Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane

1 Gibfield Lane, Belper DE56 1WA
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9.9 117 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane, Belper
Catering for children aged from babies to pre-schoolers, Busy Bees Belper, Gibfield Lane offers a caring and nurturing early years setting.

Inside the nursery, each room is separated into age and developmental groups, allowing children to develop at a pace which suits them whilst receiving all the support they need. There is so much for your child to enjoy at the nursery; engaging activities and learning resources ensure there is something for every child, no matter their interests.

By following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, the qualified team work hard to offer children the best start to their early education.

You can keep up to date on all the excitement through the ‘ParentZone’ app, so that you never miss a moment during your child's stay at nursery.

Book a visit today and the team will look forward to welcoming you!
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Kaysha Sulley (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • https://www.busybeeschildcare.co.uk/nursery/gibfieldlane

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 Belper Gibfield Lane Reviews (117)

9.9

Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.941) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane has 117 reviews.

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Review from Rachel H (Mother of Child) published on 20 September 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started Treetops in January 2018, from the day I first met with the manager all I have is good things to say, I was very nervous and anxious about my son starting nursery as it was my first child. The manager reassured me from day one and made me feel at ease.


My son was put into Monkeys

as he was very advanced for his age eg walking extra, I have so much to say about the three girls who look after him. My son's main carer is fantastic, not only do they feel like family/friends but they have been outstanding with my son. The care they give him is fantastic, they go above and beyond to look after him, teaching him new skills every day.


He is always coming back with new things he has done and achieved. The room is always clean and well looked after. They have made me feel so welcome and I cannot thank the nursery and the three girls enough for making my little boy so happy to be left without his parents. They look after him as if he were their own.


Thank you Treetops for giving my little boy the best start in life education, socialising and learning. I want to say a massive thank you to the manager and my son's main leader in Monkeys. The work they do is above and beyond. I would recommend this nursery to anyone and could not think of anywhere else I would want my little boy to go to thank Treetops at Belper. Outstanding is the word.

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Review from L H (Grandmother of Child) published on 11 June 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Treetops staff have been extremely supportive to both myself and our grandson during an extremely difficult time in our lives. Many, many thanks to all, especially management team.
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Review from Sally S (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are extremely friendly, welcoming and accommodating. They get to know the children very well, recognise the children's strengths and where there is a need for assistance. I cannot fault the learning programme and my daughters level of learning is amazing. Thanks to all the staff's hard work.
The facilities that are available are fantastic.
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Review from Tanya Y (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When my son started attending Treetops he was withdrawn and shy. Now he's confident learning every day and really enjoys attending.
The staff are always friendly and welcoming making every parent feel as important as the child.
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Review from Sue D (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My child has loved every day of nursery since she started over a year ago.
I have had no concerns leaving her with the confident, enthusiastic staff and feel she is in safe capable hands.
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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been coming to Treetops since she was 5 months old and absolutely loves it here. The staff are very caring and really get to know each child individually.
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Review from Leigh R (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been in Bear Cubs and Monkeys and has loved both sides. The staff are lovely and engaging. I love hearing my daughter sing the new songs learnt at nursery. She seems to learn something new every day.
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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our 2-year-old son goes to nursery just one day a week but the variety of activities that he has done at Treetops is huge. A great mix of indoor and outdoor and you feel that the staff really care for your little person.
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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my daughters have attended this nursery and I would highly recommend it. The staff are super and provide a wonderful environment for children to grow and develop.
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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 30 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My little boy has been attending this nursery since he was 10 months old. Nursery has really helped him to build his confidence and make new friends. He has built great relationships in each room he has been in. The deputy manager, in particular, is his favourite.
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Review from James F (Father of Child) published on 30 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall, a good nursery and somewhere where your child will feel comfortable and safe. However, I am not happy with the several price increases that have happened - the latest one will be in September this year. Both myself and my partner don't mind paying more when the service provided improves, but
if anything, things have gotten worse with staff communication not being great (messages not being passed on etc) and a lack of communication relating to management changes. As a result, we will be looking for a child minder instead.
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Review from T L (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter absolutely loves nursery and so do I. Not only do the staff who look after her know her very well, they really do care about her and enjoy the activities they do with her and her nursery friends.


