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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Shrewsbury

Google
5 /5

8.3

Day Nurseries Score
Outdoor-facilities
Parking
Teacher

Are you on the hunt for the perfect nursery which provides fantastic childcare in Shrewsbury? Then look no further! Busy Bees at Shrewsbury provides a nurturing environment where your child can unleash their full potential. 

Our warm and welcoming nursery rooms are thoughtfully designed and filled with an abundance of activities and resources tailored to each age group, ensuring children can develop at their own pace with those at a similar stage.

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Shrewsbury
Nursery Facilities

Fun and laughter is at the heart of our nursery, and it does not stop indoors! Our large garden area offers endless opportunities for little ones to explore, play, and enjoy the fresh air. With a wide range of age-appropriate equipment, children can engage in outdoor activities that promote physical development, imagination, and a love for nature. 

Rest assured, your child will be fully supported throughout each stage of their development, as the highly qualified team help prepare every child to reach key milestones. You can even keep track of what your little one is getting up to through the Busy Bees app. 

You will find our nursery in Shrewsbury on Sitka Drive, just off the A5, offering easy access from commuting parents.   If you are arriving by car, we are situated just a 7-minute drive from the town centre, and have a convenient car parking facility onsite.   For those relying on public transport, the nursery is a short 3-minute walk to the Knightsbridge Close Junction bus stop, which serves several bus routes including 96, 96A, 540, X7, and X10.  

There is so much to love about our nursery in Shrewsbury, from the stimulating environment where children can thrive, to our dedicated team who strive to provide every child with the best start in life. Book a visit today, we cannot wait to welcome you to our Busy Bees family.  

Special things about Shrewsbury

Conveniently located

Conveniently located

Easy to reach, just off the A5

Unique to

Shrewsbury

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

Including wonderful Forest Area

Unique to

Shrewsbury

Purpose built building

Purpose built building

Specifically designed for each age group

Unique to

Shrewsbury

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Jill Beckett

Hello, my name is Jill. I joined the team at Busy Bees Shrewsbury as Nursery Manager in 2016.

I have over 20 years experience of managing successful early years settings in Somerset achieving the Ofsted grade of 'outstanding' on inspections. I gained my degree in education from Worcester University as well as achieving the early years professional status award.

I have very high expectations of myself as a manager as well as of my staff and I have always found that to be the formula to success! I amproud to be continuing the wonderful programme that has been put in place here involving parents and carers as active participating parents in their child's learning as much as possible.

 

Meet the amazing team

Jenna Allen

Assistant Centre Director

Jenna Allen

Reviews

What
Shrewsbury
parents say

Day Nurseries

8.3

Google

5 /5

My daughter has been at busy Bees for a few years now, and she is so excited and eager to go every morning. Thank you all so much for taking such great care of her.

CS

04/06/2026

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury

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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