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[Nurseries](/nurseries) 4. · 5. [North East](/search?region=North+East) 6. · 7. Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon # Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Nov 2021) · 5.0 (3 Google reviews) · 53 Front Street, Cleadon, Sunderland, SR6 7PG · South Tyneside Number of places 130 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2021 Local authority South Tyneside About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon provides care for children from birth to four years old. It is open all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday. In its inspection in November 2021, Ofsted rated the day nursery as Outstanding. The inspector reported that it is a highly inclusive setting where children are happy and eager to learn, with staff challenging their thinking through a range of well-planned, stimulating experiences. According to Ofsted, support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities is outstanding, with strong partnerships between staff, parents, and other professionals. Physical development is supported in the enclosed garden, which features a child-sized assault course and herbs that the children help to water. The inspector noted that there is a strong emphasis on encouraging children to care for their play environment and that staff provide exceptional support for children to express their ideas. Parents praised the nursery's communication and inclusive approach. What it's like Children are very happy and eager to learn at this highly inclusive nursery. Staff challenge their thinking and learning through a wide range of extremely well-planned and stimulating experiences. Staff provide excellent support for children's physical development. Outstanding Ofsted rating 0-4 years Exceptional SEND support Strong parent partnerships Outdoor assault course Nurturing environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday all year round. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm. Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon Last inspected 22 November 2021 · Julie Foers Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Outstanding Quality of education Outstanding Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Outstanding What it's like to attend Children are very happy and eager to learn at this highly inclusive nursery. Staff challenge their thinking and learning through a wide range of extremely well-planned and stimulating experiences. Staff provide excellent support for children's physical development. Inspector highlights - Staff know children individually very well and understand their development to support their next steps. - Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is outstanding. - There is a very strong emphasis on supporting children to care for things they play with and the space they play in. - Skilled and experienced staff provide exceptional support for children to express their ideas. - Children's communication and language development is planned extremely well. Inspection #10117619 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50175159) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon Inspection date Nov 2021 Inspection no. 10117619 Lead inspector Julie Foers Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50175159)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY262600) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed 53 Front Street, Cleadon, Sunderland, SR6 7PG ## Explore day nurseries near Sunderland - [Day nurseries in Sunderland](/search?q=Sunderland) - [Day nurseries in North East](/search?q=North+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=busy-bees-day-nursery-at-sunderland-cleadon-sr6-7pg-ey262600) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection “ > "Parents are full of praise for the nursery and the efforts of the staff to include all children." “ > "They praise the systems for communication and say they feel extremely well informed about their child's time at nursery." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is outstanding. Partnerships with parents of children with SEND and other professionals involved in their care are extremely strong. Staff work closely with parents and professionals to agree and deliver highly effective support for children on an individual basis. Outdoor space Staff provide excellent support for children's physical development. Children complete the child-sized assault course in the enclosed garden to build their physical skills as they move in a variety of ways. Children also help water herbs they grow in the garden. ## Google Reviews of Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon 5.0 (3 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKn30GFA1qw9PJdNVcYwMGL-9XLYyuhFOon6uxYjB9tBuBIqA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) david hudson 10 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2s1VmRrSmpPVUpxVVROb04xQmxRMHBpUkdkd1dGRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6f556c56e465:0x26658e13b81676eb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXUEIqIcWCXEALKGrvxRGCxFElOELa705A41hpIq97bFdRGhYo=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ellie Errington a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRdmRqTHpnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6f556c56e465:0x26658e13b81676eb) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKLTnJOhyUbiKSH0Syk8mGmZOOUERwo7fOTxnetEJivvKI9YA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Victoria 7 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURJeWEtR293RRAB!2m1!1s0x487e6f556c56e465:0x26658e13b81676eb) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2766773761433040619&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2009 - November 2021 Outstanding - February 2014 Outstanding - April 2013 Good - November 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon ### Where is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon located? ### What stands out about the nursery’s strengths? ### What type of nursery is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon? ### Which funded childcare hours does the nursery accept? ### Is Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon suitable for under-twos? ### How do parents describe their experience of the nursery? ### How does the nursery support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in Sunderland Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees Day Nursery at Sunderland Cleadon. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Cleadon Tower Nursery South Shields · NE34 8ED ](/nursery/cleadon-tower-nursery-ne34-8ed-ey482606) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Stanley's at Ridgeway South Shields · NE34 8AB ](/nursery/stanley-s-at-ridgeway-ne34-8ab-ey481484) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### The Bungalow Pre-school South Shields · NE34 8PS ](/nursery/the-bungalow-pre-school-ne34-8ps-ey464742) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Harton Village Kindergarten South Shields · NE34 6AS 4.0(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/harton-village-kindergarten-ne34-6as-ey537004) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Ashfield Nursery & ELC Harton Lane, South Shields · NE34 0PL ](/nursery/ashfield-nursery-elc-ne34-0pl-ey242765) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Stanley's at Biddick Hall & Whiteleas South Shields · NE34 9JD ](/nursery/stanley-s-at-biddick-hall-whiteleas-ne34-9jd-ey457081) [See all nurseries in Sunderland →](/search?q=Sunderland) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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