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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Daventry

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

9.4

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

Our wonderful nursery in Daventry is conveniently located in a quiet area of Daventry next to Ashby Fields Primary School. Busy Bees Daventry is a bright and spacious nursery, offering everything our children need to play, grow and develop.  

One of the main benefits of our nursery in Daventry is our commitment to encouraging learning through play in children from a young age. We also work alongside Ashby Fields Primary School, among many other schools in the area to ensure a seamless transition when preparing your child to make the move up to full-time primary school.

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Daventry
Nursery Facilities

Our nursery consists of six rooms that are resourced to support all areas of learning for children at different developmental stages. We offer a variety of toys and activities designed to inspire the imagination of babies, toddlers and pre-school children.  Outdoor space is also a great feature of Busy Bees Daventry, each of our base rooms have access to their own secure outdoor garden area, allowing the children a safe space to explore the outdoors.

We are also located in close proximity to Ashby Fields Park and Daventry Country Park which both provide excellent spaces for our children to explore and play in nature. There is also a large on-site car park which allows for an easy and convenient drop-off and pick-up experience.  

Find the exact location of Busy Bees in Daventry by using our What3Words: Busy Bees nursery in Daventry is located just off the A361, with close links to Daneholme Park and Daventry town centre. We can be found on Wimborne Place opposite Ashby Fields Primary School and a Small Tesco Express.  Also in the local area, you will be able to visit Drayton Reservoir or Daventry Reservoir in Daventry Country Park. 

We'd love to welcome you and your child to visit Busy Bees Daventry. Come and view the excellent facilities for yourself and meet our friendly team. Want to learn more about Busy Bees Daventry? Book a visit with our friendly Centre Director and see the nursery for yourself!

Special things about Daventry

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere. 

Unique to

Daventry

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups. 

Unique to

Daventry

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

A space to explore, available to all ages.

Unique to

Daventry

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Chelsea Kyriakides

I’m Chelsea, the Nursery Manager here at Busy Bees Daventry.

I hold a Level 3 qualification in childcare and have over 15 years of experience working with children, most of which I’ve proudly spent right here at Busy Bees.

As a mum myself, I understand how important it is to create a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe, happy, and supported. I love watching each child grow and thrive during their time with us!

Meet the amazing team

Vicky Houghton

Senior Room Manager

Vicky Houghton

Reviews

What
Daventry
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

9.4

Google

5 /5

Brilliant nursery kind and caring staff. Very supportive of his additional needs.

HW

03/09/2026

Great experience for both my boys. ParentView keeps me well informed as well as personal feedback about their day too. Great curriculum which is shared with parents and children are involved in annual events like world book day. Supportive strategies for potty training too.

MW

10/03/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Daventry operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 6:00 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Daventry 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.

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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

Curriculum

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.

Calculate your fees Fee Sheet Funding Eligibility

explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Daventry

Two bees greeting

Arrival and welcome

from 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am 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 7:30am

Children arrive from 7:30am 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.

See our food & menu

Track Progress

Our mobile App

Busy Bees

Throughout the day, keep up to date with your child's progress with our Busy Bees App.

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