We are proud to be based at Leighton Buzzard Rugby Club, giving our children access to exceptional outdoor space, open fields, fresh air and room to explore. Surrounded by nature and wide green landscapes, our setting offers a unique learning environment where children can enjoy freedom, movement and hands-on discovery every day.
Address: Little Footsteps Explorers Preschool, Wright’s Meadow,
Leighton Road, Stanbridge, Leighton Buzzard. LU7 9HR
Opening hours:
Open 8am to 4pm
Please note, Leighton Buzzard is a term time only pre-school.
Tel: 07478 649473
Email: Leightonbuzzard@footsteps-nursery.co.uk
Key contacts: Manager, Kirsty Moore
Term dates
Sept 4th – Oct 23rd
Half term: 26th oct – 30th oct
Nov 2nd – Dec 18th 2pm
Half term: 21st Dec- 4th Jan
Jan 5th – 12th Feb 27
Half term: Feb 15th – 19th Feb 27
Feb 22nd – April 25th, 27
Half term: March 26th – 12th April
April 13th – 28th May, 27
Half term: 31st May – 4th June, 27
June 7th – 20th July 12pm.
Summer
22nd July – 1st Sept 2027
Our Rugby Club location offers:
We strongly believe in the power of outdoor learning as part of the Forest School approach. Every day is filled with outdoor adventure: puddle jumping, nature walks, bug hunting, gardening, woodwork, building and more. Children spend as much time outside as possible, building resilience, well-being and confidence. Children learn through real experiences and supported challenges, developing life-long skills such as:
Children are encouraged to explore at their own pace, developing creativity and imagination through natural resources, loose parts and open-ended play.
Little Footsteps Explorers welcomes children aged 1 to 5 years, offering up to 28 places in a warm and personal setting. We provide a safe and nurturing environment where children are supported emotionally, socially and physically.
Our curriculum follows the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and is brought to life through play, real-world learning and purposeful experiences. We celebrate each child’s individuality and create learning opportunities based on their interests, strengths and next steps.
“Our daughter was lucky enough to be part of Little Footsteps pretty much from the beginning. I’ve never seen her so happy to go in! The staff are amazing, they genuinely care your child and make sure they feel safe and happy. They have all the best bits of a nursery setting and a childminders. The outdoor space is expansive and they really make the most of it. There are many activities indoors that the children can choose from and our favourite part is the fact that they take the children out to various places (library, park, shops to buy ingredients!) all life lessons etc which they document and put up on tapestry, a daily set of photos. We could not be happier and looking forward to my youngest starting with them at some point soon. Highly recommend!”
My name is Kirsty and I have been in childcare for 20 years, I have worked in two nurseries before joining Footsteps Little Explorers. I love to be able to watch and help your children’s interests grow and explore. The best thing for me is to hear their infectious laughs and inquisitive questions and of course, exploring in many different messy plays.
I have two sons who have been in nurseries with me and who are now thriving in school, we love to go on bike rides and explore the great outdoors and of course relaxing on the sofa watching films together.
I have worked in childcare for 13 years and am also a proud parent of two children who love arts and crafts, so I enjoy planning and taking part in creative activities. One of the most rewarding parts of my role is watching children’s confidence grow from the moment they start nursery and supporting and encouraging them throughout their journey with us. I am passionate about children’s mental health and wellbeing and strongly believe in the positive impact that spending time outdoors, exploring nature, and staying active has on their development and happiness.
We would love to show you around our new setting and introduce you to our team. Get in touch to arrange a visit or enquire about places. We look forward to welcoming you to Little Footsteps Explorers.
For more information, please contact us on 07478 649473 or email us at LeightonBuzzard@footsteps-nursery.co.uk
