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Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Springhill Green, Pennycross, Plymouth PL2 3RW
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Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth), Plymouth
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth), Plymouth
Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth), Plymouth

Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth) is skilled at allowing babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers to develop in a healthy and positive manner. Supported by an experienced and friendly team of staff, children are able to learn through play, practicing communication, creativity and all-weather play.

The nursery has its own kitchens, with good health and nutrition as important to the team as a quality early years education. Regular professional development keeps standards high and in line with Ofsted objectives.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Alex Davis (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 31

Total Places for Children

  • 115

Age Range

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
  • Tuesday 07:00-18:00
  • Wednesday 07:00-18:00
  • Thursday 07:00-18:00
  • Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth) Reviews (125)

9.9

Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth) has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.949) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth) has 125 reviews.

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Review from Daryl H (Father of Child) published on 30 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Both of my boys attended this nursery, and I couldn't be happier with the experience they had. From day one, the staff at every level were absolutely amazing - caring, supportive, and genuinely dedicated to each child's development. There was always a wonderful variety of activities and learning opportunities that kept the boys engaged, curious, and excited to go in every day. The nursery played such a big role in shaping who they are today - confident, kind, and ready to take on new challenges. The team helped make their transition to school completely seamless, and for that I'll always be grateful. I can't recommend this nursery enough for any parent looking for a nurturing, stimulating, and joyful start to their child's learning journey.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your review. We have loved having the boys with us and will miss you all!

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Review from J A (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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This nursery is absolutely incredible. Every single person is always so friendly and helpful. They go above and beyond. The change even weekly I see in my daughter is brilliant. It's so nice to have the peace of mind that she's being taken care of and having the best time

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
Thank you for leaving us a review.

It's lovely to hear your thoughts.

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Review from Kelsey M (Mother of Child) published on 7 October 2025 Submitted via Website
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Amazing nursery, I was very worried about sending my little boy to nursery and had viewed several ones and mamabears was by far the one I felt most safe and comfortable to send him too it's not the closest to me but I'd rather drive the extra to send my son to a better nursery then just one that's close, I call them up anytime to check on my little one and they're amazing and if there are ever any problems they sort it right away and they're amazing are very good with safeguarding the nursery is based in a street out the way which I prefer as some are right on main roads. My little one is very shy and sensitive and has settled in so well and has very close relationships with the staff, genuinely couldn't recommend a better nursery and I will send my future children to this nursery also.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for review.It's lovely to hear your experience with us.

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Review from Tina N (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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An absolute gem of a nursery! Amazing staff, the same staff were there for my son 7 years ago and now my daughter can’t fault it. Fresh food on site and and framework followed for key stages. Big outdoor space flexible booking and lots of activities arranged each day I wouldn't send my kids anywhere else.

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Review from Jess B (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Mama Bear's is such a great nursery. Both my boys have attended and they have always been happy to go in and love all the staff that work there.
My oldest son is in school and still has to go in to see his preschool teachers and give them a hug every time.
All the staff are friendly and cheerful with the kids and do a range of activities every day which are fun and engaging.
My son loves his abc’s, singing the song and recognising the letters everywhere. The staff in his room have really honed in on this and encouraged him and he is learning so much.
The ladies in reception are always so friendly and helpful with any queries.
The food must be better than mine as he eats more at nursery than at home!

We have been through some health issues with our son in the last 12 months and the nursery couldn’t have been more accommodating, even getting a community nurse in to talk to the staff and teach them about administering his medicine.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your review. We love that your eldest son still comes in to visit us!

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Review from S W (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Mama Bears at Springhill is a fantastic setting that provides excellent provision for the children. All practitioners are friendly, caring and supportive. Have recommended this nursery to all family and friends.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your review and thank you for recommending us to family and friends.

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Review from Charlotte G (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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The staff are amazing, they go above and beyond to not only support the child but also to support the family, from having a negative experience in a different nursery I can't thank Mama Bears Day Nursery enough. They have restored my faith back into nurseries and my son absolutely loves his nursery.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

We are pleased we have restored your faith! Thank you for your review.

