I am writing this email so I can in some way express my gratitude for all the hard work, love and care the girls at Colchester have given my little boy ever since he started.

Jude has developed into a confident kind caring little boy. When he comes home all he talks about is his teachers Charlotte and Emily. I can not emphasise enough what an amazing influence these girls have had on Jude.

The past two years have been so uncertain for us all. I can only imagine how scary and worrying it must have been going into work for the girls but not once did they let their feelings show. They have all been truly remarkable. I feel whenever I drop Jude off I am leaving him with family which I feel can be no greater compliment.

Melissa Clarke

Staff give lots of praise and encouragement during activities, which supports children’s confidence and self-esteem.

Ofsted

Kody has been at Second Steps for 3 months now and we couldn’t be happier with how well he is getting on. He is so excited to go in everyday and comes out with the biggest smile on his face.

All of the ladies are wonderful and will happily sort out any problems or questions we have. Kody has come on leaps and bounds since starting here which is solely down to the enthusiastic and committed staff. We couldn’t ask for a better nursery for our son.

Rebecca Holby

Staff are positive role models. They join in children’s play, show them how to use equipment and develop their learning by offering ideas.

Ofsted

Moving to Colchester as a military family presented challenges of immediate integration into a new environment, especially with a 2 year old and a second on the way! Second steps environment has been outstanding. They have supported Ted throughout the challenges of the pandemic.

Their focus on natural, messy play and the outdoors is exactly what we wanted for Ted and the staff have been outstanding. To single out a few, the manager Megan, deputy manager Shelley and Ted’s initial lead Cameron, whom he chats about endlessly! He has made outstanding friends and gained so much from being there, you will all be missed!

Harry & Sarah Noble

Managers and room leaders strive to constantly look at ways to improve their practice. They are proactive in implementing changes that help children to make the best possible progress.

Ofsted