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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Edwalton, Nottingham

Ofsted
Google
4 /5

9.7

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Parent-room
Parking

With dedicated rooms for babies, toddlers and preschoolers our warm and friendly daycare nursery in Edwalton, provides a stimulating environment where children thrive and develop at their own pace. 

There is so much to love about Busy Bees in Edwalton; from freshly prepared meals from NHS-accredited menus and tasty snacks, to exciting outdoor play areas and state-of-the-art resources to encourage and nurture your child’s curiosity and independence and secure access to the nursery to ensure the safety of your children and the staff. You can be assured that this, combined with the highly experienced childcare team will make you and your child feel welcome every day and care for them during their time at Busy Bees Edwalton.

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Busy Bees
Edwalton, Nottingham
Nursery Facilities

Our Busy Bees nursery in Edwalton has been designed with the planet in mind. We are particularly proud of its environmental features. At the entrance, you will find a large internal living wall which offers the perfect opportunity for our children to get involved with its care while learning about the environment. In addition to this, internal living plant frames can be found in our preschool room. LED lighting, bike storage, and an EV charging point conclude the list of features of our environmentally friendly childcare setting in Edwalton. 

Situated around five miles south of central Nottingham, our Busy Bees Edwalton nursery is a convenient location for parents travelling from Ruddington, Tollerton and Plumtree and Bradmore. Our exceptional newly built nursery is within the retail park on Landmere Lane, just off Wheatcroft Island on the A52 at Edwalton, south of Nottingham (near Notcutts Garden Centre) and offers car parking right outside for easy drop off and collection.

If you're searching for childcare south of Nottingham, there's simply nowhere better than this Edwalton nursery. Our professional and caring team can’t wait to welcome you and your child. Book a visit today, or alternatively, download a Parent Pack to find out more.

 

Special things about Edwalton, Nottingham

Plant wall entrance

Plant wall entrance

A welcoming, natural feature creating a warm first impression.

Unique to

Edwalton, Nottingham

Great community location

Great community location

Close to local schools and the Edwalton community.

Unique to

Edwalton, Nottingham

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups.

Unique to

Edwalton, Nottingham

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Shane Baxter

Hello, my name is Shane and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Edwalton.

I joined Busy Bees in 2021 and had the privilege of being part of the team that opened our Edwalton centre. Having worked in a variety of roles here before becoming Centre Director, I have enjoyed seeing our nursery community grow while continuing to develop my passion for Early Years education.

With 20 years of childcare experience, creating a high-quality learning environment where children can thrive is incredibly important to me. Here at Edwalton, we focus on building strong relationships with children and families, getting to know each child as an individual and providing plenty of opportunities for playful learning, discovery and development.

I look forward to welcoming you and your child and sharing in the exciting first steps of their learning journey.

Meet the amazing team

Kirsty Walker

Assistant Centre Director

Kirsty Walker

Tazmin Walker

Deputy Assistant Centre Director

Tazmin Walker

Sharon Evans

Chef

Sharon Evans

Reviews

What
Edwalton, Nottingham
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

9.7

Google

4 /5

Just had to share how excellent Busy Bees are i picked my grandson up for the first time as he wasnt well and the checks photo then id were exceptional 👍 my grandson is in very safe hands 😁

TR

04/02/2026

My daughter loves it here, she has been going 2 years now. All the staff are really friendly and my daughter calls 1 of her care workers in particular her best friend. I know my daughter is in safe hands here and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to anyone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

TP

09/05/2025

My little boy currently attends, he has only been there for 3 weeks and they already know his personality, habits and routine. He has been to a previous nursery and honestly this is hands down the best nursery. All the staff are lovely, cannot fault any of them. My baby smiles and laughs when he goes in and when we pick him up, this was rare at the other nursery and he would not willingly go to staff. Here he loves them all. If your thinking of sending your child to nursery, they will be in safe hands here.

AJ

18/07/2023

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Edwalton, Nottingham 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 Edwalton, Nottingham 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.

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explore a day at busy bees

A day in the life at Busy Bees Edwalton, Nottingham

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.

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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