Opening hours
Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
The Hunny Hive is a nursery situated in the heart of Birstall, Leicester, offering a nurturing environment for children from 3 months to 5 years old. The nursery is conveniently located on Hallam Fields Road, just off the A6 Loughborough road, making it easily accessible.
It provides a range of facilities including dedicated rooms for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers, along with an all-weather astroturfed garden area for outdoor play. The nursery is committed to creating a homely atmosphere that fosters each child's individual growth and development.
They also offer a holiday club during school breaks and ensure a safe and comfortable setting with air conditioning and CCTV. The Hunny Hive prides itself on its home-cooked meals and its inclusive environment, supported by multilingual staff.
The nursery operates Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM, and actively supports various government funding options for childcare.
What it's like
Babies smile with delight as staff welcome them with open arms, reaching out for cuddles and reassurance. Older children feel safe and secure, confidently approaching visitors and inviting them to join their play. Younger children enjoy moving to music, with staff promoting their large-muscle skills.
Funding accepted
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
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Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Age range
3 months to 5 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Food
Home cooking provided
Established
2016
Last inspected 24 July 2023 · Caroline Winterton
What it's like to attend
Babies smile with delight as staff welcome them with open arms, reaching out for cuddles and reassurance. Older children feel safe and secure, confidently approaching visitors and inviting them to join their play. Younger children enjoy moving to music, with staff promoting their large-muscle skills.
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Areas to develop
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents speak highly of the nursery and of the communication they receive from staff.
They state the staff help children to become independent and ready for moving on to school.
Parents state that staff discuss their children's next steps in learning and provide activity ideas for them to try at home.
Inclusion & environment
Children explore the outdoors, for example, finding a spider and being encouraged to handle it carefully. Staff explain that the spider likes the children because they are being kind, respectful and gentle.
I couldn’t be happier with our experience at Birstall Hunny Hive. From the moment we walked in the nursery to register our child we felt welcomed and reassured by the warm, caring staff. The key workers are incredibly attentive and truly seem to love what they do, creating a nurturing and safe environment for the children. The facilities are clean, bright, and well-equipped with a variety of engaging activities that keep the little ones entertained and learning. My child has grown so much socially, emotionally, and academically since starting here, and I am always impressed by the creative projects they bring home. Not forgetting the events they hold such as graduation ceremonies, Christmas parties etc for parents to get invited to. The communication from the nursery is excellent! updates on my child’s progress and daily routines help me stay connected, and I appreciate the open-door policy whenever I have questions. It’s clear that the staff is dedicated to the children’s well-being and development. I wholeheartedly recommend hunny hive to any parent looking for a loving, stimulating environment for their child.
Read on GoogleI can’t say enough good things about Hunny Hives Nursery! From the very first day, the staff made us feel so welcome, and it was clear that they genuinely care about every child. They create such a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where little ones can learn, play, and grow with confidence. The activities are fantastic—fun, engaging, and thoughtfully designed to help children develop important skills while still letting them be kids. My child has blossomed since joining, becoming more independent, social, and excited to learn new things. It’s amazing to see how much they’ve grown in such a short time! The nursery is always clean, well-organized, and full of creative spaces that spark curiosity. Plus, the staff keeps parents updated with regular photos and progress reports, which I really appreciate. Knowing my child is happy and thriving makes all the difference. I’m so grateful we found Hunny Hives—it truly feels like a second home for our little one. If you’re looking for a loving, supportive, and high-quality nursery, I can’t recommend them enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Read on GoogleI am SO glad that we chose Hunny Hives! My daughter has been attending since she was 10 months old and absolutely loves it! Working in a school I work long hours during term time, and it is such a relief to know that my daughter is being looked after so brilliantly. The staff are all so friendly and welcoming and my daughter absolutely adores them. The setting itself is immaculate and always so clean. The communication from nursery to parents is brilliant. It is nice to see pictures on Parent Zone of what my daughter has been up to and to hear what she has eaten. The learning activities are all planned out and really thought about to support the children's development. I cannot recommend this nursery enough!!
Read on GoogleI cannot say enough good things about the Hunny Hive! My eldest had been through the whole nursery and my youngest is currently attends. They both loved going in every morning and have made some great friends. Sharaine, Finlay, Ty and all the other staff have been absolutely amazing! Both my kids came on leaps and bounds after starting here. I highly recommend the nursery to anyone at any chance that I get!
Read on GoogleMy son absolutely loves attending the Hunny Hive in Birstall. He's always happy to go to nursery and sometimes doesn't want to leave! The staff are great at keeping me updated on things both on the app and handover. I love seeing the photos of things he gets up to during the day and seeing how much fun he has. My older son also loves attending the holiday clubs. Every time he goes he tells me how great it was and how much fun he had. I'm so glad we chose the Hunny Hive. Overall the nursery itself and staff are brilliant.
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Date: November 2017
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