Langley Gorse, Fox Hollies Road, Sutton Coldfield B76 2RU
Langley Gorse Day Nursery has a well-earned reputation as the leading provider of childcare in Sutton Coldfield, offering outstanding care to children aged 3 months to 5 years and are open from 7.30am to 6.30pm Monday - Friday, for 51 weeks of the year (closed during Christmas week).
Located on Fox Hollies Road, in a beautiful rural environment, the nursery enjoys the benefits of a large character property with high ceilings, large airy rooms, and a huge outdoor garden and play space, which the children love and thrive in.
There are separate rooms for babies, toddlers, 2-3 year olds, and Pre-School children, furnished with 'age appropriate' toys and resources, ensuring they provide the best standard of care, development and education.
Carers place great emphasis on creating a loving, nurturing and warm environment for each child.
French lessons are provided.
Person in charge: Kelly Day (Nursery Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services: Birmingham City Council
Number of Staff: 27
Service Offered: Day Nursery (Privately Owned), Open all year, Full Day Care, Sessional Day Care
Total Places for Children: 94
Age Range: from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months
Opening Days: Mon-Fri
Opening Hours: 0730-1830
When Closed: Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
The Review Score of 9.9 (maximum of 10) for Langley Gorse Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Reviews over all time. This Average Rating is also the rating value for Langley Gorse Day Nursery in Google's Search Results - more info
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5 out of 5 from 28 positive Reviews in the last 12 months.
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating of all Reviews over all time. For each review the Day Nursery / service is rated Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Poor or Very Poor on a number of areas eg Staff, Management etc. The Day Nursery receives points for each rating as follows: Excellent = 5. Good = 4. Satisfactory = 3. Poor = 2. Very Poor = 1. These points are added up and then divided by the total number of completed ratings to generate the average rating.
The Average Rating of 4.913 for Langley Gorse Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (328 Excellents x 5) + (29 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 358 Ratings = 4.913
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 12 months. If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with 'Extremely Likely' or 'Likely' in answer to the question 'How likely are you to recommend this Day Nursery to friends and family?'
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
4 points are available for the first 5 Positive Reviews, 3 points for the first Positive Review and then 0.25 Points for each of the next 4 Positive Reviews.
1 point is available for reaching a target number of Positive Reviews based on 20% of the number of registered maximum number of service users. If the target is partially reached then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery with 50 registered maximum number of service users has a target of 10 Positive Reviews, if it has 10 or more Positive Reviews it will receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews will receive 0.7 points.
If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. The calculation is the same as above, except the points are divided by 2.
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Langley Gorse Day Nursery is based on 28 positive Reviews in the last 12 months and is calculated as follows:
3 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 = 4
Target of 18.8 positive Reviews (94 registered maximum number of service users ÷ 5). 28 Reviews ÷ 18.8 Target Reached = 1
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
Langley Gorse Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.913)
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Lorna L (Mother of Child) on Thursday 29 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
Fantastic setting with very caring staff. The team have matured and developed my child in ways I would never have. He is now a caring yet confident child, he can count, write his name, dress and undress himself. He speaks French - only because the nursery has given him exposure to a 'French teacher'. I am confident he is school ready and this is all thanks to Langley Gorse! Would recommend!
How likely would you be to recommend Langley Gorse Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Stephanie K (Mother of Child) on Wednesday 21 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
All staff are excellent at handovers and informing me of activities done and food eaten. My daughter is relaxed and settled within the nursery environment.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Sarah L (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 20 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
My child enjoys coming to Langley Gorse and has made some very good friends in the time he has been there. The outdoor space is perfect for him as there is lots of grass to run around, a mud kitchen, play house, pirate ship and so much more for him to explore. He has bonded with the staff and they make time to talk to parents. They consider the children's interests when putting out activities and my child will come home and talk about nursery a lot. I think the nursery has transformed since he first started in 2014, with more improvements all the time. I am very pleased I chose this nursery for my child.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Rebecca M (Mother of Child) on Monday 19 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
My son really is developing his own personality from being in the under 2's room. The staff are really helping bring on his talking and social skills. The staff are there to support us and if there's any help we need, they are there.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jenna R (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
Langley Gorse nursery is brilliant nursery. My daughter has really come on since she started and loves her teachers. She always tells me she's had a fun day playing, doing different things. She always eats well and eats things she wouldn't try and home.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Gemma H (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Both of my sons attended the nursery for the last 8 months and the staff have been brilliant with them. My 3 year old is always coming home with stories of a fun day at the nursery. The staff have helped him to grow in confidence and helped him to prepare for going to school in September.
The nursery has a fantastic menu and I am often in awe at how they manage to get my boys to eat so many vegetables! I am very pleased with how my children's key workers take an interest in their likes and dislikes outside of nursery and help to incorporate them into planning activities for them at the nursery.
The warmth of the staff and the beautiful grounds make Langley Gorse a brilliant choice. I will be sad when my eldest leaves.
How likely would you be to recommend Langley Gorse Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Sam N (Father of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
My daughter loves it here at Langley Gorse. She doesn't want to go home at the end of the day!
Everyone here is fantastic. I can tell they genuinely care about my daughter which is important to us as parents.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Alison C (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Absolutely fantastic place to bring your child. My son loves the nursery. The girls are amazing and my son enjoys coming. His confidence has grown and experiences a wide range of activities.
Keep up the good work. The manager is fab and really helpful!
How likely would you be to recommend Langley Gorse Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Shareen C (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
An excellent nursery with fantastic staff.
