Busy Bees Leicester Meridian

Meridian Leisure Park, Meridian Way, Braunstone, Leicester LE19 1JZ
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9.5 122 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Leicester Meridian, Leicester
Busy Bees Leicester Meridian stands as an exceptional childcare provider creating a loving, stimulating environment where children can flourish in their early years education.

The devoted team at Busy Bees Leicester Meridian go above and beyond to support every child throughout their nursery journey, ensuring they receive the very best start in life. With many of their dedicated team members, including the passionate Centre Director, boasting over 15 years of experience, their dedication to providing the highest quality childcare establishes a strong sense of trust and reliability.

Rather than a traditional preschool, Busy Bees Leicester Meridian offers a Foundation Class. Led by an experienced teacher, this class equips children with the necessary skills, confidence and love for learning to excel in school.

And the learning experience extends outdoors. The generous garden offers dedicated sections for each age group where children can seamlessly explore, play and learn outdoors. The Foundation Class also benefits from a weekly football and physical activity program, adding both fun and fitness to their outdoor adventures.

You can even keep up to date on your child's progress during their time at Busy Bees through the ‘ParentZone’ app. The enthusiastic staff will provide you with regular updates on your child's learning and development, along with any activities they take part in, ensuring that you never miss a moment.

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Care Provided by Busy Bees Leicester Meridian

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Carly Ward (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 35
  • Total Places for Children
  • 130
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays
  • Parking

  • There is plenty of parent parking available outside the building and to the rear of the building.


Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Reviews (122)

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9.5

Busy Bees Leicester Meridian has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.490) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Leicester Meridian has 122 reviews.

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Review from Manish P (Father of Child) published on 22 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have now been using this nursery for six years as both children have been attending, my oldest was diagnosed with autism which was identified by the staff at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian. The help and support we had then were fantastic, even support groups we attended stated we were extremely lucky
as many others had no or little help from settings that their child was at. My youngest is the complete opposite of my eldest and the staff have been brilliant again. During Covid-19 I must say Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian were miles ahead of even the government. In January 2020 we had letters about Covid-19 in Asia, they started providing hand sanitiser at the entrance, drop off points for children and all in January, which is when the Prime Minister was telling us all just to sing happy birthday when washing hands!


Staff have been amazing, helpful and continued to support and make our kids feel normal in these times, thank you to every one of the staff!


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Review from Emily S (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian have been fantastic with my toddler in the two years he has been going here. He’s learnt so much and always has a lot of fun. You can tell that the staff genuinely care about the kids and making sure they get the best out of their time. I’m especially grateful to them
all during the pandemic, as they’ve kept us up to date with all cases when they have occurred and these have been minimal due to the care and systems they have put in place. Highly recommend.

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Review from Anna S (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter, who is turning three next month has been attending since she was nine months old. We loved the place and staff then and now, given the pandemic circumstances. Even more, my daughter loves being at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian with her friends and all the lovely ladies that look after
her, she attends three days a week but every night and morning she asks if we are going today too, bless her! At home she talks about her key person and other carers, she always smiles at the photos from the nursery. Yes, they do send photos and all the details of what kids are up to when Mummy and Daddy are at work, I love this feature! What can be better than a testimony of how good the nursery is than a child who can't wait to go there? All staff members are friendly and lovely but staying professional at the same time, the nursery is great and safe for kids to be in and my daughter loves the food served there too! Management has always been very helpful and supportive with regards to changes in sessions as well. I do recommend!

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Review from Aman S (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This an outstanding nursery with such caring and professional staff. The staff really listen to any concerns or questions you have and act upon anything you have uncertainties about, especially when you're leaving them for the first time. My son has been attending this nursery since he was fifteen
months and is now in the foundation class. He has learnt so much including good mannerism and vocabulary. He absolutely loves going to the nursery which is such a great feeling as a parent. The nursery is clean, the food is fresh and is served to the little ones often so you don't need to worry about them being hungry during the day. The learning facilities are great and the outdoor play areas are very good with lots of space and toys for them. Once you start toilet training the nursery help facilitate this, I didn't have to worry about him being in dirty or in wet clothes as they are on top of it. I highly recommend this nursery, I would say without a doubt it is the best in Leicester.

