As parents, you often see your child exploring the world in exciting ways, like filling and emptying containers or spinning objects. These behaviours may arise from schemas in child development — patterns of repeated behaviour that help children make sense of their world through play. In this blog, we will define Schema in child development.…
All children should feel loved and cared for which makes it challenging for parents to begin to step away and allow their child to learn about independence, however, there is no definite answer as to when a child should become independent. Parents should softly encourage independence throughout a child’s development with age-appropriate methods. What…
Developing fine motor skills is an integral part of the early years of child development and this is why at Keren’s Nursery, we see this as a priority for all young children. These skills refer to the movement of hands, fingers, eyes, lips and tongue which all have an impact on a child’s everyday activities.…
Over recent years there has been a huge shift in the number of nurseries and schools offering yoga to their students both as part of the curriculum and as an after-school activity. Here at Keren’s Nursery, we are proud to offer Yoga to all children. Yoga has been seen to improve both physical and mental…
Art is a powerful tool for self-expression, and for children, it can be especially valuable. When children are given the opportunity to create art, whether it be at home, nursery, or school, they are able to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a way that may be difficult to express through words alone. This…
Here at Keren’s Nursery, we understand that not every child is the same, so the answer can be quite challenging, however, we have developed this guide to evaluate how nurseries such as ours can be beneficial to your child’s development so that you can walk away with your own opinion on whether or not a…
Physical activity for a growing child is key in their development. On average, children are expected to do one hour of physical activity per day but less than half the children in the UK actually achieve this. It’s important that physical activity is regularly implemented in a child’s life, not only for their physical…
Storytelling does not simply belong to talented writers or the wise – it’s a part of our everyday lives, whether we notice it or not. Storytelling encompasses both real and fictional stories, that we each tell one another in formal and informal settings. The act of storytelling has been around for centuries and is present…
Language development is an extremely important part of a child’s early development as it supports their cognitive and social skills. As a result, helping them later in life both socially and academically. In this blog, we’ll explore why language is important for a child’s overall development and how this can be encouraged throughout a child’s…
When it comes to toys, children can’t help but be drawn to them to such an extent that almost anything can be a toy when a child puts their mind to it. However, there is more to toys than just fun and enjoyment for kids. According to research, toys can largely help children explore…