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Busy Bees Eastbourne

Larkspar Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN23 8BS
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Busy Bees Eastbourne is a wonderful, purpose-built nursery designed to give every child the best start in life.

The highly experienced nursery team are committed to offering an environment where children develop, flourish, and prepare for their transition to school. Following the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) curriculum helps with your child’s development so that they are prepared for the next key stage.

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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

  • Ashley McGhie(Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 19

Total Places for Children

  • 100

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday07:30-18:30
  • Tuesday07:30-18:30
  • Wednesday07:30-18:30
  • Thursday07:30-18:30
  • Friday07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

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Busy Bees Eastbourne has a Review Score of 10 (9.956) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Busy Bees Eastbourne has 79 reviews.

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Review from Alexia M (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I am so happy I sent my little boy to this nursery. My main concern when sending him to nursery was that he wouldn’t enjoy it but sending him to Busy Bees Eastbourne proved me wrong. He enjoys going to nursery, I would say it’s his favourite time of the week. Seeing all his friends and the staff that works there. He has come out of his shell so much since joining nursery. They have helped me in so many ways as well. He now eats fruit which I thought I would never see, I struggled so much with this before sending him to nursery. The staff at this nursery are kind and understanding and have helped me with any concerns I have had regarding my son. I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
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 Claire B (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Both of my children have/are attending this setting. I have been a part of this nursery for 7 years now and its development has been amazing. The staff are lovely and they care so much about the children. The equipment they have is lovely, as is the outdoor space available to each group. The hours are fantastic for working parents, and the wide variety of food is cooked on-site, which is rare and great for encouraging children to try different food. I will be quite sad when my youngest moves up to school in September!

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
Hello, we love reading feedback like this! Thank you for sharing it with us. We will pass on your lovely comments to the team at Eastbourne.

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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Had two children attend the nursery and have not had any issues. Find the staff caring, considerate and easy to approach. The nursery doesn't seem to have a high staff turn over which is a massive positive for consistency and the relationships formed with the children. My son enjoys going and think the app is great for seeing what he is up to throughout the day. The outside space is fantastic and they are able to use the garden throughout the year. Would recommend Busy Bees, Eastbourne to anyone looking for a nursery for their child to attend.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
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.

40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. Join us as we celebrate our milestone year, visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40...  

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Review from Sophie D (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I have had children at Busy Bees Nursery for over four years now and I could not be happier with the care they provide and have provided for my children. The staff are highly qualified, friendly and truly care for the children, they are great at supporting any development going on at home within nursery, such as potty training. The activities planned for the children to do day to day are brilliant and really help with their progress and they’re becoming well-rounded little individuals!

I cannot recommend Busy Bees, Eastbourne enough!

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

40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. Celebrate our milestone year with us! Visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40 years...  

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Review from R I (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I instantly fell in love with Busy Bees nursery. My daughter is extremely shy and anxious and all the staff were super caring and considerate towards both my daughter and me. They have worked so hard that my daughter feels so much happier going to nursery.
The rooms are always displayed with amazing activities set out really well.
I love that there is quite a lot of space in each room and the garden is also great. I love that all the children can have as much as outdoor activities as they like.
I think it's great that preschool has set activities they do, and have story time too.
My daughter always comes home telling me about all the yummy food she has had too.
It is always clean when I have visited. The staff including the managers and the chef are always so welcoming and all the children light up when they see each member.

I love that everything is included in the price.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
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.

40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. Celebrate our milestone year with us! Visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40 years...  

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Review from Olivia B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with my son's time at Busy Bees. He is always very happy when he is there. The app is always great to keep updated on the day. The staff are always very helpful and kind. Overall as parents, we are very pleased we have our son there.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
Hello, Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Eastbourne nursery.

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Review from Charleigh F (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter started here in January and the team has been amazing with us both! Comforting us both through the transition into nursery life. Reassuring me daily that she is ok throughout the day and frequent updates on the app.
My daughter is happy every day when she comes home from Busy Bees. Telling me all about her day and all the activities they get up to!

Thank you all very much and would definitely recommend this nursery.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
Hello, Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Eastbourne nursery.

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Review from Sarah M (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are very friendly and helpful. They have taken great care of both of my children. My son left in August 2022 but my daughter is still there. The staff have helped my daughter grow, be independent and stopped being such a Covid baby. She loves nursery and enjoys playing and making friends. I would 100% recommend Busy Bees Eastbourne to anyone.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
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.

40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. Join us as we celebrate our milestone year, visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40...  

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Review from Michelle C (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter is extremely happy and settled at Busy Bees Eastbourne. Her carers are kind, caring and she adores them. Often she doesn't want to come home at the end of the day! I am so happy I chose this nursery.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
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.

