Selly Oak Nursery School
URN: 137796 • Birmingham B29 6BP
Overview
- Type
- Local authority nursery school
- Phase
- Nursery
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Yvonne James (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01214721700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 26 Tiverton Road, Birmingham B29 6BP
Summary
Selly Oak Nursery School, located in Birmingham, is a local authority nursery established in 1904, originally founded by the Cadbury family to provide quality education for young children. The school serves 77 mixed-gender pupils aged 3 and 4, with a focus on creating an inclusive environment that values each child's unique voice and rights. As a Rights Respecting School, Selly Oak prioritises play as an essential aspect of learning.
The nursery's curriculum is designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking, encouraging children to become ambitious and capable learners. The school fosters strong relationships with families, recognising the vital role parents and carers play in early childhood development. This collaborative approach aims to build solid foundations for children's future learning.
Selly Oak Nursery has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high standards in education and care. The school actively engages with the local community and promotes healthy lifestyles, preparing children to be resilient and confident members of society. For admissions and further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
The nursery's curriculum is designed to inspire creativity and critical thinking, encouraging children to become ambitious and capable learners. The school fosters strong relationships with families, recognising the vital role parents and carers play in early childhood development. This collaborative approach aims to build solid foundations for children's future learning.
Selly Oak Nursery has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high standards in education and care. The school actively engages with the local community and promotes healthy lifestyles, preparing children to be resilient and confident members of society. For admissions and further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the office directly.
Useful links
- Learn more (other)
- Ofsted Parent View (other)
- Ofsted Reports (other)
- School Admissions for September 2025 are open - register your child (other)
- Open Days (other)
- Healthy Eating Recipes on a Budget for Families (other)
- Picture Gallery: Ash End Farm (other)
- Birmingham City Council Director of Families praises Selly Oak after 'Outstanding' Ofted and UNICEF Gold successes (other)
- Picture Gallery: Martineau Gardens (other)
- Rights Respecting School (other)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 2 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- 77
- Boys
- 36
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 9.50
- Open date
- 2012-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 77 | 36 | 41 | 9.50 | |
2024-09-11 | 73 | 42 | 31 | 20.00 | |
2023-09-11 | 74 | 40 | 34 | 20.00 | |
2022-09-11 | 74 | 40 | 34 | 20.00 | |
2021-09-11 | 83 | 49 | 34 | 16.70 | |
2020-09-11 | 76 | 38 | 38 | 2.80 |
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