Busy Bees Woking

50 Cavell Way, Knaphill, Woking GU21 2TJ
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9.3 63 Reviews
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Busy Bees Woking has an environment that has been designed to see children of pre-school age able to explore, investigate ad learn. There are four spacious rooms which staff make the most of in terms of age-specific learning.

Every individual child has their progress monitored by a key person who can feedback to parents. Learning Journals are also created to show a child's learning history and gaining of new skills.

This pleasant day nursery has both outdoor and indoor gardens, looking to make the most of a forest theme in order to inspire the imagination and appreciation of nature.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Zoë Fuller (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 130

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

Busy Bees Woking Reviews (63)

9.3

Busy Bees Woking has a Review Score of 9.3 (9.251) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Woking has 63 reviews.

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Review from Kelly P (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic nursery, offering wonderful facilities where I’ve seen my child really grow and gain confidence.
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Review from Caroline (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff at the nursery are supportive and engaging, particularly our key workers in both rooms and the nursery manager who have played a big part in ensuring our child has the right support they need, and at the right time. Our child has needed additional developmental support and the nursery couldn't
have been more supportive, helpful or played more of an active role in helping us to ensure the right needs were being identified and met.


Most importantly, whenever we have wanted to spend additional time meeting with the nursery to talk to them about our child they have always been more than accommodating with our requests.


Our child has hugely benefited from the time spent at the nursery (started at 11 months, now 22 months) in both his social skills and development. Plus, he is extremely happy to be there every day, and is thrilled to see the staff and other children.

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Review from Stephen M (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child transferred from another nursery to Busy Bees at the age of 3 and after the usual few weeks on uncertainty at drop off, settled in extremely well. The staff are always happy to have a cuddle from any of the children in the morning!


The staff are extremely friendly and my child soon developed

a wonderful relationship with them. We researched many nurseries in the area and chose Busy Bees for so many reasons. They provide a fun environment for the children but are also focused on good behaviour and developing the children’s learning. Great indoor garden which means the kids can run around every day whatever the weather.


They have spent time focussing on important issues like toilet training, washing hands and learning to brush their teeth. A special note should go to the onsite nurse who not only provides any day to day support but was amazing when our child had to have an operation. She helped my child understand what might happen on the day in a fun way - thanks.

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Review from Melania B (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I feel extremely lucky to have found Busy Bees for my daughter! Staff are always available and friendly.


Like for every woman, getting back to work after having spent one year at home with my little one was a delicate moment but I knew that my daughter was in very expert hands. I've felt reassured

at every step of my daughter's learning development. I will always be grateful to Busy Bees' wonderful staff.
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Review from Taha S (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I'm really pleased with the nursery, as they are personable and take care of individual milestones of my child. I get daily updates on my child's activities and the fact that she is safe and happy makes all the difference. The parents' portal gives me a chance to provide my input also on the plans and
activities of my child. Overall I am very happy with the nursery.
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Review from Anel V (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall good quality care with a great indoor garden, which makes up for the small outside garden. My daughter is happy there and enjoys the variety of activities they do each day.
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Review from Monika G (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Great nursery. My daughter has got a lot of fun in there. Food is good. Staff is excellent (1-2 yo room). I always get a full report what she has been up to. We like the app on the iPhone. We can track our daughter day.
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Review from Monika S (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is beyond excellent. My little girl (2 and a half) absolutely loves coming here.
The staff are welcoming, always really nice and friendly and can give me all the information I need, my little girl loves them.
Absolutely brilliant.
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Review from Louise S (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my boys have had a great start at Busy Bees Woking having both started at about 8-9 months old. Our youngest, aged 3, is now in Eeyores room and is really enjoying the more structured day. Our eldest is now in Year 2 of school. I feel strongly that Busy Bees set him up well for school life.
The staff are great. The facilities are the best in the area - the indoor garden is a particular asset meaning the children can let off steam whatever the weather. Other bonuses are the bubble room, extra activities and the varied menu the nursery offers. Highly recommended.
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Review from Emma D (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My boy has been going here since he was 10 months. The team have done a great job helping him to be kind and well mannered. They have also have been very good when he is reluctant to go and didn't want mummy to go to work. They and encourage him to play and learn without him even realising. My youngest
son will also be joining in a few months wouldn't send them anywhere else.
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Review from Alison B (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
A caring environment in which young children are cared for and enriched by teaching communication skills, basic language and math skills. The variety of sensory play is good and the building welcoming and bright as well as the staff.
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Review from Sarah C (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Busy Bees from 13months, she’s now 3 1/2yrs old! I’m so happy that I found this wonderful nursery. I cannot fault them on anything! The building is always clean, the food/menus are great, the toys and facilities are lovely and well looked after and my daughter loves it!
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I collect my daughter I’m given a full debrief of her day including what she’s learnt, how she’s interacted and what she’s eaten. Her development has come on so much and Busy Bees have helped enormously with that!
My daughter has had 3 keyworkers and they’ve all been fab but her first keyworker will always be her favourite. 2yrs on from leaving Kanga’s she still calls Busy Bees; ‘her keyworker's house’, they had a wonderful bond and I’m very grateful to her and Busy Bees for giving me the confidence that my child was in the best hands!
I’ve got a new job so I’ll have to put my daughter into a new nursery! The search is on but Busy Bees have set the bar very high! We will be very sad to leave!
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Review from Adriana G (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is a friendly and stimulating place. My daughter feels welcomed and her progress has been massive since started.
Staff is always happy to answer any question professionally.
My daughter and in general children seem happy.
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Review from Angela (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My child has settled well and has bonded with staff members quickly, there are plenty of children to interact with and do group activities with. The children are secure and have opportunities to participate in additional activities.
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Review from Ad (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Management at Busy Bees are indeed extremely flexible and understanding, they attentively listen to all our requests and comments and do try their best to accommodate every child's needs.


