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A light and spacious interior is fully accessible to disabled children, which includes an imaginary play area, messy area and quiet area.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Full days available
YesGroup / Owner
- Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Jennie Lenagh (Centre Director)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 30
Total Places for Children
- 126
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee information for this nursery yet. Contact them for pricing.
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Busy Bees Ripon Reviews (53)
Busy Bees Ripon has a Review Score of 9.2 (9.151) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Ripon has 53 reviews.
The team are caring, supportive and...
The team are caring, supportive and attentive, and i always feel reassured knowing she is in such safe and loving hands. I'm so grateful for everything they do to help her learn and grow. I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a supportive place for their little one. Thank you to all the staff for everything!
Busy Bees Ripon is all outstanding nursery. All of the staff genuinely care about the children and take the time to get to know each child.
Busy Bees Ripon is all outstanding nursery. All of the staff genuinely care about the children and take the time to get to know each child.
Truly could not be happier with Busy Bees Ripon, my son has been there a year since he was 12 months old. The standard of care has been exceptional and he has loved attending since the start. He's now old enough to start telling us about his day and he is always happy and excited. We feel so lucky...
Truly could not be happier with Busy Bees Ripon, my son has been there a year since he was 12 months old. The standard of care has been exceptional and he has loved attending since the start. He's now old enough to start telling us about his day and he is always happy and excited. We feel so lucky to have found this nursery!
Really positive experience in the Bombos room, lots of different activities and time spent outside in the fresh air. Key worker has made a real effort to get to know child and has provided tailored activities. Attentive care for dermatology issues. Excellent contact with home.
Really positive experience in the Bombos room, lots of different activities and time spent outside in the fresh air. Key worker has made a real effort to get to know child and has provided tailored activities. Attentive care for dermatology issues. Excellent contact with home.
My son has attended Busy Bees Ripon since he was 10 months old and he is now nearly 3. All the staff who we have interactions with from chef, domestic and educator are fantastic. They are responsive and accomodating to any new needs and provide timely updates throughout the day via the incredible...
My son has attended Busy Bees Ripon since he was 10 months old and he is now nearly 3. All the staff who we have interactions with from chef, domestic and educator are fantastic. They are responsive and accomodating to any new needs and provide timely updates throughout the day via the incredible easy use app. The best sign for me as a parent is my son is happy at drop off and again at pickups.
Mason loves Busy Bees always happy to go in and always full of exciting stories of his day when I return to collect him, I can go to work with ease that my child is well cared for and happy, staff are all lovely and attentive.
Mason loves Busy Bees always happy to go in and always full of exciting stories of his day when I return to collect him, I can go to work with ease that my child is well cared for and happy, staff are all lovely and attentive.
Since we've put Cody into nursery when he was 1 year old we've had a brilliant experience with busy bees in Ripon all the staff have been brilliant and made me feel reassured and confident in their care. Chelsea nursery manager is fantastic and very responsive. Always doing lots of fun activities...
Since we've put Cody into nursery when he was 1 year old we've had a brilliant experience with busy bees in Ripon all the staff have been brilliant and made me feel reassured and confident in their care. Chelsea nursery manager is fantastic and very responsive. Always doing lots of fun activities and with it been so flexible around work we have decided to keep Cody in until he starts reception.
I cannot speak highly enough of Busy Bees Ripon, all the staff are so lovely and are absolutely fantastic at what they do. My child has thrived in the time they have spent there. It is always clean and welcoming and such a homely place, I wish I could go there myself! My child is always very happy...
I cannot speak highly enough of Busy Bees Ripon, all the staff are so lovely and are absolutely fantastic at what they do. My child has thrived in the time they have spent there. It is always clean and welcoming and such a homely place, I wish I could go there myself! My child is always very happy and content when I drop and pick them up, well fed and well looked after. The staff are also brilliant in their communication on my child's wellbeing and other things.
Our little boy started part-time at Busy Bees aged 18 months. He has been here for almost 9 months now and loves it. The staff are all so lovely. The children are all really well cared for and have lots of fun. The meals are all healthy and nutritious. Definitely recommend to anyone.
Our little boy started part-time at Busy Bees aged 18 months. He has been here for almost 9 months now and loves it. The staff are all so lovely. The children are all really well cared for and have lots of fun. The meals are all healthy and nutritious. Definitely recommend to anyone.
My little boy has attended Busy Bees since he was four months old, I honestly cannot praise the team highly enough. During his time there, he has been through complex health issues, the nursery has supported not only him, but our whole family, every step of the way. They consistently go above and...
