Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

669-671 Kings Road, Great Barr, Birmingham B44 9HU
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Building Blocks Nursery provides a happy and safe environment for all children to play and learn in and takes great care in providing high standards of childcare and education for children aged three months to five years.

The large detached building provides ample space for children to experience a variety of activities and explore the many facilities on offer.

The nursery has a range of qualified and experienced staff who are all either trained to NNEB/NVQ 3 or equivalent, or are working towards this qualification. They also pride themselves on the number of senior staff with Level 5 and 6 qualifications (degree level) who work well to lead the team.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Vickey Hall (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 41

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • £55.00 per day

  • All meals, nappies and wipes are included in the fees.

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr Reviews (105)

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Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr has a Review Score of 10 (9.965) out of 10, based on 40 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr has 105 reviews.

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Review from Summer P (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery for almost 2 years now and he absolutely loves it. He has such amazing connections with the staff members in his room and looks forwards to going every day. He has developed so well and has learnt so much since being there. I know he is in such a safe and loving
space every day whilst I am at work and would never send him anywhere else!
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is so important to us that as parents you feel comfortable with your choice of nursery and we firmly believe that an environment that is safe and loving is extremely…read more
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Review from Megan D (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff at Building Blocks Nursery are always really friendly and welcoming. The children always seem excited to go in and enjoy their day. My son loves the staff and the children and all of the activities they do. Staff are always ready to help or assist if there are any problems or concerns
and will work with you and give advice. I feel very confident and comfortable that my son is well taken care of and also learning in a safe environment.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is lovely to hear that the children are excited about coming into nursery and that they enjoy their time with us. We are always happy to help and want to work with…read more
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Review from Sarah T (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started in October 2024 and wouldn't send her anywhere else. The staff are absolutely amazing and take each child's needs as an individual rather than as a group. They have helped my daughter so much and put a plan in place as soon as we explained her needs, if you are thinking of sending
your child here, do not hesitate, the nursery is outstanding.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is very important to us that each child's needs are met and we do our very best to work with parents to achieve this.
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Review from Kelly E (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Building Blocks for a year now and it has been amazing watching him flourish and learn. He really enjoys preschool and always has positive things to say about his day. The staff are phenomenal, always on hand to answer questions and listen to any concerns. I would definitely
recommend this nursery.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is lovely to hear that children go home and talk about their nursery experiences.
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Review from S T (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery! Couldn't ask for any better place to send my children to. My little girl used to attend from the age of 2 and absolutely loved going, all members of staff were amazing. Everyone always gives a nice warm welcome and they feel like part of the family. You get updates throughout the
day on an app so you can see what your child has eaten/ how long they've napped for etc. Observations also get put on the app so you can see what your child has been up to/ is learning, which is really lovely to see along with pictures. The nursery itself is also clean and tidy. Overall 10/10 nursery, my little boy now attends and I couldn't wait for him to start! He loves it there just as much! Definitely recommend and wouldn't go elsewhere.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is wonderful when families return and we get to see siblings grow and develop as it helps us foster the family approach that we very much like to create.
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Review from Elizabeth N (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't recommend this nursery enough. They are very patient, provide excellent activities, the nursery is very clean and tidy and staff also work very well with parents.
My child has thrived here and due to send my second very soon. I trust them fully and my daughter also feels comfortable to
confide in the staff there, which is very comforting as a parent. I really can't thank the staff enough for taking very good care of my child. I'll be sad for her to leave this year. Honestly the best nursery.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. The staff appreciate all parent reviews and feedback and we know that the parent partnership relationships we form with parents and families are very valuable to everyone.
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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children now go to Building Blocks, one in babies and one in preschool. Staff in all of the rooms are great, friendly and caring and both boys are doing well there. The nursery itself is always clean with lots for the children to do and play with. The manager is really helpful and welcoming,
we have no complaints at all and have been really pleased with the nursery overall.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is important to us that the relationships with children and parents and the environment are both of a high standard.
