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Northern General Hospital Trust, Herries Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire S5 7AU
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Sunshine Day Nursery, Sheffield
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Sunshine Day Nursery, Sheffield

The Sunshine Day Nursery NGH is situated within the grounds of the Northern General Hospital.

The nursery was graded as 'Good' by OFSTED in January 2023.

It provides high quality childcare with a discounted rate for staff working for Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and all other NHS organisations.

The nursery offers funding for those who are eligible, is registered for Tax Free Childcare and offers any Trust employees a Salary Sacrifice Scheme which enables...  

Type of Service

  • Day Nursery

Opening Schedule

Open all year

Full days available

Yes

Half day sessions offered

Yes

Person in charge

  • Kimberley Marshall(Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 35

Total Places for Children

  • 144

Age Range

  • from 3 years 6 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday06:45-18:30
  • Tuesday06:45-18:30
  • Wednesday06:45-18:30
  • Thursday06:45-18:30
  • Friday06:45-18:00

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays and up to 2 inset days

Parking

  • Nursery is not able to provide parking, their is a small number of pick up and drop of bays but the nursery does not take responsibility for parking.

Funding & Fees

Up-to-date fees are available on our website.

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Sunshine Day Nursery Reviews (71)

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9.9

Sunshine Day Nursery has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.873) out of 10, based on 27 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sunshine Day Nursery has 71 reviews.

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Review from C D (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We were with Sunshine Day Nursery from Oct 2022- July 2026. I honestly could not recommend this nursery enough.
Learning and development wise they are incredible, consistently working with you to support your child. We've had brilliant key workers too.
From room staff to office, they are just brilliant. If I sat and named everyone who had made my childrens journey so great I would be naming the whole staff body, which is a testament to how they recruit and retain their staff.
I would recommend this nursery to anyone who is looking for an Early Years setting.

To the team at SDN who will hopefully read this, from the very bottom of my heart, thank you so much, I will miss you

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Review from T A (Mother of Child) published on 23 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My kids started at the nursery a couple of months ago and they have settled in well.
I believe the management and staff have the interest of the kids at heart and they ensure the kids are properly looked after.
Unfortunately, my son would be leaving for school in September but we absolutely have no concerns with leaving our daughter at the nursery.

It is definitely a place to recommend.

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Review from Claire S (Mother of Child) published on 14 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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Sunshine Day Nursery!

Can not recommend this nursery enough, my son has been going to this nursery since his rainbows class. They go above and beyond for your kids and take care of them like they are their own. Any concerns I have brought up have always been dealt with quickly and professionally. My son has a hard time leaving me at drop off, they have gotten used to this and try every way possible to cheer him up the minute he walks in, normally with lots of cuddles which he loves. The best nursery I could have sent my child too. Sunshine Day Nursery you will be missed!!

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Review from J M (Mother of Child) published on 13 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We have used Sunshine for both our kids and they have both loved it immensely, learned a lot, and made so many friends. They have been so flexible as well which is very useful for changing hours when doing on calls.

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Review from Akua A (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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We couldn't be happier with our experience at Sunshine Day Nursery. From day one, the staff have been warm, caring, and incredibly supportive, creating a safe and happy environment where our child(Kiki) has truly flourished.
The Rainbow teachers are absolutely amazing. Their kindness, patience, and dedication are evident every day, and they genuinely care about our Kiki's development and well-being. We've seen our child(Kiki)grow in confidence, independence, and a love for learning.
The communication with us has always been excellent. We are regularly updated on our child's progress, activities, and achievements, which gives us great peace of mind. It's wonderful to see how much our child has developed, both academically and socially.

We recommend it to any family looking for an outstanding nursery where children are truly cared for and inspired to thrive.

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Review from Emma S (Mother of Child) published on 9 July 2026 Submitted via Website
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My daughter used to go to this nursery before she started school so when I needed to look for a nursery for my little boy I knew straight away I wanted him to go to Sunshine day nursery.
The staff are so kind, it's clean and lots of activities for the children to do.

Amy, Arthur's key worker in pre school 1 is so kind and lovely. He was really shy to start of with and Amy took the time to get to know him and make sure he settled as we had tears at the start she always reassured him and reassured me he would be fine and took the time to make sure he was ok. Amy is great at her job and we are so happy she was Arthur's key worker. I know Arthur is in good hands and well looked after when I drop him off which I am so grateful for, as all the staff in pre school 1 are amazing with the children. I would highly recommend this nursery. His confidence has grown as well as learning lots of new skills and making lots of new friends.

