The 30 Best School in Birmingham

“Great fun, really welcoming and no experience required. Dean was great, encouraging but not pushing anyone to do anything they didn't want to do. Everyone acts every day in real life (sure that Shakespeare said something about that) so why not make it fun! Every Thursday (bar school holidays) with the first lesson being free. What do you have to lose!”

“Our Daughter attended Busy Bees Blythe Valley since she was 10 months old, and has recently graduated Pre-school at the age of 4.5 years. Our daughter has grown into a very kind and caring human who is not afraid to be herself. She continues to thrive academically and socially. All of the staff are wonderful and the culture is brilliant. Nothing is ever too much, and the communication is brilliant, especially during covid. We can't fault the nursery, so much so that we intend to send our 2nd child there. Thank you to all the team at Blythe Valley. A special thank you goes to Frances and Sian for always making our Daughter feel special.”

“My daughter has really enjoyed learning to swim at Newhall school. She has had great teachers and really enjoys going every week. A bit of a late starter at 6 years old, she hasn't felt out of place and has taken to it really well. I learnt with Sue back in the 80s so was thrilled to see her legacy has continued and that there are several local venues to choose from. Highly recommend Sue's Swim School.”

“Jason is a brilliant teacher. My boys previously had drumming lessons at school but they learned more with Jason in 3 weeks than they did in a whole year at school. He is patient, professional and talented. They have both improved massively, as has their enthusiasm and confidence. In their words, "he makes it easy to learn". Would highly recommend!”

“the staff are really amazing, very friendly, always approachable and professional. I highly recommend this preschool for young children in the community!”

“Incredibly communicative and patient guitar teacher. Will offer structured learning based on your music tastes, ensuring personal interest. Having lessons with Lee has really strengthened my motivation to learn guitar. Would recommend!”

“Just finished the first week of my Forest School Training Level 3, and what an incredible week it was!! Thankyou to Afrik and Nick for making learning so much fun, honestly, I left feeling relaxed and so inspired. I could not recommend enough xxxx”

“This is a n amazing school my daughter goes to this school”

“My son started last year in the baby room, he settled in really well. Amazing nursery, very caring, compassionate and attentive staff. Always available to answer any queries and put you at ease. My son loves going there, he has progressed so much and learnt so much. Would highly recommend this place. Thank you for the amazing service @ FoxHollies Russell’s Nursery.”

“love this nursery if only they extended so my children can stay longer, staff are extremely professional friendly trustworthy experienced and caring - always make the effort, always have smiles on their faces my daughter and nephews love their teachers and the nursery will be sending my other 2 children here aswell”

“My daughter Lola recently completed Beginners Acrylics , Builder Gel and Efile training with Joanne. She loved the training from start to finish ! Completing the training has boosted her self confidence. My daughter was able to work at a pace to suit her and she felt very relaxed and engaged throughout. Joanne is a lovely lady an excellent teacher and extremely professional. We would highly recommend. Thanks so much Joanne !”

“Amazing dance school with really friendly and fun group classes for all ages and abilities - children and adults. Fantastic, professional teachers also offering private lessons and wedding dances. A real family vibe with a great social scene.”

“The Running School have been great to work with, Ellie has pushed me beyond my comfort zone to enable the necessary improvements to my technique. I am the second member of the family to experience The Running School and can testify they are great with both adults and children. For anyone considering them, I would highly recommend them!”

“Steve is such an amazing driving instructor. He made feel comfortable and not afraid to make mistakes, helping me to pass my test in just under 6 months. He is so patient and the loveliest driving instructor. Highly recommend!!”

“I passed my driving test today and couldn’t have done it without the help of my instructor, Shakoor. He is professional, patient, and encouraging, and always made me feel confident behind the wheel. I would highly recommend the Arts School of Motoring. Thank you for all your support.”

“my wife recently passed from Rasel school of motoring. He was a very good and experienced instructor. Also he is very polite, supportive and kindhearted person. My wife really benefited from him. I will give him 10/10. Rasel bhai thank you so much from my inside heart.”

“Just wanted to say a big thank you to kal, for helping me to smash my driving test, he hasn’t given up on me he’s a great instructor thank you.”

“The class was fantastic, just like it always is. The instructors are knowledgeable and approachable, making the learning experience enjoyable and engaging. I appreciate how they foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable participating. Additionally, the facilities are well-maintained and create a positive atmosphere for learning.”

