Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools and The Hollies, invite families to ‘Come Camping With Us’ for their Autumn Open Day!
Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools and The Hollies, are opening their doors and inviting families from the local community to ‘Come Camping’ at their Autumn Open Day on Saturday 5 October.
Families will enjoy activities* such as Story Time and S’mores around the campfire, navigating the camp site using the map, making play-dough hedgehogs, hot chocolate mice and tying knots! Children can even make their own binoculars and use them to spot the wildlife!
Fiona Blackwell, Operations Director commented, “We wanted to make our final open day of the year an experience for everyone to enjoy. Our ‘Come Camping with Us’ event will allow families to enjoy some camping activities in the comfort of the nursery environment and go on an adventure, using their maps to navigate to different activities. We hope everyone enjoys the day.”
The Autumn Open Day is being held across all sites on Saturday 5 October between 10:00 – 13:00 and the whole community is invited to attend. There is no need to book, just turn up! There will be indoor and outdoor activities, so it won’t be affected by the weather!
*activities vary at each site. Please contact your local nursery for more details.
Discover the magic of nature at our Autumn Open Day. Explore our outdoor play areas and experience our engaging camping-themed activities.
When: Saturday, 5 October 2024 between 10:00 – 13:00 Where: Find your nearest Happy Days here – https://happydaysnurseries.com/
Join us for a thrilling camping exploration at Happy Days Nurseries this October 5th! Our autumn themed event is designed to spark curiosity and ignite imaginations.
What to expect:
Outdoor adventures: Explore nature’s wonders with fun-filled activities like leaf hunts, campfire stories, and maybe even a bit of marshmallow roasting!
Creative explorations: Engage in hands on crafts inspired by the autumn season.
Sensory experiences: Discover the sights, sounds, and smells of autumn through interactive play.
This Open Day is perfect for families who want to experience the joy of learning and growth in a nurturing environment. Come and discover why Happy Days Nurseries is the ideal place for your child’s early years education.
It is also the perfect time for any new parents looking to secure a place for January 2025, to come and view their nurseries and learn more about government funded hours for working parents. Our friendly colleagues will be on hand to answer any questions about funding from how to access it, to the impact on fees.
No need to book, please drop in and have a day of fun on us!
Where: Find your nearest Happy Days Nursery
Call: 0800 783 3431
Email: enquiries@happydaysnurseries.com
Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools Raises Money for Children’s Hospice South West!
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Aug 29, 2024
Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools raise Money for Children’s Hospice South West with their Travel Challenge!
Nine Happy Days Nurseries across the South West and Wales are taking part in a ‘Travel Challenge’ this International Day of Charity to raise money for Children’s Hospice South West.
Happy Days Nurseries located in Bradley Stoke, Lyde Green, Exeter, Cheswick, Charlton Heights, Droitwich, Swindon, Yate & The Hollies in Cardiff are virtually walking/cycling around all 27 happy Days Nurseries. Colleagues, parents and children will all be taking part to walk/cycle a total of 1,471.4 miles within one week, starting on Thursday 5 September to recognise International Day of Charity.
International Day of Charity aims to raise awareness and give a platform to charity organisations around the world and this year, Happy Days are putting a spotlight on their chosen charity, Children’s Hospice South West.
For more than 30 years Children’s Hospice South West has been caring for children and young people with life-threatening and life-limiting conditions by providing hospice care and professional family support services. The care offered at each of their three hospices is not just about medical and nursing support for sick children and young people but enriching the lives of them and their whole family.
Sam Richardson, Early Years Operations Manager for these nine nurseries stated, “CHSW are a charity close to our hearts and we have been supporting them for several years now. This year, my sites wanted to mark International Day of Charity with a special challenge that everyone could get involved in and the Travel Challenge was set! We are aiming to raise as much money as possible for this worthy cause, whilst having lots of fun along the way!”
Discover the magic of nature at our Autumn Open Day. Explore our indoor and outdoor play areas and experience our engaging camping-themed activities.
What to Expect:
Let’s Grow: Get messy and explore the wonders of nature with autumn-themed planting and sensory activities.
Wanderlust: Embark on a mini-adventure filled with autumn leaves, scavenger hunts, and outdoor exploration.
Yoga : Stretch, breathe, and move your body like playful autumn animals in our fun yoga session.
Sing and Sign: Sing along to catchy songs with autumn signs, perfect for early communication and development.
Let’s Move: Get active with our autumn obstacle course and playful movement activities.
Benefits of Our Curriculum:
Engages young minds and bodies through interactive, hands-on learning.
Promotes social interaction and teamwork in a fun, autumnal setting.
Sparks creativity and imagination with stimulating activities.
Nurtures a love for learning through play and exploration.
This Open House is perfect for families who:
Want to see our curriculum brought to life with an autumn theme.
Seek a stimulating and active learning environment for their child.
Value the importance of play-based learning for early development.
Our ‘Come Camping with Us’ event will allow families to enjoy some camping activities in the comfort of the nursery environment and go on an adventure, using their maps to navigate to different activities. We hope everyone enjoys the day.
The Autumn Open Day is being held across all sites on Saturday 5 October between 10:00 – 13:00 and the whole community is invited to attend. There is no need to book, just turn up! There will be indoor and outdoor activities, so it won’t be affected by the weather!
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Yate are opening their doors for their March Open Day, celebrating British Science Week and raising funds for Children’s Hospice South West
The nursery team at Happy Days Yate, is looking forward to welcoming families into its nursery for the first open day of 2024! On 23 March 2024, doors will open between 10:00 – 13:00 and all are welcome, new and existing parents, friends, family, and the local community. There will be lots of fun activities for all ages!
