Business Details
13 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare and Early Education in London
Established in June 2013, Little Stars N16 has been providing high-quality childcare and early education in Stoke Newington, London. Our team of experienced educators, qualified to Level 3 and above, is dedicated to fostering academic achievement, social development, and emotional well-being in children aged 7 months and older. We prioritise individualised attention, ensuring each child receives tailored care and support to reach their full potential. Our nursery received a 'Good' Ofsted rating in May 2024, reflecting our commitment to excellence. We offer a secure, nurturing environment equipped with resources designed to stimulate physical, cognitive, and creative growth.Our flexible approach accommodates funded hours, ad-hoc sessions, and structured routines, adapting to the needs of both children and families. We maintain transparency in operations, with clear policies on fees, registration, and safeguarding. Our staff hold key roles such as SENCO, First Aider, and Safeguarding Lead, ensuring comprehensive care. We strive to build strong partnerships with parents, fostering a collaborative approach to early childhood development. With a focus on resilience, independence, and confidence, we aim to create a foundation for lifelong learning. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures we remain a trusted choice for families in London.
Services
Childcare for 7 months+
Early Years Education
Funded Hours Programme
Ad-hoc Sessions
Settling-in Period
Safeguarding Support
Special Educational Needs
Flexible Payment Plans
Parent Partnerships
Developmental Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We have a team of qualified educators with Level 3 and above certifications.
- Our nursery received a 'Good' Ofsted rating in May 2024.
- We offer individualised care tailored to each child's developmental needs.
- Flexible payment options include bank transfer, standing order, and tax-free schemes.
- Our staff hold specialist roles including SENCO and Safeguarding Lead.
Associations and certifications
- Ofsted
Services
Childcare for 7 months+
We provide tailored childcare for infants aged 7 months and older, focusing on safe, nurturing environments that support early developmental milestones through structured play and individualised attention.
Early Years Education
Our curriculum promotes academic, social, and emotional growth through engaging activities designed to build confidence, resilience, and foundational skills for future educational success.
Funded Hours Programme
Eligible families can access 15-hour or 30-hour funded childcare packages, with fees adjusted based on session requirements and government guidelines.
Ad-hoc Sessions
Subject to availability, ad-hoc full-day sessions are available at 105 per day, offering temporary care solutions for unexpected needs.
Settling-in Period
We include a settling-in period to help children adapt comfortably, with fees applicable from the start date specified on the registration form.
People
Katarzyna Ziemba
Company Director
Katarzyna oversees nursery operations, safeguarding, and special educational needs coordination. She ensures compliance with regulatory standards and leads staff training initiatives.
Tiffanie Fairman
Nursery Manager
Tiffanie manages daily nursery activities, supports child development programmes, and coordinates safeguarding protocols alongside her role as Key Worker.
Michaela Witter
Deputy Manager
Michaela assists in nursery leadership, implements fire safety measures, and provides first aid support while serving as a Key Worker.
Sasha Haswell
Early Years Educator
Sasha delivers hands-on childcare, focusing on developmental activities and safeguarding practices as part of our dedicated educational team.
Questions
How do I register my child for a nursery place?
Complete our online registration form after your child's birth, providing their name and date of birth. The nursery manager will arrange visits upon receiving the form.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept bank transfers, standing orders, and Child Tax-Free schemes for monthly fees. A non-refundable registration fee of £75 applies when a place is confirmed.
Are there additional charges for late collection?
Yes, late collection incurs a charge of £5 for the first 5 minutes and £5 per minute thereafter.
Do you offer funded childcare hours?
Yes, we provide 15-hour and 30-hour funded programmes for eligible children, with fees adjusted accordingly.
What is your cancellation policy?
Six weeks' notice is required to cancel your child's place. Payment is due for all sessions used, and deposits are non-refundable if the place is declined.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff are qualified to Level 3 and above, with specialist training in areas such as SENCO, first aid, and safeguarding.
Reviews (6)
Rey Akyildiz-Gladstone
Jul 17, 2021
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Kate and the team are the BEST. Little Stars is the greatest place and my little girl couldn't be happier going there. Every day she goes in and leaves with a smile. Everyone who works there is friendly, kind, caring, understanding and so dedicated. All of the kids are happy and the vibe is exactly what you'd wish for a nursery. The food, activities, atmosphere and everything in between are spot on. We couldn't be happier. Thank you for creating such a wonderful space, we love Little Stars! XX
Gemma Murray
Jul 21, 2020
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My son attended this nursery for a little under 2 years. I can honestly say that Kate and her amazing team go out of their way to be helpful, have great communication, and do their best to make the children feel safe and have great fun, in the lovely nursery setting. They are always discussing new and fun topics and the nursery is regularly decorated to match each theme/topic. I don't know how they do it, but they do it extremely well and I would recommend Little Stars to anyone looking for a place for their young child ones.
Steve Craig
Jan 08, 2020
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A lovely small nursery with a dedicated team and happy children. They organise a variety of excellent excursions regularly. Being a small nursery, it is very friendly and warm. Our little one gets excellent care and is so happy to be dropped off.
Laura Williams
Oct 26, 2019
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My little ones have both attended this nursery and have truly thrived in it. The manager does her best to socialise the children both in the nursery and out by organising cool trips, that parents are also able to attend. All the staff here are great and my children truly love attending. Definitely deserves 5 stars! Well done Little Stars.
Sabrina Talma
Sep 22, 2019
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This is a wonderful little nursery. Our daughter had a poor experience in her previous one and we're so happy we moved her here. The staff are genuinely really invested in the children being happy and engaged and make a big effort to take them out regularly and vary activities.
Camille Lorigo
Jul 17, 2019
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Our daughter has been here for a year and she is so happy - and so are we. We put her into Little Stars after finding the nursery that suited her as a baby was too big and chaotic for her as a toddler. She has thrived in the family-like atmosphere of Little Stars and is really attached to the other children and team. The activities are always imaginative and varied, there are field trips, messy play, frequent excursions to nearby parks... highly recommended, we couldn't ask for more genuine care and enthusiasm.
