Little Darlings Nursery

At Little Darlings Nursery, we use the power of mealtime modeling to help our children develop independent eating habits. By sitting and enjoying meals together, our little ones learn to use cutlery, try new foods, and build confidence in a calm, supportive environment.

Every meal is a learning opportunity, and every small step counts! 🍱🥗🥤

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The "No!" that makes us smile.
Proof that our Forest School sessions are the highlight of the day. They never want to leave, and honestly? We don't either.

We are delighted to invite you to our FREE Forest School Taster Session ..a special opportunity for parents and their children to experience outdoor learning together.

DM us here or WhatsApp on 07932 623852 for booking!

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Nothing beats the joy of a happy & healthy lunch break. Today, our little ones are diving into cheesy tomato pasta and fresh salad.. fueling up with all the good stuff for a day of learning and play!
We love seeing those happy faces (and messy smiles!) as they explore new flavors and textures. 🥗🍅

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Children helped unload and carry the eggs before taking one home. This simple experience supported cooperation, turn-taking, safe handling and a sense of responsibility, while also creating a warm and enjoyable seasonal moment.

Happy Easter everyone


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Little hands, big thinking!

Children helped move newly delivered salt blocks into their storage area. Some lifted and carried, while others quickly adapted - dragging the blocks instead when they felt too heavy.

Real learning happens when children are trusted with real tasks.

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“If you go down to the woods today…”

You’ll find explorers, storytellers, climbers and problem-solvers. Outdoor learning nurtures imagination, resilience and confidence.. all through play, fresh air and a little bit of mud.

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You may have seen viral posts claiming that a capsicum (pepper) with 3 lobes is “male” and less sweet, while one with 4 lobes is “female” and sweeter.

* It sounds scientific
* It sounds convincing
* But it simply isn’t true

Capsicums do not have genders in the way the internet suggests. The number of lobes has no relationship to sweetness or taste.

So what does affect flavour?

* The variety of the capsicum
* How ripe it is when harvested
* Its freshness and storage conditions

A red capsicum is sweeter than a green one because it has ripened longer - not because it has four lobes. Taste is about plant biology, not social media myths.

Why does this matter?

In a world where information spreads instantly, it is easy for myths to travel faster than facts. As adults, we have a responsibility to pause and ask:

* Who said this?
* Is there evidence?
* Does it make biological sense?
* Can I verify this from a reliable source?

At our nursery, we actively nurture these early foundations of critical thinking. Even with our youngest children, we encourage:

* Curiosity
* Questioning
* Investigating
* Testing ideas
* Learning through real experiences

Whether children are exploring vegetables in our home corner, planting seeds, or investigating how foods change when cooked, we guide them to think beyond assumptions.

Critical thinking is not a “secondary school skill.” It begins in the Early Years.And sometimes… it starts with a capsicum.

If you found this helpful, share it - and next time you shop for vegetables, choose for freshness and variety… not the number of lobes!

Embracing the mud part 1 🦊

From the warmth of the fire to peeling and tasting roasted chestnuts, children explored a seasonal Forest School experience using all their senses.

Through talking about what they could see, smell, and feel, they developed communication and language skills. Peeling the shells strengthened fine motor control, while sharing the activity together supported personal, social and emotional development.

These meaningful moments of learning through play help build confidence, curiosity, and lasting positive memories.