Busy Bees Macclesfield

Poplar Road, South Park, Macclesfield SK11 8AT
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9.9 189 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Macclesfield, Macclesfield
Busy Bees Macclesfield provide endless opportunities for children to thrive during their time at nursery. So, whether your child enjoys exploring the outdoors, taking safe risks while supervised by staff, or enjoying a nutritious meal with their friends, there is something for every child to enjoy!

The highly experienced team are dedicated in providing the best care to help support every child in their developmental journey. To help prepare your child for the next big step in their education, Busy Bees follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The enthusiastic team plan a wide range of exciting and stimulating activities in line with the EYFS framework to help to enable children to learn whilst having fun.

The caring staff proactively support every child throughout each stage of their development to ensure they have the best start in life. So, for those little ones who still require more close care and attention, there is a dedicated baby room with comfortable cots, sensory play toys and comfortable chairs for much-needed cuddles.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rebecca Sigley (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 33

Total Places for Children

  • 98

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 & New Year

Busy Bees Macclesfield Reviews (189)

9.9

Busy Bees Macclesfield has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.935) out of 10, based on 41 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Macclesfield has 189 reviews.

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Review from Beth R (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves attending pre-school at Busy Bees, every day is different with a wide range of activities and she comes home telling us new words and things she has learned every day. She has a great bond with the room staff especially her key worker.
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Review from A H (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been at Busy Bees for 3 years now. Our son loves being here and constantly tells us everything he's done during the day, from outdoor races to painting. The staff are always professional and friendly and make an effort to focus on individual children's needs.
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Review from R P (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been delighted with the setting since our daughter began at age 9 months. Now aged 3, we can see the positive impact of the caring, attentive staff. We would recommend to anyone.
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Review from Lauren S (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has the most brilliant time at Busy Bees and has for years now. We are so pleased with the care and attention he receives and he thrives under the care of the staff.
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Review from Jennifer W (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love all the staff at Busy Bees. Our two boys have both lvoed their time at Busy Bees.
Our second child is currently in preschool and has built excellent relationships with the staff. He is getting a lot of confidence from the learning activities and structure of the days. He enjoys the breakfast
slot and the food + throughout the day
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Review from E S (Mother of Child) published on 11 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees, and all the staff are absolutely amazing. To see our daughter, who has been with them since she was 11 months, flourish and grow in such confidence, is wonderful. We love everyone at Busy Bees, and our daughter has such a briliant time.
We are going to miss everyone when she leaves for school.
Thank
you everyone.
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Review from Chloe-Amelia S (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really friendly staff, I feel that my daughter is happy & safe & that's so important to us. She has built good relationships with the staff & has really settled in well since starting 6 weeks ago.
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Review from Victoria P (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are incredible, very informative about progress of child + listen to parent's view. The space + learning help with development + focus on child's confidence. We love it here + so grateful.
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Review from Hannah G (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been very happy with Busy Bees since our son stared in October 2025. All the staff have been so friendly and show so much care and attention to him. We have also noticed a big jump in his development too. Thank you Busy Bees!
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Review from Kat T (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son loves his time in preschool. We couldn't be happier about the care and nurture he receives, especially from his key worker. Thank you for all you do for him, he will be sad to go in September.
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Review from Simon S (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We find Busy Bees to be exceptional in every regard. Our daughter loves it.
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Review from R D (Father of Child) published on 29 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very pleased! The staff are amazing! Couldn't ask for better people to look after my child.
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Review from Rachel H (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely staff - lots of support. Settled in well and great transition.
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Review from Jennifer M (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The experience of the preschool at Busy Bees for my child has been wonderful. She always talks fondly of the warm, approachable staff and the various, engaging activities they have on offer each day. I love how much time they get to spend outside and how the staff consciously tailor activities to the
interests of the children. This is outstanding childcare.
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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff have been very welcoming and clear on what to expect. My child has settled in really well and we're so pleased that he's getting exposure to so many varied activities and people. Thank you for everything that you all continue to do for him.
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Review from Peter S (Father of Child) published on 15 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic, my daughter always comes home happy. She learns new skills and words. Always smiling on pickup. The app is regularly updated to keep us informed of her progress. Food is brilliant, the staff are amazing. Friends happy to help and always positive.
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Review from Daniel B (Father of Child) published on 11 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff are caring, compassionate and fun to be around. There isn't anywhere else I would want to send my children.
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Review from Mark B (Father of Child) published on 11 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees have been absolutely incredible and have offered such amazing levels of care and support to our boy. Being able to see his development and growth, especially in his preschool room is a job to see. We are so grateful to the manager and the team for the support they provide.
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Review from Megan B (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been at Busy Bees now for the last 3 years and both our daughter and recently our son absolutely loves it here. The staff are so good on every level. They treasure me that my little boy is doing well and I know he is safe, loved and well cared for. And my 4-year-old dive is beaming to go and
play, learn and develop friendships. She loves the staff and hugs them goodbye every day.
A few issues with the Busy Bees funding team but now sorted. Overall very happy.
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Review from Charlotte H (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Reallly happy with the care and activities on offer for my child. Would definitely recommend.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.935)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.935) out of 10 for Busy Bees Macclesfield 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 41 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 41 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 4.935 for Busy Bees Macclesfield is calculated as follows: ( (459 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 491 Ratings = 4.935
  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 Macclesfield is based on 41 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 98 number of registered child places is 19.6, which has been reached with 41 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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Rebecca

Rebecca sigley

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2023

I began working at Busy Bees in August 2023, I Have a BA Hons Degree in early childhood studies. I have been working in childcare for over 18 years and my passion is focusing on the wellbeing of my children and staff. I have a Cache Level 2 in SEND. I have certificates in both Paediatric First Aid and First Aid at Work. I am also the named Designated Safeguarding Lead. I’m incredibly proud of our Nursery and everything that we do, especially winning an award for being recognised as a top 20 recommended nursery in the North West 2023. It is so nice to know that the emphasis we place on ensuring Busy Bees Macclesfield provides all of our babies and children with the best start in life is noticed. I am so passionate about the Nursery and ensure all the things we do and provide for the children make every day amazing.

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