Edward Bears Private Daycare

64 Victoria Road, Cirencester GL7 1ES
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9.8 38 Reviews
  • Edward Bears Private Daycare, Cirencester
At Edward Bears Private Daycare there is a huge focus on ensuring children have nourishing and enriched experiences in their earliest years of life. This age is fundamental and sets a path for children's educational journey. Through the nursery's enabling environments, dedicated staff team and incredible knowledge they aim to support the development of vital lifelong skills such as independence, confidence, and kindness. Curiosity and wonderment are fundamental to Edward Bears Private Daycare, and they aim to encourage children to grow into passionate, adventurous, and curious individuals.

The nursery uses the Birth-five Matters framework to assess and support child development, using this to guide practice and the environment. The ethos of the nursery is heavily Curiosity Approach based with aspects of Steiner, Reggio Emelia, and Montessori approaches infused within this.

Children lead their own learning and through 'In the Moment' planning, autonomy and decision making of provision is within the children's hands. The environment is fundamental to Edward Bears Private Daycare, and the concept of Hygge is another value that heavily underpins their practice, striving to create a calm learning environment children feel safe and secure within.

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Care Provided by Edward Bears Private Daycare

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Edward Bears Private Daycare
  • Person in charge
  • Louise Savory (Operations Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 20
  • Total Places for Children
  • 71
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 2 weeks at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Edward Bears Private Daycare

  • £72.00 per day (before funding) Fees are times by 50 weeks and divided by 12 equal monthly instalments.

  • Any questions regarding fees, charges and funding please do not hesitate to enquire. Please see our latest fees on pages 21/22 of our T & Cs on our website. All fees without the new funding taken into account.
  • Parking

  • Car park for 14 cars onsite


Edward Bears Private Daycare Reviews (38)

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9.8

Edward Bears Private Daycare has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.759) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Edward Bears Private Daycare has 38 reviews.

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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My child has been attending the nursery since he was 14 months old and he is now 3. He has loved his time here and the staff are so nice and approachable. The meals are fantastic and the creativity in play is great. Very happy with our experience.

Reply from L Savory, Operations Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you for your lovely review. We are very glad that you happy with our care and education of your child.


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Review from Jonathan S (Father of Child) published on 14 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter has been in both the Acorns and the Willows rooms and has had a good time in both of them. She still goes in to say hello to the staff in Acorns and to cuddle the team leader in there, such is the bond they built with her.
We did have a difficult time getting her settled at first, however,
the staff worked with us to find something familiar from home so she could feel grounded and after that, she has been fine. She now wanders into Willows of her own accord.
I generally feel safe about my daughter going in, although one of the children has bitten her on the hand and that was not picked up until we had her home. We did have to ask her about that when we noticed the bite mark though, she did not volunteer the information to us or the staff. There is a lovely outdoor space for the kids to play and I only hear happy noises from my daughter about the staff.
Staff and management are responsive and helpful, in person or via the app.

Reply from L Savory, Operations Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you for your review. It is always great to hear lovely things about the staff and how happy your child is. Unfortunately some children communicate through sensory, rather than words at this age and biting is a common outcome of this. Staff do try to intervene, of course, to prevent this by using our positive behavior strategies and emotional tools. It is a common behavior trait for this age group that staff are alert to. However we do recognise that this is not nice for the child to experience or their parents. I am glad that despite this, that you and your child still appreciate the bond that your child has with staff and how she shows that she feels safe and loved within our care.


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Review from Hannah H (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We have had a great experience with Edward Bears. Our son attended for 3 and a half years and our daughter has been there for just over a year. Staff really care for the children and make an effort to get to know them well. The setting is always clean with a good variety of activities. Great variety
of healthy meals and snacks.
We have seen both our children learn so much during their time at the nursery.

Reply from L Savory, Operations Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you for your wonderful review. It has been a pleasure to have both children at the nursery and was so sad to see your eldest leave for school, but we love seeing him on collection of your youngest. The staff will be so happy to see your positive review.


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Review from Sophie A (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My older son joined the baby class when he was 11 months old. As a first-time mum I dreaded handing him over, but the staff at Edward Bears Private Daycare were so lovely and reassuring. He loved it, the atmosphere in the nursery was so calm and friendly, and from day one he played, ate and slept well
while he was there. Going back to work was much easier, knowing that he was happy and in such safe hands.
My son is now in the preschool class and continues to thrive. They do so many different activities and he is always happy to go in the mornings. The staff throughout his journey have been wonderful and supportive, helping him through potty training and working to his pace in relation to nap changes etc. They are always happy to chat about progress and any concerns. My younger son will be starting in the spring!

