Bright Start Childminding

22/07/2026

We are now on holiday until the 1st September. Have a lovely Summer everyone. 😎☀️🫶🏻❤️

22/07/2026

End of Summer Term Newsletter

What a fantastic Summer Term we have had! It has been filled with learning, laughter, friendship and lots of fun. The children have enjoyed a wide range of exciting experiences that have supported their development across the EYFS, focusing on the Prime Areas. 🥹❤️

Personal, Social and Emotional Development

This term, we have welcomed new faces to our room and said goodbye to some of our friends as they move on to their next adventure. The children have shown kindness by helping and sharing with one another, taking turns, and learning to play cooperatively. These experiences have helped to build confidence, friendships and a sense of belonging.🥹

Communication and Language

Our dinosaur activities encouraged the children to explore action words and begin linking words together into simple sentences through play. We also enjoyed daily nursery rhyme sessions, singing familiar songs together to develop listening, attention and language skills as well as reading interactive stories which all the children joined in with📚🎶

Physical Development

We made the most of the lovely weather by visiting the park, where the children enjoyed using the swings, slide, climbing frame and roundabout. These experiences supported their balance, coordination and gross motor development while encouraging teamwork and confidence. We also had lots of fun cooling on the splash pad and enjoyed plenty of water play and bubble activities in the garden.

During our RSPB Forest School sessions, the children pretended to build a campfire, balanced carefully along logs, searched for insects and explored the woodland dens. These outdoor experiences developed physical skills, curiosity and confidence in the natural environment.

Expressive Arts and Design

The children were very proud to create special Father’s Day gifts, including handprint keepsakes and a cup filled with chocolates. They enjoyed exploring different materials and expressing their creativity through arts and crafts.

We also had great fun using the colourful parachute to make a fast and slow “river,” watching it move up and down while talking about the different colours and movements.

Understanding the World

Our Forest School adventures gave the children opportunities to observe insects, explore nature and learn about the world around them through hands-on experiences.

Thank you for your continued support throughout the year. It has been a pleasure watching the children grow in confidence, independence and curiosity.

We wish all of our families a safe, happy and relaxing summer break.

Have a wonderful summer, and we look forward to seeing you all again in September!

21/07/2026

A little shout-out to my amazing daughter, Ruby, who has just completed her work experience here at Bright Start Childminding. 💛

She has been a fantastic help throughout her time with us and has loved joining the children on our outings, leading story and rhyme time, and setting up exciting garden activities linked to the children’s next steps and interests.

Ruby quickly became a favourite with the little ones. There was always a queue of children wanting to hold her hand on our trips, serve her an ice cream from the play cart, or ask her “Why?” for what felt like the millionth time! She embraced it all with patience, kindness and a smile.

She has thrown herself into our daily routines, supported the children so well, and even planned and delivered her own activities based on their interests. We are incredibly proud of how confident, caring and enthusiastic she has been throughout the week.

Thank you, Ruby, for all of your hard work. You’ve been a real asset to our setting, and who knows… maybe there’s a future childminder in the making! ❤️

21/07/2026

End of term

As another term comes to an end, it is with immense pride in our hearts that we wave goodbye to some of our very first mindees as they move on to begin their nursery adventures.🥹

These children have been adored by everyone here at the setting. We have had the privilege of watching them grow from tiny little babies into confident, funny and caring little characters, each with their own unique personalities. They will be missed more than words can say. It has truly been an honour to play a small part in their early learning journeys, and we are so proud of everything they have achieved.❤️

To all of our families, thank you for placing your trust in us. Thank you for your kindness, patience, understanding and for working alongside us to support your little ones as they have grown and developed. Building such wonderful relationships with your families has been one of the greatest joys of what we do.😘

We have been overwhelmed by the thoughtful cards, kind messages and generous gifts we have received. Your appreciation means the world to us. We simply wouldn’t be here without your continued support, so thank you from the bottom of our hearts.❤️💌🍾💐💝🛍️

It is hard to believe that we have now been open for two years, I want to say a huge thank you to my wonderful assistant, Libby BrightStartChildminding. I genuinely couldn’t do it without her. Her kindness, honesty, commitment, dedication, and of course her fun and laughter, make our setting the special place that it is. I know I speak for myself, our parents and our children when I say we think she is simply the best. 🌟🫶🏻

This year has also seen changes to the EYFS framework and our amazing children have shown such resilience, adaptability and enthusiasm. They have embraced every change and made implementing the new practices feel effortless.❤️

Thank you all for another wonderful term filled with smiles, laughter, learning and unforgettable memories.😊🥹

We hope you all have a fantastic summer break, and we can’t wait to welcome both familiar and new faces back for another exciting year ahead.😎☀️😊

“Good luck to all of our nursery leavers—we know you’ll all go on to do amazing things, and we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way!”
🍀📣👏🙌

With love and gratitude,

The Childminding Team ❤️

21/06/2026

Happy Fathers Day to all the wonderful Dads. Whatever your doing have an amazing day.
💌❤️🥳

30/05/2026

Useful information to support your child with getting ready for starting reception and potty training. ☺️

https://startingreception.co.uk/potty-training/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASHec1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEegCS7FurJmtgDGGLSMSTXUuOxuHUHVl3_rhMV5LKLjavFVQN8LJjNPMPr7Jo_aem_pJdUwpZ-BE1kc1Ks1-zCWQ

Potty training is an important milestone in your child’s development. We understand that all children develop at their own pace, but research shows it’s best for your child’s bowel and bladder health to stop using nappies, including reusable nappies, pull ups and training pants, between 18 and...

