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PEOPLE AND PLACES

- Childminders honour

The efforts of NCMA Nottinghamshire childminders were celebrated thismonth with award ceremonies in Mansfield and Nottingham. The awardsrecognise the childminders' commitment and dedication to meeting thechallenges of the Early Years Foundation Stage throughout the pastyear.

- Up in the air

As part of their autumn topic exploring leaves, children at Stone EdenNursery School in Carlisle, Cumbria, have been making good use of aparachute to collect leaves and then throw them up in the air.

- Healthy nippers

Staff and children at Little Nippers Nursery in Lancaster, Lancashire,have been learning about the importance of a healthy lifestyle throughthe nursery chain's Healthy Eating and Keeping Fit campaign. As part ofthe campaign children took part in taste testing and exercise sessionsand held a mini sports day. All the children received a medal for takingpart and those bringing in the healthiest lunchboxes were awardedcertificates.

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