Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

School Lane, Bamber Bridge, Preston PR5 6QE
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Busy Bees Bamber Bridge is a purposely converted building that has won a civic trust award for its design, within which experienced and dedicated staff look to support sound individual development for each child. Now renovated, reopened and welcoming children back, the beautiful daycare centre is spacious with bright and airy rooms where children flourish and learn. There is a large dual area garden, little explorers can safely enjoy stimulating play and adventure outside.

With highly trained and experienced staff at this Preston nursery, supporting children’s development needs to give them a head start in life is a priority. Situated so near to Preston, this nursery has close relationships with local schools which in turn aids a smoother transition when the time comes.

An on-site Chef means the children enjoy freshly prepared, delicious and nutritious NHS accredited meals using fresh ingredients daily and all dietary requirements can be catered for.

The team at Bamber Bridge would love to welcome your family to this wonderful nursery and preschool in south-east Preston. Book a visit to take a personal tour and see for yourself the Busy Bees difference.

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Care Provided by Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Vicky Jackson (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 35
  • Total Places for Children
  • 170
  • 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

Busy Bees Bamber Bridge Reviews (20)

8.7

Busy Bees Bamber Bridge has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.734) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Bamber Bridge has 20 reviews.

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Review from T A (Father of Child) published on 9 October 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can't recommend Busy Bees Nursery enough. My son absolutely loves going to nursery. The staff are all absolutely fantastic and go above and beyond for the kids every day. I can't recommend this nursery enough.

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Review from J A (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees Bamber Bridge is honestly a home-from-home. My little boy has come on so much since starting here, the staff can't do enough for him. Always updating us with pictures and always going into detail about what he's done with his day. I wouldn't send him anywhere else, highly recommend.

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Review from M D (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little girl has been attending this nursery since she was 9 months old, she settled extremely well which made my transition back into work much easier, knowing she was settled, happy and most importantly, safe. My daughter is now 2 and we've never had a tear going into nursery yet! She's currently
in her third room at nursery and each room, so far, has been outstanding, all staff have known my daughter inside out. The app is great, we get sent pictures every time she is in and we're regularly updated on meals, nappies, what's on this month etc. I would recommend Busy Bees to anyone, the staff and manager are all extremely helpful, nothing is too much hassle, there's always a nice little chat at the end of the day and there is always a friendly atmosphere when you enter the building. Thank you Busy Bees for helping my daughter grow into the happy, clever girl she is now! We can't wait to send our little boy next year.

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Review from Ebony G (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge in April and has settled in so well! This is all down to the amazing staff team, they are so welcoming and friendly and do an amazing job with my boy, meeting all of his needs. They keep me updated on the app throughout the day which makes me feel at ease and
I can see, by the bonds he's made, that he is loving his days at nursery! I love seeing the activities they set up for him to explore and learn. The manager is also amazing and has been very helpful. Thank you Busy Bees, I couldn't recommend you enough.

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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 27 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees have been extremely supportive to us as a family. My child's learning and social skills are good and where they need support Busy Bees have ensured all necessary actions have been taken to continue development. My child eats extremely well at Busy Bees, with a variety of meals and snacks.
My child gets involved with many different activities every day she is there. Where my child shys away or lacks confidence, Busy Bee workers are there to encourage with a helping! Thank you, Busy Bees!

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

Hello, Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Bamber Bridge 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 Rebecca M (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have attended this nursery from being babies right up to school age. I could not recommend this nursery and the staff enough. Staff throughout all the age groups go above and beyond to ensure my children have the best time- I love the app and the daily updates I receive on the fun activities
he has been doing. I feel that all the staff know my son as an individual, this is so reassuring knowing they understand his needs and makes it so much easier for me knowing he is in such capable hands. My little boy is now in preschool and loves coming home and telling me and his brother all the new things he has learnt that day and I fully believe that he will be ready to start school from the support and guidance he has from his nursery teachers.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

