Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Almondsbury Business Park, Woodlands, Bradley Stoke, Bristol BS32 4QH
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  • Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke, Bristol
Happy Days Nursery - Bradley Stoke opened January 2015, offering a versatile interior, qualified staff and extensive resources that this experienced provider knows to be ideal for each child's development. The nursery's values are based around putting children first, working in partnership with parents, prioritising well-being and also the professionals development of staff.

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Care Provided by Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Ellie Wickett & Stacey Bailey (Joint Nursery Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 46
  • Total Places for Children
  • 100
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 1 week at Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

  • For fee information, contact the Nursery directly.
  • Parking

  • Parking available outside the nursery.


Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke Reviews (118)

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Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.941) out of 10, based on 44 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke has 118 reviews.

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Review from Ian H (Father of Child) published on 17 August 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to thank all the staff for the last two years, you have all been amazing, looking after my daughter every Monday and Friday. Every day when she has finished, she is so happy and full of energy. She has not once ever been scared or upset about going to school (didn't even say goodbye to
me sometimes as she ran in). My daughter only has one month left there before moving on to primary school, and my daughter and myself will be sad to have to move on. My only slight issue is with some parents in a rush to drop their kids off; they could be driving slower; this is not Happy Days' fault at all, but driving style of a few parents. I can't recommend Happy Days enough.

Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you so much for leaving this lovely review, Ian - it means so much to us!


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Review from K W (Mother of Child) published on 25 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Our son showed he had special educational needs and we've gained a lot of support from the staff, they support him with flash cards, books and items to help him with his attention in a sensory room. I have recommended Happy Days Nursery to a friend who had been struggling to find a nursery who would
support her son with special needs, like mine.

Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you so much for this lovely review! It is greatly appreciated and we are thrilled to hear your son has settled in so well.


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Review from Carol W (Mother of Child) published on 21 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When we were searching for nurseries when my son was about 5 months old. At the time, he would cry if a stranger even looked at him. But when we took him to Happy Days to tour around, he actually smiled. And that's when we knew that we had to pick Happy Days. Before he started nursery, he still wasn't
a fan of strangers. But on starting his very first settling-in session, my son was happily being held by one of the staff which is a huge compliment in itself. The staff have clearly gotten to know him very well, and I can see they are not only patient but compassionate to the children. Yes, the fees are pricey, but it is completely worth it for us as I feel safe and secure sending him there each day. I am confident that his needs are being taken care of and he feels happy there.

Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you for such a wonderful review Carol - we are so happy to hear how well you son is doing!


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Review from Becky W (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started in the explorer's room she was very nervous as she didn’t have any idea what to expect without me being with her but she’s grown in confidence and her speech, thank you to the amazing help of staff, the reassurance you actually receive from the team is amazing and certainly put the
parents mind at rest.

Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you for such a lovely review Becky! We are thrilled to hear about your daughter's progress.


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Review from Toby M (Father of Child) published on 8 March 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We went to four different nurseries when trying to select the right one for our son. Something about Happy Days just put them a step in front, the staff were so considerate to all our concerns and flexible to limited viewing times, what we felt made them stand out at that time was the openness to us
visiting which allowed us to see the nursery as a live environment. You could see the passion the staff have and how kids were playing and interacting. Our son loves his time at nursery albeit struggles during the morning handover often getting upset, but the staff are so considerate that they would let us know once he calmed down so we weren't concerned all day. Collections are always fantastic and it's reassuring (as I don't often pick my son up) that the staff have asked me to wait at reception whilst they get one of the carers in our sons room to come and verify my identity. The handover from staff explaining what our son has been up to all day when he slept and what was eaten is fantastic.

Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you Toby for leaving such a lovely review, particularly regarding our handover process.


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Review from T A (Mother of Child) published on 20 February 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Being a first-time mom, I was absolutely terrified of my son starting nursery as I didn't know what to expect and I was worried. My son's key worker reassured me that he'd be fine and he'd be well looked after. It's been about 4 months now and I could not have picked a better nursery for my son. I've
seen so much development and improvement and he absolutely loves going to Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke. Everyone is so nice and understanding. Such a great nursery!

Reply from Kelly Russell, Digital Marketing Executive at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you for leaving this lovely review. We are so glad your son has settled in so well.


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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 26 September 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I highly recommend Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke to any family looking for childcare in the area. The management and staff have been fantastic from the moment I stepped in with my application form after my previous provider let me down. I have been so impressed by every aspect of the
setting. My daughter has settled in so nicely and her confidence has grown, she now claps and smiles when we arrive at the nursery and she is so happy to see her room staff which makes me feel so at ease each day. Another area of the setting that has impressed me is the level of communication, especially the speediness in responding to queries. I cannot find fault with the setting and so pleased we chose it for my daughter.

Reply from Rebekah Fice-Thomson, Marketing Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you so much for leaving this review - our Bradley Stoke team will be over the moon. We're really pleased to hear that your daughter has settled in well.


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Review from Harshal D (Father of Child) published on 21 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son attended Happy Days Bradley Nursery, and I must say, the staff here ARE very experienced and understand the child's needs and act accordingly. The senior staff here do guide us, parents, at times. I am impressed by the way they give attention to every child and address their likes and dislikes.
My son enjoys going to Happy Days. Sending him to Happy Days is the best decision we have taken for him.

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Review from Danelle H (Mother of Child) published on 11 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We moved from South Africa and we were so clueless about where to send our daughter.
We found Happy Days in Bradley Stoke and never looked back. They’ve been so accommodating and my 17-month-old daughter has been having a blast.
I highly recommend sending your children to Happy Days. You won’t regret
it.
Thank you to the manager from Happy Days in Bradley Stoke for all your help.

