Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath

44 The Parade, Roath, Cardiff CF24 3AB
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9.9 33 Reviews
  • Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath, Cardiff
Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath brings a nurturing, thoughtful approach to early years care in the heart of Roath, Cardiff. Situated on The Parade, the setting serves children from 6 weeks to 5 years in a warm, carefully designed environment.

The team centre their practice on gentle, loving care, ensuring each child is treated with patience, respect, and deep attentiveness. Coupled with this is a firm organic ethos: all meals and snacks are prepared using organic ingredients, reinforcing health, sustainability, and well-being.

Children engage in a Montessori-inspired curriculum blended with the Early Years Foundation Stage, allowing them freedom to explore in a carefully prepared environment while benefiting from skilled guidance.

Families choosing The Parade can expect a genuine partnership: open communication, thoughtful transitions, and a dedicated team supporting every child’s growth at their own pace. In this place, friendships bloom, confidence builds, and learning is rooted in love, respect and natural curiosity.
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Type of Service

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

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Courtney Gale (Manager)

Total Places for Children

  • 56

Age Range

  • from 0 years 2 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Under Two Years Old


    Full Day - £82.00
    AM Session - £50.00
    PM Session - £48.00
    Full Week - £390.00


    Over Two Years Old


    Full Day - £81.00
    AM Session - £49.00
    PM Session - £47.00
    Full Week - £385.00

  • We will not be charging for bank holidays.


    School Wrap Around prices available upon request.


    Family Discount: 5% to siblings
    Deposit: £100.00 – Refunded with final payment
    Fees Includes: Infant Formula (until the child is 12 months old), Organic Meals, Snacks and Drinks, Eco-friendly Nappies and Nappy Cream, Sun Cream
    Opening times 7:45am – 6:00pm
    Monday to Friday, 51 weeks of the year

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:45-18:00
    Tuesday 07:45-18:00
    Wednesday 07:45-18:00
    Thursday 07:45-18:00
    Friday 07:45-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays and Christmas

Parking

  • Free parking

Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath Reviews (33)

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Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10, based on 33 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath has 33 reviews.

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Review from C J (Mother of Child) published on 22 September 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been very happy with Green Giraffe at the parade. Our son has been going there for the past 3 years and he loves it there. The staff are all fantastic and very kind/ caring. They're always thinking of new fun activities for the kids to do and our son has learned so much. He's really enjoying the
little trips outside of nursery as well. Communication with the nursery is excellent and the team are more than happy to talk to us about any concerns.
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Review from Dina G (Mother of Child) published on 28 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both my boys have been going to Green Giraffe since 2020! Now the older one is in school and I feel Green Giraffe has helped him so much in gaining confidence, socialising and learning for school. He is a happy child! Now his little brother is about to follow the same path, happy to go every morning
and loves his teachers and little friends.
For me, the best indication is that although attending for 2 years, still excited to get to Nursery every day.
Thank you!
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My Daughter loves her time at the parade. She has been there since she was 9 months and is still enjoying at 4years. She has been well taken care of and nurtured by all. She has enjoyed many activities and experiences as well as trips and we will miss the Green Giraffe greatly when she leaves. Thank
you so much to all involved in her her time here .
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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The settling in sessions were great as they kept us updated throughout the day (via the app) and the staff spent time with us at the end of the day talking us through how the day had gone. This left us feeling reassured.
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Review from R C (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our little one has absolutely loved nursery life here from day one! The staff are great, they have really taken the time and care to learn all about my child and you can see they have so much love for the children they look after. They keep them really busy with a wide range of activities indoors and
out and we are kept up to date on the app throughout the day with pictures!
We are so happy we found this nursery and have recommended it to everyone that asks.
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Review from Nadeem K (Father of Child) published on 30 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been in this Nursery from 10 months old and is now approaching 3. He is developing well and the staff are all really friendly and helpful. We have regular catch-ups with them regarding my sons development which is useful.
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Review from A S (Mother of Child) published on 12 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My children have settled in well in their rooms, all thanks to the friendly and accommodating staff as Green Giraffe Nursery the Parade. My son who's almost two have certainly shown signs that he loves going to nursery and spending time there. He loves the activities set out for him, and I do feel the
staff put in a lot of effort to know and bond with the children, and try their best to accommodate each child's needs.
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Review from E K (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our eldest started here four years ago and our little one is currently attending Green Giraffe at the Parade. They both love it here (my eldest still enjoys to go back when picking up her little sister). Throughout the years the management and staff have always maintained their professionalism and warmth
towards the children and us parents. I most appreciate their clear understanding of child development and dedication to the wellbeing of the children. I always recommend the nursery to other parents.
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Review from Jade S (Mother of Child) published on 3 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Love the green giraffe! Staff are amazing, both my boys have attended since they were 9 months never had a bad thing to say. Always well looked after and they love coming to see their friends and teachers.
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Review from A P (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started in the Strawberry Field room.
The settling in sessions we received when starting nursery were helpful and all staff were very welcoming and friendly. Drop offs are easy as she just runs in and loves the nursery so much, it's a huge relief.


The app is updated throughout the day

ensuring I know what she's eating and how much. She loves the food! I enjoy having photos uploaded as it helps me to see how much she enjoys it and I know she's settled and safe.


Information from the nursery is well communicated, thorough and friendly.


