Howell's Nursery

Howell's School, Llandaff (GDST), Cardiff Road, Cardiff CF5 2YD
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Every day is a new adventure at Howell's Nursery. From pulling on wellies and exploring the green garden, splashing in the pool during their weekly swimming lessons to hunting for pirate treasure with their PE coaches and finding high notes and low sounds in their music sessions. No two days are the same; book a visit and see what the nursery is up to this week.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Howell's School Llandaff (GDST)
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Laura Davies (Head of Early Years)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 4

Total Places for Children

  • 40

Age Range

  • from 3 years 0 months
  • to 4 years 11 months

Funding & Fees

  • The annual fees for full-time students (attending 10 sessions a week) amount to £9,695.01, which includes lunches.

  • We offer morning and afternoon sessions to provide flexibility for parents, with fees calculated on a pro-rata basis.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:45-17:45
    Tuesday 07:45-17:45
    Wednesday 07:45-17:45
    Thursday 07:45-17:45
    Friday 07:45-17:45

When Closed

  • School Holidays (holiday club available)

Parking

  • There is a visitors' car park onsite.

Howell's Nursery Reviews (20)

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Howell's Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.975) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Howell's Nursery has 20 reviews.

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Review from M V (Mother of Child) published on 11 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have two daughters who have been at Howell's nursery in the past year and I've had the most wonderful experience with them. Both my girls absolutely love going in to nursery every day. The staff and nursery teachers are all so warm and welcoming and it feels just like a little family there. Right
from the beginning with registering them for nursery up until now (4 terms in), there has been so much personal care and communication on their part which really shows how much they value your child being at their school.
My younger daughter was struggling in her previous nursery but once she turned 3 and started at Howell's, I've noticed a huge change come over her. She's so much more confident and happy and loves to chat about her day at school.
We've had the best experience with Howell's and would always recommend it to anyone.
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Review from Jessica D (Mother of Child) published on 27 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been at Howell's nursery since she turned three and has really thrived there. She adores all of the staff and they are so caring and nurturing that she is excited to go in every day. The facilities and timetable are fantastic, including cooking, swimming and forest school and are really
engaging for our daughter. The wrap around care is also first rate and we find everything very organised with great communication. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery.
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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 17 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My goodness, what a wonderful place. This was the best decision that we as a family have made to date. In the first term of the year my daughter's confidence has grown, she is absolutely thriving. She has never been so happy, it's a testament to hard work of the team.
The staff are absolutely amazing;
warm, nurturing and genuinely dedicated to each child's wellbeing and development. Howells is an environment where the girls feel supported, engaged and happy. Every day is filled with creativity - from imaginative play and outdoor adventures to early learning activities that spark curiosity and confidence.
Communication with parents is excellent; we always know what our daughter has been doing during the school day. The environment is beautifully maintained, safe and thoughtfully designed to inspire exploration and independence
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Review from Jo G (Mother of Child) published on 10 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Moving my daughter to Howell's Nursery when she was 4 was the best decision I made. She transitioned from another provider, and the warm, homely atmosphere at Howell's made her feel settled and happy straight away.
The staff are incredibly nurturing and take a truly individualised approach. They've
really helped build her confidence, and it's been amazing to see how much she has grown and thrived since starting. The nursery offers an excellent range of activities including music, PE, swimming lessons, cookery, and forest school - all of which she thoroughly enjoys. All meals are provided too, which is a great bonus for working parents.


What really stands out is how well Howell's has supported her in preparing for the move to prep school, all while keeping her in a safe and caring environment. She's been able to learn, explore, and develop at her own pace, with gentle encouragement and lots of praise. We're so grateful to the team for everything they've done.

