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A Wonderful Day at Washbrooks Family Farm!
We’re so lucky here at the preschool to be surrounded by beautiful countryside, and our children recently had a fantastic time visiting one of our local farms — Washbrooks Family Farm ! Thanks to our partnership with Burgess Hill School for Girls , we were able to make the trip extra special by using their minibus (and lovely driver!) to take the children safely to the farm. As soon as we arrived, the excitement began with the pumpkin patch . The children loved exploring the
Carly S
6 days ago1 min read


We Went Gold for Hassocks Goes Gold! 💛
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month , and every year our wonderful community in Hassocks “goes gold” to raise awareness and funds for CCLG – The Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group . As it’s such an important cause, we were delighted to take part and Go Gold ourselves this September! Inside the nursery and preschool, the children got creative by decorating goldfish and golden stars to make a beautiful window display. They also enjoyed a gold treasure hunt , both
Carly S
Oct 141 min read


What Is the Trajectory Schema?
“Why does my child keep throwing everything?” If you’ve asked yourself this, chances are your little one is exploring the Trajectory...
Carly S
Sep 242 min read


What Is the Enveloping Schema?
If your child loves wrapping themselves in blankets, hiding under tables, or stuffing toys into bags or boxes—you may be seeing the...
Carly S
Sep 172 min read


Understanding Schemas: How Children Learn Through Play
We often talk about how children learn through play and the type of play a child is interested in, often stems from schemas. What Are...
Carly S
Sep 102 min read


How We Encourage Early Communication and Language in Babies
From those very first delightful coos and gurgles, your baby is starting an incredible journey into the world of language and...
Carly S
Aug 62 min read


How Routines Help Children Feel Safe — and Learn More
Children thrive on predictability. It might not seem exciting to an adult, but for a young child, knowing what comes next gives them the...
Carly S
Jul 232 min read


The magic of messy play!
Why we love messy play at Hassocks Day Nursery and Preschool! At our nursery and preschool, we believe that learning should be fun,...
Carly S
Jul 153 min read


Why Healthy Eating Practices are important in Early Years
Healthy eating is so important for early childhood development and nourishing meals from an early age helps lay the groundwork for lifelong healthy habits. In this blog post, we will explore the significance of healthy eating at Hassocks Day Nursery and Preschool and explain why we have chosen not to supply traditional desserts.
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Jun 93 min read


Starting school? Help your child to get ready for Reception
Starting Reception is a big milestone for children and families alike. But what does it mean to be “school ready”? Find out how you can support you child with this transition
Carly S
Jun 92 min read


The Benefits of Outdoor Play and the Nursery Garden
At our nursery, the garden is more than just a place to play – it's a vital part of each child's development. Spending time outdoors...
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Jun 91 min read
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