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Sing, dance, and explore rhythm with activities that build coordination, confidence, and a love of music. Music & Movement Our related blog articles on Music & Movement can be read by clicking on the titles below; The benefits of music and movement in preschool education Mindfulness and Meditation for Preschoolers: Cultivating Calm Early Childhood Exercise Disability and Sport: Activities for disabled and autistic children How does music affect a child's brain development The importance of Music for Children in their Early Years The Importance of Introducing sports to your child for a young age Eliminating Boredom 101: A parenting know-how Developing social skills in preschool: Games and Activities Engaging Activities for Children with Autism 10 Fun and Educational Activities for Toddlers at Home Unleash the Fun: Preschool Activities for National Week of Play The best instruments for children to start learning & how to stay motivated 20 Creative indoor at-home activities for your children: Perfect for winter Ways to appeal to your child's unique imagination Outdoor Play Benefits: Enhancing Child Development Activity: Fill in the letter Worksheet Learning can still be fun! So let's continue reading at home, with these activity worksheets: The missing letter activity, tracing letter activity, and label the body part activity. Activity: Alphabet Colouring in sheets Become more familiar with the alphabet by downloading and colouring these letter sheets and identifying the items around them. Video reading of: We're going on a bear hunt! Come listen to Mr Tim read We're going on a bear hunt by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury while sitting at the beautiful Shenley's allotment! Click here Video reading of: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Come listen to Miss Tasha read The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle! Click here Video reading of: The Three Little Pigs Come listen to the lovely Wendy read The Three Little Pigs by Mara Alperin while sitting at the Shenley allotment! Click here Video reading of: Goldilocks and the Three Bears Listen to Miss Lisa read Goldilocks and the Three Bears by Mara Alperin and Kate Daubery! Click here Video reading of: Kipper and the Blue Balloon Come listen to Ali Duck read Kipper and the Blue Balloon by Mike Inkpen! Click here Video reading of: The Gruffalo Come listen to Miss Steph read The Gruffalo by Eric Carle! Click here Video reading of: The Gruffalo's Child Come listen to Miss Steph read The Gruffalo's Child by Eric Carle! Click here Video reading of : Little Rabbit Foo Foo Come listen to Ali Duck read Little Rabbit Foo Foo! Click here Story Book - Penny the Penguin Joana Ribokaite, a freelance writer for Ducklings, was written a fantastic story 'Penny the Penguin'. Read the story by clicking here. Story Book - Timmy the Turtle Joana Ribokaite, a freelance writer for Ducklings, tells the story of Timmy the Turtle! Read the story by clicking here. Story Book - Bailey the Bumblebee Joana Ribokaite, a freelance writer for Ducklings, tells the story of Bailey the Bumblebee! What's Bailey getting so Buzzed about? Read the story by clicking here. Article: 10 Reasons Why Reading Is Important for Children Fantastic article by Annabelle Short, please find it here: https://www.imagineforest.com/blog/10-reasons-reading-important-kids/ Article: Easy ways to encourage your child's love of reading Fantastic article written by Charlotte Walters on our Blog, about the importance of reading, and how to encourage your child to love reading more at home, please find it here. Article: Characteristics of children who struggle with reading This article is located on our blog, please find it here. The article lists red flags and indicators to look out for when watching your child read, and discusses how to get help if you believe your child is struggling with reading.

Support emotional development with mindfulness exercises, yoga, and calm-down activities suitable for preschoolers. Wellbeing & Mindfulness Our related blog articles on Wellbeing & Mindfulness can be read by clicking on the titles below; Parental Anxiety, what is it? Worried about your child's wellbeing? Your Child's Wellbeing - How to handle Stress Does Your Child Have Problems Sleeping at Night? Mindfulness and Meditation for Preschoolers: Cultivating Calm Navigating Mental Struggles: What Parents Should Do if They Feel Suicidal or in Distress How to Help Your Child Prepare for a New Sibling Safer Sleep Poster for Early Years Ensuring Car Safety for Preschoolers Toilet Training Information Teeth Brushing Help and Free Resources for Home Every Mind Matters - Mental Health How to Create a Sensory-Friendly Classroom Engaging Activities for Children with Autism Taking a Well-Deserved Mental Health Break As A Parent Disability and Sports: Activities for disabled and SEN children Outdoor Play Benefits: Enhancing Child Development Healthy Bites: Nutrition Tips for Preschool Snack Time Limiting Screen Time: Promoting Healthy Tech Use in Kids Social Play for Toddlers: The Benefits of Playdates How to keep your baby safe in the sun These and hundreds more blog articles can be found simply by clicking here! Activity: Fill in the letter Worksheet Learning can still be fun! So let's continue reading at home, with these activity worksheets: The missing letter activity, tracing letter activity, and label the body part activity. Activity: Alphabet Colouring in sheets Become more familiar with the alphabet by downloading and colouring these letter sheets and identifying the items around them. Video reading of: We're going on a bear hunt! Come listen to Mr Tim read We're going on a bear hunt by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury while sitting at the beautiful Shenley's allotment! Click here

