Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Childcare Partner in Redruth
Established in 1982, Sunny Days Nursery is a parent-led, community-focused childcare provider in Redruth. Our dedicated team of qualified professionals has over 20 years of collective experience in early years education, offering a safe, stimulating environment for children aged 0-4. We operate 50 weeks a year from 8am-6pm, maintaining a high adult-to-child ratio to ensure personalized care. Our Ofsted-rated outstanding setting features purpose-built facilities, including outdoor learning spaces and Forest School partnerships. We implement a key person system to support individual development while fostering creativity, social skills, and independence. Our staff hold Level 3 and 4 Early Years qualifications, with ongoing training in safeguarding, first aid, and child development.We provide nutritious meals through our Nippers Nutritional Level 5 program and maintain strong community ties through local outings and parent engagement initiatives. Our commitment to continuous improvement is evidenced by our regular policy updates and investment in staff development. We work closely with families to support transitions to primary school and offer flexible session options aligned with local school terms. Our charitable status (1028488) enables us to reinvest resources into enhancing learning opportunities for all children.
Services
Nursery Care
Pre-school Programs
Outdoor Learning
Healthy Meals
Key Person System
Forest School Sessions
Charity Fundraising
Safeguarding Training
Parent Engagement
Transition Support
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- Established in 1982 with continuous childcare expertise
- Parent-led governance ensuring community-focused priorities
- Ofsted-rated outstanding environment for child development
- Key person system for personalized child progress tracking
- Staff hold Level 3 and 4 Early Years qualifications
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
What people say
Safe environment
Dedicated staff
Outstanding Ofsted rating
Personalized care
Engaging activities
Services
Nursery Care
Our nursery provides full-day care for children aged 0-4 in a secure, stimulating environment. With 15 spaces for under-3s and 21 for older children, we maintain high adult-to-child ratios. Our qualified staff implement personalized learning plans while ensuring safety and wellbeing through structured routines and continuous monitoring.
Pre-school Programs
Tailored pre-school education prepares children for primary school through play-based learning. Our curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, focusing on social skills, creativity, and foundational academic concepts. We offer flexible sessions aligned with local school terms and provide transition support for smooth school integration.
Outdoor Learning
Children engage in daily outdoor activities using our purpose-built facilities featuring climbing frames, mud kitchens, and a sheltered play area. We organize local community outings and Forest School sessions to develop physical skills and environmental awareness. Our Sunny Corner fantasy play space encourages imaginative exploration in natural surroundings.
Healthy Meals
We provide balanced meals following the Nippers Nutritional Level 5 program, with weekly changing menus to ensure variety. Our Healthy Under 5s initiative promotes good eating habits through child participation in food preparation. All staff handling food hold current hygiene certificates, and we accommodate special dietary requirements with parental input.
Key Person System
Each child is assigned a dedicated key person who monitors their development and maintains regular parent communication. This system ensures consistent care, personalized learning plans, and emotional security. Parents receive updates through our Tapestry app, which documents progress with photos and developmental milestones.
People
Kathy Marchant
Manager
With over five years leading our team, Kathy holds a Level 4 Early Years qualification and manages safeguarding and health & safety protocols. She oversees daily operations and maintains our Ofsted-rated outstanding standards.
Linda Sedgman
Room Leader
As nursery room leader, Linda applies her Level 3 diploma in Pre-school Practice to organize structured learning activities. She specializes in infant development and brings organizational expertise to our childcare programs.
Sarah Johnson
Childcare Practitioner
With 12 years' experience, Sarah focuses on emotional development and curiosity-driven learning. Her Level 3 qualification supports our creative play approach, helping children explore their environment through natural resources.
Natasha Eley
Nursery Assistant
A Level 3 qualified practitioner with 13 years' childcare experience, Natasha contributes to our outdoor learning programs. She implements imaginative play activities while maintaining strong parent communication.
Dawn Russell
Admin Assistant
Former committee deputy chair, Dawn manages financial administration and supports our charitable operations. Her dual role ensures efficient back-office support while maintaining community connections.
Questions
What are your operating hours and term dates?
We operate 50 weeks annually from 8am-6pm, Monday-Friday, with sessions aligned to St Day and Carharrack Community School terms.
How do you support child transitions to primary school?
We provide structured transition programs with settling-in sessions, maintain close communication with new schools, and share detailed progress reports to ensure smooth transitions.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff hold or are working towards Level 3 Early Years qualifications, with our manager holding a Level 4 diploma and specialized safeguarding training.
How do you involve parents in their child's learning?
We use the Tapestry app for progress tracking, maintain regular parent communication through key persons, and organize community engagement activities and fundraising events.
What outdoor facilities do you offer?
Our outdoor area includes climbing frames, mud kitchens, a sheltered play space, and access to Forest School sessions with weekly activities in natural surroundings.
How do you accommodate special dietary requirements?
We follow individual dietary needs with parental input, provide balanced meals through our Nippers Nutritional Level 5 program, and have a dedicated healthy eating lead practitioner.
Reviews (1)
Leanne Ducker
Jan 16, 2019
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A lovely nursery with lovely staff. Always accommodating and nothing is too much trouble. My little boy Henry absolutely loves going to nursery. Couldn't recommend them enough! :)
