--- title: "Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton | Ofsted: Good | Reviews" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-carshalton-sm5-4ph-954267 description: "Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.2/5 from 10 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 Carshalton Ofsted: Good (Jul 2025) · 4.2 (10 Google reviews) · The Old Chapel, Kenny Drive, Carshalton, SM5 4PH · Sutton Number of places 98 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2025 Local authority Sutton ## About this day nursery 30am to 6pm. The day nursery received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 4th July 2025. Staff are highly responsive to children's interests and needs, planning engaging activities that support and extend their learning. Children are happy and settled, developing a positive attitude to learning and building secure attachments with staff. The curriculum is ambitious, and staff closely monitor children's development, quickly addressing any gaps in learning. Staff are well-supported with a wide range of training opportunities, enhancing their confidence and ability to support children effectively. The nursery has strong SEND provision, with staff working closely with parents and other professionals to create individual education plans. Outdoor learning is a key feature, with children enjoying activities like a 'bear hunt' in the garden and various sports sessions in well-resourced outdoor spaces. Staff actively engage with children outside, extending their play through activities such as making marks with paint brushes and water. The nursery also promotes healthy lifestyles, with children learning about good food choices and participating in physical activities. Parents have expressed satisfaction with the nursery, noting their children enjoy attending and have good relationships with staff. What it's like Staff provide a warm and welcoming environment where children arrive happily and confidently explore activities. Staff are highly responsive to children's interests and needs, planning engaging activities that support and extend their learning. Children are happy and settled, developing a positive attitude to learning and building secure attachments with staff. Warm environment Responsive staff Ambitious curriculum Strong SEND support Engaging outdoor play Promotes healthy living ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday between 7.30am and 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton Last inspected 4 July 2025 · Becky Phillips 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 - Leaders and staff regularly reflect on their practice and make positive improvements based on parent feedback. - Staff closely monitor children's development, quickly addressing any gaps to ensure all children make good progress. - Staff have access to a wide range of training opportunities, leading to increased confidence and improved support for children's learning. - Staff follow good procedures to support children's understanding of healthy lifestyles and promote physical activities. - Staff are effective role models for behaviour, setting clear expectations and fostering kindness and sharing among children. Areas to develop - 1 continue to develop communication with parents so they feel up to date and involved in the nursery and their children's learning - 2 review how transitions between activities are organised to ensure all children stay engaged and do not lose interest. Inspection #10401630 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50283953) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents are happy with the nursery and state their children enjoy attending and have good relationships with the staff Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities effectively. They work closely with parents and other professionals to meet children's individual needs and create individual education plans to support their development. Outdoor space Children delight in going on a 'bear hunt' in the garden, with staff acting out parts and children excitedly joining in. Children also enjoy a range of physical activities, such as sports sessions, and spend a lot of time in the well-resourced gardens. Staff engage well with children and support and extend their play outside, such as making marks with paint brushes and water. ## Google Reviews of Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton 4.2 (10 Google reviews) Olivia Haran a year ago We love busy bees and they look after my son like he’s their own! Couldn’t recommend enough Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJRDNwYkRCOXNyeEdBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876078ac3226315:0xd76c34e12d461f60) Kylee Trevillion 2 years ago All of the staff I have encountered at the Carshalton Beeches branch are very welcoming, compassionate and nurturing. My child really enjoys going there and happily runs in to class each morning. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURKd3I3SUNBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876078ac3226315:0xd76c34e12d461f60) Viktoria D 7 years ago The BEST Nursery!!! Amazing staff, clean, bright and comfortable rooms, spacious garden, healthy food preparing on the own kitchen. My son always running in the nursery and definitely happy in Busy Bees!!! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURZLW9yRUJBEAE!2m1!1s0x4876078ac3226315:0xd76c34e12d461f60) Alexandra Davis 4 years ago We couldn't be happier with our Son's 4+ years at Busy Bees. The team are so wonderful and their care for the children cannot be faulted. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2d1pLUVF3EAE!2m1!1s0x4876078ac3226315:0xd76c34e12d461f60) Amanda Onwah 2 years ago Horrible experience Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURqLWRtTHRnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876078ac3226315:0xd76c34e12d461f60) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=15522840157371113312&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: January 2009 - July 2025 Good - October 2022 Good - October 2016 Good - December 2012 Good - January 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton ### What is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton working on improving? ### What do parents say about Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton? ### Where is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton located? ### How does Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton support children with SEND? ### Which funded hours does Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton accept? ### Outdoor space at Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton? ## Nearby day nurseries in Carshalton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees Day Nursery at Carshalton. - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Jancett Childcare, Stanley Park Road, Wallington Wallington · SM6 0EU 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/jancett-childcare-stanley-park-road-wallington-sm6-0eu-ey469988 - Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Jancett Childcare, Stanley Park Road, Wallington Wallington · SM6 0EU 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/jancett-childcare-stanley-park-road-wallington-sm6-0eu-2515663 - Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Jancett Childcare, Park Lane, Carshalton Carshalton · SM5 3EE 4.8(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/jancett-childcare-park-lane-carshalton-sm5-3ee-ey469964 - Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Mini Treasures Nursery Wallington London · SM6 9AY 4.6(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/mini-treasures-nursery-wallington-sm6-9ay-2707995 - Awaiting first inspection 1.1 mi ### Littlella's Childcare Wallington · SM6 9AY 5.0(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/littlella-s-childcare-sm6-9ay-2838842 - Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Bright Horizons Carshalton Day Nursery And Preschool Carshalton · SM5 3PZ 3.8(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-carshalton-day-nursery-and-preschool-sm5-3pz-ey542720 See all nurseries in Carshalton →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=Carshalton ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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