Bumblebees Nursery at Broadwas CofE Aided Primary School

The Beehive gives Bumblebees its own identity: a purpose-designed base with enclosed gardens on the grounds of Broadwas CofE Aided Primary School. Children aged 2 to 5 attend the pre-school, beside the village park on the A44 between Worcester and Bromyard. It has its own toilets and kitchen, so the youngest children have facilities within their nursery base.

Bumblebees and the primary school operate as one organisation, combining pre-school provision with care before and after school. The early years provision reached the Expected standard in the Ofsted inspection report dated 3 February 2026. That judgement covers the school's early years provision, rather than a separate nursery inspection.

Frogspawn becoming frogs and caterpillars becoming butterflies give children something concrete to investigate. Animal visitors, a class pet and trips to local attractions extend topics beyond organised play. These experiences turn learning about the natural world into things children can observe and discuss.

The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is taught through play, with both individual activities and small groups. Its seven areas bring together talking and listening, movement, relationships and emotions, early reading and writing, maths, creativity and understanding the world. This means learning includes how children communicate and manage feelings as well as their first literacy and number skills.

In February 2026, the early years curriculum built knowledge in a planned sequence. Adults introduced vocabulary and helped children practise using it; outdoor resources supported movement, exploration and language. Reading had a clear emphasis, alongside phonics and early writing activities focused on forming letters. Parents and carers were helped to support reading at home, connecting learning across nursery and family life.

Development to consider. Some aspects of children's personal characteristics still needed further development and embedding in February 2026. The early years judgement should be read alongside that qualification.

A keyworker supports each child, with goals shaped around their interests and needs. Parents may remain for their child's first session, giving families an option for a gradual first separation. Tapestry lets parents see their child's activities and gives them specific learning to talk about together at home.

Experienced early years staff knew children individually in February 2026 and used that understanding to adjust learning and offer support when needed. They also worked effectively with outside agencies for children requiring additional help. Emotional development received attention from the start: children were supported to manage their feelings, develop confidence and form relationships, and were comfortable discussing feelings and achievements with adults.

Food is included in the wraparound arrangements: Early Bees provides breakfast, while Buzz Club includes high tea. These meals accompany the additional care sessions.

Attending Bumblebees does not guarantee a Reception place at Broadwas. Families must make a separate school application through the normal admissions process. For children resident in Worcestershire, applications for a September start go online to Worcestershire County Council by 15 January, including applications to voluntary aided schools.

Being part of the same organisation does not replace that application. Treat choosing the nursery and applying for Reception as separate decisions, and keep the school application deadline in your calendar.

Full-day care is offered five days a week. Early Bees runs Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 9:00am; Buzz Club runs Monday to Thursday, 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Out-of-school care accepts children aged 2 to 11, making the arrangements relevant to families with older siblings too.

Eligible children aged 3 and 4 can receive 30 funded hours, while eligible 2-year-olds can receive 15. Contact Bumblebees on 01886 821347 or broadwasbumblebees@msn.com to enquire or arrange a visit. Refer to the school for current charges.