Bella Bambinos Day Nursery is a family run day nursery located in Dromore, County Down and provides care for children from birth to pre-school age.
Staff at the nursery strive to provide a high standard of care, offering children a fun and secure space to learn and develop as they reach their full potential.
The nursery offers children a home-from-home learning environment, with many rooms featuring under-floor heating ensuring that spaces are warm and inviting. While pre-schoolers have their own building specifically designed to support their development.
Bella Bambinos encourage and support children to develop in all areas of learning, and participate in activities they enjoy, as well as providing them with the individual care and attention they require.
Owner: Julie Edens
Person in charge: Julie Edens (Owner/Manager)
Local Authority / Social Services: South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust
Number of Staff: 18
Service Offered: Day Nursery (Privately Owned), Open all year, Full Day Care, Sessional Day Care
Total Places for Children: 40
Age Range: from 0 years 3 months to 12 years 0 months
Opening Days: Mon-Fri
Opening Hours: 0730-1830
When Closed: Bank Holidays
The Review Score of 9.9 (maximum of 10) for Bella Bambinos Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 58 Reviews over all time. This Average Rating is also the rating value for Bella Bambinos Day Nursery in Google's Search Results - more info
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5 out of 5 from 21 positive Reviews in the last 12 months.
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating of all Reviews over all time. For each review the Day Nursery / service is rated Excellent, Good, Satisfactory, Poor or Very Poor on a number of areas eg Staff, Management etc. The Day Nursery receives points for each rating as follows: Excellent = 5. Good = 4. Satisfactory = 3. Poor = 2. Very Poor = 1. These points are added up and then divided by the total number of completed ratings to generate the average rating.
The Average Rating of 4.944 for Bella Bambinos Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (659 Excellents x 5) + (33 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 695 Ratings = 4.944
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 12 months. If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with 'Extremely Likely' or 'Likely' in answer to the question 'How likely are you to recommend this Day Nursery to friends and family?'
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
4 points are available for the first 5 Positive Reviews, 3 points for the first Positive Review and then 0.25 Points for each of the next 4 Positive Reviews.
1 point is available for reaching a target number of Positive Reviews based on 20% of the number of registered maximum number of service users. If the target is partially reached then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery with 50 registered maximum number of service users has a target of 10 Positive Reviews, if it has 10 or more Positive Reviews it will receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews will receive 0.7 points.
If there are no Positive Reviews in the last 12 months, then 2.5 points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 2 years. The calculation is the same as above, except the points are divided by 2.
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Bella Bambinos Day Nursery is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 12 months and is calculated as follows:
3 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 + 0.25 = 4
Target of 8 positive Reviews (40 registered maximum number of service users ÷ 5). 21 Reviews ÷ 8 Target Reached = 1
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
Bella Bambinos Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.944)
Review submitted from a Postal Card by Karen W (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 6 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
I absolutely love Bella Bambinos Day Nursery. My little guy has been with them since he was 3 months old, each stage is such an effortless transition. I'm usually more upset than my son. I have had a really hard year and Bella Bambinos Day Nursery was there and helped us out more than they should or need to. It really is a home from home and I never have a worry. (Would nearly have another just to stay connected to Bella Bambinos Day Nursery).
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Michelle G (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 6 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
I can highly recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery to everyone. Both my boys love attending. The staff are excellent as are the facilities. The children have a great range of activities every day and I am so confident in their care every day and I am so confident in their care every day. Top class.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Damien D (Father of Child) on Tuesday 6 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Top service. I couldn't ask for better care for our own son. Every need is catered for and our requirements needed are 100% met.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jill H (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to December 2017.
Fabulous nursery. The girls are great to deal with and more than happy with the service provided. Our daughter enjoys nursery and talks about her friends there all week!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by N T (Father of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Bella Bambinos Day Nursery meets and exceeds all our expectations of a day nursery. We have two children here and both enjoy the play and interaction. They enjoy trips and visits from outside people.
I have no complaints about the care whatsoever and I am confident in the safety of our children.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Alyson H (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Excellent staff and resources, great care of children.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Sarah C (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
My son has had a great first 8 months at Bella Bambinos Day Nursery. He has settled so well and it has made him very outgoing! The activities are great and so varied.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Julie M (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Staff are very welcoming and friendly. My son really enjoys nursery and has learnt so much. Activities at the nursery are varied and include activities I would never have thought of doing at home with them. He really does enjoy his days at Bella Bambinos Day Nursery and loves the food!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Christina Y (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
My son loves coming to nursery every week, he seems to come back home with a new word every time and eats brilliantly when he won't at home. He loves all the staff in his room. He comes home with lots of artwork very proud. Excellent facilities and care at Bella Bambinos Day Nursery. Very happy.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Hannah M (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Our daughter is very well settled. She is always happy and content when picked up and has enjoyed a wide variety of activities. The menu is varied and well balanced providing an opportunity to try new flavours.
