Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch)

59 Bristol Road, Whitchurch, Bristol BS14 0PF
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9.7 44 Reviews
This pre-school in Whitchurch opened on the 19th June 2017 and is the most recent addition to the Mama Bear’s family. It has been specially designed to cater for the children aged three and over with excellent resources and facilities. The outdoor space is a spacious and landscaped garden with free flow access from inside the pre-school.

The nursery is easily accessible off the Bristol Road and is directly opposite Whitchurch Primary School.

Experienced childcare practitioners design activities to support each child’s development and progression. As well as creating a caring and nurturing environment, the pre-school actively help children prepare for the transition to primary school.
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Care Provided by Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch)

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Kira Gyde (Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 4
  • Total Places for Children
  • 30
  • Age Range
    • from 3 years 0 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 & 1 week at Christmas
  • Parking

  • The pre-school has extensive parking so parents can easily drop off and collect children. Parents who also have children attending Whitchurch Primary School will be able to conveniently use their car park for both drop offs.


Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) Reviews (44)

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Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) has 44 reviews.

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Review from Rory J (Father of Child) published on 15 April 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been attending the nursery for a year now, to begin with she was shy and reserved. She is now very confident and has truly come out of her shell.


She has a strong bond with her key person who she loves going to see each day. She even talks about her at home and to family members.


They have put on lovely stay and plays this past year including a winter/Christmas stay and play with lots of activities and just this last week had a Mother's Day tea.


She has got on so well I would recommend this nursery with not a bad word to say.


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Review from Chelsie N (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Mama Bears since Sept 2024. I was sooo nervous at first to put him anywhere as he was at a childminders previously and just wouldn't settle. Within his first couple of weeks at Mama Bears he settled and I could notice a difference in him, he was so happy there and he still
loves it.


My son has recently had an operation to improve his hearing and the nursery have fully supported this and have helped him come out of his shell and explore more, whilst making extra efforts to support his weaknesses.


Every staff member has been amazing with Brody and I cannot thank them enough. I have and will continue to praise this nursery to everyone because it really is a fab place to send your child :)


Reply from Emma, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch)

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we appreciate you taking time to review us.


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Review from Natalie C (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This is a lovely nursery not got a bad word to say my son started off as a shy unconfident boy he would cry and cry and cry the staff have been so good and patient with him he now walks in confident and wanting to play we have no tears just smiles thank you so much for your help and support I would
definitely recommend

Reply from Emma Parker, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch)

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback we really appreciate it.


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Review from V B (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5

My son has attended the setting for nearly 2 years and has numerous additional needs which was identified very early on in him attending the setting. The staff on a personal level are kind and supportive of the children. On a professional level, lack understanding and experience. Staffing and hours
are inconsistent, meaning that they regularly cannot fulfil the hours my son is signed up for. My son has been thoroughly let down in terms of his Senco support - the excuses given are always lack of staff, training and staff sickness. I would never recommend this setting to anyone but especially if you think your child has any kind of additional need.

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Review from Bjorg H (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son started at Mama Bear's when he turned two and he has had two months now at the nursery. He was warmly welcomed there and settled in fast and well. Within the first couple of weeks he seemed to be at ease when we dropped him off and has since then been in no rush to leave when we pick him up
at the end of the day! The nursery manager, his key person, and other staff have all helped make his adjustment very smooth and they have kept us updated on how our son is getting on. We would be very happy to recommend this nursery and we very much appreciate how well they have looked after our boy so far.

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Review from Sally C (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Thank you dearly to all the staff at Mama Bears Whitchurch for providing such a loving, secure and stimulating place for the children. My boy has made lovely relationships with the other children and carers alike and he always seems happy and engaged when I pick him up. Of the other nurseries he's previously
attended, this settling seems by far the best managed and organised, with interesting, new activities set out every day in advance. Thank you sincerely for taking such excellent care!

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Review from Rina Wandji D (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff very warm and kind towards kids.
They are usually very attentive to children needs which makes me happy and very comfortable sending my child there. The fact that the encourage kids to learn new things and the patience they put into it makes me really glad.

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Review from Marcel K (Father of Child) published on 6 February 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son really enjoys going to Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) and the staff have been wonderful. My only regret, after years of childcare struggles, is that we haven't decided on this nursery earlier as it is a pure joy to see our son thrive that much under the wide range of learning
and social activities arranged by the staff and the management of the nursery.
He is always happy to go in when we drop him off in the morning and finds a lot of new friends there. Sometimes he doesn't even want to go back home with us! The manager is lovely, very organised and always helpful. We get regular newsletters and updates keeping us up to date on things going on at the nursery.
We recommended this nursery to our friends as we were so impressed. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for fabulous childcare.

