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1 Orrell Street, Bury, BL8 1PB
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04 December 2025
Excellent nursery with fantastic staff! My daughter is always excited to go, and I can see how much she enjoys her time there. The staff are kind, caring, and attentive. Highly recommend! Thank you....
10 October 2025
I wholeheartedly believe that this is one of the best nurseries there is!! My son (2yrs) started early August and his progression so far has been nothing short of amazing. He was extremely hesitant and upset at first after having bad experiences with a previous nursery, but now runs in smiling and tries to drag me inside on pick up to play with him and his friends. His confidence and speech has grown tenfold and I'm that confident and satisfied in the staff that he'll now be going full time so I can go back to work. The staff are amazing, very friendly and caring and any issues are sorted with no fuss. It is everything you want in a nursery, feedback on their day and meals every day. Set activities to engage the children whilst still offering them space to explore and play independently. The manager Rachel has or makes time to listen to any concerns, as a nervous parent this has been a godsend. Thank you to the whole team.
01 October 2025
Our little boy started in June and we have been so happy with the care all the staff has shown since. When I first visited, I got a really nice feeling compared to others I'd also viewed in the area. I always remember the children running up to the manager which made it feel like she was very involved with the children in her care. The staff make it a very warm and welcoming place for everyone in it. My mum and dad have equally always felt welcomed by all staff when they have picked him up. Our little boy struggled to settle in initially but nursery really supported us and gave him extra settling in sessions to help with the transition. Now, he's a completely different little boy who loves to go in and looks so happy during the day on the pictures we get daily. You can tell he has a close bond with the staff in his room especially when they answer the door in the morning and his face lights up. There is nothing but genuine care for the children in this nursery.
18 August 2025
After a bad experience from a different nursery we was worried about putting out daughter in another nursery, but first steps have been great, our daughter looks forward to going and has made lots of friends. We have since put our son in who also loves going. Our questions are always answered and staff are always happy and smiley on drop off and pick up. Couldn't reccomend a nursery more.
18 August 2025
I was afraid of what it would be like placing my daughter in nursery as I didn't know what to expect but each and every member of staff has been so wonderful in helping my daughter transition and she absolutely loves nursery and the staff there now. I would highly recommend first steps nursery. They took away all my fears as well and my daughter is now thriving!
28 April 2025
Both of our children attend this nursery, changing nurseries was the best option we made, our son comes home telling me about his day and calls it his "cool nursery" they get to spend a lot of time outdoors and have a range of activities. From when we first looked around we knew it would be a great match for us, the team really care about the children and keep us updated throughout the day with plenty of photos.
28 March 2025
My eldest son went to first steps a few years ago and despite living a bit further away I chose first steps again for my younger son who has been attending since he was 8 months old. He has recently moved to pre school and loves every single day that he spends there. He names the ladies as his best friends. They show so much care and compassion, are approachable, professional and friendly!
28 March 2025
It is a fantastic team; my little boy adores the staff. The manager and the team are brilliant. The food being offered is wholesome and nutritional. I couldn't be happier with the care being given to my son. Thank you!
28 March 2025
My daughter started at first steps in February and the staff have been absolutely amazing. They have supported us through the huge transition of our daughter starting at nursery and I feel happy and confident in leaving my daughter with the staff. All of the staff I have encountered have been supportive, kind, caring and helpful. They are fabulous with my daughter and I couldn't have hoped for a better experience! The app used has helped reduce my anxiety in the early days of my daughter commencing nursery and is lovely to see what she has been doing during her day.
12 March 2025
My little boy has attended First Steps for almost a year now and he absolutely loves coming every day! The Nursery Manager is helpful in every way she can be, when I needed to increase days, this was available for us to do so. Staff know my little boy inside out and his face lights up when we talk about them at home. The parent app allows me to have an insight into his day and I love to see what he has been up to! It is my favourite time of day to see his nursery 'moments' I especially love that staff follow my child's interests and provide tuff trays and activities to expand this. A very big thank you!
