New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
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New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01727 860 542
From 07:30 to 18:30 Mon - Fri
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Busy Bees at Bernard Street is a purpose built, single-storey nursery in St. Albans; well-designed to accommodate children’s individual needs and interests. Based in a residential area and close to local amenities within 15 minutes’ walk from St Albans train station, and with good links to A1, M1 and M25 we are conveniently located to suit busy parents’ commuting needs. Parking on site puts our parents’ mind at ease for quick drop offs and collections. Parents can also leave prams and scooters to a dedicated buggy store area when visiting the nursery.
Our spacious daycare setting at Bernard Street features 3 different colourful rooms for each age group which are the Baby Bees Room for babies between 3 months to 2 years, Honeybees Room for toddlers 2 to 3 years old and the Busy Bees Room for the pre-schoolers aged 3 to 5 years old. We offer a range of indoor and outdoor activities that promote the developmental stages and interests of each individual child. Children have the choice to play indoors or outdoors in our free flow environment throughout the nursery. The large and secure garden with all-weather surfaces and a separate baby area, is a fantastic opportunity for children to play and explore daily.
All dietary needs are cared for from the nursery dedicated Chef who provides all children with two fresh, nutritious and NHS accredited meals, which are prepared on site. The children can also have breakfast, a snack in the morning and a snack in the evening which they enjoy with fresh milk delivered from the milkman.
With years of experience and constant access to training opportunities provided by Busy Bees and the Local Authority, our staff are passionate about quality childcare and giving all children the best start in life
If you would like to experience the welcoming and homely environment we offer, book a visit online and we will show you around our childcare setting in St.Albans. We look forward to meeting your family.
St Albans
Hertfordshire
AL3 5QN
Here's a snapshot of just some of the wonderful facilities we offer at our Day Nursery in St.Albans. Click on each facility to find out more.
Car Parking
We offer ample parking on-site for your safety and convenience.
Buggy store
A safe place to store your pram while visiting the nursery.
CCTV
Our nursery is fitted with CCTV for the safety and security of our team and the children in our care.
Secure Access
Our entrance ways are fitted with an intercom system and all access points are safe and secure.
Nappies and Wipes inclusive
Fees are all-inclusive to include nappies and wipes.
Formula Milk provided
Fees are inclusive to include formula milk if required.
Meals and Snacks Provided
All meals, drinks and snacks are prepared on-site by our chef and are NHS accredited.
Outdoor Facilities
Our outdoor environment offers space to explore and take safe risks with the support of our team, aiding child development.
Sensory Room
Our Sensory Room is a relaxing space providing a unique sensory experience with activities and equipment to explore, engaging and stimulating children’s senses.
Parent Room
Our parent room is a dedicated safe space for us to get to know your family and you to speak in confidence with our nursery team about your child's nursery life.
Smart Board
Our Interactive Smart Board is used daily to bring learning to life and provides children with a hands-on approach with technology.
Funded Childcare
We offer government funded places for children aged 9 months to 4 years, please speak to the Centre Director for more information.
Teacher
We have a fully qualified Teacher in our pre-school room who delivers exciting learning opportunities, whilst ensuring statutory and legal welfare requirements are met for every child.
Foundation Class
The foundation class nurtures each child's natural curiosity within a structured framework providing pre-school children with an early introduction to school life.
Busy Bees App
Get daily updates on your child's day, from meals and naps to magical moments, all in a secure personalised news feed. Share in the joy with photos, videos, and two-way messaging that keeps you connected, wherever you are.
Fees include all meals, drinks and snacks prepared on site by our nursery chef.
Read moreTake a peek at our NHS accredited menus below.
If you'd like to speak to someone about your child's diet, talk to your centre director.
See food menu
We believe in an open and transparent approach to nursery fees. Click the button below for weekly, daily, and session rates for our exceptional childcare.
Did you know Busy Bees also offers government-funded childcare? If eligible, you could be entitled to up to 570 or 1140 hours of funded childcare, depending on your eligibility and your child's age, each year for your child. Find out more on our 'Funding Options' page. Or alternatively, speak to your Centre Director to learn more.
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In order to best prepare the children for the next big chapter of their lives, Busy Bees do all that they can to support and celebrate the transition. All of the planned activities and experiences which take place within our Busy Bees Nursery in St.Albans are designed to provide a foundation of skills that will help them grow in becoming confident and capable learners.
