Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Sunderland, Ryhope Village

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At Busy Bees Sunderland Ryhope Village, we provide a welcoming environment where children from birth to five years can learn, play and thrive. Our purpose-built nursery offers dedicated spaces for each age group, helping children feel secure and supported as they grow.

Our caring team take the time to get to know every child, building strong relationships and supporting their individual development. With a dedicated key person for every child, families can feel confident that their little one’s care, learning and wellbeing are closely supported.

Book visit Bee curious curriculum

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Busy Bees
Sunderland, Ryhope Village
Nursery Facilities

Our five nursery rooms have been thoughtfully designed around different ages and stages of development, creating engaging spaces where children can explore, learn and develop through play. Each room also has its own dedicated garden, giving children easy access to outdoor learning and opportunities to enjoy fresh air throughout the day.

Located within Ryhope Village, our nursery sits between St Paul’s School and Ryhope Engines Museum, making it a convenient choice for families in the local community. Our setting provides a welcoming base for children to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning during their early years.

We’d love to welcome you and your family to Busy Bees Sunderland Ryhope Village. Book a visit to explore our nursery, meet our friendly team and discover what we have to offer.

Not sure if Busy Bees Sunderland Ryhope Village is right for your family? Explore our Nurseries in Sunderland to discover other Busy Bees locations in the area.

Special things about Sunderland, Ryhope Village

Long-standing team

Experienced staff providing familiar faces and continuity.

Fantastic outdoor area

Plenty of space for outdoor play and exploration.

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups.

A warm welcome

from our Director

Director

Katrina Miller

Hello, my name is Katrina Miller and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees at Sunderland Ryhope Village.

Here at our centre, we create a caring and nurturing environment where children can feel happy, secure and at home. Our team provides a variety of exciting experiences that encourage children to explore, learn through play and develop their confidence and independence.

We value the relationships we build with families and work together to ensure every child feels supported, listened to and settled throughout their time with us.

I look forward to welcoming you and your child and sharing in the exciting first steps of their learning journey.

Meet the amazing team

Assistant Centre Director

Hollie McTomney

Senior Room Manager

Lisa Drew

Chef

Claire Cooper

Ofsted

Google

5 /5

Ryhope busy bees have been patient and kind to my boy who really struggled to settle into nursery. By adapting his days initially and working together with us and our little one they have managed to settle Toby beautifully into nursery. We love seeing the updates online throughout the day which offers us reassurance especially in the early days of getting him to settle. Thank you to all the team for your hard work, patience & kindness.

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30

6:00

Busy Bees Sunderland, Ryhope Village operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 6:00 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Sunderland, Ryhope Village helps support families around the demands of work and everyday life.

We look forward to working with you to create a plan that suits your family.

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SAFETY AND SAFEGUARDING

We take pride in our safeguarding policies

Safety and safeguarding are at the heart of everything we do, and your child's safety is our highest priority. Our policies and procedures are designed to ensure every child in our care is safe, supported and well looked after.

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Award-Winning Safeguarding Standards recognising our commitment to protecting children across the UK

A dedicated Safety and Safeguarding Team with decades of experience, led by an industry-recognised leadership team

ISO 45001 certification supported by robust policies and procedures to help protect every child in our care

Thorough recruitment processes including enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive referencing, before joining Busy Bees

Carefully managed drop-off and collection procedures and sign out with controlled entry

Paediatric first aid trained staff in every nursery

A safe, supportive environment and a dedicated "speak up" service, where team members can confidentially report concerns 24/7, 365 days a year, through a variety of channels, without fear of retaliation

Curriculum and education

Giving your child the best start in life

Our Bee Curious curriculum is at the heart of everything we do, helping your child grow in a safe and nurturing environment.

Centred around your child's interests and pace, we combine purposeful play with a carefully designed curriculum that fosters curiosity and confidence. Bee Curious guides every moment in our nursery, from caring routines to planned activities, placing the unique child and their key person at the heart of learning. From encouraging independence at mealtimes, to supporting friendships in the playground, to celebrating every milestone with enthusiasm, our curriculum sparks a love of learning from the very beginning.

Using our 40 years of industry leading childcare experience, Bee Curious is a blueprint for playful learning. It is:

Developed by industry-leading experts and using over 40 years of global expertise

Based on the latest child behavioural science research and findings

Developed through collaboration with Busy Bees educators across the world

Led by Gill Jones MBE - Busy Bees Group Chief Quality Officer

Alongside structured learning, we encourage your child to express themselves freely and explore the world around them through creative and outdoor experiences that support every area of development. We do this by:

Using role play and storytelling to strengthen communication

Exploring art, music and movement

Learning outdoors in a safe, stimulating environment

Developing physical coordination and confidence

Our teams nurture your child's curiosity and confidence, preparing them not just for school, but for life. We do this by:

Early reading and writing through phonics, storytelling and mark-making activities

Strong number sense through counting, patterns and problem-solving

Hands-on, purposeful play to encourage critical thinking and curiosity.

Strengthening focus and listening skills with guided group learning sessions.

Understanding childcare funding and nursery fees can feel complicated. Our aim is to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible, helping you to find the right options for your family.

Use our funding fees calculator to estimate how your childcare hours could reduce your weekly nursery fees. Before using the calculator, please check which funding you might be eligible for here.

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Children arrive from 7:30am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

Every morning, children are introduced to activities that engage their interest.

Focused sensory activity

Exploring colours and textures

Outdoor exploration

With educators to guide the play.

Snack time

A nutritious snack and/or formula milk (if required) is provided.

A story with calm time or a nap

The children may have one or two naps in the day depending on their home routine and we will always offer these in line with their home life.

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Engaging your child with activities based around our Book of the Moment.

Outdoor guided play

In purposefully themed play spaces.

Tea time

A light evening meal.

Our last available pick up is at 6:00pm.

Children arrive from 7:30am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

Every morning, children are introduced to activities that engage their interest.

Focused learning activity

A warm welcome with a morning song

Snack Time

Age-appropriate sensory or learning activity.

Outdoor learning

Exploration and connection with nature, whatever the weather.

Story time and reflection

A calming period before lunch.

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Engaging your child with activities based around our Book of the Moment.

Curious Mind

Maths, sensory experiences or problem solving.

Tea time

A light evening meal.

Outdoor play

In purposefully themed play spaces.

Our last available pick up is at 6:00pm.

Children and staff sharing a healthy meal at nursery

Food

Our weekly menu

NHS-accredited meals, drinks and snacks available.

Prepared daily by our on-site nursery chef

Variety of fresh ingredients throughout the week

Supports healthy growth and development

NHS-accredited nursery menu; our two seasonal menus are accredited by NHS Startwell, ensuring the food we serve is balanced and offers optimal nutrition.

If your child has any dietary requirements, allergies or cultural preferences, please speak with the Centre Director. Our team will work to ensure safe, suitable alternatives are provided.

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Track Progress

Our mobile App

Throughout the day, keep up to date with your child's progress with our Busy Bees App.

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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Sunderland, Ryhope Village

Busy Bees
Sunderland, Ryhope Village
Nursery Facilities