We’re proud to share that Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools has grown to 43 settings following the acquisition of Boys & Girls Nursery, an exciting step forward in our continued expansion.
Boys & Girls Nursery operates four well established settings across Hertfordshire and Greater London; Croxley Green, Stanmore, Rickmansworth and Watford, and has been delivering high-quality childcare for more than 15 years.
This acquisition is a strong fit for us, with both organisations sharing similar values and a commitment to nurturing, educating and inspiring children to become confident, lifelong learners and valued members of their communities. Boys & Girls Nursery creates engaging environments that encourage creativity, curiosity and imagination, an approach that closely reflects our own.
We’re pleased to confirm that all existing staff teams will remain in place, ensuring continuity for children and families. We look forward to working alongside our new colleagues and getting to know the communities they serve, as we continue to support every child’s development and enjoyment of learning.
Our Chief Executive Officer, Kim Herbert, said: “We are delighted to welcome Boys & Girls Nursery Group into the Happy Days family. Their commitment to high-quality care and education aligns closely with our vision of giving every child the best possible start in life. We look forward to spending time in our new nurseries, getting to know our colleagues, families and local communities.”
Natasha Kirby, outgoing owner of Boys & Girls Nursery, said: “We received a number of strong offers, reflecting the quality and reputation of our group. After careful consideration, we chose Happy Days because we believe they are the right fit for our children, families and team. Their values closely mirror our own, and we are confident they will build on the strong foundations we’ve created while ensuring a smooth and positive transition.”
Marcia Viccars, M&A Director at Happy Days, added: “This is an exciting step for Happy Days as we continue to grow our family of nurseries. Boys & Girls has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality early years education, and we’re proud to welcome their talented teams, children and families into our organisation. We look forward to building on this strong foundation together.”
We’re excited about the future and the opportunity to continue delivering high-quality early years experiences for even more children and families.