My son has thrived from joining Sunhill and has settled extremely well.A G(Mother of Child)
Since joining, my daughter has become a confident and independent girl.Ivonne W(Mother of Child)
Great after school club. Friendly staff. Lots of different activities.Sarah H(Mother of Child)
My son has thrived from joining Sunhill and has settled extremely well.A G(Mother of Child)
Since joining, my daughter has become a confident and independent girl.Ivonne W(Mother of Child)
Great after school club. Friendly staff. Lots of different activities.Sarah H(Mother of Child)
Located within the grounds of Braiswick Primary School, Sunhill Colchester offers a safe, secure and happy environment for children, enabling them to develop at their own pace, whilst having fun, making friends and becoming a confident and independent little person. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge...
Located within the grounds of Braiswick Primary School, Sunhill Colchester offers a safe, secure and happy environment for children, enabling them to develop at their own pace, whilst having fun, making friends and becoming a confident and independent little person. The nursery offers exceptional care, enriched by unique learning opportunities for your child. One such experience is child-friendly cooking classes, helping to equip children with valuable skills and deeper knowledge of the cooking process.
The nursery offers 3 age-appropriate rooms which have been carefully planned to help children's learning and development as they grow. Each room has individual access to a free flow area which consists of a big sandpit, a music and water wall, and a newly planted sensory garden for the children to manage and investigate.
The children are also able to explore the nursery's big open space which consists of climbing apparatus, a mud kitchen, an investigation area for the children to look for and identify bugs and a bug hotel.
As the nursery is conveniently located on school grounds, the children are able to access some of the school's facilities such as Forest school and the use of the hall for yoga sessions.
The location also aids children's progression to 'big school' whether they will attend Braiswick Primary School or elsewhere. Being located in a school setting helps the children to become familiar with a school environment.
Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester proudly offers an exclusive 5% discount on fees for those working for the police and fire services. Please contact the nursery for more information.
Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 19 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester has 71 reviews.
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Review from S H (Mother of Child) published on 22 December 2021 Submitted via Website•
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My son was never keen on attending nursery, and it was a struggle to get him through the door, but since starting preschool, he waves me goodbye and off he goes. He is very eager to tell me what he has learnt that day, whether it be letters, numbers or shapes.
He has a great relationship with all...
My son was never keen on attending nursery, and it was a struggle to get him through the door, but since starting preschool, he waves me goodbye and off he goes. He is very eager to tell me what he has learnt that day, whether it be letters, numbers or shapes.
He has a great relationship with all staff members.
↩Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester
Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for your comments; we really appreciate it! We are delighted to hear that your son has settled well!
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Review from Vasileios D (Father of Child) published on 15 November 2021 Submitted via Website•
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You need to re-consider your communications with parents on matters around pay. It is not ideal that you threaten parents that their child may lose its place or will not be accepted to the building if the parent has missed a payment by a day by mistake. You should pick up the phone or send a...
You need to re-consider your communications with parents on matters around pay. It is not ideal that you threaten parents that their child may lose its place or will not be accepted to the building if the parent has missed a payment by a day by mistake. You should pick up the phone or send a reminder and try to have a conversation. Please check the way you issue invoices as it is not easy to follow changes to the invoices mid-month and it is confusing.
↩Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester
Thank you for your feedback.
Please be rest assured that we have made note of your concerns over invoicing and have passed them on to management. We are always aiming to improve our communication with parents so your feedback is much appreciated. We do issue reminders where payment is overdue...
Thank you for your feedback. Please be rest assured that we have made note of your concerns over invoicing and have passed them on to management. We are always aiming to improve our communication with parents so your feedback is much appreciated. We do issue reminders where payment is overdue before any further action is taken, but we will ensure that these reminders are more thorough to avoid any confusion moving forward.
Thank you again for taking the time to write a review.
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Review from Sarah H (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2021 Submitted via Website•
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Great after school club. Friendly staff. Lots of different activities. My son has bonded with all staff, but especially one member. My son has had some emotional difficulties, and staff have been very supportive and taken him aside to talk to. I appreciate this a great deal and feel happy he is...
Great after school club. Friendly staff. Lots of different activities. My son has bonded with all staff, but especially one member. My son has had some emotional difficulties, and staff have been very supportive and taken him aside to talk to. I appreciate this a great deal and feel happy he is getting the best care at the after school club.
