In the Woods Nursery

2 Chelmsley Circle, Chelmlsey Wood, Birmingham B37 5UH
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9.9

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Owner

  • Sarah Stroud
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Sarah Stroud (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 80

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • We offer session prices and an hourly rate. Please call nursery for prices.

  • We offer 7.30-6.00, 8.30-5.30, 8.30-3.30, 8.30-1.00 as sessions.
    We offer hourly rates.
    We provide 2, 3,4 year old funding spaces which can be stretched to cover half terms or term time only. For funding options you can have 5 days 8.30-11.30 or 12-3pm or 3 days per week 9am-2pm or 9.30-2.30pm. We are signed up to the tax free child care scheme.
    Where possible will always try to fit hours needed into a session cost.
    Please call for prices.

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 & Christmas

Parking

  • Multi storey car park 3 hours free, Asda car park 3 hours free.
    Drop off and pick up outside restricted to 8 mins, double yellow lines.

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In the Woods Nursery Reviews (62)

9.9

In the Woods Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.943) out of 10, based on 46 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time In the Woods Nursery has 62 reviews.

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Review from Z W (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall it is a wonderful nursery! All the staff (including the manager) are friendly and approachable. The communication is very good and they are easily reachable. They have been very accommodating for me and my child which I really appreciate. My child has learnt loads whilst being under their care.
She really enjoys going and has so much fun, from playing outside, to messy play to educational learning. They have difference activities going on throughout the week and my child really enjoys her meals there - they are good and varied & cater for all needs by the looks of things.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, I am so pleased we have given you a positive experience and you feel so happy and settled with us.
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has settled in really well at nursery. He has struggled with certain areas of development that have been recognised and relevant support and care put in place. The communication between me and staff has been faultless and it's never too much for them to have a conversation or catch up at any
time regarding any issues/concerns. He seems very happy to go into nursery despite his own additional needs and he's come on so much in communication, social and emotional skills. Nursery offer a wide range of foods for him try and will always have a back up if he doesn't eat what is on the menu. He will be staying here for another year instead of attending school nursery. I am completely happy with the setting as a whole and grateful for all they do for my child and other children.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, I am so pleased you think so highly of the nursery and your son is making good progress with his needs.
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Review from N S (Mother of Child) published on 27 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is run by the manager the support she gives is brilliant she has an amazing team who are brilliant. My little girl loves going to nursery the activities etc are fun and educational. Definitely recommend it to anybody who is looking for a nursery
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for your review. I am thrilled you have had a positive experience and feel so happy here.
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Review from D M (Mother of Child) published on 26 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I previously had a child attend and never even looked at any other settings for my baby to go do. The manager is thorough, and factual and cares for every child individually. She expects the same or her staff and receives full cooperation. I love her ability to bring out the confidence in even the most
reserved children and support them in their development especially if that's breaking gender roles! The manager is a treasure to her community. Not only in fostering young children's development in the most healthy ways but also teaching her staff how to follow in her footsteps. There is a family environment feeling to the whole setting with the children able to recognise every member of staff.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for this review, I became completely touched and overwhelmed with you responses.The team and I work so hard to bring out the best in all children, I am so grateful it is clearly seen…read more
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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The setting is really good lovely professional staff who keep you informed of everything you could need to know children are encouraged to try new foods often and make meals themselves. There is always a learning opportunity to be had as well as free play the children get many extra activities such
as people coming in and singing with them and doing more activities. The staff really do care and treat the children as individuals but equally, we have a good rapport with each staff member and each of them are invested in our child's life not just development they are also very friendly to our child's siblings who they see sometimes at drop off.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for your kind words reviewing our setting.We are so pleased you are happy with everything we do.
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Review from Micaela H (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fabulous team that will help in anyway the can and go above and beyond.
I am happy with my child attending the nursey and very happy with the service.
Good communication and people skills.
Love the menus.
Great activities.
Very good learning activities.
Toilet training or using the toilet.
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are very interactive with the children also the parents.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience we are so pleased you are happy with our setting and the things we provide for families and children.
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Review from M W (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is the 2nd time I have used In the Woods Nursery for my children. The manager and her team are amazing and make the nursery environment a, friendly, happy and safe place for the children to learn, make friends, and grow. Both my children settled well and were happy to come to this nursery. The
whole team have always been happy to help me and were understanding when I needed to speak to them. I would not use another nursery for my children's care and feel comfortable to be able to study, and know, my child is being looked after. Thank you.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for your review, it is great having siblings and families returning back to us. I am so pleased you have had another positive experience with our setting.
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Review from Craig U (Father of Child) published on 30 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 19 month old son started here at the start of the month and the communication and observations of the staff have been amazing in ensuring our son gets all his needs met from a developmental standpoint.
We were worried about him starting nursery due to not having much interaction with children prior
but he has settled down a treat and enjoys his days spent here.
Fantastic nursery, couldn't recommend them enough!
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, I am so pleased your experience is a positive one and you are pleased with the support and communication received.