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Review from Joanne W (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had two daughters that attended Howell's Nursery and I have my youngest currently attending. All my children have flourished in nursery. The nursery staff are outstanding, extremely nurturing and my children have the most beautiful relationship with all the staff. The staff gained their trust
almost immediately and, as a parent, I felt they were in a warm and loving environment. The children are given lots of time to explore, play and become little independent learners.
All of my children's confidence grew in nursery and they could not wait to get into nursery in the mornings to see their favourite teachers. The staff are honest and caring, you can see this by the way the children interact with them.
I could not have wished for a better experience for my children's first time in an educational setting. I would recommend Howell's Nursery wholeheartedly.
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Review from Jenna C (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love the nursery at Howell's Nursery. The space feels warm, welcoming and inspires creativity. There are so many engaging activities that the girls take part in, there is something for them to look forward to each day. It makes learning so much fun. And the teachers, the wonderful teachers. Our daughter
runs to them with open arms every morning. They are kind, understanding, patient - just absolutely lovely. We are so happy to be a part of the nursery class at Howell's. Can't imagine our little one being anywhere else.
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Review from P R (Mother of Child) published on 29 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attended Howell's Nursery last year, and it was a home away from home for her. She absolutely adored her teachers and looked forward to going there every day. All staff are exceptional and make sure each child gets individual attention and nurturing, while maintaining a great balance of
academics and playtime. I would highly recommend Howell's to parents looking to enroll their child in nursery.
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Review from Chuhan J (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love the place. All staff know every child. They look after the kids with patience. They are genuinely proud of the kids when they make even small steps/improvements. I feel very comfortable and safe to have them look after my children.
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Review from Olwen J (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been blown away by the excellent care our daughter has received since starting at Howell's. Her teachers are wonderful and she has developed so much in the few months she's been there. She looks forward to going every day and that's all we can ask for, we couldn't recommend it more.
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Review from Sally M (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter was very nervous to start nursery, the nerves disappeared very quickly! This is down to the outstanding staff. The staff were simply wonderful, they were so nurturing towards them. It felt like home from home! The activities and learning were to a really high standard. The only tears I had
were on occasions of not wanting to leave nursery as too much fun was being had. If I had my time again, I would always choose Howell's. Thank you to all the wonderful staff for making the earliest learning years so memorable, and the best start for education.
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Review from Helen H (Grandmother of Child) published on 13 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My granddaughter was really happy in Howell's Nursery from day 1 - the teachers and all staff are very welcoming to both my granddaughter and to me. The communication between nursery and home is excellent with really quick responses and regular detailed updates on what the girls do in class. There
are many opportunities to meet with the teachers and communicate via email if needed as well as termly parents' evenings / meet with the teacher and a chance to see the progress your child has made by looking at their workbooks. My granddaughter has grown immensely in both academic achievement and confidence since starting at Howell's Nursery and has been very happy there - the atmosphere at the school is very welcoming and friendly and the staff show great kindness to my husband and myself when we are either visiting or collecting our granddaughter from school. There is a superb learning environment - with each girl feeling cared for and well supported throughout their time in Howells.
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Review from B L (Father of Child) published on 13 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter had a fantastic experience at Howell's Nursery, made great friends, learnt so much, and got a real head start when moving on to reception. The staff and facilities are fantastic here, they really care and put so much into making it a great experience for the girls. Our daughter was always
keen to go, the only time we had tears was when she couldn't go in because she was sick.
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Review from Rhian L (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Howell Nursery gave my daughter a truly fantastic start. The teachers were committed to each and every child as an individual- always communicative with us as parents too. My daughter's confidence came on leaps and bounds during her time at Howells Nursery. The environment is immaculately clean and
the food provided to the girls encouraged them to enjoy mealtimes and broaden their palate. The whole atmosphere of the school is interwoven with kindness and happiness- we always felt welcome and part of the family. Our daughter progressed so much during her time at the nursery- however, for her everything was a game loaded full of fun. Our daughter begged to go to nursery every single day! Truly outstanding experience. Outstanding value.
