SEPTEMBER
WELCOME BACK
Sneak peak of our new Early Years unit! We can’t wait to welcome you in- remember you can come for a look around at 12.45-2:45pm tomorrow!
And we’re back!!
Well done to everyone that completed their Summer Challenge over the Summer break, your creations and ideas are fantastic!
Fabulous allotment trip today, we found alot of potatoes, tomatoes and pumpkins!!! 
We are very fortunate our allotment is a 2 minute walk!
Roald Dahl Week 
How many roald dahl books can you name?
As well as settling in we have been looking at one of the children’s favourites authors!
Roald Dahl Week
Look what we have been up to this….
The Dream Catchers are from the BFG. Did you know Native Americans believed that at night the air was filled with dreams, both good and bad. They would hang the dream catcher over their beds. They had to be careful that daylight could reach it. As its name suggests, it attracts and then catches in its web all kinds of dreams and thoughts. 
We performed our own theatre shows using characters from all of Roald Dahl Books. 
We made peach / ‘plum’ from James and the Giant peach!
We had a treasure hunt to find the golden tickets from Charlie and The Chocolate Factory 
We are so pleased our Nursery and Reception children have settled in so well, we are very aware that some of the children are tired after a full day of school so we ensure that the children are engaged and we are following their lead with activities. The children have been learning a new routine and following new instructions and have all done very well 
This week in the Infants we have been looking at Well being and children’s mental health.
We have found this website a really useful tool for strategies to support children’s health. https://www.unicef.org.uk/…/UnderstandingAndSupportingM…
Why don’t you try turning negative phrases into positives and see how empowering the child feels. Instead of ‘stop running inside’ use ‘walking feet now’ instead of ‘don’t pour your drink on the floor’ use ‘I would really like to see you keep the drink in your cup’
We have been celebrating how wonderful the children are and all unique in their own way 
On Wednesday we took some Junior children for a little trip to the Reuse shop on Dark Lane as we had surplus toys. We walked through the allotment and dropped our donations off! Abby let us buy £5 worth of toys and we chose some old technology for our spy box and a skateboard to practice risky play and balancing! 
Rosh Hashanah – this week we have been been celebrating Rosh Hashanah 
We made a delicious apple cake – tried a pomegranate, played Jewish bingo!
This week we have really enhanced opportunities for children’s risky play.
Risky play offers benefits like physical development, helping children develop strength, balance, and coordination, while also fostering mental and emotional growth, building confidence, resilience, and self-esteem.
Through managing the uncertainty of risky situations, children enhance their risk assessment and decision-making skills, leading to better problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Risky play supports social development by teaching negotiation and collaboration, and helps develop brain health and a stronger sense of competence and master
Happy World Peace day 
‘Where we have peace, we have hope. Families unite, communities rebuild, children learn and play’
Wellness Wednesdays! 
Did you know… Promoting children’s and young people’s wellbeing is a key part of keeping them safe, helping them develop and ensuring they have positive outcomes into adulthood (Public Health England, 2021)
Black History Month!
Throughout October we are looking at Black History Month and influential people in history!
We believe it provides a crucial opportunity to celebrate Black culture, correct misrepresentations of history, and equip children with the knowledge to challenge racism and understand the world’s complexities.
Spooky Halloween activities at fusion! 
Did you know Halloween originated from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which celebrated the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter and is now celebrated with traditions like trick-or-treating and costumes. The word “Halloween” comes from “All Hallows’ Eve,” the night before the Christian holiday All Saints’ Day.
Did you know Halloween originated from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which celebrated the end of the harvest and the beginning of winter and is now celebrated with traditions like trick-or-treating and costumes. The word “Halloween” comes from “All Hallows’ Eve,” the night before the Christian holiday All Saints’ Day.
Happy Halloween (for next week)
This week has been spooktacular! We have been busy creating Halloween crafts, carved our pumpkin and tried some roasted pumpkin which was delicious
This week has been spooktacular! We have been busy creating Halloween crafts, carved our pumpkin and tried some roasted pumpkin which was delicious
Happy Diwali to all our families who celebrate.
Today and tomorrow we are learning about the festival of light.
Did you know – The word Diwali (or Deepavali as it’s sometimes called) means “row of lights” in an Ancient language of India, called Sanskrit. During this festival, people decorate their homes with lights and oil lamps, called diyas.
Today and tomorrow we are learning about the festival of light.
Did you know – The word Diwali (or Deepavali as it’s sometimes called) means “row of lights” in an Ancient language of India, called Sanskrit. During this festival, people decorate their homes with lights and oil lamps, called diyas.
