Based in the grounds of The Piazza, in Aylesbury, this bright welcoming space has a strong ethos towards a caring and nurturing setting, as well as access to plenty of outside space where all children can thrive.
Throughout all Footsteps nurseries and pre-schools, a strong sense of community is a part of everyday life; from our annual summer BBQ’s to trips to the Christmas panto, parent stay and play sessions, to visiting the local care home. The Footsteps approach ensures that everyone is engaged, from start to finish, in the children’s learning and development.
Key principles include:
With 28 places this pre-school values the opportunity to really understand each and every child. Places are available for children aged 2 years + and will be open from 7.30am to 2.00pm. We also offer both 15 and 30 hours funding.
Address: Footsteps Pre-school Watermead, The Piazza, Watermead, Aylesbury, Bucks. HP19 0FU
Opening hours:
Open 7.30am to 2.00pm (term time only).
Tuesdays, we close at 12pm.
Telephone number: 07865945297
Email: Watermead@footsteps-nursery.co.uk
Key contacts: Manager, Karen Braithwaite
Our policies: Please visit values & policies
Fees and How do I apply: See our Application form
Term Dates
4th September 2023 – 20th October
(Half term: 23rd – 27th October)
30th October – 15th December
(Christmas holidays: 18th December – 5th January)
8th January 2024 – 9th February
(Half term: 12th – 16th February)
19th February – 28th March
(Easter holidays: 29th March – 12th April)
15th April – 24th May
(Half term: 27th -31st May)
3rd June – 19th July
(Summer holidays)
30th October – 15th December
(Christmas holidays: 18th December – 5th January)
8th January 2024 – 9th February
(Half term: 12th – 16th February)
19th February – 28th March
(Easter holidays: 29th March – 12th April)
“The biggest ‘Thanks you’ to the amazing Footsteps team! You guys all work so hard to create a safe, fun and nurturing environment for our little ones. My son always talks about you and even wants to ‘play preschool’ when he gets home.”
“The team at Footsteps are just amazing, I have seen first-hand how much confidence and development you all contribute to the children, especially my son and daughter.”
At Footsteps Watermead, our aim is to bring families together by creating a sense of community and ensure each child:
To read our full statement of intent CLICK HERE.
Karen has a career of over 20 years working with children as well as 2 children of her own. She is a highly qualified member of our team and we are lucky to benefit from her breadth of experience. Her favourite activities are cooking and nature walks where she loves to share her love of the natural environment with the children. Karen said “ “The best part of working at Footsteps is really getting to know all the children, what makes them tick, what excites and motivates them and to have lots of fun!”
Hannah joins Footsteps Watermead as Deputy Manager and SENCO. With a wealth of qualifications and experience, Hannah has 3 boys aged 8,5,3 who certainly give her added insight into active play as they all love to play football.
Hannah says: “My favourite activity is anything messy or imaginative and role playing with the children. I look forward to joining the Footsteps family and creating fun and engaging experiences.
“Looking back to the first stages when they started to when my son was ready for school and where my daughter is now just wonderful to see, and I owe the Footsteps team a huge thanks and congratulations. Not only do you a care for the children but you encourage and have fun as well. You are basically fantastic, and I am very grateful for all your hard work and taking such good care of my babies!”
“All the team at Footsteps are absolutely amazing, I couldn’t feel more relaxed with my son coming into your setting. All staff have made my son’s transition into the school the best he could have ever had and he loves each and every one of you. I will forever to recommend Footsteps to every single person who asks. Thank you for being you.”
“I seen so many changes in my son in such a short space of time. He absolutely adores your staff and I can see how comfortable he is with both of them. The support and just the general daily feedback means a lot and keeps my mind at ease knowing he has a great day at nursery. A massive thank you to the entire team!”
For more information, please contact us on 07865945297 or email us at Watermead@footsteps-nursery.co.uk
