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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. Sunlands Kindergarten # Sunlands Kindergarten Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2024) · Gannicox House, 57 Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4EX · Gloucestershire Number of places 21 places Age range 3–5 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Gloucestershire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Sunlands Kindergarten, situated in Stroud, Gloucestershire, offers a Steiner Waldorf Early Years education for children aged 3-6. As part of the St. Luke’s Trust, a charitable organisation, it shares its location with other community initiatives like St. Luke’s Therapy Centre and Gannicox Camphill community, as well as Whittington House for the elderly. The kindergarten embraces a holistic approach, where daily rhythms include preparing and cooking food, which fosters social awareness and well-being. They also place importance on celebrating birthdays and festivals throughout the year. Sunlands Kindergarten welcomes applications year-round and encourages prospective parents to attend their open days to meet the teachers and learn more about their provision. They are registered to accept government funding for childcare. Our ethos Sunlands Kindergarten offers a Steiner Waldorf Early Years education for children aged 3-6. They embrace a holistic approach, where daily rhythms include preparing and cooking food, alongside celebrating birthdays and festivals throughout the year. What it's like Children at Sunlands Kindergarten enter a relaxed and calm atmosphere, supported by gentle voices, friendly comfort, and soft lighting, which promotes their emotional well-being and sense of security. Staff form strong attachments with children, fostering their well-being and independence. The setting's curriculum offers a rich and diverse range of learning experiences that connect children with nature's seasonal rhythms. Steiner Waldorf Education Charity-run Holistic approach ## Pricing & funding This nursery offers session-based rates for children aged 3 to 5. Fees are structured differently for funded and non-funded children, with non-funded children charged flat rates for morning or full-day sessions. Funded sessions are subject to additional daily consumable charges. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Morning sessions run for 4 hours. - Full day sessions run for 6.25 hours and include lunch. - Daily charges for children aged 3-5 cover snacks, lunch, baking, crafts, and gardening expenses. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Thursday from 8.45am to 3pm, and Friday from 8.45am to 12.45pm Age range 3-6 years Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Sunlands Kindergarten Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10351269 Lead inspector Gwyneth Keen Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258846)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY540224) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=sunlands-kindergarten-gl5-4ex-ey540224) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Sunlands Kindergarten Last inspected 13 September 2024 · Gwyneth Keen 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 at Sunlands Kindergarten enter a relaxed and calm atmosphere, supported by gentle voices, friendly comfort, and soft lighting, which promotes their emotional well-being and sense of security. Staff form strong attachments with children, fostering their well-being and independence. The setting's curriculum offers a rich and diverse range of learning experiences that connect children with nature's seasonal rhythms. Inspector highlights - Children behave well and learn about seasonal changes, growing their own fruit and vegetables. - The setting connects children with the world, teaching them about different faiths, cultures, and festivals. - Staff use storytelling, scarves, shells, and puppets to inspire creativity and imagination, supporting communication and language development. - Staff are reflective of their practice and use weekly team meetings to identify areas for development and discuss well-being. - There are strong partnerships with parents, who are highly complimentary about the setting and fully involved in their child's learning. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to give consistently clear messages so that children know and understand the expectations for their behaviour and receive simple explanations about the consequences of their actions - 2 further help children to share how they are feeling so they learn the language of emotions and understand the emotions of others. Inspection #10351269 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50258846) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children spend a considerable part of their day outdoors in the fresh air, where they develop their social and physical skills. Staff present physical challenges to all children to promote their large-muscle skills and encourage them to take managed risks, which provides children with a sense of accomplishment and self-assurance. Inspection history Date: October 2018 - September 2024 Good - October 2018 Good ## Frequently asked about Sunlands Kindergarten ### What do the fees at Sunlands Kindergarten cost? ### What is Sunlands Kindergarten working on improving? ### How did Sunlands Kindergarten do at its last Ofsted inspection? ## Nearby day nurseries in Stroud Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Sunlands Kindergarten. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Curious Caterpillars Day Nursery Stroud · GL5 4HL 4.2(6 reviews) ](/nursery/curious-caterpillars-day-nursery-gl5-4hl-ey488416) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### BarBar Nursery @ The Rosary Stroud · GL5 4AB ](/nursery/barbar-nursery-the-rosary-gl5-4ab-ey430748) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### BarBar Nursery @ Stratford Park Stroud · GL5 4AF ](/nursery/barbar-nursery-stratford-park-gl5-4af-ey430712) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.5 mi ### The Children of One End Street Stroud · GL5 1QG ](/nursery/the-children-of-one-end-street-gl5-1qg-ey400757) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Your Co-op Little Pioneers Nursery and Pre-School, Cainscross Caincross · GL5 4JG ](/nursery/your-co-op-little-pioneers-nursery-and-pre-school-cainscross-gl5-4jg-ey282250) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### St Matthews Playgroup Gloucestershire · GL5 4LH ](/nursery/st-matthews-playgroup-gl5-4lh-101674) [See all nurseries in Stroud →](/search?q=Stroud) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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