Harpole Day Nursery Olympics
The children really got into the Olympic spirit this month. We printed the Olympic rings and painted world flags.
When I grow up…
A real snapshot in time. These pictures are so beautiful. [slideshow_deploy id=’2246′]
Travelling tips
Panicking about travelling abroad with your little ones, this summer? Our Senior Manager, Heather Clark, has recently returned from her first family holiday abroad with her two nursery-age children. Here are her top tips for all Harpole Day Nursery parents.
Online profile
Dear Parents As you may already be aware, we have begun to move away from documenting your child’s development in ‘Profiles’ (the folders we normally show you at parents evening) and have begun using an online system called Tapestry to
What’s a Regional Manager?
Some of you will know our Regional Manager, Jo Stainsby, because she started her career at Harpole in the Bears. Nowadays she supports Jackie and the team behind the scenes and although she is happy enough to be an unsung hero,
A message for Harpole Day Nursery staff
The staff at Harpole are sometimes lucky enough to receive little gifts at Christmas from our wonderful families. This year I thought it might be nice to share with you why we all think the staff deserve thanks, too. We asked the children and
Growing up is hard to do (for the parents!)
Some of our staff and parents will remember our son who went to Harpole Day Nursery as a baby and toddler. Now eleven (eleven!), he has just started secondary school and Scott and I have had a bit of a
Childcare conferences and why I’ve given up ice for a while
I’m writing this from JFK airport, midway through my return journey from Orlando. It seems an utterly crazy location for a childcare conference, especially when your business is based in Northamptonshire, England. But my files are literally bulging with new
Are they ready to leave Harpole Day Nursery? Everything you need to know about your child starting school
If your little one is off to big school in September or you are about to start the application process for them to start next year, the information below may help answer any lingering worries or questions you may have
Scarecrow Weekend – Tickets available now!
Harpole Day Nursery will be opening on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September in celebration of the Scarecrow Festival. Come and join us between 12.00-4.00pm each day for lots of family fun, including: Bouncy Castle (weather permitting) Arts & Crafts