Stars Pre-School Parnwell

Parnwell Community Centre, Saltersgate, Parnwell, Peterborough PE1 4YL
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9.9 75 Reviews
  • Stars Pre-School Parnwell, Peterborough
Stars Pre-School Parnwell is open Monday–Friday 08:00-18:00 (40 weeks of the year).

The curriculum is child-led and helped by a dedicated team of level three qualified staff who have worked in the pre-school for many years and have established excellent relationships with local families.

The nursery offers a small garden where children can explore and play in the world of nature.

There is a delicious and nutritious menu available for all children.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Lisa Barry (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 10

Total Places for Children

  • 52

Age Range

  • from 2 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Opening Times

  • Monday 08:30-15:00
    Tuesday 08:30-15:00
    Wednesday 08:30-15:00
    Thursday 08:30-15:00
    Friday 08:30-15:00

When Closed

  • School Holidays

Stars Pre-School Parnwell Reviews (75)

9.9

Stars Pre-School Parnwell has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10, based on 20 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Stars Pre-School Parnwell has 75 reviews.

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Review from Ana D (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son's nursery is truly a wonderful place. Every day I leave him there with peace in my heart, knowing he's surrounded by love, patience and care. The teachers are like fairies who turn every moment into an adventure full of colour, play and learning.
I'm so grateful for everything this nursery does.
They don't just teach the children songs and letters, but also give them confidence, friendship and beautiful memories that will stay in their hearts, forever.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the amazing review, it is truly special. Your son has grown so much and it has been great getting to know you all.
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Review from Samantha S (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant pre-school, will be recommending to family and friends. Staff are all very easy to talk to and take great care of every child.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the lovely review, it has been lovely getting to know your family.
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Review from Carly K (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Stars Pre-School Parnwell is one of the best for my son Remy, he has learned so much.
He has settled so well. Every one is so nice and my boy talks about everyone.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the lovely review, your boy makes us laugh every day and is such fun.
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Review from Sonya N (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's brilliant for my little boy, how much he has come out of his shell. He is putting sentences together. Stars Pre-School has been amazing.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the lovely review, your little boy is a joy.
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Review from Hannah H (Mother of Child) published on 21 November 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great school, teachers are amazing, so kind and caring. My daughter loves going to school and has come so far since starting.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the lovely review, we have loved watching your wonderful daughter grow
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Review from M J (Mother of Child) published on 3 November 2025 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have absolutely good experience with this nursery. They put so many interesting activities for kids. My child everyday very excited to go there which is very relieving because then I know my kid feel safe and happy there. They provide me pictures for what she enjoyed in nursery almost everyday which
is also very good because then I got a chance to talk about it to my child and it's fun when she told me whole story. Staff is very good they told me everyday what activities my child enjoyed in nursery. Very happy with nursery.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the lovely review, we have loved watching your child grow and love having them here.
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Review from Nikki H (Mother of Child) published on 20 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I cannot thank the staff at Stars Pre-School Parnwell enough for their excellent caring nature their enthusiasm towards my son and his development. His attitude to learning new things, making new friends and engaging in a stimulating environment is outstanding. He comes out of pre-school extremely happy.
The staff go above and beyond to make this happen, making this what could be a stressful chapter in my sons life a dream. Again I cannot thank everyone enough.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the lovely review, we are loving seeing him become more confident and grow.
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Review from N I (Mother of Child) published on 19 June 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very very not concern about Stars Pre-School Parnwell. My observation in this school is excellent both the manager and the co-workers, they are doing great job for one month plus that my daughter started school in Stars Pre-School Parnwell there is difference in her, she can speak good English,
communication and making difference sentencies. She can get herself dressed. My regards to each and everyone, thanks.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the lovely review, we are loving watching her grow!
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Review from Masie S (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This preschool is a fantastic place! My son loves it here and enjoys all the activities and fun. The staff are kind and caring and full of love and laughter.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for your fantastic review, we have loved seeing every one of your children through our preschool and onto adventures at big school.
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Review from Marivs V (Father of Child) published on 6 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Verry nice place, the staff is amazing, my little girl loves going here
