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Sunshine Pre-School in Hatfield

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Feb 2023)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·St. Marys Infant & Junior School, Dellsome Lane, HATFIELD, AL9 7NE · Hertfordshire
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2023
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

Sunshine Pre-School, established in 1998, is a privately run educational setting located in a modular building on the grounds of St. Mary’s School in Welham Green, Hatfield. The pre-school caters to children aged between two and five years, focusing on providing a nurturing and stimulating environment.

They operate an inclusive practice, respecting diverse backgrounds and supporting all children in reaching their full potential, adhering to the Special Educational Needs (SEN) code of practice. Sunshine Pre-School implements the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and embraces the 'Curiosity Approach' to learning, which encourages child-led activities and emphasises learning through play.

Their approach allows children to explore, discover, and develop their interests independently. The pre-school highly values strong partnerships with parents and carers to ensure the well-being and development of each child.

What it's like

Children thrive in this remarkable pre-school, showing exceptional behaviour and deep respect for peers, staff, and surroundings. They show a sense of awe and wonder as they explore the inviting and stimulating environment, brimming with imagination. Children develop high levels of independence in readiness for school, carrying out self-care tasks and confidently managing their own snacks and drinks.

Child-led learningCuriosity ApproachInclusive practiceEYFS curriculumEstablished since 1998

Pricing & funding

Charges are based on an hourly rate for any additional childcare required. The nursery also requests a voluntary contribution towards consumables, which can be paid as an hourly rate or as a weekly minimum.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Additional childcare is charged at an hourly rate.
  • A voluntary consumable contribution is requested hourly or as a weekly minimum.

Key facts

Age range

2 to 5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

1998

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Sunshine Pre-School

Last inspected 22 February 2023

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding

What it's like to attend

Children thrive in this remarkable pre-school, showing exceptional behaviour and deep respect for peers, staff, and surroundings. They show a sense of awe and wonder as they explore the inviting and stimulating environment, brimming with imagination. Children develop high levels of independence in readiness for school, carrying out self-care tasks and confidently managing their own snacks and drinks.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders of the pre-school are inspirational, with a shared commitment to providing the best possible start in life for children.
  • Children make exceptional progress in their physical development and awareness of safety and risk.
  • Children receive high levels of individual attention and benefit from "nurture groups" to learn about their emotions.
  • Staff have made huge efforts to provide a language-rich environment to support children's communication and language development.
  • Families are incredibly well supported by the pre-school, receiving behaviour strategies and resources for home use.
Inspection #10276333 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are extremely well supported. The dedicated special educational needs coordinator works tirelessly to ensure that the needs of these children are met. Staff work very closely with a wide range of professionals which helps children get the very best support they need.

Outdoor space

Children make exceptional progress in their physical development and awareness of safety and risk. They confidently assess risk as they climb trees in the outdoor play area. Children build strength in their muscles as they take turns to balance on a tree swing as their friends push them.

Parent Reviews of Sunshine Pre-School

5.0
(1)
Plamen Filipov
8 months ago

We are infinitely happy and grateful that our child attend Sunshine Preschool. He settled so nicely and much of respect to specifically Vanessa, Emma and co for spending so much time and energy. Thank you once again! We wish you all the best from P. And M.

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Inspection history
  • February 2023Outstanding
  • July 2017Outstanding
  • March 2015Good
  • November 2009Good

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