The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes

Gunter Road, Birmingham B24 0RU
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The Nest Nursery at Pype Hayes provides a warm, home-like environment where babies and young children can feel safe, loved, and secure from their very first days. Established in 2009 on the grounds of Gunter Primary School, it is one of the founding Curiosity Approach® settings, offering exceptional care for children up to four years old.

Designed to feel homely and welcoming, the open-plan space features natural materials, soft lighting, and calming colours, creating a nurturing atmosphere that supports children’s emotional well-being. The carefully curated environment encourages independence, curiosity, creativity, and meaningful play. Highly experienced practitioners provide individualised care, ensuring each child’s needs are met with warmth, patience, and understanding.

Children benefit from a unique Forest School experience, where they engage in outdoor adventures, build confidence, and develop a deep connection with nature. Whether indoors or outdoors, learning is hands-on, immersive, and led by curiosity.

The Nest Nursery at Pype Hayes is dedicated to providing high-quality care and learning, fostering independence and exploration in a setting designed to spark imagination and wonder.

Families are welcome to visit and experience the magic of The Nest Nursery firsthand.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Eszter Borsos-Ruffing (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 32

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Fees can be downloaded from our website.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes Reviews (61)

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The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes has a Review Score of 10 (9.977) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes has 61 reviews.

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Review from kinza F (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
we are delighted with the nursery and every staff member. our daughter absolutely loves going there and we can see the care and dedication of the staff with her.
The nursery has a very balanced and structured way of learning.
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Review from Joanna H (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
How can I start to explain the beauty of The Nest Nursery and our experience there?


We joined The Nest with our middle child 2 years ago after a tricky time in a different nursery. From the first time I made a phone call, staff have always been friendly and courteous. They make such a big deal of

the children and show them so much love and support. Not only do they support the children, they extend this to the families. Many times, I've gone in feeling upset or stressed and the staff always offer a kind word or a hug.


They also organise events regularly where families can go to the setting together to spend time with other families, share food and enjoy some music together. Such a beautiful family feel.


Both of my children have blossomed at The Nest and it makes me sad to know that we don't have long left with them. They feel like family to us and I'm so pleased that my little girl has so many extended aunties who love her and care for her.


Thank you Nest Nursery. We love you!

