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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Rugby

Google
5 /5

8.4

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

Welcome to Busy Bees at Rugby, where exceptional childcare meets a world of fun and discovery. As an Ofsted Outstanding childcare provider in Rugby, we're dedicated to nurturing young minds and ensuring your child's early years are filled with love, learning, and laughter.  

Every day at our nursery is an adventure, with the wide range of engaging activities on offer that ignite your child's imagination and curiosity. From creative arts and crafts to exciting imaginative play, our experienced staff are dedicated to creating an environment where learning is not just educational but also filled with joy and fun. 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Rugby
Nursery Facilities

Learn all about our nursery in Rugby, ideally situated a short 5-minute drive from the town centre.

For parents commuting via the M45, you'll be delighted to know it's just a 5-minute drive away, offering a convenient route for your daily drop-offs and pickups. We've got your convenience in mind with onsite parking facilities for families arriving by car.  For those using public transportation, there's a bus stop conveniently located right outside the nursery, serving route 4.

Our strategic location caters to a variety of commuting preferences, ensuring that your journey to and from our nursery is both efficient and stress-free.  To further enhance your visit, we offer an onsite buggy store where parents can securely leave their buggies and strollers throughout the day. 

Rest assured, everything we do at our Rugby day nursery is geared towards providing the best for your little one, whether that’s supporting reading and counting, or providing delicious and nutritious balanced meals throughout the day, every aspect of our care is designed to nurture your child's growth and development. 

If you want to keep up to date on your child’s progress, download our Busy Bees app! Here our passionate team will provide you with regular updates throughout the day on what your little one is getting up to, along with any milestones they may reach, ensuring that you never miss a special moment. 

So, if you're looking for a nursery in Rugby that offers a stimulating environment where your child can unleash their full potential, your search ends here. Busy Bees at Rugby is your ideal destination, where we provide the perfect setting for your child to thrive and grow. Book a visit today. 

Special things about Rugby

Separate gardens

Separate gardens

For each room of the nursery.

Unique to

Rugby

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups. 

Unique to

Rugby

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere. 

Unique to

Rugby

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Vicki Prestwich

Hello! I’m Vicki, the Centre Director at Busy Bees Rugby.

I’ve been part of the Busy Bees family since 2014, starting as the Assistant Centre Director here. I hold a Foundation Degree in Parents, Families, and Community Health, along with a Level 3 qualification in management.

 As a parent myself, I understand the joy of watching my child engage with all the wonderful Bee Curious activities we offer. 

I’m truly passionate about supporting every child to get the best start in life. I believe that the relationships formed between our staff, children, and parents at nursery are incredibly special and lasting. 

There’s nothing more fulfilling than witnessing our children’s learning and development during their time with us. I can’t wait to meet you and embark on this exciting journey together here at Rugby!

Meet the amazing team

Charmaine Baker

Assistant Centre Director

Charmaine Baker

Reviews

What
Rugby
parents say

Day Nurseries

8.4

Google

5 /5

My child feels loved, safe at nursery. Staff are always there to help and support us.

MG

03/03/2026

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:30
PM

Busy Bees Rugby 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 Rugby 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 Rugby

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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