“Emotions are neural-chemical reactions in our bodies that happen automatically in response to stimulus. Children need us to offer them calm and connected responses to
Imagine a secret world within our preschool room. Tucked away in a cozy corner, a nest of four duck eggs awaited a remarkable transformation.
In the enchanting realm of early childhood development, few tools are as powerful and delightful as music. At Willows Pre-school, we understand…
In the journey of a child’s development, one of the most significant milestones is the gradual emergence of independence. Nurseries, often the first formal…
At Willows Pre-school we know that it is important for the children to be able to identify the human body parts and being intentional about using them is a…
Have you ever come across educational terms that sound like they belong in a science fiction novel? We’re talking about things like “sustained shared thinking,”
Pre-school is a critical time in a child’s life when they begin to develop habits and behaviours that can shape their health and well-being in the long run.
Makaton is a special way of communicating using hand signs, symbols, and simple pictures. It helps people who might have trouble speaking or understanding words
The Neurodiverse movement has good intentions. However, the term is not easily understood. From speaking with parents, professionals, inclusion officers, and head teachers there is When other neologisms derived from the movement, such as neurodivergent,” are introduced, even more confusion is sown.
Developing social skills at an early age in children is vital in teaching them how to communicate with other children and adults. This in turn helps them develop the skills they need to form relationships and communicate, later in life.
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