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North Star Nursery # North Star Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2022) · Polaris House, North Star Avenue, SWINDON, SN2 1FL · Swindon Number of places 40 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2022 Local authority Swindon About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery North Star Nursery is a well-established, privately-run, not-for-profit day nursery that has been serving families for over 30 years. Located in purpose-built facilities within the serene grounds of UKRI, it offers a warm and nurturing atmosphere for children aged three months to five years old, and a Holiday Club for children aged five to eleven. The nursery prides itself on fostering a strong sense of belonging, valuing the diverse family experiences and communities of its children. With a dedicated team, many of whom have been with the nursery for five years or more, North Star Nursery ensures a stable and reliable environment for children's development. They focus on encouraging creativity and problem-solving through hands-on learning and carefully planned activities in both indoor and outdoor play areas. Our ethos North Star Nursery focuses on creativity and problem-solving through hands-on, play-based learning, both indoors and outdoors. They are committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging by valuing the diverse experiences and communities of their children. What it's like Children thrive in this warm and welcoming nursery, building strong relationships with their key persons. Staff offer children lots of praise and reassurance, helping them to feel safe and secure to explore the environment. Older children help choose the pre-school rules and boundaries, which supports them to feel empowered to uphold these rules. Established for over 30 years Not-for-profit Holiday Club available Good Ofsted rating ## Pricing & funding Charges are based on half-day or full-day regular sessions, with separate fees for meals and snacks. Holiday club bookings are offered for full or short days. Sibling discounts are available for both regular and holiday club sessions. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare - Half-day session £46 / day - All day session £67 / day - Morning Snack (funded session) £0.40 / session - 2 Course lunch (funded session) £2 / session - Afternoon Tea (funded session) £1.50 / session See 4 more Good to know - Sibling discounts are available for both regular sessions and holiday club bookings. - Cancellations must be made at least ten working days before the holiday club opens to avoid full charges. - Refunds for holiday club cancellations are not guaranteed unless the space is resold. - Fees may be subject to change based on business needs. ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of North Star Nursery Inspection date Aug 2022 Inspection no. 10234066 Lead inspector Louise Phillips Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50194889)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/109123) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.northstarnursery.co.uk) Polaris House, North Star Avenue, SWINDON, SN2 1FL [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.78474/51.56673/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near SWINDON - [Day nurseries in SWINDON](/search?q=SWINDON) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=north-star-nursery-ltd-sn2-1fl-109123) ## Key facts Food Meals included, fresh healthy food made on site, caters for dietary needs. Morning snack, 2 course lunch, afternoon tea available for purchase during funded sessions. Opening hours Monday - Friday: 8am - 6pm (nursery), 8:30am - 5:30pm (holiday club during school holidays) Age range 3 months to 5 years (nursery), 5 to 11 years (holiday club) Session types Half-day, Full day, Holiday Club short day, Holiday Club full day Term time / All Year All Year Staff 22 qualified staff Established 1999 Waitlist Yes Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for North Star Nursery Last inspected 19 August 2022 · Louise Phillips Safeguarding effective 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 thrive in this warm and welcoming nursery, building strong relationships with their key persons. Staff offer children lots of praise and reassurance, helping them to feel safe and secure to explore the environment. Older children help choose the pre-school rules and boundaries, which supports them to feel empowered to uphold these rules. Inspector highlights - Children thrive and build strong relationships with key persons. - Children benefit from a large outside garden for physical activity. - The curriculum blends child-led and adult-initiated activities covering all seven areas of learning. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. - Staff are praised by the management team and feel fully supported in their roles. Areas to develop - 1 consider reviewing the organisation of mealtimes to ensure children are not waiting for too long - 2 further extend opportunities for children to express and represent their own ideas and creativity in planned activities. Inspection #10234066 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50194889) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents are very happy with the care the nursery provides. > They report that their children love attending the setting and make good progress. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported well. Staff work consistently with families and other agencies to ensure support is put in place, and all staff are aware of the support plans. The manager ensures relevant funding is claimed and staff receive specialist training to fully support the individual needs of the children in their care. Outdoor space Children benefit from the large outside garden, which gives them space to be physically active. Younger children climb play slides and crawl through tunnels, while older children run between trees, race on 'stomper stilts', and create obstacle courses. Inspection history Date: May 2004 - September 2022 Good - August 2022 Good - October 2016 Good - September 2016 Good - October 2013 Good - August 2013 Good - December 2008 Good - November 2006 Good - May 2004 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about North Star Nursery ### What is the age range at North Star Nursery? ### What outdoor space does North Star Nursery have? ### How did North Star Nursery do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### How are meals and food handled at North Star Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in SWINDON Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to North Star Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Inquisitive Minds Pre-School Swindon · SN1 5BP ](/nursery/inquisitive-minds-pre-school-sn1-5bp-ey537549) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Poppies Nursery Swindon · SN2 1HL 4.3(7 reviews) ](/nursery/poppies-nursery-sn2-1hl-ey477432) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Playsteps Day Nursery Swindon · SN1 5EH 4.4(7 reviews) ](/nursery/playsteps-day-nursery-sn1-5eh-ey321164) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.7 mi ### Inquisitive Minds Pre-school and Day Nursery Swindon · SN1 3AL ](/nursery/inquisitive-minds-pre-school-and-day-nursery-sn1-3al-2553309) - [ Provider closed 0.9 mi ### Mini Steamers Childcare Swindon · SN2 2BG ](/nursery/mini-steamers-childcare-sn2-2bg-2753650) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Clifton Street Pre School Swindon · SN1 3QB ](/nursery/clifton-street-pre-school-sn1-3qb-508006) [See all nurseries in SWINDON →](/search?q=SWINDON) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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