Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole

Beechbank Avenue, Creekmoor, Poole BH17 7FF
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9.9 83 Reviews
  • Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole, Poole
Happy Days would like to introduce you to their 81 place nursery and pre-school. The setting offers endless learning opportunities, with free-flow access between indoor and outdoor environments, led by passionate and experienced team members.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lynn Wordsworth (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 16

Total Places for Children

  • 81

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • We know childcare is such an important part of family life, and we’re here to make it as simple, clear, and affordable as possible. There are numerous government schemes available to help with the cost, and we’ll guide you through your options so you can find what works best for your family. Why not get in touch today for a personalised quote? You can head to our website and take a look at our Affordable Childcare page to see the different types of support you might be entitled to.


    Did you know Happy Days offers government funded childcare? Depending on your child’s age and your circumstances, you could receive up to 570 or even 1,140 hours of funded care each year — giving you extra support when you need it most.


    We like to keep things open and straightforward when it comes to fees, so there are no surprises. Click the button below to see our weekly, daily, and session rates for the exceptional care we’re proud to provide. And if you’d like to talk through your options, your Nursery Manager will be more than happy to help, we’re always just a friendly chat away.

  • For fee information, contact the Nursery directly.

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:00
    Tuesday 07:30-18:00
    Wednesday 07:30-18:00
    Thursday 07:30-18:00
    Friday 07:30-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • The setting has designated parent parking.

Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole Reviews (83)

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Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.869) out of 10, based on 23 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole has 83 reviews.