↩Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester
Thank you for taking the time to write this review, as well as the positive comments! We are delighted that your son has bonded so well with our nursery staff and that he feels well supported in the environment.
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Review from Loz W (Mother of Child) published on 12 November 2021 Submitted via Website•
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Very pleased with the service overall and their dedication to providing the highest quality care to those in their care. The nursery has gone above and beyond for my son to ensure he is getting the right support and encouraged to grow.
Very pleased with the service overall and their dedication to providing the highest quality care to those in their care. The nursery has gone above and beyond for my son to ensure he is getting the right support and encouraged to grow.
↩Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester
Thank you for taking the time to write this review and for such positive feedback! We are delighted to hear your son is making fantastic progress.
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Review from Melanie C (Mother of Child) published on 27 May 2021 Submitted via Website•
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Generally very happy with the care and attention to the children's happiness and development. No concerns about sending my son in each morning, and management have always been very efficient and flexible in their provision of services. Keep up the good work!
Generally very happy with the care and attention to the children's happiness and development. No concerns about sending my son in each morning, and management have always been very efficient and flexible in their provision of services. Keep up the good work!
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Review from Harini P (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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Even during the pandemic, my son has attended nursery and till date they are maintaining high standards in all aspects to keep children in a safe and healthy environment. Nursery got top notch teachers / key workers for every individual child.
Even during the pandemic, my son has attended nursery and till date they are maintaining high standards in all aspects to keep children in a safe and healthy environment. Nursery got top notch teachers / key workers for every individual child.
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Review from Kayley S (Mother of Child) published on 13 May 2021 Submitted via Website•
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A lovely nursery with kind staff. My daughter is happy with going to nursery. She loves being out in the garden and always says how she has lots to play with. She tells me her cooked lunch was delicious every day she attends (she's a very fussy eater at home).
Staff are helpful and understanding.
A lovely nursery with kind staff. My daughter is happy with going to nursery. She loves being out in the garden and always says how she has lots to play with. She tells me her cooked lunch was delicious every day she attends (she's a very fussy eater at home).
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Review from Tim B (Father of Child) published on 7 May 2021 Submitted via Website•
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The team at Sunhill have been really supportive and engaged part of my child's development and care. The building and grounds are well maintained and modern. The children enjoy being there. They are a good nursery.
The team at Sunhill have been really supportive and engaged part of my child's development and care. The building and grounds are well maintained and modern. The children enjoy being there. They are a good nursery.
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Review from Becky A (Mother of Child) published on 7 May 2021 Submitted via Website•
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Both of my children have been to this nursery and I’ve been so impressed with all of the staff and the effort they put in with the children. The staff are friendly and both of my children loved attending!
Both of my children have been to this nursery and I’ve been so impressed with all of the staff and the effort they put in with the children. The staff are friendly and both of my children loved attending!
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Review from H L (Mother of Child) published on 20 April 2021 Submitted via Website•
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My twins have attended Sunhill Nursery Colchester for the last two years and they absolutely love it. The care and support they receive from the staff and management is brilliant. Since attending, the confidence and development in my twins has grown immensely. They have made many friends too. My...
My twins have attended Sunhill Nursery Colchester for the last two years and they absolutely love it. The care and support they receive from the staff and management is brilliant. Since attending, the confidence and development in my twins has grown immensely. They have made many friends too. My twins always leave with a happy face and tell me all the activities they have done when it is time to collect them, sometimes they wish to stay longer! I will certainly be looking into Sunhill Nursery Colchester breakfast and holiday clubs when my twins start school in September.
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Review from Amy C (Mother of Child) published on 19 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My daughter's nursery is so lovely they look after her very well and they see how she can improve her learning.
My daughter's nursery is so lovely they look after her very well and they see how she can improve her learning.
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Review from J G (Mother of Child) published on 9 April 2021 Submitted via Website•
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I had a very bad experience with my child going there, not coming home happy, always getting ill. When I asked how it was her, the only thing I get as an answer was she slept for two hours and has not eaten much. I was worried about my child's speech. Plans were put in place but not much was done...
I had a very bad experience with my child going there, not coming home happy, always getting ill. When I asked how it was her, the only thing I get as an answer was she slept for two hours and has not eaten much. I was worried about my child's speech. Plans were put in place but not much was done at school. Now my daughter is happy, starting talking and loves her new school and no issue with her health. I am very pleased I took her out of there.
