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 Marie M (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery setting. Our daughter has progressed so well at the nursery. She enjoys her time in nursery and looks forward to going to nursery. The staff are excellent and listen to worries and are helpful. I would highly recommend.

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

Thank you so much for your review! It's lovely to hear how much your little one has progressed! It's great when they can't wait to come to nursery, we always cant wait to see them all!


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

The nursery has been really good in helping my child learn and develop in various different areas. He has been really enjoying coming to nursery and all the staff here are very friendly and supportive. They are very approachable and are available when we need them. Overall, very happy with our experience
in the nursery.

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

This is so lovely to read! Thank you so much for your review! It's so rewarding to see the children learn and grow in the nursery. We are delighted to hear the staff are approachable and supportive!


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Review from Kharen H (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attends Minibugs and is very happy. My son started his nursery when he was 17 months. The staff are extremely helpful and excellent. The facilities and communication is great. Minibugs is a great place for children and I would recommend to anyone. The staff are very professional and provide excellent
service,

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

Thank you very much for your review! We are so pleased to hear the staff are helpful! Parent partnerships are vitally important in helping our little Minibugs grow and develop!


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Review from M M (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has settled in well since starting at Minibugs in September.
She has gained confidence and is aided in her progress.
All staff members have been very helpful, kind and approachable at all times and I always feel comfortable speaking to them.

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

Thank you for picking Minibugs as the nursery for you! We're so happy we have made it the right choice too! It's so lovely to be a part of their journey and we will always aim to make sure our parent partnerships are supportive! Thank you for your kind words!


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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic 0-2 years room. The team really make my son feel really comfortable and happy.
Would recommend this nursery.

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

Thank you for such kind words! We are happy to hear you've had a great experience within out 0-2's room! We can't wait to continue care throughout the nursery as part of your little ones education journey!


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Review from Micha S (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have found Minibugs to be a fantastic nursery. My son has additional needs, which are all catered to. The staff are very attentive, obviously as a parent at first I had really bad anxiety leaving him as this was the first time I have left him in the care of anyone other than myself or family. The
nursery has really taken my son under their wings. I could not be more impressed with the development and social skills he has gained in such a short period of time. And they are fed really healthy meals.

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

Thank you for your review, it has been an absolute pleasure and privilege to be a part of your son's nursery journey! We always aim to be inclusive and support every child! We are happy to hear you have built great relationships and your little one is progressing well! Nutrition is so important for our little Minibugs so we always like to keep our menu varied!


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Review from Abbi R (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Minibugs has been amazing with my little girl. I was nervous that she wouldn’t settle in due to covid she hadn’t had much chance to be around other people and children. However, they did a great job of settling her in and keeping me up to date with how she was getting on.

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

Thank you for your lovely review! We are so glad you have been kept up to date with how your little one is getting on at Minibugs! We completely appreciate the worry and impact Covid has had on all of our families, and always aim to reassure you all where we can! Welcome to the Minibugs family!


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Review from Chloe W (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good nursery, highest standards very pleased with the care they give my daughter.

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

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our Wincobank nursery. We pride ourselves in creating a comforting and stimulating environment for all our Minibugs to thrive in, so it's great to hear how much you love our nursery!


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Review from Oksana R (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Great nursery, kids always coming home happy. My son was going to Minibugs and few years later we took our daughter to the same nursery. Unfortunately due to covid there was a bit less interaction with nursery staff however still amazing nursery.

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

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We pride ourselves on supporting children in all aspects of their learning and development and ensuring your child enjoys their time at nursery, so it's great to hear that both your children have been part of the Minibugs family!


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Review from Marina G (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The absolute best nursery there is anywhere. My son loves going there so much. The staff are great and very helpful. Super friendly, knowledgeable!
Applied for his sister as well for this year.
It’s a safe place for my kids.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your lovely review! It's amazing to hear that you feel Minibugs is a safe space for your children to learn and grow and that you've recently registered your second child with us. We're so happy to hear that your little boy loves coming to nursery and that you find the team friendly and knowledgeable as we strive to employ the best practitioners to look after your little ones!


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Review from Erica B (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending Minibugs Nursery since 2019, she started off in the 0-2 baby room then went up to the 2-5 room. The staff have always been so warm and welcoming, also attentive to children's needs. She has come on leaps and bounds since she started. I would definitely recommend Minibugs
Nursery.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for reviewing our Wincobank nursery! It's lovely to hear that your little one has learnt so much whilst attending Minibugs. Parent partnerships play a key role in our daily nursery life so it's great to hear that you find the team to be warm and welcoming and that you feel they continue to meet your child's needs well.


