Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City

College Road, Truro TR1 3XX
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  • Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City, Truro
Happy Days Nursery - Truro City pursues early years learning goals in a caring and stimulating atmosphere. Children enjoy play resources that are ideal for their age group, can make friends, develop socially and emotionally, overseen by staff who are qualified to safeguard their well-being.

The nursery understands the value of both indoor and outdoor play in enabling children to learn and thrive. Toddler Discoverer and pre-school Adventurer rooms have been designed to inspire the imagination and creativity.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Emily Marsh (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 71

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • We know childcare is such an important part of family life, and we’re here to make it as simple, clear, and affordable as possible. There are numerous government schemes available to help with the cost, and we’ll guide you through your options so you can find what works best for your family. Why not get in touch today for a personalised quote? You can head to our website and take a look at our Affordable Childcare page to see the different types of support you might be entitled to.

    Did you know Happy Days offers government funded childcare? Depending on your child’s age and your circumstances, you could receive up to 570 or even 1,140 hours of funded care each year — giving you extra support when you need it most.

    We like to keep things open and straightforward when it comes to fees, so there are no surprises. Click the button below to see our weekly, daily, and session rates for the exceptional care we’re proud to provide. And if you’d like to talk through your options, your Nursery Manager will be more than happy to help, we’re always just a friendly chat away.

  • For fee information, contact the Nursery directly.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City Reviews (76)

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Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.853) out of 10, based on 17 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City has 76 reviews.

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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have a great experience with Happy Days Nursery Truro. The staff are all nice and lovely and my child enjoys going to nursery. I love how they give you an update through the app where you can see pictures and videos of your child singing, dancing and playing.
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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I wanted to take a moment to tell you just how incredible I think your nursery is. Happy Days Nursery has exceeded my expectations in every way.


My daughter has been attending since she was one year old. Before enrolling her, we visited several nurseries, but none matched the warm, welcoming environment

at Happy Days. From the very first visit, I knew I wanted her to be part of it.


Every member of your team has been so kind and caring toward both her and our family. Each morning, we are greeted by smiling faces from people who clearly care deeply about the children. Leaving your child is never easy, but I have complete confidence that she is happy, safe, and well cared for.


When I was pregnant with my second daughter, the nursery was incredibly supportive. My daughter has developed beautifully-socially and emotionally. Despite moving house and facing a 45-minute drive, we chose to stay because no other nursery compares. Thank you for the love, care, and joy you bring every day.

