'Having researched market potential I identified a five-mile radius where a day nursery would be viable. I then looked to find suitable premises within my budget that would convert easily into a nursery with around 50 places and conform to Ofsted regulations.
'I wanted somewhere with accessibility and visibility. I'd decided on a conversion because the cost of buying land and building anywhere in a central location would be too expensive.
'I contacted estate agents and checked the property press. By chance, I drove past a "For Sale" sign which caught my eye.
'It was a former nursing home in two buildings, a mile south of Huddersfield town centre. It was on a busy road accessible to major trunk routes so there'd be no long detour for commuting parents. I saw lots of potential but would have to sell my home to release capital and make it happen. After four months of soul searching I decided to do it.
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