Reply from L Savory, Operations Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you for such a lovely review. We are so glad that your child is happy and therefore you are comfortable and at ease leaving him with us. Staff love to hear positive reviews about their care and education of the children.


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Review from Rachel H (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery - staff really friendly and caring, keeping us up to date throughout the day via the family app. Wonderful food, I am always jealous reading the day's menu! Our now 3 year old has been attending for over 6 months now and has settled in really well including through potty training, dropping
naps and transitioning from one room to another as he's turned 3. He loves it!

Reply from Lou Savory, Operations Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you for a great review. Our chef will be so happy that both your child and you are loving the food that she provides. She has been there for over 13 years and is an asset to the team! All of our staff are our greatest assets and are very passionate about their jobs and it shows, with such happy little people in our care.


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Review from Kathryn D (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am incredibly grateful for the support from the team at Edwards Bears. I found my baby's transition to nursery particularly challenging. They reassured me daily, and it was clear my baby felt at ease with them.
Every morning the manager welcomes every child with a smile. The team at Acorns ensures
my sometimes-challenging little one has everything needed to feel safe and happy. Huge kudos to everyone!

Reply from Theresa Lang, Owner at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you! I am incredibly happy that you trust us to take care of your baby and entrust our wonderful staff to do what they are passionate about, making sure each and every child feels welcome and secure whilst with us. That will enable that all children learn and thrive, whilst feeling safe and happy!


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Review from Luchia H (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a new parent, I found it very nerve-wracking picking a nursery but I’m so glad we decided to go with this nursery. My children have been really settled there from the very beginning and always seem to enjoy their time there. They seem to cover a broad range of activities and their key workers have
been absolutely fantastic. The staff are all very approachable and take a genuine interest in my children and their needs. It’s such a relief to know I can drop them off on my way to work and know they will be in a safe, stimulating and caring environment. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to other parents looking for a setting in Cirencester.

Reply from Levi Stevens, Area Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you so much for your heartfelt message and recommendation! We are absolutely thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our nursery.


We greatly appreciate your support, and we look forward to continuing to provide the best possible care and education for your children and all the little ones at the nursery.


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Review from Sophie T (Mother of Child) published on 14 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery has allowed my two girls to thrive. They both started in the baby room at age one and are now two and four years old. They were nurtured so carefully from day one that it made leaving them much more bearable. The nursery have been truly supportive through big changes like potty training
and give the children such wonderfully creative (and messy!) play opportunities which are more limited at home. The girls come home full of stories and ideas and have learnt a lot of vocabulary, number and letter recognition and writing skills. They are helped to talk about and control their emotions as well as understanding good behaviour and manners. We are very happy with the nursery team and recommend it.

Reply from Levi Stevens, Area Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you so much for your glowing review and comments, we really appreciate them - the girls are a joy to look after. Thanks again!


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Review from Christopher H (Father of Child) published on 2 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Overall I think the nursery is great. My son has always loved coming in and he is always kept busy, engaged and happy, mostly! The one issue of the last year or so has been the retention of staff and we feel that some of the behavioral issues we have seen are a result of the uncertainty around key workers
leaving all the time! That said, the staff are really good and always happy to take the time to explain how he's doing, what he's done that day, how he has behaved and what has really grabbed his attention.
I couldn't recommend the nursery more highly, thanks to everyone there!

Reply from Levi Stevens, Area Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback, it is very much appreciated.


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Review from H P (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our daughter enjoys coming and we have seen an improvement in her social skills since moving to the preschool room. All the staff are lovely. We are happy with the care she is getting in helping her get ready for school.

Reply from Levi Stevens, Area Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you for your feedback, it is very much appreciated. We're so glad that you have seen an improvement in your child's social skills in preparation for school.


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Review from D R (Father of Child) published on 10 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wonderful nursery, and have great trust in the team! The setting has so much to offer, with nice resources for the children to play with. Outdoor spaces blow you away with such lovely wooden apparatus for the children to play on, all suitable for the age range! Perfect for our daughter.

Reply from Levi Stevens, Area Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you so much for your wonderful comments. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your kind words with us!


