Little Rays Nursery Moira

3 Main Street, Moira, Craigavon BT67 0LE
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Care Provided by Little Rays Nursery Moira

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

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Yvonne Cromie (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 28
  • Total Places for Children
  • 110
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Little Rays Nursery Moira

  • All fees are revised in April each year.
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Little Rays Nursery Moira Reviews (48)

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Little Rays Nursery Moira has a Review Score of 9.6 (9.633) out of 10, based on 16 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Little Rays Nursery Moira has 48 reviews.

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Review from Sara W (Mother of Child) published on 30 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both my children have attended Little Rays since ten months of age, four days per week (since 2020).
The nursery provides a safe, reliable and high-quality level of care. The environment created by management and staff is warm, positive and child-centred - with lots of thought and effort put into day-to-day
and seasonal activities. The rooms are bright, colourful, clean and well-maintained. The outside play areas are great and can accommodate all weather outdoor activities. There is a big focus on nature and the outdoors for mental and physical wellbeing of children. We have complete peace of mind knowing our children are in great hands.

Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery Moira

I am so happy that you speak highly of our team and Little Rays as a whole! To hear your lovely comments is a great reminder of why we work so hard to care for your children and all of those attending Little Rays.


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Review from Rebecca M (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one has recently started at Little Rays, and she has settled so quickly. The updates on her day and progress are fabulous, and it's great having the confidence in the team to look after her. They provide an excellent range of food and nutrition and help her try things I possibly wouldn't always
try at home. I 100% would recommend it to anyone in the area!

Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thank you so much for your lovely review. I'm glad your daughter has settled well and is enjoying her days in Little Rays!


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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Little Rays for nearly three years. She's now in their preschool as well. I couldn't recommend Little Rays enough; it's fantastic. All the staff truly treat my daughter as their own.

Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. This feedback is so encouraging for our team!


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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter first joined Little Rays when she was one. She was born in lockdown, so we were very nervous about sending her to the nursery, but the staff are so welcoming and involved - all our nerves were for nothing. She's now a toddler, and her speech and development have come on amazingly since she
joined. The app is great for keeping up to date, and the staff are second to none. Wouldn't send my little one anywhere else

Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thank you so much for your kind review. I'm glad our team could ease your initial worries about sending your daughter to nursery and so happy that she is thriving in Little Rays!


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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 24 January 2023
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Little Rays since he was five months old. I cannot praise this nursery enough! The staff are amazing and go above and beyond for all the children. They update me throughout the day and provide lovely photos. My son has a milk allergy, and they have accommodated his needs without
any issues and provided him with amazing dairy-free alternatives. The staff are so friendly, and I leave him at nursery without a worry. I know he's being left in fantastic hands, and I trust them 100%.

Reply from Ashleigh McCrum, Area Manager at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Your lovely comments are very much appreciated; thank you for entrusting us to care for your son and for your continued support of Little Rays!


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Review from E M (Mother of Child) published on 28 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has attended Little Rays from the age of two the staff are great and very caring. I also received feedback on my child’s development and the progress she had made. Her speech development greatly improved during her time at Little Rays. my nursery pal is great for keeping me up to date during
the day. Management are very approachable and friendly. The outside space is excellent.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thank you for taking the time to write this positive review. It’s much appreciated.


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Review from N C (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff are excellent with our daughter and always go above and beyond to ensure she is well looked after. I was initially nervous sending her to nursery as she was born in lockdown but she settled in so well and I’m sure that was down to the staff. She’s now in the toddler room and runs in every
morning to see the ladies, which is so lovely to see. The app is also brilliant as it means you can check in and see how she’s doing and the staff are brilliant at posting photos and activity updates. They also do brilliant craftwork with her so she brings home cards for Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Easter, which is great to share with the grandparents. All in all, we’re very happy with the level of care and attention Little Rays provide.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thanks for this lovely review it’s much appreciated.


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Review from Caroline N (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Lovely team, well organised and a happy child. Little Rays are always willing to go above and beyond, the staff are so friendly and the little extras add lots of fun and excitement. Would highly recommend.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

We love to hear this positive feedback and would like to thank you for taking the time to write it.


