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Pop Up Play Village UK Pop up Play Village is an exciting play experience for children who love to role play!

Feedback Friday! Don't just take our word for it, here is an amazing review from a customer who booked a party with Kell...
15/11/2024

Feedback Friday! Don't just take our word for it, here is an amazing review from a customer who booked a party with Kelly at Pop Up Play Village in and around Camberley and Woking. Thanks very much for the great review Kathryn!

15/11/2024

Our most asked question?

Do you set this up at home for your own children? 🤣

We would love to say yes all the time and I think I can speak for most of us that it’s so lovely being able to have these kind of resources at home, but after 550,000 brick picks ups, 20,000 carrots back in the supermarket baskets and 1 million hair clips removed for the hairdressers head, sometimes it’s just not the day 🤣

We’d love to hear about whether your job is something that your kids can take advantage of? Tell us in the comments…

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To fundraise for BBC Children in Need, we are going to be holding a Virtual Duck Race! This is going to be a great way t...
15/11/2024

To fundraise for BBC Children in Need, we are going to be holding a Virtual Duck Race! This is going to be a great way to fundraise whilst having some fun at the same time! The person with the winning duck will receive a food hamper in the post gifted from Pop Up Play Village!

To enter, visit our Duck Race page here and create a duck: https://www.balloonrace.net/pupv

Then once you have done this, head over to our BBC Children in Need Just Giving page to donate to the fundraiser: https://www.justgiving.com/page/pop-up-play-village-duckrace

It's as simple as that to enter! Then on the 17th November at 5pm, the Duck Race will begin which can be watched online. The winning duck is the duck to cross the finishing line first at 7pm!

14/11/2024

How long have you been thinking about it?

Working for yourself, starting a business? We thought about it for a long time, but what most of our franchises said as soon as they started. ‘I can’t believe I just didn’t start sooner’.

It’s hard to take that leap of faith, but you get out what you put in, so if you are ready to work hard, start and grow your own business now, getting to be in control of when and how much you work, get in touch today.

Pop Up Play Village is a ready made business model that you get to put your own spin on, using your personality to be unique. If you agree with us and are passionate about offering our amazing learning and play experience in your community I’d love to tell you more.

Drop me a message and I’ll do just that.

Calling all Heads, Teachers, TAs, Nursery and Preschool Staff, PTA members ⬇️⬇️⬇️We can set up our role play village in ...
14/11/2024

Calling all Heads, Teachers, TAs, Nursery and Preschool Staff, PTA members ⬇️⬇️⬇️

We can set up our role play village in your nursery, pre-school or primary school to offer your children the chance to explore and play in their own unique village.

Choose from a variety of different role play areas to suit your setting. We can theme our village to meet the requirements of a class topic, school value or celebration.

We also have brand new 5 week programmes which focuses on key areas of learning:

- Communication and Language
- Problem Solving
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development
- Writing for a Purpose

In these sessions, we set up our role play village for the children to learn through play with the focus being on developing a specific area of learning as well as the benefits of our village being cross curricular too.

Each week we will build on what we have been learning the previous week so that by the end of the 5 week programme, the children have had a high quality learning experience purely through play.

Do send us a message if you would be interested in more information for your setting or your child's school.

To fundraise for BBC Children in Need, we are going to be holding a Virtual Duck Race! This is going to be a great way t...
12/11/2024

To fundraise for BBC Children in Need, we are going to be holding a Virtual Duck Race!

This is going to be a great way to fundraise whilst having some fun at the same time! The person with the winning duck will receive a food hamper in the post gifted from Pop Up Play Village!

To enter, visit our Duck Race page here and create a duck: https://buff.ly/3NT2DC1

Then once you have done this, head over to our BBC Children in Need Just Giving page to donate to the fundraiser: https://buff.ly/3AqKgBo

It's as simple as that to enter! Then on the 17th November at 5pm, the Duck Race will begin which can be watched online. The winning duck is the duck to cross the finishing line first at 7pm!

