Did you know you might be eligible for free childcare? In September 2024, new government funding plans were announced, giving parents the opportunity to receive free childcare for their children. If you or someone you know has little ones from the ages of 9 months to 3 years old, read on to find out how to access fully funded childcare for 2025.

How can you get your child to eat more fruit and veg? We know how difficult it can be to get your little ones to eat their 5-a-day, but we also know how important it is for them to grow and stay healthy. We’ve made a list of some great recipe ideas, as well as some tips and tricks for making fruit, vegetables, and mealtime more appealing. 

Today is National Nursery Practitioner Day, and to celebrate, we want to share a special thanks to all our staff at Muddy Boots. We are so grateful for our hardworking staff, and we know you are too! If there’s any staff members you’d like to celebrate, share your kind words and thanks to them in the comments on our Instagram and Facebook page!

How can you use creative activities for development? At Muddy Boots we focus on developing a child’s individual personalities through a variety of different ways. Inspired by the way we work, we’ve come up with a list of creative activities for you and your little ones to do at home. From (relatively) mess free activities to those that might make an extra load of laundry, there’s something here for everyone.

What books can you read with your child to help them embrace identity and diversity? Here at Muddy Boots, we know how vital it is to encourage individuality and diversity, which is why we focus on developing the uniqueness of every child. To help your children celebrate their own uniqueness, we have compiled a Top 10 list of books to read with your little ones.

Building self-esteem in nursery children is like planting the seeds for a bright, confident future. It influences their ability to tackle challenges, form healthy relationships, and develop a positive self-image. For nursery children, fostering self-esteem is crucial. Here are some practical strategies our Muddy Boots educators use that you can do at home.

Looking for exciting, family-friendly days out in Yorkshire? To help you and your children explore the outdoors, we’ve compiled a list of fantastic parks and nature trails in and around Yorkshire that reflect the Muddy Boots way of life. From atmospheric woodland walks, to railway rides and castle tours, there’s a little bit of everything to keep your family happy.

Want to find your next day out in York? At Muddy Boots we value the importance of getting children outside, letting them be curious as they explore the environment around them. If you want to bring the Muddy Boots ethos home with you, why not visit one of these amazing spaces in York to get your little slice of adventure, locally.