Bonfire Night
Bonfire Night 
Did you know – Until 1959 it was against the law not to celebrate Bonfire Night. King Henry VII was the first person to ever have a fireworks display in 1486 for his wedding
Did you know – Until 1959 it was against the law not to celebrate Bonfire Night. King Henry VII was the first person to ever have a fireworks display in 1486 for his wedding
Bonfire activities today at fusion! We did sparklers and made them too!
How to stay safe- https://www.wmfs.net/safety/sparklers/
How to stay safe- https://www.wmfs.net/safety/sparklers/
Anti bullying week.
100% of the children at Fusion know what to do if someone is being unkind to them. #speakout
100% of the children at Fusion know what to do if someone is being unkind to them. #speakout
Remembrance Day-
Do you know why we use poppies as a symbol? – Poppies are used for Remembrance Day because they grew in the devastated battlefields of World War I after the fighting ended. A Canadian doctor, Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae, was inspired by the sight of these bright red flowers to write the poem “In Flanders Fields,” which then led to the poppy becoming a symbol of remembrance for those lost in conflict.
Do you know why we use poppies as a symbol? – Poppies are used for Remembrance Day because they grew in the devastated battlefields of World War I after the fighting ended. A Canadian doctor, Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae, was inspired by the sight of these bright red flowers to write the poem “In Flanders Fields,” which then led to the poppy becoming a symbol of remembrance for those lost in conflict.
Remembrance Day-
Do you know why we use poppies as a symbol? – Poppies are used for Remembrance Day because they grew in the devastated battlefields of World War I after the fighting ended. A Canadian doctor, Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae, was inspired by the sight of these bright red flowers to write the poem “In Flanders Fields,” which then led to the poppy becoming a symbol of remembrance for those lost in conflict.
Do you know why we use poppies as a symbol? – Poppies are used for Remembrance Day because they grew in the devastated battlefields of World War I after the fighting ended. A Canadian doctor, Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae, was inspired by the sight of these bright red flowers to write the poem “In Flanders Fields,” which then led to the poppy becoming a symbol of remembrance for those lost in conflict.
Happy Thanksgiving 
Thanksgiving is a holiday where people gather with family and friends to eat a big meal and be thankful for the good things in their lives, like family, health, and fun. It’s a time to show gratitude for the year’s blessings, with traditions like sharing what you’re thankful for and enjoying special foods like turkey and pumpkin pie.
Universal Children’s Day
This week the children have been in charge! They chose custard for pudding, cooking for activities, we made a Punjabi dish, litter picking and longer play times!
World Children’s Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children’s Day and is celebrated on 20 November each year to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare
CHRISTMAS
Welcome back! We have had a lovely few days settling back into the routine at Fusion. We have been focusing on new beginnings and how to keep healthy!
Desert week 
We have made lizards, cactus’s and played with the sand. We have sung ‘Alice the camel has 5 humps….’
Desert week.
We made rice coloured camel! Healthy snake sticks, sock puppet snakes, used our fine motor control to pluck from the cactus 
Jungle week 
This week we are looking at the Jungle-
Some animals that live in jungles are tigers, jaguars, elephants, and monkeys over 1/2 of the world’s plant and animals species board some form of jungle surroundings Jungles are the same as rainforests
Desert week
We have made lizards, cactus’s and played with the sand. We have sung ‘Alice the camel has 5 humps….’
Jungle week!
In the jungle the mighty jungle the lions sleep tonight….. 
Arctic week 
Did you know- Temperatures as low as –70°C have been recorded in northern Greenland. Brrrrr!
Arctic week!
We made arctic animals at breakfast club, winters scenes, chocolate penguins and arctic crafts 
We’re getting into the looooove mood! 
Did you know -The oldest known Valentine is a poem written in 1415 by Charles, Duke of Orleans, to his wife while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London.
Happy Valentine’s Day
We made pastry love letters, a science love lava experiment and decorations to celebrate love!
Happy Chinese New Year 2026! 
February marks the start of the Year of the Horse, a time symbolizing speed, passion, and, for many, the need for bold action.
As we enter this energetic year, may it bring you strength, prosperity, and swift success in all your endeavors—Gong Xi Fa Cai
Today we had a Chinese feast to celebrate.
Chinese new year activities this week 
We made our own fortune cookies – https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/fortune-cookies
Pokemon!
By popular demand, Joe has just restarted Pokemon club on a Monday and a Tuesday Afternoon at Fusion!
Reminder- children are allowed to bring their Pokemon folders to Fusion but these are not to be taken out during the school day.
All children have signed the Pokemon rules before they have joined Pokemon club so it is fair.
Our first allotment visit of 2026 
With the sun coming out we thought what a good idea to assess the allotment and see what plans we could do for this year. We picked spring onions, kale and purple sprouting broccoli!
Gardening week 
This week we have been doing lots of gardening activities such as making a worm farm 
reading some stories and making some flower bouquets
reading some stories and making some flower bouquetsWhat’s your favourite flower? 
