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Ducklings Monkston Park Community Centre, Milton Keynes. Registered for 18 months through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Monkston Park Site Number: 07470 637622 Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Sam Address: Monkston Park Community Centre, 10 Pimlico Court, Monkston Park, Milton Keynes, MK10 9PN (Next door to the co-op shop, our entrance is on the car park side of the building) Email: ducklingsmonkstonpark@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Monkston Park operates Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 2:45pm . The site is registered for 40 children with an age range of 2 years of age through to 5 years. We are excited to announce that Ducklings Preschool Monkston Park has had another wonderful makeover this summer. A grand total of £22,000 has been spent on the garden to replace all the patio, remove the 3 trees, levelling off the ground, install new drainage and, of course, install good quality artificial grass. This makeover will provide the children with a much better environment to explore in all weather. It will also make the garden much more accessible to wheelchair users! Check out photos of this makeover below! Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial 1/11 Our Team Sam Mandy Katie Tehmina Akshaya Manager & Designated Safeguarding lead* * During our out-of-hours, Ducklings designated safeguarding overall lead, Kirsty, can be contacted at ducklingsmcr@gmail.com or 0161 653 0124 . Click here to book a visit today!

Ducklings Blackley, Rochdale Road, Manchester. Registered for infants to 5 years, flexible and funded hours, open all year round. Monday to Friday. Ducklings Preschool and Nursery, Manchester, Rochdale Road, Blackley. 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Blackley, Manchester Site Phone: 0161 202 3360 Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Stacey Address: 1027 Rochdale Road. Blackley, Manchester, M9 8AJ Email: ducklingsblackley@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story An Early Years Celebration 2025 Award Winner provided by the Manchester City Council! We provide care and education for children aged from infant to 5 years. We also offer flexible hours, government-funded sessions, and paid sessions provided by highly qualified staff. We're open all year round , and we offer breakfast clubs, after-school clubs, and summer camps! Our core hours of operation are from 9 am to 3 pm . We offer breakfast clubs from 8 am to 9 am, and our afterschool club runs from 3 pm-5 pm. For parents that require further extended days, we offer wrap-around care from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm. We're proud to announced we have recently been awarded Good by Ofsted! Interested in joining? Give us a call today! Memories made so far at Ducklings Our Classrooms Our Baby Room Ducklings Blackley Preschool and Nursery baby room Our Baby Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Blackley Baby Room - Ducklings Preschool Our Baby Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Blackley Baby Room - Ducklings Preschool Our Baby Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Ducklings Blackley Preschool and Nursery baby room Our Baby Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. 1/4 Our Toddler/Preschool Room Blackley Toddler Room - Ducklings Preschool Our Preschool Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Ducklings Blackley Preschool Room Our Preschool Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Blackley Toddler Room - Ducklings Preschool Our Preschool Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Blackley Toddler Room - Ducklings Preschool Our Preschool Room based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. 1/12 Our Gardens Blackley Back Garden Ducklings Preschool and Nursery Blackley Manchester Our Outdoor Classroom areas based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Blackley Back Garden Our Outdoor Classroom areas based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Blackley Front Garden Our Outdoor Classroom areas based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. Blackley Back Garden Ducklings Preschool and Nursery Blackley Manchester Our Outdoor Classroom areas based inside Ducklings Preschool and Nursery in Blackley, Manchester. 1/19 Click here to book a visit today! Blackley Testimonial Blackley Testimonial Blackley Testimonial Blackley Testimonial 1/14 Our Team Stacey M. Stacey G. Victoria Leanne Jackie Stacey M. Katie Stephanie Abby Manager & Designated Safeguarding lead* * During our out-of-hours, Ducklings designated safeguarding overall lead, Kirsty, can be contacted at ducklingsmcr@gmail.com or 0161 653 0124 . Deputy

