Little Bees - 2 Year Old Provision
Welcome to Little Bees at Monks Orchard
We are delighted to share the exciting opening of Little Bees, our new two year old provision within the school setting at Monks Orchard. Little Bees offers a nurturing, playful and stimulating environment where our youngest learners feel safe, happy and curious.
Session Options
| Sessions | Times | Costs |
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Monday to Friday Morning Only |
9.00am - 12:00pm | Free to those in receipt of 15/30 hours free childcare |
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Monday to Friday Afternoon Only |
12:00pm - 3:00pm | Free to those in receipt of 15/30 hours free childcare |
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Monday to Friday Full Time |
9:00am - 3:00pm | Free to those in receipt of 30 hours free childcare |
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Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Yellow (15 hours) |
9:00am - 3:00pm (Mon,Tues), 9:00am - 12:00pm (Weds) | Free to those in receipt of 15/30 hours free childcare |
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Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Blue (15 hours) |
12:00pm - 3:00pm (Weds), 9:00am - 3:00pm (Thurs, Fri) | Free to those in receipt of 15/30 hours free childcare |
Most parents are able to access the main Nursery day for free. However, for those who are not eligible for free childcare or require additional sessions, a flat rate of £30 per half-day session is charged. A discount will be given if the whole week is booked.
An itemised invoice will be provided to all parents including any additional sessions.
After School and Breakfast Club Sessions.pdf
Learning That Feels Like Fun
At Little Bees, learning is rooted in the Early Years Foundaton Stage (EYFS) and delivered through meaningful play experiences. While the children feel they are just "having fun," they are actually developing essential early skills that support their growth and readiness for future learning.
Personal, Social and Emotional Development
Our environment encourages children to:
- Build relationships with adults and peers
- Learn to share, take turns and explore independently
- Feel secure, valued and confident within a school setting
- Cosy spaces and familiar routines help children settle and develop a strong sense of belonging
Communication and Language
Our children are becoming familiar with our daily routines, including:
- Listening to and joining in with nursery rhymes and songs
- Sitting together on the carpet for short, engaging learning moments
- Singing songs about numbers, colours and letters
Physical Development
We support both fine and gross motor development through a variety of hands-on activities:
- Playdough to strengthen little hands and fingers
- Drawing, mark-making and puzzles to support hand-eye coordination
- Outdoor climbing, balancing and movement activities to build strength and confidence
