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Sunshine Pre-School # Sunshine Pre-School in Hatfield Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Feb 2023) · 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 - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## 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 learning Curiosity Approach Inclusive practice EYFS curriculum Established 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-olds 15 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: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212160) 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) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjX3f8LoOgcKZME14_xNC_2gQsw5iIqi8ZGbL5H2U286Oyo_wp0=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) 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. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2kxMmRHNDFWbHB6U1hvelgxTjJOVWQzVFVkRVZsRRAB!2m1!1s0x48763df1f56c1a8b:0xcd4663bff2b13766) Reviews from Google for Sunshine Pre-School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14791619702206576486&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history - February 2023 Outstanding - July 2017 Outstanding - March 2015 Good - November 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Sunshine Pre-School ### Which funded childcare hours does Sunshine Pre-School accept? ### What does the outdoor learning area at Sunshine Pre-School include? ### What type of nursery is Sunshine Pre-School? ### How is the staff team at Sunshine Pre-School described? ### When was Sunshine Pre-School established? ### How does Sunshine Pre-School support children with SEND? ## Nearby day nurseries in HATFIELD Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Sunshine Pre-School. - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 0.2 mi ### Willowbrook Nursery Hatfield · AL9 7EE 4.6(22 reviews) ](/nursery/willowbrook-nursery-al9-7ee-2782593) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Apple Daycare (Oxlease House) Hatfield · AL10 8TJ ](/nursery/apple-daycare-ltd-oxlease-house-al10-8tj-2628731) - [ Ofsted rating unavailable 1.0 mi ### Footsteps 123 Hatfield · AL10 8HR 4.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/footsteps-123-ltd-al10-8hr-2755737) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### University Day Nursery Hatfield · AL10 9AB ](/nursery/university-day-nursery-al10-9ab-ey378136) - [ Provider closed 1.6 mi ### Southfield School Hatfield · AL10 8NN ](/nursery/southfield-school-al10-8nn-ey480307) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.7 mi ### Squirrels Day Nursery Hatfield · AL10 8ES ](/nursery/squirrels-day-nursery-al10-8es-ey450036) [See all nurseries in HATFIELD →](/search?q=HATFIELD) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Sunshine Pre-School Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10276333 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212160)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY337415) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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