Archive - little munchkin patch childcare Bradford on Avon
7
Nov
2022
Our Ofsted Reports
By little munchkin patch on November 7, 2022 in News with No Comments
OFSTED INSPECTION Our munchkins excitedly shout ‘I did it!’ when they achieve their goals and it’s the best feeling! Today we can officially do the same and shout it loud for all to hear! ‘We did it! We are outstanding!’ We are happy and so beyond proud of what we’ve achieved as a setting, especially […]
9
Oct
2022
Lifework Community
By Tom Dobinson on October 9, 2022 in News with No Comments
Lifework Community We have teamed up with Lifework Communities. A local co-working space that has all the benefits of home but importantly, is not home. It’s a home for people’s community at work and their doors at Hartley Farm have officially opened this week (October 6th). We are offering a pick up and drop […]
9
Oct
2022
October Planning
By Tom Dobinson on October 9, 2022 in News with No Comments
October Planning This month we will be focusing on Autumn. Autumn is our favourite time of the year but psst don’t tell the other seasons. It’s the time when the season changes, the days are getting darker, the leaves change into vibrant colours. Autumn is great for long autumn wellie walks with lots of treasures […]
8
Sep
2022
September Planning
By Tom Dobinson on September 8, 2022 in News with No Comments
September Planning Our themes for September are All About Me and Opposites. With the start of the new academic year and our new children settling in we will be focusing on play activities for the children to find out about themselves and each other & the things they like, maybe even the things they dislike. […]
9
Aug
2022
Hello August
By Tom Dobinson on August 9, 2022 in News with No Comments
Hello August! We are going on a bug hunt…..we are going to catch a big one….we are not afraid! In August it’s all about insects, bugs and other creepy crawlies. We will be taking our trail sheets and magnifying glasses on our walks and see which insects we can spot. Indoor we will use books, […]
2
Jun
2022
June Planning
By Tom Dobinson on June 2, 2022 in News with No Comments
June Planning Our themes in June are Space & Road Safety. As we are frequently out and about we feel it is necessary that the children learn the necessary life skills of keeping safe outdoors. We will be doing this in an age & stage appropriate way through various play activities inside and when outdoors. […]
2
May
2022
May Planning
By Tom Dobinson on May 2, 2022 in News with No Comments
May Planning Our themes during May were Farm Animals & Transport. With the weather on the upside we took the munchkins on outings to Hartley Farm & Hope Nature Park where we were able to support the munchkins’ excitement and interest in animals. We know offering children first hand and real experiences fosters their learning in […]
9
Apr
2022
Basket Library
By Tom Dobinson on April 9, 2022 in News with No Comments
Basket Library LMP’s basket library is here and it belongs to everyone!Take a book, leave a book!If you see a book you would like to read, feel free to take it home with you!Read it with your parents, siblings, grandparents, family & friends, your pet, neighbours or on your own!Read it snuggled up on […]
4
Apr
2022
April Planning
By Tom Dobinson on April 4, 2022 in News with No Comments
April Planning During April we will be focusing on Spring and Easter. The munchkins have already noticed the change in season and we will be sure to plan more munchkin trail walks outside now that the weather is on the up too.Just like last year we would like all munchkins to very much be involved […]
14
Mar
2022
EYFS guide to parents
By Tom Dobinson on March 14, 2022 in News with No Comments
EYFS guide to parents We have created a handy guide to the new EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) please see link below. Guide to EYFS.zip
10
Mar
2022
L M P Christmas Video
By Tom Dobinson on March 10, 2022 in News with No Comments
We wanted to show you what fun we have been having this festive season. Although this video is not Hollywood standard and not every child that attends LMP is featured either due to illness or film stars refusing to leave their trailer we hope you still get a sense of the friendship and learning fun […]
9
Mar
2022
School Readiness
By Tom Dobinson on March 9, 2022 in News with No Comments
School Readiness Each day at Little Munchkin Patch we challenge and encourage all children to become more independent and ready for school, as some of your children will be embarking on the exciting adventures of starting Reception class at big school this September we will be working in close partnership with you in getting your […]
7
Mar
2022
March Planning
By Tom Dobinson on March 7, 2022 in News with No Comments
March Planning March is all about Shapes & Colours!Learning shapes and colours may well be a young child’s first educational endeavour. Although recognizing objects as red or blue, round or square might seem like child’s play, it’s actually integral to a young child’s cognitive development and sets the stage for early maths concepts such as sorting, […]
7
Feb
2022
February Planning
By Tom Dobinson on February 7, 2022 in News with No Comments
