"Absolutely amazing nursery! The staff are out of this world, they give so much love and care to our son! He has been going from 6 months…"
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Little Rays in Lisburn was the first nursery opened by Little Rays Nursery group which now runs 3 nurseries. They care for children aged between 2 months and 12 years, with both full and part time ... Read more
Little Rays has a Group Review Score of 9.4 (9.380) out of 10. The Group Review Score is calculated using the average from all locations with a Review Score, and in addition 75%+ of all locations belonging to Little Rays must have a Review Score.
from D G (Mother of Child) published on 20 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I'm very happy with everything this nursery provides. My twin daughters are currently attending and love it. The staff is very friendly and everything is there. The meals are very varied and they love what they eat. Everything is perfect and I recommend it to everyone.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaThank you so much for your recommendation! We are delighted to hear that your daughters are having such a wonderful time with us!
from Amanda M (Grandmother of Child) published on 20 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Cannot praise staff highly enough for their leadership, kindness, helpfulness , empathy and encouragement over the past 3 years. Each and every one are very special to my grandson who loves them very much. He always talks about them and the fun he has had each day after I pick him up. He has learnt
so much from them which will help him greatly as he goes to school.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaThank you so much for your lovely review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear how much your grandson has enjoyed his time with us over the last three years!!
from Polina K (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Great and very polite staff! Very attentive to all kids' needs. Flexible with additional requests (urgent late collection kids). Plenty of games and activities, clean and cosy premise. Managers are very respectful and friendly, reply very quickly to all queries. My daughter enjoys every single day spending
in the nursery.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery LisburnThank you so much for your kind review! We are delighted to hear that your daughter enjoys every single day with us! We understand that family life can be unpredictable, so we always strive to be as flexible and responsive as possible to support our parents!
from L L (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing nursery! The staff are out of this world, they give so much love and care to our son! He has been going from 6 months old and loves going to nursery everyday. I have always felt he has been in the best care possible, I get so many photos throughout the day of the fun activities he
has been doing!
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery LisburnThank you so much for this lovely review! We know how important peace of mind is for parents and our team pours their hearts into making this happen! Seeing him excited to come in every day is the best compliment we could receive!
from Danielle T (Mother of Child) published on 19 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
We've been absolutely delighted with Little Rays Nursery since our daughter Saoirse started. Before nursery, she was very reluctant to go to anyone else, would get easily upset or overwhelmed in open space's, and struggled around other people. We were nervous about how she'd settle, but the transformation
has been incredible!
Since starting Saoirse has grown in a many wonderful ways. She's now genuinely content and happy, she actually looks forward to going to nursery each day and gets excited about it. She's starting to interact more with others, building those important social skills.Her confidence is blooming, and it's heartwarming to see her thrive in such a nurturing environment.
The communication is outstanding, we receive several lovely photos and updates daily,showing exactly what she's been up to. These glimpses are so reassuring and bring big smiles, especially seeing how settled and engaged she is.
The staff are all incredibly lovely, warm, approachable and genuinely caring!
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaThank you so much for your beautiful words and sharing your daughters story! We appreciate your kind words about our team and communication. We know how much those daily updates mean to parents, and we love sharing those "big smile" moments with you!
from Kristin H (Mother of Child) published on 18 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
The staff in Little Rays are the best. Their communication with me throughout the day when my son is in creche is fantastic. I have seen such a change in my son and he loves to go there. We hope to get a place in the pre school next year as his confidence just continues to grow. The whole team of
staff are so friendly and helpful, and they have been very supportive of our family as we have another child with additional needs. There compassion has been so appreciated by me as a mum, especially on days I am struggling! Thank you.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery LisburnThank you so much for your kind words! Our team takes great pride in being there for our families, and it means the world to know that their support and compassion have made a difference for you!!
from Grainne S (Mother of Child) published on 9 March 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Absolutely amazing staff! They always have a smile on their face and are fantastic with my little girl! She loves going into nursery in the mornings,no tears she just skips in and looks forward to seeing everyone!The staff are great at sending fotos of her during the day(which i look forward to seeing)showing
what great activities she has been doing!! I would highly recommend Little Rays!!!
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery LisburnWe are thrilled to hear that your little girl skips into nursery! Thank you for the recommendation!
from Laine M (Mother of Child) published on 17 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My daughter has attended Little Rays since she was 9 months old and now attends pre-school. It is like one big family. I have always been happy with the care and i love that everyone knows my childs name. She is happy going and the communication from staff is excellent. The food is amazing too and my
daughter always talks about it.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery LisburnThank you so much for your wonderful review! We are so touched by your kind words.
from Catherine H (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Our two girls have been in littlerays from ten weeks old starting off in the baby room and our oldest is five coming this summer - we couldn't recommend littlerays enough because of the staff! The kids talk about staff members in the loveliest way. The app is brilliant for us to keep up to date on our
kids and look at pictures of them during the day, communication is excellent and the skills our kids have picked up from learning throughout littlerays still shocks us! We love that our kids are always in a room with kids/babies of similar age and stage of development, from nappies and baby chat to the big girl toilet and play dates. We will never be ready for the last day of littlerays.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaThank you so much for your beautiful review and for being part of the Little Rays family for the past five years! It's lovely to know your children speak so fondly of our team!
from Samantha A (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have went here since they were babies and I cannot recommend it enough! We were originally with an independent minder of which we had a horrible experience and moved to little rays. I never in my life thought I'd be comfortable leaving my kids with someone again but from the moment
we left our son I felt totally at ease. They have taught them so much and they are so sociable. The staff are also so friendly. We genuinely have never had a bad word to say about one of them! I couldn't recommend this place enough x
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaThank you so much for sharing your review! It is brilliant to hear how our team in Ballymena helped rebuild your trust and provided you with peace of mind!
