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4 Forres Street, Edinburgh, EH3 6BJ
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12 March 2025
My child is always happy to go. I feel calm seeing him always happy. He always does many activities and is learning a lot. the staff is supporting me in potty training and this is really important to me. Every time I asked for additional sections I was always supported.
05 March 2025
My son goes to Busy Bees Edinburgh Forres Street and he loves it. The nursery is wonderful and the staff are amazing. The centre director is so amazing. My son has the best time every day he goes and I feel so happy that he is safe and looked after so well.
19 February 2025
Busy Bees Edinburgh Forres Street staff have been very helpful as my child got settled, supportive of us, and engaged in reporting activities and goings on during the day. My child clearly looks forward to going to Busy Bees each morning, eagerly getting his shoes and coat to get out the door, and jumps right into playing on arrival.
14 February 2025
Our daughter has attended Forres Street Nursery since 2023. During that time she has received excellent care and loves going to nursery. All of the staff are, caring and attentive and are genuinely passionate about their jobs. Changes in the management of the nursery have also brought about some excellent improvements. New security, upgraded facilities etc. We cannot recommend this nursery more highly. Huge thanks to the team for all of their hard work.
13 February 2025
The nursery's exceptional staff have forged strong bonds with both of my children, making it easier for me as a working parent. The 2023 incident of a missing child at the nursery initially led me to consider removing my children. However, reassurance from another parent highlighted that the nursery's safeguarding measures are now likely among the strongest in Edinburgh due to increased scrutiny post-incident. Changes include enhanced safeguarding measures, new leadership and stricter protocols. I am now confident that my children are in excellent care at one of Edinburgh's top nurseries. With a nurturing and educational environment, the staff go above and beyond, treating the children like their own. The exceptional food options provide a well-balanced diet, allowing older children some meal choices for a sense of ownership over their health. Recent upgrades to the kitchen and outdoor play area, with upcoming room renovations, promise top-notch facilities for the children.
11 February 2025
We've had one child at the nursery for 4 years now and a second there for just over a year. Although the centre suffered from a rotation in managers in quick succession following the pandemic, the new management team (from early 2024) and room staff are all fantastic and, once again it's as great as when our first child joined. A new parent app has been introduced with check in/check out times, updates are really thorough, and every morning we're asked how our children are that day to ensure a good handover. There are structured activities for all ages, loads of outdoor time and lots of learning and development for the older ones. The first ever carol service was held just before Christmas too (parents were invited). Parents evenings/open days are regularly held. With nursery having their own chef, the children are exposed to a fantastic range of foods throughout the week and come home telling us about the amazing food, baking and snacks that they get.
08 September 2023
Would not recommend this centre. We have had to move our 2-year-old after he was left in a park during an outing. He was thankfully found unhurt by a local dog walker! The parent app is never filled out and pick-up is so chaotic it's difficult to speak to anyone to ask what they have done that day. Staff turnaround is very high with unfamiliar faces daily.
26 April 2023
There are scary moments in a family's life, especially when you move to a new country and your little son will start nursery in a language that he does not speak. However Busy Bees, Forres Street welcomed him in the most appropriate way, helped him to settle, has been patient with him and also with us as parents. The whole atmosphere gives you comfort that your little one will be safe and will have fun, too. Special thanks to one member of staff in particular, who dedicates wonderful attention to our son and we hope to stay long years here. We are very thankful!
14 April 2023
My son has been attending Busy Bees, Edinburgh Forres Street since January 2023, when he was 10 months old. We are very happy and all the staff has been communicative and helpful always. Also due to unexpected day changes we needed, the nursery has been very flexible. Thank you for taking care of our babies!
11 May 2021
I have had all three of my boy's journey through all the rooms as New Town and am so impressed by the team there. I have felt extremely comfortable leaving my children there under the management of the director. Superb experience and one I have recommended to friends already.
10 December 2020
Thank you to everyone at New Town Nursery Too! Our daughter has attended there since she was one, and she has loved her time in each and every room. The staff have always been so welcoming, warm and approachable and always take time to provide feedback and a review of her day. They have supported her to settle into nursery and have always been flexible and thoughtful with her transition to new rooms, tailoring each step to her. We will be so sad to leave due to our home move, but we will forever be grateful for all of the wonderful development opportunities, fun, adventures, play and learning that she has experienced. A huge heartfelt thank you!
18 November 2020
Both children love going to the nursery and have very much enjoyed their time ever since they first started at 8 months old. My husband and I have been incredibly impressed with all their nurturing care and professional approach to childcare. For the last 2.5 years, we have been with the nursery, we have come across very low staff turnover. The staff are always friendly and approachable. The management team are very helpful and constantly provide communication to the parents. Thank you so much for all you have done in making our children feel comfortable, cared for and safe which give us full peace of mind at work. Fantastic five-star care and I cannot recommend enough to all parents.
