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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Bradley Stoke

Ofsted
Google
4 /5

8.7

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

Our purpose-built nursery in Bradley Stoke offers 92 places, ensuring a warm, welcoming environment for young children.

Our spacious, age-specific rooms include private, secure gardens, allowing children to enjoy both indoor and outdoor play that promotes independence and exploration.

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Bradley Stoke
Nursery Facilities

At Busy Bees nursery in Bradley Stoke we prioritise child safety and security with secure access throughout the facility and a well-equipped buggy store for added convenience. We follow the Bee Curious curriculum, creating a nurturing and stimulating setting tailored for children’s growth and learning.

Our dedicated team, with most staff holding a Level 3 qualifications or higher, fosters a caring atmosphere where children thrive. Our childcare approach extends to thoughtful amenities. We provide fresh, nutritious meals and snacks daily, tailored to the NHS standards, ensuring balanced nutrition for all. Nappies and wipes are supplied, taking care of essentials, and parents can connect easily with their child’s key person, who will provide updates on their child’s daily activities. With funded childcare options, Busy Bees in Bradley Stoke offers affordability and accessibility for local families.

We are situated conveniently near major motorways, including the M4 and M5. Other notable points of interest nearby are the Aztec West Business Park and the Tree Brooks Local Nature Reserve.

We offer fantastic childcare in Bradley Stoke and have made great connections with the local primary schools including Bowsland Green Primary School, Wheatfield Primary School and Meadowbrook Primary School. Our nursery also offers convenient drop-offs and pickups simple with our large, secure car park.

Wondering if Busy Bees Bradley Stoke is the right choice for your family? Learn more about our nursery by booking a visit to meet our friendly team and take a look around our fantastic facilities.

We also welcome you to explore all the Busy Bees nurseries across Bristol, where high-quality childcare and an engaging environment await.

Special things about Bradley Stoke

Dedicated sensory room

Dedicated sensory room

Calm, engaging room for inclusive learning experiences.

Unique to

Bradley Stoke

Fantastic Garden Area

Fantastic Garden Area

Featuring a wooden climbing frame

Unique to

Bradley Stoke

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere. 

Unique to

Bradley Stoke

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Andrea Robertson

Hi, my name is Andrea Robertson and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees Bradley Stoke.

I am passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment where children feel confident to explore, learn and have fun. I believe that every child is unique, and I enjoy supporting them as they develop their confidence, independence and curiosity.

I am proud to lead a dedicated team and work closely with families to make sure every child feels valued and receives the support they need to enjoy a happy and positive nursery journey.

Meet the amazing team

Darryl Story

Assistant Centre Director

Darryl Story

Kajal Arya

Assistant Centre Director

Kajal Arya

Kim White

Chef

Kim White

Reviews

What
Bradley Stoke
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

8.7

Google

4 /5

Busy Bees is great! The staff are super caring and always keep us updated, which we love. Our little one is happy and learning lots.

S

11/11/2025

Great school. Have been with them for nearly 5 years.

HE

21/08/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Bradley Stoke operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 6:00 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Bradley Stoke helps support families around the demands of work and everyday life.

We look forward to working with you to create a plan that suits your family.

SAFETY AND SAFEGUARDING

We take pride in our safeguarding policies

Safety and safeguarding are at the heart of everything we do, and your child's safety is our highest priority. Our policies and procedures are designed to ensure every child in our care is safe, supported and well looked after.

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Award-Winning Safeguarding Standards recognising our commitment to protecting children across the UK

A dedicated Safety and Safeguarding Team with decades of experience, led by an industry-recognised leadership team

ISO 45001 certification supported by robust policies and procedures to help protect every child in our care

Thorough recruitment processes including enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive referencing, before joining Busy Bees

Carefully managed drop-off and collection procedures and sign out with controlled entry

Paediatric first aid trained staff in every nursery

A safe, supportive environment and a dedicated "speak up" service, where team members can confidentially report concerns 24/7, 365 days a year, through a variety of channels, without fear of retaliation

Curriculum and education

Giving your child the best start in life

Curriculum

Our Bee Curious curriculum is at the heart of everything we do, helping your child grow in a safe and nurturing environment.

