Ages 2–6 · Open days every Friday

Learning that feels like play.

Sunnydale is a sunshine-filled early-learning school where every day mixes stories, songs, science and buckets of outdoor fun.

Rated “Outstanding” by parents · 480+ happy families
What we explore

Six sunny subjects, one big adventure

Our days blend play and purpose. Every subject is hands-on, joyful and built around how little minds actually love to learn.

Reading & Stories

Phonics, picture books and a daily story circle grow confident, curious little readers.

Story circle daily

Numbers & Shapes

Counting games, patterns and playful puzzles turn maths into a treasure hunt.

Hands-on maths

Little Scientists

Bubbles, bugs and mini experiments spark the joy of asking “but why?”

Weekly experiments

Art & Making

Paint, clay, collage and glorious mess build imagination and steady little hands.

Open studio

Music & Movement

Singing, drumming and dancing build rhythm, language and plenty of giggles.

Sing-along mornings

Nature & Garden

Digging, planting and puddle-jumping in our garden classroom, rain or shine.

Outdoor daily
Getting started

From first hello to first day

Joining Sunnydale is warm, simple and unhurried — just three little steps.

1

Come and visit

Book a morning tour, meet the team and watch your little one dive straight into the play kitchen. No pressure, just biscuits and a proper look around.

2

Meet your key teacher

Every child gets one dedicated key teacher who learns their name, their comfort blanket and exactly how they like their snacks cut.

3

Start the adventure

Settle in gently over a week of short visits, then off you go — into a world of stories, mud pies and brand-new best friends.

Meet the grown-ups

Teachers who light up the room

Warm, qualified and endlessly patient — our team has a combined 60+ years of early-years magic.

Amara Okafor

Head of Early Years

15 years leading nurseries. Believes every tantrum is a feeling looking for words.

LeadershipSafeguarding

Léo Fontaine

Music & Movement Lead

Ex-children's theatre. Can turn tidy-up time into a conga line in under a minute.

MusicDrama

Priya Nair

Little Scientists Lead

Former lab technician who now measures success in “wow!”s per morning.

STEMOutdoor

Grace Bennett

Reading Corner Lead

Does 11 different voices for the Gruffalo. The children keep a favourites list.

PhonicsStorytelling
Parent love

Grown-ups have a lot to say

We surveyed all 480 families last term. Here is a very honest snapshot.

“Maya used to cling to my leg every morning. Now she waves me off at the gate because she can’t wait to feed the garden worms. Genuinely the best decision we made.”

Nadia H.Mum of Maya, age 4

“The daily photo updates are lovely, but it’s the little notes — ‘Tom shared the blocks today’ — that show they really know my boy. Worth every penny.”

James O.Dad of Tom, age 3

“We moved across the city and kept our spot at Sunnydale rather than switch. That commute says everything. Priya’s science mornings are the highlight of Amir’s week.”

Sofia R.Mum of Amir, age 5
4.9/5average parent rating
1:4staff to child ratio
96%of families recommend us
12years in the neighbourhood
Simple, honest pricing

A plan for every family rhythm

All plans include meals, snacks, nappies and every messy activity. No surprise fees, ever.

Sunny Mornings
Half days, 8am–1pm. Perfect for a gentle first step into school.
£395/ month
  • 5 mornings a week
  • Hot lunch included
  • Daily photo diary
  • All subjects & garden time
Choose Mornings
Most popular
Full Days
Whole days, 8am–6pm, with a cosy nap corner and afternoon clubs.
£690/ month
  • 5 full days a week
  • Breakfast, lunch & tea
  • Afternoon music & art clubs
  • Dedicated key teacher
Choose Full Days
Flexi Family
Pick 2–4 days that suit your week. Swap days with a day’s notice.
£178/ day
  • Choose your own days
  • All meals included
  • Free day-swaps
  • No long-term contract
Choose Flexi

Government funded hours accepted for eligible 3 & 4 year-olds · Sibling discount of 10%.

Ready to let learning feel like play?

Book a friendly open morning. Bring your little one — and their favourite dinosaur — and see Sunnydale in full swing.

FridaysOpen mornings, 9:30am
2 minto reserve your visit