--- title: "Busy Bees at Harrow Day Nursery | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-at-harrow-ha1-2qz-ey246603 description: "Busy Bees at Harrow, a day nursery — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.5/5 from 17 reviews. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # Busy Bees at Harrow Ofsted: Good (Apr 2024) · 4.5 (17 Google reviews) · 1 Francis Road, Harrow, HA1 2QZ · Harrow Number of places 56 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2024 Local authority Harrow ## About this day nursery Busy Bees at Harrow, located in Kenton, London Borough of Harrow, operates Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, all year round except for bank holidays. Established in June 2019 (formerly Treetops Harrow), this childcare setting provides a nurturing environment for children aged 0 to 4 years. The latest Ofsted inspection, dated 11/04/2024, rated the day nursery as 'Good' overall across all categories. Parents consistently report that the information they share is effectively used to help their children settle in, fostering a sense of safety and security. Strong bonds are formed between children and staff, who use favourite toys, stories, and songs to ease children into nursery life. Communication with parents is excellent, facilitated through face-to-face handovers and an online app, ensuring they are always up-to-date with their child's learning journey. The curriculum is implemented with high expectations, and individualised activities are planned based on children's interests and developmental stages. The day nursery is proactive in identifying and addressing developmental gaps, swiftly obtaining parental consent for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and making referrals for additional support through the local authority when needed. All children enjoy daily access to the garden, promoting outdoor learning and physical activity. Older children are encouraged to develop independence, even using a 'magic trick' to put on their coats before heading outside. This approach extends to children acting as helpers during snack and mealtimes, promoting responsibility. The nursery also effectively supports children learning English as an additional language by incorporating key words from their home languages. Healthy lifestyle choices are promoted, with children learning about dental hygiene and nutritious foods. What it's like Parents describe how the information they share is used to support their child settling into this nursery. Children feel safe and secure, as they form strong bonds with staff who use favourite toys, stories and songs to help children become familiar with the nursery. Face-to-face handovers and information shared via an online app ensure that parents feel up to date with their children's learning. Good Ofsted rating Strong parent partnership Individualised learning Outdoor play daily Supports SEND Promotes independence Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bees at Harrow Last inspected 11 April 2024 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 - Staff effectively plan for their key children, considering individual interests and developmental stages. - Children are encouraged to develop independence, with older children acting as helpers during snack and mealtimes. - Children are well supported to develop their understanding and use of English, with staff utilising key words in home languages. - Children learn about healthy life choices, brushing their teeth and discussing nutritious foods. - Parents feel well informed and supported, appreciating the flexible approach and positive relationships with staff. Areas to develop - 1 review routine activities, particularly around mealtimes, to ensure that opportunities are incorporated for children to be independent - 2 plan more opportunities to include numbers and counting into activities for all children. Inspection #10333761 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50243882) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents describe how the information they share is used to support their child settling into this nursery." > "Parents describe how using a joint approach between home and nursery enables children to quickly make progress." > "Parents describe their children as being extremely well cared for." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Gaps in children's development are swiftly identified and addressed. Parental consent is obtained for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities and referrals for additional support are quickly made through the local authority. Outdoor space All children have access to outside space and spend time each day in the garden. Older children use a 'magic trick', laying their coats on the floor and flicking them over their head to put them on, in preparation for going out into the garden. ## Google Reviews of Busy Bees at Harrow 4.5 (17 Google reviews) Eunice Ng 2 months ago My son absolutely loved his time at Busy Bees Harrow. The staff are amazing, so friendly, super caring and full of love. They created such a happy and welcoming environment. He always came home smiling and excited about the activities he had done. We are so grateful for all the support and attention they gave him and we couldn’t have asked for a better start to his early years. Highly recommended! 😊 Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pGcGVrTjBhbU51WVRsd1RXOTVaMFZDYjJkbVpYYxAB!2m1!1s0x4876139a4b923a61:0xd2f50e6c707484b3) Shires Property and Management Ltd a year ago My daughter started Nursery in April and she loves it so much, the staff at this nursery is friendly and provides everything a child needs. She is two and an half and she really likes everyone there especially her teacher Shana :) Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNucHAyazlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876139a4b923a61:0xd2f50e6c707484b3) Claire Thistle 7 years ago Really welcoming and child friendly environment. The staff always keen to go above and beyond to help with any problems I incurred. I felt very comfortable knowing my daughter was in safe hands. The girls in all the rooms were lovely and very warm. Didn't feel judged at all and when I wanted things done in a particular way the girls made sure it happened. Fantastic management team as well!!! