November 2007
Staff Training
Mandy & Mark – Personal, social & emotional development
Charley – PE in the Foundation Stage.
Michelle - Birth - Three Guide to good practice.
Mark & Gemma & Thinking Skills
Article:
Spotlight on training at St Peter's Day Nursery
by kind permission from Debbie Simmons, Senior Development officer (Training ) Early Education and
Childcare Unit, Winchester.
Themes for November
Robins - Disney characters
Caterpillars - My Wardrobe
Butterflies - Fireworks / people who help us.
Pre - school - The world about us.
Staffing
Allison Hadfield joins the Nursey team this month as a part time Nursery Assistant. Allison will work mainly in Pre School. Allison was previously a member of our bank staff. We also welcome Robyn Adams to ou Bank staff team.
Christmas diary dates
Pre school Nativity concert Tuesday 11th December 4.30pm, Toddler "Christmas sing a long" Thursday 13th December 5pm.
Christmas Parties
The children's Christmas parties will take place during weeks commencing 10th & 17th December. invitations will be sent out later in the month.
Christmas opening
Don't forget Nursery will close on Monday 24th December and re-open Wednesday 2nd January. You will not be charged for this period.
Student Placement
Sonia Hayson will be on placement at Nursery from November to May. Sonia will work in all areas of the Nursery under supervision.
Tesco Vouchers
We are now collecting Tesco vouchers. Please support the Nursery by donating your vouchers, which we can then exchange for equipment.
Reminder
Admissions to school September 2008. Deadline for admission to schools is midday Friday November 16th.
Mobile Phone
The mobile phone number for emergency use only is: 07812 907683 Use our e-mail for changes to sessions, holiday requirement etc.
Suggestions
Have you any suggestions/good ideas on how we can improve your child’s time at Nursery. If so please complete a suggestion sheet and place it in one of the Nursery letterboxes.
Aiming for Quality
We have received our Stage 1 Certificate for the Pre school Learning Alliance Accreditation scheme - Aiming for Quality.
Holiday Discount
One months notice is required in writing or email for the 2 weeks holiday discount. Fees will be reduced by 33%.