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's the best start in life with us.
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 J M (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I really couldn’t have hoped for a better start to my child’s experience of childcare. All of the staff have always been friendly, supportive and reassuring from the beginning of my child started nursery at 12 months old.
The app is a great way for me and my husband to have updates on what he has eaten,
photos of activities and snapshots give us insight into how he is learning and developing.
I strongly believe that in choosing Busy Bees Bamber Bridge, we have given our son the opportunity to develop his social interaction with other children, healthy nutritious food, excellent facilities and learning opportunities.
The exceptional way all staff, including management, handled the pandemic and the temporary change due to the fire in such strange circumstances is something that I will forever be grateful for.
We couldn’t be happier with Busy Bees Bamber Bridge, our next child (who is due anytime) will definitely be going there when the time comes. Thank you.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

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 R A (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The best place you could send your child. Everyday she is greeted with and smile and so much enthusiasm, my daughter loves it.
The staff are always helpful, whatever you are facing at home, they will do what they can to help.
The facilities are top quality, it is always clean, the meals are varied
encouraging to try something new.
Lots of themed days gets everyone joining in with new foods or crafts.
My daughter is proud to be a busy bee, she comes out with a smile with all her cards and pictures she has done. I don’t want her to grow up and go to school.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

Hello, Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Bamber Bridge nursery.
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 Jeni S (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy is currently at the nursery and has been for almost a year. He absolutely loves going and goes in with no arguments every time. Staff are attentive and always happy to tell you all the happenings of the day, they have a brilliant relationship with my son and communicate brilliantly with
myself and his dad. There are always different activities for him to take part in and the pictures and updates on the app are great to see. My little boy is absolutely thriving while at Busy Bees, Bamber Bridge and I know staff are always happy to help with anything I ask, whether it be advice or just basic questions. There is good variation of meals which I like and the nursery is always clean and tidy. The staff are always friendly and I am always happy with my son's care! I’m always the first to recommend anyone to Busy Bees Bamber Bridge! Thank you girls!

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

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 Jade B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

After being a little apprehensive about putting my little one into nursery, as soon as we visited Busy Bees in Bamber Bridge we immediately felt more at ease. Our little one loved her tour around all the nursery rooms and was comfortable from the get go. Three weeks later she started, after really positive
taster session.
I’ve found all of the girls at Busy Bees have a genuine interest in all of the kids and their communication cannot be faulted. Even though we get online updates on the app throughout the day, the staff always give a verbal update at the end of the day which I really enjoy.
A huge thank you to everyone at Busy Bees who make my little ones days so positive.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

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 Heather F (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From my experience as a first time parent, with the cost of nursery and entrusting a nursery to be able to look after my child, all day, 5 days a week as much as you would like as a parent choosing can be hard! My children have been to 3 nurseries and are now at Busy Bees in Bamber Bridge, I honestly
could not be happier, I can confirm Busy Bees do all of the above with ease, they are amazing with my kids and my kids absolutely love it here, it is the most friendly, welcoming, warm hearted place for both parents and children alike, nothing is too much, they are super helpful and informative to update you as a parent and great with children, the app is always updated to inform you of your child's day. Day to day the children do different activities, always something on in each class, each month for your child to get involved in. They eat 3 meals a day with snacks/pudding after meals. Photos and snapshots are shared daily. I can not recommend this nursery enough. The staff are amazing!

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

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 Bamber Bridge. 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 Stacey B (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children went to Busy Bees Bamber Bridge and absolutely loved it! From the anxious first time I dropped my eldest off through to the last day for my youngest, I couldn't fault it! The staff are friendly and willing to take the extra time to talk to you about your child's day and address any
questions you have! I was concerned that my daughter had only just turned four when she started school, but she took to it like a duck to water. Further cementing that Busy Bees Bamber Bridge had given her the confidence and skills to flourish when she started school! I have and will continue to recommend Busy Bees Bamber Bridge to anyone who needs a nursery in the area!

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

My daughter loved attending busy bees. Everyday she looked forward to attending and they helped develop her into a lovely young girl.
As a parent I always felt assured she was being well looked after and in particular the way they handled her food allergy.
Very well managed, would recommend to all
my friends.

