Busy Bees Charlton

176 Charlton Road, Charlton, London SE7 7DW
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9.4 42 Reviews
  • Busy Bees Charlton, London
Busy Bees Blackheath provides spacious play areas for each age that have been designed to have a homely feel while providing separate areas for rest, play and mealtimes. Each child's individual needs will be met, whilst enjoying fun activities and resource in a safe environment that is perfect for under-fives.

All children will have access to the beautifully designed garden with every age group catered for with fun and challenging outdoor equipment.

All meals will be freshly-prepared onsite by the dedicated nursery chef.

Welcoming babies and children from 0-5 years, the nursery couldn't be a more perfect place for your child to flourish and grow. From day one your child's happiness and wellbeing is their priority and they take pride in ensuring you and your child will be supported and settled with their bespoke welcome programme.

Book a visit online today to come and see how happy your child could be in their care.

- Ofsted rated Good November 2018- please click here to read the report.
- Brand new.
- Purposely designed for under 5s.
- Conveniently located.

Busy Bees are renowned for providing quality childcare across the UK with over 30 years experience and the following as standard.

- Tailor-made settling in packages.
- Free car park for pick-ups and drop-offs.
- Extracurricular activities.
- Freshly cooked, nutritious meals and snacks prepared by dedicated on-site chef.
- Dedicated staff team of early years professionals.
- State of the art play equipment tailored specifically for each age group.
- Innovative enhancements designed to promote children’s learning and development.
- Online learning journal system in conjunction with ParentZone.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Funmi Abimbola (Centre Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 40

Total Places for Children

  • 95

Age Range

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

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

Parking

  • Parking is availble.

Busy Bees Charlton Reviews (42)

9.4

Busy Bees Charlton has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.443) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Busy Bees Charlton has 42 reviews.

