Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

203 Tyler Street, Sheffield S9 1DJ
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Care Provided by Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Abbie Stovin (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 12
  • Total Places for Children
  • 74
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

  • We are an all year round nursery, open 51 weeks per year and offer the following sessions only:


    Session Time Hours
    Full Day 07:30-18:00* 10 hours 30 mins
    Morning 07:30:12:30 5 hours
    Afternoon 13:00-18:00 5 hours


    Funded hours are granted for 38 term weeks a year only. Annually this equates to 570/1140 hours for an entitlement of 15/30 hours respectively. Hours can be taken in one of four ways, including options to use just your funded hours or use your funded hours to contribute towards the sessions you need, over an academic year running Sept to August:


    *Due to Local Authority terms of a maximum funded claim of 10 hours, this is restricted to a 17:30 finish
    for those taking a ‘Funded Hours Only’ option below.


    Term Time Only
    Funded Hours Only:
    Max of 15/30 hours booked per week during our 38 term wks
    Hours utilised by taking combination of our standard sessions
    Full day session restricted to a 17:30 finish per LA terms
    Possibility to pay for additional 30 mins to extend day to 18:00
    Consumable charge for each hour booked
    No registration fee
    Limited availability


    Term Time Only:
    Minibugs Plus:
    Unlimited sessions booked subject to availability
    Must be entitled to funded hours to access
    this option
    Hours utilised by taking combination of our standard sessions
    Only hours in excess of the funded hours entitlement are billed
    Full day sessions run until 18:00
    Consumable charge for each hour booked
    Subject to a registration fee
    Limited availability


    All Year Round
    Funded Hours Only:
    Annual funding entitlement spread over 51 weeks - max 10/20 hours available per wk
    Combination of our standard sessions booked
    Model may require year to commence from Sept to avoid interim charges
    Full day session restricted to a 17:30 finish per LA terms
    Possibility to pay for additional 30 mins to extend day to 18:00
    Consumable charge for each hour booked
    No registration fee
    Subject to availability


    All Year Round
    Minibugs Plus:
    Unlimited sessions booked subject to availability
    Hours utilised by taking combination of our standard sessions
    Only hours in excess of the funded hours entitlement are billed
    Model may require year to commence from Sept to avoid interim charges
    Full day sessions run until 18:00
    Consumable charge for each hour booked
    Subject to a registration fee

  • Contact the nursery directly for fee information.
    Funding available for 9 months to 4 year
  • Parking

  • The nursery site has parking and a drop off area for parents / carers to use.


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Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) Reviews (91)

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Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.763) out of 10, based on 13 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) has 91 reviews.

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Review from Emma P (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son absolutely loves going to nursery always asking when he is going back and has made friends always excited to go. The fact my son is like that shows he is well cared for and meets all his needs. The staff are very supportive of the parents and children's needs.

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Review from Kieran T (Father of Child) published on 19 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Choosing a nursery for my child was one of the most important decisions I've made as a parent and I can honestly say that Minibugs Wincobank has exceeded all of my expectations. From the moment I walked in for our initial tour, we felt a warmth and genuine care that set them apart.
What truly impressed
me is the staff. They are not just caregivers; they are nurturing, attentive, and truly invested in each child's well-being and development.

Reply from Sadie Corbett, Area Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we are so happy that you have had such a positive experience right from that initial tour.


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Review from Tara C (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My boy loves going to this nursery! He's 2 years old and has attended the nursery for the past year. His speech and understanding have improved greatly since going here. It's good to get updates through the day via the app on what he's been up to and eaten etc. The staff are really friendly and great
with all the kids.

Reply from Sadie Corbett, Area Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your positive review, it is lovely to hear that your little Minibug is thriving whilst with us.


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Review from Eleni A (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter settled very well, far quicker than I thought she would. All the staff are lovely. She can't wait to come to nursery. We love the updates we get via the app.

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Review from Kirsty T (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

A very positive experience. Our child has always been extremely comfortable and happy at nursery, with a very good relationship with all her teachers. She's also made some great friendships.

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Review from N A (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Best local nursery. I have been sending both my daughters here as soon as they hit 1 year old. I can trust them with my kids and there is constant communication relating to events, updates and changes. The team are very helpful and very patient with the kids. My daughters always enjoy their time. The
team is welcoming and positive with feedback. Thank you Minibugs Wincobank.