Here you'll find an explanation and breakdown of the latest EYFS reform, and what it means for our curriculum at Ducklings Preschool. EYFS Reform Information What is the EYFS? The EYFS is the statutory Early Years curriculum. This is mandatory for all schools, settings and childminders to follow from birth up to the end of the reception. The EYFS sets out our legal obligations regarding things like adult-child ratios, suitable people, safeguarding and welfare, staff qualifications, and learning and development. More information about our specific curriculum can be found by clicking here . How are the Educational Programmes in EYFS broken down? These are divided into 7 areas of learning. The ‘Prime’ areas form the basis for all learning, and the ‘Specific’ areas build on those skills and broaden children’s understanding, experiences and knowledge. In the nursery, we always focus on the Prime areas in the first instance as they really do form the foundation for everything else. The 'Prime Areas' include 1. Personal, Social, Emotional Development 2. Communication and Language 3. Physical Development The 'Specific Areas' include 1. Literacy 2. Mathematics 3. Understanding the World 4. Expressive Arts and Design Early years foundation stage (EYFS) statutory framework For additional information regarding EYFS, please use the Government website https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/early-years-foundation-stage-framework--2

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Order your child's Ducklings Preschool and Nursery uniform here easily - including polo shirts, jumpers, summer hats, bookbags, and draw string bags. Uniform Orders Order your child's uniform here! Although uniform is NOT required at Ducklings, lots of our parents prefer sending their child to nursery and preschool in uniform as: it helps save their other clothes from getting stained, provides a sense of belonging and pride, and helps get little ones ready for primary school (where uniform is required). To order yours, simply print out the attached uniform order sheet, tick the items you would like to order, and hand it to your school manager! Items you can order! Navy Jumper £13 Navy Jumper £13 Red Jumper £13 Red Jumper £13 Navy Polo £11 Navy Polo £11 Red Polo £11 Red Polo £11 Red Summer cap £6 Red Summer cap £6 Blue Book Bag £7 Blue Book Bag £7 Blue Draw String Bag £6 Blue Draw String Bag £6 Click here to print off our uniform order form!

Encourage curiosity with hands-on STEM experiments, building challenges, and discovery activities for preschoolers. STEM & Exploration Encourage curiosity with hands-on STEM experiments, building challenges, and discovery activities for preschoolers. Our related blog articles on STEM & exploration can be read by clicking on the titles below; Exploring STEM in Preschool: Hands-On Science and Math Activities Incorporating STEM into Early Childhood Education 10 Things to Do with your children around Greater Manchester 20 Creative Indoor at-home activities: Perfect for Winter Top 10 Hands-On Activities for Preschoolers to Boost Learning The Building Blocks of Creativity: The Benefits of LEGO for Children Creating a Home Learning Environment for Preschoolers: Expert Advice How does music affect a child's brain development At Home Experiments & Investigations Worksheets & Printables STEM Challenges & Design Tasks Exploration & Nature Science British Science Week STEM Experiments Click here to load up ALL 8 British Science Week experiments you can try. Tunnel Engineers experiment. Preschoolers will investigate different materials and tools for building and constructing their own tunnel. Slippery slopes experiment. Preschoolers will investigate and compare how different liquids move down surfaces at different speeds.

Here at Ducklings Preschool and Nursery, we're here to help however we can. If you have any questions, please get in touch here. Contact us & Book your visit here! Your Name Your Child's Name Email Phone Number Child's Date of Birth (Date/Month/Year) How can we help? Which Ducklings location are you enquiring about? * Bradwell Village Bow Brickhill Emerson Valley Furzton Monkston Park Monkston St. Barts Oldbrook Shenley Brook End Shenley Lodge Tattenhoe Park Westcroft Blackley - Manchester Middleton - Manchester I agree to the terms & conditions Thanks for submitting, we will be in touch shortly! Submit

