Enriching the life of your child has never been easier! We offer a wide variety of extracurricular activities to suit your child’s interests, imagination, and curiosity. Jo Jingles, Forest School and AW Football coaching – we have it all! Keeping our youngest members happy is an integral part of our mission here at our Premier Lodge Day Nursery.
Jo Jingles
Victoria leads our weekly Jo Jingles sessions in our rooms
The weekly sessions are carefully structured and designed according to age and ability of children
Victoria plans a weekly introduction to new and fun educational themes such as, colours, shapes, numbers and animals. She also uses well-known nursery rhymes, games, props, visuals and action songs to get little bodies jingling along!
The children join in with Little Jo who brings special surprises in his bag each week and is always ready to move to the music with fun actions – and with over 1,000 songs under his belt, from old favourites to the more unique, every class is different from one week to the next!
Our weekly Jo Jingles sessions focus on the following Improve language and speech, stimulate children’s imagination, build social skills and make friends, sing songs and hold a tune/note, play percussion instruments expressively, find and feel the rhythm to move and dance, Improve children’s balance and coordination
Jo Jingles
Victoria leads our weekly Jo Jingles sessions in our rooms
The weekly sessions are carefully structured and designed according to age and ability of children
Victoria plans a weekly introduction to new and fun educational themes such as, colours, shapes, numbers and animals. She also uses well-known nursery rhymes, games, props, visuals and action songs to get little bodies jingling along!
The children join in with Little Jo who brings special surprises in his bag each week and is always ready to move to the music with fun actions – and with over 1,000 songs under his belt, from old favourites to the more unique, every class is different from one week to the next!
Our weekly Jo Jingles sessions focus on the following Improve language and speech, stimulate children’s imagination, build social skills and make friends, sing songs and hold a tune/note, play percussion instruments expressively, find and feel the rhythm to move and dance, Improve children’s balance and coordination
Forest School
Here at Premier Lodge Day Nursery we have our own designated Forest School area and mud kitchen in our garden.We have our trained Level 3 Forest School Leaders – Rachel an Deeps.
The forest school movement has a philosophy of child-led learning, with a focus on all the senses.The aim is to foster rich learning experiences, ecological literacy, and healthy living by connecting children to nature.The Forest School is loved by everyone. We have thriving trees and bushes bushed. Twice a week, our 2 Forest School Leaders, carry out sessions with the 3-4 year old children. They learn about the nature around them and learn new things about the animals or insects we find.
The explore the things around them with our senses, such as what they see, what they hear and what they feel. The children take part in many activities such as making bird feeders, hide and seek with the woodland animals, making mud pies and being able to choose what they want to do. We have also carried out experiments with natural objects. All children in the nursery have access to the Forest School, in small groups.
Forest School
Here at Premier Lodge Day Nursery we have our own designated Forest School area and mud kitchen in our garden.We have our trained Level 3 Forest School Leaders – Rachel an Deeps.
The forest school movement has a philosophy of child-led learning, with a focus on all the senses.The aim is to foster rich learning experiences, ecological literacy, and healthy living by connecting children to nature.The Forest School is loved by everyone. We have thriving trees and bushes bushed. Twice a week, our 2 Forest School Leaders, carry out sessions with the 3-4 year old children. They learn about the nature around them and learn new things about the animals or insects we find.
The explore the things around them with our senses, such as what they see, what they hear and what they feel. The children take part in many activities such as making bird feeders, hide and seek with the woodland animals, making mud pies and being able to choose what they want to do. We have also carried out experiments with natural objects. All children in the nursery have access to the Forest School, in small groups.
AW Football Coaching
Inspiring the next generation
AW Football coaching, is a leading multi-sports and Primary School Physical Education provider in South-East London and Kent.
Coaches are all fully qualified in a variety of sports, Health & Safety and Child Protection certified and hold a fully comprehensive DBS certificate.
Yusef our sports coach has over 10 years of experience and is passionate about designing and implementing a sport curriculum to support all children.
The weekly plans support Physical Development, ball skills, co-ordination and control, listening and turn taking, following instructions, building self -confidence and get children active.
New Generation Sports
Inspiring the next generation
New Generation Sports, is a leading multi-sports and Primary School Physical Education provider in South-East London and Kent.
