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Stepping Stones Day Nursery in Mirfield

Ofsted: Good
(Jun 2022)
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4.2(5 Google reviews) ·Valley House, Towngate, Mirfield, WF14 9JG · Kirklees
Number of places
62 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jun 2022
Local authority
Kirklees

About this day nursery

Stepping Stones Day Nursery in Mirfield is part of the larger Stepping Stones Nurseries group, dedicated to providing inspiring, stimulating, and caring environments for children's early development. They believe that nursery is more than just childcare; it's the start of a journey filled with exploration, learning, and emotional growth, where children build relationships and interact with others.

The day nursery focuses on creating vibrant surroundings and a safe, nurturing atmosphere where children can engage in rich learning experiences supported by high standards of care. Their highly-qualified teams collaborate with parents to foster each child's creativity, individuality, and self-confidence, preparing them for a smooth transition to school.

The group emphasises the crucial role of early years in shaping a child's future well-being and strives to offer an environment that supports comprehensive development. Testimonials from parents highlight the dedication of the staff, often describing them as feeling like family, and praising the fantastic care provided to all children.

What it's like

Children arrive content and thoroughly enjoy their time at nursery, happily leaving their parents for caring and warm staff. They develop secure relationships with their key person, feeling safe and secure. Children are familiar with routines, showcasing good manners and behaviour, and visibly proud of their achievements. They explore and develop their imagination through stimulating activities and resources.

Play-based learningQualified staffHolistic development

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
Pricing on request

This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.

Key facts

Term time / All Year

All Year

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Stepping Stones Day Nursery

Last inspected 28 June 2022

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 arrive content and thoroughly enjoy their time at nursery, happily leaving their parents for caring and warm staff. They develop secure relationships with their key person, feeling safe and secure. Children are familiar with routines, showcasing good manners and behaviour, and visibly proud of their achievements. They explore and develop their imagination through stimulating activities and resources.

Inspector highlights

  • Staff plan a curriculum that follows children's interests and considers what children need to learn next.
  • Children are encouraged to be independent from a young age, helping with tasks like tidying and setting tables.
  • Staff support children's communication and language development well through stories, songs, and rhymes.
  • Children have opportunities, both indoors and outdoors, to build on their increasing physical abilities.
  • Children are provided with good opportunities to learn where food comes from, discussing origins and growth.
  • Partnership with parents is good, with daily routine information shared and developmental assessments completed regularly.

Areas to develop

  • 1consider the focus and length of time when babies play together, to better support their communication and language skills
  • 2ensure risk assessments are carried out prior to outings to ensure additional safety measures are planned for
  • 3ensure parents understand the information provided to them regarding their child's learning and development, including home learning opportunities
Inspection #10225890 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children make good progress in their learning and development, including children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Outdoor space

Children have opportunities, both indoor and outdoors, to build on their increasing physical abilities. Children are very excited as they watch their new outdoor area being renovated. Children walk to the local park, developing an understanding of road safety. They climb and swing on the equipment and enjoy running around.

Google Reviews of Stepping Stones Day Nursery

4.2
(5 Google reviews)
Holly Blythe
11 months ago

My son has attended stepping stones for over 3 years and is just about to leave for school. He’s thoroughly enjoyed his time here and we’ve been beyond happy with our experience here too! Lovely staff and great resources. Would 100% recommend

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David Hickingbotham
a year ago

From the initial meeting getting to look around to the first day of my daughter joined, the staff are brilliant. My daughter is coming on so well here. The staff keep you well informed on all the day to day things. The facilities are good. It's a safe outdoor space for outdoor play. 100% recommend

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purelyp1nk
3 years ago

Our son enjoys coming here, he’s grown in confidence so much after 9 months here (he’s just turned 3)

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Inspection history

Date: November 2011

  • June 2022Good
  • April 2018Good
  • January 2016Good
  • November 2011Good

Frequently asked about Stepping Stones Day Nursery

About the setting

Stepping Stones Day Nursery registered in 2007. The nursery employs 12 members of childcare staff, with 10 holding appropriate early years qualifications at level 3 and above. The nursery opens from Monday to Friday all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm. The nursery provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

URN
EY362250
Registered person
Stepping Stones Nurseries Limited
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises
Previous rating
Good

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