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Starjumps Nursery

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2025)
·The Becc, Shakespeare Drive, BOREHAMWOOD, WD6 2FD · Hertfordshire
Number of places
40 places
Age range
0–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2025
Local authority
Hertfordshire

About this day nursery

Starjumps Nursery Borehamwood, an Ofsted-graded 'Good' setting, provides childcare for 40 children aged 9 months to 5 years. Located in central Borehamwood with easy access to London via Thameslink, the nursery operates 50 weeks a year, Monday to Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

The purpose-built facility boasts bright, newly decorated spaces and a large garden. Catering to the nutritional needs of young children, the nursery offers a highly nutritious menu, prepared by an in-house cook, and holds a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating.

The dedicated team follows the Early Years Foundation curriculum, ensuring a stimulating environment for comprehensive development. Parents have consistently praised the nursery for its caring approach, creative activities, and the staff's support in children's growth and well-being.

The nursery also maintains a close link with the Family Centre located within the same building and offers good parking for drop-off and collection.

What it's like

Children arrive at this nursery happy and excited to start their day. There is a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with hugs and cuddles readily available from the staff. Children very quickly select what they want to do.

Ofsted Graded ‘Good’Nutritious MealsLarge GardenCentral Borehamwood Location

Pricing & funding

Fees are payable in advance via direct debit, with childcare vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare accepted. A registration fee and holding deposit are required when accepting a place. All meals are included in the nursery fees.

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare

Good to know

  • A refundable holding deposit is payable on acceptance, exempt for supported two-year funded sessions.
  • A non-refundable registration fee is charged and added to the first invoice.
  • Nursery fees are payable in advance via direct debit.
  • Childcare vouchers and Government tax-free childcare accounts are accepted.
  • Meals are included in the prices.
  • Late payment of fees may result in the loss of the child's nursery place.

Key facts

Opening hours

Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 6.00pm Friday 8.00am – 3.00pm

Session types

Full Day (Monday – Thursday), Full Day (Friday only), Morning, Afternoon (not currently available)

Food

Meals are included in the above prices. In-house cook cooking for the nursery 50 weeks of the year

Age range

9 months to 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2008

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Starjumps Nursery

Last inspected 3 June 2025

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 arrive at this nursery happy and excited to start their day. There is a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with hugs and cuddles readily available from the staff. Children very quickly select what they want to do.

Inspector highlights

  • Children arrive happy and excited and quickly select activities.
  • The provider has a well-structured curriculum focused on personal, social and emotional development.
  • Staff place a strong emphasis on physical development for all age groups.
  • Mathematical learning is embedded through everyday activities.
  • All children, including those with SEND and from disadvantaged backgrounds, make strong progress.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to fully understand the intent of the planned activities and what they want children to learn from them in order to strengthen the curriculum
  • 2guide staff to support children's personal, social and emotional development further to build on their growing independence.
Inspection #10392455 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

All children, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), those from disadvantaged backgrounds and those in receipt of additional funding, make strong progress from their starting points. Staff work closely with parents and external agencies to provide the support each child needs to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Outdoor space

Older children create their own obstacle course outdoors, deciding whether to jump, hop or balance to strengthen their larger muscles. The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning.

Inspection history

Date: February 2009

  • June 2025Good
  • August 2019Good
  • May 2015Good
  • February 2009Good

Frequently asked about Starjumps Nursery

About the setting

Starjumps Nursery registered in 2008. The nursery employs 16 members of childcare staff. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday, for 50 weeks of the year and provides funded early education for all eligible children.

URN
EY376291
Registered person
InspireAll Leisure and Family Support Services
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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