Gardening week 
Really useful website to see how your child can get involved in during gardening week – https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/parents/gardening-with-kids/
Activities this week at fusion
We have been busy making healthy food crafts in the shape of gardens and caterpillars
Exploring sensory objects and colour mixing
The juniors have been practicing their aiming with bowling, keep going!
We have been busy making healthy food crafts in the shape of gardens and caterpillars
Exploring sensory objects and colour mixing
The juniors have been practicing their aiming with bowling, keep going!
Our first allotment visit of 2026
With the sun coming out we thought what a good idea to assess the allotment and see what plans we could do for this year. We picked spring onions, kale and purple sprouting broccoli!
Eid Mubarak to all our families who celebrate 
We have been learning about Eid and Ramadan, Shaheda showed us a sahri and her beautiful custom jewellery! We are going to be practicing with real henna tomorrow
Some interesting information about Eid and Ramadan – https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zwrvcx
We have been learning about Eid and Ramadan, Shaheda showed us a sahri and her beautiful custom jewellery! We are going to be practicing with real henna tomorrow
Some interesting information about Eid and Ramadan – https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/zwrvcx
Happy Mothers Day!
This week at Fusion we have been making lots of Mother’s Day cards and crafts and cooking. We have been celebrating all the special ladies in our lives!
This week at Fusion we have been making lots of Mother’s Day cards and crafts and cooking. We have been celebrating all the special ladies in our lives!
Happy Mothers Day
This week at Fusion we have been making and baking lots of things for the special ladies in our lives but didn’t want to spoil the surprise. We have been making flowers, cards and scones.
We hope all the special ladies enjoy their day!
Why not try making your own scones at home following this recipe.
This week at Fusion we have been making and baking lots of things for the special ladies in our lives but didn’t want to spoil the surprise. We have been making flowers, cards and scones.
We hope all the special ladies enjoy their day!
Why not try making your own scones at home following this recipe.
Happy St. Patrick’s Day 
Did you know? St. Patrick’s given name was Maewyn Succat. It wasn’t until he became a priest that he became known as Patrick!
At Fusion we have been making lots of St Patrick’s day crafts including clovers and leprechauns to celebrate.
Do you do anything for St Patrick’s day? We would love to see pictures of how your family celebrate!
Did you know? St. Patrick’s given name was Maewyn Succat. It wasn’t until he became a priest that he became known as Patrick!
At Fusion we have been making lots of St Patrick’s day crafts including clovers and leprechauns to celebrate.
Do you do anything for St Patrick’s day? We would love to see pictures of how your family celebrate!
Easter crafts 
Such a simple idea decorating carboard shaped Easter eggs! We have had fun exploring Easter sensory trays and practicing our fine motor control by scooping the correct colour into the tin.
Sunny allotment visit! 
The allotment is great for staff and children’s mental health- Gardening is known to reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance self-esteem, acting as a “green gym” 
Welcome back to the Summer Term
This week we are looking at music! We discovered today a lot of children like heavy metal 
We have made our own instruments out of junk modelling, made musical rainbows and lots of singing! 
Did you know music enhances brain function (memory, language acquisition, math skills), fosters emotional regulation and self-confidence, and strengthens social bonds through shared rhythmic experiences. Regular engagement helps build patience, discipline, and motor skill!
Our musical themed week has been a hit with all ages, look at our rockstar nursery group! 
Here’s a quick quiz for the adults at home:
What singer has had a Billboard No. 1 hit in each of the last four decades?
What was Freddie Mercury real name?
Which member of the Avengers had a brief stint as a pop star?
Which artist’s entire 1985 Live Aid set consisted of just a single cover song?
Write your answers in the comments 
St George day is believed to be the the date of St George’s martyrdom in 303AD.
He is famously known for slaying a dragon, symbolising a triumph between good and evil.
At fusion we have explored his history through stories, crafts and recreating his famous dragon battle!
Happy St George’s Day 
What is it?
St. George’s Day, celebrated on April 23rd, is England’s national day honoring St. George, a brave knight who, according to legend, saved a village from a fearsome dragon. It is a time for flying the English flag (a red cross on white), wearing red roses, and celebrating bravery, kindness, and English traditions
What is it?
St. George’s Day, celebrated on April 23rd, is England’s national day honoring St. George, a brave knight who, according to legend, saved a village from a fearsome dragon. It is a time for flying the English flag (a red cross on white), wearing red roses, and celebrating bravery, kindness, and English traditions
World Earth Day 
We have really enjoyed learning about the world today and how we keep our planet safe!
We made seed bombs today – we would love to see your seeds grow!
