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Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Grantham Close, Royston SG8 5WY
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The staff in her room are lovely, and she smiles whenever she sees them.H Y(Mother of Child)
Sunhill Day Nursery Royston, Royston
On the whole, very happy with the nursery and the care they provide our little boyH F(Mother of Child)
Sunhill Day Nursery Royston, Royston
Sunhill Day Nursery Royston, Royston

Sunhill Royston is a welcoming setting located in the heart of the community. The setting follows a Montessori approach to education, which prioritises the growth and development of each child, in a supportive and engaging space designed for them to learn and thrive.

Children can enjoy a spacious environment, with free flow access to the garden space and a plethora of resources and activities designed to promote development and engage...  

Funding & Fees

Full Day Session from £89.70.

A £100 non-refundable registration fee is required to secure a place. Exact days of attendance should be confirmed no later than 6 weeks prior to the child’s start date. Any changes are subject to availability.

Contact Sunhill Day Nursery Royston to get a personalised quote:

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Group/Owner

Person in charge

  • Jan Homewood (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 20

Total Places for Children

  • 87

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Meals Provided

No

Consumables provided

No

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
  • Tuesday 07:30-18:30
  • Wednesday 07:30-18:30
  • Thursday 07:30-18:30
  • Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Parking

  • Large car park on site for parents and visitors.

Sunhill Day Nursery Royston Reviews (99)

9.8

Sunhill Day Nursery Royston has a Review Score of 9.8 (9.791) out of 10, based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sunhill Day Nursery Royston has 99 reviews.

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Review from I M (Mother of Child) published on 26 July 2022 Submitted via Website
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Overall, the experience has been good so far. The staff are very passionate, and I really appreciate the use of the app. The only thing for improvement is the fact that we need to keep taking days off work due to short of staff in the nursery.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for your feedback; we really appreciate it. Unfortunately, as with many sectors across the country, Early Years has been affected in the last 12 months by severe staff shortages. We are working hard to ensure that we have well-qualified and experienced staff at all of our sites. Thank you again for your feedback.

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Review from I P (Mother of Child) published on 2 March 2022 Submitted via Website
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Both my girls enjoy going to nursery so much; they swiftly settled into such a happy and caring environment. You get the feeling staff do really enjoy their job. There are regular updates on activities, both group activities and individually, through the app and weekly newsletter, and the key worker is always happy to chat at pick up/drop off.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your lovely comments!

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Review from Jenny D (Mother of Child) published on 10 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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The staff at Sunhill have made my daughters time at the nursery so enjoyable, safe and welcoming.
She looks forward to nursery and is always happy at pick up.
I cannot fault the management team; they are always available and responsive to any question or request.

Thoroughly recommend Sunhill Day Nursery.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your lovely feedback! We really appreciate it!

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Review from Rachel W (Mother of Child) published on 9 February 2022 Submitted via Website
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My daughter absolutely loves Sunhill. She's very close to her Keyworker, and I feel she is getting great care when she is there.

They are prepping her for school starting in September, and I'm most impressed with what she is learning.

Reply from Beth Lewendon, Marketing Coordinator at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

We appreciate you taking the time to write this review and for your lovely comments! Our nursery teams ensure that we provide the best preparation for school!

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Review from Carrie H (Mother of Child) published on 18 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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We have been very happy with the care our child has received whilst at the nursery. The staff members have always been very helpful, and I feel like they know our child very well. We get daily updates through the app about what has been served at mealtimes and how much our child has eaten along with every nappy change. We get pictures of activities they have been doing, and a weekly newsletter keeps us up-to-date about what they have been learning. At the end of the month, we get a summary of the observations, which have been carried out each week.

The always menu looks really good, and the food we would be happy to eat ourselves. The rooms are well laid out with everything at child level, and the garden has lots of age-appropriate toys for each class. It is lovely to be able to go inside the classrooms now that the restrictions have been relaxed.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your positive feedback!

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Review from D D (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Our daughter started nursery when she was 12-months-old.
Staff ensured that she is settling well and kept us informed frequently.
She is well looked after and is great that you can check virtually her daily activity.
Overall, a great place; I will recommend it.

Thank you.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your feedback! We really appreciate it!

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Review from Jana P (Mother of Child) published on 16 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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I am very pleased with the nursery. The manager is fantastic and is dealing with her staff very well. My daughter is very happy in the nursery, she has been going there for more than 3-years now. Food is cooked freshly every day with very healthy options. I would highly recommend this nursery.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your feedback! We really appreciate it!

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Review from K R (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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The nursery and staff are great, my daughter loves attending. However, as new bookings are now restricted to 8 am-1 pm, 1 pm-6 pm or 8 am-6 pm, I would be unable to recommend the nursery, or send any of my future children there.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your feedback!

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Review from Laura R (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Parents evening was valuable to gain an insight into his experiences.
Transition to new nursery room has been well supported.

Staff are helpful and friendly, and have built good relationships with him.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for such positive comments!

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Review from Kirstie K (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Impressed with the range of activities my baby has been involved with. Staff are attentive and helpful. Would prefer a bigger and more natural outdoor space (grass/trees), but that is restricted by location.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your feedback!

