Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham)

3-4 Highfield Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3ED
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  • Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham), Birmingham
Highfield Day Nursery is set in a converted property that is staffed by a highly trained team of childcare professionals. Children's individual interests are nurtured and promoted with child-led play being a key feature of Highfield's philosophy.

A flexible interior supports a great deal of age-specific learning, with four playrooms in total, messy playrooms, sensory rooms, an art room and also a sleeping area for babies.

An enclosed garden offers year-round, all-weather activities which help to promote children's social, emotional and physical development.

They also offer the extracurricular activity of Mini Athletics alternate Monday and Friday mornings from 10am for the Bumblebees and Preschool rooms.

*7am start is available at an additional cost. Standard opening time is 7.30am.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Natalie Hudson (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 37

Total Places for Children

  • 94

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Our fees include formula milk, nappies, nappy cream, baby wipes, sun cream, freshly prepared, well-balanced meals throughout the day and all activities.

  • If you are a working parent you could be eligible for 30 hours a week of free childcare.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:30
    Tuesday 07:00-18:30
    Wednesday 07:00-18:30
    Thursday 07:00-18:30
    Friday 07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Inset Days

Parking

  • Free parking is available onsite.

Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham) Reviews (172)

9.9

Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.858) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham) has 172 reviews.

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Review from Natasha S (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding. Both my children have attended HDN and the level of care is second to none. My girls are thriving - keep up the good work.
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Review from Sukhi R (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Highfield Nursery from 13 months moving through Caterpillars and now into Ladybirds. I'm very pleased with the staff, facilities and environment and happy to see my son settled. It's lovely to be able to have the opportunity to come in and attend Mother's Day afternoon and see him
playing and interacting with his friends and carers.
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Review from K U (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery provision received has simply been outstanding and my son has been both enthusiastic and happy to attend this setting. I feel he is constantly challenged and thoroughly engaged in the various activities undertaken with his peers. I consider this has set him up very well for attending school
in September and he will be 'school ready'. The team has worked together well in assuring this is the case and I am pleased with the service given by them in pre-school.
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Review from Rachael S (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not be happier with Highfield Nursery. The team is fantastic and we are entirely confident that our child will be safe in their excellent care. Our son is a happy, chatty, funny little chap who at 22 months is hitting his milestones and more. Thank you, Highfield.
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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery caters really well for children of all ages. Both my children went to Highfield Day Nursery and absolutely loved it. The staff, environment and management are child-friendly, welcoming and always cheerful. The children love the activities there and also the garden. There are only two aspects
which I would have to comment on for improvement;
1) The variety of food for breakfast is really poor. Only Rice Krispies and cornflakes. When the child goes every day it becomes boring- should have toast and other options.
2) Provide halal options, would make a great difference.
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Review from Sarah D (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child started in January and all members of the team have been wonderful in settling her and helping her transition into a new nursery. I am extremely pleased with all aspects of her care and my child is very happy here!
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Review from Zanubia K (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent, friendly and cheerful staff.
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Review from Joanna A (Mother of Child) published on 7 December 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending this nursery since she was 6 months old. Outstanding childcare with excellent facilities and a stimulating learning environment. Children are happy and healthy here with outdoor space being used to its full potential.
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Review from Ajay (Father of Child) published on 29 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful nursery. Both my children have been through it and they have thrived. We have both been satisfied that they have been with caring staff and in a great learning environment. It speaks volumes that with our second child we still chose Highfield over the nursery attached to the school that my
older daughter had moved to. The building has a lot of character and the kids loved the garden.
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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very attentive. My son's key worker is very good and really encourages my son in daily activities and learning. The variety of food provided is well balanced. My son looks forward to attending nursery so as long as he is happy I am happy.
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Review from Nina M (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is leaving Highfield Day Nursery today after 4 very happy years. I can honestly say it truly is an outstanding nursery, with fabulous staff that really make a "home from home" for the children.
My son has loved every minute and has developed into a well mannered, polite, fun-loving, little boy
- part of which is a credit to the Highfield staff.
I can't thank you all enough and will be sad to no longer be part of the nursery life.
I couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough to anyone looking for somewhere to invest in their children's upbringing.
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Review from Selina C (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has just moved up to preschool and is loving every minute. Her confidence continues to grow every day, as does her independence. I highly recommend Highfield.
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Review from Elena P (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Since our son started the nursery, I have noticed a lot of improvements: He started using the normal bathroom; his speech developed; he started making contacts and friends with other kids and teachers and he is learning to read and count.
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Review from Francesca C (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery. Fabulous staff and my daughter has "SO MUCH FUN"!
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Review from Adele P (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent care. They love our children and keep us updated on any issues. Handled a difficult situation recently regarding another child. The issue is now resolved.
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Review from Magdalena L (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our baby settled in really well in just a couple of weeks. Staff are fantastic. There are always lots of activities going on and our son is having loads of fun.
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Review from Eva T (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. Healthy eating encouraged and great educational outcomes. Marvellous social development encouraged. My daughter loves her nursery and key worker. I can't wait to get there every day!
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Review from Zaida S (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This was the best nursery I visited many years ago for my first child. Many years later, my third child is now here. When staff change, there is a tendency for standards to slip slightly but this is quickly rectified once drawn to management's attention.
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Review from Alison R (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My twins attend Highfield 3 days a week and have been here for over a year. They love nursery, the staff and have had great fun at their time here. The home learnt loads, grown in confidence and look forward to coming in every session.
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Review from Indy B (Father of Child) published on 7 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The standard of care taken in preparing the food and engaging the children in different activities is second to none.
It really is the place where all the staff know your name.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.858)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.858) out of 10 for Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.858 for Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham) is calculated as follows: ( (310 Excellents x 5) + (47 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 359 Ratings = 4.858
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Highfield Day Nursery (Birmingham) is based on 30 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 94 number of registered child places is 18.8, which has been reached with 30 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Natalie

Natalie Hudson

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2000

Natalie is the manager of Highfield Day Nursery in Birmingham and has a wealth of experience, having worked in the early years sector for over 25 years. She has numerous qualifications, including an NVQ 2 and 3 in Childcare, and has undertaken an NVQ in Management since being with Childbase Partnership. In September 2020, Natalie celebrated her 20 years of service at the company.

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