Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Heathrow

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Busy Bees at Heathrow is conveniently located in Stockley Park, Uxbridge, just minutes from Heathrow Airport and within easy reach of West Drayton, Hayes, Hillingdon and Yiewsley.

Situated close to the M4, M25 and major local transport routes, we’re ideal for families living locally or commuting to Heathrow, Stockley Park and surrounding business hubs.

We’ve even got ample on-site parking for smooth and safe drop-offs and pick-ups.

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Busy Bees
Heathrow
Nursery Facilities

Welcome to Busy Bees Heathrow, a warm and welcoming nursery located just outside of Stockley Park.

Our bright, spacious nursery is designed to inspire curiosity, and your little one will be encouraged to explore and discover what lights up their imagination.

From super-cosy reading corners to sandpits and sensory tables, your little one will have access to everything they need to support their development into a confident, independent learner.

Our mission is to make each day feel like an adventure, helping your little one to develop their skills through engaging and exciting everyday experiences, from outdoor exploration to story time.

We’re dedicated to creating a nurturing environment where your child will feel secure and confident as they learn through a mix of supervised free play and structured activities designed to help them hit early milestones.

Whether you're looking for full-time childcare or flexible nursery sessions, we're here to give your child the very best start.

We'd love to welcome you for a visit so you can meet our team, explore our nursery and discover why so many local families choose Busy Bees Heathrow.

Special things about Heathrow

Outdoor spaces

Including a baby garden and pre-schoolers garden.Including a baby garden and pre-schoolers garden.

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere.

Excellent transport links

Easily accessible from the M25 and M4.

A warm welcome

from our Director

Director

Clare Bailey

Hello, my name is Clare and I’m the Centre Director at Busy Bees Heathrow.

I have worked at Busy Bees Heathrow Stockley Park since May 2000. I began my career as a Early Years Educator and worked my way up to Centre Director in 2010. I enjoy all aspects of my role and find it very rewarding to see all the children in our care develop and grow to their full potential. Our aim is to support the children, parents and staff and to ensure that they have the best experience while at the nursery

Meet the amazing team

Assistant Centre Director

Lauren Gaines

Early Years Educator

Lisa Hilliard

Chef

Kiran Rayit

Ofsted

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We have had a very positive experience at Busy Bees. The staff are friendly, caring, and welcoming, and they make my child feel safe and happy. My daughter enjoys coming to nursery and has developed her confidence, communication skills, and independence. The team provides a lovely learning environment with fun activities and good support for children’s development. We really appreciate the care and dedication of the staff and would recommend Busy Bees to other families.

Ever since my son started going to nursery he’s learned so much especially with playing at home , singing activities and he looks always so happy when I pick him up and love seeing him play with the other children and absolutely love his teachers and they are always so lovely and caring especially with my child and are always informative in case of illnesses or if my son had a small accident like bumping his head which I loved the most , I don’t have any complaints about this nursery and would definitely recommend it to other parents 😊

I am having a very positive experience. The carers are extremely friendly, kind, and approachable, which makes me feel comfortable and confident in their care. The rooms are spacious, and the facilities are well maintained and recently refurbished, creating a pleasant environment. I also really appreciate the nice garden area. Everything is clean, and it is clear that the carers take great care in looking after the children.

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30

6:00

Busy Bees Heathrow operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 6:00 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Heathrow 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 7:30am 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 7:30am 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
Heathrow