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Busy Bees Cheam

261 Malden Road, Cheam, Sutton SM3 8ET
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Busy Bees Cheam, Sutton
Busy Bees Cheam, Sutton
Busy Bees Cheam, Sutton

Busy Bees Cheam has safe, secure and age-appropriate play areas and gardens, within a secure environment where full and part-time care needs are welcome. Secure access systems are in place and a healthy menu is prepared by the in-house chef.

Through a mixture of indoor and outdoor play children are supported to develop as individuals, while parents can feel confident in a dedicated and loving staff.

Busy Bees are the UK's largest childcare provider are highly-regarded for their focus on quality and staff development.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Kate Grove (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 36

Total Places for Children

  • 88

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
  • Tuesday 07:30-18:00
  • Wednesday 07:30-18:00
  • Thursday 07:30-18:00
  • Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Busy Bees Cheam Reviews (77)

9.2

Busy Bees Cheam has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.192) out of 10, based on 9 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Cheam has 77 reviews.

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Review from G M (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Amazing with the children, they are always happy to see their teachers and excited to go to nursery, couldn’t ask for a better settlement for my children with staff that are friendly and happy to welcome the children every day with a smile and great activities.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Cheam
Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re glad you’re giving your little one the best start in life with us.

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Review from Lyanna M (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2023 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough. My son had been at this nursery just short of two years and if it wasn't for our personal circumstances changing, then he would still be there, without a doubt. All the staff are so friendly and kind and nothing is ever too much trouble. My son loved every single one of the staff that works there and they taught him so much whilst he was there. I will miss this place tremendously and you are all amazing.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Cheam

Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We are delighted your little one had a good experience at our Cheam Nursery. Best wishes, Busy Bees.

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Review from Jignesh S (Father of Child) published on 21 December 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has had a wonderful time at Busy Bees Nursery. The level of care provided to her, has been exceptional and as parents, we have been kept informed about her development and behaviour at all stages of her development. Placing a child at nursery can be an emotionally challenging time for parents and the child has a lot of adjusting to do too. We have felt reassured by the centre director and her fantastic team, at every step of our journey with Busy Bees. Thank you, guys!

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Cheam

Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We're glad you're giving your little one the best start in life with us. Best wishes, Busy Bees

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Review from Rahul M (Father of Child) published on 10 November 2022 Submitted via Website
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My twins started going to Busy Bees, Cheam when they were 1.5 years old and left for school now. The support received has been excellent. The management and their team were amazing in supporting the parents and helping children achieve their full potential. Wishing them all the very best.

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Review from Isabelle B (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2022 Submitted via Website
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Both of my children went to Busy Bees and they enjoyed it very much. The new management has made such a difference to what was already a good nursery. They made a lot of improvements and organised different activities. They keep trying new things to improve the children's experience. They are always asking for feedback and you feel that you can raise any concerns that you have. Great nursery and would highly recommend it.

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Review from Sandra E (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Wonderful nursery. The centre director and the team have really taken time out to get to know us as a family. I cannot recommend this nursery enough. I also love the app that is used, so simple to navigate and I really feel like I am not missing anything.

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Review from Amanda C (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2021 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough. My eldest daughter started when she was 3. I don't mind admitting I am a very nervous mum and after a bad experience at another nursery I was dreading it, but the staff made me feel really at ease and my daughter loves every minute there. So much so that even though we moved to closer nurseries, I still send my youngest there and she loves it just as much. The staff always have time to listen, they keep you updated with everything and they have dealt with the covid situation extremely well. Thanks x

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Review from Saousan C (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2021 Submitted via Website
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The staff are wonderful, they helped my son settle in in record time, always updating me on progress and what he has been up to. The app is a great way to feel connected during the day and the photos are amazing. Highly recommend kind, caring and efficient childcare.

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Review from Zoe S (Mother of Child) published on 20 July 2021 Submitted via Website
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Our son started at Busy Bees when he was 8m and now at 3y, I’ve only taken him out because we were moving countries. I cannot recommend this nursery more highly. From day one we’ve always felt safe with our son there and even been in contact with a couple of the key workers separately for childminding on the occasional weekend. Through many changes/developments (changes in rooms, potty training) we always felt that we were getting the best support and advice where needed. If we ever had any queries or concerns we would contact the nursery and was made to feel like we could ask anything and always had a great rapport with the staff. Through Covid and lockdown, there was complete transparency with regards to changes in procedure and we continued to feel safe sending our son in knowing that the staff were all taking precautions. Our son loved Busy Bees and the friends he made there, we really felt like we struck gold with this nursery and were incredibly sad to say goodbye.

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Review from Danielle D (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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I have two children that attend Busy Bees - Cheam.
I would like to say a massive thank you from the heart for all your hard work, love, dedication, patience to the children, My husband and I are critical workers and have worked continuously through this pandemic and the centre manager, deputy manager and the rest of the team have worked collaboratively with all parents to ensure our children are receiving consistent care and great learning experiences even through this unprecedented time.
Safety is always at the forefront of their minds and I always feel happy and relaxed after dropping my children off.
Communication has been a huge strong point for the manager and the team and that is key for families.

