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Busy Bees Day Nursery at Chislehurst

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2021)
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3.9(11 parent reviews) ·Farringtons School, Perry Street, CHISLEHURST, BR7 6LR · Bromley
Number of places
100 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2021
Local authority
Bromley

About this day nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery at Chislehurst, established in 2005, operates from Farringtons School in Chislehurst, providing childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30 pm for 51 weeks of the year.

During its latest Ofsted inspection on 25/11/2021, the nursery received an overall rating of 'Good'. Children here are noted for being confident and happy, developing warm relationships with staff who know them well.

They engage cooperatively in imaginative play and feel safe and secure within the nursery environment. Children are actively encouraged to lead their own learning and contribute to decisions about their environment, for instance, through a monthly 'children's council'.

The nursery provides an inclusive and challenging curriculum, with leaders and staff holding high expectations for all children. Younger children benefit from outdoor learning opportunities, using climbing equipment and balance bikes to develop physical skills, and all children learn how to manage risks safely.

The setting supports children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including those with additional funding, ensuring they make good progress from their individual starting points. Staff are consistent in their communication and teach new vocabulary, fostering strong language and communication skills.

The nursery also introduces children to different cultures and languages, such as French songs and Spanish vocabulary, as part of a well-planned curriculum to prepare them for life in modern Britain.

What it's like

Children are confident and happy, enjoying warm relationships with staff who know them well. They play cooperatively, are imaginative, and feel safe and secure in the nursery. Children are actively involved in leading their own learning and making decisions about their nursery environment.

Confident and happy childrenWarm relationships with staffChild-led learningGood progress for allStrong parent partnerships with parentsRich vocabulary development

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

weekday from 7.15am to 6.30pm for 51 weeks of the year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Chislehurst

Last inspected 25 November 2021 · Justine O'Hare

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 are confident and happy, enjoying warm relationships with staff who know them well. They play cooperatively, are imaginative, and feel safe and secure in the nursery. Children are actively involved in leading their own learning and making decisions about their nursery environment.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are confident and happy and enjoy warm relationships with staff.
  • Children share ideas and lead their own learning.
  • Children, including those with additional funding, make good progress from their individual starting points.
  • Leaders and staff have exceptionally good relationships with parents.
  • Staff are consistent in how they talk to the children and teach them new vocabulary.

Areas to develop

  • 1improve further the support for children who speak English as an additional language to make even better progress in their learning and development
  • 2make sure the supervision and induction of temporary staff is robust enough to implement the curriculum intent effectively.
Inspection #10215835 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children, including those with additional funding, make good progress from their individual starting points.

Outdoor space

Younger children develop their physical skills outdoors using climbing equipment and balance bikes. Children know how to keep safe and manage risks safely; they know how to climb the stairs safely on the way to the garden.

Parent Reviews of Busy Bees Day Nursery at Chislehurst

3.9
(11)
Olivia Wright
a year ago

We had a positive experience until the management changed, at that point we saw the staff that my son loved leave (all because of the management), and replaced with agency staff. My son would go in everyday crying, with a stranger sat on their phone and not doing anything to help console him - we didn't get any updates on food, sleep etc on the app for weeks at a time. The management may have changed again now, but we, along with many other parents, took him out to a new nursery. There were some great staff, which kept the place going, but the management had a huge impact on the nursery.

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Olga Kuznetsova
a year ago

Both of my children with the difference of 10 years used to go to this lovely and caring nursery. During many years it has been a second home for us. It went through worse and better times but nevertheless I can confidently say that they were filled with happiness. The building is spacious and has many good facilities with a lovely small garden and paddling pool in a hot weather. The staff is caring and kind giving children a very needed comfort and love, cuddles and support while being away from mammy and daddy. The food is homemade and tasty giving children the opportunity to try new dishes and varieties, also I can't underestimate coffee and breakfast for parents on the go. The current management team is doing their best for parents and children, they are growing professionally and are going in the right direction in my humble opinion. I am very happy to see so many positive changes. I wish them all the best! Thank you very much for your hard work! We will always remember the time with you as one of the happiest in the life of our children!

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Jana Pristovsek
4 years ago

The staff are lovely and know who I am when I show up to pick my baby, they know my baby’s name and I can tell she likes going there and has created a strong bond with her carers. The introduction and settling in sessions were also great for me and reassuring. Furthermore they’ve been great throughout the covid pandemic, the measures they have in place have made me feel comfortable and at ease about my baby going there as I know she’ll be safe.

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Sophie Bolsover
3 years ago

Suki is so well cared for by her teachers, Shelley, Melissa, Elaine and Emma (and everyone else!) Lily and Jo in the office are super responsive and helpful, and despite the huge pressures the childcare sector is under, Busy Bees Chislehurst always goes above and beyond. Suki loves nursery and I have them to thank for turning her into a sociable and happy little girl.

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Nikita May
a year ago

My son has loved his 3 years at this nursery. The staff are kind, caring and professional. I particularly appreciate the balance the nursery strikes between discipline and nurturing.

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Inspection history

Date: May 2011

  • November 2021Good
  • October 2016Outstanding
  • April 2013Good
  • May 2011Good

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