Discover free, fun reading resources for children to use at home with Ducklings Preschool. Enjoy storytime videos, printable activities, and phonics games to help your child fall in love with reading. Reading & Literacy Reading can be fun! So to help, on this page you'll find storytime videos, book reviews, articles, blog posts, and more regarding reading! Our related blog articles on reading can be read by clicking on the titles below; The Role of Storytime in Language Development for Preschoolers Unlocking the Power of Words: How to Foster Language Development Language Development Support at Ducklings Why Storytelling is so Important for Your Child's Imagination Bedtime Story Recommendations Bedtime stories are a must-have night routine, here's why Ways to appeal to your child's unique imagination 10 Books Every Child Must Read - The Importance of Storytelling Deaf Awareness Week 5 Ways to Celebrate Poetry Reading Day Characteristics of Children who struggle with reading Easy ways to encourage your child's love of reading How to Apply for a Blue Peter Book Badge Animal-Themed Activity Book Whizzpopping Fun: 8 Creative Ways to Celebrate Roald Dahl Day World Book Day Activities Summer Activities Booklet Activity: Fill in the letter Worksheet Learning can still be fun! So let's continue reading at home, with these activity worksheets: The missing letter activity, tracing letter activity, and label the body part activity. Activity: Alphabet Colouring in sheets Become more familiar with the alphabet by downloading and colouring these letter sheets and identifying the items around them. Activity: Sound Hunt Whether you stay home, walk in the park, walk up your street, or anywhere. This activity encourages active listening to the sounds of the environment! Click here to download our sound hunt worksheets. Activity: At Home Literacy Challenge Challenge your preschoolers' knowledge through this at-home literacy challenge. Simply ask them to go around the house and find 3 things starting with a letter, for example, "Find 3 things starting with B". Video reading of: We're going on a bear hunt! Come listen to Mr Tim read We're going on a bear hunt by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury while sitting at the beautiful Shenley's allotment! Click here Video reading of: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Come listen to Miss Tasha read The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle! Click here Video reading of: The Three Little Pigs Come listen to the lovely Wendy read The Three Little Pigs by Mara Alperin while sitting at the Shenley allotment! Click here Video reading of: Goldilocks and the Three Bears Listen to Miss Lisa read Goldilocks and the Three Bears by Mara Alperin and Kate Daubery! Click here Video reading of: Kipper and the Blue Balloon Come listen to Ali Duck read Kipper and the Blue Balloon by Mike Inkpen! Click here Video reading of: The Gruffalo Come listen to Miss Steph read The Gruffalo by Eric Carle! Click here Video reading of: The Gruffalo's Child Come listen to Miss Steph read The Gruffalo's Child by Eric Carle! Click here Video reading of : Little Rabbit Foo Foo Come listen to Ali Duck read Little Rabbit Foo Foo! Click here Story Book - Penny the Penguin Joana Ribokaite, a freelance writer for Ducklings, was written a fantastic story 'Penny the Penguin'. Read the story by clicking here. Story Book - Timmy the Turtle Joana Ribokaite, a freelance writer for Ducklings, tells the story of Timmy the Turtle! Read the story by clicking here. Story Book - Bailey the Bumblebee Joana Ribokaite, a freelance writer for Ducklings, tells the story of Bailey the Bumblebee! What's Bailey getting so Buzzed about? Read the story by clicking here. Article: 10 Reasons Why Reading Is Important for Children Fantastic article by Annabelle Short, please find it here: https://www.imagineforest.com/blog/10-reasons-reading-important-kids/

Here you'll find out accessibility statement for our website. 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

Our collection of activities and ideas to do at home! Allow your toddlers and children to get creative at home with Play-doh recipes, colour and shape flashcards, colour in sheets, DIY art projects to do at home, and much much more. Art & Creativity Art is a huge factor within the Ducklings environment. Painting with young children helps with their creative development whilst stimulating their brains. Children are exposed to various creative opportunities within their messy play and art areas, to allow free expression and to develop their creativity! Our related blog articles on Art & Creativity can be read by clicking on the titles below; Box Clever - Things you can do with an empty shoebox Ways to appeal to your child's unique imagination How sketching and colouring can help with child development How to learn and explore shapes at home Flourish in Folding: The benefits of origami for preschoolers How art helps your child express themselves 8 Fun crafts to do this Autumn 8 at-home activities that are great for replacing screen time Fun and easy artwork ideas for preschoolers Art projects for preschoolers Homemade Play-Doh recipe Fancy playing with play-doh but don't have any at home? Make your own easily! Just mix together these ingredients, and play! Simple as that. flour (1 cup) salt (1/2 cup) cream of tartar (2 tsp) vegetable oil (1 tbsp) water (1 cup) food colouring (whatever colours you'd like) Shaving cream and paint messy art All that's needed for this is a large tray/bowl, shaving cream, and paint! Fill the tray up with the cream, add dots of paint, and let your child explore how colours to mix, while making art and having amazing fun! Paint a plant pot and plant some seeds in it All you need is a plain plant pot and paint, and let your creativity take over! For more gardening themed ideas to do at home click here. Make a nature art collage Whether it collecting pieces while going for a walk, or simply exploring your back garden. This activity combines nature with art, and children love it! Feel free to also incorporate paint into the collage, to make it even more fun. Build some Jellyfish, and learn about marine life Build these fun jellyfish and spend the day learning and discovering marine life! All you need are paper plates, yarn and coloured string, paint, and scissors. For more instructions Click here . Task: Art Flashcards - Colours and Shapes Learning doesn't just happen at school, why not print off these flashcards and use them at home to further learn about cooking and food! Download them here. Task: Colouring Worksheet Activities Fancy doing some colouring or painting, but not sure what? Print off these worksheets and have fun! Make sure to keep an eye out for new ones too. Download the "Quack, quack" and the "Hello, Spring!" worksheets here. Activity: DIY Raincloud Suncatcher Say goodbye to the rain and roll on the summer with this fun activity! Make a rain cloud suncatcher at home this week. All that’s needed are a few supplies, and you’ve got a creative activity to say goodbye to the rainy clouds. Not only is this activity fun and requires few suppliers, but it also improves their fine motor skills! For a video explaining how to make this at home click here.

