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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

8.1

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Outdoor-facilities
Teacher

Welcome to Busy Bees Thorley Park. We look to unlock your little one's potential by setting them up with a lifelong desire to learn.

Our Thorley Park nursery is designed to provide your child with a nurturing environment that promotes growth, learning, and memorable experiences.  

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park
Nursery Facilities

Our purpose-built preschool in Bishop's Stortford provides tailored childcare for babies, toddlers and preschool-age children. We have light, airy rooms that provide a warm welcoming environment. 

These rooms are split into age ranges, which allows children to develop alongside those at a similar level in their learning journey. Each one has access to a wide variety of toys and activities designed to spark imaginations into life - from dedicated art tables to reading nooks to role-play kitchens for little chefs. 

We understand just how busy life can be for parents, and we're here to help make life easier for you. Which is why your child will also have access to regular snacks, drinks and meals while they're with us, giving you one less thing to worry about in the morning.

We also have an impressive outdoor space, where the children are free to explore and enjoy themselves. With trikes, scooters and benches (for those who prefer some quiet time), there's something for every child. 

You'll find our nursery just under a five-minute drive away from Bishop's Stortford town centre, and five-minutes from Thorley - we're next door to Sainsbury's Thorley Superstore.  

Looking to reach us by public transport? The Sainsbury's bus stop (served by 308 and 309 buses) and Thorley Park, The Thorley Centre bus stop (served by 308 and 309 buses) are just a five-minute walk away from our centre's front door.  Want to discover the facilities at our preschool in Bishop's Stortford? Book your visit today! 

Please note: this page is for our Busy Bees nursery at Thorley Park. If you're looking for our Bishop's Stortford nursery, please visit this page. 

Special things about Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park

Long-standing staff team

Long-standing staff team

Creating a home-from-home atmosphere. 

Unique to

Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park

Early Years Experts

Early Years Experts

Many staff holding a level 6 qualification 

Unique to

Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

A space to explore, available to all ages.

Unique to

Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Chloe Day

Hi, my name is Chloe Day and I am the Centre Director at Busy Bees at Thorley Park.

I have been part of the Busy Bees family since 2015, progressing through a variety of roles that have given me valuable experience and a deep understanding of early years education. I am passionate about creating a welcoming, nurturing environment where children can thrive, and I look forward to building strong relationships with all of our families as the new Centre Director.

 

Meet the amazing team

Charlotte Tritton

Senior Room Manager

Charlotte Tritton

Kim Kiernan

Chef

Kim Kiernan

Reviews

What
Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

8.1

Google

5 /5

It's the only nursery we looked at, my husband and I instantly fell in love with it. 6 months in, and our little one couldn't be any happier! Thank You.

SR

11/03/2026

We couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery - the team are all wonderful and our daughter loves nursery and is doing so well! Thank you Busy Bees!

J

17/11/2025

Amazing nursery, lovely staff, really recommend them

HD

17/03/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:30
PM

Busy Bees Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park 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 Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park 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 Bishops Stortford, Thorley Park

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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