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Wales – The Hollies

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About The Hollies
Nursery
Established in March 2002, The Hollies Daycare Nursery has long been recognised across Cardiff for its exceptional standards of childcare. Located in the heart of Canton, we’re proud to foster a love for the Welsh language and culture, creating a strong bridge between home and nursery life.
In May 2023, The Hollies joined the Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools family, bringing fresh investment and an exciting new chapter for our nursery. We’ve recently undergone a major refurbishment, transforming both our indoor spaces and garden to provide the very best environment for learning, exploration, and play.
Inside, families are welcomed into a calm, friendly atmosphere supported by excellent facilities including parking, disabled access, and thoughtfully designed learning spaces. Our experienced team – who have stayed with us through our transition – remain deeply committed to delivering outstanding bilingual care. Welsh is woven naturally into our day through songs, stories, incidental conversation, and visual displays, and we are proud to be signed up to the Welsh Promise to embed the language further into daily nursery life.
Outdoors, our newly redeveloped garden offers exciting opportunities for active learning, imaginative play, and age-appropriate challenges – all in a safe and stimulating setting. At The Hollies, we provide more than just childcare – we offer a nurturing space where your child can grow, belong, and shine.
Features
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Before/After School Club
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Holiday Club
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Meals & Snacks
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Outdoor Provision
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Parking
How to find us
Contact Us
02920 378 177 Email Us hollies@happydaysnurseries.com 9 Sanatorium Road,Canton,
Cardiff,
CF11 8DG
Opening Times
Monday – Friday 8am to 6pmGeneral Enquiries
Existing parents can call the nursery
direct/email direct
Meet The Manager
Tracey Jones
I’m Tracey and I have over 18 years Early Years experience. Starting off at the Hollies as a nursery assistant, I gained my NVQ level 3 and 5 during my role as a practitioner. I have been a part of The Hollies team for over 18 years. I am a firm believer that children should be given the best start in life and allow them to learn at their own pace in a warm, fun and homely environment.
Tracey ydw i a mae gen i dros 18 mlynedd o brofiad yn y blynyddoedd cynnar. Dechrau bant yn gweithio yn y meithrinfa fel cynorthwyydd, cael cymhwyster level 3 a 5 tra yn ymarfewr. Rwyf wedi bod yn rhan o meithrinfa Hollies ers 20 mlynedd a credu’n gryf bod pob plentyn a’r hawl i’r dechrau gorau yn ei bywydau a’r cyfle i ddysgu yn e’i ffordd ei hunan, mewn meithrin sydd mor debyg ar cartref a phosib.
Take a Virtual Tour of The Hollies!
Step inside our beautifully refurbished nursery from the comfort of your own home. Join one of our friendly team members as they guide you through each room, giving you an exclusive look at our vibrant learning spaces, cosy areas, and everything in between. Along the way, you’ll discover how we support children’s development through exciting activities, explore our mealtime routines, and get all the need-to-know information about life at The Hollies.
Our Unique Curriculum
Happy Days has developed an ambitious, broad and balanced Early Years Curriculum titled “Where Children Shine”. It provides opportunities for children to learn, explore and discover, whilst attending a Happy Days Nursery.

Upcoming Open Days

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Join us for Hollies Fest at Cardiff on 21st June! Music, crafts & fun for under 5s at our nurseries. No booking needed—just pop in!

Join us for Happy Days Fest on 21st June! Music, crafts & fun for under 5s at our nurseries. No booking needed—just pop in!

The Hollies Daycare have been raising money for local charity Noah’s Ark, where children and families are at the heart of everything they do.

The Hollies is thrilled to have opened it’s newly refurbished doors to the public. To celebrate, The Hollies held an Open Day!
The Hollies Daycare Nursery based in Cardiff is extremely excited to announce they are currently undergoing a huge refurbishment.

Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools are opening their doors and inviting families from the local community to ‘Come Camping’ at their Autumn Open Day on Saturday 5 October.

Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools raise Money for Children’s Hospice South West with their Travel Challenge!
We wanted to increase our Welsh within our daily routine and contacted NDNA Cymru. A meeting was set up and we heard about Camau through the Welsh promise, and this is why we decided to get some staff on the training.
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Nutrition

Happy Days has been awarded the Quality Mark by the Early Years Alliance in recognition of its commitment to excellent nutrition practices. The Alliance’s Nutrition Support Programme helps improve future health outcomes for young children by setting high standards for nutrition in early years settings, offering tailored support from experienced nutritionists and dietitians.
Please see examples of our seasonal menus and download recipes which you can make at home.
Sample Menus
Happy Days Menu : Spring/Summer
Breakfast
Choice of Weetabix, rice crispies, cornflakes, and wholemeal toast with butter /dairy free alternative Milk or water to drink
Morning Snack
Fruit bowl (three seasonal options) Milk or water to drink
Lunch
Cauliflower and broccoli macaroni cheese (V), Seasonal fruit salad
Tea
Soft cheese wraps (V) or ham wraps with vegetable sticks with broad bean hummus Fruit bowl (three seasonal options) Milk or water to drink
Download MenuComplementary Feeding Menu : Spring/Summer
Breakfast (6 months)
Choice of suitably prepared porridge, cereal or baby rice
Lunch (6 months)
Courgette, carrot and lentil puree
Tea (6 months)
Yoghurt and peach puree
Breakfast (7-12 months)
Choice of Weetabix, Rice Krispies, Cornflakes and wholemeal toast with butter/dairy free alternative Milk or water to drink
Lunch (7-12 months)
Pasta primavera (V), Peach ripple
Tea (7-12 months)
Jacket Potato with tuna mayo or cheese (V) accompanied with cucumber sticks Fruit bowl (three seasonal options) Milk or water to drink
Download MenuRecipes
Bread Roll Making
Ingredients
500g white/wholemeal bread flour
1 sachet of dried yeast
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
275-300 ml water
Extra flour and oil for duringand brushing
Pinch of salt
Equipment
Mixing bowl suitable for your child
Sieve
Tablespoon
Teaspoon
Mixing spoon
Cling film
Measuring jug
Scales
Pastry brush
Scissors
Baking tray and wire rack
Directions
1. Weigh the flour and sieve into mixing bowl
2. Add the salt and dried yeast, spoon in the oil, add the water
3. Mix the oil and water into the flour with the wooden spoon until the dough issoft but not sticky. If it is too wet, add some more flour, if it is too dry add a bitmore water.
4. Turn the dough onto a board or a clean work surface
5. Knead by pulling and rolling the dough backwards and forwards
6. Keep kneading for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and springy
7. Put back into the mixing bowl and cover with an oiled piece of cling film
8. Leave the dough in a warm place for at least an hour until it has doubled insize and feels spongy (The cling film allows you and your child to watch whatis happening!)
9. Tip the dough out onto the board or clean surface and knead for a minute or two.
10. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes at 200C
Download RecipesVegetable Soup
Ingredients:
2 Carrots
2 Parsnips
1 Onion
1 pint of water
2 low salt vegetable stock cubes
Equipment:
Bowls of water
Scrubbing brush
Safety knife
Chopping board
Cooking pot Blender
Directions
1. Cut off the tops and bottoms of the carrots, parsnips and onions
2. Scrub the root vegetables
3. Peel the onion
4. Cut the vegetables into cubes
5. Put the vegetables into a saucepan with the water and stock cubes
6. Bring the soup to the boil and simmer until the vegetables are tender
7. Blend the soup, serve and enjoy!
Download RecipesPitta Pizzas
Ingredients:
Pizza Base
2 teaspoons fast-action dried yeast
300ml warm water
500grams strong white bread flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
Topping
Passata Mixed Herbs
Grated Cheese
Variety of other topping such as vegetables, ham, pineapple, chicken, sweetcorn etc.
Equipment
Bowl
Mixing spoon
Jug
Chopping board
Tolling pin
Baking tray
Cheese grater
Directions
1. Mix the yeast and warm water into a bowl
2. Leave it to sit for 5 minutes until the yeast is super bubbly
3. Add the flour, salt and olive oil
4. Mix together into a soft dough
5. Knead the dough for 5 minutes until you have a soft, smooth and elastic dough
6. Add extra flour if needed but only enough so the dough doesn’t stick
7. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a tea towel and leave the dough until it has doubles in size
8. Pre heat the oven to 250 C or gas mark 9
9. Flatten the risen dough and using a rolling pin, roll out the dough
10. Add passata and any other chosen toppings
11. Sprinkle the cheese on top
12. Bake on a baking tin for 15 minutes
13. Enjoy!
Download Recipes