Bright Stars Pre-School

07/09/2026

Good luck to all of our Bright Stars who begin their primary school journey this week!
It only feels like yesterday that we were welcoming you all and helping you to settle with us. There have been so many precious memories along the way and we hold them close to our hearts. You will always hold a special place in our Bright Stars family.
This week marks the start of a new adventure for you all and we hope that you walk through those school gates excited, brave and ready to shine! 🩵🌟

02/09/2026

28/08/2026

06/08/2026

This Saturday. Come down let the kids have unlimited bounce on the inflatable while you sit and have a drink. 1-4. Bbq and Dj.

03/08/2026

After a very good 1st camp ⚽️

The 2nd camp Will take place on:-
Monday 17th & Tuesday 18th August at Love Lane, Ongar
Please see flyer below or view the event Summer Soccer School Boys & Girls Ages 4-13

17/07/2026

This week marked the end of their pre-school journey for 21 of our children. Although it feels sad to say goodbye, we are privileged to have part of their early years education.
To our parents and carers: thank you for your trust, support and partnership throughout your children’s time with us. Your encouragement at home and your involvement in our pre-school community have made a real difference. To truly give your children the best start, it has to be a team effort.
That brings me on to our team: a group of lovely ladies who are all here for one purpose- to nurture, love and support the children in our care, to fill them with confidence, self esteem and a thirst for learning. Thank you for your patience, energy and creativity. Your care has made our pre-school a place where children feel happy, safe and loved.
Our class of 2026- we are so proud of everything you have achieved. Watching your curiosity and confidence blossom has been a joy. Keep being kind, brave and eager to discover the world around you. You are all brilliant individuals and we hope you continue to shine in your own unique ways. Good luck at primary school, we’ll miss you all!

24/06/2026

On Monday morning we were pleased to host Gargs Animal Encounters for our Marvellous Males event for Father's Day. Families were able to interact with a variety of creatures including a blue-tongued skink, a giant cockroach and a lesser tenrec-which is related to an elephant despite looking like a hedgehog! It was an interesting and educational experience for us all!
Thank you to everyone that attended 😊🦉🐍

17/06/2026

This evening, we had the honour of attending the Essex Teaching Awards ceremony at Hylands House.

At Bright Stars, we are incredibly fortunate to have a fantastic team, and on ‘Thank a Teacher Day’ it feels especially important to recognise the individual contributions each member of staff makes to the lives of our children and families.

Tonight, however, was all about one very special lady – Gwen Nott

Gwen has dedicated half her life to supporting the children of Ongar, including an incredible 17 years (and counting!) at Bright Stars. Her patience, calm demeanour, and ability to see and nurture each child as an individual speak volumes about the educator and remarkable person she is.

She is loved and appreciated by so many – the children she cares for, the families she supports, and of course, our Bright Stars team.

Congratulations Gwen, on this well-deserved recognition of your valuable contribution to early years education. We are so proud of you and grateful for everything you do. ⭐💙
Essex County Council Essex County Council Early Years

04/06/2026

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