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Childcare & Early Education
About Us
We believe that early education is the foundation for lifelong learning. Derwent Stepping Stones nurseries strive to combine local outstanding early learning and affordable childcare to give children the best start on their educational journey.
Originally established in 1988, Derwent Stepping Stones began with a group of women who came together when they were unable to work due to a lack of affordable, local childcare. Since that day, community has remained at the heart of everything we do. We deeply care about and support the communities in which we work, providing high quality early education and local childcare to families, and opportunities and traineeships for young people wanting to develop a rewarding career in childcare.
Our locations have modern facilities and an engaging and creative learning programme, we are able to help as many families as we can in and around Derby city. If you think Derwent Stepping Stones might be the solution to your local childcare needs, we’d love to speak with you and discuss the variety of affordable and flexible childcare packages we have available.
From October 2022 Derwent Stepping Stones has become a wholly owned subsidiary of YMCA Derbyshire and joined a network of over 80 YMCA nurseries across the country. This new partnership will assist us in further expanding our services and support for families.
As soon as Holly saw the room she would be in I could tell by her face it was where she wanted to play. It was bright and welcoming, and the staff were extremely nice.
Holly’s mum
Impressed by the way the staff meet and greet both parents and children and take good care of the children.
Sophie's mum
We are really grateful of your support both practically and emotionally - you have helped us no end.