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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have and still do attend the nursery. I couldn't pick nicer people to leave my children with. Such lovely, understanding people, such a lovely nursery.
I was recommended by two of my friends whose children attended, who say the same as me.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is lovely to hear that parents share their views with each other and recommend us to their friends, so thank you.
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Review from Nicola H (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Building Blocks have been fantastic for my daughter and now my son. My children have always been really happy to go in and the staff always welcome them with open arms. They allow the children to develop at their own pace and they encourage them in a gentle, friendly way. The SEND provision is excellent
and staff knowledge is very good. Highly recommend this nursery to parents.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. We do pride ourselves on all aspects of care and the local SENCO team often comment on the high level of SEND provision we offer. We do have a designated SEN manager and…read more
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Review from Michaela W (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could write positive things all day long when it comes to Building Blocks! My son started a year ago in pre-school and absolutely adores every member of staff just as much as they adore him. Building Blocks feels like a family - warm, kind, welcoming and trustworthy. As every parent I was worried
about leaving my son in others' care, however I feel like the staff at Building Blocks take any worries away, my son has the most wonderful days filled with fun activities, not only does he have fun but he has learnt so much thanks to Building Blocks, he comes home happy every single day telling us what he has learnt and what he has been up to with his friends. The nursery keep us up to date daily with any news, photos and what they have been eating, I love seeing photos of my son having fun! We receive a detailed handover every day to keep us updated and any queries get answered. I've had 0 problems at Building Blocks, only hundreds of beautiful memories for my son, thank you!
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is lovely to hear that you and your little one feel happy, supported and cared for as this is so fundamental to the principles of who we are at Building Blocks.
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Review from J D (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing place! My son who has additional needs has been going here since he was 9 months old - he's now almost 4. The staff are brilliant with him and meeting his ever-changing needs! They adapt to him and he's progressed so much, thanks to them! My daughter recently started in September
2024 and they have been just as great with her too! The staff always make me feel reassured and comfortable. They are amazing, so friendly and kind and take the time to speak to me on arrival and at pick up, how my babies' days have been. I love this nursery and I'm going to be so sad when my son leaves in July this year. Keep up the hard work Building Blocks! Thank you for all you do!
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is an absolute pleasure doing what we do and we are delighted to hear such wonderful feedback. Knowing parents are reassured and feel comfortable with us is really…read more
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Review from Kirsty G (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending here since I returned to work from maternity leave. The staff are amazing always so helpful and caring towards her. Always open to trying new things to help her feel comfortable. She absolutely loves it here and forms strong bonds with her adults. I would never send her
anywhere else. I know when I'm at work she's completely safe and cared for.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. The relationships between staff and children is very important to us and its lovely to hear that you are confident with the service we provide.
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Review from J B (Grandmother of Child) published on 30 August 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When collecting my grandson the staff have always been very pleasant. My grandson loves going to nursery. I have seen how well he has come on since attending. Staff always keep parents informed during the day on what he is doing. The nursery is always kept well, clean and tidy. My grandson loves the
food, meals and snacks provided. He often talks and mentions members of staff to me. Staff take a keen interest in the children including out of nursery.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It is lovely to hear that your grandson talks about nursery at home and that he has made great progress whilst being with us.
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Review from Katie H (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
If you're thinking of taking your little ones to any nursery, this is the one for you! The staff are so lovely and reliable and really helped my little man settle in and become part of their nursery family. They have helped him develop in many ways! Highly recommend Building Blocks Nursery.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. It was an absolute pleasure working alongside you and your little one and we are so very proud of the progress he made. We wish him all the best at big school and will…read more
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Review from Heidi N (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Building Blocks Nursery is, by far, the best and most nurturing nursery in the area. I have been so pleased with my decision to send our little one here. All the staff are so wonderful, they genuinely care about her like one of their own. The way my little one has blossomed since she started earlier
this year has been incredible to watch. From encouragement when she was learning how to walk, her speech and learning Makaton signing.
