WELCOME TO BUSY BEES

Nursery in Wirral, Thurstaston

Rated Good by Ofsted

2 Reviews

READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEPS?

Book your visit today Use our fee calculator

New parent? Call 0330 333 8133

Existing parent? Call 0151 648 1008
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 0151 648 1008

Opening Times:

From 07:30 to 18:00 Mon - Fri

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Looking for welcoming, expert-led childcare in Thurstaston? We’ve got you. At Busy Bees Thurstaston, your child will take part in a variety of stimulating activities, designed to nurture their potential and give them the headstart they deserve. 

Whether they’re discovering a world of books, expressing themselves creatively, or learning about the world around them, your little one will take part in a variety of structured activities, geared toward developing foundational academic skills that’ll support their transition to full-time education. 

Our bright, spacious nursery caters to pre-school children of all ages, and features multiple rooms, each packed with age-appropriate toys and activities. 

We place a keen emphasis on self-expression and learning through play, and our dedicated team encourages imagination and creativity of all types. During their time with us, your child will develop their creative skills with drawing, painting, and even role playing—there’s never a dull moment. 

But it isn’t all indoor play. Our secure outdoor area is spacious and provides a safe space for your little one to develop physically, under the watchful eye of our team. 

Whilst at Busy Bees Thurstaston, your child will be assigned a key person, who’ll monitor their development, and keep you informed of their progress. 

We understand that each child is unique, and develops at their own pace, so we’ll work with you to cultivate a nursery experience that compliments your child’s personality, preferences, and needs. 

Want to see Busy Bees Thurstaston for yourself? Book your visit today. Lauren and the team will be happy to show you around and answer any questions you may have. 

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

 

Pebble flexible childcare at Busy Bees Thurstaston

We understand that parents and carers lead busy lives, and we want to do everything possible to help. That’s why Busy Bees Thurstaston 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 Thurstaston

106 Thurstaston Road

Irby

CH61 0HG

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Lauren Hulmes - Centre Director

Lauren Hulmes

Centre Director

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Nursery Facilities at Busy Bees Thurstaston

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

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Funded Childcare

Secure Access

Meals and snacks

UP

Parent Zone

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Outdoor Facilities

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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.

ParentZone
We keep families informed through ParentZone, an online learning journal platform, which can be accessed via a smartphone app.

UP
Exclusive to Busy Bees, UP is a learning and development app used by educators in our nursery and parents at home. Search ‘UP by Busy Bees’ on the app store to find out more.

Book Extra Sessions Online
We offer online booking for extra ad-hoc sessions at this nursery with Pebble.

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Food at Busy Bees Thurstaston

All fees include meals, snacks, and drinks for your child from our NHS-accredited menus. The food and drinks are all prepared by our chef on-site at our Thurstaston nursery with local produce.

Does your child have a specific dietary requirement? Don’t worry – we can tailor everything to their needs. Just speak to your Centre Director who’ll be happy to discuss safe alternatives with the nursery chef.

Our menus change seasonally too, which allows children to try delicious new dishes without ever becoming bored.

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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 Wirral, Thurstaston 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 Wirral, Thurstaston Location

We’re located right at the heart of the village. You’ll find us on Thurstaston Road, just a 10-minute walk away from Thurstaston Common, and a five-minute walk from Dawpool C of E Aided Primary School.

Arriving on public transport? The School Lane bus stops are conveniently located right outside our nursery. The buses operate on the 671, 672 and 673 routes.

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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 Wirral, Thurstaston. Book a visit today to arrange a personal tour to see Busy Bees Nursery Wirral, Thurstaston for yourself.

Reviews

Helen A.

01/06/2023

"The only area for improvement is the answering of emails. You rarely get a response and always have to chase. Everything else is excellent. "

Natalie O.

23/03/2023

"Great staff who really do care for our daughter. She is doing well socially and educationally. We are so pleased she is there and she has recently settled into Bumbles well."