First Steps Academy

First Steps Academy We believe every child is born with extraordinary potential. https://www.firststepsacademy.ie

Our approach creates a prepared environment where children learn through ο»Ώpurposeful play, sensory exploration, and genuine respect.

What an exciting and wonderfully creative week it has been here at First Steps Rathborne🧑 The children have been burstin...
08/09/2026

What an exciting and wonderfully creative week it has been here at First Steps Rathborne🧑

The children have been bursting with imagination, enthusiasm, and creativity as they explored a fantastic variety of activities throughout the week From colourful arts and crafts to imaginative creations, hands-on exploring, and exciting group activities, the children have loved expressing themselves, sharing their ideas, and bringing their wonderful imaginations to life🌈

Their smiles and excitement to get involved have made this week super positive🌸❀️

Another week of growing, exploring and making new connections! 🌟This week, our children have continued settling into the...
07/09/2026

Another week of growing, exploring and making new connections! 🌟

This week, our children have continued settling into their new classrooms, building confidence and making new friends along the way. πŸ’›

πŸ‘Ά Our youngest children have been busy exploring their new surroundings and beginning to build special bonds with their teachers, creating a sense of security and trust.

🎨 Our older children have been learning through play, exploring different learning areas both indoors and outdoors. Every corner has brought new opportunities to discover, create, learn and have fun together! 🌿🧩✨

We are so proud of how beautifully they are settling in and growing together. πŸ’•

This week, our little ones have been having so much fun exploring our Holiday Time theme! πŸ₯°We created our very own aerop...
04/09/2026

This week, our little ones have been having so much fun exploring our Holiday Time theme! πŸ₯°

We created our very own aeroplanes and went on exciting imaginary journeys around the world ✈️, enjoyed some relaxing moments at the beach πŸ–οΈ, and got creative by making our own beautiful summer-themed creations β˜€οΈπŸŒŠ

We also explored different sensory trays, using our senses to discover new textures, colours and materials while having lots of fun along the way! πŸ’›

It has been a wonderful week full of creativity, imagination, sensory play and lots of holiday adventures! πŸŒ΄βœˆοΈβ˜€οΈ

What a fantastic start to the new term at First Steps Academy! πŸ’› We have loved welcoming all of our new and returning ch...
01/09/2026

What a fantastic start to the new term at First Steps Academy! πŸ’› We have loved welcoming all of our new and returning children back, and it has been so lovely seeing familiar faces, making new friends and settling back into our classrooms! πŸ₯°βœ¨

Our activities are already in full swing! 🎨🫧 From exciting sensory play and creative activities to enjoying lots of garden time πŸŒΏβ˜€οΈ, the children have been busy exploring, learning and having fun together.

It has been a wonderful week of getting to know one another, building friendships and getting ourselves ready for another amazing school year! πŸ“šπŸŒˆ

✨ What an emotional and exciting week it has been! ✨We’ve welcomed new little ones to our churchwell family, explored an...
31/08/2026

✨ What an emotional and exciting week it has been! ✨

We’ve welcomed new little ones to our churchwell family, explored and played with some exciting new toys, and started a brand-new school year! πŸ§ΈπŸŽ¨πŸ“š

There have been lots of new faces, new experiences, smiles, cuddles and happy moments. πŸ’• We’re so excited for all the adventures and memories this new school year will bring! 🌈

Here’s to a wonderful year ahead! πŸ₯°βœ¨

What a wonderful last week of Summer Camp filled with learning and exploration! β˜€οΈβœ¨ Our students had the chance to disco...
27/08/2026

What a wonderful last week of Summer Camp filled with learning and exploration! β˜€οΈβœ¨ Our students had the chance to discover, create, experiment, and let their imaginations shine.

From exploring colours and creating their very own aliens πŸ‘½, to becoming little scientists and making colourful volcanoes πŸŒ‹, creating their own lava lamps πŸ§ͺ✨, and trying our exciting Magic Glove Experiment 🧀πŸ§ͺ, every activity brought something new to discover.

It was a week filled with curiosity, creativity, laughter, and lots of hands-on learning! We loved watching our students explore new ideas, ask questions, and enjoy learning through play. πŸ’›βœ¨

What a wonderful way to finish our Summer Camp! β˜€οΈπŸŒˆπŸ’«

β˜€οΈπŸ–οΈ This week at Hermitage, we went on a wonderful summer adventure! 🌊🌴We explored the theme β€œHolidays” ✈️🧳, discoverin...
26/08/2026

β˜€οΈπŸ–οΈ This week at Hermitage, we went on a wonderful summer adventure! 🌊🌴

We explored the theme β€œHolidays” ✈️🧳, discovering all the exciting things we can do when we go on holiday and learning about different places, activities, and ways to travel. πŸŒπŸš—πŸοΈ

Our little explorers had lots of fun using their imagination and creativity through exciting, hands-on activities inspired by sunny days and holiday adventures. β˜€οΈπŸŽ¨βœ¨

We also enjoyed making our own holiday-themed crafts πŸ–οΈπŸ–οΈ and talking about all the fun things we would love to do during our summer holidays! πŸ„β€β™€οΈπŸ¦πŸŒŠ

It has been a fantastic week filled with sunshine, imagination, creativity, and lots of holiday fun! πŸ’›πŸ˜ŠπŸŒž

What a fun-filled week of Holiday Time at First Steps Academy! πŸ–οΈβœˆοΈ Our little ones have been making the most of every m...
25/08/2026

What a fun-filled week of Holiday Time at First Steps Academy! πŸ–οΈβœˆοΈ Our little ones have been making the most of every moment, enjoying lots of exciting activities inspired by holidays, adventures and summer fun! πŸ’›

Even when the rain showers arrived 🌧️, we didn’t let them stop our fun! We brought the outdoors inside with exciting indoor obstacle courses, keeping little bodies moving while developing coordination, balance and confidence. πŸƒβ€β™€οΈπŸ§—β€β™‚οΈ

We also enjoyed some friendly games of bingo 🎲, creative activities, imaginative play and lots more throughout the week! 🎨✨

β˜€οΈπŸ¦ Making the most of these beautiful sunny days! πŸ“πŸŒπŸŒΏWith the lovely weather continuing, we have been making sure to en...
21/08/2026

β˜€οΈπŸ¦ Making the most of these beautiful sunny days! πŸ“πŸŒπŸŒΏ

With the lovely weather continuing, we have been making sure to enjoy as much time as possible outdoors, playing, exploring, laughing and creating wonderful summer memories together. There is nothing better than seeing our little ones enjoying the sunshine and making the most of every beautiful day! β˜€οΈπŸ’›

Last Friday, we added an extra special treat to our day and enjoyed a delicious and healthy yoghurt and fruit ice cream! πŸ¦πŸ“πŸŒ The children loved cooling down with this refreshing homemade treat, made with tasty and nutritious ingredients.

A perfect way to celebrate a sunny Friday, enjoy some delicious ice creams and continue making the most of this wonderful summer! 🌞✨

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Dublin 13, Rathborne & Lucan
Dublin

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Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

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(01) 555 5158

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