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Review from Nithin J (Father of Child) published on 17 June 2026 Submitted via Website
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When Luke first joined, he was very shy and would often cry when meeting new people, even at home. However, after attending the Rainbow sessions, we gradually saw a wonderful change in him. Day by day, he became more confident and comfortable, and we noticed his progress very quickly.
His speech also improved a lot, and he started talking much more confidently in a short time. This was a big milestone for us.
All the teachers have been incredibly supportive, kind, and caring. They always greet us with a warm and positive smile, which made Luke feel safe and happy every day. We really appreciated the daily updates at pick-up, as well as the photos and activity updates shared on the app, which helped us stay connected to his day at the nursery.
Sunshine Day Nursery is a lovely, nurturing place for children, and we are very grateful for everything the team has done for Luke.

The only reason we are leaving is to align with our older child's school drop-off and pick-up timings.

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Review from Jessica H (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2026 Submitted via Website
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I would like to thank the team at Sunshine for providing excellent care during the time my son's attended. From joining at 10 months old - 3 years I have felt full confidence in the team. My son has spent time in Raindrops 2 and the Rainbows room. I feel all staff members in each room and within the nursery are welcoming and friendly and kept me well informed on picks up of how he was during the day. Contact was provided where needed and updated posts on the app. I would definitely recommend Sunshine and know my son and I will miss it there! Thank you!

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Review from Alicia H (Mother of Child) published on 23 December 2025 Submitted via Website
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I couldn't be happier with Sunshine Day Nurseries for my daughters first nursery. From the very beginning, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, caring, and attentive. It's clear how much effort they put into creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where the children feel happy and confident.

My daughter has come on so much since starting-socially, emotionally, and in her learning-and she genuinely looks forward to going each day. Communication with parents is excellent, and I always feel informed and reassured.

I am so grateful to the whole team for the love, patience, and dedication they show every day. I would highly recommend this nursery to any parent looking for a supportive and nurturing place for their child.

Thank you all so much!

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Review from Olawumi J (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter (Oluwatoni) attended Sunshine Day Nursery from the age of two, and I must say she absolutely loved her time there. The teachers were incredibly caring, nurturing, and attentive, creating a warm environment where she felt safe, happy, and valued. She built wonderful memories and formed strong bonds with both staff and friends.
Her time at the nursery played a significant role in her development. We noticed remarkable improvements in her communication and confidence, and her transition to reception has been smooth. We've received excellent feedback from her new school about her progress, which we strongly believe is credited to the strong foundation Sunshine Day Nursery provided.

Now that she has a younger brother, we have no hesitation in saying that he will certainly be attending Sunshine Day Nursery when the time comes.

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Review from Gledis T (Mother of Child) published on 27 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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Excellent nursery! I am very happy that I had my kids at Sunshine day nursery , first my son and second my twin girls they had a very good development they been so happy all days long. Thank you ,all the staff did a great job I really appreciate all of them.

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Review from Laura H (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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My son has been coming to this nursery for a year now, and he really enjoys his time here. At first, he was quite upset and found it hard to settle, but the staff in Raindrops and Rainbows have been absolutely wonderful with both him and me. They took the time to understand what he likes, which made a huge difference in helping him feel comfortable and happy. Their kind and supportive words were also a great comfort to me during what was a pretty emotional time.

The nursery itself is fantastic; there's so much for the children to do each day, and it's always clean and well cared for. I truly feel the staff go above and beyond in everything they do, they are great at their jobs and clearly care deeply about each child's well-being and development. Over the past year, I've seen so much progress in my son, and I'm incredibly grateful to all the staff for looking after him so well and making his days here so enjoyable.

Thank you all so much for everything you do!

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Review from Fraser C (Father of Child) published on 14 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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Two of my daughters have been to Sunshine Day Nursery, and we've had nothing but positive experiences with both.
Our first daughter started when she was less than 12months old in 2019, and even throughout the COVID years the nursery was brilliant.
Now, our eldest daughter is weeks away from leaving before starting school, and the experience she's had, has been as equally positive.
The staff are fantastic, and will keep you informed without been bombarded with needless, constant information.
Both of our daughters have both felt confident and ready for school when the time arrived, and the Sunshine Day Nursery has been a catalyst in this.