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Review from G B (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff in Adventurers have been so supportive of our son, gaining his confidence with his peers, and they always seem to know them all so well. They will set up stations of things they know he likes for the days he is there, and encourage interaction with peers, and always be there for a cuddle if
needed! He talks so highly of them at home. The wild garden is fantastic, and we love that they go out in all weather and enjoy activities!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review - we really appreciate and value your feedback!
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Review from Nicky B (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to Happy Days for seven months now and she is absolutely thriving. She's progressed from the 'baby' room to the next age group and the staff in both rooms have been fantastic. We get a daily update on how she has slept and eaten (always multiple helpings of all meals!), and
the staff are always happy to report back on what she's been up to and enjoying that day. The best thing is seeing her do things she has learnt at nursery that we haven't taught her at home!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for leaving such a lovely review, Nicky!
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Review from J F (Father of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Room name: Adventurers 2.
A really lovely nursery. Our son has been at Happy Days since he was 10 months old and the staff have been fantastic with him in every room. Since being in Adventurers 2 we’ve seen his speech, general communication and confidence have grown incredibly. We’re really proud of
the little boy he’s becoming and the staff at Happy Days have contributed massively towards this. Would highly recommend it if you’re looking at day nurseries.
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review - we value your feedback!
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Review from J P (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such an amazing nursery! The staff are great and you can tell they really care about the children. My son has only been there a short period of time but already come on leaps and bounds since joining!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for leaving such a wonderful review - it is marvellous to hear your son has settled in well, and is making great friendships!
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Review from Lewis B (Father of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the front of house to all the key workers everyone is always striving to make a positive and nurturing environment for little ones. It's clear to see in Adventurers how much kids and workers enjoy their time there and nurturing a friendly and responsible haven. Nothing is ever too much, and it
feels like all possibilities are considered with care and consideration. The wild garden is awesome!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you Lewis for leaving such a lovely review - we agree, the wild garden space is marvellous!
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Review from N H (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is in adventurers 2, he and us have been made to feel really welcome. The staff are always so friendly towards us all and have helped him settle quickly into his new room. There is always lots of different activities set out for the children and he loves playing outside. We really feel his speech
and understanding has developed so much since being in this room and his independence has been encouraged. Always a happy smiley face at pick up.
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for your wonderful review - we really appreciate it.
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Review from Laura C (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son is currently aged 3. He is very happy in his current room.
Staff are extensions of our family.
My son started at the nursery around 10 months old. My older child also stayed at this nursery from 10 months old till he started school.
The nursery rooms are all very well equipped to suit children’s
needs. Kids naturally progress through the rooms. All the rooms have lovely outdoor space and a wild garden which both my boys loved.
I’ve had no bad experiences, my boys have always been happy to attend which has always been great peace of mind.
The nursery is purpose-built which was a huge win for me, not a random house converted into a nursery.
Overall only good things to report.
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you Laura for this lovely and valuable feedback!
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Review from C T (Mother of Child) published on 17 April 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff Adventurers 2 are fabulous! My son is so happy and every day is a happy day! It is lovely to drop him off and know he is well cared for and so comfortable with the team. The facilities are wonderful and they have some magic way of getting him to eat everything he never eats at home!
Reply from Rebekah Fice-Thomson, Marketing Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for taking the time to leave our Poole team (especially our Adventurers 2 team) such a lovely review! We are thrilled to hear how happy your son is.
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Review from M H (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I was so nervous about booking my youngest to go to nursery. We went a different route with our eldest and used a private childminder, however, she is now retired! But I have to say I cannot fault this nursery. My daughter is thriving here and nearly into our first full year I absolutely couldn’t be
happier! The staff are so friendly and approachable. Communication is always spot on and I know my daughter is safe and well cared for when she’s here.
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a lovely review. I am so glad your daughter has settled in so well.
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Review from Mark G (Father of Child) published on 20 December 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Happy Days Nursery for the past 2 years. She started there as a very timid little girl because of the lack of contact with other children and adults because of the COVID restrictions. She left last month as a very confident little adult thanks to the amazing staff at the nursery
and I know how much she enjoyed every day she spent there.
I can't thank all the staff at Happy Days enough, they are all amazing!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for your wonderful review. Thank you for choosing us to provide care for your daughter - we wish her nothing but the best!
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Review from E R (Mother of Child) published on 20 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happy Days helped our girls settle into nursery so well when I returned to work in September. They had only just turned one at the time. Their key workers are such lovely warm people, as is everyone else who works there who we have encountered. Everything is communicated so well and we feel confident
sending our children to nursery knowing that they are safe and well looked after. We love hearing about the fun activities they do at nursery on pick up. We couldn't be happier with our choice of nursery!
Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for sharing this wonderful review, it is greatly appreciated..
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 11 October 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff and management go above and beyond looking after my son. Communication is excellent, will call the reassure at all times.
So supportive with my son's speech and language Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator is brilliant. The choice of food is great, my son now eats well. My son is developing
well in his learning and development. Management and staff are 100% approachable. Well worth the money for the care my son receives. I know my son is very safe at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole.
Reply from Rebekah Fice-Thomson, Marketing Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole
Thank you for taking the time to leave our Poole team such a wonderful review. It will mean so much to them!
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Review from C F (Mother of Child) published on 12 September 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Many thanks fro the heart for all you have done for my little boys. It has been three amazing years of growth, patience, care, love and dedication. I couldn't ask for a better.
When I see my son interact with the other kids sharing toys and giving hugs makes my heart burst with joy.
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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son joined in January at 8 months. The team have been great at helping him settle in. Since he’s joined he has come on leaps and bounds and has been a great experience for him. I certainly was put at ease very quickly at leaving him, all the staff are so friendly and caring.
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Review from Kayleigh H (Mother of Child) published on 7 June 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Happy Days was my first choice of nurseries for my daughter to attend. From the first introduction, I had struck gold. The manager was extremely professional and such kind natured, reassuring me this was the right setting for my daughter to attend.
My daughter has thrived so much in this environment,
and myself and the key person have seen a change in her for the better. Being a very full-on 2-year-old, she has had the opportunity to explore, learn and expand on her knowledge of the world, and be creative.
I honestly don’t have enough words in recommending this nursery. I can’t wait till my youngest is old enough and she can go bouncing along too.
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Review from Lisa S (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I'm so happy we chose Happy Days, the staff are so caring and my daughter has settled in really well. I've been really impressed with the covid compliance and we get great feedback about our daughter's day at the end of each day. The outside areas are fantastic. Communication is brilliant and I feel
like my daughter is learning something new each week. The on-site chef is a big bonus, knowing they are eating healthy fresh meals that are cooked on-site and not shipped in from a local company. We love our key worker but also all staff in the explorers room and feel like they all know our daughter well.
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Review from Lucy A (Mother of Child) published on 21 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery is extremely outstanding from learning to personal support. My child has been going to the nursery since he was eight months old. They have taught him so much more than a parent ever could. The staff are unbelievable, not with just my child but every child I see them with. The nursery rooms
are so nicely presented and exactly to children's needs to learn but not just to learn, to have fun and be creative. The wild garden which has been coming along since my child started, is a place of heaven for all children and the adults too. I love seeing my child come home with very muddy boots and coat, its says it all, that he's had so much fun. Being able to speak openly about the needs or things we have, like support with our child and knowing someone is listening to those is extremely important and this nursery are outstanding for this. We have nothing but amazing words for this nursery and highly recommend to anyone looking for a fantastic place for their child or children.
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Review from Lynsey G (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely love everything about this nursery, my daughter has been here a year and a half and she absolutely loves it and learns so much. Her nursery teachers are absolutely lovely and so caring, they even helped me with advice on things like potty training and food. All the staff are lovely and friendly.
Within minutes of my show around I knew this was the place I wanted, I was also considering a child minder but felt totally confident in sending my daughter here, also the settling in period was amazing with getting to see the routine.
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Review from Samantha F (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We joined Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole in September. The show around and starting up was all with Covid-19 restrictions in mind, to protect us and the staff and children already there. We have experienced happy, friendly staff throughout the last five months, good communication at the end
of the day handovers and changes that have had to be made and we are now getting extra support with our child's learning, which everyone is on board with.
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Review from Lydia T (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I enrolled my son last month, I was recommended Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole by a friend whose son also goes there. I couldn’t go and view the nursery due to Covid-19 but I had a zoom meeting with the staff which was lovely and very informative. They keep parents up to date on everything
with regular emails, the staff are always smiling and friendly. I would one hundred percent recommend Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole to anyone.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.869)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.869) out of 10 for Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 23 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 23 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 4.869 for Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole is calculated as follows: ( (240 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 274 Ratings = 4.869
  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 Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School - Poole is based on 23 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 81 number of registered child places is 16.2, which has been reached with 23 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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Lynn

Lynn Wordsworth

Job Title: Nursery Manager

My name is Lynn Wordsworth and I’m thrilled to be joining Happy Days Nursery as Nursery Manager.


Over a 15-year period, I have experience of being a Special Needs Assistant through to a Nursery Manager. In addition to managing various nursery settings, I have also held roles with Training Providers and Ofsted.


I have a passion for learning, coaching, and developing. I’m excited to be part of the ambitious vision that Happy Days have, Where Every Child Shines.

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