My little boy has attended Busy Bees since he was four months old, I honestly cannot praise the team highly enough. During his time there, he has been through complex health issues, the nursery has supported not only him, but our whole family, every step of the way. They consistently go above and beyond to meet his individual care needs, working closely with multiple health professionals and facilitating visits at the nursery to make things as easy as possible for him and for us. As his needs have changed, the team have willingly learned, adapted and undertaken training to use new equipment and provide the care he requires. Nothing ever feels like too much trouble, and we have always felt completely supported. I never worry about him when he is there. I know he is safe, cared for and genuinely loved. When you're navigating incredibly difficult and uncertain times as a parent, having that level of trust in the people caring for your child means more than I can put into words.
I was initially very anxious about putting my daughter into nursery, but from the moment we were shown around, the staff did a great job of putting us at ease. We were given lots of information without feeling overwhelmed, and the settling-in sessions were brilliant. We were reassured that we could...
I was initially very anxious about putting my daughter into nursery, but from the moment we were shown around, the staff did a great job of putting us at ease. We were given lots of information without feeling overwhelmed, and the settling-in sessions were brilliant. We were reassured that we could have extra sessions if she needed them, which really helped my anxiety. The staff are friendly, welcoming and always happy to answer questions. The nursery is always clean, my daughter is always clean when I collect her, and there is a great variety of food and activities. The app is regularly updated, which is lovely as I can see what she's been doing. The end-of-day handovers are also really good. Most importantly, my little girl is always happy to go in and happy when I pick her up, which gives me so much reassurance. I couldn't be happier with our experience so far.
Busy Bees Ripon is an exceptional nursery. Our daughter joined last July and her development has been a joy to watch. She has been consistently occupied with creative and insightful activities, has formed strong bonds with her key workers and we are so pleased with how much she looks forward to...
Busy Bees Ripon is an exceptional nursery. Our daughter joined last July and her development has been a joy to watch. She has been consistently occupied with creative and insightful activities, has formed strong bonds with her key workers and we are so pleased with how much she looks forward to coming each morning. From a parent's perspective, the help and support we've had has been invaluable. Every staff member has been caring and considered our daughter's individual circumstances and has felt like the "village" all parents should have. We have the utmost trust and confidence in the centre director and her team and are so pleased we chose to send our daughter to Ripon.
My daughter has been a part of the Busy Bees family for the past 3 years and from the outset she has loved every minute, more so in recent months since being in the Buzz room! Whilst exhausted after her busy days she is always keen to update on the great day she has. From educational and learning...
My daughter has been a part of the Busy Bees family for the past 3 years and from the outset she has loved every minute, more so in recent months since being in the Buzz room! Whilst exhausted after her busy days she is always keen to update on the great day she has. From educational and learning new things to having fun with friends she really does have the best day every day! This is without doubt down to the great staff and management, who all take great care, to not only make sure the children are learning but enjoy doing so. The staff are friendly and approachable and always give a detailed rundown of the day the children have had. It is reassuring as a full-time worker that my daughter is in safe hands and enjoys her days at Busy Bees!
Busy Bees Nursery is outstanding! My little boy has Autism and the nursery has been fantastic. The staff are always helpful and friendly and go above and beyond. My little boy is very happy there!
Busy Bees Nursery is outstanding! My little boy has Autism and the nursery has been fantastic. The staff are always helpful and friendly and go above and beyond. My little boy is very happy there!
My daughter has attended Busy Bees Ripon since she was 9 months old and is now about to join the preschool room in her final year. Since the start Busy Bees has provided such a nurturing environment, with lots of engaging activities for my child. The staff go above and beyond, creating a safe and...
My daughter has attended Busy Bees Ripon since she was 9 months old and is now about to join the preschool room in her final year. Since the start Busy Bees has provided such a nurturing environment, with lots of engaging activities for my child. The staff go above and beyond, creating a safe and welcoming space for all of the children to learn and grow. My daughter goes running in each morning and is so happy every day I pick her up. As a mother, I totally appreciate the regular updates I get on my daughter’s day through the app and the communication from both her key workers and the nursery manager is amazing. Thanks so much for all of your dedicated hard work and for allowing my daughter to flourish in her early years.
Amazing staff, who genuinely care about the children and their development. From day one, I have felt so happy and relaxed with sending my children to this nursery and my children have thrived during their time.
Amazing staff, who genuinely care about the children and their development. From day one, I have felt so happy and relaxed with sending my children to this nursery and my children have thrived during their time.
