Busy Bees Nursery

 

Why we think you will love our Busy Bees nursery at Reading International…

Our devoted team of Busy Bees childcare experts have designed our nursery to suit the needs of young children aged 3 months to 5 years by embracing the notion of safe nurturing and learning through play, for every age and stage.

Nestled behind the Verizon Building and set within extensive grounds and secure gardens, we are ideally placed for busy families at Reading International Business Park, with easy access to the M4, junction 11.

This setting has signed up to offer Tax Free Childcare.

Who to contact

Contact Name
Zina Miah
Contact Position
Centre Director
Telephone
0118 9145560 0118 9145560
E-mail
readinginternational.centredirector@busybees.com
Website
Busy Bees Nursery - Reading International
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Where to go

Name
Busy Bees at Reading International
Address
(Behind Verizon Building)
Basingstoke Road
Reading
Berkshire
Postcode
RG2 6DA
Directions to RG2 6DA

Time / Date Details

Session Information
Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6pm

Costs

Costs
£76.00  Per Day
Details
Contact nursery directly for a breakdown of fees.

Inclusion Information

Wheelchair access
Yes
Special Needs provision
Yes
Special Needs Experience
Autism
Cerebral Palsy
Provision for special dietary needs
Yes
Can make special cultural provisions
Yes

Childcare Information

Vacancies

Immediate vacancies
Yes
Details
Please contact nursery directly for more information on possible vacancies. No 30 hour vacancies. Possible 2 year funded vacancies.
Updated
10/01/2024

Funded Places

Has 3 & 4 year old funding
Yes
Has 2 year old funding
Yes

30 Hours Extended Entitlements

Additional 15 hours of *Free* childcare offered
Yes
When are the additional 15 hours available? (e.g. Monday to Friday, 8am to 1pm)
Monday - Friday, various times
Intending to provide 30 Hours?
Yes
Registered to provide 30 Hours?
Yes

Opening Times & Facilities

Opening Times
Opening Times
DayOpening TimeClosing Time
Monday 7.30 6.00
Tuesday 7.30 6.00
Wednesday 7.30 6.00
Thursday 7.30 6.00
Friday 7.30 6.00

School Pickups

Offers school pickups
No

Ofsted Information

Ofsted URN
EY476489Link to latest Ofsted inspection report 
Inspection history
Inspection History
DatetypeOutcome
13/06/2016Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
18/12/2019Inspection (Early Years Register)Good
03/04/2023Inspection (Early Years Register)Good

Local Offer

Contact Name
Zina Miah
Contact Telephone
0118 9145560
Contact Email
readinginternational.centredirector@busybees.com
Local Offer Age Bands
Early Years (0-4 years)
SEN Provision Type
Universal
Local Offer Updated
10/01/2024

Early Years Private, Voluntary & Independent Settings

Description

Our devoted team of Busy Bees childcare experts have designed our nursery to suit the needs of young children aged 3 months to 5 years by embracing the notion of safe nurturing and learning through play, for every age and stage.

Nestled behind the Verizon Building and set within extensive grounds and secure gardens, we are ideally placed for busy families at Reading International Business Park, with easy access to the M4, junction 11.

We understand that children learn through play and observation which is why our nursery is equipped with an incredible variety of brand new, age appropriate toys and equipment. Children need fresh air and our surprisingly large outdoor spaces contains stimulating features and sensory play areas. The children access the outdoors in all weathers and we have age appropiate clothing to ensure the children experience every weather.

Our highly trained staff are exemplary role models who are passionate about delivering exceptional care and giving children the best start in life. In addition to the main primary areas of learning (Personal, Social and Emotional, Physical and Communication and Language), we also demonstrate common courtesy, mutual respect and patience, whilst always keeping at the forefront of everything we do that learning must be fun!

Updated - January 2024

1: How does the setting identify children with additional needs or SEND?

We have an embedded system to ensure that a key person is allocated to every child. This key person completes regularly observations that are then used to inform the child’s planning around their individual needs and interests. These include interests from home and interests at nursery. The key person completes assessments on every child to identify any support that may be required.

These assessments are shared with the parents who are encouraged to add their comments. We then implement a joint approach.

