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Puddleducks Day Nursery Belfast

Grosvenor House, 5 Glengall Street, Belfast BT12 5AD
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Puddleducks Day Nursery Belfast, Belfast
Puddleducks Day Nursery Belfast, Belfast
Puddleducks Day Nursery Belfast, Belfast

Puddleducks Day Nursery is a 70 space day nursery in Belfast city centre, providing busy working parents with not only exceptional child-centred care, but also a convenient childcare solution right in the heart of the city. The modern, purpose built day Nursery, located on Glengall Street caters for 0-4 year olds. It is located just 2 minutes' waddle from Grand Central Station and is easily accessed via the main motorway...  

Funding & Fees

Full Time: £1,380 per month (5 full days per week) or £1099 (5 x 1/2 days per week)
Part Time (full day) £70.75 per day

Part Time (half day) £54.00 per 1/2 day

April 2026 prices

Puddleducks is registered with the Northern Ireland Childcare Subsidy Scheme (NICSS) which could offer you an additional 15% discount on your fees.

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Owner

  • BCM
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in charge

  • Sharon Malcolm (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 19

Registered Charity Number

  • NIC101271

Total Places for Children

  • 70

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 4 years 10 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-17:30
  • Tuesday 08:00-17:30
  • Wednesday 08:00-17:30
  • Thursday 08:00-17:30
  • Friday 08:00-17:30

When Closed

  • New Years Day, St Patricks Day, Easter Monday & Tuesday, May Day, 12th & 13th July, August Bank Holidays (end of month) & 1 week Christmas

Parking

  • Parking for pick-up and drop-off is available on site.

Puddleducks Day Nursery Belfast Reviews (135)

9.9

Puddleducks Day Nursery Belfast has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.927) out of 10, based on 24 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Puddleducks Day Nursery Belfast has 135 reviews.

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Review from John C (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Our son loves this nursery and raves about the staff who look after him on a daily basis. As parents, we find this very encouraging especially, as the staff are so attentive towards him, his needs and they genuinely care for him and his wellbeing. We couldn't recommend Puddleducks highly enough to prospective families.

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Review from Martin H (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2019 Submitted via Website
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Puddleducks Day Nursery is a fantastic environment for my son. The professional care and attention from the staff is exceptional and he loves going. I highly recommend this fabulous place to anyone.

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Review from Clare H (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2018 Submitted via Website
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Puddleducks Nursery is the only place I would be happy to leave my son while I'm at work. My son has been there since 9 months old and is now 3 years. The team are amazing, the manager is so supportive and friendly. The food my son gets every day is very nutritious and top quality.

The team go above and beyond to ensure every day is fun, educated and filled with adventure. The atmosphere is always exciting and fun. You can tell just from meeting the team that they all really care about our children and want nothing but the best at all times.

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Review from Swathi G (Mother of Child) published on 23 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Excellent care. Excellent learning. Nutritious food. Decent amenities. Very good convenience and cleanliness is good.

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Review from Obul Reddy K (Father of Child) published on 23 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Good care. Decent learning. Nutritious food. Decent amenities. Very good convenience and cleanliness is good.

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Review from Erin H (Mother of Child) published on 18 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son was at Puddleducks for 3 years, loved every moment of it and adored the whole team. Staff do an amazing job and instil confidence and peace of mind knowing your child is in a safe and friendly environment. We miss the staff heaps and my son still mentions all the names of those that cared for him on a frequent basis.

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Review from Caoimhe (Mother of Child) published on 11 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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We would wholeheartedly recommend Puddleducks. Our son has settled so well there and we have seen a big difference in his development since he started. The staff are all lovely, friendly and attentive to all of the children.

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Review from Louise M (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has been with Puddleducks for almost 10 months and I couldn't recommend the nursery and staff lightly enough! My daughter loves the nursery and has formed great bonds with the staff in her current room and the other children. My husband and I are both working parents and we are very content leaving our daughter here five days a week and know she is in very reliable hands! I also am so pleased with the different activities the staff plan for the children on a daily basis. Such a great place for children to learn and develop!

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Review from Barbara C (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Very caring and well-trained staff. Excellent city centre location with great child and parent-friendly facilities.

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Review from Joanne M (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Puddleducks since July 2017 and we are delighted with the care he receives there. He is very happy there and has a great relationship with staff. All staff are incredibly friendly and enthusiastic.

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Review from Lesley C (Mother of Child) published on 10 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son has been here for almost 3 years and he absolutely loves it. The staff are so caring and genuinely adore the children. Seeing my child so happy here makes it so much easier to leave him for the day. I cannot recommend this nursery highly enough.

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Review from Sophie G (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My daughter aged 3 only attended for a short period of time due to us relocating. I must say to begin with I was quite apprehensive as any parent would be sending their child to a new nursery, however, I can honestly say sending her to Puddleducks was the best decision we ever made. In the short space of time she attended, her development rocketed and her confidence shot up. My daughter went from screaming every time I left her in her previous nursery to literally pushing me out of the door in Puddleducks. The staff are all genuinely friendly and really care for children.

