Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Paston Ridings, Peterborough PE4 7XG
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9.9 74 Reviews
  • Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings, Peterborough
Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings offers quality and reliable day care for children on both full time and sessional basis.

There is a team of qualified and experienced practitioners ready to welcome all children and their families to the new setting. The nursery is based in Paston, Peterborough, and is easily accessible by car and public transport. The team are able to cater for children aged between 2 and 5, and the nursery will be open from 8:30am to 3:30pm during term times.

Please get in touch with the team to find out more about the newest Pre-School.

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Care Provided by Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

  • Type of Service
  • Nursery School – Privately Owned
  • Open term time
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Diane Simmons (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 4
  • Total Places for Children
  • 30
  • Age Range
    • from 2 years 0 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:30-15:30
    Tuesday 08:30-15:30
    Wednesday 08:30-15:30
    Thursday 08:30-15:30
    Friday 08:30-15:30
  • When Closed
  • School Holidays

Funding & Fees Guide for Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

  • Funded spaces for 2-4 year olds.
    08:30-11:30,
    08:30-15:30,
    12:30-15:30

Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings Reviews (74)

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Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.887) out of 10, based on 51 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings has 74 reviews.

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Review from K B (Guardian of Child) published on 14 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing environment my child loves going here and has made amazing progress in his developments. Staff are always available to answer any questions, always friendly and reliable. All staff go above and beyond for all the children.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much, the team love reading the reviews. Each one makes us smile.


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Review from Mustafa A (Brother of Child) published on 14 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would like to express my sincere gratitude and appreciation to the administration and teachers for their incredible efforts in providing a supportive and inspiring learning environment thanks to your dedication and care. Your commitment to nurturing a creative and successful generation is truly commendable.
Wishing you continued success and excellence.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much, We strive everyday to ensure the children have the best experiences at setting. We all love reading the reviews.


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Review from K O (Mother of Child) published on 13 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Excellent preschool my son loves it, staff members are all lovely and very friendly. Lots of different activities every day. Safeguarding is better than any other preschool I've experienced. I've had no problems or bad experiences, overall an excellent preschool

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Reading such kind words really do make us smile. We really appreciate it. Thank you


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Review from M R (Mother of Child) published on 12 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Amazing nursery, my little girl has come on in leaps and bounds since joining. I highly recommend the nursery.
All the girls are amazing and really care for the children!
If you have any concerns and questions they are happy to help and support you and your child.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much for you kind words. We love reading them and appreciate them all


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Review from A V (Mother of Child) published on 3 March 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The staff at stars are very friendly and inviting, always there if I have any questions. My daughter loves it so much its the only days shes up early asking if its time to go yet. Shes making friends and always talking about staff, they are really good with her
Definitely glad I made the decision
to send my daughter there.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much, we love having her here. She is so funny and makes us smile each day.


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Review from A A (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Very good environment, friendly teachers and managers, beautiful smiles with the teachers when welcoming their students, very polite when discussing with the parents. I am so happy my son is attending the school.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much for your kind words, we really appreciate it. Your little one really likes all areas to explore.


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Review from Sabbah B (Mother of Child) published on 14 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son has just started this month. We are loving it here. He really enjoys coming. Thank you to everyone who's helping him. Management really made us feel welcome and are very helpful. I love listening to the different nursery rhymes he sings before bedtime.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Reading how happy your little one is makes us smile. Thank you so much for your kind words.


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Review from Raitis E (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Absolutely happy with everything. It's not only a nursery for kids, it's also good for parents. I'm always welcome to speak to staff about how to do things better. Have two kids that go there. The arey always happy. And tells me how much time they spend with their teacher and how helpful they are.
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Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much your review means so much to the team.


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Review from I T (Father of Child) published on 14 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This school is exemplary, with excellent staff members. My son enjoys it immensely and is well-treated. Initially, I was apprehensive due to the nature of my son's first school, but due to the excellent teachers within a short period, my son was already captivated by the school.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much, she has settled so well and explores all activities, she is a pleasure to have in the setting.


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Review from R M (Uncle of Child) published on 14 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My niece has been going to nursery for over a year now and she has had such a good time there the staff have helped her grow and learn she has a good bond with the staff there she has made good friends with the other kids there too.
I like that you get a daily note on the activities and learning they
are going to do with the kids as it helps you understand what your kid has been doing in the day there.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much, she has settled so well and explores all activities, she is a pleasure to have in the setting.


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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 13 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I have sent my child here and she is really enjoying it. Any issues I am told straight away and it's sorted straight away. No problems so far.
She has learnt so much already and she's only been there a month. Members of staff are really friendly and welcoming.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you for your review, your little one has settled well and we are enjoying watching her learn and grow each day.


