Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

The Neighbourhood Centre, Highdown Way, Swindon SN25 4FD
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8.7 42 Reviews
  • Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge, Swindon
Busy Bees at St Andrews Ridge recognises how important it is for children to have the space and time to develop in their own way. Offering a welcoming environment with spacious rooms tailored to suit each age group, each child is encouraged to reach their full potential as they take part in a range of exciting activities and fun-filled learning resources.

The fantastic team at Busy Bees plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of activities, all in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, to promote every child's development whilst also preparing them for their next key-stage, whether that be within the nursery or when the time comes to move on to school.

Through the ‘ParentZone’ app you need never miss a moment of your child's stay at nursery. The team will send over regular updates, letting you know what your little one is up to as well as details of all the achievements and milestones they reach.

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Care Provided by Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Gemma Pomroy (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 28
  • Total Places for Children
  • 102
  • 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
  • Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day

Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge Reviews (42)

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8.7

Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.677) out of 10, based on 5 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge has 42 reviews.

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Review from Linda W (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has just finished to go to primary school having been with Busy Bees at St Andrew's Ridge for the last 4 years. She joined into babies and has been through all of the rooms and levels to preschool.
She has thrived in the care of the excellent staff and is more than ready for her next adventure
at school. Staff are caring and kind, they alter their approach to the individual child and tailor their approaches as needed. She has grown so much in character confidence and experience under their guidance. I would highly recommend it.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

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 Matt R (Father of Child) published on 16 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff members are very kind and always asking how my other half is feeling. It is really lovely, especially lately because my wife is pregnant and she's struggling a bit.
Apart from that, they are always sending regards and wish us all the best.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We will pass on your lovely comments to the team at St Andrew's.
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 Bethanie J (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has absolutely loved her time at Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge Day Nursery. She has developed so much and learned so many new and valuable things, she is well-prepared for school. All the staff are so caring and kind. She will miss Busy Bees very much.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

Hello, Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our St Andrew's Ridge nursery.
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 Kieran I (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

At first, we were worried our daughter would struggle to settle moving from another nursery to this. Two members o staff, in particular, have been fantastic and our daughter loves her teachers, all the staff and the environment.
Thanks to all at Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge Day Nursery.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

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.
40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. Celebrate our milestone year with us! Visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40 years Busy Bees’ and find out more and how to join us. 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 Dee N (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The team really excelled in communication; feedback at every pick-up was extremely thorough and I could mention something to one member of staff; which then got distilled to the rest of the team instantaneously, which meant that everyone was on the same page. My daughter really took a liking to all
the staff, especially one staff member in particular. They were very gentle, never came across stressed or anxious, they always had time for my questions and and they always looked at supporting my daughter's development in a way that was akin to her. They were a lot more resilient and patient in potty training her than I was. I feel that due to the team literally being like a home away from home for my daughter, it helped with her immunity and she never got as seriously ill as she had done in previous settings. My daughter absolutely loved the outdoor space, there are so many opportunities for her to climb, balance and develop her physical ability. Thanks.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

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 Swindon St Andrews.
40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. Celebrate our milestone year with us! Visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40 years Busy Bees’ and find out more and how to join us. 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 Sally M (Mother of Child) published on 28 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter was very happy at Busy Bees, the staff are very welcoming and so many fun and educational activities always available. We were sad to go to school! Highly recommend to anybody looking for high quality childcare with the extra touch!

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Review from Helen (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has just finished at this nursery after 4 very happy years there.
From the very start in the baby room all the way though to pre-school this nursery has been wonderful. The care she has received throughout has been exceptional. The staff are warm and friendly and always have a positive
attitude. I would highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Leanne C (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been going to this nursery since he was 10months old. He has loved each of the rooms he has been in (he’s now at preschool at this nursery).
The staff are wonderful, always greeting with a smile, explaining how the day has gone and updating on any areas required. A parent app allows
updates throughout the day on meal times (along with naps and nappy changes when relevant), which is great for knowing how the day has gone! The staff also regularly update with photos and observations, and activities we could try at home.
My little one has made so many wonderful friends in his key workers, along with great relationships with staff across all rooms in the nursery. He enjoys attending and regularly talks positively about what he’s been doing.
I have and will continue to recommend Busy Bees to friends and family.

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Review from Justyna B (Mother of Child) published on 17 July 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son came from another nursery in September 2018 and from day one he fell in love with everyone. All staff are approachable and treat children as individuals. Every problem/concern they or we have they would always address in a professional manner. Absolutely recommend this nursery.

