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 (105)

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Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd has a Review Score of 10 (9.996) out of 10, based on 22 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd has 105 reviews.

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Review from Kayleigh W (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son started at Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd when he was two and he loved it then as much as he does now. In fact, if he has to have a day off due to illness, he cries about not going. He has formed positive relationships with the staff at Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd and as a parent
it’s important to feel comfortable when leaving your child in the care of others. The communication between staff and parents is fantastic, our son tells us about the activities he does and he specifically likes to play outside in the very spacious garden. Myself and my partner have nothing but positive things to say about the nursery and we would recommend this nursery to anyone wanting or needing childcare.
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Review from Rebecca B (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love Bumblebees Day Nursery. Having a pandemic baby, I was anxious how she’d get on with socialising but nursery has been great for her! They’ve been so accommodating with changing her hours when I’ve needed to. I just got a warm home from home feeling when I came through the door. Really recommend
to anyone.
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Review from Leanne R (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2yr old boy has attended this nursery for 2 years and I am so impressed, every member of staff go above and beyond, my little boy requires additional help and this hasn’t been a problem, I wouldn’t look anywhere else.
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Review from Madison P (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love this nursery. My son is so so happy on nursery day and when I see him in the evening he has had the best day. They share what he does regularly and I love seeing it. They are all very polite and cheerful here and make me feel very content that my child is being looked after and is safe.
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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child absolutely loves going here and is always so excited to see her friends and key worker! You always get a hand over at the end of the day and they always check how she is before I leave her. They have an online app that lets you see what they have been doing in nursery and how they are progressing
developmentally. 100% recommend.
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Review from R W (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves it here, runs in happy every morning. The staff are great with her, very supportive and caring! Excellent communication and always receive lots of feedback when I collect her each evening. Overall really pleased and glad I picked Bumblebees.
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Review from Clare P (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff at Bumblebees have supported my son not only in daily activities but also in helping him deal with his emotions and they have encouraged him to progress his learning skills too. Everyone at bumblebees is welcoming and friendly. My son looks forward to his time at nursery.
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Review from Estella M (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I absolutely love this nursery! The staff are always welcoming with a smile and my son absolutely adores going in. Fantastic nursery and staff can’t recommend enough. I love the fact that my son happily runs in every morning happy to see everyone there and comes out smiling each day!
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Review from Michelle O (Mother of Child) published on 24 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We absolutely love Bumblebees and are so glad we chose them as our nursery! Our little girl settled in so quickly and adores the girls there. The setting itself is lovely, so warm and welcoming. Communication is fab and the team just can’t do enough! We recommend Bumblebees to everyone.
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Review from Oliver C (Father of Child) published on 18 February 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding staff - my son has thrived in this happy learning environment. The staff are always friendly and seen to be active and engaging with the kids. They have also accommodated any extra requests that I have.
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Review from Rebecca S (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I thoroughly recommend Bumblebees. My daughter has been going since she was 13 months old and is turning four on Sunday. She is quite a shy little girl and has been very emotional settling into each room as she has moved rooms ready for preschool. The staff have done over and above to settle her, and
it is very much appreciated. Thank you so much.
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Review from Felicity O (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My sons have been attending Bumblebees just after he turned 1 and I was massively anxious about leaving him with anyone. The management and the nursery teachers were all super supportive and understanding and made his transition from home to nursery as smooth as possible for us both. Nothing too much
trouble for them and my son who is nearly three now absolutely loves his two days there. The staff are all professional but so lovely and friendly, I honestly wouldn’t want to place him in another nursery now until he leaves for school.
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Review from Verity H (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have a very shy 3-year-old girl who would never go to anyone apart from her parents. The first few weeks was hard including tears and sickness from nervousness but Bumblebees knew exactly what to do to help her calm down and settle her, and in such a short time of even knowing her! They were amazing
and made it a stress-free journey for both of us! My 3-year-old now gets incredibly excited when we pull in to nursery and surprises me with the speech, singing and actions she has developed while being in nursery for only such a short time! All the staff are so polite and welcoming and the nursery has such a warm homely feeling to it. Couldn’t think of a better nursery!
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Review from Gemma R (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since lockdown Bumblebees has been very clear on its policies and procedures and given me the reassurance any parent would want during this time. They’ve been very supportive of my son's needs and gone above and beyond to support his speech therapy and learning needs. I only wish they weren’t so busy
so my son could attend full-time. But it’s a good indicator of how good they really are when there’s a waiting list. The staff are warm and friendly and keep me up to date on my son's progress.
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Review from Callum R (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A real family environment for the children to attend. Our son had previously enjoyed the nursery, developing some great friendships and we wish he had been sent here from the start of his educational experience. Our daughter started here recently and cried the first day we left her but never again!
She has a tremendous relationship with the staff, who always offer feedback on daily activities and provide great development opportunities. It is very reassuring to have your child brought up in the Bumblebees environment. Thanks to all the team.
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Review from Kerry D (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this nursery! My children have thrived here and it's such a loving environment. I feel completely at ease leaving my children here as I know they will be nurtured and cared for. I highly recommend Bumblebees.
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Review from S B (Mother of Child) published on 31 January 2020 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this nursery. My daughter loves attending and has so much fun. The gardens are large and safe and there is a great range of toys throughout the nursery. The food and drinks given to the children are always good quality food and healthy and hearty options. I always get told what my daughter has
done with the diary they give us and pictures shown on Tapestry. Overall we both love the place. Highly recommended.
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Review from Kelly B (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been coming to Bumblebees for a few years now. There are not enough positive words that I can describe for this nursery. The staff have a smile on their faces first thing in the morning and at the end of the day. Bumblebees is the best nursery around and I’m so so pleased my daughter
has the experience of being at this nursery. You can tell how much the staff adore all of the children and as a parent its truly the best thing to see. Thank you.
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Review from Kayleigh M (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Myself and my husband cannot thank Bumblebees enough, our firstborn child is two and he's been going to Bumblebees since October 2018. He absolutely loves it, even with him finding his room transition (bees room) from upstairs (ladybirds and caterpillar, where he's been since he started) strange. He
has come on leaps and bounds and loves all the nursery team. My second child who's now one absolutely loves it there.. always really happy to be left for the day. It is incredibly reassuring to know that both children love the girls and are keen to go to them for cuddles and playtime! Leaving them is certainly a lot easier knowing this!
Very accommodating and extremely friendly. I wouldn't have my precious people anywhere else!!!
If you have children, that you don't want to leave but have too. This definitely is the place for you and your little people.
Thank you so much, guys!
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Review from Jourdan G (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a first-time mum I had no experience with nurseries and was very apprehensive about leaving my son, he has settled in well and the staff are very reassuring and attentive. My son always has a fantastic time and his development is excellent.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.996)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.996) 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 22 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 22 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 4.996 for Bumblebees Day Nursery Plymouth Ltd is calculated as follows: ( (263 Excellents x 5) + (1 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 264 Ratings = 4.996
  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 22 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 84 number of registered child places is 16.8, which has been reached with 22 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.

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