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Nuffy Bear Day Nursery is situated on the site of Nuffield Health’s Fitness and Well-being gym on Medway Valley leisure park. It offers childcare and early education to children aged 3 months to 5 years. This new site has a separate baby unit for up to 18 months -2 year old children. The Toddler and Pre-school room share the larger room. The Nursery will open from 8am to 6pm.
The Nursery vision is to provide a 'Healthy start for your little ones', through a safe, warm and stimulating environment for all children to play, learn and develop freely, creating independent and confident children. The nursery champions health, to give every child the best start in life.
The nurturing staff go above and beyond to enable each child to develop in all areas and reach their potential. Once your child attends Pre-school, they can participate in swimming pool sessions, where they can gain confidence in the water through the Duckling programme.
Nuffy Bear Medway benefits from an enclosed outdoor garden, newly refurbished Nursery with new resources, home cooked food, free gym membership with every full time Nursery place, 10% sibling discount and £100 to £250 off your nursery invoice when recommending a friend. Once their child starts attending the nursery, the discount will be deducted from your next invoice. Children aged 3 years old will be offered swimming lessons each week.
Parents are supported by an inviting nursery, within which their child can flourish and join in with a wide range of natural resources and exciting creative activities.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearAttendance patterns offered
All Year
Minimum attendance
- 2 days per week
Full days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup / Owner
- Nuffy Bear Day Nurseries
- Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned
Person in charge
- Katy Polwarth (Nursery Manager)
Admission Information
- Fully open now
Number of Childcare Staff
- 8
Registered Charity Number
- 205533
Total Places for Children
- 30
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
YesMeal Types Provided
Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch, Snacks
Consumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday08:00-18:00
- Tuesday08:00-18:00
- Wednesday08:00-18:00
- Thursday08:00-18:00
- Friday08:00-18:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
Parking
- Ample free parking.
Funding & Fees
Typical monthly cost for a 3-days place
£413/ month
Calculated from data given to us by this nursery. Your final quote may vary slightly.
Averaged monthly figure. Actual billing varies; some nurseries bill weekly or by use.Defaults shown
9 months to 2 years • 3-days • 30 hours funding • all year
How this price scales (per month)
2 days per week
£275
3 days per week
£413
5 days per week
£1,093
Adjust for your situation
What this price covers
- Standard chargeable day 8:00am to 6:00pm (10 hours)
- 30 funded hours used per week.
- Included in this price: Breakfast, Dinner / Tea, Lunch and Snacks
- You may need to provide everyday consumables, such as nappies, wipes and sun cream
Price without government funding: £1,021 / month (£79 / day)
If you're not eligible or haven't claimed funded hours.More info
- £608/month more than the funded price.
- This is what you'd pay if your child is under 9 months, or if you're not eligible for or haven't claimed funded hours.
About this price
How funding is applied, how the monthly figure is calculated.More info
- Working parents of children aged 9 months to 2 years can usually claim up to 30 funded hours a week. The working-parent hours depend on each parent meeting the minimum earnings rules and earning under £100,000 a year. This nursery stretches funded hours across 38 weeks of the year. You've selected 30 funded hours.
- This nursery applies up to 10 funded hours per day, stretched across 38 weeks of the year. With your selected funding, 30 hours are covered each week. Hours beyond this, including the early and late parts of the day, are charged at the standard rate.
- We work out the total cost across the year and divide by 12, so the figure shown is a smoothed monthly average. In practice, nurseries bill in different ways. Some bill monthly at this average. Others bill weekly, or charge for what happened that week or month, which can vary across the year. Confirm billing details with the nursery when you enquire.
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Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway Reviews (26)
Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.773) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway has 26 reviews.
Our 11 month old son started a few weeks ago and we have been very impressed. The staff are very caring and everyone knows his name even if they don't work in his room. We get updates on when he's slept and what he has eaten via the app and we are directly spoken to at the end of the day about his...
Our 11 month old son started a few weeks ago and we have been very impressed. The staff are very caring and everyone knows his name even if they don't work in his room. We get updates on when he's slept and what he has eaten via the app and we are directly spoken to at the end of the day about his day. If he goes in unsettled someone will update us shortly after to let us know how he is. We like that the nursery is small and all the children are happy and smiley.
We are delighted to hear that your son has settled in well and that you have had such a positive experience during his first few weeks with us. Building strong relationships with our children and families is incredibly...
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review.We are delighted to hear that your son has settled in well and that you have had such a positive experience during his first few weeks with us. Building strong relationships with our children and families is incredibly important to us, so it is lovely to know that you feel well informed and supported through the updates on the app and our daily handovers.
Our daughter started at Nuffy Bear Nursery in April 2025, just after turning two, and we couldn't be happier.
All of the Nuffy team are so warm, caring and attentive. They really went above and beyond to help her settle in. We're so grateful for the support and regular development updates, and...
Our daughter started at Nuffy Bear Nursery in April 2025, just after turning two, and we couldn't be happier.
All of the Nuffy team are so warm, caring and attentive. They really went above and beyond to help her settle in. We're so grateful for the support and regular development updates, and the added swimming and fitness classes when she turns 3 are such a great bonus which she is already very excited about!
Our daughter's confidence and development have come on so much since joining, and we feel incredibly lucky and grateful to have found such a wonderful nursery.
Thank you for your review. I'm happy that your daughter settled in so quickly. We are looking forward to her joining in with the swimming lessons and the active physical classes. We have lots more planned for her on top of this!
I would appreciate a bit more consistency in information provided in the app I.e activities done, food given etc.
I would appreciate a bit more consistency in information provided in the app I.e activities done, food given etc.
Thank you for your review and for your suggestions. We are focusing more on the feedback regarding food and the menu now and this is something we will be continuing to do going forward. We have lots of fun activities planned to stretch children's learning in the future and these will be captured on the app, with photos and observations.
