Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley

104 Waverley Road, Plumstead, London SE18 7TJ
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  • Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley, London
Located in the heart of Plumstead, the Waverley site is the largest of Bear Hugs' three locations and a staple in the community. With Plumstead Common just around the corner, they make the most of this green space, giving children the opportunity to explore and engage with nature. Building on Bear Hugs' 20-year legacy, the Waverley site offers more than just childcare – it’s a place where children play, learn, and grow in a loving, safe environment. They are proud to be a vibrant part of the local community, supporting every child on their journey.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Queenie Beredugo (Owner)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 13

Total Places for Children

  • 67

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • Full day rate: £80
    Half day rate: £68

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:30
    Tuesday 07:00-18:30
    Wednesday 07:00-18:30
    Thursday 07:00-18:30
    Friday 07:00-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley Reviews (13)

9.7

Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.667) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley has 13 reviews.

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Review from C E (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the very beginning, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, nurturing, and professional. It's clear that the team genuinely care about each child and go above and beyond to create a safe, fun, and stimulating environment.
Our daughter loves going to nursery - she talks about her friends, the
lovely staff, and all the exciting activities she does each day. It's amazing to see how much she's grown in confidence, independence, and curiosity since joining.
Communication with parents is excellent. I'm kept informed about her progress and daily activities, which is so reassuring. The staff are approachable, kind, and clearly passionate about what they do.
Bear Hugs truly lives up to its name-it's a warm, supportive space where children are encouraged to thrive. I would highly recommend it. Thank you to all the team at Bear Hugs Waverley-you're doing an amazing job!
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!We are truly touched by your kind words and so happy to hear how much your daughter enjoys her time at Bear Hugs. From the very beginning, our goal has…read more
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Review from Lavinia P (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you everyone for all the care you have for all the children in the nursery. My son has been very happy here. He developed a lot since he first joined and all the staff is just amazing.
Thank you!
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kind and thoughtful words. We're truly touched to hear how happy your son has been and how much he's grown since joining us. It means so much to our…read more
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Review from Sorina T (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is behaving well, eating well learned to talk a bit more than usual he comes home happier
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful update! We're truly delighted to hear about your son's progress and that he comes home happy. It's a joy to watch him grow and thrive every day. We're…read more
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Review from Sharelle A (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Bear hugs have been a great support to me and my child. My child also loves coming to school
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for your heartfelt words. We're truly grateful to be a support for you and your child, and it means the world to us to hear that your little one loves coming to Bear Hugs. We're…read more
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Review from Roshan G (Father of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really happy with my son development and he is happy to come to nursery as well.
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a lot to know your son is happy and developing well with us. Seeing him come in with a smile each day is what we strive for, and we're so grateful…read more
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Review from Adeyemi A (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has been a good one since my first daughter schooled here, she learnt alot, made alot of friends and now my 2nd daughter is here.
They have been so helpful with her potty training.
To be honest bear hugs feels like home and it feels good for my kids to be here. They have amazing staffs.
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review! We're honored to have supported both of your daughters and are so glad Bear Hugs feels like home to your family. It means the world to hear such kind words…read more
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Review from Nicoleta B (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you for all your support!
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you for your kind message! We're always here to support you and your little one!
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Review from Henry G (Father of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child has improved and the staffs are also good.
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear your child is improving and that you're happy with our staff!
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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really happy to see my son get along in the nursery. He looks happy and plays with the toys while in nursery. Happy to see him progressing everyday.
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted to hear your son is happy, enjoying his time with us, and making great progress each day.
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Review from D C (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The nursery is warm and inviting my daughter has loved being there. Shes has come a very long way all the staff are brilliant helpful and supportive. The nursery is very accomodating around times for drop off & pick up.
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you for your kind words! We're so pleased your daughter has had a great experience and that you've felt supported by our team!
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Review from Z Z (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Everyone at Bear Hugs is so friendly, caring & attentive.
My daughter has further advanced in her development & learning.
They have great educational & physical resources to aid children with their development.
Also, they have the best menu!
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear your daughter is thriving and that you're happy with our team, resources, and menu!
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Review from Z O (Mother of Child) published on 12 August 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent.
Reply from Mope, Manager at Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley
Thank you so much for your excellent review - we truly appreciate your kind words!
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Review from Lili M (Mother of Child) published on 29 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been there for 3 years, since age 1. The nursery is a hidden gem. They have a good play area, clean premises, caring staff and my son has been happy. I cannot highly recommend the Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley! I am fussy and overprotective. This nursery did not disappoint. Open 7am -7pm
all year round. From teething to the introduction of foods and now basic vocabulary, maths and reading and writing the alphabet in preschool they have helped teach him all of it. Don't go by what the Internet shows you an imagine using flashy photos, visit this nursery and make an informed judgement. You will not be disappointed!
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Current Review Score: 9.7 (9.667)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.7 (9.667) out of 10 for Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 12 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 4.771 for Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley is calculated as follows: ( (113 Excellents x 5) + (29 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.771
  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 4.896 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley is based on 12 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 67 number of registered child places is 13.4. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 13.4 = 0.896
  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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Frequently Asked Questions about Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley

What is the Age Range of Children that Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley accepts?

Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley Open?

Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley is open: Monday 07:00-18:30, Tuesday 07:00-18:30, Wednesday 07:00-18:30, Thursday 07:00-18:30, Friday 07:00-18:30.

How many Children does Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley have capacity for?

Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley has capacity for a total of 67 Children.

How far is Bear Hugs Day Nursery Waverley to the centre of London?

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

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