20 January 2025
A great nursery for little ones! My son loves it here, he actually asks to go on days that he is not actually in! The staff are very good and they have really taken their time to not just get to know my son but also us parents as well and we are always given a warm welcome every time we arrive. A special thank you to the Nursery Practitioners who have consistently worked with my son and have always provided us with updates throughout the day, which is appreciated due to the anxiety we have leaving him!
17 January 2025
I am so happy with First Steps Nursery - my son has attended for 2 years now and is currently in the pre-school class. His speech, confidence and independence have soared since starting. Each member of staff I've spoken to at pick-up time has been lovely - friendly and courteous. They really care for the children and it shows in the way they interact with them. I am always greeted with a smile. The outside space is fantastic - like a big garden with different areas to explore or ride scooters and bikes and is secure. Inside has large rooms with a great range of play opportunities. The ladies plan brilliant and inventive activities for the day and these are communicated through an app along with photos of your child playing, plus information like the food they've eaten (which is always varied and healthy). My son is happy to go to nursery and I'm happy to send him - I know he has a great time.
16 January 2025
I absolutely love this nursery! The staff always go above and beyond for you, and the manager is always so accommodating. When you're looking for a nursery, this is exactly what you need! They are so transparent and honest! My daughter has been there for over a year and absolutely loves it! She calls the staff her friends and has developed a lovely bond with them.
16 January 2025
Great nursery, great/kind staff my son loves going here without a doubt! Always give updates via the app/photos of what they have been up to and tell us in person upon pick up. Can't fault First Steps best nursery my son has gone to which my next little boy will be going to later this year.
13 January 2025
My little girl started first steps in September and I've been so happy with the decision I made in choosing this nursery. She absolutely loves it and comes home so happy, it's lovely to see photos of her on the app every time she's there and I love to see how comfortable she feels with the staff and how much effort they put in to make her afternoons so fun. She comes home chattering about two members of staff at the nursery and telling us what she's eaten. It's a gorgeous nursery with a very calming feel to it and management have been nothing but helpful every time I've had a question to ask. I'm going to be sad when she moves rooms in a few weeks but I'm sure the staff in the next room will be just as lovely!
19 December 2024
My child has been at this nursery for nearly a year but started to go full time in September. First steps nursery is such a lovely nursery. The staff are amazing I cannot fault them! The manager is very warm and welcoming and will always try and accommodate the days you need your child to be in nursery. They have brilliant facilities for the children and the staff do so well with the different activities to help the children learn. I couldn't ask for a better nursery and better staff to take care of my child!
16 December 2024
Great nursery and staff. There is lots of space inside and outside for the children to play. The activities are always imaginative and the children learn so much, as well as having lots of fun. The food is great too and the nursery is very flexible with dietary requirements.
16 December 2024
My daughter has been attending for over a year now. She loves it. Has thrived. She has made great friendships. Loves all the nursery staff. Is always polite and pleasant this hasn't changed since going there. Everyone is always smiling. The children are always happy. I would 100% recommend. The building itself may be a bit worn, but the care is second to none. I looked round a few others prior to going and am so glad I chose this nursery. She eats double portions often at nursery. She learns a lot. There is always a balance of learning and fun - allowing children to initiate play which I love. My daughter has grown in confidence being here.
10 December 2024
Fantastic nursery, staff are caring and hardworking. They have brilliant resources and really strive to do the best for your child. I feel completely at ease and know my son will be well cared for whilst at nursery.
10 December 2024
My child has attend First Steps Nursery since September 2023 since she was 9 months. Her time so far at this nursery has been great. The staff are always supportive, friendly, caring, and enthusiastic. They have an amazing app where parents get updates throughout the day of what my daughter has been up to. This really does reassure you as a parent that your child is safe, happy and content. My daughter enjoys all the food choices provided to her and has improved massively with the use of her fork. The outdoor area is fantastic as well as there sensory room. They really do cater to all children's needs. Could not recommend enough.