February Planning February is all about Numbers and 5 Senses. We will playfully introduce numbers, counting & early math skills to the munchkins by preparing fun activities such as: number hunts, singing counting songs, counting games, run around numbers, tracing numbers, play dough number stamping and of course we will be continuing to count & […]
12
Jan
2022
January Planning
By Tom Dobinson on January 12, 2022 in News with No Comments
January Planning A Winter theme offers many opportunities to learn math and science concepts. Snow days this year are probably going to be a novelty for us all but should they happen we are all going to be very excited! We will observe and investigate winter weather, snow, ice, temperature and explore hibernation/migration and where animals […]
17
Nov
2021
November & December
By Tom Dobinson on November 17, 2021 in News with No Comments
November & December Planning In November we have been focusing on Nursery Rhymes and with National Nursery Rhyme week two weeks ago we have been using our song & story sacks out and singing all day long to celebrate this special week;-). December Planning: Tis the season to be jolly….fa la la la la la […]
11
Oct
2021
October Planning
By Tom Dobinson on October 11, 2021 in News with No Comments
October Planning This month we will be focusing on an Autumn theme. Autumn is our favourite time of the year but psst don’t tell the other seasons. It’s the time when the season changes, the days are getting darker, the leaves change into vibrant colours. Autumn is great for long autumn wellie walks with lots of […]
5
Jul
2021
July Planning
By Tom Dobinson on July 5, 2021 in News with No Comments
July Planning We will be focusing on a summer theme and learning about feelings & emotions. We know that some of you have planned holidays in the next few weeks, we would love to hear what your munchkins enjoyed most during your time away. If you are happy to share pictures from your holiday we […]
12
Apr
2021
April Planning
By Tom Dobinson on April 12, 2021 in News with No Comments
April Planning During April we will be focusing on a Spring and an Under Water theme. Some munchkins have already noticed the change in season and we will be sure to plan more munchkin trail walks outside now that the weather is on the up too.Just like last year we would like all munchkins to very […]
8
Feb
2021
February Planning
By Tom Dobinson on February 8, 2021 in News with No Comments
February Planning February is all about Numbers and 5 Senses. We will playfully introduce numbers, counting & early math skills to the munchkins by preparing fun activities such as: number hunts, singing counting songs, counting games, run around numbers, tracing numbers, play dough number stamping and of course we will be continuing to count & […]
13
Jan
2021
January Planning
By Tom Dobinson on January 13, 2021 in News with No Comments
January Planning A Winter theme offers many opportunities to learn maths and science concepts. Snow days this year are probably going to be a novelty for us all but should they happen we are all going to be very excited!We will observe and investigate winter weather, snow, ice, temperature and explore hibernation and where animals […]
3
Dec
2020
Advent Windows
By Tom Dobinson on December 3, 2020 in News with No Comments
The Green Advent Windows Trail Map, Each day leading up to Christmas a decorated window in our community advent calendar will be revealed for everyone young or just young at heart to explore safely and spread Christmas cheer. Now in it’s fifth year The Green Advent Windows is a COVID safe but festive way to […]
28
Apr
2020
Tracing letters
By little munchkin patch on April 28, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Tracing Letters and numbers Handwriting develops as children develop increased control over their bodies and a desire to communicate through mark making. In order that children eventually acquire a legible, fluent and fast handwriting style, they need to develop skills including:· good gross and fine motor control· a recognition of pattern· a language to talk […]
27
Apr
2020
Biscuit recipe
By little munchkin patch on April 27, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Tablespoon biscuit recipe Baking together this tablespoon biscuit recipe is a great visual way for early year’s children to learn and understand ingredients and cooking plus a good way to learn about numbers, how food is made and where it comes from, as well as communication and language and precision gross motor skills. Plus you […]
23
Apr
2020
Pre-phonics
By little munchkin patch on April 23, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Home learning: Pre-phonics I spy first letter soundsPlace some objects on a tray and ask your munchkin to find an object beginning with the letter sound. A more physically active version could be to hunt around the house for an object beginning with the sound. Hidden lettersWrite some letters on a page using a white […]
22
Apr
2020
Fine motor
