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The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath)

44 The Parade, Roath, Cardiff, CF24 3AB

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Daily rate£48.00 - £82.00 per day
Opening hoursOpen from 07:45 to 18:00
Ages from 3 months to 5 years
Capacity56 places
53m2 outdoor space
Funded hours not supported
Inspection RatingGood

Care Inspectorate Wales · 2026-03-26

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4.6

19 reviews

About this Cardiff Nursery

Description

Situated on The Parade, our nursery offers an ideal location for families in Cardiff City Centre and Roath, combining convenience with a warm, nurturing environment designed to inspire young minds.

We care for up to 56 children – from 3 months to 5 years old – in a very carefully designed homely, stimulating environment. We offer gentle, loving care and outstanding Montessori style Early Years Education to the children.

Discounts

5% discount to siblings

Location

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Last inspected 26 March 2026

Inspection ID SIN-00012196-YQVS

Care and support

Good

Environment

Adequate

Leadership and management

Good

Well-being

Good

Regulator: Care Inspectorate Wales

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Frequently asked questions

Here are common questions parents ask about The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath).

The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) costs from £48 per half day session, and from £82 per full day session, depending on your child's age and how many days they attend. As a working example for a 9-month-old attending 5 days per week, the estimated cost is £1,610 per month or £19,320 per year. This is higher than the Cardiff average of £72 per day. Extra charges for meals, consumables, or additional hours can be up to £10, where published. For a more tailored estimate, including any funding you may be eligible for, use the Nuuri childcare cost calculator for The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath).

Indicative monthly nursery costs for each age band and attendance pattern, for an average working parent with standard funding assumptions used on nursery profiles. Figures are illustrative only; confirm with the nursery. Hover a cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader for the same detail in each cell.

As a working example, for a 1 year old attending 3½ days per week, the indicative cost is £1,077 per month or £12,924 per year.

Estimated nursery costs by age and days per week. Scroll horizontally for more attendance options.
Indicative estimated monthly costs for The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) in Cardiff. Hover a data cell for the indicative yearly total, or use a screen reader to hear yearly text in each cell.
Age2 days per week2½ days per week3 days per week3½ days per week4 days per week4½ days per week5 days per week
3-8m£569 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,822.£722 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,660.£899 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,792.£1,077 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,924.£1,255 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,056.£1,432 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,188.£1,610 / monthIndicative yearly: £19,320.
9-11m£569 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,822.£722 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,660.£899 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,792.£1,077 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,924.£1,255 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,056.£1,432 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,188.£1,610 / monthIndicative yearly: £19,320.
1y£569 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,822.£722 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,660.£899 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,792.£1,077 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,924.£1,255 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,056.£1,432 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,188.£1,610 / monthIndicative yearly: £19,320.
2y£569 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,822.£722 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,660.£899 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,792.£1,077 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,924.£1,255 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,056.£1,432 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,188.£1,610 / monthIndicative yearly: £19,320.
3y£569 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,822.£722 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,660.£899 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,792.£1,077 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,924.£1,255 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,056.£1,432 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,188.£1,610 / monthIndicative yearly: £19,320.
4y+£569 / monthIndicative yearly: £6,822.£722 / monthIndicative yearly: £8,660.£899 / monthIndicative yearly: £10,792.£1,077 / monthIndicative yearly: £12,924.£1,255 / monthIndicative yearly: £15,056.£1,432 / monthIndicative yearly: £17,188.£1,610 / monthIndicative yearly: £19,320.

For example, figures are nursery fees before savings from Tax-Free Childcare or similar schemes where eligible. Use the full Nuuri childcare cost calculator to change age, days, and funding.

The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) was last inspected by Care Inspectorate Wales on 26 March 2026 with an overall inspection result of Good.
The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) is registered for up to 56 children per day. Availability varies by age group and session type.
The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) accepts children from 3 months to 60 months. Published room age ranges: Preschool Room: from 36 months to 60 months. Baby Room: from 3 months to 24 months. Toddler Room: from 24 months to 36 months.
The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) is open 7:45am - 6pm, Monday to Fridays. Please check bank holiday and seasonal closure details directly with the nursery.
No, The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) does not accept government funded hours.
The current minimum number of sessions per week for The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) is 1 session a week. Requirements can differ by room and age group, so confirm the latest policy before registering.
Book a visit by contacting The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) directly or using the enquiry form.
Three of the closest alternatives to The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) in Roath and Cardiff are Wibli Wobli Nursery (Cardiff) (£75 per day, 0.1 km away), Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Pontcanna) (£84 per day, Excellent rating, 1.5 km away), and The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Cardiff Bay) (£82 per day, Good rating, 3.7 km away). You can see the full list of nurseries within 5 km on Nuuri's Roath page.
On average, nursery costs £72 per day in Cardiff, depending on the provider and age of your child.
The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) operates in alignment with the Healthy Eating in Schools (Wales) Regulations and the National Minimum Standards for Regulated Childcare. These regulations, strengthened in 2025, place a high priority on reducing free sugars and ensuring age-appropriate portion sizes. The Green Giraffe Day Nursery (Roath) establishes individual dietary profiles for every child to manage allergies and religious preferences. The nursery is responsible for ensuring that all food and drink provided supports healthy habits, with staff receiving dedicated training on the latest nutritional analysis and food safety standards to protect children with specific medical needs.

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