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Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford

Unit 3a, Derriford Business Park, Derriford, Plymouth, Devon PL6 5QZ
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Staff are so supportive and I really appreciate everything they have done for my childrenHollie W(Mother of Child)
Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford, Plymouth
There is a great variety of toys, books and activitiesKerri M(Mother of Child)
Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford, Plymouth
They are amazing, trustworthy and you really feel rest assured that your children are in good handsP D(Father of Child)
Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford, Plymouth

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 year

Full days available

Yes

Group / Owner

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

Full Day Care Fees
0–2 Years: £72.22 per day (08:00–18:00)
2–3 Years: £72.22 per day (08:00–18:00)
Over 3 Years: £72.22 per day (08:00–18:00)

Government funding is available and can be used to reduce daily fees. Further information is available on our website, or you can call and speak with our knowledgeable nursery team. We’re here to ensure you receive all the support and funding you’re entitled to.

Please note, fee information is correct as of Dec 2025.

For fee information, contact the Nursery directly.

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Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.884) out of 10, based on 43 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford has 210 reviews.

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Review from P D (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My child has gone to happy days for a couple of years and so did my other child.
They are amazing, trustworthy and you really feel rest assured that your children are in good hands when you drop them off.
They are by far the best nursery you could possibly imagine and the people are fantastic. The food they give the children is 100% and they always have their best interest at heart.
They communicate with you every step of the way and will give you a full brief of how your child has done for the day which includes naps, play time, food and drink who they play with and what they have enjoyed the most.

This nursery has ticked every box for me and they go above and beyond for you.

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Review from Zara H (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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This nursery and its staff have been absolutely amazing. They've been fantastic with our child, always keeping us updated on what's going on with her and how she's doing with the other children. They even give us little report cards at the end of the day!
They always make sure to communicate with us which we really appreciate, and they're very understanding if a situation comes up.

The staff are really friendly and always helpful. We're very happy we chose them for our nursery.

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Review from Kerri M (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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We are really happy with Happy Days Derriford for our son. There is a great variety of toys, books and activities and plenty of opportunities for playing outside. He is extremely happy there. We are particularly grateful for input and support with his speech delay; there have been regular educational plans which have been discussed with us and he is progressing brilliantly. I have highly recommended this nursery to friends and will continue to do so.

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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My child absolutely loves Happy Days Nursery and is always so excited to attend. I have seen her confidence grow since joining and she always has so much to tell me about her day. The staff are fab and so friendly! She eats so well and has such a varied menu on offer, it’s great to know she is so well looked after!

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Review from Becky E (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Since we been going to happy days we cannot fault the nursery and the team at all. Everyone is more than helpful when needed and the team in the explorer rooms are amazing! Our son has developed so much over the months he’s been with happy days. We can’t thank them enough for their care and support. The team are a credit to the nursery and you can tell they love the children by how much the children love them.

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Review from Jess M (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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I cannot fault Happy Days Derriford, I’m always kept up to date with activities of the day etc. throughout Covid, again kept up to date and cannot praise the staff enough on how they dealt with cases. I would 100% recommend the nursery!

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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Since having my son at Happy Days his speech has come on leaps and bounds. I was so afraid to send him as he’s shy in new environments but he absolutely loves it. The change in the way he acts at home is lovely too. He listens to me when I call his name and helps tidy toys. I think that has a lot to do with the wonderful staff at Happy Days.

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Review from R P (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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We have very much loved and enjoyed seeing our little boy grow in confidence and leave nursery at the end of the day with a big smile on his face. Now we are able to pick up from the classroom we have seen in person how much he is enjoying it and how happy he is with his teachers. Since joining Happy Days he has come on leaps and bounds and we feel it has massively benefited him in all ways. All members of staff have been very friendly and welcoming and our child has been very comfortable with all members of staff he has encountered.

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Review from David S (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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I am so glad we ended up choosing Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford for our son to go to. He's been there for about a year now and we honestly cannot fault anything, the staff are brilliant with himand you can tell they truly care for him.

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Review from H C (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My little girl’s happy place! Staff are absolutely amazing. They made the transition of going back to work so easy. I feel comfortable and confident leaving her there every day knowing she is having the best time. Well done team!

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Review from Leanne S (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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After moving my son from a nursery that needs no introduction. We are so happy with how he has progressed at the old nursery none of the staff would even say hello to him. Whether they couldn't be bothered or didn't know his name, who knows but all the staff always say good morning to him by name. As they do with all the children, the staff are all really friendly so pleased we moved him his speech has progressed and it's lovely to see how happy he is when I drop him off to his room, when picking him up the staff are always interacting with the children. I feel extremely confident he is well looked after and happy at happy days !!

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Review from Mateusz M (Father of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Nursery is safe, very peaceful, very clean just perfect for the kids. Staff is always very welcoming and helpful. Our daughter loves her new nursery. It's a pleasure to have such a wonderful place for our baby girl.

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Review from S P (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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I love my little girl going to this nursery, I feel very safe to leave her there and I know she is in the best hands, her room is a lovely size and they are always doing great activities. The staff and nursery assistants are all amazing and great patience

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Review from Suzy N (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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My little one has come on leaps and bounds since going to Happy Days Derriford, she has thoroughly enjoyed her time there. This month she has enjoyed all the activities and meeting the easter bunny. She struggled going back to nursery after having a few days off for easter but the staff have been so kind and understanding and now she is back to her normal self. She has so much confidence and I think it's all thanks to Happy Days.

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Review from Gabrielle B (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Happy Days Derriford have been super helpful to us from removing our daughter from an unsatisfactory childminder. Our daughter has blossomed at Happy Days. She was very shy when she started and an extremely fussy eater, she is now so excited to go to nursery, she doesn’t even look back to say bye!! And her eating habits have improved both in nursery and at home. Her transition from Nursery to School in September will hopefully be a smooth one thanks to the staff's hard work and patience. We would highly recommend Happy Days Derriford.

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Review from Mel B (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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I'm so pleased with my child's progress and care at Happy Days Derriford. The staff in his room are fantastic and it doesn't matter who greets us at the door, everyone is so warm and welcoming to my son. I'm always impressed by the range of meals and snacks given to the children, and I've recently had the plan for preparing my child for starting school which looks fantastic and thorough. I highly recommend this nursery.

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Review from Jess H (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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The nursery have been so welcoming to both of my children, my youngest loves going into her room and is always happy to leave me at drop off! My son is more shy but with the exceptional support of his key worker he really enjoys his days at nursery and is always very excited to tell me about what he has been doing. They are always doing lots of fun activities and I am confident leaving both of my children in their care.

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Review from Sophie B (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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The staff and management were really helpful and welcoming when settling my little one into the nursery and were very understanding. The whole nursery team are welcoming to both parents and the children. The activities offered are varied and healthy nutritious meal is made every day for my child. I know he is in safe hands when he’s at nursery and enjoys all the activities and sensory toys they have to offer.

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Review from Lauren G (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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An amazing nursery. So glad I changed my daughter's previous nursery to this one. A very welcoming, supportive, lovely bunch of ladies (& gent!). My daughter has thrived since being a part of Happy Days Derriford and wish I had done it sooner!

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Review from Sally S (Mother of Child) published on 27 April 2022 Submitted via Website
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Lovely nursery with a good atmosphere. Staff are friendly and approachable. Settle in sessions were perfect for my daughter as she adjusted to starting nursery, she gets excited when we talk about taking her in.

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  • 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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Zara Austin
Zara AustinJob Title:Nursery Manager

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.

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