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NHS Dentist Visit
At group this Monday, we were given the ultimate pleasure by welcoming NHS Dentist Lorraine. She gave the children a wonderful talk on how best to look after their teeth, encouraging them to brush twice a day and to visit the dentist regularly. And she also gave them...
Autism Training Workshop
Last weekend we had the pleasure of Sycamore Trust Autism Ambassadors, Robert Lamb and Alex Rowley, come and give us a very informative training workshop on Autism. Unlike many other training courses we go on, we find the Sycamore Trust extremely valuable as the men...
Ditching the Plastic!
As a setting, we have been working hard to get rid of as much plastic in our setting as possible, and replace with more eco-friendly materials such as wood, metal, fabric and so on. Our latest mission was to replace all of our plastic cups, plates and bowls - and we...
Nature Trails for Kids!
Following on from the previous blog, I have compiled a list of local nature trails and natural play areas within our community. Nature Trails for Kids! Gruffalo Trail - Thorndon Forest (Brentwood) The Wind in the Willows - Hanningfield Reservoir (Chelmsford) Peter...
Mental Health and the Outdoors.
Increasing studies show that the best way to improve both children's and adults mental health, is to have more access to the outside - in particular more green spaces such as forests, beaches and/or open land. Below are some statements found on the RSPB's website...
Healthcare
Some of you may already be with BUPA or private healthcare through your company. If not, there is an alternative healthcare provider, and that is Benenden. We as a family have been with them for many years, and they offer a fantastic service. If you go to the GP and...
OFSTED Inspection – OUTSTANDING
Recent Ofsted Inspection – OUTSTANDING All of us were inspected on the 29th April. The inspector was here all day. We are still awaiting final hard copy of inspection reports and relevant logos to use in our advertising and letter head. Jennifer Schol –...
New Menu
Exciting News! This month we have teamed up with Emily Hyland from Om Nom Health to put together a brand new menu for the children. Emily is a qualified nutritionist and has helped put together some small baby/infant recipes, AND a guide including milk alternative...
Lush.
One of our favourite visits from this year was to Lush in Romford. Lush is a cosmetics shop which sells vegan, eco-friendly products ranging from hair care, skin care, makeup to bath products. One of their most well-known products is the bath-bomb. Lush luckily...
2018 – Our Year in Pictures
So we're a few days away from starting a whole new year! We've had an amazing time spent with all the beautiful little children and their wonderful parents and are looking forward to seeing them all back in the new year! Here's a look back at our year in...
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