Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees

40 Ashbourne Road, Derby DE22 3AD
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9.8 113 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees, Derby
Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees offers a nursery experience where every child receives dedicated support throughout each stage of their development. With a highly qualified team who go above and beyond, your child will receive the very best start in life at Busy Bees.

The bright and airy rooms are carefully designed to inspire and engage children with the array of fun-filled activities and learning resources available. Children can enjoy inviting reading corners and imaginative play areas, which ignite their curiosity and imagination.

Outdoors the excitement continues in the nursery's large garden, which boasts a wooden adventure play area where children can play and explore under the careful supervision of the staff. In addition, a sheltered area facilitates outdoor learning experiences, allowing children to engage with nature and have hands-on learning experiences.

With endless opportunities for children to unleash their full potential, there is never a dull day at Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees. Parents can also continue the fun and learning at home by downloading the UP app, which offers a range of resources, activities, information, and advice on supporting their child's learning and development.

With an established pre-school, Silvertrees has strong links to schools in the local area. This means children are able to progress in the company of established friends.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Emma Dawkins (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 14

Total Places for Children

  • 64

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 & Christmas

Parking

  • The nursery has a large car park at the rear of the nursery. This can be accessed by turning down Merchant Street from Ashbourne Road and then first right onto Markeaton Street. Sat Nav Postcode for the car park is DE1 2DX.

Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees Reviews (113)

9.8

Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.782) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees has 113 reviews.

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Review from D H (Mother of Child) published on 31 December 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son absolutely loves coming here, the staff go above and beyond their duties.
The care and compassion they show not only to the children but their families is heartwarming.
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 2 August 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Words can not describe how happy and comfortable I feel leaving my daughter in such a fantastic nursery. The staff always go the extra mile to make you feel special and you are always welcomed with a smile. They all have such a passion for the care they give to all the children in their care, and I
couldn't ask for anything better for my little princess. Wouldn't want her anywhere else.
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Review from Michelle M (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Treetops have been most welcoming to my twins.
They started last September 2017 in Monkeys and have thrived ever since developmentally and in confidence.
Thye have now moved to Hippos where the exemplary level of care and education has continued.
The staff are polite, professional and always have
the children's welfare at heart. They take their time to get to know the children and the families who use the nursery and always have the time to talk to parents.
An amazing nursery with great resources, dedicated staff and passion to ensure children thrive and develop.
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Review from J W (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is outstanding.
My son has developed so much in the time he's been here.
The staff are teaching him how to behave in and around people.
His confidence has grown vastly due to the staff being so patient and well trained.
In addition to the nursery/teaching side of things, the parent room
is an excellent idea, as it's nice to get a cup of tea early morning and toast made by the staff.
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Review from K D (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Treetops Silvertrees is a nurturing environment with helpful staff and good facilities.
Staff are able to identify a child's needs and developmental goals and put in place plans to work on these.
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Review from A K (Father of Child) published on 15 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very welcoming in the mornings.
Nothing is too much trouble.
Always helpful when making enquiries.
The staff are fantastic and all my children (3) have enjoyed their experiences.
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Review from J J (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Silvertrees is a delightful nursery. My daughter adores coming here. The staff are very attentive and are a credit to the amazing manager at Silvertrees. It's a massive credit to the manager.
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Review from Gemma T (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery.
Helped my son with his speech and development loads - he's brilliant with socialising and sharing.
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Review from Charlotte G (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son enjoys coming to nursery every day.
He has fantastic relationships with both the children and all the staff.
The nursery makes a continued effort to make sure the children have the very best experience every day and it shows in their development and enthusiasm.
Both of my children have come
to this nursery and I couldn't be happier with the care and attention that has been shown to them.
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Review from J J (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Silvertrees since January 2017.
The staff were extremely welcoming and really put my mind at ease regarding my son starting nursery.
A year on, my son has gained so much confidence and his development has come on leaps and bounds.
The nursery and all the staff are really
outstanding.
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Review from Jordan R (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are all so friendly with parents.
My child has enjoyed coming to nursery since the day he started.
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Review from D H (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This Nursery is wonderful. The environment the children are in every day is one that is highly nurturing, which is exactly what we wanted for our child. The staff are fantastic and very approachable, the standard to which they care for the children is fantastic. Our child has made huge progress since
being at Silvertrees, it's really bought him out of his shell and he has become so confident and sociable! I would recommend this Nursery to anyone if you aren't sure - make arrangements for a visit, and you will be convinced.
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Review from Steven J (Father of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very pleased with the nursery. I feel comfortable and confident entrusting our child into their care.
The facilities are excellent and constantly being improved, however, the staff are even better.
Our key worker is always supportive and has often provided excellent advice and guidance when
needed.
Other activities such as Nativity, Halloween, are arranged and make great social occasions and great memories.
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Review from Leanne S (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As always I have nothing but nice things to say about this nursery.
As children get older they present new and interesting challenges.
This nursery has been there all the way with us to ensure that we overcome these.
Special thanks to the staff for helping us through our wonderful journey.
We will
be very sad when we have to move on to big school!
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Review from Liam B (Father of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I couldn't be happier with the care my child receives. Top marks all round.
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Review from Rebecca D (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Silvertrees is a great nursery, my son enjoys it thoroughly and has made lots of friends including the staff who are all lovely.
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Review from Robert A (Father of Child) published on 26 January 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Treetops Silvertrees is an excellent nursery providing top quality care, guidance and education to my children. My children are very happy there and always tell me stories of what they have been doing.
Since coming to the nursery they have significantly developed their social skills and made many friends.
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Review from Rebecca D (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Welcoming, friendly staff and a homely environment.
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Review from Katie S (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery has been lovely, caring and approachable staff. Not only do they reassure little one's anxieties but also the parents too! Very good facilities, toys and outdoor play, I would recommend to others.
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Review from M S (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2017 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has been enjoying going to the nursery, making new friends and being cared for by the nursery staff. I have noticed he has become more comfortable around other children and his general confidence has grown. In general, the nursery is a lovely place where children are happy and well looked after.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.782)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.782) out of 10 for Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees 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 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 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 4.857 for Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees is calculated as follows: ( (181 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (2 Poors x 2) ) ÷ 203 Ratings = 4.857
  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 4.925 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Derby Silvertrees is based on 17 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 3.925
    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 64 number of registered child places is 12.8, which has been reached with 17 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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Meet the Team (1)

Emma

Emma Dawkins

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2014

Since working at Derby Silvertrees from 2014,  I have worked in different roles starting as a relief member of the team, room leader, senior and deputy and proudly in 2020 took on the role of centre director.


I have a little boy who attends Derby Silvertrees full time so I have a good understanding of the importance of parent partnership, This means that myself and the team go above and beyond to include the parents in everything that we do and we have built excellent relationships with all of our families.


In the nursery I am extremely passionate about supporting my team with their practice, helping them to gain up to date knowledge and skills.  I have embedded the practice of outstanding teaching and learning centred around the children who attend Silvertrees to give them the best start in life.

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