Welcome to Sleepy Hollow Group
Sleepy Hollow Group
Northern Ireland's leading early years care and education,
school age and corporate childcare company
What We Do
For over 30 years, Sleepy Hollow has provided Health and Social Care Trust-registered childcare across Northern Ireland, from day nurseries and preschool to after-school clubs and holiday camps. Quality, affordability and flexibility are at the heart of everything we do.
Our Early Childhood Centres in Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm, Holywood and Lisburn care for babies and children up to five. We also provide breakfast clubs, after-school care and holiday camps in primary schools across Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Bangor, Larne, Newtownabbey, Armagh and beyond.
We have always put children first, while adapting our services to meet the changing needs of working families. Our Directors are all Early Years graduates who also hold degrees or master’s degrees in business, entrepreneurship and law, and one specialised in workplace childcare research. We invest in continued professional development across our whole team, so your child’s care reflects current best practice.
We also speak up for our sector, sitting on committees that represent children, families and childcare providers. Whether we’re caring for your child, partnering with your school or supporting your workplace, our aim is the same: a nurturing, dependable environment where children thrive.
For over 30 years, Sleepy Hollow has provided Health and Social Care Trust-registered childcare across Northern Ireland, from day nurseries and preschool to after-school clubs and holiday camps. Quality, affordability and flexibility are at the heart of everything we do.
Our Early Childhood Centres in Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm, Holywood and Lisburn care for babies and children up to five. We also provide breakfast clubs, after-school care and holiday camps in primary schools across Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Bangor, Larne, Newtownabbey, Armagh and beyond.
We have always put children first, while adapting our services to meet the changing needs of working families. Our Directors are all Early Years graduates who also hold degrees or master’s degrees in business, entrepreneurship and law, and one specialised in workplace childcare research. We invest in continued professional development across our whole team, so your child’s care reflects current best practice.
We also speak up for our sector, sitting on committees that represent children, families and childcare providers. Whether we’re caring for your child, partnering with your school or supporting your workplace, our aim is the same: a nurturing, dependable environment where children thrive.
Early Childhood Centres
Day Nurseries & Early Childhood Centres
Sleepy Hollow has five registered day nurseries, which we call Early Childhood Centres, in Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm (Ballymena), Holywood and Lisburn, caring for babies and children up to five years old.
For 2–3 year olds, we offer the part-funded Eager and Able to Learn pre-preschool programme in Aldergrove, Holywood, Lisburn and Newtownabbey.
For children in their preschool year, we provide Department of Education-funded preschool places in Aldergrove, Holywood and Lisburn.
Day Nurseries & Early Childhood Centres
Sleepy Hollow has five registered day nurseries, which we call Early Childhood Centres, in Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm (Ballymena), Holywood and Lisburn, caring for babies and children up to five years old.
For 2–3 year olds, we offer the part-funded Eager and Able to Learn pre-preschool programme in Aldergrove, Holywood, Lisburn and Newtownabbey.
For children in their preschool year, we provide Department of Education-funded preschool places in Aldergrove, Holywood and Lisburn.
Early Childhood Centres
Sleepy Hollow has five registered day nurseries, known as Early Childhood Centres, in Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm, Holywood and Lisburn.
We also offer the part-funded Eager and Able to Learn pre-preschool programme for 2–3 year olds in Aldergrove, Holywood, Lisburn and Newtownabbey.
Department of Education-funded preschool places are available in Aldergrove, Holywood and Lisburn.
Sleepy Hollow has five registered day nurseries, known as Early Childhood Centres, in Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm, Holywood and Lisburn.
We also offer the part-funded Eager and Able to Learn pre-preschool programme for 2–3 year olds in Aldergrove, Holywood, Lisburn and Newtownabbey.
Department of Education-funded preschool places are available in Aldergrove, Holywood and Lisburn.
"What an incredible nursery with the most amazing staff. The worries as a parent of finding a safe, educational, comforting and loving environment this nursery ticks all those boxes and more. My son who is now 15 months has grown in so much confidence, curiosity and happiness at his crèche. To see him go from separation anxiety to running with open arms to the staff every day is so heartwarming. This just shows the love and care they give to our children and gives me the confidence to go to work and still know he is in great hands. I love the natural approach without iPads, TVs etc they are very creative with music, nature walks, outdoor play and musical instruments etc he is thriving here. The staff are a credit to this nursery and it's concept 10/10 thank you."