Ducklings Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes. Registered for 18 months through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Shenley Brook End Site Number: 07833 764919 Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Gina Address: Garthwaite Pavilion, Garthwaite Crescent, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7AX Email: ducklingsshenley@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Shenley Brook End operates Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm. The site is registered for 40 children with an age range of 2 years of age through to 5 years. If there are any celebrations or festivals that you would like us to celebrate please let us know as we would love to take part, please reply using our 'Contact Us' form above. Our Team Gina Tim Wanda Jade Idil Manager & Designated Safeguarding lead* * During our out-of-hours, Ducklings designated safeguarding overall lead, Kirsty, can be contacted at ducklingsmcr@gmail.com or 0161 653 0124 . Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials 1/12

Ducklings Preschool and Nursery is a family-owned & run childcare, providing outstanding services in Milton Keynes and Manchester for 20 years'. Aged 0-5 Years welcome, 30 hours Government funded sessions - childcare tax free. Book a visit today easily online. Central Milton Keynes Oldbrook , Bow Brickhill , Emerson Valley , Monkston Park , Monkston St Barts , Monkston , Shenley Brook End , Tattenhoe Park , Westcroft , Furzton , Blackley Middleton Manchester Childcare preschool nursery Welcome to Ducklings Preschool and Nursery - MK Inspiring School Award Winner - Founded in 2000, Ducklings Preschool is extremely proud to operate across Milton Keynes and Manchester. We strive to create an outstanding, loving, caring atmosphere in a safe and friendly environment. If you're looking for a space at one of our settings, please call us at 07476 079904 or contact us here. Limited spaces are available, so contact us today! Book a visit here Our Locations Staff Resources Class Dojo Login Contact Us Here Our Term Dates Parent Resources Our Pricing & Funding Guide Need help finding something? search for it here What Our Parents Think I couldn't have chosen a better Preschool for our children. The staff are very warm and caring , there's plenty of play, creative activity and encouragement and my children have loved every minute Melissa Congratulations to Katie for passing her Level 3! What Our Staff Think With Bekki's support I am learning on the job and this (SEND Level 3) course has given me confidence in my practice. Thank you John,Debbie,Bekki. When opportunities are provided internally it make you push yourself and achieve your goals . Thank you all. Shivani Request further information today! Do you wish to learn a little more about Ducklings? Fill in your details below, OR give us a call - we're here to help! Contact Form I agree to the terms & conditions Submit Your form was submitted correctly, Thank you. We'll be in touch shortly Ducklings Head Office General Enquiries 07476 079904 ducklingsmarketing@gmail.com Admissions Enquiries 07828 807290 ducklingspreschool@hotmail.com

Ducklings Oldbrook, Oldbrook Boulevard, Milton Keynes. Registered for 2 years through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Oldbrook Site Number: 07470 637616 Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Toni Address: Oldbrook Centre, Oldbrook Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK6 2QA Email: ducklingsoldbrook@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Oldbrook operates Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 2:45 pm. The site is registered for 40 children with an age range of 2 years of age through to 5 years. Our Team Toni Kellie Jo Jade * During our out-of-hours, Ducklings designated safeguarding overall lead, Kirsty, can be contacted at ducklingsmcr@gmail.com or 0161 653 0124 . Manager & Designated Safeguarding lead* Oldbrook Testimonial Oldbrook Testimonial Oldbrook Testimonial Oldbrook Testimonial 1/13

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Search Results All (287) Main Pages (57) Blog Posts (196) Forum Posts (34) 287 items found for "" Main Pages (57) Accessibility Statement | Ducklings Preschool and Nursery Ducklings Limited (Ducklings preschool and nursery) is committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of circumstance and ability. We aim to adhere as closely as possible to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.0, Level AA), published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines explain how to make Web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines will help make the web more user friendly to everyone. Whilst Ducklings strive to adhere to the guidelines and standards for accessibility, it is not always possible to do so in all areas of the website and we are currently working to achieve this. Be aware that due to the dynamic nature of the website, minor issues may occasionally occur as it is updated regularly. We are continually seeking out solutions that will bring all areas of the site up to the same level of overall web accessibility. ​ If you have any comments and or suggestions relating to improving the accessibility of our site, please don't hesitate to contact our website coordinator Charlotte Walters by email at charlottew0115@gmail.com . Your feedback will help us make improvements. Contact Us Fullscreen Page |Ducklings Preschool Welcome | Ducklings Preschool and Nursery Welcome to Ducklings! Download and print off this A4 booklet by clicking on the PDF below View All Blog Posts (196) Art Projects for Preschoolers: Encouraging Creativity in Early Education Art is a powerful tool in early childhood education, offering a way for preschoolers to express themselves, explore their imagination, and develop essential skills. Through creative activities, children learn more than just how to make pretty pictures—they gain confidence, enhance their fine motor skills, and begin to understand the world around them in new ways. Here are some simple and engaging art projects that encourage creativity in preschoolers, making learning fun and expressive. 