Busy Bees Leicester Meridian

Meridian Leisure Park, Meridian Way, Braunstone, Leicester LE19 1JZ
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9.7 128 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Leicester Meridian, Leicester
Busy Bees Leicester Meridian stands as an exceptional childcare provider creating a loving, stimulating environment where children can flourish in their early years education.

The devoted team at Busy Bees Leicester Meridian go above and beyond to support every child throughout their nursery journey, ensuring they receive the very best start in life. With many of their dedicated team members, including the passionate Centre Director, boasting over 15 years of experience, their dedication to providing the highest quality childcare establishes a strong sense of trust and reliability.

Rather than a traditional preschool, Busy Bees Leicester Meridian offers a Foundation Class. Led by an experienced teacher, this class equips children with the necessary skills, confidence and love for learning to excel in school.

And the learning experience extends outdoors. The generous garden offers dedicated sections for each age group where children can seamlessly explore, play and learn outdoors. The Foundation Class also benefits from a weekly football and physical activity program, adding both fun and fitness to their outdoor adventures.

You can even keep up to date on your child's progress during their time at Busy Bees through the ‘ParentZone’ app. The enthusiastic staff will provide you with regular updates on your child's learning and development, along with any activities they take part in, ensuring that you never miss a moment.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Carly Ward (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 35

Total Places for Children

  • 130

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Parking

  • There is plenty of parent parking available outside the building and to the rear of the building.

Busy Bees Leicester Meridian Reviews (128)

9.7

Busy Bees Leicester Meridian has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.723) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Leicester Meridian has 128 reviews.

