Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton

Hargate Way, Hampton Hargate, Peterborough PE7 8BZ
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9.1 43 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton, Peterborough
Since being one of the first buildings to be built in Hampton Hargate, Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton has garnered a great reputation for offering reliable and welcoming childcare for families in the local community.

Throughout the fantastic nursery there are 5 spacious rooms set across 2 floors which are filled with fun, age-appropriate learning activities. The nursery also offers an inviting, welcoming, and exciting outdoor space and the garden has ample learning opportunities for children to develop their self-esteem, confidence, as well as a love of the outdoors.

The highly qualified and experienced team are committed to supporting all children to reach their full potential. With endless learning opportunities, the enthusiastic team organise and prepare activities in line with the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) curriculum so that your child can learn whilst having fun.

The nursery works closely with local schools, making sure your child is ready to make the next steps in their educational journey.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Alexandria Askew (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 98

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, Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day

Parking

  • The nursery has an on-site car park with additional spaces available in the nearby public car park.

Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton Reviews (43)

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Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton has a Review Score of 9.1 (9.146) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton has 43 reviews.

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Review from R F (Mother of Child) published on 29 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We were absolutely satisfied with Busy Bees, they were super helpful with getting rid of nappies, settling into new rooms and every challenge our child had to tackle. We love the nursery soo much, our second child will go there as well!
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Review from A R (Father of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy has absolutely thrived at Busy Bees in Hampton and we couldn't be happier with the experience. We have seen wonderful growth in his confidence, social skills and communication whilst attending. The staff have always been so great with not only him but the parents too, excellent communication
and supporting apps to track his days and development milestones. We are grateful to everyone at the nursery for such a great experience.
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Review from Silver \ (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 girls at busy bees and I cannot explain in words how good the team is. My first girl couldn't speak at 2 yrs and this is when she joined busy beed. She has had so much improvement and her confidence has sky-rocketed.
My second join at 9 months and there is such a clear growth from how she
feeds, sings sing-along, she now walks and has a few words already.
I highly recommend Busy bees.
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Review from Brett A (Father of Child) published on 20 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended this nursery since October 2024 when she started at only 4 months old. With a lot of apprehension leaving her at such a young age, all the staff and management were extremely reassuring and caring not only of my daughter by also myself and my partner as parents. My daughter
is now 14 months old and and she has met so many milestones within the nursery, sitting alone, rolling, crawling, walking, babbling and even began her weaning journey with them too. I cannot fault the staff for how they have cared for our daughter and supported her learning and development we will forever be grateful for all they have done and continue doing for her.
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Review from Angelina S (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has absolutely thrived at this nursery. From the very beginning, the staff have shown her so much care and attention, and it's clear how much they genuinly enjoy being with the children. She settled in quickly and always looks forward to her days there
She is advancing quickly in her confidence,
speech and social skills, and it is lovely to hear about all the things she is learning and enjoying.
We are so grateful for the nurturing and supportive environment they have created.
It's a special place and we couldn't be happier with how well she has done
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Review from R K (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wow just wow.
I have 3 children in Busy Bees Hampton and I cannot express enough how hardworking and dedicated each and every staff member is to every child's development. They are all so happy, friendly and approachable and my children adore it here.
I personally wouldn't put my children anywhere
else, having previously used other nurseries in the area I can tell you non compare to the care we receive here.
I highly recommend this nursery if you are looking to put your child/children in a setting who truly puts the needs of your child first
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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 21 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter started Busy Bees in April and settled extremely quickly with care and support from the staff. She loves attending nursery and clearly has a wonderful time every day and is always happily playing when we collect her. She is well cared for and has had good support in settling in, getting
used to routines and toilet training. Her favourite thing is food(!) and she is provided with a large variety of healthy foods each day including lunch options she wouldn't otherwise get to try. Staff are lovely and welcoming, office staff all greet her by name and are friendly and warm to all families. Going to nursery has helped to build independence and confidence, our daughter is comfortable at nursery and has the same happy personality at nursery the same as she does at home. Staff are also very attentive and supportive of families and easy to talk to should you have any concerns. We are very happy with our choice of nursery.
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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
The staff try hard but the 'pre-school' offering is poor. The business is very 'profit before children' focused and this shows.
Having had my children there since 2019 it's clear the management levels and quality have declined and the children have suffered for it.
My children were safe but development
and enrichment were virtually non-existent.
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Review from C L (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The Hampton, Peterborough is excellent, the staff and my son's key workers are great. It's lovely to see from the app photos of what my son has been doing during the day. He always seems to enjoy the good selection of food and the staff are always here to help us with individual needs. Would highly
recommend.
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Review from Javier O (Father of Child) published on 2 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I enrolled my two children at The Hampton Day Nursery since July 2024. The oldest just transferred to primary school. During her time at the nursery she always seemed happy when we picked her up and talked about the friends she made. The youngest one smiles when he enters his room as he is welcome by
the teachers and already made new friends. Overall, the staff are very supportive with our requests and takes action immediately. My partner and I are very happy with the progress our children have made.
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Review from B Y (Mother of Child) published on 1 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery have been so supportive to my child and to myself this academic year. Very understanding and helpful. When there has been an issue the problem has been taken seriously, investigated and dealt with within 24 hours. Honest and trustworthy staff. The support I have received personally has been
above and beyond. I can not thank the nursery enough. The setting is well-equipped, clean and tidy. The staff for the rooms are fantastic with the kids. Lots of fun and engaging activities appropriate to the stages of the development of every child. In September 2024 my child will be starting their final year at this nursery, before starting reception. They are in the best setting to prepare for the move into primary education.
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Review from Dean G (Father of Child) published on 19 June 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children at Busy Bees The Hampton Day Nursery, they both love it. They talk about the staff as if they are their friends. The menu varies every day with some amazing choices that you wouldn't expect from a nursery or school. They have both learned an incredible amount from the practical and
playful activities led by the staff and it's really put them in a great position when they move up to primary school.
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Review from Caroline B (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to take the opportunity to thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking care of my daughter over the last 3 and a half years. She has grown into a wonderful little girl, full of confidence, self-assurance, and happiness, and Busy Bees have played a massive part in that. Her academic
skills that she has learnt particularly in the last year are unbelievable and I couldn’t be more confident and proud of her to be so ready for school. Her social skills and friendships she has made within the nursery have been a very special part of her journey also.

