Allie Debowy

Hi, I’m the founder of Three Bears Childcare 🐻

I first started Three Bears back in 2015, running it with a real passion for creating something special for children and families. In 2023, I made the decision to step back and invest in my own learning — completing my degree in Early Education and going on to study a Masters in Social Work.

That time has shaped my vision even more. I truly believe childcare can – and should – be different to what’s often available in larger nursery settings today.

For me, it’s about:

✨ Smaller, more personal environments where every child is truly known

✨ Mixed age groups that feel more like a family and support natural development

✨ Valuing staff properly – with good pay, ongoing training, and real investment in their wellbeing

✨ Offering flexible, ad-hoc care that actually works for modern family life

✨ Working holistically with families – because when childcare works for parents, it works better for the child too

Three Bears has always been about more than just childcare — it’s about building a supportive, nurturing community around each child and their family.

I’m so excited for what’s ahead 💛