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Watoto Preschool

139 Catherine Road, Burngreave, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S4 7HJ
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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...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Owner

  • BWRC Watoto Preschool
  • Voluntary / Not for Profit Owned

Person in charge

  • Lisa Haywood(Manager)

Admission Information

  • None

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 17

Registered Charity Number

  • 1121786

Total Places for Children

  • 60

Age Range

  • from 0 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday08:00-18:00
  • Tuesday08:00-18:00
  • Wednesday08:00-18:00
  • Thursday08:00-18:00
  • Friday08:00-18:00

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.

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

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Watoto Preschool Reviews (6)

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8.9

Watoto Preschool has a Review Score of 8.9 (8.883) out of 10, based on 6 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Watoto Preschool has 6 reviews.

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Review from T C (Father of Child) published on 31 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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Our experience with this nursery has been absolutely wonderful. From the very beginning, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, professional, and genuinely caring toward our child. The environment is always clean, safe, and filled with engaging educational activities that have really helped our child develop both socially and academically.

↩Reply from Naomi Brown, Management Committee at Watoto Preschool

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Your kind words mean so much to our team, and we're grateful you chose Watoto to be part of your child's early years. We wish your child all the very best on their next adventure!

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Review from Amal A (Mother of Child) published on 31 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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We had an amazing experience at this nursery from start to finish. My daughter absolutely loved her time here and looked forward to going every day. It was wonderful to see how happy, confident, and excited she became through the care and support of the staff.
The team are incredibly kind, caring, and approachable. They always made us feel welcome and were happy to answer any questions or discuss my daughter's progress. Their dedication and genuine passion for working with children really shines through.
The nursery provides a warm, safe, and stimulating environment with a fantastic range of activities that support children's learning and development while making it fun. Communication with parents was excellent, and it was reassuring to know my daughter was in such capable hands.

I cannot thank the staff enough for everything they have done. They have played such an important role in my daughter's early years, and we will always be grateful for the love, care and encouragement.

↩Reply from Naomi Brown, Management Committee at Watoto Preschool

Thank you for taking the time to share such lovely feedback. We're thrilled to hear your daughter enjoyed her time with us and that you felt supported throughout her journey. Your kind words mean a great deal to our team, and we wish your daughter all the very best as she begins her next adventure!

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Review from Mohammed N (Father of Child) published on 31 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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All year round, the staff were brilliant in giving daily feedback, sharing the progress of our child throughout the year. Adding good values and discipline in our child's day to day life.

A big thank you to everyone who worked with our Bahauddin throughout his years at this wonderful school.

↩Reply from Naomi Brown, Management Committee at Watoto Preschool

Thank you so much for your kind words. We are delighted to hear about your positive experience and that your child enjoyed their time with us. We wish him all the very best for the future!

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Review from K P (Mother of Child) published on 29 July 2026 Submitted via Website•
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My daughter has been in this nursery before she was entitled to free hours and they have been so wonderful. The staff really pay attention to detail and have catered to my daughter's needs and disabilities. They have adjusted learning to her needs and always put her first. The staff have always kept us communicated and been very warm and welcoming.

↩Reply from Naomi Brown, Management Committee at Watoto Preschool

Thank you so much for your kind words. We're delighted to hear you and your daughter had such a positive experience with us. It has been a pleasure supporting her, and we wish her all the very best for the future.

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Review from F A (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2025 Submitted via Website•
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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•
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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 that your experience with our nursery has been a positive one. Thank you again for your support - We wish you and your family all the best.

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Meet the Team (4)

Lisa Haywood
Lisa HaywoodJob Title:ManagerJoined: 2018

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

Safina
Safina Job Title:Team LeaderJoined: 2023

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

Faith
Faith Job Title:Team LeaderJoined: 2024

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

Denique
Denique Job Title:Team LeaderJoined: 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 6 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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