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At Ducklings Preschool, we believe that fostering a spirit of giving and empathy from an early age is crucial. Through our fundraising efforts for both local and national charities, we teach our preschoolers the value of helping others, nurturing a community-minded approach that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Children with Cancer UK £328 Mind UK £205 Children in Need £150 Crackerjacks £91 Our Fundraising At Ducklings Preschool, we believe that fostering a spirit of giving and empathy from an early age is crucial. Through our fundraising efforts for both local and national charities, we teach our preschoolers the value of helping others, nurturing a community-minded approach that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Find our most recent fundraisers below, or find out more information on our GoFundMe page at: https://www.gofundme.com/fundraisers ! We're so proud to announce that Ducklings Preschool has raised £328 for Children with Cancer UK Children with Cancer UK Learn More Here Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £205 combined for both Mind Manchester and Mind Milton Keynes! Mind UK Learn More Here We've raised a combined £91 for the children's trust Crackerjacks, focused on providing support to children that are differently able! Crackerjacks Children's Trust Learn More Here Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £150 for Children in Need! Children In Need Learn More Here OUR NEXT FUNDRAISER WILL TAKE PLACE IN JUNE 2025, FOR Macmillan Cancer Support Learn More Here Keep track of our future fundraisers on our goundme page! gofundme.com Learn More Here

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Help teach the future generation to become more environmentally aware at home with these interactive activities and projects. Ducklings Gardeners Ducklings Gardeners projects engage all sorts of senses and help children to develop and recognise them without even realising. Being exposed to new textures like soil, flowers, seeds, and petals, these hands-on experiences are learning opportunities that also increase their environmental awareness and teaches nutrition by making the connection between growing foods and the importance of a good diet. We aim to teach our children and the future generation to be environmentally aware. Articles - Research on why gardening is so key, especially for children! The Benefits of Gardening for Kids Ducklings Reducing Carbon Footprint Promise Ducklings: Our Amazing Allotment Projects - Fancy introducing gardening at home and you don't know where to start? Or you already are and you want new ideas of what to do? Check these amazing project ideas out. Build a bug house Build a bee hotel Build a pond in a pot Make fat cakes for birds Build a birdbath Activities - Want to continue and test your learning at home? Use these tasks to further your child knowledge at home. "What do I see outside" Flashcards "Animals around me" Flashcards Earth Day wreath Article: The Benefits of Gardening for Kids Great article discussing the importance and benefits found through gardening. Give it a read here: click here. Article: Ducklings Allotment visits Ducklings loves to visit our community allotment at Shenley Brook End. Not only do the children love to be outdoors and see all the nature, they also love getting their hands muddy helping out in growing the fruits and vegetables, and they love the storytimes there. If you'd love to see some Ducklings Staff reading popular stories at the allotment click here. Project: Build a Bug House Building a bug house only requires an open-fronted box – the rest is found in your garden already! Twigs, pine cones, stones, broken pots, cardboard toilet rolls, drilled pieces of wood, dried grass, old bricks, the options are endless, and will help attract ladybirds, butterflies, woodlice, solitary bees, dragon flys, and if you're lucky, the occasional toad, mouse, or hedgehog! Project: Build a pond in a pot Building a pond in a pot is super simple and requires little effort to maintain if done correctly! Get a large, shallow container with no drainage holes, and add a selection of pond and marginal plants, plus an oxygenator to help keep the water clear and odourless. Once set up, move the pond pot in a slightly shaded area, avoid full sunlight, and top up with water whenever needed. There pot ponds will help attract birds, insects, and other forms of wildlife, while also being a ton of fun to build for kids who love getting wet and muddy. For complete instructions click here. Project: Make Fat Cakes for birds Birds love fat cakes, as they give them energy and help keep them warm. and these feeding balls don't need to be shop bought; you can use all sorts of kitchen scraps such as cheese, dried fruits, and dry porridge oats. Just mix with melted lard or suet in old yogurt containers with a string, and set in the fridge overnight. For more instructions click here. Project: Make a Bee Hotel Offer solitary bees five-star accommodation with an easy-to-make bee hotel! Use anything for the frame - an wooden box or an old bird house for example, so uncycle it to become a home for solitary bees which help pollinate local plants! Full the frame with brown paper, pencils, bamboo canes, plant stems, drilled pieces of hardwood or logs, and let the bees move in! For more instructions, click here. Project: Make a Bird Bath Birds need water for many more reasons than just hydration. In the winter, birds will bathe to clean their feathers so they can fly further, and in the summer, birds will use water to help cool themselves down. All you need is a terracotta pot and saucer, and all-purpose glue and you're good to go! Simply flip the pot upside down, and glue the saucer on top of it (like in the photo below). Add in some rocks for small birds to land on, and top up with water whenever required! For more ideas click here . Activity: Nature Walk Scavenger Hunts Print off this scavenger hunt checklist, and go on a nature walk with your child and see which items they can explore and find themselves! Activity: What I See Outside Flashcards Learning doesn't just happen at school, why not print off these flashcards and use them at home to further learn about the environment and nature! Download them here Activity: Animals around me Flashcards Learning doesn't just happen at school, why not print off these flashcards and use them at home to further learn about the environment and nature! Download them here Project: Eco-warriors Scheme "Eco-Warriors is an environmental scheme designed to encourage MK schools, staff and children to recycle more and raise awareness of environmental issues, such as reducing single-use plastics and water consumption." Find out more information here Teacher Guide A3 Pledge Poster Eco-warrior Hero Eco-warrior Champion Activity: Earth Day Kids Craft Earth Day is right around the corner, so on the 22nd of April let's show our support for environmental protection at Home! The MK Council Recycling have created an 'eco promise wreath' craft sheet for children of all ages. Find this and more eco-friendly activities on both this Ducklings Gardeners page, and the MK Council website: www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/kidsrecycle

