How sensory play helps development
													Sensory play is encouraged from birth and all through the early years to support a child’s sensory development. Don’t worry if it’s something you’ve never tried, it’s never too late to introduce sensory play activities.
												
							
								
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						Communication and language activities for early years
													Research suggests that the most important stages of a child’s development is from birth up to 3 years old. Every interaction your little one has in their early years, whether that be in nursery or at home, is teaching them more and more about how to communicate with the world around them.
												
							
								
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						A beginner’s guide to weaning
													At around six months, your baby will be ready for their first taste of solid food. Most parents have lots of questions about this important milestone, so our weaning guide for beginners provides you with useful tips and advice to help you get started on your baby’s weaning journey.
												
							
								
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						Why nursery rhymes are good for babies
													Nursery rhymes are part and parcel of a young child’s life. And as well as being a lovely way to interact with your baby or toddler, they can actually play a big part in supporting their development! Let’s take a look at some of the benefits of nursery rhymes, how we use them at our nursery, a…												
							
								
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						Why developmental movement is so important?
													Developmental movement refers to the way we move in the first years of our lives; the movement that helps us develop – everything from a new-born baby’s reflexive movement of hands and feet, through to a toddler learning to kick a ball and climb a climbing frame and children developing the ski…												
							
								
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						What is sensory development in early childhood?
													From the moment your child is born, he or she is constantly using all five senses to explore and make sense of their surroundings. Sensory development enhances the use of your child’s senses by incorporating different colours, textures, noises and more into their early education. This holistic l…												
							
								
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						What is early childhood education?
													The early years, under five years old, are the most crucial years for children. It’s when they learn most rapidly and where their learning and experiences forms the person that they are and will grow into being. Early childhood education is so much more than just attending nursery or pre-school….												
							
								
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						The benefits of science in the early years
													Children are naturally drawn to the things that make them curious about the world around them. Channelling this curiosity and encouraging them to develop through science can make for some great learning activities. 
Read on to learn about some of the benefits of different early years scienc…												
							
								
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						Diversity in Partou nurseries
													Throughout June, Partou nurseries celebrate Pride Month by teaching children about the different types of families and the importance of having kindness and respect for all. 
Forming just part of our wider commitment, the activities we undertake symbolise the values of inclusion, diversity …												
							
								
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