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187 Jordanstown Road, Newtownabbey, BT37 0LU
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23 January 2026
We knew we made a great choice with Hullabaloo from day one - the initial settling-in period for both our boys was smooth and straightforward, the staff are great and really bond with the kids, and the range of activities and facilities are excellent too. They boys love heading in each morning and
they leave each evening with a big smile on their face - they are thriving in the care of Judith and the team, so thank you!
21 January 2026
Hullabaloo's is an exceptional day care setting where children are truly welcomed, nurtured, and made to feel safe. The homely and caring environment is so evident that my child lovingly refers to it as "Jayne's house"-a reflection of the comfort and trust they feel there.
The staff go above and
beyond to create a space where children can thrive. They offer a wide range of fun, engaging sensory activities and provide countless opportunities for exploration and new experiences. Every day feels like an adventure filled with creativity and joy.
What stands out most is the personal attention given to each child. My child's individual needs and routines are respected, and any changes are communicated promptly and thoughtfully. It's clear that the staff know her on a personal level, which gives me complete confidence in the care she receives.
Hullabaloo's is more than a day care-it's a nurturing community where children feel valued, supported, and happy. I couldn't recommend it highly enough
21 January 2026
Our daughter has been attending Hullabaloo Nursery now for almost a year and a half. My husband and I continue to be delighted with the care and attention she receives on a daily basis. She settled so well into the environment from the get go and was able to further transition from the baby room to
the toddler room at ease. We have every belief that she is continuously encouraged and nurtured by all of the staff who cross her path. We are now delighted to be expecting our second baby soon and have already committed to the idea of her sibling hopefully following her footsteps after my maternity year. This will allow me to return to my work in the future knowing both she and our new baby will be in safest and most experienced of hands.
16 January 2026
Both my children attend this day care and have done so since they were babies. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and helpful, they are always on hand if we need some advice and provide good handovers of what our children have been up to during the day at pick up. Both children love going here,
our eldest is always excited to get in and see the staff/friends.
The facilities are great, with plenty of space and the children seem to get outside loads (weather permitting)
12 January 2026
My son Rio started hullabaloo day nursery after some issues with his previous nursery I was very very nervous about the change over but Judith was so helpful with ensuring me that Rio would settle in just fine and that he has I can't reccomend them enough my son now goes to nursery ABSOLUTLEY
buzzing each day and comes out the same happy mood he went in .. the difference in his speech has been amazing and his overall behaviour has had a positive change aswell
I can't thank the girls at hullabaloo enough for their patience with my son the nursery has been the perfect fit for him
26 August 2025
I would highly recommend Hullabaloo. It wasn't an easy choice for me putting my son into daycare but I am so glad we found hullabaloo. The staff are friendly, approachable and compassionate. They have excellent facilities and equally excellent staff. The whole team have supported and cared for my
son who didn't transition well initially. Communication is great as they provide daily feedback and always encourage different learning opportunities and experiences.
18 August 2025
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Hullabaloo day nursery! From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt a genuine warmth and dedication from the entire team. The staff are incredibly nurturing, attentive, and genuinely care about each child's development and happiness.
We're so
grateful to have found this nursery. It's more than just a childcare facility-it's a place where children are truly seen, heard, and loved. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a nurturing start for their little one!
15 August 2025
My daughter is very lucky to attend Hullabaloo and receive such great care from all the staff who she has bonded with from the beginning. The nursery's homely environment and friendly staff have allowed her to thrive and she has learned so much while I have been able to return to work with peace of
mind. She loves going and misses her two course yummy lunches when she's not there!
15 August 2025
Both of our children have attended Hullabaloo for the past year, and our experience has been consistently positive. The staff are kind, supportive, and always approachable-no question has ever felt like too much trouble. Our children are offered healthy, balanced meals, and we've noticed a real
improvement in their eating habits. They're also encouraged to develop independence, and we've noticed this reflected in their confidence at home. Communication is always clear and helpful, and the nursery manager is easy to contact and has been great at keeping us right about the NICSS discount. As one of our children moves on to nursery school, we know he'll truly miss the staff and the friendships he's built there. We're thankful our younger two still have time left at Hullabaloo! We've already recommended the nursery to several friends and wouldn't hesitate to do so again. It's been a wonderful experience, and we're so glad we chose Hullabaloo for our family.
12 December 2024
Excellent nursery, staff very helpful and supportive. My son is very happy and has settled well there, would recommend to anyone looking for a childcare provider in the area. Great info also shared with parents regarding the NICSS which they signed up to very promptly.
