--- title: "First Steps, Oswestry — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "First Steps, a nursery in Oswestry — Rated Good by Ofsted. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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They offer the universal 15 hours for 3 and 4-year-olds, and also the extended 30 hours for working parents of 3 and 4-year-olds." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the opening hours for First Steps?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "First Steps is open all year round, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM each weekday. This provides consistent care for families throughout the year, even during school holidays." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does First Steps support children with special educational needs?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, First Steps is well-equipped to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, as well as those who speak English as an additional language. They have effective systems in place, including close liaison with parents and external agencies, to meet individual needs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "When did First Steps open?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "First Steps opened in 2006. The nursery operates from two rooms within the pre-preparatory department of Moreton Hall School, offering a continuous educational experience from early years to Sixth Form." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the educational approach at First Steps?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "First Steps, as part of Moreton Hall, offers \"a comprehensive educational experience\" where the institution \"prides itself on providing a high-achieving, tailored, and joyous education within a nurturing family environment.\" They focus on ensuring children are relaxed, happy, and confident." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do children at First Steps get to play outdoors?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes, children at First Steps have access to an enclosed outdoor play area. They are encouraged to play outside whenever possible and take part in physical activities daily. However, the outdoor equipment might not be stimulating enough for older, more agile children." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can I contact First Steps to arrange a visit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You can contact First Steps by calling 01691 776078 or emailing admin@moretonhall.com. They encourage prospective families to visit, offering scheduled open days and bespoke tours, and even taster days for children." } } ] } ] } ] --- [![Nursery Advice](/__l5e/assets-v1/1c5557d3-f3fd-42f8-935a-3f2d2c3ac7e7/nursery-advice.webp "Nursery Advice")](/ "Nursery Advice") [Find Nurseries](/search)[Parent Hub](/parent-hub)[Compare](/compare)[About Us](/about-us)[For Nurseries](/for-nurseries) [Claim Your Nursery](/claim) 1. [Home](/) 2. [Nurseries](/nurseries) 3. [West Midlands](/search?region=West+Midlands) 4. First Steps # First Steps in Oswestry Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (May 2007) · Moreton Hall School, Weston Rhyn, OSWESTRY, SY11 3EW · Shropshire Number of places — Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected May 2007 Local authority Shropshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery First Steps Nursery, part of Moreton Hall, offers a comprehensive educational experience spanning from early years to Sixth Form. The institution prides itself on providing a high-achieving, tailored, and joyous education within a nurturing family environment, ensuring pupils are relaxed, happy, and confident in exploring their interests and talents. Moreton Hall acknowledges the significance of selecting the right school and aims to make its admissions process transparent and welcoming. They encourage prospective families to visit the school, offering both scheduled Open Days and bespoke tours on normal school days. Children can also experience a typical day at Moreton Hall through Taster Days, with an option for an overnight stay. The school community emphasises a holistic approach to education and development. Our ethos We believe that Moreton Hall provides a high-achieving, tailored and joyous education in a nurturing family environment where pupils are relaxed, happy and confident, whatever their interests or talents may be. What it's like First Steps opened in 2006 and operates from two rooms in the pre-preparatory department of Moreton Hall School, near Oswestry. A maximum of 20 children may attend the nursery at any one time. The nursery is open each weekday from 08.00 to 18.00 for 50 weeks of the year. Nurturing environment Tailored education Boarding options Holistic development Open Days ## Pricing & funding Fees are charged per day or session, with rates divided into two age bands: under three years old, and three years and over. Additional charges apply for hourly wrap-around care and late pick-ups. A registration fee is required on application. Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 30 hours — working parents (3–4 yrs) Good to know - Registration fee is payable on application. - Late pick-up fees apply per 15 minutes. - Wrap-around care is charged hourly. - Fees are subject to annual review. ## Key facts Opening hours 08:00-18:00 each weekday Age range 6 months – 4 years 11 months Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Steps Last inspected 1 May 2007 · Kathryn Mary Harding Overall effectiveness Good What it's like to attend First Steps opened in 2006 and operates from two rooms in the pre-preparatory department of Moreton Hall School, near Oswestry. A maximum of 20 children may attend the nursery at any one time. The nursery is open each weekday from 08.00 to 18.00 for 50 weeks of the year. Inspector highlights - Children take part in physical activities on a daily basis and are encouraged to play outside whenever possible. - Children and parents are warmly greeted by staff on arrival, giving the children a sense of belonging. - Children take part in a good range of varied activities and play opportunities which they find interesting and enjoyable. - Children access a good range of well-chosen resources which support their development across all areas of learning. - Partnership with parents and carers is good. Areas to develop - 1 ensure that actvities are available to promote the development of children's large scale skills. - 2 ensure that children can access an attractive book area. Inspection #EY331318 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/1102279) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Steps Inspection date May 2007 Inspection no. EY331318 Lead inspector Kathryn Mary Harding [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/1102279)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY331318) 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://moretonhall.org/nursery-entry/) Moreton Hall School, Weston Rhyn, OSWESTRY, SY11 3EW Opening hours 08:00-18:00 each weekday [© 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#/-3.04864/52.91402/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near OSWESTRY - [Day nurseries in OSWESTRY](/search?q=OSWESTRY) - [Day nurseries in West Midlands](/search?q=West+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-steps-sy11-3ew-ey331318) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision The nursery supports children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and also supports children who speak English as an additional language. Systems are in place to support children with learning difficulties and/or disabilities to effectively meet their needs. This includes liaising very closely with parents, external agencies and drawing up individual education plans. Outdoor space All children share access to an enclosed outdoor play area. Children take part in physical activities on a daily basis and are encouraged to play outside whenever possible. However, the outdoor equipment provides insufficient challenge for older, more agile children. ## Frequently asked about First Steps ### What is First Steps' Ofsted rating? ### What are the fees for First Steps? ### Does First Steps accept funded hours? ### What are the opening hours for First Steps? ### Does First Steps support children with special educational needs? ### When did First Steps open? ### What is the educational approach at First Steps? ### Do children at First Steps get to play outdoors? ### How can I contact First Steps to arrange a visit? ## About the setting First Steps opened in 2006 and operates from two rooms in the pre-preparatory department of Moreton Hall School, near Oswestry. A maximum of 20 children may attend the nursery at any one time. The nursery is open each weekday from 08.00 to 18.00 for 50 weeks of the year. The nursery employs seven members of staff. Of these, three hold appropriate early years qualifications. 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