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11 Years
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Trusted Nursery Education in Derby | Stonehill Nursery School
Stonehill Nursery School, federated with Dale Community Primary School, provides a nurturing environment for early childhood education. Our dedicated staff prioritise children's personal development, fostering independence through a curriculum that integrates play, learning, and care. Accredited as an Elklan Communication Friendly Setting, we ensure all staff are trained in communication and language development to support diverse needs. OFSTED's January 2025 report highlights our strong relationships with families, diverse community, and effective support for children's self-care skills. We host family learning opportunities and community events to strengthen partnerships with parents.Our facilities are fully accessible, with wheelchair-friendly spaces and a focus on creating a joyful, inclusive atmosphere. The nursery's approach to education is evidenced by positive parent feedback, noting staff's caring nature and the school's effectiveness in supporting children with additional needs. We maintain transparency through regular newsletters, open communication channels, and accessible documentation. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Hanen Program participation and ongoing professional development. Stonehill Nursery School remains dedicated to providing an exceptional start to education through its holistic, child-centred philosophy.
Services
Two Year Old Provision
Three and Four Year Old Provision
Family Learning Programs
Stay and Play Sessions
SEND Support
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Elklan-trained staff specialising in communication and language development
- OFSTED-rated for nurturing relationships and effective family partnerships
- Fully accessible facilities with inclusive learning environments
- Proven success in supporting children's self-care and independence
- Regular family learning opportunities and community engagement events
Associations and certifications
- Elklan Communication Friendly Setting
What people say
Caring and wonderful people
Supportive for children with additional needs
Informative updates at collection time
Positive attendance initiatives
Excellent community engagement
Services
Two Year Old Provision
Our Two Year Old Provision offers tailored early education focusing on communication development and foundational learning skills. Children engage in structured play activities that promote independence while receiving individualised support. The program prepares toddlers for seamless transition to preschool environments through nurturing interactions and evidence-based teaching methods.
Three and Four Year Old Provision
This core program develops essential learning foundations through play-based curricula aligned with national standards. Children build social skills, literacy, and numeracy in stimulating environments. Our OFSTED-rated provision combines structured lessons with creative exploration to foster holistic development for school readiness.
Family Learning Programs
We deliver family learning opportunities led by specialist staff and external partners. These sessions enhance home learning environments through practical strategies for language development, reading readiness, and positive parenting techniques. Programs incorporate Elklan communication methods to support children's ongoing growth.
Stay and Play Sessions
Weekly Stay and Play sessions promote parent-child interaction through guided activities. These informal gatherings encourage social development while allowing families to experience our educational approach. Sessions include book swaps and resource lending to extend learning beyond nursery hours.
SEND Support
Our SENCO and trained staff provide comprehensive support for children with additional needs. The Hanen Program-informed approach ensures individualised interventions, while close parent collaboration maintains consistency between home and nursery environments. OFSTED recognises our effectiveness in supporting diverse learning requirements.
People
Louise Foster
Headteacher
Louise Foster leads Stonehill Nursery School with a commitment to exceptional early education. She champions family partnerships and oversees the implementation of innovative learning strategies across the federated setting.
Lucy
Elklan Coordinator
Lucy manages the Elklan Communication Friendly Setting accreditation. She provides specialist training to staff and supports families in developing children's communication skills through evidence-based practices.
Miss Doxey
SENCO
Miss Doxey coordinates special educational needs provision, implementing the Hanen Program and tailoring support for children with developmental requirements. She maintains close communication with parents and external agencies.
Miss Henson
Administrator
Miss Henson manages administrative operations and serves as primary contact for admissions and information requests. She ensures smooth communication between staff, parents, and external stakeholders.
Questions
What age groups do you accept?
We provide nursery education for children aged two to four years through our Two Year Old and Three to Four Year Old Provisions.
How do you support children with special educational needs?
Our SENCO implements the Hanen Program and Elklan methods, providing individualised support plans while maintaining close parent collaboration for children with additional needs.
What accreditation does Stonehill hold?
We are an Elklan Communication Friendly Setting, with all staff trained in communication and language development to support diverse learning requirements.
How can parents get involved?
We offer Family Learning Programs, Stay and Play Sessions, and weekly book swaps. Parents receive regular updates and can attend community events throughout the year.
What are your operating hours?
Please contact our office directly for current operating hours and session availability for our nursery provisions.
