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Second Steps Day Nursery (Hanningfield) # Second Steps Day Nursery (Hanningfield) Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2024) · Lodge Farmhouse, Old Church Road, Chelmsford, CM3 8BH · Essex Number of places 66 places Age range 1–3 yrs Last inspected Nov 2024 Local authority Essex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Second Steps Day Nursery in Hanningfield focuses on providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where children from six weeks to twelve years old can learn and develop through play. The nursery categorises children into age-specific rooms: Owls for 0-2 years, Hedgehogs for 2-3 years, and Squirrels for 3-5 years, ensuring tailored activities for each developmental stage. The dedicated team, including qualified managers, practitioners, and an office manager, works to foster individual attention and a homely atmosphere. The nursery operates Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 7 pm, offering extensive childcare hours. They are committed to transparency, offering access to FAQs and a fee calculator, and encourage prospective parents to book visits to experience their facilities firsthand. Second Steps prides itself on its partnerships with recognised organisations in early years education. What it's like Children enjoy their day in the vibrant and exciting nursery environment. Staff create warm and welcoming spaces for children to explore, learn and develop. Children are keen and active learners, participating in freely chosen as well as adult-led activities and are eager to join in. Learning through play Age-specific rooms Extended opening hours ## 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://secondsteps.co.uk/contact) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday – Friday 7am to 7pm Age range 6 weeks to 12 years Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Second Steps Day Nursery (Hanningfield) Last inspected 18 November 2024 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children enjoy their day in the vibrant and exciting nursery environment. Staff create warm and welcoming spaces for children to explore, learn and develop. Children are keen and active learners, participating in freely chosen as well as adult-led activities and are eager to join in. Inspector highlights - Staff are well-supported by the operation managers and receive effective supervision, coaching, and training. - The nursery has effective procedures for working in partnership with parents and other professionals. - Staff enhance children's understanding of numbers, counting, and early mathematical skills. - Children are very familiar with nursery routines and gently reminded of the motto, 'choose, use and tidy away'. - Staff help children to learn about taking risks and engage in careful play, with thorough reviews of any accidents. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen teaching so that staff manage time effectively when delivering adult-led, group activities and routine activities and children fully benefit from such experiences. Inspection #10373398 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50264106) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Second Steps Day Nursery (Hanningfield) Inspection date Nov 2024 Inspection no. 10373398 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50264106)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2753514) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=second-steps-day-nursery-hanningfield-ltd-cm3-8bh-2753514) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children really enjoy attending the nursery and they feel that the communication between the nursery and parents is good. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space Children are provided with good opportunities to learn in the exciting outdoor areas of the nursery. They enjoy exploring the wooded area where they create games using natural materials. Inspection history Most recent inspection 18 November 2024 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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