Erdington

Located to the north of Birmingham’s city centre, Erdington is characterised by many outer-city housing estates, with an area history that is well worth a read.

Erdington district covers the wards of Castle Vale, Erdington, Graveley Hill, Kingstanding, part of Oscott, Perry Common, Pype Hayes, and Stockland Green.

Erdington is part of the BEYN North Cluster of districts.

Erdington Facts

Did you know…

The famous Spaghetti Junction (opened in 1972) can be found in Erdington. It gained its name thanks to the complexity of its roads.

Until 1971, Erdington was home to the well-known rock venue Mothers, which hosted artists such as The Who, Pink Floyd, and Led Zeppelin. Local bands included
The Moody Blues.

Fort Dunlop, home of Dunlop Rubber, was situated in Erdington.
The building has now been redeveloped with the nearby Fort Shopping Park named after it.

How it works

Each district has a dedicated Steering Group made up of representatives (maximum of 10) from across the early years sector, who meet twice a year. 


The District Steering Group has a core membership of five people who attend every meeting, comprising: 

  • One of the BEYN Strategic Cluster Leads/Early Education Advisors 

  • One of the named District Early Years Consultants 

  • At least one representative from
    the PVI sector 

  • At least one representative from
    a Primary School 

  • At least one representative from
    the District Family Hub 


With up to five additional members, representing: 

  • Childminders

  • Maintained Nursery Schools

  • Out-of-School provision

  • Special Schools 


District Steering Groups are also supported by city-wide representatives from: 

  • Area SENCO Team

  • BCC Early Years & Childcare Service

  • Further and Higher Education

  • HEART Midlands Early Years Stronger Practice Hub

  • Occupational Therapists

  • Speech & Language Therapists

  • Startwell  

Who’s Who in Erdington

Strategic Cluster Leads: Christina Meakin and Sharon Eeles

BEYN Early Education Advisors: Louisa Sparke (Lead), Danielle Banner, Natalie Phillips

BCC Early Years Consultant: Nicole Bennett

Area SENCO: Becky Sperrink

District Representative on EY Forum: Sharon Eeles

For district-related enquiries, contact
us and we will ensure your message reaches the appropriate person.

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Graphic mock-up showing the Erdington District Data Profile and City-wide Data Profile

All about Erdington

The Erdington District Data Profile provides insight into local trends. You can download and use the profile to help you plan thoughtfully and strengthen outcomes for children. 

We also use this data to guide our planning so we can focus on what will make the biggest difference. 

Download Erdington District Profile