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  • Phone Number
    01256 689634
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  • Group/Owner
    Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd
  • Person in Charge
    Melanie Jerome (Manager)
  • Number of Staff
    26
  • When Closed
    Bank Holidays
  • Type of Service
    Day Nursery – Privately Owned Open all year Full Day Care Sessional Day Care
  • Total Places for children
    98
  • Age range
    from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months
  • Parking
    Plenty of parking on site.
  • Visiting
    Please report to reception on arrival where you will be warmly welcomed and have your ID verified.
  • Directions
    Located just off the Reading Road.
  • Opening Days
    Mon-Fri
  • Opening Hours
    0730-1800
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  • Lennon Clarke
    September 3, 2024 at 9:31 pm

    We visited a few nurseries before settling on Busy Bees in Chineham and the deciding factor for us was the centre manager. The centre manager there is absolutely incredible, attentive, dedicated and extremely hardworking. Since being there we have had the opportunity to get to know a lot of the team members and they all seem to have the same philosophy. He has learnt so much there and I sense he is given everything he needs from the team, from compassion, education, enjoyable, etc. It’s been so lovely watching my son grow and learn from the very lovely and dedicated team there.
    The childcare centre building itself probably needs a bit of TLC as it is looking a bit tired and could probably do with some air-con units especially for the sweltering summer months we’ve had over the last couple of years but besides that, my husband and I cannot be happier that our son is at Busy Bees in Chineham. My son has been attending Busy Bees in Chineham since he was 6 months old (he is 2 in July).

  • Riley Turner
    September 28, 2024 at 4:33 pm

    We used to attend a different childcare centre and the difference in care that our kid receives and the feedback that we regularly receive is huge. I have recommended the childcare centre to friends. We and our kid are very cheerful at the childcare centre.

  • Casey Knight
    October 17, 2024 at 1:43 pm

    My son loves it a lot. There are a lot of different toys and playtime areas, a large garden with mud, sand and everything your kid may want. The food is great and fresh. The team are attentive and attentive. It is the best childcare centre in the area from our journey. The Busy Bees Childcare centre is incredible.

  • Dakota Bailey
    March 13, 2025 at 8:23 pm

    Consistently coming home cheerful and full of stories to tell us.
    Team are consistently welcoming and active, consistently looking out for the kids and making their days enjoyable and educational. My kid has been at Busy Bees for the last 2 years and they absolutely adore it there.

  • Spencer Ellis
    March 18, 2025 at 9:28 am

    Their development soared under their care and they left and still leave every day with a smile wanting to go back the next day. The team are all outstanding, informative, welcoming and attentive. There isn’t as much IT update options compared to other nurseries but there is enough to get a sense for how your kid is doing which we are cheerful with. Highly recommended. Our youngest is in preschool now and Busy Bees Chineham has been incredible for both of our girls.

  • Justice Jarvis
    March 22, 2025 at 8:09 pm

    The way they adapt, provide individualised plans, learn about your kid and implement development is beyond what we expect. Consistently made me sense it was all about your kid even though they had others to assistance too!
    Able to listen to any concerns and take things on board.
    Sense very emotionally attached with having set a excellent foundation for our kid ready for mainstream school. Not only us as parents but I know our kid will miss being with Busy Bees.
    Thank you, team! Cannot fault Busy Bees, Chineham.

  • Cameron Rowe
    March 27, 2025 at 6:30 am

    Their discovering journey has been clearly marked and they share all their experiences with us at home. The team are welcoming and inviting and we couldn’t have wished for more. My kid has been at Busy Bees for 3 years and our journey has consistently been remarkable.

  • Gray Clarke
    March 29, 2025 at 9:04 am

    The team that looks after my son are incredible, I can see a huge development every day.
    I think it’s excellent that the educators communicate with us and let us know where they believe he still needs development so we can work together to improve.

  • Toby Grant
    April 1, 2025 at 7:27 pm

    Excellent food options. However, very little contact with parents regarding updates on kid’s development. No events for parents to attend. The app is very rarely updated with educational development and reviews. The preschool is spotless with welcoming teaching team.

  • Milan Quinn
    May 5, 2025 at 9:19 pm

    Although he only goes once per week, he loves going and loves the team in his room. The app is exceptional which keeps us updated all day and we also receive snapshots on his development as well as photos. We believe he has fitted in well and gets on well with all the kids in his room. If anyone asks about local nurseries, we will consistently suggest Busy Bees. Our son has been going to Busy Bees in Chineham, Basingstoke for almost a year.

