Why Choose First Steps Nursery?

First Steps Nursery, established in 1994, is a family-run childcare facility operating from a purpose built converted church. First Steps has always been committed to providing a stimulating environment in which all parents and children feel valued as part of the nursery community.

First Steps Nursery is set over two floors with an additional Sensory/classroom and canteen, we are situated on the edge of Dane Park in Thanet Road, and just a short walk from Margate town centre, old town, Margate beach & the Turner Centre art gallery. The nursery also has two outdoor play areas.

The Nursery is Ofsted registered for 100 children and is open from 7.00 am until 4.00 pm Monday – Friday for 38 weeks of the year. First Steps Nursery is Term Time only and is closed on Public Bank Holidays and all school holidays.

We support children with learning difficulties and disabilities and children for whom English is an additional language.

The nursery has fourteen staff including two fully qualified SENCO’S, and three  managers all of whom are qualified in early years and hold a current DBS check. All of our staff members are also first aid trained.

Viewing our facilities

At First Steps Nursery we have an open approach and are happy to show parents and children around the setting at any time. If parents wish to make an appointment to view the setting we are also more than happy to do so.

Secure and well-equipped facilities

Our excellent facilities include full CCTV coverage, a large fully qualified caring staff team, outside front and rear garden areas, the nursery is also fully air conditioned.

Free early education

The nursery accepts government free early education funding  for all 2, 3 and 4 year-old children and also accepts the government Free for Two’s funding for 2 year olds, which is subject to criteria checks.

All funded children receive 15 or 30 hours per week term time only depending on there circumstances and employment status.

Email us with any questions at : office@firstepsmargate.co.uk