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Review from D G (Mother of Child) published on 11 February 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I just want to say how happy I am with the school. The teachers are brilliant, so dedicated, patient, and supportive. My daughter loves going to school every day, and I can see how much she is learning and growing. The environment is warm and welcoming, and I truly appreciate all the effort that goes
into making it such a great place for the children. Thank you for all your hard work!

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much, your words mean so much to us. We enjoy watching your little one grow and learn.


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Review from V S (Mother of Child) published on 8 January 2025
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My son started in November and the staff have been so good with helping him settle in they are focusing on what he needs help with e.g. his speech. They are there for support and all in all very lovely and caring to the children which I think is amazing.
They make sure to keep us updated with what
they have been doing and what is upcoming.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate them.


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Review from Alena C (Mother of Child) published on 19 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter started attending Stars Nursery only a few weeks ago because she was struggling at her previous nursery. I am absolutely delighted with the service she receives. After just a few days, I could see a noticeable change in her. She is happier and more confident about attending her new nursery.
Additionally, she has become more confident and brave when playing with other children.
The staff at the nursery are very professional and incredibly helpful. Her key worker is always available whenever she needs support. The manager and the rest of the staff are also very helpful and professional.
I am completely satisfied with the service the nursery provides, as well as with the dedication of all the staff working there.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

This is so lovely to read, watching your daughter grow and develop each day is a pleasure. Thank you for choosing stars preschool.


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Review from S R (Mother of Child) published on 16 December 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My child absolutely loves preschool, he actually gets upset if he's not going in.
His teachers are so friendly and made him feel comfortable from the enrolment.
They have helped with his speech tremendously, and the setting is wonderful.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much for your kind words. We love watching your son learn each day and see his personality shine


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Review from Kathleen P (Mother of Child) published on 19 November 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It's taken a while for my little boy to settle but we've had a week of no crying at drop-off time. He has made a lovely bond with one individual and it's so comforting to know that when I'm not there this lady can comfort him and give him the reassurance he needs. All the ladies are lovely and welcoming
to all the children.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much for your kind words. This means so much to us all. We love having your little one here. He has made so much progress.


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Review from P A (Mother of Child) published on 5 August 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little one had only been at the preschool for a short of 8 months, he enjoyed coming home and telling me everything that he has been doing at preschool and what he has learnt.
He loved coming home telling us about his friends and about his teachers, always happy to talk about them.
He loved going
on walks with the preschool around the local community.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much for your kind words, we have enjoyed watching your little one grow and learn.


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Review from N N (Mother of Child) published on 28 June 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I am really happy about the teachers the way they are taking care of children, the way they try by all means to make kids enjoy all the activities they will be doing. I'm really happy, thumbs up to all the teachers out there. My child is not an English speaker though he enjoys being there and also now
he is able to say a few words in English and he seems to enjoy being at school as he wants to go to school almost every day.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much for you lovely words, we are seeing so much progress with your little one already. It's a pleasure to watch him learn each day.


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Review from K B (Father of Child) published on 20 May 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My daughter started recently and she has been a little hesitant due to being with a parent every day, the staff went out of there way to assist in the transition for her and one member of staff came to the door each day to collect her, this was not needed but in my words this is going above and beyond
to make sure the children are happy throughout the day but also in that hard morning transition.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Deputy Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you for your kind words, we love having her with us. She gives the best hugs bless her.


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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 30 April 2024
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

It’s been great so far! My toddler loves it very much! I just wish there were more hours available. My child loves the teachers, loves the school and the kids! It’s been lovely, everybody doing a great job.

Reply from Diane Simmons, Manager at Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

Thank you so much, we love this, it means so much. We cannot wait to watch your little one grow and learn with us.


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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.887)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.887) out of 10 for Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings 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 51 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 51 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 4.887 for Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings is calculated as follows: ( (536 Excellents x 5) + (49 Goods x 4) + (9 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 594 Ratings = 4.887

  • 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 Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings is based on 51 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 30 number of registered child places is 6, which has been reached with 51 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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Diane

Diane Simmons

Job Title: Manager

Joined: 2017

I started my career in childcare over 20 years ago and joined the Stars Day Nurseries team in 2017. I am level 3 qualified and the safeguarding lead for my nursery. In the future, I will be study for my level 4 qualification. I have been managing Paston Ridings Pre-School since 2022 and absolutely love to see the children thrive in their development and love supporting my family.


Frequently Asked Questions about Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings

What is the Age Range of Children that Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings accepts?

Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings accepts Children aged from 2 years 0 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings Open?

Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings is open: Monday 08:30-15:30, Tuesday 08:30-15:30, Wednesday 08:30-15:30, Thursday 08:30-15:30, Friday 08:30-15:30.

How many Children does Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings have capacity for?

Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings has capacity for a total of 30 Children.

How far is Stars Pre-School Paston Ridings to the centre of Peterborough?

2.3 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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