Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells

Silverdale Road, Tunbridge Wells TN4 9HU
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9.8 58 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells, Tunbridge Wells
Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells is a well-established nursery and pre-school just a quick 6-minute walk from High Booms Train Station. With space for 90 children aged 3 months to 5 years, it’s a vibrant, buzzing community full of energy and learning.

At Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells there is an experienced staff team who are ready to support your child and your family by planning a variety of stimulating activities for the children in a safe and caring and nurturing environment. Each child will be assigned a key person who will document your child's development throughout their time at the nursery in their own individual 'learning journey'. This is provided via an online app meaning that this can be constantly accessed by parents and will keep you well informed. The nursery has a lovely garden space for children to explore and learn outdoors every day come rain or shine.

With excellent transport links nearby to Tunbridge Wells Town Centre and into London, Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells is the perfect place to give your child the best start in life!
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Dan Wilson (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 90

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Please see our website for full details. We do have a fee/funding calculator available on our website for ease of use and our management team are available to discuss the best routes possible.

  • We accept all types of funding and offer a lot of flexibility in offering our funding. We do have a fee/funding calculator available on our website for ease of use and our management team are available to discuss the best routes possible.

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

  • The nursery has a few onsite parking spots for easy drop off and pick ups.

Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells Reviews (58)

9.8

Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.763) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells has 58 reviews.

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Review from Vikki J (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Really like this nursery - my son is now in preschool, he hugely enjoys his time there and enjoys his meals.
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Review from Caroline (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm very happy with this nursery. The team are all great with my child. They do a diverse range of activities. They are really responsive if you have special requests. My son loves it there. They're willing to give advice. It's a lovely environment and my son has individual, strong relationships with
multiple members of the team, which is really lovely and reassuring to see.
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Review from James W (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter's time at nursery is limited - one day a week. She always comes home having had a good time and we get a sense that she's been well looked after and well fed!
She talks about her friends and the activities and is always happy to get stuck in when we drop her off, sometimes barely getting
a wave over one shoulder as we leave.
Thanks to everyone who works there!
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Review from Jo B (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son attends nursery 3.5 days a week and has a great time. He usually is a little upset at drop off and the nursery staff always have the time to settle him and make sure he is happy. He loves playing in the garden and enjoys the friendships he has made.
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Review from Stephanie C (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really happy with this nursery. My son is very well cared for and loves going. He does a range of activities in the day. All staff are friendly and I’m always happy with communication.
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Review from Vivienne S (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves all the fun and stimulating activities that the nursery always makes such an effort to provide for the children. The meals are nutritious and varied. The staff are friendly and I feel 100% comfortable with my child being in their care.
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Review from Kim C (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter thoroughly enjoys her time at Busy Bees!


The large open plan, modern and bright room is full of fun and educational toys situated in different playing areas which is a great way for them to independently choose what they would like to do, from reading the many books to playing in the

‘home and kitchen area’.


My daughter is rather sensitive, so it took her a while to settle in - the nursery staff were very understanding and they welcomed and comforted her. Every day there are activities for the children, from playing in the sand, painting to singing and dancing.

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Review from Hanna S (Mother of Child) published on 9 October 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Overall the standard of the nursery is good. The staff are great and really seem to care about the children.
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Review from Samantha E (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
This is a friendly nursery where the staff get to know all the children very well and ensure they enjoy their time while there.
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Review from Phil (Father of Child) published on 27 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Both of our boys went to this Nursery and the youngest is now on his own in the preschool room. They both have enjoyed their time at this Nursery.
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Review from Samantha O (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
This is the first time I have ever used a full-time nursery and was extremely nervous. However, the proof is in my child. He runs in each morning and seems totally comfortable with the environment and staff. The staff have always been friendly and give me good feedback each day when I collect. I enjoy
this as I can keep aware of what and how much my Son is eating and drinking and how he is progressing.
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Review from Emma R (Mother of Child) published on 27 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughters face lights up when she sees the staff in the morning (and the staff are happy to see her too!) and it makes it so much easier for me to leave her and go to work. She loves it here and lets out a little shriek of excitement as we get to the gates. She’s also really come on in her development
which is a bonus. Would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have two of our four children at the nursery, with our fourth joining in a few months.
Finding Busy Bees was one of the best things to happen since moving to the area a few years ago.
The staff are wonderful. They really care and form lovely relationships with the little ones. You always get a
warm, friendly welcome whenever you come in. It feels very homely, especially for the younger ones.
The garden area is brilliant and a particular favourite of my two. The food is brilliant and I have been shocked to hear of all the different things my children will try while they are there. We had never had any experience with the Montessori method before but I can now say it's been very helpful getting my daughter ready to start big school.


The staff are incredibly supportive of your own choices and parenting methods, for example with potty training. I cannot recommend this nursery higher. I will be very sad the day my youngest leaves for primary school.

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Review from Caroline (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been incredibly pleased with the care and attention my little girl has had since she started at 7 months. The staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable and I feel very confident leaving her in their care. There is a great range of activities offered and regular emails to keep parents updated.
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Review from Shelley B (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
When our son began nursery, he found it upsetting having us leave him, but the key workers were patient and kind, working with us until he was comfortable and felt secure. There is a fabulous range of facilities available, he has joined in on baking, making, crafting, bug hunts and more! Each of the
staff there know the children really well and you can see how happy and relaxed the children are.


Each month there are a number of different events-for charity, Christmas fair, recycling week-but each marks a chance for the children to do something fun and different whilst having the opportunity to learn and develop. There is plenty for the parents to get involved with too, from parents evenings, forums and different events. The children are encouraged and the nursery is keen to work with the parents, from aspects of development and behaviour. They have a learning journal which you are able to review and take home at any time which the key workers ensure is up to date and full of key observations.

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Review from Laura A (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery is perfectly located for us and even though my son only goes 2 days a week he looks forward to going and has made some lovely friends. The staff are friendly and welcoming and any questions/queries are answered promptly. The nursery itself is lovely and there are lots for the children to
do. They also have a great outdoor space. My son has been really happy here.
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Review from Lindsay W (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest child attended this nursery and I had no qualms about sending my youngest when I went back to work. All the staff are friendly and helpful not only to the children but to parents too. The children are provided with a wide range of activities both inside and outdoors, with lots of attention
on developing the children. There is regular feedback to parents about their children, for both their day-to-day activities and their longer-term development and well being.
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Review from Verity J (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very friendly welcoming environment both my children have been and loved spending time there. I would definitely recommend Busy Bees to friends.
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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Super nursery! Friendly and professional staff. Good range of activities. Has outside space which the children love. Food very good. Our child is very happy and confident here.
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Review from Jurate B (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one loves to go into this nursery. The staff are amazing and the atmosphere is very friendly.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.763)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.763) out of 10 for Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells 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 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 16 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 4.874 for Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells is calculated as follows: ( (168 Excellents x 5) + (22 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 191 Ratings = 4.874
  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 4.889 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Tunbridge Wells is based on 16 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 90 number of registered child places is 18. 16 Positive Reviews ÷ 18 = 0.889
  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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Dan

Dan Wilson

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2022

I started studying Childcare in 2008, and at the beginning of my course, I planned to be a primary school teacher. This wasn't until I did my Early Years placement that I realised that this was where my passion belonged. I completed my CACHE Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education in 2010 before joining the team where my placement had been. I took my first nursery manager role in 2017, where I completed a level 5 apprenticeship in Business and Management, and I joined Busy Bees in 2022. My passion for ensuring all children receive the best possible start to life is still burning bright, and this extends to my 2 children.

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