Major Steps Childcare

About this day nursery

Major Steps Childcare, operating since 2022 in St. Columb Major, offers a nurturing environment for children aged 1-8 years, open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm all year round. The nursery prides itself on welcoming parents and children warmly, fostering a sense of value through engaged conversations with staff.

The dedicated team demonstrates a deep understanding of each child's unique learning needs, facilitating significant progress and development. Children are encouraged to develop independence, from helping themselves to breakfast to tidying up.

The setting has a clear vision for learning, with staff collaboratively planning activities that broaden children's understanding of the world, including engaging trips to the beach and theatre, and exciting visits from zoo animals and even an ice-cream van. Outdoor learning is a key feature, where children engage in physical play, using wheelbarrows for construction and learning about safe risk-taking with natural materials.

The nursery places a strong emphasis on literacy development through a "book of the week" and easy access to a variety of books, while also supporting communication and language skills with visual prompts and specialist input for children requiring additional support.

What it's like

Parents and children are welcomed warmly to the setting and engage in conversation with staff, which makes them feel valued. Staff know children and families well and have a good understanding of how to support every child's unique learning needs. Children show good independence skills, helping themselves to breakfast and tidying up their plates.