It is an absolutely lovely nursery that gave me peace of mind as a mom and my kids absolutely love it there. They especially enjoy going to the garden to play with the bicycles and their friends.. no regrets whatsoever!!
It is an absolutely lovely nursery that gave me peace of mind as a mom and my kids absolutely love it there. They especially enjoy going to the garden to play with the bicycles and their friends.. no regrets whatsoever!!
Thank you for your reply. It has been a pleasure to see how both of your children have flourished during their time with us. They have really showed their personalities now and have learnt so much. Their development in all areas of learning has been incredible!
My child has been going to this nursery for over 2 years now & I have always been more than happy with the care provided. Really helpful and supportive. My second child will definitely be attending this nursery.
My child has been going to this nursery for over 2 years now & I have always been more than happy with the care provided. Really helpful and supportive. My second child will definitely be attending this nursery.
Thank you for your review. We are pleased that your son enjoys his time with us and we have watched him progress in all areas of learning. We will be delighted to settle your new arrival in next year. Congratulations to you all!
My son now runs into nursery and has great bonds there.
My son now runs into nursery and has great bonds there.
Thank you for your review. It is lovely to see how your son has progressed during his time here. He is more engaged in activities now and thoroughly enjoys his days with us!
When your child spends majority of his time of the day in the nursery, you expect it to be a natural transition for him/her.
My son...
When your child spends majority of his time of the day in the nursery, you expect it to be a natural transition for him/her.
My son looks forward to going in and gets all the love, care and attention from the teachers not just from baby room, but from toddler room too.
The teachers are so caring, go over beyond. They helped my son in helping him in self feeding , walking and along the biggest milestone.
My lil one started when he was 9months old.
Can be daunting if at those early years they are away from parents, but it felt home away from home and truly so grateful.
Big Thanks to 3 staff members in particular for being the most amazing teachers and all others the list can go on.
Keep up the great work .
Thank you for your review. We like to offer the personal approach to all of our families and we strive to get information for their likes and dislikes to enable them to settle in quickly. We have lots of new experiences planned for him as he transitions to toddler room during the next few months.
Transitioning our daughter to a new nursery felt daunting after her childminder closed, but Nuffy Bears has been a wonderful experience. Four months in, they've helped her settle in seamlessly, offering an incredibly supportive & welcoming environment. Every day, our daughter comes home happy &...
Transitioning our daughter to a new nursery felt daunting after her childminder closed, but Nuffy Bears has been a wonderful experience. Four months in, they've helped her settle in seamlessly, offering an incredibly supportive & welcoming environment. Every day, our daughter comes home happy & full of stories. She's made lovely friendships & formed strong bonds with the staff, especially her key workers, who show remarkable dedication & care. It's clear they genuinely love what they do & are committed to each child's well-being. Her favorite activity has been Funky Fitness, sparking excitement & promoting physical development in an engaging way. We're also looking forward to her starting swimming lessons in September, showcasing the diverse experiences that Nuffy Bears offers. Overall, Nuffy Bears has been exceptional. We're grateful for their nurturing care & professionalism, ensuring our daughter is in capable hands. We wholeheartedly recommend Nuffy Bears for a nursery.
Thank you for your review. I am so pleased that your daughter settled in so well and that she loves to engage with all activities offered to her.
Our expererience at Nuffy Bear has been exceptional. Our daughter never hesitates to go and comes home with plenty of stories filled with joy and excitment. She also enjoys the swimming, going to the gym studio and all the messy play they do. I feel confident saying goodbye to my daughter knowing...
Our expererience at Nuffy Bear has been exceptional. Our daughter never hesitates to go and comes home with plenty of stories filled with joy and excitment. She also enjoys the swimming, going to the gym studio and all the messy play they do. I feel confident saying goodbye to my daughter knowing shes in good hands for the day.
Thank you for your review. We are striving to expand all areas of learning for our setting, to continue to encourage involvement and new learning opportunities for all children.
As a first-time mum, I was nervous about finding the right nursery, but Nuffy Bear Nursery in Medway has been amazing. From our first visit, the friendly and professional staff put me at ease, and my 1-year-old loves going there. The nursery is warm and welcoming, with great activities that support...
As a first-time mum, I was nervous about finding the right nursery, but Nuffy Bear Nursery in Medway has been amazing. From our first visit, the friendly and professional staff put me at ease, and my 1-year-old loves going there. The nursery is warm and welcoming, with great activities that support my child's development.
The staff are caring, and it's clear they truly enjoy what they do. I'm so relieved to have found such a safe and nurturing environment. I highly recommend Nuffy Bear Nursery to any parents in the area.
Thank you for your review. We offer that personal approach to every child and family here at Nuffy Bear. Every child is treated as an individual and activities are planned carefully to enable them to achieve their next steps in learning.
I cannot recommend Nuffy Bear enough! My youngest daughter started in September last year in the baby room and settled so much faster than I expected. The staff are so lovely and she adores them, she actually asks to go in when we are at swimming lessons at the weekend. One big difference between...
I cannot recommend Nuffy Bear enough! My youngest daughter started in September last year in the baby room and settled so much faster than I expected. The staff are so lovely and she adores them, she actually asks to go in when we are at swimming lessons at the weekend. One big difference between Nuffy Bear and my elder daughter's nursery is staff retention. Our youngest daughter has had the same staff in the baby room since she started which I think is so important when they are settling in.
The setting itself is new, modern, clean and well thought out with a lovely garden area. Whilst our youngest daughter is too young at the moment, the swimming and exercise classes that the older children get to take part in are a real differentiator with other nurseries in the area.
We are so happy that our youngest daughter is getting such a wonderful experience of nursery and would highly recommend this to other parents.
Thank you for your review. The ethos at Nuffy Bear is to offer the healthiest start to all children. The team use this to plan many activities to encourage participation in all age groups. We have lots more in store for your daughter!