12/11/2024

Sunday lunch with Pop Up Play Village - Basingstoke at The Wellington Arms! Amazing!😍

Let's take a look at our journey working with schools and early years settings. Take a read of our blog here written by ...
11/11/2024

Let's take a look at our journey working with schools and early years settings. Take a read of our blog here written by our franchisor and creator Becky:

I’ve always had a passion for supporting children’s learning, this passion is what led me to train as a teacher. I absolutely loved my teaching career and I look back on it with fantastic memories. When I had my second child in 2016, it was evident that I would not be able to continue teaching whilst my children were little. There just wasn’t the flexibility in a teaching career that I needed to be around for my family and this was when our Pop Up Play Village journey started!

In the summer of 2019, we decided that we wanted to be able to link Pop Up Play Village with learning in schools. It is an extremely educational role play village where every role play area was designed with a focus on what the children are learning whilst they play. We decided to create EYFS and KS1 curriculum planning which enabled any of our role play areas to be taken into schools and early years settings to teach most aspects of these curriculums. We now also have KS2 planning too!

Once the planning had been created, I had that buzz to get back into schools and early years settings to pilot our curriculum plans and I was not disappointed. In the Autumn of 2019, I started working fortnightly at a local preschool and then in January 2020, I also starting working weekly in a FS2 class in a local primary school and I am still in both of these settings today! Being able to go into settings and work with the same group of children has been incredible and because I am there regularly, I can see the benefits that the children get from learning through role play.

So, what are some of the benefits of educating children through role play?

The most noticeable benefit of learning through role play is the excitement that it brings children to want to learn. When the children come in and see what play areas have popped up for them each week, there is a class of children wanting to get stuck into learning which is just what is needed to achieve high quality learning.

The role play areas and opportunities for learning within them are targeted at a specific age group and what they need to learn when we go into educational settings. We work with each setting to plan sessions that are following key learning objectives that they are currently learning in school or following a specific topic to enhance their learning further. For example, for children in a FS2 class who are just learning to write, there are writing opportunities in every play area. This enables the children to practise their phonics and early writing skills in a relaxed environment where they are writing for a purpose.

What I have noticed from working with the same groups of children is that their play develops over time and the children challenge themselves further as they become more familiar with each role play area. This independent child led learning through first hand experiences is such a powerful way to learn. The beauty of it is that the children don’t even realise that they are learning, they think they are just playing.

Another major benefit from learning through role play is that it is a very sociable way to learn. Children develop the skills to work alongside and with others, it encourages team work and develops children’s communication and language skills. This is all done in a play based way again for a purpose making it easier for children to be able to develop these skills.

Role play is truly an amazing way for children to learn, it enables them to learn from first-hand experience, it gives them opportunities to learn about the world around them and test out ideas in a safe and relaxing environment. It is also lots of fun and a great way to stimulate a class of children to learn.

If you would like to find out more information about our work with schools and early years settings, do get in contact with either myself at [email protected] or contact your local franchise for more information.

“At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them”
11/11/2024

“At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them”

To fundraise for BBC Children in Need, we are going to be holding a Virtual Duck Race! This is going to be a great way t...
10/11/2024

To fundraise for BBC Children in Need, we are going to be holding a Virtual Duck Race! This is going to be a great way to fundraise whilst having some fun at the same time! The person with the winning duck will receive a food hamper in the post gifted from Pop Up Play Village!

To enter, visit our Duck Race page here and create a duck: https://buff.ly/3NT2DC1

Then once you have done this, head over to our BBC Children in Need Just Giving page to donate to the fundraiser: https://buff.ly/3AqKgBo

It's as simple as that to enter! Then on the 17th November at 5pm, the Duck Race will begin which can be watched online. The winning duck is the duck to cross the finishing line first at 7pm!

Feedback Friday! Don't just take our word for it, here is an amazing review from a customer who booked a party with Eric...
08/11/2024

Feedback Friday! Don't just take our word for it, here is an amazing review from a customer who booked a party with Erica and Megan at Pop Up Play Village Basingstoke and Reading. Thanks very much for the great review Ali!

