Childcare in Shirley - Active Angels Day Nursery

Welcome to
Active Angels

Home from Home Approach, Where Families Matter

Active Angels Private Day Nursery is open Monday-Friday 7.30am – 5:30pm (Excl Bank Holiday’s and Christmas Week).

The premises offers a Large Private Car Park in addition to being set on 6 acres of Countryside Beauty within the stunning suburbs of Shirley, Solihull.

The nursery was set up in April 2006 by Managing Director Lisa Hill and is fully OFSTED Registered (Rated OUTSTANDING August 2024) in addition to holding a 5* Food Hygiene Rating for the past 18 years. The nursery prides itself on providing a ‘home from home’ environment for all children ranging from 0-5 years, and is ran by a large team of experienced staff including: A hands on Director, A Strong Leader’s & Management Team, Level 2 & 3 Qualified Staff, Support Staff and a private Kitchen Chef. All staff are Paediatric First Aid Trained and we are delighted to state that 75% of our staff have been with us for 5 years +.

“We’re proud to share that in September 2025, we achieved a 5-star Environmental Food Hygiene rating, reflecting our commitment to exceptional cleanliness, safety, and care in everything we do.”

Testimonials

“Our little boy started in the Baby Room at just nine months old, and the care he’s received from Erin, Hailey, and Sophie has been unbelievable. They treat him like one of their own, always comforting him, providing reassurance, and making sure he feels secure. His development has come on so much with their sensory play sessions and singing time.
Management—Laura, Katie, and Lisa—are always friendly, approachable, and quick to answer any questions. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to start his nursery journey.”

Ofsted 2025

“From the moment we joined Active Angels, it was clear that Lisa, as Director, is the heart of the nursery. Her passion for creating a safe, nurturing, and truly child-centred environment shines through in everything she does. She is always visible, always approachable, and always willing to take time to listen to parents. Her leadership sets the tone for the entire nursery—warm, professional, and incredibly supportive. You can tell that the high standards of care across every room come directly from her commitment to excellence. We feel so confident leaving our child at Active Angels, and that trust is largely thanks to Lisa’s dedication and the wonderful atmosphere she has built.”

Ofsted 2025

“Our son attends Preschool, and the team, Lala, Shanice, and Tyra have helped him grow into a confident, school-ready little boy. They do so many thoughtful activities and always encourage curiosity. He talks about his teachers every day, which shows how safe and supported he feels. A huge thank you as well to Laura, Katie, and Lisa for creating such a warm, well-organised environment.”

Ofsted 2025

“Our daughter moved from the Baby Room to Cherubs, and the transition was seamless thanks to the amazing staff across both rooms. Her key worker Erin built her confidence with such gentle care, and when she moved to Cherubs, Lakveer made her feel right at home.”

Ofsted 2025

“As our son prepares to start school, we’re so grateful for the incredible support from the Preschool team. They have worked so hard to help him with writing his name, recognising letters, and building social skills. He absolutely loves the structured learning and fun activities they plan.”

Ofsted 2025

“Our daughter is in the Cherubs room, and the progress she’s made has amazed us. Lauren is incredible with the toddlers, she always has creative activities ready and really supports their independence. We love how she communicates with us daily, sharing little achievements or funny moments on the EY Platform.”

Ofsted 2025

“From day one, Laura has made us feel completely supported and reassured. She always greets families with a smile, takes time to answer any questions, and genuinely listens to any worries we might have. Her calm, organised approach makes the nursery run so smoothly, and you can tell she truly cares about every child’s wellbeing. Whether she’s helping with transitions between rooms, giving updates on our child’s day, or simply offering encouragement, Laura brings so much warmth and professionalism. We’re so grateful for everything she does”.

Ofsted 2025

“Katie has been amazing from the very first time we met her back in January. She’s warm, approachable, and always ready to help. Her communication is brilliant, and she makes us feel completely at ease every day. It’s clear she genuinely cares about the children and keeps everything running smoothly. We’re so grateful for her support.”

Ofsted 2025

“Manjit is wonderful. The meals she prepares are always nutritious, fresh, and full of variety, our child eats things at nursery they won’t even try at home! She puts so much care into every dish, and it really shows. We love how she caters to different dietary needs with kindness and attention. Manjit truly helps make Active Angels feel like a home from home.”

Ofsted 2025

“Shanice has been incredible in helping our child with their speech and language. When they first joined Preschool, they were shy and struggled to express themselves, but Shanice worked with them patiently every single day. Through fun activities, one-to-one time, and lots of encouragement, she brought out their confidence and helped their speech improve more than we ever expected. We’re so grateful for the care and dedication she’s shown, our child comes home chatting away, and that progress is all thanks to Shanice’s support.”

Ofsted 2025