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Sunshine Pre-School (Kirkhill)

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2022)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·22 Abbey Meadows, Morpeth, NE61 2BD · Northumberland
Number of places
12 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2022
Local authority
Northumberland

About this day nursery

Sunshine Pre-School (Morpeth) Ltd has grown from a small, committee-run playgroup into a flourishing establishment at the heart of its community. Situated on the Kirkhill estate, just outside Morpeth town centre, the pre-school prides itself on a strong reputation, with many parents recommending it to friends and returning with younger siblings.

The dedicated and experienced staff enjoy fostering the development and growth of each child in their care. The pre-school operates from a modern, disabled-friendly site, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

They provide various forms of care, including pre-school sessions and wraparound care for nursery-aged children and two-year-olds. The pre-school actively engages with interested families who are looking for a nurturing environment for their children.

What it's like

Children enter the pre-school happily and separate from their parents easily. Staff encourage children to recognise their names and independently hang their coats. They teach children about how to keep themselves safe, including road safety.

Community-focusedExperienced staffDisabled-friendly siteWraparound care available

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

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

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Key facts

Opening hours

7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and one week at Christmas.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Sunshine Pre-School (Kirkhill)

Last inspected 24 March 2022

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 enter the pre-school happily and separate from their parents easily. Staff encourage children to recognise their names and independently hang their coats. They teach children about how to keep themselves safe, including road safety.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are enthusiastic and have a positive attitude to their learning.
  • Children develop their early literacy skills well.
  • Staff support children's language development well.
  • Children learn to be independent.
  • Children behave very well.

Areas to develop

  • 1plan adult-led activities more carefully to take account of the skills that younger children need to learn
  • 2share more detailed information with parents about their children's levels of development, to provide continuity in children's learning
  • 3extend the monitoring of staff's practice and their professional development, to raise the quality of education to a higher level.
Inspection #10215153 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

Outdoor space

Staff make sure that children have opportunities to play outdoors in the fresh air each day. Children develop their physical skills when they visit nearby parks and learn about the natural world, for example, as they plant and look after sunflowers.

Parent Reviews of Sunshine Pre-School (Kirkhill)

5.0
(1)
Michelle Fowler
2 years ago

Sunshine nursery is brilliant. The staff are so friendly & kind. Their aim in building the children's confidence as well as encouraging them to use their imagination is so positive. It's lovely when your child walks in happily & comes out with a big smile. Thank you to the staff at sunshine.

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Inspection history

Date: March 2022

  • May 2022Good
  • March 2022Good

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