By little munchkin patch on April 22, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Home learning: fine motor Toilet paper roll threadingThis is a great spin on the classic pasta necklace. It uses either toilet paper or paper towel rolls which are big enough to pose no choking hazard and easier for little hands to thread onto the ribbon. Still any time anything goes around your child’s neck you […]
21
Apr
2020
Bubble wrap competition
By little munchkin patch on April 21, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Bubble wrap printing competition Is there a budding artist among our munchkins?Any of our munchkins can enter our painting competition for their chance to win a prize!To be in with a chance of winning, all you have to do is use the bubble wrap provided with this week’s Home Play pack, some paint, brushes and […]
16
Apr
2020
LEGO challenge
By little munchkin patch on April 16, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Can you build: A Marble Maze?A Rainbow?Or Complete the Desert Island challenge? For our younger munchkins it may be easier to use Duplo Lego bricks. We would love to see your creations! Don’t forget to upload them to your child’s Tapestry online account. Desert Island lego challenge For the grown ups: Lego — we all […]
10
Apr
2020
Super Sydney
By little munchkin patch on April 10, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Super Sydney and his Amazing Pals For many epilepsy is a very real every day worry and a constant concern for family and friends. Talking from personal experience both professional and personal it is imperative to be prepared at all times and all eventualities as an adult in order to best assist an seizure physically […]
9
Apr
2020
Treasure hunt
By little munchkin patch on April 9, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
It’s difficult to get out and about right now, it’s hard to buy supplies like Easter treats for Ester egg hunts and we also know that some of the munchkins don’t have gardens. But as long as you have a printer and paper* we thought it might be great to have a few treasure hunts […]
8
Apr
2020
Book Time 2
By little munchkin patch on April 8, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Book Time 2 It’s that time of year again when so much learning of the natural world is available as the seasons change around us. As we have limited access to the great outdoors currently it’s so important to turn to books as a resources to create engagement and fire those little imaginations with the […]
2
Apr
2020
Song and Dance
By little munchkin patch on April 2, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Song and Dance Sing and Rhyme Time at Little Munchkin Patch is a daily favourite. Each day we sing along together with words and actions, click on the videos to join in. This process has actually been a really nice way to record what songs we sing about and introduce our very own and very […]
30
Mar
2020
Child fitness
By little munchkin patch on March 30, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Child fitness We love staying fit and healthy, it’s so important for children to use their muscles and maintain stamina during this extended time at home but they also need to continue to improve muscles and stamina as they grow too. Most days at Little Munchkin Patch we complete a child friendly Yoga routine together. […]
29
Mar
2020
Book time
By little munchkin patch on March 29, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Little Munchkin Patch Book Time Books are a big part of Little Munchkin Patch’s day. We have a dedicated book time each day but we also read books to entertain, help the children fall asleep but mostly to help the children learn. During book time the children often ask questions about the strangest things. But […]
24
Mar
2020
Trail sheet resources
By little munchkin patch on March 24, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Trail sheet resources We have created some trail sheets for the munchkins to stay learning at home. Just because all munchkins can currently only go out for one walk daily doesn’t mean they can’t be engaged and learning has to stop. Oh no! You might need to get creative for other times throughout the day, […]
23
Mar
2020
Home learning daily schedule
By little munchkin patch on March 23, 2020 in Home learning with No Comments
Daily schedule Children learn through play and this is certainly our approach. At Little Munchkin Patch (LMP) we try and make learning as fun as possible, but to get through a wide spectrum of topics with children on a daily basis you need to have a plan. We don’t know how long we are going […]
23
Mar
2020
Learning from home
By little munchkin patch on March 23, 2020 in Home learning News with No Comments
Learning from home We believe our customers should continue to get learning support from us so we aim to post a daily schedule, suggestions, trail sheets, play activities and links to online content, mail resources (as in real post) and loads of learning opportunities over the coming days/weeks to keep those little minds active and […]
2
Mar
2020
March Planning 20
By little munchkin patch on March 2, 2020 in News with No Comments