23 August 2024
Could not fault this nursery. The staff are considerate and kind and go above and beyond to bond with and care for the children. They are fed such healthy well rounded diets and have engaging child led activities every day. My daughter loves going there so much and misses the environment dearly when
she is off. They have supported me as a parent as well and I can not thank them enough. I completely trust this team with my child and have recommended them to many of my friends.
23 August 2024
My daughter started Hullabaloo in November 2023 when she was almost 1. From day one I've been so glad we made the decision to send her there. My daughter has a number of allergies and reflux issues and they have been brilliant at accommodating her and making sure everyone knows of any particular
issues.
During the settling-in period, the girls were brilliant at settling both of us! Sending pictures and updates and being so kind and reassuring.
One of the things I especially love about Hullabaloo is that it has such a family feel - the girls know all the children's names and you can see they take such a keen interest in each and everyone of them and their interests/likes/dislikes. They all go above and beyond in their care of the children at Hullabaloo. Both myself and my husband couldn't recommend it enough.
19 August 2024
My son has been going to Hullabaloo since September 2023 when I returned to work. He absolutely loves it and is straight in the door every morning with hardly a look back! The staff are all incredible and he has developed a lovely relationship with them. They provide a wide range of activities and
play and he is very well fed! I would highly recommend Hullabaloo to any parent!
19 August 2024
As a mother of one, I am delighted with the care and attention from Hullabaloo staff. My child goes to nursery with a smile and comes home a very content child. I couldn't be happier with how well he has settled into this new environment that we call a second home.
Thank you everyone at Hullabaloo!
19 August 2024
Both my boys currently attend Hullabaloo Day nursery and they absolutely love it! I remember being so anxious when my oldest first started as I was really worried about how he would settle and handle being around new people.
My worries were very quickly settled once I saw all the care he was
receiving from the staff and the fun he was having with other children his age. My youngest boy has just started his Hullabaloo journey this month and I have 100% faith in the staff when looking after him as they have already shown fantastic care towards my oldest and have definitely helped in shaping him to be the amazing wee character he is today!
12 August 2024
My little girl has been going to Hullabaloo for two years and it's nearly time for her to start school now. Both of us were new to the area and I was obviously apprehensive about my daughter starting somewhere new. Hullabaloo has a wonderful family feel and in no time at all my daughter felt loved
and cared for. Within a short while, she would look forward every morning to going there, and she quickly established strong relationships with the staff and her little play companions. I had complete peace of mind with my child at Hullabaloo - I always knew she would be looked after, engaged with, entertained and well-fed! At pick-up time she would always be full of stories about what she got up to that day. I couldn't recommend Hullabaloo enough - we will both really miss it and all the brilliant staff, sending my daughter there was one of the best decisions I have made for her.
09 July 2024
I have had my daughter in Hullabaloo since January 2021 and would highly recommend their nursery to any parent. The staff make this nursery great - they have been so caring and supportive to my daughter who was so shy when she first started. She has built lovely bonds with all staff and has
blossomed and made lots of friends who will continue with her into her chosen primary school. I can't thank Hullabaloo enough for being so supportive of me as a parent, they always put me at ease and I trust them 100% to provide outstanding care for my daughter. If they offered after-school care, I would have no hesitation in keeping my daughter with them. Thank you, Hullabaloo, for everything, and my daughter will miss you a lot when it's time to leave.
06 March 2024
Our two children attend Hullabaloo and have done so for the last four years. The staff are lovely and as it is a small nursery they have got to know both our children very well and know their individual needs. This gives us full confidence leaving them in their care each day. They organise daily
activities including arts and crafts, and have a theme, shape and colour of the month which has aided their development. Our eldest child attends the local nursery school and Hullabaloo have been great with drop-offs and pick-ups, and flexible when the nursery school times change. Both our children love attending Hullabaloo and we would highly recommend it.
06 February 2024
My daughter started at Hullabaloo when I went back to work, she was only 6 months at the time (now 13 months). It was obviously very hard for me to leave my little baby but within days I felt completely at ease thanks to the amazing staff. I can tell they all genuinely adore and care for her so
much. My baby loves going to nursery there and loves all her carers. This has made my return to work so much easier and I am so grateful for them. They also have so many activities and educational themes every month. I would definitely recommend them!
05 February 2024
Both of my children are currently at Hullabaloo, it is an excellent daycare, with a family feel. All the staff are brilliant and I have every confidence leaving my children with them.
There is a varied range of activities, so something for everyone. The outdoor play area is brilliant all year
round. The daycare regularly have little outings and visitors in to entertain the children.
We would happily recommend Hullabaloo. Both of our children love their days in daycare, they both run in without looking back! I know that my son has made lifelong friends and I will be forever grateful. Thank you!
