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Billy Bears Nursery # Billy Bears Nursery Compare Contact Nursery 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 - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 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. 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 - 1 support staff to consistently embed the curriculum to help newer children understand the expectation of rules and boundaries so they become successful learners - 2 develop staff's understanding of how to support children's thinking and problem- solving skills to help them reach their highest potential. Inspection #10305883 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237401) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Billy Bears Nursery Inspection date Dec 2023 Inspection no. 10305883 Lead inspector Katherine Wilson Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237401)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2606519) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://ymcaheartofengland.org.uk/shirley-day-nursery/) Browley Road, Shirley, Solihull, B90 4QP [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.81035/52.39365/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Solihull - [Day nurseries in Solihull](/search?q=Solihull) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=billy-bears-nursery-b90-4qp-2606519) ## 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 2023 Good - July 2023 Inadequate - December 2022 Good ## Frequently asked about Billy Bears Nursery ### Is Billy Bears Nursery a good nursery? ### What is Billy Bears Nursery's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Billy Bears Nursery cost? ### Does Billy Bears Nursery accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Billy Bears Nursery take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Billy Bears Nursery take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Billy Bears Nursery's opening hours? ### What age range does Billy Bears Nursery accept? ### Does Billy Bears Nursery have outdoor space? ### How does Billy Bears Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Billy Bears Nursery? ### How do I contact Billy Bears Nursery or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Solihull Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Billy Bears Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Busy Bees at Solihull Stratford Court Solihull · B90 4QT 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-at-solihull-stratford-court-b90-4qt-ey437526) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### Active Angels Day Nursery Solihull · B90 4BY ](/nursery/active-angels-day-nursery-b90-4by-ey401102) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Mad Hatters Day Nursery Solihull · B90 4DR 5.0(20 reviews) ](/nursery/mad-hatters-day-nursery-ltd-b90-4dr-ey477168) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### The Natural Childcare Company - Shirley Solihull · B90 2AX ](/nursery/the-natural-childcare-company-shirley-b90-2ax-2496930) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Blossoms Pre-School Solihull · B90 1UD 4.6(11 reviews) ](/nursery/blossoms-pre-school-ltd-b90-1ud-2507225) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.5 mi ### Busy Bees Day Nursery at Solihull Blythe Solihull · B90 8AF 5.0(31 reviews) ](/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-solihull-blythe-b90-8af-ey289506) [See all nurseries in Solihull →](/search?q=Solihull) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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