The Anchor

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌𝒍𝒚 𝑹𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒑
As part of our 'Over the Sea' theme, our toddlers have been getting creative by making their own interpretations of lighthouses. 🌊🚢💡

The children used their scissor skills to carefully cut out shapes before using glue to bring their lighthouse creations to life. Activities like these are a fantastic way to develop fine motor skills, helping to strengthen the small muscles in children's hands and fingers that are needed for everyday tasks and early writing skills.

Each lighthouse was unique, showcasing the children's creativity and imagination while encouraging concentration, coordination, and independence.

We loved seeing the children's wonderful creations and the pride they took in their work! ❤️✨

𝑴𝒚 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒚 – 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒔𝒐𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝑩𝒓𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒕𝒐𝒏
We’re so pleased to share that Guide Dogs will be running a brand‑new block of My Time to Play sessions for young children with a vision impairment — right here in our region.

These sessions are designed for children aged 0–4 years, or up to 6 years for those with additional needs. Led by specialist Habilitation staff, each week offers a calm, playful space where little ones can build early practical skills, explore key concepts, and grow in confidence through hands‑on, child‑led play.

It’s also a lovely chance for parents and carers to meet others, share experiences, and feel part of a supportive local community.

📍 Brampton Memorial Centre, Thrapston Road, Brampton, Huntingdon, PE28 4TB
📅 Starting Monday 27th July 2026
⏰ 10.30–12.00
🧡 Running weekly for 5 weeks

A few helpful things to know:
• Sessions are free to attend
• Siblings are welcome (with an adult supervising)
• Support with transport may be available if needed

To find out more at, visit https://www.guidedogs.org.uk/ or contact the local team at [email protected] / 07468 711927.

A gentle, welcoming start for little explorers — and a space for families to connect and grow together. 🌿✨

Guide Dogs | The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association Our expert staff, volunteers and life-changing guide dogs help people with sight loss live the life they choose.

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌𝒍𝒚 𝑹𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒑
This week at The Anchor, our children have been celebrating Art Week by exploring a variety of exciting and creative ways to make their own masterpieces.

The children loved turning paint into graffiti art by using spray bottles to create colourful patterns and marks, experimenting with movement and control as they sprayed. We also explored a unique form of process art by swinging bottles of paint over a large dark sheet, creating beautiful splashes, swirls, and patterns as the paint moved through the air.

These activities encouraged creativity, curiosity, and self-expression, while also helping to develop fine and gross motor skills through hands-on exploration. It has been wonderful to see the children's imaginations come to life through art this week!

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌𝒍𝒚 𝑹𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒑
The Anchor has been full of exciting learning and creativity this week as the children celebrated Bee Week and explored all things bees!

The children enjoyed learning about bees and discovering more about the important role they play, including how they communicate and work together. Hands-on activities helped bring learning to life, with the children making delicious honey sandwiches and exploring different shapes while taking part in bee-themed activities.

Creativity was buzzing throughout the room as the children created their own beehives using bubble wrap to print honeycomb textures and designed their own bees using toilet roll tubes, pipe cleaners and tissue paper. These activities encouraged imagination while supporting fine motor development and creative expression.

A lovely week filled with exploration, creativity and lots of buzzing fun! 🐝🌼

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌𝒍𝒚 𝑹𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒑
This week in the Baby Room at The Anchor, the children have been focusing on physical development through a variety of fun and engaging activities both indoors and out in the garden.

The babies have been busy developing their fine motor skills through hands-on play and creative experiences, while also building their gross motor skills through movement, exploration and active play.

From discovering new ways to move their bodies to strengthening coordination and confidence, the children have loved learning through play in a nurturing and stimulating environment.

A lovely week full of movement, discovery and development at The Anchor 💛

𝑴𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝑨𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌 2026
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week, and this year’s theme — led by the Mental Health Foundation — is Action: taking steps, starting conversations, and supporting one another in meaningful ways.

At our nursery, we want to remind our families, children and community that no one has to face things alone. Small moments of care, kindness and connection can make a real difference.

When we’re struggling with our mental health, worries about everyday life — like work, relationships and money — can become overwhelming. This can lead to us feeling isolated or withdrawn.

When we’re in a dark place, it can feel difficult to connect with others, but often that is when we need connection the most.

It’s natural to want supportive friends, to feel accepted and valued for who you are, and to feel like you belong.

You can have different types of friends. Some friends are great for having a laugh and sharing your favourite hobbies. Others are there when you need to pour your heart out. Both are important.

Things to remember (especially for children and young people):
⭐ It can be hard to go up to someone new, but the more you do it, the easier it may get.
⭐ Other people may also find it hard to make friends — your friendliness might mean a lot to them.
⭐ Don’t be hard on yourself if you freeze up. You can always try again another time.
⭐ If someone is friendly to you, try to be friendly back.
⭐ A smile can go a long way.
⭐ Friendships take time to grow.

𝑵𝑯𝑺 𝑺𝒖𝒏 𝑺𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒕𝒚 𝑻𝒊𝒑𝒔:
✨Spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm
✨ Cover up with suitable clothing and hats
✨ Wear at least SPF30 sun cream
✨ Children under the age of 6 months should be kept out of direct sunlight

Now that the weather is getting warmer, please can we remind you to ensure your child arrives with a hat that is clearly labelled and appropriate clothing. Please can children have sun cream applied before coming into nursery. Thank you ☀️💚

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

𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑨𝒏𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒓 𝑾𝒆𝒆𝒌𝒍𝒚 𝑹𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒅 𝑼𝒑
This week at Anchor, the children enjoyed lots of exciting activities and special moments together.

Earlier in the week, we were so excited to see our butterflies emerge from their pupae, ready to spread their wings. The children loved watching this magical transformation before helping to release them into the world. 🦋✨

As part of Healthy Eating Week, our preschool children made a delicious vegetable soup for the whole nursery to enjoy at tea time. They carefully helped to prepare the vegetables while learning all about healthy food choices and the importance of looking after our bodies. 🥕🥔🍅

A wonderful week of learning, discovery and hands-on experiences for all. 💛