40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. We’re celebrating our milestone year and we invite you to join us! Visit our Busy Bees...
Hello, thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re glad you’re giving your little one the best start in life with us.40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. We’re celebrating our milestone year and we invite you to join us! Visit our Busy Bees website or search for ’40 years Busy Bees’ and find out more and how to take part. We’re grateful for your trust and the opportunity to provide your child with the best start in life. Best wishes, Busy Bees.
The staff are absolutely fantastic with my son and I would highly recommend Busy Bees Ripon. They are knowledgeable and caring. A few more photos would be nice, but I'd much rather my son was being cared for as well as he is, than staff having to spend time on apps, distracted from the children.
The staff are absolutely fantastic with my son and I would highly recommend Busy Bees Ripon. They are knowledgeable and caring. A few more photos would be nice, but I'd much rather my son was being cared for as well as he is, than staff having to spend time on apps, distracted from the children.
40 years of Busy Bees - 40 years of best beginnings. Join us as we celebrate our milestone year, visit our Busy Bees website or search for 40 years Busy Bees to...
Hello, We love reading feedback like this! Thank you for sharing it with us; we will pass on your lovely comments to the team at Ripon!40 years of Busy Bees - 40 years of best beginnings. Join us as we celebrate our milestone year, visit our Busy Bees website or search for 40 years Busy Bees to find out more and how to participate! We're grateful for your trust and the opportunity to provide your child with the best start in life.
Best Wishes, Busy Bees.
Both my children attend Busy Bees Ripon Day Nursery, and we couldn't be happier. My youngest is aged 16 months and since starting his confidence has grown. The staff have taken the time to get to know him, they clearly care about him and always do their best to make his day a good one. When he is...
My daughter is having such a good time in the preschool room. She's made good friends, grown in confidence and has developed a passion for learning. Again - the staff have gotten to know her, they care about her and they've developed a fantastic learning culture that will set the kids up well for school.
I'm a teacher myself - and I can see clearly that all the building blocks for starting school are being carefully constructed.
This is just a wonderful environment to send your little ones. Excellent care, good food and wonderful outdoor space.
We love reading feedback like this! Thank you for sharing it with us; we will pass on your lovely comments to the team at Ripon. Best wishes, Busy Bees
Honestly, cannot praise this nursery enough. My son went from 2 years old until school age and my daughter started there at 9 months old. They are super supportive, I love the updates I receive on the app and the photos and they couldn't do more for the kids in their care. Cannot recommend enough.
Honestly, cannot praise this nursery enough. My son went from 2 years old until school age and my daughter started there at 9 months old. They are super supportive, I love the updates I receive on the app and the photos and they couldn't do more for the kids in their care. Cannot recommend enough.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We're glad you're giving your little ones the best start in life with us. Best wishes, Busy Bees
I really cannot fault the staff at Busy Bees Ripon Day Nursery, my little boy has been going since May last year and it has been absolutely amazing. Brilliant communication with how he is developing, what he's done day to day and things they are going to work on with him to help his development.
I really cannot fault the staff at Busy Bees Ripon Day Nursery, my little boy has been going since May last year and it has been absolutely amazing. Brilliant communication with how he is developing, what he's done day to day and things they are going to work on with him to help his development.
Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Ripon nursery. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Awards / Recognitions (1)
- 01 Mar 2018Recipient: Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd
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Meet the Team (1)

Hi, I am Jennie.
I have worked for Busy Bees since July 2018 and have been at the Ripon Centre since January 2021 after having my own little boy. I...
Hi, I am Jennie.
I have worked for Busy Bees since July 2018 and have been at the Ripon Centre since January 2021 after having my own little boy. I hold a Level 4 NVQ in Childcare and Development and am currently studying towards my Level 5 Lead Practitioner.
I have always had a passion for childcare and have worked in the sector since 2006, either in Nursery settings, children's centres or as a family support worker.
I am dedicated to ensuring that every child who comes through the doors is given the best care and opportunities to learn and grow. I believe in building strong working relationships with parents and carers as we support the children in their early years.
I am proud to lead my team and strive to support them as they develop and grow their own knowledge and skills in Childcare.
Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Ripon
What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Ripon accepts?
Busy Bees Ripon accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Ripon Open?
Busy Bees Ripon is open: 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.
How many Children does Busy Bees Ripon have capacity for?
Busy Bees Ripon has capacity for a total of 126 Children.
How far is Busy Bees Ripon to the centre of Ripon?
0.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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