↩Reply from Jo Bamforth, Marketing Manager at Sunhill Day Nursery Colchester
Thank you for your feedback. We are really sorry that your experience at our nursery wasn’t as we would have all hoped. As discussed at the time, we involved our specialist 2 year coordinator to support your child’s needs. As your child was only with us for 3 months and didn’t attend regularly, we...
Thank you for your feedback. We are really sorry that your experience at our nursery wasn’t as we would have all hoped. As discussed at the time, we involved our specialist 2 year coordinator to support your child’s needs. As your child was only with us for 3 months and didn’t attend regularly, we weren’t able to support you and your child as much as we would have liked. We are extremely pleased that your child is thriving in a new setting. If you wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thanks.
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Review from Kate B (Mother of Child) published on 10 March 2021 Submitted via Website•
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The staff are great, very friendly, and the kids enjoying going. My kids attend a breakfast club and after school club. Facilities are good, keeps them busy and happy. Food isn't always as substantial as it could be, but I appreciate staff trying out different food types to give the kids variety.
The staff are great, very friendly, and the kids enjoying going. My kids attend a breakfast club and after school club. Facilities are good, keeps them busy and happy. Food isn't always as substantial as it could be, but I appreciate staff trying out different food types to give the kids variety.
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Review from S L (Mother of Child) published on 26 February 2021 Submitted via Website•
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My little one is always super happy to go to the nursery, and I always got a lot of help and clear direction when needed.
I love the place, as I already book my little one a place for after school classes available.
My little one is always super happy to go to the nursery, and I always got a lot of help and clear direction when needed.
I love the place, as I already book my little one a place for after school classes available.
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Review from Grant D (Father of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website•
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My daughter has been going to Sunhill Colchester, and I’m very happy. She loves the after school club. The staff are also very helpful, friendly and seem to care about my child, which is very important for us as parents.
My daughter has been going to Sunhill Colchester, and I’m very happy. She loves the after school club. The staff are also very helpful, friendly and seem to care about my child, which is very important for us as parents.
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Review from Carley A (Mother of Child) published on 23 February 2021 Submitted via Website•
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My son absolutely adores the nursery and runs in every day so happy and tells me every day 'I like school', he is 2-years-old and spends 4 days a week here. The staff are fantastic and knowledgeable, and I really couldn't ask for a better experience for my son. It is very child-led and inclusive.
My son absolutely adores the nursery and runs in every day so happy and tells me every day 'I like school', he is 2-years-old and spends 4 days a week here. The staff are fantastic and knowledgeable, and I really couldn't ask for a better experience for my son. It is very child-led and inclusive.
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Review from Heidi (Mother of Child) published on 23 December 2020 Submitted via Website•
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My little girl started when I was returning to work and she loves it there! She has settled so well and everyone is so welcoming when she arrives at nursery in the morning. All the staff knows her name and she has built good relationships with them all. I can't fault her care in any way and she...
My little girl started when I was returning to work and she loves it there! She has settled so well and everyone is so welcoming when she arrives at nursery in the morning. All the staff knows her name and she has built good relationships with them all. I can't fault her care in any way and she always has a fun-filled day when she is there.
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Review from Gemma D (Mother of Child) published on 25 November 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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My son started pre-school following lockdown and has been anxious about starting. The team at Sunhill Colchester have been amazing! All the staff have been so caring and kind to ensure he settles, and reassures him throughout the day when he keeps asking when mummy is coming back. My worries of...
My son started pre-school following lockdown and has been anxious about starting. The team at Sunhill Colchester have been amazing! All the staff have been so caring and kind to ensure he settles, and reassures him throughout the day when he keeps asking when mummy is coming back. My worries of leaving him are really put at ease by seeing how the team are quick to distract him and play his favourite games - football! Thank you all.
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Review from John A (Father of Child) published on 10 November 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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The nursery is lovely, and the staff are lovely and friendly.
I love my kids coming here.
The nursery is lovely, and the staff are lovely and friendly.
I love my kids coming here.
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Review from Nicoleta-Livia B (Mother of Child) published on 30 October 2020 Submitted via Postal Card•
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I started taking my son to this nursery two months ago; it was the first time going to a nursery for him. We both were very nervous, but thanks to the kind management and nursery teachers, it only took a couple of sessions for my son to start loving the place and staff. Thank you all.
I started taking my son to this nursery two months ago; it was the first time going to a nursery for him. We both were very nervous, but thanks to the kind management and nursery teachers, it only took a couple of sessions for my son to start loving the place and staff. Thank you all.
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