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Review from Chloe E (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to this nursery for only two weeks now but she is absolutely loving every minute so far! The staff are extremely helpful and are helping her achieve so much already! In this short amount of time, I've noticed my her speech has already improved, she's making new friends, coming
home with so much excitement and learning so much! Highly recommend!
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, we are happy you have started with a positive experience.
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Review from Charlotte A (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has just started nursery and he's enjoying it so much, came out of his shell and talks so much more and the confidence in him is amazing. The staff are excellent with him, especially on his first couple of days when he was crying a lot, he loves his key worker and always enjoys going. The app
tells me so much about his day and how we can encourage him more at home.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, Owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review. I am pleased you have had a good experience, especially in the settling-in process.
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Review from Jeanette H (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They are a wonderful team. They are always there to help and support me and my child in whatever way they can I would definitely recommend this nursery to anyone who has children. They do activities for parents to attend as well as children's Easter/Mother's Day etc.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, Owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, I am glad you are happy with the setting.
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Review from Tracey H (Grandmother of Child) published on 24 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff, very informative of any issues that may arise, ie, child illnesses in the nursery. Staff are very accommodating, especially as our little one is having a few separation issues and keep us updated on our granddaughter's time at the nursery. Overall very happy and would definitely recommend
In The Woods to everyone.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you are enjoying the nursery environment.
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Review from A R (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery, my child has progressed so much during his time here and receives so much support. Staff here are amazing and so helpful. the app is great as I get to see what my child has been doing in the day also.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for your review. I am so pleased you have had such a positive experience and happy with the things we do in setting.
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Review from Katie W (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My baby started at the nursery at 6 months and he's coming on leaps and bounds! After the first 2 days, he started clapping on his own. Staff are very communicative and always happy to help. I can't fault them for anything and my now 10-month-old baby always had smiles going and coming home.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, I am so pleased you feel comfortable and happy with the nursery and the things we promote.
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Review from Z S (Mother of Child) published on 17 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son only started last week and I was so worried he wasn't going to settle in as his different around people and very shy and usually gets upset a lot.
After a few minutes, my boy was the happiest here! Good communication and can always keep an eye on my little boy through the app, only a week here
and already so happy with how he settled. Thank you.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, I am so pleased you have had a positive start in our setting.
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Review from A P (Father of Child) published on 17 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child's development has been notably aided by attending this nursery and the variety of activities they do even with the youngest children is great. Regular updates through the app regarding feeding, changes, accidents and even new skills gained are a wonderful help for parents when you can't be
with them in person. Lovely staff members whom my child is always happy to see at drop-off too!
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for the lovely words in your review, it makes me so proud to hear such great things about the setting and the staff, and that your child is making great progress.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter went to this nursery when it first opened in 2018 and was attending until she started school, both her and I absolutely loved this place, she was thriving there and has lots of lovely memories. When my son was born last year I knew this was the only place I wanted him to be in. He's been
at this nursery for the past 8 months and is doing amazing. The setting is really good, all the staff are nice and friendly and I know he's well looked after. Couldn't recommend this place enough.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for the lovely kind review and comments. It is lovely to have returning siblings. I am so pleased you are happy with the environment.
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Review from Kate C (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The most amazing nursery! Good impression from day one. I'm so glad I chose this place for my daughter. The staff are wonderful, the nursery is clean and tidy and the communication is excellent! Would recommend this place to everyone!
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for the review. I am so pleased you feel happy with the nursery and staff.
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Review from K A (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery staff have been very informative about my child giving us regular updates about how she is settling into the nursery. Even though it’s only been a couple of days my child speaks highly of school and gets excited when getting ready to go. Nursery brings structure to our week and it’s great
to know my child is having a lovely time. She enjoyed getting wet and having to change clothes. She was excited to show me that she was in different clothes when I got back from work. It’s been a great start for my child and I hope she will be able to attend the facility until she starts reception.
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you for your review, I am pleased the settling-in process has been smooth and you have had a positive experience.
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Review from Ramona T (Mother of Child) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one started nursery when she was 9 months old. Now she is nearly 3 years old. Her development and her knowledge gain since is just amazing. The team is always supportive and has a positive communication style. I like the inclusivity and the multicultural development. I appreciate the values
and behaviours that the nursery is promoting. I definitely recommend this nursery!
Reply from Sarah Stroud, owner and manager at In the Woods Nursery
Thank you so much for taking the time to review our setting. I am so pleased you have had a fantastic experience in our nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.943)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.943) out of 10 for In the Woods Nursery 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 46 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 46 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 4.943 for In the Woods Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (521 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) + (4 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 548 Ratings = 4.943
  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 In the Woods Nursery is based on 46 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 80 number of registered child places is 16, which has been reached with 46 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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