Make learning tasty! Discover simple, safe cooking activities and fun food-based games to develop skills and confidence at home. Cooking and Food Fun Our related blog articles on cooking and food fun can be read by clicking on the titles below; Autism: An Introduction to the Kitchen Early Years in the Kitchen: 5 Tips on Nurturing Your Budding Chef 8 Easy Ways to Sneak Vegetables Into Children's Food Cooking with Children - A better bolognaise Changing Your Child's Fussy Eating Habits Easy Ways to Get Your Kids Interested in Cooking Child Food Safety Healthy Lunchbox Recipes Unique Healthy Recipes for Preschoolers to try! Child Nutrition in the Early Years Cosy and Child-Friendly Winter Food Recipes for the Whole Family Why Children Should Bake at Home for Developmental Benefits How D'Ya like your eggs in the morning Nutrition for Preschoolers: Fun and Healthy Snack Ideas Cbeebies Easy Cooking with Kids Recipe Looking for some more recipe ideas? Look no further! Cbeebies provides amazing recipes, for all age ranges, so check this out and try some at home. Printable: Food Flashcards Learning doesn't just happen at school, why not print off these flashcards and use them at home to further learn about cooking and food! Download them here. Sensory Food Exploration - Taste Tray Provide taste, touch, smell, and colour experiences with safe raw ingredients using a taste tray! You can use anything you have, including a muffin oven tray. Make sure that whilst your preschooler is sampling foods, you are encouraging descriptive language (soft, crunchy, juicy, smooth, etc.). Some taste test ideas could include; crackers, cheese, sliced ham, pickles, olives, melon, carrots, celery, apple, raisins, popcorn, cottage cheese, marshmallows, raw peppers etc. Sensory Food Exploration - Smelling Jars Smelling Jars are a great sensory tool that allows preschoolers to identify and compare different scents, learning to discriminate between them. It also improved memory, focus, builds cognitive association and promotes independent learning. We would recommend using strong scents ( essential oils on cotton wool, kitchen spices, citrus fruits, vanilla extract, but the options are endless!). To expand on this activity, ask your child to play a matching game! Print off photos of the items you select, and see if they can identify the hidden scent to the correct photo.

Ducklings has provided outstanding childcare services for more than 20 years across Buckinghamshire, Milton Keynes, Greater Manchester and Manchester. 30 hour government funded sessions Tax free childcare sessions Preschool and nursery near you Our Locations Bow Brickhill Monkston St. Barts Monkston Park Emerson Valley Milton Keynes Tattenhoe Park Shenley Brook End Oldbrook Westcroft Manchester Blackley - Manchester Middleton - Manchester Furzton Bradwell Village Shenley Lodge

Welcome to Ducklings Furzton located inside the South Furzton Meeting Place in Milton Keynes. Accepting funded and paid sessions , children 18 months to 5 years old , term time , spaces available. Local childcare local preschool near me Furzton. Furzton Lake, Emerson Valley, Knowlhill, The Bowl, Coffee Hall, Netherfield, Peartree Bridge, Milton Keynes Preschool , Fishermead, Oldbrook, Springfield, Winterhill, Loughton, Shenley Wood, Shenley Brook End Furzton Site Manager: Sonia Site Number: 07442 324547 Head Office: 07476 079904 Address: South Furzton Meeting Place (Community Hall), 1 Blackmoor Gate, Furzton, Milton Keynes MK4 1DS. Email: ducklingsfurzton@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Welcome to Ducklings Preschool Furzton We've been open since April 2024 , and we're thrilled to announce it's been a huge success! We operate from Monday to Friday, term-time, from 8:45am - 2:45pm. We are located inside the South Furzton Meeting Place on Blackmore Gate, MK4 1DS. With easy parking directly outside and lots of safe pathways, visit us today! We offer spaces for children from as young as 18 months old, up to 5 years old. We offer both paid and funded sessions; accepting any Government entitlements such as the 15 AND 30 hours funding. Our Team Sonia Nikki Emma 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 . South Furzton Meeting Place Ducklings Preschool South Furzton Meeting Place Ducklings Preschool South Furzton Meeting Place Ducklings Preschool South Furzton Meeting Place Ducklings Preschool 1/26 Click here to book a visit today!

