Journal
Notes from the nursery
Local guides for South East London families, parenting essays, and the early years thinking that shapes our days at Futures.
Settling into nursery: a calm guide to your child's first week
Three settle visits, gentle pacing, and what parents can do at home to help. A practical guide to the first week of nursery.
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Choosing a nursery in Plumstead, SE18: what to look for
A practical guide for Plumstead families on what makes a great nursery, from settling in to staff continuity and Ofsted reports.
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What to pack in your child's nursery bag
A simple, no nonsense list of what your child actually needs for a day at nursery, from baby room to pre-school.
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Nursery near Woolwich and the Royal Arsenal: a parent's checklist
Commuting from Woolwich or the Royal Arsenal? Here is what to ask when you tour nurseries in the SE18 area.
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Why play based learning matters in the early years
A short explainer on play based learning, why it works, and how it shows up day to day in our pre-school room.
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Nursery options for Greenwich and Charlton families
If you live in Greenwich or Charlton and work towards London, a nursery in Plumstead can be the calmest part of your day. Here is why.
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Abbey Wood and Thamesmead: a guide to nearby nurseries
Practical advice for Abbey Wood and Thamesmead parents looking for a high quality nursery in South East London.
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Managing separation anxiety in the under threes
Why separation anxiety happens, when it tends to peak, and how parents and key workers can work together through it.
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