Business Details
OFSTED-Registered Childcare & Early Education in Yatton
At Stonecroft Day Nursery, we are dedicated to providing exceptional childcare and early education in a nurturing environment. Established to meet the needs of families in Yatton and surrounding areas, our OFSTED-registered setting combines safety, warmth, and structured learning to support children's development from 3 months to 5 years. Our team of fully qualified staff, supported by rigorous DBS checks, delivers tailored care through key person assignments, regular observations, and age-appropriate activities.We prioritise individual growth, preparing children for primary education while maintaining strong partnerships with local schools and advisory services. With home-cooked meals, inclusive practices, and open communication channels for parents, we strive to create a trusted, community-focused nursery that consistently exceeds expectations.
Services
Day Nursery
Pre-School
Childcare
Early Education
OFSTED-Registered Care
Highlights and features
- We are OFSTED-registered with a 'Good' rating and continuous improvement goals
- Our fully qualified staff undergo rigorous DBS checks and professional training
- Tailored key person approach ensures individualised child development plans
- Home-cooked meals with dietary requirements catered for daily
- Strong partnerships with local schools and advisory services for seamless transitions
Associations and certifications
- OFSTED
What people say
Warm and welcoming environment
Happy to go to nursery
Great job preparing for reception
Strong bonds with staff
Second to none care
Services
Day Nursery
Our day nursery provides full-day care for children aged 3 months to 5 years. With separate rooms for different age groups and integrated play areas, we ensure a balanced environment for social interaction and focused learning. Staff implement structured routines while allowing flexibility for individual needs.
Pre-School Education
Tailored pre-school programs prepare children for primary education through curriculum-aligned activities. Specialised focus on literacy, numeracy, and social skills development ensures readiness for reception class, supported by regular progress assessments and parent consultations.
Key Person Care
Each child is assigned a dedicated key person responsible for their development journey. This approach enables individualised observation, targeted learning experiences, and consistent communication with parents about progress and milestones.
Home-Cooked Meals
We provide freshly prepared meals including breakfast, snacks, and two-course lunches. Dietary requirements are accommodated with care, and mealtimes are structured as social learning opportunities to develop eating habits and table manners.
Parent Engagement
Regular parents' evenings and open afternoons facilitate transparent communication. Parents can view nursery facilities, discuss child progress, and access written details about our programs, ensuring collaborative support for each child's development.
People
Sarah Thomas
Registered Provider
Sarah Thomas oversees Stonecroft Day Nursery's operations, ensuring compliance with OFSTED standards and delivering quality childcare. With extensive experience in early years education, she leads a team committed to creating a nurturing environment for children's development.
Questions
What age groups do you accept at Stonecroft Day Nursery?
We care for children from 3 months to 5 years, with designated spaces for different developmental stages while encouraging social integration.
How do you prepare children for primary school?
Our pre-school curriculum focuses on literacy, numeracy, and social skills through structured activities, supported by regular assessments and transition partnerships with local schools.
Are meals included in nursery fees?
Yes, we provide breakfast, morning snacks, afternoon tea, and two-course home-cooked lunches with dietary requirements accommodated.
What qualifications do your staff hold?
All staff are fully qualified in early years education with up-to-date DBS checks, ensuring professional care aligned with OFSTED requirements.
How can parents stay involved with their child's progress?
We offer regular parents' evenings, open afternoons, and ongoing communication through key person updates and written progress reports.
What is your OFSTED rating?
We hold an OFSTED 'Good' rating and actively work towards achieving 'Outstanding' through continuous staff development and enhanced learning programs.
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Reviews (4)
Jodie Kehoe
Dec 24, 2019
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Our son moved to Stonecroft from a nursery that he loved after I changed jobs and I was very nervous about how he would settle. Turns out we had absolutely nothing to worry about. All of the staff are friendly and caring. Our son now adores them and the time he spends at Stonecroft. So much so, he asks to go on days that he isn't registered to attend!! The garden is wonderful, the food is varied and healthy and there are different activities each day. Our son has grown in confidence since starting at Stonecroft and the extra work the staff put in to ensure the children (and parents!) have a smooth
Tugaukina L.
Sep 17, 2019
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My daughter started in this nursery with 3 years old coming from Portugal and barely speaking English. The staff was amazing and really helpful. Today She is an English fluent. She really loves to go to Nursery every single day and She is coming home happy and full of stories to tell. She loves the food, actually she is always saying that she only likes vegetables at school (ahahah). I'm really happy with the nursery and I will recommend it to everyone I know.
Nicola Hayward
Jul 30, 2019
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Both my son's have attended Stonecroft from a young age. One from just over a year old and one from 10 months old. The care and education that the team provided is superb. They work above and beyond to provide everything you would hope for from a nursery, which is just what a parent hopes for when they leave their little one in another care setting other than home. The site is perfect for indoor and outdoor play and education. Meals are varied and healthy and my boys have tried food that I wouldn't have thought to try them on which is fantastic. Seeing them develop under the guidance of the team
Ruth Fingleton
Jun 10, 2019
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Both of our boys have attended Stonecroft Day Nursery since they were 8 months old. All of the staff feel like an extended family, our boys are very settled there and really enjoy going (both go 4 days a week). The food is healthy, prepared fresh daily and is a balanced menu. The boys love the morning fruit snack time too. The staff have great relationships with the children and our boys certainly feel safe and very loved. The outside space is fab and the mud kitchen is a fave with our 2! An online journal is used and it's lovely to see their learning and developmental steps being added regularly