Latest Reviews for First Steps Day Nursery & Pre-School Ltd
04 December 2025
Excellent nursery with fantastic staff! My daughter is always excited to go, and I can see how much she enjoys her time there. The staff are kind, caring, and attentive. Highly recommend! Thank you....
10 October 2025
I wholeheartedly believe that this is one of the best nurseries there is!! My son (2yrs) started early August and his progression so far has been nothing short of amazing. He was extremely hesitant and upset at first after having bad experiences with a previous nursery, but now runs in smiling and tries to drag me inside on pick up to play with him and his friends. His confidence and speech has grown tenfold and I'm that confident and satisfied in the staff that he'll now be going full time so I can go back to work. The staff are amazing, very friendly and caring and any issues are sorted with no fuss. It is everything you want in a nursery, feedback on their day and meals every day. Set activities to engage the children whilst still offering them space to explore and play independently. The manager Rachel has or makes time to listen to any concerns, as a nervous parent this has been a godsend. Thank you to the whole team.
01 October 2025
Our little boy started in June and we have been so happy with the care all the staff has shown since. When I first visited, I got a really nice feeling compared to others I'd also viewed in the area. I always remember the children running up to the manager which made it feel like she was very involved with the children in her care. The staff make it a very warm and welcoming place for everyone in it. My mum and dad have equally always felt welcomed by all staff when they have picked him up. Our little boy struggled to settle in initially but nursery really supported us and gave him extra settling in sessions to help with the transition. Now, he's a completely different little boy who loves to go in and looks so happy during the day on the pictures we get daily. You can tell he has a close bond with the staff in his room especially when they answer the door in the morning and his face lights up. There is nothing but genuine care for the children in this nursery.
18 August 2025
After a bad experience from a different nursery we was worried about putting out daughter in another nursery, but first steps have been great, our daughter looks forward to going and has made lots of friends. We have since put our son in who also loves going. Our questions are always answered and staff are always happy and smiley on drop off and pick up. Couldn't reccomend a nursery more.
18 August 2025
I was afraid of what it would be like placing my daughter in nursery as I didn't know what to expect but each and every member of staff has been so wonderful in helping my daughter transition and she absolutely loves nursery and the staff there now. I would highly recommend first steps nursery. They took away all my fears as well and my daughter is now thriving!
28 April 2025
Both of our children attend this nursery, changing nurseries was the best option we made, our son comes home telling me about his day and calls it his "cool nursery" they get to spend a lot of time outdoors and have a range of activities. From when we first looked around we knew it would be a great match for us, the team really care about the children and keep us updated throughout the day with plenty of photos.
28 March 2025
My eldest son went to first steps a few years ago and despite living a bit further away I chose first steps again for my younger son who has been attending since he was 8 months old. He has recently moved to pre school and loves every single day that he spends there. He names the ladies as his best friends. They show so much care and compassion, are approachable, professional and friendly!
28 March 2025
It is a fantastic team; my little boy adores the staff. The manager and the team are brilliant. The food being offered is wholesome and nutritional. I couldn't be happier with the care being given to my son. Thank you!
28 March 2025
My daughter started at first steps in February and the staff have been absolutely amazing. They have supported us through the huge transition of our daughter starting at nursery and I feel happy and confident in leaving my daughter with the staff. All of the staff I have encountered have been supportive, kind, caring and helpful. They are fabulous with my daughter and I couldn't have hoped for a better experience! The app used has helped reduce my anxiety in the early days of my daughter commencing nursery and is lovely to see what she has been doing during her day.
12 March 2025
My little boy has attended First Steps for almost a year now and he absolutely loves coming every day! The Nursery Manager is helpful in every way she can be, when I needed to increase days, this was available for us to do so. Staff know my little boy inside out and his face lights up when we talk about them at home. The parent app allows me to have an insight into his day and I love to see what he has been up to! It is my favourite time of day to see his nursery 'moments' I especially love that staff follow my child's interests and provide tuff trays and activities to expand this. A very big thank you!
