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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Andover

Google
5 /5

9.3

Day Nurseries Score
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

At Busy Bees Andover, we offer exceptional childcare and preschool education for aged 2- 5 years old.

Known as one of Hampshire’s best-loved day nurseries, we pride ourselves on our ability to nurture development in children, giving them the encouragement they need to have the best start in life.  

 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Andover
Nursery Facilities

Located in Weyhill, Busy Bees Andover is based in a beautifully restored former Victorian primary school and has easy access to both Andover and the surrounding villages. Boasting two bright and airy classrooms, our nursery is well-equipped with fun and stimulating resources offering plenty of opportunities for the children to develop both mentally and physically.   

Fun does not stop indoors at our day nursery in Andover; children can enjoy the great outdoors in the securely fenced all-weather play area and shaded lawn which offer a high-quality outdoor learning environment. Our exciting outdoor play area features a mud kitchen, bike track, sand pit and a space dedicated to nature with a bug hotel and herb garden. 

We take pride in our long-standing and qualified Early Years educators who would love to meet you and your family and show you around our nursery. 

Our nursery is conveniently located in the village of Weyhill, just outside of Andover, Hampshire. We are a short drive from the A342 providing an easy commute to our nursery from local villages including Penton Mewsey, Clanville and Fyfield . We also offer on-site car parking for easy drop-off and pick-ups.

Looking for a nursery in Weyhill, Andover that provides a stimulating environment? Book a visit with our experienced Centre Director today and discover how we can support your child’s growth every step of the way. 

Please note that this nursery only operates during term time. 

Special things about Andover

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

 All qualified to a Level 3 or higher

Unique to

Andover

Extensive outdoor area

Extensive outdoor area

Featuring a nature garden, mud kitchen, construction area and sandpit.

Unique to

Andover

Beautiful Rural Location

Beautiful Rural Location

With easy access to Andover and surrounding villages. 

Unique to

Andover

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Tonya Rhodes

Hi, my name is Tonya Rhodes and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees Andover.

I love being part of children's early years journeys and seeing them grow into happy, confident and independent little people. I believe children thrive when they feel secure, listened to and encouraged to explore, so I aim to create an environment where they can learn through play and follow their own interests.

I also enjoy working closely with my team and our families to make sure children receive consistent care and support. Building positive relationships and creating a welcoming nursery community are really important to me.

Meet the amazing team

Heidi Wright

Assistant Centre Director

Heidi Wright

Trish White

Senior Room Manager

Trish White

Reviews

What
Andover
parents say

Day Nurseries

9.3

Google

5 /5

We have had such a positive experience with our son at this nursery! The team are incredible and show real enjoyment and passion with their job. The app is great and provides us with regular updates. Our little boy has become so much more confident as well as a vast improvement in his speech and capability. Thank you!

N

17/03/2026

I would 100% recommend Busy Bees to any parent. The staff are so lovely, friendly and supportive. So many progress updates online and pictures to keep you up to date with what they are doing. Fantastic events organised for the little ones. We are so pleased we chose them to start our daughter off into the world. Cannot recommend enough. Jax & Sam.

JT

07/07/2025

My child has a lovely relationship with the staff and nursery, it's clear to see the hard work they put it to make the nursery a safe and home to home feel like nursery! After a tricky start settling and leaving mummy, my daughter is so happy and excited to go to nursery and has the biggest smile when seeing all members of staff. Communication is fantastic over all areas. They support us patents just as much as they do our children. We really couldn't have wished for a more welcoming, safe and supportive nursery.

FE

04/03/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00
AM
to
4:00
PM

Busy Bees Andover operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 4:00 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Andover 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 Andover

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 4:00pm

Our last available pick up is at 4:00pm.

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 4:00pm

Our last available pick up is at 4:00pm.

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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