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Stepping Stones Day Nursery in Manchester (M41)

Ofsted: Good
(Jan 2025)
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4.4(13 parent reviews)
·99 Church Road, Urmston, Manchester, M41 9FJ · Trafford
Number of places
65 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jan 2025
Local authority
Trafford

About this day nursery

Stepping Stones Day Nursery in Urmston is housed in a charming converted Victorian building, established in 2008. It caters to children from six weeks to five years old, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment.

The nursery focuses on fostering development through various activities, including physical play and Spanish lessons. It boasts a large outdoor area, divided by age group, which is easily accessible from all rooms, with a dedicated decking area for children under two.

The curriculum supports children through different developmental stages, from infancy to preparation for school, with an emphasis on independence, language acquisition, and social-emotional skills. The nursery also prioritises healthy eating, with carefully planned, rotating menus that incorporate feedback from parents and children.

Safety is paramount, with secure access control and supervised outdoor play areas. Stepping Stones is part of a family-run group with over 25 years of experience in childcare, committed to high-quality care and continuous improvement, supported by an in-house training team.

What it's like

Children are happy and feel loved in this friendly nursery where staff offer kind and caring relationships. These strong relationships allow staff to get to know children well and provide care and education to meet individual needs. Children are making good progress in their learning and development and are well prepared for their next steps.

Converted Victorian houseExtensive outdoor spaceFocus on school readinessFamily-run businessIn-house training specialists

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs)15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)Tax-Free Childcare
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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 7.30am until 6pm

Age range

six weeks to five years

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2006

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Stepping Stones Day Nursery

Last inspected 22 January 2025 · Lois Hulley

Safeguarding effective
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good

What it's like to attend

Children are happy and feel loved in this friendly nursery where staff offer kind and caring relationships. These strong relationships allow staff to get to know children well and provide care and education to meet individual needs. Children are making good progress in their learning and development and are well prepared for their next steps.

Inspector highlights

  • The provider has developed an ambitious curriculum that fosters independence and positive attitudes in children.
  • Staff incorporate opportunities for children to develop their independence skills throughout the care routines.
  • Leaders and staff work closely with a range of professionals to support children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Children's strong physical development is prioritised and well supported.
  • Parents are valued by the nursery team and are encouraged to engage in their children's learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1support staff to develop their teaching skills to help children learn how to concentrate and listen during group activities
  • 2continue to develop the professional development programme for staff to help staff receive individualised and relevant coaching that helps them to continually improve outcomes for children.
Inspection #10334912 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents report that they feel well informed about their children's progress.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Leaders and staff work closely with a range of professionals to support children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities. They identify the needs of children and provide individualised support such as one-to-one sessions to focus on the child's individual targets. This means that children get the early help that they need to make progress.

Outdoor space

Children particularly enjoy exploring the exciting outdoor area that has been designed to stimulate their senses. Children smile as they splash in puddles and spot planes in the sky.

Parent Reviews of Stepping Stones Day Nursery

4.4
(13)
Francesca O'Rourke
10 months ago

My Daughter recently started going to Stepping stones nursery and I was nervous about how she would respond being away from me and with new people. Turns out I had nothing to worry about. The staff were amazing at making her feel comfortable and she began really quickly to be excited to go into nursery. It was really important to me that a nursery put effort into different types of play and that she was able to go outside a lot. When I collect her most of the time she is playing outside (they have an amazing outdoor play area) and she is either speckled in paint or in her 2nd outfit change of the day because she has had so much fun playing in water. They have done activities around trying new foods and she is always babbling her nursery rhymes that she loves singing when there. A special thanks to Cortney who is her key worker, she helped her really settle in and I know my daughter feels comfortable going to her for cuddles if she is feeling a little down or upset. We get pictures most days on an app with how she is doing which is great and lovely to see. Really pleased we choose Stepping stones Urmston.

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holly davies-hughes
2 years ago

Since my son settled in at Stepping Stones Urmston we have had no issues and my son always enjoys his days spent there. We always get photo updates of all the activities they are getting up to and developing their learning and motor skills which is reassuring and lovely to see! All the staff at Stepping Stones are really informative and keep in touch and are really keen to support my child’s development. I always feel settled and reassured when my son attends his nursery days and would highly recommend to any parent!

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Jude Amos
3 years ago

My son has just left Stepping Stones and has had the best experience! I've visited quite a few nurseries for my kids and Roxie and her team are by far head and shoulders above the rest. The staff are very friendly and personable and genuinely care about the children and their families, the children are extremely well cared for and supported and the nursery is honestly like a home from home. Very highly recommended, particularly if you feel your child needs a bit of extra support.

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Lisa Ellison
4 years ago

My granddaughter has been attending this nursery since being 9 months old. All the staff have made her feel welcome and have nurtured her development. She loves going everyday to play, to learn and join in all the activities (i could open a gallery with her paintings). She has made many friends at the nursery and talks about them all the time. She has grown in confidence and it is so satisfying to see that she is cared for whilst away from her home environment.

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Simon Mallinson
3 years ago

Both our children have attended Stepping Stones Nursery and absolutely loved it. The children are cared for in a personal way and nothing is too much trouble. The staff are attentive and caring. Would highly recommend.

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Inspection history
Improved from Requires improvement → Good in 2025

Date: November 2010

  • January 2025Good
  • February 2024Requires improvement
  • March 2018Good
  • September 2013Good
  • December 2012Requires improvement
  • November 2010Outstanding

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