Busy Bees Macclesfield

Poplar Road, South Park, Macclesfield SK11 8AT
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  • Busy Bees Macclesfield, Macclesfield
Busy Bees Macclesfield provide endless opportunities for children to thrive during their time at nursery. So, whether your child enjoys exploring the outdoors, taking safe risks while supervised by staff, or enjoying a nutritious meal with their friends, there is something for every child to enjoy!

The highly experienced team are dedicated in providing the best care to help support every child in their developmental journey. To help prepare your child for the next big step in their education, Busy Bees follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The enthusiastic team plan a wide range of exciting and stimulating activities in line with the EYFS framework to help to enable children to learn whilst having fun.

The caring staff proactively support every child throughout each stage of their development to ensure they have the best start in life. So, for those little ones who still require more close care and attention, there is a dedicated baby room with comfortable cots, sensory play toys and comfortable chairs for much-needed cuddles.

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Care Provided by Busy Bees Macclesfield

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Rebecca Sigley (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 33
  • Total Places for Children
  • 98
  • 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, Christmas & New Year

Busy Bees Macclesfield Reviews (168)

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Busy Bees Macclesfield has a Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Macclesfield has 168 reviews.

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Review from Richard A (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves his time at nursery. All the staff are fantastic. He is developing and changing in so many positive ways. I love the influence it is having on him. The staff all give fantastic feedback at the end of the day. He is learning so much. Very, very happy.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Macclesfield

Hello,
Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Macclesfield nursery.
40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. Join us as we celebrate our milestone year, visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40 years Busy Bees’ to find out more and how to participate! 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 Emily C (Mother of Child) published on 27 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has far exceeded my expectations. My son's confidence has really grown as he was so lovingly welcomed into the preschool room. He has very strong bonds with all the staff, especially his key worker, as they all make such an effort to get to know him. The preschool class focuses heavily on
essential early maths and literacy skills and this is apparent through his progression. The teaching and learning are outstanding. He comes home excited and can tell me all about the fun activities he has done. I am very happy as a parent that he is receiving the best care possible. Thank you.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Macclesfield

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 Macclesfield. Best wishes, Busy Bees.


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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so happy with how the staff have helped our son to settle at nursery. He is greeted every day with a genuinely warm and welcoming style which has helped him form good bonds with his key worker and other staff. The activities are well thought out and resourced to provide fun, creative learning
experiences through play. As a result we have seen his skills and confidence grow hugely even in the short time he's been there. Food is of a high standard and he received several meals a day. Facilities are lovely and well maintained. Overall we are very happy with the setting and can't recommend it enough.

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Review from K H (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery.

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Review from E K (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Scamps are simply brilliant. Our little girl has been here for over three years and loved every minute. She has progressed so much, and it's lovely to see the relationships she has built with all the staff, but especially her key workers. We are so pleased we chose Scamps as the nursery for our little
girl.

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Review from Claire M (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We absolutely love Samps Macclesfield. Our daughter has been with them since the age of two and is so happy. Her development and language are so advanced for her age; you can tell that they all spend a lot of quality time with her. She's a great eater, and I put that down to her diet at Scamos; she's
willing to try new things, which is great. She always seems so happy. We've been well looked after as a family and feel so comfortable with all the staff. Could honestly not recommend them enough. Clean, safe, enjoyable and very trustworthy with our little girl's best interests at heart.

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Review from Nicole H (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Scamps Macclesfield is a welcoming, warm and lovely environment for both the children and parents to be in. Since coming to Scamps, since the age of 12-months, my daughter has learnt and developed in many different ways; she absolutely loves coming to nursery and tells me all about the amazing activities
she has done that day. She also tells me how much she loves her key worker and all of the ladies at the nursery too! The outdoor space is great, and there is always lots of outdoor activities going on, which my daughter loves. I cannot thank and appreciate all of the staff for all of their hard work and care enough.

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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of our daughters have absolutely thrived at Scamps. The ladies truly love and care for the children - offering a safe and nurturing environment alongside a jam-packed schedule of activities. We can't rate them highly enough!

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Review from K O (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Scamps is an excellent nursery. The staff are extremely helpful and look after the children to a very high standard. The children love them. The learning through play is of high quality, and the children learn without realising. The rooms are clean and have a wide variety of activities for the children
to take part in.

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Review from Claire H (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot fault Scamps at all. My daughter loves it, and it thriving, which is down to the dedication, love and skill of the most amazing team. The care and attention she receives every day has seen her excel in all areas, but most importantly, she is so happy.

