The Hollies Daycare Nursery based in Cardiff is extremely excited to announce they are currently undergoing a huge refurbishment.

The Hollies Daycare Nursery was established in March 2002 and has an excellent reputation amongst nurseries in Cardiff for providing first-class quality care. Situated in the Canton area, they aim to foster the development of the Welsh language and its culture to provide a continuum of care and education between home and nursery.

In May 2023, The Hollies became part of Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools and in June 2024 we saw the opening of their newly refurbished garden.

Following a review of the environment, recourses and equipment within the nursery, The Hollies have began the work below…

•             New flooring and redecoration to 2-3 year rooms and pre-school rooms

•             Development of a new Baby Unit upstairs with new flooring and redecoration of all three adjoining rooms and a new changing area

•             Installing bi-fold doors into the 2-3s room and after school club allowing for easier access to the refurbished garden along with the 3-5s room offering children greater flexibility in where they choose to learn

•             New resources and equipment for the children

The Hollies Daycare Nursery will be posting regular updates throughout the process and look forward to showing you the results once work is complete.

On Monday 9th December, Happy Days Nursery, Droitwich hosted a Christmas fair for the community, new and existing parents.

The nursery was filled with various different local businesses as well as some festive activities for the children. There was even some special visitors, Father Christmas and The Friendly Snowman.

Ashley Webb, the nursery Manager at Happy Days Nursery Droitwich – who recently won NMT Nursery Manager Of The Year – stated ‘We had a fantastic afternoon of Christmas activities and fun here at Happy Days nurseries Droitwich. We had a visit from the friendly snowman and enjoyed singing and dancing with him to our favourite Christmas songs. There was a biscuit decorating station and Christmas tuff tray experiences. Then the eagerly awaited visit from the big man himself, Santa. This was all aboard The Learning Bus for art and craft activities in his mobile grotto. There were more opportunities to create inside with activities by Dragonfly crafting workshops.’

Thank you to everyone who attended the Happy Days Nursery, Droitwich Christmas Fair and to all the local businesses who joined us. The Friendly Snowman and Father Christmas loved meeting you all!

Happy Days Nursery Yate, located within the new Ladden Garden Village development, Bristol, is celebrating having recently received a GOOD grading from Ofsted.

The Ofsted report highlights that ‘Leaders have designed a rich curriculum that inspires all children to learn. The curriculum is well sequenced and carefully designed to help children build on their knowledge and skills as they move from one room to the next.’

Furthermore, the report acknowledged that ‘The bespoke settling-in process helps children make strong attachments with staff when children start at the nursery.’

Zoe Seymour, Nursery Manager, stated, “We are delighted with our Ofsted result, after less than a year of being open it really does highlight the hard work, care and dedication from our amazing staff team. The bonds the team have built with the children, the emotional security they provide and the praise and encouragement they give were just a few of the things picked up during the inspection and I feel this whole report is a testament to the team. We are very proud of this achievement and excited for what is still to come.”

Early Years Operations Manager, Sam Richardson spoke on the fantastic news ‘I am delighted for Happy Days Yate, they have worked so hard to establish strong, meaningful bonds with the children in their care, it was wonderful that the inspector recognised this stating ‘staff work hard to establish close relationships with key children to foster a sense of trust and emotional security’. For the team to have received such positive feedback so shortly after opening shows how committed the team are to ensuring they meet every child’s needs.’

If you would like to read the full Ofsted report for Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools Yate, please click here.

Happy Days is a purpose built, one level nursery & pre-school with direct garden access. Inside, it is wonderfully spacious, equipped with high end furniture and resources to inspire and ignite children’s minds and imagination, making it the perfect environment for children to learn and grow. Our staff team have formed strong bonds with our families and ensure our children are cherished and cared for to the highest standards.

To find out more about Happy Days Nursery and Pre-School, Yate click here, to book a tour and view this incredible space click here. Alternatively you can get in touch with the nursery via the contact information below.

Phone: 01454 540006 | Email: yate@happydaysnurseries.com

We are delighted to announce that the Manager of Droitwich Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools setting has won the Nursery Management Today NMT award as Nursery Manager Of The Year.

Ashely is Manager of Happy Days Nursery, Droitwich and with over 20 years experience in childcare she goes above and beyond every day for Droitwich and her team. The award was very well deserved, due to the dedication and commitment she has shown throughout her time at the Droitwich setting.

The result was announced at the official Nursery Management Today Awards 2024, hosted by Keith Duffy on November 30th.

Ashley stated ‘I was blown away to be nominated by my amazing team and to read their testimonials along with our parents. It makes it easier to manage a nursery when you have a supportive and collaborative team. It is such an honour to be picked for this category, I am over the moon.’

Early Years Operations Manager, Sam also attended the NMT awards and spoke ‘I am delighted that NMT recognised the hard work and commitment Ashley has to the nursery and her team at Happy Days Droitwich. It is a pleasure working with Ashley and seeing the passion she has for supporting everyone who uses the nursery. I am thrilled she has received this award and that I got to celebrate on the evening with her.’

We’d also like to say a huge WELL DONE to all of our finalists, Toddletown Day Nursery – Godalming who were shortlisted for their Training and Development and Phil our Nursery Cook from Happy Days Nursery Exeter!

Happy Days, Droitwich is a nursery & pre-school that is perfectly located within the heart of Yew Tree Village, just south of Droitwich Spa. We are conveniently located just minutes from the M5 at Junctions 5 and 6. The nursery has designated parent parking for ease of a swift drop-off and collection. The nursery provides secure, calm, and neutral environments and wonderful outside areas with free-flow access throughout the day.

To find out more about Happy Days Nursery and Pre-School, Droitwich click here, to book a tour and view this incredible space click here. Alternatively you can get in touch with the nursery via the contact information below.

Phone: 01905 590500 | Email: droitwich@happydaysnurseries.com