Business Details
18 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Education in Spalding
Established in 2008 by two local parents, Honeypot Day Nursery provides high-quality, affordable childcare and early years education in a nurturing environment. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to supporting children aged 6 weeks to 5 years through their developmental journey, with a focus on creating a smooth transition from home to nursery. We maintain an open admissions policy, ensuring accessibility for all families in the Weston Hills community. Our setting offers government-funded pre-school sessions for eligible children, with flexible options to accommodate working families. We prioritise building strong relationships with families to create a secure, happy environment where every child feels valued. Our staff hold relevant qualifications, including paediatric first aid and Makaton training, and participate in continuous professional development to maintain high standards.We provide nutritious meals prepared on-site, catering to special dietary requirements, and have dedicated spaces for different age groups to support age-appropriate learning. Our outdoor play areas extend learning opportunities beyond the classroom, encouraging physical development and exploration. We maintain rigorous safeguarding practices and work closely with parents to address individual needs, including support for children with special educational requirements. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our Ofsted registration and ongoing efforts to improve services based on parental feedback.
Services
Early Years Education
Government-Funded Sessions
Nutritious Meals
Outdoor Learning
Settling-In Support
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in early years education since opening in 2008
- Our team includes qualified staff with paediatric first aid and Makaton training
- We provide tailored support for children transitioning from home to nursery
- Nutritious meals are freshly prepared on-site to meet individual dietary needs
- Two outdoor learning areas extend educational opportunities beyond the classroom
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Early Years Education
Our Early Years Education programme follows the EYFS framework, providing structured learning through play for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years. Qualified staff deliver age-appropriate activities that develop social skills, creativity, and cognitive abilities. The curriculum prepares children for school transition while maintaining a focus on individual progress and emotional well-being.
Government-Funded Sessions
We offer government-funded pre-school sessions for eligible 3-5 year olds, including 15 hours weekly across 38 weeks or 11.25 hours stretched across 51 weeks. Working families may qualify for 30-hour weekly provision, with funding also available for eligible 2-year-olds through our Ofsted-registered setting.
Nutritious Meals
Freshly prepared meals and snacks are served daily, following a balanced menu that meets children's nutritional needs. Our on-site kitchen accommodates special dietary requirements, offering breakfast, lunch, and tea options. All staff hold food hygiene qualifications to ensure safe preparation and handling of meals for young children.
Outdoor Learning
Two dedicated outdoor spaces provide year-round learning opportunities for different age groups. The back area features developmentally appropriate equipment for younger children, while the front play area offers structured activities for pre-schoolers. Outdoor learning supports physical development, sensory exploration, and social interaction in natural settings.
Settling-In Support
We provide personalised settling-in periods to help children adapt to nursery life at their own pace. Our key worker system ensures consistent support during the transition from home to nursery, with flexible arrangements to accommodate individual needs and build confidence in new environments.
People
Sarah Sargent
Director
With a BA (Hons) in Early Years Education and Early Years Professional Status, Sarah co-founded Honeypot Day Nursery in 2008. She oversees strategic development while maintaining close involvement in daily operations.
Claire Brookin
Manager
As Level 4 qualified manager, Claire leads daily operations at Honeypot Day Nursery. She ensures compliance with educational standards and supervises staff training and development across all age-group rooms.
Kerry Bowers
Deputy Manager
Kerry supports nursery operations as deputy manager, focusing on maintaining high care standards and implementing educational programmes. She works closely with parents to address individual children's needs.
Abbii Hoyle
SENDCo
As Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator, Abbii develops tailored support plans for children requiring additional assistance. She collaborates with external professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
Eva Gregory
Nutritionist
Eva designs our balanced meal plans, ensuring nutritional requirements are met for all age groups. She manages special dietary needs and oversees daily food preparation standards.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We accept children from 6 weeks to 5 years old, with dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children.
Do you offer government-funded childcare?
Yes, we provide funded sessions for eligible 2-5 year olds, including 15-hour weekly options and extended 30-hour provision for working families.
How do you support children transitioning to nursery?
We offer flexible settling-in periods with assigned key workers to help children adapt gradually to their new environment at their own pace.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff have paediatric first aid training, food hygiene certificates, and relevant childcare qualifications, with regular professional development updates.
Can you accommodate special dietary requirements?
Yes, we prepare nutritious meals on-site and can cater for specific dietary needs with prior notification and guidance from parents.
How do you handle child safeguarding?
We follow strict safeguarding protocols, with designated leads and mandatory reporting procedures to ensure children's safety and well-being.