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Review from Lucy H (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Busy Bees at Leicester Meridian when she was 8 months old and she is now almost 4 and about to leave for School in August. The whole team have been instrumental in helping shape and develop my Daughter. They always go above and beyond for both my daughter and us as a family. She
has been nurtured by all of her key workers and the surrounding team and I feel that mainly because of this that she is fully ready to start school. The centre director has always been welcoming and informative as well as supportive to us. The centre and the whole team of staff have handled the ever changing pandemic policies excellently, keeping parents well informed every step of the way and they've made a troubling time a lot easier! I cannot recommend the nursery enough and will be forever grateful for the involvement they've had in my Daughter's life.
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Review from Raksha (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It is a fantastic nursery, we have really had a good experience with the centre. The difference it has made to our little one is just brilliant to see. All the staff are great and they put so much time and effort in, to make this a fab place for all the children.
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Review from Mayur P (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff, great service, Friendly to approach with any inquiry.
First class service, always going that extra mile which is good to see/hear.
Always there for when you have questions and problem.
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Review from Yashna (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my little one has joined the nursery, he has developed so much, from his speech to general activities and this is all due to the staff at Busy Bees.
They are very welcoming and each day provides feedback on my little one's day.
The staff are very friendly and welcoming.
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Review from Nisha P (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Busy Cees since he was 8months old. He is now 19months and has become so confident in his learning and activities. He is so well behaved - given the restrictions with Covid - we were anxious as parents in his development. But Busy Bees Meridian has definitely surpassed our
expectations and made us feel at ease as first-time parents. We feel so comfortable every morning dropping our son to nursery, he looks forward to going and has developed an absolutely great routine. Thank you to all the staff at Busy Bees for being there for us - just like an extended family!
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Review from Farrahnique N (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We're very happy with this nursery.
Our daughter (now 20 months old) has been attending Busy Bees at Meridian for 5 months and I was so anxious about her going initially, but she seems to love it and the staff have all been extremely supportive, kind and friendly from day 1.
Her carers post regular
photos and observations onto the parent app which is great, along with the food she's eaten, nappy changes and her sleep times.
I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Navdip K (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy bees Meridien is a fantastic nursery. My daughter has been attending full time since the age of 1 and will be leaving to start school this year. The staff and care they provide have been excellent, I cannot fault it. My child has developed immensely and they have been super supportive during COVID.
I will most definitely be sending my second child here once she is ready for nursery.
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Review from Preeti B (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great place. Lovely staff. My son is always laughing and happy in the morning and evening. Always doing great activities and the app is great to see what his food intake has been and any activities he has been doing.
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Review from Charles M (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot recommend this nursery enough. The staff are amazing and have been brilliant throughout the pandemic, they have taken every precaution to protect the staff and children whilst still providing excellent care. The facilities are to a high standard, clean and well cared for. The quality of care
is unparalleled when looking at other nurseries, from their online updates of the children to the extra lengths that the staff go to to ensure the best for all the children there. The environment that the manager and her team have created here is fantastic.
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Review from Raymond Y (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Been taking both our children to Busy Bees due to the excellent staff, the care they prioritise to each child and how our children have so much fun and learning every day! We would always recommend them to our friends and family.
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Review from Rahul G (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The support received with introducing a lockdown baby to nursery life has been amazing. They have shown great understanding and support to my child and nursery life has helped my child's development with interactions my child has had with other babies and people. Thank you.
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Review from Ricky C (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been here since 10 months old. The nursery has been brilliant. Purpose-built. He's loved it. Staff are friendly and he seems to have got on well with all of them. Managed superbly through Covid-19. Kept well informed and fair play it's always about making sure children are safe and what works
for them not what is convenient for the parents.
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Review from Maria M (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant nursery. All staff are supportive and friendly and both my children have looked forward to attending every day. They have helped profoundly in improving my child’s confidence and have been a great support throughout the pandemic.
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Review from Lisa D (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little boy has been at the nursery for over a year and a half, he loves it and always comes home really happy and chatty. He is 2 and a half and recently learnt phonics at nursery and can now read on his own. His key worker goes above and beyond to help him and she is one of the reasons he picks
these things up so easily.
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Review from Emma B (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery kept going through the Pandemic. This saved my job, the nursery staff worked so hard. The staff supported my daughter having joined from another nursery that closed due to Covid19. From day 1 my daughter felt part of the Busy Bees family and has gained confidence, friendship and learnt
so much to become more independent before starting school.
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Review from Becky M (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our experience with Busy Bees Meridian has been a great one. From welcoming my daughter from 1yo to her recent development difficulties. They have been instrumental in spotting things early and providing my daughter with care over and above expectations. They have a wonderful ethos and are always doing
wonderful activities with the children. My daughter loves it there and I'm so glad that we chose them. Special mention to my daughter's key worker for her unwavering support and to the manager for her support and managing a fantastic service.
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Review from Rena P (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Have been using Busy Bees for both of my children for now soon to be 7 years! The nursery has gone from strength to strength and would recommend to all, with eldest at school it was clear to see how much easier it was to get him transitioned to a school setting as Busy Bees had already done this at
foundation class, all the staff are fantastic and are happy to help and have interests of all children at heart.
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Review from Arti B (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Busy Bee's for the last 2 years and has loved going to nursery from day one. The staff have been so supportive and encouraging and this is reflected through the progress, development and growth I have seen in my daughter over the last 2 years. We recently increased her nursery
days to 3 from the original 2 days as she enjoys it so much. The contribution Busy bees has made in preparing my daughter for school has been brilliant and I'm grateful to the whole team for their dedication towards building a solid foundation for our children.
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Review from Christina S (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When looking for a nursery as a parent you want the best for your child, the reassurance your child is in good hands and Busy Bees does that and more. The staff are lovely and caring and I know my little one loves it. I honestly couldn’t recommend them enough.
It’s a 10/10 for me!
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Review from Sukhjeevan N (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery setting has been the setting for both our daughters. We have seen both girls blossom and develop into confident, intelligent little girls and could not ask for more from the modern day angels that work here. Safety, security, fun and happiness are here in abundance.
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.723)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.723) out of 10 for Busy Bees Leicester Meridian 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 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.8 out of 5 from 20 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 4.954 for Busy Bees Leicester Meridian is calculated as follows: ( (230 Excellents x 5) + (9 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 240 Ratings = 4.954
  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 4.769 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Leicester Meridian is based on 20 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 130 number of registered child places is 26. 20 Positive Reviews ÷ 26 = 0.769
  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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Carly

Carly Ward

Job Title: Centre Director

Hello, my name is Carly and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Leicester Meridian.

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