Busikids Day Nursery

Upper Northam Drive, Hedge End, Southampton SO30 4BG
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9.4 27 Reviews
Busikids has been established as an independent, family orientated nursery for the past 25 years, the team are committed to helping each child develop to their full potential, in line with Ofsted and the EYFS objectives, allowing children to exercise their physical, intellectual and emotional abilities.

The team at Busikids believe that early childhood is the foundation upon which the rest of life is built, not just preparation for the next step in life but is vitally important in itself.
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Care Provided by Busikids Day Nursery

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Busikids Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Charlotte Angel (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 35
  • Total Places for Children
  • 72
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Busikids Day Nursery

  • Registration fee £50


    Babies 3 months to 2 years:
    Daily: £72.00
    Morning, 8am to 1pm: £44.00
    Afternoon, 1pm to 6pm: £44.00


    Children 2 years to 5 years 8am to 6pm:
    Dailey: £72.00
    Morning/Afternoon: £36.00
    Hourly: £7.20
    Consumable charge £1.50 per funded hour
    Breakfast club 7.30am to 8am: £4.50


    These fees commence on 1st April 2024

  • From 1st September 2024
    Babies 9 months to 2 years    
    Full Day 8am to 6pm - £72.00
    Hourly rate - £7.20
    Consumables - £1.50 per funded hour
  • Parking

  • Parking is available on the forecourt and on the road - please take not of the one hour parking restriction between 2pm and 3pm only, there is a parking restriction on the road directly in front of the nursery just between 2 and 3 pm, please park in the driveway between these times.


Busikids Day Nursery Reviews (27)

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9.4

Busikids Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.405) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busikids Day Nursery has 27 reviews.

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Review from Stuart K (Father of Child) published on 28 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busikids have been great with our little man, he settled in really quickly in is first few weeks and doesn't seem phased when we drop him off in the mornings. Shortly after he started, we had the disruption from COVID - the team were really clear on what was happening, and kept us in the loop when it
came to re-opening.
We get daily detailed of his naps/food/nappies, which helps with peace of mind and knowing that he has structure to his day.

Reply from Louise Fuller, Nursery Principal at Busikids Day Nursery

Thank you for the lovely positive feedback, it is good to know our communication is effective and we love caring for your little man.


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Review from L L (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

This is a fantastic nursery both my daughter and son have been attending since they were a year old. My son's speech and confidence have grown a massive amount since being in the Penguin room. They learn something new every day and always love when they do all the different activities and games outside.
I am very grateful for all the staff for looking after my children. This nursery also has great facilities and we enjoy going along to the summer BBQ they hold and the Christmas Party they do every year.

Reply from Louise Fuller, Nursery Principal at Busikids Day Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, it is always so lovely when the little ones take the next step to communicate with us by practicing their talking and this is always encouraged. We are so hoping we will be able to hold our Christmas Fair again this year as it is a great opportunity to catch up with all our school leavers also.


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Review from Alex D (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have one child in the under two group and one in the pre-school and my eldest child went through the various stages as well.
All 3 children love/have loved attending Busikids and have benefited from the range of activities, meals and interactions greatly. I think they have all formed great bonds
with different members of staffs and have made lovely friends.
Apart from returning to work, one of the reasons I wanted my children to go to a nursery was to make sure they had lots of different experiences and opportunities such as crafts I didn't want to do in my home (paint!) and food I may never have cooked. This was definitely the case in the experience my three have had.
Throughout the pandemic, the advice and communication have been brilliant and my children have not been upset at all by the distancing measures that have been put in place.

Reply from Charlotte Angel, Nursery Manager at Busikids Day Nursery

Thank you for your lovely comments covering so many different aspects of life here at Busikids.
We are so pleased to be able to offer these opportunities and experiences, all be it some of it messy.
We have all thoroughly enjoyed seeing your little ones through their early years- and still are!


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Review from Thelma C (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has enjoyed being at Busikids so much. She looks forward to going to school every week. Staff are friendly all the time. She has also been enjoying their lovely food at snack time and at lunch. She will really miss Busikids!

