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Stepping Stones Day Nursery in Pontefract

Ofsted: Outstanding
(Dec 2022)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·Stepping Stones, Halfpenny Lane, Pontefract, WF8 4DA · Wakefield
Number of places
88 places
Age range
0–5 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2022
Local authority
Wakefield

About this day nursery

Stepping Stones Day Nursery & Out of School Club in Pontefract offers a warm and friendly setting for both young children and those needing before and after school care. Located on Elm Grove, the establishment is dedicated to promoting early childhood development and comprehensive out-of-school provision.

It holds an outstanding 5/5 star rating on Google, reflecting its high standards and the positive experiences it provides for children. The club offers a diverse programme aimed at fostering a positive and stimulating atmosphere.

Parents frequently commend the staff's welcoming and supportive approach, which helps create an environment where children can flourish and enjoy their educational journey. The ‘Out of School Club’ also provides a secure and enjoyable space for children beyond nursery age.

What it's like

Children feel settled and secure. The well-planned environment considers children's current interests and supports their learning. Children are consistently engaged and given opportunities to become independent learners, accessing resources that challenge their thinking and enable them to practise new skills.

Out of School Club

Pricing & funding

Pricing on request

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Key facts

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Term time / All Year

All Year

Established

2016

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Stepping Stones Day Nursery

Last inspected 12 December 2022 · Abby Clarkson

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

What it's like to attend

Children feel settled and secure. The well-planned environment considers children's current interests and supports their learning. Children are consistently engaged and given opportunities to become independent learners, accessing resources that challenge their thinking and enable them to practise new skills.

Inspector highlights

  • Children behave superbly at this setting. They show an interest and respect for others' thoughts and ideas.
  • Children access the outdoor provision regularly throughout the day and staff plan the outdoor area to support children of all ages to develop their physical abilities.
  • Managers evaluate the teaching in the setting and have a clear vision for what they hope children will achieve.
  • Staff place a focus on supporting children to lead healthy lifestyles and show a strong understanding of why hygiene routines are essential.
  • Partnerships with parents are excellent, and staff create strong links with the community.
Inspection #10263955 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

parents describe the staff team as "amazing" and say that their children "surprise" them with the knowledge which they have gained.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make excellent progress. The enthusiastic special educational needs coordinator works alongside various outside agencies, such as speech and language therapists, ensuring strategies have a positive impact on children's development.

Outdoor space

Children access the outdoor provision regularly throughout the day. They practise balancing on logs in the garden. Staff plan the outdoor area to support children of all ages to develop their physical abilities, with a separate area made for children to practise riding bicycles.

Parent Reviews of Stepping Stones Day Nursery

5.0
(2)
Ian Downes
8 years ago

A really great nursery, friendly staff, nice atmosphere.

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Inspection history
Improved from Good → Outstanding in 2022

Date: May 2017

  • December 2022Outstanding
  • May 2017Good

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