Shooting Stars Nursery & Preschool Tettenhall

✨Building Emotional Regulation Skills ✨
Learning how to recognise, understand and manage emotions is one of the most important skills children develop during their early years.
By helping children name feelings, practise calming strategies and talk openly about emotions, we can support them in building confidence and resilience for the future.
Like all skills, emotional regulation develops over time and with practice.
How do you help your child to manage their feelings?

✨Responding to Challenging Behaviour in the Moment: Practical Strategies for Difficult Situations ✨
When emotions are running high, children need calm, supportive adults to help guide them through difficult moments.
Staying calm, acknowledging feelings, keeping language simple and focusing on safety can all help children begin to regulate their emotions and feel understood.
Children learn emotional regulation over time through practice, support and positive relationships.
What strategies have you found helpful when your child is feeling overwhelmed?

💎 G.E.M Award Winners – Going the Extra Mile 💎
We’re so proud to celebrate our latest G.E.M Award winners – an award that recognises team members who truly go above and beyond every day.
✨ Katie, our May winner, was nominated for her dedication, hard work and the positive impact she has on those around her. Thank you for always going the extra mile and making a difference every day.
✨ Huge congratulations to Sarah Jane, our June winner, who was recognised for her wonderfully positive attitude. Your enthusiasm, kindness and uplifting approach help create a happy and supportive environment for both colleagues and families alike.
These awards are a fantastic way to recognise the incredible people who make our nurseries such special places every day, and we’re so grateful for everything our teams do.
📢 Parents – nominations are now open for our July G.E.M Award! If a team member has made a difference to you or your child, we’d love to hear about it.
Submit your G.E.M Award nomination here/via link in BIO:
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Thank you for helping us celebrate and recognise our team members

✨Supporting Positive Behaviour at Nursery✨
Positive behaviour support is about much more than managing difficult moments. It's about building relationships, creating a nurturing environment and helping children develop the skills they need to succeed.
At nursery, we use a range of approaches to support children's emotional development, confidence and independence while working closely with families every step of the way.
Strong partnerships help children receive consistent support wherever they are.
What qualities do you think help children feel safe and supported in their learning environment?

☀️ Summer days are on the way ☀️
The children enjoy our gardens in all weathers throughout the year, but there’s something especially uplifting about seeing them play outside in the summer breeze!
Whether they're riding bikes, exploring, creating, imagining or simply enjoying playtime with friends, our outdoor environments provide endless opportunities for children to learn, develop and thrive through play.

As the warmer months approach, we're looking forward to making even more memories outdoors and embracing all the adventures that summer brings.
What does your little one love most about being outside?

✨ Supporting Positive Behaviour at Home ✨
Small, consistent actions at home can have a big impact on children's behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Simple strategies such as creating routines, setting clear boundaries, listening to feelings and praising positive behaviour can help children feel safe, understood and supported.
Progress takes time, but every positive step helps children build important lifelong skills.
What positive behaviour strategies have worked well in your family?

✨Understanding Why Challenging Behaviour Happens ✨
Behaviour is often the visible part of a much bigger picture.
Tiredness, hunger, big emotions, communication difficulties, sensory sensitivities and changes in routine can all influence how children behave. When we look beyond the behaviour itself, we can better understand what children may be experiencing.
Responding with patience, empathy and understanding helps children feel supported while they learn important emotional skills.
Have you ever noticed a particular trigger that affects your child's behaviour?