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Review from L H (Mother of Child) published on 22 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little boy has been at Little Rays for just over two years now. He’s not been the easiest to settle and was very quiet, timid and teary at the beginning. And with all that starts and stops with covid, the staff insured he was integrated back into everything with ease. Adding additional support at
drop-offs as and when required. Any issues or concerns have been dealt with promptly and I couldn’t have got through the last year without them, special thanks to the Manager and her team who have made the preschool year, fun, entertaining and full of learning and I can put my hand on my heart and say our little one has thrived during his first academic year. Thanks, ladies.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thanks for this feedback. The team have worked so hard to ensure the impact of the last two years has not affected the children when in nursery.


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Review from N B (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 3.0 out of 5

The girls who work with the kids in the room have always been really kind to my children. Which has been the most important thing for us.
Management has recently changed and things are ‘warmer’ since (used to be difficult to have a conversation with management), but communication regarding useful
things which are non-covid related is somewhat lacking.
Flexibility is really difficult if you need help with an ad-hoc day and fees have recently been put up again. Those who are part-time are penalised with higher fees, despite the nursery being full.
It would be nice for the kids to have a fun day out to the park or local farm but unfortunately, we haven’t seen much of that. Activities could be more exciting.
It would be great to have more regular formal reports as to key milestones that are being reached, developmental behaviours, and social activities. These haven’t been received. We don’t know if they are using any ICT. My nursery pal is really useful - when updated.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

I appreciate you taking the time to write this review. It's lovely to be able to pass on to the staff who work with your children that their kindness has been recognised and appreciated. I know you have been in discussion recently with the Manager and hopefully some issues have been rectified and I understand when your daughter is with us one day per week you want as much information about her time with us as possible.
The staff team do prioritise the care and safety of the children and add information on MNP at quieter times of the day. I appreciate this isn't always as often as you'd prefer.
Trips off the premises do not happen with your daughter's age group currently for safety reasons. We will always accommodate extra days when we can, however if we have no space we unfortunately can't help.
I hope this clarifies some of your concerns.


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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going to Little Rays since she was 9 months (now 21 months) and she loves it. Staff are all great and keep the children busy with lots of different activities, including lots of outdoor play and messy play! The staff put up lots of photos on the app to let you see what they’ve been
up to each day. In what has been a very difficult year Little Rays has been a slice of normality, and as our daughter is an only child it’s been so beneficial for her to have socialisation with other children. It’s also a great bridge to a more formal preschool environment.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thanks for these lovely comments. My Nursery Pal is a great source of reassurance and information for parents and outdoor play as part of a healthy, active lifestyle is so important for us to promote.
The funded pre-school facilities on site make each child's transition into a more formal education system less daunting and more relaxing.
I'm so happy to hear your daughter enjoys her time at Little Rays.


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Review from Jolene C (Mother of Child) published on 15 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Would highly recommend. All the staff are lovely and seem to build great connections with the kids. My little boy always has a smile on the morning when I handover him over, which makes things a lot easier. They use an app which is great to keep up with what your little one is eating and sleeping. There
are always so many great activities on there as well with photos of your little one doing them. He also seems to love the food that’s cooked for them. Nice to know he’s eating well.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thanks for taking the time to write this. The app is a really useful and reassuring resource to keep parents fully updated and informed about their child's day.
Glad to hear your son goes home with a full belly!


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Review from Frank M (Father of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son started here a week after his 1st Birthday (he is now 3) and absolutely loves 'going to school'. It’s fair to say he bounces out of the car and the whole way in every single day
There has never once been a tear nor an 'I don’t want to go to school today'.
He adores Little Rays and the team
are like big sisters to him and he simply adores them also.
He has risen from babies through adventures to his current class seekers and we would hope he would be accepted for pre-school also.
There are no negatives he has made great friends and in these crazy times, it is great to have a constant like Little Rays.
Indeed communication has been consistent, clear and professional at all times and we have felt our son is in a very safe and clean environment. The team are dedicated and genuinely care for the children in their care.
We would have no hesitation in recommending Little Rays even over the other excellent day care facilities that our 2 older children attended. It genuinely is that good.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thanks you so much for this glowing review.
The staff team really do care about all the children and are really pleased when they receive such positive feedback.


