Easy ideas parents can try at home.
Feeding young children can feel surprisingly complicated. One moment you’re reading early years nutrition guidance about sugar, salt or portion sizes; the next you’re just trying to get everyone out of the house on time with something vaguely nutritious eaten. For many parents, food becomes one more thing to think about in an already busy […]
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Nursery fees and funding can feel confusing, even for parents who have been through the system before. There are different age groups, different types of support, and guidance that can feel difficult to interpret at first. At Blue Windmill Day Nursery, our aim is to explain things clearly and calmly, so families can understand how
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At Blue Windmill Day Nursery in Rugby, outdoor play for early years helps little ones of all ages explore, test ideas, and build friendships. We encourage children to spend as much time as they like outside – toddling across the grass, balancing on logs, or spotting a ladybirds. The natural world offers children something that
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Discover five family-friendly outdoor walks in Rugby, with accessible paths and simple nature activities to engage young children at their own pace.
Out and About in Rugby: Five Outdoor Walks to Notice Nature with Your Child Read More »
A simple child-friendly look at how Rugby got its name and how local stories help children feel rooted in their community.
How Rugby Got Its Name: Helping Children Understand Where They Live Read More »
Some mornings seem to move faster than others and the morning rush to nursery can be a stress point in any parent’s day. Here are five small ways to bring a little more calm, connection, and curiosity into your mornings.
Slowing Down the Morning Read More »
Helpful advice for parents preparing their little ones for the first day at Blue Windmill Day Nursery in Rugby — routines, goodbyes and smooth transitions.
Preparing for Nursery Read More »
Discover Blue Windmill Day Nursery’s nature-based, child-centred ethos in Rugby — grounded in outdoor learning, community partnerships and curiosity-led play.
Blue Windmill Day Nursery | Rooted in Nature and Community Read More »
