Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

669-671 Kings Road, Great Barr, Birmingham B44 9HU
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9.9 93 Reviews
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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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Care Provided by Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • 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
  • 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

  • £55.00 per day

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

Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr Reviews (93)

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9.9

Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.919) out of 10, based on 37 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr has 93 reviews.

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Review from Andy G (Father of Child) published on 31 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Building Blocks has been a massive part of our family with my eldest son attending a few years ago and now my youngest son attends and has done since he was 7 months old. The care, affection, learning opportunities and love my son receives, is outstanding. He has come on so much during his time and
he really loves going to nursery. The staff keep me updated on anything my child is doing, tells me of celebrations and key events and keeps me updated on his progress and development, on a regular basis. His needs are met at all times and the staff have been brilliant quite recently, supporting him with his toilet training. My son participates in inviting activities and experiences that push him to achieve his very best at all times. I would highly recommend Building Blocks to anyone. A fantastic nursery with a lot of love to give each child.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback. It is a pleasure to care for your children and we take great pride in what we do.


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Review from Tara R (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Building Blocks to any parent who are looking to give their child the best start in education. My daughter is having the best time at Building Blocks. It is her second home, providing a home to home environment. My daughter can't wait to go into nursery every morning. There
are a number of reasons why:
1) The staff are absolutely wonderful and tend to her needs at the highest professional standard. She has made some lovely relationships with the staff too.
2) Her day is packed with engaging activities to keep her stimulated throughout the day.
3) They provide her with a lot of support to help her make progress.
4) The team communicate really with one another, so my daughter's needs are always met.
5) My daughter has additional needs and has a fantastic send coordinator, who ensures her learning needs are always met and reviews are put in place.
These are just a few reasons why. I cannot thank them enough for all that they do, day to day.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback. We love being a 'second home' to the children and knowing they feel safe and secure is so important. I will also ensure our staff including the SEND team are informed of your feedback, as they will really appreciate this. Many thanks.


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Review from Alexandra B (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending nursery since January 2022 when she was only 10 months old. Ever since, we have had the most amazing journey with everything that Building Blocks is. I worked as an early years practitioner myself, so I can probably judge a setting from different perspectives, but from
the first visit I thought it will be the perfect place for my little bundle of joy and I was not wrong at all. From the layout of every room, to resources, staff members, management, communications levels, Building Blocks for us is our day-to-day happy little family and perfect place for our daughter to interact, learn, play, develop while we are away from her. I highly recommend Building Blocks Nursery!

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback. It is wonderful to hear parent feedback and your professional experiences/opinions are gratefully received as well. Working in partnership with parents is key to happy children and we thoroughly enjoy what we do.


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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery. Kind, caring staff that have genuinely got to know my son and they work really hard to ensure his time at nursery is happy and fulfilled. There is a big emphasis on education and development, which I am really pleased with. The nursery always looks really clean and the communication
is great as they always update the app with what's going on and what my son has been up to. They do lots of different activities (messy play/arts and crafts/music etc). I would really recommend this nursery. I am so pleased my son was able to get a place here.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback. We always do our very best to ensure children are happy and well cared for and we appreciate the support we receive from parents and families as this is fundamental to our nursery and to the children's progress.


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Review from Helen L (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl loved this nursery and made some great friends. The staff are all really friendly and helpful and I always felt reassured that my little girl was in safe hands. I would definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure to have your little one at nursery and be part of her journey.


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Review from L G (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has attended the Building Blocks Nursery since he was a baby, till July this year, when he graduated. The staff at the nursery are amazing. Everyone has helped my child to grow in every aspect.
He was a shy little boy, I have noticed how much his speech has developed and how confident
he is now.
The team also helped us with the potty training. Cannot thank the staff enough for his great development!
The setting is very clean and welcoming, the nursery has fantastic facilities and a large outside area.
They keep us well updated through the app and you can also discuss your child'sprogress every day.
Thank you, Building Blocks Nursery! My son already misses you all!

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback. I will pass on your appreciation to the staff.
We wish you all the very best for the future.


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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery staff are amazing, my son has been coming here (he has additional needs including mobility issues) and nothing is too much trouble. The level of support is second to none. They have been so encouraging and understanding with all situations!
I would recommend this nursery to anyone and
everyone, they really care for the children and everyone plays a part in the children's development. I will be very sad when my little one leaves.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your review.
We thoroughly enjoy what we do and the fact that we can support children and their families is very rewarding.
We have enjoyed working with you and your little one and we will miss you both too.


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Review from Farrah O (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Building Blocks, Great Barr, is just amazing. The staff are so lovely and caring towards the children. I'm so happy our daughter got a place here. She thoroughly enjoys coming to nursery. She is learning so much. Such a great place. Outside space could be bigger.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback.
It is extremely important to us that both children and their families are happy coming to nursery.


