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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Solihull, Shirley

Google
5 /5

9.6

Day Nurseries Score
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

Welcome to our Outstanding Busy Bees nursery at Blythe Gate in Solihull! Here, we provide the perfect environment so that your child can learn, grow and develop at their own pace, to ensure they have the best start in life. 

Our nursery has been fully refurbished to offer five large fully equipped rooms which enable the children to explore and experience different learning areas. At Busy Bees, we understand that every child's development journey is different, therefore we offer an extensive range of activities and resources which are tailored perfectly to suit the ages and needs of all children in each of our rooms. 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Solihull, Shirley
Nursery Facilities

Your child will be able to safely explore and enjoy the outdoors throughout our three secure garden areas with a focus on learning through play. These outdoor spaces are equipped with age–appropriate resources and there are always fun-filled activities planned, designed to keep your child’s mind and body happy and engaged.  

Many of the team at Blythe Gate are long serving, dedicated to giving the best care for your child to ensure they enjoy their time at nursery. We follow our expert led Bee Curious curriculum and strive to help prepare your child for their next big milestone; primary school. 

We also have a wonderful on-site Chef who prepares delicious and nutritious food from NHS accredited menus, making sure your little one eats well throughout their day and of course we cater for individual dietary requirements. 

Want to learn more about our Blythe Gate nursery in Solihull? Book your visit today - we can't wait to welcome you to our Busy Bees family!  

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

Special things about Solihull, Shirley

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups. 

Unique to

Solihull, Shirley

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere. 
 

Unique to

Solihull, Shirley

Foundation Class

Foundation Class

Getting children ready for their next step!

Unique to

Solihull, Shirley

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

A space to explore, available to all ages.

Unique to

Solihull, Shirley

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Frances Hughes

Hello. My Name is Frances Hughes and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees Solihull Blythe.

I have been with Busy Bees for over 10 years in a range of roles.

I am extremely passionate about what I do and am committed to ensuring every child gets the best start in life.

Meet the amazing team

Sami Donaldson

Senior Room Manager

Sami Donaldson

Adrian Nogueira

Senior Room Manager

Adrian Nogueira

Sian Spencer

Assistant Centre Director

Sian Spencer

Reviews

What
Solihull, Shirley
parents say

Day Nurseries

9.6

Google

5 /5

Amazing nursery. The staff have been so supportive since Day 1. I was so worried about having a velcro child but they have really helped him flourish. Honestly couldn't recommend them enough. Their care is both professional and personal as they get to know your child. Really shows how much they care!

DL

02/04/2026

My daughter is well looked after, she loves going to busy bees.

SA

30/03/2026

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Solihull, Shirley 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 Solihull, Shirley 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 Solihull, Shirley

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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