



Extra-Curricular Activities at Honey Pot Nursery
At Honey Pot Nursery, we are passionate about providing a well-rounded early years experience, filled with exciting opportunities that go beyond everyday learning. Our carefully selected extra-curricular activities offer children the chance to explore new interests, develop important skills, and have lots of fun along the way!

Babies (0-2 years) – A Gentle Start to Exploration
For our youngest learners, we provide a warm and nurturing environment where exploration happens through sensory-rich experiences. Our baby room staff are specially trained in a range of engaging activities, ensuring that each little one benefits from these gentle and enriching sessions:
Baby Sensory Classes – A magical journey of lights, textures, sounds, and movement designed to stimulate early development and curiosity in a calm and comforting way.
Baby Yoga – A wonderful introduction to gentle movement, flexibility, and coordination, encouraging body awareness and relaxation in a playful setting.
Dance Sessions – Babies love to move, and our dance sessions allow them to express themselves, develop coordination, and enjoy the joy of music and movement.
Caterpillar Music with Emma – Led by the talented Emma, these sessions bring the joy of music, rhythm, and movement to life, encouraging early communication and social skills through interactive musical play.
These activities are designed to gently nurture curiosity, promote sensory exploration, and create special moments of joy and bonding for our little ones
Toddlers (2-3 years) – Growing Independence and Confidence
As toddlers become more active and independent, we introduce a range of exciting extra-curricular activities designed to develop new skills, encourage creativity, and build confidence. All of our toddler activities are led by highly qualified professionals who are experts in their field, ensuring the highest quality learning experiences for your child.
Balanceability Bike Sessions – These sessions introduce toddlers to balance bikes, helping them develop coordination, confidence, and early cycling skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Cookery Club – A fun, hands-on experience where little chefs explore different ingredients, textures, and tastes while learning basic cooking techniques and fostering a love for healthy eating.
Gardening Club – Encouraging a love for nature, children get involved in planting, watering, and growing their own flowers and vegetables, learning about the environment and where food comes from.
Little Ninjas (Martial Arts) – A fantastic introduction to martial arts, focusing on movement, balance, coordination, and discipline in a fun and engaging way.
Diddikicks (Football) – A specially designed toddler football programme that builds confidence, teamwork, and early ball skills through structured play.
Boogie Tots – A high-energy dance class where toddlers can express themselves through movement, develop coordination, and build rhythm in a fun and engaging setting.
Rugby Tots – A structured, fun-filled introduction to rugby that helps develop agility, balance, and teamwork while building confidence and coordination.
With each session led by experienced professionals, toddlers have the opportunity to develop key skills in an exciting and engaging environment while being encouraged to try new things, build friendships, and grow in confidence.

Pre-School (3-5 years) – Exploring, Learning, and Preparing for
School
Our pre-schoolers are full of curiosity and energy, and our extra-curricular programme is designed to both challenge and inspire them. Every activity is led by highly trained professionals who are specialists in their field, ensuring that children receive expert guidance in a fun and structured way.
These activities not only support physical, creative, and cognitive development but also help to prepare children for the transition to school.
Balanceability Bike Sessions – Teaching balance, coordination, and confidence, these sessions provide the perfect stepping stone to independent cycling.
Cookery Club – A hands-on introduction to cooking, where children learn about ingredients, healthy eating, and simple recipes while developing fine motor skills and independence.
Gardening Club – Encouraging children to engage with nature by planting, watering, and growing flowers and vegetables while learning about sustainability and the seasons.
Forest School & Beach School – Taking learning outdoors, these unique sessions offer hands-on exploration of nature, problem-solving activities, and teamwork-building adventures, all while developing resilience and a love for the great outdoors.
Little Ninjas (Martial Arts) – A structured martial arts class focusing on confidence, discipline, coordination, and self-awareness in a fun and supportive environment.
Diddikicks (Football) – An engaging football programme designed to improve coordination, teamwork, and physical development through structured, age-appropriate activities.
Boogie Tots – A joyful, high-energy dance session that encourages creativity, self-expression, and rhythm through music and movement.
French Pete – A fun and interactive way for children to develop early language skills, using music, games, and stories to make learning French enjoyable and accessible.
Funzo Phonics Sessions – A dynamic and engaging phonics programme that introduces early reading skills through fun, interactive activities, helping children develop confidence in literacy before starting school.
Rugby Tots – A structured play programme introducing key rugby skills while developing agility, teamwork, and coordination in a fun and energetic way.
With each activity tailored to pre-schoolers’ growing independence and readiness for new challenges, these sessions offer an exciting and enriching experience that supports their development in a meaningful way.
Exciting Outings and Trips
Our enhanced provision includes outings and trips that are thoughtfully planned in line with our bespoke curriculum. We use electric minibuses and six-seater prams for transportation, ensuring safe and enjoyable trips for all children.

