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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Hertford

9.6

Day Nurseries Score
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Welcome to Busy Bees at Hatham Park. Our beautiful nursery is situated in the grounds of Hartham Common, which is a short walk to the town and both train stations.

Here at Hartham Park we believe in providing opportunities for all children to develop, flourish and thrive.  

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Hertford
Nursery Facilities

Our nursery in Hertford features rooms that are divided into different age groups providing a warm, homely and stimulating environment. This is the perfect way to ensure that children of all ages can engage in relevant and exciting activities.

Our long-standing team is dedicated to going above and beyond whilst providing exceptional care to your child, giving them a head start in life.  

Our nursery Chef prepares healthy and fresh meals cooked on site for the children which are all nutritionally balanced and are NHS accredited.

We are proud to have been awarded OUTSTANDING by OFSTED not only once, but twice, across all areas in 2016 and 2022.

We'd love to welcome your child to Busy Bees at Hartham Park in Hertford. You can find everything you need to know in our Parent Pack, and if you'd like to look around our nursery in person, you can book a visit online.

Special things about Hertford

Conveniently located

Conveniently located

Close to town centre and Hertford East and North Train stations

Unique to

Hertford

Links to local schools

Links to local schools

Perfect for the transition to Primary School

Unique to

Hertford

Parent Partnerships

Parent Partnerships

Ensuring the best for your child 

Unique to

Hertford

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Joanne Good

Hi my name is Joanne Good and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees Hartham Park.

I have been working at Busy Bees Hartham Park since 2003 starting as an Early Years Educator and working my way up to Centre Director.

I hold a Level 5 and Level 3 in Childcare and have a passion to deliver the highest care for children.

I am delighted to lead a team of whom have achieved double Outstanding Ofsted grading. My incredible team are very long standing and are truly dedicated to their roles within our centre to ensuring that the care and learning is at the heart of everything we do.  

I am mum myself to a beautiful daughter who attended Busy Bees and has fond memories of the staff and setting. 

I look forward to meeting and showing new families around our wonderful centre.  

 

Meet the amazing team

Stacey Jouan

Assistant Centre Director

Stacey Jouan

Luke Wright

Chef

Luke Wright

Chloe Storey

Senior Room Manager

Chloe Storey

Reviews

What
Hertford
parents say

Day Nurseries

9.6

My son loves attending Busy Bees; the staff are so attentive and caring. We always know he’s had a great day there!

G

11/03/2026

The nursery feels like a home away from home. It took my son less than a month to settle, he’s now been going for 7 months and walks straight through the door and doesn’t even want to say bye. The staff are so attentive and ensure my son has a fantastic day every day. He has grown up so much by being there.

AD

09/03/2026

Friendly and helpful nursery workers. The kids love them and you can tell they have good bonds with each child. The people working there are super patient and empathetic and always keen to support you as parents too

H

14/10/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:30
PM

Busy Bees Hertford operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 6:30 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Hertford 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 Hertford

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am 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 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am 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 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

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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