Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School Summercourt, located near Newquay, is celebrating continued success after retaining its ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted following a recent inspection.

The inspection praised the setting’s warm, nurturing environment where children are happy, confident, and motivated to explore. Inspectors highlighted the strong bonds between staff and children, the inclusive ethos, and the nursery’s broad curriculum, which helps children thrive and prepares them well for school.

Happy Days Summercourt Retains ‘Good’ Ofsted Rating, with Joint Nursery Managers Sara King and Di Williams expressing pride in their dedicated team.

“We are thrilled to have retained our ‘Good’ rating,” said Sara. “It reflects the passion and hard work our team puts in every day to ensure children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.”

Di added: “We’re incredibly proud of the relationships we build with families. It’s wonderful to see our inclusive and nurturing approach recognised.”

The Ofsted report commended the nursery’s focus on communication, language, and emotional development. Children are encouraged to express themselves, play imaginatively, and build independence. Mealtimes were also highlighted as a positive part of the day, with children enjoying nutritious food and growing their own produce.

Inspectors noted that children at Happy Days Summercourt benefit from:

• Strong language development and a love of reading
• Healthy, active lifestyles with plenty of indoor and outdoor play
• Social, collaborative learning experiences
• Effective support for children with additional needs
• While the report suggested minor improvements around parent communication and consistency in staff interactions, overall it praised the high standards and positive outcomes for children.

Happy Days Summercourt Retains ‘Good’ Ofsted Rating, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted, high-quality provider in Cornwall and part of the wider Happy Days Nurseries group.

You can read the full report now on the Ofsted website, or by clicking here.

Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School in Falmouth is celebrating a fantastic outcome from its latest Ofsted inspection, having officially retained its ‘Good’ rating.

Inspectors praised the nursery’s warm and caring ethos, high-quality teaching, and ambitious approach to children’s learning and development. The report recognised the strong bonds between children and staff, highlighting the thoughtful settling-in process that ensures every child gets the best possible start.

The team’s focus on communication, language, and social development was also applauded. Ofsted described the nursery as a place where children are “highly confident and motivated learners”, supported by a team of staff who are “consistently improving” their practice through strong leadership and professional development.

Nursery Manager Kate Bower said:
“I’m extremely proud of my team for their ongoing dedication. The report is a real reflection of how hard they work every day to support the amazing children in our care. We’re excited for what’s next here at Falmouth.”

The report also praised the nursery’s inclusive environment, especially its support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), as well as the effective use of funding to benefit disadvantaged children.

Children at Happy Days Falmouth enjoy a wide range of learning experiences, both inside the nursery and out in the local community. From joining in with Falmouth Carnival to taking part in Falmouth Week, these experiences help children develop confidence, creativity, and a respect for diversity.

Staff were also commended for encouraging positive behaviour through the nursery’s “golden rules” and for their strong partnerships with parents. The nursery’s four-month school readiness programme was noted as another strength, helping children transition smoothly into their next stage of learning.

With a focus on safety, wellbeing, and development, Happy Days Falmouth continues to offer a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

📸 Photo shows children and staff celebrating the result together!

Exciting Progress at Our New Happy Days Nursery in Boorley Green!

Momentum is building at our new Happy Days Nursery in Boorley Green, and we’re excited to share the latest developments from the site. With the structure now fully taking shape and key milestones being ticked off, our vision for this purpose built nursery is quickly becoming a reality.

As of May 2025, some major milestones have been reached:

• The roof is now complete, providing full coverage for the structure and allowing work inside to progress smoothly.
• Internal walls have been installed, clearly outlining the designated nursery rooms, play spaces, and key facilities that will make up this bright and engaging learning environment.
• Next on the schedule are the flooring and ceiling works, which will bring us even closer to completing the internal fit-out.

We’re on track to open our doors in early 2026, and excitement is growing as we watch our plans take shape. This purpose-built setting will offer a warm, nurturing space where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Come Along to Our Boorley Green Information Event – 18 September

We’re delighted to invite you to an information event on Wednesday, 18th September, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Boorley Green Community Centre.

Whether you’ve already registered your interest or are simply curious to learn more, this is a fantastic chance to:

• Meet the Happy Days team
• Ask questions about the nursery, our ethos, and the opening plans
• View up-to-date visuals and plans of the new setting

We’d love to welcome local families and anyone keen to discover more about what we’re building in Boorley Green.

Thank you to everyone who’s supported us so far—we’re excited to be creating something truly special for the community.

📞 Contact Us
Phone: 0800 783 3431
Email: [email protected]
📍 Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Nairn Road, Boorley Green, SO32 2SH

At The Hollies, we believe that being part of the local community means more than just caring for children; it’s about creating meaningful connections with the families, neighbours, and friendly faces who make up the vibrant community around us.

Last week, we were proud to host a special “Give Back” event in nearby Thompsons Park, designed to say a simple but heartfelt “thank you” to those who live, work, and spend time in our local area.

With the help of the brilliant Handlebar Baristas, we set up a pop-up coffee stand and offered free hot drinks to anyone passing through the park, from early morning dog walkers and pram pushers, to families enjoying the sunshine or people simply taking a stroll through one of Cardiff’s most loved green spaces.

The atmosphere was warm, relaxed and full of smiles. Throughout the morning, we served countless cups of coffee and tea, and had so many lovely conversations with people from all walks of life. It was a small gesture, but one that sparked big moments of connection and reminded us of the power of community.

As part of our wider mission at The Hollies, we’re committed to being an active and positive part of life in Canton. Events like this help us strengthen those all important community bonds and remind us why we do what we do. We’re not just here for the children in our care, we’re here for the families and communities they grow up in.

We’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who stopped by and helped make the morning so special and of course to the Handlebar Baristas for keeping the coffees flowing!

Keep an eye out for more community events from The Hollies in the coming months. We can’t wait to connect with even more of you.

📞 Contact Us
Phone: 029 2037 8177
Email: [email protected]
📍 The Hollies Daycare Nursery, 9 Sanatorium Road, Canton, Cardiff, CF11 8DG