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Little Bears Day Care provides childcare from the age of two up to five-years-old.
The team at Little Bears, believe that children's natural curiosity should be encouraged. Children are given the chance to indulge the urge to explore and to have fun, as this is when they learn best.
Set in large private grounds, with access to the great outdoors, a safe outdoor play area and a large inside learning space,...
Funding & Fees
Morning 08:00-13:00 - £60
Afternoon 13:00-18:00 - £60
Full Day 08:00-18:00 - £102
Full Time (Full Day) - £99
Morning 08:00-13:00 - £58
Afternoon 13:00-18:00 - £58
Full Day 08:00-18:00 - £99
Full Time (Full Day) - £95
*FEET and FEE 15/30hrs funding accepted - refer to website for full T&Cs
Contact Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village to get a personalised quote:
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
NoGroup/Owner
- Little Bears Day-Care Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Nina Farzaneh (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 12
Total Places for Children
- 36
Age Range
- from 2 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday 08:00-18:00
- Tuesday 08:00-18:00
- Wednesday 08:00-18:00
- Thursday 08:00-18:00
- Friday 08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays
Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village Reviews (57)
Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.588) out of 10, based on 8 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village has 57 reviews.
We are so pleased to have chosen this setting for our boy and are planning on sending our younger child there too once he turns two.
warm regards
Little Bears
We are delighted with Little Bears nursery, we are so glad we have chosen this nursery for our daughter. The thing we love the most about the nursery is the staff, they all have such a caring, kind, nurturing character. They clearly all love looking after children. They greet all little ones with such a kind smile and enthusiasm each morning. The nursery offer a wide range of activities, and I particularly love how creative their approach is to learning. I would recommend Little Bears to anyone.
Very are very proud of our great staff team who make this setting a special place.
Kindest regards
Little Bears WV
I feel happy and at ease knowing my little girl is well looked after and having fun.
kind regards
Little Bears
Every day he tells us all the exciting things he's been up to and I feel like he gets amazing support from all the staff. We are well informed all of the time and couldn't be happier that we chose Little Bears for our son's nursery.
Thank you so much for lovely feedback. It makes us all so proud to know children in our care are happy, loved and flourishing. Kind regardsLittle Bears Management
Such an amazing nursery. My son has been there since he turned 2 and I watched them help him grow from being a quiet, emotional and shy kid to a super chatty, confident, fun and interactive 4 year old, ready for school! They are so good at understanding kids and providing a nurturing role at first, to one that just lets them be themselves in a fun and family like atmosphere. They really understood my little one through and through, we were so lucky to have found them! Hugely recommended. Not too big a group of kids, outdoor space, beautiful setting, lovely food, lots of fun activities through the year to get families involved. Thanks Little Bears!
I couldn't recommend Little Bears at Whiteley Village enough. The team are fantastic, they take the time to really get to know your child, their likes and dislikes, and are so kind and attentive. Each evening at pick up, the team are excited to tell you about what your child has been up to that day, which I find so special. My son has an amazing bond with his key worker, who has gone out of her way to make sure he's happy every day. The children have access to outdoor play every day, and also take part in music and sports classes every week which I love. They also regularly take trips to the pond, for nature walks, and to spend time with the residents at the local care home. My son has come on so far since joining Little Bears. Although he will be sad to leave nursery as he moves on to school, we have already signed our youngest child up to join when he turns two, and I know he will enjoy Little Bears just as much!
We are very pleased and proud to read your views about our setting. Little Bears & it's dedicated staff team work hard to make the nursery a loving, nurturing and rich learning environment for the children. It's our pleasure to watch the little ones grow ready for their next chapter in life. Kindest regards Little Bears
The staff - the staff turnover is low meaning we and our child have built a strong relationship with them. They are all experienced professionals, and we didn't have the thing we had at the previous nursery where we would turn up and meet an agency staff member looking after our son.
The setting - being set among green open space is an incredible opportunity for the children. They go on nature walks in the forest and play outside in the safe and enclosed nursery gardens every day. The previous nursery had AstroTurf and limited time outside so this is a huge bonus.
Proximity to the old peoples home - unique opportunity for intergenerational interaction as the children are taken on visits to sing for the residents of a care home in walking distance. This is cherry on top of the cake.
We love Little Bears :-)
Thank you so much for your feedback. We feel honored to be able to provide great quality care and education to our little ones. Children are at the heart of our practice as we continue to work with parents as partners to build a sound foundation for their future. Kind regardsLittle Bears Management
A really beautifully located nursery, situated across from a large cricket field in Whiteley Village. The staff are so friendly and warm, and our daughter loved it! The team are dynamic and motivated, the daily food menu is brilliant and the daily updates and reports were really insightful. There are regular events for the families and local outings for the children. Highly recommended!