Reply from Charlotte Angel, Nursery Manager at Busikids Day Nursery

Thank you for the lovely comments about the team, it is also so good to know how well our meals are enjoyed.
The staff will miss you too.


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Review from Kelly J (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busikids is a fantastic nursery which has undoubtedly helped my son develop both physically and mentally. A lot of attention is focused on learning, but also having fun at the same time.
Busikids use an app which updates frequently so that I am able to see every meal he eats and every nappy change
he has.
All members of staff are extremely helpful and have made sure to go the extra mile to make both myself and son feel welcome, and have dealt with everything brilliantly in these uncertain times.
My son loves attending Busikids, has made lots of friends (including the members of staff!) and without a doubt, my second son will also attend this nursery, I won't consider anywhere else!

Reply from Charlotte Angel, Nursery Manager at Busikids Day Nursery

Thank you for such a complimentary review covering all your different experiences here at Busikids.
It is good to hear how easy you find the app to use and how useful it is to you. The staff team do enjoy creating such a welcoming atmosphere for our families. We are looking forward to meeting baby.


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Review from Michelle (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the first contact with the nursery when we enquired, to our visit to view the facilities and then the boys settling in sessions every single staff member has made us feel welcome and made me feel my boys are being left in safe and loving hands.
My boys have attended three days a week since they
were 10 months old and have so far been in three of the different rooms, Ducklings, Penguins and Monkeys. Each room has been fantastic at meeting the needs of their particular age group. The activities are always so varied and engaging and the staff in each room are so caring, dedicated and knowledgeable.
They are great at communicating and keeping parents up to date throughout the day as well as newsletters and emails regularly and updates on their Facebook page.
In addition to the daytime care, they also put on a fantastic Summer picnic and Christmas Fair which helps all the parents connect.
It's a fantastic place for anyone with under 5s.

Reply from Charlotte Angel, Nursery Manager at Busikids Day Nursery

This is such a comprehensive review of all that we do here at Busikids, thank you so much.
The whole team have so enjoyed caring for the boys during their journey through Busikids so far. Fingers crossed we will be able to hold the Christmas Fair again this year.


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Review from Emily H (Mother of Child) published on 6 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busikids has been great for our first daughter. She has been at the nursery since she was 10 months old and will be leaving at the end of August to go to school. It has been brilliant for her, and she loves her time there. Activities are varied, and she always has lots of fun. The nursery staff are
very caring, and also very adaptable to parents' requests e.g. I'm fussy with what food she eats, so they would always listen to, and follow, our requests. Our 2nd daughter will be joining the nursery when she is 10 months old too. Would highly recommend.

Reply from Louise McGarry at Busikids Day Nursery

Thank you for this lovely review. It will be shared with the whole Busikids team, further promoting the great outcomes that we continually work towards for all our children.
We look forward to seeing you all again soon.


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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.405)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.405) out of 10 for Busikids Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 9 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 4.880 for Busikids Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (95 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 108 Ratings = 4.88

  • 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 4.525 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busikids Day Nursery is based on 9 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 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.9

    • 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 72 number of registered child places is 14.4. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 14.4 = 0.625

  • 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 (31)

Charlotte

Charlotte Angel

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2011

Hello, I have been at Busikids since January 2011. It has been a long time but an enjoyable one so far, we have achieved a lot and long may it continue. I have a wonderful team around me and between us we pride ourselves on providing the best care, comfort, learning environment and security we can for your sons and daughters. I invite you to get to know the rest of the team as you read on. I have been working in childcare since 1995, and started my career as a childminder, working in settings from 2001, and attending university part-time to achieve Early Years Professional (EYPS - Level 6) between 2010 to 2013. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, going to the gym, gardening, cooking, watching cricket, and going to the theatre and cinema.

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Leanne

Leanne Shaw

Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager (SENCO)

Joined: 2015

I trained as an Analytical Chemist and worked in the Food Safety industry for 10 years. I then re-trained and have been working in Childcare for almost 15 years. I love working at Busikids because of the community of Staff, children and families are so welcoming and friendly. In my spare time I enjoy time with my family, eating out, walking on the beach and doing puzzles.

