St Patrick’s ELC
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St Patrick’s ELC Learning Book Term 2 2025/26
Welcome to our ELC learning book. We hope you enjoy sharing in our nursery experiences as we showcase our planning and learning. We endeavour to facilitate engaging learning experiences based on chil
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Merry Christmas to all our wonderful children and families! A year full of fun, learning, and exciting moments. We hope your days are filled with laughter, cozy cuddles, and maybe even a visit from Santa himself! 🎅
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy New Year from St Patrick’s ELC 💚
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy New Year from St Patrick’s ELC 💚
December 24, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Merry Christmas to all our wonderful children and families! A year full of fun, learning, and exciting moments. We hope your days are filled with laughter, cozy cuddles, and maybe even a visit from Santa himself! 🎅
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy New Year from St Patrick’s ELC 💚
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and happy New Year from St Patrick’s ELC 💚
While in the art space some of the children were interested in the reaction between the salt, water and paint while creating their paintings. “Look it’s changing colour” QC, “it’s sticking” SB. Together we looked at a STEAM book, discussing different experiences we could try within nursery.
December 11, 2025 at 9:53 AM
While in the art space some of the children were interested in the reaction between the salt, water and paint while creating their paintings. “Look it’s changing colour” QC, “it’s sticking” SB. Together we looked at a STEAM book, discussing different experiences we could try within nursery.
The children decided to turn the mud kitchen into a cafe! We added natural resources, lots of containers, water and a chalkboard with chalk to extend and enhance their play.
December 8, 2025 at 5:51 PM
The children decided to turn the mud kitchen into a cafe! We added natural resources, lots of containers, water and a chalkboard with chalk to extend and enhance their play.
Interest has continued in weighing and measuring, with lots of team work and discussion at the sand tray. We used the bucket balance to discover the effects of filling and emptying each side, using mathematical discussions to reach our goal.
December 8, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Interest has continued in weighing and measuring, with lots of team work and discussion at the sand tray. We used the bucket balance to discover the effects of filling and emptying each side, using mathematical discussions to reach our goal.
We have been exploring our emotions and discussions different ways to regulate them. The children are making good use of resources on display in our quiet corner which have inspired positive discussions among friends.
December 8, 2025 at 1:25 PM
We have been exploring our emotions and discussions different ways to regulate them. The children are making good use of resources on display in our quiet corner which have inspired positive discussions among friends.
While exploring the outdoor environment this week some of the children had a discussion around building a new obstacle course SB+RW “i am making it for the big kids and little kids“ the children were developing their awareness of safety while offering challenge to the children who are more confident
December 8, 2025 at 1:17 PM
While exploring the outdoor environment this week some of the children had a discussion around building a new obstacle course SB+RW “i am making it for the big kids and little kids“ the children were developing their awareness of safety while offering challenge to the children who are more confident
While tidying the books under the arch we realised we didn’t have a lot of storage space for our books to enable the children to see the variety to choose from. Some children showing their problem solving skills suggested we build a bookcase
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December 3, 2025 at 12:49 PM
While tidying the books under the arch we realised we didn’t have a lot of storage space for our books to enable the children to see the variety to choose from. Some children showing their problem solving skills suggested we build a bookcase
A big thanks to everyone who came along to our Christmas Party Bookbug session today. We had great fun singing songs, playing games and listening to a story. #bookbug
December 2, 2025 at 4:28 PM
A big thanks to everyone who came along to our Christmas Party Bookbug session today. We had great fun singing songs, playing games and listening to a story. #bookbug
Our little learners are growing in confidence every day — using cutlery, self-serving food, making choices and even helping prepare the tables! We are increasing independence and confidence through our Marvellous Mealtimes and using good manners. #EarlyYears #MarvellousMealtimes
December 2, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Our little learners are growing in confidence every day — using cutlery, self-serving food, making choices and even helping prepare the tables! We are increasing independence and confidence through our Marvellous Mealtimes and using good manners. #EarlyYears #MarvellousMealtimes
Over the last couple of weeks our children have shown fantastic independence as they put on their own wetsuits and wellies. With a little teamwork and lots of determination, they proudly got ready by themselves—building confidence, resilience, and self-help skills along the way.” #selfhelpskills
November 18, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Over the last couple of weeks our children have shown fantastic independence as they put on their own wetsuits and wellies. With a little teamwork and lots of determination, they proudly got ready by themselves—building confidence, resilience, and self-help skills along the way.” #selfhelpskills
Outside play dough play was full of creativity as children explored natural resources—leaves, acorn tops, twigs, and stones—to shape and decorate their creations. We added scissors to encourage fine-motor development, and the children confidently practised their cutting skills as they worked.”
