Here at Heath Lodge Day Nursery we offer a range of extra curricular activities and offer opportunities to enrich children’s learning . Trips are an important part of Nursery life and we plan regular, local weekly outings for the children. These are valuable learning opportunities that support children’s learning and understanding of people and the world around them.
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
Irish Community Services Centre
We always look forward to our weekly visits to the Irish Community Centre in Bexleyheath on a Tuesday. The children have the opportunity to take part in planned creative activities with the elderly which include gluing, sticking, painting, cutting and drawing to name a few. They then have a focus story around what they have created at the Centre that week. The warm atmosphere, friendly faces, and strong sense of community make it a place we truly enjoy. There’s always something meaningful happening, and every visit leaves us feeling connected and welcomed.
The children learn valuable social skills that support early communication and support the children in their developing confidence and self esteem whilst learning about the wider community.
Irish Community Services Centre
We always look forward to our weekly visits to the Irish Community Centre in Bexleyheath on a Tuesday. The children have the opportunity to take part in planned creative activities with the elderly which include gluing, sticking, painting, cutting and drawing to name a few. They then have a focus story around what they have created at the Centre that week. The warm atmosphere, friendly faces, and strong sense of community make it a place we truly enjoy. There’s always something meaningful happening, and every visit leaves us feeling connected and welcomed.
The children learn valuable social skills that support early communication and support the children in their developing confidence and self esteem whilst learning about the wider community.
Library
Our time at the library is something we treasure. From discovering new books to enjoying the quiet calm environment, the library offers a perfect space to learn, explore, and unwind.
It’s a highlight of our week and a wonderful resource for the whole community. The children take part in a weekly interactive story with librarians supporting speech and language skills and early communication.
The children also get to choose library books to bring back to the Nursery that supports a topic or theme to develop and support their learning.
Library
Our time at the library is something we treasure. From discovering new books to enjoying the quiet calm environment, the library offers a perfect space to learn, explore, and unwind.
It’s a highlight of our week and a wonderful resource for the whole community. The children take part in a weekly interactive story with librarians supporting speech and language skills and early communication.
The children also get to choose library books to bring back to the Nursery that supports a topic or theme to develop and support their learning.
Litter Picking
Litter picking has become one of the most rewarding parts of our routine. It’s a great opportunity to be outdoors, take pride in our surroundings, and make a positive difference—one small action at a time.
Helping keep our community clean feels great and brings people together.
Litter Picking
Litter picking has become one of the most rewarding parts of our routine. It’s a great opportunity to be outdoors, take pride in our surroundings, and make a positive difference—one small action at a time.
Helping keep our community clean feels great and brings people together.
Trips to the Park
We absolutely love our time at the local park. We are so lucky to have a park a one minute walk away from the Nursery. Whether it’s enjoying the fresh air, getting active, or simply appreciating the beautiful green space, the park always brings joy to the children.
Our regular trips to the park support children’s Physical Development and gross motor skills. We alo hold our annual sports day at the park which is a great success!
Trips to the Park
We absolutely love our time at the local park. We are so lucky to have a park a one minute walk away from the Nursery. Whether it’s enjoying the fresh air, getting active, or simply appreciating the beautiful green space, the park always brings joy to the children.
Our regular trips to the park support children’s Physical Development and gross motor skills. We alo hold our annual sports day at the park which is a great success!
Phonics Stars
During our weekly phonics session the children have fun and play games with a focus on developing their speaking and listening skills.
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.
Phonics Stars
During our weekly phonics session the children have fun and play games with a focus on developing their speaking and listening skills.
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.
FAQ
Why are extra curricula programs an important part of childcare nurseries?
Heath Lodge Day Nursery is committed to helping your child blossom into the best version of themselves. We offer a wide variety of extracurricular activities for children aged 0-5 that will be sure to challenge their minds, skills and creativity.
What do Jo Jingle sessions do for children?
Does the Childcare nursery in Bexleyheath serve nutritious meals for children?
Our Nursery is proud to announce that our professional cook has completed her level 3 Food Hygiene training and Allergy Awareness Training. We are committed to healthy eating, which means you can expect well-balanced meals for your child while they’re in care here at the nursery.
Do the dietary programs at our childcare nursery meet the health standards?
What our families say
My child has been attending Heath Lodge Day nursery since March this year and it’s incredible to see how far he has come in such a short space of time. His speech has massively improved, and his personal, social and emotional skills are progressing well since being at the setting. All of the staff there
are warm, welcoming and focus on building a genuine relationship with parents and children. They plan well for each month’s activities and provide regular updates via the App on upcoming trips and events. It’s clear that my child feels extremely comfortable with the staff as he always holds his hands out when being dropped off, showing that he has instilled trust in the staff members. It’s definitely a home from home environment. Overall, I would highly recommend the nursery, it was the best decision that we made for our child. He always leaves there with a smile on his face and it’s lovely to see him developing so well. Thank you Heath Lodge 🙂
Staff are always willing to stop and talk to you about my child’s day, what they have been upto and how they have been for the day. Even if they are walking past they will always be friendly and say hello. My children are always happy to walk in and see everyone. Great to see updates throughout the
day also!
Thank you!
My child has been attending Heath Lodge Day nursery since March this year and it’s incredible to see how far he has come in such a short space of time. His speech has massively improved, and his personal, social and emotional skills are progressing well since being at the setting. All of the staff there
are warm, welcoming and focus on building a genuine relationship with parents and children. They plan well for each month’s activities and provide regular updates via the App on upcoming trips and events. It’s clear that my child feels extremely comfortable with the staff as he always holds his hands out when being dropped off, showing that he has instilled trust in the staff members. It’s definitely a home from home environment. Overall, I would highly recommend the nursery, it was the best decision that we made for our child. He always leaves there with a smile on his face and it’s lovely to see him developing so well. Thank you Heath Lodge 🙂
Staff are always willing to stop and talk to you about my child’s day, what they have been upto and how they have been for the day. Even if they are walking past they will always be friendly and say hello. My children are always happy to walk in and see everyone. Great to see updates throughout the
day also!
Thank you!