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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Hove

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

8.4

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Parking
Teacher

Looking for expert-led childcare in Hove? We've got you.

Busy Bees Hove is a nurturing, supportive environment for your little one, where they'll engage with a range of fun activities designed to support their transition to full-time education.

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Hove
Nursery Facilities

Busy Bees Hove is newly refurbished and offers a safe, colourful environment, packed with things to see and do. From cosy reading nooks bursting with books to a huge secure outdoor play area, kitted out with age-appropriate apparatus, your little one will be spoiled for choice.

Our exclusive, science-backed Bee Curious curriculum is tailored to support your child's academic and social growth through a variety of hands-on activities, all lead by our expert nursery staff.

Whether they're learning new words, sharpening their counting skills, or discovering the wonder of the natural world, your little one's time at Busy Bees Hove is designed to give them the headstart they deserve.

Our passionate, dedicated staff pride themselves on creating a nurturing environment, where your child will make friends, build their independence, and grow in confidence every day.

We even offer a variety of exciting extracurricular activities, including Pro Tots-Sport, where your little one will develop their physical coordination, hone their teamwork skills, and get a regular dose of outdoor exercise.

We are located a short 12 minute drive from the centre of Brighton. Our modern, refurbished nursery in Hove is conveniently located on Dyke Road Avenue, and is easily accessible by public transport, with a bus stop on Togdean Road, served by routes 22 and 27.

If you're arriving by train, you'll find Preston Park train station a short (and scenic!) 20-minute minute walk away. If you're arriving by car, we have ample on-site parking on our dedicated car park, making drop-off and pick-up a breeze.

Want to see Busy Bees Hove for yourself? Book a visit today. The team will be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have.

Special things about Hove

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

A space to explore, available to all ages.

Unique to

Hove

Nurturing team

Nurturing team

With execllent early years teaching skills.

Unique to

Hove

Quiet room

Quiet room

For children to explore if they need to step back from our busy activities.

Unique to

Hove

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Abbie Harman

Hello, my name is Abbie Harman and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees in Hove.

Here at our centre, we provide a warm and nurturing environment where children can feel safe, settled and at home. Our team creates exciting opportunities for children to learn, explore and develop through play, with experiences that reflect their individual interests and stages of development.

Families can also stay connected with their child’s day through the Busy Bees App, helping to share those special moments and keep you involved in their nursery journey.

We look forward to welcoming you and your child and sharing in all the wonderful milestones ahead.

Meet the amazing team

Amber Rice

Assistant Centre Director

Amber Rice

Holly Windsor

Assistant Centre Director

Holly Windsor

Reviews

What
Hove
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

8.4

Google

5 /5

A special shoutout to Racheal and every member of the team for your excellent attention to detail. Your warmth, patience, and dedication make our son feel safe, happy, and well cared for. We truly appreciate the consistent updates and personal care you provide each day. Thank you for all you do.

J

14/08/2026

Our daughter joined the nursery last year and we are thrilled with the way she is looked after. The staff is excellent, kind and very professional and knowledgeable. My daughter is so happy there ; and we as parents very reassured she is well cared for every time we drop her off. I highly recommend this nursery!

M

08/09/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Hove 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 Hove 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 Hove

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 6:00pm

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

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 6:00pm

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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