November 18, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Outside play dough play was full of creativity as children explored natural resources—leaves, acorn tops, twigs, and stones—to shape and decorate their creations. We added scissors to encourage fine-motor development, and the children confidently practised their cutting skills as they worked.”
Yesterday a group of children used loose parts to design their own seesaw, experimenting with tyres and planks to get the balance just right. Through teamwork, problem-solving, and plenty of creativity, they explored how things work and took pride in building it themselves.” #creativity
November 18, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Yesterday a group of children used loose parts to design their own seesaw, experimenting with tyres and planks to get the balance just right. Through teamwork, problem-solving, and plenty of creativity, they explored how things work and took pride in building it themselves.” #creativity
We are continuing to develop our numeracy skills during snack and lunch times. #numbersandcounting
NMcS - I put 6 spoons on the table
AMcC - you can pick 3 bits of apple
IMcK - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
NMcS - I put 6 spoons on the table
AMcC - you can pick 3 bits of apple
IMcK - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
November 13, 2025 at 3:33 PM
We are continuing to develop our numeracy skills during snack and lunch times. #numbersandcounting
NMcS - I put 6 spoons on the table
AMcC - you can pick 3 bits of apple
IMcK - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
NMcS - I put 6 spoons on the table
AMcC - you can pick 3 bits of apple
IMcK - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Have a look at all the fun things we have been exploring this term 🌈
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St Patrick’s ELC Learning Book Term 2 2025/26
Welcome to our ELC learning book. We hope you enjoy sharing in our nursery experiences as we showcase our planning and learning. We endeavour to facilitate engaging learning experiences based on chil
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November 11, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Have a look at all the fun things we have been exploring this term 🌈
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Many children enjoyed learning about Remembrance Day and making their own poppies. Great concentration and fine motor skills were used to make their own poppies. Some took a walk to see the poppies at the cenotaph in Denny.
Q “They poppies are red”
I “I saw them with my mum”
A “Lots of them flowers
Q “They poppies are red”
I “I saw them with my mum”
A “Lots of them flowers
November 8, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Many children enjoyed learning about Remembrance Day and making their own poppies. Great concentration and fine motor skills were used to make their own poppies. Some took a walk to see the poppies at the cenotaph in Denny.
Q “They poppies are red”
I “I saw them with my mum”
A “Lots of them flowers
Q “They poppies are red”
I “I saw them with my mum”
A “Lots of them flowers
We explored the reaction of wax crayon with watercolour paint. We spoke about why the paint “doesn’t stick” and what else we could use it for. We made “secret Halloween“ pictures
QC “it’s like magic!”
FC “maybe we could make a secret password and nobody can see it”
AMcC “yeah or a treasure map“
QC “it’s like magic!”
FC “maybe we could make a secret password and nobody can see it”
AMcC “yeah or a treasure map“
November 6, 2025 at 4:07 PM
We explored the reaction of wax crayon with watercolour paint. We spoke about why the paint “doesn’t stick” and what else we could use it for. We made “secret Halloween“ pictures
QC “it’s like magic!”
FC “maybe we could make a secret password and nobody can see it”
AMcC “yeah or a treasure map“
QC “it’s like magic!”
