Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham

Hanham Hall, Whittucks Road, Hanham, Bristol BS15 3FR
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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Hanham, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted (April 2025), provides excellent Early Years care for children from 3 months to preschool age. The nursery offers spacious, naturally lit rooms and two large free-flow gardens that promote year-round outdoor learning.

Under-twos benefit from a calming Hygge approach, while older children enjoy a Curiosity-led curriculum that supports independence and creativity. Children thrive through hands-on programmes such as Make & Bake, Innovate & Investigate, and Move & Groove. With highly qualified staff, an on-site chef providing nutritious meals, and regular community outings, the nursery ensures a rich, nurturing learning experience.

Families stay connected through the Famly App, and parent events further strengthen the home-nursery partnership. Conveniently located in an eco village near Hanham Hall, with nearby parks and amenities, it’s a vibrant space for Early Years development.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Hannah Lark (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 19

Total Places for Children

  • 76

Age Range

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

Opening Times

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

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham Reviews (51)

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Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham has a Review Score of 8.6 (8.592) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham has 51 reviews.

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Review from A D (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff are all really nice, my child is happy on pick up and seems well cared for.
My one request would be to have more updates on what my child does throughout the day and check ins throughout the year on their development. It would be great to have more insight in what they do together, my child
has recently started singing and dancing/signing so I know they must do that - but I'd never been told.
The Manager did start doing weekly updates but they have also dropped off.
Reply from Charlie G, Nursery Support Team at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Thank you for your review of Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool in Hanham. We're so pleased to hear that your child is well settled and happy here! Our warm, friendly team build strong relationships…read more
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Review from I R (Grandmother of Child) published on 31 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
The staff at Hanham Hall Kiddi Caru are the best thing about the nursery. They are kind, helpful, engaged and very caring. You really feel confident knowing your child will be looked after whilst they are at nursery.
PROS:
- Staff (as above)
- The building is lovely
- plenty of parking
- The setting
has been improved since last year
- No plastic toys
- Lots of outdoor time
- Large outdoor areas
- Toddler room has great activities
- Fun themed nursery based picnics for parents and carers
CONS:
- When you join the nursery nothing is made very clear about procedure
- Babies often have dirty faces
- When dropping off the kids, staff can sometimes not be forthcoming about taking babies and toddlers off your hands.
- The baby room is too simple for more active babies. Indoor wooden slides, wall-mounted activities and climbing apparatus in their rooms would improve things
- The gardens are large but looking a little tired
- I've not seen them doing any drawing or painting yet
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly, supportive team work hard to provide an exceptional standard of childcare. All children are warmly welcomed into our home-from-home…read more
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Review from Alex H (Father of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Have sent both my daughters to Grandir Kiddi Caru Hanham Hall over the last 3.5 years and the younger has just graduated before starting school in September. Couldn't speak more highly of the nursery, the staff, the care the atmosphere. Always felt at ease leaving my children in the nursery's care and
its been great seeing their development. Really appreciate the experiences they have had there.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team work hard to provide a warm, supportive, nurturing environment where children thrive. Our bespoke education programmes are used…read more
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Review from Lucy R (Mother of Child) published on 15 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I love the ladies at Kiddi Caru Hanham Hall! The whole team have been so welcoming, accommodating, kind and really open to feedback. My Little one has made a real bond with his appointed carer. I think my little one has had a hard time settling in there, but he is just so energetic! I think the baby
room was just too boring for him. He's a lot happier now that the weather is getting better and he can spend all his time outside, and now he has moved up, I think he will be happier. It would be nice to see more active playthings in the setting like wooden climbing equipment that you see in other nurseries for kids like him who need that kind of play on rainy days. I would love for him to spend some time finger painting, is this offered in the older rooms? My partner mentioned the walls are a bit blank, but I like how chic and simple they are. I also love that there's no plastic tat and they read a lot.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our dedicated team strive to build strong relationships with the children and their families. An important part of this is providing the right…read more
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Review from Josie T (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The nursery is great - all the staff are really friendly and helpful. Our child really enjoys attending the nursery and is always happy to go. I couldn’t fault the nursery at all. Family resource packs have also been a great addition.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. It's great to hear that your little one is enjoying their time here! Our kind, caring team are so passionate about providing exceptional childcare…read more
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Review from Jemma W (Mother of Child) published on 7 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended since October 2023. He is always very happy to go in on a morning and smiling when I collect him. He has bonded with many members of staff. Other children also appear happy when I'm on-site.
Reply from Charlotte Whyatt, Marketing and Communications Executive at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Our friendly team really take the time to form strong bonds with the children in their care, getting to know their individual needs so they can…read more
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Review from Claire M (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Hanham Hall Nursery for just over a year now and is very happy there. There are lots of activities to keep her wild personality happy and she has really bonded with all members of staff there. The team are incredibly supportive and helpful, and it's a real comfort to know as
a parent that she will be looked after and cared for there whilst not in my care. My son also attended the setting from 1 year old, all the way up through to pre-school and still talks about it now! It's also worth mentioning the garden which is an amazing outdoor space! There's so much room to play.
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Review from Karine O (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has been a complex journey with my little one’s needs as a result, her placement in another nursery was terminated. I found Mama Bears from an internet search and had a bit of research done to decipher if it was the right environment for my little one to strive. Definitely, it is. From the first
visit, she was fully welcomed and slowly integrated into the day-to-day activities. Bearing in my mind her needs, she has really come a long way. She now has staff that understand her needs and activities are tailored to her needs. The staff listens and makes changes where necessary. I am really happy my little one is fully accepted irrespective of her needs and she loves it over at Mama Bears. That is what matters to me.