Reply from Rebekah Fice-Thomson, Marketing Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City
Such a lovely review - thank you so much, we look forward to sharing this with the team!
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Review from Sam D (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My experience at Truro City Happy days has been so positive. My daughter settled in so well and the girls in preschool room work so hard to bring the best out in every child. We have only been in the preschool room but all of the girls throughout the nursery are friendly, always say hi as you walk past
and make you feel welcome. No doubt they are amazing at their jobs too. The office ladies will do anything to help, they not only know all of the children but have gone above and beyond to make drop off's and pick up's easier with a baby. I would 100% recommend this nursery.
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Review from R W (Mother of Child) published on 15 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The amount of love and support I have not just myself but my son is unreal. The manager is well and truly a star. She helped me out when needed and the support and love that we get from her.It's fantastic. I for one can definitely a recommend happy days nursery at city road Truro Cornwall. My son's
graduation was absolute unbelievably incredible.They put so much effort and so much love into the kids graduation day. This has bought me tears to my eyes but happy tears for sure. Thank you once again. I just find it a little bit hard when you're a single parent, not working.And have to pay quite a lot of money for those days but because he is my son , I will do anything for him and pay anything for him.
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Review from Joycel Z (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
As a mother I am delighted to see how my kids learn whilst having fun in the nursery.
I've seen their improvement particularly on communication, life skills, motivation, and resilience.
As soon as my children stepped in the explorers & discovers rooms, my kids felt their warm welcome and passion to
care. I have confidence that under your care, they'll be prepared once they'll go to the bigger environment because you're learning pathway is excellent.
Again, thank you for all your hard work, time, unmeasurable patience, and compassion with my children.
You're all brilliant! and need to be appreciated.
Thank you.
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Review from Manuel R (Father of Child) published on 17 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Amazing experience in this nursery for the last 2.5 years. From manager to key teachers of my two girls. Our children are very close to their key person, they feel safe and they have been amazing in our kids personal development. Our girls always are happy to go, never a fuss, so definitely they enjoy.
We are very happy with all the activities that they do there, such as painting, playing in garden, singing, reading stories... All these push the creative side of our children and we can't recommend enough the place.
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Review from R A (Mother of Child) published on 14 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They are a very kind and supportive team and managers, my little one grew up with them and she did start at Happy Days Nursery when she was 6 months old until school age. They were lovely, amazing staff and my daughter misses them a lot. Definitely, I would choose them again for the next baby.
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Review from A K (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Would highly recommend. Listens to our needs and they are always accommodating.
Our little one started when they were 9 months. We used glass baby bottles and cloths nappies and they worked with us to keep other children away from our bottles but allowed us to still provide what we wanted to for our
child.
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Review from T T (Father of Child) published on 24 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We would like to say thank you team for the great work you are doing looking after our little one. It was a hard decision to make initially but your continued support and reassurance helped a long way to get our child settled in well and parents remain calm.
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery for us as a family has been amazing! Our little one has been going from a young age and the bonds she's made have been amazing she is supported and encouraged to achieve and thrive daily! She loves her time there and we have never had to worry as we know she is safe and happy there. The
app allows us regular essential daily updates while she is there. We have also formed great relationships with the staff through open and regular communication!
The manager for us has truly gone above and beyond with nothing ever being too much and ensuring we always receive important updates!
such a positive environment which always seems to be full of new, fun and educational activities!
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Review from P O (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child was very welcomed, everyone in Happy Days had to put in all their best in making sure my little one settled well in preschool, showing him all the love, care and support anyone could ask for. Now I have a little man that always looks forward to going to preschool which is a good one.
Overall,
they are the best.
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Review from Nathaniel N (Father of Child) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can not praise the team at Happy Days Truro City enough.
I was originally very nervous about sending my child to nursery. "What if she doesn't like it? What if she doesn't make friends? What if she cries all day until I come and pick her up?"
Well, I can safely say that all my fears have come to
naught. My daughter absolutely LOVES being here (So much so that I have to wrestle her out the arms of the staff to bring her home!).
The manager is absolutely second to none and if my child ever has to change nursery, I want to take her with us! The staff treat my daughter as if she were their daughter, and it really puts my mind at rest knowing she's being well cared for. I cannot praise this nursery enough. 5 stars simply isn't enough!
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Review from Sam K (Father of Child) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Overall, we are very happy with Happy Days and the way they look after our daughter. The staff are very friendly and professional. Their facilities are good and our daughter enjoys the variety of entertainment they provide.
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Review from Jen D (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We are very pleased with the care that our daughter receives at Happy Days Nursery. The ladies in the baby room, and now the toddler room, have been absolutely amazing.
Our daughter only attended for a short time before the new manager started. However, in my opinion, there has been a clear and dramatic
improvement since the new manager started in her role.
Nursery really is like a second home for our daughter and we can't thank everyone who works there enough for the care, attention and fun they provide.
I know it must be incredibly difficult to juggle everything, but if possible it would be lovely to have more weekly pictures on the app as we love seeing what she gets up to!
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Review from Charlotte L (Mother of Child) published on 14 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff at Happy Days Truro City are so friendly and very trustworthy. My children love coming to nursery and I love hearing about all the activities they have been doing. Every day is a busy day there but at the same time, children can choose what they would like to do and take part in. The
meals are very nutritious and tasty, so much so that my children go for seconds. The outdoor activities reflect on the same activities indoors and no matter the weather the children can choose where they would like to be. Overall very happy with the care they continue to provide.
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Review from E N-T (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since our little one started the management has been very supportive of our boy's extra needs and worked with us to help him settle and be happy.
Generally, communication has been very good, and open to any concerns/issues to support our boy's needs, working with us to help him become confident and
come out of himself.
Now there's a stable team this has given great continuity and key workers are essential to cascade. Very pleased with the food and drink offered, a healthy diet.
Well done to the whole team!
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Review from Sammy H (Mother of Child) published on 1 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happy Days Truro City is amazing for my child. My child has been here since 7 months old, she is now 3. They have helped her so much with all her needs. Would definitely recommend this place. Well done all of Truro City. It's changed manager but it's all still really good.
Reply from Alice Avery, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City
Thank you for your lovely feedback; we really appreciate you taking the time to write a review. We are delighted with the progress your daughter has made with us at Happy Days.
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Review from W S (Uncle of Child) published on 20 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My niece absolutely loves coming to the nursery. You can see the staff are passionate about the children, their development and enjoyment. Never any issues and one happy little girl! She always comes home saying how good the food is and wants similar meals to whatever she’s eating! I would encourage
anyone looking for a nursery to go here!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City
Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful - it is great to hear about your Niece's experience!
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Review from S S (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Happy Days Nursery for over 2 years. When he first started he was very quiet and shy but the staff were able to encourage him and bring him out of his shell. He is now a confident little boy, full of energy and completely school ready, which is very much thanks to Happy Days Nursery
staff. With all of the play and learning he has done and the friends he has made, I feel the transition to school will run much smoothly. My son has learnt so much, his days are fun, educational and active, he eats so well at nursery and he is a well rounded little boy, Thank you Happy Days!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City
Thank you so much for your kind words and it is so lovely to hear that your son has settled in so well.
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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So happy with the loving kind staff at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City.
The manager and my child's key worker are amazing! My child loves them and the support they have given me and keep giving me. I'm so incredibly grateful.
Thank you for everything, I'm sad my child is leaving for school
in September. I hope his school care for him with patience, kindnesses and love like you have all treated my child.
Thank you!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City
Thank you for such a lovely review - it is greatly appreciated and wish you and your child nothing but the best for September - how exciting!
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.853)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.853) out of 10 for Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 17 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.853 for Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City is calculated as follows: ( (175 Excellents x 5) + (28 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 204 Ratings = 4.853
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City is based on 17 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 71 number of registered child places is 14.2, which has been reached with 17 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Emily

Emily Marsh

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Emily started at Happy Days as a Nursery apprentice and has worked her way up through the company to become the Nursery Manager. During her time at Happy Days, Emily has been inspired by her peers and colleagues. Over the years, Emily has built up a wealth of knowledge and experience in the Early Years sector.


Emily says, "Becoming the manager of the nursery where my early years' journey started is a fantastic opportunity. I'm proud of my Penrice Nursery family, including all its children and parents!"

Frequently Asked Questions about Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City

What is the Age Range of Children that Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City accepts?

Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City Open?

Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

How many Children does Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City have capacity for?

Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City has capacity for a total of 71 Children.

How far is Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Truro City to the centre of Truro?

2.2 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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