Forging
forces to give
children the Best
Start in Life
Stratford &
West Ham
Community
Neighbourhood
Free services
for families
with children
under five
July to
September
2017
Rebecca Cheetham Nursery & Children’s Centre
Marcus Street, London E15 3JT
Telephone: 020 8534 3136 option 4
Email: [email protected]
You are welcome to
breastfeed here
Rebecca
Cheetham
Breastfeeding Support Group
Find out more about breastfeeding, share experiences and gain
professional advice and support from the BARTS Health Parent
Education Team.
2:00pm-4:30pm. Drop-in session.
ESOL (English) classes
English classes to support your learning and enhance your
communication skills. 12 week course. Booking essential and crèche
provided.
Commencing: September 2017. Term time only.
Baby Massage
Learn the benefits of Baby Massage for babies aged 6 weeks to
mobile. Five week course. Booking is essential.
Commencing: 4th September 2017, 10:00am-11:00am
Stratford
Library
Bumps and Bundles Group
A fun and interactive session designed for expectant parents and for
parents and carers of babies under 18 months.
10:00am-12:00pm. Term time only.
Move it to Music
Abbey Lane
Ranelagh
Primary
A fun and interactive session designed for mums, dads, carers and
family members to get active through music and dance.
1:30pm-2:30pm. Term time only.
Stay and Play
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
9:10am-10:30am. Term time only.
Stay and Play
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
1:30pm-3:00pm. Term time only.
Rebecca
Cheetham
Stay and Play
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
9:30am-11:30am. Term time only.
FE2 Application Surgeries
Would you like help to see whether your 2 year old is entitled to
15 hours of free education? Please call the centre to book an
appointment to receive help with filling out an application form.
Please bring your National Insurance number. (Appointment only)
1:00pm-2:30pm. Term time only.
FE2 Parent Workshops
Ronald
Openshaw
Abbey Lane
Stratford
Library
Targeted workshops for families in receipt of an FE2 placement to
highlight the importance of the following topics:
Water Play- 12th September 2017
Outdoor Play- 26th September 2017
Early Reading- 10th October 2017
1:00pm-2:00pm. Booking essential.
For more information please call the centre.
Singing and Storytelling
Come along and enjoy singing nursery rhymes and other fun songs
together with your child and help us to bring stories alive.
11:00am-12:00pm. Term time only.
Messy Play
Explore many different activities including sand, water, play dough,
painting and many more. Dress to get messy!
10:00am-11:30am. Term time only.
Stay and Play with BSiL Family Support
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
1:00pm-2:45pm. Term time only.
Commencing: 4th July 2017, from there on we will be visiting
fortnightly
Rebecca
Cheetham
Childminders Network (Stratford and West Ham)
This is a support group catered for registered childminders with
training opportunities as well. Guidance and one to one support
available from our Early Education Practitioner.
10:00am-12:30pm. Term time only.
Chatterbox Sessions
A Speech and Language Therapist will discuss any concerns you
have about your child’s communication.
Booking is essential.
12th July 2017, 9:15am-11:15am
30th August 2017, 9:15am-11:15am
Bedtime Routine
Positive parenting tips and strategies for developing good bedtime
routines. Booking is essential. Creche provided.
20th September 2017, 9:30am-11:30am
Don’t Miss Out
Come and join us at the Mayor’s Show (Central ParkEast Ham) on:
Saturday 8th July 2017 between 4:00pm-6:00pm
There will be an appearance from Peppa Pig, live music,
cabaret entertainment, sport and children’s activities,
the very popular Newham at the Seaside and much
more!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Adult Learning
ESOL Classes
Teaching Assistant course - develop new skills,
knowledge and understanding of how to support
teaching. Gain a certified qualification.
Build on your speaking, writing and understanding of
the English language.
For more information please ask at reception.
For more information please ask at reception.
Stratford
Library
Curwen
Primary
Baby Yoga
Learn the benefits of Baby Yoga for babies aged 16 weeks to mobile.
Five week course. Booking is essential.
Commencing 21st June 2017, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Stay and Play with BSiL Family Support
A fun and interactive session for mums, dads, carers & family
members with children under 5.
1:00pm-2:45pm. Term time only.
Commencing: 5th July 2017, from there on we will be visiting
fortnightly.
Summer Programme
Please find a copy of our summer programme
which can be located at the back of this booklet.
No booking needed for most of the sessions, just
come along! To avoid any disappointment, please
book in advance.
We look forward to seeing you there!
PLEASE NOTE:
Most of our sessions, both booked or drop-in, are offered on a first come, first serve basis.
We sometimes need to cap our sessions to ensure the safety of all participants.
Referral only sessions are indicated accordingly.
At times we may have to enforce a postcode restriction on some sessions; we apologise for any
inconvenience.
Rebecca
Cheetham
Sensory Room Play
Offering stimulation and relaxation for babies and their parents
and carers – includes lights, music and padded play equipment.
Booking essential. Term time only.
9:30am- 9:50am and 9:50am-10:10am
(20 minute slots)
Bumps and Bundles Group
Drop in session. A fun and interactive session designed for
expectant parents and for parents and carers of babies under 18
months. 10:00am-12:00pm. Term time only.
