Selly Oak Nursery School

Without doubt the best pre-school nursery in the local area. It really prepares children for Reception and gives them a head start on phonics and maths. Children who have struggled in other settings particularly benefit and settle quickly due to feeling safe and secure and happy. The activities are varied and stimulating with a wonderful forest school and many trips. The staff are dedicated to the children and bring each child on to reach their full potential. The nursery is well run and very professional with outstanding expertise at all levels. It provides excellent structure and boundaries and the children learn independence and how to behave within a school setting. I will always credit this nursery (and in particular Mrs Wilson) for engaging my son in education when he had struggled in his previous setting. He went to Reception happy and confident after an incredible year at Selly Oak Nursery School. My youngest son now attends and is having a wonderful time! I highly recommend this nursery!

Both my children went to this nursery school. My son is 11yo now and my daughter 5yo. I have volunteered at the nursery whilst my daughter was there is well so I could see first hand the dedication, loving care and professionalism all the staff displayed on daily basis. They have encouraged children constantly to be independent, promoting their self care, language skills and gross and fine motor skills. Those elements of development are vital for successful start at school. I tend to promote this nursery school wherever I go because it is fantastic.

Selly Oak Nursery School is the best start you could offer your pre-school aged children. I have had 2 daughters attend the school and although very different from one another, SONS has provided a fantastic environment and support for every child. I couldn't be more pleased with the introduction to school and education that my girls have received, it has been thoroughly positive and there has not been one single day that the girls did not want to attend. Selly Oak teach numerous things and journey alongside each pupil to ensure the best outcome for the child.Thank you Selly Oak Nursery School for ensuring children have a really positive start to the school day, explorative learning and structured education!

My daughter just moved to school after a year at Selly Oak, and we were both so happy with her experience there. The staff are so kind and caring, and the education she received there was brilliant. The forest school sessions were particularly good, as were the duck and hen eggs that were incubated and hatched in the nursery. The children also had the opportunity to go on three excellent trips, one of which was completely free because they traveled by train. My daughter was very well prepared for school and is doing well. I'm a trained early years teacher and have already signed up my younger daughter so she can go to Selly Oak after her third birthday.

My son has been going to this nursery part time this academic year. The way he has developed is remarkable, he will be going full time next academic year and we just know there will be huge progress. The nursery staff especially the deputy head go above and beyond to ensure he gets all the support and resources he needs. He loves it here, always looks forward to seeing his friends and the staff. He comes home very happy and you just know they are all taken care of well. They have an app where you can see pictures of what your child gets up to, they have a wonderful forest school too. We really have felt its the best place to send our children because they have structured the environment and learning in a way that prepares them to transition into reception with ease. It really is clear to see why they are rated outstanding.

We couldn't recommend this nursery enough. The staff are amazing, they really care for the children and they love and take pride in what they do. The whole experience has been smooth, happy and our child has loved going to nursery every single time. She has built a strong bond with her teacher since day 1 and she loves it so much that the first thing she does when back home is to play nursery time! She has learned a lot this year, she developed essential skills and she is definitely ready for reception. Communicating with staff is also pretty good. We look forward sending our second child there as well.

A fantastic Nursery that brings out the best in children through different learning environments such as forest school, creative play, impact sessions and guest entertainers. My son has had one of the most beneficial and fun times of his life being at this nursery. He is now ready to start his new adventure at his next school and he is excited to transition. Thank you to all the teachers and assistants that have developed my child so much! If you want the best for you child send them to this nursery you won’t regret it!

This nursery is wonderful. The staff are completely dedicated to needs of every child and do everything they can to insure those needs are met. I receive regular updates and photos from the staff as well as activities that I can do at home. My son has always been clingy but since starting here his confidence and independence have come a long way. Its wonderful when he talks about forest school or when he suddenly talks about the songs and games they play..i highly recommended this nursery for every child.

Very good nursery school. I cannot recommend it enough to other parents. My child was very happy, safe and well prepared for primary school transition. Very friendly and helpful staff, no matter is to small for them. Lot of lovely memories.

Selly Oak Nursery is a truly special place. Every member of staff is so dedicated to ensuring the individual need of each child is met and they go above and beyond to provide a varied, engaging and positive experience for all the children. Nursery has an amazing Forest School which provides a wonderful outdoor learning opportunity each week and has proved a favourite with both of my girls. Home/School partnership is valued and the IMPACT sessions and material provided throughout the year is really helpful. Communication is excellent and Key Workers are easily contactable and always on hand to offer support and advice. My second daughter is currently at SONS and even throughout these challenging times that COVID restrictions have placed upon Nursery, they have still maintained the outstanding curriculum, care and support that every Parent would wish for their child. Thank you to all.