22 Street Lane Nursery - February 2026 Newsletter

February Newsletter NEWS

Children’s Mental Health Week: Monday 9th - Friday 15th February The theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2026 is “This is My Place”, focusing on helping children and young people feel a sense of belonging within the places and communities that support them.

From 9th February, we will be dedicating the week to exploring this important topic. The children will spend time talking about their feelings, recognising emotions, and learning strategies to express themselves in healthy ways. We will be reading a range of emotion focused books, including “The Colour Monster” and “I Feel Angry”, to support these discussions. Some of the children will also enjoy calming and wellbeing focused activities such as: • Visiting Roundhay Park for some outdoor mindfulness • Taking part in yoga sessions in the garden • Making healthy fruit and vegetable smoothies to explore how good food supports a healthy mind We look forward to a nurturing and supportive week that helps every child feel confident, valued, and understood.

Ramadan: Tuesday 17th February - Wednesday 18th March During February and March, some of our families will be observing Ramadan, a special month in the Islamic calendar. Ramadan is a time for kindness, caring for others, and thinking about how we can be patient and helpful. At nursery, we will be learning about the values of sharing, gratitude, and community through stories and activities. We will also talk about how different families have different traditions and celebrations, helping the children learn about respect and understanding. If any families would like to share something about how they mark Ramadan at home, we would love to hear from you!