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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Ipswich, Rushmere

Ofsted

9.7

Day Nurseries Score
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

On the lookout for a high-quality day nursery in Ipswich Rushmere? Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere is a purpose-built nursery, nestled on the edge of Rushmere Heath on the Bixley Farm Estate. 

Step into our bright, spacious Ipswich nursery where you’ll find several unique childcare rooms, all brimming with engaging activities designed to ignite curiosity and creativity in children. For younger children, we have a tranquil sleep space ensuring that they can keep up with their nap routine.
 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Ipswich, Rushmere
Nursery Facilities

Our Ipswich Rushmere nursery features a large outdoor area for children to explore while supervised. This area offers little ones a chance to act on their inquisitive nature, while developing self-esteem, confidence and a love for the natural environment – all while supervised. There is also a separate area for younger children to offer them a safe outdoor space away from older children.

Our Ipswich daycare is located approximately 20 minutes from the city centre, by car. We have convenient parking available for safe and easy collection and drop off, and secure access to the building for the safety of the children and staff. 

For those who wish to access the nursery by public transport, there is a bus stop a short distance from the entrance, on Broadlands Way.

We have space for children to join us at our Ipswich Rushmere nursery, from babies to preschoolers. With funding options available, this daycare may just be the right choice for your little one.

Not sure if Busy Bees Ipswich Rushmere is the best option for your family? View all of our Nurseries in Ipswich to explore all Busy Bees locations in your area.

Special things about Ipswich, Rushmere

Large outdoor spaces

Large outdoor spaces

For your child to explore the garden.

Unique to

Ipswich, Rushmere

Conveniently located

Conveniently located

Easy access from public transport & on-site parking

Unique to

Ipswich, Rushmere

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups

Unique to

Ipswich, Rushmere

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Karen Abram

Hello I am Karen and I am the Centre Director of Ipswich Rushmere.

I hold a Level 4 NVQ in Childcare and Education and a Level 4 NEBS Management and Leadership qualification.

I have been working in childcare for over 35 years and have been a manager for nearly 30 years. 

Myself and my team cannot wait to welcome you to the Busy Bees family!

 

Meet the amazing team

Jasmine Hockley

Assistant Centre Director

Jasmine Hockley

Thomas Gunn

Chef

Thomas Gunn

Reviews

What
Ipswich, Rushmere
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

9.7

Our son had his last day at Busy Bees Rushmere, Ipswich today. For over 4 years we have seen him grow in confidence (and size!) & develop his character whilst spending 2 1/2 days every week being cared for by the staff here. As parents, we have found any issues/queries raised by us to the team, dealt with in a professional & reassuring manner. Our son has benefited SO much from his interactions with other children & the key workers that he has been allocated to. We would not hesitate to recommend this nursery. Thank you to everyone here that has had a crucial part in our son’s early years & development.

RS

28/08/2026

We are extremely happy with BusyBee Rushmere nursery. The staff are caring, friendly, and truly dedicated to the children’s development and wellbeing. Our child has grown so much in confidence, communication, and social skills since joining. The environment is clean, safe, and welcoming, with plenty of fun and educational activities every day. We also really appreciate the regular updates and excellent communication from the team. It gives us great peace of mind knowing our child is happy, supported, and excited to go to nursery each day. We highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a nurturing and professional childcare setting.

LL

13/05/2026

This is a lovely nursery that is supportive to children and their parents. So kind and caring. The staff do an excellent job.

CH

04/12/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Ipswich, Rushmere 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 Ipswich, Rushmere 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 Ipswich, Rushmere

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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