Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Harrogate, Pannal Ash

5 /5

9.4

Day Nurseries Score

At Busy Bees Harrogate Pannal Ash, we provide a warm and welcoming home-from-home where children can learn, play and grow in confidence. Set within a converted detached house, our nursery has a unique character and a caring atmosphere where children can feel happy and secure.

Our long-standing team have a genuine passion for childcare and build strong relationships with children and families. Alongside everyday learning and play, children can enjoy extracurricular activities and experiences within the local community.

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Busy Bees
Harrogate, Pannal Ash
Nursery Facilities

Our nursery is spread across two floors, with three welcoming childcare rooms designed to support children at different ages and stages. We also have additional spaces where children can enjoy keyworker group activities, explore their interests or take some quiet time when needed.

Children benefit from regular extracurricular activities, including football, music and language sessions. Our strong links with local schools also help support children as they prepare for their next steps, while visits to a local residential home give children opportunities to take part in arts and crafts, singing and shared community experiences.

Located in the Pannal Ash area of Harrogate, our nursery is conveniently positioned on a main bus route into the town. Harrogate train station is approximately a 10-minute walk away, while our large on-site car park makes drop-offs and collections convenient for families travelling by car.

We’d love to welcome you and your family to Busy Bees Harrogate Pannal Ash. Book a visit to explore our nursery, meet our friendly team and discover what we have to offer.

Not sure if Busy Bees Harrogate Pannal Ash is right for your family? Explore our Nurseries in Harrogate to discover other Busy Bees locations in the area.

Special things about Harrogate, Pannal Ash

Central location

Conveniently located for local families.

Great garden space

Plenty of room for outdoor play and exploration.

Spacious rooms

Large, welcoming spaces for learning and play.

Strong school links

Great connections with local schools.

A warm welcome

from our Director

Director

Tina Symmonds

Hello, my name is Tina Symmonds and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees at Harrogate Pannal Ash.

I started my Busy Bees journey in 2020 and have progressed from Room Lead to Assistant Centre Director before becoming Centre Director in 2025. I have really enjoyed developing my career within Busy Bees and supporting my team to create the best possible experiences for the children in our care.

Here at our centre, we create a warm and welcoming environment where children can grow into confident little individuals, with support tailored to their individual needs. We are committed to providing opportunities for every child to develop, including those who may need a little extra support along the way.

Building relationships with families is also an important part of our nursery community. We want parents and carers to feel comfortable, confident and reassured from the moment they walk through our doors.

I look forward to welcoming you and your child and sharing in the exciting first steps of their learning journey.

I love meeting and talking to new families, providing them with the environment to ensure that they feel comfortable and confident with their choice in nursery.

Meet the amazing team

Room Manager

Sarah - Jane Palmer

Room Manager

Tina Luo

Ofsted

Day Nurseries

9.4

Google

5 /5

Our little boy is so happy at nursery and the staff are so kind and he clearly feels happy, settled and secure there. We’re so pleased with how well he is doing!

We've had 2 children go through Busy Bees, the staff are kind, welcoming and provide a safe nurturing space for children to play and learn.

Wonderful team who genuinely care about the children, a place that has really helped with my child’s development.

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00

6:00

Busy Bees Harrogate, Pannal Ash 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 Harrogate, Pannal Ash 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.

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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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

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.

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.

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Track Progress

Our mobile App

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

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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Harrogate, Pannal Ash

Day Nurseries Score

Busy Bees
Harrogate, Pannal Ash
Nursery Facilities

Special things about Harrogate, Pannal Ash

A warm welcome

Meet the amazing team

Reviews

What
Harrogate, Pannal Ash
parents say

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

SAFETY AND SAFEGUARDING

We take pride in our safeguarding policies

Curriculum and education

Giving your child the best start in life

developed

Playfully

in life

Childcare funding

Funding and fees

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Harrogate, Pannal Ash

Food

Our weekly menu

Track Progress

Our mobile App

Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in Harrogate, Pannal Ash

Day Nurseries Score

Busy Bees Harrogate, Pannal Ash Nursery Facilities

Special things about Harrogate, Pannal Ash

A warm welcome

Meet the amazing team

Reviews

What Harrogate, Pannal Ash parents say

Opening times

Monday to Friday

SAFETY AND SAFEGUARDING

We take pride in our safeguarding policies

Curriculum and education

Giving your child the best start in life

developed

Childcare funding

Funding and fees

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Harrogate, Pannal Ash

Food

Our weekly menu

Track Progress

Our mobile App

Your nursery in
Harrogate, Pannal Ash

Busy Bees
Harrogate, Pannal Ash
Nursery Facilities

What
Harrogate, Pannal Ash
parents say

Monday
to Friday