Explore Ducklings Preschool’s Learning at Home Hub — packed with free activities, videos, resources and ideas to help preschoolers learn, play, and grow at home. Perfect for parents and carers supporting early learning. Covering reading & literacy, art & creativity, gardening & nature, cooking & food fun, early maths & problem solving, music & movement, communication & language, wellbeing & mindfulness, parent & carer support, STEM & exploration. Learning at Home Hub Welcome to our Learning at Home Hub - a collection of fun, free and easy-to-use resources designed to help your preschooler learn, play and grow whilst at home. Reading & Literacy Reading can be fun! Here, you'll find free reading resources for children to use at home — stories, activities, and ideas from Ducklings Preschool to inspire a love of reading. STEM & Exploration Little scientists at work! Try easy science experiments and building challenges that spark curiosity and encourage problem-solving through play. Gardening & Nature Step outside and explore! Discover fun ways to learn through nature — from growing seeds and spotting wildlife to enjoying outdoor adventures together. Music & Movement Get moving and make some noise! Sing, dance, and explore rhythm with activities that help children develop coordination, confidence, and a love of music. Wellbeing & Mindfulness Happy hearts and calm minds! Discover gentle exercises, breathing games, and mindfulness activities that help children understand and manage their emotions. Ducklings Blog Explore our blog for parents and carers! Get practical tips, fun activities, and expert advice to support preschool learning, creativity, and development at home. Art & Creativity Let imaginations run wild! Explore simple, hands-on art projects and crafts that help children express themselves and discover the joy of creativity. Early Maths & Problem Solving Make numbers come alive! Find playful maths activities, counting games, and puzzles to build early number sense through everyday fun. Cooking & Food Fun Cooking is learning too! Try easy, child-friendly recipes and food-based activities that build confidence, counting skills, and healthy habits in the kitchen. Communication & Language Let’s talk, laugh, and learn! Enjoy rhyming games, storytelling ideas, and simple activities to boost children’s speaking and listening skills at home. Parent & Carer Support You’re doing a great job! Find helpful guides, routines, and practical advice to make home learning simple, positive, and stress-free for the whole family. Ducklings Pinterest - FREE Printables Explore our Pinterest page for parents and carers! Easy to view, download, and print off - all for FREE!

Explore the outdoors and help teach the future generation to become more environmentally aware, through the use of simple gardening activities, nature hunts, and hands-on learning ideas to help preschoolers discover the natural world. Ducklings Gardeners Ducklings Gardeners projects engage all sorts of senses and help children to develop and recognise them without even realising. Being exposed to new textures like soil, flowers, seeds, and petals, these hands-on experiences are learning opportunities that also increase their environmental awareness and teach nutrition by connecting growing food with the importance of a good diet. We aim to teach our children and the future generation to be environmentally aware. Our related blog articles on gardening can be read by clicking on the titles below; Nature-Friendly Gardening for Preschool Children in Milton Keynes The Importance of Outdoor Play in Preschool Development Helping Your Child overcome fear of insects How to apply for the Blue Peter Green Badge Nature Walk Scavenger Hunts 30 Days Wild - Gardening Activities for Preschoolers Growing Together - Preschool Gardening 8 At-Home Activities that are great for replacing screen time 5 Things to do on a nature walk with kids How to teach your child the importance of giving back National Endangered Species Day: Children and Wildlife Stuck in the Mud - Gardening with Early Years Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN). 8 Fun Crafts To Do This Autumn Article: The Benefits of Gardening for Kids Great article discussing the importance and benefits found through gardening. Give it a read here: click here. Article: Ducklings Allotment visits Ducklings likes to visit the community allotment at Shenley Brook End. Not only do the children love to be outdoors and see all the nature, they also love getting their hands muddy helping out in growing the fruits and vegetables, and they love the storytimes there. If you'd love to see some Ducklings Staff reading popular stories at the allotment click here. Project: Build a Bug House Building a bug house only requires an open-fronted box – the rest is found in your garden already! Twigs, pine cones, stones, broken pots, cardboard toilet rolls, drilled pieces of wood, dried grass, old bricks, the options are endless, and will help attract ladybirds, butterflies, woodlice, solitary bees, dragon flys, and if you're lucky, the occasional toad, mouse, or hedgehog! Project: Build a pond in a pot Building a pond in a pot is super simple and requires little effort to maintain if done correctly! Get a large, shallow container with no drainage holes, and add a selection of pond and marginal plants, plus an oxygenator to help keep the water clear and odourless. Once set up, move the pond pot in a slightly shaded area, avoid full sunlight, and top up with water whenever needed. There pot ponds will help attract birds, insects, and other forms of wildlife, while also being a ton of fun to build for kids who love getting wet and muddy. For complete instructions click here. Project: Make Fat Cakes for birds Birds love fat cakes, as they give them energy and help keep them warm. and these feeding balls don't need to be shop bought; you can use all sorts of kitchen scraps such as cheese, dried fruits, and dry porridge oats. Just mix with melted lard or suet in old yogurt containers with a string, and set in the fridge overnight. For more instructions click here. Project: Make a Bee Hotel Offer solitary bees five-star accommodation with an easy-to-make bee hotel! Use anything for the frame - an wooden box or an old bird house for example, so uncycle it to become a home for solitary bees which help pollinate local plants! Full the frame with brown paper, pencils, bamboo canes, plant stems, drilled pieces of hardwood or logs, and let the bees move in! For more instructions, click here. Project: Make a Bird Bath Birds need water for many more reasons than just hydration. In the winter, birds will bathe to clean their feathers so they can fly further, and in the summer, birds will use water to help cool themselves down. All you need is a terracotta pot and saucer, and all-purpose glue and you're good to go! Simply flip the pot upside down, and glue the saucer on top of it (like in the photo below). Add in some rocks for small birds to land on, and top up with water whenever required! For more ideas click here . Activity: Nature Walk Scavenger Hunts Print off this scavenger hunt checklist, and go on a nature walk with your child and see which items they can explore and find themselves! Activity: What I See Outside Flashcards Learning doesn't just happen at school, why not print off these flashcards and use them at home to further learn about the environment and nature! Download them here Activity: Animals around me Flashcards Learning doesn't just happen at school, why not print off these flashcards and use them at home to further learn about the environment and nature! Download them here Project: Eco-warriors Scheme "Eco-Warriors is an environmental scheme designed to encourage MK schools, staff and children to recycle more and raise awareness of environmental issues, such as reducing single-use plastics and water consumption." Find out more information here Teacher Guide A3 Pledge Poster Eco-warrior Hero Eco-warrior Champion Activity: Earth Day Kids Craft Earth Day is right around the corner, so on the 22nd of April let's show our support for environmental protection at Home! The MK Council Recycling have created an 'eco promise wreath' craft sheet for children of all ages. Find this and more eco-friendly activities on both this Ducklings Gardeners page, and the MK Council website: www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/kidsrecycle

