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The Little Ripley Day Nursery in Birmingham (B44 9AE)

Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2023)
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4.9(12 parent reviews) ·28 Oscott School Lane, Great Barr, Birmingham, B44 9AE · Birmingham
Number of places
60 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2023
Local authority
Birmingham

About this day nursery

The Little Ripley Day Nurseries, a family-operated establishment since 1988, is dedicated to offering a nurturing, secure, and joyful environment for children to flourish. With a commitment to the Early Years Curriculum, their experienced team integrates learning through play into all activities, ensuring children develop without pressure.

The nursery prioritises making each day happy and fulfilling while helping every child reach their full potential. They maintain rigorous security with intercom access at all settings and uphold a policy of equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice, valuing each child's individuality.

The behaviour policy focuses on setting boundaries to help children understand their impact on others. Inclusion is a core principle, ensuring all individuals are accepted and respected irrespective of background or ability.

The Little Ripley Day Nurseries also boasts a qualified, enthusiastic, and experienced staff committed to ongoing professional development. The fees are conveniently payable weekly or monthly via bank transfer or standing order, and the nursery accommodates government-funded hours and various childcare schemes.

Our ethos

The Little Ripley Day Nursery is committed to the Early Years Curriculum, integrating learning through play into all activities. They aim to provide a nurturing, secure, and joyful environment where children can flourish, reach their full potential, and develop without pressure. Inclusion, equal opportunities, and anti-discriminatory practice are core principles, valuing each child's individuality and ensuring acceptance and respect for all.

What it's like

Children are happy and excited when they arrive at nursery, exploring confidently with friends. Staff welcome them with enthusiasm, ensuring a safe and secure family environment. They encourage independence and provide a well-resourced daily routine. Children across all ages are exceptionally well behaved, showing good sharing and turn-taking skills.

Family-run since 1988100% Outstanding/Good Ofsted RatedLearning through playSecure entry systemsInclusive environment

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
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Key facts

Opening hours

Mon-Fri 7am - 6pm, Weekends Closed

Age range

9 months to 4 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1990

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for The Little Ripley Day Nursery

Last inspected 10 August 2023

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 happy and excited when they arrive at nursery, exploring confidently with friends. Staff welcome them with enthusiasm, ensuring a safe and secure family environment. They encourage independence and provide a well-resourced daily routine. Children across all ages are exceptionally well behaved, showing good sharing and turn-taking skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders provide plenty of opportunities for children to learn in different ways, including French, football coaching, and understanding food and nutrition.
  • High-quality teaching builds on children's prior experiences and prepares them well for school, with staff having high expectations and a curriculum tailored to children's interests and learning needs.
  • Children have highly enriching experiences outdoors, engaging in meaningful physical experiences and creative play, with staff encouraging risk-taking and sensory exploration.
  • Children are taught about the community through visits to shops, parks, supporting foodbank donations, and visiting elderly residents.
  • Staff well-being is effectively supported, with leaders and managers committed to professional development through regular supervisions, staff meetings, and training.
  • Managers and staff have strong partnerships with parents, with many accessing information via an online app.

Areas to develop

  • 1provide greater opportunities for children to develop a deeper understanding of families' traditions and communities beyond their own
  • 2strengthen arrangements for sharing information with parents so that they all receive all information about their child
Inspection #10295291 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents speak highly of the wonderful family-friendly team.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff are proactive and work closely with parents to effectively support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff monitor children's development using assessment and screening tools and target gaps in children's learning to ensure all children, including those with SEND, are supported and that no child is left behind.

Outdoor space

Children have highly enriching experiences outdoors, across all areas. Children engage in meaningful physical experiences and creative play. Staff encourage older children to take risks as they climb and jump from benches. Younger children explore using their senses in the sand. Staff are aware of the importance of sun safety and encourage children to wear hats, apply sunscreen, and ensure children are well hydrated.

Parent Reviews of The Little Ripley Day Nursery

4.9
(12)
Sarah McCoy
4 years ago

I am so glad we have sent our daughter here! The staff are lovely, caring and so passionate about looking after the children and educating them. I love as they get older they are able to do cooking and french lessons they even have a hairdresser who comes in. Our daughter was 4 months old when she started and nursery has changed her from a clingy baby to a confident little person. I love seeing what she has been up to on the interactive learning diary. Thank you for caring and for being so friendly. I just wish we had of sent our son here 8 years ago. Thank you Aunties!

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Vicky Croke
4 years ago

Amazing nursery. My daughter has settled in well and they are always so welcoming. My daughter has come on leap and bounds since joining. The staff settled my anxiety about leaving her after the crazy year with the Covid-19 pandemic and I know she’s in safe hands. Would recommend to any parents looking for a nursery.

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Adele Jordan
4 years ago

I am extremely happy and satisfied that I sent my Daughter to little ripley . From the moment I walked in there I knew this is were I want my daughter to attend .. the staff are amazing and very loving and caring towards the children that attend . My daughter loves going 3 days a week and has a smile for her aunties as soon as she gets there. I love the variety of activities they have for her everyday and the care that they give her . The staff are very professional, kind and very caring .. Thank you to all the staff for doing a awesome job with all our children!!

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S H
4 years ago

My two little ones attend this nursery. The staff are lovely and always keep us informed about our children’s development. They were very understanding and flexible with the nursery arrangements during the pandemic and worked really hard to keep everyone safe. Would highly recommend!

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Zoe
4 years ago

My daughter has been attending this nursery for the last 3 years and I honestly can't fault them. All of the staff are friendly and so welcoming. They have helped and taught my little girl so much and il be forever grateful. I dread her last day with all ofnher aunties.

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Inspection history

Date: December 2006

  • September 2023Good
  • August 2023Good
  • December 2017Good
  • December 2017Good
  • July 2015Good
  • June 2015Good
  • December 2014Requires improvement
  • November 2014Requires improvement
  • August 2010Good
  • July 2010Good
  • December 2006Good

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