Cardiff Bay
Highest rated 10/10 nursery in Cardiff as reviewed by parents
Cardiff Bay
Monday – Friday 7:45am – 6pm
Unit 2 Dunleavy Dr, Cardiff, CF11 0SR
Our Cardiff Bay nursery is perfectly located on Dunleavy Drive, inside a modern, purpose-designed building that has been fully refurbished to Green Giraffe’s high standards of safety, comfort and early years excellence. Families working or living in Cardiff Bay, Grangetown, Penarth, the City Centre and surrounding areas benefit from a warm, nurturing environment paired with exceptional convenience.
Our Cardiff Bay setting is one of the highest rated nurseries in Cardiff, receiving a 10/10 parent rating on daynurseries.co.uk — reflecting the trust, warmth and satisfaction families experience with our team and environment.
We care for up to 90 children, from babies as young as 6 weeks – 5 years preparing for school, within thoughtfully curated rooms designed to feel homely, calm and inspiring.
Each room features natural wooden toys, cosy sleeping spaces, warm neutral décor and large bright windows — creating a peaceful environment where children feel safe, secure and ready to explore. Our landscaped outdoor garden offers a spacious, stimulating environment for daily outdoor play, nature exploration and physical development.
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Why Parents Love Green Giraffe Cardiff Bay
Warm, Nurturing Team & Strong Parent Partnership
Our caring, qualified team builds close relationships with every child, offering emotional warmth, gentle transitions and open communication with families.
Montessori-Inspired Learning in a Calm, Natural Environment
Our approach blends Montessori principles with the Curriculum for Wales Early Years Framework, giving children independence, confidence and a love of learning.
Fresh Organic Meals Prepared On-Site
All meals are prepared daily by our trained chefs using organic ingredients wherever possible, supporting healthy development and adventurous eating.
Bright, Spacious Rooms Filled with Natural Materials
Every room has large windows, wooden toys, soft cosy areas and beautifully arranged learning zones that promote curiosity and imaginative play.
Safe, Beautiful Outdoor Garden
Our landscaped outdoor space gives children the freedom to explore, climb, dig, run and enjoy daily outdoor learning experiences.
Highly Rated by Parents
Our Cardiff Bay nursery holds one of the highest parent ratings in Cardiff and 3rd highest rated in Wales— a proud reflection of the trust families place in us.
Our Rooms & Environment
Blueberry Bush – 6 weeks – 14 months – A calm, nurturing space with soft textures, cosy sleep areas and sensory resources, designed to mirror the warmth of home
Strawberry Field – 14months – 18months – A vibrant space supporting early language, movement and curiosity, including wooden toys, practical life activities and early creative play.
Pumpkin Patch – 18 months to 2 years – A stimulating room encouraging independence, confidence and hands-on learning through Montessori-inspired activities.
Sunflower Garden – 2 to 3 years – A bright, structured space introducing early numeracy, problem-solving and imaginative play.
Plum Tree / Apple Tree – 3 – 5 years – Purposefully designed preschool rooms that prepare children for school through language-rich activities, pre-literacy skills, practical life tasks, outdoor adventures and confidence-building challenges.
Our Montessori-Inspired Curriculum
We blend the Montessori approach with the Curriculum for Wales, creating a holistic, child-led learning experience that supports:
- Independence & practical life skills
- Early language and communication
- Creativity, imagination & problem-solving
- Outdoor learning & nature connection
- Emotional wellbeing & social development
- Bilingual exposure through daily Welsh routines, songs & phrases
Our aim is to nurture confident, capable, emotionally resilient children who truly love learning.
Healthy, Organic Meals Prepared Fresh Daily
Our trained nursery chefs prepare all meals fresh on-site each day, using organic and high-quality ingredients wherever possible. Children enjoy colourful, nutritious meals that support wellbeing, growth and adventurous eating.
All allergies and dietary needs are catered for with rigorous care.
Outdoor Exploration & Active Play
Our Cardiff Bay nursery includes a beautiful landscaped garden, offering:
- Sensory planting
- Mud kitchens
- Balance and climbing opportunities
- Space for running, cycling and physical confidence
- Nature play and outdoor learning
This enriching outdoor space helps children build independence, resilience and a love of the natural world.
Book a Visit – See Cardiff Bay for Yourself
We welcome families to come and experience our warm, natural and inspiring environment in person.
During your visit, you’ll be able to:
- Explore our bright Montessori-inspired rooms
- Meet our warm, experienced team
- Learn about our curriculum & settling-in process
- See our outdoor garden
- Get answers to any questions you may have
Use our simple online booking system to choose a tour time that works for you.
📍 Green Giraffe Nursery – Cardiff BayUnit 2 Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff CF11 0SR
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❤️ What Parents Say
Our families consistently rate us among the highest nurseries in Wales — with outstanding feedback on care, nutrition, communication and our inspiring learning environments.
