Friends Day Nursery, Saintfield

Fantastic day nursery with dedicated and attentive staff. I am a mother of 2 children who have attended Friends for 9 months. Both love going in each day and gave secured friendships with other kids their age. It's great to hear their laughter when you collect them and hear about their action-packed day. The staff are devoted to the children and the facilities and food are excellent. I travel to come to this nursery and would highly recommend it!

Friends Day Nursery is fantastic, from the moment I met the manager I knew that this was the place I would send my children (1 & 3). It was clear that this establishment was purpose built for childcare and the rooms looked so inviting, colourful, relaxing and so much fun. The covid infection control plan/policy in place was very reassuring and put me at ease at a time when I was nervous about my children leaving the safety of our home. The staff were so lovely and reassuring as my children settled in and are experienced and know just how to support the children and parents at this time. My little boy had never been away from me and I felt that the approach taken by the staff in helping him cope and adapt was excellent and they were honest, caring and so patient. They quickly followed up on the app with a message and photos of him settled and engaged in his play and as a parent this is just invaluable and so appreciated! My little girl skips in and out each day!

My son (aged 4) has been at Friends since he was 9 months old. The staff are warm and welcoming and totally devoted to their role in caring for children. He is always happy to arrive and regular updates via the app let me see what he’s been up to. He has special needs (identified age 3) and the staff in the pre-school room have overwhelmed us with their care, knowledge, wealth of resources and dedication to help him achieve his potential linking in with OT, SLT and preschool teacher. They feel like an extended family who have been a large part of our support network, particularly over the last year.

My two kids (3 and 2) have recently started at Friends and have both settled really quickly and seem very happy in their new surroundings. The staff are very friendly and approachable, and the app they use is great for keeping in touch and getting updates on the kids day. I would highly recommend Friends to anyone looking childcare in the local area.

Friends Day nursery is outstanding. We placed my first son with them when he was a year and a half. He took time to settle as he had never been around other children and to say they were superb was an understatement. They really took the time to spend with him, keeping him safe and encouraged him to play and get involved. My oldest really came out of his shell and moved through the rooms with no hassle and became so outgoing. When the time came for mainstream school he had no issues because of all the work friends had done. When I had my second I took my oldest out as I was at home. When the time came to place both of them during covid I had full faith that they would look after both of them and ensure they were looked after and comforted. It goes without saying that they were also brilliant with the second one, treating him like another member of the family. My first also ran in the door back to his second home with all his friends. They offer great activities for the kids always busy and great food.

My 4 year old son has been attending Friends Day Nursery since he was a baby. He absolutely loves going to Friends and always has. The staff are amazing and are always extremely accommodating, friendly and professional. Attending Friends really helped my son's development and helped prepare him for preschool and now P1. I would highly recommend Friends to anyone considering private childcare options. They have been a huge support over the last 4 year's.

I have two children at Friends Day Nursery. Friends Nursery is a lovely, welcoming crèche with a wonderful team. Not only do the children have lots of fun but they are also taught through play, art and singing. You get a daily report as well as photos from an app so you always know how your little one is getting on throughout the day. I would highly recommend friends nursery, the team go above and beyond for your children. It's a pleasure to send my children here.

After a couple of false starts at previous childcare facilities, we can honestly say that our daughter is settled at Friends and we are relieved that she is safe and being looked after.

Friends is a wonderful nursery. My kids (3 and 1) both attend and have a great time each day they are there. My daughter has attended since she was 1 and has always been so well looked after in each room. The staff are attentive and engaging with our kids and we always know they will be well looked after during their time there.

Highly recommend Friends, it has been fantastic for both my 6 year old and 3 year old. Both attended since babies, they love and have loved going to nursery, it's a good, busy fun-packed day. Staff are very welcoming and accommodating. 5*.

Our daughter has always enjoyed going to Friends, she has been attending for two years now and is happy when she goes in and when we pick her up every day. The staff and owners have always been friendly, professional and helpful. There have never been any issues with changes related to schedule we have needed from time to time, which has helped us manage our work schedules. We would highly recommend Friends to anyone choosing a day nursery.

We are so grateful to all of the staff at Friends for providing our children with a real home away from home, and us with the reassurance that they are being looked after by the best.

My 3rd child is currently attending Friends on a full-time basis. My older children aged 15 and 11 also attended Friends in their early years. Friends has been absolutely amazing for all my children, fantastic for their development, early education and social skills. My daughter runs into Friends each morning and never looks back. She loves all the daily activities such as painting, craft and outdoor play. She enjoys all the nutritious meals and snacks. All staff at Friends are extremely helpful, friendly and go above and beyond what is required. Friends is like an extension of my own family. Staff are so supportive and helpful. I would be lost without Friends.

I would highly recommend to anyone. 10 out of 10!

I highly recommend Friends Day Nursery. They have been so accommodating to me and my daughter. They were patient with my daughter as she adjusted to daycare and they were kind and caring towards me especially when I was upset the first time I left her off. The care they provide is exceptional.

The staff are amazing at Friends Day Nursery, Saintfield, always happy and friendly. My daughter always skips on the way in, and on the way out. She always enjoys her time at Friends Day Nursery and has time to play, paint and get to know everyone. Thanks for all the hard work.