Bestwood Childcare

Gainsford Crescent, Bestwood Estate, Nottingham NG5 5HT
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8.7 17 Reviews
  • Bestwood Childcare, Nottingham
Bestwood Childcare Centre is part of the Early Years Alliance, providing flexible and high-quality childcare for up to 20 children.

Up to 30 hours funded childcare available for qualifying 2, 3 and 4 year olds.

Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in February 2020 , the centre provides care and learning opportunities for children from age two to five years.

Activities at the centre follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and children are encouraged to learn through play. Parents are also encouraged to actively participate in the nursery.

Bestwood Childcare is open from 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday, term time only, 38 weeks of the year, excluding bank holidays and three staff training days.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sharon Green (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 4

Registered Charity Number

  • 1096526

Total Places for Children

  • 20

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Funding & Fees

  • from £6.00 per hour

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-16:00
    Tuesday 08:00-16:00
    Wednesday 08:00-16:00
    Thursday 08:00-16:00
    Friday 08:00-16:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Parking

  • Car park to the rear of the building.

Bestwood Childcare Reviews (17)

8.7

Bestwood Childcare has a Review Score of 8.7 (8.722) out of 10, based on 3 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bestwood Childcare has 17 reviews.

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Review from Kirsty F (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my child started nursery in January, her communication to me and others has come along so well, she is always happy when going to nursery, and they’ve made her feel very welcome.
She has learnt some of her colours and will tell me what she has had for a snack at nursery. She has built a good
bond with the staff, and they are always there for a cuddle if she gets upset.
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Review from S D (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been coming to this nursery since last September. He has difficulties with his speech and words/talking, and now, I cannot believe how well he is doing. My son loves it there; he cannot wait for the next day for him to start again. He is talking and singing a lot more now. The staff here
love the children and are so good with all of them, and doing a great job. I do recommend this nursery if anyone is looking for a place for their children.
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Review from E R (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so happy with this nursery. They help my son so well in all areas of his development and I always get reviews about how well he is progressing. My son loves all the ladies from his nursery. They are lovely and caring. Highly recommend this nursery to everyone!
Thank you.
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Review from Stacey H (Mother of Child) published on 23 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has been coming to this nursery for over a year now. The staff are friendly and my son loves going and tells me all about the fun he has had. The staff keep you up to date throughout the day with updates about toileting, snacks and naps. The only negative thing I could say is that I wish it would
be open for longer hours for people that work i.e open from 7 am - 6 pm.
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Review from Shelley T (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter loves going to nursery never crying when I leave her, and have not seen other children cry when being dropped off.
The staff are outstanding, they have good relationships with the children and are always well-staffed.
The activities are well planned and effort is put into the organisation
of setting them out.
My true honest rating would be 110%.
I will be really sad when we move to a school.
Well done staff you have excelled my expectations. Thank you.
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Review from J L (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have a 2 yr old and 3 yr old go and they both love it. Areally good nursery. Their speech has come on a lot for both of them since going and they love playing outside a lot. They have learnt their numbers and some ABC
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Review from P G (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I give a 5-star review as I find since my son has expanded in a lot of different ways with his speaking, interaction and how he bonds with the staff really well would love for him to stay until further notice if possible.
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Review from Anna S (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All staff are very nice. My daughter came back from nursery always happy. So many different interactive toys and very nice ideas from staff for kids to do, and many activities during the day.
I'm happy, and my daughter (3-year-old) as well, and that's the most important.
Reply from Lynette Wilson-Sweet, COM at Bestwood Childcare
Thanks for your lovely review. Yes, your daughter certainly enjoys her time with us; she is always busy and playing. We are gad that you are both happy, it makes us happy to hear that.
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Review from Nicola S (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My 2-year-old started just after the Christmas break. The staff were amazing with her, as it has taken a little time for her to settle in. My little girl couldn’t speak when she started, we have been going for 5-months now, and she has come on lots. Having the opportunity to mix with other children
her age has helped her loads; she loves going to school now. I would recommend this nursery to anyone.
Reply from Lynette Wilson-Sweet, COM at Bestwood Childcare
Thanks for your review. It is lovely to see the difference in your daughter and how well she has settled now. She enjoys her time here, and you can see the difference in her confidence now.
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Review from Taylah B (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery! They have gone above and beyond to help my son; he's coming on lovely with his knowledge, learning and speech since coming here. Every day he learns something new, the nursery is just perfect, and it's lovely. The staff are amazing too! I highly recommend.
Reply from Lynette Wilson-Sweet, COM at Bestwood Childcare
Thanks for your comments. The staff do try their best to go above and beyond for every child that attends. We're glad you feel your son has come on so much, and we're proud to be part of his…read more
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Review from Paris W (Mother of Child) published on 31 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I’m super happy with this nursery. My son loves it. He’s learned so much, made so many friends, and the staff are amazing. You can talk to them about anything, and anything you ask them, they do it without a problem. They look after my son so well, and I couldn’t be thankful enough.
Reply from Lynette Wilson-Sweet, COM at Bestwood Childcare
Thank you for your lovely comments. The staff do try to make sure they are as helpful as possible, we're glad your son enjoys his time with us.
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Review from D G (Mother of Child) published on 23 May 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
During 2 visits for an induction for my daughter to start here. I witnessed the same child physically abuse more than half the other children on multiple occasions.
The staff did nothing to comfort the children on the receiving end. None of the incidents were written down. I absolutely did not feel
that my child would be safe being left here.
Reply from Sharon Green, Manager at Bestwood Childcare
We are very sorry that you feel like that and we do take the safety of our children very seriously, we are currently working with the child to support him as he is a new 2-year-old.
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Review from Alona (Mother of Child) published on 4 September 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Very, good nursery. Everything is so comfortable and feels like a second home for my son. Staff are friendly, helpful and approachable. My son really enjoyed going there. Very sad that we need to leave this place. Only one thing, there is no kitchen for dinner and you need to bring your own food. We
are grateful and really appreciate everything this nursery did for us. My child was definitely happy in there.
Reply from Sharon Green, Manager at Bestwood Childcare
Thank you for a lovely review. We enjoyed looking after him too.
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Review from Santa A (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We are very happy with Bestwood Childcare Nursery. I have found the staff to be caring and patient, all team have been amazing at helping my daughter to settle. Great learning place. I couldn’t have chosen a better nursery. Big thank you to all of them.
Reply from Sharon Green, Manager at Bestwood Childcare
Thank you very much for a great review and kind words.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 21 August 2020 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been very pleased with the level of care at this nursery. My 4 year old daughter spent 2 years here and learnt a lot, whilst also having fun and making a memorable connection with many members of staff. I also have a 2 year old who started at the beginning of this year, she is beginning to flourish
in the nursery environment and is getting more comfortable with the staff.
Reply from Sharon Green, Manager at Bestwood Childcare
Thank you very much for the great review and kind words.
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Review from Bethany B (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend this nursery. The staff are so helpful they wrote a letter for me to help me get my son diagnosed with autism. My little one loves it there and always talks about the staff. The snacks are healthy for non paying parents this is reassuring to know that my child just hasn't eaten his
packed lunch all day.
Reply from Sharon Green at Bestwood Childcare
Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words.
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Review from Ramika L (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2018 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son settled in great from day one. His teachers enjoy him and vice versa.
The staff are great and my son looks forward to his time at nursery.
Reply from Sharon Green at Bestwood Childcare
Thank you so much for your kind words and good review.
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Current Review Score: 8.7 (8.722)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.7 (8.722) out of 10 for Bestwood Childcare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 3 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 3 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 4.722 for Bestwood Childcare is calculated as follows: ( (26 Excellents x 5) + (10 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 36 Ratings = 4.722
  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 4 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bestwood Childcare is based on 3 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 = 3.25
    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 20 number of registered child places is 4. 3 Positive Reviews ÷ 4 = 0.75
  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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Awards / Recognitions (3)

