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Summer smiles made easy, events and experiences near me in Norwich and surrounding areas in Norfolk
Summer 2025 is set to be a season of adventure in Norwich a nd throughout Norfolk! Whether you’re a local or visiting, there’s no...
Leanne Ammon
Jul 43 min read
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Learning by the Shoreline: Beach School Adventures
Beach School Adventures: Exploring the Norfolk Coast with Little Learners! We have some wonderful adventures with our early years...

Orchidale Nursery
Apr 233 min read
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Activities, Events and Things to Do in Norwich, Norfolk with the Kids This Summer!
Thigs to do near Norwich with Kids this summer!
Leanne Ammon
Jul 22, 20243 min read
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Why Join Orchidale Preschool?
School Readiness at Orchidale With better weather on the horizon, it is a tell-tale sign that we are on our way to that exciting time of...

Orchidale Nursery
Aug 19, 20233 min read
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Things to do near Norwich with the kids this summer!
It’s that time of year again, the kids are off school and you are wondering how to entertain them over the next 6 weeks! Here are some...
Leanne Ammon
Jul 25, 20233 min read
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Why I love our Nursery - by our Manager Jess
From a young age I always wanted to work with children, when I left school I headed to college where I achieved my level 3 and following...

Orchidale Nursery
Feb 1, 20232 min read
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The Magic of Narnia - Ideas to Stimulate Imagination and Creativity in Children.
I don’t think I’ve ever met a child, or grown up for that matter, who isn’t transfixed, or at least intrigued by, a land of complete...
Leanne Ammon
Nov 15, 20222 min read
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Things to do near Norwich with the kids this summer!
The Summer holidays are upon us once again, so what is going on to entertain the little ones this summer? Here are some of our top picks...
Leanne Ammon
Jul 28, 20226 min read
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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Events In Norwich and Norfolk
The Queen celebrates her Platinum Jubilee in June, here are some events going on in and around Norwich and Norfolk! Norwich: The Assembly...
Mark Ammon
May 22, 20225 min read
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New Years Resolutions for Your Child and You...Keep it Fun!
Attention spans for children are notoriously small. Christmas? When was that? As adults we are fairly used to making, and breaking, the...

Littlest Elf Littlest Elf
Jul 31, 20212 min read
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The Magic of Narnia - Ideas to Stimulate Imagination and Creativity in Children.
I don’t think I’ve ever met a child, or grown up for that matter, who isn’t transfixed, or at least intrigued by, a land of complete fantasy

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Jul 31, 20212 min read
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The Importance of Risk Taking in Early Childhood
Risk taking and toddlers. Not usually the words you would happily put together. However, studies show us that certain risk-taking behaviour

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Jul 31, 20212 min read
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Preparing for a Calm and Happy Christmas with a Baby!
Christmas with your new baby. Magic or mayhem? Christmas is an emotive word. One with many connotations depending on personal experience,...

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Jul 31, 20213 min read
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Forest School Spaces: the advantages of outdoor learning
The Forest School concept was initiated in the 1980s in Denmark where the open-air culture ('frulitsliv') is a way of life. It first came...

Littlest Elf Littlest Elf
Jul 31, 20213 min read
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Sports are a great way to encourage a child's all-round development
What’s not to love about sport? With it comes the chance to get outdoors, have a fun time with friends, do your best, feel the adrenaline...

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Jul 31, 20213 min read
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How To Promote Your Child’s Emotional Health
Though it’s a well-known fact that rates of teenage mental health problems are increasing alarmingly, it is less recognised that very...

Littlest Elf Littlest Elf
Jul 31, 20214 min read
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How to Support Children's Learning Using Websites and Apps at Home
As an experienced Early Years Specialist Teacher I have often been asked by parents how they can support their children's learning at...

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Jul 31, 20212 min read
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Creative Ideas To Do With Children At Home
Creative play and imaginative arts experiences play a central role in toddlers’ learning and development. You can encourage your toddler...

Littlest Elf Littlest Elf
Jul 31, 20213 min read
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