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Sunshine Nursery in Sunbury-on-Thames

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2025)
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5.0(4 Google reviews) ·Hawkedale School, Stratton Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 6PG · Surrey
Number of places
30 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2025
Local authority
Surrey

About this day nursery

Sunshine Nursery, a popular independent nursery in Sunbury-on-Thames, has been offering a specialised environment for children aged 2 to 4 since 1998, operating from a uniquely converted bungalow. The day nursery focuses on providing a setting where children can explore and discover through high-quality, child-led play, utilising both large indoor and outdoor learning spaces.

Their curriculum is designed to inspire young minds, blending essential play-based learning with enriching activities like Forest School, Chef School, and a weekly Spanish Club, aiming to give children a broad taste of the world before they enter primary school. Sunshine Nursery prides itself on its high staff-to-child ratios, ensuring quality care and a nurturing environment.

The day nursery fosters a "family feel," where each child and their family become part of the wider Sunshine community. Their core pillars include creating a warm and inclusive environment, helping children grow into happy, curious, and kind individuals, and providing care akin to what they would want for their own children.

They offer flexible sessions to accommodate varying family needs, available on a "mix and match" basis between 8 am and 5:30 pm, Monday to Thursday, and 8 am to 3 pm on Friday. The nursery operates during term time only.

Our ethos

We believe that children are natural explorers, and our mission is to provide the perfect setting for that curiosity to bloom. We don't just ‘watch’ children, we ignite their curiosity and foster a lifelong love for learning through the dedication of our highly qualified team. Everything we do is built upon three core pillars: A warm, inclusive environment where every child feels they belong; To help children grow into happy, curious, and kind individuals; To provide the same care and attention we’d want for our own children.

What it's like

Children arrive eager and ready to start their day at this nurturing nursery. They demonstrate that they feel welcome and safe as they quickly settle in to their play. Children are active learners from the moment they enter the nursery, and they behave very well.

Forest SchoolChild-led playFlexible sessionsHigh staff-to-child ratioTerm-time only

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday - Thursday: 8am to 5:30pm, Friday: 8am to 3pm

Age range

2 years to school age

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Session types

flexible sessions

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Sunshine Nursery

Last inspected 7 July 2025

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 arrive eager and ready to start their day at this nurturing nursery. They demonstrate that they feel welcome and safe as they quickly settle in to their play. Children are active learners from the moment they enter the nursery, and they behave very well.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders and staff plan a highly ambitious curriculum, with a high priority on communication and language.
  • Staff give children real autonomy over their choices, such as voting for stories.
  • Staff plan activities for children to develop their physical skills, including digging, sieving, and parachute games.
  • Staff teach children about healthy lifestyles, encouraging handwashing and positive attitudes towards nutritious foods.
  • Inclusion is at the heart of this nursery; staff are knowledgeable about children's dietary and medical needs and work with professionals to ensure clear healthcare plans.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to plan the curriculum more precisely to ensure the youngest children receive targeted support to help them build on what they already know and can do
  • 2embed online safety into the curriculum so that children learn how to keep themselves safe online.
Inspection #10399538 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents are exceptionally happy with the level of care and learning their children receive.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff use visual prompts to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. All children make good progress in their communication and language skills.

Outdoor space

The inspector observed activities, indoors and outdoors, and conducted a joint observation with leaders.

Google Reviews of Sunshine Nursery

5.0
(4 Google reviews)
Katie Palmer
5 years ago

My daughter was very nervous about starting nursery but all the staff at Sunshine Nursery have been so welcoming to her and helped her settle in brilliantly. I'm blown away by all the activities and organisation. My daughter brings home lovely artwork after every session. All the staff are so professional and friendly and are great at keeping you up to date with your child's daily activities. I am so so pleased we chose this nursery!

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Neda Hashemi
a year ago

Wonderful nursery.Very supportive and help full. I had my second child their and definitely can see differences compared to others Definitely recommend.

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Kay Connolly
6 years ago

All 5 of my grandchildren went to Sunshine Nursery and they all loved it.

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Inspection history

Date: March 2004

  • August 2025Good
  • July 2025Good
  • December 2019Good
  • December 2019Good
  • May 2015Outstanding
  • April 2015Outstanding
  • June 2010Outstanding
  • May 2010Outstanding
  • March 2004Good

Frequently asked about Sunshine Nursery

About the setting

Sunshine Nursery registered in 1998 and is located in Sunbury-on-Thames. The nursery is open each weekday from 8am to 5.30pm, term time only. It employs 11 members of childcare staff, nine of whom hold relevant early years qualifications at level 3 and above. The nursery provides government-funded early education for eligible children.

URN
120253
Registered person
Bateson, Lynne Pamela
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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