Meet the Team (4)

Sharon

Sharon

Job Title: Early Years Manager Joined: 2004

I am the childcare manager of Bestwood childcare, I have worked here since 2004. I have an NVQ level 3 qualification in childcare. I am the designated person for safeguarding and health and safety.

Nichole

Nichole

Job Title: Early years Practitioner Joined: 2019

Hi, I am a practitioner at Bestwood Childcare. I have a level 2 Qualification and I have worked here since November 2019.

Megan

Megan

Job Title: Flexible Early Years Educator Joined: 2019

Hi, I am a Practitioner here at Bestwood Childcare. I have a Level 3 Qualification. I have worked here since September 2019.

Anne Taylor

Anne Taylor

Job Title: Early years Educator

I am an Early Years Educator and have a Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Frequently Asked Questions about Bestwood Childcare

What is the Age Range of Children that Bestwood Childcare accepts?

Bestwood Childcare accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Bestwood Childcare Open?

Bestwood Childcare is open: Monday 08:00-16:00, Tuesday 08:00-16:00, Wednesday 08:00-16:00, Thursday 08:00-16:00, Friday 08:00-16:00.

How many Children does Bestwood Childcare have capacity for?

Bestwood Childcare has capacity for a total of 20 Children.

How far is Bestwood Childcare to the centre of Nottingham?

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

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