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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [North West](/search?region=North+West) 4. Bee Curious Childcare # Bee Curious Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (May 2025) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Glebe Farm, Astbury, Congleton, CW12 4RQ · Cheshire East Number of places 27 places Age range 1–3 yrs Last inspected May 2025 Local authority Cheshire East About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Bee Curious Childcare, founded by Caroline Akker, a former Primary School Teacher specialising in Early Years, started as Bee Curious Childminding in June 2021. Following its quick success and an 'Outstanding in All Areas' Ofsted report, it expanded into a full-fledged childcare setting in January 2024. Now located at Glebe Farm, Bee Curious Childcare is committed to providing a stimulating and nurturing learning environment that encourages curiosity and independent learning. The setting takes pride in its unique approach, incorporating the Curiosity Approach and Forest Schoolethoses, alongside the EYFS and Development Matters frameworks. It aims to offer a 'home from home' atmosphere, fostering a sense of community among children and their families. The team, composed of qualified teachers and experienced early years practitioners, all hold a minimum CACHE Level 3 in Childcare and are paediatric first aid trained, ensuring a high standard of care and education. They are dedicated to celebrating each child's individuality and adapting to their specific needs and interests. The nursery offers flexible childcare options, including full-time and part-time places, and can accommodate early drop-offs and late pick-ups by prior arrangement where possible. With a focus on creating a supportive and engaging space, Bee Curious Childcare strives to maintain the exceptional quality of care that defined its childminding beginnings. Our ethos Providing quality childcare working to the EYFS and Development Matters frameworks and the Curiosity Approach and Forest School ethoses. Our setting is full of provocations and invitations to play and is set up to provide a stimulating learning environment for all types of schema and children's individual interests. What it's like Children are extremely happy and settled at this highly nurturing and caring nursery. The inspirational leaders and staff are dedicated to their roles and work tirelessly to provide the very best care and education for children. Leaders and staff are passionate about their whole nursery community and aim to do the very best they can for all children, families and staff. Forest School Ethos Curiosity Approach Accredited Experienced Teachers Home-from-home Setting Flexible Childcare ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Food Includes breakfast, morning and afternoon snack and drinks all day. Hot lunch also included (provided by Le Cafe at Glebe Farm). Opening hours 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday; closed for 2 weeks at Christmas. Session types Full day, Term time only, Year round care, Part time, Full time Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Bee Curious Childcare Inspection date May 2025 Inspection no. 10397670 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280565)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2771677) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.beecuriouschildcare.co.uk/) Glebe Farm, Astbury, Congleton, CW12 4RQ Opening hours 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday; closed for 2 weeks at Christmas. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=bee-curious-childcare-cw12-4rq-2771677) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Bee Curious Childcare Last inspected 28 May 2025 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are extremely happy and settled at this highly nurturing and caring nursery. The inspirational leaders and staff are dedicated to their roles and work tirelessly to provide the very best care and education for children. Leaders and staff are passionate about their whole nursery community and aim to do the very best they can for all children, families and staff. Inspector highlights - Staff use every possible opportunity to use children's interests and independent play to support their learning. - Leaders and staff are passionate about encouraging children to develop an early love of reading and books. - Children take part in an amazing array of thoughtfully planned trips, visits and experiences. - Children learn about celebrations and a variety of cultures. - The quality of education provided is of a consistently high standard because professional development for all staff is a priority. Inspection #10397670 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280565) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > confident, thriving and love going to this very special nursery Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Outside, children cuddle up with staff and enjoy listening to a book about sunflowers near their growing area. Children enjoy visiting the animals on the farm and splash in puddles on the paths around the farm and enjoy sharing a snack in a shelter watched over by a Shetland pony. ## Parent Reviews of Bee Curious Childcare 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIS_6RDnuRfuS-vA7zqDV8jojCzJRqNMnemCS5zvZ0CmrF3zME=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Spyroulla Mousikou Psomas 11 months ago Fantastic nursery! The staff are absolutely brilliant with the children, always so kind and caring. The activities they plan are fun and varied. There is a lovely outdoor play area as well as the added benefit that Bee Curious is located at Glebe Farm, so the children often explore the farm, get to feed the animals and visit the shops. Fresh and varied menu provided by Le Cafe at the farm. The setting is clean with separate areas for different age groups. Would highly recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2twcFdHb3lhMnhqVGxOTFFWWndNRXAwYWpoRFYwRRAB!2m1!1s0x487a4562f2bc550f:0xc7004d69864e5457) Reviews from Google for Bee Curious Childcare. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14339546329167844439&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 28 May 2025 Outstanding Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50280565) ## Frequently asked about Bee Curious Childcare ### What is the capacity at Bee Curious Childcare? ### What part of the country is Bee Curious Childcare in? ### Which funded childcare options does Bee Curious Childcare accept? ## About the setting Bee Curious Childcare registered in 2024 is situated in Glebe Farm, Astbury, Cheshire. The nursery employs 14 members of childcare staff, 10 of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications. The nursery is open all year round, from 7.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, except for two weeks at Christmas. It provides government funded childcare. URN 2771677 Registered person Akker, Caroline Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Not applicable ## Nearby day nurseries in Congleton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Bee Curious Childcare. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Cherubs and Imps Day Nursery Congleton · CW12 1JY ](/nursery/cherubs-and-imps-day-nursery-cw12-1jy-ey451470) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### The Nursery Congleton · CW12 4BA 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/the-nursery-cw12-4ba-2516417) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Kids Planet Congleton Congleton · CW12 4AB ](/nursery/kids-planet-congleton-cw12-4ab-ey559319) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Corner House Nursery Astbury Congleton · CW12 3AY ](/nursery/corner-house-nursery-astbury-cw12-3ay-ey501263) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Friendly Faces Nursery Congleton · CW12 1HZ ](/nursery/friendly-faces-nursery-cw12-1hz-2590840) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### MASK (Mossley After School Club) Congleton · CW12 3HX 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/mask-mossley-after-school-club-ltd-cw12-3hx-ey251110) [See all nurseries in Congleton →](/search?q=Congleton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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