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27 Craigy Road, Saintfield, Ballynahinch, BT24 7BZ
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11 March 2025
Our little one joined in January 2025. She is thriving at this nursery. The baby room is a wonderful space for her to play, learn and develop. The staff are all warm, experienced and very knowledgeable. There is a mobile app the nursery use. You can stay updated on the daily schedule, receive photos and general information. This is great for putting your mind at ease especially on those days your child might not be as settled. All of this has made transitioning back into work stress free. We know our baby is happy which makes this nursery the best choice for us. When we collect her she is always deep in play, giggling and exploring. Book a visit so you can see for yourself.
07 January 2025
A fabulous setting with really caring and approachable staff. I feel happy in the knowledge that my kids are well looked after and are both learning and having fun. The place has a very homely and family feel.
03 January 2025
Friends Day Nursery is a great nursery. My daughter has been going there since she was 7 months old and now 16 months, runs through the door and over to the staff. They take great care of her and are always doing fun activities. The staff are all very friendly and trustworthy. Highly recommend!
03 January 2025
Friends Day Nursery is the best nursery with the best staff. I have worked in nurseries and had my children in numerous settings and Friends out do them all. The staff are so caring and loving, my little girl loves every member and has settled in every room. Two staff members in particular are fantastic and not just managers who sit in their office they are hands on and approachable! The food is fantastic as well my little girl loves her food and she eats like a queen everyday!
03 January 2025
My child has been going since they were 6 months old and I was very nervous, but all the staff made myself and partner feel very reassured and most importantly my daughter. She has now been there 6 months and is very settled and I feel the nursery has brought her on so much with reaching her milestones. She is happy everyday going in and at pick up time. The nursery keep us updated with pictures and their app which has been invaluable to me as a mum who is nervous. It's extra peace of mind seeing what she's eaten, naps etc. Overall I would really recommend Friends Day Nursery it ticks the boxes I was looking for as a parent. I have already started enquiring about a place for my next child.
03 January 2025
Friends Day Nursery has been amazing!! My child loving going in every morning to see all the workers and children and they have built a great bond with him. I get lots of photos to show me what he is getting up to and I'm so impressed with the different variety of activities they do with him from just 10 months old. It is very clean, and a great range of facilities to help my son learn. Friends have also shown great flexibility by helping on days my other childcare has fallen through. Couldn't recommend Friends enough!!
03 July 2024
As we finish our preschool journey I can't thank Friends enough for the care, support and safe space they have gave us over the past year. We are so lucky to have this wonderful daycare as our local. The girls and owners are so kind to my son and supportive of his individuality. I was very worried about "structured meals" but I needn't have. The girls in the preschool room cater to his particular needs whilst gently encouraging him to explore new foods. This makes him feel very content and safe. Every single one of them would not walk past him, even outside of the setting, without a friendly hello "name"! My son really looks forward to his "friends" days which is the highest praise of all. Having attended a different setting previously, where my son was reluctant to go, I do not take this for granted in the slightest. He particularly enjoys playing in well equipped outside area. We are so sad to leave but will look forward to seeing you all at the school gates!
27 February 2024
Friends Day Nursery have been brilliant since our baby started a couple of months ago. They have been great getting him settled in, and keeping me updated on how he is doing! We love having access to an app to see what he’s eating, when he sleeps etc, plus getting messages and pictures of what he’s been up to really takes the stress out of leaving him to go to work. He’s getting on really well with the team in his room, is always happily playing with toys when I pick him up, loves the food and comes home a happy boy! Would happily recommend them to anyone!
27 February 2024
Friends Nursery is amazing. My son always has the best time there, and absolutely adores the staff. All the staff are so friendly and attentive - I get regular updates via the app and messages regarding his naps/food/nappies and pictures/videos of the activities he gets up to during the day (which are always varied). My son comes home happy at the end of each day after having a busy and fulfilling day - I’m so glad that we found Friends Day Care and couldn’t recommend them more.
