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We moved from the area to cannock and if it weren't for the 3 and a half hours of driving a day to get them there then I have no doubt my kids would stay there as long as possible.\nThe staff is amazingly helpful and kind and have such a love for my little one.\nI couldn't recommend them more!", "datePublished": "2021-11-03T08:34:22.869900Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Zolus Syfer" }, "datePublished": "2023-05-03T13:25:31.417783Z", "inLanguage": "en" } ] }, { "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/smartys-little-stars-nursery-st15-0aa-ey478854#breadcrumb", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Nurseries", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nurseries" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "West Midlands", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?region=West%20Midlands" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 4, "name": "Smartys Little Stars Nursery", "item": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/smartys-little-stars-nursery-st15-0aa-ey478854" } ] }, { "@type": "FAQPage", "@id": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/smartys-little-stars-nursery-st15-0aa-ey478854#faq", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is Smartys Little Stars Nursery Ofsted registered?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Smartys Little Stars Nursery is registered with Ofsted and holds a Good overall grade. 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Smartys Little Stars Nursery # Smartys Little Stars Nursery in Stone Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2022) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Tilling Drive, STONE, ST15 0AA · Staffordshire Number of places 46 places Age range 0–3 yrs Last inspected Apr 2022 Local authority Staffordshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Smartys Little Stars Nursery, located in Stone, ST15 0AA, offers a thoughtfully designed Early Years setting specifically for children aged 0-3 years. The nursery aims to provide a warm, nurturing, and inspiring 'home from home' environment. Their highly experienced Baby and Toddler team specialises in supporting the unique developmental needs of young children, offering gentle, enriching, and engaging experiences. The nursery is purpose-built, designed by their own team with extensive professional experience to cater to the needs of young children. Housed within a spacious double-storey property, it boasts an open-plan layout with bright, airy rooms and calming colour palettes to promote a sense of calm and readiness for exploration. Children are encouraged to explore and become mobile through carefully curated activities and resources. The nursery follows parents' wishes regarding babies' sleep schedules, providing various cots, bouncers, and sleep mats. Nappies are changed regularly, with parents supplying their child's own nappies, wipes, and creams. Smartys Little Stars also provides an extensive range of outdoor facilities, including a dedicated outdoor area and a fully enclosed outdoor classroom, to encourage independence, exploration, and curiosity in all weather conditions. The setting also features a private off-road car park for convenient drop-offs and collections. The nursery operates from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 6:00 pm, 52 weeks a year, closing only on public bank holidays. They maintain excellent relationships with their own pre-school settings and others to ensure smooth transitions for children. What it's like Children arrive happily and settle into the day easily, developing very good relationships with staff and feeling safe in the stimulating learning environment. The manager and staff talk with families and children about their lives outside the nursery to plan meaningful learning experiences. Children are confident, sociable, and well-prepared for the next stage in their learning. Purpose-built setting Dedicated outdoor learning Specialist baby and toddler care Extended opening hours ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 6:00pm, 52 weeks a year (excluding public bank holidays) Age range 0-3 years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Smartys Little Stars Nursery Inspection date Apr 2022 Inspection no. 10219833 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185167)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY478854) 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 [ Visit website ](https://smartysdaynursery.com/centres/little-stars/) Tilling Drive, STONE, ST15 0AA Opening hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 6:00pm, 52 weeks a year (excluding public bank holidays) [© 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#/-2.1492/52.89334/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near STONE - [Day nurseries in STONE](/search?q=STONE) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=smartys-little-stars-nursery-st15-0aa-ey478854) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Smartys Little Stars Nursery Last inspected 21 April 2022 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children arrive happily and settle into the day easily, developing very good relationships with staff and feeling safe in the stimulating learning environment. The manager and staff talk with families and children about their lives outside the nursery to plan meaningful learning experiences. Children are confident, sociable, and well-prepared for the next stage in their learning. Inspector highlights - The manager and staff plan exciting and engaging activities and make ongoing assessments of children's achievements. - Staff are very positive role models with high expectations for children's behaviour, teaching them to be respectful to others and share resources. - Staff are animated and confident, creating a fun atmosphere where children enjoy learning. - Staff place a strong emphasis on supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). - Children develop a love of books, and staff support their emerging language skills well. - Staff teach children to be independent and promote good health through healthy snacks and meals. - Partnerships with parents are good, with staff sharing information and encouraging contributions to online learning records. - The manager encourages staff reflection and professional development, leading to continuous improvement. Areas to develop - 1 Build on plans for professional development to identify ways to help to raise the quality of teaching to the highest level, including developing further staff's interactions with children. Inspection #10219833 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50185167) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents report that they are happy with the service they receive. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff place a strong emphasis on supporting children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They work in close partnerships with a wide range of other professionals to put plans in place to support children to reach their full potential. All children, including those with SEND, make good progress from their starting points in learning. Outdoor space The daily structure allows significant outdoor time for exploration. Older children enjoy the forest environment, looking for insects with magnifying glasses. Babies and toddlers also benefit from a well-designed curriculum that supports their physical development in the outdoor space. ## Parent Reviews of Smartys Little Stars Nursery 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUXq828-SfkWYVYH4Xt6VjH4WftGp7rF_3nj8ZKaJFKj6d0WfFB=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jade Liebenberg 4 years ago Words can't explain how we love this school! We moved from the area to cannock and if it weren't for the 3 and a half hours of driving a day to get them there then I have no doubt my kids would stay there as long as possible. The staff is amazingly helpful and kind and have such a love for my little one. I couldn't recommend them more! 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[See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16258969502873367628&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: August 2016 - April 2022 Good - August 2016 Good ## Frequently asked about Smartys Little Stars Nursery ### Is Smartys Little Stars Nursery Ofsted registered? ### How is Smartys Little Stars Nursery classified by Ofsted? ### Which funded hours does Smartys Little Stars Nursery accept? ### What part of the country is Smartys Little Stars Nursery in? ### What outdoor space does Smartys Little Stars Nursery use? ### Who leads the staff team at Smartys Little Stars Nursery? ## About the setting Smartys Little Stars Nursery registered in 2014. The provider employs 15 members of childcare staff, with 10 holding level 3 qualifications and one holding a level 2. The nursery operates all year round, Monday to Friday, from 7.30am to 6pm, except for bank holidays. The provider receives funding for two- and three-year-old children. 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