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Review from Meg H (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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I was initially very nervous about putting my then 2-year-old into the nursery as she had not socialised much with other children her own age due to Covid. Sunhill really put my mind at rest and sent regular updates via their app, which is very easy to use. This didn't stop after her settling week, and I love seeing how she is getting on. The nursery was able to be flexible to my working schedule, which is a massive help for me getting the balance right between home and work. The lady in the office communicates regularly with parents and is always a welcoming face as you come into the building. It's very secure, and she runs a tight ship! My daughter has been going to Sunhill for nearly six months now, and she has a wonderful time there. The key workers in my daughter's room are so attentive, and I can tell they know my daughter well. They are all amazing and do such a wonderful job; they are a credit to the nursery. I would definitely recommend it.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review, and for your feedback! Our staff always work above and beyond to provide the best care, and we are delighted that your daughter has settled well!

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Review from April R (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2021 Submitted via Website
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Since starting here, my son has developed very well. He has become a lot more social, and his speech has come on a massive amount. He always enjoys himself, and I am kept up to date with lots of photos and information about his day. The staff are very friendly and know exactly what they are doing. We are incredibly happy with the service we have been provided here.

Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for such positive comments; we really appreciate it! We aim to keep parents constantly updated throughout the day, and we are delighted to hear that your son is developing well!

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Review from Ali L (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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We have been so impressed with the quality of care for both our children at Sunhill. Our daughter is now in school, but our son still attends, and despite moving away from the town, we chose to keep his place here. Tmanager has achieved wonderful things in uncertain times, the staff are so attentive and caring, and he is really happy there. We couldn’t be happier with Sunhill and will be really sad when our son leaves next year.

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Review from Izzy C (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has attended Sunhill since March 21. I was really apprehensive about leaving her and returning to work (even only part-time). But she settled in really well and now really enjoys her time at nursery. She is always so cheerful when I collect her and appears well looked after. She appears to have been busy and stimulated during the day. The staff are caring and helpful. They seem responsive to her needs. I’ve no idea how they get her to eat all her meals! She never does this at home!
We love getting updates on the app about her day. My only criticism is that we never seem to receive the ones from later in the day/dinner time.

Overall, we’re very happy.

Reply from Jan Homewood, Nursery Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

We are so happy to hear you are pleased with the nursery, and your daughter has settled in very well. I can only apologise if the app isn't updating. Everything is added and published, but we do have a few internet issues - this is being resolved soon, so you should see an improvement!

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Review from Sara C (Mother of Child) published on 10 May 2021 Submitted via Website
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Both my kids are going to the Sunhill Nursery Royston. One of them started at the age of 9-months and is now in pre-school, and I couldn't be happier with how things are handled. Notifications through the app is a blessing in these pandemic times, and the thorough assessments we get let me know he's is super happy, learning through play and also enjoying the vast and diverse set of activities that are put in place for their cognitive development.
My other one just started and is with a very happy sentiment that I see him going to his carers who go above and beyond to make him feel comfortable and happy in this sensitive time of being away from his parents in a new environment.

Couldn't recommend this place more! People, there are absolutely fantastic!

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Review from Joanna S (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2021 Submitted via Website
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My son (now two and a half) has been at Sunhill since he was 4-months-old and they have done a terrific job at looking after him. I was so worried initially about leaving him there when he was a baby as he suffered terribly with severe silent reflux and a milk allergy. At the time, we were struggling to get him into a routine with his sleep, and he required medication throughout the day and a special dairy-free formula, but they all took it in their stride and took great care of him. The staff worked with us as best they could while we got to the route of his health issues and adhered to our guidelines whilst trying to get him into a routine. Fast forward to now, and he is thriving! Despite being on a very restrictive diet (no gluten, dairy, soya or citric acid), he is still provided with a variety of healthy food and doesn't miss out on anything. He's very sociable and happy there and has formed close bonds with some of the careers and his peers. I would definitely recommend Sunhill.

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Review from J N (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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Very happy with the level of care provided. I'm kept updated with pictures and notes throughout the day of naps, meals and activities. The staff are all very friendly and professional. They provide a high level of care but also work hard to provide activities to engage and nurture. Able to fit around shift patterns and term time only. Easy to park and collect.

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Review from Jenny K (Mother of Child) published on 18 February 2021 Submitted via Website
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My son joined Sunhill back in June 2020 at the start of Covid so a very difficult situation for everyone especially a first time mum leaving their little one for the first time. All staff have been so professional from day one, friendly and bubbly even in this tough time. My son has settled in so well and has come on leaps and bounds and that is due to the staff at Sunhill. He is so happy here. A massive relief for us.

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Review from Naomi C (Mother of Child) published on 26 January 2021 Submitted via Website
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Fab nursery and friendly staff. My baby loves nursery as they keep him so occupied and he has fun. The staff are very friendly, and they interact well. They keep me updated with his progress and have an interest in-home activities and learning.

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Review from P I (Mother of Child) published on 10 December 2019 Submitted via Postal Card
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I have both my children at Sunhill Montessori and I'm really pleased with how they are cared for.

The only thing that I would suggest would be an increase in pay for the staff. This would probably reduce the high turnover.

Reply from Kirsty Love, at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston

Thank you for your lovely review. We are very pleased that you are happy with the care that your child receives at Sunhill. Our level of staff turnover at Sunhill Royston is in line with the average turnover in the childcare sector. We do agree with your comments on staff pay, and we review this...  

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Jan Homewood Job Title: Nursery Manager & SENCo Joined: 2013
Jan Homewood

Hi! I'm Jan and I'm the Nursery Manager here at Sunhill Day Nursery Royston.

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