Mama Bear's Day Nursery Ltd in Devon | 5 Day Nurseries

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Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview)
from C G (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2025

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We as a family absolutely love Mama Bear's Day Nursery Fortview! Our daughter has been there since she was ten months old and is now almost three. She has been in each of the rooms and has loved every moment in there! The kids have lots of activities to do in doors and outdoors, they interact with kids

their own age as well as older and younger, and interact with all members of staff! My child eats all sorts of things due to a variety of different meals and snacks on the menu and is hitting all targets that she should be according to the government. I couldn't recommend Mama Bear's more to people.

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Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview)
from S W (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025

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My daughter attended this setting from 8 months old until she was almost three years. We were initially really happy with the care that my daughter received while she was in the baby room (low staffing ratio). However when she transitioned to the toddler room, we found that she would come home filthy

and on occasion with a mystery scratch or two.
It took almost a year for the nursery to replace the flooring in the baby room. When my crawling daughter would crawl on their floors she would come home with black socks and knees.
They also charge £1.95 per hour for parents to use their childcare hours, which feels like a punishment for working parents and would have meant that if we wanted to use them we would have to pay more which is ridiculous.
When confronted with the above the manager is defensive and made snidey comments which is a shame because all of the girls that work there are lovely! Especially four specific members of staff. We miss you! But not the grotty nursery.

Reply from Victoria Ashbolt, Operations Director at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview)

Good Morning, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I apologize that it was not entirely positive. We are always looking to improve as a nursery so value the feedback you can give. If you would like to discuss this in more detail please contact me directly on opsdirector@mamabear.co.uk.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)
from A H (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025

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My little boy has been going to Mama Bear's Day Nursery for 2 years, since he was 18 months old. His little brother, aged almost 2, has been going since 11 months old. They both have very good attachments to their key workers and the other staff. I experience both kinds of drop offs on a daily basis

- one child with separation anxiety who often cries at drop off, and the other who happily goes off without looking back - and they are both welcomed with warm hugs, and 5 minutes later they are both always laughing and smiling when I look through the window. The manager, is absolutely brilliant and has helped us out no end with all sorts of work related childcare problems we have, and always goes the extra mile - even replying to emails at 10pm about arranging extra sessions etc! I wholeheartedly recommend Mama Bears.

Reply from Carly Wilkinson, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)

Thank you for your lovely feedback, I will be sharing this with our team. Thank you.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)
from Elle S (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025

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Our daughter recently started at this nursery and every team member has been so welcoming. They've spent time getting to know us as parents and our daughter too. We feel really confident that she's being well looked after and love all the new foods she's been trying and toys too. We love the daily updates

which include meals, bottles, nappies and pictures. I highly recommend Mama Bear's Day nursery. Thank you to a wonderful team!

Reply from Carly Wilkinson, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)

Thank you for your kind comments, it has been our pleasure to help support you and your child. I will share your feedback with the team. Thank you.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)
from Georgina H (Mother of Child) published on 5 February 2025

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Mama Bears is an amazing nursery, not only for its superior care for children and its brilliant available facilities but for its compassionate caring staff and overall wonderful atmosphere. My child's confidence from attending Mama Bears is something I am very proud of, along with her development of

skills, who she is as a child, and her ability to engage, all of which I don't think as a parent I could do alone to this level, but with their support, it's been more than achievable. My child is always happy and getting the best of every day at nursery here and I am extremely delighted it is here she goes to nursery. The team of staff at Mama Bears are truly wonderful and this shows by how your children are around them it's clear they feel safe and nurtured. The manager is someone you can have the greatest trust in, she is someone who will go above and beyond for you and is always there to help and I feel lucky to have support from someone like her, so thank you.

