Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Thornbury

My son has been attending Happy Days since he was 11-months-old. It can be a worrying time for parents, but the whole team at Happy Days were so welcoming and put my mind at ease straight away. The level of care is exceptional, and my son comes home happy at the end of each day spent there. I can’t thank the team enough for how they have handled the difficult year with the pandemic – without letting the level of care slip. My son was understandably a bit unsettled returning to the nursery after a few months off during the lockdown, but the team went out of their way to ensure he was happy and confident in his return. He now skips into the nursery with a smile on his face. Communication with parents has also been outstanding. This was especially valuable this year with government guidelines changing so rapidly. I would recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a place for their child and feel very lucky to have had Happy Days a part of my son’s weekly routine for the past 18-months.

We had our older son and younger daughter attending another Happy Days setting in the past and were so pleased with their approach and the way they adapt it to each child. So, when we moved to Thornbury, we decided without hesitation to place our daughter in the local Happy Days Nursery. She absolutely loved it! Never cried at drop-offs, even with mummy, never upset, on the contrary always enthusiastic of all the exciting activities they do every day and all the friends she has made. The environment is clean and spacious, lots of light in every room. The nursery personnel is so lovely, always positive and smiling. I cannot recommend this nursery enough.

Happy Days have been fantastic with my youngest who really struggled to settle in nursery, moving rooms just after she turned two was traumatic for her but nursery were amazing with many settling sessions. COVID hit and we had a few months at home nursery we’re in regular contact with home learning. Communication is excellent and despite not being able to currently go in the building the staff communication at the drop off and pick up are great. Well done Happy Days you’ve adapted to things brilliantly whilst still offering great care and learning opportunities.

My son started in August 2020, and it has been the best decision to send him to Happy Days. He settled very quickly, having been with a childminder, I wasn’t sure how he would take to it. He formed a bond with one of the team initially, and that really helped.
All the staff in the room are engaging when we do drop off and pick up, and my son speaks fondly of them. We get a daily sheet and monthly update pack, so we know what he is enjoying playing with/reading and his friends. He enjoys the range of activities and is really thriving since starting there. They have recently supported us with potty training and were flexible with how we wanted to do it, even providing a daily sheet.
I love that there is an onsite cook and that things are made fresh on the premises. The management team are very approachable, friendly and always make themselves available for questions, calls and are visible. I cannot say enough good things; we are so happy that our son is so well cared for and happy to go.

Our son runs into nursery and is loved by all the staff. They are aware of what is needed to keep him safe and secure at times of distress. They have liaised with us with any concerns and how they want to adapt things to help suit his needs.

Brilliant nursery which my daughter loves going to, she has settled in so well with the help of her key worker and during these difficult circumstances there have been no problems whatsoever. Every week my daughters development improves after being at nursery, as she’s learning so much and having loads of fun.

I’m really happy our son attends Happy Days, he loves nursery days! The staff are really lovely, and my son has flourished under their care. Even during the difficulties of the last year, when my son was struggling with social interaction a little, staff picked up on it swiftly and helped put a plan in place to help him, which has worked well.
I feel like he is being really well prepared for school, and the nursery is incredibly clean and well managed, which can’t be said for all nurseries! So pleased my son is happy, safe and well cared for, and whenever I have had any queries or concerns, these have been dealt with swiftly and professionally.

My daughter started at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool – Thornbury at fourteen months old and now three years later is in her final few months before starting school in September. She settled in very quickly and has loved her time there, making lots of new friends along the way. The open plan layout of the rooms and direct access to outside space is great. The staff have been fantastic throughout, especially during trying the times of the last year. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Happy Days Nursery & Preschool – Thornbury.

My child is very happy there and is progressing very well. He is very comfortable with the staff which is lovely to see too. The staff are friendly to us as parents and can always reassure us when needed. Highly recommended.

Our son started at Happy Days when he was around 14 months old. We have been really pleased with the nursery and definitely recommend it. The team there work very hard to engage the children, make sure they’re happy and involved in a wide range of activities. They also give really good feedback at the end of every day so we know what they’ve been doing, what they ate and when they slept. When our son was particularly sad at drop off one time a staff member sent an email soon after to show him happily playing so that I didn’t worry which was thoughtful. I was also very impressed with our son’s key person who gave us regular feedback on his development which was really nice to see. Thank you Happy Days!