Weekly Newsletter
What we have been doing this week.
DON’T FORGET MONDAY IS AN INSET DAY. WE WILL BE CLOSED.
This week has been an exciting and busy week with lots of activities going on. The
children all went to the National History Museum which was such a fantastic trip. The
children were all asking some good questions and taking in lots of information, Of
course the best bit was going on a big coach.
All the children behaved well and listened to all the safety rules and demonstrated that
they had listen. We were all really proud of all the children. They all demonstrated the
skills of dependent learners and at this age this is an amazing skill to achieve. WOW
moments for all the children. Be very proud of your little ones.
On the coach ready to go
At the Museum
We also celebrated World Book Day, all the children looked fanastic. We enjoyed a
range of stories and some of the children acted then out.
In Family links we have been looking at Choices and Consequences. The techniques we
use at Pre-School teaches the children that every action has an outcome, and that
their use of personal power will determine it. The children realise that they are
responsible for their own actions. The technique avoids head-on conflict and power
struggles, keeping the adult in charge without rendering the child powerless.
https://www.familylinks.org.uk/parents#free-downloads-for-parents
In letters and Sounds we have been looking at Tuning into Sounds. The Main purpose
was to; develop awareness of sounds and rhythms. We used Action songs. Singing songs
and action rhymes is a vital part of Phase One activities and should be an everyday
event. Children need to develop a wide repertoire of songs and rhymes. We included
multi-sensory experiences such as action songs in which the children have to add claps,
knee pats and foot stamps or move in a particular way. Adding body percussion sounds
to nursery rhymes, performing the sounds in time to the beat. Change the body sound
with each musical phrase or sentence. We encourage the children to be attentive and to
know when to add sounds, when to move, and when to be still.
We have also been looking at each child’s number recognition and supporting them
through their play.
Next Week we will be starting some Forest School sessions with the foundation class,
Mrs Stanley has very kindly let us come and see what it’s all about. One member of
staff from pre-school will be going with 4 children. The Sessions will be on a Tuesday
am and Wednesday am and pm. You don’t need to bring anything as we will supply
everything they need. Please just make sure they do have spare clothes.
If your child isn’t in on that day please don’t worry as they will get a chance after half
term.
If you have any questions then please come and speak to me.
Health and Safety/Safeguarding
To make sure that everyone is aware we have two nominated people at pre-school who
are responsible for safeguarding the children. The first nominated person is myself
(Becky) and the second is Faye. We are both fully trained and update our training
annually. All other members of staff are trained to generalist safeguarding and have
excellent knowledge and experience of safeguarding children. We have weekly staff
meetings which enable us to keep up to date on new legislation and training.
For you to do at home
Keeping consistence with what we do at pre-School you could sing nursey rhymes or
make up rhymes with your children. If you come up with any good rhymes we would love
to hear them.
Job Vacancy
Applications close 17th March 2017
PRE-SCHOOL ASSISTANT
An opportunity has arisen to come and join our team at our Outstanding Preschool as a NVQ2 Qualified Preschool Assistant and be willing to train to NVQ
Level 3 standard whilst working with us.
We are looking for an applicant who can provide high standards of physical,
emotional, social, and intellectual care for children aged 2 to 5 years. The
successful candidate will work as part of a team and use their own initiative to
ensure the Preschool runs smoothly. They must have good communication skills
and can build strong relationships with children and their parents. In addition,
the successful candidate will need a sound knowledge of EYFS, be IT literate
and hold GCSE in Maths and English grade C or above.
The position is 36.25 hours per week (7.25 hours a day, Monday to Friday)
If you are interested in applying or would like further information please ring
Becky on 07584258009 or email your interest to [email protected]
Sainsburys Vouchers
We are now collecting Sainsburys vouchers, if you have some please pop them in the
box outside of Pre-School.
Give as you live
Did you know you can raise money for Pre-School whilst you shop? Want to find out
more? Just click the link below http://give.as/charity/cholsey-pre-school
Dates for your diary
February Half Term Monday 13th – Friday 17th.
Pre-School trip to the National History Museum, Tuesday 28th February
Inset day March 6th – Pre-School is closed.
Have a nice weekend.
Becky
Website www.cholseypreschool.co.uk
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