1. Finger Painting Fun Finger painting is a classic and beloved activity for preschoolers. It allows children to explore colours, textures, and shapes using their hands as tools. This type of painting encourages sensory exploration and fine motor skills as children experiment with mixing colours and creating patterns. Lay out large sheets of paper, provide non-toxic washable paints, and let your child dive in. There are no rules—just the joy of discovery. 2. Collage Creations Collages are a fantastic way to encourage creativity while helping children develop their fine motor skills. Provide your child with a variety of materials like coloured paper, magazine cutouts, fabric scraps, and natural items like leaves or flowers. Let them use glue to arrange these materials on a sheet of paper in any design they choose. This activity encourages decision-making, pattern recognition, and spatial awareness. 3. Paper Plate Animals Turn simple paper plates into adorable animals with the help of some paint, markers, and construction paper. Whether it’s a lion with a mane made of cut-out paper strips or a fish with colourful scales, this project allows children to explore different textures and materials while creating something fun and personal. It’s also a great way to introduce children to the world of animals and nature. 4. Sponge Stamping Sponge stamping is an easy and fun way for preschoolers to create art. Cut sponges into various shapes (like stars, hearts, or circles), dip them in paint, and let your child stamp them onto paper. This activity helps children understand patterns and repetition while also allowing them to experiment with colour and design. It’s a simple yet effective way to teach early concepts of printmaking. 5. Nature Art Take your child on a nature walk to collect leaves, sticks, flowers, and rocks, then use these items to create beautiful nature-inspired art. You can arrange leaves into patterns on paper, paint rocks, or even use sticks to build small sculptures. This project connects children to the natural world, fosters creativity, and encourages them to see beauty in everyday objects. 6. Storytelling with Drawings Encourage your child to create a story through drawings. Provide them with a sequence of blank pages and ask them to draw scenes that tell a simple story. It could be about a day at the park, a magical creature, or anything their imagination comes up with. This activity not only promotes creativity but also helps develop narrative skills, language development, and the ability to sequence events. 7. Clay Modelling Working with clay is an excellent way for preschoolers to develop their fine motor skills and explore three-dimensional art. Provide some soft, child-safe clay and let them shape it into animals, shapes, or whatever their imagination leads them to create. This tactile experience enhances hand-eye coordination and allows children to think creatively about form and structure. 8. DIY Musical Instruments Art doesn’t have to be just visual—it can be auditory too! Help your child create simple musical instruments like tambourines from paper plates, shakers from filled bottles, or drums from old containers. Once the instruments are made, have a fun jam session where your child can explore rhythm, sound, and music. This project combines art with music, providing a holistic creative experience. 9. Painting with Nature Brushes Instead of using traditional paintbrushes, try making brushes out of natural materials like leaves, grass, or flowers. Dip these “brushes” into paint and let your child experiment with the different textures and patterns they create on paper. This activity introduces children to unconventional tools, encourages experimentation, and helps them see the natural world in a new and creative light. 10. Seasonal Crafts Incorporate the changing seasons into your art projects. In autumn, create leaf rubbings or paint pumpkins; in winter, make paper snowflakes or decorate pinecones. Seasonal crafts not only allow children to explore new materials and themes but also help them learn about the world around them and the changes that come with different times of the year. Art projects are more than just a way to keep preschoolers busy—they’re a vital part of early education that helps children develop important skills and express themselves creatively. By encouraging your child to engage in various art activities, you’re helping them explore their imagination, build confidence, and develop a love for creating. Remember, the goal is not perfection but the joy of discovery and expression. The Importance of Outdoor Play in Preschool Development In today’s digital age, where screens often dominate a child’s attention, the value of outdoor play has never been more important. For preschoolers, outdoor play isn’t just about burning off energy—it’s a vital part of their overall development. From physical