Business Details
29 Years
experience
Expert Childcare in Southampton Since 1997
Busikids has been dedicated to nurturing and educating children aged 3 months to 5 years since 1997. Our philosophy centres on creating a secure, loving environment where children thrive through play-based learning. We adhere to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring our curriculum fosters emotional, intellectual, and physical development. Our experienced team, some of whom have been with us since our founding, prioritises individualised care through key worker relationships and continuous professional development.Located near Hedge End, Bursledon, and Hamble, we offer accessible, flexible childcare with government-funded options available. Our facilities include age-specific indoor playrooms and a natural outdoor garden designed to stimulate exploration and creativity. We maintain rigorous safeguarding standards, including DBS checks and paediatric first-aid training, while embracing innovative approaches like The Curiosity Approach to enhance learning experiences.
Services
Nursery care
Preschool education
Breakfast club
Settling-in support
Transition planning
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- 27 years of childcare expertise since 1997
- OFSTED-registered nursery with EYFS compliance
- Experienced team with staff since founding
- Government-funded childcare options available
- Purpose-designed facilities with natural outdoor spaces
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
- Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
What people say
Loving environment
Experienced team
Smooth transition
Nutritious meals
Great communication
Services
Nursery care
We provide age-specific nursery care for children aged 3 months to 5 years, with dedicated playrooms and outdoor spaces. Our staff deliver individualised attention through key worker systems while following EYFS guidelines. The service includes nutritious meals and flexible session options.
Preschool education
Our preschool programme prepares children for school through structured play and curriculum-based learning. We focus on communication skills, social development, and early literacy/numeracy. Transition support includes school visits and uniform familiarisation activities.
Breakfast club
Breakfast club operates from 7:30 AM daily, offering cereal, toast, and drinks before regular nursery hours. This service helps families manage morning routines with flexible booking options available for regular or occasional use.
Settling-in support
We offer structured settling-in visits with key workers to ease children's adaptation. The process includes parent discussions, gradual separation, and ongoing communication through our EY App to ensure smooth transitions.
Special needs care
Our SENCO team provides tailored support for children with additional needs. We implement individualised learning plans and collaborate with external professionals while maintaining small group ratios for personalised attention.
People
Louise
Nursery Principal
Nursery Principal with 27 years' experience in childcare. Holds Level 4 childcare qualification and nursing background. Co-founder of Busikids since 1997, overseeing personnel and team support.
Suzanne
Finance Director
Co-founder managing financial operations since 1997. Handles payment queries and financial administration while maintaining childcare expertise through ongoing professional development.
Charlotte
Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager since 2011 with childcare experience since 1995. Holds Early Years Professional Status (Level 6) and oversees daily operations, staff development, and curriculum implementation.
Leanne
Deputy Nursery Manager
Deputy Manager with SENCO responsibilities. Former analytical chemist retrained in childcare since 2005. Specialises in creating inclusive environments for children with additional needs.
Ben
Nursery Cook
Nursery cook since 2023 with culinary experience from award-winning plant-based restaurants. Develops nutritious menus meeting dietary requirements while teaching children about healthy eating habits.
Questions
What age range do you cater for?
We care for children aged 3 months to 5 years, with dedicated playrooms for different developmental stages.
Do you offer government-funded childcare?
Yes, we provide eligible families with 15-30 hours of government-funded childcare weekly for children aged 2-5 years.
How do you support children's settling-in process?
We offer two structured settling-in visits with key workers, flexible separation periods, and ongoing parent communication through our EY App.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff have relevant childcare qualifications (Level 2-6), paediatric first-aid training, and DBS checks. Many have worked here for over 10 years.
What meals are provided?
We serve breakfast, freshly prepared lunches, and afternoon tea with vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-friendly options available.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use the EY App for daily updates, photographs, and progress tracking. Regular parent-teacher discussions occur during settling-in visits and key transitions.
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