Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School

Unit 1 Bonehill Mews, Lichfield Street, Fazeley, Tamworth B78 3QS
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9.9 58 Reviews
  • Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School, Tamworth
Footsteps Fazeley, rated Good by Ofsted (March 2022), is a purpose-built setting with a wide range of resources and age-specific activities, promoting children's key early years skills and encouraging them to develop as individuals.

There is a focus on making sure children develop as happy and confident learners, while good nutrition is supported with fresh meals and a five-a-day policy. EYFS goals are central to progress, with quality play experiences making the most of each child's potential.

Parents are kept informed regarding their child's progress and able to discuss development with a friendly and experienced team.
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Type of Service

  • Day Nursery
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Group/Owner

Person in Charge

  • Gemma Sharp (Nursery Manager)

Number of Childcare Staff

  • 24

Total Places for Children

  • 66

Age Range

  • from 0 years 3 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

Parking

  • There is on-site parking for easy drop off/pick up.

Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (58)

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Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.930) out of 10, based on 30 reviews in the last 2 years.
Over all time Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School has 58 reviews.

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Review from D J (Mother of Child) published on 16 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My oldest left this summer well-prepared to start school. Really impressed with how well preschool prepares the children. My youngest loves nursery, playing in forest school and getting messy. The staff are encouraging my child to talk more and learn new vocabulary. The staff are very supportive and
always willing to help where possible.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely review, I'm so happy your children are happy and content here at Footsteps Fazeley. The chef will be super happy her food is enjoyed! Thank you again.
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Review from Harriet E (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
All the staff are so lovely and genuinely take an interest in my son. He absolutely loves going and we couldn't ask for more. He particularly loves forest school - we loves all the activities, and really given him confidence outside of nursery.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely feedback - Forest School is a super firm favourite! We love to take the children outside in all weathers, they do have lots of fun! Thank you again.
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Review from J H (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Absolutely brilliant. We have both our kids there and they love it. They respect our family choices and work alongside us. Loads of 'play to learn' activities for the kids to develop their skills, with lots of outside space, forest school and messy play. My kids love the food the chef prepares. They
always have nutritious and balanced meals. I couldn't have found a better nursery for my children.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your fantastic review, it supports us better the nursery, and strive for excellence. The chef will be super happy that her yummy food is making children happy. Thank you again.
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Review from M T (Father of Child) published on 12 August 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
This review is not only for June but all year. Our daughter has continued to thrive in the preschool setting, and this is all down to the hard-working staff. They have brilliant relationships with the children and provide a safe, caring and stimulating setting. I do wish the owning group would invest
more into the outside facilities by providing more equipment, and updating what is there. Educational equipment would be of huge benefit.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review, we really appreciate your kind words.
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Review from Michelle W (Grandmother of Child) published on 25 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I would highly recommend the baby room. The staff are so friendly and happy. My 15-month-old granddaughter started there in February and now absolutely loves going and comes out happy nearly every day (unless she is tired!). She eats lots of different foods and continues to develop well. We love reading
the daily updates and seeing the photos of her activities. We have no worries whilst she is there. She loves the music time and singing and listening to stories with the staff. It is wonderful to see her playing and all the things she does there. She seems to really enjoy messy play too - so glad she can do it there!
Even though she is there 3 days per week we don't feel we are missing out on knowing what she is getting up to each day.
Thank you and well done everyone.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your kind words! Its means so much you having a positive experience!
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Review from Zoe B (Mother of Child) published on 24 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I highly recommend Footsteps Fazeley. My son (18 months) has grown in confidence since being here. He absolutely loves the forest school and the music sessions. The staff are friendly and professional.
Reply from Sonny, Marketing at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
We're thrilled to hear that your son is thriving at Footsteps Fazeley! The forest school and music sessions are indeed magical, and it's wonderful to know he loves them. Our friendly and professional…read more
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Review from R S (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Really excellent nursery! My son really struggled with separation anxiety and they worked with us to help him get the most out of nursery. He also has allergies which they cater to really well and ensure he gets to eat as similar food to the other children as possible. I would recommend this nursery
to others.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely review! Its so nice to hear how happy you are with the care your child receives. Thank you again!
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Review from Alin A (Father of Child) published on 20 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Staff is very nice and helpful with the settling in. Room is clean and spacious. They are doing lots of activities and have a good routine in place. Overall it’s a good space for the little ones to spend their day.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review, we really appreciate your comments.
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Review from Natalie W (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My daughter has been attending this nursery since 9 months old, and for a first-time mom, the girls at Fazeley Footsteps have made it such an easy process for us. She absolutely loves going to nursery, and usually waves me off at the door when I drop her off. They do so much fun stuff with the children,
as well as keeping everywhere clean (especially with the unavoidable nursery bugs). I have watched my daughter grow up so much since attending this nursery, and watching her little personality bloom!
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
That's lovely to hear, thank you for your lovely words.
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Review from S G (Mother of Child) published on 17 May 2024 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From day one I was happy to leave my daughter at the nursery - she loves her keyworker and other staff so rarely gets upset when I leave. The range of activities she gets the opportunity to take part in is far greater than I could have imagined. I’m also grateful to the nursery staff for the support
they’ve given when dropping bottles and transitioning to cow's milk. I know I’ll get that continued support as my daughter progresses through the rooms.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review, and we will be here to help throughout your journey with us.
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Review from Mandy T (Foster Parent of Child) published on 24 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My child who is within my care at the moment has recently started Footsteps in Fazeley, she has started in Rising 3's and I am blown away. The care and attention to detail, lovely homely feel, and we were unsure at this stage if my child has additional needs and they have been beyond helpful to guide