Coaches are all fully qualified in a variety of sports, Health & Safety and Child Protection certified and hold a fully comprehensive DBS certificate.
Joe our sports coach has over 10 years of experience and is passionate about designing and implementing a sport curriculum to support all children.
The weekly plans support Physical Development, ball skills, co-ordination and control, listening and turn taking, following instructions, building self -confidence and get children active.
Lingtots
We build phonological awareness through our activities and this includes recognising environmental sounds, instrumental sounds, using body percussion and voice sounds plus exploring rhythm, rhyme, alliteration, oral blending and segmenting.
Each week we recall the sounds the letters make with actions and then play a listening game. We also end our sessions with some movement to support fine or gross motor skill development. This could be with sensory scarves, pom poms, mark making or with play doh.
The children are always enthusiastic and engaged. I love visiting Premier Lodge and working with them all.
Lingtots
We build phonological awareness through our activities and this includes recognising environmental sounds, instrumental sounds, using body percussion and voice sounds plus exploring rhythm, rhyme, alliteration, oral blending and segmenting.
Each week we recall the sounds the letters make with actions and then play a listening game. We also end our sessions with some movement to support fine or gross motor skill development. This could be with sensory scarves, pom poms, mark making or with play doh.
The children are always enthusiastic and engaged. I love visiting Premier Lodge and working with them all.
Allotment
In 2023, we took only thr project of renting an allotment from the council. When we first got it, it was very over grown. It took a lot of work. But with the help of parents and staff, we was able to transform it.
We have created a garden area, with space for the children to sit and relax. We have also created some raised beds, that we have already sowed some crop from, such as tomatoes, runner beans, courgettes and strawberries.
We also have a plum tree and fig tree, which we have been able to maintain and we have receive a lot of produce from them. The children have been able to taste these when back at nursery and also take some home. Each week on a Wednesday, we take a group of children to the allotment.
They help with planting, digging pruning and watering. This is such a valuable experience teaching children about the world and environment in which they live.
Allotment
In 2023, we took only thr project of renting an allotment from the council. When we first got it, it was very over grown. It took a lot of work. But with the help of parents and staff, we was able to transform it. We have created a garden area, with space for the children to sit and relax. We have also created some raised beds, that we have already sowed some crop from, such as tomatoes, runner beans, courgettes and strawberries. We also have a plum tree and fig tree, which we have been able to maintain and we have receive a lot of produce from them. The children have been able to taste these when back at nursery and also take some home. Each week on a Wednesday, we take a group of children to the allotment. They help with planting, digging pruning and watering. This is such a valuable experience teaching children about the world and environment in which they live.
FAQ
Why are extra curricula programs an important part of childcare nurseries?
How does the Forest Room help children?
Are AW Football coaching safe for my child?
Yes, AW Football coaching is a respected and qualified organization that provides children with the opportunity to develop themselves in ways they never thought possible. The staff are all certified professionals who will work hard to ensure your child’s safety, while also working on social skills such as listening and taking turns.
What do Jo Jingle sessions do for children?
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What our families say
So far 2 of my children have attended Premier Lodge and my 3rd is set to go soon. All started from 1 year old and my two sons love it. The staff are friendly and caring – they provide an atmosphere that children feel safe and happy in. The setting is creative with activities – my children have cooked, danced, been on trips, sung, been in plays, coloured, drawn, read, role played, painted, tried new foods, made so many crafts and the list goes on. All staff are very approachable and take the time to get to know the children. We get regular updates in the forms of pictures, descriptions and formal observations all easily accessed by the app, which is used effectively by the nursery. I would have no trouble recommending this nursery to others. My kids love it!
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My eldest has attended Premier Lodge since January 2020 and my youngest for 2 months. The staff is always friendly and helpful, they let us know what happens in the nursery through the Famly app. Kids are always happy when I pick them up. My eldest loves his meals and he always describes them as “ yummy food”. Also, I am thankful to the staff that has made a big difference in my child’s speech, making him more confident, and developing their brain with the activities done in the nursery. A big thanks to all the staff that are doing their best to make sure our kids are happy and safe.
{My little one has been at Premier Lodge for 3 months now, and it’s only been positive! He’s in full-time, which was a huge worry considering he’d obviously not had any time apart from us due to lockdowns, but the team were brilliant for settling him in; they were really positive and great at communication.
