Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School

Hawthorn House, Walsall Road, Lichfield WS13 8JL
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Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School, rated Good by Ofsted (October 2022), is a leading childcare provider for children under five.

The highly trained staff are dedicated to providing the best start for all in their care by creating opportunities that enable children to flourish during their time at the setting.

Carefully planned rooms form a stimulating and safe and educational environment coupled with a large outdoor area for all ages to access.

Forest School is a key part of this outside experience; promoting sensory experiences and encouraging child-led play. This helps inspire and stimulate children's curiosity whilst letting them experience the natural world.

Footsteps is committed to continuous improvement, to ensure both families and children get the best start in life by always being ‘One Step Ahead in Childcare.’
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Rebecca Clarke (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 27

Total Places for Children

  • 89

Age Range

  • from 0 years 0 months
  • to 5 years 0 months

Funding & Fees

  • Explore the wide range of childcare funding options tailored for children aged 9 months to 4 years over on our website.
    https://footstepsnurseries.co.uk/childcare-funding

Opening Times

  • Monday 07:30-18:30
    Tuesday 07:30-18:30
    Wednesday 07:30-18:30
    Thursday 07:30-18:30
    Friday 07:30-18:30

When Closed

  • Bank Holidays, Christmas & New Year

Parking

  • The nursery has a large dedicated on-site car park for easy drop off/pick up located next to the neighbouring Three Tuns Gastropub.

Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (88)

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Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 10 (9.972) out of 10, based on 21 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School has 88 reviews.