Overall experience with the nursery has been excellent.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by John F (Father of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Very good, very helpful!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jane J (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
We are delighted with the care our son receives at Bella Bambinos Day Nursery. The management and all staff are fantastic and communicate very effectively with us as parents. Our son's every need is catered for physically, emotionally and educationally and as a result, he is very happy and settled. We know that our son is receiving the very best care which is a huge piece of mind.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Shari W (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
The experience we have had with the nursery has been wonderful. The girls are brilliant with the kids and the activities that they have for the kids are interactive and enjoyable. We hear all the stories in the evenings.
All in all brilliant!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Clare L (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Both my children attend this nursery - one in preschool and the other aged 20 months.
The toys are very age appropriate and are frequently replaced with new toys.
The staff are very caring towards the children and attend to their individual needs. The menu is varied and I am at all times kept up to date with my children's progress.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Allison M (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Bella Bambinos Day Nursery provides very high standards of care. The staff are excellent throughout the nursery and have a very caring nature and are very approachable.
We are regularly updated on our child's progress and regular newsletter as received.
My children love going to Bella Bambinos Day Nursery and we have all found their childcare facility a very positive experience.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Leanne W (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
All the team in junior afterschool are excellent and are very dedicated to their job. My daughter loves coming every day and has made many friends. The learning structure is excellent and homework time is well spent. The fun activities are varied between crafts and games and are very well balanced. I would have no hesitation in recommending Bella Bambinos Day Nursery to anyone.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Loren H (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
I am really happy with the standard of and learning my daughter is receiving at Bella Bambinos Day Nursery. The staff and management are always approachable and go above and beyond to help with anything. I am always kept up to date on how my daughter is doing which gives me a great sense of ease. The staff settled my daughter in brilliantly and I appreciate so much their help and support at what can be a really scary time. The room is always clean and tidy and my daughter is always doing art, messy play and such. The food is also great. I really recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery and can guarantee and happy parent/child.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by David A (Father of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to December 2017.
I am pleased with the helpful service and my two children are happy at this playgroup and we have good conversations on the activities they have encountered that day.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by M W (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to December 2017.
My daughter loves Bella Bambinos Day Nursery. She has been going to Bella Bambinos Day Nursery since she was a baby and left when starting nursery school. She still constantly talked about it and how much she loved it until coming back at the end of summer. She settled in very quickly and the ladies are brilliant - my daughter usually hides when I came to collect her because she wants to stay and play!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Emma M (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 February 2018. Relates to November 2017.
Bella Bambinos Day Nursery is an outstanding nursery where all the staff really go above and beyond for all the children in care. The facilities are excellent and I love how much time the children spend outdoors. I know my child is safe and well cared for/taught and should we have another child there will be no question as to which crèche he/she will be placed in - well-done ladies!!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by J C (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 23 January 2018. Relates to November 2017.
What a gem - Bella Bambinos is an excellent day nursery that I wouldn't hesitate recommending to other parents. It continues to go from strength to strength, without losing that home from home feel that first drew us to it.
The continued commitment of management to staff development is to be applauded and as a result, the quality of care provided by every member of staff for my daughter from 2010 has been and continues to be excellent. She loves the opportunity for outdoor play and the new afterschool facilities have been a great hit, so much so, that she wants to stay until they close!
The food provided is varied, balanced and nutritious. Activities provided are age appropriate and well thought out with consideration given to the needs of the individual. My daughter loves Bella's, it has been excellent for her all-round development. I can go to work safe in the knowledge that she is being cared for by a top class team who have her best interests at heart.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by P B (Father of Child) on Friday 9 December 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Excellent providing best of care. Staff are pleasant and extremely helpful.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by C K (Mother of Child) on Friday 9 December 2016. Relates to October 2016.
My child enjoys coming to nursery. He has learnt so much and it has really helped his development.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by A V (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 6 December 2016.
