Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park

66 Haling Park Road, South Croydon CR2 6NF
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9.8 56 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park, South Croydon
Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park is a friendly nursery setting offering children a place where they can have fun and socialise whilst also learning to be confident and curious.

The team focus on making every day fun whist promoting the development of all children at every age and stage. The wide range of activities and resources as well as the carefully designed environment ensure there is something to engage each child and encourage them to learn at a pace that suits them. Following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, the team also work hard to prepare children for their next steps.

Children benefit from a large garden outdoors, where they can continue the fun whilst enjoying the fresh air. The nursery also offers additional learning opportunities, from football to cooking classes, there is never a dull day at Busy Bees.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Akaysha Ellis (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 30

Total Places for Children

  • 67

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full Day 7.30am-6.30pm:


    - 0-2 Year olds - £90.00
    - 2-3 Year olds - £90.00
    - 3-5 Year olds - £81.50

  • Fees will include all meals, drinks and snacks prepared on site by our Nursery Chef.
    Sibling Discounts also available (Terms & Conditions apply)

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays only

Parking

  • Parking facilities on site at front of building.

Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park Reviews (56)

9.8

Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.776) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park has 56 reviews.

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Review from Nikola M (Father of Child) published on 22 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is very nice with polite and gentle staff. My son is 3 years there and he enjoyed. I'll recommend to another parents or friends.
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words! Thank you for your continuous support as we continue to strive in giving your little one the best start in life.
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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child will be starting school in September after being with Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park since he was 3 months old. My experience with the nursery has been great - the team are super supportive and they've had my child's best interests at heart from start to finish. I've had a wonderful experience
with the nursery and would highly recommend them.
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Review from Nikolay M (Father of Child) published on 30 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Just want to say a huge thank you to all of the staff.
Great staff, excellent performance and everything was lovely. I will recommend it to all my friends.
Please keep all your positivity and wish you all the best!
Thank you!
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words! Thank you for your continuous support as we continue to strive in giving your little one the best start in life.
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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our family loves Busy Bees. All the staff are caring and welcoming, and are also available to attend to our son's needs. They are flexible and have different options that suit our routine, thank you Busy Bees!
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we appreciate your kind words! Thank you for your continuous support as we continue to strive in giving your little one the best start in life.
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Review from Sabeena N (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love this nursery, my son has been attending here since he was 2 years old, he was nonverbal and diagnosed with autism. Busy Bees has not only supported my son through his diagnosis with amazing support, love and care, they have also been amazing at helping with his speech, he is now so vocal
and honestly, my son is now 4 and is excelling so much. So sad he is now leaving to start school. Staff are amazing and friendly and you can tell they love the kids as their own. So attentive and definitely tailored to my son's needs, I was never worried about leaving my son at nursery. Would give ten stars if I could! Thank you Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park for everything, you have been more than amazing and we are so sad to be leaving!
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words! Thank you for your continuous support as we continue to strive in giving your little one the best start in life.
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Review from M K (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It’s really a great experience with Busy Bees.
In starting, I was worried but it’s quite normal with every child to settle in but now my son is very happy to go to his preschool.
He likes to stay there longer.
I really appreciate the manager.
One member of staff my son gave a nickname to is really
very nice and polite. When he saw her at the door, receiving him, he smiled and looks more happy. Also, he likes another member of staff that he gave a nickname to, also a very nice teacher, my son loves his company. He likes another member of staff too.
All staff are very nice and good.
Thanks Bussy Bee team for treating him to settle in nicely.
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review; we really appreciate your kind words! Thank you for continuing to support us as we continue to give your little one the best start in life.
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Review from E B (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Busy Bee Nursery for our child. From the moment we enrolled, the care and attention to detail have been exceptional. The staff truly goes above and beyond to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for the children. Our daughter has flourished under
their guidance, and we've seen tremendous growth in his development, both socially and academically. The facilities are clean, safe, and thoughtfully designed to foster creativity and exploration. We have complete peace of mind knowing that she is in such capable and caring hands.
Also a special mention to two members of staff in particular as they have made settling so pleasant for our duaghter.
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we appreciate your kind words! Thank you for continuing to support us as we continue to give your little one the best start in life.
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Review from L M (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started the nursery a year ago and the team has continued to be helpful, friendly, and professional. The management and baby room staff are approachable and always accommodating where possible. The diversity within the team is great to see. Overall I appreciate the care and nurturing of my son
and have recommended the Haling Park Nursery location to a friend whose child now also attends.
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we appreciate your kind words! Thank you for continuing to support us as we continue to give your little one the best start in life.
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Review from Livia T (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I would like to commend Haling Park Busy Bees for the care and enthusiasm of the excellent carers in the babies' room. The carers are genuinely invested in the babies' well-being and development. It is so nice to see the loving care they give to all children. The facilities - mainly the sensory room
- need some upgrades. I also tend to receive newsletters halfway through the month, after some of the activities have already taken place, but in general, we are having a nice experience because the most important thing is the dedicated, affectionate care my child gets. Children are taught to share, care, respect and like one another. I love the personal, dedicated handovers we receive at the end of the day.
Reply from Latoya, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Hello, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your positive experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you're happy with the care provided at Busy Bees Haling Park. We wanted to…read more
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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 15 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was very nervous when starting my daughter, as this will be her 3rd nursery but the settling in and staff really helped her settle. Now she’s in more-school she has improved and is ready to go to school in September. They focus on phonics and she is confident in writing her name. She has been eating
well and she enjoys the food. They have supported her in toilet training and can’t say anything but the staff are lovely. They communicate and support with everything and happy for her to be here.
