Busy Bees Norwich Airport

Delft Way, off Amsterdam Way, Norwich Airport, Norwich NR6 6DA
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  • Busy Bees Norwich Airport, Norwich
Busy Bees Norwich Airport is tailored towards the challenges of early years learning; a homely and well-equipped interior supporting an extensive range of play activities, creativity and key skills such as numeracy, literacy and communication. Staff are fully-qualified to help children develop within a pleasant, secure and healthy atmosphere.

Looking to involve parents as much as possible in their child’s development, the service holds parents’ evenings throughout the year and each child has their own key person who is able to discuss progress. Fun days, summer fetes and fundraising activities are also popular.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sarah Kendall (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 29

Total Places for Children

  • 112

Age Range

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

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

Busy Bees Norwich Airport Reviews (86)

9.7

Busy Bees Norwich Airport has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.678) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Norwich Airport has 86 reviews.

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Review from Lucy d (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest son has been attending the nursery for two years and has just moved into the preschool room. The change of routine has been a bit daunting for him, but I cannot fault the staff. They have been both caring and patient with him and I know he settles quickly after waving me off, he loves all
the activities that they do and comes away excitedly telling us what he has done for the day, who he’s spent the day with and normally gives a rundown of what he’s eaten that day. I can’t thank the staff enough as I feel they’re a big part of why he’s becoming the little independent boy he is. With how pleased we've been with our eldest attending, it was a no-brainer in sending our youngest son to them as well, he has recently started in the baby room and has settled quickly with them. The staff again have been so caring and attentive, you can see that they want to see all the children thrive and help guide them along the way. I would highly recommend the setting to other parents.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
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's the best start in life with us.
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Review from D G (Father of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Busy Bees since June 2022 and her development in this time is amazing. My wife and I have always felt that she is in good hands on the days she attends, even when she isn't feeling herself. The staff are always welcoming to us and our daughter and always give good feedback at
the end of the day. My daughter has a few food intolerances but this is never an issue as special meals are catered for and she always eats more at nursery than she does at home. Perhaps that's more of a reflection on my cooking.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
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…read more
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Review from Jodie W (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has attended Busy Bees since June, and they have grown in confidence so much in such a short time. They now go running in with big smiles on their face, eager to start the day. Seeing this reaction is all the evidence I need that the nursery is five stars.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
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. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have nothing but praise for this wonderful nursery! Our son started with them in September and he has absolutely loved going since day one! At the end of each day he excitedly tells us about what he's been up to - dancing, singing, yoga, water play, building blocks - there's so much they get the children
involved with, it's so varied and really fun and engaging. He also loves the food and we get an enthusiastic rundown of the day's menu! We feel very confident leaving him in the care of all the staff at Busy Bees - they are very caring, patient and attentive and our son always comes home happy! Highly recommend.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
Hello, Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a wonderful experience at our Norwich Airport nursery. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Review from Malin H (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at Busy Bees at Norwich airport for almost two years now and we can't fault them. Every morning we arrive, we are greeted by the management team, with lovely smells coming from the kitchen, preparing the day's food. There are clear and calm routines every morning and my son feels both
cared for and safe with the staff when he waves goodbye. During the day, we get updates on an app with how much he ate and often pictures of what he has been up to. They have a lot of space indoors and a garden area that has been recently re-done. The resources available are brilliant as well. At pickup, we get an update about what he did that day and because I have often seen pictures of what he has been doing - we can have a nice chat about it on the way home.
We have had experience with quite a few other childcare settings as we have an older child as well and Busy Bees is by far, the best.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
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. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Review from Rebecca N (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has always been happy at this nursery and the staff are great about personalising her needs relating to both home life routines and her learning and development.
Also, they do get them outside and do messy play inside lots which we love.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
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 Norwich Airport. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Review from Scarlett N (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son thoroughly enjoys his time at nursery and will I not be looking to change until he moves up to full-time school. All the staff are so friendly and welcoming and my son has come on leaps and bounds. He is naturally a very shy boy, but is always very happy to go and loves all his teachers! He has
gained a fantastic amount of confidence, so lovely to see!
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
Hello, Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Norwich Airport nursery. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Review from William S (Father of Child) published on 22 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery! Our little girl has been going to Busy Bees for 14 months and you can tell from the smile on her face when she arrives that she enjoys her time there. All the staff are lovely and welcoming and she will be there until she starts school. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a friendly,
caring nursery that actively works on child development on a daily basis.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
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. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Review from H E (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience with Busy Bees Norwich Airport has been nothing but positive, extremely friendly staff who keep you informed throughout the day on how your child is getting on, they are all very approachable and I feel more than comfortable asking them any question or query I have. My little girl loves
going to Busy Nees nursery each week and I know that she is receiving the best care. Every week is full of different activities and sensory play, the food is excellent and I am so glad my daughter is a part of the nursery.
