Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare & Early Learning Centre in Shoreham-by-Sea
Sunshine Nursery has been a trusted part of the Shoreham-by-Sea community since 2009. As a member of the Busy Bees family, we combine global expertise with local dedication to early childhood development. Our recently refurbished facility offers 110 places across five purpose-built rooms, catering to babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers. Each space is designed to foster curiosity and learning through secure, stimulating environments both indoors and outdoors. Our experienced team, some of whom have served the nursery for years, maintains a Good Ofsted rating by prioritizing safety, personalized care, and educational excellence. We implement the Bee Curious curriculum, the UK's only independently evaluated early years program, to cultivate foundational skills for lifelong learning.Our facilities include a sensory room, interactive smart boards, and secure access systems, ensuring children thrive in a nurturing environment. We partner with families through tools like ParentZone and UP, our exclusive learning app, to maintain transparency and engagement. With government-funded childcare options and a focus on healthy, NHS-accredited meals, we support families comprehensively. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures every child receives the highest standard of care and education.
Services
Early Years Education
Secure Childcare
Parent Engagement Tools
Healthy Meal Programs
Outdoor Learning Spaces
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We've served Shoreham-by-Sea families since 2009 with expert childcare.
- Our Ofsted Good rating reflects our commitment to educational excellence.
- Bee Curious curriculum fosters lifelong learning through independent evaluation.
- Secure facilities include modern learning spaces and advanced safety systems.
- Qualified teachers and long-term staff ensure personalized child development.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
- NHS
What people say
Dedicated staff
Secure facilities
Bee Curious curriculum
Ofsted Good rating
Recent refurbishments
Services
Early Years Curriculum
Our Bee Curious curriculum, the UK's only independently evaluated early years program, fosters foundational skills through play-based learning. Qualified educators deliver structured activities that develop literacy, numeracy, and social skills. The program prepares children for school transitions while nurturing individual curiosity and creativity.
Secure Childcare
We provide a safe environment with secure access systems, CCTV monitoring, and trained staff. Age-specific rooms and outdoor spaces ensure appropriate supervision. Daily health and safety protocols include handwashing routines and disposable equipment during meal preparation to maintain hygiene standards.
Parent Engagement Tools
ParentZone and UP apps offer real-time updates on children's activities, meals, and milestones. These platforms enable two-way communication between families and educators. Parents receive daily reports and can access learning journals to track their child's developmental progress.
Healthy Meal Programs
Our on-site chef prepares NHS-accredited meals, snacks, and formula milk included in fees. Menus emphasize balanced nutrition to support growth and development. Staff follow strict hygiene protocols during food preparation, including disposable gloves and aprons to maintain cleanliness.
Outdoor Learning Spaces
Large outdoor facilities encourage physical activity and nature exploration. Structured play areas allow safe risk-taking under staff supervision. Sensory gardens and play equipment promote motor skills, social interaction, and environmental awareness in a secure setting.
People
Allie Wickes
Centre Director
Allie Wickes leads our Shoreham-by-Sea nursery with over 15 years of early childhood education experience. She oversees curriculum implementation, staff development, and family engagement while maintaining Ofsted compliance and operational excellence.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We care for children aged 0-5 years through age-specific rooms for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers.
Are meals included in fees?
Yes, all meals, snacks, and formula milk are included in our fees with NHS-accredited nutrition.
How do you ensure child safety?
We use secure access systems, CCTV monitoring, and strict hygiene protocols during food preparation and daily activities.
What curriculum do you use?
Our Bee Curious program is the UK's only independently evaluated early years curriculum focusing on foundational skills.
Can parents track their child's progress?
Yes, ParentZone and UP apps provide real-time updates, learning journals, and two-way communication with educators.
Do you offer government-funded childcare?
We provide government-funded places for children aged 2-4 years—speak to our Centre Director for details.
