A caring, experienced team • Safe, stimulating sessions • Inclusive support for every child

A warm, happy start for little learners (ages 2–4) in Bexley, Bexleyheath & Mottingham

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Welcome to Bexley Bears Preschool

At Bexley Bears, children arrive happy and eager to begin the day, greeted warmly by our team and supported to settle quickly into play-based learning.


We offer a broad, ambitious curriculum that helps children build confidence, independence and a genuine love of learning—through stories, imaginative play, creative activities, outdoor exploration and plenty of talk and discovery. 

Why families choose Bexley Bears

OFSTED RATING GOOD
Across quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.


A REAL LOVE OF BOOKS AND EARLY READING
Books are central to our day, supporting language development and a lifelong love of stories.


INCLUSIVE FOR EVERY CHILD

Our support for children with SEND is a real strength, with thoughtful adaptations and ongoing staff training.


POSITIVE ROUTINES & INDEPENDENCE

Children are encouraged to do things for themselves—like helping at snack time and taking pride in tidying up.



CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY

We reflect the diverse families we serve and help children feel valued, settled and confident.

Why families choose Bexley Bears

OFSTED RATING GOOD
Across quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management.


A REAL LOVE OF BOOKS AND EARLY READING
Books are central to our day, supporting language development and a lifelong love of stories.


INCLUSIVE FOR EVERY CHILD

Our support for children with SEND is a real strength, with thoughtful adaptations and ongoing staff training.


POSITIVE ROUTINES & INDEPENDENCE

Children are encouraged to do things for themselves—like helping at snack time and taking pride in tidying up.



CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY

We reflect the diverse families we serve and help children feel valued, settled and confident.

Sessions & age range

Ages: 2 to 4 years

Places: Up to 28 children

Funding: We accept funded early education places for eligible children.


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What learning looks like at Bexley Bears

Our curriculum is designed to prepare children for their next stage (including school), while keeping childhood joyful and play-filled.

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Sharing stories and enjoying books throughout the day

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Building language through songs, rhyme, conversation and imaginative play

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Developing independence at snack and tidy-up times

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A Safe, Inclusive and Supportive Preschool Environment

Strong partnerships with parents, effective safeguarding, funded childcare options and inclusive support for SEND and EAL children.

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A Safe, Inclusive and Supportive Preschool Environment

Strong partnerships with parents, effective safeguarding, funded childcare options and inclusive support for SEND and EAL children.

Children and teacher building with colorful blocks at a table in a classroom.
Girl wearing a pink shirt and a headband with a cupcake decoration, looking to the side.
Child's hand stacking colorful toy blocks. Other toys in soft focus background.
A smiling toddler peeking around a yellow wall; orange wall in background.
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