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a nursery Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNJaW9iakZREAE!2m1!1s0x4876139a4b923a61:0xd2f50e6c707484b3) zenub chinwalla 6 years ago Very pleased with this nursery. Staff is wonderfully warm, friendly and loving across all rooms. We had started my daughter in the baby room when she was 14 months old for two half days in a week. Fatima, Ayesha and Christine were lovely and carried her around almost all the time to help her settle, but I guess she was just not ready then. We gave a break and joined her back when she was around 22 months for four half days. They guided us to join her straight in the toddlers room, although she was two months short of her required age. Initially, Channel was her key teacher, incredibly warm and gentle and Zoya instantly took on her. Futura too is simply amazing. From feeding Zoya personally to helping her build her social skills, she too has been very instrumental in shaping up my girl. Her current Key teacher is Reanah. She is such a happy and positive person and makes great effort to help Zoya participate in all the beautiful activities they plan daily with kids. This time to our surprise, she settled within less than a week and totally loves the place and looks forward to going to her nursery. I was very impressed to see a young male teacher in the staff too. Philip is great with kids and my daughter loves him as much as she loves all the other staff members, Anukshi, Masuma, Esther, Amy and Stacey. Management team is equally fantastic. Frankie too is remarkably warm and always accommodating, whenever need be. I’m also very pleased with the lovely variety of food they serve. At first my daughter would hardly ever eat and now she finishes her entire meal on her own. The apps are very helpful too and we have regular updates on it with detailed feedbacks about the child’s progress once every month. Can’t recommend Busy Bee Harrow on the hill nursery enough! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURzZ2NUdFJnEAE!2m1!1s0x4876139a4b923a61:0xd2f50e6c707484b3) E 4 years ago We're very happy with Busy Bees Harrow. The staff there are wonderful - very supportive and offer our children a holistic learning experience. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURxeHBMN19BRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876139a4b923a61:0xd2f50e6c707484b3) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees at Harrow. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=15201071976164918451&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: April 2013 - February 2024 Good - April 2022 Good - December 2016 Outstanding - April 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees at Harrow ### How was Busy Bees at Harrow rated by Ofsted? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What strengths stand out at Busy Bees at Harrow? ### What is the nursery working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in Harrow Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees at Harrow. - Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### TODDLE IN GROUP Harrow · HA3 8LU 4.6(20 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/toddle-in-group-ha3-8lu-509008 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Monkey Puzzle Day Nursery Harrow Harrow · HA1 2LS 5.0(64 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/monkey-puzzle-day-nursery-harrow-ha1-2ls-2578175 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Bright Little Stars Harrow Harrow · HA1 2JL 4.5(59 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-little-stars-harrow-ha1-2jl-ey542344 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### St Bertha Daycare Harrow · HA3 8DB 3.9(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/st-bertha-daycare-ha3-8db-2594576 - Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Happy Days Nursery Harrow · HA1 2UA 4.3(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/happy-days-nursery-ha1-2ua-ey548976 - Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Bright Horizons Kenton Day Nursery and Preschool Harrow · HA3 0LJ 3.9(20 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-kenton-day-nursery-and-preschool-ha3-0lj-ey286324 See all nurseries in Harrow →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Harrow ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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The staff are amazing, so friendly, super caring and full of love. They created such a happy and welcoming environment. He always came home smiling and excited about the activities he had done. We are so grateful for all the support and attention they gave him and we couldn’t have asked for a better start to his early years. Highly recommended! 😊", "datePublished": "2026-02-24T22:40:15.034857443Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Shires Property and Management Ltd" }, "reviewBody": "My daughter started Nursery in April and she loves it so much , the staff at this nursery is friendly and provides everything a child needs . She is two and an half and she really likes everyone there especially her teacher Shana :)", "datePublished": "2024-09-25T14:47:26.383093Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Claire Thistle" }, "reviewBody": "Really welcoming and child friendly environment. The staff always keen to go above and beyond to help with any problems I incurred. I felt very comfortable knowing my daughter was in safe hands. The girls in all the rooms were lovely and very warm. Didn't feel judged at all and when I wanted things done in a particular way the girls made sure it happened. Fantastic management team as well!!! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a nursery", "datePublished": "2018-11-06T19:36:26.330564160Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "zenub chinwalla" }, "reviewBody": "Very pleased with this nursery. Staff is wonderfully warm, friendly and loving across all rooms. We had started my daughter in the baby room when she was 14 months old for two half days in a week. Fatima, Ayesha and Christine were lovely and carried her around almost all the time to help her settle, but I guess she was just not ready then.\n\nWe gave a break and joined her back when she was around 22 months for four half days. They guided us to join her straight in the toddlers room, although she was two months short of her required age. Initially, Channel was her key teacher, incredibly warm and gentle and Zoya instantly took on her. Futura too is simply amazing. From feeding Zoya personally to helping her build her social skills, she too has been very instrumental in shaping up my girl. Her current Key teacher is Reanah. She is such a happy and positive person and makes great effort to help Zoya participate in all the beautiful activities they plan daily with kids. This time to our surprise, she settled within less than a week and totally loves the place and looks forward to going to her nursery.\n\nI was very impressed to see a young male teacher in the staff too. Philip is great with kids and my daughter loves him as much as she loves all the other staff members, Anukshi, Masuma, Esther, Amy and Stacey. Management team is equally fantastic. Frankie too is remarkably warm and always accommodating, whenever need be.\n\nI’m also very pleased with the lovely variety of food they serve. At first my daughter would hardly ever eat and now she finishes her entire meal on her own. 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