Reply from Louise Umpelby, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words! Thank you for continuing to support us as we continue to give your little one the best start in life.
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Review from Pepa P (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is very happy to be there! The staff are amazing and very kind!
My little one was very unsettled in the beginning but just for a week, she was absolutely fine! I would definitely recommend it!
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words! thank you for continuing to support us as we continue to give your little one the best start in life.
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Review from Clarissa M (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Busy Bee's for 6 months now and has had a wonderful time. She went just before she turned 1 and cried initially when she was dropped off but the staff in the baby room were amazing at calming her down and settling her in. They give you a run down at pick up about the baby's day
which is lovely to hear and also update the app with photos and activities which is wonderful to see what the babies get up to. She absolutely loves going there and really loves the staff. When we had a gap over Christmas she missed them/nursery so much she kept demanding to go. The variety of food is great and they always provide second/third helpings if the children want them. The management staff are super friendly, really efficient, helpful and very accommodating.
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words! Thank you for continuing to support us as we continue to give your little one the best start in life.
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Review from Shantel B (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is in the baby room and I cannot fault the staff.
The team are so friendly and genuinely has a love for the children in their care.
They update fully my daughter's day, food, sleep etc and provide complete reassurance.
I am incredibly happy with Busy Bees.
The management, team and even
other team members in the other rooms, always have smiles on their faces.
It is obvious that the team genuinely enjoy their work with children, which is a complete blessing to me, and as a mum, very important.
Thank you.
Reply from Latoya Clarke, Manager at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Thank you for your lovely review, we really appreciate your kind words! thank you for continuing to support us as we continue to give your little one the Best Start in Life.
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Review from Alice M (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is coming up to the end of her time at Busy Bee’s, and we have had the best experience at the nursery. Every member of staff that has looked after my daughter has been fantastic. The management is organised and friendly and also responds quickly to any queries. A huge thank you to all the
staff at Busy Bee’s; I always know my daughter is in good hands when she’s in your care!
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Hello, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re glad you have given your little one the best start in life with us.
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter, she's in this nursery, at first my daughter cried a lot, I didn't give up, the staff helped a lot until she settled down. Now she is finishing this year... I am happy, she has learned to speak English quite a lot, the activities she does are cool and she is always happy and asks for the
nursery on weekends.
The staff are very patient and very helpful!
Thank you, team Busy Bees!
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Hello, wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Haling Park nursery.
40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. We’re…read more
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Review from R S (Father of Child) published on 1 June 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter communication skills has improved immensely.
Although two years old, she is able to construct reasonable and understandable sentences.
Really impressed with the system used by Busy Bees.
Keep up the good work.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
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Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Haling Park nursery.
40 years of Busy Bees – 40 years of best beginnings. We’re…read more
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Review from Kiara S (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is in Haling Park Busy Bees and he loves it. The teachers are so lovely, it is very clean, the garden is so spacious. He is always making new activities and he is trying so many different foods, I'm very happy.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
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.
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Review from Gourang S (Father of Child) published on 30 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We finally got a nursery where we are happy to send our child. The teachers are really caring and have lots of patience to deal. We salute their true passion. The way they are giving the feedback is also appreciated. I am quite happy in sending my child here.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
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…read more
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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 30 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started attending the nursery last month but it is amazing how she has settled down and loves her school. This I will connect to how amazing the staff and students have welcomed her and made her to like school.
For my daughter, her school is beautiful, her teachers are the best, she loves
all her friends in her school. She loves her colouring, creative works, her phonics, going to the garden and playground.
My daughter is not a good eater at home but it is amazing how she loves her school food.
The school environment is very clean and there is this satisfaction that every day I drop her in school, I know she is safe and in good hands with the school management.
Thank you Busy Bees and I recommend the school to everyone.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
Hello,
Wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Haling Park nursery. Best wishes, Busy Bees
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Review from F U (Father of Child) published on 24 May 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing caring nursery.. looking after the needs of my child who enjoys attending. The staff are very kind and attentive supporting the needs of the child very well. The Easter hunt was very enjoyable.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park
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.
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.776)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.776) out of 10 for Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 13 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 4.806 for Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park is calculated as follows: ( (127 Excellents x 5) + (26 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 155 Ratings = 4.806
  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 4.97 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park is based on 13 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 67 number of registered child places is 13.4. 13 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.4 = 0.97
  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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Akaysha

Akaysha Ellis

Job Title: Centre Director

Hello, I am Akaysha Ellis the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Croydon Haling Park.


I have been working in childcare for over 16 years and have always had a passion for children. I have a level 3 in children and young people workforce development. I enjoy watching the children grow and develop and investing time into my staff to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge they need to provide children with the best start in life. In my spare time I enjoy travelling and spending quality time with my children.


I am excited for this new journey with the children, parents and staff.

Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park accepts?

Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park Open?

Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park is open: Monday 07:30-18:30, Tuesday 07:30-18:30, Wednesday 07:30-18:30, Thursday 07:30-18:30, Friday 07:30-18:30.

How many Children does Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park have capacity for?

Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park has capacity for a total of 67 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Croydon, Haling Park to the centre of South Croydon?

0.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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