March Planning March is going to be all about Shapes & Colours!Learning shapes and colours may well be a young child’s first educational endeavour. Although recognizing objects as red or blue, round or square might seem like child’s play, it’s actually integral to a young child’s cognitive development and sets the stage for early maths […]
7
Feb
2020
School Readiness
By little munchkin patch on February 7, 2020 in News with No Comments
School Readiness Each day at Little Munchkin Patch we challenge and encourage all children to become more independent and ready for school, as some of your children will be embarking on the exciting adventures of starting reception at big school this September we will be working in close partnership with you in getting your children […]
3
Feb
2020
February Planning 20
By little munchkin patch on February 3, 2020 in News with No Comments
February Planning February is all about Numbers and 5 Senses. We will playfully introduce numbers, counting & early math skills to the munchkins by preparing fun activities such as: number hunts, singing counting songs, counting games, run around numbers, tracing numbers, play dough number stamping and of course we will be continuing to count & […]
9
Jan
2020
January Planning 20
By little munchkin patch on January 9, 2020 in News with No Comments
January Planning A Winter theme offers many opportunities to learn maths and science concepts. Snow days this year are probably going to be a novelty for us all but should they happen we are all going to be very excited! We will observe and investigate winter weather, snow, ice, temperature and explore hibernation and where […]
8
Jan
2020
Happy New Year 2020
By little munchkin patch on January 8, 2020 in News with No Comments
Happy New Year May you all have a smashing 2020 filled with lots of delightful surprises for you and your loved ones!A big thank you also to everyone who donated food towards our reversed advent calendar in November. Our rather small box grew into two big boxes in the end thanks to your generous donations. We […]
10
Dec
2019
Parking
By little munchkin patch on December 10, 2019 in News with No Comments
Parking Parking spaces in our drive are limited!As a rule, if your children do not require a buggy please reserve the drive for others to use.Please give priority to parents with young babies or children with special needs. Please park with consideration for other families leaving and arriving, there is enough space for two families […]
9
Dec
2019
December Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on December 9, 2019 in News with No Comments
December Planning Tis the season to be jolly….fa la la la la la la la la…..Christmas is our favourite time of the year. What’s not to love?!We are embracing this month’s theme as we explore family traditions together. It’s such an exciting time of the year and your munchkin will learn & share those first […]
6
Nov
2019
What to expect, when?
By little munchkin patch on November 6, 2019 in News with No Comments
What to expect, when? The Early Years Foundation Stage Framework (EYFS) serts out the learning and develpoment stages for children as they grow from birth to five years. The purpose of the booklet below is to help you as a parent/carer find out more about how your child is learning and developing during their first […]
5
Nov
2019
November Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on November 5, 2019 in News with No Comments
November Planning In November we will be focusing on Nursery Rhymes and with National Nursery Rhyme week in one week we shall be bringing our song & story sacks out and sing all day long to celebrate this special week;-). We would love you to share your munchkin’s favourite songs or other musical resources so we can incorporate them […]
5
Oct
2019
October Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on October 5, 2019 in News with No Comments
October Planning This month we will be focusing on an Autumn theme. Autumn is our favourite time of the year. It’s the time when season changes, the days are getting darker, the leaves change into vibrant colours. Autumn is great for long autumn wellie walks with lots of treasures to discover. From our treasures discovered […]
2
Sep
2019
September Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on September 2, 2019 in News with No Comments
September Planning Our themes for this month are All About Me and Opposites. With the start of the new academic year we will be focusing on offering our munchkins play activities to find out about themselves and each other & the things they like. It is also a topic designed to help children realise that […]
5
Aug
2019
August Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on August 5, 2019 in News with No Comments
August Planning We are going on a bug hunt…..we are going to catch a big one….we are not afraid! In August it’s all about insects, bugs and other crawlers. We will be taking our trail sheets and magnifying glasses on our walks and see which insects we can spot. Indoor we will use books, pictures, […]
1
Jul
2019
July Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on July 1, 2019 in News with No Comments
July Planning We will be focusing on a summer theme and learning about feelings & emotions. We know that some of you have already taking your munchkins on holiday or are about to soon, so we would love to hear what your munchkins enjoyed most during your time away. If you are happy to share […]
