Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Oxford

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At Busy Bees Oxford, located in Littlemore, we provide the perfect setting to ensure your child learns, develops and thrives throughout their childhood journey.

If you’re looking for the perfect nursery in Oxford to support and nurture your child, then our nursery is the right choice for your baby through to preschooler.

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Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Oxford
Nursery Facilities

Our spacious nursery can provide a dedicated learning environment across age groups and development stages, and activities we organise are planned in line with the Bee Curious curriculum which makes the journey from nursery and pre-school to primary education a seamless one. We also boast an exceptional outdoor space for learning and playing.

At our Littlemore nursery there are spaces available for a range of ages and government funding options. We’re so excited to welcome new children into our Oxford based nursery.

You can find our purpose-built centre just a four-minute drive away from Oxford United's Kassam Stadium and the Oxford Science Park. Situated on Armstrong Road, Littlemore, our nursery is within driving distance of a Tesco Superstore and walking distance of a number of cafes for a post-drop-off drink.

We also have our own car parking facilities on-site to meet parents' needs for convenient pick-ups and drop-offs. For those travelling by public transport or on foot, we have a handy all-day buggy store, and our Littlemore nursery is accessible by multiple bus stops.

Book a visit with our experienced Centre Director, allowing you to explore the facilities available and meet the friendly team who would be looking after your little one at Busy Bees Littlemore.

Special things about Oxford

Large outdoor spaces

For your child to explore the garden.

Dedicated sensory room

Which can be used and enjoyed by all children.

Play Street

An exciting area for children to play and discover.

A warm welcome

from our Director

Director

Kirran Sandhu

Hi, my name is Kirran and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees Oxford.

I have always had a passion for childcare and love being part of children's early years journeys. My aim is to give every child the best possible start in life by recognising their individual needs, interests and personalities and helping them feel confident as they learn and grow.

Supporting my team is also a really important part of my role. I am passionate about encouraging everyone to develop their skills and reach their potential, as I believe a happy, confident and well-supported team creates the best environment for children.

Meet the amazing team

Assistant Centre Director

Joanne Jacobs

Room Manager

Emily Knight

Google

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The staff have been amazing with both my child and I. They arr very caring, informative and kind. They genuinely love my child. He has learnt so much being at busy bees and his development has come on leaps and bounds. The food is nutritional and I am always kept up to date with his eating.

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30

6:00

Busy Bees Oxford 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 Oxford 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
Oxford