40 Years of Busy Bees

WELCOME TO BUSY BEES

Nursery in
Sevenoaks

Rated Good by Ofsted

5 Reviews

Busy Bees

READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEPS?

Book your visit today Use our funding calculator

New parent? Call 0330 333 8133

Existing parent? Call 01732 450466

Opening Times:

From 07:30 to 18:15 Mon - Fri

Whether your child enjoys exciting outdoor play or stimulating sensory activities, there is something for everyone at Busy Bees nursery in Sevenoaks.  

Our caring and supportive staff have you child’s development and wellbeing front of mind, which is just one of the reasons why parents and children love our Sevenoaks nursery. 

With rotating resources and activities, there is never a dull moment in the day. At Busy Bees, we follow the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) Framework, to ensure all of the children in our care are developing consistently, ready for the next big stage of their education journey. And what’s better, it’s always fun! 

Get regular updates from your child’s key worker, making sure you never miss a moment or milestone with our ParentZone App. This, alongside friendly chats at collection and drop off will assure you that your child is having the best time while at our Sevenoaks day nursery.  

We understand that each child is different, and each develop at a different pace. Our nursery boasts several rooms, each of which are tailored to different age groups and developmental stages.  

We can’t wait to welcome you into the Busy Bees family! Learn more about the facilities, the exact location and book a visit to Busy Bees Sevenoaks now.  

Pebble flexible childcare at Busy Bees at Sevenoaks

We understand that parents and carers lead busy lives, and we want to do everything possible to help. That’s why Busy Bees at Sevenoaks offers the flexibility of booking additional sessions for when you need them.​ Find out more about our nursery session booking app, Pebble.

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Busy Bees

Busy Bees at Sevenoaks

1 St.John's Road

Sevenoaks

Kent

TN13 3LR

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Melissa Seabrook - Centre Director

Melissa Seabrook

Centre Director

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Nursery Facilities at Busy Bees at Sevenoaks

Here's a snapshot of just some of the wonderful facilities we offer at our Day Nursery in Sevenoaks. Click on each facility to find out more.

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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 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 3 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.

ParentZone
We keep families informed through ParentZone, an online learning journal platform, which can be accessed via a smartphone app.

UP
Exclusive to Busy Bees, UP is a learning and development app used by educators in our nursery and parents at home. Search ‘UP by Busy Bees’ on the app store to find out more.

Book Extra Sessions Online
We offer online booking for extra ad-hoc sessions at this nursery with Pebble.

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Food at Busy Bees at Sevenoaks

The fees you pay are inclusive of all meals, drinks and snacks, which are prepared on site by our nursery chef. We understand that it can be tricky to get children to eat the right things, which is why our chefs come up with inventive menus to ensure little tummies are always full! 

If you child suffers from any allergies or dietary requirements, please contact the Centre Director who will discuss other safe and delicious alternatives.  

Get a taste of what your child might eat in a day while at our nursery in Sevenoaks: 

Breakfast

Seasonal fresh fruit with a selection of cereal or porridge. 

Morning Snack

Seasonal fresh fruit, wholemeal toast or other baked good, with a drink of either milk or water. 

Lunch

Salmon or Veggie fingers with peas and wedges, followed by fruit and sultanas with a drink of water. 

Afternoon Snack

Seasonal fresh fruit or vegetable sticks, with a drink of either milk or water. 

Early Evening Snack

Wraps with a variety of fillings, served with tomato wedges followed by yoghurt and seasonal fruit, with a drink of water. 

Want to learn more about how we encourage healthy eating and read our NHS accredited menu in full? Click the link below to learn more. 

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Our Fees

We believe in an open and transparent approach to nursery fees, offering a range of booking patterns to parents looking for flexible childcare in Sevenoaks.

Many of our nurseries work with the Government’s 30 hours funded childcare scheme for three-and-four-year-olds. More helpful information on this can be found on our Funding Options page, or alternatively, the Centre Director is happy to discuss options. 

Click the button below for weekly, daily and session rates for our exceptional childcare. 

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Preparing for School

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 Sevenoaks 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.

Busy Bees Nursery Sevenoaks Location

Located a stone’s throw from Sevenoaks Hospital and the centre of Sevenoaks, our nursery is conveniently located for parents travelling from surrounding areas.  

Our handy on-site car parking offers a safe space for collection and drop off of your child, and for parents arriving on foot there is also a buggy store.

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Book a Tour

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 Sevenoaks. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery Sevenoaks for yourself.

Reviews

Georgie C.

21/02/2024

"Our son absolutely loves Busy Bees, he goes four times a week and runs in everyday! We’ve noticed so much development with his speech and playing and are so happy with our choice of the Sevenoaks branch. "


Caroline M.

17/10/2023

"Excellent staff. Caring and reliable."


Laura M.

05/08/2022

"Both my children go here and they both love it. The staff are nice and the premises is very clean "


Elizabeth S.

22/09/2021

"Both my children are extremely happy here! My eldest thrived in it’s preschool creativity, he loved it and my youngest is so excited to go into nursery every day! The staff are very caring and supportive. A great team. "


David B.

02/09/2021

"Our kids loved every minute :-)"