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157-159 Whiteway Road, St George, Bristol, BS5 7RW
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21 August 2024
I could not ask for a more kind and attentive team at Mama Bears! Thank you for the 3 years of excellent care you've given my little one. They know my child incredibly well, he feels comfortable with them all and even asks if we can invite them on holiday with us. really happy we chose this setting, they have been right here with us every step of the way. Thank you!
27 March 2024
Such a wonderful setting. My son is 3 and has absolutely loved it there from day one. All the staff are really friendly and know him very well, and as a result he is more than happy to run in each morning. They have lots of resources and outdoor space, and we get plenty of updates on an app throughout the day, showing him doing lots of educational activities as well as messy play. His language and skills have really improved with their help, and he will be more than ready to start school thanks to all their support. This is truly such a lovely nursery and I'm more than happy to give them a top review.
14 March 2024
Our daughter started nursery at Whiteway Road Mama Bears last August 2023 and I can't thank the manager and the team enough for how much she now loves it and walks in without a second glance. She loves nursery and has flourished which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team.
08 March 2024
Our daughter has been at this setting for almost 3 years now. We had to move her from her previous setting and were worried that this would be similar, but it’s not. We have only good things to say about the nursery. Mama Bear's, Speedwell, has had to face many hard times, like all education and day care settings, but through it all, they’ve remained both optimistic and fully committed to making sure that our daughter has the best experience while she’s in their care. She’s massively grown in confidence and social skills; developed supportive relationships with staff; and loved every day that she’s gone. Communication is mostly good, and the staff are always on hand to help with anything you need support with. We wholeheartedly believe that we couldn’t have sent her to a better place. The focus on outdoor activities and a fun and engaging curriculum to learn from, has all set her up to no doubt be a success when she moves onto primary school. We love this place!
08 March 2024
Lovely staff, always very friendly. Our son loves his time at nursery. He always has a smile when he goes there. We are impressed with the developmental activities, the food and the themed days too. Thanks a lot.
07 March 2024
My daughter has been at Mama Bear's for two years and we have been very impressed. The outdoor area is lovely and a real favourite of my daughter's. They do lots of different activities and every day seems packed. There was a period where staff turnover was high but things seem settled now and even during that time, I felt like my daughter was happy to be there. My daughter has additional needs and staff have been very supportive and understanding of the best ways to support her. I was very anxious about leaving her at a nursery as she is a covid baby and before joining the nursery she hadn't been away from us, but the staff have always done a great job at settling her and - as I have requested - rung me on days she just wouldn't settle. We will be sad to leave this summer but our daughter is off to school!
07 March 2024
I cannot speak highly enough about Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Speedwell). My experience with this facility has been nothing short of exceptional. As a parent, the well-being and development of my child are of the utmost importance, and Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Speedwell) has consistently exceeded my expectations. The staff are not only professional but also genuinely caring. They create a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and happy. The teachers at the pre-school are experienced and dedicated to providing quality education through play-based learning. My child has shown remarkable progress in various skills and has developed a love for learning. I wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent looking for a reliable, caring, and stimulating pre-school experience for their little ones.
07 March 2024
My son has been going to Whiteway Road for almost 3 years and loves it there. The staff are really caring, know him well and look after him as if they were family members. My son is so happy there that he started to complain about being home with me on Friday. He preferred being there. That meant a lot, and allowed me to go back to work full time. We will all be sad when we will have to leave for school at the end of the year.
26 February 2024
The nursery has in my opinion too many children with not enough members of staff. Staff seem stressed when answering the door and sounds crowded upon drop-off /pick-up. My child seems happy enough but activities do not seem to have a big range of imagination.
17 July 2023
Our experience with Mama Bears has been overwhelmingly positive. The staff are friendly and kind. The children appear to do a wide range of activities, linking to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds and I love the monthly themes the kids have to focus on. I really like the parent zone app used to update parents on how the child is progressing throughout the day. So nice to have and allows me to build on, at home, what my child has learnt through the day. The children have a good outdoor space to play around in but nice that they go outside of the nursery occasionally. I was so anxious my child wouldn’t settle in as he does like to be next to me at all times. I really value the way the Mama Bears staff settled my son into the setting, providing that emotional support which meant he was able to quickly adapt to the new surroundings in a matter of weeks!