20 January 2025
A great nursery for little ones! My son loves it here, he actually asks to go on days that he is not actually in! The staff are very good and they have really taken their time to not just get to know my son but also us parents as well and we are always given a warm welcome every time we arrive. A special thank you to the Nursery Practitioners who have consistently worked with my son and have always provided us with updates throughout the day, which is appreciated due to the anxiety we have leaving him!
17 January 2025
I am so happy with First Steps Nursery - my son has attended for 2 years now and is currently in the pre-school class. His speech, confidence and independence have soared since starting. Each member of staff I've spoken to at pick-up time has been lovely - friendly and courteous. They really care for the children and it shows in the way they interact with them. I am always greeted with a smile. The outside space is fantastic - like a big garden with different areas to explore or ride scooters and bikes and is secure. Inside has large rooms with a great range of play opportunities. The ladies plan brilliant and inventive activities for the day and these are communicated through an app along with photos of your child playing, plus information like the food they've eaten (which is always varied and healthy). My son is happy to go to nursery and I'm happy to send him - I know he has a great time.
16 January 2025
I absolutely love this nursery! The staff always go above and beyond for you, and the manager is always so accommodating. When you're looking for a nursery, this is exactly what you need! They are so transparent and honest! My daughter has been there for over a year and absolutely loves it! She calls the staff her friends and has developed a lovely bond with them.
16 January 2025
Great nursery, great/kind staff my son loves going here without a doubt! Always give updates via the app/photos of what they have been up to and tell us in person upon pick up. Can't fault First Steps best nursery my son has gone to which my next little boy will be going to later this year.
13 January 2025
My little girl started first steps in September and I've been so happy with the decision I made in choosing this nursery. She absolutely loves it and comes home so happy, it's lovely to see photos of her on the app every time she's there and I love to see how comfortable she feels with the staff and how much effort they put in to make her afternoons so fun. She comes home chattering about two members of staff at the nursery and telling us what she's eaten. It's a gorgeous nursery with a very calming feel to it and management have been nothing but helpful every time I've had a question to ask. I'm going to be sad when she moves rooms in a few weeks but I'm sure the staff in the next room will be just as lovely!
19 December 2024
My child has been at this nursery for nearly a year but started to go full time in September. First steps nursery is such a lovely nursery. The staff are amazing I cannot fault them! The manager is very warm and welcoming and will always try and accommodate the days you need your child to be in nursery. They have brilliant facilities for the children and the staff do so well with the different activities to help the children learn. I couldn't ask for a better nursery and better staff to take care of my child!
16 December 2024
Great nursery and staff. There is lots of space inside and outside for the children to play. The activities are always imaginative and the children learn so much, as well as having lots of fun. The food is great too and the nursery is very flexible with dietary requirements.
16 December 2024
My daughter has been attending for over a year now. She loves it. Has thrived. She has made great friendships. Loves all the nursery staff. Is always polite and pleasant this hasn't changed since going there. Everyone is always smiling. The children are always happy. I would 100% recommend. The building itself may be a bit worn, but the care is second to none. I looked round a few others prior to going and am so glad I chose this nursery. She eats double portions often at nursery. She learns a lot. There is always a balance of learning and fun - allowing children to initiate play which I love. My daughter has grown in confidence being here.
10 December 2024
Fantastic nursery, staff are caring and hardworking. They have brilliant resources and really strive to do the best for your child. I feel completely at ease and know my son will be well cared for whilst at nursery.
10 December 2024
My child has attend First Steps Nursery since September 2023 since she was 9 months. Her time so far at this nursery has been great. The staff are always supportive, friendly, caring, and enthusiastic. They have an amazing app where parents get updates throughout the day of what my daughter has been up to. This really does reassure you as a parent that your child is safe, happy and content. My daughter enjoys all the food choices provided to her and has improved massively with the use of her fork. The outdoor area is fantastic as well as there sensory room. They really do cater to all children's needs. Could not recommend enough.