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NURSERY IN WESTMINSTER

NURSERY IN WESTMINSTER

Welcome to Busy Bees

Ofsted

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.

Busy Bees
Westminster
Nursery Facilities

Busy Bees Westminster nursery is set in a unique central London location, surrounded by many of the city’s most iconic landmarks for children to explore and learn about.

With excellent transport links including nearby tubes, trains and buses, the nursery is easily accessible for families.

Children enjoy enriching experiences such as dance, yoga and African drumming, as well as a creative indoor garden space.

Families also benefit from thoughtful extras including takeaway breakfast, a parent workstation with tea and coffee, buggy storage, and a knowledgeable, long-standing team dedicated to providing exceptional care.

Standout Features

dice

Extra activities

From African drumming to yoga.

coffee

Breakfast and coffee

At drop-off, available to all parents.

laptop

Parent work station

A co-working space is provided if needed.

A warm welcome

from our Director
Director

Director

Radha Wood

Hello, my name is Radha and I’m the Centre Director at Busy Bees Westminster.

I hold a Level 3 qualification in Child Care and Education as well as a BA (Hons) degree in Dance and Drama. I began my career in childcare over 20 years ago as a nursery practitioner and have since progressed into management, working across a range of private and corporate nurseries, including settings for the Ministry of Defence and Deutsche Bank. I am passionate about driving high-quality early years education and inspiring staff to be the best educators they can be, ensuring every child is supported to reach their developmental and educational milestones.

Meet the amazing team


Kim Neville

Nursery Practice Nurse

Kim Neville

Vera Soares

Chef

Vera Soares

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:15
PM

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.

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.

Expertly

developed

Using our 40 years of industry leading childcare experience, Bee Curious is a blueprint for playful learning. It is:

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.

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 Westminster

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am 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.

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.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

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.

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 6:15pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:15pm.

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am 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.

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.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

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.

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 6:15pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:15pm.

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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Reviews

What
Westminster
parents say

I love everything about Busybees and how much they take good care of my boy, my girl will definitely join

Our child is very happy here and the staff all seem to be very well retained and experienced working with her age group of 0-2

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