Busy Bees Derby Oakwood Bishops Drive

We have had an excellent experience with Busy Bees. The staff are lovely, approachable and very supportive. My child seems very happy and comfortable with everyone and overall the nursery has had a very positive impact on development.

We have had no issues with the nursery at all.

Busy Bees has really been the best decision for my son and I couldn't thank the staff more for everything they do.

This shows on the way home when he excitedly talks about what he's been doing during the day and the things the staff tell me he has enjoyed.

My daughter has been attending the bishop's driver busy bees for nearly a year now and has absolutely thrived. This is the 3rd nursery that she has attended and by far the best. The staff are so lovely, my daughter has really bonded with her key worker and I can't be more grateful for how well she is looked after.

My child started in Bombos 1 in September, He was welcomed with open arms by all at the nursery. I couldn't believe that within a week or so, every staff member that I came across (even in other rooms and the chef) knew him by name and knew different little quirks about him. I cannot praise the staff enough for how well they do, how they manage to get my child to sleep in a room full of other children I will never know. (He is a major FOMO kid). Wouldn't dream of sending him anywhere else. I love the app so I can see what he's doing throughout the day, and the lovely observations of what he's been up to really make a difference.

My daughter Ava started busy bees on bishops drive in April 2025. At first I was very nervous to leave my daughter in there care as any parent would especiallya full day session. But after getting to know the staff by doing settle in sessions it gave me peace of mind, and for my daughter to get to know the staff making the transition easier all around. Since then I have seen my daughter thriving, she has made excellent progress from crawling, walking, feeding herself to now seing her language and many more skills progress each day she attends. The staff are amazing, very understanding, helpful, supportive and will help with what ever needs your child requires. I would recommend busy bees to anyone looking for child care. Best decision i made.

Staff take prompt action if your child is unwell or doesn't seem themselves and keep you informed either through calls or the app. I could not ask for a better nursery for my child and only have praise for the service they provide.

They're always changing the menu so they don't get bored of the meals and it means she tries things I wouldn't think to cook at home as well.

My son absolutely loves going to Busy Bees nursery. He always comes home with a smile on his face and tells me all the activities he has done throughout the day. He has made lots of new friends and has formed a close bond with the staff that work in his room. All the staff that I have met are lovely and i am confident knowing my child is well looked after and he is enjoying his time there. Highly recommend

My child started nursery in September 2025. The staff have been brilliant with helping her settle and building a rapport with her. Very communicative with me and my husband regarding her needs and any administration matters. Also very impressed with the range of activities they do in Bombos 1 and 2 room. She has come on leaps and bounds with her development since starting and seems to really enjoy her time there which is a joy to see!

Moved my son to this nursery in September and he absolutely loves it the staff are so lovely. He comes home every day with a smile on his face and has only excelled since being there. I love that they have things for the children to take home and do outside of nursery and just the overall care he receives is top notch!

Our daughter absolutely flourished at Busy Bees, particularly in the preschool room. She made a close bunch of friends, including staff, and was always happy when she came out. We were well supported when we approached to ask advice about issues related to our daughter. The staff were warm and welcoming. There were quite a few changes in staffing and management, once this settled it is clear that these are for the better. The graduation celebration was touching and really thoughtful, it was so lovely to see how much the adults have bonded with the children rather than it just seeming 'like just a job'. It's been a pleasure, thank you <3

Busy bees bishops drive has been an amazing place for our twins to learn and grow. The staff are the most supportive, caring and kind and can't recommend this nursery setting enough. We have grown so close to the staff members and entrust them fully with the care and development of the boys.

I feel that all the staff at the nursery go above and beyond ,expectations to ensure the children in their care are safe & happy.

They help make drop offs easy & stress free and always try to settle my son if he gets a little upset. They always enjoy telling me what a fantastic day my son's had and tell me new things he's achieved which is lovely to hear & keeps me up to date with his progress.

The activities are varied & look very enjoyable as well as educational and I always love receiving photos posted on the parent app, they brighten up my day.

The food that's prepared each day is fresh & nutritional and it always surprises me what different foods he will try at nursery but refuses at home!

Overall, this is a fantastic nursery with brilliant staff who truly enjoy watching the children thrive. I'd recommend this nursery to anyone.

Great nursery where I had my 2 daughters over the last few years. Fabulous caring staff, well equipped and clean. Place where both my children found friendship and have learnt a lot. Highly recommended.

I have two boys due to start school in September (just turned 4) who have attended the setting since they were 18 months old.. from right back at the beginning, the nursery have been amazing!! The staff are lovely & have a close relationship with the children, the new manager is fantastic & nothing is ever too much trouble.. along with quick responses on any queries.. the boys love going & have so much fun.. I know how sad they'll be to leave.. can't recommend enough!

My daughter started in April 2025 and even though it's only been a short time I've seen her progress massively. Her educators have been amazing with her and myself and she enjoys being there. I feel confident leaving her knowing she's in good hands.

My son joined the nursery in April 2025 and I absolutely cannot fault the nursery or the staff in any way.

We were made to feel incredibly welcome from our first visit and my little boy was so well cared for even from the first settling in sessions.

The range of activities, the care of the staff, the amount and quality of the food that is offered is second to none! The app gives me lovely insight into his day too.

Developmentally I've already seen so many improvements in my little one. He's talking a lot more, he's far more adventurous with food and they've really worked so hard to get him drinking lots more water. It's been brilliant.

A complete relief for a mum reluctant to leave my baby in the care of strangers and incredibly reassuring that he's being cared for so well!

Could not speak highly enough of this nursery. As a very nervous mother of an only child being born in Covid I've suffered immensely with separation anxiety and choosing to put my daughter first to give her the best development was a very difficult decision for me. However after looking at various nursery's busy bees Oakwood was the only choice. I was listened to and guided but most of all incredibly supported by all the staff. Special mention to the assistant centre director who not only has been an incredible support to my daughter but also myself. It has made the nursery experience a lot more calming and enjoyable than I could have imagined. All staff do not hesitate to comfort my daughter and myself if it's ever a bad day and don't hesitate to update me if I get nervous! I would recommend to every one busy bees Oakwood and everyone will be greatly missed when we leave to start school. I can only say thank you for going above and beyond for us.