Reply from Erica Cross, Marketing Manager at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Thank you for the lovely comments - we will share these with the team.
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Review from E R (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our child has additional needs that are still emerging, and the way the manager and team have responded and supported so far has been great. They’ve offered support to both of us parents emotionally, and have encouraged our child to grow and learn at their own pace.
They have taken great interest
in what our doctors and health visitors have been doing with our family outside of the nursery setting.
I know they have had staffing issues recently which has meant we’ve had to find (very) last-minute child care which has been an inconvenience to us. But whilst our child is under their care they are very happy and this shows with the feedback and images we receive through the app.
Reply from Erica Cross, Marketing Manager at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Thank you for leaving these lovely comments - we will share them with the team.
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Review from L N (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely setting. Great garden. Great communication from the team and they clearly have good bonds with the children.
I like the app as you can see how your child is eating but also how they are progressing as it puts the framework indicators there so you can monitor the development. Would highly recommend
Reply from Erica Cross, Marketing Manager at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham
Thank you for your feedback - we will share this with the team.
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Review from Sarah M (Mother of Child) published on 26 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team at Mama Bear's Day Nursery Hanham Hall are fantastic. My son thoroughly enjoys himself every time he goes.
They offer a wide range of activities for the children with monthly themes.
The Parent Zone app is really informative and easy to use. It’s great to see how he is getting on with regards
to his developmental markers and daily activities.
The team members are always very helpful on drop off and pick up and spend as much time as you need/want with them to discuss your child’s current needs.
I would highly recommend the nursery and the amazing team that work there.
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Review from Indrajith M (Father of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
First and foremost, I would like to thank each and every carer at Mama Bears for their dedication and commitment towards nurturing and caring for the children. My 4-year-old daughter attends the nursery at Hanham Hall and I have been extremely impressed with the level of care and attention that she
has received. The staff are incredibly friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable, and one thing that has really stood out to me is the personalised approach that Mama Bears takes towards each child. The staff take the time to get to know each child's likes, dislikes, and individual needs, and tailor their care accordingly. Overall, I cannot recommend Mama Bears Nursery at Hanham Hall highly enough. The care, attention, and dedication shown by the staff are truly exceptional, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have found such a wonderful place for my daughter to grow and learn. Thank you, Mama Bears!
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Review from Laura P (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending the Mama Bears Hanham Hall setting since August 2020 and has thrived in the welcoming, supportive, and fun environment. His confidence, skills, curiosity and independence have all been encouraged by the setting and staff, regardless of what age he has been. The outside activity
space is second to none in the area and he absolutely loves the freedom he has to explore through play in the environment he enjoys most. As parents, we are given frequent updates about activities and achievements, and staff are always well informed about how he's got on during his day.
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Review from Dawn N (Mother of Child) published on 3 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has had a lot of change in the last 18 months and she is struggling with this emotionally. Not only have the nursery monitored her, assisted her with coping mechanisms and supported further changes, but they have also supported me as it's been very emotional for us both. All the carers and
the manager have been amazing. We now have regular meetings to action plan how best to support her and it has even helped me and my ex-partner co-parent better.
Couldn't recommend it here enough.
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Review from A H (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We cannot praise Mama Bear's enough! Our little boy has been with them for around 7 months and since then, he’s come on leaps and bounds, he’s developing great social skills and his confidence is through the roof which is no doubt due to the nurturing, wonderful staff who look after him. He’s always
smiling as are we knowing how happy and cared for he is. The app keeps us updated throughout the day and we love seeing all the fun he has. Could not recommend more.
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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 31 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Mama Bear’s Hanham Hall is a lovely setting. The staff are all very welcoming and my son is getting on very well since starting. The staff update the app daily, as well as updating regular moments and any announcements.
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Review from Samantha H (Mother of Child) published on 24 March 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been sending our child to this nursery for nearly a year now. And we have been absolutely thrilled with the care they give. The activities they do with the children are amazing, and the staff are so friendly. We particularly love how much time they spend outside in the garden, as this was important
to us. Would highly recommend Mama Bear's Day Nursery (Hanham Hall) to any other parents.
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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 2 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started this nursery approximately 6 weeks ago. She has settled in really well and comes home with a big smile at the end of the day. All the staff I have spoken to are very friendly and take a genuine interest in my daughter and getting to know her. I was very anxious, as most parents are
sending their child to nursery for the first time, but my anxieties were soon put to rest after my daughter’s first day. I couldn’t be more happier and pleased with the nursery and look forward to seeing how my daughter grows and develops there over the next couple of years. Thanks everyone!
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Review from Emily A (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little girl started Mama Bear's Hanham Hall at the end of September. I was extremely nervous about leaving her with people she didn’t know, however, the staff made me feel at ease and were so lovely on her settling in session. My daughter absolutely loves it and comes home with new words and seems
to have built a lot of confidence. She is normally very happy to leave me and seems to really feel safe with the staff there. I just want to say how amazing you all are during these times and still ensuring my child is having fun and learning new skills every time she attends. Thank you.
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Review from Jaydee E (Mother of Child) published on 6 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My experience with this childcare provider is continuously positive. I have full confidence in the staff and their ability to provide exceptional care. Whenever, although very rarely, I've raised a query or issue, it is remedied quickly and professionally. The staff are respectful of my parental style
and adapt this into their practise where possible.


