Leaps and Bounds | Franchise Information

Leaps and Bounds Franchise Information:

About Us

• A progressive physical and movement programme for children aged 2-5 years
• Training and equipment to run the programme
• Designated territory
• Awarded a Kite Mark in 2006 by the Professional Development Board for Physical Education
• Limited opportunities are available around the UK

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How does Leaps and Bounds Work?

Leaps and Bounds is a carefully structured physical play programme, designed by Tumble Tots to give pre-school children the chance to enjoy the benefits of physical play in their own nursery setting. It complements children's existing nursery curriculum, and gives parents ideas on play-based activities they can share with children at home.

Launched in September 2004, the programme is now up and running in more than 100 pre-schools in England and Scotland.

The 30-minute sessions are split into two age groups, ( 2 - 3 years, and 3 - school age) and take place at pre-school settings, either indoors or out. With each session including no more than 10 - 12 children there is lots of opportunity for individual encouragement and attention.

Each physical play activity is linked to a learning objective and is progressive in the sense that it leads on to the next activity in a way which is appropriate to your child's age and stage. The programme is in line with the Curriculum Guidance for the Foundation Stage and Guidelines in the Birth to 3 Matters (Sure Start), so parents can be sure that the activities are in line with national curriculum objectives; And it has just been awarded a prestigious Kitemark by the Professional Development Board for Physical Education (PDB).

Leaps and Bounds consultant is Patricia Maude MBE* lecturer in physical education at Homerton College, University of Cambridge and author of Physical Children, Active Teaching (2001).

"Movement play is crucial to motor development. For young children, the most important medium for movement is Play. Leaps and Bounds provides a structured framework for play, with progressions built into each activity." says Patricia.

Ofsted Glowing Report

The older children in the nursery enjoy Leaps & Bounds sessions, which provide further variety to their physical play. Children are very enthusiastic when participating in these sessions and are gaining good control of their bodies. All children move freely and confidently within designated areas of the nursery. They delight in the excellent range of activities, which they tackle enthusiastically. - Field House Nursery

Who we are looking for as a Franchisee

Experience of working with children is not essential, but running a business in a child environment requires individuals to enjoy working with children and their parents.

Like all businesses Leaps and Bounds is demanding and initially it is very much hands-on. However, for the right person, running your own business brings a degree of freedom, flexibility and a great deal of satisfaction.

To become a Franchisee you need qualities that are common to all successful business people:

• Confidence, enthusiasm and good interpersonal skills – are you friendly and a good communicator?
• Self-motivation and commitment – To build the business and maintain the high standards of the programme.
• Business minded – Are you able to identify and resolve difficulties, organise, plan and make decisions?
• Good health and fitness – Are you able to be on your feet for long periods and load/unload equipment from a motor vehicle?

If the business sounds interesting and you possess these qualities, then Leaps and Bounds could well be the opportunity you've been looking for.