News Update
Today
All Sunhill nurseries are operating normally.
However, if weather conditions deteriorate, it is advisable to call your nursery before setting out.
Castle Montessori, Lilliput and St Nicholas Nurseries have all received 5 stars for Health and Hygiene
On a recent food hygiene inspections, the forgoing nurseries were awarded 5 stars, which equates to excellent. One inspector said, 'the structural finish, cleanliness and food safety management were found to be of a high standard, and I have no food hygiene recommendations to make'.
Lilliput also holds a Healthy Eating award for the quality of its food. New menus have recently been introduced devised under food nutritionalist supervision. Identical menus are used throughout all Sunhill Nurseries.
Fen Drayton Montessori Nursery continuing to fill places
After a successful open day last year Fen Drayton places are now filling quickly for children aged 0-8 years for full daycare, pre-school, out of school and holiday club.
Apricot Pre-school and Out of School Club judged 'Good' - Ofsted report
Our updated and relaunched St Neots pre-school was judge good with aspects of outstanding by inspectors after only 6 month's operation.
Granta Park Montessori Nursery judged 'Good'- Ofsted report
Following their recent re-inspection, following management and staff changes, Ofsted inspectors found the nursery' Good' overall. The setting has established systems to ensure they continue to improve their provision for children through regular evaluation of their practice. There is an effective action plan in place which is used on a regular basis to identify any areas for improvement, and includes all action taken which shows the nursery's commitment to improve practice.
Luton - Little Hands Day Nursery ‘Good’ place for children – Ofsted Report
Ofsted reported that overall quality of provision is ‘Good ‘at Little Hands Day Nursery. The report said ‘Staff create a welcoming and safe environment in which all children thrive. Planning is flexible, taking into account children's likes and dislikes, enabling them to enjoy their time at the setting and make good progress in their learning and development.’
Aylesbury - Cotton Socks judged 'Satisfactory/Good' - Ofsted Inspection Report
Following an earlier critical report, mainly on non-childcare issues, the latest Ofsted inspection found Cotton Socks Nursery 'Satisfactory' and contrary to the previous inspection last August ‘Good’ in maintaining continuous improvement, also in the effectiveness of leadership, ambition and improvement, as well as in engaging with parents and carers and adapting children’s healthy life styles.
During this time the inspection criteria has changed yet again, raising concerns over the ever evolving nature of the Ofsted inspection, and the apparent inconsistency of standards between different inspectors, highlighted by the fact common standards, policies and procedures are employed throughout Sunhill nurseries.
St Neots - Apricot Nursery judged 'Outstanding' - Ofsted Inspection Report
Ofsted inspectors judged Apricot Day Nursery 'Outstanding' when they recently inspected the nursery. The reports praised both management, and staff team including recent improvements implemented by Sunhill Daycare.
Supa Tots Gym - Opened George Street, Aylesbury
Sessions are carefully structured to encourage all aspects of a child’s development. Physical skills such as balance, co-ordination, flexibility and strength are developed and enhanced which in turn increases self-esteem and confidence. Each 45 minute session combines fun, excitement and challenge in a safe environment. All sessions use equipment that is age appropriate and are run by trained staff to obtain the best outcome and experience for each child.
New Projects
Royston Premises update January 2012
A new site has now been located in the North of the town. Planning approval has now been obtained and work is due to start within 2 months on a purpose built modern circa 70 place nursery premises. Expected completion Summer 2012. Meanwhile, our existing Royston premises offer excellent nursery accommodation in very exclusive surroundings. Sunhill - Royston has a few vacancies.
Two other projects are also under review in the Eastern region.
Early reservation reductions apply at certain nurseries.
Nurseries operate more efficiently when working at full capacity, we are therefore offering generous reductions on first year's fees where we have excess capacity. Depending on how early reservations are made, savings up to 10% on first year's fees for advanced booking (one year in advance) are now offered on a first come basis at certain nurseries. Contact Support Services for details on 01763 247474 or e-mail admin@sunhilldaycare.com for details.
New Nurseries
We are actively looking at acquisitions and new sites in the Northern Home Counties and East Anglia.
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