Ducklings Oldbrook, Oldbrook Boulevard, Milton Keynes. Registered for 2 years through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Oldbrook Phone Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Jade Address: Oldbrook Centre, Oldbrook Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK6 2QA Email: ducklingsoldbrook@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Oldbrook operates Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 2:45 pm. The site is registered for 40 children with an age range of 2 years of age through to 5 years. Oldbrook Testimonial Oldbrook Testimonial Oldbrook Testimonial Oldbrook Testimonial 1/13 Our Team Jade Toni Jamie Jo Kellie Akshaya

Here you'll find our Operation Encompass Policy for Ducklings Preschool. Click here to learn more. Operation Encompass In every force. In every school. For every child Ducklings is part of Operation Encompass which is a national scheme that operates jointly between schools and the police forces. Operational Encompass is the reporting to schools, before the start of the next school day when a child has experienced domestic abuse. As a school we have ensured that a member of our staff (designated safeguarding lead) known as a key adult, has been trained in the Operation Encompass procedures allowing us to then use the information that has been shared, in confidence, to support the child/ren in our care. The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 identifies children who experience domestic abuse as victims of domestic abuse in their own right. We are keen to offer the best support possible to all our pupils and we believe this will be extremely beneficial for all those involved. DOWNLOAD OUR POSTER HERE

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Ducklings Westcroft, Wimborne Crescent, Milton Keynes. Registered for 18 months through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery near you and me. 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Westcroft Phone Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Bekki Address: Wimborne Crescent, Westcroft, Milton Keynes, MK4 4DB Email: ducklingswestcroft@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story We work closely with our local communities; the Community Police, Community Champion at Morrisons, Westcroft Library visits, Westcroft health centre , as well as much more! Additionally, we support local charities. The setting supported a food drive fundraiser for the charity CrackerJack Children's Trust which provides respite breaks, specialist equipment, and sensory toys to children that are differently able. We operate a Parent Voice Group (PVG) as it's important to us that parents have a voice in their child's education and preschool life. We also operate regular Stay and Play sessions for all parents, carers, and grandparents! D ucklings Westcroft is a Two Time Oustanding Provider (graded by Ofsted)! We operate Monday to Friday, from 9am until 3pm every day. Each day is split into two sessions; our morning sessions run from 9am-12, and then our afternoon sessions run from 12-3pm. This site is registered for 40 children, with an age range from 2 years through to 5 years old. Our Team Bekki Shivani Sally Katie Bibi Westcroft Testimonials (7) Westcroft Testimonials (6) Westcroft Testimonial 5 Westcroft Testimonials (7) 1/7

