Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 8am until 6pm, all year round
First Steps with Surestart
Ofsted: Good
(Oct 2021)
Number of places
21 places
Age range
0–3 yrs
Last inspected
Oct 2021
Local authority
North East Lincolnshire
About this day nursery
First Steps Grimsby Ltd is a dedicated day nursery in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, offering exceptional childcare for children from birth to five years old. The nursery prides itself on creating a relaxing and calm atmosphere where children can confidently begin their educational journey.
Their fully qualified team provides stimulating and safe learning environments, and each child is assigned a key worker who supports their individual development and welfare. The facility boasts custom-built areas for babies, complete with wet and messy play zones and cosy sleep corners.
For older children aged two to five, there are ample opportunities and amenities to explore. The nursery is committed to ensuring every child's safety while engaging them in fantastic activities.
Parents are encouraged to visit and experience the friendly atmosphere firsthand to see how well their children will be cared for. First Steps Grimsby also welcomes children from across Lincolnshire and offers government-funded spaces for eligible two to five-year-olds.
What it's like
Children show that they feel happy and safe in the nursery. They are excited to try new experiences and engage in a wide range of activities. Staff recognise that some of the children who attend prefer to learn outdoors and adapt experiences so that they can be taken outside.
Experienced & Qualified StaffFoundation Stage CurriculumFresh Hot MealsExcellent Ofsted ReportKey Person for Each ChildFree Parking
Pricing & funding
Funding accepted
15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs)
Pricing on request
This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability.
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Age range
Birth to 5 years
Term time / All Year
All Year
Food
Fresh Hot Meals
Established
2004
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted rating for First Steps with Surestart
Last inspected 8 October 2021 · Julie Dent
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 show that they feel happy and safe in the nursery. They are excited to try new experiences and engage in a wide range of activities. Staff recognise that some of the children who attend prefer to learn outdoors and adapt experiences so that they can be taken outside.
Inspector highlights
- Managers and staff have identified the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on children's learning and development, particularly their social and emotional well-being.
- Babies rapidly build their confidence as staff gently guide them to try challenging experiences.
- The manager supports staff through regular supervision meetings and discusses their training needs.
- Partnership working is strong. Staff establish good links with external professionals and other settings.
- Staff focus on developing children's communication when they plan for their next steps in learning.
Areas to develop
- 1The provider should support staff to consistently help all children to develop their independence skills and to have high expectations of what children can manage to do themselves.
- 2The provider should plan the organisation of the play areas more carefully, including the resources and equipment, in order to create a calm and positive learning environment for all children.
Inspection #10073421 · Source: OfstedView full Ofsted report
What parents say
Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection
Parents state that their children are happy to attend.
Parents comment that they feel well informed about what their child is learning and what they need to learn next.
Inclusion & environment
How they support every child
Outdoor space
Staff recognise that some of the children who attend prefer to learn outdoors. They adapt experiences so that they can be taken outside. For example, babies experiment in large water trays, filling and emptying containers and seeing who can make the biggest splash.
EAL / language support
Staff are aware of those children who speak English as an additional language. They make good use of information from parents to support children's understanding of English, alongside their own home language.
Inspection history
Date: October 2010
- October 2021Good
- March 2016Good
- October 2010Good
Frequently asked about First Steps with Surestart
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