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Shapes, Art and Parachute Fun in Green Class!
It has been a brilliantly busy week in Green Class at The Limes, with shape taking centre stage alongside some wonderful outdoor fun! The children have been exploring shape through a range of activities, developing their early mathematical thinking in ways that feel...
Ice Lollies, Paddling Pools and a Very Special Story Time in Red Class!
It has been a memorable week in Red Class at The Limes, with the heatwave bringing some very fun ways to keep cool and a brilliant surprise visitor! The children have been thinking about how to stay safe in the hot weather, and the highlight was definitely enjoying...
A Special Visit from PCSO Nick at The Limes
Green and Red Class at The Limes enjoyed a very special visit this morning from PCSO Nick. The children were excited to welcome him into the room and were keen to learn more about his important role in the community. Nick showed the children his police uniform and...
Magic Beans, Growing Seeds and Sensory Play in Class 1
This week in Class 1 at Rosemary Nursery School, the children have been enjoying the classic story Jack and the Beanstalk as their core book. The story sparked lots of excitement and curiosity, especially around the idea of magic beans growing into a giant beanstalk....
Heatwave Preparation: Keeping Children Safe and Comfortable
With warmer weather expected, we would like to share some helpful reminders for families to support children during periods of high temperatures. This guidance is designed to help children stay safe, comfortable and able to enjoy their time at nursery. Parents and...
Exploring Full and Empty in the Yellow Room
In the Yellow Room at St Werburgh’s Park Nursery School, children have been exploring the ideas of ‘full’ and ‘empty’ through hands-on play and thoughtful conversation. In the mud kitchen, they experimented with filling and emptying containers, noticing what happens...
Rhyming Fun and Celebrating What Makes Us Unique in Green and Green 2
This week in Green and Green 2 at The Limes Nursery School, children have been enjoying our core book, Each Peach, Pear Plum. Through this much-loved story, children have been exploring new vocabulary and developing their understanding of rhyme, beginning to recognise...
Exploring Texture, Nature and Creative Building in Class 2
This week in Class 2 at Rosemary Nursery School has been full of hands on exploration, creativity and curiosity. The children have been using salt trays to make marks with their hands and brushes, experimenting with different movements and patterns. This sensory...
Big Adventures in the Willow Room Vehicle Play
The Willow Room at The Limes Nursery School has been full of energy and imagination this week as children have continued to explore their interest in vehicles through outdoor play. The garden has become a busy transport hub, with a chalk road carefully created for...
Ready to Harvest: Exploring Our Homegrown Vegetables at The Limes Nursery School
There was great excitement at The Limes Nursery School this afternoon as the children discovered that the peas and lettuces in their garden were ready to pick and enjoy. The children carefully harvested the vegetables themselves, showing growing confidence and...
Bug Hunting and Caring for Caterpillars in Class 1!
Class 1 at Rosemary Nursery School has had a really exciting week, with lots of brilliant minibeast discoveries in the garden! The children have found a wide variety of insects and have been observing them closely using magnifying bug pots, which has been wonderful...
Caring for Our Allotment in Yellow Room
Children in Yellow Room at St Werburgh's Park Nursery School have been busy spending time in the allotment this week, taking on the important role of caring for the plants. They have been watering, pulling out weeds, and carefully looking to see which vegetables are...
Central Bristol Nursery Schools Federation Staff attend a Thought-Provoking Session On Anti-Racist Practice
Staff from Central Bristol Nursery Schools Federation came together this month for a powerful professional learning session focused on anti-racist practice. Led by Liz Pemberton, The Black Nursery Manager, and Dr Shaddai Tembo, the session created space for open and...
Bristol Family Hubs Help, Advice and Information
Family Hubs offer information, advice and help to all families in Bristol. They run activities and support you and your family to access services and information both at Family Hub centres and online. There is a Family Hub based at St Werburghs Park Nursery School,...
Rain, Shine and Colourful Discoveries in Orange Room
Children in Orange Room at St Werburgh's Park Nursery School made the most of a week of changing weather, exploring the outdoor environment in both rain and sunshine. The shifting conditions provided a rich opportunity for children to observe the natural world,...