Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus

Richard Street, Aston, Birmingham B7 4AA
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8.6 46 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus, Birmingham
Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus is a purpose-built setting with 4 Big bright airy rooms. As of 2017, it has been graded as 'OUTSTANDING' by OFSTED.

They offer a range of fantastic activities for children, challenging them in different ways. All activities are around the child's interests, which staff get from observations and knowing what the children like doing at home. This is all put together to ensure your child is developing in all 7 areas of learning.

They also have their own App Called UP (Unleash protentional) in which when you sign up you have full access to this in the comfort of your own home. This gives you everything from outdoor play, dance, songs, lullaby's, cooking, school transitions, Health and safety activities and guidance on many areas for example potty training.

Busy Bees Dartmouth circus has a strong dedicated team, who are trained in all Policies and Procedures. Busy Bees has a robust system in place to make sure all staff have the correct training at all times. All staff have safeguarding and are first aid trained.

They have their Parent zone in which all parents can access to see how your child's doing in the day, Observation. Assessments, and Photos on.

They provide a healthy and well-balanced menu which is changed each season, also introducing child's choices. They cater for allergies, intolerances and religious and cultural diets.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sam Goulding-Talbot (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 77

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

Parking

  • Large car park on site.

Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus Reviews (46)

8.6

Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.614) out of 10, based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus has 46 reviews.

