Toilet Training Steps: A Practical Guide for Parents
Toilet training is a major milestone. It can be exciting, stressful, and full of surprises. Every child is different, and every family’s approach will vary. The key is preparation, patience, […]
Why Community Matters in the Early Years
Picture a morning at any exceptional nursery: tiny hands reaching up for high-fives, excited voices sharing weekend stories, and the gentle hum of children discovering the world together. This scene […]
How to Build Gentle Rhythms for Your Child
There’s something special about rhythm in a child’s day. It isn’t about rules or rigid timetables; it’s about a familiar flow that helps them feel safe enough to explore. Children […]
Diwali ’25
The light we hold inside, the kindness we offer, the small gestures that show someone they’re seen.
Why We Let Children Move Resources Around (and Why You Should Too)
Walk into any Curiosity Approach setting and you’ll notice something parents often comment on straight away: resources aren’t glued to one place. A basket of wooden blocks might appear in […]
Why Tidy-Up Time Should Be Respectful, Not Rushed
For many parents and teachers, the words “tidy-up time” bring to mind chaos, stress, and a lot of adult voices calling, “Come on, hurry up!” But what if tidy-up time […]
Why Observation Is Our Most Powerful Teaching Tool
If you step into one of our classrooms at Yellow Kite Nursery, you’ll notice something right away: our educators don’t hover, instruct, or direct every moment. Often, they stand back […]
The Science of Wonder: Why Asking Questions Matters More Than Knowing the Answer
As adults, we often feel pressure to know the answers. Someone asks a question, and we’re expected to respond with certainty. But when it comes to children, especially in the […]
The Magic of Stories: How Storytelling Unlocks Your Child’s Reading Journey
Picture a four-year-old sitting mesmerised as her grandmother tells tales of brave princesses and talking animals. What this little one doesn’t know is that each story is quietly building the […]
Curiosity Over Curriculum: Why Wonder Leads to Stronger Learners
When you think about your child’s early years, what matters most? Is it learning letters and numbers as quickly as possible, or is it developing a love for discovering new […]
