Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Paston Ridings, Peterborough PE4 7XG
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9.9 79 Reviews
  • Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings, Peterborough
Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings offers quality and reliable day care for children on both full time and sessional basis.

There is a team of qualified and experienced practitioners ready to welcome all children and their families to the new setting. The nursery is based in Paston, Peterborough, and is easily accessible by car and public transport. The team are able to cater for children aged between 2 and 5, and the nursery will be open from 8:30am to 3:30pm during term times.

Please get in touch with the team to find out more about the newest Pre-School.
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Type of Service

  • Nursery School
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Diane Simmons (Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 4

Total Places for Children

  • 30

Age Range

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

Funding & Fees

  • We offer funded places from 2 years old

  • 30 places available
    Funded spaces for 2-4 year olds
    08:30-11:30
    08:30-15:30
    12:30-15:30

Opening 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

Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings Reviews (79)

9.9

Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.946) out of 10, based on 32 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings has 79 reviews.

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Review from Kathleen P (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It's taken a while for my little boy to settle but we've had a week of no crying at drop-off time. He has made a lovely bond with one individual and it's so comforting to know that when I'm not there this lady can comfort him and give him the reassurance he needs. All the ladies are lovely and welcoming
to all the children.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words. This means so much to us all. We love having your little one here. He has made so much progress.
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Review from P A (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little one had only been at the preschool for a short of 8 months, he enjoyed coming home and telling me everything that he has been doing at preschool and what he has learnt.
He loved coming home telling us about his friends and about his teachers, always happy to talk about them.
He loved going
on walks with the preschool around the local community.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words, we have enjoyed watching your little one grow and learn.
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Review from N N (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I am really happy about the teachers the way they are taking care of children, the way they try by all means to make kids enjoy all the activities they will be doing. I'm really happy, thumbs up to all the teachers out there. My child is not an English speaker though he enjoys being there and also now
he is able to say a few words in English and he seems to enjoy being at school as he wants to go to school almost every day.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for you lovely words, we are seeing so much progress with your little one already. It's a pleasure to watch him learn each day.
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Review from K B (Father of Child) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter started recently and she has been a little hesitant due to being with a parent every day, the staff went out of there way to assist in the transition for her and one member of staff came to the door each day to collect her, this was not needed but in my words this is going above and beyond
to make sure the children are happy throughout the day but also in that hard morning transition.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you for your kind words, we love having her with us. She gives the best hugs bless her.
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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It’s been great so far! My toddler loves it very much! I just wish there were more hours available. My child loves the teachers, loves the school and the kids! It’s been lovely, everybody doing a great job.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much, we love this, it means so much. We cannot wait to watch your little one grow and learn with us.
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Review from A C (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter is happy when she goes to kindergarten, that means she likes it there. I'm happy with the activities they do. The teachers team are very friendly, all the time they speak very nicely and at the end of the day they explain everything regarding my daughter's program.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words, we love having your little one with us at preschool.
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Review from C S (Sister of Child) published on 28 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little brother is doing really well at this preschool. He has good and bad days but they’re understanding his difficulties well. I am happy to say that this is the best preschool that any of my siblings have been to.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are enjoying watching him grow each day
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Review from Ashley P (Father of Child) published on 14 March 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff are always very friendly and have great communication skills. They are very clear and give a detailed breakdown of my child's time with them. They have gone above and beyond to ensure my child could keep attending while she was dealing with a health issue. Highly recommend.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
This is amazing, thank you so much, we will miss her so much when she goes to big school. From all the team at Paston.
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Review from Shannon S (Mother of Child) published on 2 February 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
She is amazing with my son. He struggles leaving me but she manages to calm him down so well that he actually enjoys to play with other kids and comes out so happily, it's amazing to see I love it so much.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much. We love reading these and we are loving having you here.
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Review from Safina F (Mother of Child) published on 30 January 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son started at the beginning of January, and he was very attached to me, so I was worried he would not settle, but this bunch of lovely ladies managed to settle him in fantastically. The staff are so helpful, and I feel safe leaving my child in their care. His keyworker has been so amazing; she has
