Busy Bees Norwich Meridian

5 Meridian Way, Norwich NR7 0TA
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9.9 104 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Norwich Meridian, Norwich
For those in search of exceptional childcare, Busy Bees at Norwich Meridian is the ideal destination. This nursery warmly welcomes children from babies through to pre-schoolers, creating an environment that nurtures learning, growth and development.

Within the nursery, there are tailored nursery rooms thoughtfully equipped with a diverse range of age-appropriate activities and learning materials. This setup enables all children to engage in learning while enjoying themselves alongside peers who are at similar developmental stages.

Rest assured, the fun isn't limited to the indoors, as Busy Bees at Norwich Meridian has thoughtfully created separate garden areas catering to each age group, ensuring that outdoor adventures are fun and enjoyable.

At Busy Bees Norwich Meridian, empowering young learners is a top priority. Through the Preschool Council, children actively participate in decision-making processes, cultivating their sense of responsibility and active engagement in their educational journey.

Busy Bees strongly believes in the power of parent partnerships. To facilitate this, they have set up a Parent Partnership Group, which encourages collaboration between parents and staff to ensure the best possible experience for your child.

To keep parents informed about their child's activities and progress during their time at the nursery, Busy Bees offers access to learning journals through the 'ParentZone' app. This app provides real-time updates on a child's daily adventures, milestones, and developmental progress.

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Care Provided by Busy Bees Norwich Meridian

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Suzanne Breeze (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 32
  • Total Places for Children
  • 112
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 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
  • Parking

  • Private car park available


Busy Bees Norwich Meridian Reviews (104)

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Busy Bees Norwich Meridian has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.901) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Norwich Meridian has 104 reviews.

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Review from Faith (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I visited a number of nurseries before going back to work and Busy Bees, Meridian, stood out by a mile for me. From the very first encounter, I was made to feel very welcome by the manager. Not only did she speak to me, but spoke to my daughter and remembered her name upon every visit. This made me
feel comfortable that management is taking interest in gaining my child’s trust and engaging with her rather than just parents. I attended the baby groups most Mondays to help settle her and found staff welcoming and loved the variety of activities. My daughter has a key worker and I feel as though she treats my daughter as one of her own. What I’m looking for in a nursery is that my daughter is happy, comfortable and staff truly cherish her. And I have found that Busy Bees, Meridian, have excelled in achieving this. The staff are a credit to Busy Bees, especially the manager and my child's key workers, who I speak with on a regular basis. Would highly recommend.

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Review from Janet (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I have had both of my children attend Busy Bees at Norwich Meridian. Throughout nearly 4 years that one or both have been at the nursery, they have developed well and been treated as individuals. The staff in all rooms have tailored the needs of my children, with consultation with myself, to enable
them to learn and challenged them to grow at their own pace. The feedback given about my children is always constructive and helped me with ideas that could help enhance their achievements at home.
Even through challenging times, the nursery and management have always been forthcoming with issues that have arisen throughout the day and placed plans in place to overcome issues. I can't fault the staff for the encouragement to my children and the way that they have enabled the transition to school (for my eldest and now my littlest.) The plans and next steps are always challenging my children but are well within their targets. Food is always fresh and well balanced.

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Review from Sharon E (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended this setting from 10 months and is now 4. We couldn’t have chosen a better place for her, the staff are brilliant especially the 4 key workers. The security the key worker gives her has helped her confidence. The range of activities provided has stimulated her imagination and
development. The facilities have always been spacious, clean and bright with plenty to occupy, make, grow, build. They have separate outside space for all the different ages and preschool garden has just been redeveloped. When she was a baby I loved that there were cots not just mats. There was lots of sensory items around the entire room. In other rooms the role play areas have been one of our daughters favourite past times, that and painting! Recently, home learning books, library days, PE days and chatterboxes have become a big part of our lives as we prepare for school. As a working parent, I’ve loved the longer hours available and 3 meals provided. We are really going to miss Busy Bees.

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Review from Nikki B (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has been going to the nursery since he was 13 months old, he is currently in the 2-3 room. He loves going to nursery, and I love hearing about his day. We have been very happy with the support the nursery provides and the consistency of care he receives. He has a really great connection with
his key workers, which he has only had one per room he has been in. The nursery has been amazing with him since he became a big brother. We are grateful that nursery provides a fun place for him to learn and explore as he wishes. Thank you

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Review from Hannah G (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children attend this nursery and they absolutely love it and so do I. The staff are all wonderful, the food is amazing, the equipment and gardens are superb and they treat each child as an individual and help stick to routines and provide for every child’s needs.

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Review from Lisa T (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

A lovely nursery environment and the staff are fantastic. The food is varied and healthy. My son is very settled and happy here.

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Review from Jenny (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I’ve used Busy Bees Norwich Meridian since December 2012 and have been consistently pleased with the level of care they give our children. Staff turnover can be an issue at times but we’ve been fortunate that our children have built really strong bonds with their key workers and other members of staff.
The staff, on the whole, are wonderful and work hard to build and maintain strong bonds with the kids, you can really feel their genuine affection. They strive to keep the activities fresh and work with the children on their individual needs. The communication with parents is also very good and the staff always look to work closely on developmental areas or needs. I’d highly recommend Busy Bees.

