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Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview)

30 Crownhill Fort Road, Crownhill, Plymouth PL6 5BX
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Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview), Plymouth
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview), Plymouth
Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview), Plymouth

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth - Fortview) Fort View is a small, friendly nursery set in a large and spacious garden.

All children can benefit from a cosy, home-from-home environment and have the opportunity to explore and benefit from an extensive outdoor area.

The nursery is set in peaceful countryside within the city and is well placed to serve families living or working nearby.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

No

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Kerry Simmons (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 8

Total Places for Children

  • 29

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-19:00
  • Tuesday 07:30-19:00
  • Wednesday 07:30-19:00
  • Thursday 07:30-19:00
  • Friday 07:30-19:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) Reviews (84)

8.9

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.869) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) has 84 reviews.

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Review from Alice H (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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The staff are amazing. My child started at 6 months old and the team were just wonderful. They all made me feel safe to leave him and send me regular updates. I get videos and photos along with artwork from the day. The nursery is clean, bright and safe with loads of toys and activities throughout the days planned. Everyone gets involved and handovers are always thorough. We couldn't be happier with the care and support our child receives daily.

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Review from T N (Father of Child) published on 20 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son attends the setting four days a week and is always soo excited arrive, He loves the nursery and all the staff. They really know him and his interests and do lots of activities around this. The nursery is warm and welcoming and the garden space is large. The manager is super helpfull with any questions about sessions and any changes I may need to make.

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Review from C G (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2026 Submitted via Postal Card
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My kids love Mama Bear's! They have lots of fun learning outside in the garden, playing, planting and exploring. They also love the lots of different activities indoors. I love the communication from staff, the variety of foods I never thought of giving them, and the care staff give my kids when I am not there. I could not recommend Mama Bear's enough to friends.

Reply from Kerry Simmons, Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview)

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're so pleased to hear that your children enjoy their time with us, especially exploring the garden and taking part in all the different activities.

It's wonderful to know that our communication, meals, and care are appreciated. Thank you for trusting us with your children and for recommending Mama Bear's to other families.

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Review from Samantha P (Mother of Child) published on 25 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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All the ladies at Mama Bears are friendly and welcoming. I feel there is great communication so parent know how their child is getting on. The nursery is very supportive and gives my child reassurance and encouragement for their achievements however big or small.

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Review from C A (Father of Child) published on 21 May 2025 Submitted via Website
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Fort View Mama Bears is a lovely, caring and calm environment. The smaller size means that the adults get to know the children brilliantly and treat them with care and respect. The inside space is small but well utilised and the garden is giant and well resourced. All round great nursery and would recommend to others.

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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter attended this setting from 8 months old until she was almost three years. We were initially really happy with the care that my daughter received while she was in the baby room (low staffing ratio). However when she transitioned to the toddler room, we found that she would come home filthy and on occasion with a mystery scratch or two.
It took almost a year for the nursery to replace the flooring in the baby room. When my crawling daughter would crawl on their floors she would come home with black socks and knees.
They also charge £1.95 per hour for parents to use their childcare hours, which feels like a punishment for working parents and would have meant that if we wanted to use them we would have to pay more which is ridiculous.

When confronted with the above the manager is defensive and made snidey comments which is a shame because all of the girls that work there are lovely! Especially four specific members of staff. We miss you! But not the grotty nursery.

Reply from Victoria Ashbolt, Operations Director at Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview)

Good Morning, thank you for taking the time to share your experience. I apologize that it was not entirely positive. We are always looking to improve as a nursery so value the feedback you can give. If you would like to discuss this in more detail please contact me directly on opsdirector@mamabear.co.uk.

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Review from Natalia Z (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough. Most amazing staff. My son loves them so much and never wants to leave them. Every day I get an update on what he was doing, eating and lots of photos as well. Highly recommend this place!

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Review from Katherine F (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter has attended Mama Bear's since a small baby, she is always talking about her friends and adventures at nursery. The caregivers really give 110% and with it being a smaller setting, it is a real home from home for our little girl. Cannot recommend enough and do so whenever anyone asks for a nursery recommendation.

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Review from Jason M (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Can’t fault the nursery, it’s good and staff are brilliant. The only thing I will say is when they are allowed out in the garden after it’s been very wet my child comes home soaked and filthy with wet socks on that she’s had all most of the day, been times when I’ve asked if she could not go out in this weather and been told that she has to.

