This Anti-Bullying Week we are focussing on the importance of learning about feelings and emotions and what we can do as childcare providers. The early years are a critical time for children to learn about feelings and emotions. This is because they are starting to develop their social skills and relationships with others. By helping […]
We are excited to announce the release of our 2024 Multicultural Calendar! Learning about different cultures from a young age helps children to develop a sense of respect and appreciation for diversity. It also helps them to understand their own place in the world. Perfect for long term planning, this colourful calendar is an excellent addition […]
Get set for 2024 with our NEW Yearly Activity Planner! Includes list of 2024 special dates and festivals to help you PLAN activities around topics, themes and children’s interests! Schedule ahead for the entire year or note down as you go to remind you of what you have covered. See the whole year on just […]
🎇Have a BLAST learning about BONFIRE NIGHT, GUY FAWKES and FIREWORKS with this FREE activity ideas sheet! 🌟Links activity ideas to the areas of learning and development! 👉DOWNLOAD for FREE here! and get ready to celebrate Diwali and discover the fascinating festival of lights with this FREE Activity Ideas Sheet: 👉Visit our Activities section for more […]
As childcare providers, we must pay attention to ratio requirements in order to ensure each child receives adequate attention and care. Ratio guidance is based on developmental research, considering the age of children and their specific needs. Appropriate staff:child ratios guarantee that children get personalised interaction, fostering emotional, social, and cognitive development. It is important to […]
😮EEEeeeK! Halloween is coming! We have HEAPS of SPOOKTACULAR fun learning ideas: Start by downloading our FREE Halloween Activity Ideas Sheet Links activity ideas to the areas of learning and development! 👉Click HERE to Download your copy for FREE! And for MORE ideas… Get stuck in to some sticky, gloopy, slimy recipes with our Messy Play Recipe […]
‘How are we doing?’, ‘How do we know?’ and ‘What are we going to do now?’ These are all questions that we must ask ourselves when reflecting on the quality of our provision and planning for improvements. Our NEW Self-Evaluation & Improvement Plans can be used to Check Core Assurances, Brainstorm Ideas and Mind Map […]
Autumn is a wonderful time of year for children to explore and learn about the changing season. Through fun and educational activities little ones can discover the colours, tastes, textures and sounds of Autumn. Why not try: 🍂Leaf Collecting: Take children on a nature walk to collect different types of colorful leaves. Learn about different […]
Our Seasonal Planning Sheets Pack has been updated with new sheets added for Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter 2024! Manage your setting Season to Season for the whole year ahead! Stay up to date and ORGANISED, PLAN AHEAD and NEVER FORGET to do anything important! Use the planning sheets to plan and organise: Special Dates – Birthdays and […]