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Review from J G (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

Avoid this nursery at all costs! My 4-year-old has made the decision that they want to leave this nursery because he doesn't feel safe. Two incidents have happened where he was injured by the same child a matter of weeks apart that the staff did not see! This has resulted in my 4 year old refusing to
go back here.
The staff are good at covering their backs and lying to people investigating the incidents as I know one other parent has definitely raised the issue with the nursery manager and higher but this was neglected to be passed on.
Staff are more interested in gossiping than keeping an eye on your child and ensuring they are safe and well.
The first instance of my child being hurt was not even reported to the other parent and now he has left I have no doubt that it won't be reported.


The nursery would rather keep a problem child and not work on behaviour than keep a well-behaved child. Not even worth 1 star but had no option but give one star.


Reply from Busy Bees, Busy Bees at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

Thank you for taking the time to review the nursery.
I understand that you raised your concerns via our complaints procedure and they have now been addressed by the Area Director and Operations Director. Kind regards, Busy Bees.


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Review from Jana M (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 3-year-old son and 1-year-old daughter love to go here. My older one asks me every evening when does he see his friends at nursery again and my little one is so excited when we arrive at nursery in the morning. All staff is fab with the kids, very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Busy Bees
at Bamber Bridge nursery any time.

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Review from Mandy A (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I absolutely love Busy Bees - our daughter is so settled. The staff are amazing with all of us, and she is just so happy there. The manager is so accommodating and helpful as are the rest of the office team. The parents' app is a fab idea - my partner and I can both access it and love seeing the pictures
of the activities that our daughter takes part in. We also love the charity events and the activity weeks that the children and staff take part in together. Overall we have been so satisfied with the service provided.

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Review from Danielle F (Mother of Child) published on 25 September 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves going to nursery and she loves all the staff. The Manager is amazing and very welcoming. Very clean and tidy.

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Review from Matthew H (Father of Child) published on 8 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery with great staff both my children loved it and would recommend to anyone. They always had different things to do and lots of variety in food.

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Review from Toni W (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fabulous nursery! Staff really attentive and caring! Made me feel as though the children were being looked after by family.

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Review from Talony W (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My children have been cared for by Busy Bees Bamber Bridge since 2007.
My eldest child developed into a confident, social little girl. She loves going back to visit all the staff members who cared for her all those years ago.
8 years later when my son was born, I did not hesitate to return to Busy
Bees Bamber Bridge as his Early Year care provider.
The staff - ranging from the Apprentice to the Manager are all lovely, tolerant individuals, who focus on each child's personality and embrace their characters in a beautiful manner. The children always have happy, smiley faces and you can see that they are all ever so happy to be there.
On numerous occasions, I have witnessed children refusing to go home - they are just having too much fun...This is, after all, their "home from home".
I cannot recommend this nursery enough, you will not be disappointed and your child will have life long memories of a very special time in their life.

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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.734)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.734) out of 10 for Busy Bees Bamber Bridge 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 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.8 out of 5 from 6 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 4.958 for Busy Bees Bamber Bridge is calculated as follows: ( (70 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.958

  • 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 3.776 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Bamber Bridge is based on 6 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 = 3.6

    • 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 170 number of registered child places is 34. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 34 = 0.176

  • 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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Vicky

Vicky Jackson

Job Title: Centre Director

Joined: 2015

Hello, I am Vicky. I have worked at Busy Bees Bamber Bridge since 2001 having started as an apprentice and working my way through senior roles. I became manager in January 2015. 


Meeting children’s individual needs is paramount to everything we do here at the nursery and we have exceptionally high expectations of the quality of care your child will receive whilst at nursery. We work together with parents to help the children develop into confident and unique children who will be ready to take their next step to school.


Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Bamber Bridge

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Bamber Bridge accepts?

Busy Bees Bamber Bridge accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Bamber Bridge Open?

Busy Bees Bamber Bridge 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 Bamber Bridge have capacity for?

Busy Bees Bamber Bridge has capacity for a total of 170 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Bamber Bridge to the centre of Preston?

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

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