Busy Bees Brooke Street

Brooke Street, Chorley PR7 3BS
Submit a Review
9.3 48 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Brooke Street, Chorley
Are you looking for a nursery in Chorley that offers a welcoming setting where your child can thrive in their early years education? Look no further than Busy Bees at Brooke Street. They warmly welcome children from babies through to preschoolers into a homely environment where they are encouraged to reach their full potential.

Inside the nursery, each room is complete with a variety of activities and resources, giving children the opportunity to play and learn in a safe and engaging environment. Busy Bees Chorley also understands the importance of outdoor learning and play. With a dynamic and enriching outdoor environment, they ensure that the fun never stops for children, both indoors and outdoors.

Parents can stay updated on their child's nursery experience by downloading the ParentZone app. Busy Bees' highly qualified team provides regular updates, ensuring that parents never miss a moment of their child's journey.

To support children's learning and development at home, Busy Bees also offers the 'UP' app, which provides a wide range of activities, information, and expert advice.

Show Busy Bees Brooke Street on the Map

Care Provided by Busy Bees Brooke Street

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Danielle Lomax (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 23
  • Total Places for Children
  • 124
  • 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

Funding & Fees Guide for Busy Bees Brooke Street

  • Full Day under 2 - £67.50


    Full day 2-3 - £59.00


    Full day 3+ - £55.50

Busy Bees Brooke Street Reviews (48)

Total of 48, showing 1-20
9.3

Busy Bees Brooke Street has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.263) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Brooke Street has 48 reviews.

Overall Experience

  • 45
  • 3
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

Date Published

48
4
4
9
39

Review from Victoria H (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2025
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fabulous nursery with heart and soul. It's a home from home environment which is so welcoming. The staff always have a beaming smile and you can see the children are delighted to be within their company. Great surroundings.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Nichola P (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees Brooke Street have been life-changing for our family. Following a traumatic experience at another provider, they supported not only our child, but us as a family, to trust and feel safe in their care. Our daughter has since flourished through nurturing, individualised provision that has allowed
her to develop into a communicative, confident and interested learner who bounces through the doors every morning into the arms of staff who obviously deeply care. We couldn't recommend them any more highly.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Annamaria S (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2025
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so pleased with Busy Bees Brooke Street! Our 13 month old son has settled in wonderfully thanks to the caring and dedicated staff. It's clear they genuinely enjoy looking after the children, which makes drop offs much easier. The activities are great - lots of fun and really helping with his
development. He's getting more confident and social. The staff keep us updated throughout the day, so we always know how he's doing. The nursery is clean, well organised and has a great atmosphere. Mealtimes are healthy and varied and they really focus on the little ones well being. Thank you.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from James E (Father of Child) published on 18 February 2025
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Outstanding across the board. Our little girl loves the nursery and is happy there. Communication across the board is outstanding and feel as if the team is an extension of our family! We couldn't be happier with Busy Bees!

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from M G (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2024
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Transitioning our daughter to Brooke Street Nursery after 2 years at her previous was initially a daunting decision. We were uncertain about how well she would adapt to the change. However, it turned out to be the best decision we made for her early education journey. She looks forward to going every
Monday to Friday. The progress she's made in terms of milestones since joining has been nothing but remarkable. The dedicated staff play a pivotal role in fostering a positive atmosphere. The proactive approach not only ensures her emotional well-being but her overall development. Busy Bees Brooke Street has proven to be more than just a nursery. It's a place where our daughter thrives.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from S Q (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2024
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both rooms appear friendly and inviting with the colourful displays and pictures on the walls. The staff are always willing to chat and offer advice where applicable. Meals offered are well-rounded, ensuring children get at least 1 of their 5 per day each meal.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Rebecca G (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am more than happy with the fabulous care and communication from this nursery and its staff. My son is always extremely happy and excited to go, and that tells me everything. The staff are friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend it. Thank you.

Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Cassie M (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2023
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child is so happy and settled at nursery. There’s a lovely family vibe. All of the staff are excellent at keeping me up to date with my child’s progress and what they’ve done in a day. They are providing lots of support for his transition to school and my child says the food is amazing.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Hello, wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Brooke Street 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.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2023
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Every time I drop my daughter off at nursery I am instantly reassured that she is in good hands, all staff are so lovely and amazing at what they do. My daughter always comes home and tells me and her grandparents how much she has enjoyed school and tells us what she has done.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Brooke Street

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.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Charmaine G (Mother of Child) published on 8 June 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am so happy I made the choice to place my little boy at Busy Bees, Brooke Street. The staff are amazing and he’s come on leaps and bounds whilst being there. I really like the app and I can see what he’s been eating, his activities and his sleep during the day. The staff always keep me informed. It’s
a little on the expensive side, but all his meals are covered and are healthy and well balanced, plus he does all sorts of activities each day. I would 100% recommend Busy Bees in Chorley.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you so much for such a lovely positive review. We are so happy that you are happy with the service we provide, as a new parent within Busy Bees.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Victoria W (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2022
Submitted via Postal Card • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees have been amazing with both of my children and I am extremely sad that in July I will be saying goodbye, after seven years, as my youngest goes to school. The staff consistently go over and above, every day. They are approachable and always put the children first.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We are so pleased to have provided outstanding childcare provision for both of your children. We wish you all the best of luck for the future.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Busy bees (Chorley Brooke street) earlier in the year and I can not recommend the nursery enough. They have been so welcoming and accommodating to our needs - always go out of their way to make me feel confident my son's food allergies are catered to safely, including when the children
got Easter treats, the girls in his room went out especially to get him specific free from treats!
They really take an interest in him and his needs and interests, so they can incorporate that into his days. The staff are all so friendly and lovely, I feel so comfortable leaving my son there, he has settled in so well and you can tell he really enjoys his time there.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you for such a lovely review. We are so pleased that your first nursery experience has been a happy one.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Megan O (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The best experience for both me and my toddler. I wasn't worried about her starting because the staff were so friendly and caring. My daughter was a lockdown baby and we knew she needed socialising and this was the right choice for us all. The staff keep me updated with the app so I can plan her meals
for the evening, and anything we might be planning for the weekend can be related which makes her learning experiences so much stronger. She's started saying a few words now and is becoming more confident and her personality has bloomed. People told me that choosing a nursery would be hard but we just knew straight away that Busy Bees Brooke Street was the right place. My daughter has settled so well. I know any future siblings will be coming here too because of how good it is.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you, Megan, for such a lovely review of Little Adventurers. Your daughter is a pleasure to teach and look after, and we are honoured you speak of us in such high regard. Thank you.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from L L (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees is a fantastic nursery for children. The staff go above and beyond for your child as well as the parents/carers of the children that attend. I cannot fault the nursery in any way! My son loves it here. They've made him feel so relaxed and so happy. The nursery rooms are absolutely great, full
of toys and full of learning resources, it's a happy, safe and chilled environment.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you so much for such a beautiful review. We are so pleased you chose Brooke Street for your son; he has come on so much since starting, and we enjoy having him here.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Anna R (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2022
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 2-year-old son has been attending Busy Bees Brooke Street Chorley for 2 months and stays for 3-morning sessions a week. He has settled in so quickly, he absolutely loves 'nursery day' and always comes running out with the biggest smile on his face. Staff are so attentive and regularly update the
app with activities he has been doing alongside photographs, mealtimes and nappy changes which are reassuring for me when I'm at work. I'm so pleased that we chose this nursery for our little boy, the facilities are superb and the setting is very safe. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you so much for such a lovely review of your son's time here at Brooke St, we are so pleased you feel happy and safe with Brooke St being your chosen childcare provision. Thanks again.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Nat C (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The best decision we've made putting our son in the nursery. He has massively progressed in so many different skills. The staff are so lovely and friendly. They go above and beyond to provide the right nutrition for my son even when he has a few allergies which give us peace of mind. The regular updates
on the app are brilliant as you get to see pictures of activities they've done. Thank you so much Busy Bees.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you so much for such a positive review, we are so pleased we can offer your son the best experience of nursery life.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Kelly K (Mother of Child) published on 24 May 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children got a place here during the first lockdown when our nursery closed. I have always said I am glad this happened and I wish I had have changed sooner! Both kids settled extremely well. All the staff were warm, welcoming and so caring. My son spent the last few months here before he started
school and his confidence grew immensely. My daughter is still at nursery and absolutely loves it. She is thriving and every day is different for her. She eats so well here and often says at the weekends can I go to my nursery.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

