Press Release: Blossom and KidsKonnect merge to form Ovivio, unlocking a new era of early years innovation
11th December 2025, London, UK: Marking a seismic shift in the early years software sector, Blossom and KidsKonnect have made...
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Message for nurseries to parents
Hello Parents! Exciting news! The nursery software we use, Blossom, has changed its name to Ovivio, and we wanted to...
Say hello to Ovivio
That’s right: Blossom Educational and KidsKonnect are now a thing of the past, and Ovivio is the name to know...
What to expect before and during your nursery Ofsted inspection
It’s no surprise that the new Ofsted inspection framework has left many early years leaders unsure about what to expect....
Daily Risk Assessments on Ovivio – Audits Done Right
Save time and keep Ofsted compliant with Daily Risk Assessments filled in and stored directly in your Ovivio platform. As...
Ofsted – A new approach to inspections
The results are in - hear from Wendy Ratcliff and Sam Sleeman-Boss about how Ofsted inspections are going to change.You...
Louise Jackson – Get your nursery children school-ready
Join Louise Jackson, our educational expert, for a webinar packed full of school readiness tips and advice for nursery managers....
Rebecca Reeve – Mastering Admissions from Enquiry to Enrolment
One of our leading Education Experts, a former early years teacher, qualified child counsellor and with a degree in early...
Building parent satisfaction. A Banana Moon case study
The partnership of Banana Moon Franchise and Ovivio is several years in and we wanted to take the time to...
Save Money with Ovivio. A Cherubs case study
Sarah Savage Operations Manager, Cherubs WITH OVIVIO SINCE: September 2017 NUMBER OF SITES: 12 (increased from 10 in 2017) PRODUCT...
Lucy Lewin – Supercharge Your Nursery Finances
Lucy Lewin is the founder and owner of the Profitable Nursery Academy and Little Angels (Uppingham), and has dedicated her...
Outdoor Maths Activities EYFS: Creative Ways to Teach Numeracy Outdoors
This post was written by Jamie Victoria Barnes of Everything Early Years fame. Mathematics is a core element of the...
10 ways to improve parental engagement
‘Fast paced’, is a phrase I would use to describe today’s society; we are always busy with engagements, work, social...
The Importance of Early Years Leadership and Effective Management
Leadership in any job role is important, as you will know those in management positions are the facilitators of the...
Nursery Manager Interview Questions: How to Find the Right Leader
Hiring the best educators and managers for your setting most likely sits as a high priority for your nursery business....
How to increase occupancy in my nursery business
It’s no secret that maintaining and scaling nursery occupancy is an ongoing effort. Throw in constant government changes and it’s...
The MITEY UK and other methods: how to get more men to join the EYFS
Recently Ovivio interviewed Shaddai Tembo, lecturer in Early Education and Childhood Practice at Perth College UHI. He is currently pursuing...
4 STEM Activities for Preschoolers to Try
STEM is not a new term for childcare settings. But why exactly is it beneficial for children’s learning and development,...
How to effectively implement the Curiosity Approach across your nursery
Since the invention of the iPad 12 years ago, the methods in which our children play and interact have changed....
Phonics in EYFS: 5 Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Too many children leave primary school unable to read well, as the UK continues to face entrenched educational underachievement when...
Autism in the Early Years: Make your nursery Autism-friendly
Your nursery should be underpinned by inclusive practice. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is children’s most commonly diagnosed Special Educational Needs...
10 Steps to Help Children and Parents Settle When Starting Nursery
Nursery is the place where many firsts are experienced: first friends, first words and first steps. It can be a...
Children’s Walking Harnesses: Are They Safe to Use in Nursery Settings?
The use of child harnesses, or leashes, can be a controversial topic in the early years field. It poses reoccurring...
Common financial mistakes nursery schools make
When running or setting up a new nursery, mistakes will be inevitable. Some might include financial decisions and choices that...