Busy Bees Rugby

Rodney Close, Rugby CV22 7HJ
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9.9 81 Reviews
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At Busy Bees at Rugby, an Ofsted Outstanding rated setting (April 2023) based in Rugby, fun and exploration are at the very centre of what they do.

Every day at the nursery provides something new for children to discover. The variety of creative activities and learning resources spark children's imagination and curiosity and from role playing activities to art, children benefit from a setting that is as enjoyable as it is educational.

The team at Busy Bees focus on providing the best for the children in their care. Whether it's supporting their maths and literacy skills or providing varied and nutritional meals, every aspect of their care has been designed to nurture children's development, throughout every age and stage.

To keep parents informed and involved, Busy Bees offers the 'ParentZone' app. This app allows parents to receive regular updates throughout the day on their child's activities and milestones, ensuring that no special moment is missed.

So, if you are searching for a welcoming and inclusive nursery in Rugby where every child is supported to be the best they can be, look no further. Busy Bees at Rugby provides the ideal setting for your child to grow and shine.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Natalie Hall (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 84

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Busy Bees Rugby Reviews (81)

9.9

Busy Bees Rugby has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.928) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Rugby has 81 reviews.

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Review from Emily D (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started Busy Bees in July 2022 and has had a great experience. The staff have supported his development in such a personal way. They all know him so well, every staff member who has looked after him has been amazing. We are very happy our daughter is now settled in the baby room and experiencing
the same excellent care
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Review from Charlotte W (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been at busy bees since he was 8 months old and he's now in his final weeks before going to school. Busy bees Rugby has been extended family. They have given our boy the greatest start in life and the people who work there genuinely care about the children and their families. Highly recommend
this nursery. The best start in life. And I'm thrilled out youngest is having just a positive experience in their care.
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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 25 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have used Busy Bees Nursery since the start of 2022, and have been blown away by the care, compassion, and support shown during this time. As a parent you could not ask for more, and will always feel safe in the knowledge that your child is happy and well cared for.
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Review from Gomathi C (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very friendly and good care provided, engaging child with different activities, monitoring the child's growth and communicating with the parents, building confidence in the child. Overall child is good, comfortable and in safe hands.
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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has been going to Busy Bees full-time since she was 10 months old, she turned 4 recently. Everyone at the nursery has been absolutely fabulous. She was made comfortable right from the get-go. They put in a lot of effort to create these relationships with the children and to develop them,
which is so obviously visible, our little one is so happy every morning to go to Busy Bees. The fact that I’m assured as a parent that she is safe, at a place she enjoys and loves the people she is with, says a lot about our experience with the Busy Bees team at Rugby.
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Review from Laura S (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my kids currently attend Busy Bees and have come on leaps and bounds since joining. The staff are very attentive and made strong bonds with both of my children. They love going to nursery which says everything!
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Review from Christina S (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing staff, amazing nursery. My little boy has been going since he was 4 months old and I've never felt uncomfortable or unhappy with the nursery at all. They always try to facilitate any extra day requests where possible.
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Review from J M (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Looked after our three children from infants up until preschool. All of them have always been excited to attend and have formed some special bonds with all of the staff. My wife and I get the real sense that the staff love our boys like their own. Busy Bees Rugby have been a key part of our children’s
early lives, a real home from home and we are grateful for their love and support. I can’t recommend them or thank them enough.
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Review from R T (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. All three of my children have been through this nursery and the staff have been extremely supportive.
At each age and stage, they have helped our children progress. They have supported with school readiness, eating a wider variety of foods and anything else we have mentioned along
the way.
All three of my children always came/come home happy and excited to tell us what they have done.
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Review from Claire W (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot express how wonderful this nursery/preschool is. Every member of staff is so engaged and involved. I am so happy they got an outstanding Ofsted because that is above and beyond what they deserve. My twins have been in attendance since they were 12 months old, their language and communication
are second to none. They have formed relationships, developed social skills and intellect beyond belief and made friends, which will set them up for school life. Every part of their journey I have to thank Busy Bees for as the staff are invested and incredible. I could not recommend this nursery any more. It’s amazing and the staff are five-star.
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Review from Katie M (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of my kids have come to this nursery (two are still here) and I have nothing but praise for the team here. One of my sons is disabled and the staff have been absolutely fabulous with caring for him and also helping with processing his Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan amongst other things.
The nursery manager/director has been really accommodating and always been more than happy to help and the girls are all really good at their jobs. My children feel happy and safe at Busy Bees.
