July 16, 2025

Sports Day Fun at Footsteps Maple Cross

At Sports Day this year, the sun certainly had its hat on too, as it shone down on a very special day filled with laughter, encouragement, and lots of energy!  This much-anticipated event is always a highlight of our summer term, and this year was no exception. From the moment we started practising our races, there was a real buzz in the air. Children of all ages threw themselves into […]
June 15, 2025

Celebrating Father’s Day at Footsteps

At Footsteps, we know that strong role models come in all shapes and sizes, and Father’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the dads, stepdads, grandads, uncles, and the incredible male figures who play such an important part in our children’s lives. This year, our nurseries were buzzing with excitement as we prepared for a whole host of Father’s Day fun. Across all our settings, children shared stories and […]
May 27, 2025

May at Footsteps: Sunshine, fun time!

What a wonderful and busy month we’ve had at Footsteps! May has been packed with exciting adventures, special celebrations, and plenty of time exploring the great outdoors. Forest School Fun Our Forest School sessions have been full of hands-on learning this month. The children have been busy planting tomatoes and beans, carefully weeding our garden, and discovering the tiny creatures that live in the soil during bug hunts. We’ve also […]
April 25, 2025

Hoppy Easter from Footsteps!

At Footsteps, we’ve had a cracking time celebrating Easter across all our settings! This special season brought a flurry of fun, creativity and learning, as our children (and staff) got stuck into a whole host of Easter-themed activities. One of the highlights was our Easter egg hunts, where excited children explored the gardens in search of colourful eggs. The joy on their faces as they discovered their hidden treasures was […]
March 11, 2025

Celebrating a Magical World Book Day at Footsteps!

World Book Day at Footsteps was a truly special occasion, filled with storytelling, creativity, and plenty of fun! We were delighted to welcome families into our Story Café for a wonderful Stay and Play session, where parents joined in to read stories and share their love of books with the children. Throughout the day, we explored some of our favourite stories, bringing them to life with engaging activities. From The Gingerbread Man to The Gruffalo, Elmer the Elephant, […]
February 27, 2025

Celebrating the Lunar New Year at Footsteps

The Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year or the Spring Festival, is one of the most important celebrations in many East Asian cultures. It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and is filled with traditions symbolising prosperity, health, and happiness. Each year is associated with an animal from the Chinese zodiac, and 2025 is the Year of the Snake. The festival typically lasts for 15 days […]
February 17, 2025

Celebrating Love and Friendship at Footsteps

At Footsteps, we love celebrating special occasions that bring joy, creativity, and learning to our children. Valentine’s Day was no exception! Our settings were filled with excitement as children explored the theme of love – not just romantic love, but the love we share with family, friends, and even our pets. Through a variety of engaging activities, we encouraged our children to express their feelings, develop fine motor skills, and, […]
January 14, 2025

Welcome Back to a New Term at Footsteps!

At Footsteps, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. As the new term begins, we’re committed to helping our little ones explore, learn, and grow through hands-on experiences. We’re thrilled to welcome back all our children and families after the Christmas break. With the cold weather settling in, there’s no shortage of exciting activities and opportunities for learning and exploration this winter. Embracing the […]
November 29, 2024

Road Safety Week at Footsteps: Learning through Fun and Creativity!

At Footsteps, we believe that early education goes beyond books and classrooms. During Road Safety Week, our nursery and pre-school children had a fantastic time learning all about staying safe on the roads – while having lots of fun along the way! Through a variety of activities, crafts, and hands-on learning, our children explored the importance of road safety in a way that was engaging, memorable, and enjoyable. Colourful Crafts […]
November 11, 2024

Lest We Forget: Our Tribute to Remembrance Day

As part of our Remembrance Day activities, Footsteps aimed to help children understand and honour the significance of the day in our National Calendar. Through thoughtful crafts, a peaceful walk to memorials, and moments of reflection, the children were able to learn about the values of remembrance, respect, and gratitude. We started with a creative activity that is both hands-on (literally) and symbolic: making handprint poppy wreaths. Children covered their […]
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