--- title: "1st Stepping Stones Nursery School, London | Ofsted: Good" url: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/1st-stepping-stones-nursery-school-e17-6qx description: "1st Stepping Stones Nursery School in London — rated Good by Ofsted. See fees, opening hours, photos and contact details. Compare nearby nurseries." lang: en-GB --- Nursery Advice: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/ Claim Your Nursery: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/claim # 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School Ofsted: Good (Sept 2021) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · 39 Coleridge Road, London, E17 6QX · Waltham Forest Number of places 18 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Sept 2021 Local authority Waltham Forest ## About this day nursery 1st Stepping Stones Nursery in Walthamstow E17 offers high-quality education for children aged 1 to 5 years old, drawing upon both the Montessori Method and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework. The day nursery is dedicated to fostering a rich and diverse environment that caters to the individual needs of each child, supporting them in reaching their full potential. They provide full day care, available on either a full-time or part-time basis, and operate across two locations in Walthamstow E17. The facilities are thoughtfully designed and well-resourced, with dedicated areas for each of the seven learning domains. Outdoor spaces are also developed to enhance and stimulate children's development across the curriculum. Furthermore, the day nursery provides a holiday club during all school breaks, offering planned activities and outings where children play an integral role in the planning process. The nursery prides itself on offering a secure, nurturing, and stimulating environment, with a team of devoted and passionate staff committed to ensuring each child flourishes and parents are confident in the high standard of care provided. Our ethos 1st Stepping Stones Nursery provides a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for every child. Staff are dedicated and passionate about ensuring each child thrives and parents are happy knowing that their child/ren are being given a high quality of care. Parents and carers are actively involved in the everyday practice of our nursery. We encourage all parents and carers to be involved in their child/rens care and education and provide advice and support for all families. The skills and learning children adopt at our nursery can last a lifetime, so we ensure that we provide activities and resources that cater to every child’s individual interests and needs. We do this based on each child’s individual development and interests, as well as what we aspire for the child to achieve. We actively promote healthy eating through our range of healthy snacks and meals which are also culturally diverse to encourage children to explore a range of foods. Our outdoor provision is fully equipped with a range of physical resources and activities. We also take daily trips to our local community and local parks. The staff at 1st Stepping Stones Nursery are committed to ensuring every child is safe, healthy and reaches their full potential. What it's like Children develop strong relationships with their key person and settle quickly; older children show high levels of confidence and independence as they explore a wide range of accessible resources. Staff support children's social, communication and language skills and provide regular outdoor visits to the local park to strengthen balance, movement and coordination. Montessori Method EYFS Curriculum Holiday Club Two Locations ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. Request pricing → (https://www.1ststeppingstonesnursery.co.uk/2020/06/parent-feedback) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Coleridge Road: 51 weeks per year; Forest Rise: Monday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Tuesday 8:00 – 4:00pm, Wednesday 8:00am – 4:30pm, Thursday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm, 43 weeks per year) Food Nutritionally balanced, healthy and fresh meals cooked on the premises daily. Actively promote healthy eating through our range of healthy snacks and meals which are also culturally diverse. Age range 1 to 5 years old Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2018 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School Last inspected 20 September 2021 · Martina Mullings Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Inspector highlights - Children develop strong relationships with their key person and settle quickly - Wide range of accessible resources promote independence and imaginative play - Staff support communication and language and use props to bring stories to life - Regular visits to the local park support physical development - Staff work with parents and other professionals to support children with gaps in development Areas to develop - 1 review the organisation of group activities to ensure all children are consistently supported to meet their learning needs - 2 enhance staff understanding and practice of how to help children develop their mathematical skills. Inspection #10191544 · Source: Ofsted View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171226) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provisionPositive Staff work closely with parents to make referrals and seek support from other professionals for children with gaps in their development; this includes children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Outdoor space Children enjoy regular visits to the local park, where they have access to physical resources such as a large climbing frame, slide and swing. These visits help to strengthen children's balance, movement and coordination. ## Google Reviews of 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School 5.0 (4 Google reviews) Simon Wallace 6 months ago My daughter goes here and loves it. All the staff are really great. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21GSWNXZE9ObGR2VlVkZmRYa3RVSFZQWmtaSlltYxAB!2m1!1s0x48761dc337f7aaab:0x8c67891f2f3f823c) Ellie Gm 5 years ago The best nursery in Walthamstow. My childs progress is amazing day by day well done to all of the staff that care and love so much our childrens super professional😍😍 Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURLeUl2VlpBEAE!2m1!1s0x48761dc337f7aaab:0x8c67891f2f3f823c) Mary a year ago Amazing Staff, very caring, helpful. Would definitely recommend this Nursery. Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNudTZIRy1nRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761dc337f7aaab:0x8c67891f2f3f823c) Anisa Noor 5 years ago Read on Google (https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUR5eG92ei1nRRAB!2m1!1s0x48761dc337f7aaab:0x8c67891f2f3f823c) Reviews from Google for 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School. See all on Google Maps (https://maps.google.com/?cid=10117205854940791356&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 20 September 2021 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. View full Ofsted report (https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50171226) ## Frequently asked about 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School ### What outdoor space does 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School use? ### What ages of children does 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School look after? ### Does 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School offer holiday club care? ### Does 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School have an Ofsted rating? ## Nearby day nurseries in London Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to 1st Stepping Stones Nursery School. - Ofsted: Good <0.2 mi ### Sugar Plum Tree Nursery London · E17 6SA https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/sugar-plum-tree-nursery-e17-6sa-ey559068 - Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Sugar Plum Tree Nursery London · E17 6QQ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/sugar-plum-tree-nursery-e17-6qq-ey469900 - Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Harvey House Nursery Beech London · E17 6QQ https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/harvey-house-nursery-beech-e17-6qq-2835105 - Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Early Education Centre Walthamstow · E17 7DT 4.7(14 Google reviews) https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/early-education-centre-e17-7dt-2590923 - Awaiting first inspection 0.4 mi ### Penrhyn Child Care London · E17 5NB https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/penrhyn-child-care-limited-e17-5nb-2862073 - Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### The Lloyd Park Centre London · E17 5JW https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/nursery/the-lloyd-park-centre-e17-5jw-ey283352 See all nurseries in London →: https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q=London ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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