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Review from Dylan R (Father of Child) published on 11 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Happy days Bradley Stoke has helped tremendously in finding space for my daughter to attend the days we need. It’s been stressful not having reliable childcare and now that’s the least of our worries because we know she is in safe hands.
Thank you to all the staff at Bradley Stoke happy days.

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Review from Melissa S (Mother of Child) published on 7 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

From the moment we had a tour of the nursery, I felt completely confident in the staff.
My daughter has additional needs and the staff have been nothing but professional and caring. Her needs are complex, but I feel comfortable sending her in, knowing they are more than capable to assist in her care.
The team in my daughter's room (Explores 2) are like her extended family and she loves spending the day with them. The team really care and are being a huge help with my daughter's development, especially her key worker who gets as excited as I do over the smallest step in the right direction. I would highly recommend this nursery, as all the staff are so friendly and as a nursery, they are extremely accommodating. Also, I find the communication great. Thanks, Happy Days, Bradley Stoke.

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Review from E W (Mother of Child) published on 6 July 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely nursery. My son very much enjoys his time at Happy Days. He has great bonds with all the staff and is happy when dropping him off. There are always interesting activities for him to play with inside and outside.

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Review from L W (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery! The staff are all incredibly friendly and accommodating and know that our son really enjoys attending. Varied meal plans with emphasis on it being healthy. Range of activities and use of outside area in different weathers which he loves! Thank you all!

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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing staff, great attitude, don't need to worry about my kid when he's in Happy Days.
They made settling easy and comfortable for all of us. Definetly will choose same nursery for my second child too.

Reply from Rebekah Fice-Thomson, Marketing Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you for taking the time to leave our Bradly Stoke team such a kind review.


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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 22 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Friendly staff, well caring and the little one always want to go to nursery. Also I can see his development when he started to go to nursery and don't need to worry about the food, because its provided and its hot food. Very happy with choosing Happy Days.

Reply from Rebekah Fice-Thomson, Marketing Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you for taking the time to leave our Bradley Stoke team a review - it means so much, thank you! We're also really pleased that you choose Happy Days!


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Review from E E (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter absolutely loves attending Happy Days, Bradley Stoke. All the staff are so lovely and give clear feedback at the end of every session!
Choosing this nursery was the best decision we ever made.

Reply from Nicole Ricketts, Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review!


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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 8 February 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke is a fantastic nursery both my children go and have thrived, staff are friendly caring and helpful. Both my children have come so far since going. It's a great fun friendly and educational environment. Including be happier and recommend to anyone. Brilliant
nursery. The outdoor space is also lovely plenty of space, they cook cakes cupcakes etc. My little ones favourite.

Reply from Nicole Ricketts, Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review!


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Review from Sheila C (Grandmother of Child) published on 5 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My grandson thoroughly enjoys nursery and when I pick him up he always comes out telling me about his day. His teachers give me all the information about how he has eaten and slept that day, and they are so friendly. The rooms are clean and inviting with lots of activities for him to enjoy. The garden
is always really busy and he enjoys playing out there.

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Review from Kirsty P (Mother of Child) published on 1 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We couldn't have picked a better nursery for our girls and know they have a great time at Happy Days. From day one we felt like all members of staff spoke to us like they had known us for years. Whilst I'm terrible at remembering names and faces, it's great that everyone knows who our children are and
are able to comment on how well they have been getting on, from those that look after them to the reception staff. We feel confident that even when their key workers aren't around, they are comfortable with all of the adults and are well looked after. We previously looked at nursery as a means of childcare, but we have 100% seen the developmental benefits it has brought and know we made the right decision.

Reply from Rebekah Fice-Thomson, Marketing Manager at Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke

Thank you so much for your review, it means a lot to our team.


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Review from Tamara K (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Happy Days Nursery in Bradley Stoke is just amazing I’m so glad I made the choice to send my 2 little ones to this nursery, the staff are all so friendly and welcoming. I love the indoor/outdoor play they have available, so your child is able to play outside as and when they wish or just stay in and
do arts and crafts and many more. My eldest is now leaving to start school and they have helped prepare her for her start at school and for that I am very grateful. My youngest was a bit slow at wanting to try nappies and they really helped to encourage her and give it a go and now she’s finally toilet trained. So overall, I would definitely recommend them to any parents looking for great childcare for their little one.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.941)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.941) out of 10 for Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 44 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 44 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.941 for Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke is calculated as follows: ( (500 Excellents x 5) + (25 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 528 Ratings = 4.941

  • b) 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 Happy Days Nursery & Preschool - Bradley Stoke is based on 44 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 100 number of registered child places is 20, which has been reached with 44 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Ellie Wickett

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hi! I’m Ellie, one of the Nursery Managers here at Bradley Stoke. I began my childcare career at Happy Days in 2016 as a Nursery Nurse and progressed through job roles over my time here. I have been Deputy Manager whilst Stacey has been on maternity leave, and have now taken on a new and exciting role as Nursery Manager. I have two you boys who I enjoy spending time with and on the weekends you’ll find me pitch side, watching my eldest play football.


I am really looking forward to managing Bradley Stoke and providing consistency for the team and families. I am passionate about providing a warm and safe environment and love watching children develop throughout their nursery years.


Stacey

Stacey

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Hello, I’m Stacey, one of the Nursery Managers at Bradley Stoke! I have worked in childcare for around 12 years now, and I have worked at Happy Days since 2015. I began my career with Happy Days as a Room Supervisor, and have been Deputy Manager for the past 5 years. I hold a level 3 qualification in Childcare and Education, and I have a level 2 qualification in Makaton.


Outside of work, I enjoy spending all my time with my son George and going out on day trips with him. I am really looking forward to progressing the nursery forward with Ellie, pushing our team to reach their full potential, and striving to be the best that we can be.


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