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Review from Rudramuni R (Father of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Good place for kids, the environment is very good. Service is excellent, very good teachers and management is very co-operative.

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Review from Piia L (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery in Belfast city centre, my son loves it and the staff. Everyone is very welcoming and I would recommend this nursery to anyone who is looking for a brilliant nursery!

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Review from Kate W (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My daughter attended Puddleducks Nursery last year and thrived in the environment.

The staff are confident and caring and clearly, enjoy being with the children. Management of the nursery is excellent with the manager being a very 'hands-on' and professional manager.

My little girl still talks about her experiences there. A great experience!

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Review from Sarah MC (Mother of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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We have truly valued the Puddleducks experience and would highly recommend to others. Our daughter has thrived and really enjoyed the quality of care and the excellent facilities provided. We also appreciate the drive for continuous improvement and the proactive approach to the training of staff to ensure the best care is given to our little ducklings!

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Review from Ross W (Father of Child) published on 9 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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Absolutely excellent, couldn’t recommend this place highly enough. A wonderful and caring environment staffed by committed and dedicated professionals.

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Review from Shane McC (Father of Child) published on 8 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My son has been attending Puddleducks for the last 4 months and I am very happy with the care he has received. My son has severe allergies and Puddleducks have been very accommodating to his needs. The staff are very friendly and attentive, and the facilities and activities are excellent. Puddleducks definitely come very highly recommended!

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Review from Kamalakar N (Father of Child) published on 8 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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It is close to work and my son enjoys all the activities done in his class, it's one of the best available in the city centre.

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Review from Jen B (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2018 Submitted via Website
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My eldest daughter has been to two different private day nurseries in Belfast, and while both are great, Puddleducks is exceptional. Under the leadership of the manager, so passionate about her work, the care and energy of the whole staff is second to none.

Here are my highlights...
Wonderful, caring staff.
Responsive to children, rather than enforcing an inflexible schedule etc.
Great outdoor space, used every day, in all weathers.
Bright, spacious & welcoming rooms.
Toys that facilitate imagination & creativity, they than flashy plastic prescriptive toys.
Child-led learning.
Good food.

Gender representation amongst staff, ie not 100% female.

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Meet the Team (5)

Sharon Malcolm Job Title: Manager Joined: 2012
Sharon Malcolm

Sharon has worked in the early years sector for over 20 years and has managed Puddleducks since it opened in 2012.

She is passionate about maximising the potential of all children in her care and has a particular interest in a child's emotional well-being, understanding that this is a fundamental area of child development to 'get right' in the very early years.

She has 2 children Evan & Connie, a puppy Archie and Garfield the cat!

Sharon loves the North coast and enjoys nothing more than a long dander on the beach with her children and Archie... finishing off with a bite to eat in the Harbour bistro!

Vicki Watton Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2012
Vicki Watton

Vicki has been working in Puddleducks since we 1st opened our doors back in 2012. She has a logical and methodical approach to her work and will go out of her way to offer support and guidance to any of the team, for which many of the team are grateful.

Vicki has worked closely with Sharon over the last 10 years to develop 'The Puddleducks Approach' to care and learning. She is passionate about Puddleducks being the best for all of the children who attend and works tirelessly to ensure best practice is implemented on a daily basis.

Outside of work, most of Vicki's time is spent with her nieces and nephews who she just loves to spoil.

Aynsley Brown Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2016
Aynsley Brown

Aynsley started in Puddleducks as a Nursery Assistant back in 2016 but she demonstrated strong leadership qualities and was soon promoted to Room Supervisor. In 2020, after successfully completing her Level 5 Play-work, she was promoted to Deputy Manager.

Aynsley's experience from completing the Playwork course has been beneficial to all of Puddleducks. She has shared her learning with all of the team and recognises the importance of purposeful play, loose parts in the play and managed risk-taking.

Aynsley has such a bubbly fun-filled personality which makes her impossible not to love!

She is a proud Mum to her baby boy Orson and makes the most of her spare time making wonderful memories as a family.

Zoe Haire Job Title: Room Supervisor Joined: 2019
Zoe Haire

Zoe was promoted to Room Supervisor within 4 months of starting in Puddleducks back in 2019. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience in their early years having worked in the sector for more than 10 years. Zoe has an eye for detail and makes sure that everything is 'just right' for all of the children under her care and supervision.

Zoe is the besotted Mum of Mya-Jayne (who comes to work with her mummy) and loves nothing more than family time with her, her partner and her dogs!

Lois Carson Job Title: Room Supervisor Joined: 2018
Lois Carson

Lois has been part of our Puddleducks family since 2018. She came to us as a student on placement when she was studying for her foundation degree in Early Childhood Studies (ECS). During college holidays, she worked as a nursery assistant and then was offered a full-time post on completion of her ECS course.

Lois has a very calming influence on the children and the rest of the team and finds the positives in every situation. When the opportunity for promotion came along, there was no hesitation in offering the role of Room Supervisor to Lois.

Lois is a keen skateboarder and loves getting to the beach where she enjoys surfing and bodyboarding! She also enjoys helping out at her parent's farm at the weekends.

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