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Michelle’s Talent Exchange Programme 2023
A Typical Day in Our Nature Kindergarten
Think for a moment and paint a picture in your mind of what you…
Halloween Recipes
Baking and cooking are some of our children’s favourite activities…
Anxiety in Children
What is anxiety?
Here at Park Academy, we know how important…
Here at Park Academy, we know how important…
Fire Safety Week, 4th – 11th October 2021
National Fire Safety Week aims to enhance fire safety, particularly…
Happy, healthy, whole: why outdoor activity is a key part of holistic education
At Park Academy Childcare we are committed to the development…
The social and emotional benefits of Nature Kindergarten for children
There is extensive research showing why the Nature Kindergarten…
Healthy back-to-school lunches that your children will love
It’s back to school time again which means it will soon be back to bedtime routines, school uniforms & packed lunches. We know parents want to provide snacks that are both nutritious & delicious but this can sometimes be a challenge. Therefore we asked our fantastic team of chefs to give us some guidance on creating a healthy packed lunch that children will also love...
Introducing the new Park Academy website
Welcome to Park Academy Childcare's brand-new website.
We've…
We've…
The Park Academy food pyramid for children aged 1-5, plus seven healthy eating tips
Food Pyramid for a healthy, nutritious and varied diet for 1-5 year old children from Park Academy’s Chef Rohan. A guide for what should and should not be included in your child's diet.
Parental Leave in Ireland – What You Need to Know
Work-life balance is becoming increasingly important to Irish employees but most particularly to working parents. The birth of a baby is a hugely pivotal time in life and most parents will want to avail of as much time off work as possible, to spend with their precious new arrival.
Our New Nutritionist Led Menus…and a Brand New Healthy Family Recipe!
At Park Academy Childcare we believe in nurturing the whole child and that includes their physical development. We know that nutritious food is so important for growing little bodies and provides children with the fuel they need to learn, run, jump and play.
Tips for Choosing a Childcare Provider
With many parents now in full-time employment, childcare has…
RTE’s Lyric Fm Visit The Nature Kindergarten – Podcast Feature
'We are losing our language for the natural world. We no longer…
Choosing a Pre-school – Our Top Tips!
It’s officially back to school season and many parents will be preparing to choose a pre-school as their child becomes eligible for ECCE funding. Here are our top tips and advice when it comes to choosing a pre-school for your little one…
The Physical Development Benefits of Nature Kindergarten for Children
There is extensive, worldwide research to support why the Nature…
Some ‘Little’ Tips For Starting ‘Big School’!
Starting ‘Big School’ is a big step for any child, and can be both exciting and all a little daunting for the children and for parents. Sarah Quinn shares some tips to help parents prepare their child for the transition to primary school.
Tips for a Hassle-Free Back to School
As parents, we want the new school year to get off to a good start - for us and our children. Our Afterschool Coordinator, Charlene has put together five of the best tips for making your child's back-to-school transition easier.
Back to School Lunchbox Ideas
Some healthy, easy to prepare, lunchbox ideas and essentials from Park Academy’s Chef Rohan. Planning your child’s packed lunches for the whole school term will help you make sure they have a healthy, balanced diet when they go back to school.
Ice Pops – Healthy, Nutritious Summer Treats
Ice pops are a great way of sneaking some fruit and vegetables into your child’s summer diet, especially if your child is a not a big fan of eating their fruit and vegetables. Here are a few nutritious, home-made ice pop recipes.
Sensory Development for Babies
At Park Academy, we know that children learn in many different ways, so we embrace a holistic approach to education from the very beginning. Our baby rooms provide many opportunities for exploration and children are enabled to learn actively within their surroundings.
Dressing for the Weather – Outdoor Clothing
Our guest blogger Annette from FourAcorns shares her advice on the best outdoor clothing for children...
