Busy Bees Dundee Hospital

Thomas Wise Place, Dundee DD2 1UB
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9.0 49 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Dundee Hospital, Dundee
At Busy Bees Dundee West, the highly qualified team offer a warm and welcoming environment where they promote the learning and development of every child, with the aim of providing them with a solid foundation for life.

Inside the nursery, each of the rooms have been designed and set up to cater to different age groups, allowing each child to progress at their own pace alongside peers who are at a similar developmental stage. The enthusiastic team plan and prepare activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, ensuring that children can learn and develop whilst enjoying their time at the setting.

The nursery offers a diverse range of captivating activities and learning resources that cater to the unique needs and interests of children. So, whether your child enjoys exploring fine motor skills, unleashing creativity, or engaging in imaginative play within the expansive outdoor garden, there is always something thrilling for every child to participate in.

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Care Provided by Busy Bees Dundee Hospital

  • Type of Service
  • Nursery School – Privately Owned
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Susan Gorman and Courtney Rice (Centre Directors)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 35
  • Total Places for Children
  • 94
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:15
    Tuesday 07:30-18:15
    Wednesday 07:30-18:15
    Thursday 07:30-18:15
    Friday 07:30-18:15
  • When Closed
  • School Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Busy Bees Dundee Hospital

  • Full Day 7.30am-6.15pm:


    - 0-2 Year olds - £66.00
    - 2-3 Year olds - £63.00
    - 3-5 Year olds - £58.00

  • Fees will include all meals, drinks and snacks prepared on site by our Nursery Chef.
    Sibling Discounts also available (Terms & Conditions apply)

Busy Bees Dundee Hospital Reviews (49)

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Busy Bees Dundee Hospital has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.039) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Dundee Hospital has 49 reviews.

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Review from Nikki W (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is an amazing nursery. I would recommend to everyone who is looking for child care. All staff are so helpful and great with the children. Extremely clean and welcoming in all ways.

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Review from Daniel C (Father of Child) published on 31 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The Teddy Bear Nursery is an excellent facility within the grounds of Ninewells Hospital. My son has been attending for eighteen months and prior to that, my daughter attended from one to starting in P1. The building is clean and bright, with plenty of space in the playrooms and outside. Each room has
its own outside play area and all are well supervised. The staff are friendly, approachable and caring (most importantly!) and taken an active role in supporting the children's development. There is a good level of parent involvement in all aspects of the service. Later on, the preparation for Primary School is really helpful to support this transition.

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Review from N M (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Teddy Bear is an absolutely outstanding nursery. My daughter has been attending since just after her first birthday and she adores it there. She is happy and extremely well cared for. She is exposed to a huge variety of stimulating activities and has made lots of friends. The staff are wonderful and
caring and it is clear to see that they are there for the love of the job and that they really care about all of the children. This nursery came highly recommended by colleagues and friends and it is easy to see why. I would not send my daughter anywhere else, and I can get on with a day's work, safe in the knowledge that my daughter is having a wonderful time - and that she will tell me all about it as best she can for a nearly two-year-old when I pick her up!

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Review from Joanna H (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended 'Oakley's explorers' in this nursery since August 2017 and I have found the staff to be very caring and affectionate towards the children. My daughter has a very good relationship with all members of staff and talks very highly of her group leader! My daughter is always getting
lots of opportunities to play both indoors and outdoors, with lots of space for her too. Communication between staff and parents is good, upon picking up my daughter, I am always given a good insight into how her day has been. The food the nursery provides the children is always healthy and yummy! My child has been encouraged to try lots of new foods while attending The Teddy Bear Club. I have also been well informed of what subjects and projects my child has been completing, always with lots and lots of fun along with them! My daughter has settled into this nursery very well, would highly recommend.

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Review from Dawn S (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Both our children have attended/are attending The Teddy Bear Nursery Club and we are very happy with the care they have received. We have found the staff to be kind and genuinely affectionate towards the children. There is good documentation of their activities and progress, and the standard of the
food is excellent. They also get a lot of time playing outdoors.
I would recommend this nursery.