growth to cognitive and social skills, the benefits of spending time outside are immense. Here’s why outdoor play is so crucial in early childhood development and how it can positively impact your child. Physical Development and Health Outdoor play is one of the best ways to ensure that preschoolers get the physical activity they need for healthy growth. Running, jumping, climbing, and exploring the outdoors help build strong muscles and bones, enhance coordination, and improve overall fitness. Regular physical activity in natural settings also helps in maintaining a healthy weight, boosting the immune system, and reducing the risk of childhood obesity. Enhancing Motor Skills Outdoor environments provide the perfect setting for preschoolers to develop both gross and fine motor skills. Whether it’s balancing on a log, throwing a ball, or digging in the dirt, these activities help children refine their motor skills in ways that indoor play often can’t match. The varied terrain and natural obstacles found outside encourage children to use different muscles and movements, leading to better physical coordination and agility. Fostering Creativity and Imagination The outdoors is a limitless playground for a child’s imagination. Unlike structured indoor activities, outdoor play allows children to create their own games, explore new ideas, and use natural elements like sticks, leaves, and rocks in imaginative ways. Whether they’re pretending to be explorers, building a fort, or searching for “treasure,” outdoor play stimulates creativity and helps children think outside the box. Promoting Social Skills and Cooperation Outdoor play often involves interacting with other children, which is essential for developing social skills. Games that require teamwork, such as tag, hide-and-seek, or building a sandcastle together, teach preschoolers about cooperation, sharing, and negotiation. They learn to communicate, solve conflicts, and work together towards a common goal. These experiences are crucial for building the social and emotional skills they’ll need throughout their lives. Encouraging Independence and Confidence When children play outside, they have the opportunity to take risks, make decisions, and solve problems on their own. Whether it’s figuring out how to climb a tree or deciding the best way to build a bridge across a stream, these experiences help children develop independence and confidence. They learn that they can overcome challenges and succeed on their own, which is an important part of building self-esteem. Connecting with Nature Spending time outdoors allows children to connect with nature, fostering a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world. Observing insects, watching birds, or collecting leaves can spark curiosity and teach children about the environment and the importance of taking care of it. This connection to nature can also promote mental well-being, providing a sense of calm and reducing stress. Boosting Cognitive Development Outdoor play isn’t just good for the body—it’s great for the brain too. Activities that involve problem-solving, exploration, and discovery stimulate cognitive development. Simple games like counting rocks, identifying different plants, or following a trail help preschoolers develop critical thinking and observational skills. The outdoor environment offers endless learning opportunities, making it a rich educational resource. Improving Focus and Attention Research shows that spending time outdoors can improve a child’s focus and attention span. Nature provides a refreshing break from the overstimulation often found in indoor settings, allowing children to reset and recharge. After playing outside, children often return to indoor activities with improved concentration and a better ability to focus on tasks. Emotional Well-being Outdoor play has been linked to better emotional health in children. The freedom to run, shout, and express themselves in an open environment helps release pent-up energy and emotions. Natural settings also have a calming effect, reducing feelings of anxiety and stress. Additionally, the sense of accomplishment that comes from mastering a new physical skill or overcoming a challenge outdoors can boost a child’s mood and self-esteem. Outdoor play is an essential part of preschool development, offering benefits that extend far beyond physical fitness . From boosting cognitive skills to fostering creativity and social interaction, the outdoors provides a rich, stimulating environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Encouraging your child to spend more time outside not only supports their development but also instils a love for nature that can last a lifetime. Incorporating STEM into Early Childhood Education: Simple Projects to Try STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education might sound like something reserved for older students, but it's never too early to start nurturing a child's curiosity in these areas. Introducing STEM concepts in early childhood lays a strong foundation for critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. The best part? You can easily incorporate STEM into your child's everyday activities through simple, fun projects. Here are some ideas to get you started. 