40 Years of Busy Bees

WELCOME TO BUSY BEES

Nursery in
Macclesfield

2 Reviews

Busy Bees

READY TO TAKE YOUR FIRST STEPS?

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New parent? Call 0330 333 8133

Existing parent? Call 01625 611222

Opening Times:

From 07:30 to 18:00 Mon - Fri

No matter what your child enjoys doing, there is something for everyone at our Busy Bees nursery in Macclesfield. Whether they love exploring outside, taking safe risks while supervised by staff, or enjoying a nutritious meal together with their friends! 

There is so much to love about our Macclesfield day nursery, from the wonderfully caring staff who will be looking after your child to the wide range of exciting and stimulating resources available. To best support and prepare your child for the next big step of their education, we follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. 

Looking for childcare in Macclesfield for a very young child? For those little ones who still require more close care and attention, we have a dedicated baby room with comfortable cots, sensory play toys and comfortable chairs for much-needed cuddles.  

Want to learn more about Busy Bees Macclesfield? Book a visit today to view the fantastic facilities and meet the friendly team.

Pebble flexible childcare at Busy Bees Macclesfield

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

Poplar Rd

Macclesfield

SK11 8AT

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Rebecca Sigley - Centre Director

Rebecca Sigley

Centre Director

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Nursery Facilities at Busy Bees Macclesfield

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

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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 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 3 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 Macclesfield

The fees you pay are inclusive of all meals, drinks, and snacks, which are prepared on- site by our nursery chef each day. Our chefs ensure the food they make and the menus they create are both nutritious as well as enjoyable for little tummies. . 

If your child has any dietary requirements or allergies, please speak with the Centre Director who will liaise with the chef and find another safe and delicious alternative for your child.  

Get a taste of what your child might eat while at our nursery in Macclesfield: 

Breakfast

Seasonal fresh fruit with a selection of cereal or porridge. 

Morning Snack

Seasonal fresh fruit, wholemeal toast or other baked good, with a drink of either milk or water. 

Lunch

Garlic and herb chicken or tofu, with mashed potatoes and broccoli, followed by lemon shortbread with a drink of water. 

Afternoon Snack

Seasonal fresh fruit or vegetable sticks, with a drink of either milk or water. 

Early Evening Snack

Sandwich selection followed by fruit, served with a drink of water. 

Want to learn more about how we encourage eating well at Busy Bees? Click the link below to find out more and read our NHS accredited menu in full.  

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Our Fees

We believe in an open and transparent approach to nursery fees. Wherever possible we offer parents a variety of booking patterns to allow for maximum flexibility. 

At Busy Bees, we work alongside the Government’s 30 hours funded childcare scheme for three-and-four-year-olds. More information can be found on our Funding Options page or contact the Centre Director to discuss other funding options.  

Click the button below for weekly, daily and session rates for our exceptional childcare. 

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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 Macclesfield 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 Macclesfield Location

Located on the idyllic outer edge of South Park, Busy Bees Macclesfield day nursery isn conveniently accessible from the town centre.  

We want to make life as easy as possible for busy parents, so we have parking onsite for collection and drop off, as well as handy buggy storage for parents arriving on foot.  

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

Reviews

Maria B.

04/02/2023

"Brilliant nursery we couldn't be happier with how our daughter is being nurtured there "


Bethany S.

07/09/2022

"Just the most amazing nursery - honestly couldn't recommend them highly enough. Our daughter is so happy there, the communication is brilliant and the staff and manager absolutely go above and beyond every day to create a wonderful environment. "