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Childcare @ Stepping Stones # Childcare @ Stepping Stones Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · 9a George Street West, LUTON, LU1 2BW · Luton Number of places 15 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Luton About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Stepping Stones Nurseries are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and educational environment where young children can embark on a journey of discovery and growth. The nurseries place a strong emphasis on providing vibrant surroundings coupled with a safe and caring atmosphere, ensuring that children receive rich learning experiences alongside exceptional care. What it's like Staff welcome children warmly; children are well settled, confident to separate from their main carer, and have established good bonds with staff, demonstrating they feel safe and secure. Children behave well, create good friendships, take turns, and staff work closely with parents to share information and adapt practice to support children. Focus on exploration, learning, and excitement Safe and caring environment Highly-qualified staff ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted Tax-Free Childcare 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours The setting opens Monday to Friday, all year round, except for bank holidays. Sessions are from 9.30am until 3pm. Term time / All Year All Year Established 2008 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 24 April 2023 · Lisa Smith 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 Staff welcome children warmly; children are well settled, confident to separate from their main carer, and have established good bonds with staff, demonstrating they feel safe and secure. Children behave well, create good friendships, take turns, and staff work closely with parents to share information and adapt practice to support children. Inspector highlights - Staff provide a language-rich environment and introduce wider vocabulary to extend children's language skills. - Clear focus on personal, social and emotional development supports children's resilience. - Children are supported to develop healthy lifestyles and have daily access to physical activities in the garden. - Staff adapt activities to meet individual learning needs, helping children make good progress. - The manager supports staff well, with regular reflection and a focus on staff well-being. Areas to develop - 1 implement effective procedures for sharing information with other providers that children attend - 2 strengthen the planning of activities to allow children time to embed learning before moving on Inspection #10280229 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218611) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Childcare @ Stepping Stones Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10280229 Lead inspector Lisa Smith Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218611)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY435517) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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The large space allows children to run around and manoeuvre around their friends, developing an awareness of space. Inspection history Date: February 2012 - April 2023 Good - September 2017 Good - February 2014 Good - February 2012 Good ## Frequently asked about Childcare @ Stepping Stones ### Which area does Childcare @ Stepping Stones serve? ### How many places does Childcare @ Stepping Stones have? ### What does the last inspection highlight about the nursery? ### What is notable about the staff team at Childcare @ Stepping Stones? ### Which funded hours are accepted at Childcare @ Stepping Stones? ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. [Claim listing](/claim?nursery=childcare-stepping-stones-lu1-2bw-ey435517) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. 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