When a child initially starts with us we provide settling in sessions where the key person familiarises themselves with the child’s individual needs, interests and abilities. This is the initial opportunity for the parents to identify any needs with the key person so that these can be catered for.  The parents and the key person complete an initial starting point of development form on this settling in session to identify any concerns. 

We have a nursery SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator) that has been trained through the local authority and Busy Bees to support the key person, child and families to ensure that the child’s individual needs are met.

2: How will I be informed / consulted about the ways in which my child is being supported?

The SENCO will work closely with the key person to differentiate resources, experiences and activities to support the child. 

The nursery SENCO will work with the key person to provide personal plans for each individual child based around their abilities and interests.
 
The SENCO will liaise with other professionals (with the parents consent) such as Early Years Inclusion Officers, Speech and Language Therapists and Health Visitors to gain further advise in supporting each individual child.  The SENCO and the key person will work collaboratively to ensure that these targets and strategies are implemented.
 
The plans and activities will be reviewed by the key person, SENCO and the parents regularly to update plans and provide support for all children. 

Parent’s communication is valued and the key person will work together with the parents to ensure that every child’s learning is supported.

3: How will the setting adapt the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum for my child's needs?

The SENCO will work closely with the key person to differentiate resources, experiences and activities to support the child. 

The nursery SENCO will work with the key person to provide personal plans for each individual child based around their abilities and interests.
 
The SENCO will liaise with other professionals (with the parents consent) such as Early Years Inclusion Officers, Speech and Language Therapists and Health Visitors to gain further advise in supporting each individual child.  The SENCO and the key person will work collaboratively to ensure that these targets and strategies are implemented.
 
The plans and activities will be reviewed by the key person, SENCO and the parents regularly to update plans and provide support for all children. 

Parent’s communication is valued and the key person will work together with the parents to ensure that every child’s learning is supported.

4: What teaching strategies does the setting use for children with additional needs or learning difficulties?

The SENCO will work closely with the key person to differentiate resources, experiences and activities to support the child. 

The nursery SENCO will work with the key person to provide personal plans for each individual child based around their abilities and interests.
 
The SENCO will liaise with other professionals (with the parents consent) such as Early Years Inclusion Officers, Speech and Language Therapists and Health Visitors to gain further advise in supporting each individual child.  The SENCO and the key person will work collaboratively to ensure that these targets and strategies are implemented.
 
The plans and activities will be reviewed by the key person, SENCO and the parents regularly to update plans and provide support for all children. 

Parent’s communication is valued and the key person will work together with the parents to ensure that every child’s learning is supported.

5: What additional support does the setting provide for children with additional needs or SEND?

SENCO will work closely with the key person to differentiate resources, experiences and activities to support the child. 

The nursery SENCO will work with the key person to provide personal plans for each individual child based around their abilities and interests.
 
The SENCO will liaise with other professionals (with the parents consent) such as Early Years Inclusion Officers, Speech and Language Therapists and Health Visitors to gain further advise in supporting each individual child.  The SENCO and the key person will work collaboratively to ensure that these targets and strategies are implemented.
 
The plans and activities will be reviewed by the key person, SENCO and the parents regularly to update plans and provide support for all children. 

Parent’s communication is valued and the key person will work together with the parents to ensure that every child’s learning is supported.
 
At the initial settling in sessions the parent/ carers will work with the key person to settle the child into the nursery. Throughout this time the key person will complete the information sheet to understand the child’s individual routines, needs, interests and abilities.
 
The parents are encouraged to work together with the key person completing observations and activities for home to keep them informed of new interests so that this can be incorporated in the activities that are planned for that child.
 
The parents will be invited to attend regular meetings to review the child’s progress.
Every child has their own learning journal that the parents can view at any time. The parents are encouraged to add their views and comments. 

6: How will the setting monitor my child's progress and how will I be involved in this?

SENCO will work closely with the key person to differentiate resources, experiences and activities to support the child. 

The nursery SENCO will work with the key person to provide personal plans for each individual child based around their abilities and interests.
 
