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Busy Bee Day Nursery # Busy Bee Day Nursery in Bristol Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2021) · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 268 Wells Road, Bristol, BS4 2PN · Bristol Number of places 48 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority Bristol 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 Busy Bee Day Nursery, established in 2018, provides childcare in Bristol for children aged 1 to 4 years. Open Monday to Friday from 8am to 5:30pm all year round, it received a Good rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 23 November 2021. Children at Busy Bee Day Nursery are described as happy, safe, and settled, forming strong bonds with the caring and nurturing staff. The nursery offers a wide range of well-planned activities based on children's interests, allowing them to confidently make independent choices about their play and resources. The curriculum is effectively understood by staff, who plan well to support children's learning and development, encouraging problem-solving. Leaders at Busy Bee Day Nursery have high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator works effectively with external agencies to provide support for each child. The nursery places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning; staff have received training to provide opportunities for children to experience outdoor activities in a local forest environment. The recently restyled garden also offers ample opportunities for imaginative play and physical development, with children enjoying ride-on toys in the outdoor area. Parents speak very positively about the nursery and their children's progress, particularly appreciating the support received during the COVID-19 pandemic through online meetings and telephone calls, and looking forward to face-to-face meetings within the nursery. Children are also supported in developing increasing independence, such as managing their own outdoor clothing, preparing them for their transition to school. What it's like Children show that they are happy, safe and settled and have developed close, strong bonds with the caring and nurturing staff. They join in with a wide range of well-planned activities based on their interests and confidently make independent choices about what to do and what resources to use. Children adapt well to the current arrangements where parents do not enter the nursery setting, with older children confidently saying goodbye to parents at the entrance and excitedly starting to play. Happy, safe and settled children Strong staff bonds Child-led activities Strong SEND provision Outdoor learning opportunities Positive parent feedback ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Busy Bee Day Nursery Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10174901 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174656)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY555996) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=busy-bee-day-nursery-bs4-2pn-ey555996) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday from 8am to 5.30pm, all year round Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bee Day Nursery Last inspected 23 November 2021 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children show that they are happy, safe and settled and have developed close, strong bonds with the caring and nurturing staff. They join in with a wide range of well-planned activities based on their interests and confidently make independent choices about what to do and what resources to use. Children adapt well to the current arrangements where parents do not enter the nursery setting, with older children confidently saying goodbye to parents at the entrance and excitedly starting to play. Inspector highlights - Children show they are happy, safe and settled, forming strong bonds with staff. - Children engage in well-planned activities based on their interests and make independent choices. - Leaders have high expectations for all children, including those with SEND, and the SENCo works well with external agencies. - Parents speak very positively about the nursery and the progress their children make. - Staff have a good understanding of their curriculum and effectively support children's learning and development. Areas to develop - 1 increase opportunities for all staff to develop rich, meaningful story times - 2 ensure that group activities are suitable for the age range and stage of development of all the children. Inspection #10174901 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174656) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that they have been very well supported by staff through online meetings and telephone calls during the COVID-19 pandemic. > they state that they are appreciative that the next parents' meetings will take place face to face inside the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Leaders have high expectations for all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The special educational needs coordinator is passionate and committed to her role and works well with external agencies to support each child. Outdoor space Staff have received training and provide opportunities for children to experience outdoor activities in a local forest environment. They have recently restyled the garden to provide more opportunities for imaginative play, which children make good use of. There are ample opportunities for children's physical development, as they navigate the outdoor area on ride-on toys. ## Parent Reviews of Busy Bee Day Nursery 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKtpTOHJafNt5DCHRfZ16TL6N3z3N5XaJxDWcqkttCFkkVHlg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Jasmine a week ago Really kind staff and I feel comfortable to put my kids here! 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50174656) ## Frequently asked about Busy Bee Day Nursery ### What ages of children does Busy Bee Day Nursery look after? ### How is Busy Bee Day Nursery classified by Ofsted? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### Which funded hours does Busy Bee Day Nursery accept? ### What stands out in Busy Bee Day Nursery’s latest inspection? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bristol Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bee Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Court House Day Nursery Bristol · BS4 2PU 4.9(7 reviews) ](/nursery/court-house-day-nursery-bs4-2pu-ey370589) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Mama Bear's Day Nursery Bristol · BS4 2BA 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/mama-bear-s-day-nursery-bs4-2ba-ey471520) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Partou Little Big Steps Day Nursery & Pre-School Bristol · BS4 1DQ 4.2(10 reviews) ](/nursery/partou-little-big-steps-day-nursery-pre-school-bs4-1dq-ey421623) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.9 mi ### Hamilton Pre-School Bristol · BS4 4HP ](/nursery/hamilton-pre-school-bs4-4hp-106967) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-School, Bristol Bristol · BS1 6QH 4.6(9 reviews) ](/nursery/your-co-op-little-pioneers-nursery-and-pre-school-bristol-bs1-6qh-150720) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Little Adventures Nursery (Bristol St Philips) Bristol · BS2 0LP ](/nursery/little-adventures-nursery-bristol-st-philips-bs2-0lp-2798157) [See all nurseries in Bristol →](/search?q=Bristol) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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