from J M (Mother of Child) published on 4 February 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
All of my children have attended Little Rays dating back to 2013. Although i no longer work as close as i did it is worth going the extra few miles out because the care is exceptional. The girls are all amazing, Kathy makes the best food - curry is a particular favorite. They do so much with the children
too educationally, with art and color activities and lots of sensory based play. It is important to also add my children have also had additional needs both dietary requirements and otherwise and the attention and care given to this is exceptional.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery LisburnThank you so much for your heartwarming review! It has been a privilege watching your family grow with us! I'll be sure to pass your kind words along to the whole team, and I'll make sure Cathy knows her curry is still a fan favorite!
from Marius N (Father of Child) published on 22 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I am extremely happy with this nursery and the care my child receives. He has been attending for almost a year now, Monday to Friday, and he is very well taken care of at all times. The staff are professional, caring, and genuinely lovely, which gives me great peace of mind as a parent.
I can clearly
see how much my child is progressing-both socially and developmentally-and it's wonderful to see how happy and comfortable he is there. I'm very grateful to the whole team for the fantastic job they do and would highly recommend this nursery to other parents.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaThank you so much for your wonderful recommendation! Providing that 'peace of mind' is exactly what we strive for. We appreciate your kind words about our staff and look forward to continuing to support your son's growth!
from Laura G (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My son started in Little Rays Creche in Moira and the girls are extremely caring and helpful. The environment is welcoming as soon as you walk in and exceptionally clean. Communication through the app is exceptional also.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery MoiraThank you so much for your kind words! Our team takes great pride in creating a welcoming environment for our families! We'll be sure to pass your lovely feedback along to them!
from Aoife M (Mother of Child) published on 22 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
As a first time mum, very nervous of leaving their child in nursery, I have to say Little Rays Moira have been fantastic. They are so responsive, friendly and in the space of a few weeks my daughter now is so excited to go in each day. You can see the genuine care the staff have for the children and
the level of detail/photos you get on the app is so reassuring throughout the day. The food is brilliant and my daughter who refused everything at the start now eats everything (also so good in relation to her food allergies).
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery MoiraThank you so much for sharing your experience! We know how daunting those first few weeks can be for a new mum, so we are thrilled to hear that your daughter has settled in so well and now arrives with excitement.
from Ciara A (Mother of Child) published on 20 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I have three children who have all attended Little Rays with one now in p1 and a 3 year old and 1 year old still there. I have had experience of all rooms and staff in Little Rays over the past 5 years and there is a reason I keep choosing Little Rays year after year. The activities and learning that
takes place here in a fun and child friendly way is incredible. Play is at the heart of the children's day and the staff, in my opinion, go above and beyond what is expected. Over the years I have bumped into staff outside the nursery setting and I have had family members comment on how my children interact with the staff as if they are my child's family. They do so much to make the Little Rays experience the best it can be. There is so much packed into the day and there are fantastic food items on the menu which is great to know the kids are being well fed. I have a child who is DF and GF and they are catered for. I have always found the staff respectful of my wishes as a parent.
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaThank you so much for taking the time to share such a heart warming review. We are delighted that you feel our staff treat your children like family-that is exactly the environment we strive to create!
from E D (Mother of Child) published on 12 January 2026
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I sent my child to nursery for the first time this year due to starting further education. This was a nerve wracking experience but Little Rays made me feel at ease and were extremely helpful and patient while sorting out care to learn scheme. The staff are amazing and provided such a high level of
care, my son really enjoyed going here and i wish i could have continued him on!
Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery BallymenaWe're so touched by your review! It was a pleasure having your son at Little Rays and supporting you through your transition into education. Thank you for trusting us with his care!
from Toni R (Mother of Child) published on 23 May 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
My 2 children age 1 & 2 go to the daycare once a week. They really love it and I wish I could afford to send them more. Staff are great with the kids and keep me well updated on their day. They do lots of fun activities with them and they are well looked after. Would definitely recommend
from A W (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
Great nursery. Staff is amazing, helpful and always smiling. My daughters love to go there even on the weekends they are asking if they could go to Little Rays and that is the best what parent can hear from their children because this mean they feel good and comfortable there
from Assumpta M (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend Little Ray's. Our son loves going to nursery - he runs in without looking back! The staff are warm and caring and he clearly loves them from hearing him speak about them at home. The meals are nutritious and varied with a good balance of treats and healthy food. The outdoor
play areas are spacious and safe with plenty of toys and bikes. The range of activities is great, with arts and crafts and the children helping to prepare their own treats for baking. The children learn about wildlife and about the seasons, to name just a couple of things that our son talks about. Communication from staff is great - they'll always respond quickly to messages via the app and will be happy to make time to speak in person at pick up or drop off.
from Sarah M (Mother of Child) published on 2 May 2025
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Overall Experience5.0 out of 5
I have two children in Little Rays and the fact that they both are so eager to go each day is enough confirmation for me that it is a great nursery.
The staff are so warm and friendly and I can see how fond they are of the children and vice versa (my oldest frequently refers to them as his friends).
I
love getting to see the updates on the app throughout the day and to hear what they have been up to. I can visibly see how being at Little Rays helps my children with their social interactions and their development.
I have and will continue to recommend Little Rays to anyone. It is such a big deal for a parent to hand their children's care over to someone else but I know with Little Rays that I have nothing to worry about.
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