Sunnydale Nursery

1 Sunnydale, Northfield Lane, Mansfield NG19 8NX
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9.5 102 Reviews
  • Sunnydale Nursery, Mansfield

Care Provided by Sunnydale Nursery

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Sunnydale Nursery
  • Person in charge
  • Amy Thompson (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 18
  • Total Places for Children
  • 46
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 2 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-18:00
    Tuesday 07:00-18:00
    Wednesday 07:00-18:00
    Thursday 07:00-18:00
    Friday 07:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & 2 weeks at Christmas
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9.5

Sunnydale Nursery has a Review Score of 9.5 (9.545) out of 10, based on 10 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Sunnydale Nursery has 102 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic nursery very welcoming and friendly, my son has settled in lovely in a short space of time.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Such a loving nursery makes my child feel part of another family.
The nursery helped my child with her anxiety and helped her learn to play and share with others.
I would highly recommend this nursery. They always think of new things to do with the kids to help them learn to be creative and to keep
their minds busy.
I thank this nursery so much.

Reply from Gemma Bull, Sunnydale Nursery at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you for your lovely review, Keri.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started at the Nursery at the start of September, to be honest, I was quite anxious moving him from his childminder to a larger setting however he has flourished. He loves the setting and the staff are fantastic, they supported a transition set at a pace for both me and my son. Staff supported
me in days they could tell I was anxious and would call me to assure me my son had settled well.
The environment is fantastic where children are encouraged to learn through play, kindness is promoted throughout and I feel happy knowing that my son is in such a caring environment. I am kept to date and fully informed of his progress.
I can not recommend this service enough!

Reply from Gemma Bull at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you for your review Zillah.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have nothing but good things to say about Sunnydale Nursery. From day one our daughter has been happy there. The staff love her as if she was their own and we have always felt comfortable leaving her in their care. The nursery has a very homely and nurturing feel to it and children are able to learn
at their own pace. We always leave parents evenings feeling incredibly proud of our daughter’s progress - which is ahead of her age in many of the indicators used. There is always a great variety of trips, activities and experiences for the children to help them learn and develop. A good variety of fresh and nutritious home-cooked meals (which our daughter loves!) are served and menus are made available so you know that your child is eating healthily.


Enrolling our daughter at Sunnydale Nursery was one of the best parenting decisions we have made and I never hesitate in recommending the nursery to other parents.


Reply from Gemma Skeavington at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you for such a lovely review.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent nursery, family orientated, provides a safe, fun and exciting haven for children. My son loves attending Sunnydale and always comes home with lots to tell from his days adventures.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing place, our second family. The staff are amazing and are always working with the parents on the next steps for their child’s developmental needs.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery amazing staff. Family feel nursery. My autistic 3 year old couldn't really speak and now, since he been at nursery, is a completely new child. The love and affection they give to children like they are their own.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

All I can say is wow! This nursery is amazing. The staff are incredible.
I’m a very clingy mother who never leaves my kids. So nursery was a scary thought to me. But I feel completely happy to leave my babies here.
Not only is my youngest learning and coming on leaps and bounds but he is also settled
and having fun. It’s a pleasure to see him so happy somewhere. He has always been incredibly clingy. So this is a big thing for him.
My oldest attends the after-school club which is fabulous. The after-school club guy goes out his way to make the kids happy. My oldest adores him. He is always there to help and such a friendly face to have around. Thank you to everyone at Sunnydale!

Reply from Gemma Bull at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you for such a lovely review Donna and you have been super brave too!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son loves this nursery and he is ten years old. Couldn't wish for better staff they are amazing with him they also help with his homework which I find to be of great assistance. They do lots of activities and I couldn't recommend this nursery enough they are fabulous.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started Sunnydale when she was 5 months old. The staff were amazing, worked with me when weaning my daughter and kept to her routine with sleeping etc. They also supported me as I was unsure whether to leave her at such a young age. They always have her involved with all activities and encourage
her to get stuck in, which I love!
Now, my daughter will be 2 in March and she absolutely loves going to Nursery. I usually get something sent home which she has made and she always comes home in brilliant mood. Her speech has come on so much with the help of the staff at Nursery and I am so surprised with the little things she keeps doing - such as putting her hand over her mouth when she coughs (must be something she learnt at Nursery as nobody else has taught her that at home!). My little girl is turning into a very polite child and I have the nursery to thank for this!
My baby loves her Sunnydale family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Just wonderful! Staff go above and beyond to provide a loving, safe learning environment for the children. My son adores going to nursery and I feel very confident and comfortable leaving him in the care of the staff.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The difference in my son's social skills since joining the nursery in June 2017 is amazing to see being an only child this is extremely important to us that he mixes well with others and learns to share. They are always teaching him new things which shows in his development. The staff are so friendly
and approachable that we have no problem with dropping him off first thing in a morning while we go to work and are able to concentrate rather than worrying about him all day.


