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- Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford

Staff are so supportive and I really appreciate everything they have done for my childrenHollie W(Mother of Child)

There is a great variety of toys, books and activitiesKerri M(Mother of Child)

They are amazing, trustworthy and you really feel rest assured that your children are in good handsP D(Father of Child)

Staff are so supportive and I really appreciate everything they have done for my childrenHollie W(Mother of Child)

There is a great variety of toys, books and activitiesKerri M(Mother of Child)

They are amazing, trustworthy and you really feel rest assured that your children are in good handsP D(Father of Child)

Happy Days at Derriford has both indoor and outdoor spaces for children to play and grow during their time at nursery.
Staff support children to embrace outdoor play and have as many new experiences as they can in a safe and secure environment.
The nursery provides equipment and furniture that supports children’s physical development over muscle control and co-ordination.
Two nursery chefs provide fresh meals for children every day, but children can also be involved in learning about food preparation and taught how to be independent at meal times.
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesGroup / Owner
- Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Zara Austin (Nursery Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 50
Total Places for Children
- 146
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Opening Times
- Monday07:00-19:00
- Tuesday07:00-19:00
- Wednesday07:00-19:00
- Thursday07:00-19:00
- Friday07:00-19:00
When Closed
- Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas
Funding & Fees
We don't have fee or funding details for this nursery. Contact them directly.
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Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford Reviews (217)
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.900) out of 10, based on 50 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford has 217 reviews.
My daughter has joined Happy Days since she was 9 months old, now she was 9 months old, now she is getting close to 3 1/2 and so feel we have been very happy overall. Staff very caring, good management lots of learning, activities and also good outside space/activities.
My daughter has joined Happy Days since she was 9 months old, now she was 9 months old, now she is getting close to 3 1/2 and so feel we have been very happy overall. Staff very caring, good management lots of learning, activities and also good outside space/activities.
Our boy has just started in the pre school room and is thriving. We cannot thank the staff enough for the support they have given him when settling, its so lovely seeing how excited he is going into the room in a morning. Also a big praise goes to management for helping us with our parent worries,...
Our boy has just started in the pre school room and is thriving. We cannot thank the staff enough for the support they have given him when settling, its so lovely seeing how excited he is going into the room in a morning. Also a big praise goes to management for helping us with our parent worries, being there to answer any question we have.
My granddaughter has settled into Happy Days really well and really enjoys attending nursery. Everyone has been very welcoming. She has cystic fibrosis and everyone at Happy Days has accommodated her needs and have looked after her really well.
My granddaughter has settled into Happy Days really well and really enjoys attending nursery. Everyone has been very welcoming. She has cystic fibrosis and everyone at Happy Days has accommodated her needs and have looked after her really well.
My child has recently started at Happy Days and I am very happy with the settling in process, staff are welcoming and have built some wonderful bonds with my child. The office are very helpful and on hand to answer any questions we needed.
My child has recently started at Happy Days and I am very happy with the settling in process, staff are welcoming and have built some wonderful bonds with my child. The office are very helpful and on hand to answer any questions we needed.
My daughters graduation is a perfect example of just how much the staff care about the children and their families. They clearly put a lot of time and effort into making that morning one to remember. My daughter loves going to nursery which makes leaving her in the morning so much easier. My baby...
My daughters graduation is a perfect example of just how much the staff care about the children and their families. They clearly put a lot of time and effort into making that morning one to remember. My daughter loves going to nursery which makes leaving her in the morning so much easier. My baby boy is starting soon, and management has built a relationship with him since he was a week old. We love Happy Days and would recommend it to everyone.
He now loves going into nursery and gets so excited to see his key person and the...
He now loves going into nursery and gets so excited to see his key person and the other members of staff. Since starting at Happy Days, we have seen such a huge growth in his confidence and development.
We honestly couldn't have chosen a better environment for our child. The care, support and encouragement he has received have been amazing, and we are so grateful to the whole team at Happy Days.
We've been so happy with the nursery since my son started at 9 months old. He is now 1 and has settled in amazingly well. The staff are so caring and friendly and we always feel reassured knowing he is happy, safe and well looked after.
I honestly couldn't recommend the nursery enough. He...
