Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, St Edwards (Selly Park)

St Edwards School, Raddlebarn Road, Selly Park, Birmingham B29 7DB
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At Little Pioneers St Edwards, they work together with parents to make sure that each child has the support they need by having close relationships with their parents and guardians. They have regular workshops, parents' evenings and forums.

They have 5 Little Pioneers who help share their core values with children from encouraging them to express their feelings to making a difference in the world. They have a ParentZone app which keeps parents/carers informed about life at nursery with photos from their day, assessments, meals eaten and even toilet training progress!

They are big on safety and that's why ALL their staff are paediatric first aid trained. They are silver eco schools accredited, a programme that sees children lead the way in making little changes that deliver big environmental differences.

They are also big on happy children so they have areas for growing food (and eating it), regular visits to local care homes and take care of each other and the world.

Located on the outskirts of leafy Selly Park in Birmingham, Little Pioneers St Edwards provides high quality, innovative childcare for children up to the age of five. The nursery is set in a converted Victorian school with its own Forest School nearby.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Helen Cator (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 36

Total Places for Children

  • 124

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • (0-2) Full Day £81.50 / Short Day £77.50 / School Day £61.00/ Half Day £47.00


    (2-3) Full day £77.50 / Short Day £73.75 / School Day £58.25 / Half Day £44.75


    (3-5) Full day £74.75 / Short Day £71.00 / School Day £56.00 /Half Day £43.00

  • Full day 7.30am-6.30pm
    Short Day 8am-6pm
    School Day 9am-3pm
    Half Day 7.30am-1pm/1pm-6.30pm


    Government Funding accepted

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, St Edwards (Selly Park) Reviews (81)

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Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, St Edwards (Selly Park) has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.382) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, St Edwards (Selly Park) has 81 reviews.

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Review from Benedict D (Father of Child) published on 8 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is just fantastic. The staff care so much and work so hard to look after the children. Our little one is making excellent progress in all areas, from social to educational. Most importantly of all, she has fun! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend, and look forward to sending our new arrival there in
a few months’ time.
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Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is lovely and all the staff are friendly and approachable. My son has been there for 10 months and has just moved up to the second room. They made the transition from maternity leave to being back at work much easier for me as I knew he was happy whilst he wasn't with me.


He has come

on leaps and bounds in all areas of development since starting there and is becoming a very confident little boy. They know exactly when to encourage him to do more and become independent.


It's also a massive bonus that everything is included in the fee, we don't have to worry about sorting nappies or sun cream etc... It makes the mornings much less stressful.

