Starfishes Group
Under two years - Encouraging communication, problem-solving and discovery during their first years
Building Relationships
Our dedicated Starfishes team works closely with families to build warm, trusting relationships. We are committed to creating a caring and supportive environment where every child feels safe, happy, and valued.
Personalised Care and Support
At our setting, we follow each child’s individual routine to ensure they receive the care and attention they need. This personalised approach helps every child feel secure, supported, and free to develop at their own pace in a happy and nurturing environment.
Qualified and Caring Team
All of our practitioners hold up-to-date paediatric first aid qualifications, so you can feel confident that your child is in safe hands at all times.
Adult-to-Child Ratio
We maintain a practitioner-to-child ratio of 1:3, allowing us to provide high-quality, focused care and build strong, meaningful relationships with each child.
Settling into Starfishes
We understand how important those first days are. When your child joins Starfishes, you’ll be invited to spend 30 minutes with us for a relaxed play session. This is a wonderful opportunity for your child to explore the space with you by their side, while their Key Person begins to get to know you, your child, and their individual routine.
If you prefer to begin the settling-in process at home, we’re also happy to offer home visits to help your child feel even more comfortable and secure.
A Typical Day in Starfishes
Each day in Starfishes is full of nurturing and engaging activities designed to support your child’s development. Children enjoy singing and rhymes, sensory play, bubbles, treasure baskets, and plenty of physical play both indoors and outdoors.
We also provide calm, cosy spaces with soft furnishings where little ones can snuggle up with a book, enjoy quiet moments, or play peekaboo!
Our sleep room
Sleep is essential to every part of your child’s healthy growth and development. It supports physical growth, emotional well-being, and helps the brain function at its best. During sleep, children’s bodies rest and repair, preparing them to be active, focused, and ready to learn each day. Ensuring your child gets enough quality sleep is one of the most important things you can do to support their overall health and success.
19 Stourcliffe Avenue
Southbourne
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH6 3PU
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