16 September 2020
The manager and her team at New Town Nursery Too have been so fantastic over the last 18 months looking after our son. It is with such a heavy heart that we have had to change nurseries and is only due to moving house. The communication from her and team is always incredible and it really feels like she knows each child individually. There’s a real feeling of family and love in the nursery and we only hope our new nursery can live up to the high standard set by the Manager and her team.
07 December 2018
Our son joined the nursery just before his 3rd birthday and went into the shark room. He was welcomed by all the teachers and settled without any problems He quickly moved into the sharks again settled with no problem. This is a credit to all the staff - he knows everyone in the building and they know him. Every day he talks about all the great activities he does. Food, safety, space, Halloween, Children in Need, Bees - he has learnt so much and clearly enjoys it. He loves all the outdoor activities, especially Rugby Tots, so getting out every day is great for him. Thank you.
07 December 2018
We love the nursery. It has a lovely feel about it and my child adores all the teachers.
02 August 2018
The practitioners have a high level of professionalism and have provided excellent care in all of the rooms. The food is healthy and prepared daily onsite and the children go out every day into the fresh air. Activities are varied and the online journals inform parents of what the kids have been up to. Our children very much enjoy their time at New Town Nursery Too. As parents, we feel our children are very well looked after.
20 June 2018
Ever since my daughter started at New Town too she has loved every minute of going there. The staff are all so friendly and all have the time to notice me and my daughter with a smile which my little girl loves. My daughter's teachers are just the best they are so hardworking and put a lot of thought into their activities for the children. They make me feel really good about having my daughter in the nursery they are so caring and I hear a lot of them at home. They made my daughter feel like a part of their class from day 1 and I could not be happier with the standard of care they give the children on a daily basis.
29 May 2018
My daughter has been at this nursery 3 years, we've always had competent, kind and engaged staff, good management, and a safe and happy environment for the children. In 3 years I've never seen anything that concerned me or had reason to question anything the staff have done. Every time I've had a concern about my DD's development or interactions, the staff have been very happy to discuss it. Across 2 children I've used several nurseries over the years, and I've stuck with this one the longest - a good balance of child lead play and a little bit of structure to the day, my DD has made many friends in her nursery and is always happy to go. The staff turnover is low for a nursery, the same key staff have been there for a good length of time and there has been progression for some staff, which is another good sign. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery to anyone, exactly what we wanted from a nursery.
Latest Reviews for Busy Bees Edinburgh Forres Street
12 March 2025
My child is always happy to go. I feel calm seeing him always happy. He always does many activities and is learning a lot. the staff is supporting me in potty training and this is really important to me. Every time I asked for additional sections I was always supported.
05 March 2025
My son goes to Busy Bees Edinburgh Forres Street and he loves it. The nursery is wonderful and the staff are amazing. The centre director is so amazing. My son has the best time every day he goes and I feel so happy that he is safe and looked after so well.
19 February 2025
Busy Bees Edinburgh Forres Street staff have been very helpful as my child got settled, supportive of us, and engaged in reporting activities and goings on during the day. My child clearly looks forward to going to Busy Bees each morning, eagerly getting his shoes and coat to get out the door, and jumps right into playing on arrival.
14 February 2025
Our daughter has attended Forres Street Nursery since 2023. During that time she has received excellent care and loves going to nursery. All of the staff are, caring and attentive and are genuinely passionate about their jobs. Changes in the management of the nursery have also brought about some excellent improvements. New security, upgraded facilities etc. We cannot recommend this nursery more highly. Huge thanks to the team for all of their hard work.
13 February 2025
The nursery's exceptional staff have forged strong bonds with both of my children, making it easier for me as a working parent. The 2023 incident of a missing child at the nursery initially led me to consider removing my children. However, reassurance from another parent highlighted that the nursery's safeguarding measures are now likely among the strongest in Edinburgh due to increased scrutiny post-incident. Changes include enhanced safeguarding measures, new leadership and stricter protocols. I am now confident that my children are in excellent care at one of Edinburgh's top nurseries. With a nurturing and educational environment, the staff go above and beyond, treating the children like their own. The exceptional food options provide a well-balanced diet, allowing older children some meal choices for a sense of ownership over their health. Recent upgrades to the kitchen and outdoor play area, with upcoming room renovations, promise top-notch facilities for the children.
11 February 2025
We've had one child at the nursery for 4 years now and a second there for just over a year. Although the centre suffered from a rotation in managers in quick succession following the pandemic, the new management team (from early 2024) and room staff are all fantastic and, once again it's as great as when our first child joined. A new parent app has been introduced with check in/check out times, updates are really thorough, and every morning we're asked how our children are that day to ensure a good handover. There are structured activities for all ages, loads of outdoor time and lots of learning and development for the older ones. The first ever carol service was held just before Christmas too (parents were invited). Parents evenings/open days are regularly held. With nursery having their own chef, the children are exposed to a fantastic range of foods throughout the week and come home telling us about the amazing food, baking and snacks that they get.