gone the extra mile for my son, so he's happy and makes me feel less anxious. Letting me know about his day; things they did; what he ate etc, really helps. I couldn’t be happier - thank you girls. Lovely setting with lots of variety for all ages, lots to do and a lovely outside area.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words; we love reading these. We are so pleased you chose our setting to look after your little one.
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Review from Corey M (Mother of Child) published on 11 December 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The support with my son and everything to do with appointments and additional and last minute care and changes with our other son has been amazing and very wonderful and helpful.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you for your kind words; I will pass this on to the team.
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Review from D G (Mother of Child) published on 5 December 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Such a brilliant setting, I looked around so many different places and I knew this was the one it’s so welcoming, clean and beautifully set out for the children. I would really recommend, my little one loves going and every time it is his day to go he jumps up and wants to leave the house before it’s
time and always goes on about his teachers there, just beautiful and nice people.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we really love reading them. Will pass on your kind words.
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Review from Marcin G (Father of Child) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
I am happy to choose this nursery. My child is happy to attend every day.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your review. We love love having him here.
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Review from Mitchell M (Father of Child) published on 14 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The pre-school has made my son enjoy coming to pre-school, they have helped settle him and and has bonded good relationships with the staff already. He enjoys coming home to tell us about what he has done during the day. Thank you for everything so far to help settle him and make his days more exciting
and enjoyable.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words. He has settled so well and we are loving having him.
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Review from Adama M (Mother of Child) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are very friendly and they are very welcoming. They are really taking care of the kids. The personal care is really appreciated. The kids always are very clean. The kids always tell us the activities they had in school and that makes us very happy as parents. When we went to collect our kids,
we always found them in a welcoming way with the staff.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you for your kind words. We really appreciate them and love watching your little one grow each day.
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Review from B O (Father of Child) published on 1 November 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
It has been good so far. Cheerful staff receiving kids in a safe environment. I feel comfortable leaving my child here. Good management that listens.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you for your kind words, we are enjoying watching your child learn and grow each day.
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Review from Belisa C (Mother of Child) published on 31 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
This is my son's first year at this school, but I'm having a good experience, and I'm enjoying.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate them.
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Review from A M (Mother of Child) published on 26 October 2023 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings is a really good nursery. My child really enjoys attending the nursery because there are a lot of fun activities to do, and he gets to play with his friends. The teachers are very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this nursery to someone else.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Thank you so much for your kind words; we really appreciate it.
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Review from S F (Mother of Child) published on 6 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Brilliant staff, kind, friendly and professional, both ladies have been a great emotional support to myself and my family when my son struggles to part with us on his days at nursery. I feel confident leaving my children in this setting without me and know they will be looked after and nurtured as they
are at home. Well done ladies keep up the good work!
Reply from Kayleigh Edwards, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Aww, what a lovely review! we are enjoying having your little ones here and watching them grow and develop.
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Review from J T (Mother of Child) published on 4 October 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
So happy with the care my son receives at this nursery, without fail always leaves with a dry nappy. He loves the ladies there. I cannot fault them with the love and care they give my little one. I feel at ease leaving him there, even when he does get upset. 100% recommend Stars Nursery Paston.
Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings
Awww, thank you so much for your words. We are loving having him here.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.946)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.946) out of 10 for Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings 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 32 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 32 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 4.946 for Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings is calculated as follows: ( (353 Excellents x 5) + (18 Goods x 4) + (1 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 372 Ratings = 4.946
  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 Paston Ridings is based on 32 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 30 number of registered child places is 6, which has been reached with 32 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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Diane

Diane Simmons

Job Title: Manager Joined: 2017

I started my career in childcare over 20 years ago and joined the Stars Day Nurseries team in 2017. I am level 3 qualified and the safeguarding lead for my nursery. In the future, I will be study for my level 4 qualification. I have been managing Paston Ridings Pre-School since 2022 and absolutely love to see the children thrive in their development and love supporting my family.

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