Popular Merseyside day nursery sold to Bumbles Nursery Group

Sure Steps is a long-established and highly successful day nursery which has an effective operating capacity for 58 children aged nought to five years. The nursery boasts regular repeat custom from both local and commuting parents due to its excellent reputation. Its high-quality childcare is provided from an attractive four-storey property that sits in a prominent position on Derby Lane in Liverpool.

The nursery has been owned and operated by John and Ann Miller since 2011. The pair recently decided to sell as they wished to start their retirement and the property was owned by their pension fund.

Following a confidential sales process with Sofia Beck at Christie & Co, Sure Steps has been acquired by Bumbles Nursery Group. This is the fourth setting in its growing portfolio.

John and Ann Miller, former owners of Sure Steps, comment, “When we acquired the setting, we could see the potential. We have invested in the nursery over the years and it has consistently grown and transformed into a thriving setting with passionate and committed staff caring for generations of children. We are sure that Ian and the Bumbles Nursery Group team’s enthusiasm for childcare will continue our legacy."

Ian Makinson, Director at Bumbles Nursery Group, comments, “We are delighted to announce the acquisition of Sure Steps Nursery on Derby Lane, adding a fourth location to our family of nurseries in Merseyside. This expansion strengthens our commitment to providing excellent early years care and education in the Liverpool and Sefton areas, ensuring that more families have access to quality childcare within their communities. Our team looks forward to welcoming more children to Bumbles Nursery and continuing to offer a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment that inspires young learners. We would like to thank the families and staff at Sure Steps Nursery for their trust as we transition to this new phase. Our goal remains to build on our strengths while upholding the high standards of care that parents and carers have come to expect from Bumbles Nursery Group.”

Sofia Beck, Director – Childcare & Education at Christie & Co, comments, “This was a confidential opportunity which attracted Bumbles Nursery Group from the offset due to its location and outstanding reputation. The nursery is an excellent addition to the three other nurseries they currently own. We were delighted to assist Ann and John with the sale which sets them off on their journey toward retirement, and it's great to help Angela and Ian and their team at Bumbles Nursery Group secure this nursery which undoubtedly has further scope and potential for them to build on and explore.”

Sure Steps Derby Lane Day Nursery was sold for an undisclosed price.

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For further information on this press release, contact:      
Phoebe Hill, Associate Director – Corporate Communications
P: 07540 063 598 or E: phoebe.hill@christie.com

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