Bears Playhouse: Crafts and Sports – Easter 2025

Within our play scheme at Bears’ Playhouse, we have a diverse range of activities, these encompass arts and crafts, featuring engaging pursuits like mindfulness colouring, clay modelling, salt dough designing, macramé craft, and smoothie making.

Additionally, our physical development activities comprise football skills and drills, a dynamic 5-a-side football game, circuit training, and invigorating relay sessions. Participating in these activities not only ensures an enriching experience for the children but also provides numerous benefits. The arts and crafts activities contribute to the development of creativity, fine motor skills, and mindfulness. On the other hand, the physical activities enhance their coordination, teamwork, and overall physical well-being. Bears’ Playhouse is dedicated to delivering a holistic and beneficial play scheme, fostering both creative expression and physical vitality among the children.

Attending Bears’ Playhouse HAF Scheme offers a wealth of benefits for children, families, and the wider community. Our provision extends beyond traditional childcare, providing a holistic approach that nurtures every aspect of a child’s development.

Firstly, our diverse range of activities promotes holistic development. From arts and crafts to sports, mindfulness colouring to clay modelling, each activity is carefully designed to stimulate creativity, enhance fine motor skills, and foster social interaction. By participating in these activities, children develop essential skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, and self-expression, laying a strong foundation for their future success.

Moreover, our provision prioritizes inclusivity and accessibility. We provide dedicated spaces such as quiet areas and changing facilities, ensuring that all children, including those with disabilities, feel welcomed and supported. Our staff members are trained in Makaton and are multilingual, facilitating effective communication and understanding of diverse cultural needs. With a staff ratio of 1:10, supplemented by volunteers, we ensure personalized attention and support for each child, creating an environment where every child can thrive.
Beyond individual benefits, attending our provision has a positive impact on families and the wider community. Parents can have peace of mind knowing that their children are in a safe and nurturing environment while they attend work or other commitments. Additionally, our provision fosters a sense of community, bringing families together and creating opportunities for social connection and support.

In summary, Bears’ Playhouse provides more than just childcare; it offers a transformative experience that empowers children to reach their full potential. By attending our provision, children develop essential skills, gain confidence, and form lasting friendships. Families benefit from the peace of mind and support offered, while the wider community flourishes as a result of our inclusive and enriching programs.

The activities at Little Bears’ Playhouse are inherently inclusive, ensuring a welcoming environment for children of diverse backgrounds and needs. One key aspect of inclusivity is the provision of dedicated spaces such as a quiet area and changing facilities, catering to the varied requirements of children. The commitment to accessibility for disabilities further reinforces the inclusive nature of the activities.

Moreover, the staff team plays a pivotal role in fostering inclusivity. Some staff members are trained in Makaton and are multilingual, facilitating effective communication and understanding of various cultural needs within the community. Operating with a staff ratio of 1:10, supplemented by volunteers, ensures personalized attention and support for each child. The flexibility in staff deployment allows for a dynamic response to individual needs, with staff members able to float around and provide additional support when required. This proactive approach to inclusivity ensures that every child, regardless of their abilities or background, can fully participate in and benefit from the diverse range of activities offered by Little Bears’ Playhouse. The team are also well versed in supporting looked after children.