With British Science Week 2024 upon us, the open day will include a host of science, technology, engineering, and maths activities around the theme of ‘Time’. It is the 30th Anniversary of British Science Week and they are celebrating this milestone by thinking about time since the week began and looking to the future!
It is also the perfect time for any new parents looking to secure a place for April 2024, to come and view their nurseries and learn more about the new government funded hours for working parents with children aged 2. Their friendly colleagues will be on hand to answer any questions about funding from how to access it, to the impact on fees. There will also be a special offer for any new parent that enrols on the day!
No need to book, please drop in!
It’s More Than Just Play – June Open Day 2024!
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May 24, 2024
It’s More Than Just Play!
Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools are inviting parents to join them at one of their nurseries for their Summer Open Day, It’s More Than Just Play!
Parents will be able to discover how play is at the heart of our innovative “Where Children Shine” early years curriculum, providing opportunities for children to learn, explore, and discover while attending nursery. The curriculum values children as unique, strong, and resilient individuals and recognises that play is a fundamental aspect of a child’s learning and development.
The open day is being held across all sites* on 22 June 2024, 10:00 – 13:00, and is the perfect opportunity to celebrate our colleagues and all that they do to ensure all children have the best possible start in life, enabling them to reach their full potential in becoming strong and motivated learners for life.
During the open day families will:
· Experience interactive activities for children to explore and learn through play
· Learn from our experienced nursery team about the benefits of play-based learning
· See firsthand how our curriculum fosters a love of learning in a nurturing environment
· Gain valuable insights on how play sets the stage for an exceptional start in life for your child
· Learn more about the government support available to help with the cost of childcare
Everyone in the local community is invited to attend along with our current parents, their friends and family. There is no need to book, just turn up.
We look forward to seeing you there. To find your local nursery, visit: https://happydaysnurseries.com/find-a-nursery/
*excluding Droitwich who are holding their on Saturday 6 July 2024, 10:00 -13:00
It’s More Than Just Play! Summer Nursery Open Days At Happy Days Nurseries!
(Happy Days Droitwich will be hosting their Open Day July 6th)
Is play just fun and games? Not quite! Join us for our exciting Open Day and discover how play is at the heart of our innovative “Where Children Shine” early years curriculum.
What to expect:
– Interactive activities for children to explore and learn through play.
– Learn from our experienced nursery team about the benefits of play-based learning.
– See first-hand how our curriculum fosters a love of learning in a nurturing environment.
– Gain valuable insights on how play sets the stage for an exceptional start in life for your child.
The benefits of play-based learning help children to become:
– Strong and Confident Communicators
– Resilient and Motivated Individuals
– Healthy Independent Explorers
– Inquisitive and Ambitious Thinkers
This Open Day is perfect for families who:
– Want to see a high-quality early learning program in action.
– Believe in the importance of play for their child’s development.
– Are interested in enrolling their child in a stimulating and nurturing environment.
– Don’t miss out on this opportunity to discover the power of play!
It is also the perfect time for any new parents looking to secure a place for September 2024, to come and view their nurseries and learn more about the new government funded hours for working parents. Our friendly colleagues will be on hand to answer any questions about funding from how to access it, to the impact on fees.
No need to book, please drop in!
Where: Find your nearest Happy Days Nursery
Call: 0800 783 3431
Email: enquiries@happydaysnurseries.com
Early Years Recruitment Event!
Due to fantastic growth in occupancy we are Recruiting at Yate, Bristol! Join us at Happy Days Yate on July 11th to discuss career opportunities!
When: Thursday 11th July | 5pm-8pm
Where: Happy Days Yate
A career in childcare empowers you to inspire a generation of children, who will shape the world’s future. What other industry sees you becoming a train driver, doctor, astronaut, rocket, and gardener in one day?
Come along to this informal recruitment event and meet the Nursery Team, and discuss the current vacancies at Happy Days Nursery Yate.
Inspire their future, inspire your future, with a career in childcare.
📍 Where: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School Dowsell Way Yate Bristol BS37 7EB
☎ Call: 01454 540006
📩 Email: yate@happydaysnurseries.com
It’s More Than Just Play! Summer Nursery Open Days at Happy Days Nurseries
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Mar 06, 2024
Happy Days Nurseries opened their doors for their ‘It’s More Than Just Play’ Open Day discovering how play is at the heart of our innovative “Where Children Shine” early years curriculum.
The open day included a host of Interactive activities for children to explore and learn through play.
Happy Days Nursery in Yate Officially Opens its Doors with Deputy Mayor
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Feb 27, 2024
On Thursday, February 22nd, Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools officially opened their new nursery in Yate, welcoming Deputy Mayor Councillor Ben Nutland for the ceremony. Deputy Mayor Nutland toured the setting, met the happy staff, and delivered remarks praising the beautiful environment and exciting learning opportunities offered to the children.
The highlight of the ceremony was the ribbon-cutting, where some of the children, proudly waving flags, assisted Deputy Mayor Nutland.
“We are thrilled to finally open our doors and welcome the Yate community to our new, state-of-the-art nursery,” said Kim Herbert, Managing Director for Happy Days. “This space is designed to nurture and inspire young minds, and we are confident that children will thrive here.”
Deputy Mayor Nutland commented, “The nursery is truly impressive, from the stimulating learning spaces to the beautiful outdoor area. I am excited to see this fantastic facility flourish and contribute to the Yate community.”
Happy Days Yate is now accepting enrolments and invites families to attend an Open Day on 2 March between 10am to 1pm, to experience the nursery firsthand. For more information or to schedule a tour, visit www.happydaysnurseries.com/our-nurseries/yate/ .