Originally founded in 1996, First Steps Nursery has been proud to serve the Macclesfield area for 30 years. First established in Bollington from 1996, our nursery relocated to Macclesfield in 2016 and is now based inside the Calvary Church on Merebrook Road.
First Steps Nursery is a well established nursery, we work well with families and have developed strong links in the community.
We value the abilities and achievements of each individual child, and are committed to providing the best possible environment for learning and development. We aim to: provide high quality care and education for children below statutory school age; work in partnership with parents and carers to help children learn and develop; add to the life and well-being of the local community; offer children and their parents/carers a service that promotes equality and values diversity. Come and join us in First Steps Nursery where your child/children can play, explore (whatever the weather), have fun in the mud kitchen, bake, go on trips, explore the indoor classrooms and more… the list is endless!
2 years to 5 years
Fully wheelchair accessible
Accessibility ramps
Disabled parking
Fully accessible toilet
Handrails
PECS training
Registered for 2-year-old funding
Registered for 3-and-4-year-old funding
ADHD
Autism spectrum
Behaviour difficulties
Cerebral palsy
Diabetes
Downs syndrome
Dyslexia
Dyspraxia
Emotional needs
Experienced SENCo
Global delay development
Hearing difficulties
Learning difficulties
Social development impairment
Special diets
Speech and language
Visual impairment
We support those with physical and/or learning disabilities
Our last OFSTED inspection outcome was rated 'Good'.
Read the full report here: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY540706
Here are some key quotes from the report:
“A welcoming, bright and friendly nursery.”
“The warm and hospitable atmosphere helps children to settle quickly, ready to learn.”
“Children are independent and self-assured.”
“Children enjoy a broad and varied curriculum and make good progress across all areas of learning.”
“Staff are kind and gentle, in turn children are happy, relaxed and settled.”
“This is an inclusive nursery, where everyone feels important.”
“Leaders and staff create a welcoming, bright and friendly nursery.”
“Staff, children and parents benefit from a driven and supportive senior leadership team.”
“This infectious enthusiasm and humour helps to inspire children, who are keen to try hard and do their best.”
“A robust key-person system successfully helps to foster positive relationships between children and staff.”
“Children in this setting are safe and secure.”
“Children are confident communicators.”
“There is an open and positive culture around safeguarding that puts children’s interests first.”
“Learning in nature is a cornerstone of this setting.”
“A ‘forest garden’ enables children to explore insects, plants and learn about the natural world around them.”
“Children play outside every day.”
“Children’s good health is well promoted as they experience daily fresh air and exercise.”
“Children take care of their environment and understand the impact they have on the world around them.”
Our standard sessions are as follows:
Morning session: 09:00–11:30
Afternoon session: 12.30–15.00
We also have additional hours available, with the following rates applying outside of government funding.
Pre-care: 08:00– 09:00 (£6.00, breakfast included on request)
Lunch club: 11.30–14:30 (£6.00)
Aftercare: 15:00–15:15 (£3.00)
CCTV
Computer facilities
Garden
Parent parking
Quiet area
Secure outdoor play area and equipment
Separate sleeping area
Visits, outings and appointments
Healthy meals
Refreshments