Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Nottingham Childcare Provider
Established in 1984, Bear Care Day Nurseries has been a family-run business dedicated to providing high-quality childcare and early years education across Nottinghamshire. With three nurseries in Arnold, Carlton & Gedling, and Stapleford, we offer a warm, nurturing environment where children aged 3 months to 11 years can explore, learn, and develop at their own pace. Our fully qualified staff implement carefully planned programmes aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage, ensuring each child receives individualised attention through key person assignments. We maintain rigorous safety standards with secure facilities, double-entry systems, and comprehensive staff training in paediatric first aid and safeguarding.As active members of the National Day Nurseries Association, we combine decades of experience with continuous professional development to uphold our reputation for excellence. Our flexible services include full-day care, sessional options, and out-of-school clubs with transportation to local schools, supported by government funding eligibility and childcare voucher acceptance. Through transparent communication and parental partnerships, we strive to create a home-from-home atmosphere where children feel confident and secure while building essential social and educational foundations.
Services
Day Nursery
Out of School Club
Early Years Education
School Transportation
Holiday Care
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 38 years of continuous operation with expert childcare professionals
- Purpose-built facilities with dedicated age-specific learning spaces
- Secure double-entry systems and comprehensive safeguarding protocols
- Government-funded childcare options for eligible families
- Daily access to outdoor play areas with weather-protected canopies
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- National Day Nurseries Association
What people say
Warm friendly atmosphere
Expert physical care
Carefully planned activities
Secure environment
Excellent staff training
Services
Day Nursery
Our day nurseries provide comprehensive childcare for children aged 3 months to 11 years. Each purpose-built facility features age-specific learning zones, secure outdoor play areas, and qualified staff implementing Early Years Foundation Stage curricula. Services include full-day care, morning/afternoon sessions, and government-funded options.
Out of School Club
We offer before and after school care with transportation to local schools. Our out-of-school club provides structured activities, homework support, and supervised play in safe environments. Services operate during term time and school holidays with flexible booking options.
Early Years Education
Our early years education programmes follow national standards while offering individualised learning plans. Through play-based activities and key person systems, we develop language, numeracy, and social skills. All staff hold relevant childcare qualifications with regular safeguarding training updates.
School Transportation
We provide safe school transportation using nursery vehicles with child safety seats. Fully qualified drivers with clean licences ensure secure pick-up and drop-off services. Transportation covers multiple local schools with scheduled morning and afternoon routes.
Holiday Care
Our holiday club operates during school breaks with flexible attendance options. Children enjoy themed activities, local trips, and access to extensive play facilities. Services include full-day care with meals, available at discounted rates for regular attendees.
People
Janet Budden
Owner
Former primary school teacher with 38 years' experience in childcare. Founded Bear Care in 1984 and remains actively involved in daily operations across all nurseries. Holds NVQ4 qualification in childcare and development.
Arnold Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager
NVQ4 qualified childcare professional overseeing daily operations at Arnold nursery. Implements educational programmes and staff training while maintaining Ofsted compliance standards.
Carlton Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager
Experienced early years educator managing Carlton & Gedling nursery. Ensures adherence to safeguarding protocols and coordinates transportation services to local schools.
Stapleford Nursery Manager
Nursery Manager
Qualified childcare specialist responsible for Stapleford nursery operations. Maintains sensory learning environments and coordinates holiday club activities.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We care for children aged 3 months to 11 years across our nurseries, with dedicated spaces for babies, toddlers, and pre-school children.
Are you Ofsted registered?
Yes, all our nurseries are Ofsted-registered with recent inspection reports available for review through our website links.
Do you offer government-funded childcare?
Eligible families can access 15 hours weekly funding for 38 weeks. We also accept childcare vouchers and provide fee calculations to maximise entitlements.
What safety measures are in place?
All nurseries have double-entry systems, secure fencing, visitor sign-in procedures, and staff trained in safeguarding and paediatric first aid.
Do you provide school transportation?
Yes, we operate nursery vehicles with child safety seats for school pick-up/drop-off covering local primary schools in all our service areas.
What happens during school holidays?
Our holiday club offers flexible care with themed activities, local trips, and access to play facilities from 7:30am-6:00pm Monday-Friday.
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