Business Details
Trusted Child Care Services in Newtownabbey
Ballyhenry Nursery School provides high-quality early years education in a nurturing environment designed to foster emotional wellbeing and foundational learning. Established to support children's first educational experiences, our school offers two full-time classes daily, each accommodating 26 pupils, alongside dedicated classrooms and extensive outdoor play facilities. Inspected in February 2015 by the Department of Education Northern Ireland, we received commendation for our 'very good' educational quality and 'outstanding' pastoral care.Our mission prioritizes parental collaboration, individualized learning, and resilience-building through a stimulating curriculum. Located in a quiet Newtownabbey cul-de-sac, we maintain strong community ties while delivering personalized attention that parents consistently praise in testimonials. Our team of experienced educators creates a 'home from home' atmosphere, ensuring children develop confidence and curiosity before transitioning to primary education.
Services
Nursery School Education
Early Childhood Development
Outdoor Play Programs
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized attention in small class settings with 26 pupils per class
- Our outdoor play area supports active, exploratory learning experiences
- Recognized for 'outstanding' pastoral care in official Department of Education inspections
- Experienced educators implement individualized learning approaches
- Strong parent collaboration policy ensures tailored child development support
What people say
Nurturing environment
Dedicated staff
Confidence growth
Home from home experience
Excellent communication
Services
Nursery School Education
Our structured nursery program supports children aged 3-4 through a balanced curriculum of academic learning and social development. With two daily classes of 26 pupils each, we combine classroom instruction with outdoor exploration to build foundational skills. The Department of Education Northern Ireland confirmed our 'very good' educational quality during their February 2015 inspection, highlighting our effective preparation for primary school transitions.
Outdoor Play Programs
Extensive outdoor facilities provide daily opportunities for physical development and creative play. Our purpose-built play area features age-appropriate equipment that encourages motor skill development and social interaction. Parents consistently note how these activities contribute to their children's confidence growth and enthusiasm for learning through natural exploration and peer engagement.
People
Mrs Lyn Pollock
Principal
With extensive experience in early years education, Mrs Pollock leads our team in delivering personalized care and structured learning. She maintains direct communication channels with parents and oversees the implementation of our nurturing educational philosophy.
Questions
What age group do you cater for?
We accept children aged 3 to 4 years old, preparing them for their transition to primary school education.
What are your operating hours?
Our full-time nursery classes operate daily from 9:00am to 1:30pm during term time.
How do you involve parents?
We maintain an open-door policy with regular communication updates and 'Stay and Play' sessions to involve parents in their child's learning journey.
What facilities do you offer?
Our nursery features two dedicated classrooms, a veranda area, and extensive outdoor play spaces with age-appropriate equipment.
How do you support child development?
Our curriculum balances structured learning with free play, focusing on emotional wellbeing, creativity, and resilience-building through individualized attention.
Reviews (1)
Sarah Wallace
Jan 15, 2022
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Positive:Communication,Quality
Couldn't fault this nursery and my daughter has learned alot and loves it
Couldn't fault this nursery and my daughter has learned alot and loves it
