Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Ballyrobert & Ballyclare
Established in September 2003, Jigsaw Day Nursery began operations in Ballyrobert under the leadership of Grace and Paul Millar. Over two decades, we have expanded to a second location in Ballyclare, maintaining our commitment to providing a nurturing environment for children aged 0-5 years. Our approach emphasizes a 'home from home' experience, combining loving care with structured educational foundations across six key developmental areas. With qualified staff trained in child protection, first aid, and dietary management, we offer full-time and part-time care, home-cooked meals, and flexible scheduling options.Our kitchens, awarded top hygiene ratings, source local and organic ingredients to support healthy growth. Through continuous communication tools like the Seesaw app and personalized diaries, we ensure parents remain informed about their child's daily progress. Our team of experienced cooks, including Justin Pearson and Stacey McGerty, prepares nutritionally balanced menus catering to diverse dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific requirements.
Services
Full-Time Day Care
After School Club
Home-Cooked Meals
Flexible Scheduling
Dietary Catering
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in early years childcare
- Our kitchens hold top hygiene ratings with locally sourced ingredients
- We offer flexible full-time, part-time, and breakfast club options
- Our qualified cooks cater to allergies, vegetarian, and vegan diets
- We use the Seesaw app for real-time parental communication
What people say
Faultless and superb
Fantastic job
Thriving environment
Motivated staff
Home from home
Services
Full-Time Day Care
We provide comprehensive full-time childcare from 7:30am to 6:00pm, including breakfast, morning snack, lunch, and afternoon snack. Our structured programs support physical, social, and cognitive development through play-based learning. Parents receive daily updates through communication diaries and the Seesaw app.
After School Club
Our after-school program offers a relaxed environment for homework assistance and social activities. Children enjoy supervised play while developing independence and social skills. The service includes transportation via our 'jiggy bus' for local school pickups.
Home-Cooked Meals
Qualified nursery chefs prepare daily home-cooked meals using locally sourced ingredients. We cater to dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific needs. Menus follow national guidelines for salt and sugar intake while promoting healthy eating habits.
Flexible Scheduling
Parents can choose from full-time, part-time, or breakfast club options. Flexible hours accommodate varying family schedules with morning, afternoon, or full-day sessions available based on nursery availability.
Dietary Catering
We accommodate diverse dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific requirements. Our chefs work directly with parents to create safe meal plans, with training in allergy management and EpiPen administration.
People
Grace Millar
Founder
Co-founded Jigsaw Day Nursery in 2003, establishing its home-from-home ethos. With extensive childcare experience, she oversees strategic operations across both Ballyrobert and Ballyclare sites.
Paul Millar
Founder
Co-founder instrumental in expanding the nursery to Ballyclare in 2015. Focuses on operational standards and maintaining the nursery's educational foundations.
Ruth McAlister
Designated Child Protection Officer
Manages child protection protocols in Ballyrobert. Holds specialized training in safeguarding and contributes to staff development programs.
Leanne McDonnell
Designated Child Protection Officer
Oversees child protection in Ballyclare. Focuses on creating safe environments through play-based learning and staff training initiatives.
Justin Pearson
Cook
Qualified chef with 15 years' hospitality experience. Creates nutritionally balanced menus since joining in 2017, holding food safety and allergy management certifications.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 0-5 years across five dedicated units: Babies, Tiddlers, Toddlers, Pre-School, and After School Club.
What are your operating hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:00pm, offering full-time, part-time, and breakfast club options.
Do you provide meals?
Yes, we offer home-cooked meals and snacks using locally sourced ingredients, catering to dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-specific needs.
Are staff qualified?
All staff hold child protection, first aid, and food safety certifications. Our cooks have professional catering qualifications and allergy management training.
How do you communicate with parents?
We use daily communication diaries, verbal handovers, and the Seesaw app for real-time updates on children's activities and development.