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Louise

Louise Fuller

Job Title: Principal

Joined: 1997

Hello, I hold the grand title of Nursery Principal and am very fortunate to work with a wonderful team throughout the Nursery all of whom are dedicated to the care of your children with a passion. Together with Suzanne we created Busikids back in October 1997 and have seen many changes within the legislation of Nursery life, mostly all for the better! My background is as a Registered General Nurse, I hold level 4 in Childcare, my role is more personnel and support or the team here at Busikids.

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Suzanne

Suzanne Bourne

Job Title: Finance Director

Joined: 1997

Along with Louise, I have been part of Busikids since the beginning. I am the go to person for all things financial and can help with all payment, fees and invoicing queries. Outside of Busikids, I enjoy travelling having recently been to South Africa and also spending time with her fast growing granddaughter.

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Jo Hammerton

Job Title: Nursery Administrator

Joined: 2022

Hi, my primary role at Busikids is as a Nursery Administrator where my priorities are to support the Management team in the administration of the setting and also support the rooms where I can. You may also see me in the rooms working as a Supply Nursery Nurse when needed. Outside of Busikids, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I love going to the gym and travelling

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Julie

Julie

Job Title: Penguin Room Supervisor

Joined: 2020

Hello, I have over 16 years experience in Early Years prior to joining Busikids in May 2020; ranging from a senior nursery nurse working in the baby rooms, a childminder and a deputy lead practitioner of a pre-school setting. I completed my BA (Hons) degree in Education Studies in 2019 and will achieve my Early Years Professional Status (Level 6) in July 2020. In my spare time I enjoy baking, reading and spending time with my family and friends.

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Lucy

Lucy

Job Title: Penguins Senior Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2018

I have been working at Busikids since November 2018 when I joined the team as a supply member of staff before taking up a permanent position in the Duckling room. I have previously worked in office-based jobs and retail and prior to starting here, I took time out to volunteer in South Africa at a Monkey Orphanage. I enjoy working with the babies and I love to see their little faces and see them develop through their play. Outside of work I enjoy eating out and going to the cinema.

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Lucy

Lucy

Job Title: Penguins Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2019

I have been working at Busikids as an Apprentice since September 2019 and have subsequently qualified as at Level 2. I went to college and studied dance for a year before deciding to pursue a career in Childcare. I enjoy interacting and playing with the children. Outside of work I like to socialise with friends and go shopping.

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Vicky

Vicky

Job Title: Penguins Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2000

Hi, I am Vicky and I have been working at Busikids since June 2000. During this time I have had two children both now at big school. In my time here I have worked with all the age groups and outside of Busikids I enjoy going out with friends, holidays and walking. I also like to go and see live music.

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Toni

Toni

Job Title: Monkey Room Supervisor

Joined: 2021

Hi, I have been working at Busikids since June 2017 and have been working in Childcare for several years. I have previously completed my FDA Early Years Care and Education at Portsmouth University and am now studying towards my Early year's studies BAHons degree. I have previously worked in China for six months gaining experience working with children in a foreign country. Having previously taken on the role of Room supervisor for the Under 2's I am now excited to take on the challenge of working with our Monkey Room. Outside of Busikids I am an avid dog lover and enjoy spending time with my dogs, family and friends.

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Toran

Toran

Job Title: Monkey Senior Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2016

Hi, I have been working at Busikids since September 2016 where I began as an apprentice and worked through my Level 3 qualification in Childcare. Outside of Busikids, I enjoy watching football (Where I support Saints – COYR!) and listening to music.

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Sean

Sean

Job Title: Monkey Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2019

Hi, I have been working at Busikids since January 2019 after working at Yellow Dot for 3 and a half years. At this point, I had over 5 years of experience working in Childcare. I really enjoy watching the children learn and grow and develop new skills. Outside of Busikids I enjoy football and being socially active.

