by Tom Walbrin | Jul 14, 2025 | Acorns Room, News, Rooms
With the recent warm weather, the children in the Acorns room at Filton Avenue Nursery School found a creative and refreshing way to cool down—by making ice cream in a bag! This exciting activity combined fun with learning, as the children explored the science behind...
by Tom Walbrin | Jul 1, 2025 | Acorns Room, News, Rooms
Following our core story The Very Hungry Caterpillar, the Acorns embarked on a real-life journey of transformation by raising their very own butterflies! We began with tiny caterpillars, carefully feeding and observing them as they grew. The children were fascinated...
by Ali | Jun 4, 2025 | Beech Room, News, Rooms, Willow Room
Our children had a fantastic time exploring movement and coordination during our outdoor tyre dancing activity! Watching them build confidence, develop their gross motor skills, and have fun reminds us why physical play is such an essential part of early learning....
by Tom Walbrin | May 23, 2025 | Acorns Room, News
In Acorns, we are creating a Family Floor Book- a big, shared scrapbook where each child will have their own page to fill with family photos, drawings, and stories. This is a great way for children to make connections between home and nursery, and to proudly share...
by Ali | May 23, 2025 | Beech Room, Rooms, Willow Room
Children in Beech and Willow classes have been making excellent use of our outdoor learning environment this term. The playground has become a hub of exploration, with children demonstrating strength and coordination as they navigate our monkey bars and climbing...
by Ali | May 23, 2025 | Acorns Room, Rooms
In Acorns, we are excited to share a fabulous new addition to our top garden – a bird hide that doubles as a climbing frame! This unique structure offers the children a peaceful place to sit quietly, observe birds, and connect with nature. Whether they’re...