3
Jun
2019
June Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on June 3, 2019 in News with No Comments
June Planning Our themes in June are Space & Road Safety. As we are frequently out and about we feel it is necessary that the children learn the necessary life skills of keeping safe outdoors. We will be doing this in an age & stage appropriate way through various play activities inside and when outdoors. […]
6
May
2019
May Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on May 6, 2019 in News with No Comments
May Planning Our themes this month are Farm Animals & Transport. With the weather being on the up side (or not ;-)) we are hoping to take the munchkins on outings to farms and animal parks nearby where we can support the munchkins’ excitement, interest in animals as well as their learning by giving them […]
1
Apr
2019
April Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on April 1, 2019 in News with No Comments
April Planning April Planning We will be focusing on a Spring, Easter and an Under Water theme this month. Some munchkins have already noticed the change in season and we will be sure to plan more munchkin trail walks outside now that the weather is on the up too. Just like last year we would […]
4
Mar
2019
March Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on March 4, 2019 in News with No Comments
March Planning March is going to be all about Shapes & Colours!Learning shapes and colours may well be a young child’s first educational endeavour. Although recognizing objects as red or blue, round or square might seem like child’s play, it’s actually integral to a young child’s cognitive development and sets the stage for early maths […]
4
Feb
2019
February Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on February 4, 2019 in News with No Comments
February Planning February is all about Numbers and 5 Senses. We will playfully introduce numbers, counting & early math skills to the munchkins by preparing fun activities such as: number hunts, singing counting songs, counting games, run around numbers, tracing numbers, play dough number stamping and of course we will be continuing to count & […]
7
Jan
2019
January Planning 19
By little munchkin patch on January 7, 2019 in News with No Comments
January Planning A Winter theme offers many opportunities to learn maths and science concepts. Snow days this year are probably going to be a novelty for us all but should they happen we are all going to be very excited! We will observe and investigate winter weather, snow, ice, temperature and explore hibernation and where […]
7
Jan
2019
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2019
By little munchkin patch on January 7, 2019 in News with No Comments
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2019 May you all have a smashing 2019 filled with lots of delightful surprises for you and your loved ones! A mahoosive thank you also to everyone who donated food towards our reversed advent calendar in November. Our rather small box grew into three big boxes in the end thanks to your […]
3
Dec
2018
December Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on December 3, 2018 in News with No Comments
December Planning Tis the season to be jolly….fa la la la la la la la la….. Christmas is our favourite time of the year. What’s not to love?! We are embracing this month’s theme as we explore family traditions together. It’s such an exciting time of the year and your munchkin will learn & share […]
5
Nov
2018
November Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on November 5, 2018 in News with No Comments
November Planning In November we will be focusing on Nursery Rhymes and with National Nursery Rhyme week in two weeks we shall be bringing our song & story sacks out and sing all day long to celebrate this special week;-). We would love you to share your munchkin’s favourite songs or other musical resources so […]
15
Oct
2018
October Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on October 15, 2018 in News with No Comments
October Planning This month we will be focusing on an Autumn theme. Autumn is our favourite time of the year. It’s the time when season changes, the days are getting darker, the leaves change into vibrant colours. Autumn is great for long autumn wellie walks with lots of treasures to discover. From our treasures discovered […]
24
Sep
2018
September Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on September 24, 2018 in News with No Comments
September Planning Our themes for this month are All About Me and Opposites. With the start of the new academic year and as our new munchkin is settling in we will be focusing on offering our munchkins play activities to find out about themselves and each other & the things they like. It is also […]
24
Aug
2018
August Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on August 24, 2018 in News with No Comments
August Planning We are going on a bug hunt…..we are going to catch a big one….we are not afraid! In August it’s all about insects, bugs and other crawlers. We will be taking our trail sheets and magnifying glasses on our walks and see which insects we can spot. Indoor we will use books, pictures, […]