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Review from Amanda F (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is truly amazing. They go above and beyond! The staff really do go the extra mile. Both my boys have been at this nursery, my youngest still is and there have been moments for my youngest where he’s struggled as he has additional needs, they have made sure he’s happy and got a environment
that’s suits and calms him during moments where he’s upset. Couldn’t think of leaving our son with any team more support than this lot.
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Review from Rachel L (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves going to nursery and loves the staff who are caring, thoughtful and fun. The outdoor space, which my husband describes as a ‘Mediterranean garden’, is exceptional. The staff are tuned into both my son's needs and the parent's childcare needs, always looking to help wherever they
can. Highly recommend.
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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have found Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school - St Edwards (Selly Park) and the staff in the baby room incredible. They are caring, kind, loving and supportive of our son and he loves every moment of nursery. The transition process was very streamlined and fitted our family's needs. We love seeing
what our son is doing each day and how staff have helped with his development in the few months since starting. A wonderful nursery we’re very happy with!
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Review from Pat S (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good nursery from day one.
Staff are very warm and welcoming. Would recommend friends and family to enrol their children at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school - St Edwards (Selly Park).
Playground facilities are child friendly and the learning outcomes are very impressive as we are hearing
new words at home.
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Review from Sarah (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of our daughters are at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school - St Edwards (Selly Park), they have been since they were 9 months old and my oldest will be leaving to start school in September. Little Pioneers have been brilliant with both of our girls. They both seem to enjoy their time there and
the oldest speaks very fondly of the staff. My youngest has some additional health considerations and the staff and management could not have been more supportive and reassuring. The communication from the nursery as a whole has always been very good.
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Review from Millie T (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school - St Edwards (Selly Park) has been an amazing setting for my son. They are really caring and have looked after him so well. Everyone knows who he is and has such a personal response to his development and learning. I would recommend this nursery to everyone. My son
has very specific allergies and the chefs have come up with exciting and delicious food for him every week, as well as giving me an ingredient list at the end of every week so we can track any new allergies.
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Review from Katherine R (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at this nursery during the lockdown and it felt very safe leaving him there. While I hadn't seen the room he was in I knew the staff and his key worker as I meet them and had a chat when dropping him off or picking him up. I could tell they had built a rapport with him as he was happy
to go with them after only a few days. We get photos and updates on the parents' app daily and calls as and when required. We also know that they are very creative with the different activities they do with the children and have a great range of play areas. They also spend quite a bit of time outside which I really think benefits the children hugely. The nursery itself is so secure which gives me a lot of comfort, knowing he's safe when there.
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Review from Amy A (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fantastic nursery which my daughter always looks forward to. The staff are amazing and the food provided high quality. The facilities are clean and well organised with a lovely outside space.
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Review from Jen T (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery with incredible staff. Both of my children attend and we couldn’t be happier with the nursery. The staff provide a variety of activities to get the children involved and accommodate to all children. They provide love and care when the children are upset and celebrate with them when
they succeed. The nursery is very clean and the food is healthy and very tasty as well as providing lots of variety. Parents are kept informed and involved. Cannot recommend this nursery enough.
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Review from Holly C (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, trust them with my child 100%, all members of staff are accommodating and show interest in what my child likes and dislikes. I'd recommend to anyone and wouldn't use any other nursery myself.
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Review from Isobel D (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one loves going to nursery every day and comes home happily discussing what she did at nursery that day. I cannot fault the nursery and how they have dealt with the difficult twelve months we've all had.
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Review from Francisca S (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Little Pioneers - the staff are caring, loving to the children and enthusiastic, children are always busy and out in the garden and the activities are well thought about and I am impressed with the detail and effort put into it. My son loves the food and playing with his friends.
His teachers are very understanding and even when he's too excited and misbehaves I have always had the opportunity to talk to someone about it and to understand their point of view and efforts to play with him in smaller groups, I didn't feel my son was ever left out or labelled. I am so thankful to everyone in the preschool room for all the care and love. Thank you.
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Review from Elspeth H (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends full time, currently in the pre-school age group. She thoroughly enjoys her time there, she speaks positively about all the staff and I have been impressed with how well they know her and her likes/interests. They have lots of opportunities to play but I have recently been really
impressed by the focus on learning and getting them ready for school routines. My daughter always comes home with new facts she has learnt about the world around her, as well as showing improvement in her literacy and numeracy skills.
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Review from Sam T (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter goes to this nursery and has for the last year. The staff are so friendly and extremely helpful. My daughter absolutely loves going into nursery and has developed in so many areas. Any questions or issues I have are always dealt with professionally. A load of hard-working dedicated staff!
My son will almost definitely be joining.
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Review from Ellen B (Mother of Child) published on 25 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter really enjoys attending Little Pioneers. She has really developed in terms of her speech and interaction with others at a really challenging time. She enjoys the changing daily activities and especially likes the access to the outdoors with the trikes and the mud kitchen. She enjoys reading
on her own and with the staff. I love that she is encouraged to do so many different things whilst at nursery. She also eats a wide range of meals there, it is good to know she is having a balanced diet whilst also learning about food.
The staff were also really helpful as we were expecting a baby and they engaged our daughter with baby dolls in the room.
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Review from Rachael L (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started here in January 2021 and the staff have been fantastic. I really worried about how he would settle with the current situation but they’ve been brilliant with him and he has a great time. They’re easy to get in touch with, very approachable and happy to use our cloth nappies. I
could go on. The activities they do with the little ones are lovely and the pictures they send me are super cute.
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Review from Laura T (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery, its obvious the staff really love their jobs and enjoy working with children. The activities and food provided are varied and we love the photos published on the app of what our daughter has been up to during the day. Its clear to see the progression my daughter has made since starting
at Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school - St Edwards (Selly Park) and the bond she has with her carers.
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Review from Emma S (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter joined the last couple of week. I cannot thank them enough for how they have helped her settle in and how proactive they are in informing us of her progress on a daily basis. All staff are extremely friendly and approachable. A fantastic nursery!
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.382)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.382) out of 10 for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, St Edwards (Selly Park) 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 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 13 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 Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, St Edwards (Selly Park) is calculated as follows: ( (133 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 155 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 4.524 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Pioneers Nursery & Pre-school, St Edwards (Selly Park) is based on 13 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 124 number of registered child places is 24.8. 13 Positive Reviews ÷ 24.8 = 0.524
  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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