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for the kind review, we love having your little girl here and seeing her grow and thrive.
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Review from Belinda L (Stepmother of Child) published on 6 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are extremely friendly. She loves playing here with her friends and adores all her teachers. The activities and events the nursery puts on for the children are exceptional.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you so much for the kind review, we love seeing her happy face exploring the activities.
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Review from Kirsty R (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really lovely setting and all the ladies are brilliant. I feel so confident to leave the children in their care.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for your kind words, we are so pleased with how they are both getting on.
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Review from Samanther C (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The team is lovely and so caring and my daughter is always talking about how great they are. It is a great place for a child to be. I really love the place and the team members.
Reply from Maxine McCormick, Deputy manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for your kind words, we love chatting with her, almost as much as she loves chatting.
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Review from J P (Mother of Child) published on 25 February 2025 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My kid loves this place and all the members of the staff. My child is safe there, he has very strong allergies and the staff have received specialized training on how to help him if he needs it. I'm very grateful for that. Thank you.
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Review from R B (Mother of Child) published on 4 November 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is happy with everything that's happening at the nursery. She is more open to playing with the other kids and feels safe every time we take her there. The staff is well trained and always take good care of the children. Never had any major problems, they handle things in a professional way.
Overall I am happy with the choice that I've made by taking her to this nursery.
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Review from J K (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My son has just started at this preschool a few weeks ago but we are both absolutely happy. He goes and stays without any stress and he loves all the activities. He enjoys the garden play area and in a few weeks, the staff have taught him many things.
Reply from Lisa Barry, Manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you so much for our review. He is absolutely adorable.
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Review from C V (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started going to Stars Pre-School at the end of April this year. I was nervous about leaving her for the first time without me, she was crying to not leave her there. However, as soon as I met her key workers I saw how they interacted with my daughter and I calmed down. At the moment, she
is excited about going to the nursery; every day she talks about what she is learning anew and I notice that she's starting to be more sociable with other kids.
Reply from Lisa Barry, Manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate them.
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Review from M D (Mother of Child) published on 5 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am very happy that my child is receiving the best care at the nursery. My child's needs are met and the educators are very professional with lots of experience. The setting is always clean and there are plenty of different areas where children can play and develop their abilities.
Reply from Lisa Barry, Manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you very much for your review. We are so happy that she has settled in and enjoying the preschool.
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Review from T D (Mother of Child) published on 4 March 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I love this nursery. Every one of the staff is lovely and so helpful and great with the kids. All four of my kids have been here and all have loved it.
Reply from Lisa Barry, Manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for your review. Your support is received very gratefully.
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Review from N R (Mother of Child) published on 29 February 2024 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I like everything; staff, activities, learning.
Reply from Lisa Barry, Manager at Stars Pre-School Parnwell
Thank you for your review. This means so much to us all.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.899)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.899) out of 10 for Stars Pre-School Parnwell is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 20 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.899 for Stars Pre-School Parnwell is calculated as follows: ( (216 Excellents x 5) + (20 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 238 Ratings = 4.899
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Stars Pre-School Parnwell is based on 20 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 52 number of registered child places is 10.4, which has been reached with 20 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Lisa

Lisa Barry

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2006

I have been at Parnwell since 2006. I took on the managers role in 2019 and work hard to support families and the community.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stars Pre-School Parnwell

What is the Age Range of Children that Stars Pre-School Parnwell accepts?

Stars Pre-School Parnwell accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Stars Pre-School Parnwell Open?

Stars Pre-School Parnwell is open: Monday 08:30-15:00, Tuesday 08:30-15:00, Wednesday 08:30-15:00, Thursday 08:30-15:00, Friday 08:30-15:00.

How many Children does Stars Pre-School Parnwell have capacity for?

Stars Pre-School Parnwell has capacity for a total of 52 Children.

How far is Stars Pre-School Parnwell to the centre of Peterborough?

2.1 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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