To me, the nursery is like a second home to my daughter and every time I drop her off, I

feel confident that she is well looked after and I trust the staff completely.


I have recommended this nursery a number of times.

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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 4 August 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love this nursery. The bear cub room is brilliant. A little home from home. The same lady is looking after my daughter currently who looked after my son 3 years ago. My daughter took a few weeks to settle which is hard when you have to leave them to go to work, but I trust the staff completely and I
rang every day for weeks to see how she was - they were really reassuring. She loves going now and happily waves me off each morning. Staff always take the time to tell me about her day and what she has been up to.
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Review from P H (Mother of Child) published on 28 July 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves coming to Treetops. He comes 3 days a week. I would highly recommend Treetops to anyone.
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Review from L S (Mother of Child) published on 12 April 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very impressed with this nursery. The staff are fantastic and caring. My daughter loves coming.
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Review from Hannalora H (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff have been friendly and helpful. My son wasn't keen for me to leave him at nursery but all staff, particularly his 'key person', did so well at comforting him and helping him to settle in. Staff are approachable and deal with any of my concerns wonderfully.
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Review from Diane H (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2017 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending Treetops since she was 10 months old and we have been very pleased with all aspects of the nursery, the staff are friendly and chatty and everyone seems to know each child even if they don't directly work in their age group. We get a good daily overview of what our daughter
has been doing each day and are pleased with the learning/activities taking place. I feel that despite only going two days a week our daughter has formed strong relationships with the staff and I really like the fact the staff remain mostly unchanged which gives a nice family feel. I would not hesitate to recommend this lovely friendly nursery to anyone in Belper.
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Review from Hollie A (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter moved nurseries and was welcomed into Gibfield like a member of a family. Staff were friendly and so helpful and supportive. She has settled into Gibfield so well after 2 years at a previous nursery, where she had never been cared for and calm. She loves the crocs room, all the staff and
the children, everyday a new friendship is formed. Staff are always doing activities and my daughter has thrived since joining.
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Review from A G (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent, caring nursery and staff. My son has made great progress whilst here and looks forward to coming every day.
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Review from H H (Mother of Child) published on 4 January 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are extremely impressed with this nursery. Each room is professionally managed with dedicated and caring staff. Our child has developed excellent relationships with her key workers who have assisted in allowing her to flourish in a safe and welcoming environment. Every member of staff has always
gone the extra mile to support and encourage our child and her learning and development. We would always highly recommend this nursery.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.941)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.941) out of 10 for Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane 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 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 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 4.941 for Busy Bees Belper Gibfield Lane is calculated as follows: ( (369 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 392 Ratings = 4.941
  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 Belper Gibfield Lane is based on 33 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 90 number of registered child places is 18, which has been reached with 33 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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Kaysha

Kaysha Sulley

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2013

Hi my name is Kaysha and I am the Centre Director here at Belper Gibfield Lane.


I have worked for Busy Bees since 2013, joining here as Nursery Manager in July 2017 and since then I haven't looked back! I thoroughly enjoy each and every day of my career, from making memories for each child to developing my staff's knowledge. One of my most precious highlights from managing our nursery was our Outstanding from OFSTED in June 2018. I am a mum myself and have two children. My son who now attends school attended nursery from the age of 5 months and my daughter who now comes to Gibfield Lane Nursery and herself has been here since 6 months old! I know how daunting it can be to take that step at looking into childcare and thinking about entrusting your most treasured possession into the hands of someone else. I hope that when you come and visit and meet myself and my fantastic staff team all of your worries and concerns will disappear as we will answer any queries you may have for your child starting with us.


I am so very lucky to have a team that is well established and always aim to deliver the highest possible level of childcare and always with a smile. I have an absolute passion to ensure all children are able to access the best possible start in life and to provide them with the outstanding start in life that they all deserve. We welcome you on that journey with your child and look forward to meeting you and your family.

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