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Weoley Castle Nursery School

Birmingham, B29 5QDNurseryAges 2–5MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
Jun 2024
KS2 Results
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Competition
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About Weoley Castle Nursery School

Weoley Castle Nursery School is a state-funded nursery in Birmingham that currently has 191 children on roll, which is a significant number for a school catering to ages two to five. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 13.2%, a figure that gives some indication of the socio-economic mix of the intake. In the context of Birmingham, where there are 27 state nursery schools in total, 17 of which hold an Outstanding rating, Weoley Castle is clearly part of a strong local cohort. The school is oversubscribed, with admission information showing it is a popular choice for families in the area. This demand is understandable given its consistent track record, and it suggests that securing a place can be competitive. The school is mixed gender and has no religious character, making it a straightforward option for families of all backgrounds.

Key Details

School TypeNursery (State)
Age Range2 to 5 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
Address109 Weoley Castle Road, Birmingham, Birmingham, B29 5QD
HeadteacherLesley Harris
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Number of Pupils191
Free School Meals (FSM)13.2%
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

19 Jun 2024
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Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Latest monitoring visit (19 Jun 2024): School remains Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 21 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

4
Dining HallArt StudiosForest SchoolChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

4

Sports

GymnasticsSwimmingDance

Clubs & Activities

Eco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

AutismSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Weoley Castle Nursery School has been rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted. This means the school provides an exceptional quality of education, and pupils thrive both academically and personally.