As summer comes to an end, we can start to say goodbye to family picnics and sunny walks in the local park and hello to activities inside in the warmth. Nature and the outdoors are a key pillar of education and play at both Little...
Starting Primary School is one of the most important milestones a child experiences. For some, it will be a huge change to their daily routine, they will be away from friendships they have created within the nursery and for others it may be the first...
The Covid-19 pandemic meant cancelled birthday parties, playdates, sports, classes, closed schools and playgroups and an end to most other activities where young children typically get to spend time socialising. For little ones born just before or within the lockdown itself, this would have been...
As our nurseries continue to grow, we have open vacancies at both our Greenwich Nursery and Forest Hill Nursery. Working at Little Cubs Academy differs from other nurseries, and we are always on the lookout for unique staff members that can join our team and...
After 70 years of service, the Queen will become the first British monarch to be celebrated with a Platinum Jubilee. At Little Cubs Academy our nurseries in Greenwich and Forest Hill will be celebrating the Jubilee with our children and have planned a super fun tea...
As a day nursery and pre-school, we proudly follow the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) which covers seven crucial areas of a child’s development in order to create a great foundation and prepare little ones for the transition into Reception. Here at Little Cubs Academy,...
At Little Cubs Academy, both our Greenwich nursery and Forest Hill nursery are proud to incorporate Forest School teaching within our Early Years curriculum. What is Forest School? Forest school (FS) is a specialised approach to outdoor learning that aims to develop confidence and self-esteem through hands-on...
As Spring approaches and the Easter holidays are nearing, the team at Little Cubs Academy have compiled a list of super fun activities for families to enjoy on our Greenwich doorstep! Ted’s Space Adventure at the Royal Observatory Greenwich’s Royal Observatory has been a family favourite...
As an adult, you may have felt the effects of Blue Monday on the 17th of January and with Children's Mental Health Week taking place on 7-13 February 2022, the team at Little Cubs Academy wanted to share positive tips on how to combat mental health...
In the lead up the Christmas nursery is the best place to be! Our nursery in Greenwich and nursery in Forest Hill have had heaps of fun with the children creating amazing Christmas memories that allow the little ones to learn through the art of...
