Nanny Bears Childcare in Exeter (EX5 2JU)

About this day nursery

Nanny Bears Childcare, established in 2022, operates from a dedicated building within Greendale Farm near Exeter, offering a childcare setting for children aged 0-4 years. 45am to 6pm, the nursery provides a nurturing environment where children are happy and settled, forming strong bonds with kind and caring staff.

The setting follows the Hygge approach and received a rating of "Good" in its latest Ofsted inspection on 15th August 2024. The curriculum is ambitious, designed to challenge children and support their progress across all learning areas, fostering independence and resilience.

Children are encouraged to understand and express their emotions, contributing to good behaviour and positive interactions. Daily visits to the on-site farm provide exciting outdoor learning opportunities, allowing children to engage with real-life experiences and gain a deeper understanding of the wider world and animal care.

Toddlers and pre-school children benefit from sensory exploration activities, developing fine motor skills and vocabulary through practical tasks like cutting vegetables. While staff adeptly support children's understanding of healthy lifestyles through outdoor play and nutritious home-cooked meals, the setting is working on improving group times for better focus and developing strategies to support children who are less confident verbally.

Parents consistently praise the good communication and the positive, supportive atmosphere that helps their children to grow in confidence.

What it's like

Children are very happy and settled at the setting, forming close bonds with staff who are kind and caring. Staff plan an ambitious curriculum that helps children make good progress and develop independence and resilience. They also provide opportunities for children to understand and express their emotions.

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