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Review from Jessica L (Mother of Child) published on 25 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

We are really happy with how our child has settled at Mama Bears. After a year of upset with another childcare setting, he’s fitted in instantly. I love how all the team members didn’t hesitate to give our child a hug the minute he showed upset at drop off initially.
He is always happy to come to nursery
and comes home with lots of exciting stories to tell about his day.
We are looking forward to continuing to see him thrive at Mama Bears.

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Review from Shauna N (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I cannot say enough good things about this nursery. My little one loves going in everyday which definitely makes mornings a lot easier. I'm always so impressed by the range of activities set out in the mornings - I'm often tempted to stay myself! I had concerns about his speech before attending Mama
Bears but this has vastly improved and I've noticed a big difference in his confidence as a whole. Ultimately, all credit should go to the staff, the team are caring and fun and evidently has lovely close bonds with the children.

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Review from S E (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery in general, and after coming back from the Xmas break, the staff helped my child feel at ease, with lots of fun activities, stories and learning. Lovely staff, they go above and beyond, all in a happy, clean environment. Would recommend it over and over again.

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Review from Sophie T (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started at Mama Bears in October 2023. I have nothing but amazing things to say about the team there. She was made to feel so welcome and absolutely loves going on her days. She had been out of a nursery setting for over a year so was understandably feeling apprehensive about starting. But
seeing her so excited to go from the start has made it such an easy transition. All of the nursery staff and managers are amazing.

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Review from Joana F (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The best decision ever made.
There are no words to describe what a wonderful school it is. The staff are wonderful, attentive, concerned and passionate about what they do. My son loves all the staff members and is always happy to return to school. I couldn't ask for a better school than this. I recommend
this school to any parent. Thank you to all of you for the affection and love you give to all of us and for leaving us parents with a lighter heart when we leave our son with you. Because we know that he is well-delivered.

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Review from Megan C (Mother of Child) published on 16 January 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All staff are very friendly and welcoming, and all very good with my son who is for the most part non-verbal. Love the photo updates that I receive and the communication about what they’ll be focusing on each term.

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Review from Mahsa K (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been here since she was two years old, and she has truly blossomed during her time at this nursery! Everything from her social skills to her vocabulary has come on faster than I ever imagined. The staff are so welcoming to both parents and children, and it is easy to address any queries
or questions about my daughter's day-to-day learning. I can't praise all the ladies enough for all their work with my daughter! Not a day has gone by that she hasn't wanted to go to nursery.
Thanks again, ladies.

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Review from Jen R (Mother of Child) published on 10 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely preschool. My son came from a childminders, and within a few weeks, I could see such a change in him. He’s now very outgoing and has come out of his shell. He loves going every day to see all of the children and staff.

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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child has attended Mama Bear's for 1 year and my child absolutely loves going, in fact every day of the week she asks to go to school. The staff are helpful, reliable and professional at all times, and I have had a positive experience and would recommend this setting to any parent for their child/children.

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Review from Ramona C (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have only good words to say about Mama’s Bear Day Nursery. The staff are very caring friendly and helpful! Any time you have a concern about your child they always there to help you! I recommended this day care!

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Review from Victoria M (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Where do I begin;
From day one when I dropped off my boy, he was very tearful and the staff could tell I was upset as well. Within five minutes of leaving I had a phone call to reassure me that my boy was now playing with others and laughing.
I cannot put into words how amazing the team are, there
are not enough words to give them the praise that they deserve. They have welcomed us with open arms, and the difference I have seen in my boy is phenomenal.
The staff always ensure I am kept up to date with his day and how he is getting on, they are really supportive and encourage him to be his best self (this is no easy task!).
They are always doing something fun and educational, and he is so excited to tell me about his day when I pick him up.
Such an amazing place and I have and will continue to recommend to everyone I know.

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I absolutely love it here. My son enjoys himself and is always doing fun things. I love how they keep you up-to-date throughout the whole day with what they’ve been up to, what they have eaten and nappy changes. All the staff are friendly and caring and it’s nice sending my son to nursery knowing he’s
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.689)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.689) out of 10 for Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 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 4.689 for Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) is calculated as follows: ( (162 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) + (6 Poors x 2) + (6 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 190 Ratings = 4.689

  • 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 Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) is based on 15 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 30 number of registered child places is 6, which has been reached with 15 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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Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2024

Recipient: Mama Bear's Day Nursery Ltd

Date: Thursday 28 Mar 2024 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2023

Recipient: Mama Bear's Day Nursery Ltd

Date: Friday 28 Apr 2023 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2022

Recipient: Mama Bear's Day Nursery Ltd

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch)

What is the Age Range of Children that Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) accepts?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) accepts Children aged from 3 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) Open?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) 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 Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) have capacity for?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) has capacity for a total of 30 Children.

How far is Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-School (Whitchurch) to the centre of Bristol?

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

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