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Nursery Market Deeping
Let your children thrive in our nursery in Market Deeping. Proudly serving the local community since 1989, we offer flexible, affordable childcare for families.
- Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
- 7:30am starts available.
- Funding options for working families, including 15 hours free childcare.
- 5-star hygiene rating by the Food Standards Agency.
- Flexible settling-in approach that reduces the anxieties of transitioning from home to day care.
- Quiet, rural setting with a garden for outdoor activities.
- Awarded-winning nursery.
If you are searching for a beautiful day nursery in Market Deeping, please get in touch or book your tour!
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Providing High Quality Childcare That You Can Trust
From providing a strong foundation for learning and social development with the Early Years Foundation Curriculum to upholding high standards recognised by Ofsted, we’re proud to serve the local community with a caring and consistently high quality level of childcare in Market Deeping.
Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted
With a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, First Steps is a trusted and reputable child day care that goes above and beyond to support the healthy development of children in and around Market Deeping.
Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum to deliver a well-rounded start to their development and education. This programme supports cognitive, physical, social, and emotional growth through educational activities and free-play opportunities.
Award-winning nursery in Market Deeping
In 2022, we were awarded “Best Professional Service Provider” in Deeping’s 2022 and 2023 Business Awards.
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Discover Our Rooms
Our award-winning nursery in Market Deeping has served local families since 1989 and proudly offers childcare for children aged from six weeks to five years old, with four rooms for specific age groups: Butterflies, Bumblebees, Ladybirds and Dragonflies.Butterflies
- 0-18 monthsAges
- 1 to 3Ratio
Bumblebees
- 2 - 3 YearsAges
- 1 to 4Ratio
Dragonflies
- 3 - 4 YearsAges
- 1 to 8Ratio
Ladybirds
- 18 months – 2 yearsAges
- 1 to 3Ratio
- Garden for Safe & Fun Outdoor PlayThere is lots to see and do in the garden and our children really enjoy playing outside.
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What Do We Offer?
Discover what we have to offer at our award-winning nursery in Market Deeping.
Various rooms & activities
- Butterflies is our room for babies and infants aged 0-2 years of age.
- Ladybirds is our room for children aged 18 months to two years.
- Bumblebees is specifically designed for families with children aged from 2-3.
- Dragonflies classes are for children ages 3-4.
All rooms are divided into separate areas for messy play, toy-based play, and rest.
Beautiful garden & woodland walks
Encompassed by a woodland area, we have created a soothing environment that’s the perfect balance of learning and playing. Our daycare centre really is the perfect choice for local families.
There is also lots to see and do in the garden and our children really enjoy playing outside. There is plenty of space to be explored — giving freedom to your little ones’ imagination when playing!
Free childcare in Market Deeping
We know that childcare can be expensive and if you’re a working family then you often need childcare. At First Steps Day Nursery, we are proud to offer tax-free childcare for families and guardians who are eligible. So if you are in need of a nursery in Market Deeping, find out if you are eligible for the 15 hour or 30 hour free childcare we offer.
Flexible pick-up and drop-off
If you are worried about pick-up or drop-off times, then our team can work with you to arrange times between 7:30am and 6pm. If this sounds like something you need, then contact our team today or book a visit and tour of our nursery.
Fresh food with a 5-star hygiene rating
Every day, your child will receive freshly prepared food by our on-site cook. We’ve been awarded a 5-star hygiene rating by the Food Standards Agency and cater to special dietary requirements and preferences.
Strict safeguarding policies
We take child safeguarding seriously. Only visitors recognised as a parent or guardian will be allowed to enter the building. If someone else is collecting your child, such as a babysitter, we follow a strict password system.
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Meet the Parents: What Do They Think?
Enjoyable
★★★★★“ My child enjoys coming to nursery especially when they go on walks down the lane to see the animals. She settled well into the new room and she talks fondly of the staff.”- A TLovely Staff
★★★★★“ My son attended this lovely village nursery once a week. He settled in quickly and loved the staff. A great outdoors area that is used to the full potential. Frequent walks around the village and visits to the park which my son loved. Activities always taking place to help with the children's development (and plenty of fantastic arts/crafts coming home!). My son really enjoyed his time at First Steps and he developed leaps and bounds while in the setting. Would definitely recommend First Steps especially to families with children who love being outdoors.”- GillianSupportive & Lovely
★★★★★“ Both our sons were at First Steps Nursery from babies through to leaving for school, meaning we've had a relationship with the lovely staff there for the last seven years. The nursery has been supportive throughout, catering to our youngest son's speech delay and engaging with external professionals where necessary. We always felt confident that our children were well looked after and most importantly were very happy in the setting. There was a lot of feedback during each development stage and we like to look back on all the photographs and saved little comments that were recorded over the years.”- Lisa C
- Nursery NewsWhat’s going on in our nursery? Read up on the latest happenings and up-coming events at First Steps Day Nursery!
- November 07, 2025
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Dragonflies – Apple & Pears
Dragonflies, have been picking apples and pears of our trees. From doing this they, washed them, cut them, and ate [...] - October 13, 2025
Bumblebees – Painting Stand
Bumblebees, been exploring their new painting stand. The painting stand is made of a variety of textures for the children [...]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer early starts?
Yes, we can offer government funded places at our nursery in Market Deeping via schemes for 2 year olds and 3-4 year olds (subject to eligibility).
Do you offer funded places at your nursery in Market Deeping?
Yes, we can offer government funded places at our nursery in Market Deeping via schemes for 2 year olds and 3-4 year olds (subject to eligibility).
How will you help my child settle in?
We offer a flexible approach to settling in and ensure parents are involved. We’ll introduce you and your child to their designated key person, providing an opportunity to discuss your child’s preferences, beliefs and anxieties. We can then provide short stay and play sessions to help get your child introduced to the new environment.
What qualifications does your team have?
We ensure our staff have the right qualifications, including: NVQ level 4 in Early Years Care, NVQ level 3 in Early Years Care or a University Degree in Early Years.
Can we visit your nursery before we enrol?
Yes! We encourage parents to book a tour at our nursery in Market Deeping to meet our staff and see what facilities and activities we have to offer.
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