Busy Bees at Craigieburn Centre overview
Busy Bees at Craigieburn Centre highlights
- Government Approved Kindergarten Program
- Multicultural team
- Wheelchair accessible
At Busy Bees at Craigieburn, children from birth to 5 years are welcomed into a warm, nurturing and inspiring environment. A team of qualified and committed teachers and educators deliver high quality educational programs tailored to children’s culture, interests and strengths. Children are encouraged to learn at their own pace whilst they develop vital social, cognitive and physical skills.
Architecturally designed indoor and outdoor spaces aim to ignite a sense of curiosity and discovery. Interiors are light and bright with natural, timber furniture, colourful decor and a huge range of toys, books and games. Children are also encouraged to explore their creativity and express themselves in the wonderful atelier art workshop.
The outside spaces have been thoughtfully designed with shade sails, trees and gardens, plus age-appropriate play equipment including a fort, bridge, climbing structures and sandpits. Children can safely explore and learn about nature, often picking ingredients for delicious wholefood meals prepared by the onsite chef.
With ample parking and public transport at hand, Busy Bees at Craigieburn is easily accessible for local and commuting families. Why not book a tour of this enriching and inspiring centre today?
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About the Curriculum
About the Curriculum
Our education and care programs are designed to meet the needs of individual children, with flexible and responsive routines and transitions. Your child’s naturally inquisitive mind will be inspired by meaningful, relevant programs led by passionate Teaching Practitioners and Educators.
We set the foundation for lifelong learning by helping your child to develop dispositions such as curiosity, adaptation, creativity, mindfulness, resilience, connectedness and secure identity.
Meet the team
Meet the team
Our Educators are passionate about giving children the best start in life and developing a lifelong love of learning.
They create supportive and respectful relationships to enable children to develop their confidence and ability to express themselves effectively, build meaningful relationships with others, negotiate complex social situations and relationships, and gain a strong sense of identity.
Book a tour to meet our team!
Health and Nutrition
Health and Nutrition
Our Bee Healthy menu is designed specifically for our little bees healthy minds, active bodies and love for food!
As part of our commitment to providing the best possible care for our children, we believe that offering nutritious and delicious meals that cater to the unique dietary needs of growing children is essential.
Our Busy Bees chefs have crafted a menu that not only tantalizes taste buds but also nourishes young bodies and minds.
• Fresh & Seasonal: Locally sourced ingredients delivered fresh and cooked daily
• Nutritious & Delicious: Developed by Busy Bees chefs, following Australian Dietary Guidelines.
• Taste the World: Diverse flavors and cultural cuisines for adventurous eating.
• Mindful Eating: Igniting curiosity and promoting lifelong healthy habits.
• Dietary and Allergy Safe: Catering to dietary needs with ease, ensuring every child’s safety.
What the parents say
What the parents say
Busy Bees is proud and grateful to have supported countless families on their parenting journey for over 41 years with almost 1,000 Busy Bees centres around the world, in 10 countries, and across 4 continents. As we reflect on our journey and the countless families we've had the privilege of supporting, we're filled with gratitude and overwhelming pride.
Busy Bees is often praised for our friendly and nurturing Service Managers and Educators; our tours and orientations for new families, our nutritious meals, and the milestones our little Bees reach with the support of our Educators and families.
Parent communication and involvement
Parent communication and involvement
Our centre focuses on collaborative partnerships with families to implement learning experiences that nurture each child's interest, culture and learning style; helping them to learn and grow at their own pace, in their own way.
You can return to work or study without missing out on the special moments in your child's learning journey through the private communication app: Storypark.
Activities, photos, milestones, daily routines, and two-way communication will be right at your fingertips to create a smooth transition between day care and home.
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40 Hothlyn DriveCraigieburn, VIC, 3064
Centre Reviews
Lack of communication with parent. Reply to Busy Bees Cragieburn on 20/12/2024 Dear Management Team, We had our first orientation on 12 December 2024, and my... Lack of communication with parent. Reply to Busy Bees Cragieburn on 20/12/2024 Dear Management Team, We had our first orientation on 12 December 2024, and my child was happy, with positive feedback from the kindergarten teacher. During this visit, I discussed the Centrelink enrolment process with Manager Alicia, who assured me it would formally begin on 19 December 2024 after the second orientation. We completed the second orientation on 15 December 2024, during which my child appeared settled and was playing outdoors when I picked him up. There was no negative feedback from the Educators, and the educator asked a few general questions about his start date and dietary considerations. We fully expected that my child’s enrolment would begin on 19 December 2024, as previously discussed. However, when we called the center on 18 Dec 2024 to confirm and request the parent handbook, we were informed—without prior notice—that his enrolment was on hold, no one call us to updating anything or discuss anything regarding the why the enrolment on hold. I believe we already had a discussion and provided feedback during the phone call on 18 December 2024, and I want to be clear that we are not willing to accept a third orientation. As parents, we expect clear communication and transparency regarding our child’s progress, well-being, and enrolment status. Unfortunately, the lack of notification and support has left us feeling disregarded, and my child did not feel welcomed during the second orientation. Creating a safe and inclusive environment for children is paramount, and effective communication with parents is a crucial part of this process. I hope this feedback helps improve practices moving forward to ensure a better experience for other families. Read more
At the start I was really happy and was reassured but after the signing up process and then started his first day of... At the start I was really happy and was reassured but after the signing up process and then started his first day of care they explained that they have to pause care. Paused care and I had to follow them up which wasted a whole 1 week of my and my sons time to be told that they can't provide him with a spot due to waiting on further support for other children and the educators were overwhelmed. If you can't have anymore children in the room why waste my time signing him up, taking money out of my account, making him come to orientations and have his first full day? Very unprofessional in my opinion and also does not help when the child feels comfortable and has to start all over again. Don't say you have availability in the room if your educators pyschically can not look after the children. Read more
What a great centre. My child has been going to Busy Bees Craigieburn for 2 years. Alicia, Kayla and Ranjika have been so... What a great centre. My child has been going to Busy Bees Craigieburn for 2 years. Alicia, Kayla and Ranjika have been so welcoming and are always there to talk about my child. The educators go above and beyond for my child ensuring that my child’s interests are met. Highly recommend Read more