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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Burchetts Green

Ofsted

9.4

Day Nurseries Score
Parent-room
Parking
Teacher

Give your little one the head start they deserve!

Discover an engaging, nurturing experience for your little one at Busy Bees Burchetts Green, our custom-designed nursery in Maidenhead.

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Burchetts Green
Nursery Facilities

Whether they're discovering the magic of books in a cosy reading corner, feeding their inner artist at a craft table or teasing their brain with puzzles, your little one will always find something to spark their curiosity and support their development into a confident independent learner.

We've even got a huge outdoor play area, ideal for sneaking in a daily dose of outdoor exploration, all under the watchful eye of our expert team.

Our mission is to equip your little one with the skills they need to thrive in full-time education, and our team are always cooking-up new activities, designed to captivate developing minds.

You'll find us within the grounds of the Berkshire College of Agriculture, surrounded by picturesque fields, away from busy main roads and traffic. For convenience, we have on-site car parking right outside the doors, making collection and drop-off swift and safe. Arriving on foot? We've got a handy buggy store for you to stow bulky strollers and pushchairs, ready for collection at the end of the day.

Busy Bees Burchetts Green is overseen by Centre Director Zainab Ellahi, who pours over twenty years of experience into creating a truly engaging environment, where your little one will grow. Want to see our nursery in Maidenhead for yourself? Book a visit today. Zainab and the team will be happy to give you a tour and answer any questions you may have, big or small.

Special things about Burchetts Green

Large outdoor spaces

Large outdoor spaces

With real grass and beatiful trees.

Unique to

Burchetts Green

Free garden access

Free garden access

For each of our classrooms and playrooms.

Unique to

Burchetts Green

Zoo neighbours

Zoo neighbours

We are situated next door to the BCA Zoo.

Unique to

Burchetts Green

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Zainab Ellahi

Hi I’m Zainab, and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Burchetts Green in Maidenhead.

I have more than 20 years of experience in Early years, I understand how important these first steps are. Everyday, I’m inspired by the wonder, curiosity and laughter that fills our nursery. As a parent myself, I value how important it is to find a place where your child feels safe, loved and excited to learn. That’s exactly what we’ve created here at Busy Bees – a nurturing environment where children can thrive and grow into confident little learners.

Meet the amazing team

Sana

Assistant Centre Director

Sana

Reviews

What
Burchetts Green
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

9.4

All the staff are so friendly and seem to take a real interest in my daughter. They provide a good range of activities and my daughter loves going to nursery

ES

17/07/2024

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00
AM
to
6:30
PM

Busy Bees Burchetts Green operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 6:30 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 51 weeks a year, Busy Bees Burchetts Green 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 Burchetts Green

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 6:30pm

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

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 6:30pm

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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