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Review from A L (Mother of Child) published on 11 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has thrived since joining Howell’s Nursery. Her confidence grows day by day, it’s a joy to watch. It is so comforting to know she is so well supported in all aspects, not only academically but pastorally. She loves her nursery and her teachers so much.
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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have three daughters, all of whom have attended Howells Nursery. Each one of them has their distinct personality and yet each one has thrived in the nurturing nursery environment. The staff are fantastic at building a child’s confidence whilst providing excellent teaching and emotional support. They
are always kind, caring, and compassionate. The nursery also has beautiful facilities and a warm welcoming atmosphere.
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Review from Elin R (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Howell's Nursery is such a caring, welcoming and nurturing environment. All the staff are exceptional and my daughter is so happy here. She has progressed socially, emotionally and academically far beyond my expectations and this is because she is supported by the staff in a caring environment. I can
see such positive changes in her every day. She comes home with the sweetest stories which clearly show what a lovely time she has. The facilities are beautiful and there is such a range of play spaces, creative spaces, learning spaces and outdoor spaces. The staff are so approachable and easy to contact. I couldn’t recommend Howells Nursery any more highly! Absolutely fantastic.
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Review from H H (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been so happy in Howell's Nursery from day 1 - the teachers and allied staff have always been so welcoming to both my daughter and to me. The communication between parents and teachers is excellent with quick responses and regular updates on what the girls have been up to in class. There
are lots of opportunities to meet with the teachers and communicate via email if needed as well as having termly parents' evenings and a chance to see the progress your child has made by looking at their workbooks. My daughter has grown immensely in confidence since starting at Howell's Nursery and has been very happy there - the atmosphere at the school is very welcoming and friendly.
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Review from Gabriella R (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All three of my daughters have attended the nursery at Howell's and no words can describe my experience as a parent, it just wouldn't do the teachers and/or the school justice. The care, attention to detail and nurture is second to none, absolutely brilliant. My girls have experienced both independent
nursery settings and Howell's Nursery and as far as comparison goes, Howell's Nursery comes out top. The education element is far superior as well as the imaginative and outdoor play. Mine have always loved going in and have been enthusiastic to attend nursery due to the fact they always feel safe and the teachers are basically their second 'Mums'. Never felt more reassured and comfortable with any other nursery setting.
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Review from Joanne P (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been thriving since joining Howell's school. The curriculum is varied and student-centred. The teachers have a real passion for their pupils and are extremely nurturing. I would highly recommend Howell's Nursery for your daughter.
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Review from Alison S (Mother of Child) published on 22 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Cannot rate highly enough.
The whole nursery experience has been exemplary.
Our daughter has been cared for and loved each and every day by staff.
As soon as you enter the nursery you can feel what a welcoming and magical experience it is for little ones.
Decorations are well thought out and add
to the whole experience.
Has a safe and new playground with lots of activities.
It is spotlessly clean.
Staff are amazing! Very nurturing and make every day fun for the girls. They treat the girls like their own.
Girls are given the opportunity to learn languages and take part in ballet lessons in addition to their daily fun.
After-school care/staff are wonderful and provide delicious snacks for the children.
You can feel the kindness and love the girls experience throughout the day.
Truly we could not have asked for better.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.975)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.975) out of 10 for Howell's Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.975 for Howell's Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (235 Excellents x 5) + (4 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 240 Ratings = 4.975
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Howell's Nursery is based on 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 40 number of registered child places is 8, which has been reached with 20 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (1)

Laura

Laura Davies

Job Title: Head of Early Years Joined: 2004

With more than 20 years of experience, our Head of Early Years Miss Laura Davies combines Roald Dahl's Miss Honey's passion for educating and inspiring bright minds with the efficiency and high standards of Mary Poppins. Her Nursery girls enjoy dedicated one-to-one support, allowing them to develop their numeracy, literacy and penmanship skills, getting them Reception-ready by the time they complete their Nursery journey.

Frequently Asked Questions about Howell's Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Howell's Nursery accepts?

Howell's Nursery accepts Children aged from 3 years 0 months to 4 years 11 months.

What Days & Hours is Howell's Nursery Open?

Howell's Nursery is open: Monday 07:45-17:45, Tuesday 07:45-17:45, Wednesday 07:45-17:45, Thursday 07:45-17:45, Friday 07:45-17:45.

How many Children does Howell's Nursery have capacity for?

Howell's Nursery has capacity for a total of 40 Children.

How far is Howell's Nursery to the centre of Cardiff?

1.7 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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