Busy Bees Farnborough IQ

Q 170 O'Gorman Avenue, Farnborough Business Park, Farnborough GU14 7DL
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9.9 90 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Farnborough IQ, Farnborough
Busy Bees Farnborough Q is situated on the IQ Business Park just a short walk from the town centre. The nursery is a converted building over two floors benefiting from bright spacious airy rooms.

Within the nursery they offer four base rooms with separate rooms for younger babies, toddlers, and two to three-year-olds, and they also offer a large Pre-school room. They are very pleased to offer a newly refurbished garden with sensory areas, digging, planting, balancing, texture exploration and quiet areas.

They have a chef on-site, where their food is all homemade and made freshly on site. They have 6-week menus which the chef follows. Each room also does cooking club where they make anything from cakes to sausage rolls.

The nursery has a foyer at the front of the building which is where they have a breakfast bar, so grab a coffee and a breakfast bar to take on your morning commute to work. There is also a buggy cupboard, where you can leave your buggies for the pick up later. the office is located upstairs; the office door is always open so feel to pop in for a chat with the management team.

They have a close partnership with Parents here at IQ, they receive weekly text messages, monthly newsletters for each room which gives them an update of what their child has been doing over and learning. The nursery holds Parents Evening twice a year and Parent Committee Groups which are termly.
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Funding & Fees

Fees for 0-2 years old:
Full Day- £81.50.
Morning session- £ £49.00.
Afternoon session-£46.00.


Fees for 2-5yrs:
Full Day- £75.00.
Morning session-£46.00.
Afternoon session-£43.00.


Early start- £7.65.

Contact Busy Bees Farnborough IQ to get a personalised quote.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Joanne McGowan (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 96

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, Christmas Day & Boxing Day

Busy Bees Farnborough IQ Reviews (90)

9.9

Busy Bees Farnborough IQ has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.938) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Farnborough IQ has 90 reviews.

