New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01189 695 545
New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01189 695 545
From 07:30 to 18:30 Mon - Fri
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Discover a cosy and captivating experience for your little one at Busy Bees Holme Park, our custom-designed nursery in Sonning, bursting with engaging activities designed to spark their curiosity and prepare them for the future.
Our mission is to give your little one the headstart they deserve, through a mixture of free play and structured activities designed to nurture their talents and hone the skills they’ll need to thrive in full-time education.
We don’t believe in a rinse-repeat approach, and our team carefully curate and rotate activities so that your child enjoys a well-rounded experience, packed with wonder and joy.
Whether they’re curled up in a reading corner, feeding their inner artist at a craft table, or discovering the world through role play, your little one will always find something fun to do—all under the watchful eye of our expert team.
And if they’re the energetic type, they’ll love our huge outdoor area, which is equipped with a variety of age-appropriate apparatus, perfect for getting a daily dose of play and developing their physical skills.
Our Holme Park day nursery is overseen by Centre Director Nicole Kelly, who channels her childcare know-how into cultivating a nurturing experience that your little one will love.
Want to see Busy Bees Holme Park for yourself? Book a visit today. Nicole and the team will be happy to give you a tour and answer any questions you may have.
Need another location? No drama. Check our list of nurseries in Reading to find the right spot for your family.
We understand that parents and carers lead busy lives, and we want to do everything possible to help. That’s why Busy Bees Holme Park Day Nursery offers the flexibility of booking additional sessions for when you need them. Find out more about our nursery session booking app, Pebble.
Sonning
Reading, Berkshire
Down Holme Park Farm Lane next to Rugby Club
RG4 6ST
Here's a snapshot of just some of the wonderful facilities we offer at our Day Nursery in Reading. Click on each facility to find out more.
Car Parking
We offer ample parking on-site for your safety and convenience.
Buggy store
A safe place to store your pram while visiting the nursery.
CCTV
Our nursery is fitted with CCTV for the safety and security of our team and the children in our care.
Secure Access
Our entrance ways are fitted with an intercom system and all access points are safe and secure.
Nappies and Wipes inclusive
Fees are all-inclusive to include nappies and wipes.
Formula Milk provided
Fees are inclusive to include formula milk if required.
Meals and Snacks Provided
All meals, drinks and snacks are prepared on-site by our chef and are NHS accredited.
Outdoor Facilities
Our outdoor environment offers space to explore and take safe risks with the support of our team, aiding child development.
Sensory Room
Our Sensory Room is a relaxing space providing a unique sensory experience with activities and equipment to explore, engaging and stimulating children’s senses.
Parent Room
Our parent room is a dedicated safe space for us to get to know your family and you to speak in confidence with our nursery team about your child's nursery life.
Smart Board
Our Interactive Smart Board is used daily to bring learning to life and provides children with a hands-on approach with technology.
Funded Childcare
We offer government funded places for children aged 9 months to 4 years, please speak to the Centre Director for more information.
Teacher
We have a fully qualified Teacher in our pre-school room who delivers exciting learning opportunities, whilst ensuring statutory and legal welfare requirements are met for every child.
Foundation Class
The foundation class nurtures each child's natural curiosity within a structured framework providing pre-school children with an early introduction to school life.
Book Extra Sessions Online
We offer online booking for extra ad-hoc sessions at this nursery with Pebble.
Busy Bees App
Get daily updates on your child's day, from meals and naps to magical moments, all in a secure personalised news feed. Share in the joy with photos, videos, and two-way messaging that keeps you connected, wherever you are.
At our nursery in Sonning, our fees are inclusive of all meals, drinks and snacks which are prepared on-site by our nursery chef. If your child has any specific dietary requirements or allergies, please contact the Centre Director who will be happy to discuss other delicious alternatives for your child.
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We believe in an open and transparent approach to nursery fees. Click the button below for weekly, daily, and session rates for our exceptional childcare.