The SENCO will liaise with other professionals (with the parents consent) such as Early Years Inclusion Officers, Speech and Language Therapists and Health Visitors to gain further advise in supporting each individual child.  The SENCO and the key person will work collaboratively to ensure that these targets and strategies are implemented.
 
The plans and activities will be reviewed by the key person, SENCO and the parents regularly to update plans and provide support for all children. 

Parent’s communication is valued and the key person will work together with the parents to ensure that every child’s learning is supported.
 
At the initial settling in sessions the parent/ carers will work with the key person to settle the child into the nursery. Throughout this time the key person will complete the information sheet to understand the child’s individual routines, needs, interests and abilities.
 
The parents are encouraged to work together with the key person completing observations and activities for home to keep them informed of new interests so that this can be incorporated in the activities that are planned for that child.
 
The parents will be invited to attend regular meetings to review the child’s progress.
Every child has their own learning journal that the parents can view at any time. The parents are encouraged to add their views and comments. 

7: How do you ensure children with additional needs or SEND can be included in the same activities as other children, including trips?

Busy bees nurseries have a range of different nursery layouts and all nurseries are unique. The Manager, key person and SENCO can work with the parents to provide the best  base room for the child to have the best access to all of the resources and activities every day  to meet their needs.
 Transitions are a key time for any child. The key person ensures that these transitions are well planned and supported.
 
When a child first starts at the nursery the key person will work with the parent to devise appropriate times for the child to settle into the nursery at their own pace.
 
When a child transitions to another room throughout their time at Busy bees, the key person works with the new key person to relay and hand over relevant information for that child.
 
The child will have a range of settling in sessions into the next age range to secure successful transitions. The new key person will ensure that the child’s interests and needs are catered for  and that the child is well adjusted to their new room and peers.

8: How accessible is the building for children with mobility difficulties / wheelchair users?

Reading International is a open plan ground floor building with easy access from our large car park. We have facilities within the nursery which can also be accessed by all visitors.

9: How will you support my child's transition to a new setting or school?

When a child is ready to transition to School the new teachers will be invited into School to meet the key person and all relevant transition supporting documents are completed and relayed to the School to ensure a smooth transition takes place for all children.
 
For further information please contact the nursery manager.

10: How does the setting assess the overall effectiveness of its SEN provision and how can parents / carers take part in this evaluation?

SENCO will work closely with the key person to differentiate resources, experiences and activities to support the child. 

The nursery SENCO will work with the key person to provide personal plans for each individual child based around their abilities and interests.
 
The SENCO will liaise with other professionals (with the parents consent) such as Early Years Inclusion Officers, Speech and Language Therapists and Health Visitors to gain further advise in supporting each individual child.  The SENCO and the key person will work collaboratively to ensure that these targets and strategies are implemented.
 
The plans and activities will be reviewed by the key person, SENCO and the parents regularly to update plans and provide support for all children. 

Parent’s communication is valued and the key person will work together with the parents to ensure that every child’s learning is supported.
 
At the initial settling in sessions the parent/ carers will work with the key person to settle the child into the nursery. Throughout this time the key person will complete the information sheet to understand the child’s individual routines, needs, interests and abilities.
 
The parents are encouraged to work together with the key person completing observations and activities for home to keep them informed of new interests so that this can be incorporated in the activities that are planned for that child.
 
The parents will be invited to attend regular meetings to review the child’s progress.
Every child has their own learning journal that the parents can view at any time. The parents are encouraged to add their views and comments. 

11: Who should I contact if I am considering registering for a place at the setting?

Call to speak to the Nursery Manager 

Zina Miah

0118 9145560

12: What arrangements does the setting have for feedback from parents / carers, including compliments and complaints?

Call to speak to the Nursery Manager 

Zina Miah

0118 9145560

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This information has been collected from third party providers therefore the Reading Services Guide, Reading Borough Council (RBC) and Brighter Futures for Children (BFfC) cannot accept responsibility for the accuracy of this information and recommends that parents, carers, young people, residents and professionals check with providers regarding DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) and OFSTED registrations and CQC registrations. Information collected by Reading Service Guide; is used solely to implement and supply the Family Information Service (FIS), Special Educational Needs & Disabilities - Reading's Local Offer, Adults & Carers Support Group and Reading Youth.

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