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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Basingstoke Hospital

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

8

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

Discover a bright, nurturing space for your little one at Busy Bees Basingstoke, our expert-led nursery in the grounds of Basingstoke North Hampshire Hospital.

Our mission is to support your little one’s development into a confident, curious learner, and our long-serving team will support them every step of the way, forming strong, trusting bonds.

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Basingstoke Hospital
Nursery Facilities

Whether it’s discovering the magic of books through rhyme and song or getting to grips with numbers with simple puzzles, our dedicated team is always coming up with engaging ways to help your little one grow.

And if they need to get a daily dose of outdoor exploration, we’ve got a spacious garden, packed with age-appropriate games and apparatus, perfect for taking safe risks.

You’ll find us on Aldermaston Road, near the M3, A339, and A340; just follow the signs for Basingstoke Hospital.

Travelling on public transport? The number 2 bus stops at the hospital.

We’ve even got a handy buggy store, where you can stow bulky buggies and strollers until the end of your little one’s session.

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

 

Special things about Basingstoke Hospital

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

A space to explore, available to all ages.

Unique to

Basingstoke Hospital

Home cooked meals

Home cooked meals

From our NHS accredited menu.

Unique to

Basingstoke Hospital

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups.

Unique to

Basingstoke Hospital

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Disney Clark

Hello! My name is Disney, and I’m the Centre Director here at Basingstoke Hospital Busy Bees. 

I’ve been in childcare since 2017, starting as a practitioner and working my way up to this role. This journey has given me a deep appreciation for how everyone contributes to giving our children the best possible start. Coming from a large family and being a parent myself helps me relate to the emotions parents face when choosing a nursery. I truly enjoy being part of each child’s journey and watching them develop the skills and milestones they need before heading off to school. We're excited to share this adventure with you!

Meet the amazing team

Danielle Morton

Senior Room Manager

Danielle Morton

Reviews

What
Basingstoke Hospital
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

8

Google

5 /5

Staff are really lovely and have been very supportive with my son having a speech delay, both my boys love going there

SD

13/08/2025

Staff is really good and explains everything to us and very listening. The only thing I am worrying is some times they forget to update the parents app.

SG

04/03/2025

My both kids have started busy bees in beginning of year . I was initially concerned for changing and enrolling my son to new nursery as he went to previous one for 2 years . But after staying there for 5 months , I am so much happy with nursery and think that I should have moved my son earlier to this nursery . Staff is so comfortable and nice to kids . Always be around them . Teaching , playing and take care of them Nursery has big space and separate rooms for eating ,playing and sleeping area too in younger kids . I will continue my kids in busy bees for both of them till they go to school I am satisfied and happy with progress of both kids . KK mum

RS

22/08/2024

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:00
AM
to
6:00
PM

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

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Basingstoke Hospital 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 Basingstoke Hospital

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:00am

Children arrive from 7:00am 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 6:00pm

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

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:00am

Children arrive from 7:00am 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 6:00pm

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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