40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. We’re celebrating our milestone year and we invite you to join us! Visit our Busy Bees...  

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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card
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Busy Bees Eastbourne have been excellent from day one. Every member of staff are always welcoming and friendly, even those who don't work directly with my child.

The baby room staff have helped to settle my son so well and have made my return to work so much easier knowing that he is happy and well cared for. The room is always set up beautifully but also with age-appropriate and stimulating setups. I don't have a single bad comment to make. Thank you team.

Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Eastbourne
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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 C F (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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My kid just turned three and has been at the nursery since he was ten months old. I don't have a single complaint but I can see the nursery has improved massively! Although due to Covid-19 we cannot go into the rooms, I always feel assured that everything he needs is accounted for and can only praise the management and staff of such a different situation. Food is homemade and always fresh. I know mum's with kids with allergies are very happy with the alternatives. There is now an app where we receive live updates and photos so it makes it easier. Can only say good things.

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Review from B F (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff at Busy Bees, Eastbourne are very kind, caring and diligent. We feel reassured that our daughter is extremely well looked after and that her learning and development is nurtured. Our daughter often talks positively about her experiences and friends at nursery and sings songs which she has learnt. We feel that she will be well prepared to start school.

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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2021 Submitted via Postal Card
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We could not be more pleased with the care our little boy receives from Busy Bees at Eastbourne. The staff are so enthusiastic and take time to get to know every child really well. The staff have tailored activities towards our little boys passions, for example taking him on bug hunts in the garden and reading stories about things he has shown interest in. For a while our little boy went through a biting phase and the staff provided significant support and expertise to stop this, they knew exactly what to do. There is a lovely nurturing environment.

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Review from Megan D (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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I was instantly drawn to this nursery when I was looking for places for my son, Busy Bees at Eastbourne has a warming environment and so do the lovely staff that work there. My son has done nothing but exceed at Busy Bees at Eastbourne, he’s always excited about going to nursery and loves being there! Recommend highly to anyone!

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Review from Katie B (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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Both my sons have attended this nursery. One who is currently in the preschool. They both loved going and the staff are all lovely and polite. My youngest struggles to go in some mornings but the staff are brilliant at making him smile and wanting to join in with the day. Great outside space and lots of outdoor learning. My youngest has learnt so much. Lots of communication and my son loves the food!

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Review from Anne M (Grandmother of Child) published on 23 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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My grandson loves going to Busy Bees at Eastbourne, the staff are amazing and he always talks about his day and what he did. The nursery has a huge garden and the children spend a lot of their time outside which is great. I would definitely recommend!

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Review from Zoe S (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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A fantastic nursery. They have made sure my daughter has settled in so well to preschool and all the way through the pandemic. The staff are amazing and my little girl has made lots of lovely friends and loves the staff. This is so reassuring for me to know she is happy and safe. She always comes out with a smile on her face.

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Review from Frances A (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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Our little boy attends Busy Bees at Eastbourne and he absolutely loves it. He goes three mornings a week and the other two days he always wakes up and asks “nursery day?" We couldn’t ever imagine him going anywhere else. The staff and the environment is just perfect. The staff make you feel so safe, comfortable and nothing is ever too much. The chef knows how to cook. My son loves the food and always excited to tell me what he’s eaten. When we drop him off we feel so relaxed knowing how well he’s being looked after.

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Review from Victoria C (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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I could not recommend Busy Bees at Eastbourne anymore. My daughter has been attending since May 2019 when she was ten months and has settled in so well. She is very happy and is always well looked after by everyone at Busy Bees at Eastbourne. They have managed really well in the current climate and continue to work to a really high standard.

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Review from Kathryn H (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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My son started nursery at Busy Bees at Eastbourne during the pandemic at the age of seven months. I was very nervous about him attending nursery but having had a child in this nursery previously, around five to six years ago, I knew he would be in good hands. My son absolutely loves nursery and goes off quite happily every morning which makes life very easy. The nursery have long hours available and are very flexible. My son also has specific dietary requirements due to allergies and the nursery have catered for this amazingly well. All the staff are very supportive to my family so thank you!

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Ashley McGhie
Ashley McGhieJob Title:Centre DirectorJoined: 2010

Hi, my name is Ashley and I have been a part of the Busy Bees family for many years now.

I have over 15 years experience working with children. I became the Manager at this Nursery in April 2019. I have my own little girl who is at school so I understand the difficulties working parents have and also how important links are between nursery and home.

I look forward to meeting and welcoming new families to our newly refurbished nursery in Eastbourne.

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