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[South West](/search?region=South+West) 4. First Steps Cornwall - Porthleven # First Steps Cornwall - Porthleven Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2022) · 5.0 (1 parent reviews) · St. Elvans Childrens Centre, Torleven Road, HELSTON, TR13 9BX · Cornwall Number of places 53 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2022 Local authority Cornwall 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 Steps Cornwall provides high-quality childcare for children aged 0-5 years across two locations, Newquay and Porthleven, both proudly holding a 'Good' Ofsted rating. The nursery is dedicated to offering children the best possible start in life through a variety of engaging and enriching activities. They emphasise natural learning, key stage learning, and active learning, encouraging exploration and creativity. The nursery also operates 'The Blues Club' for children up to 12 years old, catering to school-aged children with holiday clubs and wraparound care, making it ideal for working parents. First Steps Cornwall values an open-door policy, inviting prospective families to visit and experience their childcare approach firsthand. Our ethos First Steps Cornwall is dedicated to providing children with the best possible start in life through engaging and enriching activities. They emphasise natural learning, key stage learning, and active learning, encouraging exploration and creativity. The nursery also values an open-door policy to allow families to experience their approach firsthand. What it's like Children have excellent relationships with all the staff and are happy, safe and content in the nursery. They develop their natural curiosity and explore independently, showing high levels of self-control and respect for others. The management team has implemented strategies to support children's personal, social and emotional development, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Good Ofsted Rating 0-5 years childcare Blues Club for school-aged children Natural Learning Key Stage Learning Active Learning ## 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.firststepscornwall.co.uk/education/government-funding) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday, from 7.45am until 6.15pm, for 50 weeks of the year Session types Full Day Care, Blues Holiday Club, Blues Breakfast and Wraparound Club after school, Holiday Club Age range 0-5 years ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Steps Cornwall - Porthleven Inspection date Feb 2022 Inspection no. 10126037 Lead inspector Rachel Cornish Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50179501)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY477643) 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.firststepscornwall.co.uk) St. Elvans Childrens Centre, Torleven Road, HELSTON, TR13 9BX [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-5.31232/50.09098/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near HELSTON - [Day nurseries in HELSTON](/search?q=HELSTON) - [Day nurseries in South West](/search?q=South+West) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-steps-cornwall-ltd-porthleven-tr13-9bx-ey477643) Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Steps Cornwall - Porthleven Last inspected 8 February 2022 · Rachel Cornish Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Outstanding Personal development Outstanding Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children have excellent relationships with all the staff and are happy, safe and content in the nursery. They develop their natural curiosity and explore independently, showing high levels of self-control and respect for others. The management team has implemented strategies to support children's personal, social and emotional development, particularly in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Inspector highlights - Children have excellent relationships with all the staff. - Children show exceedingly high levels of self-control and respect for others. - Senior leaders have a clear vision for the setting and develop a broad and ambitious curriculum. - The SENCos quickly identify any areas of concern in a child's development and welcome other professionals. - Staff support children to learn about healthy lifestyles and practise physical skills indoors and outdoors. Areas to develop - 1 strengthen staff development to ensure that all interactions continually focus on building children's knowledge. Inspection #10126037 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50179501) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents comment positively on the partnerships between themselves and staff. > They state that staff are friendly and supportive, and that their children are happy and settled at the welcoming nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The special educational needs coordinators (SENCos) quickly identify any areas of concern in a child's development. They welcome other professionals into the setting to provide advice for staff and parents. The SENCos help staff to make plans to adapt the curriculum to meet the children's learning needs, while further assessments are undertaken. Staff consider how additional funding is spent to ensure it makes the intended difference for children. Outdoor space Staff ensure that children have fresh air and exercise. Children practise their physical skills indoors and outdoors. Older children learn to climb up confidently and roll down slopes safely. ## Parent Reviews of First Steps Cornwall - Porthleven 5.0 (1) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjUIBCE9I0RL0jkJcSGnAf8bSpDbyE2dnnIbmTctTqTpTi98oy4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Tillie Marshall 2 years ago Porthleven first steps in my opinion is one of the best nurserys. The staff are so understanding and communicate with the parents really well, they make everyday full of fun for the kids, they're really welcoming and kind. A great team. They provide so much for the children, the outdoor area is amazing, the indoor play is fun with lots of sensory play and imaginative play. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ1b3QyQTNRRRAB!2m1!1s0x486ad84ff978caef:0xb4dabc68b1ef70b9) Reviews from Google for First Steps Cornwall - Porthleven. 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