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Clayton Little Stars Childcare # Clayton Little Stars Childcare Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · 4.5 (2 parent reviews) · Clayton Library, Dartmouth Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 3NR · Staffordshire Number of places 38 places Age range 1–3 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Staffordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Stars Childcare, a family-operated establishment founded in 2003 by sisters Sarah and Vicky, both experienced childcare professionals, provides a nurturing environment across its various Staffordshire locations, including a dedicated nursery in Clayton. The core philosophy centres on fostering happy, kind, confident, and resilient children, preparing them for future challenges with a willingness to learn. They operate Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 6 pm, ensuring continuity of care to help children feel secure and supported. The curriculum follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), covering the seven areas of learning and development with annual themes and topics. Recognising each child as an individual, Little Stars emphasises their welfare as paramount, promoting learning through play with the support of highly skilled practitioners. In addition to nursery provisions, they offer engaging Out of School Clubs, including before and after school care for children aged 4 to 11 and a Holiday Club for those aged 3 to 11, filled with a range of activities. Fresh and nutritious meals are prepared daily to ensure a balanced diet for all children. Our ethos Clayton Little Stars Childcare's philosophy centres on fostering happy, kind, confident, and resilient children, preparing them for future challenges with a willingness to learn. They follow the EYFS curriculum, emphasising learning through play and treating each child as an individual, with their welfare as paramount. What it's like Children arrive eager and ready for their day at nursery, confidently exploring the nursery space with sensitive support from caring and attentive staff. They are involved in enticing and motivating activities and are immersed in their play, making good progress across all areas of learning thanks to a well-planned, play-focused curriculum. Family-run business EYFS Curriculum Fresh and nutritious meals Before and After School Club Holiday Club ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Session types Before and After School Club, Holiday Club Food Fresh and nutritious meals prepared daily Opening hours Mon to Fri from 7:30 am to 6 pm Age range 9 months to 11 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Clayton Little Stars Childcare Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10251599 Lead inspector Juliette Freeman Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202982)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2602586) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed [ Visit website ](https://littlestarschildcare.org.uk) Clayton Library, Dartmouth Avenue, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 3NR [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-2.22817/52.99428/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Newcastle-Under-Lyme - [Day nurseries in Newcastle-Under-Lyme](/search?q=Newcastle-Under-Lyme) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=clayton-little-stars-childcare-st5-3nr-2602586) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Clayton Little Stars Childcare Last inspected 18 November 2022 · Juliette Freeman Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children arrive eager and ready for their day at nursery, confidently exploring the nursery space with sensitive support from caring and attentive staff. They are involved in enticing and motivating activities and are immersed in their play, making good progress across all areas of learning thanks to a well-planned, play-focused curriculum. Inspector highlights - Children are eager and confident to explore the nursery space. - Staff follow a well-planned curriculum focused on play, adapting activities to children's interests. - Parents are happy with the nursery and have strong partnerships with their child's key person. - Partnerships with other agencies effectively support children's needs. - Children develop an understanding of their world through a wide range of activities and outings in the community. Areas to develop - 1 develop staff's understanding of how to support communication and language development, to enable them to broaden the range of words used and introduce new words to children - 2 support staff to increase the opportunities for more challenge in children's physical development, specifically for large-muscle skills such as climbing and balancing. Inspection #10251599 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202982) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment that they are very happy with the nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Partnerships with other agencies are effective in supporting children's needs. Leaders and staff know where to access more support, as required, so that they can support children's progress. They work with other professionals and parents and adapt the provision and routine to support all children very well. Outdoor space Younger children toddle or begin to run as they hold hands with staff outdoors. Older children manoeuvre a small wheeled toy through an obstacle course of small traffic cones. Staff encourage children to ride wheeled toys with care outside. ## Parent Reviews of Clayton Little Stars Childcare 4.5 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVY0lHq0TEnQjP6TCOXUfPUeOqjh5wVu3GoWXFkO7qVZa9um2fX=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sophie Probert a week ago My little boy started little stars at 10months old. The staff have been amazing ensuring he was happy and settled.They have been great in communicating how his day has been and the Famly app is regularly updated with photos and care information which is great. The staff are so approachable it has made his experience and my experience as a parent really positive. 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[View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202982) ## Frequently asked about Clayton Little Stars Childcare ### Does Clayton Little Stars Childcare run holiday club or wraparound care? ### What are the opening hours at Clayton Little Stars Childcare? ### Is Clayton Little Stars Childcare a day nursery or preschool? ### How are meals handled at Clayton Little Stars Childcare? ### What is the age range at Clayton Little Stars Childcare? ## Nearby day nurseries in Newcastle-Under-Lyme Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Clayton Little Stars Childcare. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.3 mi ### Our Lady & St Werburghs Care Club Newcastle · ST5 4AG ](/nursery/our-lady-st-werburghs-care-club-st5-4ag-2811408) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Seabridge Little Stars Childcare Newcastle · ST5 3PJ 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/seabridge-little-stars-childcare-st5-3pj-2798021) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Nurture Childcare Newcastle Under Lyme · ST4 6NW 4.7(31 reviews) ](/nursery/nurture-childcare-st4-6nw-2628527) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Westlands Little Stars Childcare Newcastle · ST5 2QY 5.0(5 reviews) ](/nursery/westlands-little-stars-childcare-st5-2qy-ey369083) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Care by Claire Private Day Nursery Newcastle Under Lyme · ST5 1LQ 4.8(9 reviews) ](/nursery/care-by-claire-private-day-nursery-st5-1lq-2729614) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.1 mi ### Croft Day Nursery Newcastle · ST5 1DS ](/nursery/croft-day-nursery-st5-1ds-218503) [See all nurseries in Newcastle-Under-Lyme →](/search?q=Newcastle-Under-Lyme) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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