Watoto Preschool

139 Catherine Road, Burngreave, Sheffield S4 7HJ
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  • Watoto Preschool, Sheffield
Discover the Watoto Difference

Watoto Pre-School is a vibrant community where every child’s journey begins with joy, exploration, and a foundation for lifelong learning. The preschool is a lively and dynamic place, driven by a team of dedicated professionals committed to nurturing each child's potential.

A Home Away from Home

Watoto Pre-School offers a warm, friendly, and supportive environment where children quickly feel at home. The multicultural approach used ensures every child is valued, included, and celebrated for their unique identity, creating a rich learning environment where all children can thrive.

Exceptional Outdoor Learning Spaces

The beautiful outdoor spaces are a key feature, providing daily opportunities for children to connect with nature and engage in hands-on learning. Each classroom has its own dedicated outdoor area, and the on-site allotment further enriches their experience, teaching them about sustainability from a young age.

A Legacy of Excellence

Founded in 1996 by visionary local mums, Watoto Pre-School was established to provide high-quality education and childcare in the community. Today the preschool continues this legacy of excellence, offering a nurturing environment where every child can shine.

Commitment to Your Child’s Future

The team's mission is to deliver high-quality education and childcare for each child. They are dedicated to fostering growth, creativity, and confidence, ensuring every child is well-prepared for the adventures ahead. At Watoto, they create a foundation for lifelong success and happiness.
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Type of Service

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

Owner

  • BWRC Watoto Preschool
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in Charge

  • Sharon Brown (Manager)

Admission Information

  • None

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Registered Charity Number

  • 1121786

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

  • from 0 years 7 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Competitive rates
    Funded hours registered with the local authority to offer both 15 and 30 hours
    Discounts available for siblings subject to T&Cs
    Refer a friend reward scheme


    You can email for further pricing details

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, last 2 weeks in August & 2 weeks at Christmas

Parking

  • They have on site parking for drop off's and collections.

Watoto Preschool Reviews (2)

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Watoto Preschool has a Review Score of 8.0 (8.042) out of 10, based on 2 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Watoto Preschool has 2 reviews.

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Review from F A (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
It has been a truly wonderful experience having my child at the nursery. Over the course of his time there, we've seen such a positive transformation in his development. He has thrived in so many areas, particularly in his social and emotional growth. From being a shy and quiet child, he has grown into
someone who is much more confident, expressive, and eager to engage with others.
His speech and language skills have also shown significant improvement, and it's clear that the staff have played a big role in encouraging and supporting his communication. He now uses a much wider vocabulary, expresses himself more clearly, and enjoys having conversations-something that we were really hoping to see progress in.
I'm very happy and thankful for the nurturing and stimulating environment the nursery provided. The staff have been incredibly caring, attentive, and professional.
Reply from Naomi Brown, Management Committee at Watoto Preschool
Thankyou for such a lovely review. It is amazing to hear about the transformation in your son's development and communication. Thankyou again for your support.
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Review from H G (Mother of Child) published on 1 August 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for the incredible care, patience, and love you have shown to my son during his time at your nursery. Watching him grow, learn, and come home each day with a big smile has brought our family so much joy.
Your nurturing environment,
creative activities, and warm-hearted staff have helped him develop confidence, curiosity, and important social skills. It's clear that a lot of thought and dedication goes into making the nursery a safe, fun, and stimulating place for all the children.
We are truly grateful for the positive impact you've had on his early years-it's a foundation that will serve him for life. Thank you for being such a wonderful part of his journey. We will always remember your kindness and support.
Warmest regards.
Reply from Naomi Brown, Management Committee at Watoto Preschool
Thank you so much for your kind words. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback.It's always a privilege to be part of a child's early years, and we're so glad to hear…read more
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Current Review Score: 8.0 (8.042)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 8.0 (8.042) out of 10 for Watoto Preschool 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 2 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 3.3 out of 5 from 2 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 4.750 for Watoto Preschool is calculated as follows: ( (20 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 24 Ratings = 4.75
  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 3.292 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Watoto Preschool is based on 2 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 = 3.125
    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 60 number of registered child places is 12. 2 Positive Reviews ÷ 12 = 0.167
  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.

Child Vacancies

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Awards / Recognitions (2)

Meet the Team (4)

Lisa

Lisa

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2018

Supports with the day-to-day management and running of the nursery.

Safina

Safina

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2023

Team Leader for our Sunflower (over 2's) room

Faith

Faith

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2024

Team Leader for our Sunshine (under 2's) room

Denique

Denique

Job Title: Team Leader Joined: 2024

Team Leader for our Rainbow (over 3's) room

Frequently Asked Questions about Watoto Preschool

What is the Age Range of Children that Watoto Preschool accepts?

Watoto Preschool accepts Children aged from 0 years 7 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Watoto Preschool Open?

Watoto Preschool is open: 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.

How many Children does Watoto Preschool have capacity for?

Watoto Preschool has capacity for a total of 60 Children.

How far is Watoto Preschool to the centre of Sheffield?

1.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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