A big thank you to all the team, your efforts never go unnoticed!

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Review from Toni B (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2020 Submitted via Website
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My children love going to Busy Bees in Cheam they get so excited, they run to the doors. The keyworkers are excellent with them, and I love receiving the updates of what they have been doing during the day. I would highly recommend Busy Bees Cheam; they are doing an amazing job making sure the children and their staff are safe during these hard times.

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Review from Joana P (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2020 Submitted via Website
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I’m very pleased that my daughter goes to this nursery. The staff are very nice and helpful. Can’t have a better place for my little one. I am so confident to leave her and I know she is in good hands.

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Review from Katrina E (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2019 Submitted via Website
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My son absolutely loves going to nursery and has settled quickly, made new friends and has completely come out of his shell. The staff have been amazing in helping him learn, grow and support him. I can approach anyone of the team for any queries and they go above and beyond to assist. I honestly couldn’t thank them enough!

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Review from Rachel H (Mother of Child) published on 9 September 2019 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Busy Bees for over a year now and he absolutely loves it and all the staff that work there. He always tells me how much fun he has had and all the lovely things he has done and made. I wouldn't have him at any other nursery.

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Review from Lee-Anne S (Mother of Child) published on 6 August 2019 Submitted via Website
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When deciding on which nursery to send my 1-year-old son I visited the nursery, it was clean, had lots of toys, a very friendly vibe, all the staff knew the children's name and when the babies came up to the manager wanting a cuddle on the induction I knew then it was the nursery for me.

My son took a little while to settle but now runs in and gives his key workers a big hug every morning. The food is freshly prepared and they cater extremely well for my son who is intolerant to milk and Soya, they have also supported with his speech delay.

I am now moving my son to a schools nursery and we will all be extremely sad to leave Busy Bees, however, I will not hesitate to send my daughter there when she is 1 year old.

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Review from Emily S (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2019 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at this nursery for nearly a year now and I don't have a bad word to say about them!
There's a real family feel at the nursery, I love how all members of staff know my son's name and basic information, even the staff members that don't teach him. The manager always seems to be in the rooms or carrying a child around with her, I appreciate how involved she is.
The rooms have fewer children than other nurseries I looked at which means it's less chaotic for the kids.

It's well equipped, the menu is great and the location is handy for travel into London but, the relationship between the staff and the kids is the most important thing and I love how my son runs to his key worker for a hug most mornings.

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Review from Jasmine F (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Busy Bees has been a very positive influence on my daughter. I had asked her key worker how to begin the potty training process and she explained to just bring her in with no nappy, wearing pants and a change of clothes, my daughter was potty trained in four days! The support the staff gives you is over and beyond. Highly recommend.

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Review from Asya D (Mother of Child) published on 30 January 2019 Submitted via Website
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Our baby boy has been attending the nursery for a few months now and he loves it. It took him a week or two to settle but he goes with a smile now. The staff and his key teacher are very attentive and nice and something that I have loved since the start (and noticed in my show around as well) every teacher and all the ladies in the office know the name of every child in the nursery - including the nursery manager ;-)

A fresh example from this morning when I took our little one to Nursery, a teacher who I didn't know from one of the other rooms looked at us and said good morning using my boy's name - I cannot tell you how good it felt.

It just feels like home in there - everyone is smiling and it's a great environment for our little baby boy to be in. He will definitely stay in this nursery till Pre-School.

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Review from Laura N (Mother of Child) published on 19 September 2018 Submitted via Website
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Both of my children have attended this nursery over the last 6 years and today we said goodbye to the manager and the team for the last time, which our whole family was very sad about. I have nothing but great things to say about the team there, both my children have flourished with their guidance and support and made leaving our little ones so much easier on the tough days. I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending this nursery. A bunch of superstars!

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Review from Hannah W (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website
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Just felt I needed to leave this here. As an extremely busy working mother with her partner working abroad, Busy Bees North Cheam couldn’t help me any more than they already do! I’m so grateful to the manager and her brilliant team’s constant support and understanding! I work very erratic hours and it can change from day to day but they ALWAYS accommodate me if they can. My child couldn’t be happier there and that is a massive relief to me. I can’t recommend this immaculately maintained, brilliant nursery enough. Thanks, ladies!

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Sophie O'Neill Job Title: Assistant Centre Director
Sophie O'Neill

Hi, my name is Sophie and I am the Assistant Centre Director here at Busy Bees Cheam.

Kate Grove Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2025
Kate Grove
Hello,
My name is Kate and I am the centre director here at Busy Bees Cheam.
I have worked in childcare for 18 years and absolutely love my job! 

Working with children and watching them grow and develop into confident little learners is a pleasure and we really do believe in giving them the best start in life!

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