Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James

The Rundles, 100 Bridge Street, Deeping St James, Peterborough PE6 8EH
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  • Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James, Peterborough
Situated in the heart of Market Deeping, Busy Bees at Deeping St. James is housed within a charming Grade II cottage, fostering a nurturing environment to provide a home away from home.

Every day at Busy Bees presents an adventure waiting to unfold. The nursery offers a wide array of activities, both indoors and outdoors, designed to keep each child engaged and enthusiastic throughout their educational journey. From imaginative play areas to the expansive outdoor garden, there is so much for all the children to enjoy.

Parents can rest assured that their child's well-being and development takes priority at the nursery. The dedicated team of highly trained staff are committed to delivering top-tier care and education. Additionally, an experienced SENCO is part of the team, ensuring children of all abilities receive the support they need, promoting inclusivity and progress.

The nursery also features an in-house chef who prepares nutritious meals adhering to NHS accreditation guidelines, ensuring that children receive the well-rounded nutrition essential for their growth and development. What's more, these meals are included in the fees, and the nursery boasts a 5-star food hygiene rating.

With so much to appreciate and admire at Busy Bees at Deeping St. James, parents can take comfort in knowing they've found a nurturing haven for their child.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 50

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Effective from April 2025
    Start End 0-2 Year olds 2-3 Year olds 3-5 Year olds
    Full Week
    Monday to Friday 8:00 AM 6:00 PM £338.50 £338.50 £315.00
    Full Day 8:00 AM 6:00 PM £77.50 £77.50 £72.50
    Morning 8:00 AM 1:00 PM £47.50 £47.50 £46.50
    Afternoon 1:00 PM 6:00 PM £46.50 £46.50 £45.50


    Effective from April 2025
    9 Months to 2 Year Old Stretched Funding
    Start End
    Full Week - 15-hours
    stretched
    Monday to Friday
    8:00 AM 6:00 PM £268.40*
    Full Day with 3.8
    funded hours 8:00 AM 6:00 PM £50.41
    Full Day with
    7.6 funded hours 8:00 AM 6:00 PM £23.32
    Morning 8:00 AM 1:00 PM 3.80 £13.76
    Afternoon 1:00 PM 6:00 PM 3.80 £13.52


    Effective from April 2025
    3 Years + Stretched Funding
    Start End
    Full Week - 15-hours
    stretched
    Monday to Friday
    8:00 AM 6:00 PM 11.40 38.60 £250.25*
    Full Week - 30-hours
    stretched
    Monday to Friday
    8:00 AM 6:00 PM 22.80 27.20 £185.50*
    Full Day with 3.8
    funded hours 8:00 AM 6:00 PM 3.80 £47.31
    Full Day with 7.6
    funded hours 8:00 AM 6:00 PM 7.60 £22.12
    Morning 8:00 AM 1:00 PM 3.80 £13.52
    Afternoon 1:00 PM 6:00 PM 3.80 £13.28

  • Subject to change yearly

Opening 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

Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James Reviews (103)

9.8

Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.827) out of 10, based on 53 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James has 103 reviews.

