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Morning Star Educational Centre

Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
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5.0(8 parent reviews)
·100 Lansdowne Road, London, N17 9XX · Haringey
Number of places
33 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Haringey

About this day nursery

Morning Star Nurseries, established in November 2010, operates two branches in Tottenham, London, delivering childcare for children aged 6 months to 5 years. As a family-run business, the nursery prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, viewing children, caregivers, and staff as an extension of their family.

They prioritise a stimulating and happy learning experience, aiming to cultivate a passion for learning that extends beyond their care. The curriculum is built upon the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), covering seven key learning goals within four themes: A unique child, positive relationships, enabling environments, and learning and development.

Morning Star Nurseries emphasises British Values such as democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect, and tolerance, integrating these into their daily practices. They advocate for parents as partners in their child's educational journey, encouraging active involvement and open communication.

The nursery provides nutritious meals prepared on-site, catering to dietary and religious requirements, and offers outdoor play opportunities including regular visits to Bruce Castle Park. Safeguarding is a paramount concern, with comprehensive policies and trained staff dedicated to ensuring children's safety and well-being.

The nursery aims to provide excellent childcare at an affordable price, with flexibility in settling-in procedures to accommodate individual needs. They also assign a key person to each child to support their integration and track their progress.

Our ethos

Morning Star Nurseries follows the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, integrating British Values into daily practice. They view their community as a family, prioritising a stimulating, happy learning experience and fostering a passion for lifelong learning. Parents are seen as partners in the child's education, with an emphasis on open communication and safeguarding.

What it's like

Children receive a warm welcome from staff and feel valued and secure. Staff tailor the curriculum to individual needs and interests. Children are eager to explore and demonstrate good concentration skills. They show respect for their friends and the nursery environment.

Family-run businessEYFS curriculumPromotes British ValuesPartnership with parentsNutritious meals

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Food

Breakfast, lunch, and tea are served. All food is freshly prepared on-site by a chef, is nutritious, and complies with dietary and religious requirements.

Opening hours

Full-time Hours: 8 am-6 pm; Part-time Hours: Morning 8 am-1 pm; Afternoon 1 pm-6 pm

Session types

Full-time, Part-time (morning), Part-time (afternoon)

Age range

6 months-5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2019

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Morning Star Educational Centre

Last inspected 21 July 2022

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 receive a warm welcome from staff and feel valued and secure. Staff tailor the curriculum to individual needs and interests. Children are eager to explore and demonstrate good concentration skills. They show respect for their friends and the nursery environment.

Inspector highlights

  • Children arrive to a warm welcome from staff at this well-run nursery. Staff are nurturing and kind.
  • Children are eager to explore the inside and outside spaces, selecting the resources and activities they want to play with.
  • The manager is fully committed to doing the best she can for children and their families. Improvement is a priority.
  • Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities achieve good outcomes. Additional needs are identified early and referrals for additional support are swift.
  • Partnership working with parents is strong. Staff get to know families extremely well. Parents speak very highly of the nursery and the care their children receive.

Areas to develop

  • 1ensure staff working with the youngest children model spoken language and ask questions more frequently to ensure children's language skills develop even further
  • 2increase mathematics learning opportunities to ensure children are regularly practising their early number skills.
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Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities achieve good outcomes. Additional needs are identified early and referrals for additional support are swift. Support plans are put in place while waiting for external agencies to respond.

Outdoor space

Children are eager to explore the inside and outside spaces, selecting the resources and activities they want to play with. Physical development is well supported, with children running, jumping and climbing in the outside area and during their visits to local parks and playgrounds.

Parent Reviews of Morning Star Educational Centre

5.0
(8)
Nelly Joye
2 years ago

We've had a great experience with morning star. My daughter has been going since the opening of the nursery when was 6 months, and she has absolutely thrived! And my second is now very happily going too! The staff is fantastic: caring, well-tuned to the children's needs and very approachable. They really give great all-round care for all children, and they know the children really well. I could not recommend them more!

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Edz Leone
2 years ago

I am extremely impressed and grateful to this nursery. I moved to Tottenham with my twins over a year ago and the progress they have made, I can only credit the nursery for. The staff and management are impressionable. I love that they are supportive, understanding, attentive and ensure the children have the best experiences growing up. They have regular trips to the library, local park, science museum, theatres, yearly beach outing and many more. Through their actions I can clearly see children are at the heart of everything they do. The staff know each child by name and always give time to each parent. From the start my children felt accepted, represented and valued. They look forward to going to nursery because it’s their home way from home and speak highly of their teachers. Staff communicate any concerns they have about my children in a respectful manner and work in great partnership for the betterment of my children. I highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a nursery with the personal touch. Thank you Beverleigh for always being accessible when I make contact. Mr Mehmet my children adore you and enjoy preschool, they reenact their week during the weekend and look forward to another week with you. Nubia and Kneisha in toddler room are warm and supportive with their words and actions. Ronay, Seline, Sarah and Fiona my children love you. Their personalities have blossomed so much being at this nursery. As a mother of twins I feel reassured to know that this nursery and its amazing staff continue to work hard so my children can thrive. Words can only express my gratitude. We love you all xx

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Joana Martins
2 years ago

We've done extensive research since I got pregnant, went to visit so many nurseries in the area, morning star was the selected! Our son turned 1 and started nursery, he's only been with us and is breastfed. We expected him to struggle as he's only been with us, but the staff and manager were so reassuring! They helped us outline a suitable adaptation period welcomed our presence and made us feel part of the family since day one. The first day he was left alone we kept being updated with videos and pictures and reassuring honest messages. They informed me he was sleeping, followed by a really nice video of him peacefully sleeping, and videos of him interacting and playing! When we pick him up is clear that they care and he is happy! The best decision of our lives. Thanks everyone again

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Chris Mapleston
3 years ago

Both our children have been attending sessions here since 2022. Whilst we chose the nursery due to its proximity to our house, we’ve continued to be so impressed by the care and attention the staff show to the children, and the good condition of the building/its facilities. Lovely free events held for Bonfire night (a great outdoor firework display with snacks!) and Christmas (a magician to entertain the kids, bouncy castle and loads of delicious food!) were really well organized. I’ve only recently become aware of the diaries the staff maintain for the kids on the Tapestry app. It was great to discover 6 months of photos/videos and descriptions of our young boy as he’s been growing up. We would highly recommend the site for all parents located in N17 and nearby; their new nursery in Wood Green looks charming too! :)

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Amalia Lempriere
3 years ago

I can not rate this nursery highly enough. Our daughter has attended since she was 7 months old and has been cared for excellently, they have provided just the right amount of nurturing care combined with gentle learning encouragement. Our daughter has thrived under their care. As an LGBTQ+ family we have been very impressed with their inclusivity and have always felt welcomed. We are now moving out of the area and are sad to be leaving this nursery family, we only wish we could take them with us!

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Inspection history

Most recent inspection

21 July 2022

Good

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