The new class for kids 3-15 months will surely increase focus on the daily needs of younger kids, and will definitely

help kids in the 15-24 months age group get more focus on their specific development needs at that age and enhance their learning experience.


The environment is very friendly and the team has professionally demonstrated positive improvement upon feedback. Daily communication with parents is the team's priority and the mobile app keeps getting better.


Having a full building dedicated to the nursery is ideal, especially with an indoor garden available for kids to use regardless of weather conditions.

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Review from Florence M (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery from 5 months old and is still here at almost 4 years old. My daughter has a strong bond with all of the staff. She has grown into a strong independent girl and has formed strong bonds at the nursery. She has also NEVER hit and NEVER come home repeating bad words
or phrases - something that all my other mum friends have had to deal with after their children have come back from their nurseries! Busy Bees was extremely supportive with her weaning, her potty training, cutlery, encouraging hand washing, using the toilet independently and teaching her to use outdoors equipment. My second daughter has just started at age one and is settling in well, staff are very attentive to her and she has formed an extremely strong bond with her key worker which is encouraging as she is very clingy to me! I get instant online updates during the day to a private profile which includes pictures of my girls, meals and nap times. The indoor garden is great too.
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Review from Rhian D (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son and daughter attend Busy Bees and they both love it. Their key workers are lovely and are really interested in making sure they are having a great time whilst learning new things all the time.
Everyone is extremely friendly and kind. You know that your kiddies are being looked after brilliantly.
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Review from Heidi C (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended BB since she was 13 months old and is now 4 years old. In that time she has really enjoyed going to Busy Bees. The teaching and learning are excellent. Management is brilliant. The staff are caring and honest and very friendly and approachable. I couldn't hope for a better nursery
and I really did my research. Busy Bees is inclusive of special needs and of different cultures of which they embrace wholeheartedly. Any issues are dealt with in a timely manner. My daughter and I will be devastated when she leaves for school in September. It will be a huge adjustment. The staff are amazing.
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Review from Elizabeth M (Mother of Child) published on 1 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been coming to Busy Bees since she was 9 months old. She has a great bond with all of the staff that work there and her father and I feel that she has blossomed in every area of her development. We look forward to watching her grow and develop during the rest of her time here.
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Review from HS (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I could not ask more from a nursery. My eldest left here in September 2016 after being at the nursery for 3 years. My youngest continues to be at the nursery. The staff in all of the rooms are warm and welcoming and they make time to talk to you at the beginning and end of the day. Staff encourage the
children to learn and develop their skills through a variety of means. There are themed weeks which my children have loved taking part in.


The staff and managers are thoroughly committed to the development of children and tackling any concerns/issues that may arise. They sometimes hold fun days at the weekend which the children always ask to go to. There is a great 'indoor' garden which the children can use whatever the weather.


I always have happy children at nursery pick up time - what more could I ask for?

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Current Review Score: 9.3 (9.251)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.3 (9.251) out of 10 for Busy Bees Woking 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 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.4 out of 5 from 10 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 4.866 for Busy Bees Woking is calculated as follows: ( (103 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 119 Ratings = 4.866
  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 4.385 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Woking is based on 10 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 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 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 130 number of registered child places is 26. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 26 = 0.385
  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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Zoe Fuller

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2012

Hello, my name is Zoe and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Woking.


I started working for Busy Bees Knaphill in February 2012 once I had completed my Level 3 at college. I also hold my Level 3 in Management which I trained for with Busy Bees and have been manager of Busy Bees Knaphill since September 2022. 

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