24
Jul
2018
July Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on July 24, 2018 in News with No Comments
July Planning We will be focusing on a summer theme and learning about feelings & emotions. We know that some of you have already taking your munchkins on holiday or are about to soon, so we would love to hear what your munchkins enjoyed most during your time away. If you are happy to share […]
24
Jun
2018
June Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on June 24, 2018 in News with No Comments
June Planning Our themes in June are Space & Road Safety. As we are frequently out and about we feel it is necessary that the children learn the necessary life skills of keeping safe outdoors. We will be doing this in an age & stage appropriate way through various play activities inside and when outdoors. […]
24
May
2018
May Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on May 24, 2018 in News with No Comments
May Planning Monthly News: Our themes this month are Farm Animals & Transport. With the weather being on the up side (or not ;-)) we are hoping to take the munchkins on outings to farms and animal parks nearby where we can support the munchkins’ excitement, interest in animals as well as their learning by […]
17
Apr
2018
April Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on April 17, 2018 in News with No Comments
April Planning Monthly News: We will be focusing on a Spring and an Under Water theme. Some munchkins have already noticed the change in season and we will be sure to plan more munchkin trail walks outside now that the weather is on the up too. Just like last year we would like all munchkins […]
6
Mar
2018
Outstanding Congratulations
By little munchkin patch on March 6, 2018 in News with No Comments
We were delighted to receive a letter of congratulations from Sir Michael Wilshaw (Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector, Ofsted) His letter reads: One of my most enjoyable duties as Her Majesty’s Chief Inspector is to celebrate the success of those judged to be outstanding when they were inspected. Please accept my warmest congratulations on achieving this […]
5
Mar
2018
March Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on March 5, 2018 in News with No Comments
March Planning March is going to be all about Shapes & Colours! Learning shapes and colours may well be a young child’s first educational endeavour. Although recognizing objects as red or blue, round or square might seem like child’s play, it’s actually integral to a young child’s cognitive development and sets the stage for early […]
2
Feb
2018
February Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on February 2, 2018 in News with No Comments
February Planning February is all about Numbers and 5 Senses. We will playfully introduce numbers, counting & early math skills to the munchkins by preparing fun activities such as: number hunts, singing counting songs, maths bags, counting games, run around numbers, tracing numbers, play dough number stamping and of course we will be continuing to […]
22
Jan
2018
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2018
By little munchkin patch on January 22, 2018 in News with No Comments
HAPPY NEW YEAR May you all have a smashing 2018 filled with lots of delightful surprises for you and your loved ones!
22
Jan
2018
January Planning 18
By little munchkin patch on January 22, 2018 in News with No Comments
January Planning: A Winter theme offers many opportunities to learn maths and science concepts. Snow days are probably going to be a novelty for us all but should they happen we are all going to be very excited! We will observe and investigate winter weather, snow, ice, temperature and explore hibernation and where animals go […]
2
Nov
2017
November Planning 17
By little munchkin patch on November 2, 2017 in News with No Comments
November Planning: In November we will be focusing on Nursery Rhymes and with National Nursery Rhyme week in two weeks we shall be bringing our song & story sacks out and sing all day long to celebrate this special week;-). We would love you to share your munchkin’s favorite songs or other musical resources so […]
4
Sep
2017
Monthly News September 17
By little munchkin patch on September 4, 2017 in News with No Comments
September planning: Our themes for this month are All About Me and Opposites. With the start of the new academic term and as our new munchkins are settling in we will be focusing on offering our munchkins play activities to find out about themselves and each other & the things they like. It is also […]
3
Jul
2017
Monthly News July 17
By little munchkin patch on July 3, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News July planning: We will be focusing on a summer theme and learning about feelings & emotions. We know that some of you have already taking your munchkins on holiday or are about to soon so we would love to hear what your munchkins enjoyed most during your time away. If you are happy […]
28
Jun
2017
Monthly News August 17