Centred around your child's interests and pace, we combine purposeful play with a carefully designed curriculum that fosters curiosity and confidence. Bee Curious guides every moment in our nursery, from caring routines to planned activities, placing the unique child and their key person at the heart of learning. From encouraging independence at mealtimes, to supporting friendships in the playground, to celebrating every milestone with enthusiasm, our curriculum sparks a love of learning from the very beginning.

Expertly

developed

Using our 40 years of industry leading childcare experience, Bee Curious is a blueprint for playful learning. It is:

Developed by industry-leading experts and using over 40 years of global expertise

Based on the latest child behavioural science research and findings

Developed through collaboration with Busy Bees educators across the world

Led by Gill Jones MBE - Busy Bees Group Chief Quality Officer

Playfully

taught

Alongside structured learning, we encourage your child to express themselves freely and explore the world around them through creative and outdoor experiences that support every area of development. We do this by:

Using role play and storytelling to strengthen communication

Exploring art, music and movement

Learning outdoors in a safe, stimulating environment

Developing physical coordination and confidence

A head start

in life

Our teams nurture your child's curiosity and confidence, preparing them not just for school, but for life. We do this by:

Early reading and writing through phonics, storytelling and mark-making activities

Strong number sense through counting, patterns and problem-solving

Hands-on, purposeful play to encourage critical thinking and curiosity.

Strengthening focus and listening skills with guided group learning sessions.

Childcare at Busy Bees

Childcare funding

Funding and fees

Understanding childcare funding and nursery fees can feel complicated. Our aim is to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible, helping you to find the right options for your family.

Use our funding fees calculator to estimate how your childcare hours could reduce your weekly nursery fees. Before using the calculator, please check which funding you might be eligible for here.

Calculate your fees Fee Sheet Funding Eligibility

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Bradley Stoke

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 8:00am

Children arrive from 8:00am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Bee with a bowl of snacks

Breakfast

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

Bee reading a book

Morning time

9am — 12pm

Every morning, children are introduced to activities that engage their interest.

Focused sensory activity

Exploring colours and textures

Outdoor exploration

With educators to guide the play.

Snack time

A nutritious snack and/or formula milk (if required) is provided.

A story with calm time or a nap

The children may have one or two naps in the day depending on their home routine and we will always offer these in line with their home life.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Bee gardening with a watering can

Afternoon
Activities

2pm — 5pm

Engaging your child with activities based around our Book of the Moment.

Outdoor guided play

In purposefully themed play spaces.

Tea time

A light evening meal.

Two bees flying together

Wrap up
and home time

until 6:00pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:00pm.

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 8:00am

Children arrive from 8:00am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Bee with a bowl of snacks

Breakfast

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

Bee reading a book

Morning time

9am — 12pm

Every morning, children are introduced to activities that engage their interest.

Focused learning activity

A warm welcome with a morning song

Snack Time

Age-appropriate sensory or learning activity.

Outdoor learning

Exploration and connection with nature, whatever the weather.

Story time and reflection

A calming period before lunch.

Bee holding an apple

Meal time

12pm — 2pm

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

Bee gardening with a watering can

Afternoon
Activities

2pm — 5pm

Engaging your child with activities based around our Book of the Moment.

Curious Mind

Maths, sensory experiences or problem solving.

Tea time

A light evening meal.

Outdoor play

In purposefully themed play spaces.

Two bees flying together

Wrap up
and home time

until 6:00pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:00pm.

Children and staff sharing a healthy meal at nursery

Food

Our weekly menu

NHS-accredited meals, drinks and snacks available.

Prepared daily by our on-site nursery chef

Variety of fresh ingredients throughout the week

Supports healthy growth and development

NHS-accredited nursery menu; our two seasonal menus are accredited by NHS Startwell, ensuring the food we serve is balanced and offers optimal nutrition.

If your child has any dietary requirements, allergies or cultural preferences, please speak with the Centre Director. Our team will work to ensure safe, suitable alternatives are provided.

See our food & menu

Track Progress

Our mobile App

Busy Bees

Throughout the day, keep up to date with your child's progress with our Busy Bees App.

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