We've been so happy with the nursery since my son started at 9 months old. He is now 1 and has settled in amazingly well. The staff are so caring and friendly and we always feel reassured knowing he is happy, safe and well looked after.
I honestly couldn't recommend the nursery enough. He absolutely loves going and gets so excited to arrive, which means so much to me as a parent. I am so grateful for all the care and support they give him and love seeing how much he has grown and developed.
My son has attended Happy Days since 18 months old and he has absolutely flourished. The staff take time to know every child as individuals and us as a family. Leaving him with Happy Days has never been a worry, their care and compassion is second to none and we will miss all of the staff so much...
My son has attended Happy Days since 18 months old and he has absolutely flourished. The staff take time to know every child as individuals and us as a family. Leaving him with Happy Days has never been a worry, their care and compassion is second to none and we will miss all of the staff so much when he leaves for school! Thank you!
Word cannot begin to describe how happy I am with Happy Days Nursery. staff are friendly and they look after the kids really well.You can tell by the way the kids relate to them. So many good things to write about.The support they give the kids is amazing.would recommend.
Word cannot begin to describe how happy I am with Happy Days Nursery. staff are friendly and they look after the kids really well.You can tell by the way the kids relate to them. So many good things to write about.The support they give the kids is amazing.would recommend.
My daughter has attended Happy Days Derriford from the age of 9 months old. Happy days has become one of our safe spaces for not only our daughter but us as parents. The level of care from the staff has been outstanding and I cannot recommend this nursery enough!! Every single staff member is...
Happy Days Derriford you are simply the best and I cannot thank you enough for the last 4 years!
Staff always very helpful and polite. I have always felt that my child is safe and cared for. She is fed nutritious and varied meals. My child is always happy and excited to attend nursery. There are plenty of activities for curious minds. They have access to outside space also. The management team...
Staff always very helpful and polite. I have always felt that my child is safe and cared for. She is fed nutritious and varied meals. My child is always happy and excited to attend nursery. There are plenty of activities for curious minds. They have access to outside space also. The management team are always accessible and easy to speaks to.
My child requires additional support, and Amber is fantastic, goes above and beyond to make sure their...
My child requires additional support, and Amber is fantastic, goes above and beyond to make sure their transition will be as smooth as possible. If I ever have another child I will be ensuring they attend Happy Days as I just don't trust anyone else with my child.
My daughter has been attending this nursery since she was around 9 months old. Starting in the baby room where they were amazing, so caring and attentive and understanding of a first time parents worries! They always kept us up to date and the office never made us feel silly for asking lots of...
She has progressed to the toddler room, now aged 2, I couldn't imagine her going to another nursery. Her key worker in explorers 3 Marika has been outstanding. She has an amazing bond with our daughter and can see the other kids adore her. Not only her, all of the nursery workers in that room we have come across have been fantastic. Our daughter is thriving, she loves going to nursery and gets so excited about it.
She enjoys the outdoor space they have and she goes out everyday they are creative with toys/games they play and she seems like she learns something new everytime she comes home! Their food menu is varied and appropriate age wise as well. I highly recommend this nursery!
We've been using Happy Days for about 7 months and couldn't be happier with our daughter's care. She started at 8 months, and I was naturally nervous, but the team were so understanding and supportive. The settling-in sessions really helped us both. She's now very happy there and has a lovely bond...
The Explorer 1 staff are lovely and give detailed handovers each day, plus we get updates and photos via the app. I also appreciate that they call if she's unwell or upset.
Their focus on security really stood out when my partner collected her. They checked his ID and PIN as they didn't recognise him, which I really valued.
Overall, we've had a fantastic experience and will be sad when she moves rooms! Thank you all! x
Two of my children have attended Happy Days Derriford for the last 2-3 years and the staff feel like an extension of our family. It feels like a home away from home for them and they will often ask when they are seeing their 'key-person' next. We have found the management team to be excellent when...
Two of my children have attended Happy Days Derriford for the last 2-3 years and the staff feel like an extension of our family. It feels like a home away from home for them and they will often ask when they are seeing their 'key-person' next. We have found the management team to be excellent when we have raised any issues and this is reflected in the professionalism, respect and kindness we are shown from the staff that care for our boys. All of the staff, including management, ensure they know each child and this reassures us that the boys are safe and loved whilst we are at work.. we can't walk through the nursery without the boys being greeted and welcomed. The nursery have been excellent at providing alternative food for our son with allergies and seating him at meal times without making him feel excluded. We think the sensory room is a wonderful addition and love how above and beyond they go at their Christmas event!
