It would seem that every time I open a newspaper or switch on the news there is another case of a child or children being failed by the agencies set up to protect them. Tragic cases such as Baby P … Read the rest
Category Archives: Childcare Information
Going To Big School Next Year?
This is the time of year that infant and primary schools hold their open days for prospective new parents. You may have already visited the schools in your local area and be thinking about where to apply. The deadline for … Read the rest
Healthy Nursery Meals: Free Cookbook!
Lunchtime at Pear Tree Nursery is always eagerly anticipated thanks to our fabulous nursery cook Fiona Hodge. We often get asked by parents for the recipes for her nursery favourites; spag bol, fish cakes etc. because “he / she loves … Read the rest
Nursery Illnesses – Coughs, Colds and Snuffles
September not only marks the start of autumn but can also begin the season of nursery illnesses! As cold and damp weather drives everyone inside, coughs and colds flourish and industrial sized boxes of tissues are needed!
At our nurseries … Read the rest
Potty Training! Is Your Child Ready Yet?
This week we are tackling potty training! The children at our day nurseries are all at different stages of their development, but inevitably potty training is something that happens while they are attending nursery.
Sarah Worthington, our nursery manager at … Read the rest