# Mama Bear's Day Nursery

Mama Bear's Day Nursery is a full-day nursery at The Exchange, Express Park, Bridgwater, TA6 4RR, in Chilton Trinity, Somerset. It is registered for 80 children. It opens 07:30–18:00, Mon–Fri. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in October 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025. It has a Google rating of 4.2 from 5 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Mama Bear's Day Nursery Ltd.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/mama-bears-day-nursery-2581792  
Last checked 13 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: The Exchange, Express Park, Bridgwater, TA6 4RR
- Opening hours: 07:30–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 80
- Phone: 01278 445589
- Website: https://mamabear.co.uk/nurseries/somerset
- Run by: [Mama Bear's Day Nursery Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/mama-bears-day-nursery-ltd)
- Ofsted URN: 2581792

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 23 October 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Inspection history:

- 23 October 2023: Ofsted inspection, Good
- 1 November 2022: Ofsted inspection, Requires improvement

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2581792

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since May 2020 (Reference 2581792). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2581792)
- Inspections on record: 2 inspections (latest 23 October 2023). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2581792)
- Registered places: 80 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2581792)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 12 May 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/69739)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 07:30–18:00

## Getting there

Address: The Exchange, Express Park, Bridgwater, TA6 4RR

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.145281,-2.992003

- 3 bus stops within 400 m

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 4.2 out of 5 from 5 reviews (as of 13 November 2026)

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowdown Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Report card (January 2026) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Eastover Primary School | Primary | 5–11 | School remains Good (May 2023) |  | 1.0 miles |
| Bridgwater College Academy | All-through | 3–16 | Report card (March 2026) | yes | 1.0 miles |
| Northgate Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Report card (June 2026) | yes | 1.2 miles |
| St John and St Francis Church School | Primary | 4–11 | Good (May 2022) |  | 1.5 miles |
| Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (March 2026) |  | 1.6 miles |
| Wembdon St George's Church School | Primary | 4–11 | Report card (March 2026) |  | 1.7 miles |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater | Primary | 4–11 | Standards maintained (February 2025) |  | 1.7 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Future Stars Coaching at Willowdown Primary School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/future-stars-coaching-at-willowdown-primary-school-2872335) |  |  |  | 0.5 miles |
| [Sunbeams Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/sunbeams-nursery-ey472845) | Good |  |  | 0.6 miles |
| [Butterflies Day Nursery @ Woodlands](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/butterflies-day-nursery-woodlands-2567045) | Good |  | 07:30–17:30 | 0.7 miles |
| [Rainbow Pre School Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/rainbow-pre-school-playgroup-ey294245) | Good |  |  | 0.9 miles |
| [Bridgwater College Childcare Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bridgwater-college-childcare-centre-142750) | Outstanding |  | 08:00–17:30 | 1.1 miles |
| [Kids N Co Dragons Playgroup](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kids-n-co-dragons-playgroup-142898) | Good |  |  | 1.2 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Mama Bear's Day Nursery's opening hours?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery opens 07:30–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### What is Mama Bear's Day Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Mama Bear's Day Nursery Good at its inspection on 23 October 2023, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can Mama Bear's Day Nursery take?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 80 children at any one time.

### Who runs Mama Bear's Day Nursery?

Mama Bear's Day Nursery is run by Mama Bear's Day Nursery Ltd, which runs 15 nurseries.

### What is the nearest station to Mama Bear's Day Nursery?

Bridgwater is the nearest station we know of, 1.2 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Mama Bear's Day Nursery?

You can call 01278 445589 and visit mamabear.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2581792)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 13 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Mama+Bear%27s+Day+Nursery+Express+Park%2C+Bridgwater&query_place_id=ChIJSUaDFCYHckgRCmmGZtevOdg)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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