If you're looking for a childminder with a difference, Bee Curious is definitely above and beyond what you'd expect from a traditional childminding service. The setting is small and intimate with lots of one on one interaction and play, which is the perfect setting for our little girl who can be a little nervous in large group settings. She started at Bee Curious just before her 1st birthday and has come on so much since being cared for by Caroline and the rest of the Bee Curious family.

Alicia Whittaker

We have an inquisitive, active, fun loving 2 year old who loves socialising with his friends and exploring. When looking for local childcare in Autumn 2021 we feel incredibly lucky to have found Bee Curious. As soon as we went to visit the setting, we knew this home-from-home childminders would be the perfect next step for his development. With a purpose built cabin, which is a child’s dream full of magic, wonder, activities and different corners to spark their imaginations. Caroline and the team have created a learning environment based around each of the ‘bees’ interests, such as digger land, as our little boy is obsessed with ‘dig digs’ and also common interests to bring them together with their friends - there is a reading chair and an area by the big windows to watch the birds & draw pictures.

Bee Curious has become an extension of our family and we can’t begin to thank them enough for everything they’ve done over the last 18 months helping our little one grow and develop. Thanks to their nurturing care and curiosity approach to learning, with lots of opportunities to explore outdoors and go on exciting trips, we see his confidence and personality shining through. Each day he is finding out new things about the world and telling us about it. He leaves the house with big smiles in the morning and wants to stay when we go to pick him up, there is nothing that makes you happier as a parent than knowing your child is safe, happy and thriving. Thank you Bee Curious, you are such a huge part of who our special little boy is becoming, we will forever be grateful to you!

Jen Bailey-Berkolds

Being a mum of 4 and familiar with nursery and childminding settings, Bee curious is a rare find. My child settled in very quickly and has built a good bond with his carers. In a home from home environment Caroline excels with her attention to detail in the setting and ability to adapt to children’s individual needs and interests. Communication is excellent and It was also no hassle helping us continue our breastfeeding journey with a bottle refusing baby. We look forward to our new addition joining later this year and excited for the adventures they will have together at the hive.

Sarah-Jane Lendon