--- title: "St Gabriel's Early Years Group — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "St Gabriel's Early Years Group, a nursery in Tamworth — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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The setting serves children aged 2 to 3 years." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [West Midlands](/search?region=West+Midlands) 4. St Gabriel's Early Years Group # St Gabriel's Early Years Group Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2021) · Wilnecote Lane, Tamworth, B77 2LF · Staffordshire Number of places 50 places Age range 2–3 yrs Last inspected Sept 2021 Local authority Staffordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery The setting received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 21st September 2021. Children are happy and form positive attachments with kind and caring staff, quickly settling into activities. The curriculum is developed in close collaboration with the on-site local school, ensuring a smooth transition for children as they move on to their next stage of education. Staff provide a range of activities to support all areas of learning, from using an interactive whiteboard to exploring natural materials like conkers, leaves, and stones. Children are encouraged to be independent in their self-care and have frequent opportunities for outdoor play, enjoying activities like riding bicycles and climbing. While children who speak English as an additional language may take a little longer to settle as strategies for their specific support are still being embedded, the nursery is committed to promoting equality and diversity, fostering respect for individual choices among the children. What it's like Children are settled, happy and well cared for at this warm and welcoming provision. They form positive attachments with kind and caring staff and quickly settle into activities. Staff listen to and respond to children's individual needs and wishes, which helps to develop their self-esteem. Active learners Outdoor play Independence skills Strong school links Well-qualified staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, during school term time only. Sessions are from 9am until 3.30pm. Before- and after-school sessions run from 7.45am until 8.50am, and from 3pm until 6pm Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for St Gabriel's Early Years Group Last inspected 21 September 2021 · Shelly Hurdley 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 Children are settled, happy and well cared for at this warm and welcoming provision. They form positive attachments with kind and caring staff and quickly settle into activities. Staff listen to and respond to children's individual needs and wishes, which helps to develop their self-esteem. Inspector highlights - Children are active learners and have frequent opportunities to play outdoors to help develop their physical skills. - Staff encourage children to develop independence and self-care skills, such as wiping their own noses and using the toilet independently. - The manager works closely with teachers at the on-site local school to implement a curriculum which can be built on as children move on to school. - Staff provide children with a wealth of activities to support all areas of learning, including using an interactive whiteboard and exploring natural materials. - The manager ensures that all staff complete mandatory training and provides time and support for professional development, which supports staff well-being and improves outcomes for children. Areas to develop - 1 enhance partnership working with parents to gain more information in relation to children's individual starting points, to plan more effectively for children's learning from the outset - 2 develop strategies to further support children who speak English as an additional language when they first start attending, to help them to settle quickly and to further enhance their emotional well-being Inspection #10116411 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50172167) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of St Gabriel's Early Years Group Inspection date Sept 2021 Inspection no. 10116411 Lead inspector Shelly Hurdley Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50172167)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/218233) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Wilnecote Lane, Tamworth, B77 2LF [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.67341/52.61565/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Tamworth - [Day nurseries in Tamworth](/search?q=Tamworth) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=st-gabriel-s-early-years-group-b77-2lf-218233) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children are active learners. They have frequent opportunities to play outdoors to help develop their physical skills. Children enjoy riding on bicycles and clambering up climbing equipment. EAL / language support Strategies to help children who speak English as an additional language become familiar with the setting are not as embedded in practice, meaning these children do not settle as quickly. Inspection history Date: July 2007 - November 2021 Good - September 2021 Good - February 2016 Outstanding - January 2016 Outstanding - February 2012 Good - January 2012 Outstanding - July 2007 Good ## Frequently asked about St Gabriel's Early Years Group ### What are the opening hours at St Gabriel's Early Years Group? ### How does St Gabriel's Early Years Group support children learning English as an additional language? ### What kind of childcare setting is St Gabriel's Early Years Group? ## Nearby day nurseries in Tamworth Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to St Gabriel's Early Years Group. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Little Stars - Birds Bush Tamworth · B77 2NE ](/nursery/little-stars-birds-bush-b77-2ne-ey501567) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Glascote Nursery And Care Club Tamworth · B77 2EA ](/nursery/glascote-nursery-and-care-club-b77-2ea-2548233) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Manna House Day Nursery Tamworth · B77 2AT ](/nursery/manna-house-day-nursery-b77-2at-218424) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Little Scallywags Day Nursery Tamworth · B77 5PJ ](/nursery/little-scallywags-day-nursery-b77-5pj-ey497346) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Tiny Toez @ Tamworth Tamworth · B77 2AH 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/tiny-toez-tamworth-b77-2ah-ey468865) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Heathfields Nursery And Care Club Tamworth · B77 5LU ](/nursery/heathfields-nursery-and-care-club-b77-5lu-2567910) [See all nurseries in Tamworth →](/search?q=Tamworth) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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