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Step Start Nurseries Witham # Step Start Nurseries Witham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · 59 Newland Street, Witham, CM8 2AJ · Essex Number of places 107 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Jan 2026 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 Step Start Nurseries Witham is a welcoming childcare setting established in 2025, operating from 7:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, all year round, and serving children from birth to four years old. The nursery is located at 59 Newland Street, Witham, Essex, CM8 2AJ. The dedicated staff, guided by the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, ensure children make secure progress, especially in communication, language, and physical skills. The nursery prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), feel valued and are supported to build knowledge from their individual starting points. Children enjoy varied activities, adaptable to their interests and developmental stages, ensuring full participation. The nursery also places a strong emphasis on outdoor learning, providing regular opportunities for physical development and overall well-being. Leaders are committed to continuous improvement, including initiatives to support staff development and children's emotional well-being, fostering a nurturing and confident atmosphere for all. What it's like Children arrive happy and settle quickly in this welcoming nursery. The nursery monitors attendance closely and works with parents to support and promote regular attendance. Children take part in activities that reflect their interests and stage of development, and staff adapt activities so all children can take part successfully. Welcoming environment Secure progress Positive behaviour Broad curriculum Physical development Communication focus ## 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://www.stepstart.co.uk/pages/witham) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday : 07:00 - 18:00 Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2025 Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Jan 2026 Headline: Expected standard Grade summary Exceptional — Strong standard — Expected standard Needs attention Urgent improvement — Each dot represents one of the six inspection categories. Headline is the average of the six grades, rounded up. Category grades Achievement Expected standard Behaviour, attitudes and establishing routines Expected standard Children's welfare and wellbeing Expected standard Curriculum and teaching Expected standard Inclusion Expected standard Leadership and governance Needs attention Age range 0 to 4 Registers Early Years Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Step Start Nurseries Witham Last inspected 13 January 2026 · Shelly McDougall Actions the provider must take - ensure there are appropriate arrangements in place for the supervision of all staff who have contact with children and families, to help improve personal effectiveness, promote the interests of children and maintain a culture of continuous improvement. What it's like to attend Children arrive happy and settle quickly in this welcoming nursery. The nursery monitors attendance closely and works with parents to support and promote regular attendance. Children take part in activities that reflect their interests and stage of development, and staff adapt activities so all children can take part successfully. Inspector highlights - Children make secure progress through the curriculum, particularly in communication, language and physical skills. - Children who are disadvantaged or who have special educational needs and/or disabilities build their knowledge securely from their starting points. - Children benefit from a positive environment where expectations for behaviour are generally clear and consistently applied. - Leaders and staff create a welcoming environment where all children feel valued. - Leaders have developed a broad curriculum that supports all children's learning. Areas to develop - 1 ensure there are appropriate arrangements in place for the supervision of all staff who have contact with children and families, to help improve personal effectiveness, promote the interests of children and maintain a culture of continuous improvement. Inspection #2831218 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50297089) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Step Start Nurseries Witham Inspection date Jan 2026 Inspection no. 2831218 Lead inspector Shelly McDougall [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50297089)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2831218) 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 [ Visit website ](https://www.stepstart.co.uk/pages/witham) 59 Newland Street, Witham, CM8 2AJ Opening hours Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday : 07:00 - 18:00 [© 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#/-0.1/51.5/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Witham - [Day nurseries in Witham](/search?q=Witham) - [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-witham-cm8-2aj-2831218) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children who are disadvantaged or who have special educational needs and/or disabilities build their knowledge securely from their starting points. They show that they know and understand the daily routine. Children enjoy taking part in activities that are accessible to all and planned to meet their individual needs. Leaders have developed a broad curriculum that supports all children's learning, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who face other barriers to learning and/or wellbeing, across all areas of development. Outdoor space Children spend regular time outdoors, which supports their physical development and contributes positively to their wellbeing. Indoor and outdoor activities provide meaningful opportunities for them to build strength, develop coordination and form positive attitudes towards physical activity. Babies explore low-level equipment outdoors and toddlers use climbing apparatus indoors to develop strength and balance. Inspection history Most recent inspection 13 January 2026 Expected standard 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/50297089) ## Frequently asked about Step Start Nurseries Witham ### How does Step Start Nurseries Witham support children with SEND? ### What are the main strengths of Step Start Nurseries Witham? ### What part of the country is Step Start Nurseries Witham in? ### When is Step Start Nurseries Witham open? ### Which curriculum approach does Step Start Nurseries Witham follow? ## About the setting Step Start Nurseries Witham was registered on 31/03/2025. It is a childcare on non-domestic premises setting located at 59 Newland Street, Witham, Essex, CM8 2AJ. The nursery operates Monday to Friday from 07:00 to 18:00. URN 2831218 Registered person Step Start Nurseries Witham LTD Day care type Childcare on non-domestic premises Register Early Years Register Establishment type Childcare on non-domestic premises ### Are you the owner of this nursery? Claim this listing to manage photos, hours and contact details. [Claim listing](/claim?nursery=step-start-nurseries-witham-cm8-2aj-2831218) ### Share this nursery Send to a partner, friend or family member. 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