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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 17 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have gone to Building Blocks. Building Blocks, prepared my eldest for school in a fun and interactive way. My youngest child started during the pandemic, which made the transition challenging. All the staff supported him and ensured he enjoyed his days at nursery. All the staff are
friendly and polite and provide a good overview via the app, of what the children do day to day.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback. We also like the app and find this a brilliant way to communicate with families.


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Review from P B (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children have been attending Building Blocks since March 2020. They engage in a wide range of activities. The nursery invests in resources so that the children can strive in their learning. I have found the staff to be approachable when I have a concern or want to know more about my children's development.
Whilst communicating with the staff I have found them to handle my query with patience and sensitivity. My children always talk about the staff and what they have learnt, this reassures me that they are happy at nursery.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback - we firmly believe in constantly reviewing and re-investing in our provision to support all children's learning.


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Review from Jessica N (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter came to this nursery when she was two years old, she’s been here for only a few months and has already learnt a lot. She really enjoys coming to this nursery, staff are all friendly and make you and your child feel welcome. The garden and rooms are all hygienic and just a brilliant day nursery
in general. Thank you Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr.

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Review from Andrea N (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr for almost two months now. I was very apprehensive about her starting nursery, especially during a pandemic. However, the staff have made this process as smooth as possible. They keep us updated daily via their family app about her
day and share photos and observations of the activities our baby takes part in. The room looks very inviting and there is lots on offer for the babies to explore. We are really happy we chose Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr and would definitely recommend the nursery to other parents.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you - the settling in process has been challenging due to the covid restrictions but we have tried very hard to make the settling in effective and we love the famly app as it allows us to communicate with parents throughout the day.


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Review from Natalie C (Mother of Child) published on 29 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I highly recommend this nursery. My son has been going here for 2 years now and has come out of his shell loads. The staff are very good and friendly and very welcoming. I would recommend this nursery especially with how they have handled the pandemic and made it possible for my son to still go and
with Christmas they have done great I will be sending my other son here too. They are just fab.

Reply from Tina Hart, Owner at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your lovely feedback. I am very proud of my team and how we have continued to work in the interests of the children throughout this pandemic.


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Review from Jennifer R (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my child started nursery at this site I have had no issues, my daughter settled in well with staff supporting the process thoroughly. They have ensured my child is progressing within her learning and informing me along the way. The app for regular updates is used often with good effect to inform
me of the activities and milestones my child is reaching, the staff team and structure appear well managed and the team work well together it appears. Thoroughly recommend to all parents.

Reply from Tina Hart at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback - we are pleased that you find the app useful, we hope to continue to add different functions to this over the upcoming months.


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Review from Sherrene B (Mother of Child) published on 7 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending this nursery since she was 2 years old and has formed an amazing bond with all of the staff. The staff are warm and welcoming every single morning, and I feel confident that my daughter will be well taken care of whenever she attends. The nursery ensures parents are kept
up-to-date with all the activities, they make you feel fully involved in your child's learning journey whilst they are at nursery. I would personally recommend this nursery to family/friends.

Reply from Tina Hart at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback - we really value your opinions and are so pleased that you feel really involved in your children's learning and development.


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Review from Steven B (Father of Child) published on 7 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two sons go to Building Blocks, staff friendly and welcoming. Seen a real development in them both, learning new skills all the time, the care, activities meals etc are second to none. A real safe environment for my sons to grow and learn as individuals. Couldn't recommend highly enough, facilities
first class. Very clean as well.

Reply from Tina Hart at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback - we really appreciate your comments.


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Review from P T (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been coming to nursery for 3 months. He enjoys coming to nursery and has formed lovely bonds with the staff in his room. He experiences a range of different activities each day in his room and is always stimulated. My son is in the baby room 2 days a week.

Reply from Tina Hart at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback - it is great to hear your little one has settled in well.


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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff have been so supportive as my daughter has struggled with separation from me.
They've taken the time to support us both in the transition to starting nursery. Very understanding and supportive manager.

Reply from Tina Hart at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Lovely to hear that your transition went well and I will ensure staff are aware of your feedback. Thankyou.


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Review from Naomi M (Mother of Child) published on 6 August 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has come on leaps and bounds since starting at Building Blocks.
The staff are so friendly and welcoming and the range of activities my son participates in is amazing!
I am so happy I chose this nursery and I am very confident my son will continue to develop through this time here.

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Review from Taysea O (Mother of Child) published on 8 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery with brilliant nursery staff. Going back to work after having 9 months maternity leave was a smooth transition. Nursery staff kept me updated throughout the day as requested.

Reply from Tina Hart at Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr

Thank you for your feedback.
Where have those past three years gone - it will be very sad when your son goes off to school.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.919)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.919) out of 10 for Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 37 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 37 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.919 for Building Blocks Nursery - Great Barr is calculated as follows: ( (410 Excellents x 5) + (30 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 443 Ratings = 4.919

  • b) 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 37 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 37 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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