When your baby is small, everything is a new experience — the softness of a blanket, the sound of your voice, the light coming through the window. These little moments might seem simple to us, but for babies, they are powerful learning tools and the very beginning of sensory play for babies. At Purple Bees […]
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Introduction: How Do You Really Know If Your Baby Is Ready for Nursery? Every parent reaches that moment — the moment you look at your little one and wonder: If my baby ready for nursery… or should I wait a little longer? It’s a big emotional step for both babies and parents. And while age
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Cosy stories your little one will love and memories you’ll treasure forever while looking for the best Christmas books for toddlers. There’s something incredibly magical about December with young children.The early sunsets, the twinkly lights, the cuddles under blankets…and that moment when you’re reading a festive story and you see your child’s eyes widen with
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A Hounslow parent’s guide to gentle mornings, smoother transitions, and confident drop-offs. If you’ve ever tried getting a preschooler dressed, fed, and out the door on time, you know it’s a full adventure on its own. Some mornings feel calm and sweet… and others feel like you’re negotiating with a tiny, pajama-wearing CEO. At Purple
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Table of Contents Introduction 1. Check the Location and Daily Convenience 2. Confirm the Age Range and Baby-to-Staff Ratio 3. Understand Fees, Funding & Free Hours 4. Ask About the Early Years Curriculum 5. Observe the Environment and Facilities 6. Meet the Team at Your Chosen Nursery 7. Discuss Settling-In and Communication 8. Check Availability
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The crisp air, the crunch of leaves, the cosy jumpers—autumn is a truly magical time. Yet, with the changing weather and the return to school comes the inevitable worry about little ones catching every sniffle and bug going. As parents, we all feel that little pinch of anxiety when the seasons shift, wondering how to
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If your child seems to ask “why?” every few minutes, you’re not alone. Curiosity is a superpower in early years education. Those small questions reveal big thinking—about how the world works, how people feel, and how ideas connect. In our classrooms, responding to why questions is more than offering facts; it’s an invitation to explore,
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At Purple Bees Childcare, some of our happiest moments are spent curled up together in our cosy reading corners, turning pages and watching imaginations take flight. Storytime is more than a quiet break in the day—it’s a warm invitation into new worlds, a chance to build language and confidence, and a way for children to
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We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly proud to announce 🎉 that Purple Bees Nursery has once again been honoured with the prestigious Nursery Compare Awards 🏆 for the second consecutive year! This remarkable achievement is a testament to the unwavering dedication of our entire team and the trust placed in us by our wonderful families
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We are absolutely thrilled to share some incredibly exciting news with our wonderful Purple Bees Nursery family and the wider community! Our dedication to providing outstanding nursery awards-winning childcare has been recognised on a national level, and we couldn’t be prouder. We are honoured to announce our participation and shortlisting in the prestigious Nursery Compare
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