--- title: "Cotton Tails at Quinton Nursery, Birmingham | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cotton-tails-at-quinton-b32-2ad-ey364373 description: "Cotton Tails at Quinton, a day nursery in Birmingham — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Cotton Tails at Quinton Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · Happy Days Childrens Nursery School, 407 Hagley Road West, BIRMINGHAM, B32 2AD · Birmingham Number of places 54 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 Local authority Birmingham ## About this day nursery Cotton Tails Day Nursery, a family-operated establishment, has been serving local families since 1991, offering nurturing environments where children can thrive. Founded by Nicola and David Cotton, the day nursery prides itself on its family-led approach, ensuring each child receives individualised attention from experienced and passionate staff. The settings are purpose-built to foster play and learning, integrating the Early Years Curriculum into daily activities. Children benefit from home-cooked meals, engaging educational experiences, and ample opportunities for exploration. Cotton Tails aims to provide flexible hours to accommodate family needs, making every day happy, supportive, and brimming with potential. The nursery is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, and joyful atmosphere where all children feel valued and celebrated, committing to give them the best possible start in life by focusing on their safety, overall well-being, and equal opportunities for growth and discovery. What it's like Children make good progress at this stimulating nursery, engaging in exciting activities like playing with real vegetables and exploring soil, sand, and water. All children, including those with SEND, are well cared for, with staff skillfully adapting activities for full inclusion. Children form good relationships, behave well, and are comfortable and confident with staff. Family-run Established 1991 Home-cooked meals Experienced staff ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.cottontailsdaynursery.co.uk/parents-page/fees-and-funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Cotton Tails at Quinton Last inspected 26 April 2022 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 - Staff help children learn about their unique selves and celebrate cultural festivals. - Staff are nurturing, caring, and skilful in supporting children's emotional well-being, especially those with SEND. - Children learn about being fit and healthy with plenty of outdoor exercise and nutritious meals. - Leadership and management are strong, with robust systems for staff support and continuous improvement. - Partnership with parents is strong, with staff offering support, guidance, and an online portal for communication. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to use observation and assessment systems more effectively so that they precisely know the starting points for every child when planning activities - 2 develop further the curriculum to define more clearly the expected skills and progression for children to make between each age group room across the nursery so that all children can begin their learning at the optimum level when they start in each room. Inspection #10116301 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50184907) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents say staff are 'really understanding and caring' Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children, especially those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are safe and well cared for. Staff skilfully adjust activities and resources so that all children can be fully included. Staff are especially skilful in supporting children with SEND. Outdoor space Staff provide plenty of opportunities for children to exercise their whole bodies outdoors. Children enjoy crawling through tunnels and riding on scooters and bicycles. Managers are redesigning the outdoor area to improve quality and accessibility, and adding a sensory garden. Inspection history Date: November 2010 - April 2022 Good - July 2013 Outstanding - November 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Cotton Tails at Quinton ### What type of early years setting is Cotton Tails at Quinton? ### What is the capacity at Cotton Tails at Quinton? ### What do parents value about Cotton Tails at Quinton? ### How does Cotton Tails at Quinton support children with SEND? ### How can Cotton Tails at Quinton be contacted? ## Nearby day nurseries in BIRMINGHAM Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Cotton Tails at Quinton. - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Wiggles and Giggles Oldbury Oldbury · B68 0BS 5.0(8 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/wiggles-and-giggles-oldbury-ltd-b68-0bs-2734257 - Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Little Bunnies Montessori Nursery Oldbury · B68 0BS 4.7(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-bunnies-montessori-nursery-b68-0bs-2855793 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Bright Horizons Court Oak Day Nursery and Preschool Birmingham · B32 2BN https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-court-oak-day-nursery-and-preschool-b32-2bn-ey435907 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### The Nest Nursery Copper Beech Birmingham · B32 2HN 4.7(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-nest-nursery-copper-beech-b32-2hn-ey497307 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Mila Moos Nursery Birmingham · B17 9AE 5.0(12 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/mila-moos-nursery-b17-9ae-2660109 - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### A B C Day Nursery & Pre School Smethwick · B67 5HN 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/a-b-c-day-nursery-pre-school-ltd-b67-5hn See all nurseries in BIRMINGHAM →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=BIRMINGHAM ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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