19 December 2023
I cannot recommend Friends enough. My son has been going there for nearly four years now and they are a big part of his life. The staff are amazing. As soon as I leave him there I know he is safe and happy. Cannot recommend them enough.
18 December 2023
Friends are a superb nursery. My daughter has attended since she was six months old and is now age 5. The care and education that she receives is amazing. Lots of fresh air and learning activities - she has thrived. She is always keen to attend - so much so that she sometimes forgets to kiss her mummy goodbye!
18 December 2023
I have recommended Friends Day Nursery to anyone who will listen. I was extremely apprehensive about sending my children to nursery but I couldn’t have had a better experience. Both children have run into the building every morning delighted to be there. The staff treat them like their own and know all the children so well. The food is very popular and they eat all their meals. My baby sleeps well. They spend plenty of time outside and have lots of activities inside. My children have made lots of friends and they have thrived in the environment. The staff and owners are very accommodating, friendly and helpful it making the stressful work/life balance easy. Thank you, Friends.
13 December 2022
Friends is a great nursery. Our daughter really enjoys attending there. She settled very quickly. The staff are attentive and friendly. The venue is well suited, with good outdoor spaces for the children.
12 December 2022
My son has been attending Friends Day Nursery for a number of years now, and I have nothing but positive comments to say about it. They are extremely child-centred and this is at the heart of everything they do. The activities and learning my son receives are excellent and the care and attention are second to none. They are a very inclusive nursery in all respects. The food is excellent and well-balanced. I would highly recommend the nursery. When my husband and I were deciding on which nursery to send our son to, one of the staff talked to us about safety and how paramount it was. Friends was the only nursery that we visited that highlighted safety as key and we just knew this was the nursery to send him. Friendly and helpful staff and nothing is too much trouble. They are very flexible and accommodating in all respects. I love the way you get an achievement record for your child with so many special memories and a lovely keepsake. Great nursery and first-class facilities.
09 December 2022
My daughter (2) absolutely loves Friends! The staff are incredibly friendly and responsive. The children are always doing varied activities, and my fridge is full of artwork sent home. We also really appreciate the updates via the app. As a family, we only have great things to say about Friends.
09 December 2022
My toddler and preschooler both joined Friends Day Nursery in March 2022 when I returned to work and they have absolutely loved it! I drop them off in the morning knowing that they will have a great day, be so well cared for and have great food! It's like they have always been there, everyone who works at Friends is so friendly and caring, I know my boys are in safe hands! Another brilliant bonus is the school run to local schools, which is so helpful! I highly recommend Friends Day Nursery to everyone, it's made my transition back to work so much easier knowing the boys are having a great time every day! With my youngest being a lockdown baby, his speech and social skills have drastically improved since attending nursery and I'm so proud of how far he's come the support we've received from Friends has been very much appreciated!
11 April 2022
My little boy loves going to Friends Day Nursery. The staff are so friendly and really treat him like their own. They have a great schedule of activities and lots of outdoor space. There is a lovely family atmosphere and I would recommend it to anyone in the area.
05 April 2022
All of the staff are super helpful and always willing to go the extra mile. Our son always comes home with things on special occasions like a handmade gift for Mother’s Day for example. The nursery also provides constant updates via an app where you can check-in and make sure they are eating/drinking etc - couldn’t recommend Friends Nursery more!
29 March 2022
I have two children at Friends Day Nursery and have always found the staff to be really helpful and friendly. They are great with the kids and really get to know the children and parents. It’s a great environment for children and there’s no high turnover of staff which is great. As a purpose-built facility the resources are very good and the outside space has a lovely spacious country setting. Any time I have approached staff and/or management regarding changes to our childcare needs or general information regarding the children they have been very helpful, accommodating and supportive.
28 March 2022
Excellent standard of care. Friendly staff my children love it very much! The food is very fresh and healthy. The place is always clean and tidy, they have been outstanding through the Covid pandemic.
