March 16th 2009

Monday 16th March, 2009

Can you help us build the new climbing frame?

On Tuesday 17th March we are building our new climbing frame with the help of the children. This means that children aged 3 and over will get an amazing chance to use real woodworking tools and build a real structure.

To make this event work well, we need parents to come and help and work with the children. All parent helpers will also get an opportunity to do some of the work themselves, too. We are expecting this event to be publicised in the council’s newspaper and in the local press, so look out for a good story about Kate Greenaway over the next few weeks.

More news about the garden

We are currently planning a new scheme with St Andrew’s school to enable Reception children at St Andrews to use the garden for one session a week in a group of 6. The aim of this project is to build better links across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) which states that children though to the end of Reception should access a play-based curriculum with plenty of opportunities for outdoor play.

Reviewing your child’s development and learning
If you have not yet had your review, please speak to your key person to book a time.

News from the Community Services

From this Saturday, the 21st of March, Kate Greenaway will be open every Saturday between 10.30am and 12.30pm for all children aged 0-5 and their Mums, Dads and Carers.

‘Bikestart’ our popular stay and play session with a focus on bikes will run for the first two Saturdays. We are also hoping that we also get a visit from some local fire fighters too, complete with fire engine!

Following Bikestart we’ll be offering fun stay and play sessions in the nursery with full access to our huge garden. On Saturday the 4th of April we will be giving free goody bags to everyone who can come as well as having a music session with guitar and instruments. Hope to see you there!
Jan