Busy Bee Childhood Development Center

I was put on a waitlist for March and called to check in and was told by the director that they sent an email but forgot to add me to the email list and could not provide daycare. Mallory was apathetic bordering on rude about this mistake. I cannot recommend sending a child to this establishment. The level of disorganization should give a parent serious pause about sending their little one to BusyBee.

So far I have really been enjoying this daycare. All of the staff is responsive and friendly. My husband was able to get us on the waitlist early (I think they mentioned we may have been the first on the infant waitlist for their L street location!) There was a minor miscommunication when management changed and we somehow were accidentally put on their May start list instead of March start. Once they realized this error they immediately corrected it. I see from other reviews that this may have pushed other placements further out which of course is not great, but overall I'm very appreciative that they prioritized the family who had been on the waitlist longer. So far I feel very comfortable leaving our 4 month old there. The facility is clean, staff friendly and well-trained. Thank you busy bee!

I had heard some positive things about this center several years back. My second child is 16 months and I was ready to go back to work. I was told there was a waitlist and this would be a good time to take the tour and decide if we wanted to proceed.The woman who gave my the tour was welcoming but I did not feel welcome by anyone else. I agree with the other reviews about the owner being rude. I was very put off by her tone and I didn't like what she had to say. I don't agree that full- time care is better for a child. I felt like she just wanted full-time tuition. I also did not feel my questions were welcome. For example, why are children who wake up early from nap- time taken outside? There's no area for these children inside? What if it's raining. My older son was not a good napper so I want to know this.Overall, I did not like their philosophy, the atmosphere, or the lack of educated staff. It's a very dated center and the answers to my questions were also outdated. It did not seem clean either. I asked about cleaning staff ( another unwelcome question) and the teachers do it. I don't see how they can watch young children and clean. The teachers I met seemed guarded and I didn't like that.It was not the right place for us and maybe some of what I experienced was why there were not any current reviews?

Super place to have your child learn and grow! It's a place you have to experience, go see them today! I had all three of my children attended, we loved it!

My daughter has been attending Busy Bee since September 2015. My husband and I love the teachers and the relaxed atmosphere. My daughter loves gymnastics day, the amazing playground, dressing up in their many costumes, and show and tell. She also loves the food (and yes, it's healthy and cooked fresh every day).I feel like the teachers really care about the kids and spend a lot of time making sure they are able to be creative and still listen to directions. It is a great fit for our family. When our youngest is 18 months old, I plan for her to attend Busy Bee too.

My family was with Busy Bee for probably a total of five years. Our daughter attended from ages 2-6 and then our son attended for a year until I started a daycare of my own in my home and he was home with me. Otherwise, he would have been there till he was 6 as well.It's true...this is not for your uptight helicopter parent. It's not for parents who are too caught up in what trendy method of day care is popular now. Busy Bee is about what works for kids, and they know because they've been in the business for decades. On the surface, it does seem like a very laid-back, hippie type atmosphere. But it's certainly not true they are not academic. My daughter was so incredibly prepared for kindergarten (and, in fact, was far advanced in her class) and that is thanks to Busy Bee. Their 4 year old class is serious about making sure these kids are prepared to go into kindergarten and they make learning fun. The staff isn't in it for show. They do their job and they do it well, but they aren't always there just waiting to impress parents. The kids are happy. I had staff who I personally didn't love in our time but you know what? My kids did and that was what was important. Not only is Busy Bee good for kids, but especially with my first kid, I learned a lot as a parent. Things that I carry with me to this day and try to replicate in my own business.My daughter is now 11 and is still very close friends with girls she met when she was an 18 month old at Busy Bee, and both my kids still point and ask to stop whenever we drive by. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. Your child will be well cared for, loved, taught everything they need to know, and will be happy.

I researched for months to find the right place for my toddler. I toured 2 Montessori schools, Discovery Tree at the Bee (no WAY), Rainbow Day Care (grungy) and Forever Young (dirty and depressing). The minute I walked into BZB in knew we had finally found "it". The nursery school is in a Victorian house right across from Winn Park, the grounds are filled with interesting play structures and the Director is wonderful. She's been running this place for about 40 years and I know someone my age who attended BZB as a toddler. It's not cheap, but you get what you pay for. The feeling that my daughter is in a safe, loving and stimulating environment is all worth it. We love BZB!

This place is wonderful- caring and supportive staff, lots of art and activities, and a fantastic environment to explore and play. The owner LOVES children and it really shows. They also provide healthy meals, and while the menu is not vegetarian, they're happy to cook for little veggies!

Visited both locations 3/1/22 as we were told after being on the waitlist with a confirmed start date at their L street school that there is no room. This information comes after we were confirmed to start. Director Mallory, stated Director Jude is now looking to have the L Street location hold children 4 months - 3 yrs of age only beginning September 2022. All other children must attend the other location. I do not desire to have my children at the other location as one classroom is deep in an under ground basement, others up several flights of stairs. Doors hanging open where children or staff could fall down flights of stairs to the basement? Something has seriously changed over the years from the reviews I have read. Center is very dirty, unorganized, no curriculum or other present. Quality that may have once been there is gone now the original operator Nancy is no longer alive. It is concerning that responses are being written using the deceased owners name Nancy? My experience is similar to Kristen M.'s review.I would not recommend. Director Jude seems to be hiring anyone she can and placing them in classroom's unprepared to teach or provide care to the children.I would look else where. Busy Bee needs to pause and reflect on its mission.

I have had kids at Busy Bee for 4 years now and we love it. When we first put our oldest child in daycare she was at another center and when a spot opened at Busy Bee we jumped at the opportunity and it was the best decision. I have always felt that my kids have received excellent care and that Busy Bee has provided fun and educational activities. There is a great community of families at Busy Bee. My oldest is now in elementary school and is thriving due to the foundation built at Busy Bee. We still see our Busy Bee friends for play dates. The staff/teachers are very in tune with the needs of each child under their care and are great at communicating triumphs and concerns. I have never had concerns regarding the cleanliness of the facilities. I regularly witness staff cleaning and sanitizing. The food served is fresh, good quality and exposes the children to a variety of meals. I toured many daycare facilities and none measure up to Busy Bee