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Review from D P (Father of Child) published on 26 September 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Outstanding response and observations to any and all issues. Plenty of positive feedback is given (learning, thriving) as well as negative (illness, injury, etc). Plenty of attention to detail and a new app provided for helpful correspondence.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us and for your kind words, we really do appreciate it. I will ensure that I pass your kind comments on to the staff.
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Review from James C (Father of Child) published on 29 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since our son has started nursery, he has become more sociable and confident and this is no doubt due to the wonderful staff and the activities they create in the baby room. We are delighted with the care and time they give our son and couldn’t ask for anything more. We are convinced he loves nursery
more than home! We would recommend this nursery to anybody for the top-class service and level of care they offer.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for taking the time to review us and thank you for your kind words, they really do mean a lot. I will ensure that the baby room staff are aware of your review. Thank you
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Review from H M (Mother of Child) published on 23 August 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic setting, caring staff, a wide range of activities and generally a lot of fun.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for taking the time to review us. I will share your kind words with the staff.
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Review from Julia L (Mother of Child) published on 20 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
A fantastic nursery. My son has spent nearly four years here, and we have been so happy with the care he has received. The staff are extremely welcoming and supportive. The facilities are excellent, particularly all the wooden toys and the outside spaces. Would highly recommend.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for taking the time to review us; it is much appreciated. I will ensure that the staff are made aware of your kind words.
Kind Regards.
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Review from H L (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really lovely nursery, with excellent staff and facilities. My daughter has been very happy there since she was 18 months, and will be leaving preschool shortly very ready for school. Great outside space, including forest school, for all children.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for your lovely comments, they mean so much to all of our team here.
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Review from Helen V (Mother of Child) published on 9 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
My daughter has been at Footsteps Nursery Hawthorns for 4 years now (since she was 10 months old). The staff at Footsteps were amazing at ensuring she settled in as a baby to her now being ready for school. She has loved going to Footsteps and has made some great connections with the staff and children,
and most importantly had a safe and happy environment to play and learn. We recommend Footsteps Nursery Hawthorns to all our friends. The outdoor facilities are great with such an array of things for the children to do and learn. Our daughter loves the meadow, pirate ship and Forest School. The staff plan out great activities for learning and encourage children to use their imaginations during ‘free play’. My daughter will never forget Footsteps Nursery Hawthorns and that’s down to the wonderful staff and management. Thank you
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Than you so much Helen, for your lovely comments, they really do mean a lot.
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Review from Emma L (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has just left Footsteps Nursery & Forest School for school, having been there since he was a year old. We've been so happy with every room over the years; the indoor and outdoor settings are large, well equipped and beautifully maintained (forest school, in particular, is wonderful), the air
conditioning has been a blessing every summer, and he eats well (apparently the chef makes the best salsa in the world!). The staff are supportive and friendly and have all made the effort to know my son well and to meet his needs. He's emerged from nursery a very happy and confident boy who is more than ready for school. The manager and the team had an excellent response to covid restrictions; safety and wellbeing were paramount at Footsteps.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
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Review from Chloe P (Mother of Child) published on 8 August 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This nursery/preschool is outstanding. My daughter has now left preschool and she has loved every second of it. The staff have managed to get my daughter to eat different variety of foods that she wouldn't normally eat at home. When she comes home from preschool she tells me all about her day, what
she's been learning and how much fun she has had. We can not fault this nursery at all and we will be looking at getting our son in once he turns 1. Thank you so much for everything you have done!
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you Chloe for your lovely comments, they really mean a lot.
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Review from H S (Mother of Child) published on 5 July 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
Our son has been really happy at Footsteps. He settled in quickly and his confidence has come on leaps and bounds thanks to the staff in the pre-school room and the support from the office staff. He has made new friends and learnt a range of new skills which will set him up nicely for the transition
into school in September.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely comments, they are much appreciated. I will ensure that I pass them on to the staff.
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Review from James B (Father of Child) published on 10 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5
We’ve had a child at Footsteps Nursery & Forest School (Hawthorn) for over 6-years now and there are a small amount of people who have been there all of that time. There are some really great staff who obviously care about the children and want to help them develop. We’re very thankful for all of their
efforts and care for our top priorities in life. Their development and happiness is paramount and can’t wait to start going back in and talking to the staff more! Eldest loved his time at Footsteps and youngest is now coming along nicely and making some good friends. There have been some challenging times, but together with the management team we’ve so far been able to find the answers jointly or boys benefit. Very happy to have chosen the nursery and got to know so many of the staff! Keep up the good work!
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you James for taking the time to review us and for the lovely comments. It really does mean a lot.
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Review from Katherine S (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Great nursery, my daughter has settled in well and enjoys going. It’s been so good to see her learn new things too (like putting her coat and shoes on) feel like she’s learnt more in this nursery than her other one already.
The only “better If” would be is that very little is entered into her learning
book - there’s only been one entry and that was when she first joined, I would love to see more entries, pics, and videos. I feel other nurseries are much better at this.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your kind words. I will make sure that these get passed on to your daughters room.
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Review from C B (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Footsteps Hawthorn is a great establishment. My daughter has thrived since attending and enjoys her time there. In particular the staff are a real asset who seem to have genuine care for the children.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for taking the time to review us and for your lovely words.
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Review from Helen C (Mother of Child) published on 6 January 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
We have been delighted with our choice of nursery in Hawthorns Footsteps. The staff communicate well and have formed wonderful nurturing relationships with our children in baby room. They have acted promptly and conscientiously to changes in dietary requirements.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely words, I will ensure that these get passed on to the staff.
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Review from Richard B (Father of Child) published on 7 October 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
What a fabulous nursery. Our second child has just finished his time at Footsteps and completes our family journey as his sister finished 3 years ago. Both children went from babies through to preschool and they had a fabulous time. The staff are incredible and the setting is secure. The outside space
was the truly fabulous part of the nursery with both our children loving it! Recommend it.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to send a review, I will ensure that I pass your kind words on to the staff. We loved to have both your children here at Hawthorn, they are a credit to you both.
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Review from Laura G (Mother of Child) published on 12 May 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Fantastic nursery, really glad we chose to send our daughter here. With the ongoing Covid pandemic we were nervous to send our daughter to nursery at all but we have been more than satisfied with the measures taken by Footsteps Nursery & Forest School (Hawthorn). One of the key factors that led to us
choosing this nursery was the Forest School, we love the encouragement to get outside and learn. The staff are all lovely and really care for the progression of my child's skills and learning. We love the apps as it gives us a glimpse of my daughters day as well as keeping us informed of nursery news. Then there's the food - her dad wishes he could pop round on lunch breaks as the meals sound great!
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for your kind words. Dad is welcome anytime!
I will ensure that I pass your kind words on to the staff.
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Review from C L (Father of Child) published on 17 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Friendly and caring staff who have set our mind at ease during the first 8 months that our daughter has been at the nursery. Our daughter loves going in each day, she has learnt and developed so much in the time she has been attending.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for your kind words, I will ensure that I pass them on to the team.
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Review from Samantha E (Mother of Child) published on 13 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My little boy started at Footsteps Nursery & Forest School (Hawthorn) in January 2020 at nine months old. To say he settled well is an understatement. He adores all the staff there and constantly tells my husband and I that his key worker is nice. We can see development in him each time we pick him
up. Fantastic nursery and staff, couldn’t recommend anymore. Thank you!
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. I will ensure that I pass them on to the staff team.
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Review from Jonathan S (Father of Child) published on 1 April 2021 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter started at Footsteps in January 2021 and I have been immensely impressed by the positive approach by all staff I have interacted with. My daughter really enjoys attending and Footsteps have helped make this big step for her seamless. I would like to thank all the staff for their professionalism,
particularly in such a challenging time with the Covid pandemic.
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Review from Hannah M (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My son has been at the preschool here since September and I've got nothing but amazing things to say. The staff have gone over and above and shown a huge level of enthusiasm to get to know him and understanding his needs. We always feel welcome. He is a very happy boy there and clearly extremely looked
after. Management are great and everything feels very well organised. Can't recommend this nursery enough.
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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 1 April 2021 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Footsteps have provided my daughter with an abundance of care and support towards her development since the age of 1. They have dealt with Covid brilliantly; separate entrances, use of masks/sanitiser, outdoor pick/drop-offs. Since moving up to toddlers, she has created good bonds with staff and loves
attending nursery. Specific activities on the days she attends are forest schools, cooking club and fitness Fridays. She has started to learn Makaton with home learning resources to support, which is brilliant for the family to engage with. An app is available to watch your child’s development. My daughter has become a very good eater, which is due to the variety available. What drew me to this nursery is its love for the outdoors, the staff are approachable and caring. A daily diary of your child’s day is available on pick up, which helps understand what they enjoyed doing, what they ate/how much. My daughter's speech has developed so much since attending. Thank you to all girls in toddlers.
Reply from Rebecca Clarke, Manager at Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. I will ensure that I pass them on to the team.
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Current Review Score: 10.0 (9.972)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 10 (9.972) out of 10 for Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:

