In many homes across the UK, plastic socket covers give parents confidence about children's safety, but in recent years, safety experts have taken a stance that might surprise you. So what's the problem? Kids are explorers, they play, prod, poke, take apart, twist, and chew. It's no...
Can you believe that opening a new business could be as stressful as having a new baby? That’s right! Back in 1967, two psychologists rated how stressful different life events were, and major changes to your business (like a business start-up) were pretty high on...
Parents love taking pictures of their children role playing at Tots Town. But what if you could use a mobile device to spark an extra bit of role play inspiration magic, or help you out if stuck for ideas on how to use a...
Reserve your space now- Taking place during the week beginning 2nd March Calling all those who wish to open their own Children’s Role Play Centre. The Discovery half-day is a great opportunity to get an insight in to the lifestyle of a role play venue owner. The time will...
It's so easy to get carried away visiting toy shops, flicking through websites in the UK and abroad trying to source toys for a play centre. Just remember your goal is always to have toys which look the part, work seamlessly within your brand's style...
We recently re-opened the original Tots Town design folder full of scribbles, notes, and magazine articles. Looking back, it dawned on us just how much we had doodled and scribbled the thoughts that popped in our head (it turns out we used to doodle A...
Build an amazing igloo made of milk bottles? Schools, nurseries, community groups and other children's play centres want to add some Christmas magic by building their own igloo from recycled milk bottles and creating wonderful play opportunities for children. We’ve built several ourselves with each...
Recently visited a children's role play centre? Perhaps themed like a little city, town, village, or a street, similar to that of the popular CBeebies programme Biggleton! Can you see yourself as the boss of your own play centre, with happy customers and a feeling...
We all remember school trips and days out as kids; my favourite was a class trip overnight on an island sharing a hotel room with my friend, and it included a trip to a theme park! I also remember climbing all over a steam locomotive...
Do all staff need to be First Aid trained? It's one of the most common questions people ask when deciding to open a new role play venue. What responsibilities do you have, who needs training and what level of qualification do they need?...