Latest Reviews for Hullabaloo Day Nursery
23 January 2026
We knew we made a great choice with Hullabaloo from day one - the initial settling-in period for both our boys was smooth and straightforward, the staff are great and really bond with the kids, and the range of activities and facilities are excellent too. They boys love heading in each morning and
they leave each evening with a big smile on their face - they are thriving in the care of Judith and the team, so thank you!
21 January 2026
Hullabaloo's is an exceptional day care setting where children are truly welcomed, nurtured, and made to feel safe. The homely and caring environment is so evident that my child lovingly refers to it as "Jayne's house"-a reflection of the comfort and trust they feel there.
The staff go above and
beyond to create a space where children can thrive. They offer a wide range of fun, engaging sensory activities and provide countless opportunities for exploration and new experiences. Every day feels like an adventure filled with creativity and joy.
What stands out most is the personal attention given to each child. My child's individual needs and routines are respected, and any changes are communicated promptly and thoughtfully. It's clear that the staff know her on a personal level, which gives me complete confidence in the care she receives.
Hullabaloo's is more than a day care-it's a nurturing community where children feel valued, supported, and happy. I couldn't recommend it highly enough
21 January 2026
Our daughter has been attending Hullabaloo Nursery now for almost a year and a half. My husband and I continue to be delighted with the care and attention she receives on a daily basis. She settled so well into the environment from the get go and was able to further transition from the baby room to
the toddler room at ease. We have every belief that she is continuously encouraged and nurtured by all of the staff who cross her path. We are now delighted to be expecting our second baby soon and have already committed to the idea of her sibling hopefully following her footsteps after my maternity year. This will allow me to return to my work in the future knowing both she and our new baby will be in safest and most experienced of hands.
16 January 2026
Both my children attend this day care and have done so since they were babies. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and helpful, they are always on hand if we need some advice and provide good handovers of what our children have been up to during the day at pick up. Both children love going here,
our eldest is always excited to get in and see the staff/friends.
The facilities are great, with plenty of space and the children seem to get outside loads (weather permitting)
12 January 2026
My son Rio started hullabaloo day nursery after some issues with his previous nursery I was very very nervous about the change over but Judith was so helpful with ensuring me that Rio would settle in just fine and that he has I can't reccomend them enough my son now goes to nursery ABSOLUTLEY
buzzing each day and comes out the same happy mood he went in .. the difference in his speech has been amazing and his overall behaviour has had a positive change aswell
I can't thank the girls at hullabaloo enough for their patience with my son the nursery has been the perfect fit for him
26 August 2025
I would highly recommend Hullabaloo. It wasn't an easy choice for me putting my son into daycare but I am so glad we found hullabaloo. The staff are friendly, approachable and compassionate. They have excellent facilities and equally excellent staff. The whole team have supported and cared for my
son who didn't transition well initially. Communication is great as they provide daily feedback and always encourage different learning opportunities and experiences.
18 August 2025
We couldn't be happier with our experience at Hullabaloo day nursery! From the moment we walked through the doors, we felt a genuine warmth and dedication from the entire team. The staff are incredibly nurturing, attentive, and genuinely care about each child's development and happiness.
We're so
grateful to have found this nursery. It's more than just a childcare facility-it's a place where children are truly seen, heard, and loved. Highly recommend to any parent looking for a nurturing start for their little one!
15 August 2025
My daughter is very lucky to attend Hullabaloo and receive such great care from all the staff who she has bonded with from the beginning. The nursery's homely environment and friendly staff have allowed her to thrive and she has learned so much while I have been able to return to work with peace of
mind. She loves going and misses her two course yummy lunches when she's not there!
15 August 2025
Both of our children have attended Hullabaloo for the past year, and our experience has been consistently positive. The staff are kind, supportive, and always approachable-no question has ever felt like too much trouble. Our children are offered healthy, balanced meals, and we've noticed a real
improvement in their eating habits. They're also encouraged to develop independence, and we've noticed this reflected in their confidence at home. Communication is always clear and helpful, and the nursery manager is easy to contact and has been great at keeping us right about the NICSS discount. As one of our children moves on to nursery school, we know he'll truly miss the staff and the friendships he's built there. We're thankful our younger two still have time left at Hullabaloo! We've already recommended the nursery to several friends and wouldn't hesitate to do so again. It's been a wonderful experience, and we're so glad we chose Hullabaloo for our family.
12 December 2024
Excellent nursery, staff very helpful and supportive. My son is very happy and has settled well there, would recommend to anyone looking for a childcare provider in the area. Great info also shared with parents regarding the NICSS which they signed up to very promptly.
