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Stepping Stones South Hills Nursery
Ofsted: Good
(Jul 2022)
Number of places
67 places
Age range
1–4 yrs
Last inspected
Jul 2022
Local authority
Wiltshire
About this day nursery
South Hills Nurseries, established in 1993, operates across numerous locations in Wiltshire, including one in Marlborough. The day nursery group is dedicated to nurturing curious minds from the earliest stages of development in stimulating environments.
Their comprehensive approach combines the Montessori methodology with high-quality care and a strong emphasis on outdoor learning. South Hills Nurseries focuses on fostering a sense of wonder in children, encouraging them to explore and engage with the world around them.
They prioritise holistic care to ensure each child thrives, supported by inspirational teaching practices. The nurseries aim to create a community where families feel a sense of belonging, uniqueness is celebrated, and children are empowered to achieve their full potential through fun, play, and excitement.
They are also committed to the continuous growth and learning of their staff, promoting an environment of trust, respect, and admiration.
Our ethos
South Hills Nurseries is dedicated to developing curious minds from the tiniest to the tallest members in awe-inspiring environments, aiming to nourish each child’s sense of wonder. They believe in supporting each individual to reach their full potential, creating a sense of belonging for families, valuing uniqueness, empowering greatness through fun, play and excitement, and fostering happiness for lifelong learning. Holistic care, inspirational teaching, loving relationships, and a safe, secure ethos are central to their approach.
What it's like
Children at Stepping Stones South Hills Nursery are happy and eager to participate in activities. They feel safe and secure, developing positive relationships with staff and peers. The setting fosters creativity, problem-solving, and respect for others and the environment.
Montessori methodologyStrong outdoor focusAward-winningMultiple Wiltshire locations
Pricing & funding
Pricing on request
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Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for Stepping Stones South Hills Nursery
Last inspected 27 July 2022 · Elaine Douglas
Overall effectiveness
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Good
Leadership and management
Good
What it's like to attend
Children at Stepping Stones South Hills Nursery are happy and eager to participate in activities. They feel safe and secure, developing positive relationships with staff and peers. The setting fosters creativity, problem-solving, and respect for others and the environment.
Inspector highlights
- Children have fun and develop highly positive relationships with staff and peers.
- The manager has an effective curriculum that enables children to be independent.
- Children demonstrate excellent behaviour, respect for the environment, and each other.
- Children are highly motivated and eager to participate in activities, listening attentively and concentrating.
- Staff ensure children develop a healthy lifestyle through daily exercise, outdoor play, and healthy food choices.
Areas to develop
- 1focus staff development on supporting young children's language skills even further by ensuring they hear correct words and pronunciations
- 2help staff to become consistent in making the best use of impromptu situations, in order to support younger children to understand about cause and effect.
Inspection #10239223 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
confirm how well their children are progressing since attending the nursery
have nothing but praise for the staff, especially in narrowing any gaps in their children's development
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
SEND provision
Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities quickly receive any additional support they need, to ensure they can fully access the curriculum and make effective progress.
Outdoor space
Children have daily exercise and outdoor play to develop large-muscle skills. The report also mentions children playing with water outdoors and going on litter picks.
Google Reviews of Stepping Stones South Hills Nursery
5.0
(1 Google review)
Mark Harvey
9 years ago
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Inspection history
Date: July 2022
- August 2022Good
- July 2022Good
Frequently asked about Stepping Stones South Hills Nursery
About the setting
Stepping Stones South Hills Nursery opened in 2020. It operates from Upper Oakhill, Froxfield, Marlborough, Wiltshire, 51 weeks of the year, from 7.45am until 6pm. The nursery receives funding to provide free early years education for children aged two, three and four years. The management team employs 10 staff, including the manager, with varying qualification levels.
- URN
- 2571726
- Registered person
- South Hills School 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
- Not applicable
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