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 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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Review from Lisa L (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bumblebees stood out by far as an inviting, caring and safe nursery for our children. The staff are extremely nurturing, patient and very attentive. Although we moved house further away, we wouldn't have put our children anywhere else and would certainly recommend to others.
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Review from Amanda (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We moved our children out of another nursery into this one and I didn't know if I was doing the right thing. However, since bringing them to this nursery the boys have thrived and have developed far better than they had done. They run straight in and don't even care when we leave and they don't cry
when we pick them up which is what we were used to. They are happy and love the outdoor space to run around and let off some steam. When we pick them up they are so tired and we know it's because they have had such a good day. Their behaviours and manners have really improved. It has made me realise I should have sent them here from the start!
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Review from Deborah L (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery! Currently using them for my second child after such a great experience with the first. The nursery is very well run, the food is cooked on-site and the staff are brilliant.
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Review from Sarah O (Mother of Child) published on 17 January 2019 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a wonderful nursery this is. Both of my children came here, one from a few months old and the other for preschool. The senior staff lead the nursery well, are open to suggestions and are constantly looking to improve their practise and resources. All the staff are friendly and caring, putting the
children’s needs first.
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Review from Janine H (Mother of Child) published on 28 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic daycare. Great friendly staff. Easy to deal with. Communication excellent from admin to newsletters etc. My child misses going here and is glad to be returning for The Hive after school club, which I'm sure will be just as fantastic. Thank you.
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Review from Heather B (Mother of Child) published on 24 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have used Bumblebees for 2 children and they have thoroughly enjoyed their time there. It is a friendly place and the staff are superb.
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Review from Melissa M (Mother of Child) published on 10 September 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two children who attend Bumblebees and my children and I love the nursery.


They made me feel very comfortable about leaving my children there, and my kids always enjoy their day, my eldest always comes home telling me about all the activities he’s done during the morning. Both my children

have formed great relationships with the ladies that work there, which just adds to how comfortable I feel during the day knowing they are there.


Both my children have hot dinners at nursery and I’ve always been impressed by the choices and it’s helped my eldest try things he might not have at home, also the management have always been really helpful when it comes to changing days or times and have always kept me informed about everything I need to know.

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Review from Shelley L (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They have been brilliant keeping us informed about my son's day. He loves it and we know he feels comfortable with all staff. They except him for who he is and always gives us a very friendly welcome. They are also flexible and have allowed us to add days when work has changed my hours. We love seeing
pictures on Tapestry and enjoy reading his little book.
The staff also have great activities and equipment for him to play with and they explain what he gets out of it. The nursery is really friendly, welcoming with kind enthusiastic staff, who are really interested and care about the little ones.
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Review from Ruth A (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We chose Bumblebees upon high recommendation. Initially leaving your children is daunting but I can honestly say that leaving them in the care of Bumblebees has become second nature. We trust everyone implicitly and it really is akin to leaving my children with family. Bumblebees is the epitome of family.
Each and every member of staff knows each and every child inside out. Bumblebees is warm and kind. Staff and management display the utmost professionalism but above all, genuine care. Everyone is happy and enthused to deliver an exceptional standard of care. A standard that is unique, personalised and committed. Nothing is ever too much trouble. The nursery is accommodating and flexible and its the little touches that also compliment so well. Always doing new things with the children and keeping them engaged and enthused - from the topics of the term to visits, from cards made to celebrate any event and home baking! Thank you Bumblebees team - keep up the work you do and never stop!
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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 21 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing nursery. Both my children have attended since very young ages. The girls have genuine love for all the children there and this shows each and every day. There is NEVER a glum face - whatever time of day you come to collect your child. It is like dropping them off with family while you go to
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Money is constantly being spent on improvements and new toys, equipment and technology. Due to this, the nursery is an ever-changing entertainment and education zone and safe caring environment. This applies to both indoors and outdoors. Pre-school have weekly PE lessons with a coach at the local school (at no extra cost) and this is great in preparing them for their next adventure!
The managing staff/owners really can do not do enough for you. If you ask - they always try their best to accommodate. I couldn't recommend Bumblebees highly enough!

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 19 February 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is very happy at the nursery and I am extremely pleased with how they care for my daughter.
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Review from Jonathan T (Father of Child) published on 12 February 2018 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have sent both our children to Bumblebees and the care provided has been outstanding. Both our children have loved going there and all the staff are excellent. Would have no hesitation in recommending this nursery to anyone looking for childcare.
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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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