Excellent- would highly recommend Bella Bambinos to any parents looking for childcare.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Linda D (Mother of Child) on Monday 5 December 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Bella Bambinos has provided a brilliant base for my son to develop and learn from a young age. He has many skills, especially interacting with other children and adults. He has learned many topics which I don't think could have happened if he had not been attending Bellas. In turn, he then is able to teach his younger sisters who are at home at present. Everyone (assistants) are brilliant and they all have individual skills with my son.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Rebecca MG (Mother of Child) on Monday 5 December 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Bella Bambinos is a fantastic daycare facility which continues to go from strength to strength. The quality of the care provided by each and every staff member is excellent and Bella's feels like a true home from home for all three of my children. My daughter in pre-school just loves all the role-play activities and my boys, in after school, love the chance to get outside and play (after homework is done of course!) All in all a brilliant creche with wonderful staff and management.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Phillip C (Father of Child) on Tuesday 29 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Bella Bambinos is an excellent facility. It is so convenient with on-site parking off the main road. The building is extremely well maintained and the baby room is in excellent condition and it is peace of mind that I know that my son is being well looked after all day with structured play time and activities.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by B T (Father of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Hard to find fault with this excellent nursery. The staff and management are all very well qualified. It is obvious that all their various age group rooms are very well run and organised. My daughter has been very happy in the nursery and I have noticed big improvements in her language and social skills over the last few months.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Gillian M (Mother of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
All the staff are extremely caring and supportive. My child is very happy here and her every need is fully met. My preferences are catered for and my child follows my preferred routines.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Stuart W (Father of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Our child has been in nursery for 9 months. We have loved having her in here as the staff are fantastic and have a great aura with children and parents. The nursery is very clean with loads of activities for children to do. My child's development has been great which we believe is partly due to Bella Bambinos and the staff. Our 2nd child is to join in November.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Blair H (Father of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Our son always seems happy after his day at nursery. He likes all the staff and always seems to be enjoying the activities.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Mary-Kate B (Mother of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to September 2016.
My little boy has been going to Bella Bambinos since April 2015. He loves the nursery and all of his friends. As a mother what means most to me is the fact that the staff are so invested in the welfare and happiness of the children. They go above and beyond to make each day special and worthwhile to the children. The staff are by far the best in the business and they make the nursery. I could not imagine life without Bella Bambinos as they offer great comfort and support to the entire family!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Hazel W (Mother of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Bella Bambinos is a fantastic day nursery. It's an absolute sense of relief knowing your children are safely looked after, stimulated, fun activities provided whilst their individual routine is maintained. Staff are most accommodating and caring to the kids. They build amazing relationships and bonds with the children. A healthy, balanced and nutritious diet provided daily. Learning facilities, development on all levels are encouraged and promoted daily with daily reports on collecting. Both my children attend full-time, have adapted fantastically, staff accommodate challenges on transfer to different rooms without any problems.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jamie H (Father of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Our daughter started Bella Bambinos Day Nursery at 7 months in the baby room. There has never been an issue/phonecall/disturbance. She has always been happy, safe and content in all of the rooms she has been in. All the staff are very caring for my daughter's needs and the room observations during transitions were very accurate and informative. It proved to my wife and I how well all the staff got to know our daughter. There is no greater praise than the recommendation to another parent.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by N E (Mother of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Both my children attend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery in the baby room and in pre-school. The staff in both rooms are fantastic with a wide range of activities planned to interest and develop the children. The babies are well attended to and on an individual level and there is the right balance between education, fun and discipline/learning right from wrong in preschool. There is a feeling of genuine care for each of the children from the staff.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by M C (Mother of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to November 2016.
Excellent childcare facility for my very outgoing and energetic two year old. The nursery staff are excellent and make a real effort to engage the children in informative play. My daughter really enjoys her days in nursery and happily skips in each morning. I wouldn't recommend it enough.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Deborah H (Mother of Child) on Monday 28 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
My daughter really enjoys her day's at Bella Bambinos Day Nursery. I put her into the nursery as she was very quiet, shy and reserved. We have had a complete transformation. She is so chatty, inquisitive, outgoing and really responsive. I can't thank all the girls enough. She learns so much more than I would be able to do with her at home and eats like a champion.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Angel B (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Overall happy with nursery
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by C C (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
I have found the nursery to be excellent in every aspect, staff, a variety of toys, activities and cleanliness.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Stephen H (Father of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Excellent nursery and staff. I have full confidence that my child is safe and well cared for.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Lucy M (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
I have been very pleased and happy with Bella Bambinos. The staff are excellent, have good insight, imagination and time for the kids. They introduce them to wonderful opportunities. Communication is excellent and they are never too busy to talk about my child's day.
Lots of opportunities that the kids are offered that they really enjoy. They cater for my little ones and her dietary requirements without issue.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Shelley T (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Could not be happier with our nursery. The staff are fantastic, attentive and go the extra mile to ensure my children's happiness. Staff and the nursery in general are very professional and I feel very confident in their ability.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Stephanie P (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Bellas is a wonderful day nursery. I find it has a warm and welcoming atmosphere which I feel is most important when leaving your child. My son enjoys coming to Bellas every day and has learnt so much. I feel that all the staff really go that extra mile to provide a happy and settled environment and do so much with the children. I feel so privileged to have a place for my son here at Bellas.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by N M (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Both my children love going to Bellas. I have no concerns at work as I know how well cared for they are. Their individual opinions are always listened to and staff always show compassion and kindness. I have been using Bellas for 5 years now and can not recommend it enough.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Linda B (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
My son loves attending Bella Bambinos. Staff are excellent and create relationships with him. Good range of activities.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Joanne F (Mother of Child) on Friday 25 November 2016. Relates to November 2016.