DIY flower bombs (seed bombs) are easy, eco-friendly, and perfect for gardening, made by mixing 5 parts peat-free compost, 1-2 parts clay powder (or clay soil), 1 part wildflower seeds, and water. Roll into small balls, let them dry, and toss onto bare soil in spring or autumn
We have really enjoyed learning about the world today and how we keep our planet safe!
We made seed bombs today – we would love to see your seeds grow!
DIY flower bombs (seed bombs) are easy, eco-friendly, and perfect for gardening, made by mixing 5 parts peat-free compost, 1-2 parts clay powder (or clay soil), 1 part wildflower seeds, and water. Roll into small balls, let them dry, and toss onto bare soil in spring or autumn
What a lovely week at fusion! 
Exploration with petal and potion making
chilling out in the cosy area reading in the shade
Helping tidy up after dinner and being a kind friend
Pitta bread cooking
Exploration with petal and potion making
chilling out in the cosy area reading in the shade
Helping tidy up after dinner and being a kind friend
Pitta bread cooking
This week we have started a new initiative at Fusion!
MOVE It Monday
TRY IT Tuesday
WONDER Wednesday
TEAMWORK Thursday
FEEL GOOD Friday
This week we have tried Mirroring movements on Monday and Toe Drawing Tuesday!
What will we do on Wednesday? 
To kick start our ‘People in our Community/People Who Help Us’ topic we had the lovely Justin come to Fusion today to talk to us about Running the London Marathon and exercise.
Justin has ran 5 marathons with a PB of 2 hours 54minutes which shows his determination and resilience during his training to achieve this! He spoke to us about the importance of training and his sleep schedule of going to bed at 8.30pm and up at 5.30am, he told us about the importance of fuelling our bodies and the food he needed to eat before racing! We’re in awe of you Justin, thank you for sharing your passion with us! 
Luke came in today to talk to the children about the Lorries he drives and how he delivers the food to the supermarkets. He told us how long they are and we learnt about the truck driving licences- class 1 and class 2.
He told us what his job involves, what he has to wear and that he even sleeps in the lorry! Some even have a microwave and tv
And a PlayStation!
Thank you Luke for coming in to talk to us and for answering all of our questions.
People who Help us! 
Today we visited the Recycling centre to see how they help the community recycle.
Did you know -recycling one aluminum can powers a TV for 3 hours, and paper can be recycled in just six days.
Visit the recycling centre website here- https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/…/harpenden-household…
Did you know there is now a defibrillator out the front now!
Today we had August’s lovely mum into Fusion to talk about being a Midwife. We listened well and learnt a lot about babies and how to keep them safe once they are born ! Did you know a new born weighs the same as a bag of sugar?!
NIcole measured Becca’s bump too!
Thank you for coming to talk to us 
People Who Help Us – Fire Fighters 
We enjoyed learning about what Fire Fighters do and how they help us! We practiced putting a fire out and practiced our Fire Evacuation Plan! We have half tee my fire drills so the children are prepared.
We did some lovely singing of London Burning and made it into a round
Emery’s mum, Dr Tash came into talk to us about being a surgeon.
We asked her lots of questions, learnt how to do a dip stick test and learnt that in the olden days Dr’s used to test the urine for diabetes by tasting it.
Dr’s have to work very hard and we learnt about shift work!
We bandaged each other up, used the stethoscope to listen to our hearts and tried on some scrubs!
Thank you so much to Dr Tash for coming to tell us about how she helps us and how important her job is. Inspired the next generation.
Happy St George’s Day
What is it?
St. George’s Day, celebrated on April 23rd, is England’s national day honoring St. George, a brave knight who, according to legend, saved a village from a fearsome dragon. It is a time for flying the English flag (a red cross on white), wearing red roses, and celebrating bravery, kindness, and English traditions
What is it?
St. George’s Day, celebrated on April 23rd, is England’s national day honoring St. George, a brave knight who, according to legend, saved a village from a fearsome dragon. It is a time for flying the English flag (a red cross on white), wearing red roses, and celebrating bravery, kindness, and English traditions
World Earth Day
We have really enjoyed learning about the world today and how we keep our planet safe!
We made seed bombs today – we would love to see your seeds grow!
DIY flower bombs (seed bombs) are easy, eco-friendly, and perfect for gardening, made by mixing 5 parts peat-free compost, 1-2 parts clay powder (or clay soil), 1 part wildflower seeds, and water. Roll into small balls, let them dry, and toss onto bare soil in spring or autumn
We have really enjoyed learning about the world today and how we keep our planet safe!
We made seed bombs today – we would love to see your seeds grow!
DIY flower bombs (seed bombs) are easy, eco-friendly, and perfect for gardening, made by mixing 5 parts peat-free compost, 1-2 parts clay powder (or clay soil), 1 part wildflower seeds, and water. Roll into small balls, let them dry, and toss onto bare soil in spring or autumn