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The staff are well trained and my daughter absolutely loves going! She is also learning so much! They update me when she is there with what she has eaten and done on the FAMLY app which is great but overall we as a family really love it here! I just want to say thank you to the staff there especially Phebie, Michelle, Sara, Chloe, Holly & Skie, you are all so brilliant and I feel lucky to have found a gem of a nursery!", "datePublished": "2024-01-22T16:31:19.545457Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Gina Heller" }, "reviewBody": "This nursery has changed my life quite literally. Each and every staff member are exceptional and go above and beyond my expectations. 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Step Start Nurseries Fyfield # Step Start Nurseries Fyfield Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Aug 2025) · 5.0 (4 Google reviews) · Unit 10, Fyfield Business & Research Park, Ongar, CM5 0GN · Essex Number of places 70 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Aug 2025 Local authority Essex About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Step Start Nurseries Fyfield is a child-focused, nurturing nursery in Ongar, CM5 0GN, that registered in 2019. 30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for one week over the Christmas period, provides a rich environment where children are eager to explore a wide range of activities and authentic resources. The dedicated staff team, consisting of 13 members directly working with children, including eight with Level 3 childcare qualifications, are committed to supporting each child in reaching their full potential. They meticulously identify and review what children need to learn next, ensuring a sequenced approach to education. The day nursery places a strong emphasis on real-life experiences through play, fostering imagination, expanding vocabulary, and developing critical thinking skills. Partnerships with parents are a notable strength, with effective two-way communication and weekend parent meetings to accommodate working parents. Safeguarding is effectively managed, with an open and positive culture that prioritises children's interests. What it's like Children are happy in this child-focused, nurturing nursery. They are eager to explore an impressive range of activities and authentic resources that enable them to recall real-life experiences through their play. Staff are committed to supporting all children to reach their full potential. They identify and consistently review what children need to learn next so that they learn through a sequenced approach. Child-focused Nurturing environment Strong parent partnerships Effective safeguarding Sequenced learning Rich activities ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for one week over the Christmas period Term time / All Year All\_year Registered with Ofsted 2019 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Step Start Nurseries Fyfield Last inspected 7 August 2025 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy in this child-focused, nurturing nursery. They are eager to explore an impressive range of activities and authentic resources that enable them to recall real-life experiences through their play. Staff are committed to supporting all children to reach their full potential. They identify and consistently review what children need to learn next so that they learn through a sequenced approach. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and eager to explore a wide range of activities and authentic resources. - Staff are committed to supporting all children to reach their full potential through a sequenced approach. - Babies have plenty of opportunities to explore using their senses, with staff showing them how to make swirls in sand. - Younger children collect natural items and mix them in a mud kitchen, with staff enhancing their imagination and vocabulary. - Older children learn to solve mathematical problems, quantities, size, and weight. - Staff have high expectations for all children, teaching important skills like respecting others' space and learning about cultural festivals such as Hanukkah. - Leaders are reflective and committed to supporting staff's professional development, with targeted training and meaningful feedback. - Children benefit from well-balanced and nutritional meals, with robust measures to manage food allergies and preferences. Areas to develop - 1 Refine the organisation of transition times for younger children, particularly before and during lunch, to minimise waiting time for children. - 2 Make the most of the outdoor area for older children to fully support those who prefer to learn outdoors and minimise disturbing children who are resting. Inspection #10420937 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288819) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Step Start Nurseries Fyfield Inspection date Aug 2025 Inspection no. 10420937 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288819)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2833383) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Unit 10, Fyfield Business & Research Park, Ongar, CM5 0GN ## Explore day nurseries near Ongar - [Day nurseries in Ongar](/search?q=Ongar) - [Day nurseries in East of England](/search?q=East+of+England) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=step-start-nurseries-fyfield-cm5-0gn-2833383) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child Outdoor space All children are active and develop strong physical skills. They enjoy the inviting main outdoor area. On occasion, children of all ages mix together helping them build social skills in larger groups and form positive relationships with all staff. ## Google Reviews of Step Start Nurseries Fyfield 5.0 (4 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVPAvC1DbAV7zT8-kQgM9mlhLGu0qF9LcVINW7kJmPVkajuACg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) L X 2 years ago Absolutely love this nursery! The staff are well trained and my daughter absolutely loves going! She is also learning so much! They update me when she is there with what she has eaten and done on the FAMLY app which is great but overall we as a family really love it here! I just want to say thank you to the staff there especially Phebie, Michelle, Sara, Chloe, Holly & Skie, you are all so brilliant and I feel lucky to have found a gem of a nursery! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM1anByWTVBRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8978ad8e4b0eb:0x7f825ecc363a0670) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLpZGdbPcS_6YpuWDefYtMoUNDbMqqakDh87t65qJsqyOzA2Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Gina Heller a week ago This nursery has changed my life quite literally. Each and every staff member are exceptional and go above and beyond my expectations. My child is thriving and doing amazingly and it’s all down to Step Start! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21ObmVETnVWMEZIVVVNNU0yWnFka3hVTkZNdFZGRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8978ad8e4b0eb:0x7f825ecc363a0670) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIqMM9Im3UNgav8IUiNlq6b377ITP8OSxmb1kHnctNDGCyMLw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba3) Kifaru Company 8 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2w5NU1uSkpORWw1VDNkT2VVazJSbXhwZWxCUGRFRRAB!2m1!1s0x47d8978ad8e4b0eb:0x7f825ecc363a0670) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJBlOpZt2BedzgpkqRg8ev0Eci8victHPsEl77Xz7Y1T499kQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Martin Sherriff 11 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VQdTNfY25ybXB2WVlnEAE!2m1!1s0x47d8978ad8e4b0eb:0x7f825ecc363a0670) Reviews from Google for Step Start Nurseries Fyfield. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9188010420965344880&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 7 August 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50288819) ## Frequently asked about Step Start Nurseries Fyfield ### What kind of childcare setting is Step Start Nurseries Fyfield? ### What are the opening hours at Step Start Nurseries Fyfield? ### Where is Step Start Nurseries Fyfield located? ## Nearby day nurseries in Ongar Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Step Start Nurseries Fyfield. - [ Ofsted: Good 0.9 mi ### Truly Scrumptious Early Years Nursery (Ongar) Ongar · CM5 0AD ](/nursery/truly-scrumptious-early-years-nursery-ongar-cm5-0ad-ey489474) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.0 mi ### Bright Stars Pre-School Ongar · CM5 0FF ](/nursery/bright-stars-pre-school-cm5-0ff-ey395696) - [ Awaiting first inspection 1.2 mi ### Puzzlez Playschool Ongar · CM5 9AA ](/nursery/puzzlez-playschool-ltd-cm5-9aa-2796612) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### ABC Nursery & Pre School Ongar · CM5 9RG 5.0(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/abc-nursery-pre-school-ltd-cm5-9rg) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### Ongar Pre-School, Breakfast & After School Club Ongar · CM5 9EL ](/nursery/ongar-pre-school-breakfast-after-school-club-cm5-9el-2727644) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.8 mi ### Hopscotch Day Nursery Kelvedon Hatch · CM15 0DH 5.0(10 Google reviews) ](/nursery/hopscotch-day-nursery-cm15-0dh-ey248665) [See all nurseries in Ongar →](/search?q=Ongar) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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