to Sandytots Nursery
A Learning Journey Together
From their very first months to starting school – Sandytots nurture every child with warmth, play, and plenty of fresh air.
Your child’s early years are such a special time, and we work hard to ensure that their earliest introduction into an educational environment is as fun and magical as possible.
of Sandytots Nursery
We are an OFSTED-registered, EYFS-aligned nursery, blending thoughtful early learning with plenty of fresh air and outdoor play. This gentle balance helps children build confidence, independence and a natural curiosity about the world around them.
At Sandytots, children enjoy:
Purposefully Organised
rooms that encourage choice and independent learning
Outdoor Play
Direct access to secure outdoor gardens from every room
Daily Variety
Sandytots enjoy a rich range of hands-on experiences every day
Age Specific Areas
Three age-specific outdoor areas for children aged 0-2 years, 2-3 years and 3-5 years
All Weather Play
Daily outdoor play in all weathers
On-site Animals
Time with our on-site animals, including rabbits, fish and a tortoise
From climbing, cycling and sand play to caring for animals, children at Sandytots enjoy a rich range of hands-on experiences every day.
Why Choose Sandytots?
Family-led care with 40+ years’ experience
Sandytots is a family-led nursery with over 40 years of experience in childcare. This brings a personal, thoughtful approach, where children are truly known and families are supported with care and continuity.
Space to explore and grow
Our spacious, secure gardens give children room to move, run and play freely. With space to breathe and explore, children feel calmer, more settled and able to grow at their own pace.
Learning through animal companionship
Caring for our rabbits, fish and tortoise is part of everyday life at Sandytots. These gentle moments help children develop empathy, kindness and responsibility in a natural, meaningful way.
Nature-led early learning
Through play, curiosity and hands-on activities, children meet EYFS milestones naturally. Learning is woven into real-world experiences, both indoors and outdoors.
What Our Parents and Carer's Say
Find out what our parents and carer’s say about their little one’s experience at Sandytots.
“My son enjoys his time at nursery. His key worker is really great and seems very on top of how he is doing. I appreciate the photos and descriptions of some of the activities on Tapestry. Also whenever I’ve needed to get anything sorted with the nursery office, the response is always prompt and helpful.”
Come and visit us
We would love to welcome you for a visit – get in touch to arrange a show around.
Address:
Sandytots Nursery, Faraday Road,
Stafford – ST16 3NQ
Phone: 01785 256155
Email: office@sandytots.co.uk