FC “maybe we could make a secret password and nobody can see it”
AMcC “yeah or a treasure map“
A group of children observed the changes in our vegetable garden after the holidays. “It’s got bigger” DH, “there’s a turnip” AM, “what’s that green thing?” FM showing their curiosity to explore the changes and what had caused it. We began to harvest them, discussing how we knew they were ready.(KC)
November 6, 2025 at 1:48 PM
A group of children observed the changes in our vegetable garden after the holidays. “It’s got bigger” DH, “there’s a turnip” AM, “what’s that green thing?” FM showing their curiosity to explore the changes and what had caused it. We began to harvest them, discussing how we knew they were ready.(KC)
A big thanks to everyone who came along to our Dark Nights/ Fire Safety Bookbug session today. We had great fun singing songs, playing games and listening to a story. #bookbug
November 4, 2025 at 5:57 PM
A big thanks to everyone who came along to our Dark Nights/ Fire Safety Bookbug session today. We had great fun singing songs, playing games and listening to a story. #bookbug
Some families joined Mrs Cassels for some fun, family interaction singing time. Great singing and laughter was had by all.The “little frog on the pond” action song proved to be the most popular of the day. Well done and thank you to all the adults for enthusiastically joining in with the children.
October 30, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Some families joined Mrs Cassels for some fun, family interaction singing time. Great singing and laughter was had by all.The “little frog on the pond” action song proved to be the most popular of the day. Well done and thank you to all the adults for enthusiastically joining in with the children.
Yesterday, we returned to our lending library and following feedback from our parents, we respected their wishes by including some factual books in our collection. #lendinglibrary #parentalwishes
October 28, 2025 at 8:50 AM
Yesterday, we returned to our lending library and following feedback from our parents, we respected their wishes by including some factual books in our collection. #lendinglibrary #parentalwishes
Our next Bookbug session is Tuesday 4th November at 2pm. Details are below.
October 27, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Our next Bookbug session is Tuesday 4th November at 2pm. Details are below.
A group of children explored trajectory by launching foam rockets with a foot pump. They tested how angle and force affected height and distance, excitedly discussing the outcome of each launch. MMcK - ”mines goes super far”
RW -” I jumped high and it makes my rocket go high“
RW -” I jumped high and it makes my rocket go high“
October 9, 2025 at 12:09 PM
A group of children explored trajectory by launching foam rockets with a foot pump. They tested how angle and force affected height and distance, excitedly discussing the outcome of each launch. MMcK - ”mines goes super far”
RW -” I jumped high and it makes my rocket go high“
RW -” I jumped high and it makes my rocket go high“
A group of curious children explored STEM by growing their own salt crystals. They created a countdown calendar, eagerly ticking off each day as they watched the crystals slowly form over a week. This experiment sparked excitement, patience, wonder. JD “my crystals grow in 1 week” RM “it takes long“
October 9, 2025 at 12:03 PM
A group of curious children explored STEM by growing their own salt crystals. They created a countdown calendar, eagerly ticking off each day as they watched the crystals slowly form over a week. This experiment sparked excitement, patience, wonder. JD “my crystals grow in 1 week” RM “it takes long“
Thanks to S. who brought in some tomatoes that he had grown at home to share with his friends and the nursery staff.These tomatoes came from a small tomato plant that S. had bought from our nursery plant sale.The tomatoes were delicious.Well done S. #foodforthought #marvellousmeals
October 9, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Thanks to S. who brought in some tomatoes that he had grown at home to share with his friends and the nursery staff.These tomatoes came from a small tomato plant that S. had bought from our nursery plant sale.The tomatoes were delicious.Well done S. #foodforthought #marvellousmeals
A big thanks to everyone who came along to our Autumn Bookbug session today. We had great fun singing songs, playing games and listening to a story. #bookbug
October 7, 2025 at 6:14 PM
A big thanks to everyone who came along to our Autumn Bookbug session today. We had great fun singing songs, playing games and listening to a story. #bookbug