To kick of National Apprenticeship Week, Leanne Marie (Early Years and Education Trainer Development Officer at Realise) visited the team at Happy Days Verwood to present Bella with her Apprentice of the Year Award.
Bella joined Happy days at the age of 16, straight from school. She introduced herself at an open event when she was 16 eager to start her career in early years. Her strong work ethic is admired and her passion for early years education shines through.
Bella consistently makes a meaningful difference to the lives of children and families and is an outstanding apprentice who will undoubtedly go far in her career in the early years sector, for which she deserves to be recognised. When she reached the end of her level 3 qualification she was awarded a Merit.
Leanne said: “I could not be more proud of Bella and all her hard work that led to her not only being an Early Achiever, but also receiving a Merit for her Early Years Educator Level 3 Apprenticeship! Bella is an outstanding practitioner and a true asset to the Early Years Sector! Congratulations on such a well deserved award! Hard work does pay off and you smashed it!”
Bella was also a NMT Apprentice of the Year Finalist and Shortlisted for Apprentice of the Year at the Happy Days Shine Awards 2026!
National Apprenticeship Week is an entire week to celebrate the dedication our apprentices have for their education and commitment to create an environment where children can shine. Bella is just one of the 100+ Apprentices currently training at Happy Days Nurseries and we are using National Apprenticeship Week to celebrate every single one of them. Learn more about our other amazing apprentices through our Facebook and TikTok feeds throughout the week.
If you are looking to start your Apprentice journey then visit our careers page: https://happydaysnurseries.com/careers/
Help our local community by joining us on Global Recycling Day for a Community Litter Pick!
Making our home a better place to live and learning all about the natural world around us is part of Eco-Schools, a global programme that enables children to engage in a hands on practical approach to improving their environmental awareness 🌱
📅Wednesday 18th March 🕘2.30pm – 3.30pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
Discover the fascinating world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths at our STEM Stay & Play!
Your little one will enjoy hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking – all while having lots of fun ✨
⭐Perfect for children over 3 years old!
📅Monday 9th March 🕘2.00pm – 3.00pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
It is also an excellent opportunity to have a look around and ask any questions you may have!
We invite you to get cozy, sit comfortably and dress like your favourite character with us at Happy Days Verwood for a fun filled Dress Up & Story Time!
Reading books to children stimulates their imagination and creativity, supports the development of vocabulary and extends their understanding of the world.
Benefits for your little one:
🗣️Develop early language skills.
✨Encourage social interaction and coordination.
🤝Make new friends in a warm and welcoming environment.
📅Thursday 5th March🕘2.00pm – 3.00pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
No need to book – just pop in!
We look forward to welcoming you and your little ones 🌟
Congratulations to Bella for winning the Apprentice of the Year Award✨
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Feb 10, 2026
Be prepared to welcome in the Year of the Horse by making a Chinese lantern with us at Happy Days Verwood. Learn all about Chinese traditions to plan for the New Year celebrations🐎
Your little one will:
⭐Meet new friends
Show off their creative skills
🏮Learn about Chinese traditions
✨This activity is perfect for over 3’s! ✨
📅Thursday 29th January 🕘2pm – 3pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
No need to book – just pop in!
We look forward to welcoming you and your little ones 🌟
Pop in to explore our beautiful purpose-built nursery, meet the friendly team, and find out everything you need to know about joining Happy Days Verwood.
✨ What to expect:
– A guided tour of our state-of-the-art facilities
– Friendly conversations with our experienced nursery team
– Information about funding options, availability, fees, and the early years curriculum
– A look at our nutritious menus and approach to wellbeing
– Time to ask any questions you may have
📅Friday 30th January 🕘2pm – 5pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
No need to book – just pop in when it suits you!
We look forward to welcoming you and your family. 🌟
📖 Get cozy and sit comfortably at Happy Days Verwood for a fun filled story time! 📖
Reading books to children stimulates their imagination and creativity, supports the development of vocabulary and extends their understanding of the world.
Benefits for your little one:
🗣️Develop early language skills.
✨Encourage social interaction and coordination.
🤝Make new friends in a warm and welcoming environment.
📅Monday 26th January 🕘2.30pm – 3.30pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
No need to book – just pop in!
We look forward to welcoming you and your little ones 🌟
Celebrate National Hug Day with Happy Days Verwood by making new friends with friendship bracelets 🫶
Practice gross motor skills, creativity and sharing with friends by making a friendship bracelet with us!
⭐This activity is perfect for children over 2 ⭐
📅Wednesday 21st January 🕘2.30pm – 3.30pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
No need to book – just pop in!
We look forward to welcoming you and your little ones 🌟
Come and join us at Happy Days Verwood for a fun-filled Sensory Stay & Play session that is designed for children aged 2 and under!
Why join us?
⭐ Fun and stimulating activities for early learning
⭐ Meet other parents and carers in the local area
⭐ Explore our nursery and outdoor play spaces
⭐ Enjoy quality time with your child
📅Thursday 15th January 🕘2pm – 3pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
No need to book – just pop in!
We look forward to welcoming you and your little ones 🌟
Pop in to explore our beautiful purpose-built nursery, meet the friendly team, and find out everything you need to know about joining Happy Days Verwood.
✨ What to expect:
– A guided tour of our state-of-the-art facilities
– Friendly conversations with our experienced nursery team
– Information about funding options, availability, fees, and the early years curriculum
– A look at our nutritious menus and approach to wellbeing
– Time to ask any questions you may have
📅Monday 12th January 🕘10am – 2pm
📍 Location: Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Church Hill, Verwood, BH31 6HT
📞 Call: 01202 806004
📩 Email: verwood@happydaysnurseries.com
No need to book – just pop in when it suits you!
We look forward to welcoming you and your family. 🌟