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Happy Days Day Nursery # Happy Days Day Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Dec 2023) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · 13 Grove Street, Kirton In Lindsey, Gainsborough, DN21 4BY · North Lincolnshire Number of places 44 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Dec 2023 Local authority North Lincolnshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Happy Days Day Nursery strives to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere where children feel at home. The nursery focuses on delivering exceptional care and educational experiences tailored to each child's unique requirements. All staff members are highly qualified, skilled, and approachable, ensuring a supportive environment. The nursery is a proud affiliate of the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) and has successfully achieved Level 3 in the Steps to Quality programme. Furthermore, Happy Days Day Nursery received a 'Good' rating in its most recent OFSTED inspection in 2023. The nursery is committed to demonstrating positive values and respecting children from diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds, religions, cultures, linguistic backgrounds, and abilities. They offer dedicated rooms for different age groups: Caterpillars (0-2 years), Butterflies (2-3 years), and Preschool (3-4 years). The nursery also boasts a large, secure garden area, rich with natural resources for children to explore and enjoy. They encourage prospective parents to schedule a visit to experience the setting firsthand, with children welcome to attend too. What it's like Children develop secure attachments to staff, helping them feel safe and secure. They behave well and are supported to learn rules and boundaries. Staff use words to help two-year-olds manage their emotions. Staff also plan interesting, hands-on learning experiences. OFSTED rated 'Good' NDNA member Large enclosed garden Highly qualified staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.facebook.com/happydaysdaynursery/) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm, all year round apart from bank holidays and at Christmas Age range 0-4 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Happy Days Day Nursery Last inspected 4 December 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children develop secure attachments to staff, helping them feel safe and secure. They behave well and are supported to learn rules and boundaries. Staff use words to help two-year-olds manage their emotions. Staff also plan interesting, hands-on learning experiences. Inspector highlights - Children's physical skills are promoted well. - Staff introduce lots of singing into everyday play experiences for babies and two-year-olds. - Children are supported to learn clear routines. - Children's good health is promoted. - Early identification of children with special educational needs and/or disabilities ensures that these children are provided with focused support. Areas to develop - 1 consider how to support children's growing listening and attention skills during large-group activities - 2 clarify how staff will consistently introduce children to the chosen core stories, helping them to repeat and recall words and phrases as appropriate. Inspection #10301349 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237432) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Happy Days Day Nursery Inspection date Dec 2023 Inspection no. 10301349 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50237432)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY420475) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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The report mentions physical skills development indoors and babies developing strength by pulling themselves up on bars on mirrors, but no specific outdoor play or space is detailed. ## Parent Reviews of Happy Days Day Nursery 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUJBA7BGH-LsE85P345E0B2Iwj8-c9Rcug_oNNHGZT-ncVQewyV=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) harry young 8 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNneXBELXlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4878f0ad6e8cf317:0xf81c14b3bd64f8d7) Reviews from Google for Happy Days Day Nursery. 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