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Bumble Bees Day Nursery in Sevenoaks

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·Sir Mark Collet Pavilion, Heaverham Road, SEVENOAKS, TN15 6NE · Kent
Number of places
14 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

Bumble Bees Day Nursery is a warm and inviting childcare setting that prioritises the learning and development of each child. The nursery prides itself on its intimate environment, accommodating a maximum of 20 children daily to foster personalised attention and cater to individual interests and needs.

Their approach is rooted in the belief that children are central to every decision, ensuring a consistent application of this philosophy throughout the nursery's operations. Bumble Bees Day Nursery holds an "Outstanding" rating from Ofsted, reflecting their commitment to high-quality care and education.

They are dedicated to building strong relationships with both children and parents, offering support and working collaboratively to ensure the well-being and progress of every child. The testimonials highlight their flexible and understanding nature, especially in accommodating children with specific dietary or developmental needs, and praise their nurturing "home away from home" atmosphere.

Our ethos

Bumble Bees Day Nursery's approach is rooted in the belief that children are central to every decision, ensuring personalised attention and catering to individual interests and needs within an intimate environment of no more than 20 children. They are dedicated to building strong relationships with children and parents, fostering a nurturing "home away from home" atmosphere.

What it's like

Children's laughter fills the nursery as they happily engage in exciting activities and immerse themselves in learning. Staff prioritise children's feelings and attachments, using an 'emotions tent' and books to help children express their emotions. Loving staff are attuned to children's emotions, offering comfort and cuddles when needed.

Small Class SizesOfsted OutstandingIndividualised Learning

Pricing & funding

This nursery operates 44 weeks a year, offering full-day sessions from 9 am to 5 pm, with optional early or late half-hour extensions. Fees are billed monthly in advance and reviewed annually, with additional charges for outings and entertainment. Funded places are available for eligible children.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)
  • Full Day (9 am to 5 pm)£75 / day
  • Additional 30 minutes (before or after normal opening times)£7 / session
  • Administrative Fee to secure and process child’s place£25.00 / session
  • Funding for 2-year-olds (8 hours free plus remaining charge)£0 / day
  • Universal or Extended Entitlement for 3- and 4-year-olds (6 hours free plus remaining charge)£44.04 / day

Good to know

  • An administrative fee is required to secure and process your child's place.
  • Fees are payable monthly in advance within 14 days of the invoice date.
  • Fees do not include outings, celebrations, or entertainment, which are charged additionally.
  • No refunds are given for absence, but holidays over two weeks are charged at half price for subsequent weeks.
  • Fees are reviewed annually in December with at least one month's written notice for any changes.
  • Additional 30-minute early drop-off or late pick-up sessions must be booked in advance.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 8:30-17:30 (nursery operations 9:00-17:00, with additional paid hours available)

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2001

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Bumble Bees Day Nursery

Last inspected 10 March 2023

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

What it's like to attend

Children's laughter fills the nursery as they happily engage in exciting activities and immerse themselves in learning. Staff prioritise children's feelings and attachments, using an 'emotions tent' and books to help children express their emotions. Loving staff are attuned to children's emotions, offering comfort and cuddles when needed.

Inspector highlights

  • Highly reflective and thoughtful staff implement an extremely well-thought-out curriculum.
  • Children flourish in their personal development, demonstrating highly effective self-care skills.
  • Children demonstrate consistently impeccable behaviour, showing kindness and care to others.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive outstanding support and flourish in their development.
Inspection #10279805 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive outstanding support and flourish in their development. The manager goes above and beyond to ensure that children with SEND get every possible resource available to them. For instance, staff work tirelessly to ensure that specialist teachers and therapists support children on site.

Outdoor space

Children's physical skills develop as they climb a special 'climbing' tree. On an outside walk, children comment that there are no leaves because it is winter and 'too cold'.

Parent Reviews of Bumble Bees Day Nursery

5.0
(2)
Eleanor Winstanley
a year ago

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful staff at Bumblebees for their dedication and care in creating such a nurturing environment for our children. From taking them on little outings to the shops, swings and slides to joining the local rhyme time at the library - every day is fun and your team is very much part of the community which is just so heartwarming to see. Having had four children attend Bumblebees, we couldn’t be happier with our experience. The staff are not only warm and attentive but also incredibly dedicated, with a remarkable level of continuity—a true testament to the positive environment they foster. Our identical twins recently joined, and within just a few days, the staff could tell them apart, despite having no obvious defining features. It’s clear they take the time to get to know each child as an individual, ensuring their unique personalities shine through. We are so grateful for the care, attention, and love you show to all the children. Thank you for everything you do!

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Inspection history

Date: August 2004

  • March 2023Good
  • August 2017Good
  • July 2014Good
  • January 2011Good
  • August 2004Good

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