What a fabulous review Kelly, thank you so much! We are happy to have given both your children a great nursery experience, and we are thankful for your positive feedback.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Jessica H (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We genuinely couldn't be happier with Busy Bees. Picking a nursery for your child is a big responsibility but we comment on how happy we are with our choice almost every day after collecting our child.
The best indicator is that my child loves going to nursery. I am in absolutely no doubt that the
nursery and the team members in my child's room know my child very well and that they have taken the time to get to know them and their individual likes/dislikes. The team are absolutely wonderful - always smiling, genuinely happy to see the children and always take the time to have a chat with parents.
The activities are brilliant - there are fun theme weeks, plenty of outdoors time, physical activities and messy play. Food is healthy and well varied. Any feedback I have given has always been very quickly acted upon (ie. please can I see more frequent photos of my child on the app). It's the best of both - the backing of a large chain with the personal touch of the Chorley centre staff.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you for such a beautiful and positive review. We are so pleased with how high you value us, and we are very proud to have been able to give you and your family the best start in a nursery environment.
The Brooke Street Team.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Laura A (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My boys have been going since they were 12 months and soon to be 5 years. So that shows how good the childcare is. They have supported all my children’s needs and will continue on school holidays when they start school in September.

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you for such a lovely review Laura, we have loved seeing the boys grow and develop in their time at Busy Bees.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Review from Michael G (Father of Child) published on 10 May 2021
Submitted via Website • Report

Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As first time parents we were apprehensive at first about sending our son to nursery, however, Busy Bees at Brooke Street have made the entire process really smooth, reassuring and we feel totally confident that our son enjoys his time at nursery. He has developed so quickly and genuinely looks forward
to everyday he goes!

Reply from Hayley Murphy, Centre Director at Busy Bees Brooke Street

Thank you so much for this review of your son's first experience of a nursery. He is a delight to teach and we are happy to give him the best start in life.


Facilities / Outside Space

Learning

Resources / Equipment / ICT

Care

Activities

Staff

Food / Nutrition

Management

Cleanliness

Safeguarding

Value for Money

Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.263)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.263) out of 10 for Busy Bees Brooke Street 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 9 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.3 out of 5 from 9 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 Brooke Street is calculated as follows: ( (108 Excellents x 5) ) ÷ 108 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 4.263 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Brooke Street is based on 9 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 = 3.9

    • 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 124 number of registered child places is 24.8. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 24.8 = 0.363

  • 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.

Child Vacancies

Please Contact Us for Latest Vacancies

Awards / Recognitions (0)

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading

Loading events

Meet the Team (1)

Danielle

Danielle Lomax

Job Title: Centre Director

Hello, my name is Danielle and I have worked for Busy Bees for over 15 years starting out as an apprentice gaining both my level 2 and then level 3 qualification in childcare. Following this I progressed in my career within the company moving from room manager to senior and assistant manager over 3 of our Centres whilst also completing my leadership and management qualification with Busy Bees.


In January 2023 I became the Centre Director at Chorley Brooke Street and have since enjoyed working with and leading the long-serving and dedicated staff team we have here. We pride ourselves on our passion and dedication to all our children and families and our curriculum focuses on providing every child with the experiences, environments and care that supports them not just throughout their time with us but as they then begin their journey onto school.


The children are at the heart of everything we do here at Chorley Brooke Street and we can’t wait to show you around our centre.


Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Brooke Street

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Brooke Street accepts?

Busy Bees Brooke Street accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Brooke Street Open?

Busy Bees Brooke Street 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 Brooke Street have capacity for?

Busy Bees Brooke Street has capacity for a total of 124 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Brooke Street to the centre of Chorley?

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

Information on this page is displayed without responsibility for its accuracy on the part of daynurseries.co.uk. Please contact Busy Bees Brooke Street to verify any information. View our terms and conditions. Busy Bees Brooke Street has an Enhanced Service – more info.