Busy Bees Wootton Fields

Wootton Fields Centre, Wootton Hope Drive, Wootton, Northampton NN4 6DY
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9.6 90 Reviews
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Busy Bees in Wootton Fields offers children a stimulating environment where they have access to an entire range of exciting activities and engaging learning resources.

The nursery caters for children from babies through to preschoolers, and provides a space for children of every age to flourish. Each of the nursery rooms are tailored to suit different age groups with a wide range of age-appropriate facilities on offer to help support their development. The team support children by following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, ensuring they have the very best early years education whilst also preparing them for school.

The spacious garden areas provide covered spaces for your little one to enjoy being outside no matter the weather. The mud kitchen and vegetable patch gives children opportunities to learn whilst enjoying being in the fresh air.

The team work hard to ensure children are always learning and having fun while at the nursery, and the Busy Bees' learning and development app ‘UP’ offers a range of information and advice for you to support your child's progress at home too.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Danielle Nash (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 25

Total Places for Children

  • 104

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

Parking

  • Easily accessible, free car park outside nursery

Busy Bees Wootton Fields Reviews (90)

9.6

Busy Bees Wootton Fields has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.575) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Wootton Fields has 90 reviews.

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Review from Kelly MB (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are very friendly and my daughter sees them as friends at nursery. She loves going and gets very excited in the morning to go! The nursery has also been very supportive whilst potty training.
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Review from Trupti K (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended this nursery since September 2020. The staff were great in helping him settle in and are always friendly and welcoming. The parent app is updated regularly with photos and observations as well as nappy changes and meals. Overall, a lovely nursery with attentive staff.
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Review from Tanya B (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
With the craziness around Covid still going on, and parents work circumstances and commitments ever-changing, the nursery has been incredibly accommodating with the flexibility with the school hours for our children. I can’t express my thanks enough for always understanding that circumstances change
and I do understand how much admin gets done behind the scenes to make sure billing is done correctly and catering is in place at short notice for our kids. You all (from admin to teachers) are not only fantastic with our kids and have their best interests at heart, but you express those values to the patents as well. I thank each and every one of you for all that you do. The best choice I could have made to put my child in the Nursery, he has made so many friends, learnt a lot and comes home very happy every day.
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Review from Sarah T (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my son (1) and daughter (3) attend here. My daughter is in preschool now but has gone through every room. They are both very happy to go into their rooms each morning following a cuddle with their keyworker. The staff are all very friendly and always have time to talk through any concerns or questions
I have. The parent zone app gives me updates, photos and observations throughout the day which help me know what they're doing and gives updates on sleep, nappies, food etc.
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Review from Sai P (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have always felt safe leaving my little boy in the care of Busy Bees Wootton branch staff. My son used to ask me to take him to nursery even over the weekend. He misses all the staffs and the children. The branch manager is very kind and efficient in every aspect. I would recommend this branch to
all my family and friends.
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Review from Adam S (Father of Child) published on 8 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son needed time off from nursery it wasn't a problem. Didn't know when his return date would be at the time, but at short notice, they allowed him back. Also at short notice, the nursery let him adjust his days/hours attending which normally you have to give a notice period. The staff are warm friendly
and welcoming and nothing is any bother for them. They always give 1000% to find the best possible solutions for you and your child. Highly recommended!
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Review from Payman K (Father of Child) published on 18 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my girls attend Wootton Fields Busy Bees (aged 2 and 4). I find the care and attention to my children has been fantastic. The staff really care and always go that extra mile to make sure that the children are happy and fulfilled with the day's activities. I also find that they support their
educational needs perfectly, as both my daughters are learning new things daily that they show off to me when they get home. I also feel the process/guidelines that they follow for Covid has been exceptional, giving me the confidence that they are as safe as can be on a daily basis.
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Review from Angela K (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees is the best nursery. The managers help with everything I need, the staff are excellent and my twins are very happy going there. They are teaching them so much, I love this nursery. Wootton Fields Busy Bees, I recommend very highly.
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Review from Mikaela W (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
With having such a huge gap with lockdown, my son was welcomed back with high enthusiasm and he soon got right back into the swing of things. My son loves going to nursery and loves the adults he interacts with and the activities set up for him during the day. I cannot recommend this nursery highly
enough.
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Review from Shannon K (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Busy Bees for quite some time now. And has learned so much and made so many friends. The staff are welcoming, supportive and amazing with what they do.
Thay made me and my son feel so welcome and I would highly recommend them to any parent in the future.
