Mindful Nurseries Addiscombe

🏖️ Bringing the beach to nursery! ☀️

Our little ones had a wonderful time exploring a beach-themed sensory activity this week, using their senses to discover different textures, materials, and treasures from the seaside.

Sensory play helps to support children's language development, curiosity, fine motor skills, and understanding of the world around them, all while having lots of fun! 🌊🐚

🍽️ Our Guide to Where Little Ones Eat Free This Summer is Here!

Looking for ways to enjoy family days out without the big price tag this summer? We’ve rounded up the best UK restaurants, cafés and supermarkets where kids can eat free or for just £1 during the school holidays.

From Bella Italia and Morrisons Café to Asda, Dobbies and more — there are plenty of easy wins for affordable family meals this summer.

👉 Take a look at the full list by following the link below.

Perfect for saving a little extra during the holidays while still enjoying meals out together as a family 💛

Kids Eat Free Summer 2026: 20+ UK Restaurants, Cafés & Family Dining Deals Looking for places where kids eat free this summer? We've rounded up some of the best restaurants, cafés, pubs and supermarkets across the UK offering free children's meals or £1 dining deals during Summer 2026.Whether you're planning a family day out, a shopping trip or simply want a break from c...

✨ Limited September Spaces Available ✨

Looking for a nurturing, inspiring nursery for your little one? Now is the perfect time to secure your child’s place for September 💛

For a limited time, we’re offering FREE registration for children starting in September.

Use offer code: SEPTREG26 when registering 🎉

Limited spaces available. Offer ends 01/09/2026. T&Cs apply. Subject to availability.

Visit mindfulnurseries.com/book-online to book a show-around today ✨

📚☀️ Looking for some new storytime favourites this summer?

We've rounded up 12 children's books all about sunshine, nature, seaside adventures, and exploring the great outdoors.

From buzzing bees to summer walks, these stories help little ones connect with the world around them while supporting their development.

Whether you're planning a trip to the park or simply enjoying a cosy story together, there's something on this list for every young explorer.

🌿 Read our latest blog and discover your next favourite book!

Which book is your little one's favourite? Let us know below! 👇📖

12 Children’s Books About Nature, Sunshine & Outdoor Adventures for Under 5s Updated for Spring & Summer 2026There’s something so special about reading stories that reflect the world children can see right outside their window — buzzing bees, colourful flowers, muddy walks, seaside trips, and sunny adventures.Spring and summer books help babies, toddlers, and preschooler...

🎨 Creativity in Early Years ✨

Creativity is a key part of early childhood development. Through art, imaginative play and open-ended activities, children learn to express themselves, build confidence and explore new ideas 💡

These experiences also support communication, language, problem-solving and fine motor skills — all through fun, hands-on learning 🌈

🥦 Why aren’t children eating enough vegetables?

From busy family schedules to picky eating phases, getting little ones to enjoy veggies can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. But the good news is — small, simple changes can make a big difference over time 💚

In our latest blog, we explore:
✨ Why many children struggle with vegetables
✨ How early experiences with food shape eating habits
✨ Easy veggie-packed recipe ideas for little ones
✨ Fun ways to make vegetables more appealing for children

Remember — building healthy habits is a journey, and every tiny win counts 🌱

Read the full blog by following the link below!

Why Aren't Children Eating Enough Vegetables in the UK (and What Parents Can Do About It) Many children in the UK aren’t eating enough vegetables – and the problem starts early. According to the National Diet and Nutrition Survey (NDNS), fewer than 1 in 5 children aged 5 to 15 meet the “5-a-day” fruit and vegetable recommendation.Under 5s follow a similar trend, studies finding t...

This week we’ve been exploring early writing in a fun and meaningful way using fingerprint letters ✋🔤✨

Activities like this are a great step towards school readiness, helping children to develop the fine motor strength needed for early writing, while also supporting letter recognition, focus and hand–eye coordination.

It’s all about building confidence and laying strong foundations for future learning 💛

Big feelings are a normal part of early childhood 💛

Learning to manage emotions takes time, support and understanding.

In our latest blog, we explore:
✨ what is self-regulation
✨ why it can be hard for little ones
✨ how language and routines can help

A quick, helpful read for parents and carers.

Read more via the link below 👇

Parent’s Guide: Self-Regulation for Under 5s Learning to manage emotions, behaviour and reactions is a huge part of early childhood development. In the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), this is known as self-regulation and forms an important part of children’s personal, social and emotional development.Self-regulation doesn’t mean child...

Another wonderful week at nursery filled with exploration, creativity, curiosity, and plenty of smiles 💛

Throughout the week, the children have been building confidence, strengthening communication skills, developing fine and gross motor control, and learning through hands-on experiences led by their interests and ideas.

From problem solving and imaginative thinking to teamwork and independence, every activity creates opportunities for children to grow, discover, and make sense of the world around them 🌿✨