Latest Reviews for Friends Day Nursery, Saintfield
11 March 2025
Our little one joined in January 2025. She is thriving at this nursery. The baby room is a wonderful space for her to play, learn and develop. The staff are all warm, experienced and very knowledgeable. There is a mobile app the nursery use. You can stay updated on the daily schedule, receive photos and general information. This is great for putting your mind at ease especially on those days your child might not be as settled. All of this has made transitioning back into work stress free. We know our baby is happy which makes this nursery the best choice for us. When we collect her she is always deep in play, giggling and exploring. Book a visit so you can see for yourself.
07 January 2025
A fabulous setting with really caring and approachable staff. I feel happy in the knowledge that my kids are well looked after and are both learning and having fun. The place has a very homely and family feel.
03 January 2025
Friends Day Nursery is a great nursery. My daughter has been going there since she was 7 months old and now 16 months, runs through the door and over to the staff. They take great care of her and are always doing fun activities. The staff are all very friendly and trustworthy. Highly recommend!
03 January 2025
Friends Day Nursery is the best nursery with the best staff. I have worked in nurseries and had my children in numerous settings and Friends out do them all. The staff are so caring and loving, my little girl loves every member and has settled in every room. Two staff members in particular are fantastic and not just managers who sit in their office they are hands on and approachable! The food is fantastic as well my little girl loves her food and she eats like a queen everyday!
03 January 2025
My child has been going since they were 6 months old and I was very nervous, but all the staff made myself and partner feel very reassured and most importantly my daughter. She has now been there 6 months and is very settled and I feel the nursery has brought her on so much with reaching her milestones. She is happy everyday going in and at pick up time. The nursery keep us updated with pictures and their app which has been invaluable to me as a mum who is nervous. It's extra peace of mind seeing what she's eaten, naps etc. Overall I would really recommend Friends Day Nursery it ticks the boxes I was looking for as a parent. I have already started enquiring about a place for my next child.
03 January 2025
Friends Day Nursery has been amazing!! My child loving going in every morning to see all the workers and children and they have built a great bond with him. I get lots of photos to show me what he is getting up to and I'm so impressed with the different variety of activities they do with him from just 10 months old. It is very clean, and a great range of facilities to help my son learn. Friends have also shown great flexibility by helping on days my other childcare has fallen through. Couldn't recommend Friends enough!!
03 July 2024
As we finish our preschool journey I can't thank Friends enough for the care, support and safe space they have gave us over the past year. We are so lucky to have this wonderful daycare as our local. The girls and owners are so kind to my son and supportive of his individuality. I was very worried about "structured meals" but I needn't have. The girls in the preschool room cater to his particular needs whilst gently encouraging him to explore new foods. This makes him feel very content and safe. Every single one of them would not walk past him, even outside of the setting, without a friendly hello "name"! My son really looks forward to his "friends" days which is the highest praise of all. Having attended a different setting previously, where my son was reluctant to go, I do not take this for granted in the slightest. He particularly enjoys playing in well equipped outside area. We are so sad to leave but will look forward to seeing you all at the school gates!
27 February 2024
Friends Day Nursery have been brilliant since our baby started a couple of months ago. They have been great getting him settled in, and keeping me updated on how he is doing! We love having access to an app to see what he’s eating, when he sleeps etc, plus getting messages and pictures of what he’s been up to really takes the stress out of leaving him to go to work. He’s getting on really well with the team in his room, is always happily playing with toys when I pick him up, loves the food and comes home a happy boy! Would happily recommend them to anyone!
27 February 2024
Friends Nursery is amazing. My son always has the best time there, and absolutely adores the staff. All the staff are so friendly and attentive - I get regular updates via the app and messages regarding his naps/food/nappies and pictures/videos of the activities he gets up to during the day (which are always varied). My son comes home happy at the end of each day after having a busy and fulfilling day - I’m so glad that we found Friends Day Care and couldn’t recommend them more.
