--- title: "Busy Bees at Epsom Day Nursery | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-at-epsom-kt18-5dh-ey404028 description: "Busy Bees at Epsom, a day nursery — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.8/5 from 19 reviews. See fees, opening hours and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Busy Bees at Epsom Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 4.8 (19 Google reviews) · 12 The Parade, EPSOM, KT18 5DH · Surrey Number of places 68 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Surrey ## About this day nursery Busy Bees at Epsom is an Ofsted-rated 'Good' nursery, operating since 2009, that welcomes children aged 1 to 4 years old. Open all year round from 8am to 6pm, the day nursery provides a warm and engaging environment where children quickly settle into well-resourced rooms and confidently explore their surroundings. The curriculum, based on children's interests, ensures that children are happy and emotionally secure, developing negotiation and problem-solving skills through engaging activities. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive effective support from a dedicated SENCo who collaborates with parents and professionals to create swift, individualised plans. There is also effective support for children who speak English as an additional language, with staff learning keywords and translators providing specialist support. Outdoor learning is a key part of the experience, with children encouraged to be "garden detectives," exploring the nature garden, delighting in finding worms, and learning about their habitats and safety. Strong partnerships with parents are fostered through regular information exchange and collaboration with local health visiting teams, ensuring views are heard and children's progress is supported. The day nursery celebrates diversity, teaching children about different cultures and faiths like Black History and Diwali, fostering respect and understanding in the children. What it's like Children enjoy their time at the nursery, settling quickly in well-resourced rooms and confidently exploring the environment. They are emotionally secure, chatting with friends and engaging in activities, demonstrating negotiation and problem-solving skills. Happy, confident children Effective SEND support Outdoor learning Strong parent partnerships Diversity celebrated Skilled staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm, all year round Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2009 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bees at Epsom Last inspected 6 January 2023 · Kelli Wiseman 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 Inspector highlights - Children enjoy their time at the nursery and confidently explore the environment. - Children gain an understanding of the world around them, including safety and nature. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive effective support. - Partnerships with parents are strong, with effective information exchange and support. - Children learn about diversity, celebrating different cultures and faiths. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen the implementation of the curriculum to ensure activities are pitched at the correct level for all children and support their next steps in learning - 2 strengthen the opportunities for children to develop their independence and self- help skills even further. Inspection #10270060 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50207057) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) have effective support. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) uses assessments to identify gaps in learning and works with parents and other professionals to ensure swift plans are in place. This ensures children are continuously making progress. Outdoor space Staff encourage children to be garden detectives and check the nature garden is safe and secure before bug hunts. Children express delight in finding worms in the garden and learn about where they live. ## Google Reviews of Busy Bees at Epsom 4.8 (19 Google reviews) T. Charlotte .Q a year ago Both my kids are looked after by the lovely people of Busy Bees and among all, I love the leadership strategies of Leah the Centre Directress who sets an example for all those who step into the premises. The warm welcome and the availability at all times for parents is something extraordinary I see in her management. Thanks to Busy Bees management and staff for your dedication in giving the best. Keep growing. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNfNExIampnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e2111d8fdd1b:0xb2c3e2c7e4861368) Selma Rato 4 years ago Highly Recommend! My son went to this nursery and I couldn’t recommend enough. Brilliant staff. Both Laura and Carolina extremely supportive on my son’s education and development. Carolina played a huge part, as she is bilingual so my little one felt a lot more confident there. Staff very understanding and non-judgmental, rooms always very clean :) Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMyd2JqMVRnEAE!2m1!1s0x4875e2111d8fdd1b:0xb2c3e2c7e4861368) Caitlin 4 years ago Amazing nursery!!! My child loves in there. Everyone is so kind and make us feel part of the busy bees family. They are an outstanding nursery and as soon as you walk in you can tell everyone is so lovely and helpful Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMyZ2JfeDZBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875e2111d8fdd1b:0xb2c3e2c7e4861368) Михайло Никифорук 2 years ago Only the best impressions of the kindergarten!!!! There were certain fears before visiting the institution, because we are not local and the girls do not speak English. Fortunately, they all dissipated at the beginning. The atmosphere is very friendly. Thank you to the team for welcoming us into the busy bees family. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNKdmJ6cEtBEAE!2m1!1s0x4875e2111d8fdd1b:0xb2c3e2c7e4861368) Ana Marta Brito 4 years ago My toddler was struggling at a previous nursery and in desperation we tried a new start at Busy bees Epsom. If I knew how amazing his transformation would be I would of swapped him a year before! The staff is so loving and understanding, he loves everybody there and is such a happy feeling to see him going every morning with a happy face instead of in tears as before. Thank you all for all your hard work 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 highly recommend them Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURtbjRuQmZREAE!2m1!1s0x4875e2111d8fdd1b:0xb2c3e2c7e4861368) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees at Epsom. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=12881388707370111848&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: July 2010 - January 2023 Good - May 2018 Outstanding - April 2013 Outstanding - July 2010 Good ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees at Epsom ### Does Busy Bees at Epsom have an Ofsted rating? ### Which funded hours does Busy Bees at Epsom accept? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ### What stands out about the nursery’s care and learning? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### Is Busy Bees at Epsom suitable for under-twos? ### How many children are on roll at Busy Bees at Epsom? ## Nearby day nurseries in EPSOM Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees at Epsom. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Epsom Methodist Nursery Epsom · KT18 5AQ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/epsom-methodist-nursery-kt18-5aq-122504 - Ofsted rating unavailable 0.2 mi ### Monkey Puzzle Epsom Surrey · KT17 4QB 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/monkey-puzzle-epsom-kt17-4qb-2793973 - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Bright Horizons Epsom Waltham House Day Nursery and Preschool Epsom · KT18 5EH 4.0(9 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-epsom-waltham-house-day-nursery-and-preschool-kt18-5eh-ey289713 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Fennies Epsom Epsom · KT19 8TH 3.9(22 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/fennies-epsom-kt19-8th-ey481429 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Shapes Day Nursery Epsom · KT18 7RL 4.7(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/shapes-day-nursery-kt18-7rl-ey498743 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Kindergarten at St Joseph's Epsom · KT18 7RT https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-kindergarten-at-st-joseph-s-ltd-kt18-7rt-ey429414 See all nurseries in EPSOM →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=EPSOM ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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