Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd

Woolwell Road, Woolwell, Plymouth PL6 7JW
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  • Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd, Plymouth
Bumblebees Day Nursery were established in September 2006 with a passion to create the very best childcare any parent or carer could wish for.

It offers a first-class service with the highest standards and its vision is “To make Bumblebees the first choice childcare solution by providing a first class professional nursery environment and exceptional caring staff to develop your children’s full potential”.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • Gemma & Jamie Whittington
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Gemma Whittington (Director)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 22

Total Places for Children

  • 84

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

Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd Reviews (117)

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Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd has a Review Score of 10 (9.997) out of 10, based on 25 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd has 117 reviews.

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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one has been attending bumblebees for just over a year now and he absolutely loves it. All the staff are so warm and welcoming and are really attentive to the children. It has a lovely family feel. They have been a massive part in teaching him great Independant skills and building his confidence.
I feel like we get great updates on the app and he has access to engaging resources/ experiences which he then talks about at home. It's a lovely setting and I would recommend in a heart beat.
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Review from R H (Mother of Child) published on 27 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has attended Bumblebees since 2024. She settled very quickly with the staff and the environment and has loved every day she has spent here. She comes home now talking about her day and all the fun things she's been playing as well as all the friends she is making. We feel that every member
of staff knows our daughter really well, regardless of the room the staff work in. Each transition between the rooms has been well planned to make sure she is already settled before she starts her next stage. Thank you Bumblebees!
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Review from Tonia C (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our boy started in september 2024, and we have nothing but great things to say about the staff. So kind and happy everyday. We never worry about our boy as we know hes in great hands and he loves his time at the nursery.
We drop him off and hes off to play with his friends without saying bye. I love
seeing him so calm and happy.
Great nursery. Thank you so much team
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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one's been at this nursery from 11 months old and is now in the pre school room. He has formed lovely relationships with other children and thrived. He loves all the staff who have treated him like their own and have guided him in to becoming a bright, sociable and confident character.
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love that the nursery staff integrate the preschool children with the local community visiting the care home and its residents, trips to the supermarket, PE sessions in the primary school and their walks and picnic lunches in the woods and local park.
We love hearing his stories about his days and take comfort that he is happy and safe whilst in their care.
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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been with this nursery for 4 years. All the staff care greatly for the children. The preschool room prepare the children for school encouraging independence, phonics and maths skills. The staff really do care and love the children. Thank you Bumblebees!
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Review from Lucy R (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. I always feel at ease knowing my son is being looked after well on the days he attends. I'm always reassured by all of the lovely staff when needed. My son really enjoys going and it has helped him learn and progress. Great outdoor play area, so many activities to do in the nursery.
Management always great help and a very clean nursery. I wouldn't want him to go anywhere else. Would highly recommend bumblebees nursery to anyone that is interested.
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Review from K I (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery with caring staff and a welcoming atmosphere. Our son absolutely loves going in each day and has grown so much in confidence and development. We feel completely at ease knowing he's in such good hands.
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Review from Kirsty Y (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We honestly couldn't be happier with this nursery. From day one, the staff have been absolutely fantastic - warm, caring, attentive and genuinely invested in the children's wellbeing and development. I feel completely content and reassured leaving my boys in their care, which as a parent means everything.
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management team are proactive, approachable and clearly passionate about maintaining such a high standard. Communication is excellent, and any queries are always handled promptly and professionally.
Most importantly, my boys absolutely love going - they're excited at drop off and come home happy. It's such a comfort knowing they are in a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment.
I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for outstanding care.
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Review from K H (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bumblebees is such a wonderful nursery. I visited quite a few local nurseries before selecting Bumblebees for my child. Their warm, family feel made them the perfect choice. The staff always greet you with friendly smiles and know every child by name. They do so many fun activities and cute seasonal
activities too.
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Review from Sam S (Father of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since we've sent our first child to Bumblebees he's had an amazing time and the staff couldn't have been more welcoming. Their communication everyday is second to none and we really feel comfortable sending our child each day. As you can imagine it's a daunting thing to do sending your first child but
Bumblebees have been fantastic!
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Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 16 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot fault this nursery at all! The learning, care and experiences that they provide to the children are exactly what I want for my daughter.
The staff are so friendly and lovely, management are so thorough and keep you posted on all changes going on throughout the nursery and are clear on policies
and procedure so as a parent you know exactly what is going on. The facilities and efforts to make sure the children are safe, active and engaging i just cannot fault. Small things like walking in to drop my daughter off in the mornings and seeing the fun activities set up ready for children just fills you with confidence on how much fun they are going to have which is all you want as a parent.
Thank you bumblebees cannot recommend you enough.
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Review from Beth P (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Daughter has started in catapillars in Jan and is absolutely thriving. The staff in that room and second to none and i honestly could not feel safer with knowing my child is with those women! Outstanding service so far and i'm very happy we chose bumblebees woolwell for our baby girl!
