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My son loves it! He's become so confident and has learned so much. And I could not be more grateful for the support my daughter has received as she had additional feeding requirements due to a health condition; they made me feel that she would be well looked after and she has definitely been.\nFor both of my kids, I feel that our questions or concerns are always addressed and I appreciate this. Thank you so much to all the staff that care for my children with such a dedication! They're both so happy in here 😊", "datePublished": "2025-04-03T10:15:54.802754Z", "inLanguage": "en" }, { "@type": "Review", "reviewRating": { "@type": "Rating", "ratingValue": 5, "bestRating": 5, "worstRating": 1 }, "author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Louise Berwick" }, "reviewBody": "I can not recommend this place enough! My daughter enjoyed her time spent here and woke up everyday excited to go in. The staff are all lovely and dedicated. 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First Steps - Worthing # First Steps - Worthing Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2023) · 5.0 (2 parent reviews) · Worthing College, 1 Sanditon Way, Worthing, BN14 9FD · West Sussex Number of places 56 places Age range 0–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2023 Local authority West Sussex 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 Childcare operates across multiple locations in West Sussex, offering over 25 years of experience in providing childcare services. They prioritise creating a safe, secure, stimulating, and happy environment for children. The Worthing branch, situated at Worthing College at the foot of the South Downs, has been established for over a decade. The nursery emphasises learning through play and aims to foster a love for discovery and interaction. Parents can utilise the Parent Zone app to monitor their child's progress and stay connected with the nursery. The curriculum is designed to support early years development, promoting both social and cognitive growth in a supportive and engaging setting. Our ethos We are dedicated to providing a safe, secure, stimulating and happy environment for our children. What it's like Children arrive happily and freely access a range of resources, confidently moving around their room. They demonstrate an eagerness to learn, listening intently and recalling new words. Older children proudly share their drawings and confidently talk about their home life. Over 25 years experience ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://firststepschildcare.co.uk/contact-us) ## Key facts Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday Age range Babies to Preschool Term time / All Year All Year Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for First Steps - Worthing Last inspected 27 March 2023 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 happily and freely access a range of resources, confidently moving around their room. They demonstrate an eagerness to learn, listening intently and recalling new words. Older children proudly share their drawings and confidently talk about their home life. Inspector highlights - Children freely move between the indoor and outdoor environments. - Children's communication is promoted very well, including for children who speak English as an additional language. - The curriculum is well-planned and builds on what children already know. - Children with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported very well. - Parents are very happy with the care their children receive. Areas to develop - 1 enhance the process for the supervision of staff to ensure that there is a focus on supporting and improving staff effectiveness - 2 develop staff practice to ensure that they consistently engage children in meaningful learning. Inspection #10281542 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215698) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of First Steps - Worthing Inspection date Mar 2023 Inspection no. 10281542 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50215698)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2685404) 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 ](http://www.firststepschildcare.co.uk/) Worthing College, 1 Sanditon Way, Worthing, BN14 9FD Opening hours 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday [© 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#/-0.38218/50.8362/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Worthing - [Day nurseries in Worthing](/search?q=Worthing) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=first-steps-worthing-bn14-9fd-2685404) Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Children with special education needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported very well. The special educational needs coordinator (SENCo) knows the children well and liaises with the local authority and other professionals to ensure that staff consistently support all children. Outdoor space Children have plenty of opportunities for physical exercise and fresh air. They have free-flow access to the outdoor environment, where they ride bicycles and tricycles and build using big blocks and crates. Older children practice writing the letters of their names using chalks on garden fences and paths, and then use large paint brushes dipped in water to wash the chalk off, supporting their gross motor development and letter recognition. ## Parent Reviews of First Steps - Worthing 5.0 (2) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLW9E2HKlYQ4E2XiGAiAgtm1eBBbZcWcACe_5k9Sb8OXO9biQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo-ba4) Carolina Villegas a year ago Both of my kids go to this nursery and I am very happy with our choice. My son loves it! He's become so confident and has learned so much. And I could not be more grateful for the support my daughter has received as she had additional feeding requirements due to a health condition; they made me feel that she would be well looked after and she has definitely been. For both of my kids, I feel that our questions or concerns are always addressed and I appreciate this. Thank you so much to all the staff that care for my children with such a dedication! They're both so happy in here 😊 [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTUNJLVl6UzBRRRAB!2m1!1s0x4875a3332626f857:0x1425dbded47a3c75) ![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocI9gqwg4Nd-9pT1eMNgWhwi-6_4vIqgko2BSx3BR2p0o89xCg=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo) Louise Berwick a year ago I can not recommend this place enough! My daughter enjoyed her time spent here and woke up everyday excited to go in. The staff are all lovely and dedicated. They really make each child feel so special and they are a credit to the nursery. [Read on Google](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m6!14m5!1m4!2m3!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQ3cTd6TkdBEAE!2m1!1s0x4875a3332626f857:0x1425dbded47a3c75) Reviews from Google for First Steps - Worthing. [See all on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1451808204990856309&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) Inspection history Most recent inspection 27 March 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/50215698) ## Frequently asked about First Steps - Worthing ### What is First Steps - Worthing's Ofsted rating? ### Where can I find information about fees for First Steps - Worthing? ### Does First Steps - Worthing offer funded hours for childcare? ### What are the opening hours for First Steps - Worthing? ### Does First Steps - Worthing support children with special educational needs? ### How long has First Steps - Worthing been established in the area? ### Does First Steps - Worthing have outdoor space for children? ### What is the age range of children that First Steps - Worthing cares for? ### How can I contact First Steps - Worthing? ## About the setting First Steps - Worthing registered in May 2022 and is located in Worthing College, Worthing, West Sussex. It is open from 7.30am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, all year round. It is in receipt of early years funding for children aged two, three and four years. There are 15 members of staff, 11 of whom hold appropriate childcare qualifications. The manager holds a level 6 qualification. 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