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Review from Helen C (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son continues to thrive at Busy Bees. The staff have been a huge support to us. My son is a late talker who struggled in social situations and his development since being at preschool has been incredible. He cannot wait to attend his sessions and has a brilliant connection with the staff.
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Review from Saurabh K (Father of Child) published on 29 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very good nursery. They take care of the children very well. Lots of activities to keep children learning. Their standards for health and well-being are very high. I am proud that my daughter is going to the best nursery in Northamptonshire.
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Review from Sarah T (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to nursery here. All the staff are always friendly, the food must be great as she eats it all! I love seeing her day through the parent portal and getting updates on her sleep and nappies, etc. I also love the monthly observations where we get updates on what she's been doing
relevant to EYFS. Through the current Coronovirus pandemic the nursery has been extremely proactive with communication to all parents and taking all the security measures needed to reopen safely without taking away from the close contact/support they give the children.
Reply from Gemma Kamali, Manager at Busy Bees Wootton Fields
Thank you for your valued feedback Sarah. We are very pleased to welcome you both back to the centre and appreciate you choosing us as your childcare provider.
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Review from Carina S (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic setting, super dedicated staff, the level of care is amazing and I could not wish for a more enthusiastic and caring team.
I feel so safe leaving my son there, he is so happy going to nursery!
Reply from Gemma Kamali, Manager at Busy Bees Wootton Fields
Thank you for your valued feedback. We are pleased to welcome you back to the centre and thank you for choosing us as your childcare provider.
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Review from Hayley M (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since returning from Covid the nursery have been incredible!!! I feel at ease whilst my daughter is at nursery as I know that they have considered every step before bringing the children back. The staff have been nothing short of amazing and I know that in situations like this that I chose the right
nursery for my daughter. I love everything about the nursery from the staff to the environment. I remember when I chose this nursery I visited a few beforehand and as soon as I stepped into this nursery I just knew it was the one I wanted and every time my child attends I know I made the right decision and the situation we have been up against has just shown me I made the right choice. Incredible nursery with the friendliest staff.
Reply from Gemma Kamali, Manager at Busy Bees Wootton Fields
Thank you for your valued feedback Hayley. We are glad to welcome you both back to the centre and thank you for choosing us as your childcare provider.
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Review from Houda B (Mother of Child) published on 2 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Management and finance team are excellent, I got lots of help from them. Key workers sometimes not showing interest of understanding children behaviour and teach them new skills.
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Review from Inga L (Mother of Child) published on 1 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff, all very helpful. Great atmosphere in the nursery. My little one really likes going there.
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Review from Hannah N (Mother of Child) published on 1 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has only been in Busy Bees for a couple of weeks now but he seems to be loving it. He goes in happy and comes home happy, I’m always told about his day and how he has got on which helps me feel relaxed about leaving him. The staff are friendly and welcoming, they always seem happy to see him.
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Review from Rachel M (Mother of Child) published on 1 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very good nursery and my daughter received a lovely Xmas present which was her own Busy Bees Rucksack.
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Review from Alex (Mother of Child) published on 1 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely and friendly staff. Good clean facilities. Easy to find. Very helpful with queries and concerns. I have no complaints. Love the fact that meals are included in the fees too, rather than an add on. Very happy with how my child is looked after.
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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.575)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.575) out of 10 for Busy Bees Wootton Fields is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 18 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 4.710 for Busy Bees Wootton Fields is calculated as follows: ( (179 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) + (1 Poors x 2) + (3 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 224 Ratings = 4.71
  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 4.865 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Wootton Fields is based on 18 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 104 number of registered child places is 20.8. 18 Positive Reviews ÷ 20.8 = 0.865
  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 (3)

Danielle

Danielle Nash

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2016

I would like to introduce myself; my name is Danielle.


I have worked at Busy Bees Northampton Wootton Fields for over 9 years, starting as an apprentice to my position now as Centre Director. I hold a Level 3 in both Early Years and Leadership and Management.


Providing the foundation for future learning and success is what I am passionate about. As a bonus, I am fortunate to lead a team that shares this passion.


We look forward to welcoming your family to our outstanding centre.

Emma

Emma Metcalf

Job Title: Assistant Centre Director Joined: 2018

My name is Emma and I am a joint assistant Centre Director here at Busy Bees, Wootton Fields.


I started my journey within Busy Bees Nurseries in 2018.


I am committed to providing high-quality childcare in a safe and stimulating environment and ensuring all children receive the best start in life.

Sally

Sally Gibbs

Job Title: Assistant Centre Director Joined: 2004

My name is Sally and I am a joint assistant Centre Director here at Busy Bees, Wootton Fields.


I started my journey within Busy Bees Nurseries in 2004. I hold a Level 3 in Early Years.


The incredible team here at Wootton Fields is long-standing and is truly dedicated to their roles within our centre.

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