us with advice. The manager showed us around on the initial visit and supported us through getting her settled. We love the barn conversion design building and outside space. I instantly knew this was the right setting for my child, as the staff are kind, caring, and always willing to go above.
The manager of the nursery and lady in charge of the rising 3's show passion and deep care for what they do.
Before we booked a visit we looked at the recent Ofsted inspection to support our choice, it tells you all and made us want to look around. Thank you Footsteps for making it easier for us, we highly recommend it. At the front of the building, there is building work so can be hard to find.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely comments, I'm so happy you read the Ofsted inspection to support your decision. The office door is always open if you need any support. Thank you again.
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Review from A B (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
The staff are always helpful with my child. They are always there if he is struggling with the transition of a morning. They always give me updates on how my child is doing throughout the day, especially if the morning was difficult. They are always happy and smiling with you when you come through the
door, just giving you hope that your child is going to have a good day, and every day so far, my child has come out happy and has enjoyed himself.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review! We are so glad your child is happy and content whilst in our care.
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Review from Natasha W (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Lovely friendly environment for the children and parents, we can see the progress in our little boy from the support they get from the team and the great friendships formed with the other children.
The facilities are very good and you can see that the team are always looking for the best way to encourage
the children with day-to-day learning and play.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your lovely review, its lovely you can see progress in your child with the support from the team.
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Review from Silvia F (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
From the moment we stepped into the nursery, it was clear that the staff truly care about the well-being and development of each child. The warm and welcoming atmosphere instantly put our minds at ease, knowing that our little ones would be in safe hands. The dedicated team of teachers and caregivers
consistently demonstrate a genuine love for what they do, and it is reflected in the exceptional care they provide. The staff is always available and willing to discuss any concerns or questions. The open lines of communication and regular updates on our children's progress have been invaluable, providing reassurance and allowing us to actively participate in their learning journey. Their outstanding care and commitment to each child's growth is truly exceptional. It is a place where children thrive, and parents feel confident that their little ones are receiving the highest level of care and education. We recommend it to anyone seeking an exceptional nursery experience.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for such a lovely review, we love watching the children grow! We are so happy you feel content with the nursery, and we are always here to support where needed.
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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 15 November 2023 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 1.0 out of 5
Initially, the nursery seemed great for my child but as time went by they were more focused on running a ‘commercial business’ than actually meeting the needs of individual children. A number of times my child was not moved to the older classes with peers as there ‘wasn’t space’ which negatively affected
their development. Key workers were changed a number of times a year resulting in new staff with no prior relationship and therefore no trust working with your child.
Finally, management was never present and always hid behind the deputy and assistant managers.
Reply from Sid, Senior Marketing Executive at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review which is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. Please do contact us at feedback@familyfirstnurseries.com so we can discuss concerns.
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Review from Summer D (Aunt of Child) published on 2 December 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I have picked up my niece a few times from baby room at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School and I must say it is by far the best nursery I have seen! The staff are so lovely and welcoming and the handovers I have received from the girls in the room were so detailed and it was lovely knowing how well
my child was getting on after only starting a couple of months ago and how far she has come since being there!
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Review from Lauren A (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
I genuinely can't thank the Footsteps Fazeley team more if I tried. My little girl started in March this year after going to a childminder which didn't work out how we planned to. I was really worried about how she would cope in a busier setting and a faster-paced environment. From viewing the nursery
to today all of the ladies have been nothing short of amazing, the love and attention they give all of the children in their care is immeasurable. I know that when I leave my daughter in their care she has the best day possible, they provide reassurance, education and so much fun and that's all a parent could wish for. Going back to work, especially after your first child is hard but just knowing my little girl is having an amazing time in the care of these wonderful ladies fills me with so much reassurance. My daughter has come on leaps and bounds since attending Footsteps and I'd encourage anyone to book in for an open day!
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for that lovely feedback. I am so pleased you are enjoying your daughter's nursery journey, I'm glad the staff have supported you throughout the process and will continue to do so.
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Review from Ceris O (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Footsteps Fazeley is a fantastic nursery. The staff are all extremely friendly and helpful. The care they offer the children is exemplary. The staff provide excellent care, support and learning to all children. The activities are brilliant and the food superb. Both my children love going to this nursery
and I would highly recommend it. All members of the team including management, support staff, the chef and lunchtime supervisors all provide the best possible service.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you Ceris. We have loved watching the journey of your eldest child, and look forward to continuing with your youngest.
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Review from Sophie M (Mother of Child) published on 17 November 2022 Submitted via Postal Card • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
Since day one, I have been more than happy with the standard of care the nursery have provided my son. You can see how much the staff love the children and how invested they are in their overall wellbeing and development. My son has been at Footsteps since June 2021 and his development in that time
is amazing and all of that is due to the nursery. I have nothing but praise for all the staff. my son loves going to nursery and he loves the staff who look after him. So much so, he talks about them at home. it will be a sad day when the time comes to say goodbye.
Reply from Gemma Sharp, Nursery Manager at Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you Sophie, for your kind words. We will also be sad when the time comes to say goodbye.
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Review from J G (Great Aunt of Child) published on 24 October 2022 Submitted via Website • Report
Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5
My niece absolutely loves coming to the nursery at Footsteps Fazeley! The staff have such an amazing bond with her, I always see pictures on the online system so I can see what she gets up to and how much fun she is having. At the weekends she is always talking about nursery and she is always excited
to go in.
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Current Review Score: 9.9 (9.930)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.9 (9.930) out of 10 for Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.

