





Sunnyhill Day Nursery is located in the heart of the community within the local Children’s Centre, offering a spacious open-plan learning environment with direct access to a natural outdoor space where children can explore, move and learn freely.
Recently awarded ‘Strong in all areas’ in its latest Ofsted inspection (February 2026), Sunnyhill reflects the high-quality education, care and safeguarding provided to children and families every day.
Based within a community where families...
Funding & Fees
All fees shown are monthly for a full year of childcare.
3 days - £891.99
4 days - £1189.32
5 days - £1486.65
3 days - £485.90
4 days - £783.23
5 days - £1080.56
Full day rate: £69.96
Most popular choice: 4 full days with funding – £783.23 per month
Half Day Fees (Morning or Afternoon)
3 half days - £572.35
4 half days - £763.13
5 half days - £953.91
With 30 Hours Funding
3 half days - £242.38
4 half days - £323.17
5 half days - £403.96
Half day rate: £44.89
Funded places are limited, so we recommend securing your sessions early.
- Flexible session patterns
- Morning and afternoon options
- Tailored schedules can be discussed during your nursery tour
We’ll work with you to create a plan that fits your needs.
- Sibling discount available
- Additional savings for consistent 5-day bookings
Full details will be discussed during your visit.
- The best way to understand your exact monthly cost is to visit us.
- During your tour, we will:
- Walk you through your options
- Calculate your personalised fees
- Help you maximise your funding
Book your nursery tour today to secure your place
Contact Sunnyhill Day Nursery to get a personalised quote:
Type of Service
- Day Nursery
Opening Schedule
Open all yearFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- The Early Years Community Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Laura Blagden / Lisa Snell (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 17
Total Places for Children
- 92
Age Range
- from 0 years 3 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening 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
- 1 week at Christmas & Bank Holidays
Parking
- Plenty of parking on site.
Sunnyhill Day Nursery Reviews (50)
Sunnyhill Day Nursery has a Review Score of 10 (9.995) out of 10, based on 31 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Sunnyhill Day Nursery has 50 reviews.
They always have new fun activities for them to do so I can't imagine they'll ever get bored.
His key worker has been amazing and allowed me not to stress about leaving him at a nursery while I work.
The best nursery i ever had know..very kind and helpful staff ..if you have a special child they will help you with EHCP plan to go in special school that normally other nurseries don't..staff is very delicated with their duties .. kids meals are free .. they dont charge a penny ..
This nursery is incredible in efforts of taking care of your children and not only them, staff members are also amazing with parents. They doing more than you can imagine-supporting children in their own way(making interests what your children loves).
The staff also doing multiple events for families-like Christmas, Easter, Valentine's Day,sports day including parents. Raising money for charity. And when your children leaving nursery they're making sure that is memorable. Both of my children love their teachers. The way the kids learning is interesting and fun. Classrooms are comfortable with soft carpets and cushions for reading time. Loads of activities equipment. Just cozy rooms. My older one keeps talking about nursery and when she has chance to go back for any reason, she's so happy to see her ex-teachers who gives her heartwarming hugs and chatter. And not only within the nursery, They're amazing outside too.
The care shown by the staff here has been fantastic ,.my daughter is thriving there and has a brilliant connection with her keyworker . We are thrilled with the work that the stafg are doing i cant recommend them highly enough!
Sunnyhill Day Nursery has been a wonderful and nurturing environment for our child. The staff are warm, caring and appear genuinely invested in our child's development. Communication with us has been excellent, and it's clear how much thought goes into the activities and learning opportunities provided every day. The nursery feels safe, welcoming and well organised. Highly recommend for any parent looking for a supportive and happy setting.
All of the nursery staff have also been so reassuring with myself, as it's been a big change for not only our daughter but for us as well. Which has provided us with lots of comfort.
I can't wait to see how her journey and development progresses during her time in nursery.
They offer lots of indoor and outdoor activities, and the nursery has very good proportions of indoor space and outdoor green areas.
The nursery app is really helpful for keeping track of how the little ones are doing and for communicating with the nursery staff. The staff have also taken on extra training to support our additional needs and continue to listen and do everything they can to help further.
The family fun day was amazing!
I have been able to drop my son off and know he is in the safest of hands of people who will put 100% effort into caring for him and always ensuring not only his but every child's needs are met.
My son has always been so happy to attend Nursery and learn something new, it's the kind of Nursery that makes the parents wish your child could stay there the whole way through primary school. I would recommend sunnyhill over anywhere else
My daughter has been at the nursery since 6 months of age and has been here for 3 months so far. In that time, she has settled in really well to the nursery and has thoroughly enjoyed her time here. The staff are great with her, and do a great job at looking after her well being but also introducing her to new activities that are otherwise difficult to do at home. The food they provide at the nursery for her is helping us on her weaning journey incredibly well and has also gave us the ability to introduce a routine at home. The nursery so far has done some fun activities which we have enjoyed, especially at Christmas and I'm sure there are more to follow in the future. Overall, the environment and staff all seem to be perfect for my daughter to develop.
Key workers concentrate on each child's interest, by communicating with parents to tailor learning.
In the space of 9 months my child has progressed so much. My child also feels safe and happy every day.
I can't recommend Sunnyhill Day Nursery enough. This nursery has been absolutely fantastic. We were nervous sending our 1 year old (now 2) to nursery as we would essentially be without her but everyone at Sunnyhill Day Nursery have contributed to making it all very seamless and easy.