Sensory Education at Nature Kindergarten
Eoghan McConigley & Cliodhna O’ Neill from Park Academy’s Nature Kindergarten explain the endless sensory benefits that the forest presents to children.
Couscous Salad
This recipe is a quick and easy way to add some variety into…
Chef Gills Winter Warmer Soup
Ingredients:
Tin of chopped tomatoes
Bag of baby leaf spinach
Handful…
Tin of chopped tomatoes
Bag of baby leaf spinach
Handful…
Turkey & Broccoli Pasta Crumble
Here is a simple, one pot, one dish recipe to use up some of…
Sugar Free Sweet Potato Brownies
This delicious and simple recipe has no added sugar. It also…
Announcing Our New Outdoor Education Programme in Wicklow!
Today we are proud to announce the expansion our outdoor education concept to our other Wicklow centres, in Greystones and Southern Cross Road in Bray.
Baby Weaning – Our Chef’s Top Tips
Babies typically start with us at Park Academy around 6 months…
Homemade Vegetable Stock
Most of our recipes in the crèche use a homemade vegetable stock…
Beef & Vegetable Shortcrust Pie
This hearty dish is new on our menu this season and so far it’s…
Tasty Nettle Ice Pops
Our Nature Kindergarten children love foraging for wild and wonderful foods around our forest, so today we decided to make Nettle Ice-Pops to cool us down in the summer heat. As none of us had even heard of Nettle Ice-Pops before, this was a bit of an adventure!
Five Surprising Benefits of Water Play!
Summer is officially in full swing and that means lots more time…
Top tips For Toilet Training
Ahhh…toilet training. It’s one of the biggest milestones…
Tasty Chicken & Vegetable Tagine With Minted Couscous
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Chef Rohan’s ‘No Sugar Homemade Tomato Sauce’
Tomato based sauces are one of the most versatile kinds and add…
Five Things We Learned…About Language Development!
‘Chatterboxes’ is a speech & language program that is…
Tips For A Healthy And Happy Easter!
Easter is just around the corner and that means one thing for…
Chef Gill’s Vegan Vice Pancakes!
Food intolerances are becoming increasingly common these days…
Quick & Easy Vegetable Noodle Stir Fry
This is the ideal meal for this time of year - tasty, warming,…
Super Shakes For Winter Protection
Smoothie makers and juicers have become very popular in the last…
Five Ways To Keep Children Active Over Christmas
Christmas is a time for family and fun but it can also be a sedentary…
Encouraging Children To Eat Their Five-A-Day
One of the biggest challenges that parents seem to encounter…
Helping The Shy Or Anxious Child To Engage In Their World
Karen O Driscoll, Speech & Language Therapist with The Adult…
Simple & Tasty Ideas For Using Your Fresh Herbs…
I am often asked how we get so much flavour into our meals without…
Helping Children To Become ‘Good Sports’
As well as the physical benefits it provides, sport can also…
Should I Give My Child Chores?
It’s a question that many parents find themselves asking ‘Should…
Lunchbox Favourites – Homemade Hummus
Hummus has become very popular in recent years and I regularly…
Top Tips For Choosing Extracurricular Activities
September is a time for new starts and many parents will be looking…
Gill’s Dairy & Egg Free Carrot Cake.
Egg or dairy intolerant?! Here’s a dessert you can enjoy!
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How To Deal With The ‘No’ Phase
It can be one of the most challenging phases of the parenting…
Benefits Of Group Activities For Children
Children love to play, and it is through play they begin to master…
Tips On Encouraging Your Children To Read
“There are many little ways to enlarge your child’s world.…
Preparing Your Child To Become A Big Brother/Sister
A new addition to the family is a very exciting time for all…
What Makes A Great Family Holiday?
Going on holidays with the children always presents its own challenges…
Forward Thinking For When The Clocks Go Forward.
It’s the time of the year again when the clocks go forward…
3 Tips for Choosing an after School Club
The term 'latchkey kid' - used to describe children who must…