Wraparound After-School Care
After-School Care
Breakfast Clubs, After-School Care & Holiday Camps
For over 20 years, Sleepy Hollow has provided Health and Social Care Trust-registered wraparound childcare in partnership with 26 primary schools across Northern Ireland. Depending on the school, we offer breakfast clubs, waiting clubs (usually 2–3pm), after-school care until 6pm, and holiday camps during school holidays.
Because we’re based on site, children can join school clubs and extracurricular activities before coming to us, and we work closely with each school to provide cover for early closures. Our settings give children time to relax, play and have fun after the school day, while parents get quality, affordable childcare they can rely on.
Wraparound After-School Care
After-School Care
Breakfast Clubs, After-School Care & Holiday Camps
For over 20 years, Sleepy Hollow has provided Health and Social Care Trust-registered wraparound childcare in partnership with 26 primary schools across Northern Ireland. Depending on the school, we offer breakfast clubs, waiting clubs (usually 2–3pm), after-school care until 6pm, and holiday camps during school holidays.
Because we’re based on site, children can join school clubs and extracurricular activities before coming to us, and we work closely with each school to provide cover for early closures. Our settings give children time to relax, play and have fun after the school day, while parents get quality, affordable childcare they can rely on.
Holiday Camps
School Holiday Camps & Summer Schemes
Sleepy Hollow runs registered holiday clubs and summer schemes for primary school children every school holiday, at locations across Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Newtownabbey, Bangor, Crumlin, Armagh and Portadown. Each camp is packed with themed activity days, so there’s always something new for children to try.
Most camps open from 8am to 6pm. You can book full days, or a 9am to 3pm session with an optional breakfast club drop-off from 8am.
Our approach is based on playwork, giving children the freedom to choose, explore and have fun. Our aim is simple: high-quality, affordable holiday childcare for working parents, and a holiday children will look forward to.
School Holiday Camps & Summer Schemes
Sleepy Hollow runs registered holiday clubs and summer schemes for primary school children every school holiday, at locations across Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Newtownabbey, Bangor, Crumlin, Armagh and Portadown. Each camp is packed with themed activity days, so there’s always something new for children to try.
Most camps open from 8am to 6pm. You can book full days, or a 9am to 3pm session with an optional breakfast club drop-off from 8am.
Our approach is based on playwork, giving children the freedom to choose, explore and have fun. Our aim is simple: high-quality, affordable holiday childcare for working parents, and a holiday children will look forward to.
Holiday Camps
School Holiday Camps & Summer Schemes
Sleepy Hollow runs registered holiday clubs and summer schemes for primary school children every school holiday, at locations across Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Newtownabbey, Bangor, Crumlin, Armagh and Portadown. Each camp is packed with themed activity days, so there’s always something new for children to try.
Most camps open from 8am to 6pm. You can book full days, or a 9am to 3pm session with an optional breakfast club drop-off from 8am.
Our approach is based on playwork, giving children the freedom to choose, explore and have fun. Our aim is simple: high-quality, affordable holiday childcare for working parents, and a holiday children will look forward to.
School Holiday Camps & Summer Schemes
Sleepy Hollow runs registered holiday clubs and summer schemes for primary school children every school holiday, at locations across Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Newtownabbey, Bangor, Crumlin, Armagh and Portadown. Each camp is packed with themed activity days, so there’s always something new for children to try.
Most camps open from 8am to 6pm. You can book full days, or a 9am to 3pm session with an optional breakfast club drop-off from 8am.
Our approach is based on playwork, giving children the freedom to choose, explore and have fun. Our aim is simple: high-quality, affordable holiday childcare for working parents, and a holiday children will look forward to.
"My son absolutely thrives at Sleepy Hollow, I could not speak more highly of all the girls and the set up of the rooms. I recommend Sleepy Hollow to friends and family, I also will be applying for my younger child to join next September."
Corporate Childcare
Sleepy Hollow works with employers across Northern Ireland to make childcare part of a supportive workplace, with options to suit organisations of every size.
On-site and off-site childcare: we can run a dedicated childcare setting at your workplace, or provide reserved places at one of our nearby Early Childhood Centres. We operate centres in partnership with the Galgorm Collection and the Ministry of Defence, and can also help eligible employers set up an HMRC-compliant workplace nursery scheme.
