Resources
& Guides
Do you have a question about childcare? Want to know about how to save money on your childcare? Our knowledge hub may well have the answer. Our expert team of childcare professionals and partners have created a collection of downloadable resources and videos that will help you with some of the common things that you are faced with when you have a young child.
10 steps to leaving your child at nursery
Are you worried about leaving your child at Nursery for the first time? Sometimes it is reassuring to know that your fears and concerns are completely normal and shared by most parents who leave their child for the first time. Our nursery team has put together this handy 10 step guide to help your child have a positive start to their nursery journey.
A guide to bedtime routines
If you are having problems getting your child to go to sleep at night and need some advice on how to create a good bedtime routine, then our bedtime routine guide is for you. Our nursery team has put together this handy guide to help with your bedtime routines.
Tips for dealing with fussy eaters
Is your child a fussy eater? Do they refuse to eat their vegetables? Do they eat the same foods at every meal as they refuse to eat anything else? If you answered yes to these questions, you may want to read our handy guide to Fussy Eaters. Written by childcare expert and mum of 2 Lauren Cook, this handy guide will give you tips and ideas for your fussy toddler and will help make mealtimes less stressful, for you and your child, whilst encouraging your child to be more open to trying new foods and enjoying healthier food options.
A guide to outdoor play
Do you need a few tips and ideas on how to make outdoor play more fun and exciting for you and your child?Our guide to outdoor play shares lots of great advice, and some helpful tips on how to make the most of outside play with your little one.
The complete potty training guide
Toilet training with your little one can be an extremely stressful time, so our nursery team has put together this handy guide to help with your potty and toilet training.
A guide to saving money on your childcare
It is true that childcare in the UK isn’t cheap and with ever rising costs for everything they are passed onto the customers! The government have several schemes in place to assist you with your childcare fees. Read our handy guide to see what help you can qualify for.
Our little superheroes
During the Covid lockdown First Steps remained open for keyworkers, through some very challenging times. As with most challenges at First Steps, it was tackled with fun and laughter. The team have created a montage of photos taken during the Covid lockdown, showing that both the team and the children were still having fun!
BCP Council Funding Information for Parents/carers guide
BCP Council have produced a guide, giving all the rules, guidance and advice about claiming your childcare funding with your chosen provider. Download it here to find out more.