Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School

73 Timothy's Bridge Road, Stratford Enterprise Park, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 9BG
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9.4 41 Reviews
  • Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School, Stratford-upon-Avon
Footsteps Stratford Day Nursery & Pre-School, rated Good by Ofsted (August 2022), is a childcare provider for children under the age of five, and offers a wide range of opportunities for children to learn through play and develop as individuals.

A large garden allows children to experience Forest School and develop their own understanding of the natural world outside. Carefully arranged rooms inside the nursery allow children to grow and flourish during their time at the setting.

Footsteps staff are committed to providing dedicated care and support to all children at the nursery to give them the best start possible in life.

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Care Provided by Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School

  • Type of Service
  • Day Nursery – Privately Owned
  • Open all year
  • Full Day Care
  • Sessional Day Care

Good to Know

  • Person in charge
  • Naomi Shirley (Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 30
  • Total Places for Children
  • 125
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 3 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 07:00-19:00
    Tuesday 07:00-19:00
    Wednesday 07:00-19:00
    Thursday 07:00-19:00
    Friday 07:00-19:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School

  • 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.
  • Parking

  • The nursery has on-site parking for easy drop off/pick up.


Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School Reviews (41)

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Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School has a Review Score of 9.4 (9.362) out of 10, based on 12 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School has 41 reviews.

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Review from Sally H (Mother of Child) published on 30 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My first child is now in the upper school; since he started, he has enjoyed attending. Especially going to forest school and taking part in science activities. All members of staff are friendly and know him. He has grown loads and made friends. The nursery is very good and always there to speak with.
As my eldest child enjoys it that much, our youngest has just started and is also enjoying their time in the baby room. Through COVID times, they have kept in touch and provided activities to help enjoy with the children at home. It is a safe and welcoming environment. Would recommend to all.

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Review from Polly W (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Footsteps is a fantastic nursery and I would highly recommend it to other parents. The managers and staff are so welcoming and most importantly they make your child feel happy and excited about attending nursery each day. They offer earlier opening times than other nurseries in Stratford upon Avon,
which is ideal for parents that travel for work. Having one child attend from the baby room through to preschool and my second currently there now, I have been apart of the Footsteps family for many years. I will be very sad when my second child leaves for school but shall be thankful for all the support they have given my children and myself in developing and getting them school ready.

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Review from Louise T (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Having looked at several nursery settings in the area, we are glad we choose Footsteps. Our son has attended since he was 6 months old and the staff were very supportive to him and me during the initial settling in period. Our son has thrived in the setting. Key points for us were the high levels of
training for staff, very low turnover of staff, opening hours were 7 am - 7 pm pre-COVID, have understandably reduced slightly in the current times. Meal plans are on a monthly basis so good variety and prepared on-site. I find the levels of cleanliness good. So far we have only met the staff from the baby room, but all have been very friendly and kind to our son. They make time to talk to us at drop-offs and pick-ups and give us a good level of detail on our son's day. Good range of activities, outdoor space including forest school. Currently undergoing an extension for the movers group. Use of learning book app allows us to see our son’s progress and for us to share activities from home.

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Review from K M (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been at Stratford-upon-Avon Footsteps since she was 12 months old (now currently 3). I would not hesitate to recommend this setting to any parents considering their childcare options. The setting is welcoming and we have had personalised care since day 1. Special mention to the staff,
they are always so helpful, caring and happy, the latter being so important as it rubs off on the children within their care. It is such a nurturing environment. Particular mention for the manager and the team who, during the last few months of a pandemic, has been brilliant making everything safe but at no detriment to the caring environment for the children. Thank you.

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Review from Ella S (Mother of Child) published on 18 September 2020
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We’ve been very happy with all aspects of the nursery. The staff especially are really friendly and helpful. We’ve had some amazing key workers who have gone out of their way to get to know the children and give detailed and personal feedback on the child’s day.

