First Step Community Project
- Country
- Scotland
- Charity number
- SC028891
- Status
- Active
- Registered
- March 23, 1999
- Legal form
- Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
Address
- Address
- 37 Galt Avenue
Musselburgh
EH21 8HU
Contact
- Website
firststepmusselburgh.co.uk
Activities
'It carries out activities or services itself'
'the advancement of education','the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended'
First Step aims to provide opportunities for local families with young children to make positive choices in their lives by providing supportive centre-based and outreach activities which encourage parents and children to develop their self-esteem, confidence and skills. We do this by taking a holistic approach to working with local families by offering the following services and activities: Parenting support, individually and in groups Nursery provision for children aged 2 - 5 and funded eligible two year olds Funded places for 3 and 4 year olds Groups and courses for parents Outreach and family support Counselling A grandparents group A dedicated family room
Objectives: 1. To provide a service to local families with young children living in the area of benefit, which would be community based and community managed. 2. To provide child cantered childcare through a range of play and learning opportunities for under 5's in a caring environment. 3. To provide educational, vocational, social and personal development opportunities for parents. 4. To provide supportive centre based and outreach services that encourages parents and children to develop their skills, confidence and self-esteem.
Areas of operation
- Main operating location
- East Lothian
- Geographical spread
- A specific local point, community or neighbourhood
Finances
| Period end | Income | Expenditure | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2025 | £515,256 | £475,748 | 13 |
| March 31, 2024 | £481,618 | £483,881 | 13 |
| March 31, 2023 | £412,940 | £461,360 | 13 |
| March 31, 2022 | £363,508 | £383,262 | 12 |
| March 31, 2021 | £395,763 | £367,374 | 12 |