“I would highly recommend The School of Black Belts. They are a progressive martial arts school that really focus on developing your child in the skill acquisition required. My son has developed confidence and a real passion for this discipline. The instructors demonstrate a real passion for what they do and make the kids and parents feel part of the SOBB family. My children have been attending the SOBB since 2014 and I would not hesitate in recommending them.”

“They are great with my mini star. She loves going to class and is excited to be given both performing and exam experience at such a young age. Thanks to all the teachers and to the lovely student assistants!”

“Arj is an amazing driving instructor! Always made me feel at ease during my lessons and always gave me the courage to drive well not matter what :). He has always been very patient with me and led me to success in passing my test at my 1st attempt! I cannot thank him enough. One of the best driving instructors around....I recommend him to you all :) xxxx”

“By far the best driving instructor I’ve ever had. After nearly a decade of on-and-off lessons, I finally passed within just a few months of learning with Andy. Calm, incredibly knowledgeable, no-nonsense, and genuinely funny-he creates an atmosphere where you can smash reverse parking and have a laugh at the same time. Andy somehow makes driving lessons not just bearable, but actually enjoyable.Truly top tier!! Thanks so much Andy”

“He is absolutely professional and ensures to fine tune your areas of weakness. So happy having him as my instructor and thankful to him for transforming me into a confident driver on the road. Passed my exam in 2nd attempt because i was confused and could not make in 1st attempt but truly enjoyed entire experience of learning. BIG THANK YOU TAZ! Stay Blessed!”

“I had a really amazing experience learning with John. Apart from being an incredibly nice guy he is an excellent driving instructor. With his instruction I passed first time. I felt the lessons were at an appropriate rate for my progression and I was safe to make mistakes with John’s great reflexes and infinite patience making each mistake a valuable learning opportunity. I couldn’t recommend John any more to some wanting to learn how to drive well and enjoy their time doing it.”

“Fabulous dance school with the pupils at the centre of everything they do. The school has been particularly supportive of both of my children's additional learning needs. They both love attending each week and have had opportunities to complete exams and take part in the bi-annual dance shows”

“Thank you for being a great teacher and with your help my son has passed the 11plus exam. Even after the results were published he was still available to discuss the school options with us. I would highly recommend Feraz to anyone planning to sit the exam.”

“Gracelands is a fantastic nursery. My child has immensely enjoyed his time here. All of the staff are friendly and have each child’s best interests at heart. I have witnessed first hand how the staff go above and beyond to make the children and parents feel happy and comfortable. It is a wonderful setting and the children learn so much in such a short space of time. Thank you to all the staff for everything you have done for us.”

“As a parent finding the right nursery for your child is one of the most stressful things ever. Having a bad experience previously at a different nursery with my eldest two children,I was very apprehensive. After visiting over 10 nurseries a friend recommended Billesley Ark Preschool. I hesitated at first thinking its quite far but gave it a go. After visiting the nursery it ticked most of the boxes that I had in mind. I decided to give it a go. What really impressed me was the settling in sessions and how the staff made it an easy transition. I was very nervous as my child had become very clingly to me and would not let me out of his sight for even a minute. The lovely staff made him feel so comfortable that he enjoyed it. They sent me updates to reassure me.They immediately realised what he activities and toys he enjoyed and made sure that it was available for him. I was amazed at how well he settled in and enjoyed nursery. He looks forward to his nursery sessions everyday and has never refused to go. He always comes home with a smile on his face and happily tells me what he got upto. The communication from the nursery is excellent. I also love that children can bring their own food that they enjoy and are used to. Most nurseries do not allow food from home which can be fustrating for fussy eaters. They provide lots of healthy fruit and even offer breakfast to children which is very generous of them. The staff show alot of love and care for children. I also love that they take the children outside daily to get some fresh air and play. The nursery also has its own minibus that the children have access to. The staff always have well planned activities set out for children to recognise all faiths and events happening such as Chinese New Year, Easter, Eid, Ramadan, mother's day etc. The only regret I have is not sending him here earlier. I would definitely recommend this nursery to every parent. I cannot fault this nursery at all and I am sad that my son's journery with this nursery is coming to an end.”

“Absolutely wonderful bunch of people. My son has drum lessons that he loves. He’s progressing really well and building in confidence. He’s also been to Rock School in the summer two years in a row and also absolutely loves that. Can’t recommend highly enough.”

“Knowledgeable, skilled tutors. They keep you updated on your childs progress. If you request further progress updates or need advice how to support your child, they take time to speak to you in person. Mock exams arranged were very useful so my child experienced exam conditions helping her cope during the exam. Highly effective tuition centre. I would definitely recommend.”