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Us parents built great relationships with the staff and the handover was always informative and no request we had was too much for them. My children still talk about the preschool and staff now after leaving for big school and moving out of area. Best decision we made moving them there to grow ❤️", "datePublished": "2025-10-10T16:55:21.596577679Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Vikki Wrighting" }, "reviewBody": "I couldn't recommend First Steps more. Both of my children have attended this setting and they have had the very best start to their education journey. Jess and Steph, along with their incredible team, prepared my girls for school better than we could have hoped for. 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First Steps Pre School # First Steps Pre School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Feb 2023) · 4.8 (26 parent reviews) · The Triangle-Liss Community Centre, Mill Road, LISS, GU33 7DX · Hampshire Number of places 43 places Age range 1–4 yrs Last inspected Feb 2023 Local authority Hampshire 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 Pre School is a nurturing early years setting situated in The Triangle Centre, in the heart of Liss Village, Hampshire, catering to children aged 1 to 5 years. Dedicated to fostering each child What it's like Children have good attitudes and are active in their learning, feeling content and confident in their surroundings. Staff effectively manage and support children's behaviour, creating a culture of respect. Children develop positive relationships and are creative in their play. EYFS Curriculum Experienced Staff Secure Outdoor Space ## Pricing & funding Fees for additional hours outside of funded entitlement are charged at an hourly rate. Fees are structured into three age bands: under two years, two years old, and over three years. Funding accepted 15 hours — working parents (9 months–2 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) - Hourly fee for under 2s £8.50 / hour - Hourly fee for 2 year olds £8.00 / hour - Hourly fee for over 3s £7.50 / hour Good to know - Additional hours beyond funded entitlement are charged at an hourly rate. - Hourly rates are tiered based on the child's age group. ## Key facts Opening hours Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm (term time only) Age range 12 months to 5 years old Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Steps Pre School Last inspected 21 February 2023 · Kelley Ellis 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 have good attitudes and are active in their learning, feeling content and confident in their surroundings. Staff effectively manage and support children's behaviour, creating a culture of respect. Children develop positive relationships and are creative in their play. Inspector highlights - Children are happy, and their personal, social, and emotional needs are met. - Parents speak highly of the care, support and education that their children receive. - Children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported to achieve their individual goals. - Managers and staff have a clear ambition to provide the best care and educational outcomes for children and their families. - Children are polite, and staff gently encourage good manners. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to consider the developmental needs of the youngest children more effectively when they are included in whole-group activities. Inspection #10265065 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212316) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Managers and staff strive to provide high-quality learning and education for all children. They are highly effective in their practice, and children with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are well supported to achieve their individual goals. Staff adapt activities to ensure that all children can access learning that is right for them. The special educational needs coordinator spoke to the inspector about how they support children with SEND. Outdoor space The inspector observed the quality of education being provided, indoors and outdoors, and assessed the impact that this was having on children's learning. ## Parent Reviews of First Steps Pre School 4.8 (26) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIMm4C-UT9aAkzuH4AtRuE__3ROmAmTA_xp_6jkLdlGALsyXw=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Amy Osborne-Brown 7 months ago I highly recommend First Steps Preschool, I moved my children from another in the village and since moving them, they came home smiling everyday, they had learnt, played, built relationships and loved everything about it. Us parents built great relationships with the staff and the handover was always informative and no request we had was too much for them. My children still talk about the preschool and staff now after leaving for big school and moving out of area. Best decision we made moving them there to grow ❤️ [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tGRFEwWkxSRnBsWW0xUFUxTlROblZZU25wNFMyYxAB!2m1!1s0x487437f7e6b3ab39:0x9decfdd71c18b9f5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocIzjiX3Xu_3O7WypBfjYmafIYq6VmBufTWwmkWz_TcDh1tzGQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Vikki Wrighting 7 months ago I couldn't recommend First Steps more. Both of my children have attended this setting and they have had the very best start to their education journey. Jess and Steph, along with their incredible team, prepared my girls for school better than we could have hoped for. Every team member is caring, nurturing and so much fun and my children loved every second they spent here - they miss First Steps terribly! