New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01235 773350
New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01235 773350
From 07:30 to 18:00 Mon - Fri
Say hello to Bee Curious, our exciting new curriculum! As the UK's only independently evaluated early years curriculum, it fosters a love of learning, giving your child a head start in life.
We’re delighted to share that our nursery is undergoing a refurbishment!
Starting Monday 24th November, our goal is to create an even more inspiring, comfortable, and engaging environment for your little ones to learn and grow.
Throughout the refurbishment, we will continue to operate as normal, ensuring children remain safe, settled, and supported every day. We can’t wait to reveal the improved spaces very soon!
Thank you for your patience and continued trust—wonderful things are on the way!
We understand that parents and carers lead busy lives, and we want to do everything possible to help. That’s why Rockwell House Day Nursery offers the flexibility of booking additional sessions for when you need them. Find out more about our nursery session booking app, Pebble.
Are you looking for excellent childcare in Wantage, where your child can learn, flourish and thrive? Then our Busy Bees Rockwell House Day Nursery could be the perfect choice for you.
We understand that finding quality childcare is a top priority for parents. Which is why we're dedicated to providing exceptional care and education tailored to meet the needs of every child. With a plethora of activities and resources available, there is something on offer for every child to enjoy at our nursery in Wantage.
In addition to our indoor activities, our large garden area offers a perfect setting for outdoor adventures. With supervised play and safe risks, children can experience the wonders of nature and develop their physical skills.
Is your little one getting ready for the next steps in their educational journey? Within our Preschool we provide proactive learning experiences that prepare children for their next key stage. With the support of our dedicated nursery team, they'll be ready to conquer new milestones and challenges with confidence.
You can stay connected and up to date with what your little one is getting up to through our 'ParentZone' app. Through the app you will receive regular updates on your child's progress and stay informed about the exciting adventures they're experiencing at the nursery.
Want to learn more about what we have to offer at our nursery in Wantage and meet the friendly team? Book a visit today and join us in providing your child with a stimulating and enriching experience at Busy Bees Rockwell House Day Nursery in Wantage.
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 8AZ
Here's a snapshot of just some of the wonderful facilities we offer at our Day Nursery in Wantage. 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 Busy Bees Rockwell House Day Nursery, we understand the importance of providing nutritious meals for your little ones. That's why we offer delicious food and drinks filled with goodness throughout the day. Our carefully crafted menus put new twists on childhood favourites while promoting healthy eating. Accredited by NHS Startwell, our seasonal menus provide plenty of opportunities to try something new.
All meals, snacks and drinks are freshly prepared, on-site, each day, by our talented nursery chef. And want to know the very best bit? It is all included in your fees - so, there is no extra cost involved.
Get a taster of what your child might get to enjoy on a typical day at our nursery in Wantage:
Breakfast
Fresh fruit with a selection of cereal or porridge.
Morning Snack
Fresh fruit with wholemeal toast or baked goods, served with a cup of milk or water.
Lunch
Lamb or Quorn dinner served with root vegetable mash, green beans and a cup of water. Followed with pears for dessert.
Afternoon Snack
Fresh fruit or vegetable sticks served with a cup of milk or water.
Early Evening Snack
Mini ploughman's or vegetarian ploughman’s served with chutney and a cup of water. Followed by orange and sultanas for dessert.
Does your child suffer from allergies or have any specific dietary requirements? Speak with the Centre Director who will be happy to discuss other safe and tasty alternatives.
See food menu
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 Wantage 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.
Located in the heart of Wantage on Wallingford Street, you will find Busy Bees Rockwell House Day Nursery in a convenient and accessible location. For commuting families, the A34 is just a 10-minute drive away, and the M4 at Junction 14 is only a 20-minute drive from the nursery. We offer onsite parking, ensuring safe and easy drop-offs and collections if you're arriving by car.
For those using public transport, a bus stop is just a 2-minute walk away on Seesen Way, serving bus routes BB4, NS9, and S9. Whether you're driving or taking public transport, Busy Bees Rockwell House Day Nursery is easily reachable, providing a stress-free journey for you and your little ones.
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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 Wantage. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery Wantage for yourself.
The staff is always smiley and caring. They always take the time to tell you about your child's day telling about all the cute/funny things that happened during the day. They are also very careful in not getting the children dirty which is a great help at the end of the day!
Show more19/11/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy son has been attending Rockwell nursery for over 6 months, its such a welcoming and safe environment. It's clear how much the staff love the children and it's always lovely having the pick up hand over :) We've also seen our son learning and developing so well under their care. We fully recommend Rockwell!
Show more23/05/2024 - Google
ViewAbsolutely amazing nursery, the staff is dedicated above and beyond, helping to make the nursery a truly amazing place. They have several projects ongoing or in planning, they keep on working very hard to keep introducing new initiatives. I cannot thank the team at Rockwell House enough for what they are doing for us and for other families to help and support the children in every way.
Show more18/05/2024 - Google
ViewAbsolutely amazing setting, lovely staff. The setting is spacious compared to other nurseries and very clean. The food is healthy and freshly made. Parents get to download an application where they receive updates about nappies, meals and sleep, as well as photos. My little own joined a month ago and made so much progress already. Overall, very high-level service. 5 stars for everything.
Show more30/04/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewAbsolutely amazing setting, lovely staff. The setting is spacious compared to other nurseries and very clean. The food is healthy and freshly made. Parents get to download an application where they receive updates about nappies, meals and sleep, as well as photos. My little own joined a month ago and made so much progress already. Overall, very high-level service.
Show more16/04/2024 - Google
ViewRockwell has been the most fantastic start to our little one?s nursery journey. All the staff there are friendly, attentive and welcoming. Our little girl can be nervous around new people and it?s a testament to the nursery staff that by week 2 she was flinging herself into the carer's arms at drop-off! The genuine love and care that the staff show for our little girl is incredible and the huge smile she comes out of nursery with speaks volumes! We get regular updates throughout the day via the app and always feel happy and comfortable that she is happy and safe at all times. The centre manager also knows everything about her which speaks volumes for how close-knit and caring all the nursery staff are. Keep doing a fantastic job Rockwell we are so grateful to have you in our little girl's life!
Show more18/03/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy son has attended Rockwell since April 2022 and my daughter since July 2023. Since that time, the nursery has had its fair share of struggles with staffing and management but both of my children have continued to be very happy at nursery and I have had no doubts that they have been thoroughly cared for and looked after. Since the new management took over about 6 months ago, the nursery has changed tenfold and the staff are all amazing. So attentive, caring and always giving me thorough feedback about how both of their days have been. Both of my children are so happy to walk into nursery and their development has come on in leaps and bounds since being there. I can?t recommend Rockwell highly enough!
Show more15/03/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy little boy has been at Rockwell since November due to the closure of the Shellingford nursery. The initial couple of weeks were tough on both of us with him settling in. However, after only a few short weeks he was excited to go into nursery each day and is always so happy and chatty when I collect him. I've also really noticed a change in his development, he's more confident, more chatty and overall so happy and seems to be learning so much and takes me by surprise with new things he has learned! The staff are great and always take time to give me an update on his day! I was really apprehensive about this move but the staff made me feel so at ease and made it easy for us! I would definitely recommend this nursery!
Show more15/01/2024 - Day Nurseries
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