Contact Us for more information
Contact Us for more information
Growing Stars Preschool in Stewartby was founded in 2025. We look after children from 18months old to starting School.
We strive to create and outstanding, loving, caring atmosphere in a safe and friendly environment.
Manager's Name: Laura Sparkes
Deputy Manager: Jade Townsend
SENCO Lead: Sarah & Jade
Safeguarding Lead: Laura Sparkes
Address: Stewartby United Church, Park Crescent, Stewartby MK43 9NL
T: 07514 201152


Hi, Im Laura.
I have worked in childcare for many years and have held a variety of roles, including a Nanny, Higher Level TA, room lead, Nursery Manager. I have a real passion for supporting children during their early years journey.
I am also a mum of 2 and have 2 step chidlren which helps me understand the importance of creating. asafe, nurturing and inspiring environment where all children feel secure and valued. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and exploring new places. I am proud to lead our team at Growing Stars and look forward to working closely with our families.

Hello Im Jade.
I have worked in childcare for over 7years across all ages. In my spare time I enjoy baking, especially cakes and hoing out exploring with geocaches. I have recently moved to the area and have loved welcoming new families to the setting.
I enjoy watching and enriching each child development and getting to know their individual personalities. I love getting the know the children and making sure each child have the best opportunity to learn, grow and most importantly have fun.



Hi, My name is Sarah and I hold a level 2 qualification in Early Years. I joined Growing Stars after a career change and decided to progress with my childcare passion.
Children are naturally curious and full of imagination. Whether they are learning to read, creating artwork or simply asking questions about the world around them, they remind me how important it is to stay positive and open minded. I like being able to support them and help create a safe and happy environment where they feel valued.
Watching a child learn something for the first time, over a challenge or smile proudly after achieving a geal is incredibly meaningful. Those moment make it all worthwhile.
I have 3children of my own, we love exploring outdoors and love visiting new places.

I have been working in early years for over 19 years. I have a level 4 qualification with plenty of hands on experience. I love working with young children as everyday is different and they bring so much joy and laughter to everyone. It's also such a privilege to be a part of their learning and development journey, seeing how much they grow and change during their time in preschool. I have a forest school background and love the outdoors.
I live locally with my husband and five children. In my spare time I love baking and growing my own vegetables in the garden.
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I have 16years experience working with young children. Ive had various roles during that time, starting as a midday supervisor at the lower school where my daughters attended, to a TA, to breakfast and afterschool club assistant and Preschool Assistant.
I have lived in Stewartby for 28years with my husband, 2 daughters and step son. I love reading, sitting in the garden and going for coffee with friends.

After completing a degree in Psychology, I found a love for understanding child development and how their early years play a crucial park life. I am passionate about helping children learn through play, developing their skills while having fun.
I'm a very creative person, enjoying painting reading and drawing in my spare time so I like to bring my ideas to work so children can take home their own pieces of artwork.
I love getting to know all the children so that I'm able to cater to individual needs, supporting their journey through Preschool. Engaging with children and watching them grow is something I will always enjoy and I feel privileged to be apart of such a wonderful team.
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.
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:
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.
Growing Stars Pre-School Stewartby take children from the age of 18months.
Monday to Friday:
08:15 - 8.30 Early Drop Off
08:30 - 11:30 - AM Session
11:30 - 12:00 - Lunch Club
12:00 - 15:00 - PM Session
TERM TIME ONLY
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.bedford.gov.uk/kb5/bedford/directory/service.page?id=8ggyb2bSblU
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during normal business hours.
Open today | 08:30 – 15:00 |
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