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2poU09GRTFWekZhZUc0MWNWbDBNWEIxYzJ0dWNtYxAB!2m1!1s0x487437f7e6b3ab39:0x9decfdd71c18b9f5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/ALV-UjXULWc2BxNa3MzopCtuR56fk_AADXnZXjON2R7K_TVdNwOP8o4=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Jessica Lothian a year ago My son first started here in November 2022 and literally just from going 3 days a week for the last 1 and a half years, he’s come on leaps and bounds in everything! He made so many amazing friends and loved every single teacher there and gets so excited if he spots them out and about! They all make such an effort to get to know every child and make them happy and comfortable at all times. All in all a 10/10 experience and would recommend this pre school to anyone and everyone! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURycFktc1lnEAE!2m1!1s0x487437f7e6b3ab39:0x9decfdd71c18b9f5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocKhkxhqZJihQ3MV8AN-PEOym0cjXKgYJPelCAfQi9_mSPTrqA=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Sophia Casson-Smith a year ago Incredible Nursery! I finally found a nursery that gives me peace of mind on drop offs, knowing that my children are cared for so well. From healthy eating and encouraging good behaviour to learning and outsourcing specialist teachers for subjects such as yoga and music. The staff are friendly, motherly and supportive. Would highly recommend! [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURyeGUzNUNnEAE!2m1!1s0x487437f7e6b3ab39:0x9decfdd71c18b9f5) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocK9TTQmEG30hPg0PQNiw2KzvRUw3HLKlielKVOJTrx5few0pg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Georgia O'Rourke a year ago Amazing preschool with the best staff you could wish for. With a very energetic boy I thought he would outgrow preschool being older in the year but he was so happy there for 3 years as they make sure every week they have different activities set up and new topics for learning which are engaging and exciting for them. Sports and yoga lessons have been a highlight for him! I have the most amazing learning journal from his 3 years there which shows just how much he has learnt whilst at first steps and a lovely keepsake. If he could stay there another 3 years I’d be happy 🥹 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURycGFuMG5nRRAB!2m1!1s0x487437f7e6b3ab39:0x9decfdd71c18b9f5) Reviews from Google for First Steps Pre School. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11379749458789579253&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 21 February 2023 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/50212316) ## Frequently asked about First Steps Pre School ### What size of nursery is First Steps Pre School? ### What are the opening hours at First Steps Pre School? ### How did First Steps Pre School do at its last Ofsted inspection? ### Is First Steps Pre School a private nursery? ## Nearby day nurseries in LISS Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to First Steps Pre School. - [ Awaiting first inspection 0.2 mi ### Single Steps Nurseries Liss Liss · GU33 7AD ](/nursery/single-steps-nurseries-liss-ltd-gu33-7ad-2850702) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.4 mi ### Aster Daisy Nursery Rake, Liss · GU33 7PH ](/nursery/aster-daisy-nursery-gu33-7ph-2663877) - [ Ofsted: Good 1.9 mi ### Greatham Village Nursery School Liss · GU33 6EY 4.8(6 reviews) ](/nursery/the-village-nursery-gu33-6ey-ey483518) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.4 mi ### The Little School at Pooh Corner Petersfield · GU32 2NA ](/nursery/the-little-school-at-pooh-corner-gu32-2na-2739404) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.7 mi ### The Hive Day Nursery Petersfield · GU32 2DG ](/nursery/the-hive-day-nursery-gu32-2dg-109691) - [ Awaiting first inspection 3.0 mi ### Petersfield Childcare Hub Petersfield · GU31 4BW ](/nursery/petersfield-childcare-hub-gu31-4bw-2793935) [See all nurseries in LISS →](/search?q=LISS) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Steps Pre School Inspection date Feb 2023 Inspection no. 10265065 Lead inspector Kelley Ellis Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50212316)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2598820) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. 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