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Little Stars Childcare Leek First

Ofsted: Good
(Feb 2024)
·Staffordshire County Council, Leek First School, Leek, ST13 6LF · Staffordshire
Number of places
24 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Feb 2024
Local authority
Staffordshire

About this day nursery

Little Stars Childcare in Staffordshire provides a nurturing and stimulating environment where children can thrive and develop. The nursery focuses on fostering confidence and growth through engaging activities and a well-rounded curriculum.

They offer various care options, including nursery, preschool, after-school clubs, and holiday clubs, catering to a wide range of ages and needs. The dedicated staff are passionate about childcare, creating a supportive atmosphere where each child's individual personality is celebrated.

The nursery also prioritises healthy eating, with fresh and nutritious meals prepared daily in their kitchen, adhering to high food hygiene standards. Parents consistently praise the caring and encouraging approach of the staff, highlighting the positive impact Little Stars has on their children's development and readiness for school.

What it's like

Children are greeted warmly by kind and caring staff, who understand that for children to be ready to learn well, they first need to feel safe, secure and welcome. Staff are responsive to children's needs, and there are strong bonds between staff and children, with staff providing comfort such as cuddles to children who need more reassurance. Staff use their understanding of children's learning needs and interests to plan and deliver a broad curriculum, promoting children's awareness of mathematics effectively and helping them develop good behaviours as they interact with peers and form friendships.

Nutritious meals prepared fresh dailyGovernment-funded childcare optionsAfter-school and holiday clubs available

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 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

Food

All meals prepared fresh daily on-site. Breakfast, two-course hot lunch, snack tea, and healthy snacks provided throughout the day.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, all year round, except for Christmas holidays. Sessions are from 7.30am until 6pm.

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Stars Childcare Leek First

Last inspected 7 February 2024

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are greeted warmly by kind and caring staff, who understand that for children to be ready to learn well, they first need to feel safe, secure and welcome. Staff are responsive to children's needs, and there are strong bonds between staff and children, with staff providing comfort such as cuddles to children who need more reassurance. Staff use their understanding of children's learning needs and interests to plan and deliver a broad curriculum, promoting children's awareness of mathematics effectively and helping them develop good behaviours as they interact with peers and form friendships.

Inspector highlights

  • The manager provides a curriculum that builds on children's knowledge as they progress through the nursery and staff accurately identify next steps in children's learning.
  • Staff focus their teaching on the knowledge children need in preparation for their move to school.
  • Children develop their imaginations through role play, and staff ensure that children have resources to support their growing interest in technology.
  • Children have regular opportunities to play outdoors and engage in physical activities.
  • The special educational needs coordinator is knowledgeable and works well with staff, parents and other agencies to put specific plans in place to support children's development.

Areas to develop

  • 1help staff to improve their teaching to the highest level so that all activities consistently support children's communication and language development
  • 2review the organisation of group activities to enable all children to remain focused and engaged in their learning
Inspection #10327604 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents comment on the positive relationships that their children form with their key person.

They compliment staff for sharing regular information with them about their children's learning and development.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The special educational needs coordinator is knowledgeable and understands the importance of acting on concerns about children's development. She works well with staff, parents and other agencies to put specific plans in place to support children's development, offering training and support for staff and implementing and reviewing support plans and targets for all children. Additional funding is used suitably, including to buy resources and provide experiences for the children, to help close any gaps in children's learning.

Outdoor space

Children have regular opportunities to play outdoors and engage in physical activities, such as pedalling vehicles and climbing up to use the slide. Young children enjoy a lively dance session outside.

Inspection history

Most recent inspection

7 February 2024

Good

Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published.

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