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The Little Bumblebee

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5.0(19 parent reviews) ·2a Curzon Road, London, W5 1NF · Ealing
Awaiting first Ofsted inspection. This is a newly registered provider (registered August 2023). Ofsted has not yet carried out its first inspection, so no rating is available.
Number of places
30 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
—
Local authority
Ealing

About this day nursery

The Little Bumblebee Nursery in London provides a high-quality early years education within a secure, nurturing, and engaging setting. This family-operated nursery strives to create a warm, home-like atmosphere where every child is valued.

They adopt a play-based learning approach, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, fostering children's development through creative and exploratory activities. The nursery prides itself on open and responsive communication with parents, ensuring strong partnerships.

With experienced and caring practitioners, the nursery offers personalized care, a safe environment, and expert support, aiming for every child to thrive. They welcome government-funded childcare and other funding options to support families.

Structured yet flexible daily routines balance free play, outdoor learning, structured activities, and rest, catering to each child's developmental pace. The nursery categorizes children into "Honey Pots" (0-2 years) for sensory play and early development, "Honey Bees" (2-3 years) for fostering independence through messy and outdoor play, and "Bumblebees" (3-5 years) for school preparation through early literacy and problem-solving.

Our ethos

The Little Bumblebee Nursery follows a play-based learning approach, aligned with the EYFS framework. They focus on creative and exploratory activities to foster development, create a home-like atmosphere, and build strong partnerships with parents through open communication. Their curriculum is structured yet flexible, with specific programs for different age groups focusing on sensory play, independence, and school preparation.

Family-runPlay-based learningEYFS curriculumOffers music sessions

Pricing & funding

Fees are billed monthly in advance via standing order or bank transfer. The nursery offers optional extra sessions, such as music, which are charged monthly. All such extra session and consumable charges are voluntary and do not affect a child's access to funded childcare entitlement.

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees are payable monthly in advance.
  • Payments must be made by standing order or bank transfer.
  • Late payments may incur additional charges.
  • Consumable and optional session charges are voluntary.
  • Voluntary contributions do not affect access to funded hours.

Key facts

Session types

Morning Session (8:00 AM – 13:00 PM), Afternoon Session (13:00 PM – 18:00 PM), Full Day Session (8:00 AM – 18:00 PM)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 18:00

Age range

0-5 years

Parent Reviews of The Little Bumblebee

5.0
(19)
Emanuela Tore
6 months ago

My son attended this nursery for two years, starting when he was just 10 months old. The staff are professional, caring, and truly passionate about their work. I always felt they were genuinely interested in my son’s wellbeing and development, they knew his likes and dislikes, and carefully observed and shared his progress. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them once again and to give special recognition to Mojdeh for selecting such a wonderful team and for her flexibility and understanding toward parents’ needs.

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Mylène BANNAIS
6 months ago

Amazing nursery! Our son started a little over a year ago now and he absolutely loves his nursery and so do we. The staff is brilliant, they are very kind, helpful and you can tell they really care about the wellbeing and the development of the children. My son thoroughly enjoys all the differents activities organised for the kids. Definitely recommend!

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Jade Van
a year ago

Great nursery, my daughter moved here from another nursery and she instantly loved this nursery. The staff care genuinely about all the children and the communication is amazing! They are very attentive and help at every stage of your child’s development! Would highly recommend this nursery.

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Cat Bhogal
a year ago

My 8 month daughter has been at this nursery for a bit over a month now. I’ve been really impressed with the attention and care they’ve given. They’ve gone to great efforts to accommodate my daughter’s sleep and feeding schedule, and the staff are always so helpful and happy. My daughter is thriving in their care and she loves her time there. I’m so glad we chose this nursery!

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Sepideh Mohajer
a year ago

I couldn't be more pleased with the experience my child has had at Bumblebee. From the very first day, the staff welcomed us with open arms and created a warm, nurturing environment. The caregivers are incredibly attentive, compassionate, and professional, always putting the needs of the children first. The facilities are excellent, offering a wide range of fun and educational activities that keep the kids engaged throughout the day. I especially love the outdoor play area, which allows the children to explore and develop their motor skills in a safe and secure environment. Overall, Bumblebee has exceeded my expectations in every way. I highly recommend it to any parent looking for a safe, caring, and enriching environment for their child.

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