Welcome to Happy Days

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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.

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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 Truro
  • 10 Salisbury
  • 10 Bristol
  • 10 Bristol
  • 10 Bristol
  • 9.8 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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Charlton Heights Gemma at Charlton Heights: A Parent’s Review of Our Dedicated Apprentice Jun 03, 2025

Parent praises Gemma at Charlton Heights Nursery for her dedication, warmth, and support. Read the heartfelt review.

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Tiddlers Saltford Jay Achieves Distinction in Level 7 Strategic Leadership at Happy Days Nurseries & Pre-Schools Saltford Jun 03, 2025

Jay achieves Distinction in Level 7 Strategic Leadership at Happy Days Saltford, inspiring his team and future leaders.

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Happy Days Nurseries Embrace Another Summer of Community Fun! Jun 02, 2025

Happy Days Nurseries and Pre-Schools are thrilled to kick off another exciting summer packed with community spirit, outdoor adventures, and family fun.

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🦷 Last week in Discoverers, we brushed our teeth! 🦷 This activity was part of the Oral Health Programme, under Healthy and Independent Explorers in our Happy Days curriculum. First, the children at Falmouth read the story At the Dentist, which follows a bear and his friends as they visit the dentist. The children learned what to expect during their own dental visits. We explored different ways to keep our teeth healthy and talked about the tools dentists might use. Some of the children shared stories about their own visits to the dentist, while others listened closely. We used handheld mirrors to smile into and take a good look at our own teeth. We also asked the children if they brush their teeth at home, who helps them, and what colour their toothbrushes are. Next, we squeezed toothpaste from the tube onto our toothbrushes and practiced brushing the dirt from the big set of teeth until they were all clean! Well done, Discoverers! 🪥✨ ~ Happy Days Nursery, FalmouthRead moreRead less

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🌟 Shoutout to Gemma! 🌟 We’re so proud to celebrate Gemma, one of our fantastic Explorers Room practitioners, who joined us right from the nursery’s opening in June 2023. She’s nearly completed her Level 3 Apprenticeship and is thriving with her warm, caring nature and positivity that lights up our nursery every day. One parent shared how much of a difference Gemma has made in helping their child with separation anxiety feel happy and secure at nursery, making drop-offs and pick-ups a joy! Gemma is a shining example of how apprenticeships help build confident, capable professionals who truly enrich our Happy Days team. 👏 To read the full story click here: https://happydaysnurseries.com/news/gemma-at-charlton-heights/Read moreRead less

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🌟 Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🌟 Happy Days Nurseries is on the lookout for a Marketing Apprentice to join our dynamic team! 📣 Are you eager to kickstart your marketing career while gaining hands-on experience in a professional environment? This is your chance to develop key skills, earn while you learn, and build a strong foundation for a successful future in marketing. What’s in it for you? ✨ Enrolment in a recognised Level 3 Multi-Channel Marketer Apprenticeship, with structured training and qualifications. ✨ Real-world experience supporting marketing campaigns, content creation, and digital tools. ✨ Opportunities for career progression after completing the apprenticeship. ✨ 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, up to 4 days gifted Christmas closedown, and a supportive team environment. ✨ Paid apprenticeship, earn while you learn! You can learn more about the position here: https://happydaysnurseries.com/job/marketing-apprentice/ If you have any questions, please contact our friendly recruitment team: recruitment@happydaysnurseries.com 📩Read moreRead less

A Fresh New Look for Happy Days Falmouth | Come and See for Yourself! We’re thrilled to reveal the newly refurbished and expanded nursery spaces at Happy Days Nursery, Falmouth—designed to inspire, engage, and support every child’s learning journey. To mark this exciting new chapter, we warmly invite parents, families, and the wider community to our Summer Open Day, in celebration of World Music Day. 🎉 Happy Days Fest 🗓 Saturday 21st June | 10am–1pm 📍 Happy Days Nursery, Falmouth Join us for a vibrant mini festival of music, culture, and creativity, featuring the official re-opening ceremony led by the Mayor of Falmouth. 🎶 Explore our beautifully updated rooms 🎶 Enjoy global rhythms and interactive activities 🎶 Meet our passionate team Come and see for yourself what makes Happy Days so special, we look forward to welcoming you!Read moreRead less

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Just a quick reminder to check out our Early Years Careers Talk podcast season! 🎧 If you haven’t listened yet, this season is packed with honest, down-to-earth chats about starting and growing a career in early years childcare. Whether you’re curious or ready to take the leap, there’s something for everyone! 🌟 Here’s a quick rundown with links to each episode: ✨ Ep 1: Is Early Years Right for You? Discover why early years can be such a meaningful and rewarding career — and what kind of person thrives here. 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/2xT2S1tCrB5dkmFVtvG9e5?si=nkxF2npnRKKyWS6dBmiVfw ✨ Ep 2: Getting Started Learn how to break into childcare, from apprenticeships and entry routes to gaining qualifications and experience. 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3B7NWMjtcRN76BXcsiZEGj?si=YOE35TkeQTuA16A8bDjYgw ✨ Ep 3: Applying & Interview Tips Get practical tips on recruitment, CVs, interviews, and finding the right setting for you. 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/4oOobBfo5JIzp3eCSpjvX4?si=0iVqzQWCQ5SQqUcLP8rZhg ✨ Ep 4: Life Working at Happy Days Hear why Happy Days is a fab place to build your career, flexible working, childcare discounts, progression and more! 👉 https://open.spotify.com/episode/3SlejFoQOUx3km0fOPsoA4?si=o3zRnOjNSsmtPJ4gOxTK5g Give it a listen and get inspired! ✨Read moreRead less