Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston

The Barracks, Tigers Road, Wigston LE18 4WS
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9.8 40 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston, Wigston
Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston is a converted two-storey building, located in the heart of South Wigston where there are great bus and train links into central areas which is perfect for commuters.
The nursery staff team are very passionate about what they do; many of them have been in the childcare sector all their lives. The staff are either level 3 qualified or working towards a qualification, staff have a range of other qualifications including, safeguarding, first aid at work, paediatric first aid, food hygiene. All staff are then encouraged to attend further training to develop their skills; they have a dedicated training team at head office that provides a varied training package for all staff.
The nursery was converted in March 2012 and holds 68 children, aged 3 months to 5 years.
The Bombo’s Room (Babies 0-2 years) is upstairs split over two rooms on the second floor of the building, one to sit down and eat meals in as well as get messy with various craft, baking, sand and water activities and another with a soothing natural area to settle down with a book, a black, white and red baby cosy corner, a heuristic and sensory area to touch and feel new textures plus lots of other interest-based areas to explore in.
The Bumble’s Room (Toddlers 2-3 years) is bright and airy located on the second floor of the nursery. The children have separate areas for their role play area as well as a cosy den for quiet and restful times. As well as enjoying exploring their activity climbing centre, they also have a separate room to eat their meals in, always promoting independence.
The Buzz Room (Preschool 3-5 years) room is a large and spacious room on the ground floor, designed for the children to access all interest-based areas including an adjoining craft / ICT room, a separate dining room and two large double doors which open out into the garden.

Care Provided by Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Vicky Wells (Centre Director)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 12
  • Total Places for Children
  • 75
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:45-18:00
    Tuesday 07:45-18:00
    Wednesday 07:45-18:00
    Thursday 07:45-18:00
    Friday 07:45-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston Reviews (40)

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9.8

Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.819) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston has 40 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has attended Busy Bees South Wigston since August 2024. In that short time, we have seen her confidence grow and learn so much. She loves going to nursery and gets so excited when she sees the door. All of the baby room staff are very friendly and know each child and their characters so
well. I am so pleased we chose this nursery as I know when I am at work, she is safe, well cared for and loves being there.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my son has started Busy Bees, his speech has come along massively. He is always happy when he goes in the mornings and is always greeted by the staff.
I couldn't recommend this place enough, such a happy, clean environment for all the kids.
The meals are also amazing, as my son is now eating
foods he wouldn't normally eat.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Busy Bees Nursery is amazing and all staff are brilliant. Staff at Busy Bees have bought out my daughter's confidence and taught her so much.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very happy with everyone and everything here at Busy Bees. My little one loves it too.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Very helpful and observant.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Overall, very happy with Busy Bees. Always a happy face when arriving, both staff and my son - used this nursery for my first son as well. Very welcoming, friendly, lots of activities and facilities.
Would recommend!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is obsessed with it. No complaints whatsoever. All the staff are delightful.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Being a working parent is hard but Busy Bees staff and management make it easier. I know that my daughters will be well fed and well taken care of when they are at Busy Bees.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

The staff are lovely and helpful. I know my child is safe and she has a good day full of activities.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is excellent and my little boy loves it. The staff are very attentive and provide excellent care of the children. Would highly recommend.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery! Really happy with everything!

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I find Busy Bees a very good nursery with polite, hardworking staff, child comes home happy and content every day he attends.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery was so friendly and inviting my little girl settled in within just a few weeks. They have been amazing at keeping us informed and listening when discussing what has and has not been working with little one learning.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I feel like Busy Bees Wigston is amazing, my son comes home and has learned so many new things. Would recommend to anyone.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has always been very happy at Busy Bees. He has reached developmental milestones since being here. He has developed a great bond with his keyworker and we couldn't have asked for anyone better to care for our son.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

It's the perfect place for my daughter. She learnt so much in nursery. And recently we have seen a big improvement in her and her behaviour.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Really nice and personal, the team here are great and my child has come on leaps and bounds! Thank you to everyone here.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

5 stars. My children have gained so much confidence and love coming here. The staff are brilliant - friendly, kind, caring and my children have come on leaps and bounds since coming to this nursery.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston

Hello, wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one's are having a good experience at our South Wigston 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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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We love Busy Bees, our daughter has been coming since she was seven months old and is soon old enough to move to the preschool room. She has made some lovely friends along the way and tells us everything she has been up to. We have also made a lovely connection with all the staff too who always have
time to talk about how our daughter has been getting on and gives us feedback.
There is always a great variety of fun activities for the kids to do and learn along the way.
Finally but definitely not least the food provided is great, my daughter tries food I’d never consider cooking for her and she loves it.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston

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 Leicester, South Wigston.
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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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

There are no words to describe how amazing the nursery is. We are together 9 months with the first daughter and I am going to put my other one over there as well as I see she very much likes the place too. Staff is lovely, very warm and friendly. Recommend it 100%

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston

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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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.819)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.819) out of 10 for Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 18 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 18 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 4.819 for Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston is calculated as follows: ( (177 Excellents x 5) + (39 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 216 Ratings = 4.819

  • 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 Leicester South Wigston is based on 18 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 75 number of registered child places is 15, which has been reached with 18 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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Meet the Team (1)

Vicky

Vicky Wells

Job Title: Centre Director

Hi, my name is Vicky Wells and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Leicester, South Wigston.


I have worked within the Early Years sector for over 20 years and have experience working with children aged 6 weeks- 5 years old. I graduated with a BA Honours Degree and Early Years Professional Status, Which has enabled me to ensure my knowledge of the sector is up to date. 


I am really proud to be a part of the Busy Bee family and here at South Wigston we have a dedicated and enthusiastic team who strive to provide the children with the best start possible. I look forward to welcoming you to our nursery. 


Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston accepts?

Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston Open?

Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston is open: Monday 07:45-18:00, Tuesday 07:45-18:00, Wednesday 07:45-18:00, Thursday 07:45-18:00, Friday 07:45-18:00.

How many Children does Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston have capacity for?

Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston has capacity for a total of 75 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Leicester South Wigston to the centre of Wigston?

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