Nursery & Preschool Near Locksbottom, Bromley
Little Sunshines Daycare & Pre-School is a single setting in Keston, BR2, welcoming families from Locksbottom and Farnborough. We offer outstanding nursery and preschool care for children aged 0–5, and have been running since 2011.
Why Locksbottom Families Choose Little Sunshines
Families from Locksbottom and Farnborough are warmly welcomed at our Keston setting.
Welcomes Locksbottom Families
We warmly welcome children from Locksbottom and Farnborough to our single setting in Keston, BR2.
Established Since 2011
Over 13 years of trusted nursery and preschool care in the heart of Keston, Bromley.
Children Aged 0–5
Complete early years care — baby room through to pre-school, all under one nurturing roof.
Government Funding Accepted
We accept 15 and 30-hour funded childcare for eligible families near Locksbottom and Orpington.
Fresh Cooked Meals
All meals are prepared fresh on site every day. No packed lunches — just wholesome, delicious food.
Beautiful Outdoor Space
Set within Holmesdale Football Club, our outdoor grounds give children daily access to fresh air and nature.
A Nursery Near Locksbottom That Feels Like Home
Locksbottom and Farnborough families are among those who travel a short distance to experience the warmth of Little Sunshines — and they consistently tell us the journey is the best decision they made.
We're a small, intentionally intimate nursery. That means you'll never feel like just another family on a waiting list. We know your child's name, their favourite activities and their little quirks from day one. Our team stays consistent, with low staff turnover giving children the security of familiar, caring faces every day.
Whether you need full-time daycare or part-time pre-school sessions, we offer flexible arrangements to suit families from Locksbottom, Farnborough and the wider Orpington area.
Learning Through Play
We believe the best learning happens naturally — through exploration, curiosity and play. Our Curiosity Approach means children lead their own learning in a beautifully prepared environment.
The Curiosity Approach
Inspired by Reggio Emilia, the Curiosity Approach uses natural, open-ended materials that spark imagination and wonder. Children explore freely, ask questions and develop critical thinking skills through hands-on discovery — the most powerful form of early learning.
EYFS Framework
Our curriculum follows the UK's Early Years Foundation Stage across all seven areas of learning: communication and language, physical development, personal-social-emotional development, literacy, mathematics, understanding the world, and expressive arts. Every child receives a tailored learning journey.
Creative Arts & Crafts
Painting, collage, sculpture and music nurture expression and fine motor skills.
Outdoor Exploration
Daily outdoor learning on our grounds — nature, movement and discovery every day.
Stories & Language
Rich language environments with books, songs, rhymes and storytelling every day.
Sensory & Messy Play
Water, sand, dough and sensory trays develop key cognitive and physical 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.
Your Child's Safety is Our Top Priority
At Little Sunshines, the safety and wellbeing of every child is fundamental to everything we do. We maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, so parents can leave their children with us with complete peace of mind.
Safeguarding Policy
We have a robust safeguarding and child protection policy in place, reviewed annually and followed rigorously by all staff.
DBS-Checked Staff
Every member of our team holds an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check before working with children.
Secure Premises
Our setting has secure entry and exit procedures. Children are only released to authorised adults listed on their registration form.
Designated Safeguarding Lead
We have a trained Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) on site at all times, following the latest statutory guidance.
Qualified & Trained Team
All staff hold relevant early years qualifications and attend regular safeguarding training, first aid courses and CPD sessions.
Risk Assessments
Daily risk assessments are carried out on all indoor and outdoor areas to ensure a safe, hazard-free environment for every child.
Full policies available on request. We are transparent about all our safeguarding, health, safety and wellbeing procedures. Please ask to see our full policy pack during your visit or contact us at littlesunshinesdaycare@hotmail.com.
FAQs — Nursery Near Locksbottom
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.
Find Us — Near Locksbottom & Farnborough
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