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Review from Al J (Father of Child) published on 16 July 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My two daughters have both been through Footsteps Stratford Upon Avon - the youngest from 6 months to completion in Upper Pre-School - and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Having experienced a couple of other nurseries with the eldest daughter prior to moving to the midlands, I can honestly say
that Footsteps excels in all areas and have the most professional, yet friendliest staff. We will be sad to leave, but can whole-heartedly say to anyone looking for nurseries in Stratford Upon Avon, that Footsteps is the place to visit.

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Review from Lauren C (Mother of Child) published on 27 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Footsteps is an excellent nursery, my child happily stays with them and always seems happy and fulfilled. Great variety in food and activities both indoor and out with reassuring emphasis on independence. Overall lovely people and a lovely place.

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Review from J C (Mother of Child) published on 26 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

My little boy has been attending Footsteps Nursery & Pre-school (Stratford) for almost 6 months. After the initial settling in phase, he is usually very happy to go in in the mornings which is a great sign he enjoys it. The staff are incredibly on the ball and very accommodating to his needs or our
requests. The activities are so imaginative and fun and he always eats his meals. I sent him here on a recommendation from a friend and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the nursery to friends and family.

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Review from Amy S (Mother of Child) published on 24 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Always a positive experience with all members of staff. Nothing is too much trouble and if I ever have concerns over my son during the day they are always really helpful id I call to see how he's doing. I like the activities that they do with the children and feel that the standard and variety of food
they offer is brilliant.

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Review from Francesca M-S (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

As a parent who has a lot of experience in the sector, I have found the care and provision excellent. The staff are always on hand to meet and greet the parents in the mornings and are highly qualified with excellent knowledge of the EYFS curriculum. The Key Worker system is consistent and my child's
key worker is always there to talk to should I have any concerns or queries. There is a fantastic handover at drop off and pick up and I am aware of all activities that have taken place. There is a wide variety of experiences for the children including a sensory room and outdoor space. Staff adhere to parents' requests with regards to keeping a consistent approach to their care at home and try to match this within the nursery where possible. Hours are very suitable to our needs as a family as they are open 7-7. I highly recommend this nursery to anyone looking for a full-time day nursery.

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Review from Emma M (Mother of Child) published on 5 June 2019
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My little boy started in the baby room with Footsteps in January 2019 when he was 10 months old. I am so pleased we picked Footsteps. He is so happy here and settled in very quickly, there is nothing more reassuring when I hand him over in a morning and he waves me off. When he first started I could
phone up as often as I wanted to check if he was alright. The staff are very approachable and nothing is to much trouble, they are clearly invested in the children and from day one I felt comfortable leaving my child in their care. There is not a high turnover of staff, they have a good variety of freshly cooked food, they are very accommodating to our needs and he is always sent home in clean clothes. They provide a daily report card with the activities done, times of nappy changes and whether it's wet or soiled, what food he's had and how much, times and lengths of naps. He does a good variety of activities and they get time outside every day.

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Review from Alex M (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Since my eldest started back in 2015, I have experienced nothing but excellent care at this nursery. The management does everything they can to support the parents and children, the staff are fun, nurturing and above all exceptionally caring. The activities are always imaginative and fun, and I am amazed
by how much can be achieved in one day! Both boys love going into nursery and always come out with a big smile on their faces. I couldn't recommend them highly enough.

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Review from Sarah P (Mother of Child) published on 12 June 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Fantastic setting and very caring staff. They really understand the needs of each individual child and always give me thorough daily updates on what he has been up to and eaten, etc. The staff are so happy and friendly and upper preschool provide an environment where my son can learn - he tells me French
words, talks about the months, etc and can spell his name already. This has all been learned at Footsteps. My daughter previously attended and I had the same very positive experience. Great activities and opportunities for parents to be involved. Really impressed.

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Review from Lucy E (Mother of Child) published on 18 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Highly recommend Footsteps, the staff are absolutely superb, extremely friendly and accommodating. Very high standard of childcare.

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Review from Gary J (Father of Child) published on 16 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Footsteps has been fantastic for all my children. From the minute I left them from babies they were settled and loved it. Each room has been fantastic, the facilities and the staff are great. It's given my children so many fantastic memories and we will always appreciate all the hard work they do.