28 May 2023
We have been using Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School for a little over a year now. The nursery has had some staff turn around and some struggles but the staff and management have stayed positive and helpful throughout all their challenges. They are always clear and communicative about changes happening at the nursery and happy to answer any questions I have. We receive emails with updates and newsletters as well as everything being posted on the nursery door for transparency. My child’s recent move up from the baby room to the bouncy bears room was seamless. Her key workers helped her make that transition and change of routine with ease. She loves coming to nursery and seeing her nursery friends every day. There always seems to be a variety of activities for her to engage in. We love that they celebrate numerous holidays and my daughter is able to experience and learn about many different cultures. The staff keeps their in house app updated regularly with wonderful pictures which really make my day.
20 May 2023
My child has been going to Mama Bears for 2.5 years now and all the staff during this time have been absolutely amazing. I genuinely have no faults at all, my child is a challenging one and they have done everything they can to accommodate his needs. My child loves going to nursery and seeing all the staff and other children, the staff go above and beyond and I’m so grateful for them all. Without them, I’d be lost as they have helped us massively with everything. Thank you Mama Bears.
28 April 2023
All the staff are helpful with my son. As I have been trying to get him potty trained and get him out of nappies and to sit on the toilet to do wees and poos. Great support from them all. He has also come out of his shyness and has built a good relationship with some of the teachers.
27 April 2023
We have been with Mama Bears for 3 years and think it's great. It's had its share of staff and management turnover but the team are great. The manager always responds to emails regarding extra hours/change of days and has made the nursery a positive and organised place, and she is always warm and friendly when dealing with us. We get newsletters, and notes on the outside of the door about reminders of upcoming events. Our boys love their key workers and look forward to seeing them each day. They are always happy to go to nursery and we have always felt like they are loved and cared for. The update photos and assessments are great, gives us something to talk to them about when they get home.
27 April 2023
I cannot fault the nursery, the staff are very helpful and caring. It is a far cry from the year before when it was understaffed and not managed well. I have to say a big thank you to the manager and her team as they have been very supportive and helpful when I've had to take my child to school. He struggles with going to nursery but is always happy and pleased when he comes out. The only thing I do have to say is the lady who works in the baby section isn't very polite and always looks very withdrawn and unhappy to be there.
27 April 2023
Great nursery. My son is happy here and I can see a good improvement in him ever since he started the nursery. The manager and staff are very professional, polite and friendly. I would definitely recommend it.
27 April 2023
My daughter started here when she was 12 months old and although it took some time to settle in, she now is very happy. The staff have been really good at encouraging her to have some independent play but also happy to cuddle her if that's what she wants just adapting to what my daughter would like. I have found everyone helpful and apart from one cancelled session (which was refunded) I've not experienced any issues.
27 April 2023
My daughter attends this nursery as one of the preschool group full time. I’ve always had some ‘mum guilt’ about her full time attendance but she always seems so happy about her time at the nursery and talks fondly about her friends and carers there when at home, so it makes me feel a lot better. They are really good at organising themes or activities for the children to do, including the messy play that we don’t always do at home. I love seeing the updates on the app! Plus the garden area is large with plenty of toys. Very happy my daughter attends and it will get her into a good routine for school in the future.
26 April 2023
My son has such a good time at this nursery. He loves going and all the staff there are all so lovely and are all brilliant with all the children there. I'm glad we chose this nursery for him.
26 April 2023
My daughter has been attending the nursery for almost 2 years now. She is very happy and confident since starting here. She has developed good relationships with the staff and they give regular feedback on her progress and where we as a family could support her. I feel happy knowing she is thriving and enjoying the setting. I have the most confidence in the staff and there is always someone to speak to regarding any concerns or queries. The online feedback forum of her day helps me grasp where she is or what her nursery day has consisted of. To say it’s a full day is an understatement, the team work extremely hard with the children and as a family, we couldn’t be happier for our little girl.
