Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton)

112-116 Grove Leaze, Shirehampton, Bristol BS11 9QU
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  • Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton), Bristol
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton), in Bristol, is a converted nineteenth century farmhouse. This is an ideal setting for providing early years learning and quality childcare, because there is a fantastic amount of indoor and outdoor space. A flexible and wide ranging curriculum includes a focus on confidence building, problem solving, motor skills and balance.

Extensive resources and a team that are carefully chosen has allowed the nursery to connect positively with parents. The gardens have recently been redeveloped supporting children to make new discoveries and create their own adventures.

The new flexible sessions and availability of term-time only places have been designed to further support parents in the local community.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rebecca Connor (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 18

Total Places for Children

  • 68

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 & 1 week at Christmas

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton) Reviews (45)

9.9

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.945) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton) has 45 reviews.

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Review from Beth C (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent standards within the nursery, my son has come on leaps and bounds since starting here! I couldn’t recommend Mama Bears enough! The staff are amazing! My son comes out every day talking about the staff there and says every day he goes and that he has a great day! Since starting he’s excelled
in his eating and talking and I seriously can’t thank these girls enough!
I have gone from a child not wanting to go to nursery to a child asking every day to go! I am and will be forever grateful for the help and understanding of this nursery and I can’t wait to see what happens over the next couple of years well my child has his stay there!
Reply from Rebecca Connor, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton)
Thank you for your lovely review! We are glad to hear you are happy with the progress made already!
We look forward to seeing what the next couple of years bring!
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Review from Maddy E (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending the nursery since June 2023 and has been happy there from the moment she started.
She always looks forward to her nursery days and speaks positively of the members of staff. She enjoys the daily activities and is always so excited to tell us all about her day when she
gets home.
All members of staff are friendly and take good care of our daughter.
The manager has always answered our queries quickly and does her best to accommodate the additional days we request.
We are very happy with this nursery and will be sending our next child here.
Reply from Rebecca Connor, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton)
Thank you for your lovely review. Glad you are happy with the setting and the service, we look forward to welcoming your next child too!
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Review from Katie Q (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Standards are very high, very clean, so much for the children to do and learn, my daughter before (who went to a child centre previously) wouldn’t leave me, didn’t eat, and wouldn’t eat much at home. Within 3 days of going to Mama Bears my daughter now leaves me with no issues, she eating and exploring
different foods with confidence. Speech has come on leaps and bounds, great app to see what your child does, and when changing etc. You're involved in every step, like you are there. The staff are lovely, friendly, warm and welcoming every time. Great with the children. Great feedback at every pick-up on what your child has done. Great for working parents on timings. The staff are amazing I really can not fault them. So hardworking, wish I found them way before. Great facilities for all children's needs (my child needs to burn loads of energy) and there is so much to do, and the place is huge. Loads of different things to do as well as learn, this place is a must! Outstanding. Changed our lives for the better/family life too.
Reply from Rebecca Connor, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton)
Thank you, we are pleased to hear you are happy with the service provided and the difference we have made for you and your family.
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Review from Debra G (Mother of Child) published on 9 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Get updates daily on ParentZone app of my child’s daily activities including their learning progress and their nutrition throughout the day. Have been a few occasions where my child has been refused through concern of illness but has been nothing wrong with them so it has meant having unpaid days off
work. Very short notice of staff changes and very little flexibility around wrap around sessions in the evening meaning having to rely on family for collection some weeks. My child has been very happy since she was there at 7 months and has progressed very well with the help, encouragement and supervision from the friendly staff, including encouraging her slower physical development. She has made friends in her group and transitioned well into the bigger room. Location is convenient. Outside space is limited but I feel enough variety to keep my child interested.
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Review from M B (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The manager and her team run an absolutely fantastic nursery. They are incredibly caring and supportive but also provide our son with challenges and activities to develop his abilities and skills. Whenever there is an issue, they are always dealt with promptly and the staff go above and beyond. We are
really pleased with Mama Bear's and would recommend the nursery to others.
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Review from Sarah G (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl loves her time at nursery and the ladies at Mama Bears are so helpful and lovely. She took a little while to settle in but the staff were really patient with her. It didn't take long for her to get into the swing of things and now she really enjoys herself. The updates on the app are
really helpful, especially in terms of sleep/food and I love to see the little snapshots of her activities.
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Review from Rebecca C (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mama Bear's Shirehampton is an amazing nursary. The staff are very friendly and my daughter adores them. If you're looking for a nursary for your child, I 100% recommend Mama Bear's. You can pick what hours you want your child to attend and staff will help you with the forms if you are not sure.
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Review from Ez N (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Oh my goodness where do I even begin? This is absolutely the best nursery for my daughter -the whole team are extremely amazing and so loving towards my daughter and to all the other children as well.
My daughter started going here in January and she is currently non-verbal amongst other things and
the nursery has done everything possible to make sure that all her needs are met and have supported her as best as possible to catch up with her peers.
As a parent who works full time, I feel at ease taking my daughter to nursery every day because I know that she is well cared for - It's definitely a second home for her.