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Review from Emma D (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at Busy Bees now for 18months and I am always so impressed with the nursery and the support they give our child. The staff have a genuine care and truly love what they do and you can see it with their bonds with the kids. Management are on top of things, know everyone by first name
and what's going on and just such a presence in the nursery. He eats so well, they listen to our feedback and take everything on board to help him grow. He has come on so much at nursery and can't thank the staff enough for what they do. He is always so entertained with the garden, sensory and new activities. Can't fault them at all, so impressed with them.
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Review from K N (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery since September 2025, starting just before his first birthday, and he absolutely loves it. He has learned so much, and his development has been incredible to see. The staff in the baby room are all so kind and attentive you can truly tell how much they care about
each child and their individual needs. I wouldn't have chosen any other nursery for my son. The team consistently goes above and beyond for both the children and the parents, and we couldn't be happier.
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Review from Kate T (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love this nursery, the staff genuinely care about the children and they all make such an effort to really get to know them. A very personable feel and not just a business. Our daughter is thriving and really enjoys going. The rooms are large, bright and airy with lots of activities that
change weekly, rotation of toys, themed weeks to keep engagement high. A lovely garden with toys to play with. Jo and the rest of the staff are always approachable and make time for you. Communication is always clear and up to date with daily updates and images offered.
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Review from Daniel C (Father of Child) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great experience to date
My child has been attending since 18 months. With Anjilee they explored themselves and the world, gaining confidence in walking. With Pheobe they've learnt to speak, run, and grow in their confidence and personality. They'll soon be in Bumbles and the little interaction I've
had gives me confidence my little one will have a great time with the people there too.
People who aren't my child's key worker have been great too and I even see the chefs greeting my child on the way in / out.
I have a lot of confidence in the whole team and know my child is getting the best experience being there.
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Review from Iuliana B (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff is amazing and very supportive. Thank you for doing a great job!! I would recommend the Busy Bees Farnborough IQ to any new parent who is looking for childcare.
All the management is very lovely as well and astringent promptly to all the questions.
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Review from E L (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've had a great experience with the nursery. From day one, we have felt supported and are confident in the knowledge that our child is in safe hands. The staff are wonderful; welcoming us and our child upon drop off and pickup, and keeping us updated in between. The nursery itself is clean and adapted
well to the varied ages of the children, the staff are clearly experienced but most importantly, passionate about the work they are doing.
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Review from Rebekah T (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children love busy bees! It is great to see how much they enjoy their time at nursery and the great relationships they have with their key workers and other staff. They are both learning so much each day - the nursery team are great at creating fun play and learning activities which boost
their creativity and imagination, supporting them to learn in such a fun way. They both love messy play and spending time outdoors and get to enjoy lots of time doing both of these.
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Review from Jacqueline F (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely an amazing settling, the staff go above and beyond for the children and it is evident with the relationship their build with the children. My boy is 8 months and the baby staff are fantastic, his key worker is amazing and has settled him into nursery so well. He is so loved by the team. Best
nursery in Farnborough!
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Review from K E (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is truly exceptional, and I'm so glad I chose it for my son. Since attending, he has thrived, with noticeable improvements in his confidence and social skills. The staff are not only kind and accommodating but also incredibly welcoming and supportive of both me and my child. They use an
app, which allows parents to stay updated on nappies, meals, and activities - a fantastic feature. The management team is equally wonderful, always approachable and attentive. Even after moving out of the area, I've chosen to keep my son at this Busy Bees Farnborough IQ because of the outstanding care they provide.
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Review from J D (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a wonderful nursery, with an amazing team - I'm always so impressed when all of them (even the people who don't work in his room!) know my son's name since he started. He's been coming here since he turned 1 and it didn't take him long to settle in. He loves coming here and his development has
definitely been improved by it. They do all sorts of activities that we can't do at home, plus the kids get time outdoors every day. The food seems very good and from his first month he's napped much better at nursery than he does at home! We get lots of updates and photos on the app and it always looks like he's having a great time. Would definitely recommend this nursery
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Review from R W (Mother of Child) published on 28 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter absolutely loves going to Busy Bees Farnborough IQ, she's thrived in Bombos 1 (baby room) and we can't wait to see that continue in Bombos 2.
Thank you for all the staff support to create an engaging, supportive, and enjoyable setting for our little ones.
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Review from Ben H (Father of Child) published on 16 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our twins absolutely love attending and it's been fantastic for their growth in speaking and confidence. They have been extremely available if we need to check on the kids or request extra days and are an all-around pleasure to deal with.
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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best nursery ever! Our children are thriving in this setting. The staff are wonderful, kind, caring and so much fun! The garden what’s recently been done beautifully, a wonderful safe space to play together.
I don’t ever want to have to leave Busy Bees.
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Review from Ann B (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son moved to this nursery when we moved to the area and settled into the pre-school so quickly. He still talks about his time there having moved on to primary school and loves going in to visit. Our daughter started in the baby room when she was 7 months old and again, settled very easily and is
full of smiles when we drop her off and pick her up. The staff make sure days are fun but the children learn about the world around them, develop their independence and respectful behaviour and get to enjoy a variety of yummy food. The manager and the team are excellent: so friendly and welcoming, knowledgeable about all the children and build-in activities that foster individual interests, supportive and quick to act if the parents need any guidance or help with issues. Highly recommend.
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Review from K B (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are absolutely incredible, from management to ladies that work in the rooms, they really have got to know my child and have helped them to develop into an incredible mini human. Nothing is ever too much trouble for any of them.
An incredible place with amazing values.
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Review from Ana A (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very lovely, and I feel that they care about my son. Nice and clean place with plenty of activities and outdoor space. Even though my son changed rooms a couple of weeks ago, he is still looking for the other room before going home. That shows how well cared for he was there.
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Review from J K (Father of Child) published on 21 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been here for a year now and he absolutely loves it. The staff are so good. What he gets to do here and how he spends his time is just brilliant. And the app they use alongside, where I get to see what he’s been up to, is great too!
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Review from Rhiannon H (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An absolutely fantastic nursery!
It was a scary thought going back to work after maternity but Busy Bees Farnborough Q made us feel confident, comfortable and informed right from our very first enquiry and interaction.
Our little boy has flourished. He has been at Busy Bees for a year now and I am
confident that Busy Bees has played a significant role in developing his skills. His key workers have been fantastic and I feel as though they genuinely care for our boy and enjoy seeing him grow as much as we do.
From the minute we drop him off, I am confident that he is going to have a wonderful day and the updates on the app throughout the day are reassuring and lovely to receive.
I would also give special mention to the food offered to the children. I am blown away when I read what my boy has eaten in a day. Delicious!
I honestly cannot speak highly enough of the nursery and all of the team.
Busy Bees Farnborough Q is wonderful!
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Review from Sasha C (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Busy Bees Farnborough Q when she was 18 months and has come on leaps and bounds in confidence, her speech and social skills. She looks forward to going every day. My son has now started at age 1 and so far, he is thriving! The kids do many different activities in the day and are
regularly outside for fresh air. The staff are so caring, polite and both my kids have a very good bond with their key workers. I love getting the updates on the app! Massively helped with the anxiety of leaving my babies.
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Review from Debora A (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Busy Bees Farnborough Q since he was 10 months old - he is now a very busy 3-year-old. I remember thinking how hard it was going to be to leave my baby at nursery however the staff were so considerate, caring and wonderful that it definitely made me feel more at ease and I haven’t
looked back since, love it so much that my second child is set to start there at 10 months old soon. The staff, the environment and the general feel of the nursery are amazing and I just find everyone so helpful and lovely and passionate about the children. They hold lovely little events for the little ones and parents (even grandparents) too throughout the year which gives it an extra special touch. I am definitely going to be the mum who’s crying in the corner when her boy leaves preschool to go to school because it’s been such a happy, safe space for him and us all this time.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.938)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.938) out of 10 for Busy Bees Farnborough IQ is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.938 for Busy Bees Farnborough IQ is calculated as follows: ( (305 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 324 Ratings = 4.938
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Farnborough IQ is based on 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 96 number of registered child places is 19.2, which has been reached with 27 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Farnborough IQ

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Farnborough IQ accepts?

Busy Bees Farnborough IQ accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Farnborough IQ Open?

Busy Bees Farnborough IQ is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Busy Bees Farnborough IQ have capacity for?

Busy Bees Farnborough IQ has capacity for a total of 96 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Farnborough IQ to the centre of Farnborough?

0.9 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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