Latest Reviews for Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Speedwell)
21 August 2024
I could not ask for a more kind and attentive team at Mama Bears! Thank you for the 3 years of excellent care you've given my little one. They know my child incredibly well, he feels comfortable with them all and even asks if we can invite them on holiday with us. really happy we chose this setting, they have been right here with us every step of the way. Thank you!
27 March 2024
Such a wonderful setting. My son is 3 and has absolutely loved it there from day one. All the staff are really friendly and know him very well, and as a result he is more than happy to run in each morning. They have lots of resources and outdoor space, and we get plenty of updates on an app throughout the day, showing him doing lots of educational activities as well as messy play. His language and skills have really improved with their help, and he will be more than ready to start school thanks to all their support. This is truly such a lovely nursery and I'm more than happy to give them a top review.
14 March 2024
Our daughter started nursery at Whiteway Road Mama Bears last August 2023 and I can't thank the manager and the team enough for how much she now loves it and walks in without a second glance. She loves nursery and has flourished which is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team.
08 March 2024
Our daughter has been at this setting for almost 3 years now. We had to move her from her previous setting and were worried that this would be similar, but it’s not. We have only good things to say about the nursery. Mama Bear's, Speedwell, has had to face many hard times, like all education and day care settings, but through it all, they’ve remained both optimistic and fully committed to making sure that our daughter has the best experience while she’s in their care. She’s massively grown in confidence and social skills; developed supportive relationships with staff; and loved every day that she’s gone. Communication is mostly good, and the staff are always on hand to help with anything you need support with. We wholeheartedly believe that we couldn’t have sent her to a better place. The focus on outdoor activities and a fun and engaging curriculum to learn from, has all set her up to no doubt be a success when she moves onto primary school. We love this place!
08 March 2024
Lovely staff, always very friendly. Our son loves his time at nursery. He always has a smile when he goes there. We are impressed with the developmental activities, the food and the themed days too. Thanks a lot.
07 March 2024
My daughter has been at Mama Bear's for two years and we have been very impressed. The outdoor area is lovely and a real favourite of my daughter's. They do lots of different activities and every day seems packed. There was a period where staff turnover was high but things seem settled now and even during that time, I felt like my daughter was happy to be there. My daughter has additional needs and staff have been very supportive and understanding of the best ways to support her. I was very anxious about leaving her at a nursery as she is a covid baby and before joining the nursery she hadn't been away from us, but the staff have always done a great job at settling her and - as I have requested - rung me on days she just wouldn't settle. We will be sad to leave this summer but our daughter is off to school!
07 March 2024
I cannot speak highly enough about Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Speedwell). My experience with this facility has been nothing short of exceptional. As a parent, the well-being and development of my child are of the utmost importance, and Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Speedwell) has consistently exceeded my expectations. The staff are not only professional but also genuinely caring. They create a warm and nurturing environment where children feel safe and happy. The teachers at the pre-school are experienced and dedicated to providing quality education through play-based learning. My child has shown remarkable progress in various skills and has developed a love for learning. I wholeheartedly recommend it to any parent looking for a reliable, caring, and stimulating pre-school experience for their little ones.
07 March 2024
My son has been going to Whiteway Road for almost 3 years and loves it there. The staff are really caring, know him well and look after him as if they were family members. My son is so happy there that he started to complain about being home with me on Friday. He preferred being there. That meant a lot, and allowed me to go back to work full time. We will all be sad when we will have to leave for school at the end of the year.
26 February 2024
The nursery has in my opinion too many children with not enough members of staff. Staff seem stressed when answering the door and sounds crowded upon drop-off /pick-up. My child seems happy enough but activities do not seem to have a big range of imagination.
17 July 2023
Our experience with Mama Bears has been overwhelmingly positive. The staff are friendly and kind. The children appear to do a wide range of activities, linking to a wide range of cultures and backgrounds and I love the monthly themes the kids have to focus on. I really like the parent zone app used to update parents on how the child is progressing throughout the day. So nice to have and allows me to build on, at home, what my child has learnt through the day. The children have a good outdoor space to play around in but nice that they go outside of the nursery occasionally. I was so anxious my child wouldn’t settle in as he does like to be next to me at all times. I really value the way the Mama Bears staff settled my son into the setting, providing that emotional support which meant he was able to quickly adapt to the new surroundings in a matter of weeks!
