Business Details
Trusted Child Care & Early Education in Hitchin
At Millennium First Steps Nursery, we are dedicated to providing high-quality early years education and flexible childcare in Hitchin. Our ethos centres on creating a nurturing, home-from-home environment where every child's unique needs and potential are celebrated. With a team of fully qualified practitioners, we prioritise child-centred outcomes, fostering resilience, empathy, and creativity through play-based learning. We accept government funding for children aged 9 months to 5 years and offer flexible booking patterns, including full-day and school-day sessions.Our nursery, rated highly by the EY Advisory Team, combines spacious indoor and outdoor spaces with a commitment to supporting families through tailored settling-in processes and daily updates via our Parent App. With over 19 years of experience in childcare, our Nursery Manager, Sophie, leads a passionate team dedicated to shaping futures through personalised care and education.
Services
Early Years Education
Flexible Childcare
Government-Funded Places
Settling-In Sessions
Parent App Updates
Highlights and features
- Fully qualified key people to meet your child's needs
- Daily updates and messaging through our Parent App
- Flexible booking patterns for school-day or full-day sessions
- Government funding accepted for children aged 9 months to 5 years
- Rated highly by the EY Advisory Team for outstanding care
Associations and certifications
- EY Advisory Team
What people say
Highest standards of care
Happy and confident children
Amazing outdoor space
Support with potty training
Well-qualified and dedicated staff
Services
Early Years Education
Our early years education focuses on play-based learning tailored to each child's interests and developmental needs. We foster creativity, resilience, and social skills through structured and unstructured activities, ensuring a balanced approach to cognitive, physical, and emotional growth. Our curriculum aligns with EYFS standards while embracing individuality.
Flexible Childcare
Flexible booking patterns accommodate diverse family needs, offering school-day (9am3pm) or full-day (8am6pm) options. Additional hours can be added for convenience, ensuring seamless integration with parental schedules while maintaining consistent, high-quality care and educational continuity.
Government-Funded Places
We accept all government funding for children aged 9 months to 5 years, making quality childcare accessible. Our team assists families in verifying eligibility, ensuring financial barriers are minimised without compromising the standard of education, care, or resources provided.
Settling-In Sessions
Personalised settling-in sessions ease children into the nursery environment, fostering comfort and trust. These flexible, parent-guided periods allow gradual adaptation, supported by dedicated key workers who prioritise emotional well-being and family collaboration during the transition.
Parent App Updates
Daily updates via our Parent App keep families informed about their child's activities, milestones, and well-being. This real-time communication tool enhances transparency, enabling parents to engage actively with their child's development while building trust and partnership between home and nursery.
People
Sophie
Nursery Manager
With 19 years in childcare and 8 as a manager, Sophie relocated from South London to lead Millennium First Steps Nursery. Passionate about SEN support, she champions inclusive education and ensures every child receives tailored care and opportunities for growth.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care and education for children aged 9 months to 5 years, aligning with Early Years Foundation Stage requirements.
Do you accept government funding?
Yes, we accept all government-funded entitlements for children aged 9 months to 5 years and assist families in verifying eligibility.
Are settling-in sessions available?
Yes, we offer flexible settling-in sessions tailored to each child's needs, ensuring a smooth transition into our nursery environment.
How do you communicate with parents?
Daily updates are provided through our Parent App, offering real-time insights into your child's activities, progress, and well-being.
What are your opening hours?
We operate Monday to Friday from 7:30am to 6:30pm, closing only for bank holidays and one week at Christmas.
Is there outdoor space available?
Yes, we have a spacious outdoor area designed for enrichment activities, including planting, nature observation, and physical play.
Reviews (5)
Janine Gough
Jan 13, 2021
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My daughter has worked for these and got made redundant ,she has been messed around by these since the other manager left, its seems like a dodgy place dodgy management, BEWARE people were taking these people to court and reporting them.
Harriet Spence
Apr 09, 2019
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Lovely welcoming staff. My little boy settled in very quickly and loves it. Very happy with out choice.
Zsofia Boloni-Potter
Dec 20, 2018
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I highly recommend this vibrant, safe and well structured nursery. It provides such good care for children and we come home happy every single day!
Steph Chandler
Dec 14, 2016
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What a brilliant nursery. I have no hesitations on recommending this setting to anyone. Flexible, friendly and reliable childcare. My daughter has flourished being here. Miss the nursery dreadfully.
Sam Emmanuel
Oct 20, 2016
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I think this is a very good nursery, the staff and management are very friendly. The nursery generally is very accommodating according to your needs.
