Introduction

Stepping Stones Pre-School has been registered since 1982 on the Early Years Register and the compulsory and voluntary parts of the Childcare Register. It is run by a voluntary committee. We operate from a purpose-built unit, comprising of two classrooms, in the grounds of J. H. Godwin Primary School, in Blacon, Chester. The pre-school opens five days a week from 9am to 3pm, term time only. Children attend for a variety of sessions. Children have access to an enclosed outdoor play area. We can receive funding for the provision of free early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children, we also support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Aims & Objectives

Our objective is to be a bridge between the home and school by providing the highest standards of childcare and education for toddlers and pre-school children from 2 years of age until they start Reception Class.

We aim to provide a friendly, clean, comfortable and safe environment, which the children will find stimulating and challenging. At Stepping Stones enjoyment and fun are linked with discovery and learning. Staff are sensitive and responsive to the individual needs of each child.

To meet these standards, we are committed to:

  • Delivering a service of the highest standards that will develop and improve each child’s quality of life
  • Respecting each child as an individual, taking into account their appropriate needs
  • Ensuring that our service is in accordance with the latest standards for care and education
  • Ensuring that our staff are selected, trained* and supervised to meet the needs of the children in their care
  • Managing our services efficiently and effectively
  • Valuing partnerships with parents/guardians/carers

* all Stepping Stones staff continue their professional development through Individual Training Programmes.

Settling In

We want your child to feel safe, stimulated, happy and secure with our staff so his or her experiences are positive and fun. We are committed to providing a welcoming atmosphere and will take care to ensure your child’s individual needs are a priority when settling in. Before a child is registered, we provide opportunities for visiting Stepping Stones. Your child’s designated Key Person welcomes and looks after your child from the first session and during the settling in process. For more information please refer to our settling in policy.

Safe & Sound

We want your child to feel safe, stimulated, happy and secure with our staff so his or her experiences are positive and fun. We are committed to providing a welcoming atmosphere and will take care to ensure your child’s individual needs are a priority when settling in. Before a child is registered, we provide opportunities for visiting Stepping Stones. Your child’s designated Key Person welcomes and looks after your child from the first session and during the settling in process. For more information please refer to our settling in policy.