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Stepping Stones Day Nursery & Pre-School, Speedwell
Stepping Stones Day Nursery and Pre-School’s ideal location makes it highly popular amongst families living in the Speedwell, Hillifields and Clay Hill areas of Bristol.
As a Partou nursery, we believe that children should receive the best possible start to their educational journey. That’s why we work exceptionally hard to provide an engaging, exciting environment where children can thrive.
Facilities
Bright, spacious playrooms that provide a welcoming ‘home from home’ environment and are perfect for fun, educational activities
A range of extra-curricular activities for all ages, including daily yoga sessions
Healthy and delicious meals from our seasonal menu, freshly prepared at the nursery
An amazing outdoor space, fully equipped with toys and play zones that are great for physical development
Highly qualified, experienced staff who are experts in early years care and education
Funded childcare places available
The Partou experience
At Partou, the children lead the way. They explore their surroundings and learn about the world they live in, by choosing for themselves which activity they want to join in with next.
Our team are there to care for them and keep them safe. To nurture their emerging abilities and encourage them to seize each fun-packed day. But not to tell them what to do next.
Why? Because when children are allowed to choose their own activities, rather than being told what to do, they naturally choose the activities they’re most interested in. And scientific research has shown that being interested in what they’re doing is the easiest and best way for children to learn.
Food & nutrition
Creating healthy eating habits for young children stretches far beyond their time with us. It encourages a lifelong positive relationship with food whilst building healthy bodies and healthy minds. Here’s how we encourage healthy eating habits:
- Rotating menus: Evidence shows regular exposure to foods helps children to develop their taste for them, yet we still want to offer variety. So, we rotate our menus on a three-to-four-week basis, offering the perfect balance between exposing children to new foods yet allowing them to become familiar with flavours.
- A lunchtime focus: We prioritise lunch as a time where children can enjoy their food. There is a social aspect to all lunches and, where possible, children are encouraged to take an active interest in the food they eat.
- Fresh food everyday: We serve children fresh food every day and accommodate many different dietary requirements. We have procedures in place to protect children with food allergies and offer different meal options too. If your child has a dietary requirement, simply let us know as part of our registration process and we’ll make sure we meet the needs of your child.
Nursery fees
| Age | Weekly rate (5 full days) |
Full day 7.30am – 6pm |
Morning session 7.30am – 1pm |
Afternoon session 1pm – 6pm |
| 0-2 | £288.75 | £63.75 | £39.25 | £37.25 |
| 2-3 | £288.75 | £63.75 | £39.25 | £37.25 |
| 3+ | £273.75 | £60.25 | £37.25 | £34.50 |
Other fees & discounts
- Registration fee: £75 (non-refundable) or registration deposit £75 (see terms and conditions for eligibility).
- 5% discount for eldest child for siblings.
- 5% discount for Blue Light Card holders.
- Late pick up fees and administration fees for late payments also apply.
Only one discount can be applied at any time. Terms & conditions apply
What’s included in our fees?
Our full fees (as shown above) combine care fee and meals and consumables fees.
Care fees include: trained, qualified team members taking care of your child, regular updates about your child and their progress at nursery, a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities tailored to the needs of your child, and use of the nursery building facilities.
Meals & consumables fees cover the cost of all food and drinks we provide your child whilst in our care, plus all of those other important daily care items needed such as nappies, wet wipes, sun cream, soap, plus other health and hygiene essentials.
Government funded childcare
If you’re eligible for government funded childcare, this funding only applies to the care fee (as described above). Meals and consumables fees are fully chargeable for all sessions including funded.
Our meals and consumables fee for funded sessions are:
| Full day | Morning session | Afternoon session |
| £12.00 | £6.85 | £5.15 |
Learn more about government funded childcare.
Other key information
- We follow the term time dates as set by our local authority.
- Bank holidays are fully chargeable.
- We close at 4pm on Christmas Eve.
- We’re closed between Christmas and New Year.
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Stepping Stones
Day Nursery
& Pre-school
01179 658241
Mon - Fri, 7.30am to 6.00pm (excl. bank holidays)
Stepping Stones Day Nursery, 155 Whitefield Rd, Speedwell, Bristol BS5 7UB
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What families say?
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P T
09 July 2025
My son has been attending here since January and he has improved so much! The staff are lovely and caring which has made it very easy for me to drop him off in the mornings ! He have become very settled there and enjoys it ! thank you to the staff !
