Children at a Handsacre nursery have been learning valuable skills as part of an educational programme based around meal times.
The Cutlery and Kids day at Poppins Day Nursery saw youngsters taking part in activities aimed at fine tuning their motor skills and teaching them more about meal times.
The event was given a boost thanks to Lichfield firm Arthur Price, which took along a 3ft high knife, fork and spoon as well as giving each child a ‘first’ cutlery set.
The company, which produces a series of children’s ‘first’ cutlery sets, handed over a treat to every child taking part.
Vicky Johnson, manager of Poppins Day Nursery said: “When I saw that Arthur Price have a range of children’s cutlery sets I approached them to see if they could help with our special day as using a knife and fork not only helps develop a child’s fine motor abilities but are life skills.
“They said they loved the idea and to my astonishment said they would give every child a free children’s cutlery box gift set!”
The Princesses and Pirates themed day also featured a special lunch, including treats such as jacket potato pirate ships and golden coin cluster cakes.
Simon Price, CEO of Arthur Price, added: “I’m delighted that we have been able to put a smile on so many little faces and be part of Poppins’ Cutlery and Kids Day which is a fantastic way to educate children about cutlery and meals times through fun.”
www.thepoppinsdaynursery.co.uk
