Busy Bees Norwich Airport

Delft Way, off Amsterdam Way, Norwich Airport, Norwich NR6 6DA
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9.7 86 Reviews
  • 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 Kerry B (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff professional and a lovely environment for the children to play. Lots of variety to keep them happy. Clean and a happy place where I can go to work and be relaxed in knowing my child is taken care off.
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Review from Paige B (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, the manager has always gone above and beyond to help can’t thank her and everyone else enough! My children love everyone at the nursery and it's a relief knowing they enjoy going.
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Review from Katie H (Mother of Child) published on 9 May 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I've used Busy Bees at Norwich Airport for both my sons. My youngest, who still attends, enjoys interacting with children of the same age, he has come on loads with his speech, counting and general knowledge. The staff are always willing to help and all the kids all seem to enjoying being around them.
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Review from R A (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I think this nursery is fantastic. My son started in the toddler room and is now in pre-school, I like the nursery very much, to the point I have moved towns and have kept my child in the same nursery. My child is happy, I can see improvements in the learning, socializing and behaviour side. Can't fault
it. Thank you to the team who makes this happen.
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Review from Craig O (Father of Child) published on 25 February 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter attends Busy Bees. She shows enjoyment and a big interest in the nursery, she will often come home from her day there and tells us all what she's been doing.
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Review from Becky M (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attends pre-school three days a week and is always happy to go to nursery and see his friends and the staff. He has been attending for nearly four years now. The staff are caring and professional and supported us recently with a reward system that we have been using at home. The reinforcement
at nursery has really worked, and my son's improved behaviour has continued without the chart.


Using the messy room for morning drop off and breakfast works well, and the bigger room is calm at the end of the day. The new system of feedback is clear and seems to be preparing the children well for next year; there is regular reinforcement of pre-school values, shapes, days of the week, weather, discussions about how the children are feeling each day. My son really enjoys circle time and sharing what he has brought in. At the recent Parents' Evening, my son's key worker had a range of resources and ideas for us to use, which was really helpful. Thank you!

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Review from S T (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Nobody wants to leave their child at a nursery, but certain members of staff at Busy Bees made it possible for me to do so. Now my daughter is older she is getting the support she needs from her keyworker in all aspects, I am so pleased she is there to help her along the way. Thank you.
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Review from Amy B (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been so pleased since moving our children from a different nursery when we moved house. The key workers are all so hardworking and friendly and I love that they have created such a bond with both children in their different rooms. Feedback at the end of the day is so thorough and it really
feels that they have taken note of what each child has been doing. They go the extra mile to remember what is happening in their home life and each child's particular interests such as our eldest's fondness for dresses and princesses! Our youngest took ages to settle in the new environment but the room staff, especially her key worker, were so patient and caring and she now can't wait to get there in the morning. The pre-school room is going through some really positive changes which we are very excited about and just know our daughter is going to love the last few months there before starting school.
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Review from Jen (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We're very pleased with the activities and teachings of our little one since he started, 2 years ago. He's willing to go and seems to enjoy every day. One down point though is sometimes carers are outnumbered by the children which makes it difficult to spread their attention, especially at breakfast
time when most of the children join in.
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Review from Sian F (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great place with lots of space for the kids and loads for them to do. Staff are great and really helpful.
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Review from Mel T (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love the nursery at all times but thought the Santa, present and Xmas party were extra special this year. All the staff are brilliant and really caring and have really supported us and our child through some rough times.
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Review from L O (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been using Busy Bees for 2 years and it goes from strength to strength. The facilities are excellent - particularly the large garden - the staff are amazing. Quality of learning is excellent. Pre-school has 'Chatterboxes' and scrapbooks, which have helped my child come out of his shell, and they're
a fun family activity to do. The chef makes great, varied food - much more than we'd manage at home.


My child has made lots of friendships and is well socialised. My child is quite shy, and I really value the effort and care that the staff take in encouraging him to use his voice and get involved in group activities.

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Review from Carley (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter had been her since she was 9 months old and she has loved every minute of it! The staff are welcoming and offer settling in sessions which are a great way for you to get to know your child's key worker and also to settle those parental nerves!
They make sure (weather depending) that the
children go outside and she is always doing lots of activities!! She's so chatty when I pick her up!!
They are also very accommodating to my daughters allergies.
So really an all round fab nursery! Staff and management are amazing!
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Review from Antonia B (Mother of Child) published on 24 October 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since joining Busy Bees Norwich Airport, my daughter has developed in so many ways. She is growing into a strong and independent, free thinking child and has been able to build stronger relationships around her.
My daughter has had a very happy and positive experience and the staff are very loving
and caring. The nursery and preschool itself is a very bright and fun environment and the staff is supportive not only of your child but also to yourselves as parents.
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Review from Kate K (Mother of Child) published on 23 October 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My little boy attended Busy Bees at Norwich Airport for 4 years and was very happy there. The staff were warm and friendly and the nursery has great facilities, a lovely garden and a fantastic onsite chef. I felt confident that my child was well cared for and had fun-filled day when he was there.
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Review from Donna (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has attended Busy Bees Norwich Airport since he was age one, now nearly four. He has really enjoyed his time there and has always been very happy and has made some lovely friends. It has given him so much confidence when playing with other children which is one of the many reasons we put him
in the nursery so young. The staff are friendly and helpful and I would have no hesitation in recommending the nursery to friends and family.
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Review from Louise B (Mother of Child) published on 12 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
An excellent nursery and pre-school, with colleagues that are supportive of the child's requirements and abilities. with a management team that will listen to any parental concern and take appropriate remedial steps.
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Review from Samantha H (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2 children have been attending the nursery now for 15 months. They both really enjoy attending and look forward to going. I would mainly put this down to the staff, they are all an absolute asset to the place. Both children come home and talk about all the things they have done during the day and
who they have played with, excited to share their experience.


During the last few weeks, I would like to say how the staff have excelled themselves. The nursery is about to finish a refurbishment, which it was needing. It is looking absolutely lovely after it's big, freshen up. There has been lots of work going on to improve the facilities however I need to say the disruption caused by the refurbishment has been absolutely minimal and this is because the staff are so organised and are constantly one step ahead.


I would highly recommend the nursery and the facilities it has to offer, I feel at ease going to work knowing my little ones are cared for so well.


From a very happy mummy :)

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Review from Natasha B (Mother of Child) published on 6 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have both my 3.5-year-old and 1 year older at this nursery.
My oldest has been there since he was 1 and although it was hard putting children in a nursery, I couldn't be happier and would not change it now if I had to. My son loves being there and at just 3.5 is very grown up, was potty trained
just over 2, speaks very well for his age, has learnt new things every week including the alphabet at the moment.
The home cooked food is lovely, he regularly has extra helpings and he enjoys the garden playtime and has made some great friends.
My youngest has just started but is getting on well there and has very quickly settled in.
Both my children have allergies which the nursery have been very helpful with and are very flexible around them.
Would definitely recommend the nursery and very friendly helpful staff.
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Review from Julie C (Grandmother of Child) published on 6 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly likely to recommend. My Grandaughter loves the Nursery, all staff are very informative, kind, and time is taken out of their day for fantastic feedback of all food, nappies, sleep, bottles. VERY happy little girl at this Nursery. The new refurbishment is looking fantastic.
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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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