HDC Dartmouth

04/11/2026

4 days to go until our very first Pudsey Party! 🧸
We are very excited and can't wait to see you all there 🎉
Get your tickets today! 🎟️

🎉💛 PUDSEY PARTY!! 💛🎉

We’re SO excited to be hosting our very first Pudsey Party, raising money for the wonderful BBC Children in Need! 🐻💛

We’d love for you and your families to join us for an afternoon packed full of fun on:

📅 Sunday 8th November
⏰ 3pm – 5.30pm
📍 Townstal Community Hall

🎟️ Tickets:
👧 £2 per child
👩 £1 per accompanying adult

We’ve got an amazing afternoon planned, including:

🎨 Face painting
🎶 Disco, music & dancing
🧸 Soft play
✨ Glowsticks
🎟️ Raffle with some AMAZING prizes
🍰 Cakes & sweets for sale
⭐ Pudsey-themed activities for all ages

We’re incredibly grateful to the wonderful local businesses who have donated prizes and supported our event. ❤️

Our party is open to EVERYONE! 🥳 We’d absolutely love to see as many of you as possible and, together, raise as much money as we can for such a fantastic cause. 💛

⚠️ Tickets are limited as the hall has a set capacity, so we strongly recommend purchasing yours in advance to avoid disappointment!

🎟️ Tickets are available from HDC Dartmouth.
Alternatively, email [email protected] to arrange your tickets.

Let’s get together, have some fun and make a difference for Children in Need! 🐻💛

We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

04/11/2026

Little discoveries lead to big learning 🌍

It's planting a seed, spotting a minibeast, watching the seasons change and discovering something new about the world around us.

At our nurseries, Wonderful World encourages children to explore nature, follow their curiosity and learn through everyday experiences. From digging in the garden to caring for their surroundings, children develop confidence, new skills and an understanding of how small actions can make a big difference.

Discover more about Wonderful World: https://www.theoldstationnursery.co.uk/wonderful-world-nursery-learning/

04/11/2026

Food is more than a mealtime. 🍎

It’s trying new flavours, sharing stories around the table, learning where food comes from and building confidence to make choices for themselves.

At our nurseries, food is part of everyday learning. From growing and preparing ingredients to enjoying nutritious meals together, children have plenty of opportunities to explore, discover and develop healthy habits along the way.

Because mealtimes aren’t just about what’s on the plate. They’re about learning, connecting and growing.

Discover more about our approach to nursery food, mealtimes and menus: https://tosngroup.co/3Wgh5eM

02/11/2026

👩‍🍳 Little hands, big learning opportunities! 🍎

From mixing and measuring to pouring and preparing, cooking with children is about so much more than making something tasty!

Through our Cookery Enhancement, children have opportunities to explore new ingredients, build confidence, develop independence and discover important skills through hands-on experiences.
Our latest blog explores how cooking supports everything from early maths and communication to creativity, problem-solving and school readiness.

🥕 Discover the wonderful benefits of cooking with little ones: https://tosngroup.co/4dxhwY5

31/10/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻

We’ve had a spookily busy week here at hdc! From trick-or-treating with our friends from The Fleet Care Home to pumpkin picking, we’ve had lots of Halloween fun and made some lovely memories along the way! 🧡

We hope you all have a wonderful evening celebrating. Stay safe, have fun and enjoy all the spooky festivities!

If you’re out trick-or-treating this evening, we would LOVE to see your little ones’ Halloween outfits! Feel free to share your photos in the comments below! 👻🎃

Happy Halloween, everyone!

27/10/2026

🍓 Little snacks for busy little explorers! 🥕

From fruit and yoghurt to savoury bites and simple homemade treats, finding healthy snacks your toddler will enjoy doesn't have to be complicated!

Our latest blog is full of easy, nutritious snack ideas to try at home, along with helpful tips on introducing variety, creating healthy routines and preparing food safely.

🍌 Discover some tasty inspiration for your little one: https://tosngroup.co/4zWgi1g

27/10/2026

Tickets are selling fast!! Don't miss out on our afternoon of fun for all the family!

Get your tickets before they go 😀

🎉💛 PUDSEY PARTY!! 💛🎉

We’re SO excited to be hosting our very first Pudsey Party, raising money for the wonderful BBC Children in Need! 🐻💛

We’d love for you and your families to join us for an afternoon packed full of fun on:

📅 Sunday 8th November
⏰ 3pm – 5.30pm
📍 Townstal Community Hall

🎟️ Tickets:
👧 £2 per child
👩 £1 per accompanying adult

We’ve got an amazing afternoon planned, including:

🎨 Face painting
🎶 Disco, music & dancing
🧸 Soft play
✨ Glowsticks
🎟️ Raffle with some AMAZING prizes
🍰 Cakes & sweets for sale
⭐ Pudsey-themed activities for all ages

We’re incredibly grateful to the wonderful local businesses who have donated prizes and supported our event. ❤️

Our party is open to EVERYONE! 🥳 We’d absolutely love to see as many of you as possible and, together, raise as much money as we can for such a fantastic cause. 💛

⚠️ Tickets are limited as the hall has a set capacity, so we strongly recommend purchasing yours in advance to avoid disappointment!

🎟️ Tickets are available from HDC Dartmouth.
Alternatively, email [email protected] to arrange your tickets.

Let’s get together, have some fun and make a difference for Children in Need! 🐻💛

We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

19/10/2026

🍎 Stuck for toddler mealtime inspiration? 🥕

From breakfast favourites to simple lunches and family-friendly dinners, deciding what to feed your little one every day isn't always easy, especially when their favourite foods seem to change overnight!

Our latest blog is packed with simple, nutritious toddler meal ideas, alongside helpful tips on portion sizes, introducing new foods and making mealtimes a little less stressful.

🥦 Take a look and discover some new ideas to try at home: https://tosngroup.co/4yfpRXI

12/10/2026

🍎 Healthy eating is about so much more than what's on the plate! 🥕

From exploring new textures and flavours to growing vegetables, preparing simple recipes and getting creative with food, there are so many ways to make healthy eating fun and engaging for little ones.

Our latest blog explores how everyday food activities can encourage curiosity, build confidence and support children's learning and development through play.

🥦 Discover some fun ideas to try with your little one: https://tosngroup.co/4BhfTIm

09/10/2026

Food is more than a mealtime. 🍎

It’s trying new flavours, sharing stories around the table, learning where food comes from and building confidence to make choices for themselves.

At our nurseries, food is part of everyday learning. From growing and preparing ingredients to enjoying nutritious meals together, children have plenty of opportunities to explore, discover and develop healthy habits along the way.

Because mealtimes aren’t just about what’s on the plate. They’re about learning, connecting and growing.

Discover more about our approach to nursery food, mealtimes and menus: https://tosngroup.co/4jOKF4N