The facility is very good and well laid out with an excellent outside space and the children go for walks around the local woodland from time to time. The carers gave off a very positive vibe and the culture of the nursery was clearly good and the children's behaviour showed accordingly. They ran sports days and special events which were brilliant.
Our engagement with the management team was always helpful and professional, the food was really well done by a chef who cared deeply that the children ate well and tried a good variety of food. The carers were so kind and our child always spoke about them with a happy glint.
Thank you for the excellent preparation you gave our child we are most grateful.
Thank you for your feedback. We truly appreciate your feedback. We are very proud of our staff team and thrive on providing a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for our children preparing them for the next stage in life. wish you all the best and thank you.
We absolutely adore Little Bears! We currently have two children at the nursery, and our third daughter is already down to start next year. The staff are absolutely fantastic! There's been very little staff turnover in the 3 years my children have been attending the nursery. The staff really care, and they're wonderful with the children - mine have absolutely thrived since they've been there! The setting is lovely, it's green and spacious and feels completely secure. I find it incredibly calming when I drive through the gates into Whiteley Village. The children play playball on the field, go exploring in the forest, and ride their bikes around the patio. It truly is a home from home environment, with exceptional management. We've recommended it to so many friends who love it as much as we do!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review and having faith in us as provider. We are very lucky to have such a devoted staff team who work so hard to provide such a warm and nurturing home from home environment! Thank you for giving us the opportunity to care for your...
Little Bears is a lovely nursery. Lots of outdoor activities and play areas. Also includes activities such as playball and monkey music. My son is very happy there. His key worker is fantastic with him. I would recommend it to anyone.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review and for recommending Little Bears! It means so much to us to know that the children we care for are happy during their time with us and our fantastic staff team do their best to ensure there is a good range of activities available. With very best wishes, the Little Bears Team.
Little Bears is a great nursery in a lovely setting with brilliant staff. My child loved the various activities and learning, especially monkey music and playball. He has really grown while being part of the Little Bears family.
I would highly recommend them.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! We are so pleased that your little one has enjoyed the range of activities and thank you for acknowledging our fantastic staff team - they work so hard to provide the most nurturing and educational environment possible. With very best wishes, The Little Bears Team
The nursery setting is great, warm and welcoming, with a 'home from home' feel. Staff are simply amazing, truly. The entire team that works at the nursery is very stable, little staff turnover, which speaks volumes as well to how well regarded they are by the nursery manager and by parents.
Wholesome meals are provided every day, cooked on site by the nursery chef who is really lovely as well. Always prepares extra treats at special occasions such as Mother's Day breakfast or Harvest Festival etc, where staff, parents and children all come together.
The nursery is very well managed, excellent communication channels with parents, could not fault it.
The site of the nursery is great, access to the green cricket ground and forest, excellent and secure outside gardens. Location is pretty unique!
An excellent nursery all around. Our daughter is thriving there!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! We are so pleased you have had such a positive experience with Little Bears and we thank you for acknowledging the hard work and commitment of the staff team - we are so proud of them all and they all work so hard to create a warm...
A one in million nursery for my daughter, who has loved it from her first day. Her key worker from her first year to her new one now, along with the other staff are excellent, caring and experienced, they teach the children from day one how to be independent and right from wrong, how to be confident and caring and interested in the world! Being located in Whitely Village allows for great walks in the woods and field for sports days, walks and fresh air but the nursery has an excellent sized free flow garden. classes are separate due to age but can still be shared which allows for peer learning and also getting used to seeing other key workers so it’s not such a big shock the next year moving across. The freshly cooked food on site is nutritious and delicious (we know from days such as Mother’s Day breakfast, Christmas plays etc) Allergies are catered for and staff work with parents on routines from home so helping with potty training etc)! Can’t recommend enough!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review! We are so pleased your daughter is enjoying her time at Little Bears - we are very lucky to have such an amazing environment to be able to operate from - the grounds in the village offer so many opportunities to explore and...
Little Bears is an excellent nursery and I cannot recommend them enough. They know all the children well and have a real ‘home from home’ attitude. They’re kind, flexible and work well with parents. The members of the team all stay for many years and that, I believe, is their biggest testament.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review! We are very lucky to have such a devoted staff team who work so hard to provide such a warm and nurturing environment! Thank you for choosing Little Bears for your little one. Best wishes, The Little Bears Team
We were lucky to secure a place at Little Bears a few months later and have never looked back.
