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A Goodbye Poem for the Class of 2026 who are leaving Fun Box Day Nursery to start school.

This week's heatwave certainly kept us on our toes! 🌞 While many adults were searching for ways to escape the heat, our children were doing what they do best—learning through play. One of the biggest hits this week was, unsurprisingly, water! Water play isn't just a fantastic way to help children cool down during hot weather. It also supports almost every area of their development. As children pour, splash, experiment, measure and explore, they're building their language, ma

School readiness is about far more than numbers and letters. 🌱 This week at nursery, the children explored maps, music, independence and sensory play while building confidence, communication and curiosity through everyday experiences. From creating passports to cutting strawberries independently, discover what school readiness really looks like — and why some of the most important learning happens in the smallest moments of all.

Mother’s Day 2026 at Fun Box Day Nursery was celebrated with a special stay and play, cream tea and spring activities including planting, sensory play and outdoor learning.

This week’s winter learning in early years focused on care, creativity and exploration. Children explored winter clothing, health routines, emotions and Arctic themes through sensory play, art, ice experiments and hands-on learning. These experiences supported the EYFS, strengthening fine motor skills, early maths, communication and understanding of the world.

Our first week back after the Christmas holidays was filled with meaningful winter activities in early years. From snowy sensory trays and Arctic animals to hot chocolate role play and indoor ice skating, children explored winter through play, conversation and creativity. Each experience supported the EYFS, developing communication, physical skills and understanding of the world in a warm, engaging way.

festive week of Christmas crafts, sensory play and shared moments — all approached with focus, enthusiasm and the familiar promise of “just a little glitter.” From reindeer food and pine cone trees to sensory trays and a visit from Mrs Santa, the children explored creativity wholeheartedly, leaving behind full folders, proud smiles… and a sparkle that travelled far beyond the craft table.

With the start of December, Christmas has officially arrived at Fun Box — and the children have embraced the festive season with excitement, creativity and curiosity. 🎨 Crafty Christmas Creations The week began with decorating our Christmas tree, which the children approached with great enthusiasm. They proudly hung baubles… and then happily took them off again, discovering that de-decorating can be just as enjoyable as decorating! 😄🎄 Festive crafts filled the room as sma

This November at Fun Box, children explored Remembrance Day through poppy crafts, number hunts and biscuit baking, followed by a heartfelt Children in Need pyjama day filled with Pudsey-themed activities.

Spring outdoor activities at Fun Box Day Nurseryhave brought joyful learning through gardening, nature play, shapes, and hands-on discovery.

🦕 Observe, if you will, a most extraordinary sight... Here, in the heart of Totton, stands Milo, the remarkable pink dinosaur. Once,...