First Steps Nursery School (Dore)

About this day nursery

First Steps Nursery School (Dore) Ltd provides a high standard of care and education in a fun, secure environment. Their vision is to offer quality and inspirational learning experiences for children, catering to 105 children within a single-story building in Bury, easily accessible from surrounding areas and major motorways.

The nursery emphasises a strong partnership with parents, actively encouraging their involvement in their child's learning journey. Dedicated staff foster child-initiated play and focused activities, ensuring children are challenged, encouraged to be inquisitive, and make outstanding progress.

The nursery offers extensive enclosed gardens for outdoor play, vital for child development, even involving children in gardening activities. With a focus on a homely, caring atmosphere, First Steps Nursery promotes 'Learn Through Play' and prides itself on retaining experienced and dedicated staff from the local area.

They provide high-quality, child-centred, holistic care in a stimulating and challenging environment, utilising the Special Carer system to give children a sense of familiarity and belonging. They follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework to ensure comprehensive development, and also provide well-balanced, healthy, and nutritious meals.

What it's like

Children are happy and enthusiastic about their learning, participating keenly in all activities in the indoor provision. Staff offer praise and recognition for children's successes. Children thrive in a highly ambitious curriculum that supports their well-being and communication and language skills, with tailored learning and exceptional provision for children with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Pricing & funding