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Large, established operation with lots of nice people on staff. Good security procedures with CCTV monitoring. Most non-holidays are covered under government grant, otherwise, it gets expensive. They offer swimming, dance, language and other lessons to students, for extra fees. They have a pretty large acreage with a small working farm. The children get to go to \"forest school\" to interact with the farm animals, learn about plants, and play outside. They have the ability to bus students to some nearby schools (West Row, Beck Row, St. Mary's,) but coordinate that before you enroll because seats on the bus are limited.", "datePublished": "2015-12-20T10:25:04.308Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Bridgett K" }, "reviewBody": "Busy Bees is a great nursery! 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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Busy Bees Nursery School # Busy Bees Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Oct 2022) · 5.0 (5 parent reviews) · Beck House, St. Johns Street, Bury St. Edmunds, IP28 8AA · Suffolk Number of places 111 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Oct 2022 Local authority Suffolk 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 Nursery School, established in 1982, offers a comprehensive early years education for children aged two until they transition to primary school. Situated in Mildenhall, Suffolk, the nursery is set within a twelve-acre miniature farm, providing a unique environment where children actively engage in organic gardening and rural studies, even utilising polytunnels during inclement weather. The facility boasts five spacious and bright classrooms, an indoor heated swimming pool with a qualified instructor, and three extensive outdoor play areas equipped for imaginative and physical activities. The curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), focusing on seven key areas of learning and development. Busy Bees achieved an "overall Good" rating in its latest OFSTED inspection and holds a 5-star food hygiene rating, ensuring a high standard of care and nourishment. The nursery also provides a "Kids Club" for older children up to 11 years of age. Our ethos Busy Bees Nursery School integrates learning with its unique farm setting, offering organic gardening and rural studies alongside the EYFS curriculum in its seven key areas of learning and development. What it's like Children show good attitudes to learning. They have access to activities that are well planned and linked to their individual needs. Older children show high levels of engagement and concentration, developing hand muscles and hand-to-eye coordination for early writing abilities. Forest School Indoor heated swimming pool Miniature farm and organic gardening Established 1982 5-star food hygiene rating ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://busybees-nurseryschool.co.uk/2023/01/25/parent-carer-please-read-notification-of-fees-changing/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 6.45am until 6pm. Age range 2 years to 11 years (Kids Club) Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Busy Bees Nursery School Inspection date Oct 2022 Inspection no. 10234421 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199329)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/251744) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://busybees-nurseryschool.co.uk) Beck House, St. Johns Street, Bury St. Edmunds, IP28 8AA [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/0.49302/52.3656/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bury St. Edmunds - [Day nurseries in Bury St. Edmunds](/search?q=Bury+St.+Edmunds) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=busy-bees-nursery-school-ip28-8aa-251744) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Busy Bees Nursery School Last inspected 13 October 2022 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 show good attitudes to learning. They have access to activities that are well planned and linked to their individual needs. Older children show high levels of engagement and concentration, developing hand muscles and hand-to-eye coordination for early writing abilities. Inspector highlights - Managers have high ambitions for staff and children, and they monitor and adapt the provision well. - Children have many opportunities to learn about the natural environment and living things. - Staff read stories with enthusiasm and children enjoy looking at books independently. - Partnerships with parents are extremely positive. - Staff well-being is a strong focus for the management team. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to promote children's positive behaviour and to help children gain a better understanding of how their behaviour affects others - 2 strengthen personal care and hygiene routines, to ensure that children's needs are consistently met. Inspection #10234421 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50199329) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff work closely with families and other professionals to ensure that children who need extra support continue to make good progress. Additional funding is used well; staff provide targeted one-to-one support and resources that promote children's individual learning and development. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspectors about how they support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children benefit from plenty of opportunities throughout the day for fresh air and exercise in the extensive outdoor area. They can participate in forest school sessions daily and explore a range of exciting activities, which support their knowledge of the world. Children show great enjoyment when searching for different leaves in the woodland area to use in their creative activity. ## Parent Reviews of Busy Bees Nursery School 5.0 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVZkESyNrFp9gcx8xN3x81W8N-iBlkZKdcuOBIn5vyAq2KRYJrC=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Jason Depew 10 years ago Really great nursery. Large, established operation with lots of nice people on staff. Good security procedures with CCTV monitoring. Most non-holidays are covered under government grant, otherwise, it gets expensive. They offer swimming, dance, language and other lessons to students, for extra fees. They have a pretty large acreage with a small working farm. The children get to go to "forest school" to interact with the farm animals, learn about plants, and play outside. They have the ability to bus students to some nearby schools (West Row, Beck Row, St. Mary's,) but coordinate that before you enroll because seats on the bus are limited. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnbDV5YUdREAE!2m1!1s0x47d838a953038013:0xfaf73d66fc353498) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWxYfk64AjiKBeBJWA_w58GCPwTVUiE1YHKGQOc8y5YfqCMSu4weA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Bridgett K 3 years ago Busy Bees is a great nursery! The teachers work hard to take care of the children and give parents comfort that they are in good hands. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURCalpDVjJ3RRAB!2m1!1s0x47d838a953038013:0xfaf73d66fc353498) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLlmcbX4gPkZVJsFKMjxoxFprosKqEY543jJF9ieAafXYoIlQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Cathy Godley a year ago If only they had a primary school there ☹️my daughter really loved going there she really loved going to see her teachers and friends never a day I complained of anything will definitely recommend anyone to take there kids there they will be in safe hands 1 give it 100% [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3ODd2WXBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d838a953038013:0xfaf73d66fc353498) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJp3_V_wBILX1P3RnmBSWAg7ETs5RmQmc8o3q_oULYuLr_n9A=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Jeremy Smith 4 years ago Excellent nursery. Very friendly and helpful. Also great with the kids. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM2OXBlOU1BEAE!2m1!1s0x47d838a953038013:0xfaf73d66fc353498) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKyJBNcxT0tvcmpBHOuSjWQbneOdHztbEMSuC6qudw5O8i7Og=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jennifer Kurtz 2 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNwNlBXcmdBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d838a953038013:0xfaf73d66fc353498) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees Nursery School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=18083990341256819864&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2006 - October 2022 Good - October 2016 Good - May 2013 Good - September 2009 Good - November 2008 Good - November 2006 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees Nursery School ### What is Busy Bees Nursery School working to improve? ### What is the Ofsted rating of Busy Bees Nursery School? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bury St. Edmunds Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees Nursery School. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### New Horizons Day Care Bury St. Edmunds · IP28 7DE ](/nursery/new-horizons-day-care-ltd-ip28-7de-ey472340) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### New Horizons Day Care Bury St. Edmunds · IP28 7DE ](/nursery/new-horizons-day-care-ip28-7de-2615938) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Little Treasures Pre-School Mildenhall · IP28 7JX ](/nursery/little-treasures-pre-school-ip28-7jx-2610177) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.7 mi ### West Row Pre-School Bury St. Edmunds · IP28 8NY ](/nursery/west-row-pre-school-ip28-8ny-ey392978) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.7 mi ### Sunshine Corner Day Nursery Brandon · IP27 9HF ](/nursery/sunshine-corner-day-nursery-ip27-9hf-251800) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.2 mi ### Colourbox Red Lodge Bury St. Edmunds · IP28 8TT 5.0(6 reviews) ](/nursery/colourbox-red-lodge-ip28-8tt-ey559107) [See all nurseries in Bury St. Edmunds →](/search?q=Bury+St.+Edmunds) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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