New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01376 344416
New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01376 344416
From 07:00 to 18:00 Mon - Fri
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Are you looking for childcare in Braintree? Our Busy Bees nursery boasts multiple rooms, each tailored to different age groups and development stages. Whether your child enjoys messy play, exploring safe risks outdoors, or quiet reading, there is something for everyone at our Braintree nursery.
Our light and airy nursery setting gives all children the chance to discover the various educational resources set around the nursery, each of which will have been carefully selected by our team in line with the Early Years Education Stage (EYFS) curriculum.
At Busy Bees, we wholeheartedly wish to support you and your family in as many ways as possible. we do our utmost to provide everything your child might need while attending our nursery in Braintree, so parents can have peace of mind that their children arein a safe and supportive setting.
Want to learn more about the facilities and team at Busy Bees nursery and meet the friendly team? Read through the facilities below, view our gallery, or get in touch to book a visit.
We understand that parents and carers lead busy lives, and we want to do everything possible to help. That’s why Busy Bees in Braintree offers the flexibility of booking additional sessions for when you need them. Find out more about our nursery session booking app, Pebble.
Cressing
Braintree
Essex
CM77 8GA
Here's a snapshot of just some of the wonderful facilities we offer at our Day Nursery in Braintree. 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.
Book Extra Sessions Online
We offer online booking for extra ad-hoc sessions at this nursery with Pebble.
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.
We understand how tricky it can be to get children to eat the right food to support and enhance their overall learning and development. Our inventive nursery chef thinks of ways to get little ones’ tummies feeling full of goodness.
The fees you pay include all meals, drinks and snacks prepared on site by our nursery chef.snacks. If your child has any specific dietary requirements, please contact the Centre Director who would be happy to discuss safe alternatives.
Get a taste of what your child might eat while at Busy Bees Braintree:
Breakfast
Fresh fruit with a selection of cereal or porridge
Morning Snack
Fresh fruit with wholemeal toast or baked goods, with a drink of milk or water
Lunch
Garlic bread, followed by loaded mac and cheese (vegetarian option available) served with green beans, with a drink of water.
Afternoon Snack
Fresh fruit or vegetable sticks, with a drink of milk or water.
Early Evening Snack
Salmon mayo and sweetcorn wrap or cheese wrap, with mixed peppers and carrot sticks, followed by peaches, strawberries and yoghurt. With a drink of water.
For more information about how Busy Bees promote healthy eating within the nursery, and to read our NHS-accredited menu in full, please follow the link below.
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 Braintree 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.
Busy Bees nursery Braintree is easily found on Braintree Road. To make parents' lives as easy as possible, we've got on-site car parking, a handy buggy store and secure access to the building to ensure the safety of all children staff, and visitors.
If you are travelling to our Braintree nursery by public transport, the nearest bus stop is Freeport Station (Stop 2) which is approximately a 15-minute walk.
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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 Braintree. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery Braintree for yourself.
My little one has been here a year now and absolutely loves going in every day. The staff are so friendly and attentive and build up great relationships with the children. I always feel well informed about my child's day and general learning progress.
Show more07/10/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewWe cannot fault Busy Bees. All the staff here are so friendly and they go above and beyond to make sure the children are happy in the setting. Choosing Busy Bees was by far the best decision we made for our daughter. When starting she was so unsure and shy about going but now she asks to go and is excited to be there, even asking to go on days she doesn't go! The confidence that she now has following just over a year at Busy Bees is incredible and we cannot thank the lovely staff there enough. We always get a run down at pick up of how the day has been and always leave happy that she has had a great day. The app is great to see what she has eaten that day and also how much, how little she ate. Even down to when suncream was applied in hotter months. We also get pictures of things they have been up to which is lovely to see. Thank you to everyone there for all that they do!
Show more03/10/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewAs a first-time mum I was apprehensive starting the nursery journey but the team at busy bees have been nothing but reassuring guiding me from application to enrolling my daughter and throughout her time she has had there to date. They are all so Friendly, professional, caring to both me and my child. The communication be it in person, by the telephone or via the app is very informative and they always take the time with any questions or queries you have. I have no concerns handing my daughter over as I know she is entering a safe environment and enjoys her time there.
Show more03/10/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewSince new app was introduced everything you can see on the app clearly. You getting updates on everything including accidents report and also you getting phone call about it too. Staff members always happy to have a chat about your child , happy to answer all the questions you might have. My son is always happy to go there and always leaving with smile on his face and if he could he would stay there even longer :) thank you for doing good job !
Show more16/09/2025 - Trustpilot
ViewMy daughter loves attending Busy Bees. She now tells me that I need to put photos of her weekend on to show the staff. She has made some great bonds with the staff as well. She come home telling me about whats she has been doing and playing with.
Show more08/09/2025 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy son has been attending Busy Bees since June 2024 and absolutely loves it! He gets so excited when we arrive and shouts “bee!” His key worker is lovely and all the staff are so friendly. Since he started nursery, his language has improved and he has become more sociable. I also love that they teach them simple sign language which he uses at home. We couldn’t be happier with the baby room at Busy Bees!
Show more10/12/2024 - Trustpilot
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