World Book Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

World Book Day is a fantastic opportunity for early years settings to foster a love of reading and storytelling in...

Pancake Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

Flip into fun with these exciting Pancake Day activities for EYFS! Pancake Day, also known as Shrove Tuesday, is the perfect...

St. David’s Day Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

Celebrate the vibrant culture of Wales with these fun and educational St. David’s Day activities for EYFS! From exploring Welsh traditions...

Under the Sea Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

Exploring an “under the sea” theme with EYFS children is a wonderful way to introduce them to marine life while...

7 emotional self-regulation strategies to try in early years

‘Self-regulation’ is a well-known phrase in early years. It’s mentioned in the EYFS Framework, Early Learning Goals and the Early...

Achieving EYFS Physical Development Outcomes: The Vestibular System

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Transport Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

Introducing transport-themed activities in an EYFS setting is a fun and interactive way to engage children while promoting learning in...

Goldilocks and the Three Bears Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

The classic tale of Goldilocks and the Three Bears is an excellent way to engage young children in a range of fun...

Why parents choose a nursery in 2025: 12 decision-making factors

Choosing the right nursery is a huge decision for any parent – and in 2025, parents are doing their research,...

Bee Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

Buzz into learning with these engaging bee activities for EYFS! Bees are a fascinating theme to help children explore nature, teamwork,...

Colour Monster Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

The Colour Monster by Anna Llenas is a popular children’s book that explores emotions through colours, making it an excellent resource...

14 Valentine’s Day Activities for toddlers

Valentine’s Day is another opportunity to celebrate in your nursery, but you might feel that your usual traditions may be...

Healthy Eating EYFS Activities to Celebrate Veganuary

It’s Veganuary so why not explore some healthy vegan recipes for kids? Your childcare setting plays an important role in...

6 steps to an exceptional CPD plan for your nursery

It can be easy to be sucked into good marketing ploys with early years CPD courses, packages and workshops. The...

What are the statutory requirements for Early Years CPD?

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in early years isn’t just a ‘nice to have’, it’s a statutory requirement. We know Ofsted...

Understanding the latest National Insurance Contribution changes in childcare

On the 30th of October 2024, the 2024 Budget was announced by Rachel Reeves (Chancellor of the Exchequer). The Autumn Budget revealed a...

16 EYFS First Aid requirements for 2025

An air-tight first aid provision in your nursery is essential for pupil safety and legal compliance. When your nursery is...

Gingerbread Man Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

The story of The Gingerbread Man is a fun and familiar tale that offers a wide range of educational opportunities for EYFS...

Streamline your Early Years activities and BeInspired

Blossom’s latest new feature born from our KidsKonnect partnership, BeInspired is here to turn hours of activity hunting, planning, and sharing into mere...

Take the nursery workplace culture quiz

In a happy nursery, the children thrive, parents feel confident in their choice, and the whole place feels good. That’s not just...

The self-regulation and executive functioning science your children need you to know

The nurseries that have the best self-regulation provision know something others don’t. They know the science behind how self-regulation skills...

How to make and check your nursery business plan

With over 14,500 early years registered settings in the UK, standing out might seem like a challenge. While many nurseries offer similar...

7 Ofsted early years themes for nursery managers to prepare for in 2025

If your nursery is in the Ofsted inspection window, you’ll be keeping an eye out on social media groups for...

Three Little Pigs Activities for EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage)

Huff, puff, and let the fun begin with these exciting Three Little Pigs activities for EYFS! This classic tale is perfect...