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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Bicester, Bure Park

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

8.8

Day Nurseries Score

Are you searching for a nursery in Bicester that provides excellent childcare?

Then our nursery at Bure Park may be the perfect option for you.

Busy Bees
Bicester, Bure Park
Nursery Facilities

Throughout each of the warm and welcoming rooms, tailored to suit every child's development needs, you will find a vast variety of age-appropriate activities and learning resources, along with a highly qualified staff who will help support your child to learn new skills. 

The enthusiastic team strives to provide every child with the best start in life, and offer endless opportunities for your child to learn, flourish and thrive during their stay at the nursery. 

No two days are the same at our day nursery in Bicester, with weekly yoga sessions, frequent, safe trips to the nature reserve and playground, and even regular visits from the emergency services team for the children to learn more about our ‘people who help us’ topic.  

Our dedicated, long-standing team cherish the bonds which they have made with parents and families, and hold regular play and stay open mornings to allow them to join in on the fun, and experience what their little ones get up to.

You will find our nursery in Bicester at Bure Park located just a 5-minute drive from the Town Centre and Bicester Village Bure Park. With an onsite car park available for those arriving by car, rest assured drop-offs and collections will be as safe and seamless as possible.

We have excellent public transport links with a bus stop just a 3-minute walk away, served by routes 505 and E1, and Bicester North Train station a 13-minute walk from the nursery.

Want to learn more about our fantastic nursery in Bicester and meet the friendly team? Book a visit today, we look forward to welcoming you.  

Special things about Bicester, Bure Park

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere. 

Recently Refurbished

Recently Refurbished

A brand-new enviroment for our children to enjoy.

Conviniently located

Conviniently located

We're based in the heart of the community 

A warm welcome

from our Director
 - Centre Director

Director

Amanda Hawkins-Scott

Hello, my name is Amanda and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees Bicester.

I have worked in Early Years for the past 20 years, gaining my Leadership and SEN qualifications in 2010. In that time I have worked as a Manager for a Nursery in Milton Keynes, where I trained as a Early years improvement Officer for Buckinghamshire from there I moved onto a very a large Nursery within a Primary School which achieved 'Outstanding' twice within my time there. I joined Busy Bees in May 2025
I am a mother of 4 beautiful children and I am now the very proud Nannie to 3 amazing Grandchildren.
I am passionate about Early Years and know children learn and develop best when they are in a warm, welcoming, nurturing  environment, working alongside our unique Busy Bees Curriculum our Nursery is  a home from home where their can grow to reach their full potential

Meet the amazing team

Jade Thurlow

Assistant Centre Director

Jade Thurlow

Josh Smith

Senior Room Manager

Josh Smith

Laura Pearce

Senior Room Manager

Laura Pearce

Reviews

What
Bicester, Bure Park
parents say

10/10 very good environment, my son really enjoys going there , staff is very friendly and helpful,

Lovely staff to work with and are always there for the children good environment

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Bicester, Bure Park operates Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 6:00 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Bicester, Bure Park 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.

Learn more

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 Bicester, Bure Park

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 6:00pm

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

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 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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