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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Happy Days Nursery, Saltford # Happy Days Nursery, Saltford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · 480 Bath Road, Saltford, Bristol, BS31 3DJ · Bath and North East Somerset Number of places 32 places Age range 0–2 yrs Last inspected Jan 2023 Local authority Bath and North East Somerset 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 Nursery Saltford offers high-quality childcare across two distinct locations, catering to different age groups and needs. The main Day Nursery on Bath Road provides a nurturing environment specifically designed for babies and toddlers. For older children, a Pre-School is situated within the grounds of Saltford Primary School, focusing on school readiness and offering wraparound care for primary school attendees aged up to 8 years. Both settings prioritise creating calm and engaging spaces that stimulate curiosity, foster independence, and support developmental milestones through imaginative play. An experienced and dedicated team of staff ensures a warm and welcoming atmosphere where children always feel secure, supported, and enthusiastic about learning. Whether a child is starting their nursery journey or preparing for primary education, Happy Days Saltford aims to provide consistent care and tailored learning experiences to help every child flourish. Our ethos Happy Days Nursery aims to provide tailored learning experiences to help every child flourish by creating calm and engaging spaces that stimulate curiosity, foster independence, and support developmental milestones through imaginative play. High-quality childcare is offered across two settings, with a focus on school readiness in the Pre-School. What it's like Young children happily enter the nursery and confidently separate from their parents. Children show they feel safe and secure as they readily approach staff, chat to them about their news and engage in the activities. They show they are familiar with routines and concentrate well during activities, showing a positive attitude towards their learning. Two dedicated settings Wraparound care available School readiness focus Nurturing environment ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Nursery: Monday – Friday 8am to 6pm; Pre-School: Monday – Friday 7:30am – 6pm Term time / All Year All Year Food Meals & Snacks Established 1997 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Happy Days Nursery, Saltford Inspection date Jan 2023 Inspection no. 10275289 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208993)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/133097) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://happydaysnurseries.com/our-nurseries/saltford/) 480 Bath Road, Saltford, Bristol, BS31 3DJ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.45933/51.40208/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Bristol - [Day nurseries in Bristol](/search?q=Bristol) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=happy-days-nursery-saltford-bs31-3dj-133097) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Happy Days Nursery, Saltford Last inspected 26 January 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 Young children happily enter the nursery and confidently separate from their parents. Children show they feel safe and secure as they readily approach staff, chat to them about their news and engage in the activities. They show they are familiar with routines and concentrate well during activities, showing a positive attitude towards their learning. Inspector highlights - The provider offers a broad and balanced curriculum with a strong focus on communication and language, social and emotional skills, and physical development. - Staff promote children's language skills well by narrating actions, repeating words, and introducing new vocabulary. - Staff feel well supported, attend regular training, and use tools to help young children express their emotions, which has positively impacted behaviour. - Young children enjoy being active outside and indoors, developing confidence in taking managed risks and moving their bodies in various ways. - Children show a love of books, independently choosing and engaging with them, while staff check prior learning by asking questions about stories. Areas to develop - 1 help staff focus more precisely on individual children's next steps during adult-led activities to help them make even better progress - 2 enhance partnerships with parents so they know what their children's next steps are and can continue learning at home. Inspection #10275289 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50208993) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that they are happy with the progress their children are making. > They say staff give them daily feedback about the activities their children enjoy, and they receive information via an online application about their children's progress. > Parents say staff are happy to support them with aspects of their children's development, such as potty training. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Young children enjoy being active outside in the fresh air. They negotiate space well as they ride around on balance bikes and ride-on toys, and confidently climb up the slide. Children develop confidence in taking managed risks as they climb up the rope ladder and over the log bridge. ## Parent Reviews of Happy Days Nursery, Saltford 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW29D59ymqPSLwD4E_R3Q7W127RSPRf47-3ZWA24dayFKJHUVZs=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Jay Sparkle a year ago Great nursery with a great team! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJaEtqelFBEAE!2m1!1s0x4871867704d74d3d:0x2fef9f4fbfcecf22) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWnjpwHZBby592OvcQDHLDI-8RgSPxLOUZ3so3TJARc0c9XiHDU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Georgina Brennan 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNHdDVmdm93RRAB!2m1!1s0x4871867704d74d3d:0x2fef9f4fbfcecf22) Reviews from Google for Happy Days Nursery, Saltford. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=3454154604085694242&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2010 - January 2023 Good - November 2017 Good - July 2014 Good - March 2010 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Happy Days Nursery, Saltford ### What outdoor space does Happy Days Nursery, Saltford have? ### What do parents say about the nursery? ### Whereabouts is Happy Days Nursery, Saltford? ### Which funded childcare hours does Happy Days Nursery, Saltford accept? ### How many places does Happy Days Nursery, Saltford have? ## Nearby day nurseries in Bristol Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Happy Days Nursery, Saltford. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford Saltford · BS31 3DW ](/nursery/happy-days-pre-school-saltford-bs31-3dw-ey313807) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Avon Valley Nursery and Preschool Bristol · BS31 1TP 5.0(9 reviews) ](/nursery/avon-valley-nursery-and-preschool-bs31-1tp-2748227) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Snapdragons Nursery Keynsham Bristol · BS31 1TL ](/nursery/snapdragons-nursery-keynsham-bs31-1tl-ey445914) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.4 mi ### Swineford Nursery and Preschool Bristol · BS30 6LN 4.9(11 reviews) ](/nursery/swineford-nursery-and-preschool-ltd-bs30-6ln-2743603) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.1 mi ### Oak Tree Day Nursery Bath · BA2 9BN 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/oak-tree-day-nursery-ba2-9bn-2704571) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Orchard Lea Nursery Keynsham Bristol · BS31 2JN 4.7(14 reviews) ](/nursery/orchard-lea-nursery-keynsham-bs31-2jn-ey472617) [See all nurseries in Bristol →](/search?q=Bristol) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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