Did you know Busy Bees also offers government-funded childcare? If eligible, you could be entitled to up to 570 or 1140 hours of funded childcare, depending on your eligibility and your child's age, each year for your child. Find out more on our 'Funding Options' page. Or alternatively, speak to your Centre Director to learn more.
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In order to best prepare the children for the next big chapter of their lives, Busy Bees do all that they can to support and celebrate the transition. All of the planned activities and experiences which take place within our Busy Bees Nursery in Reading are designed to provide a foundation of skills that will help them grow in becoming confident and capable learners.
Learn more about how we support the journey from nursery to school by taking a look at our "My Journey to School Tracker". To read more and learn about the other ways our expert team supports the transition to school level, take a look at our Starting School page.
We’re conveniently located on Holme Park Farm Road, just a 10-minute drive from the heart of Reading, making us perfect for families living and working in the city.
Arriving by car? We’ve got ample on-site parking, making drop-offs and pick-ups a breeze.
Arriving via public transport? There’s a bus stop nearby on Holme Park Farm Lane, serving routes 127, 128 and 129.
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Our friendly, expert team of staff are always happy to welcome you and your child for a tour of the facilities on offer at our nursery in Reading. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery Reading for yourself.
Our daughter has been going to Busy Bees since August last year when she turned 1. She's so happy there and gets excited to go. She eats well, sleeps well and does varied activities throughout her time - whether it be music, drawing, reading or using the play equipment outside. She's a very confident little girl and I know in part this is to do with the interaction she has at Busy Bees. She adores her key worker and is very fond of several others and will always try and have a cuddle. I get a daily update through the app and when I pick her up and the communication is great. We really couldn't be happier with the care she gets and all the staff are great.
Show more31/03/2025 - Trustpilot
ViewWe were very nervous sending our twins into day care. I have to say from our initial visit and from the twins starting, we knew this would be the best place for them. All the staff have been very welcoming, kind and loving. The space at the nursery and car park is open and has a good access. The twins love going into the nursery and always happy at pick up time. I feel very comfortable they are in safe hands. The learning for my twins has been exceptional. My son went from not saying many words to now singing nursery rhymes and counting numbers. My daughter has started sentences and they both communicate very well. The cleanliness and may play options and interactive learning makes both the twins so excited.
Show more16/01/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy daughter has been going to Busy Bees Holme Park Day Nursery for two years now and loves it. The staff create a really safe and nurturing environment for the children - they really care about each child and get to know them all really well. There is lots of outdoor play, creative activities, reading, songs and more so, I know that she is having a fun-filled day whilst I'm at work. Would recommend this nursery.
Show more04/10/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewLovely nursery. The staff here are all very knowledgeable and friendly, helping to create a comforting atmosphere. Our daughter has been attending since she was 8 months old and loves going into the nursery, she eats well and enjoys all the fun activities provided.
Show more10/05/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewAn excellent nursery with great staff and long opening hours. The staff are friendly and engaged and our son loves going in every day to see his teachers and friends. As our son has moved between the different rooms he has really grown and developed in part due to the fun and safe activities provided each day. We cannot believe how well his phonics, self care and numeracy have progressed to get him ready for school. I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent.
Show more30/10/2023 - Day Nurseries
ViewOur son has really enjoyed being at busy bees. The staff are dedicated and friendly. They do a range of fun activities throughout the day and we cannot believe how well the fun activities And staff have helped him develop and grow as well as learn phonics and maths ready school. Would highly recommend this nursery to any parent.
Show more19/10/2023 - Google
ViewThe staff at Busy Bees create such a happy environment for the children. Our son very much enjoys going to nursery and we are confident he is safe and happy at Busy Bees. The nursery is a great size whereby it is not too large and noisy, however, there are plenty of children there so it is still very sociable.
Show more08/06/2023 - Day Nurseries
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