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First Step Daycare And Nursery # First Step Daycare And Nursery Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Jul 2025) · 4.2 (6 Google reviews) · 475 & 477 New Cross Road, Deptford, SE14 6TA · Lewisham Number of places 38 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Jul 2025 Local authority Lewisham About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - Reviews - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [Reviews](#reviews) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery First Step Daycare And Nursery strives to create an environment where each child can thrive, recognising and nurturing their individual interests to build confidence and self-esteem. The day nursery operates on the belief that children learn most effectively through hands-on engagement with their surroundings and through experiences that are both meaningful and relevant to them, guided by attentive adults. Their core mission is to cultivate children who are intrinsically motivated, strong listeners, and reflective learners. By ensuring a solid foundation in their early years, First Step aims to prepare children comprehensively for their future educational journeys and beyond. The day nursery offers inclusive services, providing children with access to a wide range of interconnected support and specialist practitioners. Our ethos First Step Daycare and Nursery Ltd believes that children learn most effectively through hands-on, meaningful, and relevant experiences, guided by attentive adults. Their mission is to foster intrinsically motivated, strong listeners, and reflective learners, preparing them for future educational journeys. They focus on nurturing individual interests to build confidence and self-esteem. What it's like Leaders and staff plan a broad and ambitious curriculum, supporting children's language skills through conversation and diverse vocabulary. Children are happy and highly motivated learners with positive attitudes. Staff teach children how to stay safe, manage age-appropriate risks, and promote good manners. Accepts 15 and 30 hours free childcare for eligible children ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. ## Key facts Opening hours 7 AM – 7 PM, open all year round, except on bank holidays Age range 9 months to 5 years Term time / All Year All Year Registered with Ofsted 2023 ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Step Daycare And Nursery Inspection date Jul 2025 Inspection no. 10399920 Lead inspector Marisol Hernandez-Garn Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50284985)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2743459) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number Contact Nursery [ Visit website ](https://www.firststepnursery.co.uk) 475 & 477 New Cross Road, Deptford, SE14 6TA ## Explore day nurseries near Deptford - [Day nurseries in Deptford](/search?q=Deptford) - [Day nurseries in London](/search?q=London) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-step-daycare-and-nursery-ltd-se14-6ta-2743459) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Step Daycare And Nursery Last inspected 23 July 2025 · Marisol Hernandez-Garn Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Leaders and staff plan a broad and ambitious curriculum, supporting children's language skills through conversation and diverse vocabulary. Children are happy and highly motivated learners with positive attitudes. Staff teach children how to stay safe, manage age-appropriate risks, and promote good manners. Inspector highlights - Leaders and staff plan a broad and ambitious curriculum, supporting children's language skills effectively. - The setting uses the local community to teach children about their surroundings, including visits to a market. - Staff set high expectations for children's behaviour, teaching them valuable social skills. - The management team provides an inclusive and welcoming environment, supporting children with SEND. - Staff communicate well with parents, building strong partnerships and providing valuable guidance. Areas to develop - 1 continue to support staff to enhance their teaching performance, to secure the best possible outcomes for children - 2 plan a more focused curriculum for outdoor play to ensure that children can maximise their learning, especially those who prefer to learn in a natural environment. Inspection #10399920 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50284985) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision With additional funding, the management team ensures that children receive the support and resources they need to close any gaps in their development. This benefits children well, especially those who have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Staff have participated in training that helps them assist children with SEND and improve children's communication skills. Outdoor space Staff's curriculum for outdoor play is not as precise as it can be, such as when they visit the local park. This does not fully support children, especially those who prefer to learn in the natural environment. ## Google Reviews of First Step Daycare And Nursery 4.2 (6 Google reviews) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXZtEBTr_a9i7N7vvpSCSAue4l5Z5QnsYb4mSVRaF7Glo8BAZ11=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) TeeByNature 5 years ago Very good nursery I use to work here. The staff value the childrens education and health and safety. Definitely recommend this nursery! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM4M1o3WnFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x487602f50f1d82b1:0x1f22915cf3a6e9de) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVDKccSiuWYBZKoXq6GiVNv4BfsexyFcjGQX8vr6kdwQfLdsTaM=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba5) O G L Lean 7 years ago A wonderful, friendly attitude and so much care for the kids. Highly recommended. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNnMnVYNU1REAE!2m1!1s0x487602f50f1d82b1:0x1f22915cf3a6e9de) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjW0AHSDmLwnapyQZ2vSXcV7duMXXMTmZZdWKMXV2qjLDB1qxlzqPQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Danny Wong 9 years ago Lovely lovely nursery with lovely people looking after the kids! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBcnBfbkF3EAE!2m1!1s0x487602f50f1d82b1:0x1f22915cf3a6e9de) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIfeQJwtvqW1bfQX0RIV8VNGHkcQiE_WqXaZVrQ7bPQ8gLHdw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sasha Lewis 5 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNTNk5XMkVBEAE!2m1!1s0x487602f50f1d82b1:0x1f22915cf3a6e9de) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjVuCG46jev16L02d3pDW_iegQ4LD8oacz_MjHfOukQcod-yi4IG=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) no happy 9 years ago [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURBek9xNjdBRRAB!2m1!1s0x487602f50f1d82b1:0x1f22915cf3a6e9de) Reviews from Google for First Step Daycare And Nursery. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=2243515392794749406&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 23 July 2025 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50284985) ## Frequently asked about First Step Daycare And Nursery ### What are the fees at First Step Daycare And Nursery? ### How does First Step Daycare And Nursery support children with SEND? ### What do the staff qualifications at First Step Daycare And Nursery look like? ### What type of early years setting is First Step Daycare And Nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in Deptford Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to First Step Daycare And Nursery. - [ Ofsted: Outstanding <0.2 mi ### New Cross Community Nursery London · SE14 6QQ 4.7(11 Google reviews) ](/nursery/new-cross-community-nursery-se14-6qq-ey488926) - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Strong Tower Day Nursery London · SE8 4SS 4.3(6 Google reviews) ](/nursery/strong-tower-day-nursery-se8-4ss-2871176) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.2 mi ### Diadems Day Nursery London · SE8 4NS 4.6(11 Google reviews) ](/nursery/diadems-day-nursery-se8-4ns-2556177) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 0.2 mi ### Chairbears Day Nursery London · SE8 4PA 4.7(23 Google reviews) ](/nursery/chairbears-day-nursery-se8-4pa-ey474464) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Goldsmiths SU Nursery London · SE14 6NW 4.8(5 Google reviews) ](/nursery/goldsmiths-su-nursery-se14-6nw-129022) - [ Ofsted: Good 0.3 mi ### Purple Jay Nursery Lewisham London · SE8 4QB 4.2(9 Google reviews) ](/nursery/purple-jay-nursery-lewisham-se8-4qb-2699060) [See all nurseries in Deptford →](/search?q=Deptford) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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