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Here you will find tips and hints from our experts on all things childcare. From helping your child get a restful night's sleep to activities to do during the half-term right through to weaning advice, our new blog is the go-to place for all your questions.

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Here you will find tips and hints from our experts on all things childcare. From helping your child get a restful night's sleep to activities to do during the half-term right through to weaning advice, our new blog is the go-to place for all your questions.

Select one of the categories below or use the search bar to quickly find the articles that matter most to you.

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Featured Blogs

5 Fiendishly Fun Halloween Activities for Children
Play & Activities

5 Fiendishly Fun Halloween Activities for Children

From scavenger hunts that double as storytelling exercises to spooky sensory boxes, we’ve pulled together a beastly batch of Halloween activities for children, designed to tap into expressive art and design and spark their literary imaginations. 

by Busy Bees 14/10/2026 7 min read

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Why Bee Curious Stands Out Independently Evaluated by The Open University.

Why Bee Curious Stands Out Independently Evaluated by The Open University.

by Busy Bees 13/10/2026 5 min read
Invisible skills to support your child through starting school

Invisible skills to support your child through starting school

by Jenny Shaw 01/09/2026 5 min read
Holidays with Toddlers 5 Must-Know Hacks

Holidays with Toddlers 5 Must-Know Hacks

by Busy Bees 29/07/2026 6 min read
How to Help Your Child Make Friends at Nursery

How to Help Your Child Make Friends at Nursery

by Busy Bees 24/07/2026 7 min read

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Gill Jones MBE

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Jenny Shaw

Lead Academic
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Latest Blogs

<p>Heading out with a baby takes a little preparation. Whether you're popping to the shops or visiting your local library, a well-packed changing bag can make all the difference.</p>
Parenting Resources

What to Pack in Your Baby Changing Bag

Heading out with a baby takes a little preparation. Whether you're popping to the shops or visiting your local library, a well-packed changing bag can make all the difference.

by Busy Bees

24/07/2026 5 min read

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<p>The first 12 months of your baby’s life are filled with extraordinary growth and change. One moment, they’re a tiny newborn curled up on your chest, and before you know it, they’re babbling, crawling, and finding very creative ways to keep you on your toes.</p>
Child Development & Learning

Understanding Your Babys Development Milestones

The first 12 months of your baby’s life are filled with extraordinary growth and change. One moment, they’re a tiny newborn curled up on your chest, and before you know it, they’re babbling, crawling, and finding very creative ways to keep you on your toes.

by Busy Bees

08/07/2026 5 min read

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<p>Parenting a child with autism can be challenging, especially as they begin their education journey. </p> <p>Whether it’s navigating different communication styles, supporting with sensory issues, or juggling a need for routine with the many (many) curveballs of life, it’s easy</p>
Parenting Resources

5 Ways to Support an Autistic Child

Parenting a child with autism can be challenging, especially as they begin their education journey. 

Whether it’s navigating different communication styles, supporting with sensory issues, or juggling a need for routine with the many (many) curveballs of life, it’s easy

by Von Brookstein

02/07/2026 6 min read

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