Our competition winner has been drawn! A huge congratulations to Kay Stro! 🎉
07/11/2024

Our competition winner has been drawn! A huge congratulations to Kay Stro! 🎉

It's National Stress Awareness Day. To mark this day, I thought it would be good to share this quote from Erma Bombeck w...
06/11/2024

It's National Stress Awareness Day. To mark this day, I thought it would be good to share this quote from Erma Bombeck which I've found useful to remember when times can be tough:

''Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but never gets you anywhere.''

Here’s our 10 reasons why we think our parties are stress free and perfect for young children: - You don’t need to do a...
05/11/2024

Here’s our 10 reasons why we think our parties are stress free and perfect for young children:

- You don’t need to do any prep on the build up to the party, we will have the entertainment covered for the whole duration of the party.

- Each Pop Up Play Village party is unique as the birthday child and their family can pick out the play areas that they would like. This is such a special thing to do and it builds up excitement for the party.

- Our village is flexible to suit the space which means we can run big or small parties in a large or a smaller space, in a venue or even in your house. The choice is yours to make!

- On the day of the party, there is no setting up required when you book a party with us. We do all the setting up of the entertainment so that you can enjoy getting ready for the party with your little one.

- On arrival at a Pop Up Play Village party, we find that the children settle quickly into enjoying the party. Sometimes parties can be daunting for little ones but we find that because our village is child led exploratory play, they get stuck in playing straight away.

- Our parties are brilliant for mixed ages which is great as there are often a variety of ages attending a party and it enables all children to have a great time together.

- We often get complimented by guests that our parties are calm and relaxed which tends to mean the children are happy and engrossed in their play. Our village is fun, engaging and can entertain children for hours as the children let their imaginations run wild.

- At our parties, it is not just about the children, we want the adults attending to have a great time too. Whilst the children are engrossed in their play, adults can enjoy the occasion and socialise with friends and family.

- At the end of a party, the little ones are usually tired and the last thing you want to do is to spend ages tidying up. Our village is mess free and we tidy and pack it all up.

- After the party is over, you will have the special memories captured through the party photos that we have taken for you. We love capturing these special moments!

Remember, remember the 5th November! Happy bonfire night! If you have plans to celebrate, we hope that you have a great ...
05/11/2024

Remember, remember the 5th November! Happy bonfire night! If you have plans to celebrate, we hope that you have a great time!

It's Dinovember at some of our franchise locations this month! You can join us for a 🦖 Roarsome Time! Visit our website ...
04/11/2024

It's Dinovember at some of our franchise locations this month! You can join us for a 🦖 Roarsome Time!

Visit our website to find out where we are popping up near you this month: https://popupplayvillage.co.uk/our-locations/

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Our most asked question? Do you set this up at home for your own children? 🤣 We would love to say yes all the time and I think I can speak for most of us that it’s so lovely being able to have these kind of resources at home, but after 550,000 brick picks ups, 20,000 carrots back in the supermarket baskets and 1 million hair clips removed for the hairdressers head, sometimes it’s just not the day 🤣 We’d love to hear about whether your job is something that your kids can take advantage of? Tell us in the comments… #mumtribe #mumsgroup #mumsgroups #newmumfriends #playdates #roleplayvillage #childrensfranchise #childrensroleplayvillage -#mobileroleplayvillage #childrensclassesuk #childrensroleplay #roleplayathome #popupplayvillage

How long have you been thinking about it? Working for yourself, starting a business? We thought about it for a long time, but what most of our franchises said as soon as they started. ‘I can’t believe I just didn’t start sooner’. It’s hard to take that leap of faith, but you get out what you put in, so if you are ready to work hard, start and grow your own business now, getting to be in control of when and how much you work, get in touch today. Pop Up Play Village is a ready made business model that you get to put your own spin on, using your personality to be unique. If you agree with us and are passionate about offering our amazing learning and play experience in your community I’d love to tell you more. Drop me a message and I’ll do just that. #popupplayvillage #roleplayvillage #kidsroleplay #childrensfranchise #childrensroleplayvillage #mobileroleplayvillage #childrensentertainment #childrensroleplay #newfranchise #selfemployed #businessowner #muminbusiness #dadinbusiness #womeninbusiness #meninbusiness