23 August 2024
Could not fault this nursery. The staff are considerate and kind and go above and beyond to bond with and care for the children. They are fed such healthy well rounded diets and have engaging child led activities every day. My daughter loves going there so much and misses the environment dearly when
she is off. They have supported me as a parent as well and I can not thank them enough. I completely trust this team with my child and have recommended them to many of my friends.
23 August 2024
My daughter started Hullabaloo in November 2023 when she was almost 1. From day one I've been so glad we made the decision to send her there. My daughter has a number of allergies and reflux issues and they have been brilliant at accommodating her and making sure everyone knows of any particular
issues.
During the settling-in period, the girls were brilliant at settling both of us! Sending pictures and updates and being so kind and reassuring.
One of the things I especially love about Hullabaloo is that it has such a family feel - the girls know all the children's names and you can see they take such a keen interest in each and everyone of them and their interests/likes/dislikes. They all go above and beyond in their care of the children at Hullabaloo. Both myself and my husband couldn't recommend it enough.
19 August 2024
My son has been going to Hullabaloo since September 2023 when I returned to work. He absolutely loves it and is straight in the door every morning with hardly a look back! The staff are all incredible and he has developed a lovely relationship with them. They provide a wide range of activities and
play and he is very well fed! I would highly recommend Hullabaloo to any parent!
19 August 2024
As a mother of one, I am delighted with the care and attention from Hullabaloo staff. My child goes to nursery with a smile and comes home a very content child. I couldn't be happier with how well he has settled into this new environment that we call a second home.
Thank you everyone at Hullabaloo!
19 August 2024
Both my boys currently attend Hullabaloo Day nursery and they absolutely love it! I remember being so anxious when my oldest first started as I was really worried about how he would settle and handle being around new people.
My worries were very quickly settled once I saw all the care he was
receiving from the staff and the fun he was having with other children his age. My youngest boy has just started his Hullabaloo journey this month and I have 100% faith in the staff when looking after him as they have already shown fantastic care towards my oldest and have definitely helped in shaping him to be the amazing wee character he is today!
12 August 2024
My little girl has been going to Hullabaloo for two years and it's nearly time for her to start school now. Both of us were new to the area and I was obviously apprehensive about my daughter starting somewhere new. Hullabaloo has a wonderful family feel and in no time at all my daughter felt loved
and cared for. Within a short while, she would look forward every morning to going there, and she quickly established strong relationships with the staff and her little play companions. I had complete peace of mind with my child at Hullabaloo - I always knew she would be looked after, engaged with, entertained and well-fed! At pick-up time she would always be full of stories about what she got up to that day. I couldn't recommend Hullabaloo enough - we will both really miss it and all the brilliant staff, sending my daughter there was one of the best decisions I have made for her.
09 July 2024
I have had my daughter in Hullabaloo since January 2021 and would highly recommend their nursery to any parent. The staff make this nursery great - they have been so caring and supportive to my daughter who was so shy when she first started. She has built lovely bonds with all staff and has
blossomed and made lots of friends who will continue with her into her chosen primary school. I can't thank Hullabaloo enough for being so supportive of me as a parent, they always put me at ease and I trust them 100% to provide outstanding care for my daughter. If they offered after-school care, I would have no hesitation in keeping my daughter with them. Thank you, Hullabaloo, for everything, and my daughter will miss you a lot when it's time to leave.
06 March 2024
Our two children attend Hullabaloo and have done so for the last four years. The staff are lovely and as it is a small nursery they have got to know both our children very well and know their individual needs. This gives us full confidence leaving them in their care each day. They organise daily
activities including arts and crafts, and have a theme, shape and colour of the month which has aided their development. Our eldest child attends the local nursery school and Hullabaloo have been great with drop-offs and pick-ups, and flexible when the nursery school times change. Both our children love attending Hullabaloo and we would highly recommend it.
06 February 2024
My daughter started at Hullabaloo when I went back to work, she was only 6 months at the time (now 13 months). It was obviously very hard for me to leave my little baby but within days I felt completely at ease thanks to the amazing staff. I can tell they all genuinely adore and care for her so
much. My baby loves going to nursery there and loves all her carers. This has made my return to work so much easier and I am so grateful for them. They also have so many activities and educational themes every month. I would definitely recommend them!
05 February 2024
Both of my children are currently at Hullabaloo, it is an excellent daycare, with a family feel. All the staff are brilliant and I have every confidence leaving my children with them.
There is a varied range of activities, so something for everyone. The outdoor play area is brilliant all year
round. The daycare regularly have little outings and visitors in to entertain the children.
We would happily recommend Hullabaloo. Both of our children love their days in daycare, they both run in without looking back! I know that my son has made lifelong friends and I will be forever grateful. Thank you!