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Review from Hayley K (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn’t recommend Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian highly enough. My son has been attending on a full-time basis for seven months now and has loved every second. I’m really trying not to take it personally but he often cries when he has to leave! I cannot praise the staff highly enough, especially
throughout Covid-19, they’ve been nothing short of amazing. They provide me with an absolute peace of mind in caring for my child, a great routine with endless learning activities, great at keeping you up to date each day and are very obliging of requests. The nutrition is excellent, varied and very accommodating of dietary requirements. There are daily activities for which I often get photos, plenty of masterpieces sent home and regular updates on my child’s developments. I don’t have a bad word to say about the nursery and Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian would without question be my first choice and recommendation to friends and family. Thank you so much for making such an important journey so easy.

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Review from Selma D (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian when she was eight months old. I was initially nervous about leaving her for two full days a week but all of the team at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian made the transition easier than I could imagine. They keep me up to date on everything through the
app and at home time, have built an excellent relationship with my daughter and make great observations and recommendations on what we can do at home too, to connect the learning. My daughter loves going to nursery and especially loves the food! Thanks to all at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian.

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Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This has been the most exceptional place to send both of my children and I will be very sorry when my youngest has to move up to school. The childcare has been unwavering, even through a pandemic, with support being given through all rooms, making this a home away from home. All of the staff are in
their own right outstanding, providing a warm safety net for my children to grow and develop at their own pace. I absolutely cannot recommend this setting enough. The rooms are clean and inviting, all resources are well maintained and the rooms are comfortable and educational. They’ve supported my children’s specific needs whilst in and out of the nursery and it’s been the best starting place for them to begin their journey of education. They have been flexible to my needs of childcare and made a safe and welcoming place for me to know my children are receiving the very best care away from home.

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Review from Kara H (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have three year old twin girls and they have attended this nursery since they were eighteen months old. We could not have been more pleased with their progress from attending this nursery. The girls can't wait to get to nursery each morning and are always happy, giggling and excited to tell us all
about their day. The staff are always friendly, welcoming and any concerns that have been raised are immediately dealt with in a professional and timely manner. Throughout the lockdown period, staff have been vigilant, caring and thorough with taking temperatures and with the general health and well-being of all of their children. There is never a task too big or small when it comes to the quality of leadership at the nursery and we can sing nothing but praises for the time, dedication and endless hours the nursery staff have worked to support the parents through this difficult time. I would recommend this setting in a heartbeat!

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Review from Deepa M (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When selecting a nursery for our son we shopped around a lot, as it was really important for us to find somewhere that would provide a nurturing environment that would support or son's growth and development. We looked at three other nurseries before deciding on Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian. My son
started nursery in January 2021 and has settled in beautifully despite our concerns about this, given that he has spent the majority of his life in lockdown. Two members of staff in the baby room are wonderful. They keep our son engaged in activities throughout the day, provide updates via the app and always give a thorough handover at the end of the day. All the staff always greet you with a smile and seem to know all of the children, even if they work in different areas. My son has an egg allergy, which was a concern when picking a nursery. The manager was diligent in her risk assessment and put my mind at ease immediately. My son continues to flourish under their care. Thank you.

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Review from Kerry L (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian for the past two years. She was very shy around new people when she began. Over the past year, I have begun to notice the difference in her confidence. She absolutely loves going to the nursery. She has recently started to make friends and talks
about them and the staff non stop at home. She knows songs and dances that she has had to teach me. With regards to the staff, I couldn't rate them higher. Everyone is and always has been welcoming and personable. The manager is never too busy to speak to you. She always refers to me by name even though she must have so many names to remember. She talks about my child like she is the only child at the nursery. Knowing details about her personality and likes or dislikes. All the staff clearly have a positive and enjoyable work-life and it shows in how well they care for the children. The nursery has dealt with the pandemic so well and this shows in the small amount of cases they have had.

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Review from Gina M (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Working full time and leaving your child can be really stressful but all the staff at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian make us feel at ease and make it as easy as possible. They are great with my son and keep my husband and me informed of all the great activities they do throughout the day so I can feel
like I was there. They really do go above and beyond in every aspect of my child’s development and have coped with the pandemic in such a professional way, which has made us feel really safe in such an uncertain time. Thanks to everyone at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian, your efforts don’t go unnoticed and are much appreciated.

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Review from Kingsford O (Father of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian has been very instrumental in my child’s development. Their attention and level of care for the kids are incredible. Their handlers and management team have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic and ensure that families could live some seemingly normal lives amidst
a very abnormal time in our lives. I would highly recommend this nursery for your child.