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Review from Hannah W (Mother of Child) published on 25 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All the staff provide a nurturing and caring environment for children to thrive in. The staff provide such an amazing and creative range of activities. My son loves it and his first question every morning is 'Am I going to pre-school today?' I don't think he would be where he is developmentally had
he not attend Busy Bees.

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Review from Amy F (Mother of Child) published on 25 December 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to this nursery for 18 months and she absolutely loves it! She is thriving in this stimulating environment. All staff are encouraging and know her. I feel they are very approachable and give outstanding care.

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

My daughter has been going to the nursery for almost a year and she is absolutely thriving. She is excited to go in the mornings and doesn’t want to leave when I go to collect her.

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

I honestly can’t thank the nursery enough for how amazing the staff have all been since my son started nursery! As a mother that works full time it can be apprehensive to leave your child with people you don’t know all week, but the girls and guys have always put my mind at ease and I truly could not
fault them in any way shape or form. I would recommend this nursery to any of my friends and family. The staff are so brilliant with all the children and always tell you what the children have been up to and if there are incidents they always inform you!

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

Starting at 8 months, my son has been at Meridian Way now for a few weeks. As I sat in the foyer choosing the nursery, every child that came in smiled, that gave me confidence and I haven’t been disappointed. The baby room has a lovely feel, lots of activities and lovely staff. The key worker/buddy
system works well and my sons' key workers are amazing. My son has come on leaps and bounds in a few short weeks. I have already recommended the nursery to friends who have transferred their own children to it having seen it. If you haven’t visited, I would encourage you to do so!

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Review from Helen C (Mother of Child) published on 9 December 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My Son is nearly 4 years old and has attended Busy Bees Meridian Way since he was 8 months old. The staff are excellent and really understand each child as an individual which is very important. The staff are welcoming, helpful and clearly enjoy what they do. My partner and I have busy, demanding jobs
and it's reassuring to know that our Son always has an action packed day with a good level of educational input. My other son is 10 years old and also attended this nursery back in 2007, it was good then, but it's excellent now.

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Review from Rowan Y (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been really impressed with the nursery since my daughter started in August. It is very child led and the staff gave us as many settling in sessions as we needed which means I have a very happy settled little girl, who is very keen to go. The staff are always very caring and professional and we
get good feedback about how her day has gone. My daughter loves the food, which is prepared on site and there are always really good activities going on. Overall I'd highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Sheri C (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband and I have been really impressed with the quality of care my son has received. The staff are great and seem to take a genuine interest in his welfare - and as a result, he loves going to nursery! Happy son = happy parent! I would not hesitate to recommend Busy Bees Meridian.

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Review from Rachel B (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We could not wish for a better childcare family for our little boy. Everything we could wish for is catered for, from his dairy free dinners to the ongoing support and cuddles he receives. We look forward to our child and ourselves being part of Busy Bees over the next few years.

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Review from Sophie S (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We looked at a lot of nurseries before deciding to send our daughter here and we definitely made the right choice.
The staff are kind and caring and they do some lovely activities. The facilities are great and the children have an opportunity to play outside whatever time of year, which my daughter
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I was extremely worried about how they would get my daughter to nap as I have to take her for a walk in the buggy to get her to sleep, but the staff manage to get her to lay on her bed and nap! - something I am still yet to master!
The food is all freshly prepared on site and my allergy daughter is well catered for with plenty of variety and strict procedures, which gives me confidence that there won't be any cross contamination.

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Review from Sacha B (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 3 year old daughter has been attending Busy Bees since she was 9 months and she has a great time. I like the fact there are 4 different rooms depending on age, so children aren't mixed with younger/older children. My little girl has learnt loads of new skills and has made lots of new friends.

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Review from Victoria H (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been at Busy Bees Meridian for 7 months and I couldn't be happier with my choice of nursery. He always loves being at nursery and the staff are exceptionally caring, kind and informative. His dietary needs are always met and we are regularly kept up to date with his progress. Having been
a bit nervous to start him at nursery, I now couldn't be more pleased with my decision.

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Review from Zoe R (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees Meridian has a lovely community feel and a nurturing environment. My little girl has been going for 6 months and I've been really impressed with how she is cared for and the activities she takes part in during her day.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.901)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.901) out of 10 for Busy Bees Norwich Meridian 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 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.901 for Busy Bees Norwich Meridian is calculated as follows: ( (250 Excellents x 5) + (21 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 274 Ratings = 4.901

  • 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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Norwich Meridian is based on 23 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 + 0.1 = 4

    • 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, which has been reached with 23 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • 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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Suzanne

Suzanne Breeze

Job Title: Centre Director

Joined: 2008

Hello, my name is Suzanne Breeze and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Norwich Meridian.


I look forward to welcoming new families to our beautiful childcare setting in Norwich.


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