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Stepping Stones Pre-School (Harrow)

Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2023)
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5.0(2 parent reviews) ·17 Harrow Scout Group Roxborough Park, Headquarters Rear of Catholic Church, Roxborough Park, Harrow-on-Hill, HA1 3BA · Harrow
Number of places
26 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2023
Local authority
Harrow

About this day nursery

Stepping Stones Pre-School in Harrow provides a nurturing and encouraging environment for children aged 2 to 5 years old. The pre-school operates Monday to Friday, from 8:45 am to 2:00 pm, with a focus on promoting healthy eating by offering milk, water, a snack, and a nutritious lunch daily.

Admissions require a non-refundable registration fee of £25 and are subject to availability, with a waiting list in place if no immediate spots are open. The pre-school is a registered charity and emphasises a mission to help each child realise their full potential.

They also host various fundraising events and actively engage with the community, such as their past collaboration with Sainsbury's in Kenton to collect donations. Parents can find information on events, uniform, term dates, newsletters, fees, settling-in procedures, daily routines, policies, and forms through the website.

Contact is available via phone and email.

Our ethos

Our Mission Statement: “Together we shall nurture and encourage each child to realise their potential”

What it's like

Staff know children's individual needs and interests very well and respond positively by providing a range of age-appropriate toys and activities. They have a warm, friendly and welcoming approach, and children are happy and settled in their care. Settling-in sessions are tailored to individual emotional needs, helping new children settle quickly and build secure attachments.

Healthy eating focusRegistered CharityCommunity engagement

Pricing & funding

The nursery requires a one-off registration fee to secure a place. Specific details regarding session structures, age-banded rates, or regular fees are not specified in the provided text.

Good to know

  • An initial registration fee is required.
  • The registration fee is non-refundable.
  • Proof of date of birth is required at registration.

Key facts

Food

milk, water and a snack and a nutritious, fresh lunch for the children every day

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 8.45am to 2.00pm

Age range

2 years until they are 5 years

Term time / All Year

Term Time

Established

2004

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for Stepping Stones Pre-School (Harrow)

Last inspected 5 October 2023

Overall effectiveness
Good

What it's like to attend

Staff know children's individual needs and interests very well and respond positively by providing a range of age-appropriate toys and activities. They have a warm, friendly and welcoming approach, and children are happy and settled in their care. Settling-in sessions are tailored to individual emotional needs, helping new children settle quickly and build secure attachments.

Inspector highlights

  • Children make good progress across all areas of the curriculum, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
  • Staff are experienced and teach enthusiastically.
  • Children develop good independence skills, such as serving themselves healthy snacks and drinks.
  • Staff plan weekly outings to help children learn about their local community and different cultures.
  • The manager and staff have strong partnerships with parents, who feel fully involved and informed about their children's learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1plan group activities to ensure that all children fully engage and benefit from the learning opportunities
  • 2build on the current self-evaluation process and include parents' and staff's views and ideas to help to shape future developments.
Inspection #10304818 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

What parents say

Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection

Parents state that they feel fully involved and informed about their children's daily experiences, next steps in learning and achievements.

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress across all areas of the curriculum. Staff have effective systems in place to monitor their learning and development, and thorough assessments are made, particularly for those with communication and language development delays, to identify and address any gaps in learning.

Outdoor space

In the garden, children explore water and sand play and musical instruments. Staff provide safe areas where children can practise their balancing skills, enjoy riding wheeled toys and climb small apparatus.

Parent Reviews of Stepping Stones Pre-School (Harrow)

5.0
(2)
Michelle McCalden
2 years ago

My son really enjoys attending this nursery. It is so welcoming and nurturing. Would recommend to anyone looking for a term time preschool who doesn't need full time hours.

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Inspection history

Date: November 2007

  • October 2023Good
  • February 2018Good
  • February 2014Good
  • November 2007Outstanding

Frequently asked about Stepping Stones Pre-School (Harrow)

About the setting

Stepping Stones Pre-School (Harrow) registered in 2004 and is located in the London Borough of Harrow. The setting is open during term time, from 8.55am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. It receives funding to provide early education for children aged two, three and four years. The setting employs five members of staff, including the manager. Of these, three staff hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 4, one at level 3 and one at level 2.

URN
EY277182
Registered person
Stepping Stones Pre-School (Harrow) Committee
Day care type
Full day care
Register
Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register
Establishment type
Childcare on non-domestic premises

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