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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Stratford East Village

9.2

Day Nurseries Score
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Extra-curricular-activities
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Looking for a high-quality nursery in East Village, London?

Located on Cheering Lane in East Village, London, Busy Bees at Stratford East Village is a well-established early years setting that has been part of the local community since 2013. Formerly Little Bear’s East Village, the 72-place nursery provides high-quality childcare for children aged three months to five years. Now part of the Busy Bees family, the nursery is beginning an exciting new chapter while continuing the high standards of care families know and trust.

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Stratford East Village
Nursery Facilities

Set within East Village, the former London  Olympic and Paralympic Village, the nursery is purpose-built and thoughtfully designed to support children at every stage of their early development. The setting offers three airy base rooms with direct access to a secure outdoor garden, allowing children to move naturally between indoor and outdoor learning throughout the day. These carefully planned spaces encourage exploration, physical development and curiosity, helping children learn through play in an environment that feels both inspiring and safe.

At the heart of Busy Bees at East Village is a dedicated and experienced team, including long-serving staff who build strong, trusting relationships with both children and their families. Working in close partnership with parents, the team creates a warm and inclusive nursery community where every child is supported as an individual and encouraged to grow in confidence and independence.

You'll find us in East Village, the vibrant neighbourhood built from London's 2012 Olympic Village.  Our nursery on Cheering Lane is surrounded by well-connected communities with Stratford International DLR station just a four-minute walk away, and Stratford station itself is close by.

We have easy access to the Central line, the Elizabeth line, London Overground, and more services, putting central London all within easy reach. 

Westfield Stratford City and the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park are both also on the doorstep.

We would love to welcome you to visit Busy Bees at East Village, meet our friendly team and explore our wonderful nursery environment. Book a visit today and discover how Busy Bees can support your family.
 

Special things about Stratford East Village

Spacious outdoor area

Spacious outdoor area

A large garden for amazing outdoor learning.

Unique to

Stratford East Village

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups.

Unique to

Stratford East Village

Extra Curricular Activities

Extra Curricular Activities

Including Football, Jo Jingles singing & story telling sessions

Unique to

Stratford East Village

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Sehar Lakhani

Hi my name is Sehar Lakani and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees at Stratford East Village.

With over eight years of international experience in Early Childhood Education across Europe and Asia, I bring a diverse and inclusive perspective to my role as Nursery Centre Director. Holding a degree in Education and research in Early Childhood Education and Development (ECED), I am passionate about creating welcoming environments where every child feels valued and supported.

I strongly believe that every child is unique, and their learning experiences should nurture their individual curiosity and interests. Through a holistic, play-based approach, I support children in developing confidence, independence, and a love for learning. Known for my warm and approachable nature, I thrive on building strong relationships with children and families while fostering a positive, multicultural nursery community.
 

Meet the amazing team

Sana Hussain

Assistant Centre Director

Sana Hussain

Viktoria Balowska

Early Years Educator

Viktoria Balowska

Elouise Bicarr

Early Years Educator

Elouise Bicarr

Reviews

What
Stratford East Village
parents say

Day Nurseries

9.2

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:30
PM

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

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Stratford East 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.

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

Curriculum

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.

Expertly

developed

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

Playfully

taught

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

A head start

in life

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 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.

Childcare at Busy Bees

Childcare funding

Funding and fees

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.

Funding Eligibility

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Stratford East Village

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

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

Bee with a bowl of snacks

Breakfast

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

Bee reading a book

Morning time

9am — 12pm

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.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

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

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Bee gardening with a watering can

Afternoon
Activities

2pm — 5pm

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.

Two bees flying together

Wrap up
and home time

until 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

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

Bee with a bowl of snacks

Breakfast

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

Bee reading a book

Morning time

9am — 12pm

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.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

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

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Bee gardening with a watering can

Afternoon
Activities

2pm — 5pm

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.

Two bees flying together

Wrap up
and home time

until 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

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.

See our food & menu

Track Progress

Our mobile App

Busy Bees

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

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