Banana Moon Day Nursery in Bedford

About this day nursery

Banana Moon Day Nursery in Kempston offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged three months to five years. The nursery focuses on a holistic approach to early learning, with a curriculum designed to foster exploration, curiosity, and excitement through play-based activities.

They believe in building strong relationships with families, actively involving parents in their child's developmental journey through open communication. Freshly prepared meals are a highlight, cooked daily by an on-site chef using local ingredients.

The nursery places a strong emphasis on physical activity, evidenced by weekly "Teddy Sports" sessions that help children develop gross motor skills, teamwork, and confidence. They also celebrate various cultural events and engage children in activities like observational drawing to enhance fine motor skills and creativity.

The nursery prides itself on a dedicated and experienced team passionate about igniting curiosity and providing a secure, loving "home away from home" for every child.

Our ethos

The nursery focuses on a holistic, play-based approach to early learning designed to foster exploration, curiosity, and excitement. They are committed to building strong relationships with families through open communication and providing a secure, loving "home away from home" environment where children's curiosity is ignited.

What it's like

Children are warmly welcomed into the nursery and form secure bonds with staff. They benefit from a varied curriculum, both indoors and outdoors, based on their individual learning needs and interests. All children make steady progress, including those with English as an additional language and special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Pricing & funding

Fees are structured by age groups for under-twos and over-twos, with options for full-day or half-day sessions. Monthly fees are calculated based on the number of days attended per week. Standard fees are fully inclusive of meals and snacks, whereas funded-only sessions exclude meals unless paid for as an extra.