Busy Bees at Cranbourne

4.6 (28 reviews)

6.30am – 6.30pm | Monday – Friday

A modern daycare playground featuring artificial turf, wooden play structures, shaded areas, and various children's toys. Pathways and greenery surround the outdoor space.

New Families: 1300 851 331 Existing Families: 03 5995 6441 Email Centre

Vacancies Available

1280 Thompsons Road, Cranbourne VIC 3977

Long day care 0 – 5 years

Kindergarten 3 – 5 years

Vacancies Available

New Families: 1300 851 331 Existing Families: 03 5995 6441 Email Centre

6.30am – 6.30pm | Monday – Friday

1280 Thompsons Road, Cranbourne VIC 3977

Long day care 0 – 5 years

Kindergarten 3 – 5 years

4.6 (28 reviews)

Explore our Childcare & Kindergarten.

Wooden structure in a modern playground with green grass, sandpit, tricycles, and a building in the background under a clear blue sky.

Outdoor area of a childcare center with artificial turf, playground equipment, raised garden beds, and seating. Modern building structures and a clear blue sky in the background.

A brightly lit classroom with a colorful rug, wooden furniture, toys, and play areas. Large windows provide a view of an outdoor play area.

A bright children's reading and play area with small furniture, books, artwork on the walls, and a view of an outdoor playground through large windows.

A round tray with toy construction vehicles on grain, cereal, flour, and pasta. A small blackboard with "Dig. Dig. Dig!" is displayed nearby. Two trees are in the background.

Classroom construction area with wooden blocks, baskets of building materials, and greenery décor. A display board features plants, flags, and children's art. Storage baskets are neatly arranged below.

A brightly lit preschool classroom with various play areas, including a reading nook, activity tables, and a circular rug. Shelves with books and toys line the walls. Large windows provide ample natural light.

An outdoor playground at a daycare center with slides, swings, and a playhouse on artificial grass, adjacent to a building.

Looking for childcare they’ll adore? Busy Bees at Cranbourne is in the Melbourne suburb of Cranbourne. Conveniently located within the Cranbourne Home Shopping Complex, we're only minutes from South Gippsland Highway, Lawson Poole Reserve and the Thompson Parkway shopping centre.

Come see our state-of-the-art facilities including nurturing learning environments with an interactive kitchen and dining room. Explore our adventurous playgrounds with a bike track, sandpit, slide, cubby house, teepee, climbing frames, vegetable and herb garden. Additionally, we feature an expertly designed Kindergarten room.

Book an obligation-free tour to explore our Cranbourne Childcare and Kindergarten and meet the team.

Buzzworthy Features.

Our centre offers a diverse range of exciting features to keep your child engaged, learning new skills and boosting confidence for a bright future.

Five women in matching navy blue uniforms stand in a row inside a modern room with pendant lights.

Continuity of Staff

Our dedicated team ensures continuity of care, with consistent and familiar staff who build lasting relationships with children and families.

Two young children wearing sun hats are outdoors in a garden at their daycare. One child is handing a small green item to the other, fostering early learning through play. Both are casually dressed and surrounded by greenery.

Bush Kinder

Our Bush Kinder Program encourages little adventurers to explore nature and build confidence, learning about Aussie plants and animals along the way.

A young child and an adult interact over an educational book, with the adult fostering early learning and guiding the child's progress.

Multi-lingual Educators

Our multi-lingual Educators love to share their languages and cultures with the children.

A preschool child dressed in a silver astronaut costume points forward against a space-themed backdrop with planets and stars.

STEM Program

An exciting STEM program ignites your child's curiosity with Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

A young child in a striped shirt is playing a small wooden guitar against a background with green plants and a blue wall, illustrating the joy and creativity fostered in quality childcare settings.

Music Program

Your child will explore and discover the fundamentals of music, movement and rhythm.

A young child, part of a vibrant preschool program, wears a chef's hat and apron as they mix ingredients with a whisk in a green bowl within a lively kitchen setting.

Cooking Program

Interactive cooking classes, led by our chef or Educators, teach children about nutrition and food safety.

Two young girls, wearing hats and aprons, water plants in a garden bed while a woman kneels beside them, smiling and assisting. It's a delightful moment of early learning and childcare in nature's classroom.