We love how personable the nursery has always been and it has never changed throughout the time we have been there. The team are incredible and everything the nursery does and provides is more...
We love how personable the nursery has always been and it has never changed throughout the time we have been there. The team are incredible and everything the nursery does and provides is more than you can imagine.
Amazing nursery we can never thank the team enough for everything they do.
Thank you for your review of the Nursery. We do try and meet every child's needs as they are all individuals! It's great to see how the children are making such amazing progress in their areas of learning.
The staff communicate...
The staff communicate well and really friendly at drop off and pick up.
Moving from London I didn't think we would get the same quality of care and education but it's just as good. Highly recommended.
Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad that your son settled in so well and is learning new things every day. We have lots of things planned for him to continue his learning journey with us.
My two-year-old son has been attending the nursery since Jan 2024 and settled in very quickly, thanks to all the efforts made by the team. He loves his key worker and the other staff, and enjoys garden time the most. The nursery has been amazing in making him feel safe and looked after, I really...
My two-year-old son has been attending the nursery since Jan 2024 and settled in very quickly, thanks to all the efforts made by the team. He loves his key worker and the other staff, and enjoys garden time the most. The nursery has been amazing in making him feel safe and looked after, I really can't thank the team enough.
Thank you for your review. It is great to see your son making progress and is showing his personality now has settled in so well.
I am so happy that we managed to get a space for our daughter at Nuffy Bear, Medway. Her key people and the whole team have been amazing! They have supported my daughter through her transition from baby room to toddlers and she has learnt so much during her time there. My daughter loves her nursery...
I am so happy that we managed to get a space for our daughter at Nuffy Bear, Medway. Her key people and the whole team have been amazing! They have supported my daughter through her transition from baby room to toddlers and she has learnt so much during her time there. My daughter loves her nursery days and they have made putting my first child into nursery and returning to work so much easier! Thank you for all your hard work... if you are local to this nursery, it's definitely a great choice.
Thank you for your review. She has settled in so well now she is in the toddler room and is always engaged in activities. We have lots more exciting things planned for her to support her in making further progress.
My son has attended Nuffy Bear Day Nursery for nearly two years. The care and attention taken to support both my son and me is outstanding. They are a group of brilliant professionals who go above and beyond to make the children's experience varied and exciting every day. Would highly recommend to...
My son has attended Nuffy Bear Day Nursery for nearly two years. The care and attention taken to support both my son and me is outstanding. They are a group of brilliant professionals who go above and beyond to make the children's experience varied and exciting every day. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a nursery.
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased to see him making good progress in all areas and we have lots more planned for his future.
My son goes to this nursey and the team are the best. They care for him so well and he loves going in every day. They give good feedback on how his day was and upload pictures on the app for parents to view with information. I will definitely recommend this nursery.
My son goes to this nursey and the team are the best. They care for him so well and he loves going in every day. They give good feedback on how his day was and upload pictures on the app for parents to view with information. I will definitely recommend this nursery.
Thank you very much for your review. We always strive to give the care and attention to every child, whilst providing activities to help them to achieve their next steps in learning.
My daughter has been with the nursery since March 2024 so we are only a few months in but so far I would 100%recommend the nursery to other parents. I was so worried about leaving my daughter at a nursery but the staff were so good at reassuring me and updating me on her progress. They really took...
My daughter has been with the nursery since March 2024 so we are only a few months in but so far I would 100%recommend the nursery to other parents. I was so worried about leaving my daughter at a nursery but the staff were so good at reassuring me and updating me on her progress. They really took their time and helped her to settle in. I love it when I pick her up I get full updates and I can see her playing and enjoying her time. They are very honest and tell you if she is having a good or bad day which is nice to know you're always getting updated with the truth and not just what they think you would like to hear. The staff are so friendly and professional it's what made our decision to chose Nuffy Bears.
Thank you for your review. We are glad that she has settled in so quickly and she is making progress in all areas. We will continue to provide activities and areas for her to explore and discover.
Nuffy Bear Day Nursery have been nothing short of amazing since our son started there aged 9 months. His development has come on an incredible amount from the engaging interactions the staff give him on a constant basis. He had a medical emergency during his time at nursery and the staff could not...
Nuffy Bear Day Nursery have been nothing short of amazing since our son started there aged 9 months. His development has come on an incredible amount from the engaging interactions the staff give him on a constant basis. He had a medical emergency during his time at nursery and the staff could not have been more attentive to him and went over and above to look after him. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Nuffy to parents/parents-to-be.
Thank you for your review. He has made lots of progress since joining us and we have lots planned to enable him to continue to learn and develop even further.
My son has been with the nursery since 2022 and he is very happy there. The staff are so friendly and caring; they are good at welcoming my son at drop-offs and giving me sufficient updates during pick-ups. I also feel like my son is receiving the right level of attention when he is there which...
The only thing I’d say is it would be nice to get more child-specific updates through the app during the day in real-time; whenever I have received updates via the app on what my son is getting up to, it is usually on his day off! So it would be nice to see those updates much more closer to real-time.
Overall, lovely clean good nursery and I would 100% recommend! Preschoolers also get to attend swimming which is a great addition.
Thank you for your feedback. We will work on approving observations each day so parents do receive them earlier.
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Awards / Recognitions (8)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: Nuffy Bear Day Nurseries
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Meet the Team (9)