Sunday lunch with Pop Up Play Village - Basingstoke at The Wellington Arms! Amazing!😍

Wednesday's Role Play At Home ~ Witches Brewing Station 🧪 🧙 As we love imaginative play so much, we will be sharing some fun ideas of how you can role play with your children at home. This station is so easy to set up, just use your dining table and include the following: ~ Cauldrons or bowls ~ Spatula for stirring ~ bug or small animal toys ~ role play food ~ eyeballs (mine are from home bargains) you could use ping pong balls ~ Duplo or Lego pieces Anything from around the house. Just be sure to name it something that is a little bit spooky, to really get your child’s imagination running wild 🫶🏻

Does your child learn the same way as other children? This is a question that more and more parents are asking themselves. When most of us were younger, it was very much one way fits all. Parents are now questioning more about the alternative ways that their child can learn and seeking new opportunities for this. In order for children to thrive, learn and develop their basic skills they need to be exposed to a number of learning environments. At Pop Up Play Village we pride ourselves on our values and Fuelling Children’s Imagination is up there at the top. Our village is designed to encourage children to explore on their own terms in a safe environment, in turn allowing them to create their own way to learn. #popupplayvillage #childrensfranchise #kidsroleplay #childrensroleplayvillage #mobileroleplayvillage #childrensactivities #childrensroleplay #learnthroughplay #learningthroughplay #childledplay #fuellingimagination #imaginativeplay

Did you know that our role play village is suitable for children aged 0-8 years old ❤️ Pop Up Play Village has been designed with siblings in mind, to ensure that children of all ages can explore, create and engage in imaginative play. Keep both children happy whether they are 1yrs old and 3yrs old or 6months old and 4yrs old, we can guarantee you that they will have the best time. #siblinglove #siblings #childrensclassesuk #mobileroleplayvillage #childrensroleplayvillage #kidsroleplay #childrensactivities #roleplayvillage #childrensroleplay #popupplayvillage

This Potion Making activity is such a hit every single year and it’s so easy to do at home, here’s what you’ll need 🧙‍♀️ - White Vinegar - Bi Carbonate of Soda - Teaspoon - Bowl (I ordered mini cauldrons and pumpkins from Amazon) Spoon 2 teaspoons of bicarb (magic fair dust) into a bowl and add a teaspoon of white vinegar (Bug Juice). Watch the potion bubble and fizz and just add more of each ingredient as you like 🎃 It really is as simple as that and will keep your children entertained for ages. You could also add some food colouring to make the potions even more exciting 🫶🏻 For more Halloween activities to do at home head to our website link below ⬇️ https://popupplayvillage.co.uk/pop-up-play-village-resources/ #halloweencraft #halloweenpotion #halloweenpotions #halloweenactivities #halloweenactivitiesforkids #halloweenroleplay #kidspotionmaking #halloweenideas #halloweenpotionmaking #fizzingpumpkins #popupplayvillage

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Pop Up Play Village is a fun, inspirational place for children from birth to around 8 years old. It is a portable play village that features a supermarket, hospital, baby nursery, vets, construction site, Usborne library and café! On our event days, we also feature an art studio where children can get creative by choosing a craft to decorate and take home.

Children can feed, dress and look after the babies in the nursery. They can be a waiter or order food from the menu at the cafe. At the hospital, they can dress up as a doctor or nurse or be a patient who needs to get better! At the vets, they can bring their poorly pets in or dress up and be a vet themselves! In the supermarket, they can shop, use price lists and pay for food. At the Art Studio, children can get creative! They can choose from a variety of different options and make something to take home and cherish!

For grown-ups, Pop Up Play Village has a cafe selling hot, cold drinks and snacks.

Pop Up Play Village has predefined play sessions on our event days. This allows us to limit the number of children attending each session which ensures a quality play experience for all. At the end of each play session, Pop up Play Village is tidied so that it is ready for the next group of explorers! Play sessions must be pre-booked in advance.