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Little Stars Nursery - Stonehouse

Ofsted: Good
(Nov 2024)
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5.0(1 parent reviews) ·25 Manor Street, Plymouth, PL1 1TL · Plymouth
Number of places
33 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Nov 2024
Local authority
Plymouth

About this day nursery

Little Stars Nursery, situated in Stonehouse, Plymouth, was re-registered in 2014 and operates as a childcare on non-domestic premises setting. Rated "Good" by Ofsted on 6th November 2024, the nursery provides a friendly and secure environment where children aged 2-4 years settle quickly.

The dedicated staff, passionate about their role, prioritise children's successful development by meticulously planning and implementing a curriculum that focuses on closing learning gaps. With a strong emphasis on developing hand-eye coordination for early writing and fostering good social skills through "golden rules" and sharing, the nursery ensures children are well-prepared for their next stages of learning.

They also promote oral health through interactive tooth-brushing sessions and encourage language development through songs and discussions, ensuring a rich learning experience for every child. The nursery operates during term time and offers care during the summer holidays, accepting government-funded places and specific funding for disadvantaged children.

What it's like

Children settle quickly in this friendly nursery where staff greet them enthusiastically. The curriculum is planned effectively to help children develop hand-eye coordination, social skills, and a positive attitude to learning. Children feel safe and secure, forming close relationships with staff and frequently inviting them into their play.

Friendly environmentStrong curriculumGood social skillsOral health focusLanguage development

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Thursday: 9am to 5pm, Friday: 9am to 12.45pm

Term time / All Year

Mixed

Established

2014

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Stars Nursery - Stonehouse

Last inspected 6 November 2024

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children settle quickly in this friendly nursery where staff greet them enthusiastically. The curriculum is planned effectively to help children develop hand-eye coordination, social skills, and a positive attitude to learning. Children feel safe and secure, forming close relationships with staff and frequently inviting them into their play.

Inspector highlights

  • Children settle quickly and staff greet them enthusiastically, with a well-planned and implemented curriculum.
  • Leaders closely monitor children's progress to quickly close gaps in learning, such as developing hand-eye coordination for early writing.
  • Staff have high expectations of children's behaviour, using "golden rules" and teaching sharing to support social skills.
  • Children learn the importance of oral health through interactive video sessions and staff guidance.
  • Staff implement frequent song times, with younger children enjoying favourites and older children developing confidence and speaking skills.
  • Parents speak highly of the nursery, praising communication and support for their child's development.
  • Partnerships with other professionals are effective, ensuring ongoing support for children and families.
  • The nursery implements effective supervision to monitor staff teaching quality and identify strengths and areas for development.

Areas to develop

  • 1Consistently promote younger children's home languages to further develop their understanding.
  • 2Plan and implement group activities more effectively for older children to build on their individual needs and next stages of development.
Inspection #10367554 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

EAL / language support

Staff do not consistently promote children's home languages to develop their understanding, leading to some children who speak English as an additional language sometimes not understanding what is being said to them.

Parent Reviews of Little Stars Nursery - Stonehouse

5.0
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Inspection history

Date: February 2016

  • November 2024Good
  • February 2019Good
  • February 2016Good

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