Happitots Nursery Boddam

Buchan Station, Station Road, Boddam, Peterhead AB42 3AR
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Happitots Nursery Boddam is located at Buchan Braes, Aberdeenshire. Happitots Nursery Boddam is part of award winning Thrive Childcare.

Delighted to have been awarded NMT Nursery Group Award 2018.

The nursery offers quality childcare and education for children from birth to five years of age.

Open Monday – Friday, 7am - 6pm the long opening hours help cater to the needs of parents. Funded hours available for 3-5-year-olds as well as eligible 2-year-olds - and now offer extended funded hours, up to 22.5 hours per week.

They are in partnership with Aberdeenshire Council to offer 2-year-old and pre-school funding. Contact them for more information.

The nursery provides healthy and nutritious meals and snacks, included in fees, from an onsite chef, using the freshest of ingredients and where possible organic.

Parents benefit from; monthly newsletters, parents evenings, Children’s Interests Association Committee, E-learning Journals and car parking, allowing for easy drop off and collection.

Offer flexible, part-time and full-time session plans. Sibling discount is available.

The Nursery Manager has a childcare career spanning over 40 years, with 25 of these having been spent managing childcare services. Despite seeing many changes during this time, their passion for childcare and getting it right for every child is still as strong as it was when they first entered the sector.

The nursery provides a warm welcoming, family friendly environment where you can bring your little one feeling confident in the knowledge that you are leaving them with a dedicated team in a safe, warm and nurturing environment that has been developed to offer them a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Linda Adamson (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 15

Total Places for Children

  • 58

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Contact us to learn more about our competitive fee structure. Funded spaces available.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Happitots Nursery Boddam Reviews (57)

9.0

Happitots Nursery Boddam has a Review Score of 9.0 (9.023) out of 10, based on 7 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Happitots Nursery Boddam has 57 reviews.

