NDNA International

NDNA is the British charity supporting nurseries across the UK and the world. Expect Tweets on the English curriculum (EYFS), plus help and advice for nurseries

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How does your nursery day look? 👀 THANK YOU for your dedication EVERY DAY to create positive environments for our children to learn, develop and thrive.

Help us spread the word about how the #FirstFiveYearsCount here: https://t.co/Qyl6vmTtNj

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It's #WorldMentalHealthDay today.

Support children and staff at your setting by saving these activities and tips to use all year round:

🥰 Emotions game: https://t.co/56e0RUP7Oc
🥰 Happiness bucket: https://t.co/E3R7xmiWE1
🥰 Affirmations: https://t.co/CmBp36xfLk

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Everyone at NDNA is shocked and saddened to hear about the tragic incident at a pre-school daycare centre in north-east Thailand.

Our deepest thoughts are with the friends and families of everyone affected at this time.

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We know that germs spread easily in childcare settings 😷 explore the world of germs & decomposition with our baggy bread activity: https://t.co/EAgMcORrdJ

Sign up to myNDNA to access a free activity and tip EVERY WEEK here: https://t.co/Z8Xe4Js8VQ

#NationalHygieneWeek

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We know that a dummy can be a source of comfort for a child who is settling and/or upset but dummy overuse may affect a child’s language development as it can restrict the mouth movements.

See our tips for supporting parents to manage this: https://t.co/Fh1lZZur9m

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England members!

To save you time, we've updated your FREE nursery policy and procedure templates in-line with new #EYFS guidance from September and are fully checked by a legal team.

Download them here: https://t.co/eBAgd8JzN3

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🌟 #myNDNA activity of the week: How to use nature to create art outdoors 🌟

Let children explore the beauty of nature and use what they can find around them to create a piece of artwork:

https://t.co/3Zs9t8ep4Z

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Today @AFNCCF is sharing a new, free resource on early years staff wellbeing! The resource is based on the views of about 1500 nursery staff & includes ideas for boosting staff wellbeing & an activity checklist.

Download the resource:
https://t.co/xjWdvZdNNs

#EarlyYearsinMind

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How does your nursery strive to be more eco-friendly?

At NDNA we've:

🌍 Moved from plastic magazine packaging to compostable packaging
🌍 Changed from plastic milk bottles to glass
🌍 Printed our magazine on FSC accredited paper
🌍 Reduced printed mailings

#PlasticFreeJuly

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🌟 9 tips for outdoor art inspiration🌟

Art is the expression of creative skill and imagination.

This week over on myNDNA we share some top tips for supporting children to express themselves artistically outdoors.🎨

https://t.co/hGZHmCjxKY

#ChildrensArtWeek #myNDNA

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Did you know that we have a free online community packed with childcare activity guides, tips and resources?

#myNDNA is the IDEAL community for practitioners to be inspired and keep up to date with our latest resources 🌟

Login or join: https://t.co/JWOFPnRgVy

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🌟 9 tips for outdoor art inspiration🌟

Art is the expression of creative skill and imagination.

This week over on myNDNA we share some top tips for supporting children to express themselves artistically outdoors.🎨

https://t.co/hGZHmCjxKY

#ChildrensArtWeek #myNDNA

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🌟 11 tips for using different types of paint brushes🌟

Encourage children to have fun painting with a range of different materials so they can explore the different effects each tool offers here: https://t.co/hGZHmCjxKY

#myNDNA

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Improve your #EYFS practice with our newly updated online courses here: https://t.co/MXG8M07md5

💻 Introduction to the EYFS
💻 Supporting birth-2-year-olds
💻 Supporting 2-3-year-olds
💻 Supporting 3-5-year-olds

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NDNA has appointed a Director of Policy and Communications and a new Director of Business Development as part of plans to enhance the support and representation the sector needs at this critical time. Find out more here: https://t.co/Ah33ccZgIW 👈

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🌟 Activity guide: how to host an Art Week at nursery🌟

Did you know it is #ChildrensArtWeek 29 June - 19 July?

This week's #myNDNA activity guide will help you host an Art Week at nursery to encourage children to express themselves through creativity: https://t.co/3Zs9t8ep4Z

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🌟 Activity guide: how to host an Art Week at nursery🌟

Did you know it is #ChildrensArtWeek 29 June - 19 July?

This week's #myNDNA activity guide will help you host an Art Week at nursery to encourage children to express themselves through creativity: https://t.co/3Zs9t8ep4Z

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🌟 11 tips for using different types of paint brushes🌟

Encourage children to have fun painting with a range of different materials so they can explore the different effects each tool offers here: https://t.co/hGZHmCjxKY

#myNDNA

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What does NDNA membership bring to your setting? 🤔

Reply below...👇

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We've had some great feedback on our live virtual classroom courses!🌟 Book for upcoming courses to help you improve your #earlyyears practice: https://t.co/QHlIZPWIDY

🥰 Role of the SENCO
👶 Baby Room Leader
📎 Revised #EYFS 2021
😀 Supporting staff well-being