At Free Rangers we believe teaching children how to identify and manage their emotions is a life long skill. And as adults and primary carers we are in a good position to coaching them through a positive way to identify and manage the ups and downs of their daily lives.
Read moreMy approach and guide to potty training
There is defiantly a look…. a look that many parents have when the words potty training are mentioned for the first time. It is a mixture of confusion, fear and of guilt for having not done it already.
Read moreLift the Bar
Working in childcare is an emotionally and physically draining, we decided as a team that we also needed to invest time in looking after ourselves and do our best to buck the trend of the two hour toilet research!
Read moreLearning at Free Rangers
We're not an educational sausage factory, we're more of a slightly unkempt allotment offering up fruit and vegetables of all shapes and sizes.That's why we try to make it clear from the outset that we're more interested about where you child is, not where they should be, and how we can support them, not simply push them through their time with us.
Read moreBridget's visit
Another open mic session from one of the Burrow's (now Den's) lovely mums, listening and looking at a guitar. Thank you so much for the wheelbarrow revamp too!
Read more30 hrs Funding Offer at Free Rangers
It has been no secret that here at Free Rangers we do not agree with the way in which the government has offered an extended early years entitlement that has been poorly funded and poorly thought through.
Read moreIntroducing Charlotte, Gemma's Maternity Cover
It's not long now until we wave goodbye to Gemma and wish her well on her maternity leave. We can't wait to meet her little girl and we certainly can't wait for her return.But until that time I wanted to properly introduce myself as Gemma's maternity cover.
Read moreThe Big Little Free Rangers Three Peaks Challenge
There's a lot of talk on site at the moment, all about the 24 Three Peaks Challenge that a group of the Free Rangers' team are hoping to complete on 3 June this year, all in aid of raising funds to support some of our families' children that require specialist medical equipment.
Read moreThree Peaks 24 hr Challenge: Join Free Rangers in Supporting Local Families
A number of the Free Rangers Forest School Nursery Team in Welton are stretching their legs in preparation for the 24 hr Three Peaks Challenge they are aiming to complete on Saturday 3rd June this year.
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February in the Nest
Throughout February in the Den the themes of space, emotions and soft play have been integrated into planning.In the space topic; distance, speed, motion, measuring objects and time have all been discussed and play and learning has reflected this.
Read moreFebruary in the Burrow
It has been busy in the Burrow throughout February. The children have been building friendships and settling into busy Burrow life.
Read moreFebruary in the Hive
Throughout February the planning has been focussed on communication and language, in particular building and supporting children’s listening and attention skills.
Read moreChristmas is full of surprises but this was no surprise to us!
We are really proud to sing it from the roof tops that Francesca Liddiard was awarded Early Years Student of the Year by Bath College for their 2015 - 2016 Cohort. Francesca is a valued member of the Burrow Team and has worked hard to make the transition from student to professional as smooth as can be.
Read moreMasterChef
We welcome Chris to the Free Rangers' team in the crucial role of Chef. He takes over from the wonderful Valerie. He has been with us for a couple of month's now but here's a chance to get to know a little more about him.
Read moreA Little Step Back to Reflect
We opened Free Rangers Forest School Nursery five years ago. It was time we took a little step back to reflect. We needed to ask a few questions of ourselves; were we remaining true to our initial hopes and aspirations? Is our message still strong and relevant? Are we striving to be the best we can be? Are we making a difference?
Read moreTotally Wild
This weekend we were lucky enough to host a foraging workshop, led by the brilliant James Wood, from Totally Wild UK. What his man doesn't know about wild foraging opportunities isn't worth knowing!
Read moreChange is hard for everyone
The letter has been sent, it's arrived at your door and you've had time to digest the news that we've decided to increase our fees and amend our hours. We're writing to explain as clearly as we can the reasons behind this. Ultimately we realise it's impacting on your wallet and as families with young children ourselves, we can sincerely say we feel that pain too.
Read moreI See, You See
Like any project we collectively decide to embark upon at Free Rangers, "I See, You See" our nature inspired children's book, was no different. From conception, it involved many group meetings, and valuable input from all the staff at Free Rangers and of course the children!
Read moreIntroducing the Slakesman Kids Set!
This lovely little two piece has continued to prove itself as a must have for all Free Range children with a love of outdoor play. Slakesman takes all weathers in its stride and laughs in the face of even the muddiest of puddles.
Read moreFree Rangers' Online Shop IS LIVE!
Making friends with Swedish fishermen. We believe it's not only important for children to make new friends and nurture existing friendships, it's also crucial, that as adults, we continue to build relationships and enjoy those chums we've had for a while! So we wanted to let you know that Free Rangers has a new friend. A Swedish friend called Didriksons.
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