{"id":60,"date":"2024-02-06T08:59:25","date_gmt":"2024-02-06T08:59:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/?page_id=60"},"modified":"2025-07-01T00:41:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T00:41:03","slug":"news","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/news\/","title":{"rendered":"News"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full feature\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1008\" src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/NEWS.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-157\" style=\"object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ghostkit-grid ghostkit-grid-gap-md ghostkit-grid-justify-content-center\"><div class=\"ghostkit-grid-inner\">\n<div class=\"ghostkit-col ghostkit-col-12\"><div class=\"ghostkit-col-content is-layout-flow wp-block-ghostkit-grid-column-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list has-dates wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/07\/28\/ofsted-rates-home-by-the-sea-nursery-as-good-across-all-areas\/\" aria-label=\"Ofsted Rates \u2018Home by the Sea\u2019 Nursery as Good Across All Areas\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"539\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/homenews.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/07\/28\/ofsted-rates-home-by-the-sea-nursery-as-good-across-all-areas\/\">Ofsted Rates \u2018Home by the Sea\u2019 Nursery as Good Across All Areas<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-07-28T10:38:55+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">July 28, 2025<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We\u2019re proud to share that Home by the Sea, part of the iStep group, has been rated&nbsp;Good&nbsp;in all areas by Ofsted (June 2025). The report highlights our commitment to a nurturing, inclusive environment where children <a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/07\/28\/ofsted-rates-home-by-the-sea-nursery-as-good-across-all-areas\/\" class=\"more-link\">&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Ofsted Rates \u2018Home by the Sea\u2019 Nursery as Good Across All Areas<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/06\/30\/tavistock-achieves-elklan-cfs-status\/\" aria-label=\"Tavistock achieves Elklan CFS Status\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/news.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"539\" height=\"405\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/06\/30\/tavistock-achieves-elklan-cfs-status\/\">Tavistock achieves Elklan CFS Status<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-06-30T01:46:46+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">June 30, 2025<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Tavistock Nursery is now officially recognised as an Elklan Communication Friendly Setting.\n\nThis means our team has completed specialist training in supporting children\u2019s speech, language and communication from the very start. We\u2019ve worked together to create an environment that encourages talking, listening and understanding in everyday routines and play.\n\nStrong communication skills help children feel confident, build friendships, and learn more easily. We\u2019re proud to have achieved this award and to be giving every child the best start with language.<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/03\/30\/we-proudly-announce-that-bambinos-woolwell-has-been-rated-outstanding-in-every-area-following-our-ofsted-inspection-in-march-2025\/\" aria-label=\"We proudly announce that Bambinos Woolwell has been rated Outstanding in every area following our Ofsted inspection in March 2025.\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/woolwell.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"539\" height=\"405\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/03\/30\/we-proudly-announce-that-bambinos-woolwell-has-been-rated-outstanding-in-every-area-following-our-ofsted-inspection-in-march-2025\/\">We proudly announce that Bambinos Woolwell has been rated Outstanding in every area following our Ofsted inspection in March 2025.<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-03-30T02:05:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">March 30, 2025<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">The inspectors described the nursery as \u201chomely\u201d and full of \u201cstimulating learning experiences\u201d that help children thrive in every way \u2014 from strong physical development to confident communication and a deep love of learning.\n<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/03\/29\/lower-beeding-retains-ofsted-outstanding-rating\/\" aria-label=\"Lower Beeding Retains Ofsted Outstanding Rating\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/lb.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"539\" height=\"405\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/03\/29\/lower-beeding-retains-ofsted-outstanding-rating\/\">Lower Beeding Retains Ofsted Outstanding Rating<\/a><time datetime=\"2025-03-29T02:08:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">March 29, 2025<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We\u2019re proud to share that Lower Beeding Day Nursery &#038; Preschool has once again been rated Outstanding across all areas in its latest Ofsted inspection.\n\nThe report celebrated the nursery\u2019s inclusive and empowering approach, praising staff as \u201cexceptionally skilled\u201d and noting how \u201call children thrive\u201d in the warm, child-led environment.\nLower Beeding is part of The Nursery Family under the iStep Learning group, and this result is a shining example of the group\u2019s commitment to high-quality early years care<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/10\/30\/rocking-horse-nursery\/\" aria-label=\"Rocking Horse Nursery\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/rh3.png\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"539\" height=\"405\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/10\/30\/rocking-horse-nursery\/\">Rocking Horse Nursery<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-10-30T15:10:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">October 30, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We are delighted to welcome Rocking Horse Nursery to iStep Learning. Rocking Horse Nursery is located in Godalming, Surrey, and will join our The Nursery Family brand.<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/09\/30\/home-from-home-nursery-rebrand\/\" aria-label=\"Home from Home Nursery Rebrand\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/sea2.