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Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Oakwood

Ofsted: Good
(Apr 2023)
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5.0(13 parent reviews) ·29 Smalley Drive, Oakwood, DERBY, DE21 2SF · Derby
Number of places
110 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Apr 2023
Local authority
Derby

About this day nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Oakwood, established in 1999, provides childcare for children aged 0-4 years. 30am to 6pm, the nursery focuses on creating a safe and secure environment where children confidently wave goodbye to parents and benefit from close bonds with familiar staff.

The nursery received a 'Good' overall rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 11th April 2023. Staff skilfully support children in understanding safety, with activities such as 'garden checks' where children learn to identify hazards and care for their outdoor environment.

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well-supported, with staff swiftly identifying needs and collaborating positively with parents and other professionals to ensure progress. The nursery fosters a 'can-do attitude,' allowing children time to problem-solve and develop a sense of achievement.

Parents consistently praise the welcoming staff, the love and care provided, and the good communication regarding their children's development. Furthermore, the nursery has introduced a 'lending library' to support literacy skills, acknowledging the impact of the pandemic on access to local libraries.

What it's like

Children are keen to start their day at nursery, confidently waving goodbye to parents and snuggling with familiar staff, showing they feel safe and secure. Staff help children learn how to keep themselves and others safe, including identifying hazards and caring for their environment. Children demonstrate awareness of expected behaviours, sharing and taking turns, with staff supporting their emotional well-being.

Welcoming staffSupport for SENDCan-do attitudeStrong parent communicationOutdoor learningLending library

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

1999

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Oakwood

Last inspected 11 April 2023 · Tracy Hopkins

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 keen to start their day at nursery, confidently waving goodbye to parents and snuggling with familiar staff, showing they feel safe and secure. Staff help children learn how to keep themselves and others safe, including identifying hazards and caring for their environment. Children demonstrate awareness of expected behaviours, sharing and taking turns, with staff supporting their emotional well-being.

Inspector highlights

  • During adult-led focused activities, staff ask children high-quality questions that develop their thinking and expand their knowledge.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well, with swift identification of needs and positive collaboration with parents and multi-agency professionals.
  • Leaders and staff encourage a "can-do attitude" in children, allowing them time to problem-solve and achieve a sense of pride.
  • Staff ensure babies and young children are well-cared for, working sensitively to provide necessary support, comforts, and play activities for quick settling.
  • Parents report welcoming staff and good communication regarding children's development, with the nursery also providing a "lending library" to support literacy skills.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to make more effective use of spontaneous opportunities to extend and challenge children's learning
  • 2enhance opportunities for children to make choices of what they would like to play with to lead their own learning.
Inspection #10275297 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents say the staff are welcoming and provide love and care for children.

Children are excited to go into nursery, where they are met by their key person with whom they have built a close bond.

Parents say that they receive good communication regarding how children are developing and the progress they are making.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. They have their needs identified by staff who action support swiftly. Staff work positively with parents and multi-agency professionals to support children to make the best possible progress.

Outdoor space

Children complete 'garden checks' in the outdoor area with staff, before they go out to play. They know to tell an adult if they spot a hazard, such as a broken toy. When children find a bee on their play equipment, they call a member of staff over to help move it. They decide that a leafy plant would make the most appropriate home so the bee can 'make honey'.

Parent Reviews of Busy Bees Day Nursery at Derby Oakwood

5.0
(13)
Lucy Hudson
4 years ago

The staff take such an interest in providing my son with quality activities relating to his interests. The online learning journal system is fantastic to keep up to date with how he has been throughout the day too and shows lots of photos. Thank you everyone.

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Craig Sheehan
3 years ago

Fantastic baby room! Our son loves his time here.

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Natalie Burns
5 years ago

I cannot fault the childcare given from this nursery. The staff are very informative and kind.

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Jim Rooney
3 years ago

Our grandchildren love the staff and this nursery

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Inspection history

Date: March 2012

  • April 2023Good
  • August 2017Good
  • September 2014Good
  • April 2014Inadequate
  • March 2012Good

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