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Review from Katerina S (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy to leave my toddler with the friendly and smiley staff at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian. Every time we arrive my little one is so excited to go inside and has lots of fun with friends and staff! Thank you for making it so easy to leave my baby with you!

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Review from Selina P (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian are amazing! I cannot fault them, my son has been going for over a year now and all the staff have been brilliant with him. He finally became settled in before lockdown and when nurseries were allowed to open he went back and was unsettled again. However, the staff went
above and beyond to get him through it and kept me in the loop the whole time. They do so many activities with him and he has come on so much since starting nursery. I would highly recommend it here.

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Review from Sean M (Father of Child) published on 15 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been sending my son to Busy Bees Meridian for almost 2 years now and I couldn't wish for a better place for him to be cared for and educated.
All of the staff I have interacted with during his time there are exceptionally professional during every interaction and I cannot fault the attention
to detail they show every day.
I would like to offer a special mention to the three ladies who have been my son's keyworkers during his time at the nursery and have helped him develop massively.
I would also like to extend my thanks to the nursery manager, she has always been beyond professional and any request no matter how big or little is too much for her.


If you are looking for a nursery to send your child to then look no further as Busy Bees Meridian is second to none.


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Review from Caroline K (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Where do I even begin? Busy Bees has just been absolutely amazing with my 2-year-old son. The carers are so kind and my son is excited when I drop him off, and just as excited when I pick him up. They have been patient and have helped him speak - as he has been a bit of a late bloomer. I am quite impressed
with the activities the kids do, from science to craft, to learning about the environment. There is a lovely space for the kids to play, and a variety of toys they are encouraged to explore. The admin people have been so efficient - and even last minute they were able to accommodate extra sessions when I needed them because of work. I appreciate all efforts they have made to keep the nursery safe during these times - I feel confident leaving my child with them. Finally, the updates I get from the parent app have been so useful in following his progress - the carers are so attentive and supportive in keeping us informed and addressing any concerns we may have.

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Review from Rubina C (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at this nursery for 4 months now, and it was a big transition for us all! However, the staff have been amazing and she has settled in really well. They have handled the challenges of her needing to be fed to sleep, and being a fussy eater tremendously - and now she naps well there
and seems to enjoy her meals. The carers are warm and friendly, and my daughter gets excited to tell me about her day and looks forward to going back.
It has been difficult starting nursery during a lockdown - however, they have an app that updates you throughout the day with photos and logs of what they have been doing, which is very useful. The nursery has been great with COVID policies, and always kept us informed and stayed open throughout lockdown - allowing me to go to work myself as a key worker.
I have noticed my daughter has become more confident and sociable since attending nursery, and she always has a smile on her face at the end of the day.

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Review from Donna M (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees Meridian has been outstanding since my then eight-month-old started attending. The staff, setting, activities, level of care and communication have always been second to none. I can't thank Busy Bees Meridian enough. Sadly in September 2020, we are moving house and so this nursery will be
too far. Thank you Busy Bees Meridian we will never forget you.

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Review from Zoe W (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We had to use Busy Bees when our nursery closed due to covid-19, so we were really worried about our little one settling in. Busy Bees were absolutely fantastic. My 16-month-old girl loved being there from day one. The staff are helpful and always smiling, and they do so much! Lots of painting, messy
play and crafts! It made a difficult situation so much better, and I am very grateful for their care.

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Review from John S (Father of Child) published on 25 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Cannot recommend Busy Bees enough. My son loves going to nursery and to see how far he has come along in six months in his development is fantastic. We recently had a Busy Bees parents evening and it was lovely to hear from his key worker how he has integrated into the 1-2 years group and we joked that
the next parents evening he will be the one telling us how he is getting on, but it's true he seems to be learning new words every day and always a very happy chipper boy when picking him up from nursery, which is a credit to Busy Bees.

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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.490)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.490) out of 10 for Busy Bees Leicester Meridian 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 14 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 14 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 4.952 for Busy Bees Leicester Meridian is calculated as follows: ( (161 Excellents x 5) + (6 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 168 Ratings = 4.952

  • 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 4.538 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Leicester Meridian is based on 14 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 130 number of registered child places is 26. 14 Positive Reviews ÷ 26 = 0.538

  • 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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Carly Ward

Job Title: Centre Director

Hello, my name is Carly and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Leicester Meridian.


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