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Review from G S (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter enrolled in the nursery at nine months old because I needed to return to work. To say I was nervous was an understatement, but she has loved it from day one. The staff are lovely and have got to know everything about her. She’s now 13 months old and loves her time there, even smacks her
lips when we pull up in the car park, because she knows she gets breakfast as soon as she goes in. As soon as she sees her key worker or the general manager, her smile is so big. You cannot put a price on the feeling that your child is safe and happy. Thank you to all the team, we will be forever grateful!
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Review from Beth S (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot praise the nursery enough, my baby loves it here. I was so nervous to leave her for the first few times, but she has thrived here, thanks to the wonderful staff and the environment they have created. They truly care for each child and I'd recommend them to anyone. Our daughter leaps out of
our arms every day, when she is greeted at the door!
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Review from Elizabeth S (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic centre with a committed team. So grateful for all of their support during such a challenging time. Both of our children have attended the nursery and have loved going. We couldn't be happier.
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Review from Robyn F (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started at the nursery in May 2021 as he turned 2. He had previously been with a childminder but the difference in his learning and care was phenomenal. Instantly I felt far more relaxed about leaving him and even left him longer than I needed to because he never wants to leave. The online
learning journal is fantastic and I can keep up to date with his day. When I collect we are given feedback and it’s always personal; I really feel the staff know my son and value him as an individual. Cannot recommend the nursery enough.
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Review from E G (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Busy Bees at Norwich Airport since just after the first lockdown ended and I couldn't be happier with them - he enjoys going to nursery (mostly), has fostered a few friendships with his peers, his speech and language is excellent and their communication has always been wonderful.
They were great at supporting him through potty training and helping him achieve other milestones too. This is compounded by hearing the experience of others at other nurseries, who haven't had the same positive experience as us.
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Review from Michelle D (Grandmother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
May I say what a lovely nursery this has been to build my grandsons confidence and ability to learn and grow in the preschool years before starting school in September. The staff have always been very obliging and supportive to both us and our grandson's needs wherever possible. Highly recommend this
nursery as a fabulous stepping stone to learning and educating your child prior to school and sowing the seeds to learning. The food has been good encouraging them to try different foods. The communication is excellent and all the staff are friendly and approachable.
Reply from Lindsey Doughty, Marketing Manager at Busy Bees Norwich Airport
We are thrilled to hear your comments. We are really pleased to hear about your positive experience at nursery and very much appreciate having you and your family as part of the Busy Bees family. Your…read more
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Review from Kelly P (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could not be happier with the service we have had from Busy Bees. Our twin boys started at 10 months old in 2017 and loved the staff. We sadly lost one of our sons in 2019 to SIDS, Busy Bees provided us and our other son with unmeasurable support and our son remains at Busy Bees until he starts school
in 2021. They have been key to his development and the survival of our loss as a family. Thank you all. xxx
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Review from Rebecca D (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A brilliant nursery that really cares so much for the childrens' happiness and welfare. My little one loves it here and enjoys her time so much, they do so many different activities with them to make each day different. They have always made us both feel safe and welcome, no matter what is happening.
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Review from Elizabeth D (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff have always been really helpful and are brilliant with my son, who really enjoys himself when he is there. Fantastic food menu which he loves. He is at a crucial part of his social development and being able to socialise in a safe and clean environment with the world in a pandemic, I feel, has
been really beneficial for him. It's a shame he can't be there more than one day a week. I really love how I can have the parents app on my phone and we can see how our son's day is going and keep an eye on his development.
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Review from Anita (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can highly recommend Busy Bees Norwich Airport. The team are fantastic and the learning environment is so good. Our son started in August when he was 12 months old and he loved it right from the beginning. The staff are so positive, helpful and nurturing. The resources and spaces are fantastic, and
the menus always sound amazing. He loves all the staff and can't wait to see them every morning. We were nervous about the Covid situation but the team have always reassured us and kept us informed so we feel like we have a good insight into his world each day. In a time of social distancing, I am so grateful to Busy Bees for providing much-needed normality and fun for our little boy. Not an easy task in the current world we find ourselves in. Thank you, Busy Bees.
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Review from Roshan (Father of Child) published on 15 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
An amazing nursery which not only takes a very good care of children but provides a fantastic foundation for their early age. This is certainly beneficial when the children go to school. Personally, we have found all staff to be excellent and they only have one thing in their mind - welfare of children.
A friendly, safe, educational, supportive and futuristic nursery which has everything children and the parents need. A highly recommended place to accelerate your children’s learning and development.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.678)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.678) out of 10 for Busy Bees Norwich Airport is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 16 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 4.964 for Busy Bees Norwich Airport is calculated as follows: ( (185 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 192 Ratings = 4.964
  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 4.714 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Norwich Airport is based on 16 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 112 number of registered child places is 22.4. 16 Positive Reviews ÷ 22.4 = 0.714
  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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Sarah

Sarah Kendall

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2005

Hello, my name is Sarah and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Norwich Airport.


I have a BA Hons in Childhood Studies and have been in this childcare setting for 15 years in various roles. Due to my vast experience in childcare, I am able to ensure our team provide the best care and education for the children here at our nursery at Norwich Airport.  We pride ourselves on our home from home environment, child-led learning, and core values. 


We look forward to welcoming you and showing you around our beautiful nursery in Norwich. 

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