Child First Nursery- Aylesbury

📢 The World Cup 2022 has officially started! 📢

The 2022 World Cup in Qatar kicks off on Sunday, November 20 at the Al Bayt Stadium when the hosts take on Ecuador in Group A.

Together we can change young lives❗

Too many children have experienced the worry, dread, and hopelessness of living through COVID, and the current cost of living crisis is forcing many more families into poverty. Children In Need strives to end this anxiety in many children in the UK.

On November 11th, 1918 world war I was brought to a close after 4 years of continuous warfare. On this day, we pay our respects to all of those that gave their lives in service of our country.

Number confidence week is about supporting people on their journey to overcoming any anxieties with numbers!

It’s Bonfire Night! 🎆

We know the children are excited to see some fireworks, bonfires and sparklers. 🎇

May you scare more and get scared less this Halloween. Happy Halloween! 🎃 👻

Today is Diwali!

Diwali is the Hindu festival of Lights, which is celebrated with fireworks, decoration and feasting. Diwali also marks a new beginning through the arrival of a new moon.

♻️ Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! ♻️

It is Recycle Week! Encouraging children to recycle is a way of teaching them about sustainability. Learning the importance of being sustainable shows them that the environment is important. 🌍

You can provide your child with opportunities to play in the mud by simply taking them outside after a rainy day to investigate muddy puddles.

The possibilities for mud play activities are practically unlimited! Here are some ideas:

👉 Mud Stew
👉 Coffee shop Mud Play
👉 Make mud castles and buildings.
👉 Paint and write with mud using a large paintbrush or sticks.
👉 Muddy Car Wash
👉 Make a mud racetrack or roads for toy cars.

Tuff Trays encourage group play, allowing numerous children at once to join the activity, playing alongside each other or together. Tuff trays provide great opportunities to build on social skills, confidence and speech and language development.

Have a think about how you could create the following tough trays:

Autumn Tuff Tray
Halloween Tuff Tray
Dinosaur Tuff Tray
Minibeast Tuff Tray
Animal Tuff Tray
Construction Tuff Tray
Summer Tuff Tray
Water Tuff Tray

Thank you for your service Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts are with The Royal Family today.

How to create and use a story sack at home. 🏠📖

Story sacks are a great resource to use with children. They can extend a story and support children in various development areas. The sacks are often made up using a storybook and visual aids or activities based around a particular favourite story. The Gruffalo, The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Room on the Broom are popular choices. Creating a story sack at home is a fun activity you can do to get your children engaged in reading. Children enjoy books and read more when they are interested in the stories.

⭐️ Gather your child's favourite book and a sizable cloth bag to start. A pillowcase or cotton grocery bag will work perfectly. Any of the following can be added to aid with story time:

A copy of the book

Story-related CD or DVD

Related non-fiction books or toys (stuffed animals are great)

Models of the story's characters and relative objects

Pencils and paper

⭐️ Then, make an activity card for the story to include in the story sack.

How to make an activity card:

1. Write down a list of activities you can do and topics you can discuss in connection to the story.

2. Discuss the story and the children's favourite parts.

3. Ask lots of open-ended questions about the characters and storyline.

4. Retell the story using the toys and props you have in the bag

Create your favourite character using playdough 😀

It's Roald Dahl Story Day! 📖

Visit the link below for some fun Roald Dahl Printables and Activities.

👉 https://www.readbrightly.com/roald-dahl-printables-activities/

Thank you for your service. Rest in peace Her Majesty. 🕊️👑

Using scissors is a great way to improve children's fine motor skills❗️ We have a few tips to get children more comfortable with using scissors. ✂️

Get your child ready for school/nursery/pre-school with our 'Ready for School' checklist! 📝✅

Time is precious when facing an emergency, which makes it crucial to have a children's/baby’s First Aid Kit readily available at home.

Below is a link for 6 of the best baby First Aid Kits that you can order at Amazon:

https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/best-first-aid-kits-for-babies#comparison

It’s the summer holidays now, which makes it the perfect time to explore the UK with the children!

Plan your staycation now 👇

https://www.travelsupermarket.com/en-gb/blog/inspiration/best-uk-family-staycation-destinations/

In the summer, it’s natural for children to want to go for a dip and splash in the pool. We have some pool safety tips to share, to ensure that all children are safe:

⭐️ Always teach children to never go in the pool unsupervised
⭐️ Ensure children are using inflatables, on their upper arms only. (However, this is not a substitute for supervision!)
⭐️ Even if a pool has a lifeguard, it’s still best to supervise all children in the pool

We’ve already experienced some crazy heatwaves this year, with temperatures reaching 40 degrees! Below are some tips for children (and adults) to stay safe in the sun

☀️ Avoid the sun when it’s at its strongest, in the UK this tends to be between 11 AM - 3 PM.
☀️ Using at least factor 30 on children is ideal, as children have more sensitive skin.
☀️ Wearing a hat… our choice of clothing is our first line of defence against the sun, and wearing a hat is perfect for protecting children’s heads.

Learn more about staying safe in the sun via the NHS website.

