Nursery fees are dependent on the age of your child and your specific childcare requirements. Funding options are available, including the government’s 30 hours funded childcare, for working families with 3-4-year-old children and we also accept the Government Tax Free Childcare Scheme and childcare vouchers.
To request pricing and availability, please call us or visit our website.
There is limited on-site car parking available for convenient drop off/pickup.
Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.9 (9.916) out of 10, based on 36 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School has 81 reviews.
Review from Amie S (Mother of Child) published on 16 July 2024
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Reply from Sonny, Marketing at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
We're so touched by your review! It's heartwarming to know that your little boy loves his time with us, especially after those initial cuddles at drop-off. Watching his development over the last year has been a joy. Thank you for your gratitude - it means the world to us!
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Review from S P (Father of Child) published on 16 July 2024
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Reply from Sonny, Marketing at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that our friendly staff has made your child feel welcomed and supported. Providing flexibility with extra sessions and ensuring you get the best from our nursery is what we strive for. We appreciate your feedback!
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Review from Kyle D (Father of Child) published on 5 July 2024
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
I'm really glad you are already seeing a difference and it will just keep getting better.
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Review from Scott T (Father of Child) published on 4 July 2024
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review, it means a lot. Your daughter has changed every time she's transitioned to another room and just keeps on shining!
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Review from C G (Father of Child) published on 4 July 2024
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your kind words and we are happy that both you and your child enjoy their time at Nursery
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Review from D B (Mother of Child) published on 4 July 2024
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for writing this review. It's been great to watch her grow and develop and we hope to continue it all the way up to when we have to say goodbye to school.
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Review from Katy M (Mother of Child) published on 25 March 2024
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for your review, we are glad that the experience for both you and your child is a positive one and we can put your mind at ease when leaving him with us.
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Review from Joel J (Father of Child) published on 22 March 2024
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to do the Nursery a review. Your daughter has settled really quickly and her personality is shining through.
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Review from C H (Mother of Child) published on 30 November 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for your review, it is a pleasure to have her at nursery. She is a happy soul and just loves getting involved in everything the nursery does.
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Review from Japji G (Mother of Child) published on 22 November 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you Japji for your review. The time has flown by in those 16 months and he has come on in leaps and bounds. He is just growing bigger and bigger everyday.
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Review from N V (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Your daughter has settled really well into the rooms as she has transitioned and you can see her growth month in and month out.
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Review from Stephanie W (Mother of Child) published on 13 November 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you, Stephanie, for your kind words; it is lovely to see how she has grown in confidence more and more when she is here.
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Review from Surabhi D (Mother of Child) published on 9 November 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for the kind words, we are happy you enjoyed the transition into babies and it was a positive experience for you, being yours and his first time.
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Review from Benjamin L (Father of Child) published on 9 November 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review, it was lovely to read your comments. He is such a lovely little boy and always has a smile on his face.
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Review from C G (Mother of Child) published on 8 November 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review, and the words are just lovely to read. I am glad you and your son are enjoying your time with us, and we are enjoying watching him grow and change as he moves through the rooms.
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Review from L F (Mother of Child) published on 19 July 2023
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Review from Alannah-Jane P (Mother of Child) published on 8 March 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review your daughter has just grown into a lovely, cuddly, confident young lady and always greets me every time she's in with a smile and asks me if I'm staying to play. It's lovely to see how she has changed over the years
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Review from J P (Father of Child) published on 7 March 2023
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Reply from Samantha Randall, Manager at Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School
Thank you for your review, I have passed it on to the room. It has been lovely having your daughter for so long and watching her grow into a happy little girl.
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Review from Lee C (Father of Child) published on 3 March 2023
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Thank you Lee for this review. It has been a great pleasure to watch him grow and develop into a confident child. He loves exploring and getting into everything he can.
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Review from L B (Mother of Child) published on 10 June 2022
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Thank you so much. It's great to see how much she has changed and grown since starting.
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The Review Score of 9.9 (9.916) out of 10 for Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School is based on a) the Average Rating and b) the number of positive Reviews.
a) The Average Rating is 4.9 out of 5 from 36 Reviews in the last 24 months.
b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 5.0 out of 5 from 36 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.
The maximum Review Score for a Day Nursery is 10, which is made up from the Average Rating of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) and the Number of Reviews (maximum of 5 points) in the last 24 months:
a) 5 Points are available for the Average Rating from all Reviews in the last 24 months.
The Average Rating of 4.916 for Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (397 Excellents x 5) + (32 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 431 Ratings = 4.916
b) 5 Points are available for the number of Positive Reviews in the last 24 months. A Positive Review is defined as any Review with an 'Overall Experience' of '4' or '5' (out of a max rating '5').
The 5 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Footsteps Dosthill Nursery & Pre-School is based on 36 positive Reviews in the last 24 months and is calculated as per below:
The 5 points available are broken down as follows:
i) 4 points are available for the first 10 Positive Reviews in the last 24 months; 3 points for the first Positive Review, and then 0.125 Points for each of the next four Positive Reviews and then 0.1 Points for the next five Positive Reviews. (1st = 3.000, 2nd = 0.125, 3rd = 0.125, 4th = 0.125, 5th = 0.125, 6th = 0.100, 7th = 0.100, 8th = 0.100, 9th = 0.100, 10th = 0.100) 3 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.125 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 4
ii) 1 point is available for the number of Positive Reviews reaching 20% of the number of registered child places in the last 24 months. If this number is partially reached, then that proportion of 1 point is given. eg a Day Nursery registered for a maximum of 50 child places has to reach 10 Positive Reviews to receive 1 point, if it has 7 reviews it will receive 0.7 points. 20% of the 55 number of registered child places is 11, which has been reached with 36 Positive reviews. Points = 1
When a Review is submitted by someone who has previously submitted a Review, only the latest Review will count towards the Review Score.
If a Day Nursery does not have a review in the last 24 months, then it will not have a Review Score.
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Job Title: Nursery Manager
Joined: 2002
Hello, my name is Samantha, I have been a Nursery Manager since 1998 and I joined Footsteps at the beginning of August 2002 and have been the Nursery Manager at Dosthill since when we first opened our doors to families.
I hold a level 3 diploma in childcare, and I have also completed my level 4 in management. I am passionate about childcare and have been with the nursery for a long time. I have built a strong bond with my setting, my team, the local community, and the families that use our services, I take great pride in being a part of each child’s growth and development as they progress and achieve during their time with us at nursery until eventually, they graduate on to their further education at school.
Here at Dosthill, we ensure every child’s individual needs are met and support their growth and development with the tools they need to succeed. Our nursery offers a comforting home-from-home environment, and our facilities give children unique opportunities that enhance their experiences and support their individual achievements and milestones.
Our fantastic team provide a varied range of rich and stimulating activities based on the core areas of learning and by incorporating the children’s keen interests our child-led activities naturally encourage children to be engaged every day.
Job Title: Deputy Manager
Joined: 2009
Hello, my name is Rachael, I have been a Deputy Manager since 2003 and I started my journey at Footsteps at our Lichfield Road Nursery in 2009. In 2020 I joined the team here at Dosthill Nursery.
I hold a Foundation Degree and working with children has always been my passion, I have experience working with children of all age groups within Early Years and it’s an absolute pleasure, to see them grow and develop throughout their years with us.
At Footsteps we remain one step ahead in childcare and our nursery actively promotes change and new and exciting ways to fulfil our family’s needs, exceeding their requirements.
Our fantastic team ensure that high exceptions are met every day and that each day children spend with us is full of awe and wonder.
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