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A stunning spring sensory flower investigation set up outdoors at a Partou nursery created to celebrate the clocks going forward in spring 2026. A dark tuff tray laid with a mirror base holds an abundant arrangement of silver metal bowls, pots, and galvanised buckets filled with pale lilac and soft pink coloured water, floating red, yellow, cream, and peach rose petals, and brightly coloured blue, orange, and pink foam flower shapes. A wooden pestle and mortar holds a pink chrysanthemum head ready for grinding, alongside an iridescent rainbow glass sphere and an amber glass globe vase. Fresh cut flowers including deep magenta chrysanthemums, soft pink lisianthus, white gypsophila, yellow marigolds, and sprigs of green foliage and dark teal blue thistle are arranged throughout the tray in a turquoise glass vase and scattered across the mirror surface. Loose red rose petals and green pine sprigs complete the invitation to explore. In the garden beyond, a wooden picket fence planter, black rubber tyres, and a pale blue trough are visible, reflecting the rich outdoor early years provision at this Partou nursery.
Clocks go forward 2026: helping your child adjust to the spring clock change 

From bedtime shifts to lighter evenings, the spring clock change can feel daunting when you have young children. Discover gentle, child-led ideas to help your baby or toddler adjust to British Summer Time, with practical tips for sleep, routines and nursery mornings.

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Three female nursery practioners from Partou Willowdene in Widnes standing outside next to a fence holding their Halton Healthy Early Years certificate
Partou Willowdene awarded Halton Healthy Early Years Status

Partou Willowdene in Widnes have been recognised for their commitment to giving children the healthiest start possible with a holistic approach to wellbeing that extends beyond the nursery world. Learn about their award and what this means for families.

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Top Tips for encouraging early literacy

From bedtime reading to singing in the car, the everyday moments you share with your child are already building the foundations for literacy. Discover simple, practical ways to nurture early years confidence with words, letters and sounds with no special resources needed.

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