Employee childcare benefits: through our no-cost partnership, organisations such as Cleaver Fulton Rankin and Clockwise Belfast offer their staff a 10% discount on childcare, £0 deposits and priority enrolment.
Why employers partner with us:
Attract and recruit talented peopleRetain staff and support parents returning from parental leaveReduce absence caused by childcare problemsBuild a loyal, engaged and productive workforceShow a visible commitment to family-friendly working
We are also proud sponsors of the Ulster Rugby Family Fun Day.
With over 30 years’ experience, we tailor every partnership to the employer’s needs.
Sleepy Hollow works with employers across Northern Ireland to make childcare part of a supportive workplace, with options to suit organisations of every size.
On-site and off-site childcare: we can run a dedicated childcare setting at your workplace, or provide reserved places at one of our nearby Early Childhood Centres. We operate centres in partnership with the Galgorm Collection and the Ministry of Defence, and can also help eligible employers set up an HMRC-compliant workplace nursery scheme.
Employee childcare benefits: through our no-cost partnership, organisations such as Cleaver Fulton Rankin and Clockwise Belfast offer their staff a 10% discount on childcare, £0 deposits and priority enrolment.
Why employers partner with us:
Attract and recruit talented people
Retain staff and support parents returning from parental leave
Reduce absence caused by childcare problems
Build a loyal, engaged and productive workforce
Show a visible commitment to family-friendly working
We are also proud sponsors of the Ulster Rugby Family Fun Day.
With over 30 years’ experience, we tailor every partnership to the employer’s needs.
Corporate Childcare
Sleepy Hollow works with employers across Northern Ireland to make childcare part of a supportive workplace, with options to suit organisations of every size.
On-site and off-site childcare: we can run a dedicated childcare setting at your workplace, or provide reserved places at one of our nearby Early Childhood Centres. We operate centres in partnership with the Galgorm Collection and the Ministry of Defence, and can also help eligible employers set up an HMRC-compliant workplace nursery scheme.
Employee childcare benefits: through our no-cost partnership, organisations such as Cleaver Fulton Rankin and Clockwise Belfast offer their staff a 10% discount on childcare, £0 deposits and priority enrolment.
Why employers partner with us:
Attract and recruit talented people
Retain staff and support parents returning from parental leave
Reduce absence caused by childcare problems
Build a loyal, engaged and productive workforce
Show a visible commitment to family-friendly working
We are also proud sponsors of the Ulster Rugby Family Fun Day.
With over 30 years’ experience, we tailor every partnership to the employer’s needs
Sleepy Hollow works with employers across Northern Ireland to make childcare part of a supportive workplace, with options to suit organisations of every size.
On-site and off-site childcare: we can run a dedicated childcare setting at your workplace, or provide reserved places at one of our nearby Early Childhood Centres. We operate centres in partnership with the Galgorm Collection and the Ministry of Defence, and can also help eligible employers set up an HMRC-compliant workplace nursery scheme.
Employee childcare benefits: through our no-cost partnership, organisations such as Cleaver Fulton Rankin and Clockwise Belfast offer their staff a 10% discount on childcare, £0 deposits and priority enrolment.
Why employers partner with us:
Attract and recruit talented people
Retain staff and support parents returning from parental leave
Reduce absence caused by childcare problems
Build a loyal, engaged and productive workforce
Show a visible commitment to family-friendly working
We are also proud sponsors of the Ulster Rugby Family Fun Day.
With over 30 years’ experience, we tailor every partnership to the employer’s needs
Important Information and Links
Locations
Sleepy Hollow provides registered childcare for children from babies to 12 years old, at more than 30 locations across Northern Ireland.
Day nurseries (Early Childhood Centres)
Our five Reggio Emilia-inspired, Curiosity Approach-accredited day nurseries are in
Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm (Ballymena), Holywood and Lisburn.
We offer: baby rooms for 0–2 year olds
Eager and Able to Learn pre-preschool programme for 2–3 year olds
Department of Education-funded preschool places at selected centres
drop-off and collection to local nursery and primary schools
Breakfast clubs, after-school care and holiday clubs
We provide registered wraparound childcare in 26 primary schools across
Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Newtownabbey, Bangor, Larne, Crumlin, Hillsborough, Armagh and Portadown.