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Review from Lauren E (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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I was extremely nervous about leaving my daughter to return to work as she had been so poorly as a newborn. I reviewed endless amounts of nurseries before attending Mama Bears in Pennycross. As soon as I walked in, and was greeted at reception by two members of staff the manager and I was 110% sure I wanted my daughter to attend. The way they all interacted with my daughter was so warm and lovely. When I came back to review the nursery with my partner, the manager remembered that my daughter had an appointment that week and asked how we got on, which meant a lot to us.

My daughter absolutely loves Mama Bears, they accommodate all of her needs and she truly loves attending. The girls are always so friendly and professional, and I honestly can’t talk highly enough of them. They have made returning to work such an easy transition as I know my child is so happy and content there and always has the best day! Thank you girls for everything you do for all the children. You truly are amazing!

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)

Thank you for your lovely review. We will share this with our nursery team.

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Review from Morgane C (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Both my children love going to nursery at Mama Bears, very often mentioning the practitioners and how great they are. All the employees are very pleasant and caring. The flexibility of the setting means I was able to go on holiday for a long period of time without the worry of paying a huge nursery bill during that time.

Just a great team! Thank you Mama Bear's!

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
Thank you for your review.

We are pleased we can offer you flexibility and you can enjoy the holidays without worrying about paying to save your place.

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Review from Liz N (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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All the staff are lovely, very accommodating with any requests and most of all my son loves going is well looked after and offered activities that keep him stimulated and interested in going.

A big plus for me is they also make the food on site so if the children don't eat they always offer an alternative homemade later on.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
Thank you for your review.

We often make alternatives!

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Review from Clare S (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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The nursery is amazing I have been using them for the past 8 years for my 3 daughters. The staff are friendly and go above and beyond. My daughter loves going to nursery and even wants to go on the days she's not in.
They do loads of different activities. The food that is provided is excellent and my children have always had seconds. I cannot recommend highly enough.

I am sad for the day my daughter leaves and we are no longer part of the nursery.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
Thank you for your review.

We will also be sad when your youngest leaves us!

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Review from Donna E (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has learned so much from Mama Bear's, she's totally potty trained and learnt to count. Excellent staff, friendly and kind I would definitely recommend the nursery to anybody who looking for their child.

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Review from K G (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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The staff are all so lovely and friendly, they help ensure my son always has a fun and activity-filled day. I can tell they really care about him and they give me lots of information about his day at the end of every day. They always make me feel like I can ask everything and will always make sure they can find an answer.

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Review from Jasmin F (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has been at Mama Bear's since November 2023 and has really settled in well. The staff are dedicated, and caring and engage our son so well. He loves all the activities and always brings home the lovely things he has made. We have seen real progress in his speech since joining, we are really pleased with the care he receives.

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Review from S A (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery/preschool. My daughter who started there in September 2023 and is now 4.5 years old loves it there. The team are all lovely and always so helpful and supportive. Would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking.

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Review from J W (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Such a fab nursery! All the staff are so friendly & know our little one! Would highly recommend it. Our little one settled in so quickly. We get lovely updates with photos on the nursery app which is fab for keeping us in the loop of what our daughter is doing/learning about.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
thank you for your review.

We are pleased to read that you enjoy our nursery app.

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Review from Abi W (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Always lovely and welcoming every morning, every time you go into the nursery, collecting my son from his room! The workers are such a credit to their jobs and to the company. Wouldn’t like to go anywhere else.

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Review from L P (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My son has been really struggling with his speech but Mama Bear's has gone above and beyond to make sure my child has everything he needs and the right people to help him to talk. They have made me and my son feel very welcome from day dot. My son is always excited to go to nursery.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
Thank you for your review.

We are glad you feel welcome and supported here.

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Review from Siobhan B (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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Lovely staff. Very caring and informative of my son's day.
Love the app to see pictures and his development and to communicate. Lots of themed days to join in on.

Freshly cooked food and helped us with his weaning.

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
Thank you for your review.

We are pleased to hear we have helped with the weaning journey!

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Review from Elizabeth T (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website
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My daughter loves the nursery, the staff in the baby room have formed great relationships with her and she really enjoys her sessions. She also loves the food and eats things she’d never have at home!

Reply from Alex Davis, Nursery Manager at Mama Bear's Day Nursery & Pre-School (Plymouth)
Thank you for your review.

We are pleased she enjoys our home cooked food and is trying new food also!

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