Sunny Days

Honiton

Hello,

My name is Victoria McNamee and I have worked in childcare for 14 years. Before that I volunteered at the local toddler group, youth club and brownies. I have always been passionate about childcare and know it was want I wanted to do since my sister was born, when I was just 5!

I have worked in a variety of settings such as the local school, preschool and afterschool club in Cornwall when I was first qualified to then becoming a childminders assistant. I progressed to being a Childminder myself in 2016 before relocating to Devon in 2020 and setting foot in Nurseries. I started as a nursery nurse and very quickly worked my way up to room leader in November of 2020 then I joined the Sunny Days team in November 2021 as Deputy manager before taking over as Manager this July.

I thoroughly love my job and the children we work with, and I strive to create a warm and friendly environment where the children can thrive and achieve the best they can.

Victoria McNamee, Sunny Days Honiton Manager

Babies 3m – 2yrs

Toddlers 2-3yrs

Pre-schoolers 3-4yrs

Babies: 3 months – 2 years

The same key carers will look after your baby each day on a 1:3 adult to child ratio. Whilst your child is in the baby room, we will work with you to ensure that their time at Sunny Days follows your routine at home as closely as possible. We will also support and encourage them in meeting those precious milestones, such as crawling and learning to walk!

To welcome babies into the nursery, we offer a number of settling in sessions. Parents are invited to stay, or remain close by, to ensure their baby is comfortable and settled before leaving them

Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included for babies who have been weaned, and we also supply water and formula milk (from brands including Hipp Organic, SMA and Cow & Gate) as well as cow’s milk and plant-based milk.

We provide nappies, wipes, creams and sun cream, so all you need to pack is a change of clothes, some weather appropriate accessories for outdoor play, and any comforters you’d like them to have.

Toddler girl with blue mac blowing bubbles

Toddlers: 2-3 years

We provide care for 2–3 Year-olds on a 1:4 adult to child ratio. Our bright and spacious toddler rooms are the perfect setting for inquisitive toddlers to enjoy a wide range of activities! At Sunny Days we encourage learning through play and follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum. We support children with their communication and language skills so they are able to engage with others clearly and with confidence.

Potty training is a big stage for children at this age and we are here to support you with this when you feel your child is ready.

We offer a number of settling-in sessions for children, and Parents are invited to stay, or remain close by, to ensure their child is comfortable and settled before leaving them.

Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included for babies who have been weaned, and we also supply water and formula milk (from brands including Hipp Organic, SMA and Cow & Gate) as well as cow’s milk and plant-based milk.

We provide nappies, wipes, creams and sun cream, so all you need to pack is a change of clothes for when playtime gets a little messy and some weather appropriate accessories for outdoor play.

Pre-schoolers: 3-4 years

3–4 year-olds are cared for on a 1:8 adult to child ratio. Children are encouraged to become more independent with activities such as toileting, hand washing, and dressing themselves.

At Sunny Days we encourage learning through play and follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Curriculum.

While your child is at Sunny Days, we will do our best to help build their confidence, resilience and communication skills, to prepare them for starting school.

Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included and we also supply water and cow’s milk or plant-based milk.

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We’ll provide you with regular updates using the Parent Zone App. Your child’s key worker will upload photos, videos and comments, keeping you informed of your child’s routines, including their sleep patterns and toilet habits.

Don’t worry about packing up food for your little one when they come to Sunny Days. We’ve got it covered.

See our latest menu

We provide delicious, healthy meals and snacks based on a nutrition programme which has been developed in collaboration with the Early Years Nutrition Partnership.

All of our meals and snacks include variations that cater for allergies, as well as dietary and cultural requirements. Vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free and more — it all looks and tastes great thanks to our fantastic team.

Tina the main chef at Sunny Days Honiton

These brilliant meal plans are brought to life by our in-house Children’s Chef using fresh ingredients which are delivered daily. We prepare breakfast, morning & afternoon snacks, and a 2-course hot lunch for each of our little ones, making sure they’ve got all the energy they need for a day full of adventures!

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At Sunny Days, little ones spend their days with us learning through play.

Activities are carefully designed to engage children in fun and educational experiences that support their physical, emotional and cognitive development.

Nursery activities often include opportunities for outdoor play with regular trips to the park and local attractions.

We provide a variety of tabletop, floor and tuff tray activities that support children’s curiosity and exploratory skills – the children love messy, sensory play such as making play dough and having fun with slime!