Develop and grow

A great start in life for children aged 0-5 is crucial for their overall development.

There are small steps you can take with your child that will help them grow big and strong and ready to start school. 

Every child develops at different stages, but we believe if they try these ten adventures, it will boost their health, strength, balance, independence and confidence.

Eat a rainbow
Eat a rainbow
This is a fun way to introduce healthy eating. Eating a rainbow of foods gives your child all the vitamins and nutrients they need to grow big and strong.

Splash in a swimming pool
Splash in a swimming pool
Swimming helps your child build strong muscles, learn to balance, and feel comfortable in water. It can also help lay the foundations for a lifelong love of swimming and water safety.

Stamp and crunch on autumn leaves
Stamp and scrunch the autumn leaves
Jumping, stamping, and crunching leaves is a wonderful way for your child to have a sensory adventure, be active and explore different textures.

Grow your own food
Grow your own food
Growing food is a fun and hands-on learning experience that you can share together. It teaches your child about where their food comes from and encourages healthy eating habits.

Walk, hop, skip, or run across the Ironbridge
Walk/hop/skip or run across the Ironbridge
Being active helps your child build strong muscles, improve balance, and learn to control their body.

Put on shoes and coat
Putting on own shoes and coats
Learning to put on shoes and coats helps your child become more independent and builds their confidence. It also strengthens their little fingers and improves coordination.

Use a potty or toilet independently
Use a potty or toilet independently
This big step helps your child feel more grown-up and confident. It is an important part of learning self-care and getting ready for school.

Eat with utensils
Eat with utensils
Learning to use utensils helps your child feed themselves and develops the fine motor skills they will need for writing and other tasks.

Learn to brush teeth with supervision
Develop and grow
Brushing teeth keeps your child's smile healthy and prevents cavities. It's an important part of a daily routine.

Visit the town park and use the equipment
Visit the town park and use the equipment
Parks are fantastic places for children to run, jump, and play. It helps them develop physical and social skills while having fun.