Early Learning & Development in Bromley — Little Sunshines
Little Sunshines is a small, family-run nursery and preschool welcoming children from birth to 5. We have been based on Oakley Road in Keston since 2011, serving families from across the Bromley borough, with learning that follows the EYFS framework enriched by the Curiosity Approach.
Nursery, preschool and daycare — one setting, one team
Little Sunshines is a single setting on Oakley Road in Keston. Nursery, preschool and daycare all happen here, with the same team and the same opening hours — we don't run separate branches or separate services. This page explains how children learn and develop with us. See sessions, hours and daily routines →
How children learn and develop here
Early years learning is about far more than letters and numbers. Here is what shapes our days and how we plan for each child.
The EYFS Framework
Our curriculum is built on the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage, with all seven areas of learning woven through the day — from communication and language to early literacy and mathematics.
The Curiosity Approach
Natural, authentic and open-ended resources, in calm and homely rooms that invite children to explore at their own pace.
Child-Led Learning
We observe what each child is drawn to and build experiences around those interests, so learning feels meaningful to them rather than imposed.
Social and Emotional Growth
Children learn to share, take turns, build friendships and manage big feelings, with warm and responsive adults beside them.
Outdoor Learning
Children play outdoors every day in the grounds at Holmesdale Football Club — space to move, explore nature and test their own limits.
Confidence and Independence
Everyday independence — putting on their own coat, helping at mealtimes, tidying up — builds the self-belief children carry into school.
A small setting where every child is known
We are intentionally small. That means every child is known by name, and the team can follow each child's interests closely enough to plan learning around them.
Our practitioners stay with us for years rather than months. That continuity matters: children build secure relationships with adults who know them well, which is exactly what early learning depends on.
Families travel to us from Keston, Bromley, Hayes, West Wickham, Locksbottom, Bromley Common, Orpington and Biggin Hill — our setting is one place, in Keston, and always has been.
Learning across the ages
Every stage has its own focus. Children move through our rooms as they grow, staying in the same setting with the same team.
Baby Room
Sensory exploration, tummy time and lots of responsive care, with each baby's own routine respected as they settle in with us.
- Sensory play
- Music and movement
- Tummy time activities
- Baby massage
Toddler Room
A time of big leaps in language and independence. We support emerging communication and help children learn to share, take turns and express themselves.
- Messy play and art
- Role play and pretend
- Story time and singing
- Outdoor exploration
Pre-School Room
Children lead their own projects and problem-solving, building the early literacy, numeracy and confidence they need for school.
- Pre-literacy and numeracy
- Science experiments
- Creative projects
- School readiness skills
Preparing Children for School & Life
At Little Sunshines, our goal isn't just great childcare — it's helping every child arrive at school confident, curious and truly ready to flourish. Here's how we develop school-readiness skills every single day.
Communication & Confidence
Children develop strong spoken language, the ability to listen attentively and the confidence to express themselves clearly — skills that are foundational for school.
Independence & Self-Care
We support children in learning to dress, tidy up, wash hands and manage their own belongings — building the independence that teachers value from day one.
Social Skills & Friendships
Through daily group activities, children learn to take turns, share, resolve small conflicts and form meaningful friendships — vital social skills for the classroom.
Early Literacy & Numeracy
Stories, phonics games, number activities and mark-making all build a strong foundation for reading, writing and maths before children begin formal schooling.
Concentration & Resilience
We gently extend children's attention spans through engaging activities and encourage them to keep trying when things are tricky — building the resilience that underpins school success.
Curiosity & Love of Learning
Above all, we foster a genuine love of learning. Children who leave us for school are excited, curious and ready to embrace everything that school has to offer.
School readiness is not a single lesson — it is built every day through play, routines, encouragement and warm relationships with the adults who know your child best.
Areas We Welcome Families From
Little Sunshines has one setting, in Keston (BR2 8HQ) — we do not have branches in any of the areas below. Children travel to us from across the Bromley borough and the surrounding area, and we are always glad to welcome new families from nearby.
Keston
Our home — we are based in Keston, BR2.
Bromley
Welcoming families from across the Bromley borough.
Hayes
Welcome to families from Hayes, BR2.
West Wickham
Welcome to families from West Wickham.
Locksbottom
Welcoming families from Locksbottom and Farnborough.
Bromley Common
Welcoming families from Bromley Common.
Orpington
Welcoming families from Orpington and nearby.
Biggin Hill
Welcoming families from Biggin Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions — Learning and Development
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