Business Details
Trusted Childcare & Preschool Services in Birmingham
Little Robins Day Nursery is part of a group of privately owned childcare settings dedicated to delivering exceptionally high standards of care and education for children aged 0 to 5 years. Established over two decades ago, we prioritise a nurturing environment where children feel secure and confident to develop to their full potential. Our approach focuses on in-the-moment planning and hands-on learning, minimising paperwork to maximise meaningful interactions with children. We work in partnership with parents to tailor experiences to individual needs, supported by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. Our team of qualified practitioners undergoes continuous professional development, ensuring expertise in areas such as safeguarding, first aid, and child development.We utilise tools like Famly to share learning journeys with parents and provide access to downloadable resources. With dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children, we maintain staff-to-child ratios of 1:3, 1:4, and 1:8 respectively, fostering personalised attention. Our curriculum integrates play-based learning, sensory development, and outdoor exploration to stimulate curiosity and foundational academic skills. We offer flexible funding options, including government-supported schemes, and operate Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, closed only for bank holidays and between Christmas and New Year.
Services
Baby Room Care
Toddler Development
Pre-School Education
Funded Childcare
Outdoor Learning
Sensory Development
Parent Engagement
Highlights and features
- We maintain staff-to-child ratios of 1:3 in baby rooms for personalised care.
- Our team holds NVQ Level 2 and 3 qualifications in childcare and development.
- We offer government-funded childcare options including 30-hour entitlement schemes.
- Outdoor learning environments support sensory development and nature exploration.
- Famly app provides real-time updates on children's progress and learning journeys.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Exceptional staff expertise
Engaging learning activities
Strong parent communication
Well-structured routines
Excellent progress tracking
Services
Baby Room Care
Our baby room provides a calm, sensory-friendly environment with natural wooden furniture and soft lighting. Staff-to-child ratios of 1:3 ensure individual attention. Activities focus on physical development, communication skills, and emotional security through play-based learning tailored to each child's needs.
Toddler Development
The toddler room offers structured play activities aligned with EYFS requirements. Children engage in creative play, motor skill development, and social interaction. Staff encourage independence through self-service meals and toilet training support while maintaining a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio for personalised guidance.
Pre-School Education
Our pre-school programme prepares children for formal education through literacy, numeracy, and science activities. Using Letters and Sounds phonics, staff develop early reading skills. The 1:8 staff ratio allows focused attention on individual learning plans and key group sessions to build confidence for school transitions.
Funded Childcare
We offer government-funded childcare options including 15-hour and 30-hour entitlements for eligible families. Our team assists with funding applications and provides flexible booking arrangements. This support helps reduce childcare costs while maintaining access to high-quality early years education.
Outdoor Learning
Children access outdoor spaces daily for physical play and environmental exploration. Activities include weather observation, insect studies, and outdoor art. The garden environment promotes physical development and sensory learning through all-weather experiences, supporting the EYFS framework's focus on understanding the world.
People
Joanne Hannon
Nursery Manager
Qualified early years professional with extensive management experience. Leads staff development and ensures compliance with EYFS standards through continuous training partnerships with Crackerjack Training and Birmingham Early Years.
Jag Keur Sehmi
Pre-School Manager
Specialises in school readiness programmes. Implements curriculum planning aligned with EYFS reforms, focusing on literacy and mathematics development. Oversees staff qualifications and professional development initiatives.
Kimberley Alam
Pre-School Deputy Manager
Supports curriculum delivery and staff mentoring. Coordinates in-house training programmes and ensures effective implementation of safeguarding protocols across all nursery operations.
Nikki Bhamra
Babies & Toddlers Deputy Manager
Manages daily care routines for youngest children. Focuses on sensory development and parent partnership in early stages of learning. Maintains strict hygiene and safety standards in baby and toddler rooms.
Sukhvinder Bhamra
Toddlers Supervisor
Supervises toddler room activities and staff. Implements play-based learning strategies that develop motor skills and social interaction. Trained in child development and early intervention techniques.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children from birth to 5 years across our baby, toddler, and pre-school rooms.
Do you offer funded childcare places?
Yes, we accept government-funded childcare schemes including 15-hour and 30-hour entitlements for eligible families.
How do you support school readiness?
Our pre-school programme focuses on literacy, numeracy, and social skills through structured play and Letters and Sounds phonics.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff have NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualifications in childcare, with regular training in safeguarding and first aid.
How do you communicate children's progress?
We use the Famly app to share observations, photos, and learning journeys with parents in real time.
What outdoor activities are available?
Children access outdoor spaces daily for physical play, weather observation, and nature-based learning experiences.
