Education

Resources for planning educational activities and meeting learning standards in day nurseries. Articles cover play-based learning, special needs support, Ofsted preparation and environmental education.

Choosing Age Appropriate Activities

How to pick the right activities for kids at different ages to support their learning, health, and happiness.

Encouraging Hands-On Learning at Day Nurseries

Young children learn better when they can touch, feel, and try things themselves rather than just listen to explanations.

Going Green: Your Nursery and Environmental Issues

How to teach young children about environmental responsibility through nursery activities and everyday choices.

How to Plan for Learning and Free Play Time at Day Nurseries

Set up your day nursery with balanced time for structured learning and free play so children learn best through hands-on exploration.

Managing Special Needs Children at Day Nurseries

Day nurseries can support children with special needs when staff work closely with parents to understand each child's requirements and plan appropriate care.

National Day Nursery Association Awards

How nursery workers and settings can enter the annual National Day Nurseries Association Awards to get recognised for their dedication and hard work.

Nursery Book List

A guide to building a nursery book collection that comforts, teaches, and inspires young children to love reading.

Preparing for an Ofsted Inspection

Get your nursery ready for Ofsted with practical steps to ensure you're prepared and confident on inspection day.

Run a Theme Day

Make theme days fun and educational by picking engaging topics like careers, colors, or cultures that get kids excited to learn.

Stimulating Kids' Intellects at Day Nurseries

Day nurseries can boost children's learning through books, songs, and one-on-one attention that builds early reading skills.

Teaching Through Play at Day Nurseries

How day nursery teachers build learning into everyday play and conversations with children.