--- title: "Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/busy-bees-day-nursery-at-lewisham-se13-7sx-ey473394 description: "Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham in London — rated Good by Ofsted and 4.5/5 from 21 reviews. See opening hours and 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 Lewisham Ofsted: Good (Sept 2025) · 4.5 (21 Google reviews) · 62 Loampit Hill, LONDON, SE13 7SX · Lewisham Number of places 66 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2025 Local authority Lewisham ## About this day nursery Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham provides a nurturing environment where children aged 0-4 years arrive happy and are quickly reassured by staff as they settle in. The day nursery operates 51 weeks a year, Monday to Friday, from 8am to 6pm, offering a broad curriculum with varied learning opportunities indoors and outdoors. This approach fosters children's curiosity and concentration, with staff demonstrating a clear understanding of each child's developmental progress and future learning steps. The setting places a strong emphasis on communication and language, evident in initiatives like the 'word of the week' and the introduction of new contextual language. Children display good behaviour, learn to understand rules, and are taught to keep themselves safe, while staff actively promote independence and choice. Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive excellent support, with staff adept at promptly identifying any additional needs and implementing tailored plans. The strong partnership with parents is a key feature, with families consistently speaking positively about their children's progress and the valuable advice and support they receive. What it's like Children arrive happy and are reassured by staff as they settle into the setting. The setting offers a broad curriculum with varied learning opportunities, fostering children's curiosity and concentration. Children display good behaviour, understand rules, and learn to keep themselves safe, while staff promote independence and choice. Broad curriculum Strong communication focus SEND support Parent partnership Promotes independence ## Key facts Opening hours 51 weeks a year, from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham Last inspected 8 September 2025 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 demonstrate a clear understanding of each child's developmental progress and future learning steps. - The curriculum for communication and language is a strength, with a 'word of the week' and introduction of new contextual language. - Staff create an encouraging and supportive environment that fosters positivity, confidence, and self-esteem among children. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported, with quick identification of needs and plans in place. - Partnership with parents is strong, and parents speak positively of their children's progress and the advice and support received. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff's knowledge and understanding of how to adapt routines flexibly to support the individual needs and learning of all children - 2 provide opportunities for children to independently problem-solve before stepping in to support, to further develop their thinking skills. Inspection #10417717 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288553) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children within the setting with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported. Staff are quick to identify any additional support children may require. They put in place plans to support children with SEND. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact on children's learning. ## Google Reviews of Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham 4.5 (21 Google reviews) flyjohny a year ago My child is happy at the nursery. The staff are very friendly and attentive, feedback we're getting is detailed, everyone is smiling, all the children going there are so positive when being dropped off, so the place really seems to be good for them. The facilities are colourful, each day there is some engaging activity organised for the children to explore and develop. I would really recommend this nursery. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VMNnM2djZHeGNDNkJ3EAE!2m1!1s0x4876026737c6063d:0xe312352accc49238) Rebecca Burn-Callander 3 years ago I left a review a few years ago when my son joined BB but as my daughter started here four months ago I thought I’d write about that experience. My eldest loves it and started at 1yo (now 4) but I had to go back to work earlier with my youngest so she started doing two days at six months, rising to three days now (she is 10months). I was very emotional about putting her in so young but the BB team were very kind and put me at ease. We did quite a few settling in sessions and they let me control the process when I needed to (staying in the room for the whole session, at times). Her key person Meghan, is absolutely amazing with her. My daughter stretches out her arms for a cuddle when she sees her - no tears - which makes drop off so calm. She eats well there, plays games and comes home making new noises and really pushing herself physically - she’s desperate to walk. This is a really caring, brilliant nursery. I fell in love with it over all the others in the local area - even though we have to walk 25 mins to get here, which is slightly insane! Deniz, Kirsty and Amy, who run the show, genuinely put the needs of the kids first. Really grateful to them for everything. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNScDc2MDBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876026737c6063d:0xe312352accc49238) C P C 3 months ago The staffs are always willing to help, and my kid loves the activities. