First Steps Academy Creche & Montessori

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Nurturing the

First Steps of Your Child

Trusted by 500+ families with a 4.9★ parent rating.

We believe every child is born with extraordinary potential.

Our approach creates a prepared environment where children learn through

purposeful play, sensory exploration, and genuine respect.

Our Programs

Specialised care and early education for every stage of childhood.

Toddlers

Designed for children aged 1-3, focusing on social development, sensory play, and foundational motor skills in a safe environment.

Preschool ECCE

Encouraging curiosity and independence through literacy, numeracy, and imaginative play for children aged 3-5.

After-School & Clubs

Safe and engaging activities after school hours, including sports, arts, and homework support for children aged 5-12.

Growing, Learning, and Taking

First Steps .. Together

At First Steps Academy, we believe early education lays the foundation for a lifetime of learning, confidence, and curiosity.

Located in Dublin, we provide a warm, nurturing environment where toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Through play-based activities, personalised attention, and a strong focus on social and emotional development, we create meaningful experiences that support every stage of childhood.

Our dedicated and experienced educators ensure each child feels safe, supported, and inspired to explore the world around them.

We also offer a welcoming after-school programme, providing a fun, engaging, and caring space where children can unwind, build friendships, enjoy enriching activities, and continue learning beyond the classroom.

Trusted by 500+ families with a 4.9★ parent rating.

HERMITAGE 🏫 🧠✨ This week at Hermitage Crèche our little ones had so much fun discovering the amazing world of the human body 👣💛. Through games, songs, and creative activities, we learned about different body parts and what they do 👀✋🦵. The children created their own body silhouettes 🎨, played in front of the mirror 🪞 recognising expressions and movements, and took part in fun imitation games and sensory activities to identify hands, feet, eyes, noses, and much more 🙌👃👂. We also sang songs like “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” 🎶 and enjoyed movement circuits to practise coordination and balance 🏃‍♂️✨. It has been a week full of learning, laughter, and lots of fun! 🥰🌈
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RATHBORNE 🏫 This week at FSA, our curriculum theme was The Human Body, and the children had so much fun exploring and learning all about themselves. 🧠🩺✨ Throughout the week, the children enjoyed drawing self-portraits and talking about different parts of the body, encouraging self-awareness, creativity, and confidence. They explored the theme further through movement activities, stretching exercises, and active games, learning about how our bodies move and work while having lots of fun together. The children also took part in a variety of art activities, using paint, handprints, and different materials to create their own body-themed artwork. These experiences supported fine motor development, imagination, and self-expression.
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CHURCHWELL 🏫 This week at our nursery school, the children have had so much fun enjoying all kinds of activities and learning experiences! 🌟 Our little ones explored a variety of fruits, discovering flavors from sweet to tangy and learning through taste and play 🍎🍋🍓 Meanwhile, other children continued learning about animals and their unique characteristics 🐘🦁🐢 We also loved seeing the children having fun while learning about geometric shapes and developing their early math skills 🔺🟠🟦 A week full of smiles, discovery, and learning through play! 💛✨
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ST EDMUNDS 🏫 This week at St. Edmund’s, our children explored the beautiful theme of Forest and Flowers 🌳🌸💚. Through creative activities 🎨, nature exploration 🌿, group discussions, and hands-on experiences, the children learned about the beauty of forests and flowers and how to care for nature. They also enjoyed cooking their own recipes, making the experience even more special and interactive 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳. Throughout the week, the children shared ideas, explored natural materials, and developed their creativity and curiosity 🌱. It has been a beautiful week full of exploration, smiles, and learning together 🌈✨
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