Bella Bambinos is a great nursery and all the girls make the kids feel at home when coming in. The nursery takes the children on days out and for walks.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Doug W (Father of Child) on Wednesday 2 November 2016. Relates to October 2016.
Excellent nursery. Staff form fantastic relationships with our children aged 2.5 years and 9 months. It is a home from home. rooms are bright, colourful and clean. Rugs are changed regularly and always. There is a fresh smell of scented candles upon entry into the main room. Both I and my wife work full time and are very happy with the care, attention and education our children receive. We commute 20 miles a day to ensure they receive the Bella Bambinos treatment!
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Nuala W (Mother of Child) on Thursday 1 September 2016. Relates to August 2016.
A home from home for our children! 2-year-old toddler and a 6-month-old baby - they love it. The way the nursery is divided into age appropriate rooms to make the transition much easier and less overwhelming as kids are amongst their age groups. There are two areas for babies (crawler/ immobile babies) and one area for walking children.
There's waddlers, then toddlers 1, and then an older toddlers room. There is a never ending volume of arts and crafts, baked good arriving home on a regular basis. Staff are fantastic, kids are very happy. I would highly recommend it.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Julieanne M (Mother of Child) on Thursday 24 March 2016. Relates to February 2016.
My son has been in the pre-school room for a year and really enjoys it. After spending nearly 3 years at home with my son I was very nervous about leaving him, but the staff in the pre-school room put me so at ease. It is lovely to see that my son has made such great friendships with the children and the staff. I would not hesitate to recommend Bellabambinos to any of my friends. All staff are very friendly and nothing is a bother to them. My son is very content at nursery and I now wish I had kept him at Bellas for his pre-school year as the care, love and attention is second to none.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Jill E (Mother of Child) on Tuesday 23 February 2016.
My daughter loves her time in Bella Bambinos and as a parent this is most important. She is happy and has developed socially and educationally throughout her time here. This is a great nursery. My review is extremely positive.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Kathy M (Mother of Child) on Monday 22 February 2016. Relates to January 2016.
My son has recently started in pre-school. He previously attended toddlers so was familiar with the environment. He has settled well due to the friendly, caring staff and enjoys his time here.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Kathy W (Mother of Child) on Friday 19 February 2016. Relates to January 2016.
My daughter has settled really well into Bella Bambinos with the help of great staff. Her vocabulary has come on leaps and bounds, along with her fine motor skills. I have noticed a massive difference in her knowledge with numbers, letters and colours. She especially enjoys trips to the park. I feel completely at ease when she is at playgroup.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by A H (Mother of Child) on Friday 19 February 2016. Relates to February 2016.
My child has been attending the above nursery from when she was 7 months old. In her time she has moved round quite a few rooms. My child has enjoyed every room that she has been in and has thrived in her social and development. I would definitely recommend the nursery as the care is second to none.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by James W (Father of Child) on Friday 19 February 2016. Relates to February 2016.
Bellas is great for our daughter, she has made lots of friends with the staff and other children. She really enjoys the games and trips, especially the gymnastics. She also has a good choice of food in Bellas which makes it easier for us at home to make food which she likes.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Gareth P (Father of Child) on Friday 19 February 2016. Relates to February 2016.
Excellent award winning nursery right on our doorstep. Our daughter loves to go everyday and has developed brilliantly since we moved to town.
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Siobhan M (Mother of Child) on Friday 19 February 2016. Relates to February 2016.
Both my children have attended Bella Bambinos from the baby room right through to after school. Staff in all rooms are very friendly and appear genuinely interested in the children. The facilities are inviting, colourful and stimulating and the children do an excellent range of age related activities which encourage their growth and development. You also get good reports at the end of each day to tell you what the children have done and eaten and regular progress reports once they reach pre-school.
How likely would you be to recommend Bella Bambinos Day Nursery? Extremely Likely
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Sophie K (Mother of Child) on Friday 19 February 2016. Relates to February 2016.
Warm friendly staff. This nursery feels more like a family than a childminders, my son has made friends with not only the other children but the members too, well run, well organised my little guy loves to run in every morning and hates leaving in the evening so much for the children to do. I could not create the environment they do at home. I love this nursery. I am beyond grateful for the care they show my son, simply the best!!!
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Review submitted from a Postal Card by Angela B (Mother of Child) on Friday 19 February 2016. Relates to February 2016.
My son has been attending this nursery since they were first able to take him in as a baby. He is now 5 and I can honestly say in those 5 years I have had nothing but praise for the staff and the facilities here.
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