Day care center · Scottsdale, AZ · reviewed since 2014
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%82+44.7Reliability 24%73+17.7Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%39+2.8Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORE
BGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#44 of 80 daycare centersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 46%
4.8★★★★★60 Google reviews · 22 photos
93%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.7%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Busy Bees Carefree Child Care 4.8 out of 5 based on 60 reviews, with the owner responding to 73% of them. Customers frequently praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and engaging curriculum for preschool and kindergarten programs. Families also highlight the center's strong communication and welcoming atmosphere. However, low-star reviews indicate dissatisfaction with the administrative handling of enrollment and unenrollment processes, despite acknowledging the quality of child care provided.
Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 60 reviews (93% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 60 Google reviews (52 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 73% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 2, 2026.
Service: Daycare Center serving Scottsdale, Arizona.
Data from Google, last updated October 29, 2026.
Score profile vs other daycare centers
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
This companyDaycare Centers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Busy Bees Carefree Child Care: 82/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
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ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Busy Bees Carefree Child Care: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 76.B
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Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Busy Bees Carefree Child Care: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Busy Bees Carefree Child Care: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Busy Bees Carefree Child Care: 39/100 on this factor. Category median: 44.D
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Star ratings
60 Google reviews we collected
4.8of 5
5 stars5693%
4 stars00%
3 stars12%
2 stars00%
1 star35%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 52 written reviews
94%praise
Praise5194%
Complaints36%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price571%
Reasonable229%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2139%
Communication917%
Would recommend917%
Honesty & trust713%
Quality & results47%
Speed & response24%
Price & value24%
What customers talk about
We read 52 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The classrooms and school are super clean and the staff is welcoming and friendly.”
“Actively interested in solving problems and communicative.”
“If we could give Busy Bees more than 5 stars, we would.”
“From the moment you walk through the door, you’re welcomed with a genuine smile from staff who truly care about your family.”
“Did a thorough tour of the facility made me feel real confident about the decision to bring my only child and their care.”
“I submitted the email immediately the same day she sent it to me.”
“He's a rowdy boy and his teacher is firm but fair.”
People customers mention
Amy6 reviews
Center4 reviews
Kindergarten3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Busy Bees Carefree Child Care for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
TTyrone3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
KAYLA at the front desk was absolutely amazing. Did a thorough tour of the facility made me feel real confident about the decision to bring my only child and their care. I felt safe my child even on the first visit, didn’t want to leave most definitely I will be using busy bees.
DDavid1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
The classrooms and school are super clean and the staff is welcoming and friendly. The Pre K and private Kindergarten programs are amazing and really got by my daughter ready for elementary school.
Great priceEducational services
LLisa8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
After moving to the area we needed to find a new preschool for our 4 year old. We didn't have a positive experience at our last school so i was a bit uneasy about starting up again. Our experience here has been nothing but great. Our son absolutely loves school now and is excited about going. No more tears and…
BBrett12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
If we could give Busy Bees more than 5 stars, we would. The team at this location is absolutely amazing and has made it an ideal fit for our kiddo. From the moment you walk through the door, you’re welcomed with a genuine smile from staff who truly care about your family. We would highly recommend the Carefree location to anyone.
Great priceEducational services
MMike2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Great school! Very clean, friendly staff and the kids all love the gymnastics class on Monday afternoon!
WW.DLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 7 months ago★★★★★
Amy is very professional and kind! My daughter’s teachers are amazing. I feel very safe leaving my child here. Best place ever!
KAYLA at the front desk was absolutely amazing. Did a thorough tour of the facility made me feel real confident about the decision to bring my only child and their care. I felt safe my child even on the first visit, didn’t want to leave most definitely I will be using busy bees.
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Tyrone! We’re thrilled to hear that Kayla made you feel confident and comfortable during your visit. Knowing that your little one already felt happy and at ease means so much to us. We look forward to welcoming your family to Busy Bees!
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Danny Adkins2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Danny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you for your kind review, Danny! Knowing you have had a positive experience at Busy Bees Carefree truly means the world to us. Our entire team strives to provide the best possible care everyday and knowing this is shining through is amazing. Thank you for being part of our community!
