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First Steps Nursery in Grimsby

Ofsted: Good
(Dec 2024)
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5.0(3 parent reviews) ·Ice House, Victor Street, Grimsby, DN32 7QN · North East Lincolnshire
Number of places
52 places
Age range
2–4 yrs
Last inspected
Dec 2024
Local authority
North East Lincolnshire

About this day nursery

First Steps Grimsby Ltd is a day nursery in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, dedicated to providing exceptional care for children from birth to five years old. The nursery focuses on creating a relaxing and calm atmosphere where children can confidently begin their educational journey.

They aim to provide a safe and stimulating environment with a strong emphasis on continuous safety monitoring. The nursery offers a custom-built baby room, opened in 2005, which is equipped with areas for wet and messy play, as well as quiet sleep corners.

For older children aged two to five, there are ample opportunities and amenities for exploration. Each child is assigned a key childcare worker who is committed to their individual development and welfare, acknowledging that every child has unique needs.

The nursery is staffed by a fully qualified and experienced team, offering a foundation stage curriculum and providing fresh, hot meals. They pride themselves on an excellent OFSTED report and welcome children from across Grimsby and Lincolnshire.

Parents are encouraged to visit the nursery to experience the facilities and meet the team firsthand.

What it's like

Children arrive happy and are warmly greeted by staff who know the children and community very well. Learning is carefully thought out, so that it gives all children the skills and knowledge they need for later life. Staff are well deployed across the setting and engage with small groups of children, guiding their play.

Experienced & Qualified StaffFoundation Stage CurriculumFresh Hot MealsExcellent OFSTED ReportKey Person for Each Child

Pricing & funding

Funding accepted

15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs)
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Key facts

Opening hours

all year round from Monday to Friday. Sessions are from 8am until 6pm.

Age range

Birth to 5 years

Food

Fresh Hot Meals

Ofsted Inspection

Ofsted rating for First Steps Nursery

Last inspected 5 December 2024

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 arrive happy and are warmly greeted by staff who know the children and community very well. Learning is carefully thought out, so that it gives all children the skills and knowledge they need for later life. Staff are well deployed across the setting and engage with small groups of children, guiding their play.

Inspector highlights

  • Managers and staff help children to build on their existing knowledge and skills.
  • Staff develop children's social skills, promoting turn-taking and memory skills.
  • Care routines are used well to promote independence and social skills.
  • Strong partnerships with parents support a two-way flow of communication and home learning.
  • Funding for vulnerable children is used effectively to further support children's learning.

Areas to develop

  • 1develop staff skills to help children to develop a deeper understanding of mathematics during child-initiated play
  • 2strengthen existing performance management procedures to focus on consistency of staff performance.
Inspection #10374306 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report

Inclusion & environment

How they support every child

SEND provision

Staff help all children, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), to build positive relationships and develop their skills. They focus learning so that it is targeted at individual needs, including focused time to develop language and attention spans. All children make good progress from their starting points.

Outdoor space

Staff encourage children to put their coats away after outdoor play and show them how to put their coats on and take them off independently. Children who have not had the opportunity at lunch use cutlery to cut fruit and vegetables outdoors.

Parent Reviews of First Steps Nursery

5.0
(3)
Jade Jackson
5 months ago

Can not fault the nursery they have be the most amazing support for us as a family my little girl marlee-mae has come one leaps and bounds at the nursery. Many thanks to Sophie and her team and an even bigger thanks to the most amazing key work nic

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Inspection history

Date: May 2014

  • December 2024Good
  • June 2019Good
  • May 2014Good

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