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Review from RO (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter feels safe with the staff. She doesn't go to new people that easily but has really come out of her shell being here.
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Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love Treetops Caterpillar Nursery. They have been awesome in building my son's confidence.
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Review from Patrick L (Father of Child) published on 14 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended this nursery and I have never had a problem with the staff or facilities there and most importantly, my children are happy while they are there.
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Review from L D (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Treetops Caterpillar Nursery for the past 19months, as a family we love the place. My son doesn't want to come home most days especially if I pick him up whilst playing in the garden. The staff are extremely friendly and do an amazing job in looking after my son and educating him
whilst myself and my husband work.
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Review from Gemma R (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love the staff at Caterpillars, they have always been so warm and welcoming. Supported my baby start in Bear Cubs, she is now in Hippos.
Never had a problem, they even took on the challenge of re-usable nappies. Love the little extras they do eg. birthday cards for family members. Always listen and
give support on thing I ask abut.
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Review from Darren (Father of Child) published on 5 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent.
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Review from Kate B (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly like dropping my boys off with my friends/family. Staff got to know me really quickly and are so helpful, chatty, friendly and are more than willing to talk to you about your little one. Staff always seem to be happy and enjoying themselves so the little ones do too. Outside space could
do with a bit of a refresh.
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Review from Michael C (Father of Child) published on 5 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent, all staff are very friendly and approachable.
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Review from Andrea S (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I could not be happier with the care both my daughters have gotten, they have loved every moment. The team really take their time to get to know each and every child. I have always felt safe and confident leaving my children.
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Review from Caterpillar (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been with Treetops Caterpillar Nursery now for over a year and he is becoming a very confident, social little boy. The activities the carers offer the children are varied and fun and I can see my son enjoys being here and taking part. My only negative would be to highlight the sudden turnover
in staff which I feel detracts from the positive aspects of the nursery as children don't get to form a bond with their carer.
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Review from Helen M (Mother of Child) published on 5 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Treetops Caterpillar Nursery for nearly two years. The staff are always welcoming and friendly. I feel well informed when she is ill or when an accident has happened. I would welcome more vegetable based meals. In the main, I am happy with the care my daughter receives.
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Review from Jess L (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Treetops Caterpillar Nursery (Deeping St James) since she was 10 months old and has thrived under their care. She recently turned two and has moved to the "Hippo" room where she is really enjoying the freedom to choose her activities - indoor/outdoor and she is growing more confident
every day. I have always found the staff to be very approachable, friendly and genuinely interested in each of their little changes. A wonderful nursery which I would highly recommend to friends and family.
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Review from Susan C (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Other than my close family, Treetops Caterpillar Nursery (Deeping St James) is the only place and people I trust to give my son the best care available. When I collect my son each day, I look forward to reading the full detailed review of his day. Even though he has only been attending for one month
so far, I have seen a huge development in his social skills which is purely down to his care workers at Treetops Caterpillar Nursery (Deeping St James). Every day he comes home with a huge smile and I can't wait for the time when he starts talking to tell me about his exciting day.
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Review from T B (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We find the staff at the nursery are amazing always happy and full of energy. They are always happy to discuss any concerns you may have regarding your child's behaviour learning etc. They also help with advice and suggestions on any issues. We feel relaxed leaving our children in their care and feel
it is the best choice we have made for them and their development has shown this.
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Review from Sandie H (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending this nursery for 6 months now and has never shed a tear about going or being left there. He loves it and although he only attends 2 mornings each week at the moment it still leaves a big impression on him as he often talks about the staff to other children during the week,
we are extremely happy with the care he receives and having changed nurseries previously we are so pleased we made the move to Treetops Caterpillar Nursery.
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Review from Cloe L (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love sending my child to Treetops Caterpillar Nursery I have every confidence he is in the best care possible. He always comes home happy and the staff are approachable and always happy to help :)
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Review from Karen W (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves coming to nursery. The staff are amazing, always there for advice and helpfulness. She has so much fun and has settled so quickly.
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Review from Ian T (Father of Child) published on 23 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As always the team in Treetops Caterpillar Nursery have been very engaging. My daughter loves coming to nursery. She has lots but a few staff stand out. A big thank you to all. Great team :)
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Review from Charlotte (Mother of Child) published on 23 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am overjoyed with my choice of nursery and so impressed with the dedication of staff and the wonderful environment. My daughter loves going to nursery and gets so much out of her day. The team at Treetops Caterpillar Nursery are friendly and welcoming and provide an amazing, educational experience
all through play and fun.
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Review from Rachel F (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2-year-old has been potty training for 3 weeks now and the staff at Treetops Caterpillar Nursery have been amazing. He is now dry at home and nursery and all the staff fully engaged with what we were doing at home.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.827)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.827) out of 10 for Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 53 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 53 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 4.827 for Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James is calculated as follows: ( (531 Excellents x 5) + (98 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 635 Ratings = 4.827
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Treetops Caterpillar Deeping St James is based on 53 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 50 number of registered child places is 10, which has been reached with 53 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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Meet the Team (2)

Jodie

Jodie Phythian

Job Title: Assistant Centre Director Joined: 2013

Hi, I'm Jodie I have worked at Busy Bees for over 10 years. I like spending time with my daughter, husband and our dog Lola. As a family we like to go on holidays and going on different adventures.

Claire

Claire Miller

Job Title: Chef

Hi, I am Claire I am the nursery chef cooking the delicious food for the nursery children, I cater for children with allergies and dietary requirements.
I like spending time with my family.

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