July 21, 2019

Good grounding for future learning – French and Spanish lessons

At Footsteps we are committed to a learning through play ethos which we feel helps the children develop skills, experience new things at a pace to suit them and create friendships and all the foundations for future learning. In addition to this method we also like to ensure that our children have a well-rounded provision and opportunities to learn about their wider surroundings. Teaching our children the foundations of modern […]
July 1, 2019

Royal Celebrations at Footsteps

As we come to the end of the month we wanted to reflect on some of the wonderful things we have done at Footsteps Maple Cross. With the arrival of a very exciting piece of post this morning, one of the highlights was certainly our Royal Tea Party we had in honour of the Queen’s Birthday. With our colourful bunting hung and birthday banners on full display, the children got […]
July 1, 2019

Creative fun with Hartbeeps

At Footsteps we have the most amazing team that are always looking for new opportunities to offer creative, fun and unique ways for the children to explore the world around them. Sometimes these opportunities come from our external suppliers who bring their own unique stamp on learning and stimulation. We are pleased that Hartbeeps is able to join us to offer their experience in working with children from babies to […]
June 21, 2019

Anyone for tennis?

Our ethos at Footsteps Nurseries has always been crystal clear and our sites have been specifically chosen to allow access to plenty of outside space, Forest school opportunities and free-flow inside/outside play.  Combined with our nutritious lunches and use of our own home-grown vegetables we are committed to encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle. Children of pre-school age should be physically active daily for at least 3 hours, spread throughout […]
March 4, 2019

Maple Cross: Our New Garden

Following the successful building renovations prior to Footsteps Maple Cross opening in January, it was now time to turn attention to the outside space. And with plenty available, the team had big plans. Over the half term the dedicated staff were very busy making lots of improvements to their outside area.  With a focus on free-flow play and on spending quality time outside (whatever the weather), it was very important […]
January 15, 2019

Maple Cross Footsteps is Now Open!

Based in the grounds of Maple Cross JMI School, Footsteps Maple Cross is now open. After renovations to make the existing childcare setting into a fresh, flexible and welcoming space, the team are beyond excited about the latest addition to the Footsteps family. With use of their own garden, the school field and large open spaces the children will be able to enjoy the Footsteps ethos of plenty of exercise, […]
November 14, 2018

Lest We forget: Footsteps Commemorates Remembrance Day

Armistice Day was commemorated on the 11th November. Also known as Remembrance Day, it marks the day World War One ended, at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month, in 1918. This year also marked 100 years since the end of WW1. In the week before this important day of remembrance, we used lots of different ways and activities to talk to the children about what it meant. We also explained why leading up to […]
November 12, 2018

Lighting up November at Footsteps

The beginning of November has been a whirlwind as we celebrated a world of colour. With fireworks and Diwali taking top spots on the calendar, we enjoyed lots of different activities which have brightened up our walls (and sometimes our clothes too). Glitter, paint, sponges, hand printing, glue, coloured blocks and tissue paper were out in full force as we enjoyed our firework themed paintings and shakers. We also put […]
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