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O P E N I N G   H O U R S
Mon-Fri:  8:30am - 3:30pm (Sparkhill)
Mon-Fri:  9am - 3pm (Billesley)
Mon-Fri:  8:30am - 5pm (Bearwood)
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C A L L   U S
07858 100 777 (Sparkhill)
07756 88 2000 (Billesley)
0121 257 3598 (Bearwood)
E M A I L   U S

Welcome to Greencoat Nursery

A very warm welcome to Greencoat Nursery. We have three nurseries in Birmingham, all offer excellent level of quality and care, where our caring and enthusiastic staff make learning fun and exciting for our wonderful children.

 We were recently inspected by OFSTED in November 2021 and were awarded a GOOD rating in all areas. We offer places on both a full and part-time basis for children over 18 months of age. At present we are term time only (closed during school holidays).


Our site on Stratford Road is open from 8:30am until 3:30pm our Billesley site is open from 9am until 3pm. Our newest site in Bearwood neighbouring Smethwick is open from 8:30am until 5pm.

   

We are now offering a pick-up and drop off service for children. 

REGISTER YOUR CHILD

Our Aims

We aim to give every child the opportunity to succeed laying secure foundations for the future learning. We aim to have fun, build the children’s confidence, develop a sense of belonging and having a voice that is listened to. We have a good understanding that all children are unique and meet their individual learning styles through effective planning. 

Building strong partnerships with our parents/ carers enables us to plan for children’s interests and needs to ensure that children make the best progress throughout their time with us. We promote inclusive practice and value our diverse community and welcome children and families who speak various different languages. Children thrive in our safe and secure environment and we encourage children to be strong independent learners giving them the best start to their learning journey.
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What Do We Offer?

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Outdoor Area

We have a beautiful outdoor area with 4 different surfaces including artificial grass, planting area and a rubbered play area. 

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Competitive Prices

2,3,4 year old government grant funding accepted including 30 hours childcare.

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Equality & Diversity

We strongly believe in equality and our aim is to make all children feel welcome. We also have wheel chair access.

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Quality Childcare

Highly qualified team with a wide range of knowledge and experience. All at Level 3 and above, over half of our team are educated to degree level.

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Minibus

We have our own 17-seater minibus. We offer a pick up and drop off service and do a number of outings during the day. 

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Experienced SENCO

Our onsite SEN team is experienced in supporting children with additional needs and learning difficulties.

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First Aid Trained

All staff are Paediatric First Aid trained and hold a Level 2 in Food Hygiene.

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Partnership with Parents

A robust key worker system in place to enable positive parent partnerships for the best support for each child.

Come along and

VISIT OUR NURSERY

We would love to meet you and your child and take you on a tour. We offer both onsite and remote tours online. Our experienced staff will be delighted to answer any questions you have. 

BOOK A VISIT
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Dates For Your Diary

Monday 20th July 2026  - Tuesday 1st September - Summer Holidays

Nursery Reopens Monday 7th September 2026


Monday 14th September 2026 - Coffee Morning


Monday 26th October 2026 - Friday 30th October 2026 - October Half Term Holiday

Nursery Reopens Monday 2nd November 2026


Tuesday 8th December 2026 - Parent workshop


Monday 14th December - Friday 1st January 2027 - Christmas & New Year Holiday

Nursery Reopens Monday 4th January 2027


Monday 18th January 2027 - Parents' Evening


NB: Dates can be subject to change. Where any changes are made, we will update the details here. Parents will also receive updates via email/parent app, and notices will be displayed at reception.

Newsletters

Screen Time and Under 5s: A Shame-Free Guide for Families

April 17, 2026
Greencoat Nursery shares the 2026 screen time guidelines for under-5s — with practical, shame-free tips on co-viewing, slow content, and protecting golden hours at home.

🪥 Little Teeth, Big Smiles: Dentist Tips, Toothbrushing & Healthy Lunchboxes

By Josh Buckle • April 8, 2026
Discover Green Coat Nursery's new preschool toothbrushing club, why early dentist registration matters, and our top tips for healthy, low-sugar packed lunches.

Beyond the Shiny Toys: The “Invisible” Checklist Ofsted Inspectors Use (That Parents Often Miss)

January 8, 2026
Choosing a nursery can feel overwhelming. You are trusting other adults with the most important person in your world — and that matters. When you walk into a nursery for the first time, your eyes are naturally drawn to the new climbing frame, the interactive screens, or the freshly painted walls. “Shiny” can feel reassuring. It looks organised. It looks impressive. But here is something many parents don’t realise: Inspectors are far less interested in how new equipment looks — and far more interested in how it is used. When an inspector walks into a nursery, they are quietly watching for the "invisible" indicators of quality: the everyday moments that show whether children feel safe, confident, and genuinely supported to learn. If you are visiting nurseries in Birmingham, here is what is really worth noticing.