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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My child started last year when I returned to work. They have very quickly settled in and appear to enjoy their days there. The app used lets me know all of what they have been up to and although a bit repetitive they are stimulating activities.
Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you for taking the time to write your review. It is most appreciated by ourselves and the team at the nursery.
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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 12 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has attended Happitots for 2 years now and we couldn’t fault the nursery setting at all. My son can’t wait get there in the mornings and has asked on occasion to stay when I collect him, think that speaks for itself about the staff and the activities they get up to. The staff are always very
welcoming on drop off and ready with any details from the day on pick up. The manager runs a very good team and the nursery is very clean and safe for the little ones. We love that they are out playing in the garden or on a walk most days unless the weather is really bad.
Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you for your fabulous review, it is so wonderful to hear how your son is thriving, the team are delighted to read the reviews, thank you from the Thrive team.
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Review from P A (Father of Child) published on 5 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son had been going to this nursery for over 6 months. He enjoys going now that he has settled in.
Staff are very accommodating for his food allergy needs and having the app which updates us with what he has been doing that day is great also.
I think being at nursery has helped his development
and his speech has improved a lot.
Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you for your lovely review, it's wonderful to hear how your son is thriving, the team will be delighted to hear this. Thanks again, the thrive team.
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Review from Jordan S (Uncle of Child) published on 24 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Manager and the team provide a safe, active and friendly environment for children from our personal experience. Always friendly and informative when dropping off and picking up with no issues. Would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a nursery.
Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you very much for your glowing review and recommendation, it is much appreciated and the team will be delighted to read it, thank you from the team at Thrive.
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Review from Florina C (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
It's a very good nursery! Every time I need information, they are there to offer it. My child is taken good care of while there. It was interesting the adapting time, but now he seems happy at the drop-off and pick-up.
The reason for not giving five stars is because of the food they get. I understand
the culture is different in every country, but there are days when my child is not getting any nutrition from the food received. I am not saying it has to be organic just would be helpful to get his five a day and meat. Not keen on too many sweet snacks, especially for children under two years old.
One more thing - my child is barefoot every time I pick him up. I understand they can't keep putting them on when they fall off, but my child was ill quite often and that may be one of the reasons too.
The staff are really nice all the time. I would have liked the app to be better; I don't get the everyday update of my child there, sometimes the day after or two days after, but they don't tell me when I pick him up.
Reply from Linda Adamson, Manager at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. It was a pleasure meeting with you today to discuss and answer the questions you had regarding the app and our menus.
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Review from V B (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Have used this nursery for both my children. Staff are excellent, especially the manager/assistant managers - nothing is too much effort for them.
My son, who is at the nursery at the moment, loves going in and has a great time doing all the activities whilst he’s there.
Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Wonderful to hear. Thank you ever so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review; it means a lot to the team to receive this lovely feedback.
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Review from N C (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son enjoys his time at nursery and often asks if he can go when it's a non-nursery day! I like that they spend time outdoors playing, going for walks and the harbour. Updating of the app can often be delayed and lacks photos, just a suggestion to do a bit more in that area. The activities are varied,
and I think the crafts/cards they do for Christmas, Easter and Valentine's are great.
Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you ever so much for your feedback; it means a lot to the team that you and your son are happy in our nursery. Thank you also for your suggestion regarding the photos on the app, and the team…read more
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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been using this nursery for a number of years now and I don’t have one bad thing to say about the place or staff.
On drop off the staff are very friendly and welcoming to my children.
On collection, I get full detailed reports as to what the kids played with and who they played with that day.
I’m also told what they had for snacks and lunch and how much they’ve eaten.
The kids come home happy every day and can’t wait to go back to see the teachers the next day.
Management is great, they go above and beyond every time.
Keep up the good work ladies!
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We really appreciate your positive comments, our team will be delighted to read them. We are delighted to hear your children love nursery so much,…read more
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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have been using this nursery setting for many years now and both of my daughters have loved their time there.
My youngest comes home full of smiles and talks of all the things they have been up to that day. I especially like how they are outdoors for walks or in the large garden area whenever possible
which my daughter loves.
Whenever entering the nursery there are always different activities for the children to play with. From painting to different messy play areas which always goes down well with my little one.
The staff are lovely, brilliant with the children and always on hand to give any information of what they have been up to throughout the day.
Would highly recommend this nursery to anyone.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us, it is wonderful to hear that both your daughters have loved their time at nursery and you've been happy with the activities we have on offer. We…read more
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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been attending Happitots Boddam since he was 15 months old and has had the experience of each room as he has progressed through the nursery. I can honestly say I would highly recommend, the support and care my son has received has been more than I could have asked. He experiences a range
of different activities throughout the day which have helped so much with his development, for a long time my son struggled with his speech and the staff have been super on the ball with supporting him and he has come on leaps and bounds. I always receive a detailed report at the end of the day regarding his food intake, his toileting needs, the activities he has been up to and his behaviour throughout the day.
Anytime I have ever had an issue it has been addressed and sorted from management as soon as.
My son has always struggled whenever I have left him with anyone other than me, but that little boy runs into nursery everyday he's in with the biggest smile on his face.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us, it is so lovely to read your positive comments. It is wonderful to hear that you are happy with the range of activities on offer as well the support…read more
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Review from Daniel A (Father of Child) published on 2 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Very well-run nursery. Both of my children love going to the nursery. Staff and management very helpful and welcoming. Staff always welcome you into the building and tell you what the children have been up to that day.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Associate at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us, we are delighted to hear that both of your children enjoy nursery so much. We really appreciate your lovely comments.
Thank you again,
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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 13 September 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 2.0 out of 5
Care and activities for children below the standard a parent would expect.
My child has been going there for a few years now and the provision of care has gradually gotten worse. Staff are not particularly nurturing, I see little or no affection being given towards the children.
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have no idea what my child gets up to as the only feedback I receive is they had a great day, spent all day in the garden etc. I do get a detailed overview of every morsel of food they have been offered that day, which my child usually corrects once we have left.
Management is responsive when have been concerns raised but sceptical that changes are implemented and that training of staff is continuous.
I have been very close to pulling out my child but they have formed close friendships with the children there and they are very routine-based, though I might have no option if the quality of care does not improve soon.
Reply from Jemma Binanti, Marketing Executive at Happitots Nursery Boddam
Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. Meeting the needs of all the children in our care is central to what we do, we’re sorry that your experience didn’t match your expectations.…read more
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Review from Amanda S (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my three year old and one year old attend Happitots Nursery Boddam and have done since they were nione months old. They attend regularly and now on weekends even ask if they can go to nursery. I think that says a huge amount about how much of a positive impact the staff have on our children. They
absolutely love them all and enjoy every second of being with their nursery family.
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Review from Ernesta B (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I’m so happy that my son attending to Happitots Boddam nursery. He learned so many new things in those years. We are from Lithuania, and we speak in our own language at home but he started to speak English so well. He is so happy that they have a lot of activities at nursery such as playing in the garden,
singing, dancing, painting and cooking. All staff care for my kid with love and he can feel that he is going to nursery and feeling like he is at home. Many thanks for all stuff, you do such a great job all.
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Review from David G (Grandfather of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Wonderful staff, the manager is excellent, runs a very good nursery. Excellent care and facilities. Clean and safe. Children's learning and activities are first class.
The manager ensures all children are well-catered and cared for.
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Review from Stacey W (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happitots is a brilliant nursery. Our daughter has been there since February 2023 and she has settled in so well. The staff are brilliant with the children and the food they get is very nutritious and healthy. Brilliant nursery.
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Review from C G (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter attends Happitots Nursery Boddam and absolutely loves it. They do lots of fun activities with them and even walks to the park and out and about. I feel she has come on so much since starting nursery when she was two and half years with counting the alphabet and how she is with friendships
and her little sister.
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Review from C M (Mother of Child) published on 16 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff at the nursery are great. The manager is very approachable and clearly knowledgeable. The food is fantastic.
I had viewed several nurseries in the area with my partner. We knew this would be where our son would be going within minutes of setting foot in here. It's secure, the environment
is great and there is a lovely big back garden.
My son has been going for 4 years and I would highly recommend it.
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Review from Sarah W (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery isn't shiny and new from the outside but the staff inside make it the excellent place it is. They are caring and nurturing and take enjoyment out of seeing our children develop and grow alongside us. The staff are supportive, accommodating and respond to feedback efficiently. We wouldn't
hesitate to recommend this nursery.
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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 14 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
They are all I was hoping for in a nursery, they put a high value on outside time which I really appreciate. My little boy had a choking incident and the staff knew exactly what to do and probably saved his life.
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Current Review Score: 9.0 (9.023)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.0 (9.023) out of 10 for Happitots Nursery Boddam is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 7 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.3 out of 5 from 7 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 4.720 for Happitots Nursery Boddam is calculated as follows: ( (62 Excellents x 5) + (17 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 82 Ratings = 4.72
  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 4.303 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Happitots Nursery Boddam is based on 7 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 = 3.7
    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 58 number of registered child places is 11.6. 7 Positive Reviews ÷ 11.6 = 0.603
  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 (2)

