WELCOME TO BUSY BEES

Nursery in High Wycombe, The Rye

Rated Good by Ofsted

4 Reviews

READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEPS?

Book your visit today Use our fee calculator

New parent? Call 0330 333 8133

Existing parent? Call 01494 464 020
Busy Bees

READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEPS?

Book your visit today Use our fee calculator

New parent? Call 0330 333 8133

Existing parent? Call 01494 464 020

Opening Times:

From 07:30 to 18:30 Mon - Fri

Feed their curiosity, with Bee Curious

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.

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Whether they’re discovering the magic of books in a cosy reading nook, channelling their inner artist at a craft station, or exploring the natural world in our spacious garden, your little one will always find something to do at Busy Bees High Wycombe. 

Recently refurbished and bursting with character, our bright, spacious nursery in High Wycombe caters to babies, toddlers, and preschoolers alike, with dedicated rooms for each age group, packed with age-appropriate activities.

Our mission is to ignite your little one’s imagination and spark their curiosity, with planned activities designed to develop their potential and equip them with the skills they’ll need to thrive as they embark on their learning journey. 

And with our exclusive, science-backed Bee Curious curriculum, they’ll get the headstart they deserve as they engage with foundational concepts in literacy, numeracy, expressive art and design, and understanding the natural world. 

Our nursery in High Wycombe is overseen by centre director Claire Griffin, who pours over twenty years of childcare experience into cultivating an engaging, nurturing environment that your little one will love. 

Want to see Busy Bees High Wycombe for yourself? Book a visit  today. Claire and the team will be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have, no matter how small. 
 

Pebble flexible childcare at Busy Bees at The Rye

We understand that parents and carers lead busy lives, and we want to do everything possible to help. That’s why Busy Bees at The Rye offers the flexibility of booking additional sessions for when you need them.​ Find out more about our nursery session booking app, Pebble.

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Busy Bees

Busy Bees at The Rye

Abbey Way

High Wycombe

HP11 1AN

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Claire Griffin - Centre Director

Claire Griffin

Centre Director

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Nursery Facilities at Busy Bees at The Rye

Here's a snapshot of just some of the wonderful facilities we offer at our Day Nursery in High Wycombe. Click on each facility to find out more.

Outdoor Facilities

Funded Childcare

Secure Access

Buggy Store

Pebble

Meals and snacks

Parking

Parent Room

Nappies and wipes

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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 2 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.

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Food at Busy Bees at The Rye

At Busy Bees, we understand the importance of promoting healthy eating habits early on in life. That’s why we ensure all the food and drink we serve is nutritionally balanced.

During your child’s typical day at our High Wycombe nursery, they’ll enjoy regular meals and refreshments from our NHS Startwell-accredited menu.

There’s nothing extra to pay for this – it’s all included in your nursery fees. Everything is freshly prepared on the day by our talented on-site nursery chef. And if your child has any specific dietary requirements, don’t worry – we can account for their needs. Speak to your Centre Director for more information.

 

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5* Food Hygiene
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Our Fees

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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Preparing for School

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 High Wycombe 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 High Wycombe Location

Eager to visit us? We’re conveniently located at the heart of High Wycombe’s town centre, on Abbey Way. (A40). We’ve got ample on-site parking, making drop-off and pick-up a breeze. 

Travelling on public transport? You’ve got plenty of options. Including:

Easton Street (Stop E) bus stop on the 655 route 

Town Hall (Stop T) bus stop, which is served by 8 P&R Cressex Connect, 101 Chiltern Hundreds, 814 and X74 buses

High Wycombe railway station, which is a 10-minute walk away, running between Beaconsfield and Saunderton

Need somewhere to stash bulky prams or pushchairs? We’ve got you. Pop them in our secure buggy store, ready for collection whenever you like. 
 

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Book a Tour

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 High Wycombe. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery High Wycombe for yourself.

Reviews

Simone N.

29/01/2023

"Outstanding childcare provider. "

Nora S.

14/09/2022

"The nursery workers are amazing. I know my child is in good hands. "

Petrina L.

04/11/2021

"The carers are all extremely lovely! I love that pictures are taken when observations are made! It’s wonderful all round! The customer service is also fab! Would recommend the nursery to all with little ones!"

Rachel C.

30/11/2020

"Happy twins and caring staff. Can’t ask for more."