Our objective is to assist early child develop by providing a happy, stimulating, but secure environment, where assisted by peer presence, children rapidly gain confidence, knowledge and ability.
Premises
Sunhill use a variety of properties both old and new, one of which is listed. The average size of nursery is circa 65 places; large enough to carry a full complement of staff, including managers and deputies but not so large that they are impersonal. We believe in creating a homely environment for young children, so you will find exposed beams, and interesting characteristics in older buildings and Victorian gardens, through to modern high-tech architecture. All meet current building, fire, and health & hygiene regulations. Each nursery is properly equipped for small children, with safe changing areas, and low-level toilets and washbasins. All have modern kitchens approved and inspected regularly by the Public Health and Hygiene Departments.
Outside Play Areas
Sunhill nurseries have secure fully fenced play areas, which are used on most days of the year.
There is usually a hard and soft surface area, the former is used for bikes and ride-on toys, and the latter for swings, climbing and other suitable physical recreation equipment. This is normally a grassed area within the nursery grounds; in urban areas nearby public parks may be used.
Babies & Toddlers
Our baby and toddler units are comprehensively equipped for the special needsof the very young, with secure, separate internal and external areas, where under constant supervision they can gain plenty of fresh air, and exercise when they become more mobile.
Pre-school Children
All Sunhill Nurseries are registered by Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education) and approved to provide funded nursery places from the age of three years. The quality and standards of pre-school education are outstanding' (Recent Ofsted Report -Little Hands Luton). Sunhill Nursery Schools provide a wide range of learning activities which develop the mind, body and personality of children in a safe, secure and caring environment.
Free Pre-School Nursery Places
Sunhill does not charge top-up fees for fully funded nursery places for rising 3 year old's, but due to demand free places are subject to availability, and allocated strictly on a first come basis. Please check availability with local nursery managers.
Hours
Sunhill nurseries are open 11 hours a day (7:30 am - 6:30 pm), every working day of the year, except between Christmas and the New Year. They are open throughout school holidays; and subject to availability, holiday places can be provided for children to the age of six.
Fees
Due to local economic conditions affecting nursery overheads, fees vary at different locations. For fee information for your area go to Location & Fees, alternatively phone, or e-mail indicating the nursery location. See contact details. Sibling and loyalty discounts are also available, please request details from our local managers.
Nursery Vouchers
Sunhill accepts payment by most nursery voucher schemes, it also operates direct payment schemes for companies and other large organisations, whereby the employer contracts directly with Sunhill to pay for childcare on behalf of their employees. This scheme is becoming more popular with parents and employers because it offers cost advantages over voucher schemes. For details please contact our accounts department or e-mail accounts@sunhilldaycare.com
Corporate and other special fee arrangements
These apply to organisations who have negotiated special terms with us, including corporate users; Public Utilities, NHS, Police, Fire,and Ambulance, Armed Forces, Local local and National Government. Please check with our head office whether this applies to yours, if not it may be arranged by telephoning: 01763 247474 or e-mail admin@sunhilldaycare.com
Out of School and Holiday Club
All Sunhill nurseries offer the above facilities but they may vary at different locations depending on demand, places and local resources, e.g. some urban nurseries are better able to provide school pick-up than rural sites.
Click this link for general informationand fees: Out of School & Holiday Club
Our Commitment
Sunhill Daycare prides itself in providing affordable high quality childcare, flexible sessions to meet parent needs together with a high level of customer service. If you believe another childcare provider is offering more or the same for less, we will gladly review this with you.