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Welcome to Busy Bees

Welcome to Busy Bees

Your nursery in
Bury St Edmunds

Ofsted
Google
5 /5

9.2

Day Nurseries Score
Buggy-storage
Outdoor-facilities
Parking

Our one-storey, purpose-built nursery in Bury St Edmunds is set in a peaceful wooded area on the site of West Suffolk Hospital, with ample convenient parking available.

Our friendly and supportive staff are here to help you every step of the way through your childcare journey and cannot wait to offer you a warm welcome to the Busy Bees family! 

Bee curious curriculum
Book visit Bee Curious Curriculum

Busy Bees
Bury St Edmunds
Nursery Facilities

Each of the six spacious and bright rooms are thoughtfully planned out to allow the children to explore the activities and resources on offer. Our delightful childcare setting provides stimulating and exciting learning environments helping them to grow, develop and prepare them for their journey from nursery to school.

We are proud of the resources on offer within our nursery, including our wall-mounted smart boards, which allow our staff to deliver activities in a fun and interactive way – the children at or Bury St Edmunds nursery love it!

The onsite Chef at our West Suffolk nursery prepares healthy and fresh meals daily, and our delicious menus are accredited by the NHS - to keep little tummies happy.

Situated on MacMillan Way, our Busy Bees nursery in Bury St Edmunds is conveniently located within the grounds of the West Suffolk NHS Hospital. Surrounded by peaceful wooded area, our nursery offers a serene and secure environment for your child to enjoy. 

The nursery is within close driving distance of both the A143 and the A134 and is approximately a 15-minute drive to central Bury St Edmunds. The closest rail links are at Bury St Edmunds, which is approximately a 12-minute drive from our West Suffolk nursery. There is ample secure parking for easy collection and drop off.

Special things about Bury St Edmunds

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

Thoughtfully tailored rooms

For each of our nursery's age groups.

Unique to

Bury St Edmunds

Spacious outdoor garden

Spacious outdoor garden

A space to explore, available to all ages.

Unique to

Bury St Edmunds

A warm welcome

from our Director
- Centre Director

Director

Emma Bush

Hello, my name is Emma and I am the Centre Director here at Busy Bees West Suffolk Hospital. 

I have worked at the nursery since 2010, progressing my way up to my current role. I have two children of my own, one who has just started his Busy Bees adventure and another who has recently started school. I lead a highly motivated and passionate team, who are eager to truly give the children in our care the Best Start in Life. 

I look forward to meeting new families and showing them around our exemplary childcare setting in Suffolk. 

Meet the amazing team

Rebecca German

Chef

Rebecca German

Danni Arnold

Senior Early Years Educator

Danni Arnold

Laura Knowles

Assistant Centre Director

Laura Knowles

Reviews

What
Bury St Edmunds
parents say

Ofsted

Ofsted Good

Day Nurseries

9.2

Google

5 /5

Busy Bees has been a fantastic nursery for our family. We have already had one child go through the nursery and now our second child attends, and our experience has been consistently excellent. The staff are amazing!!! kind, caring, professional and always welcoming. The girls are always happy to have a chat with me, whether it is about how my child's day has been, any little updates, or just to offer reassurance. That personal approach makes such a difference as a parent. The nursery provides a safe, secure and happy environment where children are clearly well cared for. The communication is great, including regular updates through the app, and the activities and learning opportunities are always varied and engaging. The food also seems good (yet more meat options could be provided). I have no hesitation in recommending Busy Bees to other parents. 5 stars!

MA

30/04/2026

My Son is thriving at Busy Bees. The staff are so lovely, welcoming and caring - from management, to the staff in the rooms, to the wonderful kitchen staff. I would highly recommend!

E

03/11/2025

Opening times

Monday
to Friday

7:30
AM
to
6:00
PM

Busy Bees Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds 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 Bury St Edmunds

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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