Nursery in Braintree, Great Notley

My daughter has been at the nursery since she was 9 months old and has thrieved, developing her confidence. She is now a confident 3 year old who is ready for her next step of school in September, which is thanks to all the staff who have worked with her. Would definitely recommend Busy Bees Great Notley!

We honestly couldn't ask for a better nursery for our girls. The team have been amazing with both of them from day one. The activities are always so engaging and thoughtfully planned, handovers are thorough and reassuring, and the girls always eat their food which says it all! Most importantly, they are genuinely happy when attending, and that means everything to us. The team feel like part of our family and truly are our village. We trust them completely and genuinely love every single person there. Thank you for everything you do - we're so grateful!

My little girl has been attending Busy Bee's Great Notley since September 2025 and she absolutely loves her time there! All of the staff are super friendly, from the girls in the office, to the girls in my daughters room, and other members of staff that you see on drop off/pick up, they're all so friendly and approachable! They were brilliant regarding my daughter's dairy allergy and filled me with so much confidence and reassurance. Being a first time mum I was so nervous when it came to returning to work and leaving my child at nursery, but everyone at the nursery showed so much support and now my little girl is excited for her nursery days to spend time with her friends and the lovely ladies that look after her. The meals they provide are fantastic, as well as the facilities and play they do. I find it reassuring I can check updates and photos on the Busy Bee's app too! Thank you all so much for everything you do for our little one, and for making nursery such a joy for her!

I would definitely recommend this nursery to other parents because my child has had such a lovely experience there. The staff are so caring and really take the time to get to know each child. My little one has grown so much in confidence and is always excited to go in each day. The nursery feels warm, welcoming, and like a little community where children are happy and well looked after. As a parent, it’s a great feeling knowing my child is safe, supported, and genuinely enjoying their time there.

This nursery has an Outstanding Ofsted rating and it’s clear that this is well deserved. The staff go above and beyond to make sure the children are safe, happy and engaged at all times. They have handled my child’s allergies incredibly well, and are so inclusive. Communication home is fantastic too. There’s nothing to fault them on

Busy Bees Notley have gone above and beyond with the care and support of our son and we will be really sad and a little lost without them when he leaves to go to school. He has some very specific needs which the team have adapted, upskilled, perservered and supported us with. As well as being really warm and friendly individuals they are professional and will always help with any challenge. Our son has really enjoyed his time at nursery.

Our 3rd child to go through Great Notley Busy Bees, each has greatly gained through their experience at nursery, the play and learn approach has readied them each for the school journey, with just a year away for our 3rd, I truly believe she is on course to continue her learning journey with ease.

Cora is our 3rd child to go through Great Notley Busy Bees, each has greatly gained through their experience at nursery, the play and learn approach has readied them each for the school journey, with Cora just a year away, I truly believe she is on course to continue her learning journey with ease.

Amazing nursery, my children have been so so happy here!! All of the staff are so lovely and friendly! Thank you all for everything 🤩