Busy Bees Salisbury

London Road, Salisbury SP1 3YU
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8.7 80 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Salisbury, Salisbury
Busy Bees Salisbury offers spacious and age-specific playrooms, as well as a large secure outdoor area, having been purpose-built to allow for secure childcare and to enable learning potential to flourish.

The team have many years of experience and take pride in their community reputation, allowing parents to manage their childcare needs while offering easy access to regular feedback on developments.

Learning initiatives include a focus on independent thinking, singing and dance sessions, music, cooking and gardening, alongside methods to suit all key EYFS goals.

On Mondays and Fridays between 10-11am and 2-3pm the nursery has Stay and Play sessions. These are a great opportunity to meet the team and for you and your child to spend some time in the nursery getting to know staff and being able to see the fantastic opportunities they offer the children here at the nursery. Please come along and join in the fun!
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Linda Sawyer (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 33

Total Places for Children

  • 93

Age Range

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

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Busy Bees Salisbury Reviews (80)

8.7

Busy Bees Salisbury has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.687) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Salisbury has 80 reviews.

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Review from Paige C (Mother of Child) published on 16 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My one year old loves coming here and gets all excited when we pull up in the car. The staff are all fantastic and have really helped with my little boys development. We joined in the middle of the pandemic and the team have been fantastic at keeping parents informed of any cases or new rules within
the nursery. I have nothing but praise and thanks to all the staff for taking care of my little man.
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Review from Hannah B (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves going to Busy Bees. All of the staff are extremely welcoming and go above and beyond to make sure he is cared for. He always comes home and shares his experiences and speaks about the other children and staff. This is extremely reassuring, as I know he has had a lovely day. Would highly
recommend.
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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter came to this nursery since she was a baby and I highly recommend all rooms and staff. Everyone was so friendly and happy, even in such a hard time the country was going through. I cannot fault anything. Thank you so much for everything you have done!
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Review from Corinne L (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank all the staff at Busy Bees in Salisbury enough for the care they have provided my son with. He has been there now for almost 4 years and will be leaving this September for school. It will be so sad to have to say goodbye. The staff are kind, patient, friendly and knowledgeable and my
son does not stop talking about how much he enjoys his time there, especially playing out in the garden area.
I always found it hard to go off to work and say goodbye to my little boy, but knowing he is in safe hands and has so much fun makes it easier. He has learnt so much during his time here and the staff have been a big part of his life. I will always be grateful to everyone at Busy Bees for the excellent job that they do and would highly recommend them to any parent looking for childcare.
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Review from Gayle G (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
One of the best nurseries there is. All the staff are friendly and welcoming, my son loves nursery. The staff are supportive and helpful. I would recommend to anyone who has kid. I will be sending my second child there too.
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Review from Lydia D (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughters have been part of this nursery for the past 5 years. Both girls have benefitted from the professional setting and friendly staff. They are there for guidance and reassurance and our complete faith and trust are with them all. Our girls have so much fun and feel safe and secure.
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Review from Silvis W (Mother of Child) published on 12 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees has always been a fantastic nursery. My eldest son attended the nursery 7-years go and really loved it there. The classes and the garden have all sorts of toys, never a dull day for the kids. The staff are so lovely with the children, and that is why I couldn’t take my youngest son anywhere
else apart from Busy Bees.
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Review from Lauren L (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves his time spent at Busy Bees. Since choosing Busy Bees as my son's nursery setting in September 2019, we both have been fully supported. My son has come on loads and I’m left with no stress or worry as I know he’s completely content there.
The admin based staff member is so
quick and reassuring with any queries that needed answering.
My son's now in preschool and is enjoying more of the learning tasks now getting him ready for school. All the team are kind, understanding and reassuring with anything. They not only give your child a great, safe and fun setting, they are also supportive of the parents.
My only small constructive criticism would be seeing more of what my child does during the times stayed. I’m content with the face to face update upon collection and my son is also keen on telling me. But perhaps a weekly journal to read and photos. Just a visible timeline of his time spent within the setting.
I always recommend Busy Bees London road.
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Review from Lindsey G (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves coming into nursery every morning. He always happy when I collect him and loves to tell me about his day and all the exciting things he has done.
All of the staff are kind and welcoming to both myself and my son.
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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 8 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy loves attending Busy Bees. The people who work there are very caring and always put the needs of the children first.
They have great resources and space, both indoors and outdoors.
My son will go to school next September and I feel already that they are preparing him for that with
activities such as mark making and counting.
He has made good friendships at Busy Bees both with children and staff.
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Review from Natalie (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees in Salisbury is a breath of fresh air! Firstly, the rooms are clean and functional, with age-appropriate toys and plenty of different experiences to encourage different areas of development. The garden space is beautiful and practical (my daughter is always asking to play outside!). The staff
are knowledgeable and caring. They communicate well with me and are happy to trial different things to support my daughter.
Couldn’t recommend enough!
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Review from Elizabeth S (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. Highly recommended.