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Review from Natalie T (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends The Nest and is absolutely thriving. The staff are incredible with her and really enable her to learn and be who she wants to be. The setting is clean and welcoming. A lot of time goes into everything about The Nest and I would recommend it time and time again.
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Review from Marie H (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our children have attended/attend The Nest Nursery at Pype Hayes and we honestly can't speak highly enough of them!
From the staff to the facilities - everything is just wonderful.
We weren't keen on the more 'structured approach' of a school nursery, although this would've been an easier
option for us with travel arrangements etc, but the Nest are so good, it was a no-brainer to stick with them!
The level of care from staff is second to none. They really do treat your children like they are their own! And it's not just support for the children, it's for families as well.
The facilities and opportunities and encouragement for a child to learn through their own imagination are brilliant.
Both of our children have thrived/are thriving from being at The Nest - we definitely made the right decision and can't recommend them enough!
Thank you to all at The Nest Pype Hayes for all you've done/are doing for our little Nestie children.
They couldn't be in safer, more kind hands!
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Review from Lucy W (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children (ages 1 and 3) who attend The Nest Nursery in Pype Hayes. I honestly can't fault them. Their environment is instantly so relaxing and welcoming and their outside space is full of fun and adventure. My girls absolutely love getting messy and just embracing their environment and getting
inquisitive with the huge variety of tasks that they are given. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming, and really encouraging yet honest about difficulties that my girls might have faced in the day (which I want to hear about!). The manager is also brilliant. She's unbelievably efficient with responding to queries and acting upon concerns that you might have. My girls absolutely love going there and I feel so at peace when I drop them off for the day knowing that they are in really good hands.
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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended the Nest Nursery Pype Hayes since she turned 1, she will be leaving this month to attend school. The nursery has really helped her develop skills and grow in confidence over the years. The staff have been friendly, caring, helpful and supportive throughout her journey at the
Nest. The setting is great for children with lots of natural resources, a large garden space and a great range of healthy food/snacks. My daughter loves it here she is so excited to go in each day which is reassuring. Then she cannot wait to tell us all about her day and what fun things she has been doing with her friends. We will be sad to be leaving the Nest family.
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Review from G O (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves going to The Nest Nursery - Pype Hayes. He started when he was only 10 months, and 2 years on, the level of care and learning continues to be outstanding. He looks forward to going to nursery in the mornings and talks about his friends and teachers at home with much affection.
The nursery environment and resources promote a cosy and homely atmosphere and the impact in my son's development and wellbeing is incredibly positive. The staff team are caring and attentive and always make time to give a thorough handover at the end of the day. His key person is formidable. She is caring and loving, and knows my little one extremely well. The management and leadership is inspirational. We cannot thank you all enough for your care and dedication to our children.
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Review from Rachael F (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended this nursery and I would recommend it to anyone. The staff are dedicated to the children and I know my daughter is safe, looked after and has so much fun here. The curiosity approach they adopt here is wonderful and I love the natural resources and amazing large garden
outside. The best nursery around by far.
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Review from Gemma P (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love The Nest Nursery, my eldest child went here and my 2-year-old now goes here. My children have always felt safe, well-educated through play, and very happy! Us as parents have always felt secure, updated with our children's progress and supported in and out of nursery. The staff are so friendly
and go above and beyond. They excel with their care and affection towards the children. I couldn't recommend them enough! This is an outstanding nursery.
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Review from Hannah R (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Without The Nest I strongly believe my child would never have achieved the things he has done in the last 3 years of being with them, I cannot recommend them enough, every member of staff has been amazing for both myself and my son.
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Review from Maniza S (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't praise this nursery and the staff enough. My child will be leaving in September for reception and I am so sad to be leaving the nursery. Their care, support and nurturing of my children is second to none. They leave their family setting to enter another family setting. The Nest family. The staff
greet you by name and have a wonderful rapport and interaction all of the time. My children love nursery and I trust the staff wholeheartedly with them. Their TLC and attention to my children through their early years has been imperative and I will always be indebted for what they have done. They excel in my expectations and are worthy of all the praise they get.
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Review from Bianca K (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves going to nursery and loves the staff, nice to see she is happy going into nursery. Staff are very friendly, give you plenty of information about your child, they never rush you, can always ask a question or advice.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We find the Nest Nursery as an excellent place for our little one, not only when it comes to his development but also regarding his safety and well-being. We are also happy about communication between us a a parent and the Nest Nursery Staff.
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Review from A K (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes with my youngest currently still there. Always loved it, fantastic care and great attention to detail. I love the homely atmosphere.
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Review from Joanne K (Grandmother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I go and pick and drop off my grandson maybe twice a week. I am very pleased with the people I deal with, very helpful. He comes out very happy. Love the staff.
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Review from Luke O (Father of Child) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes, they are so welcoming in the mornings and at evening handovers. It has been a home-from-home feeling which we love. Our children have settled in well and we really like the online observations about their day at nursery.
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Review from Samantha J (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a lovely nursery. I am so happy I found The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes. The staff are so friendly and caring. My daughter has been coming here for eight months and has come on so well. There isn't a bad thing or any negative criticism I could possibly say. Thank you for being a great place. I look
forward to bringing my son here when he is born to grow and learn with The Nest. Thanks, everyone!
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Review from M C (Father of Child) published on 19 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started when he was 10 months old. He has developed lovely relationships with all the staff members and happily goes to them on arrival, they are all very nurturing. Every day he experiences a new adventure, which is relayed back upon collection. I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 14 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending The Nest for almost two months now and has settled wonderfully. They provided a number of settle sessions for her. To ensure a smooth transition into Nursery life, which also reassured me she would be okay too. She now goes in smiling and willingly. They offer a wonderful
open-plan environment for the children, with space to explore and a great outdoor space where the children's time is not limited. Their food menu is also well-varied. I have found the staff to be friendly, caring, and informative about my child when I collect her. I am happy with the provision and would recommend it.
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Review from Vicki H (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but high praise for The Nest, it has a great setting, a wonderful approach to children's development and the most amazing staff. My daughter has been there for six months now and she loves her two days a week at nursery. The staff are so engaging and so invested in her well-being and
development. The manager and the whole team are always available for a chat and have lots to talk about with regards to my daughter. When I go into the nursery to pick her up there is a lovely homely feeling and all the children seem so happy and content. They do lots with the outdoors, which is great for her and loves getting messy. It's just perfect!
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.977)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.977) out of 10 for The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 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 4.977 for The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes is calculated as follows: ( (129 Excellents x 5) + (3 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.977
  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 The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes is based on 11 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 32 number of registered child places is 6.4, which has been reached with 11 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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Frequently Asked Questions about The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes

What is the Age Range of Children that The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes accepts?

The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes Open?

The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes have capacity for?

The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes has capacity for a total of 32 Children.

How far is The Nest Nursery Pype Hayes to the centre of Birmingham?

4.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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