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT214NFpVTmlXR1ZvYmxkZlRuZzFkRkEyZFdGWFNYYxAB!2m1!1s0x4876026737c6063d:0xe312352accc49238) Eve Allen 5 years ago We are delighted with the care provided for our two children at Busy Bees Lewisham. I really appreciate all the text updates and I would like to compliment the team on their overall communications. I always feel well informed and the tone of the messages are so friendly and upbeat - they make you feel an inclusive part of the family. My compliments to the whole nursery team including the lovely chef. Everyone is without fail, bright and upbeat when we pick up or drop off the children, especially since the covid regulations came in. I highly recommend this nursery. Vivi Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDei1Lc2xRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4876026737c6063d:0xe312352accc49238) Deborah Gates 5 years ago I collect my grandaughter every week from nursery and she runs out to me so happy! The staff are so friendly and welcoming and always take time to ask me how I am and tell me all about her day. She talks about all the things they teach her and the friendships she has. She seems to love the menu as she finishes every tasty meal! She says the coconut curry is the best from Chef! Thank you for taking such good care of her! Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNDOV9hN2RREAE!2m1!1s0x4876026737c6063d:0xe312352accc49238) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=16362198854130766392&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: May 2014 - September 2025 Good - June 2023 Good - June 2022 Requires improvement - December 2017 Good - May 2014 Good ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham ### Is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham Ofsted registered? ### What does Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham do well? ### When is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham open? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ### What is the age range at Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham? ## Nearby day nurseries in LONDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees Day Nursery at Lewisham. - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Bright Horizons Brockley Day Nursery and Preschool London · SE4 1XF 3.7(6 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/bright-horizons-brockley-day-nursery-and-preschool-se4-1xf-ey487116 - Ofsted rating unavailable 0.3 mi ### Maria Poppins London · SE13 7FR 5.0(13 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/maria-poppins-se13-7fr-2748745 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Quaggy Childrens Centre London · SE13 7QZ 3.1(7 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/quaggy-childrens-centre-se13-7qz-ey282060 - Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.4 mi ### Little Nest Nursery London · SE8 4EG 4.9(11 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/little-nest-nursery-ltd-se8-4eg-2819176 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Old Station Nursery - Tressillian Road London · SE4 1YA 4.8(20 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-old-station-nursery-tressillian-road-se4-1ya-129017 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Just Little Kidz London · SE13 7FT 4.6(10 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/just-little-kidz-se13-7ft-2662867 See all nurseries in LONDON →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=LONDON ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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I was very emotional about putting her in so young but the BB team were very kind and put me at ease. We did quite a few settling in sessions and they let me control the process when I needed to (staying in the room for the whole session, at times). Her key person Meghan, is absolutely amazing with her. My daughter stretches out her arms for a cuddle when she sees her - no tears - which makes drop off so calm. She eats well there, plays games and comes home making new noises and really pushing herself physically - she’s desperate to walk. This is a really caring, brilliant nursery. I fell in love with it over all the others in the local area - even though we have to walk 25 mins to get here, which is slightly insane! Deniz, Kirsty and Amy, who run the show, genuinely put the needs of the kids first. Really grateful to them for everything.", "datePublished": "2023-04-12T08:54:04.814467Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "C P C" }, "reviewBody": "The staffs are always willing to help, and my kid loves the activities.", "datePublished": "2026-02-05T20:18:18.480483393Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Eve Allen" }, "reviewBody": "We are delighted with the care provided for our two children at Busy Bees Lewisham. I really appreciate all the text updates and I would like to compliment the team on their overall communications. I always feel well informed and the tone of the messages are so friendly and upbeat - they make you feel an inclusive part of the family. My compliments to the whole nursery team including the lovely chef. Everyone is without fail, bright and upbeat when we pick up or drop off the children, especially since the covid regulations came in. I highly recommend this nursery.\n\nVivi", "datePublished": "2020-09-08T12:55:02.288052Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Deborah Gates" }, "reviewBody": "I collect my grandaughter every week from nursery and she runs out to me so happy! The staff are so friendly and welcoming and always take time to ask me how I am and tell me all about her day. She talks about all the things they teach her and the friendships she has. She seems to love the menu as she finishes every tasty meal! She says the coconut curry is the best from Chef! 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