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Happy Stars Day Nursery and After School Club

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2024)
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5.0(4 Google reviews) ·104 West Common Lane, SCUNTHORPE, DN17 1DU · North Lincolnshire
Number of places
70 places
Age range
2–5 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2024
Local authority
North Lincolnshire

About this early years setting

Happy Stars Day Nursery, established in September 2002 by Clare and Steve Foster, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children in Scunthorpe. 5 years, providing a home-from-home experience.

5 to 12 years, focusing on a fun and educational atmosphere that promotes development and learning through play. The nursery prides itself on a high staff-to-child ratio, ensuring dedicated care and attention for every child.

Happy Stars is committed to fostering an environment where children feel secure and are encouraged to explore, learn, and express themselves fully. They are open Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm, with closures during the August Bank Holiday week, Christmas week, and all public holidays.

What it's like

Children feel safe and secure, as staff respect them as unique individuals. Staff successfully implement the well-designed curriculum, which results in children making the progress of which they are capable. Children are well prepared for changes to routines and activities, so they are very accepting of when it is time to move on.

Established day nurseryTwo locations by age groupHigh staff to child ratioFocus on learning through play

Pricing & funding

Fees are paid weekly or monthly via the Famly app, with the first month's payment due before starting. The nursery does not charge for holiday closures, but charges apply for illness unless noticed. Funded places are subject to supplementary resource and meal contributions.

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • Fees are billed weekly or monthly via the Famly app, due the Friday before starting.
  • Half fees are charged for pre-booked holidays with 4 weeks' notice (maximum 3 weeks per quarter).
  • No fees apply when the nursery is closed for Christmas, the August bank holiday week, and public holidays.
  • Full fees are due for sickness or non-attendance unless 4 weeks' notice is provided.
  • Funded hours (15 and 30 hours) incur supplementary charges for meals, provisions, and resources.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday – Friday 8am-6pm, closed at 1pm on Christmas Eve and closed for August Bank holiday week, Christmas week and all public holidays.

Age range

3 months to 12 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Happy Stars Day Nursery and After School Club

Last inspected 3 January 2024

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children feel safe and secure, as staff respect them as unique individuals. Staff successfully implement the well-designed curriculum, which results in children making the progress of which they are capable. Children are well prepared for changes to routines and activities, so they are very accepting of when it is time to move on.

Inspector highlights

  • Children are extremely independent, encouraged to put on their own coats, pour drinks, and serve their own breakfast and lunch.
  • Older children learn to use knives safely to chop their own fruit and vegetables at snack time.
  • Staff use a puppet to maintain children's focus and attention during large-group activities.
  • Children who are at risk of falling behind in their development are promptly identified, and staff work closely with parents to set clear targets.
  • Mathematical language and counting are skilfully interwoven into children's play and through planned activities.

Areas to develop

  • 1help staff to consistently support children's awareness of how to remain safe while using the internet and digital technology.
Inspection #10305336 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents express their gratitude for the support they receive.

They explain how they are kept well informed about their child.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children who are at risk of falling behind in their development are promptly identified. Staff work closely with parents and identify clear targets to aid children's development. All children are provided with opportunities to participate in smaller, more-focused activities in quieter areas to receive intensive, targeted support to meet their needs.

Outdoor space

Children learn to negotiate space when racing around on bikes outside. Staff encourage children to consider how else they can make the bike move if they cannot use the pedals, initially developing a different way to propel the bike forward with their feet until they master the skill of pedalling.

Google Reviews of Happy Stars Day Nursery and After School Club

5.0
(4 Google reviews)
Michael Burkitt
a year ago

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for providing such a safe, fun and inspiring place for our son to flourish. After 3 years with you, your team’s positive, nurturing and kind influence has shaped a superstar. Great safeguarding, facilities, nutrition, learning and communication. Would recommend without hesitation to all parents in North Lincolnshire.

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Karl Tighe
6 years ago

This is the best nursery and after-school club I have seen. So glad my children go here. The staff are amazing with the children giving support as needed either 1 on 1 until settled or in groups. There are rooms for all ages from baby upwards which are clean and tidy. Tailored toys and learning activities for each age. The food is all home made and every dietary requirement can be catered for. It's all about your children at happy stars.

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James Docherty
6 years ago

A fantastic Nursery. All the staff are warm and engaging with the children. The children engage in age appropriate activities and really develop well, exploring the various activities on offer to them throughout the day, making friends and having fun, all in a controlled environment.

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Inspection history

Date: December 2009

  • January 2024Good
  • February 2018Good
  • August 2014Good
  • December 2009Good

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