--- title: "Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-ashford-godinton-tn23-3jr-ey468990 description: "Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.7/5 from 20 reviews. See 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 Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton Ofsted: Good (Aug 2022) · 4.7 (20 Google reviews) · Godinton Cp School, Lockholt Close, ASHFORD, TN23 3JR · Kent Number of places 108 places Age range 1–5 yrs Last inspected Aug 2022 Local authority Kent ## About this day nursery Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton, registered with Ofsted in 2013, provides childcare for children aged 1 to 5 years old. Open from 8am to 6pm, 51 weeks a year, this all-year setting received a Good rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on August 4, 2022. Children are warmly welcomed by kind staff, quickly settling in and forming strong relationships that contribute to a secure and positive environment for learning and social development. The nursery focuses on fostering independence; babies are supported in feeding themselves, and older children participate in making decisions about their surroundings and activities, such as designing their home corner. The nursery offers a rich learning environment, both indoors and out. Children have access to a large outdoor space, encouraging physical development through running, climbing, and biking, promoting daily exercise and healthy living. Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton expertly supports children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). A knowledgeable staff team and an effective special educational needs coordinator work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure every child receives tailored support, enabling them to make good progress. The curriculum is carefully tailored to individual needs, with staff demonstrating a sound understanding of child development across the seven areas of learning. Engaging activities are delivered, leading to high levels of emotional well-being and good progress in learning and development. Parents consistently commend the caring staff and the noticeable progress their children make at the nursery, appreciating the guidance provided to support learning at home. What it's like Children arrive happily and confidently, settling quickly due to strong relationships with kind staff. They show high levels of respect and enjoy a positive atmosphere for learning and social development. Children are also developing independence, with babies supported in feeding themselves and older children making decisions about their environment, such as designing a Hawaiian-themed home corner. Strong parent partnerships Focus on independence Tailored curriculum Good SEND provision Positive learning atmosphere Large outdoor space ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2013 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton Last inspected 4 August 2022 · Jasmine Nelson 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 have a sound knowledge of children's development and tailor the curriculum to individual needs. - Children enjoy making their own choices during play. - Staff implement a consistent routine and have high expectations for children's behaviour. - Staff recognise the importance of communication and language from an early age. - Partnerships with parents are very good. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff confidence to extend children's learning during periods of self-chosen play - 2 use consistent and effective questioning techniques to give children time to think and respond, to further promote their language skills. Inspection #10228093 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50193902) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak very highly of the caring and kind staff team. > They are happy with the progress their children have made since attending the setting. > parents appreciate the ideas on how to support learning at home. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported by the knowledgeable staff team. The special educational needs coordinator liaises effectively with staff, parents and other external agencies to ensure children receive the support they need. Due to this support, children with SEND make progress in their development. Outdoor space Children have the freedom to explore their indoor and outdoor environments. They have access to a large outdoor space which gives them a variety of opportunities to develop their physical skills. Children have fun as they run, climb, and ride bikes, encouraging daily exercise and a healthy lifestyle. ## Google Reviews of Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton 4.7 (20 Google reviews) Emilie Arthur 2 years ago The whole team are lovely and friendly and provide a real family feel to the setting. Whether they look after my child in their room or not, they're smiley and welcoming. I love the variety of activities they do each day and experiences they provide my child with. I know when I leave him he's in safe hands here. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR4NXFLdzV3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47deda210a601aa5:0xfadaacc9680fb128) Stacey Tillott 3 years ago Fantastic nursery. Staff are very friendly, engaged and warm. It’s always a positive atmosphere with lots of variety in activities and great updates on child’s day. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQtX0tUQnJRRRAB!2m1!1s0x47deda210a601aa5:0xfadaacc9680fb128) Anda Ferreira 6 years ago Fantastic and friendly place with caring and wonderful staff members! My daughter loves going to this nursery.Thank you Dona, Rachel and Charlotte for all your care, smiles and hard work😊. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURrZzl5M05REAE!2m1!1s0x47deda210a601aa5:0xfadaacc9680fb128) Halima Ali 5 years ago Rude caretaker. Huffing and puffing. When asked which way to drive out he replied with, ‘can you not read?’ Came to register my son at the nursery. Definitely won’t be sending him there. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNpbm9xdFd3EAE!2m1!1s0x47deda210a601aa5:0xfadaacc9680fb128) Leonardo Rossetti 3 years ago Our son attends two days a week and is thriving there. He always looks forward to attending. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNSNk03dlhnEAE!2m1!1s0x47deda210a601aa5:0xfadaacc9680fb128) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=18075950035439169832&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2013 - August 2022 Good - October 2016 Good - November 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton ### Is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton suitable for under-twos? ### How was Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton rated by Ofsted? ### What stands out in the latest inspection at Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton? ### Which funded places are accepted at Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton? ### Where is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton located? ### When does Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton open? ## Nearby day nurseries in ASHFORD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees Day Nursery at Ashford Godinton. - Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### St. Mary's Nursery Ashford · TN23 1ND https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/st-mary-s-nursery-tn23-1nd-127605 - Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Great Chart and Singleton Pre-School Ashford · TN23 5LB https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/great-chart-and-singleton-pre-school-tn23-5lb-127208 - Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Victoria Park Day Nursery Ashford · TN23 4QD https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/victoria-park-day-nursery-cic-tn23-4qd-ey439746 - Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Kiddie Kapers Neighbourhood Nursery Ashford · TN23 4EY 4.4(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/kiddie-kapers-neighbourhood-nursery-tn23-4ey-ey295433 - Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Ashford Play Nursery Ashford · TN24 8NZ 3.7(9 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/ashford-play-nursery-tn24-8nz-126983 - Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Cre8tive Play @ Sharen Jane's Ashford · TN24 8NY 5.0(5 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/cre8tive-play-sharen-jane-s-ltd-tn24-8ny-2728517 See all nurseries in ASHFORD →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=ASHFORD ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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