By little munchkin patch on June 28, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News We are going on a bug hunt…..we are going to catch a big one….we are not afraid! In August it’s all about insects, bugs and other crawlers. We will be taking our trail sheets and magnifying glasses on our walks and see which insects we can spot. Indoor we will use books, pictures, […]
5
Jun
2017
Monthly News June 17
By little munchkin patch on June 5, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News June planning: Our themes in June are Space & Road Safety. As we are always out and about we feel it is necessary that the children learn the necessary life skills of keeping safe outdoors. We will be doing this in an age & stage appropriate way through various play activities inside and […]
2
May
2017
Monthly News May 17
By little munchkin patch on May 2, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News May planning: Our themes this month are Farm Animals & Transport. With the weather being on the up side we are hoping to take the munchkins on outings to farms and animal parks nearby where we can support the munchkins’ excitement, interest in animals as well as their learning by giving them first […]
3
Apr
2017
Monthly News April 17
By little munchkin patch on April 3, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News April planning: We will be focusing on a Spring and an Under Water theme. Some munchkins have already noticed the change in season and we will be sure to plan more munchkin trail walks outside now that the weather is on the up too. Just like last year we would like all munchkins […]
1
Mar
2017
Monthly News March 17
By little munchkin patch on March 1, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News March planning: March is going to be all about Shapes & Colours! Learning shapes and colours may well be a young child’s first educational endeavour. Although recognizing objects as red or blue, round or square might seem like child’s play, it’s actually integral to a young child’s cognitive development and sets the stage […]
6
Feb
2017
Monthly News February 17
By little munchkin patch on February 6, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News February planning: February is all about Numbers and 5 Senses. We will playfully introduce numbers, counting & early math skills to the munchkins by preparing fun activities such as: number hunts, singing counting songs, maths bags, counting games, run around numbers, tracing numbers, play dough number stamping and of course we will be […]
3
Jan
2017
Monthly News January 17
By little munchkin patch on January 3, 2017 in News with No Comments
Monthly News January 17 January planning: A Winter theme offers many opportunities to learn maths and science concepts. Snow days are probably going to be a novelty for us all but should they happen we are all going to be very excited! We will observe and investigate winter weather, snow, ice, temperature and explore hibernation […]
3
Jan
2017
HAPPY NEW YEAR 2017
By little munchkin patch on January 3, 2017 in News with No Comments
Happy New Year 2017 May you all have a smashing 2017 filled with lots of truly delightful surprises for you and your loved ones! As ever keep us up to date with all your little munchkins activities throughout the year so we can include photos and observation in their leaning journal.
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Dec
2016
Monthly News December 16
By little munchkin patch on December 5, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News December 16 December planning: Tis the season to be jolly….fa la la la la la la la la….. Christmas is our favourite time of the year. What’s not to love?! We are embracing this month’s theme as we explore family traditions together. It’s such an exciting time of the year and your munchkin […]
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Nov
2016
Monthly News November 16
By little munchkin patch on November 2, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News November planning: This month we will be focusing on Nursery Rhymes & Music Around the World. Next week is National Nursery Rhyme week and we shall be bringing our song & story sacks out and sing all day long to celebrate this special week;-). We would love you to share your munchkin’s favourite […]
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Oct
2016
Monthly News October 16
By little munchkin patch on October 3, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News October planning: This month we will be focusing on an Autumn theme. Autumn is one of our most favourite time of the year. It’s the time when season changes, the days are getting darker, the leaves change into vibrant colours. Autumn is great for long autumn wellie walks with lots of treasures to […]
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Oct
2016
Starting school?
By little munchkin patch on October 3, 2016 in News with No Comments
When will my child start school? Will your child be four years old before September 2017? Then you must apply for a primary school place by 15 January 2017! Please click here for a helpful link to all necessary information you need to know when your child starts school and how to apply.
