Little Steps Day Care

To the rear of: 56 Ravensden Road, Renhold, Bedford MK41 0JY
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Care Provided by Little Steps Day Care

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

Good to Know

  • Owner
  • Little Steps Day Care Ltd
  • Person in charge
  • Jo McClelland (Owner/Manager)
  • Number of Childcare Staff
  • 11
  • Total Places for Children
  • 42
  • Age Range
    • from 0 years 4 months
    • to 5 years 0 months
  • Opening Times
  • Monday 08:00-18:00
    Tuesday 08:00-18:00
    Wednesday 08:00-18:00
    Thursday 08:00-18:00
    Friday 08:00-18:00
  • When Closed
  • Bank Holidays & Christmas

Funding & Fees Guide for Little Steps Day Care

  • Under 2s - Full Day £67,
    Over 2s Full Day - £62.50,
    1/2 Day session - £40
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Little Steps Day Care Reviews (13)

Over all time Little Steps Day Care has 13 reviews.

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Review from Andrew G (Father of Child) published on 12 August 2022
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My only regret about this place was, I didn’t put my son in there earlier! It’s a great venue with amazing staff and they really do go that extra mile every day which makes all the difference! I’ve heard so many nightmare stories from friends about other venues. I have nothing bad to say about Little
Steps Day Care! That’s how good they are compared to the rest. This is the best nursery ever and they’ll forever have a place in my heart for what they’ve done x

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Review from A L (Mother of Child) published on 3 November 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little Steps is full of warm and welcoming staff, and my son really enjoys going there. I withdrew him last year due to maternity leave but had no question about where he would go back to nursery once that was over. Covid made my son quite timid and reluctant to speak to anyone other than family. Thanks
to the Little Steps team, he is back to being the loud and confident boy we all know and love.

Reply from Joanne McClelland, Owner/Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you for the lovely feedback. Covid has been hard for many of our children, and it is so nice to hear we have helped in some way to get them back on track!


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Review from Athina G (Mother of Child) published on 30 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter joined when she was 10 months old (she’s now 3 years old). She certainly feels at home in the setting and she has adored her carers throughout her journey in the unit. The staff are there to make the children feel at home. They focus on developing a healthy bond with the child and they are
supporting the parents with raising confident, independent and caring children respecting and embracing diversity. The setting itself is clean, warm and colorful with Montessori touches and has a lot of interesting corners for the little ones to explore. The home-cooked food that the setting provides is truly delicious and my daughter loves it. There is a huge variety of activities as well. I’ve also noticed that carers work with the children encouraging them to develop good manners and teaching them to respect each other, set boundaries to self and others, speak up when she does not feel right and also work on problem-solving and managing emotions which, to me, are vital life skills.

Reply from Joanne McClelland, Owner/Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, it's so nice to hear that we are able to provide the service we aim to achieve!


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Review from H B (Mother of Child) published on 30 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Our son has now been going to Little Steps for 3 years and the staff have become like family to all of us. The staff are amazing and so helpful, always with time to talk and able to offer practical advice. Our son is always excited to go to nursery which says a lot!

Reply from Joanne McClelland, Owner/Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you for the lovely feedback, that means a lot.


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Review from Anna H (Mother of Child) published on 21 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

We are so glad we chose to send our little girl to Little Steps. Every single member of staff is welcoming and approachable, regardless of whether our child is in their group or not, they all know something about her. It's a lovely, personal, nurturing environment. Our child has thrived with her confidence,
speech, learning and socialising. The communication is good, photos and descriptions being posted on the app daily, as well as comments at pick up. Management are quick to respond to any questions and take the time to listen to parents.

Reply from Joanne McClelland, Owner/Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so glad you are happy with the service we provide!


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Review from Charlotte O (Mother of Child) published on 16 September 2021
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The three of us absolutely love Little Steps - me, my partner and our little one! Our son started when he was just 6 months old and he has found the transition to nursery super easy, which surprised me after being in lockdown with just me and his dad for his entire life! He always smiles when we walk
up to the door in the mornings and is excited to see the team, who are experienced, knowledgeable and blooming lovely. You can tell they love their jobs and really enjoy spending time with the children. The little updates that they post on the app throughout the day reassure you that your child is having a great time! The photos make my heart melt.
I have already recommended Little Steps to my pregnant friend and I would happily recommend it to anyone else. I was worried about returning to work full time when my son was so young, but he is truly flourishing in the care of Little Steps and I never worry about him. Most importantly, he is so happy there! Thank you so much to the team.

Reply from Joanne McClelland, Owner/Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. The team work so hard and will be delighted that you are happy.


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Review from Emma H (Mother of Child) published on 18 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Little Steps are a really lovely nursery with a fabulous team.
My daughter started in January this year and settled so quickly. Her keyperson was amazing and put so much effort into getting to know my daughter and her likes and dislikes.
The manager is really welcoming, friendly,m helpful and accommodating,
as are the rest of the staff. I'm so pleased with the care and attention my daughter receives and will always recommend Little Steps to friends and family.

