Busy Bees Chafford Hundred Station Side has been open for 18 years.
Rated 'Good' by Ofsted (March 2017), the nursery has their families at the heart at everything they do and work together to give the children the best start in life.
The keyworker system throughout the nursery ensures the children and parents get to know the person caring for their child and build a great bond with them.
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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
- Tarin Edwards (Centre Director)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 35
Total Places for Children
- 92
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday 07:00-18:30
- Tuesday 07:00-18:30
- Wednesday 07:00-18:30
- Thursday 07:00-18:30
- Friday 07:00-18:30
When Closed
- Bank Holidays
Busy Bees Chafford Hundred Station Side (Howard Road) Reviews (69)
Busy Bees Chafford Hundred Station Side (Howard Road) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.910) out of 10, based on 43 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Chafford Hundred Station Side (Howard Road) has 69 reviews.
My Son was only 11 months when he started busy bees and after a few unsettled weeks, He now loves going to nursery to play with his friends and discover new things . The busy bee staff always kept us at ease by updating us throughout the day and having a little handover at the end of the day . My son is a confident little boy and I do believe it's from going to nursery.
Friendly staff and clean nursery with lots of activities for the children. Lots of parking spaces and great welcome for the little ones.Food is great and special dietary choices are available as well.
My son loves going to nursery every morning, when your child is happy then you know that he's been treated well.
The nursery is clean, food is great and even if you have a problem with some of the food they change it and communicate with everyone. They have daily activities, garden for the children go outside play and explore.
You receive pictures and reviews of you child learning quite often.
The carers are very dedicated and nice, they been with my child since he was 9 months and I couldn't recommend any better.
My daughter loves coming to nursery, she has learnt so much since attending. The teachers are amazing, I am always updated with her progress. The food is great, my daughter never complains she's hungry from nursery as she is fed throughout the day with healthy food.
All of the staff are friendly, approachable and genuinely invested in the children's development. They are always happy to provide updates and helpful guidance on how we can support our son at home.
A special mention to Bethany and Sangeeta, who he built a lovely bond with. Knowing he is in such caring hands gives us real peace of mind.
They plan engaging activities and it has been great to see his interests grow. He has recently moved up into the next room and settled in so well, which reflects the care and support from the team.
Busy Bees have been fantastic with my 1 year old son, who did not immediately settle into nursery life. With good communication, ideas to help him settle and attention, all the staff did their best to help him settle which he did. The nursery is clean, happy and a great environment for any child. I'm super pleased with how responsive and professional they are and they have brilliant carers there. We visited many nurseries and found that Busy Bees were by far the best. Always friendly and supportive and cannot thank them enough!
Our key worker is very nice and our son was initially hesitant in a new environment but has since adjusted really well. Having a structured curriculum for young children is a great way for our son to continue developing.
Very happy parent so far!
One improvement would be to bring in a halal food menu.
We especially appreciate the regular updates throughout the day via the app, which allow us to see how our little one is spending her time. It gives us great peace of mind knowing she is happy, engaged, and well cared for.
My eldest had attended a different nursery before and we pulled her due to lack of support, she has additional needs. I can't thank the team enough for being so supportive and for getting teams in place for my her.
My youngest has been going since before she turned 1 and the team have always been so amazing and she is now in preschool, it's been great seeing her grow and thrive in such an amazing environment.
My son's been going since he was 11 months and loves it. The staff are all so lovely and hands on which is perfect for him. I love the updates we get of his day, including photos and observations on his development. I'm also always wowed by the quality of food he's having and have been inspired to put more nutrition in my own dinners with lentils and beans!
I am very happy with the nursery. My son has developed soo much since starting it in September last year. The stuff is very caring and there are so many nice activities for children. I would definitely recommend it to others.
Busy Bees staff are lovely and welcoming and really look after our little one. Despite her taking a while to settle in, she has so much fun at nursery, now she beams with smiles at drop off and pick up and that's down to those who care for her.
One of the most impressive aspects of Busy Bees is how well they balance learning and play. The nursery offers a rich variety of activities that support children's cognitive, social, and emotional growth. Whether it's creative arts, outdoor exploration, or early literacy and numeracy, everything is thoughtfully planned to engage young minds while still allowing them to have fun and be themselves.
The staff deserve special recognition for their professionalism and dedication. They take the time to understand each child as an individual, tailoring their approach to suit different persons
The staff are incredibly caring, attentive, and genuinely invested in the children's wellbeing. It's clear how much love and dedication they put into their work, and that gives us so much peace of mind as parents.
The environment is warm, safe, and nurturing, and we have seen our daughter grow in confidence and happiness during her time there.
We are truly grateful for the care and kindness she receives every day and highly recommend this nursery to any parent.
My son absolutely loves the setting. It is well structured and offers holistic learning for each age group. Would highly recommend
My son has been attending this nursery since he was 1 years old (he is now 4) and I can't praise the team here enough. He started off really shy and it took him a while to settle in but the staff never gave up and always made sure he was happy. He's turned into such a confident little boy now and I am forever grateful to the staff at this Nursery. I recommend to every new mum I meet. He has learnt so much since being here. 10/10 don't hesitate to send your children here they are incredible!!
They've taken the time to work closely with him, using encouragement and tailored activities to support his communication skills, while always making sure he feels included and confident. It's clear they genuinely care, and that reassurance means a lot as a parent.
Both of my boys are happy and settled, and I can see how much they're learning and growing every day. The environment is warm, welcoming, and full of engaging activities, and the staff always keep me informed about their progress.
I'm really grateful for the support they've given my family, and I'd happily recommend Busy Bees. .
My girls have a wonderful time when attending Busy Bees, they are always excited to go and tell us they have lots of fun, they love all the staff that work there too, they have learnt most of their names and mention them at home. They love all the meals they have which is amazing. We have a really good relationship with all the staff they are always so happy and ready to help and answer any questions we have.
The staff are approachable and genuinely listen to parents. Any feedback we've shared has been taken on board in a constructive and positive way, which shows a real willingness to improve and work in partnership with families. Queries are always dealt with thoughtfully, and there is a clear effort to respond in a way that supports both the child and the parents.
What stands out most is that there are staff members who truly care about the children. It's lovely to see that level of warmth. Overall, we're very pleased with the care and support provided.
The activities provided are engaging and well thought out, supporting both learning and play. I've noticed a real improvement in my son's confidence, social skills, and communication since he started attending.
Communication with parents is also excellent-they keep us regularly updated on progress, daily activities, and any important information. It's clear that the team is dedicated and passionate about what they do.
Overall, I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for their child.
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- Recipient: Busy Bees Nurseries LtdDate: Thursday 01 Mar 2018
Meet the Team (1)
Hello, my name is Tarin, and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Chafford Hundred Station Side.
I have worked for Busy Bees since 2005 where I was a level 2 practitioner. I gained my level 3 at Busy Bees and was promoted to Room Manager, Senior Room Manager then to Assistant Centre Director and became a Centre Director at the Drake Road Chafford Hundred Centre in 2012. I have managed and supported many nurseries during my career at Busy Bees and am very excited to manage the team and families here at Chafford Hundred Howard Road.
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