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Kangaroo Pouch Brierley Hill

Ofsted: Inadequate
(Aug 2025)
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5.0(1 parent reviews)
·Brierley Hill Childrens Centre, 18 Parkes Street, Brierley Hill, DY5 3DY · Dudley
Number of places
33 places
Age range
Not Listed
Last inspected
Aug 2025
Local authority
Dudley

About this day nursery

Kangaroo Pouch Brierley Hill, established in May 2018, is a 60-place day nursery dedicated to fostering a stimulating environment for young children. Located in Brierley Hill town centre, the nursery aims to support children's developmental milestones, from their initial steps to significant progress in their educational journey.

The "Rainbow Room" is specifically designed for babies aged 0-2, offering a vibrant space for play and imagination with age-appropriate resources and direct garden access. For children aged two and above, a main room provides high-quality facilities and resources aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, encouraging discovery and exploration.

This area also boasts free-flow access to a spacious outdoor garden for further learning opportunities. The nursery prides itself on its experienced staff who adhere to "Pouch Values," ensuring a safe, secure, and child-centred atmosphere that feels like a second home.

Kangaroo Pouch Brierley Hill is also committed to nurturing new talent in the childcare sector through an apprenticeship programme, allowing aspiring practitioners to learn from seasoned professionals.

Our ethos

Kangaroo Pouch Brierley Hill follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, encouraging discovery and exploration. They are committed to providing a safe, secure, and child-centred atmosphere, guided by their "Pouch Values", aiming to foster a stimulating environment for young children's development and learning.

What it's like

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. No judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children in this report.

EYFS CurriculumOutdoor PlayApprenticeship ProgrammeStimulating Environment

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured with optional meal plans, allowing parents to opt out if they prefer to bring their own food. For children aged 0-2, fees also cover lunch. Funded hours can be accessed on a term-time basis or stretched across the year.

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)

Good to know

  • Meals include breakfast, snacks, and tea, with an option to opt out.
  • Fees for 0-2 year olds include lunch, with an option to opt out.
  • There are no additional charges for consumables, activities, and resources.
  • Funded hours are available over 38 weeks of the year.
  • Funding can be stretched to 22.5 hours per week over 51 weeks.

Key facts

Food

Breakfast, snacks and tea included for all ages; lunch included for 0-2 years, with option to opt out and bring own food.

Opening hours

7:30am – 6:00pm

Age range

0-5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Kangaroo Pouch Brierley Hill

Last inspected 4 August 2025

Overall effectiveness
Inadequate
Quality of education
Inadequate

What it's like to attend

There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. No judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children in this report.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders have made significant improvements since the last inspection to ensure a good standard of care and education.
  • The premises are safe and secure with procedures in place to ensure children's safety.
  • Arrangements are in place for the safe recruitment and induction of staff, with ongoing professional development planned.
  • Leaders have introduced observation and assessment methods to plan activities meeting all children's needs and interests and to monitor their progress.
  • Strategies are in place to support children's behaviour, encouraging emotion regulation and respect for others.
  • Leaders will share information with parents through an online app and daily conversations, involving them in their children's learning and providing support for learning at home.
  • All staff will attend safeguarding training and leaders demonstrate strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
Inspection #10395796 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders demonstrate how they will support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They will work with parents and outside agencies to ensure that children receive the support they need in a timely way.

EAL / language support

Leaders talk about how they will support children and families who speak English as an additional language. They will introduce screening tools for all children, and demonstrate, through discussion, how they will ensure that all children's language and communication is given high priority.

Parent Reviews of Kangaroo Pouch Brierley Hill

5.0
(1)

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Inspection history

Date: August 2022

  • August 2025Inadequate
  • February 2025Inadequate
  • August 2022Good

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