Step Start Nurseries Fyfield
Unit 10, Fyfield Business & Research Park, Fyfield Road, Ongar, CM5 0GN
Provider type
Nursery
Capacity
70 children
Key details
Capacity
70 places
Ofsted Inspection Summary
Step Start Nurseries Fyfield was inspected by Ofsted on 7 August 2025 and received an overall rating of Good. In their report, inspectors noted: "Children are happy in this child-focused, nurturing nursery. They are eager to explore an impressive range of activities and authentic resources that enable them to recall real-life experiences through their play. Staff are committed to supporting all children to reach their full potential."
Key strengths
- Leaders are reflective and committed to supporting staff's professional development.
- Children benefit from well-balanced and nutritional meals, where staff implement robust measures to manage any food allergies or preferences.
- Partnerships with parents are a strength of the nursery.
- Staff implement a school readiness programme that naturally builds on the ambitious child-led curriculum that inspires children to be inquisitive learners in a…
- Staff make best use of information from parents to help children swiftly settle and follow their individual routines.
Areas for improvement
- refine the organisation of transition times for younger children, particularly before and during lunch, to minimise waiting time for children
- make the most of the outdoor area for older children to fully support those children who prefer to learn outdoors and minimise disturbing children who are…
This summary is extracted from the official Ofsted inspection report. Read the full report for complete information.
Location
Unit 10, Fyfield Business & Research Park, Fyfield Road, Ongar, CM5 0GN
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