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Childcare Funding Application Dates Announced for 9months+ 

The Government has announced that applications for the expansion of childcare funding from 9months + will start on the 12th May.   Eligible working parents will be able to access 15 hours of funded childcare from September 2024.  This marks a ...

Happy International Women’s Day

To mark International Women’s Day, we hear from three of our colleagues about who inspires them, how they inspire others, and the important role we play in celebrating and educating children on diversity, equality and inclusion in those most ...

Together We Grow; Our Spring Playdate Charity Event with Starlight

As the first buds of spring begin to bloom, they bring with them a sense of renewal and an air of joy that is both invigorating and inspiring. This season, Family First Nurseries embraces this spirit wholeheartedly, inviting you to ...

Promoting Mental Health Awareness in our Day Nurseries

Woodberry Day Nursery Fawley stands at the forefront of advocating for the mental wellbeing of children, recognising its paramount importance alongside physical health. During Children’s Mental Health Week, the nursery engaged in a series of thoughtfully designed activities aimed ...

Celebrating Ashleigh Harvey: National Apprenticeship Week Spotlight

In honour of National Apprenticeship Week, we’re shining a spotlight on an extraordinary individual who exemplifies the spirit of learning and growth through apprenticeship. Ashleigh Harvey, an apprentice at The Bourne End Day Nursery School, recently clinched the prestigious ...

Men working in early years childcare

Bridging the Gap: Encouraging Men in Early Years and Childcare Roles

In a world that prides itself on breaking down gender barriers and promoting inclusivity, it’s intriguing to note that men constitute as little as 4% of the workforce in the early years and childcare sector. This startling statistic not only ...

Q&A with Lorraine Kelly at the Nursery Manager Show

In November, our passionate Family First staff had the incredible opportunity to share their experiences on stage at the prestigious Nursery Manager Show in ExCel London, alongside the esteemed Lorraine Kelly. During this enlightening event, we had the privilege of ...

A Heartfelt Gesture of Support for Birmingham Children’s Hospital

The Footsteps Stafford Nursery and Preschool embarked on a compassionate journey throughout the month of October, dedicated to raising funds for the Birmingham Children’s Hospital. Last week, they proudly presented a cheque exceeding £3600 to the hospital, a testament to ...

Two NMT Awards!  

On Saturday 25th November we attended the National NMT Awards 2023 at ExCel London. The annual event celebrates and awards achievements across the early years sector.   Family First were shortlisted for six awards by a panel of industry judges, and we ...

Family First Better Together Conference 2023

Last week, Family First held it’s company conference: Better Together. The event brought together Nursery Managers and support staff from across the UK to celebrate achievements, share best practices and to gain inspiration from guest speakers and award winners. ...

National NMT Awards Finalists 2023

We’re incredibly proud to have been shortlisted for 6 awards at the prestigious National NMT Nursery Awards 2023 •              Nursery Indoor Learning Environment of the Year, Buckden Day Nursery •&...

Three Times a Winner

Family First Nurseries has been honoured with not just one, but three prestigious Top 20 Nursery Awards for 2023 across our nurseries! These awards highlight our dedication to delivering the highest quality Early Years care and education to our wonderful families.  ...

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