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Review from A M (Grandfather of Child) published on 18 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a grandfather and Consultant Paediatrician, I am delighted with the care offered at this nursery. highly organised and excellent care. Ten out of ten.

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Review from G M (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our Granddaughter simply loves going to this nursery. All the staff are excellent and she often doesn't want to come away at the end of the day, as she is busy and happy playing when we go to pick her up. Her language skills have come on a lot and she has made some lovely friends of her own age. She
is so happy here that we have increased the number of days she goes and are seriously considering increasing them again. I only wish we had such an outstanding facility when our own children were babies - I can not recommend the nursery and all the staff there highly enough.

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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at the nursery earlier this year and the staff have been really good at helping him settle in.
The amazing big garden which the kids get out into whatever the weather!

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Review from I M (Mother of Child) published on 12 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All three of my children attended this nursery since they were 6-7 months old. I have been highly impressed with the care and compassion shown by all of the staff towards the children and their families. I trust the team 100% with the care of my children.


The nursery has excellent management and

communication with parents is great. The children are happy and content and have lots of varied learning opportunities. The food is nutritious, the environment is safe and attractive and the children form lovely relationships with staff and other children. The staff understand the children's individual needs extremely well and are highly intuitive in their care. I think this nursery encourages children to be self-confident and to develop their skills. My children are very comfortable speaking to adults and children of all ages and I am sure the nursery environment has nurtured this. I have recommended this nursery very highly to numerous colleagues over the years and will continue to do so.

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Review from S C (Mother of Child) published on 12 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have two children attending this nursery and both enjoy it very much. The foundation to any good nursery is the team members. I can say the team have a passion for childcare and are motivated to enhance each child's learning experience. I enjoy seeing my children progress by the projects that are
introduced; seasons, countries of the world; earth and space; numbers and learning. Teaching listening, communication and baking skills. Promoting independence and encouraging teamwork and good playing. All of which is essential for starting primary school.


Food- menu changes with the seasons. Good variety. Children encouraged to try new foods and learn about where foods come from.
Management- always floating around and a visible presence in the classrooms. Always present if you need a chat or have suggestions. Cannot recommend Teddy Bear Nursery highly enough.


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Review from Sylwia M (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the first reaction of our first son, we knew this nursery was the right choice for our child. Having visited other nursery prior to Teddy Bear Club our son cried after each visit. As soon as we came into The Teddy Bear Nursery Club he was calm and happy, and no tears! He had big smiles for the
manager who is very warm and great with children. All staff are very welcoming and you feel you're leaving your child in safe hands, which to a parent is the most important thing.


All food is great and nutritions and both our kids love it (even if they are fussy eaters at home). Each room provides great activities and learning tools for children. We didn't hesitate which nursery to pick for our second child. Our daughter loves the nursery too, even after being there for a few weeks.


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Review from K L (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both of my children have attended from around 14 months. When my eldest started school, his teacher commented on his excellent pre-school education and that his grasp of reading and numeracy was fantastic. The nursery staff gave him the best start possible.
My youngest has been there for over a year
now and although he had initial separation issues, he is now flourishing and looks forward to going. His confidence and speech have come on so much and we often catch him singing and doing the actions to songs he learnt at nursery.


I have recommended the nursery to several friends and colleagues and will continue to do so.


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Review from Sarah L (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fabulous. My daughter was very nervous starting nursery and a very quiet child in general and I feel that the nursery girls have helped her so much to come out of her shell as she is now so much more confident in herself. Great facilities and fantastic development schemes in place for all
children. All the girls are amazing.

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Review from M S (Father of Child) published on 9 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have 2 children in this nursery, both started around 9 months. I am extremely satisfied with the nursery and all its staff and facilities. It is at the higher end of the price range in the area but well worth it for the excellent staffing ratio, the care and love they provide for the children and
for the fantastic access to outside space.


