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Little Stars (Workington) # Little Stars (Workington) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2023) · 30a Church Road, Harrington, Workington, CA14 5PT · Cumberland Number of places 21 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2023 Local authority Cumberland About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Little Stars (Workington) Limited, registered in 2007, is a childcare setting located in Harrington, Workington. The nursery operates year-round from Monday to Friday, offering sessions from 7 am until 6 pm, catering to up to 21 children aged 0 to 4. With a team of five childcare staff, including four qualified to Level 3 and the manager holding a Level 4 early years qualification, the nursery demonstrates a commitment to providing quality care and education. This setting focuses on creating a welcoming and secure environment where children feel emotionally supported and eager to explore. The well-planned curriculum, designed to build on children's existing knowledge, and strong partnerships with parents contribute to children's readiness for their next stage of learning, ensuring a nurturing and stimulating experience for all. What it's like Children are greeted at the door in this welcoming nursery by friendly and affectionate staff, who form well-established, trusting relationships. This supports children in feeling safe and secure, fostering their emotional well-being. Children delight in physical play, exploring outdoors and developing both large and small muscle skills. They are eager to explore from the minute they enter the nursery. Welcoming environment Strong parent partnerships Well-planned curriculum Promotes healthy lifestyles Community engaged ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, all year round. Sessions are from 7am until 6pm Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2007 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Little Stars (Workington) Last inspected 19 July 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are greeted at the door in this welcoming nursery by friendly and affectionate staff, who form well-established, trusting relationships. This supports children in feeling safe and secure, fostering their emotional well-being. Children delight in physical play, exploring outdoors and developing both large and small muscle skills. They are eager to explore from the minute they enter the nursery. Inspector highlights - Children are greeted warmly by friendly and affectionate staff, fostering well-established, trusting relationships. - Children's emotional well-being is well supported as they feel safe and secure. - Partnerships with parents are strong, with staff sharing information and guidance to promote children's best outcomes. - The manager provides a well-planned curriculum with activities that build gradually on children's knowledge. - Children's communication and language is generally well supported through calm interactions, narrative during play, and engaging stories and songs. - Staff implement mathematical language into children's everyday activities. - Staff promote healthy lifestyles by helping children make healthy meal options and training as oral health champions. - The manager fosters community engagement through activities like beach visits and learning about wildlife. - The manager supports staff well-being through monthly supervisions, ensuring they feel valued and supported. Areas to develop - 1 Support staff to develop skilful questioning techniques that encourage children to express their own ideas and further support their language development. Inspection #10280124 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227050) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Little Stars (Workington) Inspection date Jul 2023 Inspection no. 10280124 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50227050)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY362567) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=little-stars-workington-limited-ca14-5pt-ey362567) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported by knowledgeable staff who work closely with parents and other professionals, attending meetings, completing referrals, and implementing strategies consistently to ensure good progress. Outdoor space Children delight in physical play in the fresh air, with babies enjoying tummy time and older children mastering climbing apparatus and skillfully riding wheeled vehicles. Inspection history Date: December 2008 - July 2023 Good - September 2017 Good - November 2014 Good - January 2014 Requires improvement - January 2010 Good - December 2008 Good ## Frequently asked about Little Stars (Workington) ### What are the opening hours at Little Stars (Workington)? ### What is Little Stars (Workington) working on improving? ## Nearby day nurseries in Workington Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Little Stars (Workington). - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### Footsteps Nursery Workington · CA14 5BD 2.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/footsteps-nursery-ca14-5bd-ey273087) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.3 mi ### Poppies Child Care (Cumbria) Workington · CA14 4PJ ](/nursery/poppies-child-care-cumbria-ltd-ca14-4pj-ey489601) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Toddler Town Nursery Workington · CA14 2RZ ](/nursery/toddler-town-nursery-ltd-ca14-2rz-ey269963) - [ Awaiting first inspection 2.2 mi ### Learning Land Nursery Workington · CA14 2DW 5.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/learning-land-nursery-ca14-2dw-2877338) - [ Provider closed 2.3 mi ### Workington Leisure Centre Holiday Play Scheme Workington · CA14 3YJ ](/nursery/workington-leisure-centre-holiday-play-scheme-ca14-3yj-ey540082) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.9 mi ### Happy Hours Private Day Nursery Whitehaven · CA28 6RS ](/nursery/happy-hours-private-day-nursery-ca28-6rs-ey277855) [See all nurseries in Workington →](/search?q=Workington) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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