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Review from D R (Mother of Child) published on 10 October 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends this nursery branch since she was 10-11 months old. Our son was also here a few years back. I love this place and the staff is absolutely wonderful. They are flexible, carrying, kind and always listen to our suggestions, requests and deliver above and beyond oure child's needs. I
have changed jobs and the personnel was very supportive of my new pattern and schedule, no matter how late I would put a request through. There are not enough words of gratitude for their beautiful and dedicated love to their job and our child. Thank you!
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Review from Y S (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is truly happy - he goes to nursery with joy (it's the only reason he gets up early in the morning!). English is not his first language, and I was very worried about how he would adapt. But the ladies in the nursery work magic every single day. He feels comfortale, he can communicate with his
friends, and he understands when someone speaks to him. I could not be more satisfied. A thousand thanks to all staff and management of Busy Bees Charlton!
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Review from A N (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Lovely nursery and the workers are brilliant 3 members of staff, in particular, top workers. Love another member of staff so happy all the time would definitely recommend this nursery.:) great managers very well run
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Review from Z C (Mother of Child) published on 22 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son attended Busy Bees Charlton as a toddler to preschool and I can truly say that I am so glad I found this nursery for him. So much so that my daughter will be joining after the summer. There has not been a day that he told me he didn't want to go. He formed great friendships, as did I!
I was
given feedback daily, informing me of how he got on, tasks they were given and key focuses for that week.
Busy Bees has been a fantastic start for him and I believe because of this, he will have a great start in Reception.
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Review from Jodie M (Mother of Child) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has had a great time at Busy Bees and has come on in leaps and bounds. The staff are all so friendly and helpful and really want the best for the children. The regular updates we get really makes you feel part of your child's nursery experience.
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Review from Pushker S (Father of Child) published on 9 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Son started going to the Busy Bees Charlton when he was 11 months. Initially, my son was very quiet and shy kind a boy. However, with the support from all the team at Busy Bees Charlton my child has grown bigger and mostly his confident level has risen so much that I heard from the team at Busy Bees
that he led the team during some activities and sessions. My son was very happy and always look forward to going to a Nursery every morning.
Thank you to all the staff team in busy bees.
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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both our children have attended Busy Bees Charlton and we cannot recommend them highly enough.
All the staff are so incredibly supportive, enthusiastic and most importantly, kind. Our children's key workers were wonderful and had such a lovely relationship with them. The activities the children did
daily were creative, stimulating, encouraged their learning and were fun. Key skills such as mark-making, literacy and numeracy were taught really well through play.
Our children also made some lovely friends and those friendships have continued since starting school. Our third child is due to start in June and we look forward to him being as happy as our other children were.
Thank you Busy Bees - you are amazing!
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Review from F N (Mother of Child) published on 30 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Busy Bees has been a fantastic provider of childcare for my child since he was 11 months old and we have witnessed positive growth over the years which attending the nursery full-time has contributed to his learning and great character.
Thank you Busy Bees Charlton.
P.S. The graduation photos are
fantastic quality so much so we're able to use the digital versions for his modelling/filming.
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Review from W B (Mother of Child) published on 1 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My experience with this nursery has been amazing from the beginning. I contacted the nursery to arrange a viewing and the nursery manager was very welcoming and friendly. I was shown around by another member of staff and I was given the opportunity to ask as many questions as possible. I felt at ease
with the whole process and knew my son would be happy there. I have had no issues since my son joined, he is happy and thriving very well.
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Review from O A (Father of Child) published on 29 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Highly motivated caregivers who truly enjoy being around children and genuinely care about their wellbeing. My child feels like the daycare is an extension of her home and has made great friends along the way!
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Review from Z Y (Mother of Child) published on 28 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am happy that my daughter attends this nursery. Our first days of visiting were fun but she also missed her mother and the teachers were able to interest her in games and entertainment. Now she walks with joy in the morning and is always in a good mood when I pick her up. I felt that she is developing
well and learning many fairy tales and songs, all of which she is taught at Busy Bees. Thanks to the educators. One of the minus points is that my daughter does not always want to eat the food, or eats it in small quantities. We thank you for everything.
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Review from Debbie I (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
If you are looking for a caring, inclusive and diverse nursery, you've found it. The staff at Busy Bees are not just good, they are exceptional. I have sent my 2 kids - very different in terms of need and character - and both have thrived. True, the garden is not an acre but this is southeast London
and what matters most is the care your kids receive as they start their journey to becoming their own person. I have not once regretted sending my 2 here and as we embark on the next chapter as a family we look back on their time with the Busy Bees Charlton team with gratitude and fondness.
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Review from S O (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am proud of my child's achievements at Busy Bees, Charlton. She started as a baby at six months and now she's over three years and six months, still learning and progressing greatly. Very lovely and professional in your job, I mean all the staff at the nursery. I know when she leaves for school this
September, she will be missed and the practitioners will miss her too. I look forward to continuing to encourage others to bring their child/children to this nursery because they are amazing and great with my child.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Charlton
Hello, wow! Thank you for this glowing review! We are delighted your little one is having a good experience at our Charlton nursery.
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Review from Melissa C (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my children have attended the nursery since they were nine months old. My oldest is now three and a half. We moved while we were expecting the second baby and even though we are several miles further away, we chose to remain at the nursery because we love it so much. The staff clearly care about
the boys and it is such a relief to see them run toward the staff for a hug when dropping them off. My older son has learned so much and is now confident with his numbers and shapes. We like that they also encourage so much outdoor play. We found several nurseries in London have very little outdoor space, but they do make the most of the space they have.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Charlton
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's the best start in life with us.
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Review from Louise R (Mother of Child) published on 8 April 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have been part of the Busy Bees family since they were 9 months old. Their confidence, creativeness and independence has developed tremendously over their time. The team are truly passionate and caring and understands my children's needs and interests. My children run into nursery
excited to be there each morning. I can't recommend them more highly.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Charlton
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's the best start in life with us.
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Review from N P (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both daughters have loved attending Busy Bees in Charlton. The staff are so friendly and helpful. My son will be starting in July. It's a great family environment.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Charlton
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's the best start in life with us.
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Review from Milly O (Mother of Child) published on 23 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We could have not chosen a better nursery for our daughters to attend. Over the past 4 years, Busy Bees, Charlton has been a building block and trusted place for our kids. They happily go to nursery every single day and are keen to share all the amazing things they’ve learned. The staff, are kind and
loving and attentive. We are very very happy parents.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Charlton
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's the best start in life with us.
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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 28 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Good senior leader, who works very well with parents and families. Overall the nursery is flexible and has a collaborative approach. Good opening hours, and good catering are prepared on-site with healthy food the children enjoy.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Charlton
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 Holly R (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Management of this branch go above and beyond. It's always lovely to see the staff and overhear them talk about lesson plans and their exciting new ideas for the children. My daughter has been here since she was 8 months old and she's now turning 3. It's a wonderful environment. She thrives and it's
tangible to see her language and social skills against others. Whilst the core service of the care for the children is fantastic, what I appreciate about this nursery is the effort the centre makes in communicating to parents and involving them in their child's life inside. It's an exceptional facility and I would be sure to try and get future children a place.
Reply from Emily Graves, Digital Content Assistant at Busy Bees Charlton
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 Charlton.
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Review from Leanne B (Mother of Child) published on 26 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5
Our baby started here at 9 months. He settled in well and liked his key worker. The Manager is also excellent and very friendly, and we were pleased that the children were regularly out in the garden.


The pickup routines need to change (we could wait 30 minutes to collect him) and we found that

our child was unfortunately often quite hungry, thirsty and very tired at the end of the day. We receive many more updates on the app of our new nursery, which we really appreciate. We didn’t know whether activities were provided in the baby room here.
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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.443)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.443) out of 10 for Busy Bees Charlton 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 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.6 out of 5 from 11 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 4.864 for Busy Bees Charlton is calculated as follows: ( (116 Excellents x 5) + (14 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.864
  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 4.579 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Busy Bees Charlton is based on 11 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 95 number of registered child places is 19. 11 Positive Reviews ÷ 19 = 0.579
  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 (1)

Funmi

Funmi Abimbola

Job Title: Centre Director Joined: 2018

Hi, I'm Funmi, 


I have been working at Busy bees since 2018 and have 25 years experience in Early Years.


My favourite thing about working at Busy Bees is I am able to give the children within my nursery the best start in life with the great learning opportunities that are on offer throughout the nursery environment. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Busy Bees Charlton

What is the Age Range of Children that Busy Bees Charlton accepts?

Busy Bees Charlton accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Busy Bees Charlton Open?

Busy Bees Charlton 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 Charlton have capacity for?

Busy Bees Charlton has capacity for a total of 95 Children.

How far is Busy Bees Charlton to the centre of London?

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

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