First Steps Nursery is situated in a quiet rural setting surrounded by woodlands in the village of Maxey where children enjoy the large divided play areas as well as nature trails and regular walks which include feeding the ducks, visiting the pig farm and watching the horses.
The Nursery is run from a single storey detached building, which has been converted to provide a spacious and well- equipped facility. A separate self contained mobile unit is provided for the 2-3 age group. There are three secure garden areas to provide a variety of play for each age range.
There is ample car parking at the front of the premises.
The Nursery is registered by Ofsted to provide full day care for 54 children, 0 months to 5 years.
Nursery Philosophy and Aims
To provide high quality child care, where each child is valued and encouraged to obtain their full potential.
To enhance the development and education of pre-school children.
To provide a homely, safe, happy, secure and stimulating environment.
To work with parents to establish an effective partnership between home and Nursery.
A place for children to feel secure, relaxed, enjoy themselves, socialise with their peers and develop at their own individual pace.
To work within a framework which, provides equality for all children, families and staff.
To ensure your child's smooth transition into Nursery life we offer a settling-in period. If there are tears and you and your child are upset, please rely on the advice of our staff who are here to help you and provide the best care for your child.
The Nursery aims to meet the needs of all children, parents and carers, taking into consideration ethnicity, culture, religion, language, age, ability and social circumstances.
The Nursery maintains a pro-active attitude towards parents and outside agencies, identifying children with particular needs and formulating programme of support and strategies.
All children are given equal opportunity with freedom from discrimination in their play, learning and relationships.
Our ongoing staff training programme ensures that a high quality of child care is maintained.
The Nursery has detailed formal policies on all aspects of the Nursery which are available to parents at all times. These are regularly updated and reviewed.
Highlights
Staff take advantage of the rural setting with the country side at its door step, children go for nature trails, feed the ducks visit the farm on regular intervals.
Freshly prepared healthy two course meals cooked by the qualified Nursery chef.
Pictures
Large play ground used by 2-4 year units
mobile playground used for planned activitie
Pre-school room used for children 2-5
Refurbished Baby units 0- walking known as bu
Other Information
Eligible for Nursery Education Grants:
Yes
Snacks Provided:
Yes
Lunch Provided:
Yes
Special Needs:
Yes
Min Age:
Birth
Max Age:
5 Years
After School Care:
No
Number of Children per carer:
3
Number of Employees:
Over 10
Enclosed Outdoor Play Area:
Yes
Directions
Follow the signs A15 to Sleaford from Peteborough, continue to follow the road staight down until you see the signs for Maxey. Turn left into Maxey High street, turn right onto Castle End Road, follow the road to the bottom and First Steps is on your right.
