--- title: "Shining Stars, Chelmsford — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Shining Stars, a nursery in Chelmsford — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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[East of England](/search?region=East+of+England) 4. Shining Stars # Shining Stars in Chelmsford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Sept 2024) · Village Hall, Maldon Road, Chelmsford, CM3 2HP · Essex Number of places 22 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Sept 2024 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Shining Stars is an inclusive childcare provider in Chelmsford, catering to children from birth to five years old. The nursery operates year-round, closing only for the week between Christmas and New Year, offering consistent care for families. They provide a nurturing environment where children can learn and develop, with flexible session options to accommodate various family needs. The facility is located within the Hatfield Peverel Village Hall, offering a community-integrated setting. Families can choose between full-day care or specific morning and afternoon sessions, with additional hours available on an hourly basis. Shining Stars also supports families with government funding options, including both 15 and 30 hours of free childcare, and accepts Tax-Free Childcare payments, demonstrating a commitment to accessible early education. The team is dedicated to providing quality care and fostering a positive experience for all children, ensuring a supportive and engaging atmosphere. What it's like The management and team of staff provide children with a very calm and homely environment in which to play. Children are greeted with genuine warmth and kindness by staff, who are happy to see them. Children demonstrate that they are enthusiastic and eager to learn and settle quickly. All-year-round care Flexible session times Accepts government funding ## Pricing & funding Fees are structured around morning, afternoon, daytime, and full-day sessions. Additional hours are charged at an hourly rate, and meals can be provided for an extra charge or parents can bring a cold packed lunch. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Tax-Free Childcare Good to know - Children are welcome to bring a cold packed lunch instead of purchasing nursery meals. - Additional hours are available to book outside of standard session times. ## Key facts Session types Full day, Morning session, Afternoon session, Hourly Opening hours Monday to Friday 7am-6pm Age range 0-5 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Shining Stars Inspection date Sept 2024 Inspection no. 10326145 Lead inspector Lynn Hartigan [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259622)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2715752) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=shining-stars-cm3-2hp-2715752) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Shining Stars Last inspected 26 September 2024 · Lynn Hartigan Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend The management and team of staff provide children with a very calm and homely environment in which to play. Children are greeted with genuine warmth and kindness by staff, who are happy to see them. Children demonstrate that they are enthusiastic and eager to learn and settle quickly. Inspector highlights - The management team is passionate about its role and committed to providing the best outcomes for children. - The quality of teaching is good, with a broad curriculum covering all areas of learning. - Children focus on activities of their choice and show sustained concentration, with good staff interaction. - Staff are encouraged in their own professional development, with a culture of evaluating and sharing new ideas. - The nursery is fully inclusive, and all children make good progress, including those who need additional support. Areas to develop - 1 plan more opportunities in the curriculum to challenge children's thinking to consistently build on what they already know and can do - 2 develop and continue to strengthen the learning environment for babies so that they remain fully engaged during transition times. Inspection #10326145 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50259622) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents speak highly of the nursery, commenting that their children settle quickly and that they make good progress. > They say the staff go 'above and beyond' their expectations to ensure the children are happy. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The nursery is fully inclusive, and all children make good progress, including those who need additional support. Professional relationships have been established with outside agencies to ensure early intervention, and support is in place to help children achieve their full potential. Outdoor space Children enjoy fresh air and exercise outdoors and are proud of the vegetables they grow. They confidently explain to visitors to the setting about the crop of tomatoes and beetroot they have grown. Inspection history Date: December 2023 - October 2024 Good - September 2024 Good - January 2024 Requires improvement - December 2023 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Shining Stars ### How does Shining Stars support children with SEND? ### What are the opening hours at Shining Stars? ### What are the fees at Shining Stars? ### How can Shining Stars be contacted? ### Is Shining Stars a day nursery or preschool? ## Nearby day nurseries in Chelmsford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Shining Stars. - [ Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### The Little Bears Nursery Chelmsford · CM3 2HS ](/nursery/the-little-bears-nursery-cm3-2hs-ey561830) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### Gershwin Park Day Nursery School Witham · CM8 1FQ ](/nursery/gershwin-park-day-nursery-school-cm8-1fq-ey484828) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Little Hands Pre-School Nursery Witham · CM8 1DJ ](/nursery/little-hands-pre-school-nursery-cm8-1dj-203764) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Spring - Harlequin Witham · CM8 1NA ](/nursery/spring-harlequin-cm8-1na-ey539462) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.3 mi ### Witham Nursery Witham · CM8 1HN ](/nursery/witham-nursery-cm8-1hn-ey295639) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 2.4 mi ### Witham Valley Nursery Witham · CM8 1HF ](/nursery/witham-valley-nursery-cm8-1hf-ey481449) [See all nurseries in Chelmsford →](/search?q=Chelmsford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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