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Review from Amy M (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Scamps have been an amazing nursery for my child. They have been fantastic from the start. My child settled in straight away and loves coming to nursery, and I love hearing about his day.

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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Scamps nursery is like a family, and my child has loved every minute here. The centre director, room leads, and all the staff are so genuinely passionate, enthusiastic and committed to the children having the best, most caring experience, and the best possible development to be the best they can be!
There is a sign in reception that sums my child's care and experience there up perfectly - it says "they may not remember everything you did, but they will always remember how special you made them feel" - I see this lived out genuinely every day. Scamps are truly fantastic!

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Review from James S (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy, very good, kids happy.

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Review from P B (Father of Child) published on 6 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is an excellent nursery that has provided high-quality care and education for my son over the past few years. The staff are a dedicated team who go above and beyond to help children learn and develop to the best of their abilities. My child has loved his time at this nursery, and it is such a friendly
and welcoming place. I would highly recommend it to any new parents.

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Review from I B (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our child has been attending Scamps day nursery since 2017 and has had an amazing journey throughout. The staff have been so welcoming and attentive, and our child has flourished under their care. Our child has met or exceeded the development milestones of moving into reception and absolutely loved
her time at the nursery and pre-school. Every aspect of the care given to our child has been exemplary, and at times, the staff have gone over and above in their duty of care. We are so sad to be finishing our time at Scamps day nursery as we have felt so welcomed and part of the family. We would recommend Scamps day nursery in a heartbeat.

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Review from Nicola C (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have been using Scampsday nursery since 2015 and have complete trust in their approach to developing my children. I can go to work safe in the knowledge that my child is happy, well cared for and engaging in a wide range of activities throughout the day. They have quiet periods as well to ensure they
can rest. The staff have always demonstrated high levels of professionalism and care to have fun with the little ones. I'm very happy with the choice I made. The manager runs a successful nursery, which is a credit to her.

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Review from Abigail B (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would not send my little boy anywhere else. The whole team is amazing! My little one loves to come to pre-school and talks about all of the fun he has when he is there. His confidence amazes me every day, and I am so grateful to all of their girls who have helped him to grow into the happy, clever
little boy that he is. We will miss everybody so much when he goes to school this year. Thanks, Scamps; you're the best!

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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The whole team at Scamps has worked really hard in my child's development. I am very satisfied with her achievement and development. The nursery has been very accommodating in taking care of her cultural needs. She has celebrated all events including Eid, Divali and Christmas at nursery, and was given
a chance of acknowledging the cultural difference and yet be good friends. I loved how the team has been so caring and loving to her.

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Review from Emma D (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Scamps is fantastic! My daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her time here, and I would have no hesitation in recommending Scamps to others! Thank you to the whole Scamps team!

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Review from Ella W (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had nothing but positive things to say about Scamps! It has been the best experience, and our son has thrived whilst being here. All the ladies have been nothing but amazing!

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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.994)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.994) out of 10 for Busy Bees Macclesfield 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 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 4.994 for Busy Bees Macclesfield is calculated as follows: ( (346 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 348 Ratings = 4.994

  • 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 Macclesfield is based on 29 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 98 number of registered child places is 19.6, which has been reached with 29 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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Awards / Recognitions (13)

Top 20 Nurseries North West England 2024

Recipient: Busy Bees Macclesfield

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Top 20 Nurseries North West England 2023

Recipient: Busy Bees Macclesfield

Date: Friday 28 Apr 2023 More details

Top 20 Nurseries North West England 2022

Recipient: Busy Bees Macclesfield

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

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Meet the Team (1)

Rebecca

Rebecca sigley

Job Title: Centre Director

Joined: 2023

I began working at Busy Bees in August 2023, I Have a BA Hons Degree in early childhood studies. I have been working in childcare for over 18 years and my passion is focusing on the wellbeing of my children and staff. I have a Cache Level 2 in SEND. I have certificates in both Paediatric First Aid and First Aid at Work. I am also the named Designated Safeguarding Lead. I’m incredibly proud of our Nursery and everything that we do, especially winning an award for being recognised as a top 20 recommended nursery in the North West 2023. It is so nice to know that the emphasis we place on ensuring Busy Bees Macclesfield provides all of our babies and children with the best start in life is noticed. I am so passionate about the Nursery and ensure all the things we do and provide for the children make every day amazing.


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