Reply from Joanne McClelland at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you very much for your lovely comments, the team work so hard so it's great to hear we're getting it right :)


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Review from Nicky D (Mother of Child) published on 15 October 2018
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My twin girls started coming to Little Steps when they were just 10 months old, they are now 3 and Little Steps has been the best for us and them, from discipline to learning through play, science, fun, dance, making friends and activities, we couldn't be happier.

Reply from Joanne McClelland at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you for this lovely review. It is so nice to hear such positive feedback.


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Review from C C (Mother of Child) published on 13 June 2017
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

This nursery is lovely. The setting is beautiful, it's easy to get to, and good parking. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, and my little boy has really bonded with all of them. He always seems to have a great day with lots of varying activities.
The food is amazing, always home made and there
always seems to be a good variety.
The staff complete a daily diary so you know what you little one has been up to, what they have eaten, how much they have slept, and their nappy changes.
In the time that my little boy has been here, his speech, independence, social skills have all massively progressed.
I have even had a parents evening, where the staff showed me how he is meeting the EYFS Statutory Framework, along with pictures that they document to show he is meeting these targets.
On occasion, they also open and put on fun things for the kids, such as Easter egg hunts, BBQ's etc.
I really love this nursery, it feels like a lovely place, and the staff are really amazing.

Reply from Jo McClelland, Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you so much for the lovely comments about our setting and staff. The team work extremely hard to provide the best possible care for the children and the best service for the parents. We are and will always strive for outstanding. Thank you :)


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Review from Kirstie S (Mother of Child) published on 19 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

The nursery is in a fantastic location with a fabulous open plan setting that makes interaction between the children easy. The staff are very professional and provide information on your child's progress on a daily basis. It is a must see if you are thinking of placing your child in a nursery.

Reply from Jo McClelland, Proprietor and Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you for your review, it is lovely to hear feedback from our families as it helps us to improve!


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Review from Antonietta F (Mother of Child) published on 16 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

Brilliant nursery! My 18 month old settled in extremely quickly, staff go above and beyond expectations and their passion for children is clear to see. Nursery is spacious with plenty of toys and fun things that enable children to learn and grow through play. My little boy thoroughly enjoys it and looks
forward to going,much so that I have recently increased the days he attends. Nursery is very clean and set in beautiful countryside surroundings, outside play area reflects this. Staff really are brilliant and very attentive towards children, I am given daily updates of what my child has done, eaten etc that day. My little boy has developed into a confident happy child and I would 100% recommend this nursery to anyone who wants their child to be the same. Good work guys, 5 stars all round!

Reply from Jo McClelland, Proprietor and Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted that you and your family are happy with our setting so far and we strive to continue to improve. We are enjoying having your son with us and are proud of how well he has come on already! He's a lovely boy and a delight to care for.


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Review from Victoria D (Mother of Child) published on 11 May 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

I would recommend this nursery to anyone. My son has not been here long and I've already seen a big development in this speech already. He didn't say much at all but now he's chatting away and seems so happy. The staff have been wonderful in making us feel welcome and they always keep us informed. I
think the book he comes home with is a great thing it shows me what sort of day he's had. I love the setting of this nursery the large light space inside and out is great. It always looks clean and tidy even when the children are making a mess. It's a very professionally run nursery and I'm looking forward to watching my son grow, learn and develop in the years to come.

Reply from Jo McClelland, Proprietor and Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so happy that our setting goes beyond your expectations and we are passionate about providing the best care and education for the children and a high standard of service to their families. We have loved having you and you son as part of the 'Little Steps Family' and look forward to many more years watching your son grow and develop!


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Review from Laura B (Mother of Child) published on 7 April 2016
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Overall Experience  Overall Experience 5.0 out of 5

My daughter has been going here for about a month and I could not be happier. The nursery is in an amazing setting with big rooms and loads of toys to keep them busy for hours. The staff are amazing, they made us feel welcome from the start, the communication between us is fantastic. My daughter loves
going there and we could not be happier. We are so glad we found the nursery when we did.

Reply from Jo McClelland, Proprietor and Manager at Little Steps Day Care

Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are delighted that you are happy with everything so far and will strive to continue to provide a high standard of care at Little Steps Day Care!


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Frequently Asked Questions about Little Steps Day Care

What is the Age Range of Children that Little Steps Day Care accepts?

Little Steps Day Care accepts Children aged from 0 years 4 months to 5 years 0 months.

What Days & Hours is Little Steps Day Care Open?

Little Steps Day Care is open: Monday 08:00-18:00, Tuesday 08:00-18:00, Wednesday 08:00-18:00, Thursday 08:00-18:00, Friday 08:00-18:00.

How many Children does Little Steps Day Care have capacity for?

Little Steps Day Care has capacity for a total of 42 Children.

How far is Little Steps Day Care to the centre of Bedford?

2.8 mile(s) as the crow flies, distance by road may be significantly further.

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