Reply from Gemma Whittington, Owner at Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth LtdThank you for your positive feedback, we are glad you are please with the service the team provide.
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Review from Ellie M (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our boys absolutely love this nursery. I couldn't ask for a better place to help support our family and I trust my boys are safe and happy when in their care! I'd definitely recommend them! Thank you for all you do!
Reply from Faye, Manager at Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth LtdThe boys are a pleasure to look after! Thank you for your lovely feedback.
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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2026 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bumblebees Day Nursery is absolutely amazing! My eldest started at 9 months old and has gone all the way through to pre school now. And my youngest started at the beginning of December at 11 months old. I cannot fault any member of staff. How welcoming they are to everyone at the start of the day, how
the staff work really hard to get to know each child individually, they do great activities throughout the day, even day trips outside of pre school which the children love, have great extra facilities coming into the nursery such as pony visits and magicians etc, offer great choice of meals. I literally cannot fault any single thing and our children both love it! The staff are the nicest people I have ever met! Thank you bumblebees you are all amazing!
Reply from Faye, Manager at Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth LtdWe are so pleased you are happy with the care and opportunities our team provide for your girls. It is great for the team to receive this recognition.
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Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 22 May 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My eldest is 4.5 and has a couple of months left in preschool before she starts school in September. She started at Bumblebees when she was 13 months old and has worked her way through the different aged rooms. She has loved every room and has grown in confidence which has been amazing to see. She absolutely
loves all the crafting activities and also playing outside. My youngest is now 13 months and started her journey with Bumblebees last month. The staff in the baby room remember my eldest which is so lovely, it really does feel like one big family. The new app is great and communication is fantastic. Thank you Bumblebees for looking after my girls!
Reply from Faye, Owner at Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth LtdThank you for your feedback, it really does mean so much to our team!
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are friendly and communicative, they know what they're doing and my baby loves being with them. They're accommodating for whatever we ask of them and I feel at ease whenever I come in. I'm so glad that we picked this nursery!
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Review from Mel T (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love this nursery, my daughter has been here since she was 9months old and she will be 4 in September. She loves being here and all the staff they are fantastic and so understanding of everything. They really helped me get her toilet trained after her 3rd birthday as I was struggling. They are always
there with tips suggestions on anything which is great. My son will be attending nursery in August which will be good. Love the pictures I get sent about her days and know she is well looked after. Thank you all. The setting is nice and spacious and the garden is great. Whenever I phone up asking a question etc they always get back to me quickly.
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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both children came to this nursery / pre school.
The staff are so lovely, they know our children well and show them so much love and support.
They are open full time which is a massive relief during holidays. Bumblebees planned activities and fun and educational. I'll be sad in Summer when our child
leaves, they really have been wonderful. Both children are going to leave with some brilliant friendships ( and so am I)
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Review from R W (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely fantastic facility and staff, couldn't fault them at all. Our daughter has been attending since last summer and she absolutely loves it.
She has only been in the upstairs rooms but the teams that we have experienced are amazing. All very friendly, energetic and engaging. Anyone of the team
can tell you how your child's day has been on pick up. The activities and learning are second to none.
The office staff are lovely, very responsive to calls and emails and know all the children by name.
It truly is a great place and we are so pleased with how she is developing and growing.
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Review from Sian P (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending bumblebees since she was 18 months old, she is now 3 years old and she has loved every minute. She joined the pre-school room at the end of last year, and to say she has thrived is an understatement. Every week she has learnt something new and exciting and she comes home
with lovely stories of what she got up to and the friends she has made. We are so proud of her and couldn't be more grateful to the brilliant staff at Bumblebees who really do go above and beyond for the children.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.997)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.997) out of 10 for Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 25 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 4.997 for Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd is calculated as follows: ( (299 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 300 Ratings = 4.997
  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 Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd is based on 25 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 20 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews, 0.05 Points for the next five Positive Reviews, and finally 0.025 Points for the next ten Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.050, 7th = 0.050, 8th = 0.050, 9th = 0.050, 10th = 0.050, 11th = 0.025, 12th = 0.025, 13th = 0.025, 14th = 0.025, 15th = 0.025, 16th = 0.025, 17th = 0.025, 18th = 0.025, 19th = 0.025, 20th = 0.025) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.05 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 + 0.025 = 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 84 number of registered child places is 16.8, which has been reached with 25 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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Meet the Team (2)

Gemma

Gemma Whittington

Job Title: Owner Joined: 2006

Bumblebees Day Nursery was first opened in September 2006 by Gemma and Jamie Whittington and Ian Bealey. Our aim is and always has been to provide a first-class nursery environment and exceptionally caring staff to develop your children’s potential.

Faye

Faye Thorning

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2006

Faye is the Nursery Manager at Bumblebees Day Nursery.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd

What is the Age Range of Children that Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd accepts?

Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd Open?

Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd 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 Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd have capacity for?

Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd has capacity for a total of 84 Children.

How far is Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd to the centre of Plymouth?

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

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