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Alvechurch And Bordesley Nursery School

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2022)
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5.0(5 parent reviews) ·The Station Waiting Room, Station Road, Birmingham, B48 7SE · Worcestershire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2022
Local authority
Worcestershire

About this day nursery

Alvechurch and Bordesley Nursery School is a family-operated institution that has been fostering early childhood development since its establishment in 1988 by Irene Whittaker. The nursery maintains a strong ethos of prioritising the children's well-being and growth in all its endeavours.

While predominantly an outdoor setting, children at Alvechurch and Bordesley also benefit from a welcoming indoor space, offering a "home from home" atmosphere. Situated amidst fields with public footpaths, the nursery actively encourages exploration of the wider natural environment.

The curriculum emphasises learning through play, discovery, and adventurous activities. The nursery is deeply integrated into its local community, participating in village events and taking children on various outings to places like the canal, local parks, the church, library, and community cafe, ensuring children develop a strong sense of belonging and understanding of their surroundings.

This commitment to outdoor learning and community engagement helps cultivate curiosity, independence, and a lasting passion for learning in every child.

Our ethos

Alvechurch and Bordesley Nursery School's ethos is to prioritise children's well-being and growth by providing a "home from home" atmosphere, encouraging exploration of the natural environment, and fostering learning through play, discovery, and adventurous activities. They are committed to community engagement and outdoor learning to cultivate curiosity, independence, and a passion for learning.

What it's like

Children form secure attachments to their key person and staff, feeling safe and secure. They enjoy a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated play, making good progress from their starting points. Children also develop excellent physical skills and learn about the natural world.

Outdoor NurseryFamily-runCommunity-focussedNature-based Learning

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

7.30am - 5.30pm daily, all year round

Age range

Babies to Reception aged children

Term time / All Year

All Year

Staff

20 children daily

Established

2017

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Alvechurch And Bordesley Nursery School

Last inspected 4 August 2022 · Angela Hulme

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children form secure attachments to their key person and staff, feeling safe and secure. They enjoy a good balance of adult-led and child-initiated play, making good progress from their starting points. Children also develop excellent physical skills and learn about the natural world.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager is dedicated and passionate about her role, with a clear vision for children's learning.
  • Partnership with parents is strong, with home visits and flexible settling-in routines.
  • High priority is placed on supporting children's emotional well-being.
  • Staff provide opportunities for children to make marks and practise early writing skills.
  • Children benefit from a range of resources that develop their imagination and curiosity.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide more opportunities for children to develop their awareness and understanding of diversity among people and the wider world.
Inspection #10174486 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), make good progress from their starting points. Children with SEND benefit from targeted support from other professionals, staff and parents to ensure their individual needs are met.

Outdoor space

In the warmer months, children spend the day in the nursery's spacious and inviting garden, which provides them with enjoyable outdoor learning experiences. Children develop excellent physical skills, skilfully using climbing apparatus and learning to navigate and negotiate space successfully.

Parent Reviews of Alvechurch And Bordesley Nursery School

5.0
(5)
Emma Turner
3 months ago

This is a real home from home and such a lovely little nursery. Jos and the team did everything possible to make the transition to nursery as easy as possible and supported both us and our child in that. The experienced team make it clear they understand how difficult it is leaving your child with anyone and how precious our babies are. Our boy started when he was 10 months and he has absolutely blossomed there. He loves attending for his two days a week, which means I can not only relax but feel confident I am giving him a valuable experience and investing in his development. I couldn't recommend more.

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Gemity1
2 years ago

My little girl has recently started at Alvechurch and Bordesley and she is absolutely loving it. She comes out so happy and full of excitement to tell me what she has done that day. The communication between staff and parents is fantastic. We are always kept up to date wether its just a reassuring message to say they have settled into the mornings activities or a detailed account of the fun they have had as a group. The opportunities that the nursery provide are so enriching for the children with weekly library visits and most recently visits to church. I would happily and highly recommend.

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Kirsty Edwards
2 years ago

Both of my children have attended Alvechurch & Bordesley Nursery and have absolutely loved it. The outdoor provision is excellent, staff are very attentive and have formed wonderful relationships with them. There’s always a variety of activities and themes. It’s always wonderful to see them involved with the village events and groups.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

4 August 2022

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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