My child enjoys attending every day and so it makes it easier to leave him and go to work.
I have found that he has really developed in his speech since coming here.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Johanna M (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
I continue to have a fantastic experience. My daughter is very fulfilled at nursery and is constantly exposed to new educational experiences. I am also delighted at the varied and healthy meals she eats each day.
Overall, a great nursery with wonderful, loving and attentive staff.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jaimey T (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
I am very happy with this nursery. My daughter has made great progress and is much more confident.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Lynsey I (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
My daughter is 6 months old and started nursery in May. The staff have been fantastic and made sure that everything has gone smoothly. I would definitely recommend this nursery.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Leanne C (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
I could not be happier with the service and care provided for my son. He's currently in the Rising 3's Room and all staff in his room are attentive and very caring. They have built special bonds, which I find to be a great comfort as a mother.
My son has developed so much since being at nursery and I truly believe that this is due to the continuous hard work and dedication from the staff at Langley Gorse. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a childcare provider.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Shannon D (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Excellent nursery. My daughter has been here since 5 months old. She is now 3 and still loves it just as much. She has learnt so much. The staff here are very friendly. Overall, warm and welcoming.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Martyn H (Father of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to June 2017.
Our son joined Langley Gorse back in 2016 when he was 11 months old. His progress through the under 2's was so quick. Every day he was learning new actions and to toddle. He moved to Rising 2's early and it was very reassuring to see his move was based on progress rather than age.
Staff are so knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Luke S (Father of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Very caring staff. Excellent outside space for the summer. Always very welcoming, would recommend to friends and family.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Rebecca W (Mother of Child) on Friday 16 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Both my children have attended this nursery and enjoyed it. The staff are friendly and have learnt a lot.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Nicola C (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Langley Gorse is an excellent nursery my son attends for 3 mornings a week and thoroughly enjoys himself. The atmosphere is very friendly and relaxed. The staff are brilliant. I would recommend to anyone.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Natalie H (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Langley is a wonderful nursery with great outdoor space, which the children always have access to and my son thinks is amazing. The staff here have always been polite, friendly and supportive of children and their families, offering guidance in all aspects of your child's learning journey. The prep for primary school is fantastic which really helps with the transition. I cannot find words to express how happy my son has been here, most definitely highly recommended.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by R H (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Excellent nursery.
My son is happy and safe and has learnt loads and made such progress.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Natasha E (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Really happy with my son's progress. It took a while for him to fully settle but everyone was amazing and really helped. He enjoys his time here and I have no issues, but if I did, I know it would be dealt with.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by H W (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
The nursery has always been very supportive and flexible to my son's and our family's needs
My son has flourished at Langley Gorse. He has developed so well to become a very confident, independent and social little boy.
Thank you to all the staff at Langley.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Zoe B (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Fantastic nursery, staff are brilliant. My daughter has excelled here.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jaylan R (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
My son has been attending the above nursery for over two years and not a single day has he returned to home upset. The caring and compassion of staff is incredible. In summary, the nursery is my son's second home.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Andrew B (Father of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
The nursery has fantastic facilities and wonderful staff who do everything for the children. Price is very competitive.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Sarah M (Mother of Child) on Thursday 15 June 2017. Relates to May 2017.
Langley Gorse is a friendly, welcoming environment. Since joining, my son has come on leaps and bounds! When he first began, the staff were great at settling him in to the new environment and within a couple of weeks he was walking in confidently. They always give regular feedback and updates and are always there to help.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Lauren O (Mother of Child) on Friday 19 May 2017. Relates to October 2016.
We couldn't be happier with this nursery. The staff are all brilliant and were so helpful and supportive from the first day we went.
They all have a really lovely way with our son and all the children seem to be happy there.
Really happy we chose this nursery.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Stephanie D (Mother of Child) on Friday 19 May 2017. Relates to October 2016.
Both my husband and I cannot rate and recommend Langley Gorse Nursery highly enough - what a wonderful setting.
Both my children have attended here since babies and thoroughly enjoy every second they spend there.
The indoor and outdoor setting is amazing and fully engaging to all children with a particular special mention to the outdoor garden.
But what makes the nursery truly amazing is the wonderful staff there - kind, friendly, approachable, engaging and inspiring - we trust them implicitly. We thank them in massively contributing to the independent and confident children we are so proud of.
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Review submitted from a Website Submission by Emma-Jane D (Mother of Child) on Sunday 23 October 2016. Relates to October 2016.
My little girl has been here since she was seven months old and is now three and a half. She has always loved it and I have implicit trust In all the team - every key worker has been outstanding in their own individual way, learning something different from each of them.
The environment is second to none: lots of space inside and out, with a garden I'm envious of every time I pick her up when it's sunny (when I've been in an office all day!). She is always doing great creative activities - and we often do things at home that we bring in. It's easy to see how the activities help to build her confidence and abilities.
The staff are really friendly and approachable, and have taken any query or concern that I've had seriously and acted immediately (although there's been few).
We will be very sad to leave here next summer.
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Review submitted from a Website Submission by H K (Mother of Child) on Thursday 12 May 2016. Relates to May 2016.
I enrolled my son into Langley Gorse when he was 10 months old (late in 2015) and only moved him when we moved area at 18 months. The staff were outstanding. They treated my precious son exactly the way I would want him to be treated when he is not with me. They are kind, loving and engaged. In addition, I loved the location, it was close to Walmley Village but set far away from traffic so the air was very clean. I've since recommended the place to my friends.
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March 2018