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27 Aldrington Road
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London
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020 8677 9675
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Monday to Friday
(Except Bank Holidays,
Christmas Week &
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A New Approach to Ofsted Ratings: A Guide for Parents
A new approach to Ofsted ratings officially launched in November 2025, as part of a new Education Inspection Framework. Parents of children attending early years settings, schools, and further education, will therefore soon begin to see the new-style Ofsted ‘Report Cards’ that will be published following inspections. These are designed to replace — and improve upon — the previous one-word Ofsted rating system, which had become controversial∞. Gone will be what became known as the “single word judgements” on settings (previously a choice between Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, or Inadequate). Instead, parents will see a much more detailed ‘Report Card’ that combines at-a-glance headline information with multiple sub-section details. The idea is to give parents a more comprehensive view of how schools and settings measure up across a broad range of performance metrics, as well as providing important context. In essence, parents will be able to easily and quickly identify areas of strength, as well as those that require development. In today’s post, we take a look at Ofsted’s new Report Card and explain how it works.
Transform Children’s Drawings in Minutes with Artificial Intelligence
Today’s activity is one that’s fabulous fun for children and parents alike. It’s all about showing children how quick and easy it is to transform their drawings, paintings, and art using Artificial Intelligence (‘A.I.’). With help from a parent, magical results take just minutes to accomplish, and each transformation is often incredible. It’s also clear that the finished results truly honour children’s creations, while simultaneously elevating them to new, highly professional digital art imagery. What’s more, the tools that achieve this are freely available to families via desktop computers and smartphone apps.
Let’s dive in, then, to see how children and parents can take children’s art to magical new heights — easily, and in just minutes. We’ve also included some ‘before’ and ‘after’ images to exemplify what’s possible using the right approach. Parental or adult supervision is, of course, essential, particularly for the youngest children.
World Children’s Day: 20 November
Nurturing Kindness, Confidence, & Children’s Rights
First established by the United Nations in 1954, the day promotes children’s rights everywhere: the right to play and learn, the right to be cared for, and the right to express their thoughts and feelings. For us as early years practitioners, these ideas are not just something we recognise once a year — they’re at the heart of everything we do…
Creating Magical Moments in Childhood
— Experiences They’ll Remember Forever
The moments children remember most aren’t the everyday routines, but events and activities that feel truly magical — experiences that step outside the ordinary and leave a lasting mark on their hearts and imaginations. It might be an unexpected adventure, a quiet night under a starlit sky, or a small moment of wonder that makes them gasp in delight. Such out-of-the-ordinary experiences help children feel part of something special, cherished, and deeply seen. They create memories filled with pure joy, beauty, and sometimes even awe, as well as connections that often last for years.
Today, we explore how some of children’s most treasured memories come from moments of wonder, surprise, beauty, and unexpected connection. We’ll discover simple yet powerful ways to create magical experiences that will make little ones feel seen, loved, and sometimes even awestruck at the wonder of life. This is about how to create lasting memories for little ones that they will cherish for a lifetime.
Sleep Consultants for Babies and Toddlers: A Parent’s Guide
At Little Cedars Nursery, we often hear parents sharing stories of early morning wake-ups, tricky nap times, or little ones who seem determined to party at midnight. It’s important to know that these challenges are common, and they don’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. Sometimes, though, an extra helping hand can make all the difference. So, with that in mind, welcome to today’s guide to sleep consultants.
Why Children Belong in Nature — Inspiring Quotations Every Parent Should Read
There’s something magical about seeing a child run through long grass, gather conkers in autumn, or pause wide-eyed at the sight of a beautiful butterfly on a flower. At Little Cedars Nursery, we know how valuable these moments are — nature has always been the greatest playground, the richest classroom, and the most inspiring storybook. Indeed, research consistently shows that children who spend time in nature benefit in countless ways, from improved concentration and physical health to emotional wellbeing and creativity.
But beyond the evidence, there’s also inspiration. Generations of writers, educators, and parents have tried to capture in words what nature gives to children. With that in mind, we’ve gathered together some of our favourite quotations, each one a reminder of why the great outdoors is such a vital part of childhood — take a look.
How to Handle Toddler Tantrums — A Parent’s Guide
Today’s guide aims to offer practical, reassuring advice on how to understand and respond to tantrums, without resorting to shouting or feeling like you’re failing as a parent.
The Benefits of a Digital Detox & Why Families Should Try It