Parent Involvement
We believe in strong collaboration with parents.
We offer:
- Parent training and workshops on topics like school readiness, behaviour management, and curriculum understanding.
- Parent breakfast stations for informal conversations.
- Parent stay-and-play sessions, where you can join your child in fun, developmental activities.
- Regular events like graduation ceremonies, summer socials, nativities, Christmas shows, Easter bonnet parades, and more.

Bespoke Curriculum and Pedagogy
Our approach to learning is rooted in our own carefully designed curriculum, which ensures that children are provided with engaging, developmental experiences. We incorporate both structured and free-flow learning, adapting activities to suit each child’s needs.

Support
Our team is dedicated to supporting every child and family:
- Degree-Level Staff: Our staff are highly trained, with degree-level professionals leading the way.
- Quality Lead: Each nursery has a dedicated Quality Lead to ensure the highest standards of care and learning.
- Additional Staff: We have extra staff in each room to provide individualised support to children.
- Wellcom Screening Tool: We use the Wellcom online screening tool to assess and support children’s language and communication development, ensuring early intervention when needed.


Resources
We provide a wide range of resources to enhance your child’s learning and well-being:
- Consumables: Wipes, sun cream, and nappy cream are provided to ensure comfort and care throughout the day.
- Sensory Room: Our sensory room offers a calming space for children to explore and engage their senses.
- Interactive Learning Board: An interactive learning board helps children engage with activities in a dynamic, hands-on way.
- Online Learning Platform: Parents can track their child’s progress and stay connected through Famly, our online learning platform.
- Home Learning Packs: We provide home learning packs for parents to extend the learning experience at home.
- Communal Areas: Our nurseries are equipped with engaging communal spaces for children to socialise and interact.
Fun and Social Events
We host parties for themed events, such as birthdays and seasonal celebrations, as well as weekend parent meet-ups to strengthen our community. Our parent meet-ups include activities like birdwatching in the park, offering a chance to connect in a relaxed setting. Throughout the year, we celebrate key milestones with events such as graduation ceremonies, pantomimes at Christmas, and a festive sing-along and nativity. In the summer, we host a social gathering to bring families together, as well as a transition event to help parents and children meet their new rooms and teachers, ensuring a smooth start to the next stage of their journey.

At Honey Pot Nursery, we are committed to offering an exceptional experience for your child, helping them flourish in every aspect of their development. We look forward to working together with you to provide the very best care and education for your child.

Extra-Curricular Activities
Please see an example of our Extra-Curricular Activities timetable below for one of our nurseries. These timetables are subject to change and may differ between settings.
OUR AWARDS
NDNA Finalist 2025
Nursery of the Year - Allerton Nursery
Nursery World Award 2024
Team Development – Highly Commended
Nursery World Award 2024
Eco Schools Award 2024 - Finalist
Nursery World Award 2024
Team Development Award – Finalist
Health and Wellbeing Award – Finalist
NDNA Supporting staff well-being award
Winner 2022
ECO Schools Distinction Award 2022
Nursery World Award 2021
Team Development Award – Finalist
Nursery World Award 2020
Nursery of the Year award – Winner
Nursery World Award 2020
Eco- friendly early years award – Finalist
Nursery World Award 2019
Team Development Award – Finalist
Nursery World Award 2019
Health and Well-Being Award – Finalist
NDNA – Team Development Award
Winner 2019
NDNA – Innovative Practice Award
Runner-up 2019
Nursery Recognition Award 2019
Nursery Group – Finalist
Millie’s Mark Award 2019
Childwall and Wavertree sites awarded
Time to Change Employer Pledge 2019
“Let’s end mental health discrimination”
Millie’s Mark Award 2018
Aigburth and Garston sites awarded
Nursery World Award 2018
Early Years Launch of the Year – Finalist
Nursery World Award 2018
Team Development – Highly Commended
Children’s Food Trust
Eat Better Do Better Award 2017
Outstanding Award
Nursery World Award 2017
Nursery Food Award – Finalist
Nursery World Award 2017
Team Development Award – Highly Commended
Nursery World Award 2016
Nursery Food Award – Finalist
Family Go Live Award 2016
Best Nursery in Liverpool – Finalist
Family Go Live Award 2012
Best Nursery in Liverpool – Winner