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Review from Anett I (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing place for my child.
The staff are really friendly and professional. I like that they take care extra care of my son as he's got some food allergies.
He loves spending time their and got some friends too.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for reviewing our Wincobank nursery. It's great to hear that your little one loves coming to nursery and has made lots of new friends. We are happy to hear that you find the team friendly as we strive to ensure parent partnerships play a key part of nursery life.


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Review from Saphira O (Mother of Child) published on 6 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My eldest daughter started in the baby room at 17-months-old and has always loved her time at nursery. She is now in the school readiness programme and is learning so much. She always has fun days and tells me all about it. She knows and loves all the staff members. My youngest daughter has attended
the baby room since she was 8-months-old and always loves it. She loves her keyworker and all the other staff members and has created some lovely friendships with the other children. She always takes part in really fun activities that I get to see through the app, which is also great because I get to see what she has eaten throughout the day and all her nappies and snacks are on there; she loves all her meals that are cooked onsite by the nursery cook.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you so much for your lovely review of our Wincobank nursery. It is great to hear that both of your children enjoy their time with us and have built strong relationships with the staff and other children. We are really happy to hear that you find the app beneficial and that the meals cooked on-site are enjoyed by your children as we strive to offer high quality, fresh meals and snacks.


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Review from Nadia I (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery. My daughter started in 2020 and she absolutely loved it, I then admitted my 1-year-old son, he is 3 now and I wouldn’t change it for the world. The staff have been amazing throughout my children's journeys, as a parent I feel so content dropping them off and I know they are in the best
care possible. The staff are beyond amazing they have been so good with both my children, they always leave the nursery with a smile on their faces.
Thank you so much for everything and your continuous support.


Many thanks


Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so happy that your children love coming to nursery and it's great to hear that they leave with big smiles on their faces. We strive to support our families so it's great to hear that we've been successful in doing so for you and your children.


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Review from Daniel N (Father of Child) published on 9 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We’ve had both of our children in Minibugs starting in 2018 and have always found the staff to be really friendly and helpful. The facilities are really good and offer children a great start. The food provides a wide variety and the communication via the parent app and the parent's social media page
is really good.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your review! We are so happy to hear that you think our facilities are great, we pride ourselves on offering children the best possible opportunities to grow and develop so it's lovely to hear this reflected in your views of the nursery.


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Review from Jessica B (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are very reassuring and all seem lovely. I was in 2 minds about sending my child to a nursery but I can honestly say it's the best thing I have done for him. They really help in any way they can.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your review! It is lovely to hear that you're happy and that your child is settled, despite having reservations about sending your child to a nursery. We work hard to ease parents' worries and understand that it can be a difficult decision to make, we pride ourselves on having strong parent partnerships where families feel supported.


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Review from Francessca U (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son's key worker tells me all of my son's progress and setbacks in great detail which I love to know. My son loves to take the books home to read, which I find amazing.


Also, the manager and deputy manager are helping me and dad to overcome my son's ongoing issues and exploring different strategies

to help us and him.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your review! It's great to hear that you feel supported by the nurseries management team and that your child's key worker has built a strong bond with your little boy and is able to effectively support his learning and development. We love that your little one enjoys the lending library and like to read at home!


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Review from Natasha S (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My son enjoys attending nursery and has made some fantastic developments in his learning. I believe that I have a fantastic relationship with the members of staff and they promptly respond to any worries I have concerning my sons development and well-being.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you for your review! It is lovely to hear that your child enjoys coming to nursery and is thriving and learning lots of new things. We pride ourselves on our parent partnerships so it's great to hear that the team have been able to ease any worries you have had.


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Review from Aisha B (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

What is there not to say about this nursery, all the partitioners are absolutely amazing with my child, he is so well looked after and always clean just the way I send him in the morning.


The staff always go out of their way for my child and anything I ask of them it is always done.


My son celebrated

his birthday and they made it so special for him and send me pics.


Would really recommend this nursery not a lot of nurseries are like this.


Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you very much for your lovely review! We are so happy to hear that your little boy enjoys his time at nursery. The team love to celebrate each child, especially their birthdays so it's lovely to hear that they've been able to make his day extra special.


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Review from Michael A (Father of Child) published on 8 March 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Minibugs Nurseries is an outstanding nursery, providing brilliant care. Minibugs has been a very positive experience for my child. It has helped my child with his social development and the staff have built an excellent relationship with him. He enjoys going to nursery. I feel it is the perfect nursery
for my child as they cater for his needs and always makes my child feel welcome and loved.

Reply from Natalie Paver, Regional Operations Manager at Minibugs Nurseries Ltd (Wincobank)

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so happy to hear that your child has been supported to make new friends at nursery and has built strong relationships with the team. It's great to hear that he enjoys coming to nursery and has lots of fun.


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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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