Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove

Building 643, Off Crumlin Road, Aldergrove, Crumlin BT29 4BN
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Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre, Aldergrove gives children the encouragement to develop skills and grow in confidence.

Children are supported by trained staff who inspire and motivate children as they learn through play.   

Children have fun developing earning about the world.

Nutritious, delicious food is available for children.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Sandra Philp (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 12

Total Places for Children

  • 99

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • As of April 2024:
    Weekly rate £198.50
    Daily £45
    Morning £33
    Afternoon £30
    Full prices available for pre pre school, pre school and afterschools

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays

Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove Reviews (19)

9.9

Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.890) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove has 19 reviews.

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Review from Ellie C (Mother of Child) published on 22 October 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Thank you so much to all the lovely staff at Aldergrove, my son has been going to the 2-3 year programme and absolutely loves it. The staff are always so welcoming and greet him by name every morning, he always comes home with crafts and things that he has done throughout the morning and he looks forward
to seeing the staff here each day. Really impressed and already thinking of registering my other child here. It's a great nursery where everybody is treated like family.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words about our Aldergrove team. We are absolutely delighted to hear that your son is enjoying his time with us and looks forward to each day that…read more
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Review from Hannah F (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have had two children use this nursery and between them, they have been in every room. I can't praise this nursery enough, they seem to all care so much about the babies and children, they really go the extra mile and there are so many wonderful things that they do with the children. All the staff
and managers have been extremely supportive, the facilities and outside space are amazing and I get lots of updates on how they are doing. The best thing is they have both loved going in and I always felt confident dropping them there knowing they would have a brilliant day and be well cared for.
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Review from Samantha B (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All of the staff are so lovely, they are so down to earth. The kids love going in each morning. They were so supportive of my daughter's potty training, which made the whole process much less stressful.
In pre-school I have seen my son's confidence grow so much.
The communication with the parents
and grandparents is always clear. With lots of opportunities for us to visit and join in throughout the year.
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Review from Ashleigh W (Mother of Child) published on 14 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been going to the Eager and Able to Learn programme since September and has been doing really well, I can tell she loves going because she's always saying her carer's name at home and runs up to the nursery every morning. At the very beginning, she was very shy and cried every morning
but the staff were warm and engaging with her and she quickly got settled. She enjoys the activities that they have out in the room and in the drier months, she loves playing in the park that they have right outside her room.
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Review from J M (Father of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Good evening. We love the nursery and staff. In particular, the manager is a professional who runs a tight ship and is always on hand. Kind, thoughtful and always willing to get stuck in. The staff are welcoming and make a real effort, sometimes going above and beyond to support the children. One of
the staff always with a welcoming smile and arms outstretched for our youngest, other staff members are also brilliant. Another two are ever vigilant over our oldest, he comes home happy, stimulated and inspired. His words and knowledge amaze us constantly, we feel this is down to the care provided by the girls. Thank you.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you for your lovely feedback which we will be sure to share with our team.
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Review from K S (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I can never say thank you enough for all the hard work, effort and commitment all the staff gave my daughter. She can't always be the easiest as she has bouts of awful separation anxiety and diva moments but they are always so comforting and understanding. She has come on leaps and bounds socially and
that's down to every staff member she comes into contact with! I know she will have the best start to Primary Education because of the care and guidance the wonderful ladies in Sleepy Hollow have given.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you for your lovely feedback which we will be sure to share with our team.
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Review from D S (Father of Child) published on 6 January 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child only visits two days a week, a Monday and a Thursday. This was his first experience away from family over any period of time. The staff were and have been awesome since my son started in September. They helped him settle in quickly and ensured that plenty of updates, photos and messages were
sent through the app so both me and mum were able to see how settled he was throughout the day.
Due to a shift change at work, I enquired whether I would be able to swap Monday to Wednesday. Without hesitation, the staff agreed to change my son's stay to a Wednesday and Thursday.
The communication that we receive when my son is at nursery is fantastic.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you for your lovely feedback which we will be sure to share with our team.
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Review from Louise R (Mother of Child) published on 3 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children initially went to a different Sleepy Hollow branch and I moved them both to Aldergrove when it was taken over due to the outside space and that there is a preschool onsite. The facilities are first class and both my children are so happy here. Being able to have both in one place (one preschool
and one daycare) is such a bonus when you are a working parent tight for time in the mornings. The staff are a credit to the place, every single one is so friendly and you can tell they love what they do.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thanks for such a lovely review. We will be delighted to share this with our staff team.
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Review from Aindriu M (Father of Child) published on 2 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are incredibly warm and nurturing, always going above and beyond to make sure each child feels comfortable and happy. It's clear that they genuinely love what they do, and it shows in how engaged and excited my son is when he arrives and when we pick him up. The environment is not only safe
and clean but also filled with stimulating activities that foster early development in such a fun and playful way.
What I appreciate most is how accommodating the nursery has been with any changes in our circumstances. Whether it's adjusting schedules or understanding specific needs, they are always flexible and supportive. It gives me great peace of mind knowing that my child is not only in a caring environment but also one that is willing to work with families to ensure everything runs smoothly. I couldn't be happier with the experience, and I'm so grateful for the incredible care they provide my son.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thanks so much for the lovely review. We will be delighted to share this with our team.