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Review from K J (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Lovely nursery and the staff are so friendly. My little girl loves going every week. I would not want to send her anywhere else. She has made lots of new friends and enjoys going outside to play. I get regular updates through the app during the day.

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Review from Heather M (Mother of Child) published on 6 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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The nursery staff are fabulous. Kind, caring and bend over backwards to cater for both my children. Very easy to talk to and take the time to let you know all the fun things the children get up to and how they have been during the day. My children always leave happy and enjoy telling me about their day.

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Review from C O (Mother of Child) published on 8 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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I cannot recommend this nursery enough. My son has been attending since the age of 1 and is now 3 and a half years old and I can honestly say he has loved every minute of it. He loves the staff members, who are so caring and kind (they really do feel like family members to us). They are always doing wonderful activities with the children, my son has loved the recent activities of growing things. It was lovely to see the updates of the children gathering around the plant pots singing "you are my sunshine". We have been woken up in the mornings to him singing it from his bedroom....so adorable. I feel grateful to each and every one of the staff for everything they have done, they work so so hard and they are always so full of energy and greet us with such a warm smile every time. Thank you all again x

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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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The staff know the children really well and are always friendly and professional. There is good communication between the nursery and home, so we always know what they’ve been up to. Our children really enjoy their time in the nursery!

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Review from V S (Mother of Child) published on 4 April 2023 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely fantastic! Couldn’t ask for a better bunch to take care of my son. Communication is brilliant. My son is always happy to see the workers. Thanks to all the worker’s help he is now a thriving, confident lad.

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Review from L T (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Fantastic nursery. The team are welcoming, supportive and friendly. My son loves his days at nursery, particularly with the staff in the toddler room. Great range of activities. Amazing outdoor space. Staff have taken time to get to know him and adapt their approach to him eg waving from the window when he’s upset when I leave. Nothing seems too much trouble.

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Review from Jenine B (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely fantastic nursery! Small and therefore personal. All the staff get to know the child well! My 3-year-old son is autistic and nonverbal and the staff are amazing with him. My son has come on so much since starting and mixing with the other children. He literally runs in with a massive grin on his face. My son has very complex needs and the staff have been fantastic at coping with meeting these. I do not worry when he is in their hands. Communication between the nursery and parents is very good, I get briefed on his day at the end of his session. Lovely outdoor space and this is used regularly! My boy is gluten and dairy free, and his diet is catered for.
The manager - she is brilliant! Very friendly and approachable and has helped me with my son's SEND side of things, forms and paperwork where needed.

I am an impressed Mum and would definitely recommend a viewing when considering nursery’s! No hesitation!

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Review from Emma W (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My 1 and 2-year-old girls attend Mama Bears and we think they’re all wonderful. The girls have always had a lovely day and are so happy when I collect them. The ladies there are all lovely and I know they will take the best care of my girls. The activities are good and they spend a lot of time outdoors when the weather allows, and they’re always doing arts and crafts and reading. The ladies will always do their best to accommodate anything we ask. Wouldn’t want to send my girls anywhere else! Thank you, ladies.

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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My daughter absolutely loves going to nursery. I love the way all staff will talk to you when in the setting and help with anything that you may need. My daughter always comes home and says she’s had a good day and done loads of fun activities both inside and outside. I love the respect and communication they give towards both the child and parents.

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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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Such an excellent setting. I feel like my son has developed so much here and is well-prepared for school next year. I really feel that the adults truly care about the children and their families.
They go above and beyond when it comes to activities and really think this through with things like nativity being planned for a Saturday so working parents can attend.

I can't thank all the staff enough for all the work they do and for supporting my son. Also, the manager who had been a massive support and real understanding of what families need has really shown as I am a military wife and sometimes need some flexibility which she always tries to accommodate if she can.

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Review from Chelsea L (Mother of Child) published on 30 March 2023 Submitted via Website
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I have been nothing but thrilled with this nursery and all the wonderful staff! My child adores everyone there, as do I. They go above and beyond and help my child to learn new skills and have a wonderful experience in general. Cannot recommend them enough.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview)

What is the Age Range of Children that Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) accepts?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) Open?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) is open: Monday 07:30-19:00, Tuesday 07:30-19:00, Wednesday 07:30-19:00, Thursday 07:30-19:00, Friday 07:30-19:00.

How many Children does Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) have capacity for?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) has capacity for a total of 29 Children.

How far is Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Plymouth-Fortview) to the centre of Plymouth?

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

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