NURSERY IN READING

Welcome to Busy Bees

8.5

5 /5

Giving your child the best start in life with Bee Curious, the UK's only independently evaluated early years curriculum.

We combine purposeful play with a uniquely designed curriculum that nurtures curiosity and confidence. Our highly trained educators take your child's care very seriously, upholding the highest safeguarding standards to help your child thrive in a safe, nurturing environment from their very first days and grow ready for their next big step.

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Busy Bees
Reading
Nursery Facilities

Busy Bees Reading Woodley is a warm and welcoming nursery located at the Loddon Vale Centre on Hurricane Way.

Our nursery features bright, spacious rooms and a large outdoor garden where children can explore, play and build confidence every day.

With engaging experiences such as the Imagination Station and gardening activities, children enjoy a rich and varied early learning environment.

Standout Features

Imagination station

Designed to help children express themselves.

Gardening

A calming activity for budding green thumbs.

Outdoor play area

An expansive area for children to learn and discover.

A warm welcome

from our Director

Director

Fiona-George Smith

Hello, my name is Fiona and I'm the Centre Director at Busy Bees Reading.

I have worked in early years education for 18 years, starting as an apprentice and progressing through a variety of childcare and leadership roles. I hold an Early Years Foundation Degree and am passionate about supporting children to grow, learn and reach their developmental goals. Building strong relationships with families and creating a safe, welcoming environment where children feel happy and confident to explore and learn is at the heart of everything I do.

Meet the amazing team

Assistant Centre Director

Stacey Derham

Assistant Centre Director

Caroline Andrews

Chef

Dawn Collis

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30

6:00

Offering half or full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

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 in place to ensure your child is always safe and cared for:

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Award-Winning Safeguarding Standards
in recognition of our commitment to safeguarding children across the UK

Qualified Safeguarding Experts
with decades of experience, led by an industry-recognised leadership team

ISO 45001 Certified
with robust policies and procedures to protect every child in our care

Rigorous recruitment processes
ensuring all staff are fully qualified

Secure sign in
and sign out with controlled entry

Paediatric first aid
trained staff in every room

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.

Morning circle time

A warm welcome with a morning song

Focused activity

Age-appropriate sensory or learning activity.

Outdoor exploration

With educators to guide the play.

Creative expression

Art, music, movement.

Snack time

A nutritious snack and/or formula milk is provided. We formula feed on your schedule.

Story time and reflection

A calming period before lunch.

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

A Nutritious Lunch

Our full NHS-accredited menu is available below

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 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.

Morning circle time

A warm welcome with a morning song

Focused activity

Age-appropriate sensory or learning activity.

Outdoor exploration

With educators to guide the play.

Creative expression

Art, music, movement.

Snack time

A nutritious snack and/or formula milk is provided. We formula feed on your schedule.

Story time and reflection

A calming period before lunch.

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

A Nutritious Lunch

Our full NHS-accredited menu is available below

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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Ofsted

Day Nurseries

8.5

Google

5 /5

We’ve had such a wonderful experience with Busy Bees and couldn’t be happier with the care and support our child has received. The progress he has made since starting here has been amazing to see, especially in his confidence. He’s become much more independent, social, and eager to learn, and it’s clear how much thought and effort the team put into supporting his development. The team are genuinely caring, supportive, and attentive to his needs. They keep us updated via the app everyday. It’s made going back to work so much easier being able to see what he is up to everyday. We highly recommend Busy Bees Woodley!

Busy Bees Woodley is definitely the best choice for Day Care Nursery in the area. I received excellent care for my son for last more than 2 years. I was always kept informed about his progress in milestones. The Busy Bee app is an excellent tool which keeps posting your child's pics and dietary details for the day. This gives you peace of mind. The facility is well maintained, hygienic and secured for the kids. The staff is always welcoming and professional. They will help you with any queries about your child's progress. Overall I would highly recommend this nursery for all the new parents.

My child has been attending this nursery for 6 months and I'm so pleased with how settled she is. The staff have worked very hard to help her become happy at nursery and I know she is safe there. The staff do excellent enrichment activities, crafts and teach my child to have skills and I'm so impressed with the things she picks up. Allergy awareness is spot on and I am confident with their protocols.

Reading

7:30 - 6:00 Mon-Fri

NURSERY IN READING

NURSERY IN READING

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