Little Stars Early Years

We offer ‘30 hours childcare for working parents’.

We are a pre-school setting in Willington, offering fun and educational sessions that support children in developing the skills they need to make the most of their early years education, and to prepare them for nursery or school.

Our sessions are semi-structured with children involved in short group sessions at the beginning and end of each session. These group activities are linked to the Early Years Foundation Curriculum.

All children are treated as individuals. Activities are planned to reflect the interests and needs of the children at the setting to ensure they are making the best progress possible across all areas of the curriculum.

There is an outdoor area which is used every day to enhance the provision and offer a broader range of activities.
 
We offer free 15 hours provision for 2 year olds (subject to eligibility) through the Free Play and Learn for 2 year olds scheme. We also offer nursery provision of 15 hours per week for children aged 3 and 4 years. Parents are also able to pay for individual sessions.

We offer 30 hours in the form of Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.00pm, during term time only for those families who are eligible. Please contact us for more information. Our waiting list is now open.

To find out more about help with childcare costs please visit www.durham.gov.uk/childcarecosts

When is it on?

Time of day
Morning
Afternoon
Session information
Monday to Friday 8.00am - 3.00pm
Morning session: 8.00am - 12 noon
Afternoon session: 12 noon - 3.00pm
Full day session: 8.00am - 3.00pm

Who to contact

Contact name
Kate Luther
Contact position
Manager/Chief Executive
Telephone
07582 981 770
E-mail
hello@littlestarsearlyyears.co.uk

Where to go

Name
Willington Family Hub
Address
Chapel Street
Willington
County Durham
Postcode
DL15 0EQ

Other details

Age range
2 - 5 years

Availability

Childcare availability
Term time
Free 3/4 yr places
Yes
Free 2 yr places
Yes
Will be providing 30 hours
Yes

Vacancy details

Immediate vacancies?
Yes
Other information
Our waiting list is currently open. (Updated 5 February 2024)

Other details

School drop off/collection
Last Ofsted inspection grade
Good
Ofsted report
View the latest Ofsted inspection report

Local Offer

Local Offer description

Our facility is wheelchair accessible, with access to disabled toilets. Staff have SEND training and we are keen to meet the needs of all children in their care. 

Staff are undertaking ongoing sign language training and have undertaken portage and PECS training.

Contact name
Kate Luther
Contact telephone
07582 981 770
Contact email
hello@littlestarsearlyyears.co.uk

How does the early year's provision identify and assess children with special educational needs and disabilities?

How does the early year's provision identify and assess children with special educational needs and disabilities?

Staff assess the development of children through observations and spending time playing with the children. Any identified needs or concerns will be discussed with the parents at the earliest opportunity. As we are based within the Children's Centre staff have direct access to family workers and health visitors who can provide additional support, advice and guidance to families. 

Individual support plans are developed where necessary.

How will the curriculum be matched to meet children's developmental needs?

How will the curriculum be matched to meet children's developmental needs?

All children are treated as individuals with activities planned to meet their needs. Staff track children's progress carefully and will be careful to ensure activities are accessible and developmentally appropriate for all children. 

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by the early years setting?

What specialist services and expertise are available at or accessed by the early years setting?

We have direct access to health visitors and family workers. We also have good links with the Special Needs team at County Hall who can provide support and guidance to ensure we best meet the needs of the child and their family. We also have access to the One Point sensory room. 

What training have the staff supporting children with SEND had, or are having?

What training have the staff supporting children with SEND had, or are having?

Staff attend relevant training courses to help support children in the setting. They have had some basic support linked to sign language for those with communication issues. Staff are keen to develop skills and knowledge on a range of issues. 

How accessible is the early years setting environment? (indoors/outdoors)

How accessible is the early years setting environment? (indoors/outdoors)

Our setting is fully accessible for those with disabilities both indoors and out. There is disabled parking on site as well as disabled toilets within the centre.  

How will the early years provision prepare and support my child(ren's) transition to their next educational establishment?

How will the early years provision prepare and support my child(ren's) transition to their next educational establishment?

We have good links with local primary schools and work closely with them to arrange children to meet their new teachers. 

Staff from all local schools are welcome to, and will be encouraged to, visit us to meet children prior to their move to their new setting. We will provide all assessment information to the new setting and give detailed verbal feedback in relation to each child's progress and developmental level. 

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Address: Chapel Street  Willington  County Durham

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