Our daughter absolutely loves it there, she’s beaming when she goes in and loves talking about her friends and the staff. The environment is very welcoming, and the learning intentions each week are very well thought through. They also playball on a weekly basis and can go on nature walks on the surrounding grounds.
The food menu is balanced, nutritious and varied which was also important to us when selecting a childcare provider.
I’m delighted to have found such a warm, kind, and caring setting for our daughter.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a lovely review! We are so pleased you picked us for your daughter's care - we are very lucky to have such an amazing environment to be able to operate from - the grounds in the village offer so many opportunities to explore and enjoy an...
Little Bears is truly wonderful. Our daughter is so happy and nurtured at Little Bears and the staff are attentive, communicative and loving. The activities are stimulating and focus on development but always ensure fun. Our daughter is growing and learning by the day and will be more than ready for school when that day comes. Cannot recommend Little Bears enough.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review!
We are so pleased you are happy with Little Bears. School readiness is something we put a great deal of emphasis on as it is such a big transition so its lovely to hear that you feel your Little Bear is being well supported...
Little Bears really care. Our son has been going for almost two years and he is excelling. He loves it at nursery and not only made great friends but through Little Bears caring and nurturing environment he is becoming a lovely little boy.
The staff and Keyworker are wonderful and understand his needs and challenges, they guide and support while always communicating and chatting with us while giving us daily updates. The environment is lovely, in the middle of a private estate within a forest where outside play is always on the menu.
Our son had been to a couple of other local nurseries where it felt more like a business, Little Bears feels like a family and we couldnt be happier.
Thank you so much for such a lovely and heartfelt review! We are very fortunate to be in such a fantastic location and it is very important to us that the children get to enjoy all that Whitely Village has to offer.
Providing a nurturing environment that feels like home is one of our main aims...
When we moved here and our son started at Little Bear's, he hardly had any English. He was only little and had to adjust to a whole new environment and language. The staff at Little Bear's were absolutely amazing, working with us to help him settle in, always being incredibly kind and understanding. They always listened when we had any comments or questions and tried to put in place any measures we had discussed. The staff, in general, are all simply wonderful!
Thank you is much for taking the time to review Little Bears! We are so pleased to hear you have had a positive experience with us - we are so proud of our dedicated staff team and we agree wholeheartedly with your feedback of them being kind and understanding!
Best wishes, The Little Bears Team
My son loves going to Little Bears. He is encouraged to learn, have fun and develop. Outdoor and indoor play are balanced well and given equal importance. Regular structured activity is themed each week to the learning intentions and as a parent, I feel really connected to my son's day through the weekly updates and daily information chats with his keyworker. Little Bear's has responded excellently to the pandemic and I have every confidence in his health and care in this amazing and caring nursery.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! It has been a challenging year and we are so pleased to hear you have been confident in our management of the pandemic; it is thanks to the fantastic staff team and the amazing support received from parents that have enabled us to...
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Meet the Team (9)
My name is Nina Farzaneh and I am the nursery manager for Little Bears Nursery at Whitely Village. I have built up considerable experience in the day-to-day operations and management of both new and established nurseries, having worked with children for 15 years and my role over the last ten years as a key decision maker and member of senior management. I am also a parent so fully understand the importance of choosing the right nursery with the right staff team. We also recognize the importance of our partnership with the parents and children in achieving the best results.
My qualifications include a level 5 diploma in Early Years and Childcare as well as a degree in English studies. I have been fortunate to have spent the last 15 years working in a variety of settings with different Early years philosophies and teaching approaches, different people, cultures and management styles.
• At Little Bear’s, my team and I will create a loving, nurturing and safe environment;
• At Little Bear’s, we create experiences and memories for your children;
• At Little Bear’s, children will be encouraged to develop so that they flourish and achieve their potential.
We are extremely passionate about Little Bear’s and therefore have invested in a staff team that is fully qualified. This ensures that our setting meets all the Early Years requirements at all times and provides high-quality care to children and their families.
We hope that we can demonstrate our vision and approach to childcare by welcoming you to our nursery.
With many years of dedicated experience in Early Years, Becky is a highly skilled and passionate Assistant Manager committed to creating nurturing, stimulating, and safe learning environments for the children at Whiteley Village. Throughout her career, Becky has worked across a variety of nursery settings, gaining extensive knowledge in child development, play-based learning, and curriculum planning.
