Busy Bees Leicester Meridian

Meridian Leisure Park, Meridian Way, Braunstone, Leicester LE19 1JZ
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  • 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 (137)

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Busy Bees Leicester Meridian has a Review Score of 10 (9.957) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Leicester Meridian has 137 reviews.

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Review from Joana F (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined the nursery when he was only 5 months and we can see how well he's progressing. He loves going to Busy Bees every day and see how happy he is there. He's really engaged with the team in general, so we don't see any communication barriers, being bilingual.
The communication between nursery/parents
via the Parent Zone is excellent, we are always on track of what's happening during the day, and for me, I find it really important to see a bit of my son's daily life at the nursery. The team, in general, is really friendly and always available to answer any questions. I cannot recommend it enough.
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Review from Nat (Mother of Child) published on 23 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Busy Bees just over 1-year-old. She is now in the pre-school room 3-5's. I was very anxious about leaving her at the start 2 days a week, but the manager and her team put me at ease from day one. Now at 3 years old and in the pre-school room my daughter is there each day and really
enjoys it. She is learning new skills and her development is well observed. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Busy Bees Meridian.
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Review from Aimee K (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started this nursery at 3 months old and is currently in the pre-school foundation class. Meridian Busy Bees has helped her through her journey exceptionally well and I couldn’t fault them in any way. The staff are polite and the nursery is a fulfilling happy place! Thank you to all the
staff at Busy Bees Meridian. We will miss you when it’s time to move on to our daughter's next chapter. I would highly recommend this nursery to children of all ages!
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Review from Petra (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started to attend Busy Bees during the pandemic after our original nursery refused to accept her. And we are very pleased how that turned out, as we couldn't ask for a better nursery. We are comfortable dropping our little girl in the morning as she is very excited to go there. My little
girl is very shy around her carers but they are taking their time and planning activities to help her come out of her 'shell'. Since she started to attend the Busy Bees, she has grown into an independent, clever little girl. Thank you very much to every member of the team for keeping our children safe during the pandemic. They adapted very quickly to a new 'normal'.
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Review from Rebecca (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, very friendly and professional staff. I feel totally at ease leaving my child, as I know she is so well looked after. My daughter loves attending and has made some great friends. My daughter's attendance at the nursery will definitely make the transition to school easier.
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Review from Emma F (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended the nursery since she was 5 months old and she’ll be leaving in August to start primary school. My partner and I have always been so happy with the nursery, the staff are lovely and nurturing the learning and play opportunities are great! Despite attending between 2 and 4 days
a week, my daughter never complains about going, and never appears bored/lonely etc. My daughter’s development is exactly where it should be, if not above, and we thank the nursery for their input. The nursery’s efforts to support and keep everyone safe during COVID is not unnoticed either, thank you Busy Bees.
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Review from Victoria F (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees has been amazing. Their reaction to the pandemic has been exemplary. My children have thrived at the nursery, the staff are wonderful. I have been able to buy extra sessions to fit around my work. It's been a real comfort to know that they are well looked after.
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Review from Obi C (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees is an outstanding institution. The team are managed extremely well by the manager and co. The level of service provision has far exceeded my expectations.
The adoption of the ParentZone application is great, keeping me informed of my daughter's activities (including feeds, sleep, and
play). Further, and perhaps most importantly, the team have been quick to call both parents with any pressing issues, such as illness.
A final mention to my daughter's key worker, who has played an instrumental role in my toddler's development. It is warming to hear my 2-year-old daughter speaking so fondly of all her teachers/carers.
A key indicator of the outstanding service is the simple case that I am able to work in peace, knowing that my daughter is in a safe, loving, and nurturing environment.


Thank you Busy Bees!

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Review from M A H (Father of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending this nursery since September 2020 and started in the 0-2 years. She has recently moved upto 2-3 year olds.


Staff in each room have been fantastic. Like any new parent we obviously had concerns of many 'issues' with our little one not doing this or that, but with advice

and help from the staff, any concerns we had always went away.


My little one has a special dietary requirement and the staff have always been helpful and make sure her requirements are always met.


We are so glad we found this nursery, from the moment we saw the rooms and staff and the way kids were around the staff, we knew it would be the right one.

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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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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.957)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.957) 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 29 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 29 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 4.957 for Busy Bees Leicester Meridian is calculated as follows: ( (332 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 346 Ratings = 4.957
  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 Leicester Meridian is based on 29 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 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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, which has been reached with 29 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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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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