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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Norwich Airport

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

9.5

Day Nurseries Score

Are you looking for childcare in Norwich, Hellesdon? At Busy Bees at Norwich Airport, we provide a bright, warm, welcoming environment to give your child endless opportunities to learn and develop during their time with us. 

This nursery has space for children from babies to preschoolers, and also offers government-funded childcare. We'd love to welcome your child to Busy Bees at Norwich Airport, feel free to book a visit and come and see what our wonderful nursery has to offer. 

Busy Bees
Norwich Airport
Nursery Facilities

Our Norwich Airport nursery offers a wide range of activities and learning resources, catered to each child's needs. Our highly experienced team prepares stimulating activities to support the children's development. 

We also encourage outdoor learning at our day nursery at Norwich Airport, so children can widen their imagination and benefit from fresh air. Our large outdoor area allows your child to explore while supervised and develop an interest in the outdoors. 

Looking for a day nursery near to Norwich Airport? Our purpose-built nursery is situated near to Norwich Airport, the A140 and the Northern Distributor Road for easy access. 

We provide excellent childcare in the north of Norwich with our centre being based in the beautiful village of Hellesdone. There are a number of parking areas and transport links nearby that make commuting easy.

Not sure if our daycare near Norwich Airport is the best option for your family? You can explore all of our nurseries in Norwich to see if there’s a more suitable option.

Special things about Norwich Airport

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere.

Large outdoor spaces

Large outdoor spaces

For your child to explore the garden.

Sensory Transition Area

Sensory Transition Area

getting children settled into their day

A warm welcome

from our Director
 - Centre Director

Director

Sarah Kendall

Hello, my name is Sarah and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Norwich Airport.

I have a BA Hons in Childhood Studies and have been at this childcare setting for 20 years in various roles. Due to my vast experience in childcare, I am able to ensure our team provide the best care and education for the children here at our nursery in Norwich Airport.  We pride ourselves on our home from home environment, child led learning, and core values. 

We look forward to welcoming you and showing you around our beautiful nursery in Norwich. 

Meet the amazing team

Lucy

Assistant Centre Director

Lucy

Amy

Chef

Amy

Megan

Chef

Megan

Reviews

What
Norwich Airport
parents say

It is difficult to put into words just how grateful we are to Busy Bees Norwich Airport. From the moment our daughter joined at just one year old until now (almost four), every single member of staff has shown her genuine love, warmth, and kindness. From the Centre Director to the nursery practitioners, everyone is approachable, friendly, and truly invested in the wellbeing of the children. What has always stood out to us is that they don’t just look after children; they genuinely care for them. Child safety is clearly at the heart of everything they do, and as parents, that has given us complete peace of mind every single day. We have always felt that our daughter was safe, valued, encouraged, and loved. Busy Bees Norwich Airport created an environment where diversity wasn’t just talked about but it was lived. As Black Africans we always felt welcomed, respected, and included. That sense of belonging has meant more to our family than words can express. The team has played such an important role in our daughter’s early years, helping her grow in confidence, curiosity, and independence. They have celebrated her milestones with us and cared for her as though she were one of their own. People often say, “Not all that glitters is gold,” but Busy Bees Norwich Airport is one of those rare glittering gems that truly lives up to its reputation. Finding a nursery where excellence is matched by genuine compassion, genuine inclusivity, and outstanding care is incredibly rare, and we feel so blessed that our daughter has spent her formative years here. To every member of the team: thank you for the incredible work you do every day.

Lots of love care and very professional educational knowledge for the little ones create the conditions for my child to have a great experience at BusyBees. Of course he had to get used to the environment but with the patience and experience and lots of cuddles he was able to thrive and now we can see so much enjoyment and improvement in his learning and experience at BusyBees. He is growing everyday and his awareness and kind nature is also thanks to the wonderful time he spend playing at BusyBees! Thank you!!

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Norwich Airport 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 Norwich Airport 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

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.

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Norwich Airport

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.

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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