Since enrolment, my child's development had surged. Throughout the pandemic, the nursery has been a saviour. We had concerns of our child's development and socialisation but, the staff work to ensure the negative snowball impacts of COVID-19 are minimised. It's a wonderful place for children to thrive.

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Current Review Score: 8.6 (8.592)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.6 (8.592) out of 10 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.6 out of 5 from 6 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.0 out of 5 from 6 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 4.597 for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham is calculated as follows: ( (46 Excellents x 5) + (23 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 72 Ratings = 4.597
  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 3.995 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham is based on 6 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 = 3.6
    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 76 number of registered child places is 15.2. 6 Positive Reviews ÷ 15.2 = 0.395
  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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Hannah

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hannah has been in the Early Years sector for 16 years, recently receiving an ‘Outstanding Leadership’ award at our annual leadership conference. She has a passion for in-the-moment planning and 'The Curiosity approach'. Hannah started working in childcare as an apprentice and began her management journey nearly 10 years ago, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience, to help support our families.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham

What is the Age Range of Children that Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham accepts?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham Open?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham is open: Monday 07:30-18:00, Tuesday 07:30-18:00, Wednesday 07:30-18:00, Thursday 07:30-18:00, Friday 07:30-18:00.

How many Children does Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham have capacity for?

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham has capacity for a total of 76 Children.

How far is Kiddi Caru Day Nursery and Preschool Hanham to the centre of Bristol?

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

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