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Review from Lucy K (Mother of Child) published on 16 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Staff are friendly and professional. My son has settled in well. Good variety of activities each day. Good variety of healthy food. Lovely outdoor space and great sensory room.

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Review from Katie W (Mother of Child) published on 16 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 4.0 out of 5

Generally I am happy with the nursery, I would like to have a more detailed report at the end of the day and I feel that the meals I am paying for are not worth the money particularly when they are not eaten. The Quorn meal was most annoying, but soup is unacceptable also. I appreciate it can be difficult
to clean every child’s face but they should be encouraged to wash before and after meals. Discipline is questionable. Parking is ridiculous. Daily activities seem to be fun and educational. My child enjoys forest school, cooking club and French. She particularly enjoys the visits to the care home. Majority of staff are excellent.

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Review from Gemma B (Mother of Child) published on 4 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter loves going to nursery at Footsteps, and I know she will miss it so much when she leaves for school in September. Every day that she has attended, since she was 8 months old, she has had the most amazing time and the staff have been wonderful throughout our journey so far.

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Review from Kelly S (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter is always happy at nursery and always tells me what she has been up to from going to forest school, playing in the play dough and making pictures of our family.

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Review from Emma S (Mother of Child) published on 3 May 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We currently have two children at the nursery, a baby and a 3.5 yr old, the latter has been attending for three years.


The care of both children is excellent. They are both equally happy to go to and be at nursery.


The facilities are great. It is a forest school nursery and they do activities

outside in all weathers. They have a play area, a garden, a great mud kitchen and a covered area for the babies.


The children have access to large, interactive touch screen equipment and there is a lovely sensory room too.


The older children get to play football, learn French and do cooking club.


All the staff are friendly, engaged and well qualified. Children have a dedicated key worker but our children have also really bonded well with many of the other staff in both their own rooms and throughout. It’s a lovely atmosphere.


The menu is varied, healthy and cooked on premises.


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Current Review Score: 9.4 (9.362)

Overview of Review Score

The Review Score of 9.4 (9.362) out of 10 for Footsteps Stratford 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 12 Reviews in the last 24 months.

  • b) The score for the number of positive Reviews is 4.5 out of 5 from 12 positive Reviews in the last 24 months.

Detailed Breakdown of Review Score

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 4.882 for Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School is calculated as follows: ( (129 Excellents x 5) + (13 Goods x 4) + (2 Satisfactorys x 3) ) ÷ 144 Ratings = 4.882

  • 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 4.48 Points relating to the number of positive Reviews for Footsteps Stratford Nursery & Pre-School is based on 12 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 125 number of registered child places is 25. 12 Positive Reviews ÷ 25 = 0.48

  • 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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Naomi

Naomi Shirley

Job Title: Nursery Manager

Joined: 2007

Hello, my name is Naomi, I am the Nursery Manager here at Stratford, I joined Footsteps as a Deputy Manager from the opening of the Stratford Nursery in January 2007 and after completing my degree as an Early Years Teacher in 2009, I became the nurseries Manager.


I am passionate about the education we offer to our children and developing a curriculum that enables every child to achieve.


Our nursery builds an environment of open communication for all our children and families. The resources we provide, give the children the opportunity to be independent and confident, Our fantastic team ensure that every child has the best possible start and is ready for the next step in their life.


Tracey

Tracey Wargent

Job Title: Deputy Manager

Joined: 2007

Hello, my name is Tracey, I joined Footsteps in March 2007 and have been part of the management team since 2013. I have recently taken on the role of Deputy Manager.


I completed my level 3 qualification in 2008 and then went on to complete my Forest School level 3 in 2015.


I am passionate about the importance of outdoor play, and it’s great that here at Footsteps children get to experience this in all weathers. I love spending time in our Forest School exploring the natural environment and encouraging children to solve problems. I also support all age groups with Makaton, giving children a way to express themselves and communicate with others independently.


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