Food
All meals and snacks are included in the nursery fees, prepared fresh daily by a dedicated cook. Milk feeds and weaning foods are provided for babies.
The Little Ripley Day Nursery, established in 1988, is a family-operated business with fifteen nurseries located across Sutton Coldfield, Erdington, Great Barr, and Kingstanding. The day nursery is committed to offering a nurturing, secure, and supportive atmosphere where children can thrive.
They aim to provide a "home from home" environment with engaging activities and age-appropriate resources in bright, comfortable rooms and well-equipped outdoor play areas. The nursery prioritises the well-being and safety of the children, while also fostering an environment that encourages learning and development.
They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, integrating its curriculum into all activities to ensure children learn without pressure. Children can join as babies, toddlers, or pre-schoolers, and the nursery strives to prepare them to be happy, caring, and successful as they transition to "big" school.
Each nursery has a dedicated team of experienced and qualified staff, many of whom have been with the company for several years, ensuring consistent care. A key worker system is in place to support children and parents during transitions and to provide a primary point of contact for daily matters.
The nursery also provides wholesome, nutritious meals prepared by their own dedicated cooks, with menus displayed weekly. They maintain an open-door policy, encouraging parents to communicate with staff about their child’s needs and progress, and utilise the ParentMail messaging system for updates and routine messages.
The nursery prides itself on its commitment to continuity of care and each child’s individual development, with observations recorded electronically through an Interactive Learning Diary (ILD) that parents can access and contribute to.
Our ethos
The Little Ripley Day Nursery is committed to offering a nurturing, secure, and supportive atmosphere where children can thrive, striving to prepare them to be happy, caring, and successful as they transition to "big" school. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, integrating its curriculum into all activities to ensure children learn without pressure. The nursery prides itself on its commitment to continuity of care and each child’s individual development.
What it's like
Children settle quickly and get involved in activities that are matched to their stages of development and interests. They enjoy close relationships with familiar staff, who are attentive, affectionate and playful. Children benefit from a programme of activities that provide them with the experiences and skills that they need for future learning.
Funding accepted
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
Food
All meals and snacks are included in the nursery fees, prepared fresh daily by a dedicated cook. Milk feeds and weaning foods are provided for babies.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 7am-6pm, 52 weeks a year (closed on Bank Holidays)
Term time / All Year
All Year
Registered with Ofsted
1994
Last inspected 13 December 2022 · Parm Sansoyer
What it's like to attend
Children settle quickly and get involved in activities that are matched to their stages of development and interests. They enjoy close relationships with familiar staff, who are attentive, affectionate and playful. Children benefit from a programme of activities that provide them with the experiences and skills that they need for future learning.
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Inclusion & environment
Staff place a high focus on supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They work closely with parents and effectively use any targets set by other professionals working with children to help close gaps in their learning. They swiftly identify any children who may benefit from additional support, such as with speech and language, and provide targeted interventions to support them.
Babies are confident to explore outdoors and indoors, and they are supported well to use what is available and try new experiences.
Both my kids attended this nursery and I have nothing but praise for Little Ripley. The staff to the management have been absolutely incredible. My son had additional needs and the nursery accommodated him perfectly, I was able to go to work with a peace of mind knowing that my son was happy and being looked after in the best way possible. I was so sad when my son left, but so grateful that he attended a nursery where he was nurtured into the bright child he is today at Reception. I would highly, highly recommend this nursery to everyone with children. Sarrah x
Read on GooglePerfect Nursery for my little boy. Great staff and friendly atmosphere
Read on GoogleLove this nursery my little ones been their coming up to 2 years. The staff are brilliant, communicate very well with parents, the nursery is bright and clean and the online diary is fab as it keeps parents up to date with what their learning/doing. Good preparation for school,my daughter knows all her colours, counts to 20, shapes and her speech is brilliant all down to the nursery staff, she's just turned 3, I wish I could take some credit but I work long hours. My daughter is always smiling and happy when she comes out which is the most important thing. Little ripleys on Kingsbury road your amazing!
Read on GoogleLittle Ripley Day Nursery Kingsbury Road have provided child care for both my children for the last 7 years. I trust them to care and look after my children like they are one of their own. All the staff are approachable, non judgmental, supportive and helpful. I feel confident leaving my children in their care. They help with everything from potty training to learning french. They have their own kitchen and provide healthy meals daily and my children get to try new foods regularly. They also have a cooking teacher who comes in and teaches the children baking. They do fun activities that cover every topic and theme throughout the year. They celebrate all religions and include all children in learning about diversity. I will be so sad for my youngest to leave because they have become part of our extended family and I can genuinely say that my children love the girls who work there. I am so thankful for their help preparing my children for school and reassuring me they are safe while I am at work, they are flexible and always helpful. The nursery is divided into different age group rooms which the children move up into as they grow from babies to toddlers to preschoolers. They have a lovely safe garden which is full of fun toys and activities the children can play with. Every member of staff is friendly and loving towards the children, they all encourage positive behaviour and are enthusiastic. The children learn lots while also having fun. They keep a learning journal online that is personal to your child that you can access to see what activities the kids have been doing and take photos to show you their progression. They also have newsletters to keep parents updated with what’s going on in nursery. They have great communication. It’s a brilliant nursery I highly recommend little ripleys Kingsbury road.
Read on GoogleMy daughter attended Little ripley from 5 months until 4 years. She loved it. I used to struggle to get her to leave!!!!. My daughter's communication and social skills are all credit to this nursery as my daughter spent more waking hours with them than me! Highly recommended ❤️
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Date: January 2005
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