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Ducklings Monkston Park Community Centre, Milton Keynes. Registered for 18 months through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Monkston Park Pho ne Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Sam Address: Monkston Park Community Centre, 10 Pimlico Court, Monkston Park, Milton Keynes, MK10 9PN (Next door to the co-op shop, our entrance is on the car park side of the building) Email: ducklingsmonkstonpark@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Monkston Park operates Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 2:45pm . The site is registered for 40 children with an age range of 2 years of age through to 5 years. We are excited to announce that Ducklings Preschool Monkston Park has had another wonderful makeover this summer. A grand total of £22,000 has been spent on the garden to replace all the patio, remove the 3 trees, levelling off the ground, install new drainage and, of course, install good quality artificial grass. This makeover will provide the children with a much better environment to explore in all weather. It will also make the garden much more accessible to wheelchair users! Check out photos of this makeover below! Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial Monkston Park Ducklings Testimonial 1/11 Our Team Sam Katie Holly Tehmina Shivani Click here to book a visit today!

Ducklings Emerson Valley, Community Hall, Milton Keynes. Registered for 18 months through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery. 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Emerson Valley Manager: Sarah Phone Head Office: 07476 079904 Address: Emerson Valley Community Centre, Roeburn Crescent. Milton Keynes MK4 2DF. Email: ducklingsemersonvalley@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Ducklings Preschool Emerson Valley is a long-established preschool providing education to children aged 2 and upwards. Ducklings Emerson Valley has achieved a Good rating from Ofsted. All teachers are highly qualified. We offer session or full days, and accept Government funding! We operate Monday to Friday; Our hours are from 9am - 3pm . Registered for 40 children with an age range of 2 years of age through to 5 years. We work closely with our local communities, the Community Poli ce and local stores in the area. We operate a Parent Voice Group (PVG) as it's important to us that parents have a say in their child's education and preschool life We also operate regular Stay and Play sessions for Parents, Carers, and Grandparents. Our Team Sarah Manager Jhelisa Deputy Elena Practitioner Pamela Practitioner Holly Practitioner

At Ducklings Preschool, we believe that fostering a spirit of giving and empathy from an early age is crucial. Through our fundraising efforts for both local and national charities, we teach our preschoolers the value of helping others, nurturing a community-minded approach that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Children with Cancer UK £328 Mind UK £205 Children in Need £150 Crackerjacks £91 Our Fundraising At Ducklings Preschool, we believe that fostering a spirit of giving and empathy from an early age is crucial. Through our fundraising efforts for both local and national charities, we teach our preschoolers the value of helping others, nurturing a community-minded approach that they will carry with them throughout their lives. Find our most recent fundraisers below, or find out more information on our GoFundMe page at: https://www.gofundme.com/fundraisers ! We're so proud to announce that Ducklings Preschool has raised £328 for Children with Cancer UK Children with Cancer UK Learn More Here Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £339 for Children in Need 2024! Children In Need 2024 Learn More Here Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £205 combined for both Mind Manchester and Mind Milton Keynes! Mind UK Learn More Here We've raised a combined £91 for the children's trust Crackerjacks, focused on providing support to children that are differently able! Crackerjacks Children's Trust Learn More Here Ducklings Preschool has successfully raised £150 for Children in Need! Children In Need 2023 Learn More Here OUR NEXT FUNDRAISER WILL TAKE PLACE IN JUNE 2025, FOR Macmillan Cancer Support Learn More Here Keep track of our future fundraisers on our goundme page! gofundme.com Learn More Here

