Loose Part Play
You may have heard the term loose parts (or open ended resources) used within your child’s Early Learning Centre but what exactly is it and how are they beneficial in your child’s learning journey?
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Pascals – Setting the Benchmark in Early Childhood Education.
Every parent dreams of an extraordinary life for their child. A life of joy and wonder. A life that’s meaningful and inspired.
At Pascals early childhood centres, we dream the same dream. We foster a thirst for learning, a love of exploration, and an unstoppable curiosity in our children – and we nurture tomorrow’s innovators and thinkers in an environment that’s safe, happy and engaging.
Pascals kids are supported to be all they can be, by highly experienced educators who want nothing less than the best for each and every child. Just like you.
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Hear from other parents
Pascals Blenheim has been an invaluable part of our lives for three-and-a-half years. We run a busy seven-days-a-week business which means that it’s essential for us to have reliable, quality childcare while we are not with our children. Because our girls are happy and well looked after, we can focus on work while they’re at Pascals and then spend quality time with them when we’re together as a family.
We have always felt the team at Pascals genuinely care for the girls. Throughout the years each teacher has made the effort to get to know them as individuals, celebrated their successes and supported them through their challenges. The individual touch has always been appreciated!
Casey Hilton-Pryor
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