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 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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Review from Eliana (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing Nursery! The staff are so lovely with my son...always welcoming, very caring, understanding and patient. Thank you very much!
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Review from Kirstie B (Mother of Child) published on 15 January 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bumblebees day nursery are such a great team all the girls are amazing! So caring, thoughtful and just amazing at what they do! I would highly recommend this nursery.
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Review from Kirsty M (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is 15 months old and has been attending Bumblebees for 7 months now. She has such a great relationship with the staff and they made that return to work a bit easier. My daughter also has allergies which add an extra level of worry when leaving her anywhere but I have absolute confidence
that her needs are being met and the communication between home and nursery is great. Really is her home from home.
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Review from Kelly K (Mother of Child) published on 29 March 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending Bumblebees since she was 9 months old and still now aged 5 attends the Holiday Hive club in the school holidays. She still loves attending and I love the connection she still has with the staff. From day one the staff have made her (and me) feel secure and provided nothing
but fantastic care! All the staff are a real credit and it really does feel like “dropping” your child off to the family. I would highly recommend Bumblebees!
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Review from Leah A (Mother of Child) published on 21 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery, the staff are so lovely with my son. Always welcoming and communication is great! My son is thriving no doubt with the help from Bumblebees I’m sure!
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Review from Val W (Grandmother of Child) published on 18 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my grandchildren have attended Bumblebees. I have nothing but praise for the staff of Bumblebees and management. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Very caring, understanding, considerate. Our Grandson now at school he attends the Hive holiday club as he enjoys Bumblebees. Well done team Bumblebees.
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Review from Bethany F (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bumblebees Day Nursery is beyond perfect, both of my children have attended and I couldn’t recommend them enough. All of the staff members are friendly, vibrant and very compassionate towards not only the children but also the parents; understanding when it is difficult for the child the separation
from their parents. I feel completely at ease knowing my children are in safe hands, having fun and learning in different fun and exciting ways. The communication between staff and parents is brilliant - I am never left wondering how the day went or what my children go up to. The outside area is full of exciting apparatus that are not only fun but involve a huge variety of ways to learn. I especially love how the nursery adapts to home life in things such as potty training and nap times, nothing is too much trouble and I will be very sad to say goodbye when my youngest is of school age. Hearing that the nursery has an OUTSTANDING Ofsted report is Just proof of how amazing they really are.
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Review from Rebecca R (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one loves Bumblebees, the staff are extremely nurturing, patient and very attentive. The children have loads of activities to keep them happy indoors and out with a big garden area to play in. I would certainly recommend to others.
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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.

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