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Cotton Tails Nursery

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Apr 2022)
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5.0(6 parent reviews) ·1110 Bristol Road South, Northfield, Birmingham, B31 2RE · Birmingham
Number of places
100 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2022
Local authority
Birmingham

About this day nursery

Cotton Tails Nursery, established in 1991 by Nicola and David Cotton, is a family-operated childcare provider dedicated to fostering a nurturing and educational space for children to thrive. With over three decades of experience, the nursery emphasises a personalised approach, ensuring each child receives individual attention from a team of passionate and experienced staff.

The curriculum is built upon the Early Years framework, complemented by nutritious home-cooked meals and a variety of engaging activities. Cotton Tails provides a safe and stimulating environment designed for both learning and play, offering flexible hours to accommodate families.

They are committed to providing a caring and inclusive atmosphere where every child is valued and supported in their journey of wonder, discovery, and happiness, aspiring to give them the best possible start in life.

What it's like

Children excitedly welcome their friends into this vibrant nursery and form extremely strong bonds with their key person. They show extremely high levels of concentration when exploring a huge variety of rich learning experiences. Children have excellent opportunities to practise their physical skills, which helps them to understand the importance of keeping themselves healthy.

Family-run30+ years of experienceHome-cooked mealsFlexible hours

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday all year round, except for bank holidays. Sessions are from 7.30am to 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Food

Home-cooked meals

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Cotton Tails Nursery

Last inspected 20 April 2022 · Katherine Wilson

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

What it's like to attend

Children excitedly welcome their friends into this vibrant nursery and form extremely strong bonds with their key person. They show extremely high levels of concentration when exploring a huge variety of rich learning experiences. Children have excellent opportunities to practise their physical skills, which helps them to understand the importance of keeping themselves healthy.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager and leaders have an inspiring vision for the nursery to provide high-quality care and learning.
  • Children are supported to make excellent progress in their learning and development through an exemplary curriculum.
  • Staff have completed sign language training, which has supported children, including those with EAL, to develop exceptional communication skills.
  • Children develop an amazing appreciation for books and show deep levels of concentration when listening to stories.
  • Children behave impeccably, are polite and respectful, and show empathy and care about their friends.
Inspection #10116255 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak overwhelmingly positively about the ongoing support they receive for their children.

Parents really appreciated the home challenges provided by staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are expertly supported. All staff act swiftly to implement early help for children who may be at risk of falling behind. The nursery's special educational needs coordinator works closely in partnership with professionals, ensuring children and their families have the right support from the outset.

Outdoor space

Children are provided with valuable experiences, such as outdoor learning for children who do not have access to their own garden.

Parent Reviews of Cotton Tails Nursery

5.0
(6)
kelsey allen
3 years ago

Couldn’t not leave a review… what an AMAZING nursery!!! If I could give it more stars I would, I could not recommend this nursery to enough people! My son has just graduated and I am so sad to see him leave but he’s had the best time, the staff took on all of our concerns when he first started… having a clingy and anxious child was a big worry but the staff made us feel so comfortable and made sure we had nothing to worry about… and they were right!! The staff in school room are incredible, Gemma, Karen and Jayne especially my son adored! Thankyou so much Cotton Tails xx

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Inspection history

Date: October 2008

  • April 2022Outstanding
  • March 2014Outstanding
  • October 2008Outstanding

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