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)

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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 Pam T (Mother of Child) published on 19 October 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Busy Bees for just over 2 months. She absolutely loves it there and I have trouble persuading her to leave when I come to pick her up! The staff are warm, friendly and supportive and you really get a sense that they know your child personally. There is a good range of
toys and activities and lots of outdoor space. I also like the online system where photos and observations are regularly uploaded.
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Review from Jen C (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with Busy Bees. The staff are wonderful - very friendly, polite, helpful, accommodating where they can be and consistent in their care. They also demonstrate a real enthusiasm and passion for what they do - sharing stories and insights into your child's day. The iConnect facility
is brilliant - updated every day, it records sleeps, meals and nappies as well as occasional pictures and observations. I only wish the pictures and observations were more frequent. There is a big variety of toys, activities and my son comes home happily tired every day. He loves it.
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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy loves Busy Bees in Salisbury, he's very settled and enjoys his daily activities especially playing in the garden. He has recently changed classes and has moved up with no problems at all. All staff are welcoming and helpful. Would highly recommend.
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Review from Eva P (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Busy Bees in April 2016 & thoroughly enjoys her time there. The staff team were very supportive in managing her transition into nursery & very quickly formed a positive relationship with her. The communication between staff & home is always open & consistent.
The staff are evidently
passionate about supporting and encouraging the development of the children.
My daughter's confidence has progressively grown and the nursery experience is definitely beneficial for her.
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Review from Keeley F (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My stepdaughter came here years ago. She's now 12 and always said she loved it so now my son of 21 months goes here. I'm more than happy with every aspect and confident he's happy while he's in the care of pre-toddlers. Always prepared for a day of interactive learning from the second we step in the
room at 8 am.
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Review from Emily C (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees has been the perfect setting for both my children who attend. They are settled and happy whilst at nursery, they enjoy the day to day activities and outdoor play area the most.


I have absolutely no worries when I drop my children off. Staff are welcoming and friendly and always go out of

their way to help you. The food they provide and the activities that they do with children are excellent for their development. Parents are well informed of everything happening at the nursery and communication between staff and parents (which is essential) is great.


The overall standard of the nursery is very high, staff are well presented and the nursery is always a clean and safe environment.

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Review from Leamey H (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery, my son has been there for 6 months and his development has come along really well thanks to the nursery.
The staffing team are lovely and supportive and are really understanding. Everyone is easy to talk to and the care given to the children is amazing.
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Review from Lizzie M (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children attend/attended Busy Bees (one has now left and is currently at school). I can not fault this nursery at all. Both my children loved attending (my little one still does). I feel they have and are learning so much. With fantastic members of staff. None of which I could fault.
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the five years, my children have been attending this nursery, I have never had any problems or issues with anything.
Very highly recommended.
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Review from R J (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have been at Busy Bees. One is now at school, the other is still there. I am very happy with the care provided and would highly recommend the nursery. Both my children also attend(ed) another pre-school too, which they like, but I've kept them at Busy Bees part time (even though it's
more expensive) because I think the standard of care is high. My older child has now left but she was well-prepared for school because of the standard of care and teaching at Busy Bees. They supported us through difficult toilet-training and also helped my child learn to read, write, count etc before starting school.
Any issues I have raised have been dealt with quickly and professionally.
I trust the staff and value their warmth when caring for my child.
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Review from Ryan (Father of Child) published on 9 December 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always been impressed with the level of care and the facilities at Busy Bees, our first son is now 4 and still goes, he enjoyed it so much, that we sent our second son and he has also settled very well. The rooms have a wide range of activities which mix fun and education. Our boys love being
outside and enjoy the large gardens. The carers have changed on a number of occasions due to people moving on with careers but the transition has always been well managed. I would highly recommend Busy Bees to any of our friends. Our eldest will be sad to leave next year when he heads off to school.
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Review from Rachel H (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees has been a wonderful environment for my son to learn and grow. The staff are caring and attentive and the activities are varied and keep him active and stimulated. They are flexible with the hours and routines as the children grow. Transitions to the new rooms are carried out sensitively to
ensure the move goes smoothly.
I have only had positive experiences with Busy Bees Salisbury, long may that continue.
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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery provides and excellent standard of care. The staff work incredibly hard but always there to greet my child with a smile and, thanks to the staff, I have a very happy child who skips into nursery without a second glance at mummy!
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Review from Charlotte T (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My oldest child has been at Busy Bees since he was 10 months old and he is now nearly 4. His little sister started at the nursery in February. We have been delighted with the care that both children have received. In particular, my son had multiple severe food allergies when he started at the nursery
(which he has now grown out of). The excellent organisation at Busy Bees meant that I could be confident that his nutrition could be safely managed.
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Review from Andrea C (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery offers a fun and safe place with flexible care for my daughter. She loves the nursery and all the staff and has gained so much confidence since joining there, she looks forward to going each morning.
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Review from Alex B (Mother of Child) published on 29 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter joined this setting a year ago. The continuity of staff and the excellent flexibility for dietary needs is just what we needed for her! She loves her key persons and is so very happy at her nursery. It is all that we as parents could wish for, her to be looked after.
Any questions are
promptly answered by the staff in the office or the manager! We can only recommend this nursery very highly to other parents!
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Review from Kym F (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending this nursery since September 15 and she loves it, the staff are fantastic, always greeted with a smile and very accommodating to our needs. I honestly cannot fault this nursey and would highly recommend this place to anyone.
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Review from Krystal C (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter have only started at Busy Bee's at the end of October but she love's it. The staff is so friendly and they all make you feel so welcome. I can't fault Busy Bee's nor can I fault the staff, I am glad this was my first choice. I would be happy to recommend this nursery. Thank you all for your
support you have given my daughter.
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Review from Laila H (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going since he was 11 months old. From the start, all of the staff have been warm, friendly and very understanding.
He has now been there over a year and a half and the whole experience has been wonderful. They really make sure each child's needs are fully met as they develop and move
through the nursery.
We are all big fans.
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Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2016 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic Nursery, my child has been going since 6 months old and all the staff made it a wonderful experience especially in the early days when you don't want to leave your tiny baby.
Now having been at nursery nearly a year and half my son absolutely loves this place. The staff really do understand
each child individually and care for each of their needs.
I love the times when my son might be having an off day and they say no worries we shall have a cuddle day, or the days he's soo excited to see his friends and to be at nursery that he screams with excitement . It's times like this that I really appreciate all their hard work and most of all the love and care they have for my baby and all the children throughout the nursery.
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Review from Susanna D (Mother of Child) published on 20 November 2015 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When we toured several nurseries we did not know what to expect, the staff at Busy Bees in Salisbury were the only ones to explain everything from explaining the safe keeping of the children to the games and interaction through to the incredible choice of food, we know straight away they would provide
not just the right environment but the perfect one. Our baby has been at the nursery for 6 months and he has developed so much, his key worker being as excited as us each time he reaches a milestone!
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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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