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Stepping Stones Nursery # Stepping Stones Nursery in Birmingham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Expected standard · 5.0 (3 parent reviews) · 6-8 Braithwaite Road, Birmingham, B11 1LB · Birmingham Number of places 50 places Age range Up to 2 yrs Last inspected Nov 2025 Local authority Birmingham About - About - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Stepping Stones Nursery, based in Birmingham (B11 1LB), is a childcare on non-domestic premises setting that opened in 2024. The nursery provides a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 2 to 2 years, focusing on the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. Children attend on a term-time-only basis, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday. The setting has been praised by parents for the exceptional care their children receive and the staff's efforts in understanding each child individually, helping them feel emotionally secure. Leaders ensure that children feel happy and secure, with gradual settling-in sessions and attentive staff who adapt their approach to individual children's needs. The nursery prioritises children's emotional welfare and offers a wide range of activities to encourage engagement in play and learning. Staff support children with English as an additional language by teaching key words and introducing nursery rhymes in their home languages, fostering communication skills. The nursery also provides ample opportunities for outdoor learning, with children developing physical skills as they balance on stepping stones and ride wheeled toys. Staff regularly observe and assess children to identify any learning gaps or delays early, implementing targeted plans and working closely with parents and other professionals to support individual needs. The nursery was registered with Ofsted on January 26, 2024, and had its latest inspection on November 12, 2025. It is registered on both the Early Years Register and the Voluntary Childcare Register, meeting all requirements. The setting can accommodate up to 50 children. What it's like Children are happy at this newly opened nursery, demonstrating a strong sense of belonging. They eagerly engage in various activities, forming close bonds with staff and playing cooperatively with peers, showing enthusiasm for both learning and imaginative play. Supportive staff Emotional wellbeing Inclusive environment Outdoor play Early development ## Key facts Opening hours Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday : 09:00 - 15:00 Term time / All Year Term\_time\_only Established 2024 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Stepping Stones Nursery Inspection date Nov 2025 Inspection no. 277a358 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294917)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2776358) 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.steppingstonesgroup.com) 6-8 Braithwaite Road, Birmingham, B11 1LB [© 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#/-1.87509/52.46443/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Birmingham - [Day nurseries in Birmingham](/search?q=Birmingham) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=stepping-stones-nursery-b11-1lb-2776358) Ofsted Inspection — new report card ### Expected standard Last inspected Nov 2025 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 Expected standard Age range 2 to 2 Registers Early Years Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Stepping Stones Nursery Last inspected 12 November 2025 Actions the provider must take - The provider must ensure that references for staff are obtained from their most recent employer. - The provider must ensure that overall vetting and recording systems are robust. What it's like to attend Children are happy at this newly opened nursery, demonstrating a strong sense of belonging. They eagerly engage in various activities, forming close bonds with staff and playing cooperatively with peers, showing enthusiasm for both learning and imaginative play. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, feel safe and secure, and form close bonds with staff. - Children are developing independence, vocabulary, and physical skills. - Staff prioritise emotional welfare and offer a wealth of activities. - Children play cooperatively and imaginatively. - Strong partnerships are developing with other agencies and professionals. - Safeguarding standards are met. Areas to develop - 1 Leaders should strengthen staff practice and help them develop a clearer understanding of what children need to learn next, and how to support this through purposeful interactions and a well-sequenced curriculum. Inspection #277a358 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50294917) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff carry out regular observations and assessments to identify any gaps or delays in learning early, implementing targeted plans and working closely with parents to agree strategies to close gaps or remove learning barriers. Leaders understand how to use additional funding to extend children's learning. Outdoor space Children have daily opportunities for fresh air and exercise. Physical skills develop as children balance on stepping stones and ride wheeled toys outside. EAL / language support Staff provide extra support for children who speak English as an additional language. They learn key words, or introduce nursery rhymes, in home languages, to promote language and communication skills further. ## Parent Reviews of Stepping Stones Nursery 5.0 (3) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocJkaAlCo0zkc4FGnM4gPuLUIxH2c3oN0Iz7fGVCjTaPPVGo0Q=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Umehra Javed 3 months ago I was so excited when I found out this incredible nursery was opening here, especially knowing they already have other nurseries elsewhere with such a great reputation. It’s been amazing to see that same high standard brought to our area. The nursery itself is beautiful, clean, and thoughtfully set up. You can really see the care that has gone into creating a safe, welcoming environment for children. Their prospectus is incredibly thorough and clearly shows how much they prioritise meeting each child’s individual needs. The manager and staff are absolutely fantastic. They are warm, professional, and genuinely caring. From the very beginning, they reassured us and made us feel completely comfortable and confident in leaving our child in their care. I honestly couldn’t recommend them more highly! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21oNVNtZDZRbVJ2TTNCNWMxRnNObEl5ZHpWblVHYxAB!2m1!1s0x4870bbd0eae67ced:0x94163dceda995dd5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjWP3wjLmjltWXeDBQc0erLnp-bF5XhJUa_jxIROSyjv-Ydd4E4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Ummah-Hani Kausar Hussain 3 months ago Very positive experience at the Nursery, through positively engaging and enhancing my child's experience educationally and socially. Through the nurseries initiatives to improve women's empowerment, they successfully launched various women's voice programs and events that bought together the community as well as facilitated safe care for children. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25Oc2NHVkRNQzFXZFZVeGNHdHBORjlmT1haUmRrRRAB!2m1!1s0x4870bbd0eae67ced:0x94163dceda995dd5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKzzIa0uYUvPw9DldAHmlJlbbmMNFEQJuZlsnkyITiXMnX-WQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba2) Imania Faheeb 3 months ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2pCQk16RnlhblphVWt4SmFIRkVTREJwWWxreWEzYxAB!2m1!1s0x4870bbd0eae67ced:0x94163dceda995dd5) Reviews from Google for Stepping Stones Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10670784325741010389&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 12 November 2025 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/50294917) ## Frequently asked about Stepping Stones Nursery ### How does Stepping Stones Nursery support children with English as an additional language? ### Where is Stepping Stones Nursery located? ### What are the contact details for Stepping Stones Nursery? ### What do parents say about Stepping Stones Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Birmingham Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Stepping Stones Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.3 mi ### Amanah Day Nursery Birmingham · B11 1AR 3.8(11 reviews) ](/nursery/amanah-day-nursery-b11-1ar-227197) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### The Kids Niche Birmingham · B11 1EQ 4.3(8 reviews) ](/nursery/the-kids-niche-b11-1eq-ey552444) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 0.3 mi ### Greencoat Nursery Birmingham · B11 1QS 4.9(91 reviews) ](/nursery/greencoat-nursery-b11-1qs-ey552138) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.4 mi ### Our Kids Nursery Birmingham · B12 8UR 4.9(36 reviews) ](/nursery/our-kids-nursery-ltd-b12-8ur-ey493595) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### Little Care Bearz Nursery Birmingham · B12 9BX 4.0(8 reviews) ](/nursery/little-care-bearz-nursery-b12-9bx-ey471621) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.6 mi ### St Pauls Nursery, Malvern Street Birmingham · B12 8NN ](/nursery/st-pauls-nursery-malvern-street-b12-8nn-ey216824) [See all nurseries in Birmingham →](/search?q=Birmingham) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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