The Old School House, 54 Downham Rd, ELY CB6 1BL, UK
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Busy Bees at Ely is located at The Old School House, 54 Downham Rd, ELY CB6 1BL, UK, within the East Cambridgeshire District Council area. The published telephone number for existing parents is 01353 661172, and the published website is https://www.busybeeschildcare.co.uk/nursery/ely. The facility maintains published opening hours from Monday to Friday between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM, while remaining closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
The nursery holds a published Google rating of 4.3 derived from 3 published Google reviews. Provider-published facts state that the setting has a published postcode of CB6 2SH. According to published website text, the nursery has achieved an Outstanding rating by Ofsted.
Busy Bees at Ely offers dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers to accommodate various developmental stages. The nursery curriculum fosters a love of learning and supports child development through play-based learning, a sensory room, and outdoor environments. Review themes highlight that the environment features secure access systems including an intercom system, CCTV monitoring, and a designated secure space for prrams.
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Check my child's compatibilityFamilies remain connected with staff through two-way app messaging and emailed monthly newsletters containing photographs. A dedicated parent room is available for families to speak directly with the nursery team. Review themes describe staff members as brilliant and enthusiastic, providing individualised care attuned to each child's needs.
The pre-school room is further supported by a fully qualified teacher to assist children in their daily exploration and discovery. Government-funded places are available to support eligible children ranging in age from nine months up to four years. Children have regular access to a delightful nursery garden featuring a vegetable patch and a calm sensory garden.
The nursery has been part of the local community for 20 years, formerly known as Harlequin Childcare.
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