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Review from Courtney C (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter absolutely loves going here, begging to go every day. She has thrived being here, wish I'd started her here sooner.

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Review from O S (Mother of Child) published on 6 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son enjoys his time at nursery and always looks forward to coming in. The staff are great and friendly. Since starting nursery, my son has made so many friends and his development has come on so well. The app is also great, getting updates every time he's eaten, toilet and activities. It puts my
mind at ease knowing he's doing well.

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Review from Shanice C (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely fantastic nursery. Have gone above and beyond for both me as a parent and also my child. They know every child's individual needs and help in any way they can, whether that be home life or nursery life. Would recommend it to anyone. Staff are absolutely fantastic, and you are always greeted
with a big hello and a smile. Management is fantastic, and SEND worker goes above and beyond for children's different physical, mental and educational needs.

Reply from Rebecca Spry, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your review. It is always lovely to hear such positive comments that reflect the hard work our teams put in daily.


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Review from Kayleigh D (Mother of Child) published on 24 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started here in January, and the staff are so warm and welcoming! She’s taken time to settle, but they’ve helped her so much, and she’s thriving! She adores the girls who are alongside her daily. It’s such a lovely, clean nursery that has everything possible for the children, and also, the
food they offer sounds amazing from the menus! Lots of options, and it changes week by week.

Reply from Ros Thompson, Operations Analyst at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your lovely review of our Wincobank setting. We're pleased to hear your Minibug is thriving!


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Review from R M (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I like the Wincobank nursery. My daughter likes to go there from the beginning. In the beginning, she did not speak English but the nursery staff were teaching her a lot. They ask me every day how is she and if she needs special attention, they care for her. I always get information about her day, how
was she, what she has eaten, what she did etc. I definitely recommend them.

Reply from Ros Thompson, Operations Analyst at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you so much for your kind review of our Wincobank setting! We're pleased to hear that you would recommend us.


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Review from J B (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery has been so helpful over the last couple of months with the birth of my newborn and my eldest child's change in behaviour. I cannot thank all the staff for all they have done and are continuing to do. They have been amazing, my child started when she was 11 months old and she has created
such an amazing bond with the staff! No matter what is going on they are ready to welcome you with a smile. I am so thankful I have sent my child here and I will also be sending my second when I return to work. They all go above and beyond to communicate with parents so we don’t miss anything. Thank you all for your hard work! It’s very much appreciated.

Reply from Ros Thompson, Operations Analyst at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your kind review of our Wincobank setting! We're so pleased your experience is a good one.


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Review from Kiran R (Mother of Child) published on 5 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending this nursery since 2021 and I must say she has settled there very well. She has additional needs and I have been amazed at how this nursery has taken its time to help her and get the help she needs.
I have now enrolled my little boy in this nursery and I have full confidence
he will strive the same as my daughter. Definitely recommend this nursery to everyone!

Reply from Ros Thompson, Operations Analyst at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our Wincobank setting. We're delighted to hear your little one is doing well and we'll soon be welcoming another!


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Review from J T (Grandmother of Child) published on 7 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson started Minibugs in September 2022. Since being at the nursery his development has really come on. The staff are so friendly and polite and always have a smile when you see them, they are always there to listen to me and to my grandson. I'm so happy I chose this nursery for my grandson.
I would recommend it to everyone if you want your child to learn and enjoy playing. Minibugs is definitely the best nursery to go to take your child/grandchild.

Reply from Ros Thompson, Operations Analyst at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our Wincobank setting, we're pleased you have a good impression and a good experience at the Nursery!


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Review from M M (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely brilliant nursery so supportive and clean. All the staff are lovely, management is perfect there isn’t anything that they won’t do. My daughter came from a different nursery that she hated she settled in amazingly here at Minibugs she loves all the staff, always happy to go I'm more than
comfortable leaving her and know she is well looked after and happy. The playroom is lovely, the outside garden is too I don’t think there is actually anything that I’m unhappy with. The meals are all freshly prepared on-site. She is always clean after her session. I’d definitely recommend Minibugs.

Reply from Ros Thompson, Operations Analyst at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your lovely review of our Wincobank setting, it's wonderful to hear what a good impression has been made!