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Review from M C (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter joined the nursery 4 months ago and she loves it. The staff are so adorable, with a lot of patience and support. Any doubts you may have with regards to your kid's development, tips on how to solve issues or suggestions, they always help you. The daily communication with parents is great,
they use an App which keeps you updated on the nappy changes, the meals, child development and any comments addressed to parents. It's a nice little setting that as soon as you enter, it feels like home.

Reply from Levi Stevens, Area Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you so much for your kind words, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your lovely views and comments with us!


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Review from Jessica J (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined the nursery in January this year and was very shy. She has really come out of herself and the team have been fantastic with her additional needs. The nursery is absolutely gorgeous, with lots of very cosy spaces and well-equipped, large outside spaces. I am so glad that I chose this
nursery after looking around quite a few in the area.

Reply from Levi Stevens, Area Manager at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our wonderful setting. We are so pleased to hear that you are happy with our nursery, and we are also glad that you chose us to care for your child, who is thriving!


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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

We had a great experience at the nursery 5 years ago for our daughter, but that was clearly down to the staff at the time. We then sent our son who started in January 2019 until August 2022 but wish we’d looked somewhere else. Lockdown brought out the worse in the owner and the feel of a family nursery
was lost very quickly and clearly down to numbers/money. We stayed as we had no other options through covid, but it hasn’t been a pleasant experience. The management is always happy to blame someone else rather than take responsibility for their actions and the recent Ofsted highlighted their faults. My son has been going since he was 8 months old (he’s now 4) and he got called the wrong name at drop-off the other week, the staff turnaround is ridiculous and we’re so glad to finally be able to walk away and never set foot in the nursery again. Such a shame his nursery days were so disappointing. I wouldn’t recommend this nursery to anyone.

Reply from Theresa Ogden, Owner at Edward Bears Private Daycare

We are very sorry you feel this way and wish that in those 4 years you could had spoken to us rather than wait all this time to leave a negative review. We are assuming therefore that you were happy with the care received from staff but just did not like the Owner due to closing down by Gov instruction in March 2020. Covid has been hard on many people and unfortunately, the nursery charged a 25% fee for the 8 weeks closed in order to be able to reopen our doors. Rest assured this was not just caring about money but rather a necessity to continue to operate and still be in existence now. Wishing your child all the best now that they have this month left to go to school.


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Review from Eleonora C (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter joined the nursery just over a year ago, initially in the baby’s room, now she is in the toddler class.
She has developed so much during this time, I’m really pleased with all the activities that they do during the day.
She is always happy to enter the nursery, most of the time she walks
straight in without even looking at me!
Since the new management has been put in place I’ve noticed huge improvements to the settings and I’m really happy with how they manage the nursery. All members of staff are always lovely as well!
I’d recommend it to a friend!

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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

Sadly due to many reasons we lost all trust in the nursery management so removed our child from the setting.


The final insult was that we were provided false information about the payment owed to us.


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Review from Nadia M (Mother of Child) published on 10 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son joined the nursery in January 2021 aged 18m after we moved to the area. At the time, due to Covid, we could not even enter the setting for a visit, but the staff were so communicative and reassuring from Day 1. Our little boy has been at the nursery nearly a year now, and he has blossomed so
much since he first started. He rarely looks back when we drop him off, he talks enthusiastically about his time in nursery, and as parents, we know he is in safe and caring hands. I couldn’t be happier with our choice of nursery.

Reply from Theresa Ogden, Owner at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you Nadia for a lovely review. Covid has been strange times for parents having to book into nurseries with no prior viewings, so we are even more pleased that you trusted us for your child's care and are so happy that he is thriving.


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Review from Stacey C (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a lovely environment with super friendly, knowledgeable and supportive staff. Definitely impressed so far. The gardens are amazing. Thank you for everything so far, we truly appreciate it.

Reply from Theresa Ogden, Owner at Edward Bears Private Daycare

Thank you Stacey for such wonderful feedback! We strive really hard at the nursery to create a wonderful learning environment for all of our precious children.


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.759)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.759) out of 10 for Edward Bears Private Daycare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 27 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.759 for Edward Bears Private Daycare is calculated as follows: ( (256 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (14 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 319 Ratings = 4.759

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Edward Bears Private Daycare is based on 27 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 71 number of registered child places is 14.2, which has been reached with 27 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Louise

Louise Savory

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2016

Louise has been with the Company for over 7 years and has a level 5 in childcare and Management.


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