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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Letchworth

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

9.2

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Parking
Recently-renovated

Busy Bees at Letchworth is a bright, spacious single story nursery is set in a quiet area just minutes away from the centre of Letchworth Garden City. 

Book a visit today and visit our tailored rooms, built for giving children the best start in life. We cater for children from aged 3 months to 5 years in our wonderful centre here in Letchworth. 
 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Letchworth
Nursery Facilities

Letchworth Garden City is just a two minute walk away, with regular trains to Kings Cross and Cambridge. 

All rooms have direct access to the outside space where children can experience the changing seasons and admire the magnificent backdrop of the Spirella building. 

Our food is freshly prepared by our experienced chef who is a level 3 qualified who is passionate about cooking. They learn where the food is grown and the process of how it is cooked and delivered to their plate. 

The children are involved in preparing their food, and we support them in their independence. 

We also support local businesses with our fresh produce. We look forward to meeting with you and your family and welcoming you to Busy Bees Letchworth.

Special things about Letchworth

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups. 

Unique to

Letchworth

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere. 

Unique to

Letchworth

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

A space to explore, available to all ages.

Unique to

Letchworth

Conveniently located

Conveniently located

Easy access to transport links

Unique to

Letchworth

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Mandy Davies

My name is Mandy and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees at Letchworth.

I have worked for Busy Bees for over four years and in Childcare for over 25 years. I am Level 3 qualified and have a passion for delivering exceptional childcare and education, giving children the best possible start to their early years. 

I love creating an environment that provides awe and wonder, developing children's curiosity and willingness to learn in a stimulating and fun environment. 

Meet the amazing team

Katrina Skalecki

Assistant Centre Director

Katrina Skalecki

Christie Whitworth

Senior Room Manager

Christie Whitworth

Sarah Mussack

Chef

Sarah Mussack

Reviews

What
Letchworth
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

9.2

Google

5 /5

If you are looking for an honest review please read: I have been visiting almost all nurseries in Hitchin, Henlow, Letchworth area. Busy Bees Letchworth has been the best, ticked all my boxes. Mandy, who is the director of the nursery is very professional. She is a true leader. People work there are always careful, professional, friendly and sincere. They always greet me and my children by name and they know what they like. They really listen and guide you through parenthood. Through my children, we had several key persons and each were unique. (Maternal, gentle and thoughtful) Time to time these key persons, would give me advice and they helped me so much. Honestly the place is always warm and clean. My children have been looked after well an they loved going Busy Bees Letchworth.

AB

07/03/2026

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:30
PM

Busy Bees Letchworth operates Monday to Friday from 7:30 to 6:30 offering full-day care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.

Open 52 weeks a year, Busy Bees Letchworth 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 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 Letchworth

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 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

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 6:30pm

Our last available pick up is at 6:30pm.

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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