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Review from Helen G (Mother of Child) published on 30 September 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are great, so engaging. There is an app in which I can see my child's food intake, nappy changes, sleep, observations and photos. My child has been going here since she was 14 months old, she is now 22 months old and is coming on leaps and bounds.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thanks for your lovely feedback! We welcome any feedback on our menus and snacks - feel free to speak with the manager. We also have a new cook employed.
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Review from Samuel C (Father of Child) published on 12 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter attends the afterschools and the staff are fantastic with her. They make arts and crafts and do occasional baking. She always comes out with the biggest smile on her face telling me how much fun she has had. She has attended the nursery since a young age and the staff went above and beyond
giving her exceptional care. All the staff are impeccable and always welcome you with a smile. The facility is phenomenal with fantastic grounds it's like a home from home. All the staff should be very proud of themselves as we have never known such amazing, caring and loving staff as the childcare workers here.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thanks for such a lovely review. We will be sure to share with our team.
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Review from Claire J (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic experience, as an early years teacher I have been blown away by the set-up for 2-3-year-olds in the setting. My son loves going each day and always talks about the staff - very clear that the staff are caring and know each child individually. Staff are always approachable and keep you up to
date regularly. Lots of resources and experiences are available to develop the learning. The range of snacks available is great always kept up to date with weekly menus.
Cannot recommend Sleepy Hollow Lisburn enough- such an amazing place for young children!
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you so much for your kind review - its really lovely to share with our staff team!
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Review from Ashleigh R (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one we have been so impressed by the level of care this nursery has provided for my son. The manager and staff are all so welcoming and it really feels like a home from home.
The daily photos and updates are fantastic and speaking to the staff you can tell they are passionate about what they
do. The activities they do daily are really imaginative and educational, this has helped my son thrive and learn new skills. As a full-time worker knowing your child is safe, and happy and gaining confidence in an excellent environment really eases any worries.
I honestly can’t recommend this nursery enough.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you so much for your kind review - its really lovely to share with our staff team!
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Review from Rachel P (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been in Aldergrove from when the wee one was 11 months old and it’s the best decision we ever made. The staff are incredible and it’s got a really lovely family atmosphere where the staff genuinely care about the kids. It’s such a nurturing calm place and my little one has and is continuing
to learn and thrive there.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you so much for your kind review - it's really lovely to share with our staff team!
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Review from Drew M (Father of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our daughter has been attending this nursery for around a year and a half. This is a fantastic nursery with extremely attentive and caring staff. Our daughter loves attending and always has a smile on her face when she walks through the doors.
We are always kept well informed of how her day is going
on the app.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you so much for your kind review. We will be sure to share this with our team.
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Review from M M (Mother of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This is a lovely, friendly nursery with very caring and thoughtful staff throughout the nursery. My child loves attending this nursery. They enjoy all the activities, and always come home singing the songs they are learning.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thanks for your lovely feedback we will be sure to share with our team
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Review from D D (Father of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter went to the nursery and it was fantastic for her now my one-year-old son has started, he is still a bit clingy going in but the staff are fantastic he soon settles, he is already trying foods that he will only spit out at home, can't rate the staff high enough for the care they show and
they always keep us well updated with everything he does throughout the day.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you for this lovely review. We will be sure to feed back to our staff team.
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Review from Sabine G (Mother of Child) published on 26 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The best nursery in the country! The most caring compassionate staff who truly treat the kids as their own!
The preschool teachers are always there to answer and guide the parents!
The manager runs this nursery amazingly and it truly is just an amazing family atmosphere within the nursery.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thank you for your lovely review - we will be sure to share it with our team.
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Review from Louise C (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since my son started in September 2023 I have been more than pleased with the staff at Sleepy Hollow Aldergrove. As a parent who had a bad experience with a previous nursery, I honestly am so happy to have found this childcare facility. The staff are so helpful, friendly and amazing with both my son
and daughter who has recently also joined the nursery. The activities carried out with the children during the day are amazing, I honestly couldn’t recommend it enough.
Reply from Diane Koplewsky, Owner at Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Thanks for your feedback. We look forward to sharing it with the team
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.890)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.890) out of 10 for Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove 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 19 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 19 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 4.930 for Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove is calculated as follows: ( (211 Excellents x 5) + (16 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 227 Ratings = 4.93
  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 4.96 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove is based on 19 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 99 number of registered child places is 19.8. 19 Positive Reviews ÷ 19.8 = 0.96
  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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Awards / Recognitions (3)

Meet the Team (1)

Sandra

Sandra Philp

Job Title: Manager Joined: 1991

We have four dynamic leaders in Early Childhood Centres


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Emma (Manager Crumlin branch)
Karen (Manager Holywood branch)
Louise (Manager Lisburn branch and also Early Years Lead)
Sandra (Manager Aldergrove branch)

Frequently Asked Questions about Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove

What is the Age Range of Children that Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove accepts?

Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove accepts Children aged from 0 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove Open?

Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove is open: Monday 07:30-17:30, Tuesday 07:30-17:30, Wednesday 07:30-17:30, Thursday 07:30-17:30, Friday 07:30-17:30.

How many Children does Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove have capacity for?

Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove has capacity for a total of 99 Children.

How far is Sleepy Hollow Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove to the centre of Crumlin?

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

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