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Little Stars Childcare in Thornaby

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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5.0(14 Google reviews) ·Unit 4, Martinet Road, Thornaby, TS17 0AS · Stockton-on-Tees
Number of places
48 places
Age range
0–3 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Stockton-on-Tees

About this day nursery

Little Stars Childcare is a day nursery in Thornaby, Stockton-on-Tees, for children from birth to three years of age. It operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7am until 6.30pm. At its Ofsted inspection in March 2023, the day nursery received an overall judgement of Good.

The inspector reported that staff work with parents to help new children settle and that children learn in a calm and relaxed environment. Staff support children's communication and language skills, and use daily activities to develop their understanding of mathematics. The nursery provides nutritious meals and teaches children about healthy eating. There is a secure outdoor area which the manager intends to develop further to meet the needs of the youngest children.

What it's like

Children arrive happily and are greeted warmly by staff, showing good levels of curiosity and enjoyment. Staff engage with children at their level, asking questions to encourage thinking. While not all children have a key person, staff know all children well and their individual learning needs.

Age-specific rooms (Baby, Toddler, Pre-School)Outdoor play areasActive social media presence

Pricing & funding

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday–Friday, 7:30am–6pm (Excluding Bank Holidays & Christmas closure dates)

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Stars Childcare

Last inspected 2 March 2023

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 happily and are greeted warmly by staff, showing good levels of curiosity and enjoyment. Staff engage with children at their level, asking questions to encourage thinking. While not all children have a key person, staff know all children well and their individual learning needs.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff effectively help new children settle, working closely with parents to tailor settling-in visits.
  • The new manager is eager to develop the nursery and has clear intentions, including developing the outdoor area.
  • The provider, manager, and staff understand children's learning needs and how to support them through assessments and progress checks.
  • Staff focus on children's communication and language skills, fostering a deep appreciation for books.
  • Staff use everyday activities to develop children's understanding of mathematics, including counting and simple addition.
  • Children learn in a relaxed, calm environment and respond well to directions.
  • Children have access to good nutrition, and staff educate them on healthy eating and oral health.

Areas to develop

  • 1refine how the key-person system is organised so all children are supported and relationships are built with parents
  • 2provide a range of well-presented books to further support children's language development
  • 3extend staff's understanding of how to help children behave well and to understand the impact their behaviour has on others.
Inspection #10281269 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

The provider, manager and staff understand what it is that children need to learn next and how to support and encourage them. They carry out assessments of children's progress, including the progress check at age two. This helps them to identify if there are any delays or gaps in children's development that they can work on.

Outdoor space

The manager plans to develop the outdoor area so that it is more accessible and meets the needs of the youngest children. The nursery and outdoor area are safe and secure for children.

Google Reviews of Little Stars Childcare

5.0
(14 Google reviews)
Hannah H
8 months ago

Amazing Nursery! Staff are always attentive and caring. I was struggling to find a nursery that felt like home with gentle and loving staff for my daughter to transition into, it was no surprise she settled in straight away and staff are always willing to answer any concerns. It’s been a few months now since starting but my daughters confidence has grown and I’m really noticing a difference! If your like me and want a nursery that feels like a home away from home for your child with super caring staff, don’t hesitate with this nursery! It’s an excellent nursery with amazing staff, trust me your child will be well taken care of.

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Amy Green
a year ago

I highly recommend Little Stars if your looking for a happy, caring, fun and creative nursery! My daughter is thriving there! The staff are so friendly and approachable and go above and beyond for the little ones! We are always kept up to date and informed via pics, updates and chats too which is brilliant and very much appreciated! I feel settled and happy knowing my baby is safe and loved there!

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James Day
a year ago

Little Stars is a fantastic nursery. Our 18 month old daughter has developed so much since being there. The staff are always friendly and always keep us helicopter parents updated with pictures and milestones including physical development, personal, social & emotional, mathematics and understanding the world. Big thanks to all the staff there. You're all incredible at keeping our children healthy, safe and entertained!

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Rebecca Mason
a year ago

Fantastic nursery, my little boy attended for 2 and half years. All the staff are welcoming, helpful and very friendly. My son's development from starting to finishing is amazing, they helped him thrive with all their support to get him ready for reception. Would highly recommend this nursery to anyone who is looking, me and my little boy will miss them all so much xx

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Lucy
a year ago

I cannot recommend Little Stars enough, it's a great nursery. The staff are amazing and my little boy has come on so much since joining. I'm always kept up to date on what my son is doing and the staff are very fast to respond to any messages. I'm so pleased I found Little Stars 🌟

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Inspection history

Date: March 2023

  • April 2023Good
  • March 2023Good

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