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Thrive Boddam Village

Buchan Station, Station Road, Boddam, Peterhead AB42 3AR
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Thrive Boddam Village, Peterhead
Thrive Boddam Village, Peterhead
Thrive Boddam Village, Peterhead

Thrive Boddam Village is located at Buchan Braes, Aberdeenshire.


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...  

Funding & Fees

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

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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

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

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

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

Thrive Boddam Village Reviews (66)

9.8

Thrive Boddam Village has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.760) out of 10, based on 14 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Thrive Boddam Village has 66 reviews.

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Review from K C (Uncle of Child) published on 8 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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Just an amazing space for young people to learn explore and be comfortable

A smile on a child's face when you either drop them off or pick them up speaks volumes for atmosphere and character of the staff

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

What a lovely review, thank you so much it means the world to us to hear this.

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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 7 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter and son attend the nursery and come home every day happy and tell me very hating they have been doing that day! Staff are always helpful and go above and beyond for us. Highly recommend this nursery

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village
Thank you for your lovely review.

Were so pleased to hear your daughter and son come home happy each day and enjoy sharing everything theyve been doing. It means a lot to know our team has been helpful and supportive. Thank you for your recommendation we really appreciate it.

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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 7 May 2026 Submitted via Website
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The staff are so fantastic and understanding. I feel they treat every baby as an individual. I cant imagine going anywhere else. The activities they plan for kids are fantastic and always ensure they have a range of different sensory and learning crafts.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village
Thank you for your lovely review.

Were so pleased to hear you feel your child is treated as an individual and that our team has made such a positive impression. Its wonderful to know you value the activities we provide and the range of sensory and learning experiences. Your kind words mean a lot to us.

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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has just recently moved up a room in the nursery and it is evident to see in how he acts on drop of and the progress he has made with speech ect that the staff are providing a rich learning environment in which our son feels safe, secure and so happy in. I could not have chose a better setting for him to begin his nursery education. Staff are friendly and welcoming and updates to the app to share his daily journal are always completed

I feel confident that my wee dude is in safe and nurturing hands when I drop him off, thank you so much

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your lovely review! Were thrilled to hear how much your son has settled into his new room and how confident and happy he feels each day. Our team takes great pride in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment, and its wonderful to know that our efforts are reflected in his progress and daily experiences.

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Review from Andrew S (Father of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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The staff and environment is fantastic at Happitots and my son has grown in confidence and development over the last year which is fantastic to see, and a direct influence of the team at Happitots.

They are always on hand to support with both my son and us parents when we need it.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear how much your son has grown in confidence and development over the past year. Our team is passionate about supporting both children and parents, and it's wonderful to know that our efforts are making a real difference.

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Review from Kirsty M (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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We have had an excellent experience with this nursery. All the staff are so kind and welcoming and the way my child is being supported is unmatched! Nothing is too much bother for them and I am so glad I picked this nursery for my little boy to go to.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Were thrilled to hear that you and your little boy have had such a positive experience with us. Our team is passionate about supporting every child, and it means the world to know that our efforts are appreciated. We feel lucky to have you as part of our nursery family!

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Review from Fiona S (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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Our childs development has come along since starting nursery in september. He loves attending nursery and the staff are teaching him vital and valuable life skills while he is their. It is a lovely environment with fantastic staff

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Were delighted to hear how much your childs development has progressed since starting with us in September thats wonderful to hear!

Its fantastic that he loves attending nursery and is building such important life skills along the way. Our team is...  

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Review from Ashley C (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son has attended this nursery since he was one and has progressed from the baby room through to the pre-school room and all staff have been amazing and are so patient with all the children. He loves that they get to spend so much time outside in their lovely garden and out for walks around the village. When they are in the nursery when the weather isn't great they are brilliant at helping him learn through play and he has really thrived while attending here.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. It has been such a pleasure watching your son grow from the baby room all the way through to pre-school what a wonderful journey!

Were so pleased to hear that youve found our team to be patient and supportive. Creating a nurturing...  

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Review from Haley R (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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Happitots has made a huge difference to our little one's overall communication learning play and social development. The kind caring attitude of all the staff truly sets the nursery apart. We're incredibly proud to have a child at Happitots!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words about Happitots. We're absolutely delighted to hear that your child's communication, learning, play, and social development have flourished during their time with us.

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Review from S M (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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Lovely nursery. They have really helped my child develop his confidence and learn so much. He has additional needs and they are great at communicating with myself and professionals to learn the best ways help him.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your kind words. Were delighted to hear how much your child has grown in confidence and all that he has achieved during his time with us.

We are especially pleased that you feel supported through our communication and collaboration. Working closely with families and...  

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Review from Sarah B (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My little girl loves nursery, the staff are great and both indoor and outdoor environment fantastic. With school approaching this year, the nursery are doing a great job of preparing her for school. Working on her writing, letters and numbers. She loves the food and snacks and often asks for seconds!

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! Were thrilled to hear how much your little girl enjoys nursery and that shes benefiting from both our indoor and outdoor environments.

Its wonderful to know shes feeling confident and excited as she prepares for school were so proud of the progress...  

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Review from N C (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2026 Submitted via Website
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My son loves his time at nursery and his confidence has grown so much since attending. The staff are so helpful and the kids have lots of fun both indoors and outdoors. He has attended since he was 1 and moved up through each of the rooms in the setting.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Were absolutely delighted to hear how much your son enjoys his time with us and how his confidence has grown since joining the nursery. Its been a pleasure watching him progress through each room and reach new milestones along the way.

Our team works...  

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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 17 December 2025 Submitted via Postal Card
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My son has been at Happitots for a year and a half now, and he loves it. All the staff are great with him and always so helpful. If I ever has an issue or question, they are always so helpful and communicate well. I fully trust them when it comes to the care of my son.

Reply from Jenni McDougall, Operations Project Manager at Thrive Boddam Village

Thank you so much for your lovely review. Were delighted to hear how happy your son is at Happitots Nursery Boddam and that he has enjoyed his time with us over the past year and a half. Our team work very hard to build strong relationships with both children and families, so it means a lot to know...  

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Review from A W (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2025 Submitted via Website
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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 Thrive Boddam Village

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
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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 Thrive Boddam Village

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
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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 Thrive Boddam Village

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
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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 Thrive Boddam Village

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
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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 Thrive Boddam Village

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
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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 Thrive Boddam Village

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 K S (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2023 Submitted via Website
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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 Thrive Boddam Village
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 really appreciate you taking the time to give us your feedback, our team will be delighted.
Thank you,

The Thrive Team

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Meet the Team (2)

Linda Adamson Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2016
Linda Adamson

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 Buchan Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023
Megan Buchan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Thrive Boddam Village

What is the Age Range of Children that Thrive Boddam Village accepts?

Thrive Boddam Village accepts Children aged from 0 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Thrive Boddam Village Open?

Thrive Boddam Village 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 Thrive Boddam Village have capacity for?

Thrive Boddam Village has capacity for a total of 58 Children.

How far is Thrive Boddam Village to the centre of Peterhead?

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

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