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Review from A S (Father of Child) published on 2 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5

Does not offer flexibility for the working family. Timing sessions are structured towards the setting that paying parents cannot afford. Could not offer a flexible approach due to lack of staff and no compromise.
Security concerns in a morning, where staff are not present downstairs and babies have
to be carried upstairs to be mixed with the older children. One access door outside allows anyone to walk in as a parent leaves.
App detailing the child’s day has had full records missing. Late accessing the door on the collection and dropping off times, where the collection time being logged from when the child is passed over and not when the buzzer is pressed.
Too much of the food is meat substitute based.
Finally after being left from the nursery a month ago, fully paid up and notice given. I’ve been sent another invoice for February! This has caused a lot of stress and shouldn’t have been allowed to happen! Concerns over data protection.
Better nurseries locally. Give this one a miss!

Reply from Astra Pitman, Project Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your review. It's disappointing to hear that you have left feeling this way. As a nursery we feel we have gone above and beyond to meet your requirements, including individual meetings with myself, as part of the Head Office team, and the Nursery Manager to see how best we could accommodate you. However, as a nursery provider, we have strict ratios to adhere to for the safety of our children as explained in the meeting and unfortunately were not able to fulfil your request. Our nursery has coded doors, covered by CCTV, and can only be operated via approved personnel. We offer a varied menu that has both options of meat and a meat substitute which caters to the requirements of all our children. Invoices are sent via a secure pathway and only to the recipient they are addressed to; you were also advised that this was an error on our part. Please feel free to contact me if you have any further questions regarding the service you received. We wish you and your family well.


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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely brilliant nursery with great outstanding facilities and also really friendly staff. The nursery manager is really accommodating and will go above and beyond for us. Really happy our little one has settled in so well and he really enjoys his days here. Staff document activities, updates and
photos on the app which is great and gives us peace of mind throughout the day. I would definitely recommend this nursery to others thinking of sending their children here.

Reply from Rebecca Spry, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your positive comments. Our manager is passionate and committed which really shows in the amazing relationships built. It's great to hear how you like the app and find it useful!


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Review from Sukhjinder K (Mother of Child) published on 24 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery, my son enjoys attending nursery and has made some good developments in his learning. He started nursery from baby room and now he is 3 years old and speaking alot. He is very confident now. All the staff is very friendly and pay close attention on kids. I must mention they are very
good in toilet training as well. Soon my little daughter starting in baby room as well.

Reply from Astra Pitman, Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your lovely review of our Wincobank setting. Its great to hear how much your child has developed and how well supported you feel with your son's potty training! How exciting that we are going to be getting another of your 'Mini bugs' very soon!


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Review from Eliska K (Mother of Child) published on 3 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Wincobank Minibugs is my son's current nursery (second year) and the teachers and nursery staff all are excellent at their job. Very friendly, nice people work there. Son is very happy going there. Teachers help him with his delayed speech, every day I can hear him to speak better and better. Because
he doesn't speak and his behaviour is a bit hyperactive I needed to get a short appointment in Minibugs to know something more about my son. I got 45 minutes with my son's key workers who answered all my questions and gave my many information about my son's behaviour in the nursery. I am very thankful for these two years - Minibugs is for us, a very good choice.

Reply from Astra Pitman, Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your lovely review of our Wincobank setting. It is so lovely to hear how supported you have felt with your son's development! We look forward to continuing on this journey with you. Thank you again, The Minibugs Team.


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Review from Jenna B (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Minibugs is a fantastic nursery with exceptional staff. My son absolutely loves it here and he's bonded hugely with all the staff.

Reply from Rebecca Spry, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your review! That is fantastic he has bonded so well with the staff, those relationships are so important!


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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.763)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.763) out of 10 for Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 13 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 13 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 4.885 for Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) is calculated as follows: ( (138 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 156 Ratings = 4.885

  • 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 4.878 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) is based on 13 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 74 number of registered child places is 14.8. 13 Positive Reviews ÷ 14.8 = 0.878

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

What is the Age Range of Children that Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) accepts?

Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) Open?

Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) have capacity for?

Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) has capacity for a total of 74 Children.

How far is Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank) to the centre of Sheffield?

3.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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