# First Steps Day Nursery

First Steps Day Nursery is a full-day nursery at 44 Compton Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5QT, in Field, Somerset. It is registered for 42 children. It opens 08:30–17:30, Mon–Fri. Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection in July 2025, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/first-steps-day-nursery-142796  
Last checked 13 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: 44 Compton Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5QT
- Opening hours: 08:30–17:30, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 42
- Phone: 01749 346733
- Website: http://www.fsdaynursery.co.uk/
- Ofsted URN: 142796

## Ofsted and official records

Ofsted rated it Good at its inspection on 2 July 2025, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

- Quality of education: Good
- Behaviour and attitudes: Good
- Personal development: Good
- Leadership and management: Good

Safeguarding effective.

Report: https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142796

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since March 1993 (Reference 142796). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142796)
- Inspections on record: 1 inspection (latest 2 July 2025). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142796)
- Registered places: 42 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142796)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 15 July 2026). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1756818)

## Fees

Fees and ages: not published yet.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:30–17:30

## Getting there

Address: 44 Compton Road, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5QT

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.183670,-2.549099

- 6 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Collett Park, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.3 miles

NaPTAN, Department for Transport, checked 13 November 2026 · © OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings


## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church of England VC Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Good (October 2023) |  | 0.4 miles |
| Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School & Nursery | Primary | 2–7 | School remains Good (February 2024) | yes | 0.7 miles |
| Bowlish Infant School | Primary | 4–7 | Report card (July 2026) |  | 0.8 miles |
| Croscombe Church of England Primary School | Primary | 4–11 | Requires improvement (October 2023) |  | 1.8 miles |
| St Aldhelms Church School | Primary | 2–11 | Requires improvement (November 2021) | yes | 1.9 miles |
| Whitstone | Secondary | 11–16 | Report card (May 2026) |  | 0.5 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Willow Nursery and Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/willow-nursery-and-pre-school-ey281171) | Good |  |  | 0.6 miles |
| [Shepton Mallet Community Infants' School and Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/shepton-mallet-community-infants-school-and-nursery-ey443577) | Good |  | 08:30–16:00 | 0.7 miles |
| [The Bush Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-bush-nursery-142802) | Good |  | 08:30–17:30 | 2.0 miles |
| [Pilton Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/pilton-pre-school-142986) | Outstanding |  | 09:00–16:00 | 2.0 miles |
| [Next Steps Childcare Centre](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/next-steps-childcare-centre-ey263811) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 2.2 miles |
| [Tree House Day Nursery](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/tree-house-day-nursery-ey476283) | Good |  |  | 3.6 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are First Steps Day Nursery's opening hours?

First Steps Day Nursery opens 08:30–17:30, Mon–Fri.

### What is First Steps Day Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated First Steps Day Nursery Good at its inspection on 2 July 2025, before report cards replaced single grades in November 2025.

### How many children can First Steps Day Nursery take?

First Steps Day Nursery is registered with Ofsted for up to 42 children at any one time.

### How do I contact First Steps Day Nursery?

You can call 01749 346733 and visit www.fsdaynursery.co.uk.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/142796)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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