  1. 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months. The Average Rating of 4.972 for Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (245 Excellents x 5) + (7 Goods x 4) ) ÷ 252 Ratings = 4.972
  2. 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5'). The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Footsteps Lichfield Nursery & Pre-School is based on 21 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:

    The 5 points available are broken down as follows:

    1. 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
    2. 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 89 number of registered child places is 17.8, which has been reached with 21 Positive reviews. Points = 1
  3. When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
  4. If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.

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Meet the Team (2)

Rebecca

Rebecca Clarke

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2017

Hello, my name is Becky, and I have been working in the early years since 1996. I have been a Nursery Manager since 2014 and joined Footsteps in 2017.


I am level 5 qualified in early childhood and level 3 forest school.


I am passionate about the outdoors and believe that outdoor environments are essential to a child’s learning and development.


Our nursery offers activities, experiences, and opportunities for children to thrive, and our dedicated staff team cater for each child’s individual needs.

Sophie

Sophie Jones

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2017

Hi, I’m Sophie the Deputy Manager here at Lichfield Nursery. I have worked for the company since 2017.


When I started working here at Lichfield Nursery, I was employed as a level 2 qualified nursery nurse, however, over the years I have developed my professional career within the company.


I have worked my way up to become a level 3 qualified nursery nurse, level 3 SENCO officer and Deputy Manager.


I am very dedicated to my job; I have a strong passion for planning challenging activities daily and watching children thrive in their learning and development.

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