Linda

Linda Adamson

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2016

My childcare career spans over 40 years, with 25 of these has been spent managing childcare services.


During this time I have seen many changes, however my passion for childcare and getting it right for every child is still as strong as it was when I first entered the sector.


Within the nursery we provide a warm welcoming, family friendly environment where you can bring your little one feeling confident in the knowledge that you are leaving them with a dedicated team in a safe, warm and nurturing environment that has been developed to offer them a wide range of experiences and learning opportunities.


Our nursery ethos is …..
-   Children first every time
-   Deliver every day with passion
-   Be a positive role model
-   Teamwork.


And we strive to offer this to every child in our care, every day

Megan

Megan Buchan

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023

Megan works closely with Linda to create wonderful experiences for the children each and every day.

Frequently Asked Questions about Happitots Nursery Boddam

What is the Age Range of Children that Happitots Nursery Boddam accepts?

Happitots Nursery Boddam accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Happitots Nursery Boddam Open?

Happitots Nursery Boddam is open: Monday 07:00-18:00, Tuesday 07:00-18:00, Wednesday 07:00-18:00, Thursday 07:00-18:00, Friday 07:00-18:00.

How many Children does Happitots Nursery Boddam have capacity for?

Happitots Nursery Boddam has capacity for a total of 58 Children.

How far is Happitots Nursery Boddam to the centre of Peterhead?

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

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