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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Holmes Chapel

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

10

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Parking
Sensory-room

Are you looking for top-notch childcare in Holmes Chapel? Then look no further than Busy Bees at Holmes Chapel.  

Our nursery embraces a warm and welcoming environment, providing boundless learning opportunities for your child to flourish and thrive. With our expansive garden area, your child can explore their imagination and discover their independence outdoors as they connect with nature, develop their motor skills, and take on safe risks. 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Holmes Chapel
Nursery Facilities

Rest assured our caring team go the extra mile to provide every child with the best start in life. With their expertise and dedication, your little one will receive the utmost care and attention, ensuring a positive and enriching early years' experience. 

Here at Busy Bees Holmes Chapel, we prioritise your child's well-being by offering freshly prepared meals on-site while also catering to individual dietary requirements. Our menus are carefully crafted in line with NHS-accredited guidelines, ensuring that your child receives balanced and nutritious meals. 

You will find our nursery on Manor Lane just off the A54. For commuting parents, rest assured that the M6 at Junction 18 is just a 5-minute drive from our nursery. With ample parking available onsite, drop-offs and collections are safe, seamless, and hassle-free.

Arriving via public transport? With Holmes Chapel train station and the nearest bus stop at Aldi just a 5-minute walk from the nursery. No matter your preferred mode of transportation, reaching us is easy and convenient.

With so much to love about our nursery in Holmes Chapel, from the stimulating activities and learning resources, to the enthusiastic team, there is simply no where better. Book a visit today to view the fantastic facilities for yourself. 

Please note: We offer Early Drop off at 7.30am and Late Pick up at 6.30pm for an additional cost.

Special things about Holmes Chapel

Parent workshops

Parent workshops

Helpful sessions supporting families with a range of topics.

Unique to

Holmes Chapel

Preschool dining room

Preschool dining room

Preparing children for school with a familiar mealtime setting.

Unique to

Holmes Chapel

Air-conditioned rooms

Air-conditioned rooms

Comfortable spaces all year round.

Unique to

Holmes Chapel

Home cooked meals

Home cooked meals

 From our NHS accredited menu.

Unique to

Holmes Chapel

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Nicola Cornford

Hello, my name is Nic and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees Holmes Chapel.

I have over 20 years experience in childcare, working my way up from a newly qualified CACHE Level 3, to now an NVQ level 4 centre director. I also hold a PANCO certificate and a Level 3 certificate for Special Educational Needs Coordinators in Early Years Settings.

I have been a nursery manager since 2018 where I opened a newly furbished nursery with my previous company. My first Ofsted secured an outstanding certification.

My goal for Holmes Chapel, is to ensure every child has their individual needs met, allowing them to develop and progress at a rate that suits them. We want the children to have fun, participate in new experiences and develop their independence in a way that meets their needs. 

I also wish development for the team; allowing them to have responsibility for their own development and allowing them a space to be able to shine and bring their own experiences to enhance the nursery and the children’s learning.

Meet the amazing team

Amber Harding-Brown

Assistant Centre Director

Amber Harding-Brown

Lucia Barbieri

Senior Room Manager

Lucia Barbieri

Hope Bailey

Room Manager

Hope Bailey

Reviews

What
Holmes Chapel
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

10

Google

5 /5

Have loved watching our son's confidence grow since starting at Busy Bees. The staff have been really supportive and our boy has grown to love his time at nursery.

E

03/03/2026

This nursery has been such a positive experience for our daughter and our family. The staff are incredibly warm, professional, and dedicated, and they really take the time to understand each child’s individual needs. Our daughter has thrived here — socially, emotionally, and developmentally — and it’s reassuring to know she’s in such safe and capable hands. The activities are engaging, the environment is welcoming, and communication with parents is always clear and supportive. We’re extremely thankful for the care they provide and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this nursery.

CC

29/01/2026

Love the nursery and amazing development for little ones! Thank you the staff really do care for the children!

L

27/11/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

8:00
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Holmes Chapel 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 Holmes Chapel 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 Holmes Chapel

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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