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Review from L A (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have watched my daughter who comes from a single child home, thrive within Little Rays Moira and really learn how to mix with others. Girls are incredible, and I am so so grateful for everything they do from teaching her to calling when she is off sick just to see how she is. Would highly recommend.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thank you for this positive review, especially about the amazing team who look after the children day after day.
It's so nice to hear that we're doing a good job.


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Review from Andrea M (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough. I have two children attending Little Rays in different classes (including the attached pre-school). The care and support they have provided over the last 3 years, and the last 12 months in particular through Covid, has been exceptional. Nothing is ever
too much trouble to make sure the children are both safe and yet surrounded by fun activities. Thank you Little Rays!

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Our staff team are second to none and work tirelessly to keep the children of whatever age happy and occupied.
Safety has always been our number one priority and never more so now, and this is carried out professionally by the team day after day.
Thanks for your review.


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Review from Harriet J (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Both our children started Little Rays when they were under a year old and they love it! The staff are excellent and they have developed extensively in every aspect. We really appreciate everything Little Rays do!

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

We appreciate you taking the time to write this, it's so uplifting and reassuring for the team to hear their efforts are appreciated and worthwhile.


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Review from C R (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy has been attending Little Rays from when he was 10 months old, he is now primary 1. I cannot recommend Little Rays highly enough, the standard of care and love is second to none. The staff are always happy, friendly and welcoming and nothing is ever too much bother. The nursery have dealt
with the covid 19 pandemic brilliantly and I am happy and content sending my son somewhere I know he is safe and having a ‘normal’ day on the other side of the door. Parents are unable to get into the nursery at the moment but I’m always kept well updated at the end of the day and the My Nursery Pal app is super for seeing what he has eaten and got up to that day.

Reply from Michelle rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thanks so much for this. Keeping parents well informed about what their children are doing is so important and offers a lot of reassurance, especially when providing photographs of their day.
It's good to hear we have been able to offer some normality to children's lives at this time of abnormality and uncertainty.


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Review from Carol O (Mother of Child) published on 3 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has been attending Little Rays for 3 and a half years now. During that time he has received outstanding care and attention, love and support from all the staff. 2020 has been an extremely difficult year for everyone and childcare facilities have not received the level of gratitude they deserve,
especially Little Rays Moira. Throughout the initial lockdown, we were regularly informed and activities were emailed across. As we progressed throughout the year and the nursery reopened the policies and procedures put in place were outstanding. I never once worried for my child's safety and he continues to receive the same level of care and attention. He thoroughly enjoys going in to see his friends and the staff. During such worrying times, Little Rays has been a comfort and sense of normality to him which we are truly grateful for. His learning continues to evolve and I am amazed by the daily activities. Be proud Little Rays Moira!

Reply from Michelle rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thank you so much for this - I can't tell you how happy we are to hear this. So much work and effort was put in to staying connected when we had to close, and also into making sure when we reopened it was as safe as possible.


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Review from Sarah-Jane K (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has attended Little Rays Nursery Moira and now in Pre-School at Little Rays Moira. All members of staff are excellent and amazing, always putting the kids as the number one priority. My son loves every minute at Little Rays. I don't worry about him while he is there, as I know the girls look
after him so well. Especially over the last year with COVID-19, the staff have been outstanding - thank you so much for keeping it as normal as possible for the kids. Great work from everyone at Little Rays Moira. Would highly recommend to any parents thinking of putting children in childcare.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Thank you so much for this kind review. It’s great for the team to hear such positivity and praise in these difficult times.


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Review from Amanda H (Mother of Child) published on 1 February 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I highly recommend Little Ray's Nursery Moira, both of our children have attended from one year old until school age. They love going to see their friends and all the leaders. The facilities and staff are great and I am always confident that the kids are well looked after and have lots of fun during
the day. It is like a home from home for them.

Reply from Michelle Rea, Company Director at Little Rays Nursery Moira

Glad to hear we’re doing a good job and the children are happy. Thank you for taking the time to review us.


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Current Review Score: 9.6 (9.633)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.6 (9.633) out of 10 for Little Rays Nursery Moira 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 16 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.7 out of 5 from 16 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 4.906 for Little Rays Nursery Moira is calculated as follows: ( (174 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 192 Ratings = 4.906

  • 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 4.727 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Little Rays Nursery Moira is based on 16 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 110 number of registered child places is 22. 16 Positive Reviews ÷ 22 = 0.727

  • 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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