1. Sink or Float Experiment This classic experiment is a great way to introduce your child to basic scientific concepts like buoyancy and density. Gather various household items (like a spoon, a toy, a leaf, and a small plastic cup), fill a basin with water, and have your child predict whether each item will sink or float. After testing each item, discuss why some objects float while others sink. This activity encourages observation, prediction, and reasoning—key scientific skills. 2. Building a Marble Run Using materials like cardboard tubes, tape, and small boxes, you and your child can create a simple marble run. This project introduces basic engineering concepts as your child designs and builds the run, adjusting it to make sure the marble moves smoothly from start to finish. You can also discuss gravity and motion as the marble travels through the run. It's a hands-on way to explore cause and effect, spatial awareness, and problem-solving. 3. Nature Walk and Classification Take a nature walk with your child and collect different types of leaves, flowers, rocks, or other natural items. Once home, help your child sort and classify the items based on characteristics like size, colour, or shape. This activity introduces early math skills like sorting and categorisation, and it can also spark discussions about biology and the natural world. 4. Creating a Simple Circuit This step will require some preparation (ordering a circuit set online). Introduce your child to the basics of electricity by creating a simple circuit. Using a battery, a small light bulb, and some wire, show your child how to connect the components to light the bulb. Explain how the electricity flows through the circuit to power the bulb. This project is an exciting way to explore basic principles of electricity and circuitry, fostering curiosity about how things work. 5. Building Structures with Everyday Materials Challenge your child to build a tall tower or a sturdy bridge using materials like wooden blocks, straws, or even spaghetti and marshmallows. This activity introduces basic engineering concepts like stability and balance. It also encourages problem-solving as your child experiments with different designs to make their structure stronger or taller. Discuss why certain shapes and designs work better than others, introducing concepts of geometry and physics. 6. Baking Soda and Vinegar Volcano Create a small "volcano" using a plastic bottle or a cup, and place it in a mound of dirt or clay. Help your child mix baking soda and vinegar to create a bubbling reaction that "erupts" from the volcano. This project is a fun way to introduce basic chemistry concepts like chemical reactions. It also sparks curiosity about the natural world, encouraging discussions about real volcanoes and how they work. 7. Shadow Play and Light Exploration Explore the concepts of light and shadows with a simple flashlight and some objects. Set up a light source in a dark room and let your child experiment with casting shadows on the wall using their hands or small toys. Discuss how the position of the light source changes the size and shape of the shadows. This activity introduces basic physics concepts and encourages creative thinking as your child creates different shadow shapes and scenes. 8. Making Patterns with Beads or Blocks Use beads, blocks, or even coloured paper to create repeating patterns with your child. Start with simple patterns like red-blue-red-blue and gradually increase the complexity. This activity introduces early math concepts like sequencing and patterns, which are foundational for understanding more advanced mathematical ideas later on. 9. Exploring Magnets Gather a variety of small objects, some magnetic and some not, and let your child experiment with a magnet to see which items it attracts. Discuss why certain items are attracted to the magnet while others aren’t, introducing basic concepts of magnetism. This hands-on activity fosters curiosity and encourages children to ask questions about the world around them. 10. Counting and Measuring in the Kitchen Cooking together provides countless opportunities to explore STEM concepts. Let your child help measure ingredients, count the number of spoonfuls, or observe how heat changes the food. These activities introduce basic math concepts like counting and measuring, as well as scientific ideas like changes in states of matter when cooking. Our Final Thoughts Incorporating STEM into early childhood education doesn’t require fancy equipment or complex concepts. By engaging in simple, everyday projects, you can foster a love for exploration and learning in your child. These activities not only introduce STEM concepts in a fun and approachable way but also help develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity—skills that will benefit your child throughout their life. View All Forum Posts (34) FACEBOOK POSTS In Marketing Materials · 16 July 2024 Here you can find various Facebook appropriate posts - either generic for all sites, or for specifics! If you need anything making up please contact myself my emailing ducklingsmarketing@gmail.com 0 12 5 POSTERS In Marketing Materials · 16 July 2024 Please find attached posters to use for any Ducklings setting! 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