At Ducklings, we strive to create a loving atmosphere, in a safe and friendly environment. Learn more about our Ducklings family here. About Us Your Child Is In Great Hands. At Ducklings we strive to create a loving, caring atmosphere in a safe and friendly environment We strive to support all children to enable them to achieve their best. In order to do this many steps are taken to support them through their learning journeys, and on occasions, for some children, further positive support may be needed to help achieve their full potential. Furthermore, Ducklings is proud to announce that each of our sites has a named SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator), an HR Manager, and 3 Compliance Managers/Area Managers, who further support all the sites. Together, these coordinators and managers play vital roles in supporting to ensure that the child’s individual needs are met. Laying down the foundation for a solid education for more than 25 years Since founded back in 2000; Ducklings values children and their parents/carers. We acknowledge that parents and/or carers are the first educators of children , therefore we prioritise working in partnership with parents and/or carers. This strong bond is paramount to children’s learning and development, we achieve this through face-to-face updates, regular updates of observations on Class Dojo, up-to-date newsletters, fun Stay and Play sessions where parents and carers can enjoy time at Ducklings playing for the day, along with various fundraising events, and a wide variety of celebrations throughout the year. We are also proud to introduce Ducklings Activities , on our website: Ducklings Artists , Ducklings Chefs , Ducklings Gardeners , and Ducklings Readers , which provides you with free, easy access to fun and interactive activities you can enjoy with your children at home. Feel free to check this out, as the activities are frequently updated! Our future aims At Ducklings we care about your child. We are focused on making sure transitions to school go as smoothly as possible! Each site works closely with local schools to ensure all relevant transition supporting documents are completed and relayed to the school of your choice to ensure a positive transition. Where possible, the school Teachers are encouraged to visit the setting and meet the children. Fundraising and giving back At Ducklings Preschool, we believe that fostering a spirit of giving and empathy from an early age is crucial. Through our fundraising efforts for both local and national charities, we teach our preschoolers the value of helping others, nurturing a community-minded approach that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Find our most recent fundraisers below! Mind Mental Health Children in Need 2024 Children in Need Children with Cancer UK Crackerjacks Helping Disabled Children Macmillan Cancer Support

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Here at Ducklings Preschool and Nursery, we're here to help however we can. If you have any questions, please get in touch here. Contact Us Ducklings Head Office General Enquiries 07476 079904 ducklingsmarketing@gmail.com Admissions Enquiries 07828 807290 ducklingspreschool@hotmail.com Financial Enquiries 01772 356709 ducklingsfinance@gmail.com Contact Form Your Name Phone Number Email Which Ducklings Location are your enquiring about? How can we help? I agree to the terms & conditions Submit Thanks for submitting, we will be in touch shortly!

Turn numbers into fun! Enjoy counting games, shapes, and problem-solving activities to support early maths skills for preschoolers. Early Maths & Problem Solving Turn numbers into fun! Counting games, shape activities, and puzzles to support early maths skills at home. Our related blog articles on Early Maths & Problem Solving can be read by clicking on the titles below; Exploring STEM in Preschool: Hands-On Science and Math Activities Incorporating STEM into Early Childhood Education: Simple Projects to Try Top 10 Hands-On Activities for Preschoolers to Boost Learning Creating a Home Learning Environment for Preschoolers: Expert Advice Development Milestones: The Journey of Growth of 2 year olds and 3 year olds. Brain Training Activities for Young Children The Building Blocks of Creativity: The Benefits of LEGO for Children EYFS: What does it stand for? How to Learn and Explore Shapes at Home How sketching and colouring can help with child development Brain Training Activities for Young Children How does music affect a child's brain development Rainy Days: Ways to Entertain Children Without Screens The Benefits of Music and Movement on the brain Activity: Maths Worksheets Learning can be fun! Twinkl and Ducklings have developed some useful printable worksheets to use at home with your preschooler! Simply click on the titles below for them to automatically download. Under the Sea Themed Addition Worksheet Numicon Shapes Doubles to Number 10 Number Shape Addition to Number 20 Number Formation Number Formation 0 - 9 Number Formation 10 - 20 Maths Activity Mats Maths Activity Mats (2) Missing Number Tracks 1 - 10 Count and Colour Activity Domino Addition Activity Count the Crayons Activity Resources: Twinkl Maths Flashcards Learning can be fun! Twinkl have developed some useful printable flashcards to use at home with your preschooler! Simply click on the titles below for them to automatically download. Small Number Cards Numbers 0 - 20 Large Number Cards Numbers 0 - 10