28 May 2023
We have been using Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School for a little over a year now. The nursery has had some staff turn around and some struggles but the staff and management have stayed positive and helpful throughout all their challenges. They are always clear and communicative about changes happening at the nursery and happy to answer any questions I have. We receive emails with updates and newsletters as well as everything being posted on the nursery door for transparency. My child’s recent move up from the baby room to the bouncy bears room was seamless. Her key workers helped her make that transition and change of routine with ease. She loves coming to nursery and seeing her nursery friends every day. There always seems to be a variety of activities for her to engage in. We love that they celebrate numerous holidays and my daughter is able to experience and learn about many different cultures. The staff keeps their in house app updated regularly with wonderful pictures which really make my day.
20 May 2023
My child has been going to Mama Bears for 2.5 years now and all the staff during this time have been absolutely amazing. I genuinely have no faults at all, my child is a challenging one and they have done everything they can to accommodate his needs. My child loves going to nursery and seeing all the staff and other children, the staff go above and beyond and I’m so grateful for them all. Without them, I’d be lost as they have helped us massively with everything. Thank you Mama Bears.
28 April 2023
All the staff are helpful with my son. As I have been trying to get him potty trained and get him out of nappies and to sit on the toilet to do wees and poos. Great support from them all. He has also come out of his shyness and has built a good relationship with some of the teachers.
27 April 2023
We have been with Mama Bears for 3 years and think it's great. It's had its share of staff and management turnover but the team are great. The manager always responds to emails regarding extra hours/change of days and has made the nursery a positive and organised place, and she is always warm and friendly when dealing with us. We get newsletters, and notes on the outside of the door about reminders of upcoming events. Our boys love their key workers and look forward to seeing them each day. They are always happy to go to nursery and we have always felt like they are loved and cared for. The update photos and assessments are great, gives us something to talk to them about when they get home.
27 April 2023
I cannot fault the nursery, the staff are very helpful and caring. It is a far cry from the year before when it was understaffed and not managed well. I have to say a big thank you to the manager and her team as they have been very supportive and helpful when I've had to take my child to school. He struggles with going to nursery but is always happy and pleased when he comes out. The only thing I do have to say is the lady who works in the baby section isn't very polite and always looks very withdrawn and unhappy to be there.
27 April 2023
Great nursery. My son is happy here and I can see a good improvement in him ever since he started the nursery. The manager and staff are very professional, polite and friendly. I would definitely recommend it.
27 April 2023
My daughter started here when she was 12 months old and although it took some time to settle in, she now is very happy. The staff have been really good at encouraging her to have some independent play but also happy to cuddle her if that's what she wants just adapting to what my daughter would like. I have found everyone helpful and apart from one cancelled session (which was refunded) I've not experienced any issues.
27 April 2023
My daughter attends this nursery as one of the preschool group full time. I’ve always had some ‘mum guilt’ about her full time attendance but she always seems so happy about her time at the nursery and talks fondly about her friends and carers there when at home, so it makes me feel a lot better. They are really good at organising themes or activities for the children to do, including the messy play that we don’t always do at home. I love seeing the updates on the app! Plus the garden area is large with plenty of toys. Very happy my daughter attends and it will get her into a good routine for school in the future.
26 April 2023
My son has such a good time at this nursery. He loves going and all the staff there are all so lovely and are all brilliant with all the children there. I'm glad we chose this nursery for him.
26 April 2023
My daughter has been attending the nursery for almost 2 years now. She is very happy and confident since starting here. She has developed good relationships with the staff and they give regular feedback on her progress and where we as a family could support her. I feel happy knowing she is thriving and enjoying the setting. I have the most confidence in the staff and there is always someone to speak to regarding any concerns or queries. The online feedback forum of her day helps me grasp where she is or what her nursery day has consisted of. To say it’s a full day is an understatement, the team work extremely hard with the children and as a family, we couldn’t be happier for our little girl.