New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01634 890250
New parent? Call 0330 333 8133
Existing parent? Call 01634 890250
From 07:00 to 19:00 Mon - Fri
Say hello to Bee Curious, our exciting new curriculum! As the UK's only independently evaluated early years curriculum, it fosters a love of learning, giving your child a head start in life.
At Busy Bees Chatham we have achieved consistently high Ofsted standards, making the most of our experienced staff team and a versatile facility that supports all key areas of growth and learning in babies and toddlers.
We are a purpose-built nursery, on one level, based closed to local amenities such as the University of Kent, Dockside Outlet Centre, the train station, and motorway links allowing ease of commuting for parents. We also have a large car park.
Our beautiful and well-resourced base rooms provide children with the best start in life. We have a spacious baby room with a separate sleep area in addition to our bespoke Foundation Class offering ample opportunities and learning experiences. We have generous sized outdoor play areas separated by age and stage of development.
Kick-boxing classes and Spanish lessons are available as an extra curriculum activity.
We understand that parents and carers lead busy lives, and we want to do everything possible to help. That’s why Busy Bees in Chatham offers the flexibility of booking additional sessions for when you need them. Find out more about our nursery session booking app, Pebble.
Here's a snapshot of just some of the wonderful facilities we offer at our Day Nursery in Chatham. 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.
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 Chatham 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 Chatham. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery Chatham for yourself.
We were so nervous about putting our little boy into nursery but from his settling in sessions to his full days, I just can’t thank the staff enough for being so amazing. I am so glad I chose Chatham busy bees, our son just loves it and the staff completely get him! They do a great range of activities which are educational and fun. Fully recommend
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ViewMy daughter has been with Busy Bees in Chatham from the baby room and due to move up to foundation class. Busy Bees Chatham have been absolutely amazing. My daughter loves going to nursery and always enters and leaves happy as ever. All members off staff always have their main focus on the children. I have found all staff approachable. My daughters key workers have always been amazing with her, being able to provide me with professional advice an guidance on any concerns if I have any regardless to her.
Show more09/10/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewMy daughter has been at Busy Bees for over two years, her eldest sister attended previously so we knew it was a great place. She absolutely loves nursery days and the staff have helped to blossom and become an independent little girl. Updates through an app during the day have helped me know what she's doing and feedback at the end of the day is always thorough. The staff are always accommodating if there are changes to routine that needs to be addressed. My eldest daughter had a dairy allergy and they managed that so well. And when she comes in to pick-up her little sister all the staff say hello to her so it's nice they all care. I cannot fault the nursery at all. I would recommend Busy Bees to any of my friends as it's such a great nursery.
Show more08/10/2024 - Day Nurseries
ViewAbsolutely phenomenal nursery! My son has come on so much since starting there and I don’t have a single bad thing to say! There is such a huge range of activities, indoor play, outdoor play, focused learning and the food they provide is amazing. As a parent, I feel listened too about any concerns or changes I want to make. I love that my son goes here!
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