Busy Bees is a leading international childcare business, focussed on providing outstanding early years education to children from babies to school age.

Founded in the UK in 1983, today Busy Bees operates almost 1,000 sites in 10 countries, including the USA, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Malaysia and Italy.

Our success is driven by our vision to give every child the best start in life, while building a responsible business that delivers sustainable growth for our owners and investors.

Latest News

<p>Busy Bees, a global leader in early years education, today announces Group CEO Simon Irons is stepping down after a 25-year journey with the organisation.</p>

19/05/2025

Busy Bees announces CEO Simon Irons stepping down after 25 years of service and appoints Peter Gowers as successor

<p>A brand-new nursery in Lenzie welcomed Maree Todd, Minister for Social Care, Mental Wellbeing and Sport of Scotland, to officially open its doors.</p>

03/02/2025

Brand-new nursery in Scotland officially opens its doors

<p>Busy Bees North America has announced its acquisition of Learn and Play Montessori School, a highly regarded early years education provider. </p>

16/01/2025

Busy Bees expands in North America with acquisition of Learn and Play Montessori School

Our People, Our Planet

Creating a more inclusive and sustainable future that supports our people, our planet and most importantly our children

Our People

Our People

Investing in our people to deliver the best start in life for our children.

Our Planet

Our Planet

Commited to achieve Net Zero Carbon by 2040.

Working At Busy Bees

Working at Busy Bees

Discover a role where every day is a new opportunity to make a difference in little lives.

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Copyright © 2025 Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd. All rights reserved.