Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery

36 Thornbury Avenue, Shirley, Southampton SO15 5BR
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9.8 31 Reviews
  • Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery, Southampton
Based in Shirley, Southampton, Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery offers day care for children aged between 4 months and 5 years.

With focus on the individuality of each child, the nursery aims to provide continuous experiences for innovative, creative and focused play. The qualified and professional team are always on hand to offer a warm welcome, encouraging children to explore, learn and play in a way that suits their unique preferences and requirements.

Open for full day, half day, and sessional day care, Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery is committed to ensuring "the very best start for your little ray of light".

The nursery is conveniently located, with good access to public transport, making it a great option for parents and families with busy lives.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Owner

  • Ritika Agarwal
  • Privately Owned

Person in Charge

  • Simone Bull (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 9

Total Places for Children

  • 35

Age Range

  • from 0 years 4 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • combination of daily rates, hourly ,and session rates. additional hours

  • Fees sheet is available on request.

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery Reviews (31)

9.8

Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.833) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery has 31 reviews.

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Review from Abbie M (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been going to Sunshine Nursery for two weeks now, and he is absolutely loving it. All staff are amazing and really suit all the children’s needs. I know he is well looked after when attending nursery, and he absolutely loves going!
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
Thank you so much for your review; your little one has settled in so well and has many years of fun ahead at Sunshine!
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Review from T S (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sadly saying goodbye to the Sunshine team after eight years and two children. They have been professional, personal and extremely attentive to my children's needs. I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you, Sunshine team, for the love and care you have provided to my children.
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
This is so lovely to read. We have had a fantastic eight years with you and your family, and we are so thankful for this review; it means a lot to me and the staff!
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Review from Michael D (Father of Child) published on 7 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter was one of the leavers who left in July 2023.
My daughter spent two years with the nursery, and it was fun for her with no concerns. The staff team of the nursery were lovely, patient and accommodating, and my daughter enjoyed her stay in the nursery, and we are happy to recommend this
nursery to you.
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
We are so pleased to hear you had a great experience at Sunshine. Thank you for your review.
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Review from Q Y (Mother of Child) published on 7 August 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent team - everyone is very professional, very patient to deal with the child's problems, and will take the special needs of the child seriously. Where children develop unexpected abilities through play. All in all, a great place for kids
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review; it means a lot to us to know you are happy!
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Review from Sarah S (Mother of Child) published on 8 September 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot speak highly enough of the manager and her team of staff at ‘Sunshine’. Never was a nursery more aptly named! Our daughter has just finished there ready to start school today. When we made enquiries during our initial research of nurseries, ‘Sunshine’ really stood out as being a small and friendly
nursery. Our daughter has some additional needs, and we felt that a smaller nursery would be better for her, and ‘Sunshine’ has a real cosy, family feel to it. This certainly does not come at the expense of professionalism, however. The children are well supported developmentally and emotionally. Our daughter looked forward to attending and always came home full of chatter about all the exciting and stimulating activities she had been involved with throughout the day. It is worth adding that the staff coped particularly well with the restrictions of the pandemic, and as a parent, I still felt supported, even when it was not possible to enter the building.
Reply from Simone Bull, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
Thank you so much for taking the time to send in a review. I am so happy that you feel this way about Sunshine; the team and I are extremely proud to read and have this response published. Thank you.
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Review from Mariana F (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sunshine nursery is an amazing place with amazing staff. For the last few years they’ve been caring for our children and I couldn’t ask for people more caring and kind. My children love every minute of it and Sunshine nursery has been a key part of helping grow in confidence. Wouldn’t choose any other
childcare provider.
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
It is wonderful to hear that our families recognise the kindness and care from all the staff here at Sunshine, and it is so rewarding for the team to read this review. We really appreciate you taking…read more
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Review from Lucy P (Mother of Child) published on 31 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I honestly couldn't think of a better place (a family) to take care of and be a pivotal influence in my son's early learning experience. He has been with the Sunshine family for two years finishing now before going into his next adventure of Year R at Infant School. He has made many friends there and
is always excited to go to Sunshine in the mornings to see his friends and all the staff there who embrace every child in their own individuality, showing love, friendship and guidance. I have found the specific individual feedback on learning is excellent, and the hands-on mutual team involvement in my son's Speech Therapy (Sunshine liaising directly with the necessary third party's) and also that crucial potty training was exceptionally reassuring, which resulted in swift success. I am explaining to my son he won't be going back to Sunshine after the end of next week so he can move on to his new adventure, however, we will both shed a tear for leaving our extended family.
Reply from Simone, Nursery Owner at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
Thank you so much; we are so pleased to hear how happy you and your child have been with Sunshine. We will miss you all lots when he goes to big school, but feel he is more than ready for his next…read more
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Review from Genyrra P (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery is a warm, friendly and welcoming environment for all children.
My daughter started at the peak of the pandemic which was a difficult time for everyone, but the manager and staff gave reassurance where needed.
Since being at Sunshine my daughter is more confident
and grown into her own personality.
Staff are professional and caring, taking time to give each parent feedback about their child after each session.
They also use an app, which is a great tool for communication between staff and parents.
I would recommend Sunshine Nursery to anyone.
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
We are so pleased to know you are happy with our care and support, and to hear that you feel welcome by the team from the warmth they show is excellent! Many thanks.
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Review from Yuen Yee M (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Sunshine is the perfect setting for a nursery. The staff are so lovely and caring towards the children, and the children love them! The activities are always interesting and creative, as well as educational. My child has often surprised me with what he has learnt at nursery, i.e. a new song he sings
or a new phrase he has learnt!
We feel so lucky to be part of Sunshine, and it's like having an extended family!
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
Many thanks. We are really proud to hear that you are so happy with the care we provide and that your little one is learning so much, all whilst having a great time!
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Review from Fernanda V (Mother of Child) published on 19 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Excellent nursery! My daughter was almost running every morning to go and spend a lovely time with everyone there. Good service, communication, and they treat every child with love and respect. She learnt so much, and it was a relief to have her there while I carry on working full time during the pandemic.
Thanks,
Sunshine!
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
Great to hear your feedback and to see how happy you are with the care we provide. Thank you.
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Review from Kimberley C (Mother of Child) published on 18 August 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Both of my children have attended this nursery, my youngest will be leaving to start school in September. They both loved it there and loved all of the staff there. The staff were so friendly, and the children learned so much in preparation for school; they are faultless. The activities they do with
the children are wonderful; they have a fun-filled day each time they attend there. The children also love the homemade food that is made there. We will be so sad to say goodbye to Sunshine nursery. I can't thank them enough for what they have done for my children.
Reply from Simone, Nursery Manager at Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery
Thank you for your lovely review; it has been a real pleasure getting to know your family, and both your girls are just fabulous!
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Current Review Score: 9.8 (9.833)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.8 (9.833) out of 10 for Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.8 out of 5 from 15 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.833 for Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (151 Excellents x 5) + (28 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 180 Ratings = 4.833
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Sunshine Pre-School and Day Nursery is based on 15 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 35 number of registered child places is 7, which has been reached with 15 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (2)

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Simone Bull

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2002

Simone is the Nursery Manager and has worked at Sunshine for over 20 years.
She has a Foundation degree In Early Years and is Sunshine's Designated Safeguarding Lead.

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Stephanie-Knott Saunders

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2023

Steph is part of the Management team - as Deputy Manager.
She is the Deputy Safeguarding officer and also Special Education Needs Co-ordinator.

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