Welcome to Happy Days

Find your local
Happy Days nursery

Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools offer the best quality childcare across the South West. Discover the difference for yourself and come along to one of our nurseries. A hug, a story, a time to learn, explore and discover –
Welcome to Happy Days.

A smiling child at Happy Days Nursery
A Child at Happy Days Nurseries reading a book with a member of staff

About Happy Days
Nurseries

We opened our first nursery in 1991 and now operate 35 nurseries throughout the South West and Wales!

With over thirty years of expert experience and an ethos to support children to become strong and motivated learners for life, we pride ourselves on providing a service to enable parents to work and live their daily lives knowing their children are cherished and cared for to the highest standard.

Happy Days Nursery Scores

  • 10 Falmouth
  • 10 Truro
  • 10 Salisbury
  • 10 Bristol
  • 10 Bristol
  • 9.7 Overall Score

What parents have to say

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We have had a fantastic experience with Happy Days. All the staff are friendly, caring, and really seem to love what they do. Our child settles in quickly and looks forward to seeing the nursery leaders and her friends. She always has a great day and loves the food. It’s been really lovely seeing her form relationships. She will miss her friends and all the staff. We would recommend Happy Days to anyone.
5
The best environment for children. The staff have all been a part of my son’s journey. He’s now an amazing little boy who is looking forward to big school. They have given him the confidence he needed and have been patient with him when he’s found things hard. Truly amazing.
5
Both my children have attended Happy Days in Summercourt and the wonderful staff have helped them grow emotionally and physically. The staff are warm, friendly, and enthusiastic, and consistent with the care they provide. The site is a great central location, with lots of parking. The children’s rooms have lots of toys and regular activities. The staff are flexible to the individual needs and interests of each child: quite simply the place is awesome!
5
My daughter loves nursery, she didn’t at the start but with the settling-in hours she was able to gain trust with the staff and now loves it! Thank you so much you have changed our little baby into a little girl!
5
We recently completed our settling in sessions and to say I was slightly anxious would be an understatement. The staff handled my Mum worries perfectly. I feel like our son is safe and thriving at nursery. We are so pleased with our choice to place him at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool.
5
This is a brilliant nursery where my child has thrived and developed so well. The team are amazing and we couldn’t ask for better. As a child who was initially reserved and likes routine, the nursery have helped him come out of his shell and have routines he can follow and has become used to. Couldn’t recommend this setting enough!
5
I have always found the staff friendly, approachable, kind and caring. Both of my children have attended the nursery one now starting school, but every time he revisits with me they always make an effort with him and include him still. Shows how lovely and thoughtful they are. The activities they put on are fantastic and my daughter really does love going to nursery. There is always something fun, interactive and new for her to do. The ladies, staff and management at Summercourt are fantastic and my daughter always has a great day. Thank you.

Our Unique Curriculum

Happy Days has developed an ambitious, broad and balanced Early Years Curriculum titled “Where Children Shine”. It provides opportunities for children to learn, explore and discover, whilst attending a Happy Days Nursery.

Our Values

Our values form the foundations of everything we do here at Happy Days.
Along with our Mission and Vision, these are what truly matter to each and everyone of us at Happy Days.

Support

We are committed to supporting all parents, colleagues and children

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Honest

We promote an open, honest, ethical and transparent culture to our families and colleagues

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Inspire

Our inspiring environments and curriculum, and investment in our staff development, enable our children to shine and secure their future success

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Nurture

We nurture warm and trusting relationships which enable our children and colleagues to grow

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Empower

We promote a culture of empowerment, supporting our children, colleagues and families to become stronger and more confident

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Latest News

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Poole Poole’s Brand New Baby Room Jun 13, 2025

Happy Days Nursery is delighted to announce the opening of Poole’s brand new baby room, a calm, nurturing, and beautifully designed space.

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Verwood Exploring the Benefits of Mealtimes at Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools Jun 12, 2025

Discover the benefits of mealtimes in early years—supporting nutrition, independence, and lifelong healthy habits for every child.

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Final Countdown: Just Over a Week Until Rainbow Run 2025! 🌈 Jun 12, 2025

Counting down to Rainbow Run 2025! Happy Days are proudly sponsoring the Yellow Station—supporting CHSW every colourful step.

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Adventurers 2 had a fantastic time with our STEM programme last week at Happy Days Nursery, Droitwich!🧪✨ They put on their goggles and lab coats to explore the exciting reaction between bicarbonate of soda and vinegar. Using syringes to transfer the vinegar, the children practiced their fine motor skills while learning about cause and effect. This fun experiment also encouraged sharing, turn-taking, and teamwork, as the children communicated and worked together throughout the activity. Science has never been so hands-on and fun! 🔬💥 ~ Happy Days Nursery, DroitwichRead moreRead less

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🌸 Our Explorers at Happy Days Salisbury have been busy making their very own Petal Potions! 🌸 They used their fine and gross motor skills to scoop up petals and add them to the bowl, all while exploring new smells and textures. It’s wonderful to see the children learning through play and using their senses to discover the world around them! 👃✋ ~ Happy Days Nursery, SalisburyRead moreRead less

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🌟 Hiring for Excellence in Salisbury! 🌟 We’re proud to announce that Happy Days Nursery & Preschool, Salisbury has been rated OUTSTANDING by Ofsted! 🎉 We're now looking for exceptional Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our award-winning team. ✅ Newly qualified and ready to launch your career? ✅ Experienced and passionate about early years? Join a nursery where your talent is valued, and excellence is part of everything we do. ✨ Work with a dedicated, experienced team ✨ Make a real impact on children’s early learning ✨ Grow your career in an outstanding setting 📍 Salisbury | 🏆 Ofsted Outstanding | ❤️ Join our incredible team 👉 Apply now: https://happydaysnurseries.com/job/nursery-practitioner-level3-3/Read moreRead less

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🌊 World Oceans Day! 🌊 This week, our Explorers Two children at Happy Days Salisbury have been diving into the wonders of marine life to celebrate World Oceans Day, perfectly linking with our current Eco School topic: Marine Life. 🐠🐚 The children explored the sights, sounds and textures of the seaside, from soft sand and splashing water to the gentle sound of the sea in shells. They had so much fun discovering colourful sea creatures and naming them together! Out in the garden, the children expanded their learning with some imaginative water play, using guttering to send boats sailing down into the "sea" below! 🚤 🎨 They’ve also been getting creative indoors, using cutters and paint to design their own vibrant underwater artwork, developing those fine motor skills along the way. Such a wonderful way to learn about our oceans and how we can care for them! 🌍 ~ Happy Days Nursery, SalisburyRead moreRead less

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🍽️ More Than Just a Meal 🍽️ At Happy Days mealtimes are about so much more than just food. They’re a key part of the day where children learn independence, responsibility, and important life skills in a relaxed, social setting.😌 Children are encouraged to self-serve, pour their own drinks, hand out plates, and tidy up after themselves, helping to build confidence, fine motor skills, and a sense of routine. These small, everyday actions support their development and encourage healthy habits that last a lifetime. We also link our mealtimes to our sustainability goals, from reducing waste to growing our own vegetables, children are learning where their food comes from and how to care for the world around them. 🥦 With a nutritious, seasonal menu developed by experts, every meal is balanced and packed with the goodness children need to grow, learn, and shine. We’re proud to create positive food experiences that support children’s health, learning, and independence... all while doing our bit for the planet. Thank you Happy Days Nursery & Pre-School, Verwood for these lovely photos.🫶🫶Read moreRead less

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