Vegetable & Herb Garden

The veggie and herb garden is a hands-on place for your child to learn about nature, food and sustainability.

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Thrive in our Hive.

“I don’t know where they learnt that…” We do. At our Cranbourne Day Care, we embrace a child-centered approach that recognises each child's unique individuality. Our philosophy emphasises self-discovery, creativity, and a sense of belonging through hands-on experiences and engaging activities. With dedicated educators and a supportive environment, we inspire a lifelong love for learning in every child.

All-inclusive Care

Nappies, wipes & cream

Fresh meals provided

Allergy aware

Hat, sunscreen & Aerogard

Bedding

Secure facilities

Playground, books & toys

Community

Family & local community focus

Inclusive & culturally aware

Parent Services

Government subsidies

Flexible times & casual days

Daily Storypark updates

Parking

Education and Learning

Approved Kindergarten program

Qualified educators

Play-based curriculum

Sports & music

Incursions

Here Every Step of the Way.

Baby sitting on fluffy rug at childcare.

Nursery

Encouraging their natural curiosity, creativity and love for learning, we provide a stimulating and nurturing environment for our nursery children.

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Toddlers

Fostering growth through engaging experiences tailored to their needs to support cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.

Explore Toddlers

Kindergarten

Developing curious, confident and capable children with all the tools they need to take their next big steps in school and life.

Explore Kindergarten

Daily Fees.

0 – 2 years

$154.50

2 – 3 years

$151.00

3 – 5 years

$148.50

Life’s stressful enough without you trying to understand confusing childcare fees and the Child Care Subsidy (CCS). We’re here to simplify your life with transparent fees and flexible options.

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Meet our Team.

Shari Smith
Service Manager

Hello, I’m Shari, a Bachelor qualified Early Childhood Teacher who has had the privilege of nurturing and educating children for the past 13 years.

I'm passionate about creating natural learning spaces that foster learning through play and strengthening their autonomy to become confident participants in their learning.

Book a visit to our centre today to meet me and see firsthand the difference our incredible team can make in your child's life.

Bianca Poluga
Assistant Manager

Hello, I’m Bianca, a Diploma qualified Early Childhood Educator who has had the privilege of nurturing and educating children for the past 9 years.

I am passionate about developing programs that cater to each child’s unique interests, strengths and learning experiences. I enjoy setting up play spaces, supporting my team and collaborating with children and families to enrich each child’s education.

We can't wait to welcome you into our Busy Bees family.

FAQs.

How do I enrol my child at a Busy Bees Centre?

The first step is to tour your preferred Busy Bees childcare centre. This gives you an opportunity to meet our educators, explore our nurturing environment and understand how we can provide an experience that is best suited to your child. After your tour, you’ll receive an enrolment form to secure a spot or join the waitlist.

Do you offer casual or part-time care?

What is included in my child’s care?

We provide what is known as ‘All inclusive care’. This means not only do we educate your child in a nurturing environment, our childcare centres provide meals and beverages, sunscreen, hats, nappy creams and kids Aeroguard for your child. All you need to provide is a spare change of clothes and any specialised products your child requires: medications, milk or formula.

How do you keep parents updated on their child’s progress?

How do you handle parent concerns or feedback?

What medical emergency and security measures do you have in place?

We follow strict emergency protocols and will immediately notify you if your child requires medical attention while contacting a doctor/hospital if required.

We have a First Aid Officer on hand every day at every childcare centre who is first aid and CPR certified, and we conduct regular safety training.

Each of our childcare centres has secure entry and exit systems, child-safe facilities, strict security policies and procedures, and trained staff to ensure your child’s safety at all times.

What our Families say.

TheMegz83

Very accommodating to you if you're running late for drop off and will try everything to help settle your little one each time they visit.

Alisha

Centre Manager and staff are super supportive. The Centre has great facilities and resources, and best part is my children absolutely love to be there. The staff really make the difference. Highly recommend!

Pauline Markham

Staff are fabulous, my child always comes home happy. Great at keeping you informed what your child has done for the day.

Stacey Nabben

Absolutely love the girls at Busy Bees at Cranbourne. I praise them highly in all aspects. Have been there from day one. If anyone is looking for a great Center this is the place.

Bianca Poluga

It is a beautiful centre, very warm and welcoming environment. The staff are amazing, very loving and nurturing.