While the babies enjoyed their own special sporting event in the baby garden, the older children moved around six different stations of sports across the field that included throwing the javelin, quoits, beanbag throwing and mini hurdles.  Dressed in their team colours of red, blue, green and yellow, the girls and boys cheered in delight as they took their turns at each event.  All the activities were designed and set up by experienced staff to challenge and develop the children’s fine and gross motor skills as well as hand-eye co-ordination, all of which are key areas of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.    

What’s more, families were welcomed to the nursery’s sports pitch to watch their children take part and enjoy the friendly, warm atmosphere that Dean Park always offers.  The best part of the day was the final activity, a series of running races for the children, staff and parents.  While the grown-ups donned their trainers, the children sped down the pitch squealing in excitement, ready to watch their families and nursery key workers run their races.  The day ended with each child being awarded a certificate of participation for their excellent efforts.