Myself and my partner really appreciate the care and attention she receives every day that she's there. It really puts our mind at ease.

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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 2 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Green Giraffe. The staff are incredibly caring, professional and attentive and it's clear they genuinely love what they do. The communication with parents is excellent. We always feel informed and involved in our child's day-to-day activities. My child is
happy, confident and excited to go to nursery each morning. I'm truly grateful to have found this place, highly recommended
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Review from Steve B (Father of Child) published on 2 July 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our son has been coming to this nursery since September last year. He loves it! The staff are amazing and we have total confidence in the care and attention he receives. Highly recommended and so happy with our choice of nursery.
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Review from L D (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children love the Green Giraffe at the Parade: my eldest attended from 10 months old until he left for school and still pops in to say hi to staff, my second is still enjoying it.
Staff are incredibly loving and genuinely caring, very prepared in dealing with behavioral issues, and very
supportive to both children and parents.
They always take the time for detailed feedback at every pick-up and to log pictures and detailed description of activities, meals, toileting and naps on the app.
Management is very accommodating.
The approach is truly Montessori, with a wide range of educational activities, promoting autonomy and self confidence, with both structured group activities and individual child-led ones.
The menu is varied and healthy, with freshly prepared organic food. Eco-friendly nappies are provided.
For logistical reasons we have also briefly tried another nursery, but have chosen Green Giraffe high quality rather than a closer setting where we didn't feel comfortable.
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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child loves attending Green Giraffe The Parade. She is extremely well cared for and is always learning something new. We are very happy with the care she receives there. Her teachers are shining stars.
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Review from R N (Mother of Child) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Our family has had a wonderful experience at The Parade and we would recommend it to anyone. Our girls are now 2 and 4, both have been there since they just turned 1. The staff have been the outstanding aspect for us. The room staff and managers are all very caring, accommodating and down to earth.
They really make the girls feel welcomed and help us feel comfortable about leaving them there. On top of this the food, communication, play space etc are all so lovely.
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Review from David H (Father of Child) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We've been absolutely spoilt by Green Giraffe. Our son has spent the last three years there (first at Cathedral Road but most of the time at the Parade). The teachers are extremely attentive, caring and creative. Our son loves it there and has learnt so much, primarily due to their approach to learning.
Having looked around other nurseries and speaking to others, the fees appear competitive and we like the fact that nappies, sun cream etc are all included. We've never had an issue or bad thing to say about the setting, and recommend it to anyone we come across.
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Review from Gemma J (Mother of Child) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We love Green Giraffe on the Parade. Amazing staff, beautiful surroundings and a wonderful friendly culture.
At every step of the way our child has had incredible teachers and we will miss them when he goes to school in September.
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Review from E B (Mother of Child) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The Green Giraffe nursery (The Parade) is a really special place. The staff care so much about the children, nurture them as individuals, and provide a warm and loving environment. Staff in Apple Tree room go the extra mile to create fun and meaningful activities for the children. Our son has flourished
in this setting and absolutely loves his teachers, who are kind, warm, fun, and hard-working. I trust them completely and would recommend this setting to anyone. Lovely, wholesome, healthy food and a lovely outdoor space.
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Review from Sylwia K (Mother of Child) published on 9 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We want to express our deepest gratitude to the entire team at Green Giraffe Nursery Parade. Their dedication and unwavering support have had an incredible impact on our son development over the past year. We are truly grateful for the care, love, and attention they have shown our family.


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of care our son received was exceptional, and it's hard to imagine any other nursery that could compare to the standards Green Giraffe Parade has set. We will forever be thankful for the nurturing environment that has helped my son grow and thrive.


We highly recommend Green Giraffe Parade to any parents looking for a well-run and engaging early years environment.

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Review from T D (Mother of Child) published on 4 June 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have 2 children in The Green Giraffe at The Parade. Prior to attending the Green Giraffe my son was attending another nearby nursery, we decided to move him due to location/parking. Since starting with Green Giraffe I cannot fault it. All the staff are brilliant, my son absolutely loves attending,
he comes home singing a different song each week. The app the nursery use is great & I enjoy seeing pictures & updates of my children throughout their day. My daughter has recently started & the staff have been transparent about how she is settling in, it's lovely to see after each session she is enjoying herself more. The menu's are varied & balanced & the nursery is always clean, it is homely with a good selection & variety of toys & the staff are so attentive. There's lots of parking & the finger print access to the building is something I'd not seen anywhere else but it's so handy as makes drop off/pickup that much easier. I would highly recommend the nursery! Thank you Green Giraffe
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.907)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.907) out of 10 for Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath 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 33 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 33 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 4.907 for Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath is calculated as follows: ( (361 Excellents x 5) + (33 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 396 Ratings = 4.907
  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 Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath is based on 33 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 56 number of registered child places is 11.2, which has been reached with 33 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath

What is the Age Range of Children that Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath accepts?

Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath accepts Children aged from 0 years 2 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath Open?

Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath is open: Monday 07:45-18:00, Tuesday 07:45-18:00, Wednesday 07:45-18:00, Thursday 07:45-18:00, Friday 07:45-18:00.

How many Children does Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath have capacity for?

Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath has capacity for a total of 56 Children.

How far is Green Giraffe Nursery & Pre-School - Roath to the centre of Cardiff?

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

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