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Acorn Early Years
@acornearlyyears.bsky.social
We're a social enterprise, providing early years care and education, out-of-school clubs, forest schools & training in Milton Keynes, Northants & Bedfordshire
https://linktr.ee/acornearlyyears
🎄✨ Nothing beats the joy of festive songs, a homemade Christmas dinner, and a surprise visit from Santa! 🎅
The children at Acorn at Kents Hill had a day full of magic and smiles. 🌟

#ChristmasMagic #EarlyYears #CommunitySpirit #SantaVisit #FestiveFun
December 19, 2025 at 1:05 PM
🎄✨ Jinglefest magic at our Kents Hill nursery!

Our little stars shining bright as they sing their favourite songs and play instruments with joy. 🥁🎤🎶
Smiles, laughter, and music filled the air , what a festive celebration! 🌟❤️

#Jinglefest #NurseryMagic #LittleMusicians #FestiveJoy
December 16, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Our little elves have been hard at work! 🎄✨ Our children in Squirrels and Oaks decorated a Christmas Tree for the festival at the church next door, and it looks amazing!

🌟 Handmade ornaments + big smiles = #holidaymagic! 🎅👏

#FestiveSeason #ChristmasTreeFestival #CreativeKids #CommunityJoy
December 15, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Our Burton Latimer nursery celebrated #ChristmasJumperDay by giving back! 🎄

Children & staff donated food items to the local Home-Start UK (@homestartuk.bsky.social), helping local families this festive season.
Community kindness at its finest! 

 #CommunitySupport #FestiveGiving #EarlyYears
December 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
A wonderful Christmas afternoon at our Brafield Nursery! 🎄

Our children shared crafts with parents and grandparents, met Santa, and enjoyed a party tea prepared by our amazing chef Lorraine.

Community and festive joy at its best!

#ChristmasCelebration #EarlyYears #CommunityJoy #FestiveSeason
December 12, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Our children in Squirrels and Oaks at our Brafield nursery are full of festive cheer! 🎅 

They’ve shared their Christmas wishes, drawn pictures for Santa, and sent them off to the North Pole. ❄️
What’s on your holiday wish list? 🎄

#ChristmasSpirit #LettersToSanta #FestiveFun #AcornEarlyYears
December 10, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Happy Volunteers Day! 🌟

We’re sending a big THANK YOU to all the amazing volunteers who support Acorn Early Years. You make a real difference every day! 💚

Want to join our volunteer team? Learn more here:
👉https://shorturl.at/p8mIt

#VolunteersDay #AcornEarlyYears #CommunityImpact #VolunteerWithUs
December 5, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Consent in early years = respect + autonomy. Asking “Would you like help?” empowers children and builds trust.

Learn how we embed consent in daily routines: https://shorturl.at/S72kL

💡 How do you give your child choices at home?

#EarlyYears #ChildCare #RespectfulPractice #Parenting
December 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Big thanks to our local police for an impromptu visit! 🚓
The children explored the car, heard the sirens, and learned how officers keep people safe.
Real-world learning at its best! 💙

👉 Share your child’s favourite emergency vehicle in the comments!

#AcornEarlyYears #PoliceVisit #CommunityHelpers
November 30, 2025 at 10:31 AM
🎄 Make Christmas memories in the forest! Our last Tots Stay & Play is 8 Dec at Salcey Forest. Festive crafts, nature play & hot chocolate! 🍫

📅 8 Dec | 🕒 9:30–11:00 | 💰 £8
📧 [email protected]

#ChristmasInTheForest #StayAndPlay #NaturePlay #FamilyFun
November 28, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Salcey Forest was sparkling with frost yesterday! 🌲❄️

Discover why outdoor play matters for children even in winter in our latest podcast.

🎧 Listen: https://sptfy.in/pbj3

#OutdoorLearning #EarlyYears #NaturePlay #ForestSchool #AcornEarlyYears
November 27, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Cold days don’t stop Forest School fun! ❄️ Our Home Ed group played games, hunted fungi, and got creative with calico art. Finished with hot chocolate + loaded potatoes by the campfire 🔥

What’s your favourite winter outdoor activity? Reply below!

