July 1, 2026

Investing in Our Team to Give Every Child the Best Start

At Footsteps Watermead, we believe that exceptional early years education starts with exceptional practitioners. That’s why we’re committed to continuous professional development, ensuring our team is always learning, growing and bringing fresh ideas into the setting. Over the coming year, our staff will be taking part in a range of specialist training programs designed to enhance children’s learning experiences and strengthen the support we provide to our families. Supporting Children’s […]
June 26, 2026

Celebrating Father’s Day at Footsteps

At Footsteps, we know that every family is unique, and Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate all the incredible male role models who make such a positive difference in our children’s lives. Whether it’s a dad, stepdad, grandad, uncle, older brother, foster carer or another special person, we love recognising the important relationships that help our children feel safe, supported and loved. Preparing for a Special Day In […]
June 1, 2026

May-time, Play-time!

What a wonderful month May has been at Footsteps! The recent warm weather and sunshine have given us plenty of opportunities to take our learning outdoors and enjoy all the benefits that being outside can bring. Learning About Road Safety Keeping children safe is always a priority, and this month we have been focusing on road safety awareness through practical experiences and discussions. The children have been learning how to […]
April 20, 2026

The Importance of Outdoor Play: Growing, Exploring and Thriving

Outdoor play is at the heart of life at Footsteps. Our outdoor spaces at every setting are constantly evolving, offering children new opportunities to explore, discover and learn through nature. A Space That Grows With the Seasons As the year changes, so do our outdoor environments: Spring brings planting and new life Summer encourages water play and exploration Autumn introduces natural materials and textures Winter offers sensory experiences and seasonal […]
April 20, 2026

Packing a Healthy Lunchbox: Fuel for life at Footsteps

A healthy lunchbox does more than fill little tummies.  It fuels learning, supports concentration and protects children’s long-term health. At Footsteps, we work closely with our families to promote healthy eating and good oral health habits in fun and engaging ways. Here are some of our top tips for making sure packed lunch boxes are helping children get the most from their day. Watch Out for Hidden Sugars Many foods […]
April 16, 2026

How Footsteps Staff Support Every Child to Thrive

At Footsteps, our greatest strength is our people and how much they care. Our highly trained team is dedicated to ensuring every child feels supported, understood and able to thrive – whatever their starting point. Continuous Training and Development Our staff regularly take part in professional development to stay up to date with best practices in early years education. This includes: Safeguarding and child development Communication and language support Behaviour […]
April 13, 2026

The Benefits of Staying in a Specialist Pre-School vs Moving to a School Nursery

Choosing the right early years setting for your child is an important decision, and one many parents revisit as their child approaches school age. While school nurseries can feel like the “next step”, there are many benefits beyond more friendly working hours to remaining in a specialist pre-school environment like Footsteps. A Child-Centred Approach to Learning At Footsteps, learning is led by the child and not a timetable. Our practitioners […]
April 9, 2026

Parents Guidance for Consumables

At Footsteps day nursery and preschools our aim is to positively promote the health and wellbeing of every child. If you have chosen to opt out of the nursery consumable charge the following policy applies to all items supplied from home. Essential consumables for care routines To be able to support the care routines of your child and meet their individual needs, you are required to provide the following items. […]
April 8, 2026

Preparing for Easter at Footsteps: A Season of Learning, Celebration and eggciting times

As we move into the brighter days of spring, our settings are full of excitement, curiosity and learning experiences. The lead-up to Easter is a wonderful opportunity for children to explore new ideas, celebrate different traditions, and develop key skills through play-based learning. Here’s a little look at what we’ve been enjoying across Footsteps locations this half term. Learning About Recycling and Caring for Our World Spring is the perfect […]
March 9, 2026

Celebrating, Exploring and Learning Together at Footsteps

At Footsteps, we love to fill our calendar with meaningful celebrations, exciting national events and fun themed days. These moments give children the opportunity to explore new cultures, develop curiosity, discover new interests and build connections with the world around them. Welcoming the Year with Chinese New Year Earlier this term, our children enjoyed learning about Chinese New Year, a wonderful celebration that introduces them to different traditions, foods, colours […]
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