M A
30 June 2025
This is my 2nd child I have had attend this nursery & is due to leave & go to primary school in Sept. I have nothing but good things to say about the staff at Stepping Stones. My 2nd child was fortunate to have the same keyworker as my 1st child. Their keyworker has been so supportive and caring towa...
Catherine T
24 June 2025
My little boy has attended Stepping Stones since he was 18 months old, and will soon be leaving to start his school journey. Through his transitioning stages of baby room, toddlers and pre-school, he has consistently been supported, encouraged, enriched, and wonderfully taken care. Huge thanks, Stepp...
C H
22 June 2025
My two daughters very much like the staff at stepping stones nursery. They are always at hand to read them a story. When I have come into the nursery at pick up all the children are happy playing or doing an activity with one of the staff members.
K R
13 June 2025
My daughter has been at this nursery since she was 8 months old and she is now 3.5 years old and in 'big girl class' aka pre-school. The nursery have been absolutely amazing in their support for her and for us through these years. As a naturally cautious child, she can be easily overwhelmed and I am ...
Laura E
13 June 2025
We've had a wonderful experience with this nursery and are so happy with the care and attention our child receives. The staff are absolutely fantastic - kind, professional, and clearly passionate about what they do. They create a nurturing, fun, and enriching environment that our child genuinely love...
B D
12 June 2025
My son has attended the nursery since last September and he's loved it from the first day. We've noticed more consistency with staff compared to last year and many improvements have been made in the baby room in a short period of time. The staff is lovely and good at communicating (at the end of the ...
Joanna S
07 June 2025
Stepping Stones is an incredible nursery. The care that the manager and her staff give the children is 110%. Our children have SEN and they are never made to feel like a problem - the staff support them so well in meeting their goals. They have supported us too as parents when things have been hard. ...
Debra W
05 June 2025
This nursery is excellent. Two members of staff in particular and the team that works at Patou Stepping Stones are so friendly. I feel very happy that my little girl goes here. She enjoys doing the activities and they look after her well ).
H K
04 June 2025
As a mother, I'm very happy with the nursery. The teachers are kind, caring, and patient. My child feels safe, happy, and excited to go every day. The management is well-organized and always keeps parents informed. It's a loving place where children grow, learn, and feel truly valued.
M W
04 June 2025
My son has attended Stepping Stones since he was a baby and is now approaching age 4. He is so happy at this nursery and the staff really know him and what he needs. When he shows an interest in something, they pursue this with him and we have seen his confidence really develop. Not to mention that h...
F R
27 March 2025
Our son has been attending Stepping Stones since September. He has been really happy there and the staff team are warm and communicate well. His key worker has been amazing, discussing his day with us and singing songs with us at the Mother's Day afternoon tea.
Maria L
11 March 2025
Despite changes in management and staff over time, I have started to see more consistency at the nursery and also on the app . Whenever I've had any concerns, I've felt comfortable speaking to the staff, who have always been welcoming and supportive. It gives me peace of mind knowing my child is in h...
C S
03 March 2025
My youngest child has just moved up to the toddler room from the baby room and my oldest attended Stepping Stones as a toddler and preschooler from 2021-2023. The staff are lovely, supportive, and have been a huge help in accommodating my children's dietary requirements. Each room has a great selecti...
C S
28 February 2025
Love the flexibility with this nursery. Staff are always friendly, they have a lovely outdoor space which is used often and various different indoor areas, with lots of different activities set out. My daughter really enjoys going here, Have been using this nursery since 2021.
Why Partou?
For us at Partou, childcare isn’t just a job, it’s a journey – one where every child leads us in a unique new direction.
As part of the Netherlands’ largest childcare group, we’ve access to world-leading expertise in learning and development, so you can be confident your child will benefit from an experience as unique as they are.
Of course, care is as much about empathy as education, and ours is a child-led approach that emphasises building confidence and curiosity – so that every child in our care has the freedom to flourish.
Reassurance for you and your little one
Care
We’re more than just a team; we’re a close community driven by our passion for childcare, and our commitment to each individual child’s development. We know that by working together, we’re stronger.
Compassion
In our community, compassion isn’t just a word; it’s our way of life. By embracing our differences, we make our community more diverse and vibrant. We build strong, supportive relationships with the children and each other, based on trust and understanding.
Continuous learning
We believe strongly in development, for the children in our care and for ourselves. Through continuous learning, we help our team and our children reach their full potential. Together, we make a positive impact, in our communities and across wider society.
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