A Bittersweet Goodbye as Thornbury Children Graduate and Get Ready for School
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Jun 19, 2025
A Bittersweet Goodbye as Thornbury Children Graduate and Get Ready for School
Last week, Happy Days Nursery Thornbury held its annual Preschool Graduation – a heartfelt celebration marking the end of an incredible journey and the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our school leavers.
While saying goodbye is always bittersweet, the ceremony was filled with pride, joy and reflection on how far each child has come. Surrounded by families, the children were presented with certificates to mark the completion of our Journey to a Positive Transition to School programme – a carefully designed roadmap that supports children in becoming school-ready, confident, and curious learners.
Jamilla, Apprentice at Thornbury, shared: “Graduation was really beautiful. It was lovely to have all of our preschoolers and parents together to celebrate them taking a really big step to school.”
Our Journey to a Positive Transition to School is a 16-week programme that prepares children emotionally, socially and developmentally for starting school. Using a tailored roadmap, each child works through key milestones, supported by their Key Person, daily routines, and our bespoke curriculum. Each step is carefully observed and celebrated, with weekly activity cards sent home to engage parents in the process.
Throughout the journey, parents contribute to their child’s development with “Special Memories and Achievements at Home” sheets, strengthening the partnership between nursery and home life. The programme culminates in the Graduation Ceremony – not only a celebration of achievements, but a confident send-off for each child as they begin school life independent, resilient and ready to learn.
Congratulations to all our graduates at Thornbury – we are so proud of you, and we’ll miss you! Wishing you all the best as you take your next big step. 🌟🎓
Happy Days Thornbury are hosting FREE baby Stay and Play sessions every Monday throughout August.
Starting: Monday 4th August | 14:00 – 15:00
Where: Happy Days Nursery, Thornbury
This is a fantastic chance to:
– Meet other local parents and connect while your child enjoys fun activities.
– Let your child explore engaging experiences prepared by our experienced nursery practitioners.
These sessions are aimed at children under two.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have some fun and build connections in your community. Book early as places are limited!
📍 Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
📞 Call: 01454 419 911
📧 Email: thornbury@happydaysnurseries.com
Join Us at the Happy Days Thornbury Recruitment Day!
Tuesday 3 June
10:00am – 7:30pm
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Thornbury
Looking to start or grow your career in Early Years? Come along to our Recruitment Day at Happy Days Thornbury and discover what makes us different!
Meet our friendly Senior Team, take a tour of our beautiful nursery, and learn more about our strong commitment to staff wellbeing and career development. Whether you’re an experienced practitioner or just starting out, we’d love to meet you.
Why join the Happy Days family?
Welcome Bonus of up to £1,000.00*
Competitive pay — up to £13.83 per hour (depending on qualifications)
50% childcare discount for your own family
Up to 4 days gifted Christmas closedown
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Supportive, inclusive and friendly team environment
No appointment needed — drop in anytime between 10:00am and 7:30pm.
Come along, have a chat, and see why Happy Days is a great place to grow your career. We’re recruiting across Thornbury and our other Bristol nurseries, with a range of roles available.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
Call: 01454 419 911
Email: recruitment@happydaysnurseries.com
Join us for a FREE Festive Stay and Play Session!🥳
Happy Days Nursery in Thornbury are hosting a FREE Festive Stay & Play session for your little ones on December 16th from 1pm-4pm.
December 16th | 1pm-4pm
Father Christmas will be doing a meet and greet and all of the rooms will be providing lots of festive activities, plus there will be FREE mince pies on arrival.
Booking is essential, we recommend booking early as places are limited.
📍Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
☎Call: 01454 419 911
📩Email: thornbury@happydaysnurseries.com
Are you an early years practitioner seeking a new adventure? If so, let’s meet for mince pies and hot chocolate. We are offering the chance to join us at our Thornbury Nursery on December 18th to talk early years careers over festive snacks.
When: December 18th starting from 5:30pm
Where: Happy Days Nursery, Thornbury
Hiring for multiple positions:
– Flexible Supply Staff
– Assistant Nursery Manager
– Nursery Assistant Level 2
– 3rd in Charge
Why join us?
+ Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities
+ A supportive and nurturing management structure, who take pride in our team and our people
+ Family friendly working – with flexible working patterns and 50% childcare discount
+ Employee Assistances Programmes to support colleagues
+ Competitive pay rate
Come along to this informal recruitment event and meet the Nursery Team, and discuss the current vacancies at Happy Days Nursery Thornbury.
Please RSVP: recruitment@happydaysnurseries.com
Inspire their future, inspire your future, with a career in childcare.
Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
Call: 01454 419 911
Email: recruitment@happydaysnurseries.com
Join us for FREE Stay and Play Sessions for under 2’s!🥳
Happy Days Nursery in Thornbury are hosting FREE Stay & Play sessions for your little ones aged under 2 years old. These sessions also provide parents with the opportunity to meet and connect with other local parents. Each week we will be hosting different activities from our unique ‘Where Children Shine’ Curriculum.
Every Monday from 2nd September for 9 weeks, 10:15-11:15:
02.09.24 | 10:15-11:15
09.09.24 | 10:15-11:15
16.09.24 | 10:15-11:15
23.09.24 | 10:15-11:15
30.09.24 | 10:15-11:15
07.10.24 | 10:15-11:15
14.10.24 | 10:15-11:15
28.10.24 | 10:15-11:15
04.11.24 | 10:15-11:15
Booking is essential, we recommend booking early as places are limited.
📍Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
☎Call: 01454 419 911
📩Email: thornbury@happydaysnurseries.com
Early Years Recruitment Morning!
Are you an early years practitioner seeking a new adventure? If so, let’s meet for Breakfast. We are offering the chance to join us at our Thornbury Nursery throughout August to talk early years careers over a spot of breakfast.
When: Monday 29th July, Tuesday 6th August, Wednesday 14th August, Thursday 22nd August, Friday 30th August || 7.30am to 9am
Where: Happy Days, Thornbury
Come along to this informal recruitment event and meet the Nursery Team, and discuss the current vacancies at Happy Days Nursery Thornbury.
Please RSVP: recruitment@happydaysnurseries.com
Inspire their future, inspire your future, with a career in childcare.
Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
Call: 01454 419 911
Email: recruitment@happydaysnurseries.com
Join us for FREE Stay and Play Sessions for under 2’s, with the theme Rhyme Time!🥳
Happy Days Nursery in Thornbury are hosting FREE Stay & Play sessions for your little ones aged under 2 years old. These sessions also provide parents with the opportunity to meet and connect with other local parents.
Every Wednesday from 12th June for 4 weeks, 10:00-11:00:
12.06.24
19.06.24
26.06.24
03.06.24
Booking is essential, we recommend booking early as places are limited.
📍Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
☎Call: 01454 419 911
📩Email: thornbury@happydaysnurseries.com
Happy Days Thornbury are hosting FREE baby Stay and Play sessions every Friday for 6 weeks.
Starting: 26 April 10:00 – 11:00
Where: Happy Days Nursery, Thornbury
This is a fantastic chance to:
– Meet other local parents and connect while your child enjoys fun activities.
– Let your child explore engaging experiences prepared by our experienced nursery practitioners.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have some fun and build connections in your community. Book early as places are limited!
📍 Where: Happy Days Nursery 2 Cooper Road Thornbury Bristol BS35 3UP
📞 Call: 01454 419 911
📧 Email: thornbury@happydaysnurseries.com
We are Recruiting! Come along to our event to find out more about the career opportunities at Happy Days Nursery, Thornbury.
When: 7th February 5pm-8pm
Where: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-school, 2 Cooper Road, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 3UP
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 information event, meet the Recruitment Team, and discuss the current vacancies for Happy Days Thornbury.
Inspire their future, inspire your future, with a career in childcare.
Please confirm your attendance to: thornbury@happydaysnurseries.com
📍 Where: Happy Days Nursery, 2 Cooper Road, Thornbury, Bristol, BS35 3UP
☎ Call: 01454 419 911
📩 Email: thornbury@happydaysnurseries.com