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/seasonal-health/sunscreen-and-sun-safety/

Playday takes place on the first Wednesday of August each year! This day is dedicated to the important role play has in the lives of children. The theme for this year’s Playday is … Summer of Play. ☀️

Go team! 💪

What a joyous moment it was for the England Lionesses and England as a whole! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿⚽

⭐️ It’s World Breastfeeding Week! ⭐️

World Breastfeeding Week is to protect and support breastfeeders all around the world! Breastfeeding supports children's development and health, making breastfeeding extremely important! 🥰

Today is the 25th Annual World Book Day!
To celebrate World Book Day today, we have a range of activities based on the children's books and characters we love.
What is your favourite book to read with your family?📚

Child First Aylesbury Nursery | The perfect place for your children to grow

Join us at our open evening on Tuesday 15th March, 6pm to 8pm, for a chance to see our lovely Nursery. This event is by appointment only.

Call us on 01296 392516 to book your session today to see our fantastic Nursery and find out what we can offer you and your child.

https://www.childfirstaylesburynursery.com/

Child First Aylesbury Nursery | The perfect place for your children to grow At Child First Aylesbury Nursery we work in partnership with parents to achieve the best possible outcomes for all the children in our care

Child First Aylesbury Nursery | The perfect place for your children to grow

Join us at our open evening on Thursday17th February, 6pm to 8pm, for a chance to see our lovely Nursery. This event is by appointment only.

Call us on 01296 392516 to book your session today to see our fantastic Nursery and find out what we can offer you and your child.

https://www.childfirstaylesburynursery.com/

Child First Aylesbury Nursery | The perfect place for your children to grow At Child First Aylesbury Nursery we work in partnership with parents to achieve the best possible outcomes for all the children in our care

Happy New Year everyone!
What is your no 1 goal for 2022?

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas!
Share your festive photos below, we’d love to see them 🎄

Our Christmas Gift to You

As a thank you for your amazing support this year we would like to give you a free extra session - our early Christmas gift to you.

Please click the link for more information or speak to your Nursery Manager today to secure your extra sessions.

Our Christmas Gift to You Are you in need of some child-free Christmas shopping? 🎅🎁 A chance to wrap presents without peeking eyes? 👀 Time to stuff the turkey?! 🍗 Or just to put your feet up after your Christmas party? 🎄

Advice for parents and families

Today is the beginning of Road Safety Week 2021 which takes place 15th -19th November. Brake.org provide useful information on keeping children safe near roads. https://www.brake.org.uk/get-involved/take-action/mybrake/knowledge-centre/advice-for-parents-and-families

Advice for parents and families A child's safety will always be a top priority for any parent or carer. Keeping children safe near roads is vital because road traffic injuries are the biggest cause of death among young people worldwide, and six children are killed or seriously injured on roads every day in the UK. At Brake we…

Timeline photos

Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to everyone! Please share your photos of how you will be celebrating- we’d love to see them.

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Halloween Activity Sheets | Halloween Activity Sheets

Halloween Activity Sheets 🎃

We wanted to share with you these spook-tacular colouring sheets and fang-tastic activities for you and your family to enjoy.

Perfect for some Halloween fun this half term.

https://www.orchardtoys.com/dept/halloween-activity-sheets_d01171.htm

Halloween Activity Sheets | Halloween Activity Sheets Download spook-tacular activity sheets here! From crafts to activities to colouring sheets!

We are recruiting!
Call us today for a chance to join our amazing team at our Child First Nursery in Aylesbury as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner.

Black History Month

Celebrating Black History Month in the early years
Acknowledging and celebrating Black History Month as a special time of year is an appropriate way to approach the themes of African-Caribbean history, achievement and experience with young children. Offering opportunities to engage in relevant first-hand experiences can help children make connections between different lives, cultures and experiences and offer starting points for discussion around similarities and differences.
The link below contains activities and resources, which will allow children to explore different aspects of history and culture.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/joinin/black-history-month

Black History Month Watch these dads and daughters discussing everything from Rosa Parks to the Jamaican football team together during Black History Month.

Enjoy autumn with CBeebies - CBeebies - BBC

Autumn is here.
Why not get inspired with some seasonally themed activities based around Autumn you can enjoy at home?
Please share your activities and creations below, we’d love to see them.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies/topics/autumn

Enjoy autumn with CBeebies - CBeebies - BBC Explore CBeebies and discover autumn fun, play games, watch clips and get creative this autumn.

National Ice Cream Cone Day - September 22

Today is National Ice Cream Cone Day!
Will you be enjoying an ice cream after dinner this evening? We’d love to see pictures!
https://nationaltoday.com/national-ice-cream-cone-day/

National Ice Cream Cone Day - September 22 Want to celebrate National Ice Cream Cone Day in style? We’ve got the best activities, ideas, discounts, & deals to make your day super delish!

Today is National Playdough Day.
Playdough provides endless sensory experiences and developmental benefits, not to mention being lots of fun. Exploring malleable materials such as playdough helps to develop fine motor skills, encourages creativity, and enhances hand-eye coordination. If you would like to make Playdough at home with your child, why not use this simple recipe.

Junk modelling is a fantastic activity for children both at Nursery and at home. We thought you might like to find out more about the benefits of this activity and how you can enjoy this at home together.
https://icpnurseries.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/020-NW-Junk-Modelling-2.pdf