Busy Bees Haywards Heath

A very friendly nursery with a great atmosphere, staff and learning environment.

I couldn’t be happier with a nursery. Busy Bees at Haywards Heath is fantastic. I was extremely anxious to leave my baby at a nursery when I returned to work but very soon I was not only comfortable to leave her in the very capable hands of the staff, I’d even say I was happy to leave her as I knew she would have a great time and be well looked after. For this reason, I always recommend our nursery to others.

Our little boy first went to Busy Bees when he was barely 11 months old, and stayed until the week before he went to school. We had chosen to send him to a childminder as we thought that approach was more personal- but after he didn't settle in well there, we found Busy Bees, and we haven't looked back since.

Each key carer that he had, he bonded with and was very fond of. The level of attention and care given to him was what you would expect from a professional nursery, but what we didn't expect and came to really appreciate, was the levels of affection that he also received. He was given fun learning experiences in an environment where he felt safe and happy.

I can wholeheartedly recommend this nursery and team, to anyone.

What a wonderful place. After 10 months at home, we entered the world of day care at Busy Bees and we would not look back! Dropping off and picking up our daughter is a joy. She has found her second home, smiling at the building as we get out of the car and waving us out the door as she has breakfast with her friends. Staff are exceptionally attentive. There is a true family atmosphere here. Staff and management throughout, go out of their way to build positive relationships with children and parents. After just a few days, everyone seemed to know our daughter's name, her favourite things and personality traits. From settling sessions, to room transitions, to messy play and happy mealtimes, we cannot fault their care and enthusiasm. The resources, activities, atmosphere, cleanliness, nutrition and general organisation led us to choosing Busy Bees. We have not been disappointed. Thank you for turning my return to work into a fantastic and loving experience for our daughter every day.

My daughter has been at the nursery for 15months now and has just flourished in this time. Really happy with her development in all areas. The staff are really loving and friendly. My daughter has formed a really strong bond with the team which just makes her time at the nursery more enjoyable. Looking forward to having my 2nd daughter join the nursery in a few months time!

My son has just left this nursery for school after 4 years and my daughter is in the toddler room. The care, fun and education provided by the dedicated, warm, knowledgeable staff is outstanding. The good communication between home and nursery makes it feel like an extended family. My children have been so happy and safe here, I have never had cause to worry and my son is now reaping the rewards of such a good pre-school education, at primary school.

My daughter literally skips into nursery each day - she loves it! This leaves me with such confidence and comfort, knowing I can go to work and she is happy and cared for. The staff are all so friendly, compassionate and experts in the field of child development. My daughter has learnt so much in her first year there. She is now 22 months old and, I feel, that she has developed so much more than if I didn't work and she were at home with me every day! She comes home each day and has been painting, or doing crafts or cooking - she seems to have learnt a new word, song or action every day. She thrives there.

The facilities are impeccable. The building is secure and warm, there is a safe outside area for the children to play and each room has ample space for all manner of activities.

Thank you to all at Busy Bees for allowing me the peace of mind while I work, knowing that my daughter is safe, cared for and is receiving a terrific and fun educational start in life!

Like any mother dropping their child off at nursery for the first time, I was apprehensive. Three years on and I cannot have hoped for better. Extreme thought goes into every detail - from the layout of the rooms in a beautiful Grade II listed setting to nutritious food prepared fresh on site every day to making each and every child's experience as enjoyable as possible. The wellbeing of each and every child is top of the agenda. The highly trained staff strive to tailor their care to individual needs which encourage the children's full potential. The staff are a credit to the nursery; they communicate well with parents and set an excellent example for the children. It is a credit to them that the children are polite, courteous and considerate towards others. The range of activities offered are thoughtful and creative. The garden could do with being bigger but it is one of the best I have seen in the area; it is well set out and oozes good quality equipment which promotes exploration.

The nursery has always been fantastic. All the carers from the ones you see daily, to the office staff and kitchen staff are incredibly welcoming, friendly and provide a super service to the children. I've had two that started in the baby room, and there have been tears but very short lived and now my girls barely give me a glance back as the skip happily into their rooms. They deserve to acquire the land next to playground to extend their outdoor space, as it is sufficient but, for children; they can easily fill every corner!

All three of my children have attended Busy Bees Haywards Heath over the last seven years which is a testimony to their truly outstanding work. There is a feeling that overwhelms as you enter the nursery, one that I have never felt anywhere else...it's difficult to define because it is everywhere and in everything they do - warmth, kindness , joy , happiness , fun and laughter. Every member of staff goes the extra mile and exudes passion for developing the children in their care! I could not be happier with how my children have been cared for and supported and confidently say that they are growing into the wonderful people they are in part due to the incredible Early Years experiences they had at Busy Bees!

Both my girls love their time at Busy Bees Haywards Heath and baby number 3 is already on the waiting list. The staff are caring and the facilities really good plus the food is cooked on site and my kids love it! It's not surprising they are outstanding

The staff are always friendly and have a good attitude towards the children, which I'm sure goes a long way to nurturing their confidence and self-esteem. If I ever ask anything, they will always remember to follow it up and look into things for me. My son is in the preschool room and looks forward to going to nursery and has made some lovely friendships.