Their app which provides updates is so reassuring for me, as a parent. It's nice to know exactly what she has been eating and drinking throughout the day and have little updates/pictures of her enjoying herself, taking part in different activities. I have nothing but positive things to say about Building Blocks and their dedicated staff members.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate you acknowledging how important the children are to us and how wonderful our staff team are, they are very dedicated and we are very proud of everyone…read more
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Review from Toni B (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Building Blocks since he was 11 months old; he is now nearly 3 years old and he absolutely adores it there! They have an amazing staff team who are so supportive and understanding of every child’s needs. I am so pleased with my son’s development since attending Building Blocks that
I have now sent my daughter there also. She has only been there for a short amount of time but she loves it and is so happy there.
I wouldn’t send them anywhere else!
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your review. I will pass on your feedback to the staff as they love to hear parent's views and opinions. It is also lovely that your daughter has now started with us. Thank you.
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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended Building Blocks Nursery a few years ago and we had a fantastic experience. When I applied for my daughter's place they still remembered my son without any prompting and to me that shows how all the staff generally love to get to know the children personally. My daughter joined at 4
months old and with some ongoing health issues at the time, so I was nervous to say the least. I had nothing to worry about from day one my daughter's care has been faultless. We have regular meetings to ensure her care and development milestones are met. Now 17 months old she loves nursery. She has great relationships with staff and the other children. Building blocks use an app to update us on daily routine as well as personal progress. I love to see my daughter's progress and the staff are as proud of her as I am. A lovely, friendly, professional nursery that I would recommend without hesitation.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your review. Building strong relationships with children and families is part of our ethos and I am so pleased that you felt this and that you also feel supported. It is pleasure looking…read more
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Review from Veronica S (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Building Blocks Nursery for over 3 years and he was so happy there. All of the staff are so nurturing and supportive and they provided him with so much care, attention and positivity. I have always found ladies working there to be very communicative and the admin team are so
efficient.
I would highly recommend Building Blocks Nursery to anyone looking for a nursery in the area and I feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful and happy environment for my son.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your lovely comments and are very proud to have been a part of your son's early years journey.
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Review from Leslie N (Father of Child) published on 2 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Building Blocks Nursery have quickly become an extension of our own family in helping us care for, develop and nurture our daughter. All team members engage in genuine conversation and do not hesitate to communicate concerns or celebrate achievements. We are so thankful to have Building
Blocks Nursery as part of our family.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your feedback.
We pride ourselves on offering a service that makes us all feel like one family, as we know it is such an important decision when parents are choosing an early years…read more
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Review from Amanda B (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am thrilled to share my positive experience with the nursery where my two sons have attended, and my youngest is attending now. The continuity provided by the manager, who has been there since the beginning, along with two other members of staff, creates a sense of stability and trust. Despite a four-year
gap between my kids, their consistent presence and genuine smiles every day speak volumes about their commitment. The use of a detailed daily app, keeping parents informed about every aspect of their child's day, is incredibly helpful. What sets this nursery apart is its transparency – any incident is promptly shared live, allowing parents to stay in the loop. I genuinely love everyone working there and cannot recommend this nurturing environment enough.
Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr
Thank you for your review.
It is so lovely to welcome siblings and have families return to us with their younger children.
We also have plans next year to try to make our outdoor space bigger,…read more
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.965)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.965) out of 10 for Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr 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 40 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 40 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 4.965 for Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr is calculated as follows: ( (463 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 479 Ratings = 4.965
  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 Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr is based on 40 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 41 number of registered child places is 8.2, which has been reached with 40 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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Tina Hart

Job Title: Managing Director Joined: 2002

As the Managing Director, I work full time to oversee all three of the Building Blocks Nursery branches and work closely with the branch managers. I have worked in private daycare for over 26 years and feel passionately about ensuring the service we provide is of a high quality. I have my NNEB diploma and a degree in early years childhood studies. I also have my level 5 management qualification.

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