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Review from Alina L (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m very excited because I found this nursery. The staff are very professional, kind and friendly. It’s the best nursery. My baby is 1 year old and she is so happy when I bring her to nursery. I recommend to everyone to register their child to Busy Bees. I’m very happy with them. All the best to the
staff and I’m really lucky to find them.
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Review from M B (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery.
I used the nursery nine years ago for my son, who loved it. It was the only nursery I considered for my daughter and it’s safe to say she loves it just as much. The staff are all so lovely and it’s amazing to see so many of the same staff members as nine years ago. The app is always
up to date and it makes my day to see her happy and playing/learning while I’m at work.
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Review from Kimberly P (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
There are not enough words to explain just how fantastic Busy Bees is.
We have two children at Busy Bees. The care from day one, with both of our children, has just been exceptional. We cannot thank the team enough for giving us the confidence to go to work knowing that our children are cared for
as they would be at home.
The bonds that our children have with all team members really represent how all members of the team prioritise our children’s sense of love and belonging.
We have often said that it will be a very sad day when both of our children have to move on to primary school and we have to say goodbye to the incredible team that works at Busy Bees.
Thank you so much for everything you do.
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Review from Natasha K (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery. Amazing staff. Extremely attentive to every child with their individual needs.
My child has just recently started at Busy Bees and like most children, she struggled with being left. But the staff at Busy Bees have been fantastic at making her feel comfortable and safe.
Highly
recommend this nursery.
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Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would 100% recommend this nursery. My child has come on leaps and bounds and with the same staff (very low if any change of staff) it has made my child feel very secure. It's also lovely that everyone knows your child's name. They will bend over backwards to facilitate your requests and work with
your home routine too. Sending your child to nursery is such a daunting experience but Busy Bees Rugby reassured me and helped me feel a part of their nursery family.
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Review from Annabelle P (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter joined Busy Bees in November and I can't recommend them enough, they have been absolutely incredible with her. She settled in so quickly thanks to their amazing staff and her wonderful key worker. She has come on leaps and bounds and I can't get over the difference in her in just three months.
I love the app and being able to see what she has eaten, how long she has slept for and what she has been up to that day. Amazing nursery in every way.
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Review from Lauren D (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Two of my children have been to this nursery and both have loved it. Neither one of them ever had a bad day at the nursery and they both looked forward to going. All the staff are lovely and friendly. Both my children have developed exceptionally well, right through from baby room to preschool.
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was sad to say goodbye and leave last year as my daughter started school but my third baby will be starting this year and I can't wait for her to have the same experience as my other two.
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Review from K E (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can't recommend Busy Bees enough. All the staff are very polite, friendly and helpful. Communication is great and regular via the app, as well as important updates via text and email.
The enrollment process and settlement sessions made settling in easy for both the child and parents.
There is a
monthly events calendar, which includes activities such as theme days, dress-up days, book days, send-in-a-picture day etc. which is fun and doesn't require too much time or effort from parents.
The food they serve is really varied and healthy. Seasonal menus are shared so you can see what they are being served.
I love that the nursery celebrates the achievements of the children, and displays them on the board outside the nursery, they also offer supportive guides and information for parents such as for potty training.
Our daughter loves her nursery days, and we have seen fantastic development, including speech and communication since she started at Busy Bees Rugby.
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Review from Anna H (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has been attending since he was 8 months old, he’s 16 months now and he loves it! Everyone is so supportive and always happy to help and as a first time Mum it’s been so reassuring. He’s always happy when he comes home and we love to hear how his day was. He’s so well cared for and it’s
lovely to see his development being encouraged and nurtured so well. He also gives the food a 5 out of 5!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.928)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.928) out of 10 for Busy Bees Rugby is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.928 for Busy Bees Rugby is calculated as follows: ( (245 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.928
  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 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Rugby is based on 22 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 84 number of registered child places is 16.8, which has been reached with 22 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  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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Natalie

Natalie Hall

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2007

Hi, my name is Natalie Hall and I am the Nursery Manager at Busy Bees Rugby Nursery and Foundation Class.


I have worked for Busy Bees since 2007. I have a level 3 childcare diploma and a level 5 management qualification. I have my own children that have come to the nursery themselves and loved the nursery environment and flourished so well whilst being here. I am extremely passionate about what I do and truly committed to ensuring each child receives an outstanding, high-quality experience during their years with us at the nursery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Rugby

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

Busy Bees Rugby accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Rugby Open?

Busy Bees Rugby is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Busy Bees Rugby have capacity for?

Busy Bees Rugby has capacity for a total of 84 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Rugby to the centre of Rugby?

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

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