08 September 2023
Would not recommend this centre. We have had to move our 2-year-old after he was left in a park during an outing. He was thankfully found unhurt by a local dog walker! The parent app is never filled out and pick-up is so chaotic it's difficult to speak to anyone to ask what they have done that day. Staff turnaround is very high with unfamiliar faces daily.
26 April 2023
There are scary moments in a family's life, especially when you move to a new country and your little son will start nursery in a language that he does not speak. However Busy Bees, Forres Street welcomed him in the most appropriate way, helped him to settle, has been patient with him and also with us as parents. The whole atmosphere gives you comfort that your little one will be safe and will have fun, too. Special thanks to one member of staff in particular, who dedicates wonderful attention to our son and we hope to stay long years here. We are very thankful!
14 April 2023
My son has been attending Busy Bees, Edinburgh Forres Street since January 2023, when he was 10 months old. We are very happy and all the staff has been communicative and helpful always. Also due to unexpected day changes we needed, the nursery has been very flexible. Thank you for taking care of our babies!
11 May 2021
I have had all three of my boy's journey through all the rooms as New Town and am so impressed by the team there. I have felt extremely comfortable leaving my children there under the management of the director. Superb experience and one I have recommended to friends already.
10 December 2020
Thank you to everyone at New Town Nursery Too! Our daughter has attended there since she was one, and she has loved her time in each and every room. The staff have always been so welcoming, warm and approachable and always take time to provide feedback and a review of her day. They have supported her to settle into nursery and have always been flexible and thoughtful with her transition to new rooms, tailoring each step to her. We will be so sad to leave due to our home move, but we will forever be grateful for all of the wonderful development opportunities, fun, adventures, play and learning that she has experienced. A huge heartfelt thank you!
18 November 2020
Both children love going to the nursery and have very much enjoyed their time ever since they first started at 8 months old. My husband and I have been incredibly impressed with all their nurturing care and professional approach to childcare. For the last 2.5 years, we have been with the nursery, we have come across very low staff turnover. The staff are always friendly and approachable. The management team are very helpful and constantly provide communication to the parents. Thank you so much for all you have done in making our children feel comfortable, cared for and safe which give us full peace of mind at work. Fantastic five-star care and I cannot recommend enough to all parents.
16 September 2020
The manager and her team at New Town Nursery Too have been so fantastic over the last 18 months looking after our son. It is with such a heavy heart that we have had to change nurseries and is only due to moving house. The communication from her and team is always incredible and it really feels like she knows each child individually. There’s a real feeling of family and love in the nursery and we only hope our new nursery can live up to the high standard set by the Manager and her team.
07 December 2018
Our son joined the nursery just before his 3rd birthday and went into the shark room. He was welcomed by all the teachers and settled without any problems He quickly moved into the sharks again settled with no problem. This is a credit to all the staff - he knows everyone in the building and they know him. Every day he talks about all the great activities he does. Food, safety, space, Halloween, Children in Need, Bees - he has learnt so much and clearly enjoys it. He loves all the outdoor activities, especially Rugby Tots, so getting out every day is great for him. Thank you.
07 December 2018
We love the nursery. It has a lovely feel about it and my child adores all the teachers.
02 August 2018
The practitioners have a high level of professionalism and have provided excellent care in all of the rooms. The food is healthy and prepared daily onsite and the children go out every day into the fresh air. Activities are varied and the online journals inform parents of what the kids have been up to. Our children very much enjoy their time at New Town Nursery Too. As parents, we feel our children are very well looked after.
20 June 2018
Ever since my daughter started at New Town too she has loved every minute of going there. The staff are all so friendly and all have the time to notice me and my daughter with a smile which my little girl loves. My daughter's teachers are just the best they are so hardworking and put a lot of thought into their activities for the children. They make me feel really good about having my daughter in the nursery they are so caring and I hear a lot of them at home. They made my daughter feel like a part of their class from day 1 and I could not be happier with the standard of care they give the children on a daily basis.
29 May 2018
My daughter has been at this nursery 3 years, we've always had competent, kind and engaged staff, good management, and a safe and happy environment for the children. In 3 years I've never seen anything that concerned me or had reason to question anything the staff have done. Every time I've had a concern about my DD's development or interactions, the staff have been very happy to discuss it. Across 2 children I've used several nurseries over the years, and I've stuck with this one the longest - a good balance of child lead play and a little bit of structure to the day, my DD has made many friends in her nursery and is always happy to go. The staff turnover is low for a nursery, the same key staff have been there for a good length of time and there has been progression for some staff, which is another good sign. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery to anyone, exactly what we wanted from a nursery.