Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
St Andrews Ridge

4 /5

Are you looking for childcare in St Andrews which provides a stimulating environment, filled with fun, learning and excitement?

Then Busy Bees at St Andrews Ridge could be the perfect option for you!

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Busy Bees
St Andrews Ridge
Nursery Facilities

At Busy Bees, we understand just how important it is for children to develop at a pace that suits them, which is why each of our spacious rooms are tailored to suit each age group.

Your child will flourish and thrive at our nursery in St Andrews as they take part in a range of exciting activities and fun-filled learning resources. To support your child's development and help your little one prepare for their next key-stage, our enthusiastic team plan and prepare an extensive variety of activities in line with the Bee Curious curriculum.

Rest assured, the fun isn't just kept indoors, with our large garden area, your little one can continue the excitement outdoors as they explore their imagination and discover their independence.

You will find our nursery located in Blunsdon St Andrews, on Highdown Way just a 15-minute drive from the Centre of Swindon.

For those arriving by car, rest assured there is an onsite parking facility available to allow safe and seamless drop-offs and collections. With the A419, just a short drive from the nursery, we are in the perfect location for those commuting.

Arriving via public transport? There is a bus stop a 2-minute walk from the nursery on Jovial Monk serving bus routes 4, 16 and H93.

Want to learn more about the fantastic facilities we have on offer and meet the friendly team at our Busy Bees nursery in St Andrews? Book a visit today, we cannot wait to welcome you to our Busy Bees family.

Special things about St Andrews Ridge

Large Outdoor Spaces

For your child to explore the garden.

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups.

Experienced staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere.

A warm welcome

from our Director

Director

Michelle Harris

Hi, my name is Michelle Harris and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees at St Andrews Ridge.

I really enjoy being part of children's early years and watching them develop their confidence, independence and personalities as they grow. I believe in creating a fun and engaging environment where children can explore, make choices and learn through their everyday experiences.

Working as part of a supportive team and building positive relationships with families are both important to me. I want every child who joins us to feel settled, valued and excited about their time at nursery.

Meet the amazing team

Senior Room Manager

Siobhon Kelly

Ofsted

Google

4 /5

We are simply the best experience at Busy Bees St Andrews in Swindon. Staff is very caring, responsible and welcoming. We love the feedback we have at the end of each session. The environment is clean and invites children to learn while playing. My son loves it!

Always friendly and welcoming.

Great nursery, our little boy loves going which makes us feel comfortable

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30

6:00

Busy Bees St Andrews Ridge 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 St Andrews Ridge 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.

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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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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Children arrive from 7:30am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

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.

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

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.

Our last available pick up is at 6:00pm.

Children arrive from 7:30am and are warmly greeted by our team.

Children can enjoy fresh fruit with a selection of cereals or porridge.

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.

A nutritious lunch. Our full NHS-accredited menu is available here.

Rest and Relaxation

Quiet play or nap time.

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.

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.

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Track Progress

Our mobile App

Throughout the day, keep up to date with your child's progress with our Busy Bees App.

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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
St Andrews Ridge