





With a diverse range of exciting activities and free-flow play, Shooting Stars Pre-School in Gunthorpe builds children's independence and love for learning.
The well-trained team supports children through all stages of early years learning. In addition, a daily language group teaches children new words and gives them a better understanding of the English language.
Every child has a key person who is committed to providing the best care they possibly can and to build strong relationships with the children and their parents.
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Type of Service
- Nursery School
Opening Schedule
Open term timeFull days available
YesHalf day sessions offered
YesGroup/Owner
- Stars Day Nurseries Ltd
- Private Owned
Person in charge
- Debbie Goakes (Manager)
Number of Childcare Staff
- 4
Total Places for Children
- 32
Age Range
- from 2 years 0 months
- to 5 years 0 months
Meals Provided
NoConsumables provided
NoOpening Times
- Monday 08:30-15:30
- Tuesday 08:30-15:30
- Wednesday 08:30-15:30
- Thursday 08:30-15:30
- Friday 08:30-15:30
When Closed
- School Holidays
Parking
- Parking available in the Paston and Gunthorpe Community Centre car park
Shooting Stars Pre-School Reviews (47)
Shooting Stars Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.869) out of 10, based on 15 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Shooting Stars Pre-School has 47 reviews.
We are very happy with the nursery and the care provided. The staff are kind, attentive, and create a warm, welcoming environment for the children. Our child has grown in confidence and enjoys the variety of activities offered each day. Communication with parents is clear and consistent, which we really appreciate. Overall, a wonderful place that we would highly recommend.
Thank you for the lovely review and your kind words it is really appreciated by all of the team.
My daughter is so happy in this nursery. Always excited to go in. All the staff are always happy and welcoming and make so much effort towards to children. Nursery is always clean and hygienic. My daughter has learnt many new skills here
We are so happy to see everyday too, she is always smiling and a bundle of joy. Thank you for your lovely words.
I can't fault this pre school in anything. I was so worried about my daughter starting pre school as she had severe separation anxiety and they have supported both of us every step of the way. I highly recommend them to people I talk to about it.
Thank you for your lovely words and that you feel really supported. It is amazing how much she has achieved and the relationships she has with all the staff.
Great at putting the right plans in place.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. It means a lot to us that you feel really supported and that we are able to work together to meet your child's needs.
Shooting Stars Nursery is a wonderful place for children to learn and grow. The staff are caring, attentive, and truly dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment. The activities are engaging and educational, helping children build confidence, creativity, and social skills. Communication with parents is excellent, and it's clear the team genuinely cares about every child's development and wellbeing. I highly recommend Shooting Stars Nursery to any parent looking for a supportive and inspiring start for their child.
Thank you for the lovely review and recommendation. Supporting children's growth and wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.
2 of my daughters have attended Shooting Stars preschool and I couldn't be any happier with the setting. They are always so welcoming, caring and helpful. All the staff go above and beyond to help us. After having a bad experience with a previous setting I wasn't sure I would ever feel comfortable or confident sending my children back to preschool but I needn't have worried as the staff here have done all they can to rebuild my confidence and my children's. Both of my daughters have excelled attending this setting and I will be sad to say goodbye when my daughter leaves for primary school in September.
Thank you for your kind words, it has been a pleasure watching them learn and grow.
Our daughter is been in the nursery for the 2nd year now she loves it she enjoy going there every day staff are amazing and very friendly. Overall great setting, great staff, great management.
Thank you for your kind words. We love coming everyday too and to add to your overall greatness, we have great parents too.
The staff have taught my children lots of learning. They are very good at looking after my children. The manager supports me, my husband and 3 children in lots of ways and is teaching me too. They teach colours, counting, listening ears and my children love cuddles with them. My 3 children come here. Now one at school the manager helped me for two children to apply to schools. We are very happy here and children love coming.
Thank you for your kind words, it is lovely to hear.
Since the first time I came to the nursery, I had a good feeling and I'm glad to say that I was not proven wrong. My daughter has been attending since 2023 and looks forward to going everytime .The staff are absolutely amazing, they always go the extra mile and make sure that the children are not only taken care of, but also that they are happy.
This is a fantastic setting i currently have 2 children in this setting but I've had 3 other children in previously, I would recommend this Preschool to anyone, I've been helped and well supported my all stuff, and my children always go in happy and come out happy.
