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27/04/2026 Recycling

This week we will be talking about recycling and how we can look after our planet. Let’s appreciate the absolutely gorgeous world around us. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle- Every bit counts! Whether you do by planting a tree, digging a garden, recycling bottles, picking up trash in your community, or going on a nature walk, it is an important reminder of our limited natural resources and the need to be thoughtful every day. You can be a hero helping to preserve our planet too!  We will use less paper at school and protect the trees. Trees are awesome: They clean the air, help conserve energy by providing cooling shade, provide wood and habitats for wildlife, and some even provide food. This week’s art will be based on everything and anything that you could find around the house to make a silly Robot as, don’t forget: Reduce, reuse and recycle!
We will be taking some groups out of the nursery on a clean-up of Southfields.

04/05 – 11/05/2026  SPACE

Even before the 1969 moon landing, children were fascinated by the idea of space travel and exploration, and the mysteries of the solar system. Since that time, shuttle flights and the International Space Station have become commonplace as we explore Mars with remote controlled vehicles and look deep into the universe with the Hubble Telescope. We will learn about astronauts, space travel, satellites, and robots. Take a space exploration journey in our Dark Den. View the earth from space or track the position of satellites and spacecraft as they pass over your town or city it’s all out of this world.

Please do not forget SPACE DAY – Wednesday 6 May 2026, dress up like an alien……

18/05/2026  Walk to School

Our Little Feet – Elmer activity is presented in partnership with Elmer the Patchwork Elephant, the colourful character created by David McKee who has appeared in more than 30 books in the series.

Little Feet is our range of walking activities for children aged 2-5 years old, designed specifically for use in early years settings. Little Feet resources are perfect for introducing the benefits of walking to young children and their families, encouraging them to adopt healthy walking habits through topics linked to the Early Learning Goals.

HALF TERM

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01/06/2026  Helen Dardik

This week, we step into a world where colours dance, patterns sing, and imagination leads the way.
Swirls, dots, zig-zags and lines…
Red that feels warm, blue that feels calm, yellow that shines like the sun.
Inspired by the work of Helen Dardik—an artist known for her bright colours, playful characters, and bold, repeating patterns—children will explore how simple shapes and colours can be transformed into joyful, imaginative creations. Her artwork invites us to see the world not as it is, but as it could be—full of wonder, rhythm, and personality.
Children will explore a playful palette of colours, mixing, blending, and experimenting as they discover how colours change, move, and come alive. Through hands-on experiences, they will paint, print, dab, splash, and create—finding joy not only in the outcome, but in the process itself.

08/06/2026 The Rapping Princess by Hannah Lee

Here is a story that everyone should know. It’s the tale of a princess named Shiloh. She lived in a kingdom, not far from yours, in a grand house with a swimming pool and fourteen floors. I know that sounds too big but here’s the thing: her mother and father were the Queen and King. Being a princess is a tough job for someone so small. It’s even harder when you have a problem you can’t solve at all.  You see, every princess in the kingdom could sing.  Yet Shiloh’s voice could do no such thing . . .Shiloh might not be able to sing like her sisters, but she has other talents, and sometimes it’s about embracing your differences and celebrating them! Our trip to the Polka Theatre on 12 June 2026 to see “The Rapping Princess”.  All children welcome, please let your class teachers know if your child can come.

15/06/2026 – 22/06/2026       PETS

Pets are part of the family. Even pre-schoolers who do not have pets at home are interested in dogs, cats, fish, and other animals. Children enjoy pets for many reasons. They like watching them, touching them, handling them, caring for them, and learning about them. Many different animals can become pets. Children will learn which animals will make good pets and that all pets need love, care, food, and shelter. Pets also introduce children to the life cycle in a relevant and meaningful way. Children can tell us about their own pets or what pets they would like if they had one. We will talk about how we can help our pets if they are ill or how we can help them if they are in trouble. We might also have some furry friends visit us at school.

29/06/2026 Butterflies

This week we will learn about Butterflies. We will explore their life cycle and learn some of the facts too.  Hopefully our butterflies will hatch in time to be released on 3 July!

EASTER FUN

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