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Stepping Stones Uppingham # Stepping Stones Uppingham Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2023) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · Uppingham C of E School, Belgrave Road, Oakham, LE15 9RT · Rutland Number of places 22 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2023 Local authority Rutland About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Stepping Stones Pre-school, an integral part of Uppingham C of E Primary School located in Oakham, offers an enriching early years experience within a nurturing church school environment. The pre-school focuses on providing a smooth transition for children into primary school, fostering confidence in expressing ideas, independence in choices, and a keenness to explore the world. With both indoor and outdoor learning areas, children are encouraged to engage in play-based learning tailored to their individual interests. The curriculum aims to be relevant to children's lives, creating a safe and secure space where each child feels unique and ready for discovery. The pre-school benefits from its close links with the primary school, offering access to shared facilities and a seamless progression in their educational journey. They also provide school lunches through 'Love Food,' ensuring varied and nutritious meals. Parents are encouraged to visit the school and discuss their child's needs. Our ethos We want the children to be confident in expressing their ideas, happy to make independent choices and keen to explore the world around them. We aim to make learning relevant to children’s lives though our themes and learning environment, and we place the pupils’ individual interests and choices at the heart of the classroom so they feel unique, safe, secure and ready to explore. What it's like Children are happy and relaxed coming into the setting, greeted enthusiastically by their key person, which helps them feel safe and secure. They separate confidently from parents, waving goodbye to join peers in activities. Children learn to behave well, and their well-being is a high priority for practitioners. Part of Primary School Play-based learning Smooth transition to Reception ## Pricing & funding 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 Food School lunches are provided through 'Love Food' and children are entitled to a Universal Free School Meal. Term time / All Year Term Time ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Stepping Stones Uppingham Inspection date May 2023 Inspection no. 10264213 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223774)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY271344) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://www.uppinghamprimary.co.uk/topic/stepping-stones-pre-school) Uppingham C of E School, Belgrave Road, Oakham, LE15 9RT [© 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#/-0.72817/52.59108/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Oakham - [Day nurseries in Oakham](/search?q=Oakham) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=stepping-stones-uppingham-le15-9rt-ey271344) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Stepping Stones Uppingham Last inspected 25 May 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Children are happy and relaxed coming into the setting, greeted enthusiastically by their key person, which helps them feel safe and secure. They separate confidently from parents, waving goodbye to join peers in activities. Children learn to behave well, and their well-being is a high priority for practitioners. Inspector highlights - Children are happy and relaxed as they come into the setting. - Children play energetically, and younger children are free to run around confidently and access bicycles independently. - Children have access to a wonderful learning environment and benefit from practitioners planning a good-quality curriculum. - The manager has made many positive changes to the setting since it has become part of a trust. - Children spend a lot of time outside, engaging in the learning opportunities provided. Areas to develop - 1 support practitioners to build on opportunities for children to develop and use their home language during play and learning - 2 develop practitioners' questioning skills to enhance and support the children to progress in their learning and provide them with the time to develop their thinking. Inspection #10264213 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50223774) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > their children are excited to attend > they are kept well informed about their children's learning, and their transitions into the setting are particularly well supported Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Practitioners work with other professionals and parents to provide targeted support for children who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Children with SEND are supported by attentive practitioners, for example, as they try to clamber out of difficult spaces, they are gently guided by the practitioner's hand. Children play and learn alongside their friends and make good progress in their learning. Outdoor space Children independently access a variety of exciting activities and experiences both inside and outside. Children access a large growing area outside, where they can access a considerable number of flowers to plant and grow, supporting them to develop their understanding of growth and nature. The team has recently attended some outdoor training that has further enhanced the outdoor space. Children spend a lot of time outside, engaging in the learning opportunities provided. ## Parent Reviews of Stepping Stones Uppingham 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKCUmon8JwwykYVEUuntSdGwb6Et_mOFij2cnEH0O2jEex5-g=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Ian Smith 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN3bnBTaDlnRRAB!2m1!1s0x487783b6564a3237:0x46c93bb5acb17d1e) Reviews from Google for Stepping Stones Uppingham. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=5100673704446229790&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Date: April 2013 - May 2023 Good - June 2017 Good - April 2013 Good ## Frequently asked about Stepping Stones Uppingham ### What outdoor space does Stepping Stones Uppingham have? ### What is known about the staff team at Stepping Stones Uppingham? ### How can Stepping Stones Uppingham be contacted? ### Where is Stepping Stones Uppingham located? ### Is Stepping Stones Uppingham a private nursery? ## About the setting Stepping Stones Uppingham registered in 2003 and is located in Uppingham, Rutland. The pre-school employs four members of childcare staff, with two holding relevant qualifications at level 4, one at level 3, and one in training. The pre-school opens Monday to Friday, during term time, from 7.45am until 6pm. It provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children, and out-of-school care for older children. 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