  • Jesse Hayes
    May 6, 2025 at 6:30 am

    She is now 3.5 years and enjoys coming. All the team are lovely and work hard to provide a excellent discovering setting for the kids. My daughter has attended this childcare centre since she was 14 months old.

  • Emerson Ellis
    May 11, 2025 at 2:15 pm

    There are consistently different activities, the childcare centre shows interest in what goes on in the kid’s life to bring that into their childcare centre journey to share with other kids. The team are attentive and the management is very well organised. Exceptional childcare centre, our daughter has thrived there and we have noticed how much she has learnt there.

  • Shawn Taylor
    May 22, 2025 at 1:52 pm

    We instantly felt settled and I know he loves going on a childcare centre day.
    The baby room team.. couldn’t ask for better. So attentive and consistently delight in the little updates at pick up. He has developed a excellent bond with them all. Everyone has been excellent at accommodating his allergies too. We couldn’t ask for a better place for him and look forward to many more memories through the years!
    Thank you. Our little boy has only been at Busy Bees Chineham since January and it’s like he has been there for ages.

  • Avery Quinn
    June 1, 2025 at 7:03 pm

    Excellent centre, big areas to playtime in and explore.
    Consistently cool climate and plenty of discovering experiences with such variety. Outstanding childcare centre day to day, plenty of information about my kid and his development.

  • Micah Underwood
    June 24, 2025 at 8:07 am

    Continuously surprised with how personable, adaptive, attentive and creative this childcare centre is. Such as; updates with additional settings/carers, monthly calendar to fill so kids can talk about what they’ve been doing. Each day, my daughter is greeted with open arms, she is looked after and accommodated, she is discovering to grow, developing friendships and terrific skills that she brings home. Her regular daily routine is nourished; meals, playtime (indoor and outdoor) and napping. She is given a lot of encouragement and assistance in any hurdles; picky eating, toilet training etc. Each day I collect her, I receive a one on one run through of her day, which is priceless. The setting is a excellent size, with multiple areas, built for purpose (on-site kitchen and chef, small toilets and sinks), has a range of toys and activities both indoors and out and all of the team are just fantastic, a inviting motherly and attentive atmosphere. Safeguarding is very high here. Absolutely fantastic childcare centre.

  • Hayden Griffin
    June 25, 2025 at 2:44 am

    It was definitely the best place for our youngest son to also attend, he started later with Busy Bees but in a short time it has changed him as a kid. He is cheerful and confident and is ready for school again due to the preparation and assistance of everyone at Busy Bees. Our eldest son attended Busy Bees Chineham Basingstoke and the transition to school was incredible and so smooth due to the preparation and assistance that the Busy Bees team provided.

  • Arden Finch
    June 26, 2025 at 6:45 pm

    My eldest attended pre-school there so it was our first choice of childcare centre when our youngest arrived. I had to make an early return to work so at three and a half months old our youngest joined. She absolutely loved being there and the team made me sense that she was secure whilst I was at work. The ladies were also remarkable through lockdown and kept our daughter secure.
    Thank you. All the team at Chineham Busy Bees are incredible.

  • Jesse Owens
    July 5, 2025 at 1:27 pm

    Their updates is regular and reassuring, the team are exceptional and encouraging, and we’d suggest them to anyone. We particularly like how easy it is for him to access the outdoor space. We’re really satisfied with our son’s journey at Busy Bees Chineham.

  • Parker Finch
    July 9, 2025 at 6:09 am

    She has been in all three rooms where they have taken time to understand her character, strengths and development points. The team are welcoming and consistently cheerful to answer questions and they give excellent feedback on a daily basis. I have been particularly impressed with the activities put in place for school starters. We have had a fantastic journey here where my kid has been cared for and loves to attend.

  • Gray Ferguson
    July 9, 2025 at 10:39 pm

    Team are attentive and well‑informed. My kid is consistently excited to attend childcare centre and cheerful when she returns home. She has learned so much from childcare centre and most importantly, I sense she is secure and settled when she attends here. I consistently highly suggest this childcare centre and wouldn’t hesitate to enrol any future kids I have within this childcare centre. Busy Bees, Basingstoke Chineham Childcare centre is remarkable.

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