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Bumble Bees Day Nursery in London

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Nov 2024)
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4.8(49 parent reviews) ·21 Inglis Road, Ealing, LONDON, W5 3RJ · Ealing
Number of places
75 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Ealing

About this day nursery

Bumble Bees Day Nursery, located in London, W5 3RJ, is an award-winning early childhood education provider, recognised as Nursery of the Year 2025 (South of England) by the NDNA Awards. The nursery places a strong emphasis on providing a rich and inspiring environment where children can thrive and develop a love for learning.

They cater to children aged 3 months to 5 years, with dedicated programs for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers. The nursery believes in a child-centred approach, actively listening to each child's unique voice, expressed not only verbally but also through their expressions and movements.

This philosophy guides their provision of meaningful early life experiences designed to foster a confident self-image and a passion for discovery. Rather than acting as traditional "teachers," staff members serve as "play-partners," shaping the environment to facilitate exploration and self-discovery.

They offer encouragement and positive reinforcement, modeling engagement with the world and allowing children the freedom to choose activities that resonate with them. A key aspect of their approach is a strong connection with nature; the nursery boasts an outstanding outdoor area and regularly conducts nature walks and forest school activities.

Their curriculum is a blended approach, drawing from influential early years models to create a unique and enriching experience for children and families.

Our ethos

At Bumble Bees Day Nursery, we believe that children’s earliest memories and experiences will shape the way they think and feel for the rest of their lives. We put your child at the centre of our provision by listening to your child’s voice. We believe that children can express their voice in a multitude of ways – not just verbally. Our role during the early years is not to be ‘teachers’ but rather to shape the environment around the child to inspire them. We become play-partners and create opportunities for children to discover for themselves. We scaffold and support learning; we offer encouragement and positivity while modelling the ways in which children might want to engage with the world around them. Most importantly, we allow the child to choose what resonates with them. We believe that an essential aspect of healthy early years development is a connection with nature and the outdoors.

What it's like

The highly skilled and nurturing staff and management team provide exceptional care and education for children. They apply excellent attention to detail in all areas of their practice to ensure best possible outcomes for all children. As a result, all children thrive in the nursery and develop into confident and inquisitive learners.

Nursery of the Year 2025Child-led learningForest SchoolOutdoor learning

Pricing & funding

The nursery charges additional fees for food, consumables, and activities. Funding is stretched over 52 weeks of the year, allowing eligible families to receive a consistent allocation of hours year-round instead of term-time only.

Funding accepted

30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Good to know

  • Funding can be stretched over 52 weeks of the year.
  • Families entitled to 30 hours of term-time funding receive 22 hours per week when stretched.

Key facts

Age range

3 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bumble Bees Day Nursery

Last inspected 20 November 2024

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

The highly skilled and nurturing staff and management team provide exceptional care and education for children. They apply excellent attention to detail in all areas of their practice to ensure best possible outcomes for all children. As a result, all children thrive in the nursery and develop into confident and inquisitive learners.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff are observant, attentive and sensitive to children's needs, meaning children feel secure and listened to.
  • Staff have an extensive toolkit for soothing behaviour and adapting practice, resulting in calm children and excellent behaviour.
  • Staff provide exceptional learning opportunities, balancing repetition and familiarity with freedom to explore.
  • Highly competent staff skilfully lead and engage pre-school children with familiar books, covering all areas of learning.
  • Staff and children worked collaboratively to design a fantastic outside area, which all children have regular access.
Inspection #10370054 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The manager and staff spoke to the inspector about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Staff and children worked collaboratively to design a fantastic outside area, which all children have regular access. Children enjoy risk and challenge, moving on surfaces of varying heights and have abundant opportunities for physical development.

Parent Reviews of Bumble Bees Day Nursery

4.8
(49)
Asami Nagataki
3 months ago

This is a truly wonderful nursery, with an excellent environment, thoughtfully planned activities, and above all, warm and dedicated staff. Our eldest daughter started attending in 2022. She was naturally shy and cautious, and the mornings were quite challenging for a while at the beginning. However, with time, she gradually opened up and began going to nursery happily and confidently. We were genuinely amazed by the transformation in her, as she was not someone who easily warmed to others. We cannot thank the team enough for the exceptional care and sensitivity they showed towards her individual personality. Our younger daughter now attends, and needless to say, she is thoroughly enjoying every aspect of nursery life. Over the past four years, they have supported our children — and our whole family — as if we were truly part of their own family. We are endlessly grateful for everything they have done for us.

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Mariia Smolii
a year ago

My son started at Bumblebee Nursery in August 2023, and it has been a truly wonderful experience. When he joined, he didn’t speak any English at all, as it is not our first language. Thanks to the incredible support and care from the team, he settled in so quickly – within just 1-2 months, he was already speaking English! He has been absolutely happy at the nursery, and I couldn’t have wished for a better place for him. The Bumblebee team is exceptionally professional, kind, and open-hearted. They truly love children and create such a warm and engaging environment. They are always active, involved, and dedicated to helping the kids grow and develop. I deeply appreciate all the time and effort they put into nurturing our little ones. With all my heart, I truly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a caring and supportive place for their child. Thank you soooo much❤️

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Sofia Khan
11 months ago

I’m so happy I found Bumble Bees Nursery when I was looking for a place for my son. They are so attentive to children, their needs, and well and truly deserve their “outstanding” rating. My son is so happy there, and runs into the nursery teachers arms each drop off. Really supportive and I can go to work happy and with the confidence that he’s taken care of well.

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Mustafa Abbas
a year ago

My 3-year old son has started at Bumble Bees Nursery in September 2024. They have allowed him as much as needed to settle in, and they were always reassuring. We have noticed how his social skills has improved. He genuinely loves to go to the nursery. The staff is extremely kind, and my son loves every one of them and talk to us all day about whom he was interacting with. They also engage in a variety of activities and are very inclusive, celebrating different events with parties and celebrations! They mix teaching with fun, so that your child is constantly gaining new vocabulary and is taught about different things. They also sign you up in Tapestry application where they publish picture and videos and updates to allow you to catch up. If you looking for a truly caring nursery, friendly and understanding management, kind and professional staff, look no further!

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Melania Tangari
11 months ago

How could you not love this nursery? Even from a Google Satellite view, it stands out as the best in town (that’s how I found it!). My son started at BB in August 2022 and he is graduating this year. The staff are incredibly caring, sweet, and hardworking. The building is clean and cozy, and the garden is wonderfully spacious. They also have their own chef. We feel so lucky to have found it and will miss all the love BB has given us. Thank you Rajbir, Dalia and everyone else, you are special!

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Inspection history

Date: September 2013

  • November 2024Outstanding
  • December 2022Outstanding
  • January 2017Good
  • September 2013Good

Frequently asked about Bumble Bees Day Nursery

About the setting

Bumble Bees Day Nursery Limited registered in 2005. It is situated in Ealing Common, in the London Borough of Ealing. The nursery is open each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, and operates all year round. It offers government-funded childcare. The provider employs 17 staff, of whom three hold a Master's degree, three hold a level 6 qualification, and 12 have appropriate early years qualifications ranging from level 2 to level 3.

URN
EY307542
Registered person
Bumble Bees Day Nursery Ltd
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Outstanding

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