Busy Bees Chelmsford is situated in the heart of the city, within walking distance of the town, central park and the duck pond.
Set on one level, each room in the nursery offers access to the spacious and secure garden area where children can explore and develop their interest in nature whilst discovering the wide range of activities available. There are endless opportunities for your child to have fun with...
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Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jennie Gregory (Centre Director)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 40
Total Places for Children
- 99
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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 Chelmsford Reviews (56)
Busy Bees Chelmsford has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.867) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Chelmsford has 56 reviews.
Our two girls have had an excellent experience at Busy Bees. They have been consistently well cared for and have formed very close bonds with their class teachers and other children. The staff are kind and professional and have really helped to develop our 4-year-olds confidence in larger groups. Our 2-year-olds language and confidence have taken huge steps forwards since starting at Busy Bees. The teams are great we would definitely recommend Busy Bees to other parents.
I have used this nursery for the last 10 years and can honestly say I couldn't be happier with my choice. Both my daughter and now my son have thrived at Busy Bees - they have received exceptional love and care from the staff over the years and I have always felt secure knowing they were so well looked after. I cannot speak highly enough at this place, which I have seen undergo two major redecorations - it just keeps getting better and better!
My two children have been at Busy Bees variously from September 2015. The staff are all friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely care about and enjoy being with the children. Whoever I speak to at collection is always aware of my child and what they have done in the day, and how they have been. They are extremely helpful in maintaining consistency with home, in terms of things like potty training, naps, eating etc. My children have always had a wonderful time there.
The staff are truly amazing and seem to have a passion for their job. In turn, this reflects on the children as they love to be there.
Whenever you arrive you are greeted by friendly staff members and they are always happy to help you and answer any questions about the nursery you have.
My son really enjoys all the activities and of course the playing time when he is there. Busy Bees are also very informative when it comes to things. From regular newsletters to daily food menu updates via text.
And to top it off they put on some great summer and winter events.
I would highly recommend Busy Bees in Chelmsford.
My son adored the staff there and they made his experience of nursery wonderful. We only moved him because of a house move otherwise I would have kept him there forever. I would recommend this nursery to anyone!
I would like more information given at handover as some don't say enough about his day, especially when dad picks up. But overall, I like how the rooms look and he is happy to go to nursery.
Our son has also recently started and has adjusted to his new surroundings with ease, he is very happy. Happy children=happy mummy and daddy. The variety of food is excellent too, they are always well fed.
Our son has been at Busy Bees for a year and a half (joining when he was just about to turn 3). He went straight to the Pre-School Academy, and I have been nothing but impressed and delighted by the care he has received there. Shortly after he started the nursery underwent an entire renovation, meaning that all the facilities were updated and decoration all new.
The meals are nutritious, varied and fantastically prepared. ALL of the staff, without exception, are friendly, caring, fun and obviously love their jobs. The days that my son comes home covered in glitter, or flour, or paint are the best days as I can see tangible evidence that he has had a blast (as always). It's in the biggest area - the utmost care of our son that they truly excel, but it's also in the smaller details that they deserve praise (even down to supplying a free takeaway tea or coffee for parents in the morning, who may not otherwise have thought of getting such a luxury!).
I can't thank the staff enough.
Very helpful and friendly. Would recommend. Also, very clean and love the outdoor space.
Looking at the menus they have on display, the food is great! The menus are so varied it's lovely to see he's eating a great range of things I wouldn't think of cooking at home!
I would definitely recommend this nursery to others.
My daughter enjoys her days at nursery and has an excellent bond with her key worker and the staff in the nursery. The food is of an outstanding quality and the chef has been brilliant with helping out with weaning.
Our children both attend nursery. They both enjoy attending and have progressed socially and emotionally. Our daughter is thriving in first steps room due to her keyworker taking the time to understand her likes and dislikes. She has formed a super relationship with all staff too. We can leave both our children and know they will have a fun-filled day.
I would definitely recommend this nursery, and feel confident that my daughter is being cared for exceptionally well.
My first child went to this nursery, and now my second child is enjoying it here.
A variety of activities and indoors and outsides for children, with a good choice of toys and resources.
Good communication with the staff and my child always tells me how food the good is.
From the moment I walked through the door with my children, I felt at ease. The staff not only made me feel comfortable and secure but they make my children feel this way every day.
Both my children love attending the nursery and can't wait to run through the door to see the children / staff and what activities they will be doing for the day.
The current manager and assistance manager is doing a fantastic job.
Thank you, Busy Bee's and keep up the good work for the next lot of children looking to join !
He also enjoys the food. He gets on well with all the staff who look after him.
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- Recipient: Busy Bees Nurseries LtdDate: Thursday 01 Mar 2018
Meet the Team (1)
Hello, my name is Jennie Gregory, and I am the Centre Director here at Chelmsford. I have over 22 years of experience in childhood education, and 18 of these have been in a management role.
I have worked across various early years settings over the years, and I bring a wealth of knowledge and a calm, supportive leadership style to our outstanding team at Chelmsford.
I hold a Level 4 qualification in childcare and education and a Level 3 qualification in management.
I am responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and caring environment where every child can thrive.
I believe that each child is unique and deserves to be supported in their individual learning journey. I work closely with families and our team to create a welcoming and inclusive setting that fosters curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning, giving every child the best start in life.
I cannot wait to meet you and welcome you to our Outstanding nursery.
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