Reply from Carly Wilkinson, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)

Thank you for your lovely feedback, it is so lovely to hear, I will share this with the team. Thank you.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)
from S S (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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My daughter has attended Mama Bear Long Road Paignton for the last year and a half. She loves attending and runs in every day to meet the team and her little friends, she's grown in confidence every day and looks forward to telling me about her day. All the team are very approachable and report any

concerns when appropriate with the aim of keeping all children happy and safe at all times. They work with parents to support them with their children's development and with young children they try to replicate their routine at home when possible to reduce any anxiety/upset and make them feel at home.

Reply from Carly Wilkinson, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)

Thank you for your lovely review, I will share these comments with the team, Thank you.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)
from S C (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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I am so impressed with Mama Bears Nursery (Long Road). My daughter started going from 10 months old- straight away they made her feel comfortable and asked me lots of questions about her routine, likes and dislikes. My daughter is now 18months and whenever I take she can't wait to play.
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her I poke my head in through the door and see her playing happily, having cuddles, or interacting with someone. I feel they all really care about my daughter and she's not just a number.
She always eats well there. They encourage outdoor play and do messy play. I get regular updates via the app.
The manager is amazing and so supportive of everything we have gone through since starting. Nothing is too much trouble.

Reply from Carly Wilkinson, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, this is so lovely to hear, I will make sure that I pass your feedback on to the team. Thank you.

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Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)
from L B (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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The staff at Mama Bears have always been very welcoming, supportive, and great with communication. My partner and I feel very happy and assured with Mama Bears Nursery (Long Road). We get regular feedback, and updates on the app, and the staff are always happy to answer any queries we have. Our son

has been thriving at this nursery and is fond of the staff and the friends he has made.

Reply from Carly Wilkinson, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)

Thank you so much for your kind feedback, this is lovely to hear. Thank you.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)
from Autumn D (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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My little boy joined this setting in December 2024 and even though it's only been a few weeks, I couldn't be happier with how things have gone so far.
The communication is really good, I know exactly what is going on in his day. There have been a couple of occasions where he has had a fall or a bump,

they always call to make me aware but deal with it appropriately.
It's such a friendly place full of love. Everyone is so incredibly welcoming and approachable. I have had no issues but if I did I feel I could raise these and they would be dealt with.
My little boy has come home and told me about all the mucky play, songs he's been singing, games he's been playing. They are always busy doing something. All food/snacks are prepared fresh on site in the kitchen which I really like. I feel happy my little boy is eating good, wholesome hot meals.
All in all it's the best move I have made for my little boy and I couldn't he happier with the experience so far all round.
Would highly recommend it.

Reply from Amy Carthew, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)

Thank you so much for your kind words, I will share them with the team. It is our pleasure looking after your little boy.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)
from P H (Father of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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I couldn't be happier with Mama Bears, as a first-time father, everything is daunting, and I feel so comfortable leaving my girls at Mama Bears, every member of the team are very friendly and takes time to create a welcoming and warm environment. With personal updates, I feel my girls are in great hands.

The Christmas nativity showed this perfectly, the teachers had personal connections with all the children and put on a great show for everyone. Praises all around, and a big thank you to all at Mama Bears.

Reply from Amy Carthew, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We love looking after your little one. She's settled in so well. I will share your lovely words with the team.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)
from K M (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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We have had a very positive experience with this nursery, our son has settled in very well. All the staff are friendly and caring and seem really engaged with the children and interested in getting to know them. I can head to work knowing he is going to be well looked after, safe, and in the care of

people who have his best interests at heart. He learns new things all the time and gets opportunities to play and interact with other children. Thanks to all of the staff there, you do an incredible job.

Reply from Amy Carthew, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)

It's our pleasure looking after your little one. I will share your kind words with the team, thank you so much.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)
from C M (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2025

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Amazing nursery my son has special needs and they have made me feel so at ease, my son absolutely loves it there the best nursery in Torbay for sure. My son has come on so much and is really enjoying it there the staff are just amazing too.

