Dolly Parton gets our children reading
Dolly Parton is working 9-5 to get children reading with her Imagination Library. Check if your child could receive a book every month until their fifth birthday, absolutely free.
Updated guidance from Ofsted
Ofsted have recently updated their guidance on the reporting of serious accidents, injuries and illnesses by childminders, nannies or daycare. Make sure you’re aware of the changes.
Nurseries celebrate World Book Day
It may not be World Book Day yet but activities are already underway at our nurseries as we celebrate our love of books.
Getting the most out of Blossom
Tips for nursery parents on how to get the most out of the Blossom app.
Learning to support ourselves and our children
To help children meet their PSED milestones, practitioners need to have more than just knowledge of children’s development…
Could your family have free fruit and veg?
Register for the Rose Vouchers for Fruit & Veg Project to collect vouchers to access fresh fruit and vegetables at East Street Market.
Build your skills as a male parent/carer
1st Place is hosting a new 10-week 'Father's Group' programme to help men build their skills as parents/carers.
Enjoying the wonders of nature
Nature has been a source of inspiration for our nursery children as they have been busy making their own decorations in time for Christmas.
Exploring buildings and space
It is an exciting time at nursery with our children continuing their love of building. They have been curious about famous buildings and have been busy making replicas in the nursery!
Happy Christmas from all of us at 1st Place
On behalf of the 1st Place team, I would like to wish you all a very happy Christmas and New Year.
Image of the Child - What does it mean?
Marie Skelton (Head of Early Years) shares her thoughts on what the Image of the Child really means in early years education.
Christmas comes to 1st Place at Chumleigh Gardens
Christmas has well and truly arrived at 1st Place with our nursery children enjoying homemade decorations, carol singing, tea with friends, and visits to Santa in his grotto!
#WeAre1stPlace celebration a roaring success
A big thank you to everybody who attended our recent #WeAre1stPlace event which brought families and the wider community together.
Immersive exhibition brings 'Image of the Child' to life
1st Place was transformed into a magical wonderland as part of an immersive ‘Image of the Child’ exhibition on 30 November.
Risk-taking and outdoor play in Sweden
From vast forests to confident young explorers, Sara Noor (Early Education Manager) shares her learning from visiting other nursery settings in Sweden.