Our daughter started attending nursery when she was 5months old and although I was worried (being a first-time mum and leaving her so young) she thrived in their care.


I thought I would feel sad but I actually felt happy leaving her with them every time that

I dropped her off.


She is now 8 months old, crawling and experimenting with her voice and toys. She shares with other children and is very confident.


All of the staff are lovely and warm, but a special mention has to go to our baby’s keyworker. Our daughter beamed every time she saw her, which spoke volumes to us.


We are devastated to have to leave Busy Bees in Salisbury (we are relocating). We are worried we won’t find another nursery quite as good!

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Review from Becky F (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery staff are very friendly and professional, my daughter has settled in perfectly and enjoys going to nursery every week.
I am fully updated on her developmental process and her activities throughout the day. The main reason for my choosing this nursery is that the outside facilities are
amazing and there is a high level of security within the building.
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Review from Pete H (Father of Child) published on 26 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started nursery in autumn 2018, we visited a number of nurseries before we finally decided on Busy Bees.
From the outset, we felt welcomed and felt a really warm caring vibe coming from every member of staff we met. The rooms and outside play space are well equipped with plenty of room to
explore. Our son has been coming to Busy Bees for 5 months and really enjoys it and has a great time. We get briefed at the end of each day, so we know what he has been up to. We also find the live monitoring system fantastic as we can see his activities throughout the day.
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Review from Carmel W (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started in the toddler room in September 2018 and has come on so much since starting. When he started he barely said any words and would communicate with us by pointing or dragging us places. He will now talk to us and tell us what he wants.
Everyday I pick him up and the staff give me a good
run down of what he has done in the day. I've never had an experience that I've disliked at this nursery.
It really is a solid outstanding nursery. 5* all round.
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Review from Sam W (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are so professional but friendly. It is a real family and I know my daughter is loved and cared for but is having the most amazing start to her little life so far.
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Review from Sharlene L (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees have been part of my family for over six years. I say family because the team have looked after both my children like a member of my family would. The staff are very welcoming and loving towards the children and work with you closely to address any concerns immediately. The menu is fabulous,
the garden is perfect for exploring and I really couldn’t ask for any more.
My first child left preschool fully prepared and ready to start school. My youngest is leaving next year to start school and it will be sad to say goodbye to such a wonderful team.
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Review from Elise D (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Busy Bees from a baby until she left to start primary school. Throughout every stage of her growing and each room she went into as she got older, the nursery and staff were fantastic. The activities are always varied and exciting for the children, including the great outside space.
Another key part was that the food provided was always nutritious, varied and often for my daughter - this largely contributed to her not being fussy! Most importantly the staff are absolutely great, my daughter built up a sweet bond with many of them and they genuinely care for my child which is so lovely. Highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Raiiti L (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m very happy with this nursery. They are doing an amazing job in caring for my 9month old daughter and in informing me of anything that she does or is happening with her at the nursery. She is enjoying the nursery and has settled in so quickly. I feel safe and confident taking my daughter to Busy
Bees nursery.
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Review from Rosie E (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is nearly three and has been full time at Busy Bees since she was eight months old.
The manager and her team are amazing with the children. They are cared for as if they were their own in a lovely friendly, clean and safe environment.
My daughter has learned so much during her time there.
I am so very appreciative of their contribution to the way she has grown up and developed onto a kind and loving person.
Most importantly my daughter is happy there. She has made some lovely friends and names many of the key workers as her 'best friend's.....oh and the food is amazing!
I couldn't imagine sending my little girl anywhere else.
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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.687)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.687) out of 10 for Busy Bees Salisbury 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 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.9 out of 5 from 6 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 4.764 for Busy Bees Salisbury is calculated as follows: ( (56 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.764
  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 3.923 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Salisbury is based on 6 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 = 3.6
    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 93 number of registered child places is 18.6. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 18.6 = 0.323
  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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Linda

Linda Sawyer

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2003

Hello, my name is Linda and I have been with Busy Bees since November 2003 and the Centre Director since 2007.


I look forward to welcoming new families to our outstanding nursery in Salisbury.

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