The children are always happy at the end of the day and every day they have clear evidence of playing outside on their clothes. The activities are always age appropriate. The childrens' development is closely monitored and we have an excellent overview of what's going on in the room when we pick them up. The space is very good and has had recent improvements that will further enhance the learning ability of the children. Food is great (I don't know how they manage to get my sons to eat, they hardly eat anything at home), varied and balanced.
I really can't fault this nursery. By far the best I've seen.


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Review from Kate G (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A great nursery which has taken great care of my 2 children. My eldest has just left for school and has been given an excellent head start by the nursery girls. They nurture the children while educating them and encouraging their curiosities.


The care provided is second to none and the manager has

always addressed any concerns with a prompt response. The nursery location is extremely convenient for parents working in the university and hospital (with extended opening hours to accommodate) and has a huge south facing garden where the children spent lots of time.


My children benefit greatly from attending here and the girls working there have become like a second family.


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Review from David H (Father of Child) published on 5 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My 35-month-old daughter has been here since age 6 months. The staff are attentive and friendly. They genuinely know her character even though she is only one day per week. The recent renovation work has made her room look brand new. The menu has improved as well with great variety.

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Review from Ashley B (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started in Teddy Bear Club Nursery when he just turned 1 and I had to return to work. It is always hard to leave your baby in the care of other people, but the nursery made it easier with a transition period before he started. The staff are amazing! All very caring and attentive.


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now 3 and he loves going to nursery! They do lots of different activities and are outdoors most of the time which is great!


They have a varied diet in the food that is provided by the nursery, which is all homemade. My son has tried a lot of different things, which he wouldn’t try at home.


When I pick him up at the end of the day, I get a rundown on what they have been doing during the day and how my son is progressing.


He is coming on leaps and bounds at Teddy Bear Club. I honestly couldn’t rate the nursery highly enough. I have my daughters name down already to start next year when I go back to work!


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Review from Scott H (Father of Child) published on 5 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son just started attending this nursery about 4/5 weeks ago and since then he has grown leaps and bounds. He is 9 months and before he started nursery, would get upset at other children making loud noises. However, after attending this nursery the staff have made him feel very safe and he has flourished
being at Teddy Bear Club and is now the first to join in with the other children.


I have also been really impressed with the quality of the food they provide at this nursery and our boy has loved all the different foods he has gotten to try. They are also happy to do both BLW and staff led feeding depending on your preference. I couldn't recommend this nursery more.


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Review from Judy W (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My husband and I have been so impressed with the high standard of care and professionalism at this nursery. Our son has attended since he was 8 months old and absolutely loves his time there. He is always so excited to see the staff and other children and as working parents, this is so reassuring for
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Review from Shilpi S (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All three of my children have attended Teddy Bear Club. My eldest are now 5 and 8 and go to the high school. The youngest is 3 and is at Teddy Bear since the baby room.
Teddy Bear Club staff have nurtured all of them individually. From the friendliness, approachability and professionalism of manager
to the genuine caring loving nature of all the staff looking after. The children and the nutritious meals prepared by the long-standing cook.


I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent who wants peace of mind that their children will be looked after and cared for in a nurturing loving environment. I couldn't recommend Teddy Bear Club anymore!


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Current Review Score: 9.0 (9.039)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (9.039) out of 10 for Busy Bees Dundee Hospital 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 8 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.2 out of 5 from 8 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 4.813 for Busy Bees Dundee Hospital is calculated as follows: ( (78 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 96 Ratings = 4.813

  • 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 4.226 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Dundee Hospital is based on 8 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 = 3.8

    • 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 94 number of registered child places is 18.8. 8 Positive Reviews ÷ 18.8 = 0.426

  • 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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Courtney Rice

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Hi, my name is Courtney and I am the Assistant Centre Director here at Busy Bees Dundee.


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