Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre

The Saxon Centre, Kingsfield Road, Biggleswade SG18 8AT
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  • Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre, Biggleswade
Beautiful, spacious nursery at The Saxon Centre, Biggleswade.

The team at Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre would like to welcome you to their fabulous, purpose-built nursery. Their experienced and passionate early years educators are delighted to care and educate children aged from 12 weeks up to the age of 5 years.

Outdoor play at its best at The Saxon Centre, Biggleswade!

The nursery boasts six outstanding environments leading on to exciting outdoor environments, enabling the children to free flow from one environment to another, promoting independence. In addition, there is an allotment to nurture, grow and explore a stimulating environment to gain skills for later life.

They play, create and educate at The Saxon Centre, Biggleswade.

The baby room has a lovely home from home feel with dedicated staff who will work alongside you to follow daily routines. There is a lot of sensory play and rhyme time plus lots of praise and reassurance.

Their fabulous foundation class has a vast array of resources to engage children in their learning, in preparation for school readiness.

Busy Bees has a professional chef who freshly prepares meals from NHS accredited menus for under 5’s in their state of the art kitchen. The nursery has been awarded a 5* food hygiene rating.

They have a culture of health and safety and ensure everyone who enters the nursery is kept safe. Children from an early age learn how to keep safe using books such as ‘Be Safe with Buzz’. Alongside ‘Buzz’ the health and safety mascot.

You’re off to great places, today is your day, your mountain is waiting, so… get on your way. Dr Seuss.

Waste no time, come along and visit today!

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Care Provided by Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Laura Howard (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 41
  • Total Places for Children
  • 112
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas
  • Parking

  • Ample free parking facilities are perfect for drop off and pick ups.
    Local shops and gym nearby


Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre Reviews (37)

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Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre has a Review Score of 8.2 (8.217) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre has 37 reviews.

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Review from Z C (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are amazing, very friendly, approachable, and caring. Regular updates via app including pictures, great food choices, and lots of activities for fun and learning. Good access to indoor and outdoor environments.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re glad you have given your little one the best start in life with us. Best wishes, Busy Bees


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Review from Angela H (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My baby has been coming to Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre Day Nursery for nearly a year. I'm delighted with her care and progression. The team are patient and caring towards my little girl and me! It's a challenging time putting your baby in nursery and they've supported her every step of the way.
We've moved rooms and are likely to move again in the next couple of months as she grows and learns more. It's done with care and experience.
The customer care from the management team is incredible. The director and assistant director are very approachable and solve any issues. If customer care could be like this everywhere life would be much easier.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re glad you’re giving your little one the best start in life with us. Best wishes, Busy Bees.


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Review from Amber-Rose T (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves nursery! She is always excited to go. Always learning something new and having so much fun. She loves her key worker and all the staff. All staff are so amazing- so friendly, caring and always responsive to my daughter's needs. I never worry when I’m at work and she’s at
nursery- I know she’s well cared for and having so much fun. The management team are excellent, always happy to help with anything and go above and beyond, making sure parents are okay too! Thank you to you all.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre

Hello, we love reading feedback like this! Thank you for sharing it with us; we will pass on your lovely comments to the team at Biggleswade Saxon Centre.
40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. We’re celebrating our milestone year and we invite you to join us! Visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40 years Busy Bees’ and find out more and how to take part. We’re grateful for your trust and the opportunity to provide your child with the best start in life. Best wishes, Busy Bees


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Review from Alexandra S (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has recently started at nursery here. Although he is tearful to begin with, he soon settles and is always beaming with happiness on collection. His key worker goes out of her way to soothe him and keep him happy in his sessions. The staff are so reassuring and make the time to update and support
any needs. A big thank you to the Assistant Centre Director who made his enrollment smooth and enjoyable. Her clear passion for her job and caring nature towards the children and parents is just amazing - thank you!

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Review from Jean S (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been coming to Busy Bees Saxon Centre since he was 8-months-old (he is now 2.5 years). I cannot praise the nursery staff and the nursery itself enough. Our son has always been happy, safe and well cared for here. His social skills and other skills have come on leaps and bounds with the dedication
of encouragement he receives at Busy Bees Saxon Centre.

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Review from Luisa C (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter is very well cared for. Always met with a smile especially from the manager. My daughter is well-fed with healthy options and changed frequently. They even get her down for a nap time which is great.