The app the nursery uses is just great for keeping you informed, and all the staff including management are just so helpful and approachable. What drew us to it was the feeling of it being a smaller, family feeling nursery, and it’s really continued to be that.
My little boy has now been with the nursery for 2.5 years. He has come on so much in confidence. Staff are really helpful and very friendly. Office is always available and will do anything they can to help. During lockdown, my little boy found it difficult settling back in and being around groups of people again. However, the nursery helped him settle back in and he now loves nursery more than ever. During lockdown 3, we stayed home as this was easier for us, however, he has now returned as he kept asking to see friends and aunties. They always do a wide variety of tasks and activities all of which my little boy says he enjoys. I love getting the daily updates through the app and find them really helpful. Overall I couldn’t imagine him being at another nursery or loving it as much as he does at Premier Lodge.
{My daughter has been here since she was 10 months old and has moved up 4 rooms. In each and every one of the rooms, the staff have been so kind, caring and warm and my daughter has flourished here. The pictures we get sent and their learning journals are something I look forward to each day.
{A fun-filled caring nursery to whom have & are catering for my two children beautifully (aged 4 & 1).
It’s always tricky deciding where to place your child(ren) & this was especially so for me as my eldest child has additional needs & an EHCP. It has never phased the staff and they couldn’t do more in terms of progressing my daughter like they have.
Lots of fun activities, great themed days, well equipped toy store, sensory room, arts & crafts galore, nursery mobile app & lovely home cooking to name a few out of the many benefits.
{So far 2 of my children have attended Premier Lodge and my 3rd is set to go soon. All started from 1 year old and my two sons love it. The staff are friendly and caring – they provide an atmosphere that children feel safe and happy in. The setting is creative with activities – my children have cooked, danced, been on trips, sung, been in plays, coloured, drawn, read, role played, painted, tried new foods, made so many crafts and the list goes on. All staff are very approachable and take the time to get to know the children. We get regular updates in the forms of pictures, descriptions and formal observations all easily accessed by the app, which is used effectively by the nursery. I would have no trouble recommending this nursery to others. My kids love it!
{My eldest has attended Premier Lodge since January 2020 and my youngest for 2 months. The staff is always friendly and helpful, they let us know what happens in the nursery through the Famly app. Kids are always happy when I pick them up. My eldest loves his meals and he always describes them as “ yummy food”. Also, I am thankful to the staff that has made a big difference in my child’s speech, making him more confident, and developing their brain with the activities done in the nursery. A big thanks to all the staff that are doing their best to make sure our kids are happy and safe.
{My little one has been at Premier Lodge for 3 months now, and it’s only been positive! He’s in full-time, which was a huge worry considering he’d obviously not had any time apart from us due to lockdowns, but the team were brilliant for settling him in; they were really positive and great at communication.
The app the nursery uses is just great for keeping you informed, and all the staff including management are just so helpful and approachable. What drew us to it was the feeling of it being a smaller, family feeling nursery, and it’s really continued to be that.
My little boy has now been with the nursery for 2.5 years. He has come on so much in confidence. Staff are really helpful and very friendly. Office is always available and will do anything they can to help. During lockdown, my little boy found it difficult settling back in and being around groups of people again. However, the nursery helped him settle back in and he now loves nursery more than ever. During lockdown 3, we stayed home as this was easier for us, however, he has now returned as he kept asking to see friends and aunties. They always do a wide variety of tasks and activities all of which my little boy says he enjoys. I love getting the daily updates through the app and find them really helpful. Overall I couldn’t imagine him being at another nursery or loving it as much as he does at Premier Lodge.
{My daughter has been here since she was 10 months old and has moved up 4 rooms. In each and every one of the rooms, the staff have been so kind, caring and warm and my daughter has flourished here. The pictures we get sent and their learning journals are something I look forward to each day.
{A fun-filled caring nursery to whom have & are catering for my two children beautifully (aged 4 & 1).
It’s always tricky deciding where to place your child(ren) & this was especially so for me as my eldest child has additional needs & an EHCP. It has never phased the staff and they couldn’t do more in terms of progressing my daughter like they have.
Lots of fun activities, great themed days, well equipped toy store, sensory room, arts & crafts galore, nursery mobile app & lovely home cooking to name a few out of the many benefits.
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