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Mama Bear's Day Nursery # Mama Bear's Day Nursery in Paignton (TQ4 5BD) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2024) · 4.2 (5 parent reviews) · 4 Midvale Road, Paignton, TQ4 5BD · Torbay Number of places 65 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2024 Local authority Torbay About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Mama Bear's Day Nursery, an established childcare provider in the South West since 2004, is dedicated to offering outstanding and affordable childcare. With nurseries across Bristol, Somerset, and Devon, including locations in Paignton, the organisation prides itself on fostering an environment where children can thrive in a safe and happy setting. The nursery group has grown substantially based on its strong reputation for delivering high-quality early education to babies, toddlers, and preschool-aged children. They are committed to supporting families with various funding options to make childcare accessible. The team works diligently to ensure every child in their care receives the best possible start to their early learning journey, focusing on both development and well-being. What it's like Leaders have effectively addressed previous inspection actions, improving curriculum planning and implementation. Staff now monitor children's progress, helping them recall past knowledge and build existing skills. All children, including those needing additional support, make good progress and feel happy and secure, forming strong relationships with attentive staff. Established since 2004 Outstanding and affordable childcare Supports childcare funding initiatives ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://mamabear.co.uk/blog/ahoy-little-pirates) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Mama Bear's Day Nursery Last inspected 27 March 2024 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Leaders have effectively addressed previous inspection actions, improving curriculum planning and implementation. Staff now monitor children's progress, helping them recall past knowledge and build existing skills. All children, including those needing additional support, make good progress and feel happy and secure, forming strong relationships with attentive staff. Inspector highlights - Leaders have effectively addressed actions from the last inspection to improve curriculum planning and implementation. - Children are independent and learn to do things for themselves, such as babies lifting cups or pre-schoolers cleaning up spilled sand. - Staff support pre-school-aged children in using good manners and taking turns, promoting positive social interactions. - Pre-school-aged children develop a love of books and receive good support to extend their vocabulary. - Staff effectively support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities by providing clear instructions and countdowns. Areas to develop - 1 organise group times to motivate all toddlers to engage and further their learning - 2 develop toddlers' communication and language skills further to give them enough time to process their thoughts and respond to questions. Inspection #10319262 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50245996) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Mama Bear's Day Nursery Inspection date Mar 2024 Inspection no. 10319262 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50245996)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY457215) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=mama-bear-s-day-nursery-tq4-5bd-ey457215) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities effectively. For example, staff give children clear instructions when it is time to move on to another activity. They give children a countdown in minutes, so they know how much time they have left and what is coming next. Children respond positively to this and move on to the next activity smoothly. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of Mama Bear's Day Nursery 4.2 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIC9TH48XRMwK_LlRY34DTRL2VN4SBbxt3USSusBOhcztkhrg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Lynsey Kisala a year ago My daughter has settled in really well at this nursery and she has always found separation from me for nursery difficult in the past, so I have been so pleased that this has been smooth. The nursery staff are caring and supportive, and the flexicare option is helpful to avoid paying for planned leave from nursery. Thank you Amy and the rest of the Mama Bears team at Midvale Road. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR2LXJQS1N3EAE!2m1!1s0x486d1a996a4c8f03:0x1dd90ce2e703f64a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIMWU5dtKIGARXWQ6hnlKBPgT4L0eVPXbxUzZCLxD8VRY1V9w=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Cherise Gallagher a year ago Highly recommend this nursery. So understanding so caring my boy loves all the staff and they care about him so much and even care so much about the parents. If your a first time parent putting your little one in for the first time or even a parent with more kids this is the nursery I would say to put them in. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNMaU1qaVVREAE!2m1!1s0x486d1a996a4c8f03:0x1dd90ce2e703f64a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW2E4sUt4onXfsaT3A4ULmX2QUsbw1d7-Zl7fTdNOq3urGnTZIq=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Amy Cabble a year ago Lovely nursery, staff really friendly, little one always has a smile when I take him up to the babies area would recommend [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURQd3FxREJnEAE!2m1!1s0x486d1a996a4c8f03:0x1dd90ce2e703f64a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXNaqtwBNKPG7Z_rBGntBPghpPPQ8HIUGXyaOlJxhqxwCDgSLY=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) christine was 11 years ago Excellent Nursery! Always happy friendly staff and a great environment or your little ones! A++++++ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNRZ1BxRzdnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486d1a996a4c8f03:0x1dd90ce2e703f64a) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocL_M1kEOcY5PNh2QXdULH8jYrGp-KhS23i_dfU8KYV_-P4G=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Nguyen Kien 3 years ago Bad experience. Never try again [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUMtcElMbUZREAE!2m1!1s0x486d1a996a4c8f03:0x1dd90ce2e703f64a) Reviews from Google for Mama Bear's Day Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2150764465724061258&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2024 Date: July 2013 - March 2024 Good - October 2023 Inadequate - April 2022 Good - November 2021 Inadequate - July 2013 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Mama Bear's Day Nursery ### Is Mama Bear's Day Nursery suitable for under-twos? ### Does Mama Bear's Day Nursery have an Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees at Mama Bear's Day Nursery? ### Is Mama Bear's Day Nursery a private nursery? ### How does Mama Bear's Day Nursery support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at Mama Bear's Day Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Paignton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Mama Bear's Day Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton Paignton · TQ4 6BX ](/nursery/braeside-sunflowers-paignton-tq4-6bx-ey551320) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Muddy Wellies Nursery at YMCA Paignton · TQ4 6NX 4.5(34 reviews) ](/nursery/muddy-wellies-nursery-at-ymca-tq4-6nx-139449) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### St Pauls Second Steps Pre School Paignton · TQ3 2DZ ](/nursery/st-pauls-second-steps-pre-school-tq3-2dz-139472) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Roselands Community Nursery And Playschool Paignton · TQ4 7RH ](/nursery/roselands-community-nursery-and-playschool-tq4-7rh-ey541104) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Collaton St Mary Pre-School Paignton Paignton · TQ3 3YA ](/nursery/collaton-st-mary-pre-school-paignton-tq3-3ya-ey500114) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.6 mi ### Mama Bear's Day Nursery Paignton · TQ4 7EJ 3.2(11 reviews) ](/nursery/mama-bear-s-day-nursery-tq4-7ej-ey434985) [See all nurseries in Paignton →](/search?q=Paignton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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