#ForestSchool #NaturePlay #Outdoors #CampfireCooking
November 27, 2025 at 8:02 AM
Why is outdoor play so important for children? 🌳

Our new podcast episode breaks it down, plus tips for embracing every season!
🎧 Listen now on Spotify & our site.
Link in bio☝️

#EarlyYears #OutdoorLearning #AcornPodcast
November 21, 2025 at 6:03 PM
🍄 Fun Fact Friday!

Meet the Purple Jelly Disc (Ascocoryne sarcoides) – a woodland fungus that grows on decaying logs and helps recycle nutrients 🌳

Spotted at Monday’s Tots Stay & Play!
✅ Next session: Mon 24 Nov

👉 Book now (link in bio)

#NatureFacts #ForestSchool #TotsStayAndPlay
November 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
🌟 What a fantastic Tots Stay & Play session today!

We explored the woods, discovered amazing fungi, and enjoyed creative mushroom crafts 🍄✨

Thank you to all the families who joined us, you made it magical!

#TotsStayAndPlay #ForestFun #NaturePlay #AcornEarlyYears
November 17, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Proud to share that Acorn Early Years Foundation is now a Best Practice Network Gold Partner!

This reflects our commitment to staff development and excellence in Early Years education. 💛

#GoldPartner #AcornEarlyYears #EarlyYears #Education #BestPracticeNetwork #StaffTraining
November 17, 2025 at 1:31 PM
💛 A small act of kindness has a BIG impact! 💛

On World Kindness Day, our Acorn family shared flowers, baked treats, and spread smiles across our communities. Let’s keep that kindness flowing into the weekend! 🌸🍪

#WorldKindnessDay #SpreadKindness #CommunityLove #LittleHandsBigHearts #TogetherWeGrow
November 14, 2025 at 4:31 PM
The Oaks at Westcroft had a cosmic start! 🌙 We spotted the moon and explored it through our telescope.

At Acorn, our nature-based ethos means curiosity goes beyond the forest, right up to the stars! 🌱🔭
What’s your child’s favourite sky discovery?

#EarlyYears #STEM #MoonWatch #PlayToLearn
November 14, 2025 at 10:31 AM
👏 Huge congrats to Chloe! She’s now a Level 3 SENCo!
Her dedication to inclusive education and leadership inspires us every day. 🌟
Want to join a team that invests in you? Check out our careers page! Link in bio.

#EarlyYears #SENCo #WorkWithUs
November 12, 2025 at 4:50 PM
🌺 Our Oaks children at Brafield laid poppy pictures and stones on the church memorial Friday. Monday 11/11, Shenley joined the 11am service for a minute’s silence and trumpet music. A beautiful way to remember.

How did you mark today? Drop a poppy or share!

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #Community
November 12, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Oaks at Shenley celebrated #WorldScienceDay with hands-on fun! 🧪

Mixing colours, separating oil & water, and exploring liquids with test tubes and pipettes.
Science sparks curiosity! 🔬

#ScienceExperiments #AcornEarlyYears #OaksAtShenley
November 12, 2025 at 10:54 AM
The most rewarding about chairing the trustee board:
"Every decision helps children, families, and communities thrive. It’s a privilege to shape an organisation where care and purpose are at the heart of everything."

👉 Learn more: https://shorturl.at/jEDit

#TrusteesWeek2025 #ThankYouTrustees
November 8, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Carolyn shares the benefit of being a trustee:
"Seeing Acorn’s impact on thousands of children’s lives and using my skills to support its growth and recognition. It’s been the highlight of my career."

👉 Learn more: https://shorturl.at/jEDit

#TrusteesWeek2025 #ThankYouTrustees
November 7, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Katy shares the most rewarding part of being a trustee:
"Applying my skills to support Acorn’s social impact and working with a diverse, values-driven team. It’s a privilege and a fantastic learning experience."

👉 Learn more: https://shorturl.at/jEDit

#TrusteesWeek2025 #ThankYouTrustees
November 7, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Vanessa shares the benefit of being a trustee:
"Even after retiring from paid work, it’s rewarding to stay connected as part of a successful leadership team and contribute as a critical friend on the board."

👉 Learn more: https://shorturl.at/jEDit

#TrusteesWeek2025 #ThankYouTrustees
November 6, 2025 at 5:31 PM