19 December 2023
I cannot recommend Friends enough. My son has been going there for nearly four years now and they are a big part of his life. The staff are amazing. As soon as I leave him there I know he is safe and happy. Cannot recommend them enough.
18 December 2023
Friends are a superb nursery. My daughter has attended since she was six months old and is now age 5. The care and education that she receives is amazing. Lots of fresh air and learning activities - she has thrived. She is always keen to attend - so much so that she sometimes forgets to kiss her mummy goodbye!
18 December 2023
I have recommended Friends Day Nursery to anyone who will listen. I was extremely apprehensive about sending my children to nursery but I couldn’t have had a better experience. Both children have run into the building every morning delighted to be there. The staff treat them like their own and know all the children so well. The food is very popular and they eat all their meals. My baby sleeps well. They spend plenty of time outside and have lots of activities inside. My children have made lots of friends and they have thrived in the environment. The staff and owners are very accommodating, friendly and helpful it making the stressful work/life balance easy. Thank you, Friends.
13 December 2022
Friends is a great nursery. Our daughter really enjoys attending there. She settled very quickly. The staff are attentive and friendly. The venue is well suited, with good outdoor spaces for the children.
12 December 2022
My son has been attending Friends Day Nursery for a number of years now, and I have nothing but positive comments to say about it. They are extremely child-centred and this is at the heart of everything they do. The activities and learning my son receives are excellent and the care and attention are second to none. They are a very inclusive nursery in all respects. The food is excellent and well-balanced. I would highly recommend the nursery. When my husband and I were deciding on which nursery to send our son to, one of the staff talked to us about safety and how paramount it was. Friends was the only nursery that we visited that highlighted safety as key and we just knew this was the nursery to send him. Friendly and helpful staff and nothing is too much trouble. They are very flexible and accommodating in all respects. I love the way you get an achievement record for your child with so many special memories and a lovely keepsake. Great nursery and first-class facilities.
09 December 2022
My daughter (2) absolutely loves Friends! The staff are incredibly friendly and responsive. The children are always doing varied activities, and my fridge is full of artwork sent home. We also really appreciate the updates via the app. As a family, we only have great things to say about Friends.
09 December 2022
My toddler and preschooler both joined Friends Day Nursery in March 2022 when I returned to work and they have absolutely loved it! I drop them off in the morning knowing that they will have a great day, be so well cared for and have great food! It's like they have always been there, everyone who works at Friends is so friendly and caring, I know my boys are in safe hands! Another brilliant bonus is the school run to local schools, which is so helpful! I highly recommend Friends Day Nursery to everyone, it's made my transition back to work so much easier knowing the boys are having a great time every day! With my youngest being a lockdown baby, his speech and social skills have drastically improved since attending nursery and I'm so proud of how far he's come the support we've received from Friends has been very much appreciated!
11 April 2022
My little boy loves going to Friends Day Nursery. The staff are so friendly and really treat him like their own. They have a great schedule of activities and lots of outdoor space. There is a lovely family atmosphere and I would recommend it to anyone in the area.
05 April 2022
All of the staff are super helpful and always willing to go the extra mile. Our son always comes home with things on special occasions like a handmade gift for Mother’s Day for example. The nursery also provides constant updates via an app where you can check-in and make sure they are eating/drinking etc - couldn’t recommend Friends Nursery more!
29 March 2022
I have two children at Friends Day Nursery and have always found the staff to be really helpful and friendly. They are great with the kids and really get to know the children and parents. It’s a great environment for children and there’s no high turnover of staff which is great. As a purpose-built facility the resources are very good and the outside space has a lovely spacious country setting. Any time I have approached staff and/or management regarding changes to our childcare needs or general information regarding the children they have been very helpful, accommodating and supportive.
28 March 2022
Excellent standard of care. Friendly staff my children love it very much! The food is very fresh and healthy. The place is always clean and tidy, they have been outstanding through the Covid pandemic.