Alex has been attending Happy Days since Sept '23, and as we approach our final stretch before school, I have nothing but positive things to say about our experience. He has come on in leaps and bounds. He is so confident, and comes home every day with new stories, songs and adventures to share....
I cannot recommend Happy Days enough - 5* always.
My son has been in happy days since August 2025 and he's never been happier with where he is. I had such anxiety and nerves with starting him somewhere as he had only turned one and him being my only child but happy days derriford really reassured me, made me feel welcome and explained everything I...
My son comes home happy when he's spent the day there and when I take him into the nursery he walks straight in with a smile or his face.
Happy days opening hours are fab! Due to being a nurse, it has been difficult to find somewhere which are long hours but happy days have met these with no issues.
Thank you happy days for making me and my son feel so welcome at your nursery.
My daughter has been attending Happy Days Nursery derriford since she was 6 months old, she is now 2 and is loving it just as much as when she first began. The staff at happy days have been exceptional in providing my daughter with love and care for the days she attends. The amount of progress my...
My daughter has been attending Happy Days Nursery derriford since she was 6 months old, she is now 2 and is loving it just as much as when she first began. The staff at happy days have been exceptional in providing my daughter with love and care for the days she attends. The amount of progress my daughter has made since attending nursery is nothing less of incredible, and I can truly say this wouldn't have been the case if it wasn't for the help of the staff at Happy days. The rapport between not only the staff and children, but also the staff and parents creates a brilliant environment, and one where I as a parent feel really comfortable sending my child to. The communication from management is brilliant, and always have answers for any questions that are brought to them. All the staff in the rooms do an amazing job with my daughter, There is no doubt that all the staff care about the children they look after, and it shows through the relationships they build with them.
They truly do help children to flourish! No ask is too big or too small.
They staff are all so friendly, knowledgable and you know that they genuinely care for every single child.
I cannot thank them enough for...
They truly do help children to flourish! No ask is too big or too small.
They staff are all so friendly, knowledgable and you know that they genuinely care for every single child.
I cannot thank them enough for everything they have done and continue to do in supporting my children!
Wouldn't go anywhere else and recommend to everyone who needs a nursery recommendation.
I can't rate this nursery any higher. My little boy has settled in so well, and the staff have supported both him and myself through his whole journey. As with any parent, sending your little one to a childcare provider can be an anxious time but each and every one of the staff members have been...
The staff in his room are always attentive to his needs, and it feels as though they treat him like their own. They have even let him adopt one of the teddies (Mr Teds) as he loves him so much and would gravitate to him when there.
His key worker is wonderful with him and even has a little handshake with him.
The manager has been fantastic and has always done everything in her power to ensure that he has a positive experience. I can't thank her and the staff enough for the care that they have given my son.
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News (1) & Events (0)
- 26 Nov 2024
Happy Days Nurseries, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Nutrition Support Programme Quality Mark from the Early Years Alliance. This recognition highlights the nursery group’s...
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Awards / Recognitions (8)
- 31 Mar 2026Recipient: Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools
- 31 Mar 2025Recipient: Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools
- 28 Mar 2024Recipient: Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools
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Meet the Team (1)

Zara has worked in childcare for 17 years, 7 of those at Happy Days where she started as a Peripatetic Deputy Manager. Accompanied by her wealth of...
Zara has worked in childcare for 17 years, 7 of those at Happy Days where she started as a Peripatetic Deputy Manager. Accompanied by her wealth of experience, Zara has also received a Level 3 Diploma, a Level 4 Team leading qualification, and a Level 5 award in Management. Zara is loving her new role and enjoys building relationships with her colleagues and the families in her care.
Frequently Asked Questions about Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford
What is the Age Range of Children that Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford accepts?
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford Open?
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford is open: Monday 07:00-19:00, Tuesday 07:00-19:00, Wednesday 07:00-19:00, Thursday 07:00-19:00, Friday 07:00-19:00.
How many Children does Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford have capacity for?
Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford has capacity for a total of 146 Children.
How far is Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford to the centre of Plymouth?
3.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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