Understand the pricing, fees, and funding opportunities for Ducklings Preschool and Nursery here. Discover what type of funding you are entitled to here, easily! Milton Keynes & Manchester Preschool and Nursery. Ducklings Preschool price Pricing, Fees and Funding Information So you wish to join the Ducklings Family but are curious about the costs? We're here to help! Ducklings offers both funded and private paying spaces Childcare Funding Information If you are unaware as to whether you are entitled to any funding, please click on the appropriate council box below to learn more! Our Pricing Information If you are not entitled to any funding, or would like to pay for additional sessions on top of your funding, please find the prices below; MILTON KEYNES 18-Months £30 per session (full day £60 ) 2-year-olds £26 per session (Full day £52 ) 3-year-olds £24 a session (full day £48 ) Snack fee is £2 per week (£76 a year). Fees need to be paid at the 1st of every month to cover that month, if fees are not paid on time, than entry will be refused. MANCHESTER Middleton 8 am -5 pm Under 2-year-olds per day £56 2-year-olds per day £54 Preschool age per day £53 Breakfast Club: 7:30 am start £10 After School: 5:30 pm finish £10 Blackley 8 am -5:30 pm Under 2-year-olds per day £53 2-year-olds per day £52.50 Preschool age per day £52 Early bird 'Breakfast Club' £7.50 After School: £7.50 per hour

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Welcome to Ducklings Preschool, read our FAQ's commonly asked questions to prepare for your first day at preschool here! what should my child wear to preschool what does my child need to bring to preschool my child is staying for lunch, what will they need what about toilet training for preschool do you get a parents evening at preschool how often does my child play outside while at preschool what are the ratios of staff to children at preschool Preparing for your first day! We look forward to starting this journey with you and your child! We hope the information below will help answer any of the questions you may have! If not, feel free to pop us a message at 07476 079904 . Commonly Asked Questions What should my child wear to preschool? Although uniform is not compulsory, it is recommended. Our uniform can be found by clicking here . Our uniform consists of: a polo shirt, a jumper, bags, and a summer hat. To purchase yours, please contact the manager at your Ducklings site. If you do not wish to purchase a uniform, please ensure your child is dressed in clothing that you do not mind getting dirty, due to the messy nature of preschool. Please also ensure their clothing is comfortable and easy to pull up/down to make toileting easier. What does my child need to bring to preschool? All children are asked to provide a pair of Wellington boots for use at preschool, and, as children have access to the outdoors on a daily basis, they will need a coat and a summer sun hat, which are appropriate for the weather every day. Children should also bring a bag containing a change of clothes. All items must be clearly named. If your child attends full days, or afternoon sessions, please bring a lunchbox too. My child is staying for lunch, what will they need? Children who stay for lunch will need to bring their own packed lunch and drink. We encourage parents to provide a healthy lunch, meaning sweets/chocolate and fizzy drinks are not permitted. We are also a NUT and APPLE-free preschool and would remind parents to refrain from including any products which contain these ingredients in their child’s lunchbox. We cannot reheat any food items either for lunch, so if you wish for your child to have a warm lunch, please place this into a flask at home. How do I notify preschool that my child is poorly and not coming in today? If your child is unwell and will not be attending preschool, please call your child’s preschool each morning that your child is due to attend. Please note that sessions that are not attended will still be charged for, as agreed in our contract. What about toilet training? Children do not need to be toilet-trained to attend preschool. We ask you to provide us with a bag containing nappies, wipes, nappy sacks and a change of clothes so that we can attend to your child throughout the day. We are also happy to work with you during toilet training. Please provide us with plenty of clothes and an extra pair of shoes in case of accidents. What do you provide at snack time? At Ducklings preschools, we provide a nutritious and healthy morning and afternoon snack for the children. The snack consists of a carbohydrate, fruit and/or vegetables, along with a choice of milk and water. We use this time to introduce new and unusual flavours and also promote independence through self-service. We ask for a contribution of £76 per academic year (which works out to £2 per week) to cover drinks/snacks/fresh fruit/cooking ingredients, etc. This is to be paid in cash. What will my child learn whilst at Ducklings Preschool? We follow the exact same Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum as schools! We also follow a more child-centred ethos compared to a school’s preschool. We follow your child’s interests and needs while learning to increase their engagement and interest! For more information about our curriculum, please click here . How can I stay up-to-date with everything my child does at Ducklings? Fantastic question! You can stay up to date with everything that happens at Ducklings Preschool via multiple platforms! The majority of your updates will either come from direct communication on pick-ups or via a platform called Class Dojo. Class Dojo is a private app where we post important learning moments, event reminders, messages and photos for you. To access Class Dojo, click here . We also have Facebook , Instagram , Pinterest and TikTok, so make sure you follow these for frequent updates too!