All the staff have been brilliant - they have attentively listened to us and I've felt very heard by them. You can tell everyone genuinely cares about the kids as they all always have a smile on their faces.
My little one loves going to nursery, she runs off inside now that she's settled in and gets stuck in - it's because the nursery is a safe space for her and she knows it.
The manager Lisa, who I've met on numerous occasions has been very much involved with the nursery and makes sure high standards are maintained
Thank you Team!
The Sunnyhill Nursery is a wonderful place for young children. The staff are extremely caring, patient, and attentive, making every child feel safe and loved. Kids learn new things every day through fun activities and creative learning techniques that support their development. The children's room is always clean, well-organized, and very safe, which gives parents great peace of mind. The environment is welcoming, positive, and perfect for helping toddlers grow, learn, and gain confidence. Highly recommended for any parent looking for a nurturing and educational nursery.
The staff are extremely helpful always listen and follow his needs. they have built that safe environment for him where I can just leave knowing he is in safe hands.
I honestly can't thank the staff at Sunnyhill enough for all their hard work absolutely amazing
I can't express enough how happy I am with Sunnyhill Day Nursery. My son has been attending for just over four months, and he absolutely loves it, he is so happy and thriving!
The nursery and the entire team are incredible. Everyone you meet is welcoming, friendly, and genuinely caring. You can truly see how much the staff love what they do and how much they want the best for each child.
I feel completely confident leaving my son in their care, knowing he is receiving not only excellent education but also so much fun, warmth, and attention. I'm quite a fussy person and always have high expectations, but Sunnyhill has exceeded them in every way.
I can't recommend this nursery enough. I honestly wish I could do something in return for all their hard work!
Like every parent I was anxious about my daughter starting nursery as I returned to work, but I can genuinely say that all of the staff in Babies have gone above and beyond to make me and my partner feel comfortable and to make our daughters settle successful. It's lovely to see her building relationships with staff and making little friends. The communication we've received has been great. At a glance at the app we can see what she's eaten, how she's napped and if she's been changed and we get longer observations of what she's been up to which come with photos. The food must be great because she demolishes every meal and snacks- which have been varied and sound delicious. The facilities are excellent, particularly the outdoor space which they are able to use everyday in all weathers. We've seen her engage in a wide range of activities including water play, messy play, sensory activities and singing. Nursery feels secure and the staff confirm the identity of the person collecting her.
My son has been here for just over a year i would highly recommend Sunny hill day nusery, The staff are incredibly warm, caring, and supportive, My son has grown in confidence, made wonderful friendships, and is always excited to go in every morning. The nursery provides a safe, welcoming environment with lots of creative activities that encourage learning through play. Communication with parents is excellent, and we always feel involved in our child's development.
I chose this nursery because it's local and really convenient for us. I loved the calm feel straight away, with the soft music and fairy lights making it so welcoming. The staff are genuinely lovely and always happy to answer questions, which has been such a comfort as first-time parents. It did take my little one about a month to settle in, but now he's really enjoying all the activities and the food. I feel reassured knowing he's happy and well looked after here.
I have been sending my daughter to the babyroom since she was 11 months old and I am so happy with our experience in Sunnyhill Nursery. The staff in the babyroom are amazing human beings. They take excellent care of my baby. All of them have lot of compassion, kindness, and sincerity of love for children. My daughter learned a lot after going to the babyroom. She comes back home learning new words, rhymes and etiquette. Sunnyhill was the best option and decision we took for her.
My daughter started in September 2024 after transferring from a different nursery, she could only say a few words and wasn't confident in herself since starting Sunnyhill Day Nursery her development is phenomenal her speech is amazing and her confidence matches! This is thanks to the staff here! They are all absolutely amazing, the setting is warm, safe, and comforting for all the children. The best nursery we have attended. Thank you so much sunny hill day nursery!
We started our little one in nursery not long ago and choosing Sunnyhill Day Nursery was the best choice we made! Everyone has been so welcoming and kind. We're always kept updated with what our baby is doing and we know that they are in the best hands.
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Awards / Recognitions (3)
- Recipient: Sunnyhill Day NurseryDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: The Early Years Community LtdDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: The Early Years Community LtdDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
Meet the Team (7)
Laura is qualified to level 3 and enjoys crafting and socialising.
Ali holds a Level 4 Childcare qualification and has worked in the sector for nearly 30 years, mostly with babies. She enjoys watching horror films, reading books and spending time with family.
Rahnama works in the Baby Room and holds a Level 3 childcare qualification. She enjoys spending time with her family.
Lily holds a Degree in Mathematics and is currently undertaking her Level 3 Childcare qualification. She enjoys listening to music and socialising with family and friends. Her passion and commitment are to ensure the children have the best day possible with sensory activities that are totally messy.
Works in the Pre-School room and holds a LV 3 childcare qualification and in her spare time she enjoys socialising with friends and going out.
Eunice is qualified LV2 and is completing her LV3. She enjoys time in London with family and friends.
Has worked in the cooking industry for over 10 years and enjoys spending time with her family.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sunnyhill Day Nursery
What is the Age Range of Children that Sunnyhill Day Nursery accepts?
Sunnyhill Day Nursery accepts Children aged from 0 years 3 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Sunnyhill Day Nursery Open?
Sunnyhill Day Nursery 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 Sunnyhill Day Nursery have capacity for?
Sunnyhill Day Nursery has capacity for a total of 92 Children.
How far is Sunnyhill Day Nursery to the centre of Derby?
1.6 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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