Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd in Suffolk | 4 Day Nurseries

Review of
Busy Bees Stowmarket
from Laura A (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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My little girl has been attending since April 2025, she absolutely loves the nursery. All the staff are super friendly and update me on my little ones day. They are super good with updating the app so I can see what my child is up to / what she is eating.
The office staff are lovely and super helpful

if you have any queries.
They have lots of space and brilliant outdoor space.
My little one gets so excited when she knows she is going to nursery. We love busy bees and would recommend to any parents.
The fact they have such a big waiting list speaks for itself, they are super! We are on the waiting list for 2027 for baby number 2 already.

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Review of
Busy Bees Stowmarket
from Charlotte C (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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My two children have attended Busy Bees over the past 4 years and we have been so pleased with their provision. The staff are caring and really get to know the children, supporting their individual interests. We particularly like the wide variety of foods offered though the nursery menu.
The children

spend lots of time outside which both of my children have loved.

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Review of
Busy Bees Stowmarket
from L C (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son is in his last year at Busy Bees before he starts school and he has absolutely loved and thrived in every room he's been in. He's built fantastic relationships with staff, they are warm and caring and go above and beyond to make him feel happy and confident.
Hand overs are great, we really

get to know what he's been up to during the day and it's lovely to be able to continue talking about this at home. Activities are always varied, from reading, songs and arts and crafts, and so much thought goes into them, including linking them to particular national themes, like fire safety day. We really feel that he is school ready and Busy Bees has played a huge part in that. Office staff are always so friendly and helpful and make parents and children feel welcomed from the minute they buzz you through the door. Our second son starts Busy Bees soon and we know he will be so well cared for and love it there too.

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Review of
Busy Bees Stowmarket
from Danielle M (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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Our daughter has been attending Stowmarket Busy Bees Nursery since September 2024.
She has been in two different rooms during her time at nursery, and in both her previous room and her current one, the staff have been absolutely wonderful. We completely trust them and feel confident that they make

the right judgement calls, especially if our daughter is unwell.
The nursery provides a fantastic variety of meals, and it's so reassuring to know she's being encouraged to try lots of different foods. It's lovely to see how many staff members have been there long-term - it says so much about the nursery.
Kim, the manager, is amazing. If any issues arise, she takes them seriously, makes sure we feel heard as parents, and acts immediately. All of the staff are incredibly friendly, and every time we're at nursery, anyone we pass says hello - it's such a welcoming environment and makes it easy to get to know everyone. A special mention to Holly, Kelly, Caitlin's (x2), Katie, Gemma & Dani

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Review of
Busy Bees Stowmarket
from Kirsty C (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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I would highly recommend busy bees! All of the staff have been so welcoming and lovely to us, even those that do not work closely with my little one, we always get a smile and a hello from everyone we see.
Starting nursery was tricky for us as we were in and out of hospital for the first year from

birth due to health issues at the time but staff made us feel safe when leaving our son in their care, always in contact and updating each other, staff will always welcome a conversation on collection and drop off and you never feel rushed to get out of their way when you are in their setting. The nursery is very clean and spacious. Their food choices are brilliant (sometimes wish I had their menu choice for myself!).
We have always been happy with how we have been able to keep the same routine for our boy when he is at nursery, especially when he was under 1 years old, bottle times and nap times were always mirrored to the routine we had at home.
Very happy with the care our boy receives!

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Review of
Busy Bees Stowmarket
from A S (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report

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I've had two children in the nursery now my eldest left in the summer and youngest is now in the baby room and to date we have loved this nursery. The staff are amazing and so kind! Both children settled in quick and haven't had any issues. Staff are quick to let us know if our child has had an accident

or feeling unwell. Both children love attending the nursery and my eldest is always asking if he can go back to see his 'teachers' as he misses them.
I'll always recommend Busy Bees to family and friends and I feel my children are safe and happy being left here.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from V B (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son has been here for almost a year now. The staff are all amazing. So caring and encouraging. I'm able to drop my son in his designated from and the same for collection. I get to see how he settles and I can sneak in for collection and see him in the mist of playing. My son loves being outside,

they cater for this with outside play during most weather conditions. Splashing in puddles is even on the agenda. He's adapted to room changes well. Meals are provided however tea is more a snack for my son therefore I also give him tea with us. They provide everything down to nappies if you so wish. The opening and closing times fit well with my job allowing me to do both drops off and pick ups. If I have any issues or concerns I'm always listened to and taken seriously.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from David T (Father of Child) published on 7 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Great nursery! Fantastic staff, our girl goes here and they are excellent! She has come on so much since being at busy bees, the staff are excellent with her and she loves being there! The food is varied and our girl is always happy!

