Kilton Childcare

Mini eggs of all colours and brands are lining the supermarket shelves. But, did you know that they are the perfect size to block a small child’s airway and choke them? And, their hard shell can make it difficult to dislodge with standard first aid techniques.

That’s why they carry a safety warning that they aren’t recommended for children under 4.

So, when you’re stocking up for the Easter Bunny please stay safe and choose another treat for your little one.

Visit our choking hub to learn more about common choking hazards and what you should do in an emergency: https://capt.org.uk/choking-prevention/

Did you know popcorn can be dangerous for small children?

Due to it’s size and odd shape it can be difficult for little ones to chew and safely swallow. That makes it a big choking risk. But it also poses a risk of aspiration (where something is breathed into the lungs by accident) which in some cases can lead to pneumonia.

That’s why we recommend you avoid popcorn until your child is at least 5.

Do you have a little one at a childminder or early years setting? Have you heard of the seven areas of learning? These are all interlinked and cover the wide range of learning opportunities that our youngest children benefit from. (Remember that all children develop and learn at different rates.)

The prime areas underpin and form the foundations for other learning
Communication and language
Personal, social and emotional development
Physical development

The specific areas build on the prime areas strengthening and applying knowledge
Literacy
Mathematics
Understanding the world
Expressive arts and design

Just because it’s on the shelf doesn’t mean it’s suitable for sleep. 🤔

Baby sleep products aren’t always designed with safer sleep in mind, even if they’re marketed that way.

When it comes to your baby’s sleep space, keep it simple to keep it safe. You don’t need to buy lots of products or spend money on expensive items.

The safest place for a baby to sleep is on their back in their own clear, flat, firm sleep space.

There are just a few items that we recommend – the baby necessities:

- Cot or Moses basket
- Portable sleep space such as a travel cot, carry cot or Moses basket
- Firm, flat, waterproof mattress
- Sleeping bag or sheets and a lightweight blanket
- Room thermometer
- Car seat – this is not intended for sleeping when not travelling, but is essential for safer travel.

Discover expert advice on everything you need to know about baby product safety: https://bit.ly/4uaPUhY

When we give toys to our little ones we want to know that they are safe for them to play with.

Unfortunately this is not always the case, and safety recalls are often issued. Child Accident Prevention Trust keep a list on their website of the most recent items that have been recalled.

You can also see a full listing on the gov.uk website.

Links below:
https://capt.org.uk/uk-toy-recalls/
https://www.gov.uk/product-safety-alerts-reports-recalls?keywords=toy&product_category%5B%5D=toys

Best Start in Life ‎

Half term is the perfect time to start conversations with your child about online safety and our friendly dino, Techosaurus is here to help! They have 4 key lessons that offer simple and practical advice about staying safe online while still having fun! Search 'NSPCC Techosaurus' for more information.

Image description:
A graphic titled "Online safety starts with Techosaurus and their 4 key lessons!" The 4 lessons are written below:
- Play - be kind while you're playing
-Protect - your personal information
- Ask - for advice from a trusted grown up
- Say - if anything makes you feel scared or upset online

To enquire about a place at our nursery, please click the link below and complete our online enquiry form.

We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming your family.

Famly Famly is the home of great early years education. See daily updates, stay in touch, and pay for care right in the app.