Whipps Cross University Hospital, Whipps Cross Road, Leytonstone, London E11 1NR
Located at Whipps Cross Hospital, Busy Bees at Leytonstone has been purpose-built with excellent indoor and outdoor play environments, being ideal for age-specific learning and suitable for children with a disability. The outdoor play area even has its own log cabin and staged decking that makes for a fun play atmosphere and encourages children to interact as they grow and learn.
The nursery is audited by trained experts for health and security issues, with the provider valuing the peace of mind of parents as an essential part of a successful childcare service.
Group: Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd
Person in charge: Sandra Yiangu (Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services: London Borough of Waltham Forest Council
Number of Staff: 45
Service Offered: Day Nursery (Privately Owned), Open all year, Full Day Care, Sessional Day Care
Total Places for Children: 100
Age Range: from 0 years to 5 years
Opening Days: Mon-Fri
Opening Hours: 0645-1900
When Closed: Bank Holidays
The Review Score of 9.4 (maximum of 10) for Busy Bees at Leytonstone is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 20 Reviews over all time. This Average Rating is also the rating value for Busy Bees at Leytonstone in Google's Search Results - more info
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 16 positive Reviews in the last 12 months.
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating of all Reviews over all time. For each review the Day Nursery / service is rated Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Poor or Very Poor on a number of areas eg Staff, Management etc. The Day Nursery receives points for each rating as follows: Excellent = 5. Good = 4. Satisfactory = 3. Poor = 2. Very Poor = 1. These points are added up and then divided by the total number of completed ratings to generate the average rating.
The Average Rating of 4.632 for Busy Bees at Leytonstone is calculated as follows: ( (156 Excellents x 5) + (78 Goods x 4) + (5 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 239 Ratings = 4.632
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 12 months. If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with 'Extremely Likely' or 'Likely' in answer to the question 'How likely are you to recommend this Day Nursery to friends and family?'
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
4 points are available for the first 5 Positive Reviews, 3 points for the first Positive Review and then 0.25 Points for each of the next 4 Positive Reviews.
1 point is available for reaching a target number of Positive Reviews based on 20% of the number of registered maximum number of service users. If the target is partially reached then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery with 50 registered maximum number of service users has a target of 10 Positive Reviews, if it has 10 or more Positive Reviews it will receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews will receive 0.7 points.
If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. The calculation is the same as above, except the points are divided by 2.
The 4.8 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees at Leytonstone is based on 16 positive Reviews in the last 12 months and is calculated as follows:
3 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 = 4
Target of 20 positive Reviews (100 registered maximum number of service users ÷ 5). 16 Reviews ÷ 20 Target = 0.800
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
Busy Bees at Leytonstone has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.432)
Review submitted from a Postal Card by E K (Mother of Child) on Thursday 5 April 2018. Relates to January 2018.
Our daughter has flourished in the 2-3-year-old room. She thoroughly enjoys her days at Busy Bees.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Rose B (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 19 September 2017. Relates to July 2017.
My daughter has had a fantastic 3 years here. I couldn't have hoped for a better all-around experience.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Chanel N (Mother of Child) on Wednesday 6 September 2017.
Excellent staff working at this nursery. My child has been looked after at a very high standard.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by T W (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 5 September 2017. Relates to September 2017.
Great nursery. Amazing staff.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by G J (Father of Child) on Tuesday 5 September 2017. Relates to August 2017.
Until recently two of my children have attended Busy Bees at Leytonstone. It has a wonderful location and likewise, staff who are friendly and caring towards both my children and parents. I know I could drop off my children at this nursery, sometimes from 7am-6pm without worry. The early opening and late closing certainly help out working families also.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by S A (Mother of Child) on Wednesday 30 August 2017. Relates to July 2017.
I have been really pleased with the care and support my child has received over the years at Busy Bees. They really take get to know the children as individuals and help them with their individual needs. The preschool learning set up has been especially supportive of my son.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Arucha E (Mother of Child) on Thursday 17 August 2017. Relates to August 2017.
The Leytonstone Busy Bees team are a wonderful cohort of caring people. Many of the childcarers have been there for years and there is a great mix of experience as well as young enthusiasm. Cook and her team are a bonus, with freshly cooked meals and varying menus. Even birthday cakes to order! The purpose built premises with lots of outdoor space and stable, committed management (plus amazing opening hours) make Busy Bees Leytonstone the best nursery I have used for any of my four children.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Hannah E (Mother of Child) on Monday 14 August 2017. Relates to August 2017.
