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Steps to School # Steps to School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Apr 2023) · BOROUGH GREEN PRIMARY SCHOOL, School Approach, Sevenoaks, TN15 8JZ · Kent Number of places 54 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Apr 2023 Local authority Kent About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Steps to School, located on the grounds of Borough Green Primary School in Sevenoaks, Kent, registered in 2007 as a childcare on non-domestic premises setting. Operating from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round, it caters for children aged 0 to 4. The nursery has a capacity for 54 children and currently has 88 on roll, supported by 22 staff members, with a strong emphasis on qualifications. The setting offers a nurturing environment where babies are encouraged to explore with curiosity, fostering positive relationships through attentive and cheerful staff interactions. Children develop good social skills, learning to share and engage in harmonious play, and are supported to become active learners, exploring the natural world. Steps to School prioritises healthy lifestyles, ensuring good hygiene and providing nutritious meals, while also offering opportunities for children to learn about various occupations. What it's like Babies show high levels of curiosity and feel safe and secure, engaging in sensory experiences and building positive relationships with attentive staff. Children develop good social skills, learning to share and play harmoniously, and are encouraged to be active learners, exploring the natural world. Staff also support children in developing independence and healthy lifestyles. Nurturing environment Active learners Good social skills Healthy lifestyles SEND support Positive parent partnerships ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Opening hours 8am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round Term time / All Year All\_year Established 2007 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Steps to School Last inspected 25 April 2023 Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend Babies show high levels of curiosity and feel safe and secure, engaging in sensory experiences and building positive relationships with attentive staff. Children develop good social skills, learning to share and play harmoniously, and are encouraged to be active learners, exploring the natural world. Staff also support children in developing independence and healthy lifestyles. Inspector highlights - Babies show high levels of curiosity as they explore their environment, feeling safe and secure due to attentive and cheerful staff. - Children develop good social skills, engaging in back-and-forth conversations, sharing resources, and playing harmoniously. - Children are active learners, encouraged to be curious about the world, exploring the outdoor space and observing insects. - Staff know children very well, confidentially discussing their development and interests to create engaging learning opportunities, leading to good progress. - Staff support children in developing independence, with younger children learning to feed themselves and pre-schoolers helping to clear tables. - Staff provide opportunities for physical exercise in the outdoor space, helping children build core strength. - The setting provides children with nutritious hot meals and snacks, accommodating dietary requirements and promoting healthy lifestyles. - Staff help children develop awareness of different occupations through role play. - The manager reflects regularly on staff practice and has identified areas for improvement, working closely with the team to ensure children's well-being is paramount. - The manager and staff have good safeguarding knowledge, completing regular training and engaging in frequent conversations to discuss safeguarding concerns. Areas to develop - 1 improve daily routines to ensure staff are effectively deployed to support children's learning - 2 reflect the culture and diversity of the children attending the nursery, to help them make connections between their own and others' heritage Inspection #10280536 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218753) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Steps to School Inspection date Apr 2023 Inspection no. 10280536 [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50218753)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY357595) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=steps-to-school-tn15-8jz-ey357595) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff provide good support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They work closely with external professionals, including health visitors and specialist teachers. This ensures children with SEND receive the support they need to make progress in their learning and development. Outdoor space Children access the outdoor space, where they engage in a variety of physical activities. For example, they practise balancing as they step along the blocks. This helps children to build on their core strength. Staff also facilitate exploration of the natural world, encouraging children to look for insects using a magnifying glass and creating a designated habitat for bugs. Inspection history Date: July 2009 - April 2023 Good - August 2017 Good - April 2015 Good - July 2009 Good ## Frequently asked about Steps to School ### What do parents value about Steps to School? ### What outdoor activities are available at Steps to School? ### How is Steps to School classified by Ofsted? ### From what age does Steps to School accept children? ### Where is Steps to School located? ## Nearby day nurseries in Sevenoaks Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Steps to School. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 1.3 mi ### St Georges Pre School Sevenoaks · TN15 7DL ](/nursery/st-georges-pre-school-tn15-7dl-ey538495) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.5 mi ### SKIPS Pre-School Sevenoaks · TN15 9DE ](/nursery/skips-pre-school-tn15-9de-127509) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Plaxtol Nursery School Sevenoaks · TN15 0QD ](/nursery/plaxtol-nursery-school-tn15-0qd-2507772) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### Bumble Bees Day Nursery Sevenoaks · TN15 6NE ](/nursery/bumble-bees-day-nursery-tn15-6ne-127061) - [ Awaiting first inspection 4.1 mi ### Little Larges Day Nursery West Malling · ME19 5AS 5.0(14 reviews) ](/nursery/little-larges-day-nursery-ltd-me19-5as-2860077) - [ Ofsted: Good 4.1 mi ### Bright Horizons Kings Hill Day Nursery and Preschool West Malling · ME19 4AN 4.7(37 reviews) ](/nursery/bright-horizons-kings-hill-day-nursery-and-preschool-me19-4an-ey492689) [See all nurseries in Sevenoaks →](/search?q=Sevenoaks) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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