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Review from K D (Mother of Child) published on 15 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff have been extremely supportive with my child and myself by aligning with our 'at home' targets and assisting with this, such as meeting his toilet training needs, educational milestones, preparing him for pre-school/ school etc. Staff are very good at informing parents with the children's day,
keeping us up to date with any new information, any progress the child has made, and the daily routine being easily accessible overall.
I'm also very happy with the safeguarding of children, and the importance that staff impose within this department.
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Review from Ajmeri W (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great setting. Staff are helpful & friendly! My little one always has the best things to say about his key worker and the range of activities they do daily. He specifically enjoys all the new foods he gets to try too!
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Review from Faiza N (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am so grateful for the wonderful care and attention my child receives at this nursery. The teachers are truly amazing - they are patient, kind, and genuinely invested in each child's development. I've seen my child grow in confidence and learn so much since starting here. The activities are always
engaging and age-appropriate, and the teachers create a warm and supportive environment. I highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and educational experience for their child. Thank you for everything you do to the staff and the rest of the team!!!
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Review from Aisha R (Mother of Child) published on 30 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2 children have come to this. Nursery. They both. Have additional needs. The staff are just incredibly Work so hard my The nursery is a happy place. Both children. Get so excited to come I can not thank the manager. The manager and the staff. For all the help and support. You give. Us We
are forever grateful thank you all. X
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Review from Kassandra L (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great facilities within the nursery, outstanding activities for the children to learn and develop. A great partnership between parents and staff. My son loves nursery and built bonds with both staff and children.
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Review from Shahina B (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this nursery because i feel this place is very trusting and responsible. My daughter loves going to nursery. The teachers are so welcoming and lovely. I actually feel a bit sad knowing that my daughter's last year will be when she is 5 next year. I wish there was a primary school attached to
this nursery.
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Review from Shazia A (Mother of Child) published on 7 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was worried putting my daughter in nursery! Which parent isn’t but honestly Busy Bees at Dartmouth Circus has put me at ease for the three years my daughter has been there! I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone. Very professional and caring. My daughter has shown excellent growth and strength
with everything. Had a few issued but resolved straight away without question. The staff are really makes that nursery and they work really hard. Any kids that I have in the future I would definitely send them here. I live half an hour away but willing to travel.
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Review from Toniann F C (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I put my twins in this nursery from when they were one years old and I am so happy with my decision. My kids have grown from strength to strength in their education and now we are in our last year before school. I can honestly say that any parent can find their trust here and feel comfortable that their
child will get the best in development.
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Review from Michelle G (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My twins have been attending Busy Bees at Dartmouth Circus since the beginning of the year and both children have settled really well and even talk about nursery on their days off. The level of care and information provided whilst at nursery is exceptional and the staff are wonderful at reassuring parents
about any concerns.
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Review from Max I (Father of Child) published on 12 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees at Dartmouth Circus are a wonderful early learning education setting that provide a brilliant service for adults and children alike. We have been using Busy Bees at Dartmouth Circus for over six years and both our children have attended in that time. The staff are hardworking, kind and the
centre director is a wonderful manager, who really takes pride in making sure everyone is taken care of it and that things are running how they should be.
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Review from Hoodo A (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery with kind and caring staff. My son loves going there and looks forward to his days spent with his key workers. Happy with the staff and the service provided by the managers. Highly recommend.
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Review from Aakwinder K S (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are awesome, they always listen and provide excellent feedback to me about my child. My child's learning progress is great. The best thing I did was put my child into this nursery, he has been here since he was one, now he is four and he is bright and clever. The nursery is really good and
supportive.
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Review from Aroug W (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Great nursery! The staff are very friendly and take good care of the children. They always keep you up to date with what my child has done at nursery. They provide great meals for the kids. My daughter always tells me what a great day she has at the end of the day.
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Review from D A (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has flourished since starting nursery last October. The staff are always warm, welcoming and have reassured me throughout this difficult time. I am confident that this is the best place to leave my child to enable her growth and help to give her the best start in life.
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Review from Tana B (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at this nursery since she was one years old. She is now in pre-school and the nursery has provided her with the greatest start to her educational journey. The nursery works alongside my home learning routine to ensure the maximum amount of learning and development occurs simultaneously,
as this process is a joint effort. I would definitely recommend this nursery to all and as a result I have successfully referred four relatives/friends to register with Busy Bees at Dartmouth Circus over a three year period.
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Review from Rebecca G (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, my daughter gets excited to go and just absolutely loves it. I have to say, since starting at this nursery she has learned so much and I would definitely recommend to family and friends.
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Review from Laura W (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery provides good care for my son. He does a range of activities. He has a varied healthy menu for his meals. Staff communicate effectively. He is happy at nursery. If something has upset him staff resolve the issues and model interactions. The nursery tries to engage parents through events
and the online portal.
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Review from Shaninne (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery has been the best start for my daughter, she is exceeding in most areas of her learning and I know this is because of the care and attention she receives from the staff here. If I have any requests or concerns they are always extremely helpful and I know and trust them to give the best
care to my daughter. I love the app so we can still communicate and I can get insight into my daughter's day to day activities and progress considering the constraints of lockdown. I recommend this nursery to all my friends and family but for most, it is not in their area but because of my recommendation they are looking at Busy Bees nurseries in different areas.
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Review from Storm E (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus was my first and only choice when choosing a nursery. I have been overall pleased and satisfied with the level of professionalism, friendliness of staff, care and learning for children and much more. Staff are always welcoming, even during COVID-19 and the restrictions staff
have always maintained friendliness and professionalism with parents in addition to ensuring the level of attention and care my child receives. The staff have gone above and beyond for my child as they have catered to his likes/interests as well as communicating his achievements and developments with myself as a parent daily/weekly and on assessments. Also, supporting my development of my child in things I do at home or vice versa e.g potty training. Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus is an amazing nursery! My son always leaves nursery happy, with a smile on his face and tells me what he’s done and if he’s had a good day! Truly a remarkable nursery!
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Review from Nikina B (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children at this nursery, my son is 4 years old and he's been attending from 6 months old and I also have a daughter that is 2 years old and she has been going there from 6 months old. I really would recommend this nursery to any parent, they have really looked after my children so well and
as a working parent, I have all the trust in them when leaving my child in their care. My children are soo bright and very confident in all aspects of their development and I have no complaints at all.
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Current Review Score: 8.6 (8.614)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.6 (8.614) out of 10 for Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus 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 4 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.6 out of 5 from 4 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 4.979 for Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus is calculated as follows: ( (47 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 48 Ratings = 4.979
  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 3.635 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus is based on 4 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 = 3.375
    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 77 number of registered child places is 15.4. 4 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.4 = 0.26
  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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Sam

Sam Goulding-Talbot

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2015

Hello, my name is Sam and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus. I have worked with Busy Bees since 2015, starting as an Early Years Teacher/Assistant Centre Director. 


I have a level 6 qualification (Early Years Professional Status) and have completed my Level 5 Qualification in Management. I have completed many courses including Safeguarding, First Aid and Food Hygiene. 


I feel so proud watching the children progress here at Dartmouth Circus and have a fantastic team that provides quality childcare. I am always happy to help and support staff, parents and children.

Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus accepts?

Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus Open?

Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus is open: 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.

How many Children does Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus have capacity for?

Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus has capacity for a total of 77 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Dartmouth Circus to the centre of Birmingham?

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

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