Learn more about how we support the journey from nursery to school by taking a look at our "My Journey to School Tracker". To read more and learn about the other ways our expert team supports the transition to school level, take a look at our Starting School page.
Our friendly, expert team of staff are always happy to welcome you and your child for a tour of the facilities on offer at our nursery in St.Albans. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery St.Albans for yourself.
We've been sending our child to Busy Bees Bernard Street for just over 12 months now, we couldn't be happier with the standard of care that she receives, we love all the updates we get about her day via the app, the staff have been super at developing our daughters speech and movement it's so funny to see her come out with things that we haven't taught her that obviously she's picked up at nursery. Most importantly she has a fantastic time there she loves the staff and her friends and is 99% of the time very happy to get to nursery and go and see all of her pals which is so reassuring as a parent!
Show more11/02/2026 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy daughter has been very happy and is thriving at Busy Bees Bernard's . The staff are kind, caring and very invested in her development. The facilities are excellent, always clean and organised and it's a great space that allows children to enjoy both indoors and outdoors. Fantastic management overall. Also great parking available which makes drop off and pick up easier all round.
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ViewWe moved to Busy Bees after my son was not settling in his old nursery. Since joining busy bees I have seen a huge difference in his confidence but also his learning and understanding. The staff and management are extremely approachable , knowledgable and caring and kind towards my son. He has difficulties coming into nursery but I feel confident he's looked after and enjoys his whole day once he's in. He often talks about nursery even on weekends and I'm extremely happy with his place here !
Show more12/01/2026 - Day Nurseries
ViewWe have a one year old in the baby room at Bernard Street and a three year old in the pre school room (who has been at this nursery from 11 months old). The nursery has been great since Kerri took over. The staff are caring and friendly, and clearly really love the kids. The baby room team are incredibly sweet and kind, and the pre school teachers are passionate about teaching the little ones. Kerri is highly communicative and competent, and clearly really cares about the children and the nursery, and it really shows. The children spend a lot of time outside as the rooms are free flow into the garden, which we really like.
Show more25/12/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewThis nursery is fantastic! The staff are warm, caring, and clearly dedicated to the children's wellbeing and development. The day is varied with a great balance of structure and fun. I know my children will be well looked after, will have eaten healthy food and had an enjoyable day and I love hearing about what they've been up to at pick up.
Show more11/11/2025 - Day Nurseries
View. Our son has been attending Busy Bees on Bernard Street for almost a year now, and it has been an incredibly smooth and positive experience. He genuinely enjoys going in every day, and we’ve seen him thrive both socially and developmentally. He has formed close relationships with all members of staff — from his key person to the wider team — which speaks volumes about the caring and consistent environment they provide. The support we’ve received from the admin team has also been excellent, and the nursery director has always been warm, approachable, and proactive in communicating with both us and our son. Any minor issues have been resolved swiftly and thoughtfully, and we’ve always felt kept in the loop. This is the second child of ours to attend this nursery, and we can wholeheartedly recommend it based on the wonderful care and attention both have received.
Show more22/10/2025 - Google
ViewBusy Bees became a second home for our daughter. It was amazing to see how her confidence grew over the year she's been with the nursery. She joined pre-school from a different nursery and I was a bit worried about the change, but the teachers made her feel so welcome and the transition was beautifully smooth. I also love the wonderful variety of activities the children are engaged in - they learn remarkably advanced concepts through playful exploration, and they're free to discover and experiment in such a safe, nurturing environment, which I value tremendously. The care and dedication of the staff truly shine through in everything they do. I couldn't recommend Busy Bees highly enough!
Show more06/10/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy daughter settled very well and she is happy to go there. Staff are very friendly and they actually know my child. They are always keen to support my girl and help her learn something new. Also, they have recently launched a new app and it is so easy to check basic information about school day as well as contact them (in case I can't give them a call)! Very happy with the nursery and I would definitely recommend it.
Show more25/09/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewI am very happy with the Busy Bee Nursery in St Albans, Bernard Street. Very friendly staff. All care and love their pupils. Good changes were taking place in the years 2024 and 2025. Refreshed rooms, permanent staff, regular notifications from the nursery director (thanks). The last year in Pre-School was very good. My son is absolutely prepared for Reception. He knows even more than it is required. Also very good food menue. Highly recommend.
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