January 17th – 23rd is Energy Saving Week! Working actively to save energy can have a big impact on the environment and your wallet (win-win really). But trying to think of ways to lower your energy usage at home can be a bit daunting – especially as a parent who already has enough going on. So, we’re here to help! Whether you’re looking to save some ££ or lower your carbon footprint we’re here with some top tips: 1. Turn off the lights when leaving a room We’ve all heard

Messy play (also known as sensory play) is a term you might have heard thrown around at nursery but why do nurseries seem to love it so much? Doesn’t it just leave your little one looking like a Persil advert?! In this guide, we’ll explore what messy play is, the benefits it has (even if it results in a mess as the name suggests), ideas for activities and more! So first, what is messy play? Messy play is all about unstructured activities that encourage children to use all the

New year, new books! Reading isn’t just amazing, it’s also important for a child’s development. Helping to develop focus and vocabulary as well as putting issues and ideas into perspective, allowing them to better understand the world around them. Reading is also a great opportunity for bonding, taking time with your little one to make memories that will last a lifetime. With 2022 in full swing, we’ve put together 9 of our current favourites to inspire you and your little one

Sensory play is amazing! It’s one of our favourite types of activity to take part in, in our nurseries. Why? Because children of all ages can benefit from it! Sensory play aids the development of thinking and creativity skills as well as fine and gross motor skills, it can also be a great stress reliever. Not only is this fun and helpful in your little one’s development but also so simple to set up! Often just requiring things, you have around the house. So, let’s take a look

Christmas time is here! Time to spend quality time with the family, have amazing food and get involved in festive activities with your little one. To help we’re here with the activity inspo! These 12 awesome activities are sure to bring some wonderful Christmas cheer and excitement into your winter Holidays. Let’s dive straight in! 1. Christmas card crafts Your little one can make their own Christmas cards with this super fun guide. Click here to check out the guide. 2. Handp

Clay is a great (and inexpensive) material your little one can play with, with endless possibilities and a fantastic way to make decorations that last. Did you know clay is also an eco-friendly material?! Due to its natural origin, it has little impact on the environment and is easily recycled! So, with the festive season here, we’ve put together this activity guide to make a gingerbread person Christmas tree ornament using air-drying clay. Although we’re making a gingerbread

Your little one is approaching the end of pre-school, and you find yourself wondering, “how has this come around so fast!?” This can be a bit daunting but don’t worry, here’s all you need to know. The first thing you need to know is: children born between 1st September 2017 and 31st August 2018 have from September 2021 until 15th January 2022 to apply for a space at a Primary School. If your application is late, there is a chance you won’t be offered a place at the Primary Sc

The Holidays are just around the corner and a great way to get your little one into the festive spirit is through storybooks! Books can be a great way to introduce your child to new topics, activities and traditions. They will be able to relate to the characters, learning new things whilst getting excited about the spirit of the Holidays. So, let’s take a look at our top picks. We’ve linked each of these to Amazon (via our affiliate links) so checking these out and ordering h

The topic of online safety can seem quite daunting, especially as a parent, who already has enough going on. Nevertheless, it’s important that you know how to keep you and your little one safe online. This will not only keep you safe but also set a good example for your child as they grow up and use the internet more frequently. This guide is a little lengthy so feel free to skip to the relevant bits or read a little and come back to where you left off using the handy content