Is Billy Bears Nursery a good nursery?

Billy Bears Nursery in Solihull has an overall effectiveness rating of "Good" from its Ofsted inspection on 5th December 2023. The manager and staff have worked to enhance the quality of education, providing a caring environment and engaging activities that children are eager to join.

What is Billy Bears Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Billy Bears Nursery received an Ofsted rating of "Good" on its inspection dated 5th December 2023. This rating reflects significant improvements and the diligent work of the manager and staff to enhance the quality of education and care for children.

How much does Billy Bears Nursery cost?

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Does Billy Bears Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare?

Billy Bears Nursery accepts 15 hours of free childcare for disadvantaged two-year-olds and 15 hours of universal funding for three to four-year-olds. Details on 30 hours funding are not published.

Does Billy Bears Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents?

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Does Billy Bears Nursery take 2-year-old funded places?

Yes, Billy Bears Nursery accepts 15 hours of funded places for disadvantaged two-year-olds. They strive to support families in accessing available childcare funding options.

What are Billy Bears Nursery's opening hours?

Billy Bears Nursery is open Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions run from 7:30 am until 5:30 pm, providing consistent care for children. Parents can rely on these hours for their childcare needs.

What age range does Billy Bears Nursery accept?

Billy Bears Nursery accepts children from birth up to four years old, encompassing a comprehensive developmental stage. This allows continuity of care for very young children through to school readiness.

Does Billy Bears Nursery have outdoor space?

Yes, Billy Bears Nursery has outdoor space where older children can enjoy physical activities in the garden. They explore the world around them, such as investigating fallen leaves while learning about environmental changes.

What do parents say about Billy Bears Nursery?

Parents speak highly of the care their children receive at Billy Bears Nursery and value the support provided during settling-in periods. They appreciate the regular updates from their child's key person, fostering a strong home-nursery partnership.

How do I contact Billy Bears Nursery or arrange a visit?

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Q: How does Billy Bears Nursery support children with SEND?

Billy Bears Nursery supports children with SEND by liaising with parents and other professionals if children are falling behind in their development. This collaborative approach ensures children receive the necessary support to make expected progress.

Ofsted: Good

(Dec 2023)

·Browley Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4QP · Solihull

Number of places

90 places

Age range

0–4 yrs

Last inspected

Dec 2023

Local authority

Solihull

About this day nursery

The YMCA Shirley Day Nursery is conveniently located in Solihull, just off Stratford Road. The nursery is operated by YMCA Heart of England and offers a nurturing environment for children.

They provide both full-time and part-day options to accommodate different family needs, with sessions running from early morning until early evening. The nursery aims to support families by offering various childcare solutions and can be easily contacted via phone or email for enquiries.

What it's like

The manager and staff have worked hard to make significant improvements since the last inspection. Staff greet children with a warm and caring welcome. They plan their environment effectively and provide activities that children are eager to join, supporting their development.

Charity-run

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured around full-time weekly care, full days, or half-day sessions. Sessions run from 7:30am to 6:00pm, with half days split into morning and afternoon blocks.

Good to know

Half day sessions run from 7:30am – 1:00pm or 1:00pm – 6:00pm.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 6 pm

Term time / All Year

All Year

Session types

Full Time, Full day, Half Day

Established

2020

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Billy Bears Nursery

Last inspected 5 December 2023 · Katherine Wilson

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

Inspector highlights

The manager has made positive changes and focused on raising the quality of education.
Staff demonstrate a range of good teaching skills as they interact with children.
Children demonstrate positive attitudes to their learning.
Children enjoy the activities on offer, and they show motivation in their learning.
Managers and staff have a strong safeguarding culture across the nursery.

Areas to develop

1support staff to consistently embed the curriculum to help newer children understand the expectation of rules and boundaries so they become successful learners
2develop staff's understanding of how to support children's thinking and problem- solving skills to help them reach their highest potential.

Inspection #10305883 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Official Ofsted Report

Independent inspection of Billy Bears Nursery

Inspection date: Dec 2023
Inspection no.: 10305883
Lead inspector: Katherine Wilson

Safeguarding arrangements are effective

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Browley Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4QP

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What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of the care that their children receive.

They say that they valued the support they had when children were settling in.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

If children are falling behind in their development, staff liaise with parents and other professionals to support children to make expected progress.

Outdoor space

Older children enjoy physical activities in the garden. They follow instructions well. Staff recognise the importance of children being physically active and the skills they need to acquire, to support them with their development. Children explore the leaves that have fallen in the garden as they learn about the changes to their environment.

Inspection history

Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: December 2022

December 2023Good
July 2023Inadequate
December 2022Good

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Key facts

Ofsted rating for Billy Bears Nursery

Official Ofsted Report

What parents say

How they support every child

Frequently asked about Billy Bears Nursery

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