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Oct
2016
Map to Munchkin Patch
By little munchkin patch on October 3, 2016 in News with No Comments
Town traffic From the 9th October to the 30th October Market Street in Bradford on Avon is closed to vehicles making it that much longer for all traffic to move about the town. We know that the traffic can cause delays so this is a polite reminder that parents may need to start out a […]
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Sep
2016
Monthly News September 16
By little munchkin patch on September 5, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News September planning: Our themes for this month are All About Me and Opposites. With the start of the new academic term and our three new munchkins settling in we will be focusing on offering our munchkins play activities to find out about themselves and each other & the things they like. It is […]
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Aug
2016
Monthly News August 16
By little munchkin patch on August 1, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News August planning: We are going on a bug hunt…..we are going to catch a big one….we are not afraid! In August it’s all about insects, bugs and other crawlers. We will be taking our trail sheets and magnifying glasses on our walks and see which insects we can spot. Indoor we will use […]
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Aug
2016
Thank you
By little munchkin patch on August 1, 2016 in News with No Comments
Thank you August is always a big month for us! Three years ago Tom and I started little munchkin patch! Since then we thoroughly enjoy getting to know you munchkins, laughing with them, caring for them, playing with them, teaching them and being part of their lives seeing them progress with each month that passes […]
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Jul
2016
Monthly News July 16
By little munchkin patch on July 4, 2016 in News with No Comments
July planning: We will be focusing on a summer theme and learning about feelings & emotions. We know that some of you have already taking your munchkins on holiday or are about too soon so we would love to hear what he/she enjoyed most during your time away. If you are happy to share pictures […]
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Jul
2016
Assistant
By little munchkin patch on July 4, 2016 in News with No Comments
As Little Munchkin Patch childcare continues to grow, it is with huge happiness and delight that we are welcoming Edwina Dobinson as an assistant into Little Munchkin Patch from August 2016. Edwina is Tom’s mummy and she is very excited to be contributing to all the fun and learning for a few days each week. […]
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Jun
2016
Monthly News June 16
By little munchkin patch on June 1, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News June 16 June planning: Our themes in June are Space & Road Safety. As we are always out and about we feel it is necessary that the children learn the necessary life skills of keeping safe outdoors. We will be doing this in an age & stage appropriate way through various play activities inside […]
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May
2016
Monthly News
By little munchkin patch on May 5, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News May planning: Our themes this month are Farm Animals & Transport. With the weather being on the up side we are hoping to take the munchkins on outings to farms and animal parks nearby where we can support the munchkins’ excitement, interest in animals as well as their learning by giving them first hand […]
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Apr
2016
Monthly News
By little munchkin patch on April 4, 2016 in News with No Comments
Monthly News April planning: We will be focusing on a Spring and an Under Water theme. Some munchkins have already noticed the change in season and we will be sure to plan more munchkin trail walks outside now that the weather is on the up too. Just like last year we would like all munchkins […]
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Mar
2016
Monthly News
By little munchkin patch on March 14, 2016 in News with No Comments
March 2016 planning: March is going to be all about Shapes & Colours! Learning shapes and colours may well be a young child’s first educational endeavour. Although recognizing objects as red or blue, round or square might seem like child’s play, it’s actually integral to a young child’s cognitive development and sets the stage for […]
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Mar
2014
Our Ofsted Reports
By Tom Dobinson on March 20, 2014 in News with No Comments
Our Ofsted reports On our recent visit from Ofsted we received an outstanding grade. We do agree and think it’s right that Ofsted comes to every setting to make sure children are in safe hands; however, no matter how self-confident you are, the thought of someone looking over your shoulder and making sure you’re are […]
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Oct
2013
Saturday Club
By Tom Dobinson on October 20, 2013 in News with No Comments
We are founded on making life easy for the parents and making sure your little one has the best start, offering a complete childcare service from early years care and education to holiday and breakfast clubs as well as after school care. We have also just started Saturday outings and events meaning not only is […]
20
Sep
2013
Yes Chef
By Tom Dobinson on September 20, 2013 in News with No Comments
We actively promote a healthy eating policy. All meals and snacks are nutritionally planned and prepared and cooked in our kitchen and we use fresh and locally grown food produce where possible. Each child’s individual dietary needs are readily taken into account and our menus are displayed on a daily basis on our notice board.
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Aug
2013
little munchkin patch childcare Bradford on Avon
By Tom Dobinson on August 20, 2013 in News with No Comments
We are a happy patch and love what we do; we are super busy every day: up early and to bed late making sure you and your little munchkin has the best support. Knowing that your child is getting the best care and start in life means the world to us.
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