Welcome to Kids 1st

Your nursery in
Wynyard

5 /5

Looking for childcare in Billingham? Kids 1st Wynyard might just be the perfect place for your child to thrive!

Our purpose-built nursery is situated within the Wynyard Business Park, on the outskirts of Billingham, packed with all the excellent facilities needed to unlock your child's potential.

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Kids 1st
Wynyard
Nursery Facilities

Here at Kids 1st, we understand that every child is different and develops at their pace. That's why our nursery is split by age range, with separate rooms for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children. This approach allows the children to grow and develop their confidence alongside those at a similar stage in their journey.

Our nursery rooms are light, airy, and finished with an inviting decor. They all feature lots of toys, games and activity areas designed to keep the kids fully engaged and learning while they're with us - from play kitchens to drawing tables. We look to set your child up with the best start in life, by following the Bee Curious curriculum, our team ensures all children are prepared for the next big milestone: full-time primary school education.

Our Billingham nursery also offers outdoor space for children to explore. We encourage the children to enjoy the fresh air, be active and, most importantly, have lots of fun in the process. It's a space where they can also learn about taking safe risks under the supervision of our nursery staff.

We're located on Wynyard Business Park (just off the A689) - it's about a 10-minute drive away from Billingham town centre.

When you arrive, you'll find plenty of on-site car parking in front of the nursery, and away from the main part of the business park. This means you don't have to worry about busy roads when dropping off or picking up your child.

Our nursery on Wynyard Business Park also features a secure buggy store. So, if you want, you can always leave your buggy with us when you drop off your child and come back for it when you pick them up - safe and sound.

Ready to come and see the facilities at our Billingham day nursery? Our team can't wait to give you the warm welcome. Book your visit today.

Special things about Wynyard

Outdoor space

A dedicated area for children to play, explore and learn.

Multi-faith room

A welcoming space for reflection, inclusion and quiet time.

Home cooked meals

From our NHS accredited menu

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups.

A warm welcome

from our Director

Director

Megan Mulvey

Hello, I’m Megan, Centre Director at Kids 1st Wynyard.

I achieved my Level 3 CACHE Diploma in Childcare & Education in June 2009 and joined Kids 1st Wynyard later that year as a Nursery Assistant. Since then, I’ve been fortunate to grow with the nursery, progressing through a variety of roles before becoming Centre Director. I’m incredibly proud of my journey and the amazing team I work alongside every day.

Working with children has always been my passion. I love being part of their early years, supporting them as they learn, grow and develop the confidence and skills they need for the future. Building strong relationships with families is equally important to me, and I believe working together gives every child the very best start in life. While it’s always emotional to see our children leave for school, it’s wonderful to know we’ve helped prepare them for their next adventure.

I’m also passionate about giving back to our local community. As Wynyard’s Charity Champion, I’ve helped organise a range of fundraising events over the years, and I’m incredibly proud that together we’ve raised tens of thousands of pounds for local causes. Seeing our families, children and team come together to make a difference is something I truly value.

Outside of work, I love spending time with family and friends, getting outdoors for long walks and capturing the beauty of nature through photography. These moments help me recharge and bring the same enthusiasm and positivity back to nursery each day.

Meet the amazing team

Deputy Assistant Centre Director

Charlotte Howe

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5 /5

We honestly couldn’t recommend this nursery enough. Our little boy started here at just 9 months old and stayed right through until he finished pre-school, and our little girl has now followed in his footsteps, also starting at 9 months old. We couldn’t be happier with the care they have both received. We watched our little boy grow from a baby into a confident, happy little boy who was completely ready for school, and Kids 1st played such a huge part in that. It made choosing somewhere for our little girl incredibly easy, and seeing her now so settled and happy there means the world to us. There is such a lovely, welcoming atmosphere and we’ve always felt that our children are genuinely cared for and loved. We’re so grateful for everything the team has done and continues to do for our family, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the nursery to anyone. ❤️

Both of my children have attended kids first in Wynyard and loved their time at nursery. Megan is very accommodating and makes the children feel safe and welcome. She takes the time to get to know children and their families. There are so many lovely members of staff including Caitlin, Charlea, Euan and Lorraine plus many more who go out of their way to make your children feel happy at nursery! Thank you so much for all you do.

Our daughter absolutely loved her time at Kids First Wynyard, and we are so grateful to all the staff for the huge part they played in her life, from when she arrived as a 1 year-old baby to when she left as a confident, happy little girl ready for school. We will really miss coming to nursery each day, where the staff were always cheerful and friendly. Special thanks to Megan who was incredibly helpful from our very first visit, and also to Charlotte, who was a brilliant key worker for our daughter in pre-school. We had great experiences with all the staff but in pre-school especially they really helped prepare our daughter for a lifetime of adventures with amazing patience and kindness. Thank you Anna, Charlotte, Euan, Megan and Rachel, and everyone at Kids First Wynyard!

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30

6:00

Kids 1st Wynyard 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, Kids 1st Wynyard 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 Kids 1st

Welcome to Kids 1st

Your nursery in
Wynyard