Bright Stars Childcare

Kilindini, Brook Street, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 1ES
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9.9 26 Reviews
  • Bright Stars Childcare, Sutton-in-Ashfield
Bright Stars Childcare is an experienced service that has earned a high level of respect from local parents, adhering to professional standards, employing qualified and skilled staff and adhering to family-run qualities.

The aim is to encourage the learning potential of each child, supporting all key areas of development, including intellectual, physical and social, with the advantage of equipped and secure indoor and outdoor areas for children to enjoy and be creative within.

The team value their Ofsted rating and are committed to keeping standards high over the long-term, understanding the importance of looking at each child as an individual.

The nursery has been extensively re-developed over the last 2 years to create high class facilities, using calm and inviting interiors with a truly homely and welcoming feel using soft furnishings and cosy corners.

The Nursery comprises of a baby room, toddler room and a pre-school room, with wrap around care facilities for school age children. Also there is a wonderful outdoor play area set in a third of an acre which is tree lines with Mature Lime Oak Trees.

Care Provided by Bright Stars Childcare

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Joanne Bramwell (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 16
  • Total Places for Children
  • 40
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:30-17:30
    Tuesday 07:30-17:30
    Wednesday 07:30-17:30
    Thursday 07:30-17:30
    Friday 07:30-17:30
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Bright Stars Childcare

  • £53.00 per day
    £240.00 week


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9.9

Bright Stars Childcare has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10, based on 11 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Bright Stars Childcare has 26 reviews.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are delighted that our daughter has a place at Bright Stars. The nursery was highly recommend by a good friend. Our daughter often greets staff by putting her arms out, which makes us feel confident that the staff are doing their job right, as she wants to be there. She can't wait to start playing
when she arrives each day and begin joining in with the daily activities. She seems to enjoy all the different varieties of food that she is given.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am very happy with my daughter's time at the nursery so far. She enjoys her time here and gets so excited and can't wait to go.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our daughter really enjoys her time at nursery. The staff are brilliant with her, so kind and caring. I would thoroughly recommend to others.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

I would recommend to friends and family.

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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

When I first visited Bright Stars I knew there and then it was the nursery I wanted my daughter to attend. I love how homely it feels and the staff are so experienced. My daughter loves it here and there is no where else I would want to her to go. The facilities are amazing, indoor and out! I would
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our little girl started at Bright Stars almost a year ago and we have been impressed by all areas. The staff are wonderful, taking account of the personal interest of our child. My daughter's key worker is a credit to the establishment. She is always keeping us well informed about our daughter's progress
and what she has been up to. The Bright Stars setting is what we all love about the nursery, it is a home from home. I would thoroughly recommend to anyone.

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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.947)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.947) out of 10 for Bright Stars Childcare is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  • a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 11 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 11 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:

  • a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.

    The Average Rating of 4.947 for Bright Stars Childcare is calculated as follows: ( (125 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 132 Ratings = 4.947

  • b) 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 Bright Stars Childcare is based on 11 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    • i) 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

    • ii) 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 40 number of registered child places is 8, which has been reached with 11 Positive reviews. Points = 1

  • When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.

  • 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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Awards / Recognitions (5)

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2023

Recipient: Storal

Date: Friday 28 Apr 2023 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2022

Recipient: Storal

Date: Friday 29 Apr 2022 More details

Top 20 Large Nursery Groups 2020

Recipient: Storal

Date: Tuesday 31 Mar 2020 More details

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Meet the Team (1)

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Joanne Bramwell

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2022

Hello and welcome to Bright Stars situated in Sutton-in-Ashfield.


At Bright Stars, we know that children flourish in warm, nurturing environments that feel like home. Our wonderful nursery school features thoughtfully designed spaces that inspire curiosity and awe throughout their story with us.


We prioritise communication with our families and take pride in building a strong partnership with you. We’ll keep you updated and involved in your child’s journey, ensuring you feel connected every step of the way.


Our passion is to inspire a lifelong love of learning, empowering our children to grow into confident, compassionate, and capable individuals and we truly value the important role you play in this.


If you’re excited to embark on this wonderful adventure with us, we’d love to meet you. Reach out today to schedule your nursery visit.