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Small Wonders Nursery # Small Wonders Nursery in Stamford Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Outstanding (Apr 2025) · 3.0 (2 parent reviews) · 15 Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PG · Lincolnshire Number of places 81 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2025 Local authority Lincolnshire 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 Small Wonders Nursery, Pre-School & Forest School in Stamford offers exceptional childcare within a warm and welcoming Georgian setting. The nursery prides itself on its passionate and highly qualified staff, who are dedicated to the care and development of every child. They employ an "In The Moment Planning" system, adapting the environment and resources to align with children's current interests, fostering learning through play. The approach is rooted in care and respect, ensuring staff listen to children and acknowledge their perspectives. Small Wonders provides a "home from home" environment, emphasising safety, cleanliness, and inspiration. The nursery is inclusive, with a qualified Special Educational Needs Lead to support children with specific needs. All staff are first aid trained, and safeguarding training is updated annually. The environment is designed to be stimulating, featuring dedicated rooms for play and messy activities, as well as an atelier and a soft play room. Outdoor spaces include a secure walled garden for Forest School activities and an adventure playground with a mud and nature kitchen. Delicious, nutritious meals are prepared on-site, catering to all dietary requirements. The nursery holds an Ofsted "Good" rating, reflecting its commitment to high quality and continuous improvement. They offer a personalised settling-in process for new children and encourage ongoing communication with parents. Our ethos We use a system called In The Moment Planning and our team must be tuned into the children’s interest and adapt the environment and resources to support their current interest. Learning is all done through play. In our experience this is the absolutely best way to engage children and to develop their interest in learning. In addition to this we believe that care is the basis of everything that we do. Respect is a large part of our learning process. What it's like Leaders, managers and staff provide tailored care and education, laying firm foundations for all children to develop a wealth of knowledge and skills. Children's characters are shaped from an early age, and staff have high expectations for children's behaviour and learning. Babies learn to care for their play environment and manage risks. Forest School In The Moment Planning Home From Home Environment Ofsted Good Rating Inclusive ## 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://firstforchildcare.com/small-wonders-stamford/contact-us/) ## Key facts Opening hours 7:00am - 6:00pm Term time / All Year All Year ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Small Wonders Nursery Inspection date Apr 2025 Inspection no. 10392447 Lead inspector Charlotte Whalley [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278026)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2718159) 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 Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://firstforchildcare.com/small-wonders-stamford/) 15 Broad Street, Stamford, PE9 1PG Opening hours 7:00am - 6:00pm [© 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#/-0.47834/52.65361/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Stamford - [Day nurseries in Stamford](/search?q=Stamford) - [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=small-wonders-nursery-pe9-1pg-2718159) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Small Wonders Nursery Last inspected 28 April 2025 · Charlotte Whalley Overall effectiveness Outstanding What it's like to attend Leaders, managers and staff provide tailored care and education, laying firm foundations for all children to develop a wealth of knowledge and skills. Children's characters are shaped from an early age, and staff have high expectations for children's behaviour and learning. Babies learn to care for their play environment and manage risks. Inspector highlights - Leaders and managers lead by example by prioritising one hour per day to their professional development. - Staff understand and value the importance of literature, using topical books and the internet to extend children's learning. - Staff are alert to children's changing attitudes to their learning and respond promptly. - Leaders, managers and staff use effective ways to work with parents and involve them in their children's learning. - Staff pay high regard to making sure children secure skills that they will use in their personal development. Inspection #10392447 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50278026) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) receive instant support when they begin to show they are struggling to regulate their emotions. This immediate attention from staff enables them to quickly re-engage in their activity. Children with SEND work closely with staff to develop their listening and attention skills. Outdoor space The inspector 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 Small Wonders Nursery 3.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJNrwG1eQPheFRebcz0iRYvhAn5-dWDJfaQhxL7faCUDTCqnw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tugrulhan Sacakli a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURQbHFQLVVnEAE!2m1!1s0x48778b00668de6c1:0x44a73be68bb9474d) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJt5XX0jxg7Ent2xkrQZj8anOCBnA3qSaq-7eqI9SLU5VnE89E=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Nic Watkins a year ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzdkluVEhREAE!2m1!1s0x48778b00668de6c1:0x44a73be68bb9474d) Reviews from Google for Small Wonders Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4946988577062471501&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: April 2025 - May 2025 Outstanding - April 2025 Outstanding ## Frequently asked about Small Wonders Nursery ### What ages of children does Small Wonders Nursery look after? ### Is Small Wonders Nursery a day nursery or preschool? ### What curriculum approach does Small Wonders Nursery use? ### How are meals handled at Small Wonders Nursery? ### How can Small Wonders Nursery be contacted? ## About the setting Small Wonders Nursery is based in Stamford, Lincolnshire. It registered in 2023. The nursery opens all year round, from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except bank holidays and family holidays. The nursery employs 12 members of childcare staff, nine of whom hold appropriate qualifications at level 3 and above. The nursery provides funded early years education. 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