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from J L (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Really disappointed with this nursery after they served cheese to my son who is allergic to dairy. When I collected my son yesterday I arrived slightly early during teatime and was shocked to see a cheese stick on my son's tray as I had previously spent an hour filling out all of the registration paperwork

which included several documents where I declared the allergy.
When I raised it with the team on my way out, I was told that it was dairy cheese and 'it didn't look like he had eaten any' which for an allergy sufferer, is completely unacceptable.
Allergies are serious hence needing to disclose them and despite not thinking he ate any, my son did go on to have a reaction which caused him easily avoidable pain and discomfort.
This had the potential for a much worse outcome, and I don't have any trust or confidence in this nursery to properly care for or safeguard my child.
I would be cautious to consider them if your child also has allergies.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from Bianca P (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My daughter attends Busy Bees Rushmere, and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives. The staff are absolutely lovely - they're warm, caring, and genuinely take the time to get to know each child. Communication is excellent; they always keep me updated on my daughter's progress and daily activities.

Everyone is so helpful and supportive, which really puts my mind at ease knowing she's in such good hands. I can't recommend Busy Bees Rushmere enough!

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from Alex H (Mother of Child) published on 6 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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It is a great nursery. I am so happy with it and my son has attended since August 2024.
The staff are fab. My son loves attending and has made lots of progress since being there. I really like that I can collect him from the room and find out everything he has been doing.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from Sujata K (Mother of Child) published on 3 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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I am extremely happy with the nursery.they try new things on my son to keep him engaged and happy.my son learned a lot of things from the nursery and they always update is about his full day activities and take suggestions from us .

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Review of
Busy Bees West Suffolk Hospital
from Chloe A (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My little girl has been going to Busy Bees since she was 11 months old and absolutely loves it. She happily goes to different members of staff in the mornings and they are all very friendly and caring. I love getting pictures and updates most days about what she is getting up to throughout the day and

what meals she has eaten. I would highly recommend the girls at Busy Bees.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from N P (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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The best thing about the nursery is I am able to drop and pick up my boy from his designated room, it gives a glimpse of what they are going to do and what they have done. It also shows how the staffs keep everything neat and tidy; and provide a safe and warm place for their growth and development at

all times.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from E M (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My daughter has attended Busy Bees Rushmere for nearly 4 years, and she has had an excellent experience, as have we as her parents. All the staff really care about my daughter and you can tell they take an interest in her wellbeing and her development. Her language and writing are excellent and I put

that down to the attention she has had while at nursery. The staff are friendly and diligent. The nursery itself is generally well kept and in good order and clean. The food is varied and I like that they encourage the children to try new foods. I am so glad we picked this nursery for my daughter and I'll be sad when she leaves for school in September.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from L B (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My son is very happy at busy bees. As a parent I feel listened too and included in the care of my child on the days he is there. The staff are attentive and have formed a lovely relationship with my son too. I think that the rooms themselves are set out very well and fit for purpose. I would sometimes

like to know more about the structure of the day / what the class is learning or working on specifically. I would highly recommend the nursery.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from Jodie D (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Very happy I selected Busy Bees Rushmere for my daughter!
The staff are so lovely, they are always so welcoming and polite. My daughter loves going in and has a great bond with the ladies in her room. They do lots of an activities and play also love receiving the updates on the app!
Very happy!

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from A H (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My child has attended here for 6 months and absolutely loves it! The staff are great at updating us during the day and help my child with their milestones. My child also has allergies and I have no concerns with the staff not being able to adhere to them.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from K E (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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Love the attention to detail and care this nursery have offered my little boy since starting. They are always well staffed with lots of opportunities to help my child develop and grow and have lots of great ways of including families in the nursery experience, such as the app to keep us up to date throughout

the day and encouraging us to sending memories over which are used to help theme activities.
My little one has come on leaps and bounds since starting with Busy Bees and I would absolutely recommend them to anyone looking for somewhere to send their little one.

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Review of
Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere
from S B (Mother of Child) published on 16 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report

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My Daughter loves going to nursery! The staff are very caring and supportive! It's just so nice to see how comfortable she is being there! It's great that all of her meals are all included in the price and she always eats all of it!

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