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GROWING STARS Nursery - WHERE LEARNING COMES FIRST

Welcome to Growing Stars Nursery - Cranfield

Growing Stars Nursery in Cranfield was founded in 2026.  We look after children from 9months old through to starting School.  


We strive to create and outstanding, loving, caring atmosphere in a safe and friendly environment.


Manager's Name: Angie 

Deputy Manager: April 

SENCO Lead: April

Safeguarding Lead: Angie & April 


Address: Part Building 20, Cranfield University, College Rd, Cranfield,  MK43 0AL


T: 07450 095061

E: growingstarspreschool@outlook.com 

Children's play area with dolls, a dollhouse, and a world map rug.

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    Meet the team

    Angie - Manager

    April - Deputy Manager

    April - Deputy Manager

    My name is Angie.
    I am a qualified childcare professional with over 20 years of experience caring for children aged 3 months to 5 years. I hold a BTEC National Diploma in Early Years and Level 4 and 5 qualifications in Childcare and Education. I am passionate about helping children learn with confidence and joy in a nurturing environment.

    My name is Angie.
    I am a qualified childcare professional with over 20 years of experience caring for children aged 3 months to 5 years. I hold a BTEC National Diploma in Early Years and Level 4 and 5 qualifications in Childcare and Education. I am passionate about helping children learn with confidence and joy in a nurturing environment. As a mum of two, I bring both professional and personal insight to my role. Outside of work, I enjoy baking and running. 

    April - Deputy Manager

    April - Deputy Manager

    April - Deputy Manager

    My name is April, I’ve worked in childcare for 12 years with children across a wide range of ages. I have extensive experience supporting children with SEND and love creating inclusive, nurturing environments. I really enjoy messy play and getting stuck into hands-on activities, and I’m excited to be part of building up a new nursery and helping it grow. 

    Jane - Room Lead

    April - Deputy Manager

    Jane - Room Lead

    I have always had a passion for childcare and after having my own two wonderful boys, I am now lucky enough to work in the childcare sector. I aim to give all children a warm, welcoming, enriching experience with an excitement to return the next day to have more adventures,  fun and memories. I strive to give all children the love, care a

    I have always had a passion for childcare and after having my own two wonderful boys, I am now lucky enough to work in the childcare sector. I aim to give all children a warm, welcoming, enriching experience with an excitement to return the next day to have more adventures,  fun and memories. I strive to give all children the love, care and support to achieve their personal milestones and cheer them along every step of the way. I understand the importance of these early years and creating opportunities to support their learning and development. As the room leader for under 2s, myself and our wonderful team will work with dedication to guide each child through their earliest days and give them the fundamental skills to thrive as they grow. 

    Nothing gives me more happiness than seeing the smiles and hearing the laughter of the children as we explore messy play, pretend to be animals and roar, clap, sing and dance our way through the day. 

    Shona

    April - Deputy Manager

    Jane - Room Lead

    A little bit about me.... Hi I am Shona! I'm very excited to get to know your children and help nurture and ready them for the next stages of their education, I also aim to bring fun and laughter to their time here at Growing Stars. I have two children of my own. I enjoy spending time with my family and 2 furry children. I like to travel 

    A little bit about me.... Hi I am Shona! I'm very excited to get to know your children and help nurture and ready them for the next stages of their education, I also aim to bring fun and laughter to their time here at Growing Stars. I have two children of my own. I enjoy spending time with my family and 2 furry children. I like to travel and enjoy learning about different cultures. I enjoy learning about the world we live in and our environment.

    Tammi

    Tammi

    Tammi

    Becky

    Tammi

    Tammi

    Hello, Im Becky, Im a bubbly and happy parent of a 3 year year old.  Having previously worked a teaching assistant, Ive always loved supporting young children. as they they learn and grow.  I heav truly loved getting to know each of the children here at Cranfield and watching their unique and individual personalities shine.  Im so excited to be part of this wonderful Preschool.  

    Admin

    Funding

    Funding

    Growing Stars Pre-School charges a £20 admin fee on your registration being accepted; this includes a  printed logo polo shirt.  We ask for a £100 deposit to hold your days and sessions required; this will be taken from your last month's invoice.  


     We charge 50p per session which goes towards snack, staff expenses of travel to shops, sensory play, cleaning, PPE, wipes and PHS waste disposal.  


     An additional fee may apply to cover Forest Schools and other additional activities we may offer. 


    For more information please see our charging policy relavent to setting.  

    Funding

    Funding

    Funding

    We accept the 30hours working parent entitlement funding and this can applied for via the government website, this is available for application from when your child turns 9months old.


    See for more details: 

    https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/childcare-early-years-education/15-and-30-hours-support/working-families/


    All 3year olds are entitled to 15hrs funding following the term of their 3rd birthday.  


    You can also be eligible for 2year funding, please see the Bedford Borough Council website for more information.  


    https://www.bedford.gov.uk/schools-education-and-childcare/early-years-and-childcare/help-childcare-costs/funded-2-year-olds


    Growing Stars Nursery take children from the age of 9months.

    Session Times

    Special Education Needs and/ or Disabilities (SEND Support)

    Special Education Needs and/ or Disabilities (SEND Support)

    Monday to Friday:

    7.30-09.00-  Breakfast Club

    09.00 - 12.00 - AM Session

    12.00-15.00 - PM Session

    15.00-16.00 - After School Club

    16.00-17.30 - Late Collection


    TERM TIME ONLY

    Special Education Needs and/ or Disabilities (SEND Support)

    Special Education Needs and/ or Disabilities (SEND Support)

    Special Education Needs and/ or Disabilities (SEND Support)

    At Growing Stars Pre-School, our inclusive settings offer families with SEND a range of options to meet their specific support needs. We always try to find a way to engage and support children and families as best we can. Children with SEND are supported by all pre-school  staff, external professionals and agencies. 

    All children in our provisions have individual planning and documentation that reflects their personal interests and curiosities. Children with SEND also have a need specific action plan, which uses a small step approach to support their learning. This is reviewed on a regular basis with parents. We also create a 'one page profile' for each SEND child. This gives all staff and external colleagues vital information about the child, improving their understanding of the child's unique needs, helping to ensure high well-being.


    For more information on support available please follow the below link. 


    https://localoffer.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/kb5/centralbedfordshire/directory/home.page

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    We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.

    Growing Stars Pre-School

    College Road, Cranfield, Bedford MK43 0AL, UK

    07450 095061

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    07:30 – 17:30

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