Reply from Amy Carthew, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)

Thank you so much for your lovely words. I will share this with the nursery team.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Paignton - Midvale Road)
from Lynsey S (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2025

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My daughter has always struggled with separation at nursery, but her transition here has been incredibly smooth thanks to the warm, caring, and supportive staff who have made her feel so comfortable.
The nursery offers wonderful activities like crafts and garden play, which my daughter loves. She enjoys

both the toddler and preschool rooms and the team creates a nurturing, engaging environment for all the children.
The staff are kind, responsive, and always quick to answer calls or emails, giving me great peace of mind. The Flexicare option is also fantastic, letting us avoid paying for planned leave.
Thank you to the manager and the team at Mama Bear's for the amazing care and support. I'm so grateful to have found such a wonderful place for my daughter!

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Torquay)
from Danielle C (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2024

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This is a lovely nursery. My 20-month-old daughter attends here and my 12-year-old son attended 9 years ago, his key worker at the time still works here to this present day. At present the staff are very friendly kind understanding and have your child's best interest at heart. They keep you updated

hourly on sleep, nappy changes, and meals. They also help improve your child's development. Would highly recommend it. Thanks.

Reply from Victoria Byrne, Nursery ManagerM at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Torquay)

Thank you so much for the lovely review. We are so happy to have you guys as part of our Mama Bear family.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)
from Bethany O (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2024

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Mama Bears has always been so supportive towards our family and especially my daughter’s developmental needs. She has been there for nearly 2 years now and enjoys their activities so much she doesn’t even say bye anymore! My daughter has a great relationship with the staff in all of the rooms within

the setting and feels very comfortable with them, the manager at the nursery is very informative and understanding. We will be continuing to use the setting until she is school-age and would recommend it to others. The bonus is it’s on-site to my workplace!

Reply from Carly Wilkinson, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Paignton - Long Road)

Thank you for your lovely feedback, I will make sure that I share this with the team. Kind Regards.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
from Tina N (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024

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An absolute gem of a nursery! Amazing staff, the same staff were there for my son 7 years ago and now my daughter can’t fault it. Fresh food on site and and framework followed for key stages. Big outdoor space flexible booking and lots of activities arranged each day I wouldn't send my kids anywhere

else.

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Review of
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
from Jess B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024

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Mama Bear's is such a great nursery. Both my boys have attended and they have always been happy to go in and love all the staff that work there.
My oldest son is in school and still has to go in to see his preschool teachers and give them a hug every time.
All the staff are friendly and cheerful

with the kids and do a range of activities every day which are fun and engaging.
My son loves his abc’s, singing the song and recognising the letters everywhere. The staff in his room have really honed in on this and encouraged him and he is learning so much.
The ladies in reception are always so friendly and helpful with any queries.
The food must be better than mine as he eats more at nursery than at home!
We have been through some health issues with our son in the last 12 months and the nursery couldn’t have been more accommodating, even getting a community nurse in to talk to the staff and teach them about administering his medicine.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your review. We love that your eldest son still comes in to visit us!

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Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
from J A (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024

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Absolutely amazing. Cannot thank all the staff enough. Everyone is always so helpful and friendly. The admin department and manager always go above and beyond to help in any way they can. Everyone in the baby room is incredible and it gives me such peace of mind knowing my daughter is looked after so

well.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your lovely review. We will share this review with our team.

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Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
from S W (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024

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Mama Bears at Springhill is a fantastic setting that provides excellent provision for the children. All practitioners are friendly, caring and supportive. Have recommended this nursery to all family and friends.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your review and thank you for recommending us to family and friends.

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Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
from Chloe M (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024

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Mama Bear's in Pennycross are absolutely amazing. All of the staff are so kind, welcoming and friendly. My daughter is absolutely thriving in the baby room. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the staff. I am kept fully updated throughout the day on what my daughter is eating, what activities she is

completing, how long she is napping and when her nappy is being changed.
Mama Bear's are very good at keeping parents informed regarding any illnesses that may be within the nursery setting.
I am so glad I chose to send my daughter to Mama Bears, I wouldn't send her anywhere else!

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your lovely review. We will share this with our team!

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