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Michaela

Michaela

Job Title: Preschool Room Supervisor

Joined: 2013

Famously known across the setting as ‘Kyla’ by the children, I have worked at Busikids since March 2013. I have experience in most of the rooms and have recently taken on the role of Room Supervisor. I enjoy coming up with creative activities to explore with the children and outside of Busikids I enjoy scuba-diving in exotic places alongside my current passion of riding pillion on my husband’s Harley Davidson.

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Paula

Paula

Job Title: Preschool Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2022

Other than the last 3 years when I worked in a Coffee Shop, I have always worked with children either in Nursery, Childminding or Fostering. I enjoy watching the children learn how to make a toy work and learning how to play with friends.

Outside of work I like to sew, watch football and be with my family.

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Isabel

Isabel

Job Title: Supply Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2015

Before joining the Busikids team I used to work for a Supply Agency working either as a Supply Nursery Nurse or Teaching Assistant. I enjoy making children laugh/smile, going on new adventures and taking on new challenges every day. Most importantly I enjoy seeing them growing and changing, day after day; it's tiring but wonderfully rewarding. Spare time? What’s that? I ride my bicycle, organise my home life, play tennis, basketball and enjoy running. My daughter is now faster than me but I still beat her on the long distances!

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Lou

Lou

Job Title: Supply Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2018

Hi, my name is Lou but the children all call me ‘Lou Lou’. I have been at Busikids since 2014. I worked in the Monkey Room for 3 years. I have nearly 13 years of experience in childcare, prior to this. I took a short career break to travel NZ and Australia, before returning to work here in 2018. I am now part of the Supply team. Outside of Busikids I love spending time with family and friends, as well as photography and music. I am a massive animal lover and enjoy reading.

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Chill

Chill

Job Title: Supply Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2021

I have been with Busikids since September 2018 where I joined as an apprentice. Before working here I was a Team Leader in a home for people with Learning Disabilities. I enjoy doing arts and crafts with the children as well as playing with them and working with my co-workers. Outside of Busikids, I enjoy cooking, arts and crafts and looking after my family.

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Joanne

Joanne

Job Title: Supply Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2016

Hi, l have been working at Busikids since April 2016. On leaving school l studied childcare obtaining a general a d advanced level diploma in NAMACW. Since then l have worked for over 30 yrs in childcare. Started as a children's nanny, then a childminder and eventually a Deputy Supervisor in a Preschool for 15 yrs. I love working with the children as every day is different but they bring you so much pleasure. Outside of Busikids l enjoy going to the Theatre, Cinema, live music and reading.

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Sherry

Sherry

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2022

Before beginning my apprenticeship at Busikids, I studied Psychology, Sociology and English Language at college, and worked in retail alongside. I love doing activities with the children and making them smile, and enjoy that every single day is a new experience here. In my spare time, I love to play my ukelele, go on long walks in the New Forest and hang out with my friends!

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Lisa

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2023

I am have completed my nursery nurse qualification at Busikids and now I work in the Penguin room.

Amina

Amina

Job Title: Apprentice Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2024

I am currently doing my apprenticeship at Busikids

Lucy

Lucy

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2023

I did my apprenticeship at Busikids and I am now a fully qualified nursery practitioner and work in the Penguin room

Lillie

Lillie

Job Title: Apprentice Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2024

I am currently doing my apprenticeship at Busikids to gain my level 3 nursery practitioner qualification

Abby

Abby

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2024

I currently work in the Monkey room

Holly

Holly

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2024

I currently work in the Penguin room

Kirsty

Kirsty

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2024

I currently work in Preschool

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Nisa

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2024

I currently work in Preschool

Taylor

Taylor

Job Title: Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2024

I currently work in Penguin room

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Ruby

Job Title: Apprentice Nursery Nurse

Joined: 2025

I am currently doing my apprenticeship at Busikids

Ben

Ben

Job Title: Chef

Joined: 2023

I am the chef providing healthy home cooked meals for the children.

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Lorraine

Job Title: Kitchen assistant

Joined: 2022

I help the chef in the kitchen preparing healthy snacks for the children

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