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Little Gems Nursery in Birmingham

Ofsted: Needs attention·
5.0(6 Google reviews) ·Suite 4, St Peter's Urban Village, Birmingham, B8 3TE · Birmingham
Number of places
47 places
Age range
1–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2026
Local authority
Birmingham

About this day nursery

Little Gems Nursery Ltd is a childcare setting located at Suite 4-8, St Peter's Urban Village, Birmingham, B8 3TE. Registered with Ofsted on 28 August 2024, it operates as a childcare on non-domestic premises, catering to children aged 1 to 5 years old, with a total capacity for 47 places.

The day nursery is recognised for providing a warm welcome to children and families, fostering positive relationships with staff, and supporting children to settle into routines. While the inspection notes children develop some knowledge and skills, and participate enthusiastically in activities such as mark-making and outdoor games, it also highlights areas for development in curriculum implementation and supporting individual learning progression.

Leaders ensure safeguarding standards are met, establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, contributing to children feeling safe. The setting also promotes healthy habits through physically active outdoor play and good hygiene practices.

Our ethos

Children's years are the best and most memorable years of one's lives, so therefore we want children to achieve the best childcare that targets each child's needs. We will administer genuine concern and encouragement for each child in our care. We believe in doing what we say and saying what we do.

What it's like

Children experience variation in the quality of teaching and learning across the setting because the curriculum is not sufficiently developed or implemented effectively. Children of different ages often access similar learning experiences. As a result, learning does not routinely build on what children already know and can do or reflect their differing stages of development. Children approaching the next stage of their education do not consistently access experiences that reflect their age, stage of development and the knowledge and skills they need for the next school year. Children and families receive a warm welcome. Children attend regularly, arrive happily and develop warm relationships with staff who know them well. They settle into familiar routines and are confident to seek support and reassurance from staff. Children enjoy a range of activities and experiences throughout the day and engage positively in play. Children who face barriers to their learning are welcomed and included in the life of the setting. Staff take some positive steps to support their participation alongside their peers. Some support is not implemented effectively, and children do not always receive experiences that are adapted closely enough to meet their individual needs. As a result, some children who face barriers to learning do not consistently benefit from the support needed to help them make the best possible progress. Children develop some of the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for their next stage of learning. They are developing confidence and are beginning to form friendships with others. Opportunities for children to build knowledge and skills progressively over time are not sufficiently developed. Children are not always supported to deepen their understanding of emotions or manage their behaviour through a clearly planned approach. This means that children are not well supported to develop the skills needed to understand and manage their behaviour independently.

Safeguarding metWarm welcomePositive relationships

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age bands for children aged 0 to 3 years and 3 to 5 years, with distinct rates for full and half days. Funding is accepted for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds, with standard fees applying otherwise.

Funding accepted

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

Good to know

  • Fees are payable monthly in advance.
  • Fees must still be paid for short-term absences.
  • Funding is accepted for eligible two, three, and four-year-olds.

Key facts

Food

Snacks provided, packed lunches encouraged. Dietary needs accommodated.

Opening hours

Mon - Fri: 7:30 - 20:00

Age range

0-4 years

Session types

morning, afternoon, full day

Registered with Ofsted

2024

Ofsted Inspection — new report card

Needs attention

Last inspected Jun 2026

Headline: Needs attention

Grade summary

Exceptional
—
Strong standard
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Expected standard
—
Needs attention
Urgent improvement
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Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up.

