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Head Start Day Nursery # Head Start Day Nursery in Birmingham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2021) · 75 Albert Road, Stechford, Birmingham, B33 8AG · Birmingham Number of places 56 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2021 Local authority Birmingham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Head Start Day Nursery, part of the Tregenna Nursery Group, aims to deliver exceptional childcare in Stechford, Birmingham, by providing a stimulating and engaging curriculum tailored to children's individual interests. The nursery leadership, consisting of managers Debra and Jennifer Harrison, brings a wealth of experience, with Debra having managed the nursery for over two decades and Jennifer specialising in Special Educational Needs (SEN). Both are highly qualified, with Debra holding a foundation degree in Early Years Education and Jennifer possessing a Cache diploma level 3 in SEN. The nursery emphasises a collaborative approach with parents and carers, maintaining an open-door policy for communication. Head Start Day Nursery places significant importance on early education, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework to monitor and support children's developmental milestones. The nursery encourages outdoor learning and play-based activities to foster happy, independent, and lifelong learners. Our ethos Head Start Day Nursery follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, emphasising a play-based, child-led curriculum that encourages outdoor learning. They are committed to fostering happy, independent, and lifelong learners through a collaborative approach with parents. What it's like Children make good progress and staff work closely with parents to meet individual needs. Relationships between staff and children are good, and children behave well, learning to share and take turns. Children learn to identify and talk about their emotions, and older children practice good handling skills and follow directions from a football coach. Play-based learning EYFS curriculum Outdoor learning Experienced staff Strong parent partnership ## 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.facebook.com/Headstartdaynursery) ## Key facts Opening hours AM: 0900-1200, PM: 1245-1545, All day: 0900-1500, Late: 1500-1545 Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1989 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Head Start Day Nursery Last inspected 24 September 2021 · Jan Burnet 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 make good progress and staff work closely with parents to meet individual needs. Relationships between staff and children are good, and children behave well, learning to share and take turns. Children learn to identify and talk about their emotions, and older children practice good handling skills and follow directions from a football coach. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers have a clear vision for what they want children to achieve. - Staff construct a sequenced curriculum which prepares children well for school. - Staff use observations, assessments and what parents tell them to plan effectively for the next steps in children's learning. - Staff work successfully with parents to identify and then seek additional support for children with additional needs. - Staff use sign language and objects for reference to communicate with children who speak English as an additional language and children whose speaking skills are emerging. Areas to develop - 1 give young children more time to put their thoughts into words when asking them simple questions, and more time to join in with popular songs and rhymes - 2 notice and support young children's interest in sensory exploration to a greater extent. Inspection #10207457 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170938) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents share very positive views about the provision. > They comment on the contact they have with their child's key person. > They are very happy with the communication system, which includes constant updates in an online learning journal. > Parents say that they are happy to receive guidance from staff on how to progress children's learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work successfully with parents to identify and then seek additional support for children with additional needs. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact this has on children's learning. Risk assessment is effective, and staff identify and successfully minimise potential risks indoors and outdoors. Inspection history - September 2021 Good - October 2017 Outstanding - April 2013 Good - November 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Head Start Day Nursery ### What is Head Start Day Nursery working on improving? ### What are the fees at Head Start Day Nursery? ### Which area does Head Start Day Nursery serve? ### Does Head Start Day Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### How does Head Start Day Nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Birmingham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Head Start Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Bumble Bees Nursery Birmingham · B33 8BA ](/nursery/bumble-bees-nursery-b33-8ba-ey406022) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Annex Birmingham · B33 8BH 4.5(8 reviews) ](/nursery/the-annex-b33-8bh-ey297165) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Kinder Care Day Nursery Birmingham · B33 8SH 4.9(13 reviews) ](/nursery/kinder-care-day-nursery-b33-8sh-ey341970) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.5 mi ### Dainty Little Hands Birmingham · B9 5SR 4.4(8 reviews) ](/nursery/dainty-little-hands-b9-5sr-2792053) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.6 mi ### Cubs Corner Birmingham · B8 3RZ 5.0(23 reviews) ](/nursery/cubs-corner-ltd-b8-3rz-2818256) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Flying High Nursery School Birmingham · B8 2LG 4.7(29 reviews) ](/nursery/flying-high-nursery-school-b8-2lg-ey552851) [See all nurseries in Birmingham →](/search?q=Birmingham) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Head Start Day Nursery Inspection date Sept 2021 Inspection no. 10207457 Lead inspector Jan Burnet [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50170938)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/229214) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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