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Busy Bees @ St Lawrence # Busy Bees @ St Lawrence Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · St Lawrence Church Hall, Church Street, Alton, GU34 2BW · Hampshire Number of places 43 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2022 Local authority Hampshire 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 Alton is an independent, welcoming preschool located in a residential area of Alton, Hampshire, within walking distance of local schools. Catering to children from 2 years old up to reception age, the nursery provides a flexible, high-quality care environment, making it an ideal choice for families in Alton and its surrounding villages. The premises are all on one level, offering ample space for a diverse range of indoor and outdoor play activities, encouraging curiosity and exploration. With a clear focus on learning through play, Busy Bees aims to foster a love of learning in children during their early years, preparing them confidently for school. The nursery prides itself on its dedicated and qualified team of early years practitioners, each committed to providing the best care and play opportunities. They regularly participate in training covering areas such as safeguarding, first aid, food safety, and specialised interests like Forest School and supporting children with special educational needs. The nursery also values strong partnerships with parents, encouraging active participation and utilising an online platform to share updates on children's learning journeys. While parents are asked to provide healthy snacks and lunches, mealtimes are structured to promote social skills and healthy practices. The outdoor garden, backing onto the Watercress Line, is a significant feature, used year-round for exploration and learning. Our ethos Busy Bees @ St Lawrence focuses on learning through play, aiming to foster a love of learning and prepare children for school. They are committed to providing high-quality care and play opportunities, with a dedicated team that engages in continuous training, including Forest School experiences. The nursery values strong partnerships with parents to support children's learning journeys. What it's like Children happily enter the setting, where they are welcomed in by friendly staff. Staff provide an interesting range of activities across the seven areas of learning, ensuring children gain the skills needed for their next stage in education. They benefit from weekly music and movement sessions and French lessons, and their experiences are enhanced through links in the local community. Independent Preschool Learning Through Play Strong Parent Partnerships Qualified and Dedicated Team Outdoor Learning Focus ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Hourly rate £8.00 / hour ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Busy Bees @ St Lawrence Inspection date Jun 2022 Inspection no. 10233474 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50189639)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2559333) 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 [ Visit website ](https://busybeesalton.co.uk) St Lawrence Church Hall, Church Street, Alton, GU34 2BW [© 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#/-0.97491/51.15045/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Alton - [Day nurseries in Alton](/search?q=Alton) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=busy-bees-st-lawrence-gu34-2bw-2559333) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday–Thursday: 8.00am to 4.00pm; Friday: 8.00am to 12.00pm (term-time only) Food Parents provide healthy snack, lunch, and water bottle daily. Age range 2 years to reception age Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 21 June 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 happily enter the setting, where they are welcomed in by friendly staff. Staff provide an interesting range of activities across the seven areas of learning, ensuring children gain the skills needed for their next stage in education. They benefit from weekly music and movement sessions and French lessons, and their experiences are enhanced through links in the local community. Inspector highlights - Children benefit from weekly music and movement sessions and French lessons, and parents report children are using these words at home. - Staff organise outdoor space creatively, including an allotment where children learn about growing vegetables and participate in challenging outdoor activities to develop large-muscle skills. - The manager regularly evaluates the setting and, in response to children's feedback, staff have introduced a pet hamster, supporting children's understanding of fairness and democracy. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported through identification, referrals for speech and language therapy, and regular targeted activities. - Parents are happy with the setting, finding staff approachable and available for discussion, and they report that they 'trust staff to give advice and support.' Areas to develop - 1 support staff to consistently provide high-quality interactions with children without being distracted by nursery routines - 2 strengthen the key-person system to ensure that there is continuity of care when children are settling in. Inspection #10233474 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50189639) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents feedback that children are using these words at home. > Parents report that they 'trust staff to give advice and support.' > Parent say it was a 'lovely opportunity' to see what the children get up to and spent time with other dads and grandparents. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported. For example, staff identify and then refer children who would benefit from speech and language therapy. In the setting, children have regular targeted activities to ensure they make the best possible progress. Outdoor space Staff organise outdoor space creatively, including an allotment where children enjoy learning about growing vegetables and take part in 'Alton in Bloom'. Challenging outdoor activities help develop children's large-muscle skills, such as skilfully navigating a ride-on car up and down a hill. ## Parent Reviews 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW2_vb_0vMGF5ivrovKw2daSxMi_TAKwa8sv3Hr0pNT7Iod62vEsg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Rachel O 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURXc08tcDRBRRAB!2m1!1s0x48743b60c46acc47:0xefb759d79e0c8ff6) Reviews from Google for Busy Bees @ St Lawrence. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50189639) ## Frequently asked about Busy Bees @ St Lawrence ### How can Busy Bees @ St Lawrence be contacted? ### What outdoor space does Busy Bees @ St Lawrence have? ### How are meals handled at Busy Bees @ St Lawrence? ### What curriculum approach is used at Busy Bees @ St Lawrence? ## Nearby day nurseries in Alton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Busy Bees @ St Lawrence. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.7 mi ### The Lime Tree Children's Day Nursery Alton · GU34 2RL 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/the-lime-tree-children-s-day-nursery-gu34-2rl-ey543007) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### First Friends @ Wootey Alton · GU34 2JA 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/first-friends-wootey-gu34-2ja-2617108) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Enchanted Nursery Alton · GU34 2RN ](/nursery/enchanted-nursery-ltd-gu34-2rn-ey430505) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.9 mi ### First Friends Holybourne Alton · GU34 4EG ](/nursery/first-friends-holybourne-gu34-4eg-2868631) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Into The Wild Nursery Alton · GU34 1RQ ](/nursery/into-the-wild-nursery-gu34-1rq-2553141) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Chawton Pre-School Alton · GU34 1SB ](/nursery/chawton-pre-school-gu34-1sb-109858) [See all nurseries in Alton →](/search?q=Alton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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