Busy Bees Crawley

Unit 2, Denvale Trade Park, Haslett Avenue East, Crawley RH10 1SS
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8.0 36 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Crawley, Crawley
At Busy Bees Crawley, you will understand why parents love sending their children here and why the children are equally happy to attend!

With an extensive range of stimulating resources and fantastic equipment available for the nursery staff to plan out exciting activities, there is never a dull moment at Busy Bees Crawley. With something to cater for every child, be rest assured your little one will enjoy every moment at nursery. So, whether your child enjoys reading adventure stories, discovering new sounds, animals, or places, or creating role-play stories there are endless opportunities to have fun.

The enthusiastic nursery team pride themselves on the care they provide for every child, to ensure they are safe and supported whilst in their care. The support with your child’s development journey the wonderful staff encourage every child to widen their sense of imagination and get involved during activities so that they can learn whilst having fun. So, whether your child is learning something new, such as crawling, walking, reading or potty training, you can be sure that they are being looked after in the best possible environment.

Along with the excellent resources, facilities, and caring nursery team, the nursery is in a super convenient area, which is ideal for all parents and families. The nursery is found within the Denvale Trade Park, with a large onsite car park and convenient buggy storage.

Want to learn more about the fantastic facilities and meet the friendly team at Busy Bees nursery Crawley? Book a visit today and the team will look forward to welcoming you!

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Care Provided by Busy Bees Crawley

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Clare Sandford (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 29
  • Total Places for Children
  • 135
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Busy Bees Crawley Reviews (36)

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Busy Bees Crawley has a Review Score of 8.0 (8.037) out of 10, based on 1 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Crawley has 36 reviews.

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Review from Jaimini P (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent staff...definitely trained to the highest standards...my son couldn't be happier here...always recommending to friends and family. Very stimulating and active nursery. Thank you to the manager and team.

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Review from Natalie T (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I’ve sent my baby here since they turned 6 months. From day one all the staff I’ve come into contact with have made me, my husband and parents feel at absolute ease. I loved Busy Bees since the first time I walked in. Highly recommend this nursery and staff.

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Review from Vicki C (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have recommended Busy Bees to a number of other parents already. Our daughter has attended since she turned one and remains there now in the pre-school room. Despite moving house in that time, we never even considered taking her elsewhere. The care she receives is excellent and she enjoys nursery
days very much; she always comes home with a smile. The staff have been accommodating of her additional medical requirements and I have complete confidence in them while she's in their care. The range of activities and themed events is broad and the facilities are well kept and constantly updated through the seasons. Highly recommended.

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Review from Rebbeca W (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been going to Busy Bees since he was one. He loves the staff and always enjoys the different activities set up each day. The staff are extremely attentive and care for my son’s well being. I would certainly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Natalie A (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have absolute faith in all of the staff I have met so far. I have confidence in the variety of facilities available and the learning ethics.


When my daughter comes home singing all the new nursery rhymes and tells me of friends she has made it makes my heart squeeze.
The communication and openness

to discuss my child's ability means I have no qualms in addressing anything at all. Keep up the good work.

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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 8 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son thoroughly enjoys his time at Busy Bees and is always keen to tell me the activities he has been doing.
All the activities sound fantastic and he seems to learn a lot from these.
The staff are welcoming and caring and will do all they can to help me feel at ease when dropping my son off.
Would
highly recommend Busy Bees to all family and friends.

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Review from Farah S (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy attended this nursery for 9 months and words cannot adequately describe how lovely this nursery and the staff there are. They are so professional and the children have so much fun, with a variety of activities planned for them each day. We had to, with regret, take our little boy out of
the nursery as we were relocating and no nurseries we've visited are comparable to Busy Bees. I'd highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been at the nursery for just short of 2 years and we have been very happy with the care and attention that has been received during this time.
The staff are lovely and we have been lucky to have had some great key workers who have shown genuine interest in our child's development. The
learning journal is making a lovely record of the time at nursery.
The food provided is a good selection and regularly changes with the seasons.
My one slight downside of this nursery would be the small outdoor space. Due to the location of the building, there is not much that can be done about this and with a recent refit they have tried to make the most of what they have. The indoor garden also means that the children have plenty of room to run around still. We personally feel that the location and other positive aspects of the nursery outweigh the garden issue.

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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 29 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter will be starting school this September but has been at the nursery since she was 11 months old. The staff has always taken such good care of her, and she has always been so happy to be there. The office staff have always been very helpful. I was a shift worker and they were always willing
to accommodate my shifts and even shift changes. I would definitely recommend to others.

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Review from Lisa B (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been with Busy Bees for 2 years and I have been extremely pleased with the care, support and encouragement provided by all members of staff.
I have particularly appreciated the support of her key workers and how well they have known her for the time she has been in the care. I am
always sad when my daughter goes up a class but she is always prepared and more than ready. Thank you to all of you.

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Review from Claire F (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child and I love Busy Bees. The staff are very friendly and are genuinely interested in the welfare of the children, making every day fun and exciting. We particularly love the indoor play area and sensory room.

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Review from Emma G (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Busy Bees Crawley is very welcoming nursery. Staff take time and are very caring. Health and safety is very good.
Children are well looked after.
Good range of food.
Lots of different activities for the children to do.

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Review from Kirsty M (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son enjoyed himself while attending Busy Bees, the staff were very approachable and caring, and I felt at ease knowing he was in safe hands while I was at work.
I would highly recommend the nursery.

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Review from Ann-Marie W (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved to Crawley 2 years ago and Busy Bees welcomed us with open hands. Their staff are very friendly, helpful but most of all very Caring!
My daughter loves going to Busy Bees and talks about what activities they do at pre-School. I have not doubt that my daughter is in capable hands. I will continue
to recommend friends and family to Busy Bees for your excellent work.


Thank You all!


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Review from Mathew (Father of Child) published on 27 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Yes I would recommend this nursery to other parents.
My child always comes home after a day at the nursery with a big smile and loves telling me about all the actives he has done during the day.
He's always bringing something home, i.e paintings, cakes he's made and crafts and is always so proud
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The staff are always to be coming up with new activities for the children to do.


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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would highly recommend Busy Bees to anyone whom I speak to.


My child suffers from many food allergies and when I viewed the nursery the chef took her time to go through all the product which she uses and explain the menus etc.


I love the fact that the nursery has many different rooms/area

within the age setting which keeps the children continually doing something different.


The staff are welcoming and always make my child smile when they walk through the door.


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Current Review Score: 8.0 (8.037)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.0 (8.037) out of 10 for Busy Bees Crawley is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 1 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.0 out of 5 from 1 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 5.000 for Busy Bees Crawley is calculated as follows: ( (12 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 12 Ratings = 5

  • 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 3.037 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Crawley is based on 1 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 = 3

    • 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 135 number of registered child places is 27. 1 Positive Reviews ÷ 27 = 0.037

  • 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)

Clare

Clare Sandford

Job Title: Centre Director

Joined: 2001

My name is Clare Sandford and I have worked for the company since October 2001. I gained my NNEB qualification in 1990 and have worked in childcare since then.  I started working initially as Manager at our Reigate branch and moved to the Crawley branch in 2004, During this time I have worked in several different roles including Manager, Support Manager and Operations Manager, finally returning to the role of Manager at Crawley after I had my own children.


I am extremely passionate about my nursery and the children who attend, I am committed to providing quality childcare to the parents and children who use the setting.  I am immensely proud of my amazing team here at Crawley who work incredibly hard to provide a wonderful safe and stimulating environment for the children. 


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