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Ducklings Monkston St. Barts, Monkston Community Centre, Milton Keynes. Registered for 2 years to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Monkston St. Barts Phone Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Sonia Address: Monkston Community Centre, St Bartholomews, Monkston, Milton Keynes, MK10 9FJ Email: ducklingstbarts@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Monkston St. Barts operates Monday through Friday from 8:45 am to 2:45 pm. Registered for 40 children with age range 2 years through to 5 years. Our Team Sonia Jane Ela Usra Kerry Monkston St. Barts Ducklings Preschool Testimonials Monkston St. Barts Ducklings Preschool Testimonials St. Barts Testimonial 1 Monkston St. Barts Ducklings Preschool Testimonials St. Barts Testimonial 4 Monkston St. Barts Ducklings Preschool Testimonials 1/5

Here you'll find our Staff Term Dates for all our sites. Please download and print off this page, so you have a record to hand. Staff Term Dates Please scroll to your appropriate setting to find the correct term dates for your preschool. Milton Keynes, Manchester (Blackley), and Rochdale (Middleton). MILTON KEYNES Closed Bank Holidays! Open Monday 6th January 2025 Close Friday 14th February 2025 for Half Term (at the end of this afternoon session) Half term Open Monday 24th February 2025 Close Friday 4th April 2025 for Easter Break (at the end of this afternoon session) Easter Holidays OpenTuesday 22nd April 2025 Close Friday 23rd May 2025 Half Term (at the end of this afternoon session) Summer Half term Open Tuesday 3rd June 2025 Close Thursday 17th July 2025 Summer (at the end of this afternoon session) Staff will be expected to work on Friday 18th July for a teacher training day. BLACKLEY, MANCHESTER Closed Bank Holidays! Open (FULL-TIME STAFF) Thursday 2nd January 2025 Open (TERM TIME STAFF) Monday 6th January 2025 Close Tuesday 14th February 2025 for Half Term (at the end of this afternoon session) Half term Open Monday 24th February 2025 Close Friday 4th April 2025 for Easter Break (at the end of this afternoon session) Easter Holidays Open Tuesday 22nd April 2025 Close Friday 23rd May 2025 Half Term (at the end of this afternoon session) Summer Half term Open Monday 2nd June 2025 Close Friday 18th July 2025 Summer (at the end of this afternoon session) Staff will be expected to work on 21st July for a teacher training day MIDDLETON, GREATER MANCHESTER Closed Bank Holidays! Open Monday 6th January 2025 Close Friday 14th February 2025 for Half Term (at the end of this afternoon session) Half term Open Monday 24th February 2025 Close Friday 4th April 2025 for Easter Break (at the end of this afternoon session) Easter Holidays Open Tuesday 22nd April 2025 Close Friday 23rd May 2025 Half Term (at the end of this afternoon session) Summer Half term Open Tuesday 3rd June 2025 Close Thursday 17th July 2025 Summer (at the end of this afternoon session) Staff will be expected to work on 18th July for a teacher training day

Ducklings Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes. Registered for 18 months through to 5 years, Monday to Friday. Preschool and Nursery 30 hour Government funded sessions 30 hour free childcare Shenley Brook End Phone Head Office: 07476 079904 Manager Name: Gina Address: Garthwaite Pavillion, Garthwaite Crescent, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, MK5 7AX Email: ducklingsshenley@gmail.com Click here to book a visit Click here to leave feedback Click here to change attendance Our Story Shenley Brook End operates Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm. The site is registered for 40 children with an age range of 2 years of age through to 5 years. If there are any celebrations or festivals that you would like us to celebrate please let us know as we would love to take part, please reply using our 'Contact Us' form above. Our Team Gina Natasha Tim Jade Sophie Javeria Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials Shenley Testimonials 1/12