I definitely recommend this nursery, nothing is too much to ask for these ladies and they have all gone above and beyond all my expectations and for that, I am truly grateful!
Massive thanks to the Shirehampton team because everyone there has played a great role in one way or another in making sure that my daughter has the best experience and I'm one very happy mama.
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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 28 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are so friendly and kind. My daughter really enjoys the activities and tells me if she has been painting or drawing. She often sings nursery rhymes on the way home that she must have learnt at Mama Bears. I feel happy that she is well cared for and the provision supports her development.
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Review from Cherie S (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I think the nursery and staff are brilliant, they are kind, caring and attentive to my child's needs. All 3 of my children have attended Mama Bear's over the years and my eldest is now 15 years old, so I have a lot of experience with this nursery. My daughter comes home every day with something new
she has learned. I couldn't be happier with the care they provide.
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Review from Elliot M (Father of Child) published on 27 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery with fantastic staff and kids. Their parent portal is amazing and keeps you up to date with what your child has done that day. The staff are very helpful and friendly, which really helps as a worried parent settling your child in.
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Review from Jasmine B (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mama Bear's Shirehampton is a great place for little ones to learn and grow, the staff are all lovely, enthusiastic and helpful. My son has attended the setting for 3 years now, he always looks forward to going and has come along leaps and bounds since starting there! Would highly recommend.
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Review from Kate T (Mother of Child) published on 26 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My boy has attended the nursery in Groveleaze since he was 8 months old, he’s now coming up to leaving to start school.
The team are very helpful and my son really enjoys it there.
Would highly recommend!
Reply from Erica Cross, Marketing Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton)
Thank you for your review, we are pleased that your son has enjoyed his time with us and we wish him well on these next steps to BIG school :)
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Review from Sasha M (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are always welcoming and helpful. My son absolutely loves it in Mama Bear's. He always comes home happy and excited to go back. They always ring if any problems just to update you. Amazing nursery.
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Review from Louise V (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We really like this nursery. The staff are very friendly and happy to listen to your concerns or questions. It's really great to see my baby is welcomed and liked by the other kids, and I know she enjoys herself. The app is updated daily, and we especially like the amount of outside space. When my baby
was struggling to sleep, we worked with our key worker to get her settled, and this week, baby slept for 2-hours at nursery! Unheard of for this child, very pleased. Mama Bears Shire is good value for money, and our keyworker is very approachable.
Reply from Erica Cross, Marketing Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton)
Thank you for your lovely comments - we are thrilled your daughter is getting on so well with us.
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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 2 September 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is an exceptionally good nursery. They offer great flexibility when choosing your regularly booked hours and almost always accommodate extra sessions too, even at short notice which has been useful as my own work hours vary. All of the team are friendly and approachable and whenever I have had
anything I want to talk about in more depth, the manager always finds the time to talk about it. Plus what we have talked about gets acted on immediately. They are also very helpful when it comes to applying for tax-free childcare and the 30 free hours of funding. Regarding money, they don't charge for any extras, food etc. is all included. I get regular updates of my children's progress, through observations on an app and through assessments. Plus every day at pick up I get an update on how my child has been for the day, things they've enjoyed and been doing, how well they've eaten, nappy changes etc and they are very helpful when it comes to toilet training. I'd highly recommend them.
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Review from Christine P (Mother of Child) published on 11 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Staff are really friendly, my son enjoys going to nursery and always talks about it at home. Elog is always updated, any information is always available. I would recommend to others.
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Review from Ellis P (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are all friendly, my daughter absolutely loves the nursery and has come on so well, would recommend it to friends and family.
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Review from Becki P (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a fantastic nursery thanks to the amazing staff that work here, they are friendly and helpful and I always feel they support and listen.
I have always found the flexibility of the days/hours they offer is excellent, even at short notice.
My daughter has been attending since she was 9 months
old, she is now 4yrs and is as happy now as she was when she started. She adores the teachers and I can see that they adore her. She has made lots of friends and is always enjoying herself when I arrive to pick her up.
The App is brilliant, shows you what she is up to and all the things that they are learning.
It's nice to see the pictures around the nursery that she does as well.
The fact that she enjoys it so much, makes me feel relaxed and happy knowing she is happy here.
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Review from Matthew S (Father of Child) published on 21 November 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son is well cared for and happy at this nursery and is fond of his careers
They give good advice on how we can support my sons development and work with us on improving behaviour (although obviously my son is an angel ??).


The management team are excellent and have been supportive and flexible,

providing extra care at short notice which was very helpful
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.945)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.945) out of 10 for Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton) is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.945 for Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Shirehampton) is calculated as follows: ( (258 Excellents x 5) + (15 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 273 Ratings = 4.945
  2. 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 (Shirehampton) is based on 23 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 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
    2. 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 68 number of registered child places is 13.6, which has been reached with 23 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. 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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