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Contact Information
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Phone Number01892 540068
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Details
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Group/OwnerBusy Bees Nurseries Ltd
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Person in ChargeDan Wilson (Centre Director)
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Number of Staff24
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When ClosedBank Holidays
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Type of ServiceDay Nursery – Privately Owned Open all year Full Day Care Sessional Day Care
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Total Places for children90
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Age rangefrom 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months
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Opening DaysMon-Fri
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Opening Hours0700-1900
S M
February 14, 2018 at 12:00 amWe have two of our four children at the nursery, with our fourth joining in a few months.
Finding Busy Bees was one of the best things to happen since moving to the area a few years ago.
The staff are wonderful. They really care and form lovely relationships with the little ones. You always get a warm, friendly welcome whenever you come in. It feels very homely, especially for the younger ones.
The garden area is brilliant and a particular favourite of my two. The food is brilliant and I have been shocked to hear of all the different things my children will try while they are there. We had never had any experience with the Montessori method before but I can now say it’s been very helpful getting my daughter ready to start big school.
The staff are incredibly supportive of your own choices and parenting methods, for example with potty training. I cannot recommend this nursery higher. I will be very sad the day my youngest leaves for primary school.
Caroline
February 14, 2018 at 12:00 amI have been incredibly pleased with the care and attention my little girl has had since she started at 7 months. The staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable and I feel very confident leaving her in their care. There is a great range of activities offered and regular emails to keep parents updated.
Shelley B
February 14, 2018 at 12:00 amWhen our son began nursery, he found it upsetting having us leave him, but the key workers were patient and kind, working with us until he was comfortable and felt secure. There is a fabulous range of facilities available, he has joined in on baking, making, crafting, bug hunts and more! Each of the staff there know the children really well and you can see how happy and relaxed the children are.
Each month there are a number of different events-for charity, Christmas fair, recycling week-but each marks a chance for the children to do something fun and different whilst having the opportunity to learn and develop. There is plenty for the parents to get involved with too, from parents evenings, forums and different events. The children are encouraged and the nursery is keen to work with the parents, from aspects of development and behaviour. They have a learning journal which you are able to review and take home at any time which the key workers ensure is up to date and full of key observations.
Laura A
February 14, 2018 at 12:00 amThe nursery is perfectly located for us and even though my son only goes 2 days a week he looks forward to going and has made some lovely friends. The staff are friendly and welcoming and any questions/queries are answered promptly. The nursery itself is lovely and there are lots for the children to do. They also have a great outdoor space. My son has been really happy here.
Samantha E
September 27, 2018 at 12:00 amThis is a friendly nursery where the staff get to know all the children very well and ensure they enjoy their time while there.
Phil
September 27, 2018 at 12:00 amBoth of our boys went to this Nursery and the youngest is now on his own in the preschool room. They both have enjoyed their time at this Nursery.
Samantha O
September 27, 2018 at 12:00 amThis is the first time I have ever used a full-time nursery and was extremely nervous. However, the proof is in my child. He runs in each morning and seems totally comfortable with the environment and staff. The staff have always been friendly and give me good feedback each day when I collect. I enjoy this as I can keep aware of what and how much my Son is eating and drinking and how he is progressing.
Emma R
September 27, 2018 at 12:00 amMy daughters face lights up when she sees the staff in the morning (and the staff are happy to see her too!) and it makes it so much easier for me to leave her and go to work. She loves it here and lets out a little shriek of excitement as we get to the gates. She’s also really come on in her development which is a bonus. Would highly recommend this nursery.
Hanna S
October 9, 2018 at 12:00 amOverall the standard of the nursery is good. The staff are great and really seem to care about the children.
Kate M
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amSince her first day at Tunbridge Wells Nursery our daughter has loved it there. The wide range of activities balanced with the freedom the children are given to play is great, and we see the joy our daughter enjoys there every day when we collect her. She has developed great relationships with both children and staff (way beyond her key worker) and we see her growing and learning in leaps and bounds as the months fly by.
Vikki J
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amReally like this nursery – my son is now in preschool, he hugely enjoys his time there and enjoys his meals.
Caroline
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amI’m very happy with this nursery. The team are all great with my child. They do a diverse range of activities. They are really responsive if you have special requests. My son loves it there. They’re willing to give advice. It’s a lovely environment and my son has individual, strong relationships with multiple members of the team, which is really lovely and reassuring to see.
James W
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amOur daughter’s time at nursery is limited – one day a week. She always comes home having had a good time and we get a sense that she’s been well looked after and well fed!
She talks about her friends and the activities and is always happy to get stuck in when we drop her off, sometimes barely getting a wave over one shoulder as we leave.
Thanks to everyone who works there!
Jo B
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amMy son attends nursery 3.5 days a week and has a great time. He usually is a little upset at drop off and the nursery staff always have the time to settle him and make sure he is happy. He loves playing in the garden and enjoys the friendships he has made.
Stephanie C
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amReally happy with this nursery. My son is very well cared for and loves going. He does a range of activities in the day. All staff are friendly and I’m always happy with communication.
Vivienne S
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amMy child loves all the fun and stimulating activities that the nursery always makes such an effort to provide for the children. The meals are nutritious and varied. The staff are friendly and I feel 100% comfortable with my child being in their care.
Kim C
March 6, 2019 at 12:00 amMy daughter thoroughly enjoys her time at Busy Bees!
The large open plan, modern and bright room is full of fun and educational toys situated in different playing areas which is a great way for them to independently choose what they would like to do, from reading the many books to playing in the ‘home and kitchen area’.
My daughter is rather sensitive, so it took her a while to settle in – the nursery staff were very understanding and they welcomed and comforted her. Every day there are activities for the children, from playing in the sand, painting to singing and dancing.
Sarah
September 9, 2019 at 12:00 amExcellent nursery and pre-school. My daughter has really grown in confidence and social skills. She always has fun there and loves to tell me what she’s been doing when I pick her up.
The staff are friendly and encouraging.
Jo M
January 6, 2020 at 12:00 amOur son joined Busy Bees in November 2018 when we moved to the area. He was there for less than a year as he started school in September 2019. In the short time we were there we were extremely happy with the level of care from all staff. So good were they that we had no issue whatsoever with settling in, not a tear was shed. The management team were also extremely supportive and helpful in every way, including guidance in relation to school choice submission. At the end of the nursery term when it came to saying goodbye to those preparing to start school the staff were genuinely proud of the children and sorry to see them go. It is a truly nurturing, safe and happy environment and I really cannot fault them. Complete peace of mind knowing he was in such good hands while I was working. I cannot recommend them highly enough. In addition, the nursery was always immaculately kept and warm and cosy for the kids indoors in winter with outdoor time allotted daily.
Charlotte L
June 1, 2023 at 12:00 amMy daughter has been at the nursery since she was five months. In the five months she has been there she’s been the happiest. She is now starting to walk and has built bonds with her key worker, which is lovely to see. I am looking forward to watching her grow further into the sassy diva that she already is.