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Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton # Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jun 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · 1 Braeside Road, Paignton, TQ4 6BX · Torbay Number of places 69 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jun 2023 Local authority Torbay About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton is a nurturing day nursery situated in a quiet residential area, conveniently close to Goodrington beach and Paignton harbour, offering enriching outdoor exploration opportunities for its attendees. The nursery provides care for babies and children up to 8 years old, separating them into four distinct units tailored to different developmental stages while maintaining flexibility based on individual progress rather than strict age. The facility boasts an enclosed garden split over two levels, allowing all children access to outdoor play. Operating Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, and open for 51 weeks of the year, Braeside focuses on creating a loving, stimulating, and happy atmosphere under the guidance of fully qualified and experienced staff. Meals and snacks are provided, with offerings such as cereals for breakfast, a mid-morning snack, cooked lunch, dessert, and a light tea included in various session types. The nursery also has a holiday discount policy for children attending a certain number of days per week. What it's like Children are very happy and settled at this nursery, feeling safe and secure. Staff effectively meet the needs of all children, fostering strong attachments and promoting positive self-esteem. There is an effective communication and language curriculum in place, with staff building on children's existing knowledge and planning appropriate next steps for their development. Age-specific units Close to beach and harbour Experienced staff Holiday discounts ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday, 51 weeks a year Food Breakfast (cereal), mid-morning snack, cooked lunch and dessert, light tea provided depending on session. Age range 0-8 years Term time / All Year All Year Established 2017 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 6 June 2023 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are very happy and settled at this nursery, feeling safe and secure. Staff effectively meet the needs of all children, fostering strong attachments and promoting positive self-esteem. There is an effective communication and language curriculum in place, with staff building on children's existing knowledge and planning appropriate next steps for their development. Inspector highlights - Staff strengthen children's development effectively, with babies enjoying storybooks, toddlers expanding vocabulary through songs, and pre-school children discussing emotions. - Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) very effectively, using visual cues and working with parents and external professionals. - Pre-school children develop knowledge of mathematical concepts, persevering with challenges and using positional language. - Staff enrich children's imagination through pretend play, from babies with teacups to pre-school children in a hairdressing salon. - Toddlers learn independence skills such as self-registering and hanging up coats, while leaders provide regular training and support for staff. Areas to develop - 1 organise group activities more effectively, particularly for pre-school children, to keep them fully engaged in learning - 2 strengthen opportunities for pre-school children to further develop their independence skills within their daily routines. Inspection #10279398 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222662) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton Inspection date Jun 2023 Inspection no. 10279398 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50222662)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY551320) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=braeside-sunflowers-paignton-tq4-6bx-ey551320) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > parents feel that their children have made good progress since attending > They comment that their children have become more confident communicators Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) very effectively. For example, they use visual cues and objects to enable children to understand what is coming next within their daily routines. Staff work closely with parents and external professionals. They help children work towards their next steps of development. All children with SEND make progress. Outdoor space Pre-school children access the environment confidently. They take their shoes off after visiting the garden and stack them on a shelf. Pre-school children learn about road safety by playing "stop and go" games in the garden and knowing to listen and look left and right. ## Parent Reviews 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKmXvDGpnMeTmDcNP4iPNPERR4H-MFoGYPJ1Zpvu7IitVrUJQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) R C 4 years ago This nursery has been amazing since I started taking my little boy here. Coral (Manager) is very friendly and her & the staff can’t do enough. My son always comes home Happy and shattered. Would highly recommend [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURHbVpYTXBnRRAB!2m1!1s0x486d1a9d2388dd6b:0xdd6658c46a6973dd) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWI7RUcuYI_T3-4uAhEos2KTwrf_Ox9hzVPvuhOfdtF23i490q0=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Beth Fatima jallow 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN5eUk2QzlRRRAB!2m1!1s0x486d1a9d2388dd6b:0xdd6658c46a6973dd) Reviews from Google for Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=15953536330628690909&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023 Date: October 2021 - June 2023 Good - January 2023 Inadequate - October 2021 Good ## Frequently asked about Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton ### Is Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton a good nursery? ### What is Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton's Ofsted rating? ### How much does Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton cost? ### Does Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton accept 15 or 30 hours of free childcare? ### Does Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton take 9-month-old funded places for working parents? ### Does Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton take 2-year-old funded places? ### What are Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton's opening hours? ### What age range does Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton accept? ### Does Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton have outdoor space? ### How does Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton support children with SEND? ### What do parents say about Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton? ### How do I contact Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton or arrange a visit? ## Nearby day nurseries in Paignton Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Braeside @ Sunflowers Paignton. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Mama Bear's Day Nursery Paignton · TQ4 5BD 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/mama-bear-s-day-nursery-tq4-5bd-ey457215) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### Muddy Wellies Nursery at YMCA Paignton · TQ4 6NX 4.5(34 reviews) ](/nursery/muddy-wellies-nursery-at-ymca-tq4-6nx-139449) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.1 mi ### Roselands Community Nursery And Playschool Paignton · TQ4 7RH ](/nursery/roselands-community-nursery-and-playschool-tq4-7rh-ey541104) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### St Pauls Second Steps Pre School Paignton · TQ3 2DZ ](/nursery/st-pauls-second-steps-pre-school-tq3-2dz-139472) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.4 mi ### White Rock Pre-school Paignton · TQ4 7SB ](/nursery/white-rock-pre-school-tq4-7sb-139447) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### Mama Bear's Day Nursery Paignton · TQ4 7EJ 3.2(11 reviews) ](/nursery/mama-bear-s-day-nursery-tq4-7ej-ey434985) [See all nurseries in Paignton →](/search?q=Paignton) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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