Food
Three nutritious and balanced meals per day, freshly prepared by on-site chefs; a range of snacks and drinks; unlimited nappies, wipes, and suncream included in the Busy Bees One package.
Busy Bees in Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ofsted: Good
(Aug 2022)
Number of places
110 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Aug 2022
Local authority
North Tyneside
About this day nursery
Busy Bees in Newcastle Upon Tyne offers a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to explore and develop. The nursery prides itself on its commitment to nutrition, featuring NHS-accredited menus prepared fresh daily by on-site chefs.
This "Busy Bees One" package ensures children receive balanced meals and snacks, promoting healthy eating habits and independence during mealtimes. The setting focuses on fostering curiosity and providing a supportive, inclusive atmosphere.
They understand the complexities of childcare funding and guide parents through various government schemes, ensuring accessibility and affordability. They offer flexible funding options, including "stretched" hours over the full year, to accommodate different family needs.
The nursery also emphasises the importance of early education in preparing children for school, with a curriculum designed to enhance development and well-being.
What it's like
Staff understand that the COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on some children's learning and development. Curriculum plans help children to catch up on lost learning and, generally, support the good progress that they make. Older children are confident, capable learners who develop their own ideas during play. Younger children show a keen interest in nature. Babies babble happily when staff share books and sing with them. Children arrive happily and show a sense of belonging. Older children readily approach staff for a hug or reassurance throughout the day. Staff working with babies hold them close and speak to them gently, which helps them to feel secure in their care. Children show care and consideration for others. For example, a child holds a friend's hand and puts an arm around them for comfort, explaining why they feel a little sad.
NHS-accredited menusOn-site chefsFlexible funding optionsEarly education focus
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-oldsTax-Free Childcare
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
Key facts
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6:15pm
Term time / All Year
All Year
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Busy Bees in Newcastle Upon Tyne
Last inspected 17 August 2022
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Staff understand that the COVID-19 pandemic had an impact on some children's learning and development. Curriculum plans help children to catch up on lost learning and, generally, support the good progress that they make. Older children are confident, capable learners who develop their own ideas during play. Younger children show a keen interest in nature. Babies babble happily when staff share books and sing with them. Children arrive happily and show a sense of belonging. Older children readily approach staff for a hug or reassurance throughout the day. Staff working with babies hold them close and speak to them gently, which helps them to feel secure in their care. Children show care and consideration for others. For example, a child holds a friend's hand and puts an arm around them for comfort, explaining why they feel a little sad.
Inspector highlights
- Children build on what they know and can do through a broad and balanced programme of activities.
- Children are fluent and articulate talkers, and staff support their language development well.
- Parents are exceptionally complimentary and appreciate staff acting on their ideas.
- Staff have high expectations for children, encouraging independence and self-help skills.
- Children benefit from carefully planned learning programmes that support their good health.
Areas to develop
- 1refine the curriculum plans to ensure that staff have more precise intentions about what they want children to learn
- 2deploy staff more effectively to ensure that younger children are supported even more consistently in their play and learning
- 3strengthen the arrangements for staff supervision and support to address minor weaknesses in practice even more swiftly.
Inspection #10229477 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Plans to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are focused and precise. This contributes to the excellent progress that they make.
Outdoor space
Younger children show a keen interest in nature. They dig for vegetables in the garden and explore model animal habitats that staff create. Inspectors observed staff's teaching in the outdoor areas and assessed the impact this has on children's learning and development.
Parent Reviews of Busy Bees in Newcastle Upon Tyne
5.0
(9)
Matt Brady
2 months ago
We can't be more greatful and thankful for the love and kindness the team show our little girl and our family. Anyone looking for a lovely place for their little ones, the Busy Bees team are outstanding. Thanks for all the love and kindness you show us - Our little lady loves being with you guys.
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Matthew Brady
a year ago
The nursery is very well managed and the team are exceptional - our little girl loves going to nursery and the activities and events the team run are really good - We enjoyed the recent Easter Celebration Day - The team done a really good job, thank you. Highly recommended- Thank you for all the good work guys
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Keely Wilkinson
9 years ago
Love this nursery, I'm so glad it was recommended to me. There's a close family feel to the place and when my child first attended he was painfully shy and seemed behind in his speech. Within a couple of months he came out of his shell, thanks to his key worker relationship. Food is made fresh on the premises and there's a healthy balanced diet, plenty of learning and development through play.
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Penny Smith
2 years ago
Lovely nursery with lovely staff. Always willing to help when either my daughter or us had any concerns.
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Arlene Chaps
a year ago
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Inspection history
Date: January 2011
- August 2022Good
- October 2016Outstanding
- November 2013Good
- July 2013Outstanding
- January 2011Outstanding
Frequently asked about Busy Bees in Newcastle Upon Tyne
About the setting
Busy Bees Day Nursery at Newcastle registered in 2003. The nursery employs 21 members of childcare staff, with 15 holding early years qualifications at level 3 or above, and five at level 2. The nursery operates year-round, Monday through Friday, from 7:30am to 6:15pm, and provides funded early education for two-, three-, and four-year-old children.
- URN
- EY254577
- Registered person
- Busy Bees Nurseries Limited
- Day care type
- Full day care
- Register
- Early Years Register
- Establishment type
- Childcare on non-domestic premises
- Previous rating
- Outstanding
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