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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford # Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2024) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Saltford C of E School, Claverton Road, Saltford, BS31 3DW · Bath and North East Somerset Number of places 60 places Age range 3–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2024 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 and Pre-School in Saltford provides high-quality childcare across two distinct locations. The Day Nursery on Bath Road serves babies and toddlers, offering a nurturing atmosphere. The Pre-School, situated within Saltford Primary School, focuses on preparing older children for their upcoming academic journey and also provides wraparound care for Saltford Primary School pupils aged up to 8 years. Both settings are meticulously designed to be calm, engaging environments that foster curiosity, promote independence, and support children's development through interactive play. The dedicated team at Saltford is committed to creating a warm and welcoming space where children feel secure, supported, and enthusiastic about learning. The nursery aims to deliver consistent care and tailored educational experiences that enable every child to flourish, whether they are just starting their childcare journey or transitioning to school. Our ethos Happy Days aims to foster curiosity, promote independence, and support children's development through interactive play in calm, engaging environments. They provide consistent care and tailored educational experiences to help every child flourish and feel enthusiastic about learning. What it's like Children are greeted warmly by staff and settle quickly, developing strong bonds with their key person. They benefit from a broad and ambitious curriculum, enabling them to practice a range of skills and make good progress. Children are confident, active learners who express their ideas for play and staff extend their learning. Two dedicated buildings Wraparound care available Eco Schools certified Green Tree certified Meals & Snacks provided ## 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. ## 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 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford Inspection date Jun 2024 Inspection no. 10339217 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251761)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY313807) 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/) Saltford C of E School, Claverton Road, Saltford, BS31 3DW [© 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#/-2.46173/51.40088/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Saltford - [Day nurseries in Saltford](/search?q=Saltford) - [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-pre-school-saltford-bs31-3dw-ey313807) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford Last inspected 6 June 2024 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 are greeted warmly by staff and settle quickly, developing strong bonds with their key person. They benefit from a broad and ambitious curriculum, enabling them to practice a range of skills and make good progress. Children are confident, active learners who express their ideas for play and staff extend their learning. Inspector highlights - Children are greeted warmly by staff and settle quickly. - Children benefit from a broad and ambitious curriculum. - All children make good progress, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. - Staff support children's communication and language well and promote their thinking skills. - Partnerships with parents are effective. Areas to develop - 1 Support staff to strengthen the implementation of the curriculum during group activities, to reflect the learning intentions for children and help them achieve their next steps in learning to maximise their progress. - 2 Improve the daily routines to ensure children do not have to sit and wait for prolonged periods of time so that children are consistently engaged in learning. Inspection #10339217 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50251761) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > staff provide interesting activities for children, such as woodland walks out in the community Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision All children make good progress, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those in receipt of additional funding. Staff swiftly identify any gaps in children's learning, liaise with parents, and refer to other professionals for advice. Children with additional needs, including SEND, receive targeted support from staff, who agree plans and strategies with parents and other professionals to meet children's learning needs, using strategies such as visual aids to support communication and understanding. ## Parent Reviews of Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLFYhBVEMwJkEJShI5CbiHP2QwwzI-q6Lv0WckBOEQw1_kktg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) James Bliss a year ago I cannot speak highly enough of Tiddlers during our pre-schoolers stay here (2023/24). The staff were absolutely brilliant; it helped our daughter develop well beyond our expectations. While they retain the current staff you won't find a better preschool throughout the land. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR2OHItNmJnEAE!2m1!1s0x487186741de38119:0xdae5c8564369e03) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW29D59ymqPSLwD4E_R3Q7W127RSPRf47-3ZWA24dayFKJHUVZs=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Jay Sparkle a year ago A great preschool with a great team [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJaE9pMVVREAE!2m1!1s0x487186741de38119:0xdae5c8564369e03) Reviews from Google for Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=985827096422424067&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: November 2011 - June 2024 Good - July 2018 Good - November 2015 Good - November 2011 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford ### Is Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford a day nursery or preschool? ### What do the fees at Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford say? ### How does Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford support children with SEND? ### What are the main strengths of Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford? ### How was Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford rated by Ofsted? ### Which funded childcare entitlements does Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford accept? ### Does Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford take babies? ## Nearby day nurseries in Saltford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Happy Days Pre-School, Saltford. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Happy Days Nursery, Saltford Bristol · BS31 3DJ ](/nursery/happy-days-nursery-saltford-bs31-3dj-133097) - [ 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 1.5 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 Saltford →](/search?q=Saltford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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