First Footsteps Ltd (Leyland)

We're sad to see our time at First Footsteps come to an end but couldn't recommend this nursery highly enough.

My little girl has just come to the end of her preschool journey - she has been at First Footsteps since 7 months old. I know I picked the best start for her and we will miss the wonderful staff here so much. From baby unit to baby room to toddlers and lastly preschool, her time has been filled with engaging activities, nurturing staff and wholesome food (definitely one of her highlights). She has loved every minute and has made some amazing little friends along the way. I'm continually impressed by the learning that takes place and staff have worked hard to prepare her for school (she is more than ready socially, can write her name, and knows so many phonics). Mostly it has always felt like they loved having her there and as an anxious mum, I couldn't have asked for better people to leave her with everyday. I always felt confident in the care she was given.

My little boy has been at nursery since nine months old and I couldn't imagine him anywhere else, the staff are amazing with each child and their families. They do so many different activities and have full knowledge of each child. My little boy has developed so much since being there.

First Footsteps is a great nursery. My little boy started around two and half years old, the nursery have been great with him, he has additional needs which were picked up at this nursery. I have received lots of support from the manager and his key worker is great and really understands him. I would definitely recommend this nursery.

I am almost at the end of my wonderful journey with First Footsteps. I'll be very sad to no longer be part of this lovely nursery. My 3rd child leaves in a couple of weeks as she starts school in September. All 3 of my children have attended First Footsteps over the last 11 and a half years. I have 3 very sociable children with a thirst for learning. The staff here have encouraged them every step of the way. Each child has a key worker and they form strong bonds with the children. I can only describe it as a kind of extended family. My children were left at nursery each day with people who I wholeheartedly trusted and who I knew had the best interests of my children at heart. The skills they have learnt and the friendships they have made will go with them once they leave the nursery. I consider myself very lucky to have found such a wonderful childcare setting and would highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for childcare for their children.

Fantastic staff with great knowledge of child psychology, great empathy and patience to deal with children as individual persons who are heard and encouraged to thrive enjoying learning through play. Every month there is a theme to encourage new adventures and experiences and each day is different but with routine, making the children feel safe in new adventures. Thank you for over two years of fun whilst developing my child's personality and preparing him for school, you are all amazing.

I would highly recommend this nursery.The staff are professional and approachable and caring led by a very experienced manager. Learning opportunities are planned to meet each child's needs and interests.As well as progressing academically and socially, both my children have enjoyed attending 'First Footsteps' Ltd Leyland and have been happy here.

My twins have been at this nursery since they were babies, and I am amazed by what they have learned and how they have developed. The staff know, care about and treat them as individuals. They regularly come home with lovely photos, cards and pictures. They get an included sit down dinner and snack, feedback at the end of the day, and organised trips and outings. The manager is incredibly helpful and supportive with all elements of the childcare minefield, and I can't thank and praise the manager and the brilliant staff enough. The twins are leaving this year to start primary school, (and they even get a 'graduation' photo and ceremony!). The rates are very competitive and they are as flexible as they can be to help with individual childcare needs. This nursery has been invaluable, they enjoy and look forward to going, and I am sad that it is time for them to leave.