The Worlds Leading Health and Fitness Programme for Children

What parents, School Principals, teachers and pre-school owners are saying about Stretch-n-Grow

"With the enthusiastic support of teachers and parents, we introduced Stretch-n-Grow to St. Helen’s Portmarnock two years ago and since then I have witnessed how this holistic programme has lead to a definite increase in children’s fitness levels, their knowledge of how their bodies work, key muscle groups, good nutrition, stranger danger, staying safe etc., Importantly, Stretch-n-Grow has resulted in improved basic movement skills and general co-ordination with a noticeable beneficial effect on children’s learning.
Brendan Hennigan N.T., B.A., H.D.E., M.Ed.
Príomhoide, St. Helen’s National School, Portmarnock

"I would have no hesitation in recommending this programme to another crèche/Montessori. In fact I have done so on numerous occasions. I feel that the programme is well organised and structured, child friendly and informative. Brendan has a lovely manner with the children".
Rosemary Wilmot of Wilmot Childcare.

“The benefits of Stretch-n-Grow classes will remain with the Children forever! As a teacher and mother I see how much beneficial knowledge is absorbed from the classes as well as fun-filled energetic exercise routines and activities.  Not to be missed!!       

Ruth White  of Park Montessori, Waterford.

"My daughter has developed a love for milk and water since starting Stretch-n-Grow and even refused a fizzy drink at a restaurant that we were at recently!"
Saoirse's Mum

"My son surprised me the other day by telling me his gluteus maximus was his bottom muscle."
Jack's Mum

"I was told by my 4 yr old daughter that I didn’t have boobs, I had ‘pectorals’!"

"The exercise is made really fun for the children they are enjoying it and do not realise how beneficial it is." Teacher

"He really enjoys Stretch-n-Grow and is always telling us what the coach says e.g. drink plenty of water and exercise is good for you."
Parent

"He talks about healthy food, loves the parachute and yesterday he told us about his biceps and triceps." Parent

"She tells me about her exercises and what foods are healthy; when we are shopping she points out healthy foods."
Parent

"The Stretch-n-Grow session is the one hour in their week that the children most look forward to" Parent
"From day one I was happy with Stretch-n-Grow; first thing I noticed was how quickly their instructor got to know the children and their little ways. Within only a few sessions the children were naming their muscles etc ‘These are my bi-steps’ as one child put it!"
Liza Eyres of Karibu Montessori School.

"All the children who took part loved the Stretch-n-Grow programme. They learnt the different parts of their bodies, how important exercise was, the correct amount of water to drink every day and the importance of a healthy diet. The Parents were delighted with this and had the highest of praise for the program!"
Christine Cross of Rainbows End Crèche.

"I have found the class to be both fun and beneficial to the children. It promotes hand eye co-ordination and freedom of movement. The children have become aware of how their bodies work and what is needed to keep healthy at a young age".
Niki O’Connell of AMI Montessori School.

"The kids really enjoy the class. It’s a great way of introducing exercise, and healthy eating. Various other topics are covered and made fun. We would recommend the program to anyone with children."
Ms Counihan of Thumbelina’s, Limerick.

"Stretch-n-Grow have been with ‘Little People’ since September 2002. The children absolutely love the classes and enjoy learning new things every week. It is a highly, professional, educational programme and I take great pride with new enquiries having it at our crèche!"
Sharyn McCullagh of Little People Crèche.

"There is something for every child in the Stretch-n- Grow programme. It develops and enhances children’s' confidence, educating them a little along the way, plus keeping them fit. I find that my class enjoys Stretch-n-Grow so much they look forward to it every week. Tuesday is no longer Tuesday anymore, its Stretch-n-Grow day! I would be very confident in recommending the programme to another Crèche or Montessori school".
Aoife Shortall, Olga Park House Montessori School