Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Derriford

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

My son started nursery last year when he was 8 months old the staff were so reassuring. My son loves going to nursery the activities they do every day are great and the food menu is very varied. My son is always happy at drop off/pick up which is a big sign he enjoys nursery. The staff are so lovely I would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.

Happy Days Derriford is a friendly, welcoming nursery. Our daughter is very happy and always skips in with a smile. To quote my 3yr old "my teacher is the best" that is all I need to know as a parent. They are also so accommodating about her dairy intolerance I know she is in safe and caring hands.

Our son loves this nursery so much. Since starting he has become more confident, his speech has improved and he’s learning so much. The staff are encouraging, nurturing and very friendly. They make delicious homemade meals and our son often comes home with artwork which is lovely. Thank you for everything.

The child is at the centre of what they do. Fun filled days which have allowed my child to grow. I never worry about his day at nursery. Food is cooked on site which he enjoys. They do long days for those of us working in healthcare with unpredictable finish times and early starts. Very accommodating if a last minute extra day is needed.

I have been looking for a nursery that fits my values so that my two year old could socialise with other children his age. The staff at Happy Days Derriford were so welcoming and answered any questions we had whilst being friendly and approachable. My child had two settling in sessions where his key worker took the time to get to know him and his likes and dislikes, and he barely even noticed me leaving as he was having such a good time. I can’t wait for him to start properly next week!

Since Covid restrictions have been lifted, it has been lovely being able to go into the nursery for drop-off and pick up and get back to normality. All through the lockdown, the nursery has been very professional and cautious and the staff have made the children and parents feel at ease through a difficult time.

Really happy with how my little boy has come along with his speech and how well behaved he is. He is always so happy after spending the day with the team and all his little friends. I’m very grateful that he is so settled there.

Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford is such a welcoming nursery. The staff are so friendly and helpful, putting the children's needs first. There is a wide range of activities and resources. The days are fun-filled and action-packed, and educational. My children have been very happy!

My daughter has been in attendance since she was 9 months old and has flourished since being there. All the staff members are friendly and so attentive to the children and their needs. We are coming to the end of our time at Happy Days as my daughter will be leaving to start school, her key worker and the assistants in her room have helped ready her for this transition. I'm only sorry there isn't another Happy Days nursery nearer to the city centre so that my second child could attend a nursery with the same ethos/management style etc.

Our son started at Happy Days in August 2021 and has been very happy there. All the staff are very friendly and helpful and our little one is thriving. They have helped us in encouraging him to crawl and now walk as well as feeding from beakers and feeding himself. Thank you all so much.

The menu is varied, healthy and sounds delicious.

The facilities are appropriate, fun and clean, with ever changing themes.

I have no hesitation in recommending this nursery to anybody who is looking for a home from home for their child.

Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Derriford has been an excellent, friendly and caring place for our child before and throughout the pandemic. His creativity has been nurtured and celebrated and we are very happy with the standard of care given.

Amazing nursery and I feel very grateful my child is able to attend here.