Category grades

AchievementNeeds attention
Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routinesNeeds attention
Children's welfare and wellbeingNeeds attention
Curriculum and teachingNeeds attention
InclusionNeeds attention
Leadership and governanceNeeds attention
Age range
1 to 5
Registers
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted report for Little Gems Nursery

Last inspected 3 June 2026

Actions the provider must take

  • To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Childcare Register, the provider must take action by 03/09/2026 to improve the curriculum so that children of different ages and stages build their knowledge, skills and understanding progressively over time.
  • To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Childcare Register, the provider must take action by 03/09/2026 to improve monitoring and quality assurance processes so that leaders identify inconsistencies in staff knowledge and practice and take effective action to address weaknesses.
  • To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Childcare Register, the provider must take action by 03/09/2026 to improve the use of observation and assessment so that staff identify children's developmental priorities and plan learning effectively to reflect their individual needs and next steps.
  • To meet the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage and Childcare Register, the provider must take action by 03/09/2026 to improve staff understanding of children's emotional development and behaviour management so that children are supported through developmentally appropriate approaches.

What it's like to attend

Children experience variation in the quality of teaching and learning across the setting because the curriculum is not sufficiently developed or implemented effectively. Children of different ages often access similar learning experiences. As a result, learning does not routinely build on what children already know and can do or reflect their differing stages of development. Children approaching the next stage of their education do not consistently access experiences that reflect their age, stage of development and the knowledge and skills they need for the next school year. Children and families receive a warm welcome. Children attend regularly, arrive happily and develop warm relationships with staff who know them well. They settle into familiar routines and are confident to seek support and reassurance from staff. Children enjoy a range of activities and experiences throughout the day and engage positively in play. Children who face barriers to their learning are welcomed and included in the life of the setting. Staff take some positive steps to support their participation alongside their peers. Some support is not implemented effectively, and children do not always receive experiences that are adapted closely enough to meet their individual needs. As a result, some children who face barriers to learning do not consistently benefit from the support needed to help them make the best possible progress. Children develop some of the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed for their next stage of learning. They are developing confidence and are beginning to form friendships with others. Opportunities for children to build knowledge and skills progressively over time are not sufficiently developed. Children are not always supported to deepen their understanding of emotions or manage their behaviour through a clearly planned approach. This means that children are not well supported to develop the skills needed to understand and manage their behaviour independently.

Inspector highlights

  • The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders fulfilling responsibilities and establishing an open culture of safeguarding.
  • Children communicate confidently with familiar adults and participate in conversations.
  • Children enjoy mark making and creative activities, developing hand strength and coordination.
  • Children demonstrate positive attitudes towards learning and enjoy exploring experiences.
  • Staff develop nurturing relationships with children and help them understand routines and expectations.
  • Leaders promote regular attendance, helping children establish routines, build relationships and participate in experiences.
  • Children benefit from opportunities to be physically active outdoors and develop healthy habits.
  • Children and families receive a warm welcome, with children attending regularly and developing warm relationships with staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1Improve the curriculum so that children of different ages and stages build their knowledge, skills and understanding progressively over time.
  • 2Improve monitoring and quality assurance processes so that leaders identify inconsistencies in staff knowledge and practice and take effective action to address weaknesses.
  • 3Improve the use of observation and assessment so that staff identify children's developmental priorities and plan learning effectively to reflect their individual needs and next steps.
  • 4Improve staff understanding of children's emotional development and behaviour management so that children are supported through developmentally appropriate approaches.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders use observation and assessment to identify children with SEND and work with parents and external professionals to secure additional support. While support plans are in place, leaders do not routinely identify when approaches are not helping children make progress or when further adjustments are needed.

EAL / language support

The report does not specifically mention EAL support.

Google Reviews of Little Gems Nursery

5.0
(6 Google reviews)
Assia Ouakrim
7 years ago

My daughter attends this nursery and really enjoys it! The staff is excellent, cares about the children and make them feel comfortable and happy! Really satisfied and would definitely recommend it!

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Sir Yuwie
7 years ago

My son attends this nursery and I am really please with the care and attention he receives. I have sent him to other local nurseries but not found them to come close to this one. Would definitely recommend

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Amanda Knight
2 years ago

Lovely friendly staff . You can how much they love and care for the children .5⭐️ from me

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maz raz
3 years ago

Very caring, loving and nurturing environment.

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

3 June 2026

Needs attention

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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