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Little Stepping Stones Day Nurseries

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2025)
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4.9(27 parent reviews) ·Argento Tower, Mapleton Road, London, SW18 4GA · Wandsworth
Number of places
40 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2025
Local authority
Wandsworth

About this day nursery

Little Stepping Stones offers a nurturing environment for children aged 12 months to 5 years, focusing on shaping young minds to confidentially embrace challenges. The nursery is designed to be a clean, comfortable, and stimulating space where children can learn and grow through self-discovery.

They aim to provide a fun and safe atmosphere that supports each child's development towards a bright future. The nursery highlights engaging activities tailored for different age groups, such as cosy corners, sensory baskets, messy play, and pretend play for infants and toddlers (12 months to 2 years).

For older children (2 to 5 years), activities include focus activities, group discussions, online learning journals, and foundational learning in simple maths, writing, and reading. Operating weekdays from 8 am to 6 pm, Little Stepping Stones prioritises a supportive atmosphere for both children and parents, as evidenced by positive testimonials praising the staff, facilities, and the children's developmental progress.

What it's like

Children are lively and excited to attend the nursery. They greet their friends with smiles and hugs and quickly settle in to play, confidently making choices about where to play. There is a well-sequenced curriculum that allows children to build on their abilities and make good progress, ensuring they are well prepared for each stage in their learning.

Ages 12 months-5 years8am-6pm weekdays

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

8am to 6pm

Age range

12 months and 5 years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2013

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Little Stepping Stones Day Nurseries

Last inspected 12 June 2025 · Kyrstie Gennoe

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are lively and excited to attend the nursery. They greet their friends with smiles and hugs and quickly settle in to play, confidently making choices about where to play. There is a well-sequenced curriculum that allows children to build on their abilities and make good progress, ensuring they are well prepared for each stage in their learning.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff know children well and build good relationships, using observations to plan next steps in development.
  • Children are interested and engaged in learning experiences, developing positive attitudes to learning.
  • Effective strategies support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), with staff implementing plans effectively.
  • Children's communication and language development is well-supported through songs and repeated words.
  • Partnerships with parents are good, with regular updates on children's progress and high praise for staff.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop the planning of group activities further so they meet the learning needs of all children.
Inspection #10358485 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

There are effective strategies in place to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff implement plans effectively to help children to join in with learning experiences, such as giving them resources to help them focus. The provider liaises with parents and carers and other professionals, resulting in children receiving a consistent approach to their learning.

Outdoor space

Staff support children to gain confidence in their physical abilities. Older children gain more control of their bodies, such as they learn to throw and catch balls during daily trips to the park. Children enjoy discovering wildlife in the park, exploring the texture of bark and picking flowers.

Parent Reviews of Little Stepping Stones Day Nurseries

4.9
(27)
chrif el amraoui
11 months ago

An amazing place where my son goes everyday for the last 3 years. From our first visit with the managers Shazia and Nekisha to the staff Liah, Diana, Zebiba, Thilani, Tatiana and Ana Maria. The place really embraces the creative aspect of young children and amplifies it with their fun and friendly environment where my son is excited to go back to every day. They are very helpful and their organisation is perfect - everyone is like a big family to my son and I hope others take this chance to let their children grow in this wonderful nursery. I would like to give big thanks to the owner Siva as well and Methila.

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Elisabeth Horton
3 years ago

My son started at Little Stepping Stones in September 2021 at 9 months old. He was the youngest in the nursery and I was astounded at how quickly he developed after only a few weeks in their care. We’re now moving out the area and are quite devastated he’ll be leaving Little Stepping Stones. Shazia and the team have given wonderful care and support to my son as well as kept me well informed and updated on his progress and well being both verbally at the end of each day and via the app. The meals and activities are well thought out and the children have lots of opportunities to learn and for free play. They’re a truly lovely group of women who work at this nursery and I feel quite sad for my son to be leaving, thank you to you all at Little Stepping Stones.

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Juwairia MacMIllan
6 years ago

Great nursery, lovely staff, very friendly. They made my son feel comfortable when he first started. Their daily routine is perfect for him and the activities they do are great, very supportive especially during potty training. I love the app they have as i can see his progress and see what he gets up to. Breakfast, snacks and lunch are all healthy foods, which is a big win for me. Getting feedback at the end of the day makes me feel comfortable and confident that little stepping stones is the right nursery for my son. Would definitely recommend this nursery.

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tiilio team
2 years ago

Little Stepping Stones is a fantastic nursery. From the moment we stepped inside, it was evident that this place is a haven for little ones. The caring and competent staff create an atmosphere of love and encouragement, fostering a positive and nurturing environment. As a parent, I am beyond thrilled with Little Stepping Stones' commitment to safety, communication, and overall child development. If you're seeking the perfect nursery experience for your child, look no further!

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Fatmata Jabbie
2 years ago

My daughter's been attending the Little Stepping Stone since she was a your old (she is two now) and she has come along by miles. The staff are friendly and caring and my daughter loves attending the nursery. She usually just falls out of my arms running into the nursery, particularly when certain staff are around. The nursery is a family I could not do without.

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2025

Date: February 2014

  • June 2025Good
  • June 2024Requires improvement
  • October 2023Requires improvement
  • April 2023Inadequate
  • June 2019Good
  • June 2015Good
  • July 2014Requires improvement
  • February 2014Good

Frequently asked about Little Stepping Stones Day Nurseries

About the setting

Little Stepping Stones Day Nurseries registered in 2013 and is located in the London Borough of Wandsworth. The nursery is open each weekday, from 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year, except for bank holidays. There are 11 members of staff, including the manager. Of these, nine staff hold early years qualifications between level 2 and level 7. The nursery provides government funded childcare.

URN
EY467575
Registered person
Little Stepping Stones Ltd
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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