30/05/2026

Useful information:

EYFS that we follow:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6874e14383d39f474eb7d373/Early_years_foundation_stage_statutory_framework_for_childminders_.pdf

Guidance we use to help us track development and plan next steps:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64e6002a20ae890014f26cbc/DfE_Development_Matters_Report_Sep2023.pdf

https://birthto5matters.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Birthto5Matters-download.pdf

30/05/2026

Some lovely ideas for activities.

50 Things To Do aims to provide inspiration for parents and carers to connect with children through a range of activities, all designed to have a positive impact on learning and health.

30/05/2026

Half Term Newsletter 📝

As we come to the end of another lovely half term, we wanted to share some of the experiences and achievements from the past few weeks. ☺️

This half term has been a slightly slower-paced one as we welcomed some new little ones into our setting. A significant focus has been on building secure bonds and developing positive relationships, helping everyone feel safe, happy and settled. It has been wonderful to see friendships beginning to form and children's confidence growing each day. This links closely to the EYFS area of Personal, Social and Emotional Development (PSED), supporting children to build relationships, develop self-confidence and understand their feelings.

We have also introduced new sleeping arrangements in line with the recent changes to the EYFS. Whilst we as adults wondered how the children would adapt, they surprised us from day one! The children demonstrated fantastic resilience and adaptability, settling quickly into the new routine. In fact, many seem to be falling asleep more easily and enjoying a deeper, more restful sleep. This supports children's Physical Development and PSED, helping them to regulate their emotions and maintain their wellbeing. 😴💤

Toilet training has been another key focus this half term. The children have worked incredibly hard and should be very proud of themselves. They have shown increasing independence in managing their personal care routines, developing confidence and self-help skills. This supports both Physical Development and Personal, Social and Emotional Development. 🚾🧴🧻

We have continued to enjoy our regular outings, including trips to the park, local walks, shopping visits and lunches out in the community. These experiences provide valuable opportunities for children to develop their understanding of the world around them, practise social skills and build confidence in different environments. These activities support Understanding the World, Physical Development, and PSED. 🛝🛒🍴🥾

One of the highlights of the half term has been our interactive story and rhyme sessions. The children have thoroughly enjoyed joining in with familiar stories, singing rhymes and sharing conversations. It has been lovely to watch them grow in confidence as communicators, using new vocabulary, expressing their ideas and engaging with others. These experiences strongly support the EYFS area of Communication and Language. 📚

Overall, it has been a wonderful half term with a particular focus on Personal, Social and Emotional Development and Communication and Language. We are incredibly proud of all the children and the progress they have made. 🥹

Extending Learning at Home

There are lots of simple ways you can continue to support your child's learning at home:

Spend time sharing books together each day, talking about the pictures and encouraging your child to join in with familiar words and sounds.

Sing nursery rhymes and songs together, adding actions to help develop language, memory and confidence.

Encourage independence by allowing your child to help with simple tasks such as tidying toys, washing hands, dressing and using the toilet where appropriate.

Talk about feelings and emotions during everyday experiences, helping your child to recognise and name how they feel.

Take walks in your local area, noticing changes in nature, talking about what you can see and encouraging curiosity about the world around them.

Arrange opportunities for your child to play alongside other children, supporting the development of friendships and social skills.

Maintain consistent sleep and daily routines where possible to help children feel secure and settled.

Thank you for your continued support. We hope you all have a lovely break and look forward to seeing everyone next week for another fun-filled half term! ❤️

EYFS that we follow:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6874e14383d39f474eb7d373/Early_years_foundation_stage_statutory_framework_for_childminders_.pdf

Guidance we use to help us track development and plan next steps:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/64e6002a20ae890014f26cbc/DfE_Development_Matters_Report_Sep2023.pdf

https://birthto5matters.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Birthto5Matters-download.pdf

08/04/2026

🌼 Half Term Newsletter 🌼

What a busy and exciting half term we have had! The children have been full of energy, creativity, and enthusiasm in all that they have been doing. We are so proud of everything they have achieved.

📚 World Book Day Fun
We had a wonderful time celebrating World Book Day. The children came dressed in costumes or cosy pyjamas and enjoyed sharing their favourite stories. We used props to bring stories to life, encouraging imagination and a love of reading.
EYFS Links: Literacy – Comprehension, Word Reading | Communication & Language – Speaking

🎨 Creative Celebrations
The children have been busy getting creative! We made beautiful Easter cards and decorated eggs with lots of colours and patterns. We also created thoughtful Mother’s Day cards, showing care and appreciation for our loved ones.
EYFS Links: Expressive Arts & Design – Creating with Materials | Personal, Social & Emotional Development – Building Relationships

🛍️ Real-Life Experiences
We enjoyed going shopping and out for dinner, helping children understand everyday experiences and develop independence.
EYFS Links: Understanding the World – People, Culture & Communities | PSED – Self-Confidence

🌳 Outdoor Adventures
Trips to the park were full of fun! The children loved using the swings and slide, developing their physical skills and confidence.
EYFS Links: Physical Development – Gross Motor Skills

🥢 Chinese New Year Celebration
We explored Chinese New Year by tasting Chinese food and learning about different traditions. The children were excited to try new flavours!
EYFS Links: Understanding the World – Culture & Communities

🧸 Role Play & Imagination
Role play has been a big highlight this half term. The children loved being shopkeepers and caring for baby dolls, building their imagination and social skills.
EYFS Links: Expressive Arts & Design – Being Imaginative | PSED – Relationships

✨ A Wonderful Half Term!
What an exciting few weeks it has been! The children have shown curiosity, creativity, and kindness every day. We look forward to more fun and learning next half term!

Thank you for your continued support 😊