Depending on the school, this includes breakfast clubs, waiting clubs (usually 2–3pm), after-school care until 6pm,
and holiday clubs during school holidays and unexpected closures.
Find your nearest Sleepy Hollow below.
| BC | WC | AS | HC | ECC | EAL | PS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Club | Waiting Club | After School | Holiday Camp | Early Childhood Centres | Eager & Able To Learn | Pre-school supervision |
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Building 643, Off Crumlin Road Aldergrove,BT29 4BN
| ECC | EAL | PS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Galgorm
The Courtyard, Galgorm Castle
Ballymena, BT42 1HL
Ballymena, BT42 1HL
| ECC | EAL | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Holywood
57 Hinchley Avenue,
Holywood, BT18 9FB
Holywood, BT18 9FB
| ECC | EAL | PS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Lisburn
Thiepval Barracks,
Magheralave Road, Lisburn, BT28 3BN
| ECC | EAL | PS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School - Juniors
Christine Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
| EAL | PS* | HC | AS |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Cairnshill Integrated Primary School
6a Cairnshill Drive,
Belfast, BT8 6RT
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Carrickfergus Model Primary School
4 Belfast Road,Carrickfergus, BT38 8BU
| WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Greenwood Infant School
436 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast,BT4 3HS
| BC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Loanends Primary School
193 Seven Mile Straight, Nutts Corner, Crumlin, BT29 4YR
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Riverdale Primary School
288 Ballynahinch Road
Legacurry, BT27 5LX
Legacurry, BT27 5LX
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Saints and Scholars Integrated Primary School
Killuney Park Road, Armagh,
BT61 9HG
| WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ St Bernard's Rosetta Primary School
Wynchurch Walk,
Belfast, BT6 0JS
| WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ St Mary's on the Hill Primary School
142 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JU
| AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School, Newtownabbey
Christine Road,
Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Locations
Sleepy Hollow provides registered childcare for children from babies to 12 years old, at more than 30 locations across Northern Ireland.
Day nurseries (Early Childhood Centres)
Our five Reggio Emilia-inspired, Curiosity Approach-accredited day nurseries are in
Aldergrove, Crumlin, Galgorm (Ballymena), Holywood and Lisburn.
We offer: baby rooms for 0–2 year olds
Eager and Able to Learn pre-preschool programme for 2–3 year olds
Department of Education-funded preschool places at selected centres
drop-off and collection to local nursery and primary schools
Breakfast clubs, after-school care and holiday clubs
We provide registered wraparound childcare in 26 primary schools across
Belfast, Lisburn, Carrickfergus, Newtownabbey, Bangor, Larne, Crumlin, Hillsborough, Armagh and Portadown.
Depending on the school, this includes breakfast clubs, waiting clubs (usually 2–3pm), after-school care until 6pm,
and holiday clubs during school holidays and unexpected closures.
Find your nearest Sleepy Hollow below.
| BC | WC | AS |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast Club | Waiting Club | After School |
| HC |
|---|
| Holiday Camp |
| ECC | EAL | PS |
|---|---|---|
| Early Care Centres | Eager & Able To Learn | Pre-school supervision |
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Aldergrove
Building 643, Off Crumlin Road Aldergrove, BT29 4BN
| ECC | EAL | PS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Galgorm
The Courtyard, Galgorm Castle, Ballymena, BT42 1HL
| ECC | EAL | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Holywood
57 Hinchley Avenue,
Holywood, BT18 9FB
Holywood, BT18 9FB
| ECC | EAL | PS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Early Childhood Centre Lisburn
Thiepval Barracks,
Magheralave Road, Lisburn, BT28 3BN
| ECC | EAL | PS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School - Juniors
Christine Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
| EAL | PS* | HC | AS |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Cairnshill Integrated Primary School
6a Cairnshill Drive,
Belfast, BT8 6RT
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Carrickfergus Model Primary School
4 Belfast Road,Carrickfergus, BT38 8BU
| WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ Greenwood Infant School
436 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast,BT4 3HS
BC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ Loanends Primary School
193 Seven Mile Straight, Nutts Corner, Crumlin, BT29 4YR
BC
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ Riverdale Primary School
288 Ballynahinch RoadLegacurry, BT27 5LX
BC
