Giant Steps Nursery in Salisbury

About this day nursery

Giant Steps Day Nursery in Laverstock, established in September 2016, is a private childcare facility operating Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, for 51 weeks a year. Located within the River Bourne Community Farm, it offers a distinct advantage for children's learning by providing frequent opportunities for visits to farm animals and engaging with the surrounding natural environment.

This setting promotes a hands-on approach to education, allowing children to learn through direct experiences. The nursery is designed with inclusivity in mind, featuring a wooden ramp for accessible entry and disabled facilities throughout the building, ensuring all areas are easily accessible.

The facility is committed to safeguarding children and adheres to stringent Child Protection Policies and Procedures, which are aligned with the Local Safeguarding Board and Ofsted regulations.

Our ethos

Giant Steps Day Nursery is committed to providing a natural, hands-on learning experience for children, leveraging its unique location at River Bourne Community Farm to allow for frequent interaction with animals and the environment. The nursery emphasises learning through direct experience and outdoor access.

What it's like

Children enjoy attending this calm and welcoming nursery. They are happy and content and interact confidently with the caring staff, building strong relationships and demonstrating good sharing and turn-taking skills. Children are interested in activities, motivated to learn, and make independent choices about their play, focusing well on activities like exploring reflections or building structures.

Pricing & funding

Fees are payable monthly in advance by standing order and must be paid regardless of attendance. There are no compulsory extra charges, but daily optional food packages are available for purchase at the Downton and Laverstock branches.