Category Archives: Activities

The Benefits of Nursery

Choosing the right childcare is one of the biggest decisions parents will face when returning to work and deciding what is best for your child is a task that requires a lot of thought, time and research. With many options available and with the guilt associated with leaving your child in the care of others, … Continue reading The Benefits of Nursery

Local Councillor Marilyn Ashton opens new outdoor play area at Stanmore nursery

Local Councillor, Marilyn Ashton, was joined by Boys & Girls Nursery Director Natasha Kirby and Nursery Manager Denise Brown today as they officially opened a brand new garden and play area for children at Boys & Girls Nursery, based in Cottrell Cottages on The Broadway in Stanmore. The cutting of the ribbon signalled the official … Continue reading Local Councillor Marilyn Ashton opens new outdoor play area at Stanmore nursery

The Benefits of Nursery Rhymes in your Child’s Development

Nursery rhymes may just seem like a bit of fun, a way to spend time and interact with your children or just a quick and easy way to distract them but the truth is nursery rhymes have so many more benefits for your child, both in the long and the short term and are incredibly … Continue reading The Benefits of Nursery Rhymes in your Child’s Development

Simple Ways to Ensure Your Children Stay Fit and Healthy – Lee Prazer

It is natural for any parent to be concerned that they give their children the best possible start in life and that includes ensuring they grow up to be healthy. Part of that of course means being brought up in an environment that encourages healthy eating and frequent exercise. But how much exercise is appropriate … Continue reading Simple Ways to Ensure Your Children Stay Fit and Healthy – Lee Prazer

The Importance of Art for Young Children

Not only is art a fantastic opportunity for children to get messy, experiment with a variety of materials and have enormous amount of fun but it is also exceptionally important in a child’s development. The benefits of art include the following: Motor Skills – holding a paintbrush, practising with scissors, scribbling with colouring pencils all … Continue reading The Importance of Art for Young Children

Cooking with Children – Mothers’ Day Recipes

Little ones love to cook especially if it involves licking the goodies off a wooden spoon! It’s a fantastic way to spend time with your children – it’s fun, messy and in fact a great way for them to develop their confidence, learn about healthy food choices and develop a variety of skills including:   … Continue reading Cooking with Children – Mothers’ Day Recipes

Making Science Magical for Pre-Schoolers

Pre-school age is the perfect time to encourage scientific thought, observation and experimentation. Little ones are so curious about the world, they are like sponges absorbing and noticing everything in their environment, constantly searching for answers to the plethora of questions that they ask on a daily basis and hence make the perfect mini scientists. … Continue reading Making Science Magical for Pre-Schoolers

Cooking with Children – A Brazilian Fusion

Little ones love to cook especially if it involves licking chocolate off the wooden spoon. It’s a fantastic way to spend time with your children, it is fun, messy and in fact a great way for them to develop their confidence, educate them on healthy food choices and learn a variety of skills including: Maths … Continue reading Cooking with Children – A Brazilian Fusion

Cooking with Children – Mother’s Day Recipes

Little ones love to cook especially if it involves licking chocolate off a wooden spoon! It’s a fantastic way to spend time with your children – it’s fun, messy and in fact a great way for them to develop their confidence, learn about healthy food choices and develop a variety of skills including: Maths (weighing … Continue reading Cooking with Children – Mother’s Day Recipes