  1. The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 30 Reviews in the last 24 months.
  2. The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 30 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 4.930 for Footsteps Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (337 Excellents x 5) + (19 Goods x 4) + (3 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 359 Ratings = 4.93
  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 Fazeley Nursery & Pre-School is based on 30 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 66 number of registered child places is 13.2, which has been reached with 30 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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Gemma

Gemma Sharp

Job Title: Nursery Manager Joined: 2014

Hello, my name is Gemma, and I joined Footsteps in November 2014 as the Nursery Manager.


We are very fortunate at our nursery as we share our surroundings with a beautifully picturesque landscape and views of the Fazeley canal, and receive regular visits from the local wildlife.


I am Level 3 qualified in childcare and being a mother of three, I relate to and understand our families’ requirements at nursery, always remembering the little extras that go a long way.


My passion is childcare and working alongside my team and continuing to develop our nursery in new and exciting ways.


Our fantastic nursery and team build on the real-life environment we promote with the children, showing the true meaning of awe and wonder in their play, and supporting the children to discover new skills each day in a safe, secure, and encouraging environment.

Megan

Megan Yates

Job Title: Deputy Manager Joined: 2019

Hello, my name is Megan, and I am the Deputy Manager at Fazeley, I have been working at Fazeley since 2019 when I started as an apprentice.


I am Level 3 qualified and have made my way up through the nursery over the years, this has given me lots of experience working with our wonderful families in all different roles. I have the lovely opportunity of working within all rooms to embed new ideas and to support the staff team in delivering the best opportunities and care to the children.


My passion is childcare and watching the children grow and learn within our setting, our experienced staff team have a wide knowledge on the EYFS and all children have the opportunity to try exciting new things, learn and thrive in our care.


We are very fortunate to be in a beautiful location, with the natural environments around us and bringing many new opportunities for our children.

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