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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Sevenoaks Riverhead

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

9.9

Day Nurseries Score

Discover nurturing, expert-led childcare at Busy Bees Sevenoaks, our bright, spacious centre where everything is designed with wonder and exploration in mind.

At Busy Bees Sevenoaks, your little one will engage with a diverse range of activities designed to spark their curiosity, build their confidence, and support their transition to full-time education.

 

Busy Bees
Sevenoaks Riverhead
Nursery Facilities

Busy Bees Sevenoaks can be found at Walker House, on London Road, in the Riverhead area of town.

We cater to preschool children of all ages from zero to five with dedicated rooms packed with age-appropriate toys, games, and activities. (I.e. everything they need to thrive!)

Whether they're feeding their inner artist at an arts and crafts table, sharpening their minds (and coordination!) with puzzles, or tearing around our secure outdoor play area, your little one will always find something to do.

Our expert team are passionate about tailoring unique experiences for children, and pride themselves on cultivating a friendly, engaging environment. But it isn't just play. During their time at our nursery in Sevenoaks, your child will benefit from our expert-designed, science-backed Bee Curious curriculum, as part of which they'll get to grips with the basics of literacy, mathematics, expressive art and design, and understanding the natural world.

Busy Bees Sevenoaks is overseen by Centre Director Bryony Mealin-Holmes, who pours over twenty-five years of childcare experience into every interaction and is dedicated to giving children the head start they deserve.

We're a 10-minute drive from the town centre, and you'll enjoy ample on-site parking, making drop-off and pick-up a breeze. Commuting by rail? No problem. We're a 15-minute walk from Dunton Green Station, which sits on the South Eastern Main Line.

Want to see Busy Bees Sevenoaks for yourself? Book a visit today. Bryony and the team will be happy to show you (and your little one!) around and answer any questions you may have, no matter how small.

Special things about Sevenoaks Riverhead

Spacious outdoor area

Spacious outdoor area

A large garden for amazing outdoor learning opportunities.

Extra Curricular Activities

Extra Curricular Activities

Including exciting Kick Off sessions.

Conviniently located

Conviniently located

Within easy reach local transport networks. 

A warm welcome

from our Director
 - Centre Director

Director

Bryony Mealin-Holmes

Hello, I am Bryony and am the Centre Director for Busy Bees in Riverhead.

I have worked in Early Years since 1999 and have been at this nursery since April 2008 progressing to become Centre Director during this time, completing the relevant training needs to meet the requirement as Centre Director.

I love working at the nursery and have a passion to maintain excellent standards working alongside my team. I have a beautiful daughter called Scarlet who also joined me on her nursery adventure here before going on to school.

Meet the amazing team

Lauren Collin

Assistant Centre Director

Lauren Collin

Claire Salter

Deputy Assistant Centre Director

Claire Salter

Reviews

What
Sevenoaks Riverhead
parents say

My daughter loves going to Busy Bees. She wakes up excited every morning and spends her weekends asking if she’s going—it’s the highlight of her week.

We’ve had a great experience with our little boy at this nursery. All of the staff are just wonderful.

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Sevenoaks Riverhead operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 6:00 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 51 weeks a year, Busy Bees Sevenoaks Riverhead 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

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 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.

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.

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Sevenoaks Riverhead

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 8:00am

Children arrive from 8:00am 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 6:00pm

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

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 8:00am

Children arrive from 8:00am 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 6:00pm

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.

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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