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ Saints and Scholars Integrated Primary School
Killuney Park Road, Armagh,BT61 9HG
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ St Bernard's Rosetta Primary School
Wynchurch Walk,Belfast, BT6 0JS
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ St Mary's on the Hill Primary School
142 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JU
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School
Christine Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
BC
WC
AS
HC
Senior Management Team
Diane KoplewskyCEO
Bronagh CreeryDirector
Nikolai KoplewskyDirector
Pauline BradshawFinance Manager
Dee EdwardsAssociate Director
Head of School Age Childcare
Louise WilliamsAssociate Director
Head of Early Years
Karen LowansHead of Quality and Regulation
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Awards & Recognition
Suite 1, Fortwilliam House, Edgewater Business Park, Belfast, BT3 9JQ
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ Greenwood Infant School
436 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast,BT4 3HS
BC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ Loanends Primary School
193 Seven Mile Straight, Nutts Corner, Crumlin, BT29 4YR
BC
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ Riverdale Primary School
288 Ballynahinch RoadLegacurry, BT27 5LX
BC
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ Saints and Scholars Integrated Primary School
Killuney Park Road, Armagh,BT61 9HG
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ St Bernard's Rosetta Primary School
Wynchurch Walk,Belfast, BT6 0JS
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ St Mary's on the Hill Primary School
142 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JU
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School
Christine Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
BC
WC
AS
HC
Senior Management Team
Diane KoplewskyCEO
Bronagh CreeryDirector
Nikolai KoplewskyDirector
Pauline BradshawFinance Manager
Dee EdwardsAssociate Director
Head of School Age Childcare
Louise WilliamsAssociate Director
Head of Early Years
Karen LowansHead of Quality and Regulation
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Awards & Recognition
Suite 1, Fortwilliam House, Edgewater Business Park, Belfast, BT3 9JQ
Sleepy Hollow @ Greenwood Infant School
436 Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast,BT4 3HS
| BC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Loanends Primary School
193 Seven Mile Straight, Nutts Corner, Crumlin, BT29 4YR
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Riverdale Primary School
288 Ballynahinch Road
Legacurry, BT27 5LX
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ Saints and Scholars Integrated Primary School
Killuney Park Road, Armagh,
BT61 9HG
| WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @ St Bernard's Rosetta Primary School
Wynchurch Walk,
Belfast, BT6 0JS
| WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ St Mary's on the Hill Primary School
142 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JU
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School
Christine Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
BC
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ St Mary's on the Hill Primary School
142 Carnmoney Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6JU
| AS | HC |
|---|
Sleepy Hollow @
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School
Christine Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
BC
WC
AS
HC
Sleepy Hollow @ St MacNissi's Primary School
Christine Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 6UE
| BC | WC | AS | HC |
|---|
Senior Management Team
Diane KoplewskyCEO
Bronagh CreeryDirector
Nikolai KoplewskyDirector
Pauline BradshawFinance Manager
Dee EdwardsAssociate Director
Head of School Age Childcare
Louise WilliamsAssociate Director
Head of Early Years
Karen LowansHead of Quality and Regulation
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Awards & Recognition
Suite 1, Fortwilliam House, Edgewater Business Park, Belfast, BT3 9JQ
Director
Nikolai KoplewskyDirector
Pauline BradshawFinance Manager
Dee EdwardsAssociate Director
Head of School Age Childcare
Louise WilliamsAssociate Director
Head of Early Years
Karen LowansHead of Quality and Regulation
![]()
Awards & Recognition
Suite 1, Fortwilliam House, Edgewater Business Park, Belfast, BT3 9JQ
Director
Pauline BradshawFinance Manager
Dee EdwardsAssociate Director
Head of School Age Childcare
Louise WilliamsAssociate Director
Head of Early Years
Karen LowansHead of Quality and Regulation
![]()
Finance Manager
Dee EdwardsAssociate Director
Head of School Age Childcare
Head of School Age Childcare
Louise WilliamsAssociate Director
Head of Early Years
Head of Early Years
Karen LowansHead of Quality and Regulation
![]()
Head of Quality and Regulation
Awards & Recognition
Suite 1, Fortwilliam House, Edgewater Business Park, Belfast, BT3 9JQ