I love the fact that Sunnydale Nursery has their own minibuses so when they go on trips my son is safely transported rather than having to go on public transport (with no car seat)! My son loves the nursery so much when I ask him if he's going to nursery today his answer is always yes, he genuinely loves the staff and they love him. Our son is our pride and joy and we wouldn't send him anywhere else. I cannot rate Sunnydale Nursery highly enough.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since returning to work, both my children go here, wow what can I say.


My daughter goes to the after-school club and she loves every moment of it. When it's my days off she hates the fact I have to collect her from school. They don't just stay in the grounds of the nursery they are always off out

and about somewhere so much fun for her.


They have supported her with reading and she's made so many friends.


My son, who is now one, goes all day. All the staff in the baby room are just amazing! Peace of mind knowing he is somewhere where they are so loving and kind. Again they do trips to support development and learning.


The team, as a whole, are like a family and provide home from home care for our little ones. They have been great working around my rota at work.


I'm so glad I choose this nursery and would recommend it to anyone


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I can not recommend this nursery setting highly enough. The staff are so friendly and helpful, the food is all freshly cooked and my children have such a rich environment to thrive in. As well as being in the nursery setting, they try to take the children out at least once a week even if it’s only to
the local park or on to the field to pick leaves or spot different animals and insects.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter has come on leaps and bounds since starting in January 2017. Her social skills, confidence and speech are second to none since she began. I have nothing but praise for the staff and management at the nursery.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since starting Sunnydale my little boy has developed so much. The staff are amazing with all the children and nothing is ever too much trouble. There is so much for the children to do and I couldn't recommend this nursery enough to people.

Reply from Gemma Skeavington, Manager at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you for your feedback, Becky. We all adore your little boy, especially his sloppy kisses and cuddles.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sunnydale go above and beyond for my child. He is happy and settled here and that is because of the fantastic staff. They ensure he is hitting his age related goals and he has come on leaps and bounds in numeracy and literacy since attending Sunnydale.

Reply from Gemma Skeavington, Manager at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you for your review Charlotte. We are looking forward to your little boy returning after the summer holidays.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy soon to turn 3 has been at the Sunnydale Nursery for over a year now and he has progressed unbelievable amounts having started the nursery a shy little lad. He has more than definitely come out of his shell. The staff are always on hand if you need a chat to them and are absolutely always
willing to help you out and listen to your worries. I couldn't wish for my boy to be anywhere else.

Reply from Gemma Skeavington, Manager at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you for your review Bec, we love having your little boy at nursery and are all so proud of how far he has come on in all aspects of his development.


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Sunnydale Nursery is a fabulous place for children to play and thrive. Both our children attend nursery and absolutely love it! Both myself and the kids feel welcomed with open arms and smiley faces every day. I would highly recommend Sunnydale to any of my friends and family!

Reply from Gemma Skeavington, Manager at Sunnydale Nursery

Thank you so much for your lovely comments, Chloe! We love having your children here and cannot wait for your new addition to arrive too!


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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

In all my born days and I am 53 years old I have never ever known a nursery as magnificent as this one. All the staff are professional, loving, caring, true, honest and loyal. This nursery is my grandson's second family. Nothing is hidden. Everything is up to spec and above board in relation to legal
requirements. The nursery is safe, homely and clean. The staff are amazing, they put all the children first.


I am hoping all my grandchildren will go to Sunnydale Nursery. Having the choice for my grandson to stop there with his friends and lovely staff, instead of going to get a place at council school is second to none. My grandson has come on in leaps and bounds. I feel honoured and proud to say my grandson attends this nursery. I feel privileged you have him there too. I've loved his reports and the social media updates. I love going to all the fun days charity days you hold.


This is, without a shadow of a doubt, the best nursery in England. Thank you all.


Reply from Gemma Skeavington, Manager at Sunnydale Nursery

Wow, Karen! Reading this has made me very emotional! We pride ourselves on being a second family to our children. We love how involved you all are in our event days (your cakes are to die for!) Thank you so much for such positive feedback. Your little boy is a pleasure to have and Sunnydale Nursery just wouldn't be the same place without him in it. Absolutely dreading when he has to leave for big school!


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Current Review Score: 9.5 (9.545)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.5 (9.545) out of 10 for Sunnydale Nursery is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.7 out of 5 from 10 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.9 out of 5 from 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.667 for Sunnydale Nursery is calculated as follows: ( (107 Excellents x 5) + (2 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) + (8 Very Poors x 1) ) ÷ 120 Ratings = 4.667

  • b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').

    The 4.878 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Sunnydale Nursery is based on 9 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 3.9

    • ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 46 number of registered child places is 9.2. 9 Positive Reviews ÷ 9.2 = 0.978

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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