Complete this form to request a change in your current Ducklings attendance; whether that be to increase, decrease, switch, or provide notice of leave. Child Change of Attendance At Ducklings, we aim to provide the best care and education for your child. To ensure we can maintain our high standards and adequately prepare for any changes, we kindly ask that parents request any changes to attendance as early as possible. Please complete the form below if you wish to change your current attendance (adding, reducing, switching etc.). Please note this form is a request to change, not a confirmation of change - we will be in touch directly to confirm any changes with you. Regarding your notice to leave Ducklings, as stated in our contract, we require either a 4-week notice period for funding sessions or a 6-week notice period for private, paid sessions. We require these notice periods to help us plan and allocate funding and staffing appropriately. Notice periods must be given and completed within term-time operating weeks. We understand that circumstances can change unexpectedly, and we will do our best to accommodate any needs within the constraints of our operational requirements. Please fill out the form below, and we will confirm any changes/receipts as soon as we can. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Your Full Name* Your Childs Full Name* Today's Date* Day Month Month Year Email* Phone Number * Which Ducklings location do you currently attend? Choose your site here... What change of attendance would you like to occur?* Increase in attendance Decrease in attendance Change in attendance Notice of leaving Ducklings If you are providing your notice to leave, please state your final day of attendance below Please specific here which changes would you like. For example: 'I would like Teddy to attend a Tuesday now too', 'Please remove my Friday afternoon session', 'I would like to switch my Monday attendance to a Wednesday' etc. * Will you be paying or using funding entitlements to fund the change in attendance? By ticking here and submitting this form you accept that this form is simply a request of change. We will be in touch directly with you to confirm any changes . Submit

At Ducklings Preschool, we believe that fostering a spirit of giving and empathy from an early age is crucial. Through our fundraising efforts for both local and national charities, we teach our preschoolers the value of helping others, nurturing a community-minded approach that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Children with Cancer UK £328 Mind UK £205 Children in Need £150 Crackerjacks £91 Our Fundraising At Ducklings Preschool, we believe that fostering a spirit of giving and empathy from an early age is crucial. Through our fundraising efforts for both local and national charities, we teach our preschoolers the value of helping others, nurturing a community-minded approach that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Find our most recent fundraisers below, or find out more information on our GoFundMe page at: https://www.gofundme.com/fundraisers ! Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £450 for Macmillan Cancer Support! Macmillan Cancer Support Learn More Here Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £150 for Children in Need! Children In Need Learn More Here We're so proud to announce that Ducklings Preschool has raised £328 for Children with Cancer UK Children with Cancer UK Learn More Here Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £205 combined for both Mind Manchester and Mind Milton Keynes! Mind UK Learn More Here We've raised a combined £91 for the children's trust Crackerjacks, focused on providing support to children that are differently able! Crackerjacks Children's Trust Learn More Here

Welcome to Ducklings Shenley Lodge located at 5 Faraday Drive, Shenley Lodge, in Milton Keynes. Accepting funded and paid sessions , children 18 months to 5 years old , term time , spaces available. Local childcare preschool near me Shenley Lodge. Knowlhill, Leadenhall, Loughton, Furzton Lake, Emerson Valley, Knowlhill, The Bowl, Coffee Hall, Beanhill, Netherfield, Peartree Bridge, Milton Keynes Preschool , Fishermead, Springfield, Winterhill, Loughton, Shenley Wood, Shenley Brook End Shenley Lodge Site Number: 07503 171855 Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager: Collette Address: Shenley Lodge Meeting Place, 5 Faraday Dr, Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes, MK5 7DE. Email: ducklingsshenleylodge@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Welcome to Ducklings Preschool Shenley Lodge! We operate from Monday to Friday, term-time, open from 8:45 am-2:45 pm , with an optional breakfast club too! Our morning sessions run from 8:45 am-11:45 am, and our afternoon sessions run from 11:45 am-2:45 pm. Our lunch is served during our afternoon session, so if attending, please bring a packed lunch with you. We are located inside the Shenley Lodge Meeting Place, 5 Faraday Drive. With easy parking directly outside and lots of safe pathways, visit us today! We offer spaces for children from as young as 18 months old, up to 5 years old. We are an Ofsted registered preschool, which offers both paid and funded sessions, accepting any Government entitlements such as the 15 AND 30 hours funding. To find out more information about our fees and funding, please click here . Our Team Collette Holly Jade 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 . Ducklings Preschool Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes Ducklings Preschool Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes Ducklings Shenley Lodge Entrance_edited Ducklings Preschool Shenley Lodge Gated Entrance Ducklings Preschool Shenley Lodge, Milton Keynes 1/20 Click here to book a visit today!

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