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Review from Craig K (Father of Child) published on 30 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has been present at this nursery from the age of 9 months to now when she is 2 years old. She attends 3.5 days a week.
My initial worries about her attending a nursery setting would be whether she’d make friends and enjoy her time. I'm glad to say these worries quickly went away, she has an
abundance of friends and is very quick to share the fun she has had.


I love the use of an app that allows me to access her day on a regular basis and see the progression in her development (observations etc.). Equally, I can add parts from her time outside of nursery too!
Staff are friendly and enthusiastic about their work and often provide good feedback regarding my daughter's day. There are excellent facilities (particularly the outside area). A great variety of food is available, this is also on a rota which allows for different experiences of differing foods.


The manager has a great open-door policy, is frequently seen in and around the nursery and is very happy to assist with any enquiries.


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Review from Sarah P (Aunt of Child) published on 26 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The children always look happy when I collect my niece. The staff are very helpful and friendly. My niece is always excited to tell me about her day, I recommend the nursery a lot to all my friends.

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Review from J A (Grandmother of Child) published on 15 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My granddaughter has been attending Busy Bees for a while now and is thriving. She has recently transitioned to the Toddler room and has settled really well. She loves going to nursery and talks about it non stop when she gets home. All the staff are very friendly and so helpful. They always have a
smile on their faces and are always upbeat and positive. The food they serve sounds amazing. It is an amazing nursery.

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Review from Tom (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Busy Bees in St Andrews Ridge is an excellent Nursery. Staff are friendly and very approachable. Management work to a high standard.
Lovely bright welcoming environment. I would tecommend to family and friends.

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Review from Feranmi O (Father of Child) published on 11 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My 3-year-old daughter has been attending the nursery for a bit over a year now. She has been extremely happy and we have been very pleased with her overall growth and development; she's always happy when told it's time to go to nursery.
As with almost any nursery/establishment, there are the one-off/minor
concerns once in a while but overall we are quite pleased with Busy Bees and would not hesitate using the nursery again.

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Review from Fiona O (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees at Andrew's Ridge is fantastic, my son has been made to feel so welcome, all of the staff are kind, caring and engaging. My son has settled in so quickly and is very happy at Nursery and really developing well and learning new skills.

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Review from F O (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery with really engaging staff members. My daughter loves it so much she skips into nursery sometimes, even on a Monday morning. Keep up the great work all!

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Review from Sabrina N (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees, St Andrew's Ridge is a wonderful nursery. We have two boys there, one in the babies room and one in the toddler room, and they always have a great day. All the staff are brilliant. They're attentive, encouraging and supportive. They take the time to ask how the boys are first thing in the
morning and tell us how they've been at the end of the day. The app is great and regularly updated throughout the day. Observations are uploaded at the end of the day and it's lovely for us to see pics of the boys enjoying themselves at nursery. Our boys are really happy at Busy Bees, St Andrew's and we are very happy parents.

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

We feel very happy with the service provided for our little one. We feel it is a safe environment and friendly.

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

My daughter has been attending Busy Bees for a month now and she loves it. All the staff are very friendly and helpful.


The cook prepares gorgeous nutritional meals and snacks for the children and I love that she gets offered such a wide selection of foods at the nursery.


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

Words can’t describe how highly I rate this nursery with my son preieviously attending a different nursery for a year and then moving to this one he has developed so much since. He is baking every week and enjoys coming home and eating his tasty treat. The girls at the nursery supported him extremely
well when he was potty training. He seems to do a lot more activities here and their online portal is amazing for being able to see photos of what he’s doing during nursery. They also have a very secure entrance in and out of the nursery which makes me feel extremely safe to leave my son there. Everyone that works there is extremely polite and nothing is to much trouble. 5 star nursery with out a doubt!

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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.677)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.677) out of 10 for Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge 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 5 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.7 out of 5 from 5 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 4.932 for Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge is calculated as follows: ( (55 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 59 Ratings = 4.932

  • 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 3.745 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge is based on 5 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 = 3.5

    • 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 102 number of registered child places is 20.4. 5 Positive Reviews ÷ 20.4 = 0.245

  • 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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Gemma

Gemma Pomroy

Job Title: Centre Director

Hello, I am Gemma. I have worked in every aspect of childcare, from lunch cover to practitioner to manager. I enjoy seeing children learning, growing and developing, along with supporting staff to learn, grow and develop.


In my spare time, I enjoy spending days out with my daughter, going to new places and I also enjoy spending time relaxing with a good book.


Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge accepts?

Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge Open?

Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge is open: 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.

How many Children does Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge have capacity for?

Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge has capacity for a total of 102 Children.

How far is Busy Bees St Andrew's Ridge to the centre of Swindon?

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

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