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"539\" height=\"405\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/09\/30\/home-from-home-nursery-rebrand\/\">Home from Home Nursery Rebrand<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-09-30T15:11:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">September 30, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We are excited to announce the rebrand of Home from Home Nursery to The Home by the Sea Day Nursery and Pre-School. This change reflects our commitment to nurturing young children in a warm and inspiring environment while embracing the coastal beauty of our Hove location. We look forward to continuing our journey of delivering outstanding early years education as part of the iStep Learning group<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/07\/01\/footsteps-day-nurseries-rebrand\/\" aria-label=\"Footsteps day Nurseries rebrand\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/crowm.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"544\" height=\"408\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/07\/01\/footsteps-day-nurseries-rebrand\/\">Footsteps day Nurseries rebrand<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-07-01T00:16:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">July 1, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Following the successful integration of Footsteps Nurseries into the iStep Learning group, and in response to numerous requests from our practitioners, we are pleased to announce a rebrand of our nurseries. Cromwell Road and Portslade Day Nurseries and Pre-schools remain dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care and education for every child. They are excited to continue their growth in partnership with iStep Learning.<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/05\/01\/home-from-home-day-nursery\/\" aria-label=\"Home from Home Day Nursery\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/hfhnews.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"1023\" height=\"768\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/05\/01\/home-from-home-day-nursery\/\">Home from Home Day Nursery<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-05-01T00:21:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 1, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Home from Home is an Ofsted \u201cOutstanding\u201d single nursery located in Hove, East Sussex. Nestled in a beautiful converted Victorian property, with a spacious and enchanting outdoor area, Home from Home is a much-loved nursery in the area.<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/05\/01\/stepping-stones-day-nursery-and-pre-school\/\" aria-label=\"Stepping Stones Day Nursery and Pre-school\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/stepping-news.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"1023\" height=\"768\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/05\/01\/stepping-stones-day-nursery-and-pre-school\/\">Stepping Stones Day Nursery and Pre-school<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-05-01T00:01:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">May 1, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">Stepping Stones Day Nursery and Pre-school is an Ofsted graded \u201cOutstanding\u201d single nursery located in Okehampton, Devon. We provide a happy, caring, safe and secure environment, enabling the children in our care to thrive and be stimulated through their surroundings, activities and resources<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/02\/01\/muddy-boots-day-nurseries\/\" aria-label=\"Muddy Boots Day Nurseries\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/mbnews.png\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"544\" height=\"408\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20100%%20100%%22%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%22100%%22%20height%3D%22100%%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2024\/02\/01\/muddy-boots-day-nurseries\/\">Muddy Boots Day Nurseries<\/a><time datetime=\"2024-02-01T00:29:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">February 1, 2024<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">we are pleased to announce that Muddy Boots, a group of 3 nurseries based in Exeter has joined our group and will join our Bambinos Day Nurseries and Preschool brand<\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__featured-image alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2023\/12\/01\/frogmore-montessori-nursery-and-preschool\/\" aria-label=\"Frogmore Montessori Nursery and Preschool\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:768\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bamb.jpg\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201024%20768%22%20width%3D%221024%22%20height%3D%22768%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%221024%22%20height%3D%22768%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"iStep Learning Nursery\" style=\"\" \/><\/a><\/div><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/index.php\/2023\/12\/01\/frogmore-montessori-nursery-and-preschool\/\">Frogmore Montessori Nursery and Preschool<\/a><time datetime=\"2023-12-01T00:33:00+00:00\" class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-date\">December 1, 2023<\/time><div class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-excerpt\">We are delighted to welcome Frogmore Montessori Nursery to our group. Frogmore Montessori is located in Plymouth and will join our Bambinos Day Nurseries &#038; Preschool brand.<\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-white-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"ghostkit-grid ghostkit-grid-gap-custom ghostkit-custom-2t8uki\"><div class=\"ghostkit-grid-inner\">\n<div class=\"ghostkit-col ghostkit-col-sm-3 ghostkit-col-md-12 ghostkit-col-lg-6 ghostkit-col-grow ghostkit-col-align-self-center\"><div class=\"ghostkit-col-content is-layout-flow wp-block-ghostkit-grid-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenurseryfamily.co.uk\/\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TNFnobackground1.png\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201024%201024%22%20width%3D%221024%22%20height%3D%221024%22%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%221024%22%20height%3D%221024%22%20fill%3D%22transparent%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-47\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"ghostkit-col ghostkit-col-sm-3 ghostkit-col-md-12 ghostkit-col-lg-6 ghostkit-col-grow ghostkit-col-align-self-center\"><div class=\"ghostkit-col-content is-layout-flow wp-block-ghostkit-grid-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bambinosdaynursery.co.uk\/\"><img data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mlax7rmzpoig.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/isteplearning.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bambinos.png\"  decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" 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