Osborne Nursery School, Birmingham
Osborne Nursery School is a nursery school for pupils aged 2 to 4 in Birmingham. It was rated Good at its last graded Ofsted inspection, in September 2012. Ofsted's ungraded inspection in May 2023 did not change this grade.
- Ofsted
- Good (2012)
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Osborne Nursery School in detail
Osborne Nursery School in its own words
In its own words: "Our children at Osborne Nursery School will all reach their full potential, have well developed social skills and be ready for the next stage of their learning journey."
Vision and values (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Who goes there
22.6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, and 66.9% speak English as an additional language, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Black (46%), Asian (26%) and White British (16%).
In 2026, 14 pupils (11.3%) received SEN support and 1 (0.8%) had an education, health and care plan. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Erdington Rail Station, about 180 metres away (roughly a 2-minute walk).
19 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Edwards Road (before), 90 metres away.
The area around the school
Measured by the 2025 English Indices of Deprivation, the neighbourhood Osborne Nursery School stands in is among the 10% most deprived neighbourhoods in England. This describes where the school is, not where its pupils live.
Sources: DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 3 years agoThis judgement is from September 2012, 14 years ago, longer than Ofsted's usual 4-year cycle: the school may have changed since.
Overall
Latest (ungraded) inspection: The school remains Good.
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's May 2023 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Osborne Nursery School excels at making children feel cared for and safe while encouraging their natural curiosity to learn. Staff take time to understand each child's individual needs and interests, adapting activities to keep them engaged. Parents consistently praise the nurturing environment and the school's commitment to supporting every child, including those needing extra help.
Key Strengths
- Staff adapt teaching based on children's interests and curiosities, helping them learn effectively
- Strong focus on communication and language skills across all activities, including forest school
- All children, including those with SEND, are well supported with tailored help such as the newly created sensory room
- Children develop independence and good behaviour through clear expectations and sensitive support
- Diverse, inclusive curriculum that teaches children about different backgrounds and cultures
Areas for Improvement
- Staff do not always revisit and extend teaching points during independent learning and play time, missing opportunities to consolidate earlier learning
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff building strong relationships with parents, knowing how to report concerns, and teaching children to manage risks safely.
Extracurricular Activities
Forest school
Osborne Nursery School continues to be a good school where children learn and play in clean, inviting environments with caring staff who know each child's needs well.
At a Glance
22.6%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby nursery schools
Keep up with Osborne Nursery School
Getting There
Train Stations
Bus Stops
Free school transport
Check free transport to Osborne Nursery School from your postcode →
You apply to the council where you live. Osborne Nursery School is in Birmingham; for families living there:
- How to apply: Travel passes for 5 to 16 year olds
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 75
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 14
- Children hurt
- 15
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 75 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 14 serious and 60 slight.
15 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 6 on foot and 9 in a vehicle or otherwise.
10 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Birmingham is 41 (the median across 517 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
Area Demand Pressure - Birmingham
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Birmingham
Across Birmingham council
Places available
14,956
Applications
14,483
Got 1st preference
75.7%
Got preferred school
97.4%
All secondary applications across Birmingham council (2026/27), not just this school.
Inspection History(7)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
14
SEN Support
1
EHC Plans
12.1%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
124
Total Pupils
69
Boys
55
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
3
Teachers
41.3:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£62,409
Mean salary
2026 data
Questions parents ask about Osborne Nursery School
What is Osborne Nursery School's Ofsted rating?
Osborne Nursery School's most recent Ofsted inspection, in May 2023, was ungraded, so it gave no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in September 2012, it was rated Good.
What is the catchment area for Osborne Nursery School?
No fixed boundary. When Osborne Nursery School is oversubscribed, Birmingham allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
How many pupils go to Osborne Nursery School?
Osborne Nursery School has around 124 pupils on roll. 23% are eligible for free school meals.
How do I apply to Osborne Nursery School?
Apply through Birmingham's coordinated admissions process, naming Osborne Nursery School on your application. The national closing date in England is 31 October for secondary places and 15 January for primary places, in the year before your child starts.
How many road collisions happen near Osborne Nursery School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 75 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 14 serious and 60 slight. 15 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt: 6 on foot and 9 in a vehicle or otherwise. 10 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Birmingham is 41 (the median across 517 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Osborne Nursery School?
Osborne Nursery School is at Station Road, Erdington, Birmingham, West Midlands, B23 6UB.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)