I would like to thank some of your superstar members of staff who have all done an outstanding job in nurturing, reaching and developing my daughter over the years, and most importantly making a little girl have a big smile on her face every single day whilst in their care.
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Review from Katharyn T (Mother of Child) published on 16 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff for their dedication and hard work in providing a safe and nurturing environment for The Boys. We feel they have thrived at Nursery and are very proud of them. The Nursery has provided a fantastic foundation for the Boys starting school.
Please pass on our gratitude to them all.


It was a lovely graduation last night and a great celebration of what the children and staff have achieved. Once again thank you to the staff that organised it and participated.


With grateful thanks, kind regards.

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Review from Nicky S (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending since she was four months old and adores her key worker who is a credit to the nursery. When some members of staff are in the baby room I feel completely at ease with them meeting the day to day care of my baby. My daughter's key worker listens to any concerns/suggestions
about my daughter's milestones and has always encouraged and helped her reach them, she treats my daughter like her own. Any worry I may have ever had instantly leaves me when my daughter see's the team.
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Review from Chris S (Father of Child) published on 26 June 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have had an extremely positive experience ay Busy Bees switching our daughter from another nursery to Busy Bees for her final year running up to starting 'big school'. They have made us all feel very welcome and comfortable, being professional, friendly and understanding staff. We would definitely
recommend to anyone in need of childcare. Great place, professionally run and generally cannot fault the level of care they've given and continue to give our children.
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Review from Louise LR (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little man has been at this nursery for 5 months now, and he’s developed into a very social happy little person. The staff is amazing and caring and full of joy. They are very competent and give me complete peace of mind when I leave my son to them for the day. I pick him up a very happy baby.
They
adapt to each child and encourage development at the child’s own pace.
I cannot recommend this nursery enough.
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Review from Chituru I (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter who is now in reception really enjoyed her time there. The pre-school prepared her thoroughly for school and she built some great friendships with both staff and children. The staff were quite personal with her and she really loved them. Playful enough to communicate with her yet firm enough
to teach her. My son who is currently in the pre-toddlers class loves it. He is there full time and I have no reservations whatsoever. Whenever I have concerns I speak to the responsible staff and it is resolved quickly. The management staff are very approachable and ready to support. Sometime last week there was a traffic jam that caused hours of delay. A lot of children had to stay beyond the closing hours and I was impressed with the way the nursery handled the situation. My son was well taken care of, given more food, etc and didn't feel the additional time at all! The staff were flexible and stayed beyond their normal hours with smiles on their faces! They are a fantastic bunch!
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Review from William (Father of Child) published on 14 June 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going here for several months. At first, he was relatively introvert (nothing wrong with that) and he is also an only child.
Since he has been at Busy Bees, he has had excellent attention from staff and interacts well with other children.
You know when your child is happy? When he
puts his comfort towel and dummy to one side, before running into the nursery room, happy to see the people there.
He has been developed really well. He is there full time, which equates to almost half of his waking week and we (my wife and I) feel comfortable with each person who takes care of him. Excellent, healthy food. Nappy changes. Observations. Friendly and warm staff from the floor and into the management office.
As parents, we also feel welcome there in a genuine capacity.


Only very recently, we encountered atrocious traffic jams around the Peterborough area and the nursery was kept open for him later than normal. Our son was well looked after. Outstanding support.

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Review from Roxana I (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are very friendly, my daughter improved her English very well in a very short time. Very good management.
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Current Review Score: 9.1 (9.146)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.1 (9.146) out of 10 for Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 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 4.636 for Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton is calculated as follows: ( (100 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (6 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) + (2 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.636
  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 4.51 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton 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 98 number of registered child places is 19.6. 10 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.6 = 0.51
  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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Alexandria

Alexandria Askew

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2021

Hi, my name is Alex and I have worked with Busy Bees since November 2021. I originally started working in Childcare as an apprentice and worked my way from Level 2 to then gaining my Level 3 qualification. I joined the Busy Bees team as the ACD here at Peterborough, and since then I have achieved a lot within the company, I was given the opportunity to take on the Centre Director Designate role being able to support a variety of different centres to achieve the highest standards of care and education, this has given me a wide range of tools and experiences to use moving forward. I have recently returned to the Peterborough Nursery to take on the Centre Director Role and this time, with my beautiful Baby Girl. Since having my Daughter I have found myself embarking on the same journey as all new parents do and have seen the visible importance of their nursery journey as well as all the important milestones to be achieved during their Early Years. I see myself to be a very hands-on leader and enjoy coaching and guiding the staff team to join me with ongoing enthusiasm and love for their roles. As a result, I will be making it my ultimate goal to ensure that all children within our nursery are receiving the best quality of care and education throughout their journey here at Busy Bees allowing them to have the Best Start in Life.

Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton accepts?

Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton Open?

Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton is open: 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.

How many Children does Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton have capacity for?

Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton has capacity for a total of 98 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Peterborough Hampton to the centre of Peterborough?

2.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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