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Derwent Stepping Stones # Derwent Stepping Stones Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jan 2024) · 4.8 (5 parent reviews) · Derwent Stepping Stones, St. Marks Road, DERBY, DE21 6AH · Derby Number of places 128 places Age range 0–5 yrs Last inspected Jan 2024 Local authority Derby About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery YMCA Stepping Stones Nursery, originally established in 1988 as Derwent Stepping Stones, arose from a community need for accessible and affordable childcare in Derby. It was founded by a group of women who faced challenges returning to work due to the lack of suitable childcare options. Operating as both a Limited Company and a voluntary organisation, the nursery provides flexible childcare and early learning for families in the local area. Located on St Marks Road in Derby, the nursery boasts light and spacious rooms designed to encourage exploration, learning, and development in a creative environment. It has received an 'Ofsted rated 'Good' assessment, underscoring its commitment to quality. The nursery aims to deliver high-quality early years childcare that supports children in recognising and achieving their full potential. They prioritise honesty, striving to build trusting relationships with children, families, and the wider community. A genuine passion for early years education drives their team to provide excellent support and learning experiences. The curriculum is built around the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, preparing children for their future educational journey by focusing on seven key areas of learning, including communication, physical development, and literacy. The framework is a dynamic document, with input from practitioners, parents, and children continually enriching its development and ensuring a stimulating and relevant learning experience both indoors and outdoors. Our ethos To deliver high quality early years childcare, which helps all individuals recognise their full potential and enables them to be ambitious in achieving it. We are honest and transparent and strive to build lasting and trusting relationships with the children in our care, their families and our wider community. A genuine love for what we do drives us to perform at our best to deliver excellent early years education and support. What it's like Leaders and staff learn about children's interests and needs to prepare them for nursery, creating a supportive and secure environment. Staff use children's interests to comfort them and continuously assess risks to keep children safe. The environment sparks curiosity, with children exploring new and familiar resources and engaging in creative activities. Ofsted rated Good Community-led origins EYFS Framework Flexible childcare options ## 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. ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday Age range Early Years Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Derwent Stepping Stones Inspection date Jan 2024 Inspection no. 10325998 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239370)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY330097) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.derwentsteppingstones.co.uk/) Derwent Stepping Stones, St. Marks Road, DERBY, DE21 6AH Opening hours 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-1.45783/52.92673/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near DERBY - [Day nurseries in DERBY](/search?q=DERBY) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=derwent-stepping-stones-de21-6ah-ey330097) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Derwent Stepping Stones Last inspected 11 January 2024 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 Leaders and staff learn about children's interests and needs to prepare them for nursery, creating a supportive and secure environment. Staff use children's interests to comfort them and continuously assess risks to keep children safe. The environment sparks curiosity, with children exploring new and familiar resources and engaging in creative activities. Inspector highlights - Leaders have developed a curriculum based on children's life experiences to build confidence and understanding of their uniqueness. - Staff are knowledgeable and skilled, receiving professional qualifications and relevant training, such as in children's communication and language development. - Leaders and managers know the community well, supporting families with the cost of living and children who would not otherwise attend nursery. - Children are very well known by managers and staff, with individual circumstances and needs swiftly identified and supported. - The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with an open and positive culture that prioritises children's interests. Areas to develop - 1 increase the information shared with all parents to include children's next steps in learning - 2 provide staff with strategies to help them to develop younger children's understanding of how their actions and behaviour affect other people. Inspection #10325998 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50239370) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities are assisted by knowledgeable staff to join in and achieve through carefully planned next steps. Their individual circumstances and needs are swiftly identified, and strategies are put in place to provide them with support. Children are promptly referred to other agencies, such as speech and language therapy services, and the manager ensures they receive assessments and specialist support. Outdoor space The inspectors observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of Derwent Stepping Stones 4.8 (5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXVbL7gwaDlJNdYbM2SdVM5X-d9L96sUsTHXV_nV6SayUXgrBM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Nina Bean a year ago Truly a really friendly and fun nursery. My daughter has thrived being here, arriving shy and leaving full of confidence. She's made lovely friends and the staff are so kind and compassionate. I'd highly recommend this nursery to anyone. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyZ0xMcnl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4879f10b624b40ad:0x6cea1077f92941f3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVXZTLjLRIHMmvKhwumTVd8DGg1WkYzkWwbB4syVcXzHb0g_1ZZ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Rachael Wright 7 years ago All 3 of my children have attached this nursery and the staff are woundful my children all have autism which this nursery is woundful at support there needs [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURJbk4yenpBRRAB!2m1!1s0x4879f10b624b40ad:0x6cea1077f92941f3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXVVwmwnZC-OcvYfwAca2Pj4TVV_uR9PFNBQIMAFR3DJEuCIMgrvw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) John Ganly 8 years ago Kids nursery [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNBcEk3bjl3RRAB!2m1!1s0x4879f10b624b40ad:0x6cea1077f92941f3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXKqNSXLy6jhich-joOoFJInnUVIDEBYQ7XS8V4bjKP16NkNrIB=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Charlotte 4 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNXdDZmbllBEAE!2m1!1s0x4879f10b624b40ad:0x6cea1077f92941f3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKXXfsNmP0dlaFEuXU5KMutKPG-v_vpfFG9y9aADNf2PePBXg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Linda Fletcher 12 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBMDRpNG13RRAB!2m1!1s0x4879f10b624b40ad:0x6cea1077f92941f3) Reviews from Google for Derwent Stepping Stones. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7848103408113893875&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: March 2009 - January 2024 Good - August 2018 Good - December 2015 Good - September 2013 Good - March 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Derwent Stepping Stones ### What is Derwent Stepping Stones' Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for Derwent Stepping Stones? ### Does Derwent Stepping Stones offer funding for childcare? ### What are the opening hours for Derwent Stepping Stones? ### How does Derwent Stepping Stones support children with special educational needs? ### When was Derwent Stepping Stones established? ### Who runs Derwent Stepping Stones? ### Does Derwent Stepping Stones provide a creative learning environment? ### How can I contact Derwent Stepping Stones? ## About the setting Derwent Stepping Stones registered in 2006 and is situated in purpose-built premises. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of YMCA Derbyshire and is managed by an independent committee. The nursery employs 23 members of childcare staff, with varying qualification levels. The nursery is open from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. URN EY330097 Registered person Derwent Stepping Stones Nursery and Community Training Centre Day care type Full day care Register Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises Previous rating Good ## Nearby day nurseries in DERBY Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Derwent Stepping Stones. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.8 mi ### Sunny Days Nursery Derby · DE21 4AA 4.8(14 reviews) ](/nursery/sunny-days-nursery-de21-4aa-ey484523) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### First Friends PDN Derby · DE21 6HP 4.9(18 reviews) ](/nursery/first-friends-pdn-de21-6hp-206106) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.0 mi ### The Orchard Garden Private Day Nursery Derby · DE1 1RX ](/nursery/the-orchard-garden-private-day-nursery-de1-1rx-ey103452) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### The Orange Tree Day Nursery @ Derby Derby · DE22 1AE 4.3(6 reviews) ](/nursery/the-orange-tree-day-nursery-derby-de22-1ae-2826514) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.2 mi ### Woodlands PDN Derby · DE22 1BJ 4.8(9 reviews) ](/nursery/woodlands-pdn-de22-1bj-509204) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.2 mi ### The Early Years Academy Derby Derby · DE22 1AF 5.0(10 reviews) ](/nursery/the-early-years-academy-derby-de22-1af-2614882) [See all nurseries in DERBY →](/search?q=DERBY) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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