# Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school is a sessional pre-school at Wickham Park Sports Club Ltd, Pickhurst Rise, WEST WICKHAM, BR4 0AU, in West Wickham, Bromley. It is registered for 40 children and takes children aged 2 years to 5 years. It opens 08:30–15:00, Mon–Fri, term time only. Its Ofsted report card (January 2026) grades inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Strong standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Strong standard; safeguarding standards met. It offers funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds. It has a Google rating of 5.0 from 11 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Beckenham Montessori Pre-School Limited.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bizzy-bees-montessori-pre-school-2741787  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Sessional pre-school
- Address: Wickham Park Sports Club Ltd, Pickhurst Rise, WEST WICKHAM, BR4 0AU
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Opening hours: 08:30–15:00, Mon–Fri
- Weeks open: term time only
- Registered places: 40
- Funded childcare: funded places for 2-year-olds and the 30 funded hours for 3 and 4-year-olds
- Phone: 07904 697481
- Website: https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/
- Run by: [Beckenham Montessori Pre-School Limited](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/beckenham-montessori-pre-school-limited)
- Ofsted URN: 2741787

## Ofsted and official records

Report card inspection, 20 January 2026. Report cards grade each area separately; there is no single headline grade.

| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Inclusion | Strong standard |
| Curriculum and teaching | Strong standard |
| Achievement | Strong standard |
| Behaviour and routines | Strong standard |
| Children's welfare and well-being | Strong standard |
| Leadership and governance | Strong standard |

Safeguarding standards met.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2741787

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since July 2023 (Reference 2741787). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2741787)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 20 January 2026). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2741787)
- Registered places: 40 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2741787)

## Fees

| Age | Per hour |
|---|---|
| All ages | £8 |

Price per hour is the day rate over a 6.5-hour day, from the nursery's opening hours.

- Charge on funded hours: £1 (full day)
- Charge on funded hours: £1 (full day)

Source: nursery website (https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/copy-of-sessions-term-times-1), 11 November 2026.

Funded hours: 2-year-olds, 30 hours.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:30–15:00
- Ages: 2 years to 5 years
- Weeks open: term time only
- Sessions: per hour

## Getting there

Address: Wickham Park Sports Club Ltd, Pickhurst Rise, WEST WICKHAM, BR4 0AU

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.379964,-0.002063

- Station: West Wickham, 0.6 miles
- Station: Hayes (Kent), 0.6 miles
- Park: Pickhurst Green, 0.3 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Bromley there are about 2.4 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 11 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

The nursery's website says its approach includes Montessori, Forest school and Early phonics. In its 2026 Ofsted report card inspection, curriculum and teaching and achievement were both graded 'Strong standard'. Its website names SEND support, Makaton signing and an inclusive setting.

- Montessori (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/copy-of-about-us-1)
- Forest school (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/copy-of-about-us-3)
- Early phonics (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/_files/ugd/7eed0f_3375f076950143ed9bcd35ea96c122bb.pdf)

### Food

The nursery's website says that healthy snacks are provided.

- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/copy-of-about-us-1)

### Outdoors

The nursery's website says it has its own garden and a mud kitchen.

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/_files/ugd/7eed0f_bd34d861518e4bca8128d27e1a98ef07.pdf)
- Mud kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/copy-of-about-us-3)

### Care and routines

- Flexible sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/sessions)
- Term-time only (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/)
- Half-day sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/sessions)
- Small group sizes (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/copy-of-bizzy-bees-pre-school)

### SEND and inclusion

- SEND support (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/_files/ugd/7eed0f_3d2eeae1b0254d6099308768cb624376.pdf)
- Makaton signing (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/_files/ugd/7eed0f_3d2eeae1b0254d6099308768cb624376.pdf)
- Inclusive setting (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/_files/ugd/7eed0f_31f1f4720ad54f5691558b74187e323a.pdf)

### Safety

Ofsted's 2026 inspection found that safeguarding standards were met.

- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/copy-of-about-us-1)
- Parking (source: nursery website, https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/_files/ugd/7eed0f_bd34d861518e4bca8128d27e1a98ef07.pdf)

### Getting a place

To book a viewing, contact the nursery by phone or email; its website says the admissions policy for funded places is published there. The nursery accepts funded hours for 2-year-olds, the universal 15 funded hours for 3-4 year olds, and 30 funded hours for eligible 3-4 year olds.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawes Down Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | School remains Good (July 2023) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Wickham Park School |  | 5–19 |  |  | 0.3 miles |
| Pickhurst Infant Academy | Primary | 5–7 | Report card (May 2026) |  | 0.5 miles |
| Pickhurst Academy | Primary | 7–11 | Outstanding (December 2023) |  | 0.5 miles |
| St David's Prep |  | 3–11 |  | yes | 0.8 miles |
| Langley Park Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (December 2024) |  | 0.8 miles |
| Oak Lodge Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Standards maintained (October 2024) | yes | 1.0 miles |
| Beckmead Park Academy |  | 5–16 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Good; Personal development: Good; Leadership and management: Good (July 2025) |  | 1.1 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Linden Leas Pre School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/linden-leas-pre-school-ey465546) | Outstanding | £48 | 08:30–15:30 | 0.2 miles |
| [Rainbow Day Nursery West Wickham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-day-nursery-west-wickham-2607575) | Outstanding | £90 | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [NEST Nurseries](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/nest-nurseries-2689360) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.4 miles |
| [Hayeswick West Wickham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/hayeswick-west-wickham-ey307565) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.5 miles |
| [Cuddly Bear Day Care Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cuddly-bear-day-care-nursery-2753826) |  |  |  | 0.6 miles |
| [Jigsaw Preschool Committee](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/jigsaw-preschool-committee-137308) | Good |  | 09:15–15:15 | 0.6 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school cost?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school publishes these fees: per hour £8 for all ages (nursery website, November 2026). Funded hours and Tax-Free Childcare can reduce what you pay.

### Does Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school offer 30 funded hours?

Yes. Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school offers the 30 funded hours for eligible 3 and 4-year-olds. It charges £1 full day on funded hours for extras such as meals and activities.

### Does Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school take funded 2-year-olds?

Yes. Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school offers funded places for eligible 2-year-olds.

### What are Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school's opening hours?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school opens 08:30–15:00, Mon–Fri.

### Is Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school open all year?

No. Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school is open term time only.

### What ages does Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school take?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school takes children aged 2 years to 5 years.

### What is Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school's Ofsted rating?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school was inspected on 20 January 2026 and given an Ofsted report card. Report cards grade each area separately rather than giving one headline grade: inclusion Strong standard, curriculum and teaching Strong standard, achievement Strong standard, behaviour and routines Strong standard, children's welfare and well-being Strong standard and leadership and governance Strong standard. Safeguarding standards met.

### How many children can Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school take?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school is registered with Ofsted for up to 40 children at any one time.

### Who runs Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school is run by Beckenham Montessori Pre-School Limited, which runs 3 nurseries.

### What approach does Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school follow?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school's website describes its approach as: Montessori, Forest school and Early phonics.

### Does Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school have outdoor space?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school lists: Own garden and Mud kitchen.

### Does Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school support children with SEND?

Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school lists: SEND support, Makaton signing and Inclusive setting.

### What is the nearest station to Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school?

West Wickham is the nearest station we know of, 0.5 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Bizzy Bees Montessori Pre-school?

You can call 07904 697481 and visit www.bizzybeespreschool.com.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2741787)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.bizzybeespreschool.com), as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.bizzybeespreschool.com/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Bizzy+Bees+Pre-School&query_place_id=ChIJT3tUVC8AdkgRJwo7n6xLuoM)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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