Experienced in safeguarding, health and safety procedures, and regulatory compliance, Becky is dedicated to upholding the highest standards across the nursery. Becky's passion for early years education continues to drive her commitment to creating positive, enriching experiences that foster children’s confidence, curiosity, and love of learning.
We are proud to have Aoife as a key member of our team. With 16 years of experience in a sessional preschool, she progressed from the voluntary committee to roles as a Practitioner, SENCo, DSL, and Manager, completing both Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications in children’s development along the way.
During COVID, she expanded her experience by joining a family-run nursery as Preschool Room Leader, SENDCo, and Third in Charge, gaining valuable insight into all-day nursery operations and forest school experiences. Her extensive knowledge, leadership skills, and dedication to supporting children’s development make her an invaluable asset to our team, helping create a nurturing, inclusive, and inspiring environment for every child.
We are delighted to have Kate as a member of our team. She is a Level 2 qualified Early Years Practitioner with a wealth of experience and a genuine passion for supporting children’s growth and development. As a parent of two, Kate brings personal insight and empathy to her work, understanding how to adapt learning experiences to suit each child’s individual needs.
Kate has successfully supported children with diverse learning needs, including guiding a dyslexic child to overcome challenges and grow into a confident, independent, and fun-loving young adult. She is creative and engaging, with a love for storytelling, games, crafts, and imaginative play, all of which inspire curiosity and learning in the children she works with.
Her dedication, patience, and nurturing approach make her an invaluable part of our team, ensuring that every child feels supported, encouraged, and empowered to reach their full potential.
We are proud to have Ebony as part of our team. She is a Level 3 Qualified Practitioner with 13 years of experience working with children in a variety of settings. Her passion for childcare blossomed after having her second child, inspiring her to support and nurture young learners in meaningful ways.
She takes great joy in watching children achieve their goals and develop new skills, fostering confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Ebony brings dedication, patience, and enthusiasm to every interaction, creating a warm and encouraging environment where children feel supported and inspired to thrive.
We are delighted to have Tamzin as a valued member of the Little Bears team. She joined us in 2018, bringing over 16 years of experience as a Nursery Practitioner in other settings, where she gained her Level 2 qualification in childcare.
As a mother of two boys, Tamzin brings personal insight and understanding to her role, creating a warm and nurturing environment for all children. She is highly creative and passionate about craft activities, inspiring children to explore their imagination and develop their creative skills. Tamzin’s dedication, energy, and enthusiasm make her an integral part of our team, supporting children to learn, grow, and enjoy every day at nursery.
We are thrilled to have Kim as part of the Little Bears family, joining us in 2023. She brings a wealth of life experience and a genuine love for working with children, making her role both enjoyable and rewarding.
Kim is passionate about reading with children and taking the time to listen and engage with them. She also enjoys bringing the outdoors and natural resources into the classroom, encouraging creativity and exploration. Her enthusiasm, warmth, and dedication help create a nurturing and inspiring environment where children feel valued, supported, and motivated to learn.
Federica is known for her ever-present smile and her eagerness to take on new challenges and has recently completed her Level 3 childcare qualification. She has a warm and nurturing personality that instantly makes children feel safe, supported, and inspired to explore their creativity. Being bilingual, Federica opens doors for children to experience language learning and cultural enrichment, bringing a unique and valuable perspective to every activity she leads.
Federica is exceptionally creative and enjoys designing engaging craft projects that encourage children to express themselves and develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and imagination. She approaches every task with enthusiasm and patience, adapting activities to suit the interests and needs of each child. Beyond crafts, Federica fosters a positive and inclusive environment, helping children build confidence, social skills, and a love for learning.
Her energy, dedication, and genuine care make her an invaluable member of our team, and children and families alike benefit greatly from her creativity, warmth, and passion. Federica doesn’t just teach; she inspires, encourages, and makes every day an exciting adventure for the children in her care.
We are delighted to have Andrea as a valued member of our team. She is a highly skilled chef with many years of experience catering for children of all ages. Andrea’s warm and friendly personality has helped her quickly build strong connections with our children, engaging them through fun cooking activities while providing delicious, nutritious meals. Her passion for food and dedication to creating enjoyable dining experiences make her an integral part of our Little Bears family.
Frequently Asked Questions about Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village
What is the Age Range of Children that Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village accepts?
Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village Open?
Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.
How many Children does Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village have capacity for?
Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village has capacity for a total of 36 Children.
How far is Little Bears Day-Care - Whiteley Village to the centre of Walton-on-Thames?
2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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