{"id":30,"date":"2022-01-18T18:51:28","date_gmt":"2022-01-18T18:51:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/?page_id=30"},"modified":"2026-03-12T12:14:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T12:14:43","slug":"philosophy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/?page_id=30","title":{"rendered":"Welcome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_5417-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_5417-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_5417-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_5417-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_5417-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_5417-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/IMG_5417-1-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:300\">We are situated in our own building on the site of Stoberry Park School. Our building is designed for preschool aged children, with low level facilities and a free flowing system for children to choose their activities independently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:300\">To enhance our teaching and learning experiences, we also make the most of our beautiful outside areas; our garden, mud kitchen and outside play areas as well as the wonderful wider school grounds.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have an experienced, friendly and professional team of staff; our small-scale setting means that everyone gets to know your child, ensuring that their individual needs are met throughout their time with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stepping Stones has been <strong>running for over 35 years<\/strong> and we welcome applications from every family within our community and the surrounding area of Wells in Somerset.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/012-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-792 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/012-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/012-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/012-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/012-1536x1019.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/012-2048x1359.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-google-maps-container30_c77ad9-14{max-width:600px;height:350px;margin-top:40px;margin-bottom:40px;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;}<\/style><div class=\"kb-google-maps-container kb-google-maps-container30_c77ad9-14  wp-block-kadence-googlemaps\" data-mapid=\"30_c77ad914\"><iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"border:0\" loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed\/v1\/place?key=AIzaSyBAM2o7PiQqwk15LC1XRH2e_KJ-jUa7KYk&#038;zoom=15&#038;maptype=roadmap&#038;q=stepping+stones+playgroup+wells\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"Google map of stepping stones playgroup wells\"><\/iframe><\/div><script>function kb_google_map30_c77ad914() { let center = { lat: 37.8201, lng: -122.4781}; let map = new google.maps.Map(document.getElementById(\"kb-google-map30_c77ad914\"), {\n\t\t\t\t\t    zoom: 15,\n\t\t\t\t\t    center: center,});let marker = new google.maps.Marker({   position: { lat: 37.8201, lng: -122.4781},    map: map,  });}<\/script>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5265-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-789 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5265-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5265-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5265-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5265-1536x1151.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We can accept children from the age of two until they reach school age. Each child is assigned a Keyworker who charts their progress during their time with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We have a very strong and healthy bond with Stoberry Park school, making the transition into starting school an easy and exciting adventure for our children.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are surrounded by natural space. Our outside play area, beautiful garden and mud kitchen are wonderful, fun places to explore.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"707\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5085-1-707x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-826 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5085-1-707x1024.jpg 707w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5085-1-207x300.jpg 207w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5085-1-768x1113.jpg 768w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5085-1-1060x1536.jpg 1060w, https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/IMG_5085-1.jpg 1350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 707px) 100vw, 707px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id30_c5c3dc-8e > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top:1px solid #eeeeee;border-right:1px solid #eeeeee;border-bottom:1px solid #eeeeee;border-left:2px solid #0e9cd1;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id30_c5c3dc-8e kt-accordion-has-11-panes kt-active-pane-9 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-arrow kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"none\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-8 kt-pane30_410011-2a\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Our Aims<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learning can and should be fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here at Stepping Stones Preschool we aim to provide opportunities for creative and physical play with more specific skills involved in preparation for your child&#8217;s future education, in accordance with Ofsted and the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We provide a safe, exciting, happy and caring environment for your child to learn and grow. We recognise that each child has differing needs and therefore we encourage each child&#8217;s physical, intellectual, emotional and social skills through their play, to help them discover more about themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We aim to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn through play,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer a wide range of stimulating activities and experiences,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To work closely with parents and carers as your child&#8217;s educators,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure your child feels secure and valued,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue to develop learning based on their individual needs and abilities,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer opportunities to play independently and engage in planned activities,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have opportunities to initiate games based on their own interests,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue to regularly update our training and skills to ensure we deliver the best learning opportunities and keep informed of changing government legislation and policies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-11 kt-pane30_8bff59-1d\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">How Stepping Stones is run<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stepping Stones Preschool (Wells) CIO is a registered charity (No. 1216020) governed by an elected voluntary committee of parents, carers and teachers from Stoberry Park school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The day-to-day running of our establishment is the responsibility of the Preschool Leader, in cooperation with all staff. They are supported by the Trustees and Committee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being a member is a very worthwhile experience, giving you greater involvement in the vitally important early stages of your child&#8217;s education. We would welcome you to consider joining at any stage in the year, and have the unique opportunity to be involved in how the Preschool is run and how the children are cared for and educated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Annual General Meeting is held every year in the autumn term and this is when the Trustees and Committee for the following year is elected. The Committee is responsible for setting up the preschool&#8217;s policies, managing and engaging staff, fundraising and organising social events. The Committee try to meet once every half term, on a Wednesday evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The way we run Stepping Stones is governed by our policies and procedures and our Constitution, which are reviewed annually with regard to Ofsted recommendations and with the help of the Early Years Alliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A list of current Trustees and committee members can be found in the Preschool. Please feel free to contact any member directly if you have any questions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-9 kt-pane30_7eee17-24\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Keyworkers<\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All children in our care are allocated a member of staff who will be their Keyworker. The Keyworker role involves helping the child settle into preschool and recording their developmental progress. Children will be regularly observed and assessed so that we can plan for your child&#8217;s individual needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our staff are available to discuss your child&#8217;s progress with you after sessions if you wish. If you feel you need more time with your child&#8217;s Keyworker, you can book an appointment at a convenient time for you to come into playgroup and discuss anything further.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-6 kt-pane30_3e07d0-ad\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\">Ofsted <\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the link to our most recent <a href=\"https:\/\/files.ofsted.gov.uk\/v1\/file\/50247720\">Ofsted report<\/a> completed in April 2024. We were awarded GOOD in all areas of our provision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"103\" height=\"103\" src=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ofstedgood.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-249\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:300\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Ofsted Recent Report<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cChildren are keen to enter this friendly preschool and settle to play quickly. Staff are very caring and sensitive to children&#8217;s needs. Children interact easily with staff and give them spontaneous hugs and smiles.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cStaff give a clear focus to supporting any children with special educational needs and\/or disabilities and promote inclusion very well. They have raised their awareness of how to identify any specific additional needs a child may have, and how they can provide appropriate activities to support all children&#8217;s learning.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cStaff monitor children&#8217;s progress and plan activities to support what they know and can do. Children learn well through this approach overall. Staff use praise and encouragement effectively to help children develop good self-esteem.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We are situated in our own building on the site of Stoberry Park School. Our building is designed for preschool aged children, with low level facilities and a free flowing system for children to choose their activities independently. To enhance our teaching and learning experiences, we also make the most of our beautiful outside areas;<\/p>\n<p class=\"more-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/?page_id=30\" class=\"more-link\">Continue Reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;Welcome&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"template-full.php","meta":{"_crdt_document":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-30","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/30","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=30"}],"version-history":[{"count":93,"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/30\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":994,"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/30\/revisions\/994"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/steppingstoneswells.co.uk\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=30"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}