Business Details
Trusted Early Years Education and Care in Derby
We are a dedicated nursery school federated with Dale Community Primary School, committed to providing exceptional early years education. Our team prioritises children's personal development, fostering independence and a love of learning through play-based activities. With Elklan-trained staff and Hanen Program participation, we specialise in communication and language development, particularly for children with additional needs.Our OFSTED-rated environment ensures strong family partnerships through regular updates, family learning opportunities, and community events. Accessibility is central to our ethos, with fully wheelchair-accessible facilities and a welcoming atmosphere for all families. Our Headteacher, Louise Foster, leads a passionate team focused on creating a nurturing space where every child thrives.
Services
Two Year Old Provision
Three Year Old Provision
Four Year Old Provision
Family Learning Sessions
SEND Support
Stay and Play Sessions
Highlights and features
- We have Elklan-trained staff specialising in communication development
- Our team participates in the Hanen Program for language delays
- OFSTED highlights our nurturing relationships and family support
- We offer tailored family learning opportunities with external agencies
- Our nursery is fully wheelchair accessible with inclusive facilities
Associations and certifications
- Elklan Communication Friendly Setting
What people say
Caring and wonderful people
Children arrive smiling every day
Supportive teachers for additional needs
Informative daily updates
Love of reading developed
Services
Two Year Old Provision
Our Two Year Old Provision offers structured learning through play, focusing on communication and motor skills. Qualified educators create tailored activities to support developmental milestones. Parents receive regular progress updates and guidance for home learning.
Three Year Old Provision
The Three Year Old Provision builds independence through creative play and social interaction. Our curriculum develops numeracy, literacy, and emotional awareness in a safe, stimulating environment. Staff provide individualised learning plans for each child.
Four Year Old Provision
Our Four Year Old Provision prepares children for primary education through structured routines and collaborative learning. We focus on reading readiness, basic mathematics, and social skills development using OFSTED-recommended teaching methods.
SEND Support
Specialist SEND support includes individualised learning strategies and sensory activities. Our SENCO, Miss Doxey, coordinates with external professionals to create tailored development plans for children with additional needs.
Family Learning Sessions
Weekly family learning opportunities help parents support child development at home. Sessions cover early literacy, communication techniques, and home learning activities using nursery resources and expert guidance.
People
Louise Foster
Headteacher
Louise Foster leads Stonehill Nursery School with a focus on creating nurturing educational environments. She champions family partnerships and has implemented specialist training programs for staff to enhance early years provision.
Miss Henson
Administrator
Miss Henson manages school operations and parent communications at Stonehill Nursery. She ensures smooth administrative processes and provides first-point-of-contact support for families seeking information or assistance.
Miss Doxey
SENCO
Miss Doxey coordinates special educational needs provision at Stonehill Nursery. She works closely with external agencies to develop individualised support plans and provides expert guidance for children with additional needs.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide nursery education for children aged 2 to 5 years through our Two Year Old, Three Year Old, and Four Year Old Provision programs.
How do you support children with additional needs?
Our SENCO coordinates specialist support plans. Staff have Elklan and Hanen training to address communication and developmental requirements, with regular parent collaboration.
What are your OFSTED ratings?
OFSTED recognises our nurturing environment, strong family relationships, and effective personal development curriculum. Full reports are available on our website.
How do you involve parents in learning?
We offer weekly family learning sessions, daily updates from teachers, and home learning resources. Parents receive regular progress reports and can attend community events.
Is the nursery accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes, our nursery has single-level access and fully accessible facilities to accommodate wheelchair users and families with mobility requirements.