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Review from E S (Mother of Child) published on 3 December 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves nursery. He has made lots of friends and has bonded well with the staff in his room. Since starting nursery he has learnt and developed a great deal! The staff and management are always happy, friendly and approachable. It's amazing to hear about the things he has done at the
nursery and the parent partnership is great.

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Review from Nathan C (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so grateful for the staff looking after our son. They have allowed him to grow, learn and socialise into an amazing little person. Always happy and welcoming. You guys rock!

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Review from J S (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy at the service.

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Review from Graham B (Father of Child) published on 19 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our twins were very happy with Busy Bees, the thing that really sets them apart is their staff. All formed great relationships with our children and they are very sad to be leaving them for school. We always felt confident in leaving our children in their care which is the best thing you can ask for.

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Review from Julie (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There is no other nursery like this - I would say they all treat my babies how I would at home and I cannot praise them enough. I have a 3.5 and 19-month-old in nursery. My heart was broken having to send them in and within weeks I left with a smile on my face, my babies love nursery and their carers.
From the wonderful food cooked for them to the greeting in the morning, to the educational displays, everything here is with love and what more could a mum want for her babies? I just wish Busy Bees would run schools! Thank you to you all from the bottom of my heart!

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Review from Ben M (Father of Child) published on 28 January 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment we were shown around we were made to feel at ease. Our little boy has settled into nursery really well. The staff have made us all feel welcome and have got to know us all as a family. We have built a good relationship with his key person and the other staff in the room. The management
team are friendly and approachable and are always there to answer any queries. The room always looks inviting and we love that the activities provided are linked to his interests. He has already learnt so much in the short time he has been there and that is down to the wonderful staff. He always comes home and tells us what he has been doing and eating! The wide variety of food offered is great! We love that all the food is cooked fresh on site. The nursery is always clean and tidy and the children all look like they're having a great time! We are also very impressed with the new foundation class and all the wonderful resources. We would not hesitate to recommend this nursery to anyone!

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Review from Sarah G (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Everyone has been so helpful in getting my daughter settled in and enjoying nursery. The staff have arranged a great variety of activities both in the day and for parents to participate in.

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Review from Sue M (Grandmother of Child) published on 21 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my granddaughters have attended Treetops in Biggleswade. The eldest child loved it and is doing very well at her school which I believe the skills she gained came from the staff in the preschool. My younger granddaughter has excellent care and learning. Staff identified additional support and are
supporting her to be prepared for school next year. Both children and their parents are very pleased with the nursey and especially caring staff.

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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My Son loves going to nursery, he finds playtime stimulating and we are encouraged to see his learning develop. The staff are wonderful and my Son has a stong bond with them.

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Review from Chloe T (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have always been very pleased and impressed with the care and attention that the staff have given to my child, even with recent changes in senior staff.

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Review from Courtney B (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Daughter is really happy when she comes here. She loves everyone here and get's along with all the kids. I'm really happy she come's here, she learn's a lot of thing's and her speech is really well when they teach her.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery, very polite and always there to help.

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Review from Elizabeth M (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Treetops is a lovely nursery, my Son loves coming here. The staff are kind, caring and considerate. The activities are stimulating and challenging.

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Review from Danielle J (Mother of Child) published on 21 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Treetops nursery is an absolutely wonderful place for children to grow, learn and progress. Not only does Treetops take spectacular care of my daughter they've helped her come out of her shell, develop her speech and become more sociable... plus they eat like royalty, so hats off to the chef! I feel
100% comfortable and satisfied with mine and my daughter's experience at Treetops and I honestly couldn't recommend it enough.

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Current Review Score: 8.2 (8.217)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.2 (8.217) out of 10 for Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 3 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.4 out of 5 from 3 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.833 for Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre is calculated as follows: ( (30 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 36 Ratings = 4.833

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 3.384 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre is based on 3 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 = 3.25

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 112 number of registered child places is 22.4. 3 Positive Reviews ÷ 22.4 = 0.134

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (1)

Laura

Laura Howard

Job Title: Centre Director

Joined: 2012

Hello, my name is Laura, I am the Centre Director of Saxon Centre Busy Bees, I have many years of experience working from the Babies to Foundation class. I have been at Saxon since I started as an apprentice and have worked myself up to become the Centre Director. I support the team in multiple ways and I am a very fundamental part of the team.


Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre accepts?

Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre Open?

Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

How many Children does Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre have capacity for?

Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre has capacity for a total of 112 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Biggleswade Saxon Centre to the centre of Biggleswade?

0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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