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Tiny Stars Canterbury

Ofsted: Good
(Mar 2023)
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3.6(27 parent reviews) ·Printing House, Simmonds Road, Canterbury, CT1 3RA · Kent
Number of places
15 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Mar 2023
Local authority
Kent

About this day nursery

Tiny Stars Nursery Canterbury is a dedicated early years setting celebrating over a decade of supporting families in the local area. The nursery prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, committed to providing every child with an optimal start in life.

Understanding the significance of choosing the right childcare, especially as many team members are parents themselves, Tiny Stars focuses on creating a safe and nurturing space. Here, children are encouraged to thrive, feeling valued and supported, while parents can confidently rely on the high-quality care and education offered.

The nursery aims to ensure both children and their families have a positive and enriching experience.

What it's like

Leaders have worked hard to make improvements since the previous inspection. Children enjoy the varied activities on offer, which have been provided based on their developmental needs and interests. The provision is good.

Diverse and inclusive environmentSafe and nurturing childcareExperienced parent-led team

Pricing & funding

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, from 9am to 5pm, for most of the year

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2015

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Tiny Stars Canterbury

Last inspected 13 March 2023 · Kate Williams

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

Leaders have worked hard to make improvements since the previous inspection. Children enjoy the varied activities on offer, which have been provided based on their developmental needs and interests. The provision is good.

Inspector highlights

  • Leaders have made significant improvements to the nursery since the last inspection.
  • Children are much more engaged and actively involved in their learning.
  • Staff find out what children know and can do before they start to plan activities that meet all children's needs.
  • Children develop good physical and independence skills as they take part in daily activities.
  • Managers support staff with their professional development and provide access to a range of training opportunities.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to monitor and manage noise levels in order to better promote children's communication and language development
  • 2review group times, particularly for the youngest children, to help them become deeply engaged in their learning.
Inspection #10261667 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents report that staff are very friendly.

They feel that there is good communication and comment that they are invited to have an input into their child's learning and development at the nursery.

Parents of children who speak EAL report that they are happy with the support provided.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff discuss with parents if children have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) during settling-in sessions. They use this information to plan activities that meet all children's needs. Staff understand how to track children's progress and can identify children who need extra help in their learning, and work well with parents and external agencies to share children's next steps.

Outdoor space

Outside, children enjoy creating constructions that enable them to investigate cause and effect. They work with staff to tier crates and guttering and watch as they roll small balls to the bottom. Children develop good physical skills and are encouraged to explore different movements during visits, such as to a neighbouring soft-play.

EAL / language support

Children who speak English as an additional language (EAL) are helped to make connections in their learning. Parents of children who speak EAL report that they are happy with the support provided.

Parent Reviews of Tiny Stars Canterbury

3.6
(27)
Nina Pfeifenberger
2 years ago

My son has been attending Tiny Stars for a few years now. There were some difficult months last year which resulted in a complete change of staff. In the end I am glad that we decided to keep our son at the nursery, as the team now is lovely and very supportive and the setting itself has been improved a lot. I also really appreciate that the children get access to an indoor soft play area, as this ensures that they get lots of exercise even if the weather is bad. My youngest child has just started attending the nursery as well and loves it.

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Juliette Malley
a year ago

My son has been attending Tiny Stars for 3 years now, and my daughter for 1 year. They both love the staff and we feel they are very well looked after. The nursery offers a range of activities, and they really enjoy the softplay area and garden. We would definitely recommend this nursery, and have 2 very happy kids there!

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Tatiana Pura
2 years ago

Wonderful friendly staff, had my son at nursery during my final year of university. The staff made us feel welcome and were incredibly understanding and attentive. My son LOVED going here which only confirmed that the everyone at the nursery were taking good care of him. Best first experience with nurseries!!

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Eli Yosifova
a year ago

We are very pleased with the nursery. The stuff is very friendly and take great care of our little baby girl. She loves going to the nursery and always comes back happy and smiling. Strongly recommend the nursery!

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Anna R
2 years ago

The nursery has seen some lows whilst our son has attended, however the turn around has been fantastic. The current team that are in place bring structure, professionalism and a real nurturing atmosphere to the nursery. They take relevant observations, set up interesting activities and spend quality time with the children. Glad that our son has carried on here.

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Inspection history
Improved from Inadequate → Good in 2023

Date: May 2016

  • March 2023Good
  • October 2022Inadequate
  • February 2019Good
  • November 2018Inadequate
  • May 2016Good

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