My daughter has attended this nursery since 2013. In the past four years, we've never had any problems. My daughter has come on leaps and bounds here, basic maths, phonics and writing her name, letters and numbers, the staff have really prepared her to start at school. I couldn't ask for more, all the staff are lovely, friendly and chatty, always willing to help. Great variety of meals, clean environment, with a great varied outside space for each age range. The extended opening hours are really convenient for extra early drop offs or late pick ups. I don't have a bad word to say, couldn't ask for more.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Tara T (Mother of Child) on Wednesday 9 August 2017. Relates to July 2017.
Excellent nursery.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Florentina O (Mother of Child) on Monday 7 August 2017. Relates to July 2017.
I am very happy with the care and safety of my daughter in this nursery. My son attended here and I knew this was the best place for my daughter as well. I do not have enough words to recommend the nursery. The staff are very polite, friendly and provide a very warm environment for the children. I love the fact that they do not use electronics and always doing a lot of arts and crafts with the children, as well as a lot of other activities. They offer a diverse menu and they have all the meals cooked from scratch on their premises.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Mandy (Mother of Child) on Monday 7 August 2017. Relates to July 2017.
My daughter joined this nursery in Nov 2016 when she was 26 months old. The staff are extremely helpful and they have given their best to help my daughter to settle in. The nursery is extremely clean, especially the toilets for the children. Highly recommended it to my friends and family.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Vicky T (Mother of Child) on Monday 7 August 2017. Relates to July 2017.
Amazing nursery. Professional, caring staff who are always willing to go the 'extra mile' to help out.
Great setting and resources which are used well to encourage learning and independence, ready for big school. Can't praise or recommend enough.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Alexandra W (Mother of Child) on Thursday 3 August 2017. Relates to July 2017.
My daughter has really enjoyed her time here and I am pleased with the care she has received. Having been to two nurseries previously having had issues with her safety and care, it was a relief to finally settle her into an establishment we trust.
Thank you!
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Alex M (Father of Child) on Thursday 3 August 2017. Relates to July 2017.
We could not be happier with the standard of care given at Busy Bees - our daughter has attended since the age of 11 months and has developed into an outgoing, confident 4-year-old. She comes home every day with another exciting tale of the day's activities.
The meals provided have been varied and according to our daughter most delicious! As she now prepares to move on to starting school, we feel confident that the staff at Busy Bees have given her the best possible grounding ahead of this big change.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Joanna M (Mother of Child) on Wednesday 19 July 2017. Relates to July 2017.
My daughter has been at Busy Bees for two and a half years. There have been many days where I have gone to pick her up and been told by her to come back later as she's having so much fun she doesn't want to leave.
In September she goes to school and will leave with some very happy memories of the lovely staff, the brilliant outside space and some wonderful friends.
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Review submitted from a Website Submission by Nicola S (Mother of Child) on Thursday 20 April 2017. Relates to April 2017.
My daughter has settled so well at Busy Bees Leytonstone, this is down to her lovely key person and the other staff in the room. She is so happy and leaving her has been made so much easier for both of us. I was dreading leaving my baby girl but seeing her happily playing and most importantly bonding well with her key person has made my days so much easier, knowing she is happy and in great hands, I couldn't ask for any more.
Thank you to all the wonderful staff for making this transition an enjoyable one.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jennifer F (Mother of Child) on Wednesday 25 January 2017. Relates to January 2017.
Our daughter started in the baby room in October at the age of 9 months. She settled in quickly down to the incredibly caring and knowledgeable staff. Her key worker is excellent and they keep us up to date on her development. Everyone in the nursery is extremely friendly and caring. The meals are varied and well prepared and our baby is incredibly sociable due to the whole experience.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Brenda B (Mother of Child) on Wednesday 25 January 2017. Relates to January 2017.
Busy Bees at Leytonstone is very good. I find the staff to be very kind, supportive and helpful. My daughter has attended the nursery since September 2016 and she loves it very much. She can't wait for her next day at nursery and talks often about her teachers and staff at home. They are always friendly and offer good advice and a clean, colourful child-friendly environment.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jessica C (Mother of Child) on Friday 30 December 2016. Relates to December 2016.
My son has been at Busy Bees for nearly 3 years and we are largely happy. The staff are committed and caring, and take a lot of care to interact well with the children. The staff quality is of course, variable, so my experience has not always been positive, however, the management is good - clear and strong!
Sometimes I worry whether there is any real 1:1 interaction with my son, as this doesn't appear to happen often, so this is the only area for improvement. Largely though, I think it is a good nursery.
How likely would you be to recommend Busy Bees at Leytonstone? Likely
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Review submitted from a Website Submission by Diana B (Mother of Child) on Monday 21 November 2016. Relates to November 2016.
I am happy with the nursery and staff. My child is being looked well after, she enjoys coming to nursery most days and learns new things every day. She has made great bonds with staff, especially key people in all the rooms she's been in from starting in the baby room. She still needs to work on building friendships with her peers but loves copying what adults do and I am grateful to all staff who are involved in my child's development.
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