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[Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [South East](/search?region=South+East) 4. First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury # First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2022) · Chichester College, Brinsbury Campus, Pulborough, RH20 1DL · West Sussex Number of places 70 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2022 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery First Steps Childcare at Brinsbury offers a nurturing environment for young children, situated within the Brinsbury College campus. While the main college website primarily focuses on further education for older students, it indicates that First Steps Childcare is one of its public facilities, suggesting a connection to the educational values and resources of the college. The childcare service provides a convenient option for parents, potentially including college staff or students, by being located directly on campus. Although specific details about the nursery's philosophy, curriculum, and daily activities are not extensively detailed on the college's main page, its inclusion as a public facility implies a commitment to supporting the wider community. Further information would likely be available on a dedicated section or separate website for First Steps Childcare, which would provide insights into its unique offerings and how it integrates with the broader Brinsbury College ethos. What it's like Children develop good bonds with their key person and other staff, helping them to feel secure and cared for. They learn to be empathetic and caring towards others. The manager is passionate about her role, and this ethos is shared with the staff, ensuring good quality outcomes for children. College-affiliated childcare ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/education-and-skills-funding-agency) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm, for 51 weeks of the year Term time / All Year All\_year= Established 2005 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating Last inspected 2 March 2022 · Helen Penticost 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 Children develop good bonds with their key person and other staff, helping them to feel secure and cared for. They learn to be empathetic and caring towards others. The manager is passionate about her role, and this ethos is shared with the staff, ensuring good quality outcomes for children. Inspector highlights - Children develop good bonds with staff and learn empathy. - Children happily lead their own play, showing concentration and curiosity. - Staff actively seek support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities, enabling early diagnosis and support. - Pre-school aged children have a wealth of opportunities to gain knowledge. - Staff develop effective partnerships with parents. Areas to develop - 1 build on staff's good quality teaching skills to further improve consistency in the quality of learning experiences for children - 2 support staff to ensure that nursery routines do not disrupt children's enjoyment of their chosen activity and learning opportunities. Inspection #10220170 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181009) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury Inspection date Mar 2022 Inspection no. 10220170 Lead inspector Helen Penticost Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50181009)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY308040) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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[Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-steps-childcare-brinsbury-rh20-1dl-ey308040) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment highly about the setting and feel that their children make good overall developmental progress. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff actively seek support for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. This enables early diagnosis and support plans to be implemented without delay and for gaps in learning to close swiftly. Staff use the additional funding children receive successfully to support each child's individual needs. Outdoor space Toddlers thoroughly enjoy outdoor play where they build on their physical development. They had a fabulous time splashing in puddles, riding trikes, and learning from good role modelling from staff. Inspection history Date: February 2011 - March 2022 Good - August 2017 Good - March 2014 Good - February 2011 Good ## Frequently asked about First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury ### What outdoor activities are available at First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury? ### Which curriculum approach does First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury use? ### How does First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury support children with SEND? ### Where is First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury located? ### What size of nursery is First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury? ### Does First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury offer holiday or wraparound care? ## Nearby day nurseries in Pulborough Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to First Steps Childcare @ Brinsbury. - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Wakoos Centre4Children Billingshurst · RH14 9RY 4.6(11 reviews) ](/nursery/wakoos-centre4children-ltd-rh14-9ry-ey420054) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.5 mi ### Mini Explorers Nursery@Pulborough Pulborough · RH20 2BF 4.3(75 reviews) ](/nursery/mini-explorers-nursery-pulborough-rh20-2bf-2707973) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### Climbing Bears Billingshurst · RH14 0EE 5.0(7 reviews) ](/nursery/climbing-bears-rh14-0ee-113439) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.6 mi ### St Gabriel's Playgroup Billingshurst · RH14 9QH ](/nursery/st-gabriel-s-playgroup-rh14-9qh-113717) - [ Ofsted: Requires improvement 2.8 mi ### The Treehouse Nursery West Chiltington Pulborough · RH20 2JY ](/nursery/the-treehouse-nursery-west-chiltington-rh20-2jy-2722958) - [ Ofsted: Outstanding 4.5 mi ### Chuckleberries At Coldwaltham Pulborough · RH20 1LW ](/nursery/chuckleberries-at-coldwaltham-rh20-1lw-ey501781) [See all nurseries in Pulborough →](/search?q=Pulborough) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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