Thank you so much for your kind words. It has been a pleasure having your children and seeing their learning journey throughout the years and knowing the two we have now since being new-borns.
The most amazing teacher are their kind and wonderful team ! Care a lot for the children and spend a quality time with them. When the children get upset they give them a lot of of cuddles and look after them all the time.
Thank you so much. We all love what we do and would change a thing. Cuddles are our speciality.
I am very happy with the nursery. The staff are caring, professional, and always make my child feel welcome and safe. The environment is bright, clean providing a perfect space for growth and learning. I am very pleased with everything.
Thank you, we really appreciate your positive feedback.
I really like the stay and play sessions so I can see where my boy plays and we can play together.
I would definitely recommend this preschool to other parents.
Thank you for your kind words. We love the stay and plays also. It is a lovely shared experience for the you both and make memories.
Since my little boy has been coming, he has been happier. My son struggles with his speech but has come a long way over the last few months. Such a good nursery.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. He certainly has come on a long way and it is always a delight seeing his progress
This is a very lovely nursery; my son has come along very well and learned a lot. They have made my son's Christmas at nursery very special.
It is always rewarding to see the journey the children make from when they started and see their personalities shine.
This teacher's patience and compassion are remarkable. She communicates with us regularly, sharing updates on my son's day-to-day activities, his achievements, and any challenges he might face. This has made us feel involved and reassured that he's in good hands.
The nursery itself is warm and inclusive, with a variety of activities that keep the children engaged. I love that they emphasize outdoor play, which has really helped with my son's social skills.
If you're looking for a supportive environment for a child with autism, I can't recommend Shooting Stars enough. The manager and the team have made a world of difference for our family, and we couldn't be happier with our choice.
The manager and key worker consistently go above and beyond, providing personalized support and innovative learning experiences that resonate with my son. We have seen remarkable progress in his communication and social skills, thanks to their dedication and commitment. It's clear they genuinely care about each child and their unique journey.
Shooting Stars Nursery has become a safe haven for our family, and we wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking a nurturing and supportive environment. Thank you to the manager and key worker, for your exceptional work.
Thank you for your amazing review. It is lovely to hear and has been shared with all of our team.
The dedicated staff members are not only experienced professionals but also passionate about early childhood development. Their commitment to creating a safe and engaging atmosphere is evident in every corner of the nursery.
The facilities are well-maintained, offering a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces for exploration. The colourful and inviting classrooms are equipped with age-appropriate materials, fostering a conducive learning environment.
Communication between the staff and parents is seamless, with regular updates on a child's progress and milestones. It's evident that the nursery values the partnership between educators and families, creating a collaborative approach to early education.
Thank you, David, for your lovely review. It has truly melted our hearts reading this.
Fantastic nursery. My son was really shy about who he spoke to when he first started. But with the encouragement from the staff he has soon overcome that and is very chatty with everyone now. My son loves the nursery, he runs straight in with no looking back. He is always greeted by the staff with smiles and cheerful hellos. We have just had his first full day after doing half days and the staff and manager were so reassuring. Everyone is always so polite.
Thank you for your lovely words. He has so much fun when he is here, the full day was just super exciting for him.
My child came here and found it to be a very happy place.There is a very happy atmosphere: all the staff are caring, nurturing and jolly.The staff are so friendly and warm and the children seem very happy there.
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Awards / Recognitions (9)
- Recipient: Stars Day Nurseries LtdDate: Tuesday 31 Mar 2026
- Recipient: Shooting Stars Pre-SchoolDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
- Recipient: Stars Day Nurseries LtdDate: Monday 31 Mar 2025
Meet the Team (1)
I have been at Shooting Stars Preschool since 2019 co-managing with Sallyann where we have worked together alongside the team to build an outstanding setting.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shooting Stars Pre-School
What is the Age Range of Children that Shooting Stars Pre-School accepts?
Shooting Stars Pre-School accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.
What Days & Hours is Shooting Stars Pre-School Open?
Shooting Stars Pre-School is open: Monday 08:30-15:30, Tuesday 08:30-15:30, Wednesday 08:30-15:30, Thursday 08:30-15:30, Friday 08:30-15:30.
How many Children does Shooting Stars Pre-School have capacity for?
Shooting Stars Pre-School has capacity for a total of 32 Children.
How far is Shooting Stars Pre-School to the centre of Peterborough?
2.4 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.
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