Cache Level 3 Diploma for the children and young people workforce, Paediatric first aider, Designated safeguarding lead, and SENDCO.
Fun fact: Katy enjoys listening to live music and days out with her Daughter.

Level 3 Diploma in children's learning and development (Early Years Educator), Paediatric first aider.
Fun fact: Enjoys walks in the countryside.

Level 3 diploma for the children and young people's workforce (early years learning and childcare), Paediatric First Aider.
Fun Fact: Loves eating out at different restaurants.

Level 3 diploma in early learning and childcare (Early years educator), paediatric first aider.
Fun Fact: Loves watching football.

Level 3 diploma for the early years practitioner (Early years educator), paediatric first aider.
Fun Fact: Loves going to the sign language choir.

Level 3 diploma in childcare and education.
Cassie enjoys playing football.

Level 3 qualification in childcare and education. Also holds a certificate in paediatric first aid.
Fun Fact: Spending time with her family and swimming.

Studying Childcare and Education - to become a nursery practitioner
Fun fact - A cheerleader for the England team!

Level 3 Early Years Educator, Paediatric first aider.
Fun Fact: Lilly enjoys watching films and going shopping.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway
What is the Age Range of Children that Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway accepts?
Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway Open?
Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway 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 Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway have capacity for?
Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway has capacity for a total of 30 Children.
How far is Nuffy Bear Day Nursery at Medway to the centre of Rochester?
1.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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