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BroadyGangTV3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews BroadyGangTV has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Thank you so much for your kind review! This is truly one of the best compliments as could receive as your feedback lets us know we are fulfilling our mission of providing exceptional childcare for our community. Thank you for your support and trust!
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David Doyle1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The classrooms and school are super clean and the staff is welcoming and friendly. The Pre K and private Kindergarten programs are amazing and really got by my daughter ready for elementary school.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind review, David! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with our classrooms, staff, and programs. It’s wonderful to know your daughter felt well prepared for elementary school—what a meaningful milestone! We truly appreciate your trust in us.
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Lisa Magar8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Lisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
After moving to the area we needed to find a new preschool for our 4 year old. We didn't have a positive experience at our last school so i was a bit uneasy about starting up again. Our experience here has been nothing but great. Our son absolutely loves school now and is excited about going. No more tears and fights to get in the car or at drop off. He runs into class anxious to start the day. He's proud of the the activities they do and make. He's a rowdy boy and his teacher is firm but fair. Shows genuine care. Actively interested in solving problems and communicative. I appreciate their balanced lunch program. The facility is clean and functions well. He seems to be learning but also getting the much needed social interactions that he craves. My expectations here were definitely exceeded.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Lisa! We’re thrilled to hear that your son has had such a positive transition and is now excited to come to school each day. It means a lot to know he feels happy, supported, and engaged in both learning and social development. We truly appreciate your kind words. Thank you for trusting us with your child’s early learning journey!
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Brett Meiners12 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Brett has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If we could give Busy Bees more than 5 stars, we would. The team at this location is absolutely amazing and has made it an ideal fit for our kiddo. From the moment you walk through the door, you’re welcomed with a genuine smile from staff who truly care about your family. We would highly recommend the Carefree location to anyone.
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Brett! We’re thrilled to hear that your experience with our team has been so positive and that you feel such a warm, welcoming environment each day. It means a lot to know your little one is happy and thriving with us. We truly appreciate your recommendation and kind words about Busy Bees Carefree!
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Mike Strauss2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Mike has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great school! Very clean, friendly staff and the kids all love the gymnastics class on Monday afternoon!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you for your kind words, Mike! We’re so glad to hear you’re happy with our school, staff, and that your kids are enjoying gymnastics on Mondays. We truly appreciate your support!
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W.DLocal Guide · 20 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews W.D has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Amy is very professional and kind! My daughter’s teachers are amazing. I feel very safe leaving my child here. Best place ever!
Response from the owner · 6 months ago
Thank you for your amazing review, Wendy! Your high remarks truly mean the world to us, we will be sure to share your kind words with Amy and the rest of our team. Thank you for your continued support and for being part of our Busy Bees community!
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Taryn Roy3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Taryn has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We have been at busy bees for the past 5 years. Can’t say enough good things. Amazing staff, amazing teachers and both my daughters have been super happy. What more can a mom ask for?
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Meal preparation
Response from the owner · 7 months ago
Thank you for your wonderful review Taryn and for being part of our Busy Bees community! We truly appreciate your kind words about our staff and center. Our entire team is passionate about what they do and know when we create a nurturing environment, children develop a love for learning! Thank you for your continued trust and support.
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Kari Bensel6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kari has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Busy peas is an amazing day daycare in the north Valley. I currently have a four-year-old that has been going there for three years now, I also have a 19-year-old daughter who went there when she was one year and Miss Amy the director was there at that time as well. She’s an outstanding director And leader at the school. The school goes above and beyond to make each family and child feel important., As well as keeping families in touch with their child while they’re being taken care of during the day, they are great with communication With families and keeping everybody in the know. I would and I do recommend the school to anybody that is looking for an awesome experience for daycare for the child!!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Educational services
Response from the owner · 11 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind review, Kari! It's amazing to hear the impact Busy Bees has had on your family over the years —these stories warm our hearts and are why we love early education! Our educators work hard to create an environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. We are thrilled that our staff and communication have been outstanding. Thank you for being part of the Busy Bees community!