Their opening hours are also something that sets them apart from many other nurseries. We both work within the NHS, and so early starts and late finishes are common; the nurseries hours has made what can be a stressful part of child care, far less so.

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Review from E U (Mother of Child) published on 14 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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My little boy will soon be 4 and has been attending this nursery since he was 1 years old, the fact that he wants to go to nursery says it all. All the staff are really friendly and nothing is too much. My little boy had to have an operation and they were brilliant at making adaptations to suit him for his return. I have no worries leaving him in their care

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Review from Rebecca P (Mother of Child) published on 13 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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Great nursery and environment for little ones. My daughter has been going since she was 11 months old. She has come on leeps and bounds with her confidence as well as her learning. I only hope she loves school as much when she starts in September.

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Review from N W (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2025 Submitted via Website
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My daughter has had a wonderful time at sunshine day nursery. She has attended since she was 1 year old and I know will really miss all the friends she has made there. The staff have been lovely in each room she's been in and she's always had a named worker that she has bonded with really well. The management are always very responsive to any queries I have. They take really good care of the kids, we will miss coming to sunshine day nursery.

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Review from Z Y (Mother of Child) published on 25 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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We've had a wonderful experience with my Sunshine Day nursery in NGH! The teachers are incredibly dedicated and have taken such great care of my little one. It's heartwarming to see how much she enjoys going to school every day-she's always excited and especially loves the food! The office staff are also fantastic-always helpful and quick to respond to any queries or concerns. I'm sure my daughter will dearly miss all her teachers in PS1, especially one, who has made a lasting impression. We're so grateful for the care and attention she's received here!

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Review from R T (Mother of Child) published on 21 July 2025 Submitted via Website
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Everything was perfect in all 4 years any problem we had the nursery was help with everithing. They help my son to develop and to grow up nice, they help to be confident in hem self and to talk. The teachers very good.

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Review from Rebekah B (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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We've had such a wonderful experience with this nursery! From the very first visit, the staff made us feel completely welcome and reassured.
Our daughter settled in quickly, thanks to the caring team who clearly love what they do. The communication has been excellent. We get regular updates, photos, and detailed feedback about our child's day, which is so appreciated.
The curriculum is engaging and age-appropriate, with a great balance of educational activities, outdoor play, and creative time. We've noticed real growth in our child's social skills, confidence, and curiosity since starting here.

Most importantly, our daughter is always excited to go in the morning and comes home happy and full of stories of what she has done. We couldn't ask for more and highly recommend this nursery to any parents looking for a safe and supportive environment.

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Review from E H (Mother of Child) published on 18 June 2025 Submitted via Website
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My little girl has attended Sunshine Day Nursery from the age of 1 until she will be leaving for school this summer. It's convenient for work and I absolutely can't recommend it enough! The first day she came home was the day she started to run across the room and from that first milestone so many more have been reached. She's totally flourished at the nursery made lasting friendships and her bond with the staff is so lovely to watch particularly her keyworker in pre school they have had a lovely bond which as a working parent is such a relief to know they are happy and safe while im not around. I know when she leaves in august tears will be shed because we both love Sunshine day Nursery it will remain a special memory for all the family and she would not be the confident little girl she is today without it!

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Kimberley Marshall
Kimberley MarshallJob Title:PrincipalJoined: 2001

My names is Kim Marshall and I have worked at the NGH Sunshine Day Nursery for over 20 years doing various different roles before securing the role of Nursery Principal in 2019.

I have a variety of different qualifications ranging from NNEB level 3 in Nursery Nursing to BA Honours and Early Years Professional status.

I am the named person for Safeguarding and also have a full Paediatric First Aid qualification.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunshine Day Nursery

What is the Age Range of Children that Sunshine Day Nursery accepts?

Sunshine Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 3 years 6 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Sunshine Day Nursery Open?

Sunshine Day Nursery is open: Monday 06:45-18:30, Tuesday 06:45-18:30, Wednesday 06:45-18:30, Thursday 06:45-18:30, Friday 06:45-18:00.

How many Children does Sunshine Day Nursery have capacity for?

Sunshine Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 144 Children.

How far is Sunshine Day Nursery to the centre of Sheffield?

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

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