Stay and Play
A fun and interactive session for mums, dads, carers & family
members with children under 5.
1:30pm-3:00pm. Term time only.
(No session on 13th July 2017)
Health Vising Team- Drop in (High Impact Areas)
Stratford
Library
Every Thursday (for further information, please see the back
page) 1:45pm-2:45pm
Stay and Play
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
9:30am-11:30am. Term time only.
Liberty
Bridge
Baby Clinic - Taster Play Session
Have fun with us whilst you wait to be seen by the Health Visitor.
Gather information about our services and find out what we have
to offer you and your family.
Every 1st and 2nd Thursday, 1:30pm-3:30pm.
Can you spare a few hours a week volunteering in your local area? Would you like to gain knowledge to deliver
health promotion and support to families with children under five? Relevant training will be provided.
For more information contact: Jane Hodges, Early Start Volunteer Engagement Worker Call 020 3373 0580 or email:
[email protected]
Rebecca
Cheetham
Stay and Play
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
Term time only.
9:30am-11:30am
Here, There and Everywhere
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Join us for educational visits to a range of fun and exciting places
for mums, dads, carers and family members with children under
the age of five.
18th August 2017, Greenwich Park/ Museum
25th August 2017, Thames Barrier Park
1st September 2017, Mudchute Farm
10:00am-2:00pm
Please note that the meeting point for all our visits will be at
Stratford train station. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start
time to allow us to leave at 10:00am.
Book your space now by calling the Centre or speaking to a
member of the Children’s Centre Team.
CV Workshop
Come and gain some ideas and tips on how to produce a
good CV. Exploring the key elements that are needed and
receive support and guidance on how to achieve your ideal
job.
Booking essential. Creche provided
22nd September 2017, 1:00pm-2:00pm
FNP - Young Parents Network Group
This group is run by the Family Nurse Partnership Team who offer
a strength based helping approach to first-time young mothers.
The programme’s primary focus is to support the future health
and well-being of the child and mother. Referrals only.
25th August 2017 and 29th September 2017
1:00pm-3:00pm
Toilet Training Workshop
Get tips, share experiences and ideas on how to help your child use
the toilet.
Booking essential. Creche provided
15th September 2017, 12:45pm-2:45pm
Stratford
Library
Atherton
Leisure
Abbey Lane
Singing and Storytelling
Come along and enjoy singing nursery rhymes and other fun songs
together with your child and help us to bring stories alive.
11:00am-12:00pm. Term time only.
Swimming Sessions
(Residents of Stratford and West Ham Community only)
For parents, family members and carers with children from 4
months – 4 years. Led by a qualified swimming instructor.
Term time only.
1:30pm-2:00pm 2 – 4 year olds
2:30pm-3:00pm Under 2’s
(Please arrive 15 minutes before session to change yourself and
your baby. Swimming nappies and baby swimwear must be worn
– these are not provided).
Stay and Play
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
1:30pm-3:00pm. Term time only.
Rebecca
Cheetham
Family Play
A fun and interactive session for
mums, dads, carers & family members with children under 5.
Term time only.
1st and 3rd Saturday of each month. 9:30am-11:00am
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What is the Best Start in Life?
We are committed to maintaining a free, universal, local offer to support every family with young children in
Newham to give their child the Best Start in Life. Investment in the early years is critical to securing positive
outcomes later in life. We aim to be that one stop shop, where families can access a range of services.
Newham’s Best Start in Life Guarantee will ensure all Newham parents
have access to:
1
15 hours of free eligible childcare, with this increasing to 30 hours when the
government proposals are rolled out.
2
Regular Stay and Play sessions every week in each Community Neighbourhood.
3
Programmes, workshops and sessions offering evidence-based advice and guidance
to improve parenting capacity in each Neighbourhood.
4
Regular employment advice sessions will be available in each Neighbourhood.
5
In each Neighbourhood, a range of family health and development sessions
including: antenatal support; the transition to parenthood; the early weeks of life;
perinatal wellbeing; breastfeeding initiation; healthy weight and nutrition;
managing minor ailment and reducing accidents; and supporting speech and
language development.
SEND information and
support
Would you like to find out about
support groups and sessions held
around the Community
Neighbourhood for you to access
with your child?
Please speak to a member of our
Children’s Centre Team.
Family Support
Our Family Support Team are here to help and support you
when difficult situations arise in your life.
They are able to help you with situations such as:
health advice, emotional support, employment and training,
housing (application) and benefit advice, community
participation, child development, safety at home and much
more.
For more information please contact the Centre.
IMPORTANT
Building Community Capacity
(with the Health Visiting Team)
Transition to Parenthood
21st September
Don’t forget to bring in your yellow or white
Newham Children’s Centre Cards to every
session. Hand them in at Reception to be
scanned.
Breastfeeding Support
6th July, 17th August and 28th September
Safety and Accident Prevention
13th July and 24th August
Family Wellbeing
20th July and 31th August
Nutrition
7th September
School Readiness
14th September
Antenatal Two day Intense Classes
9th and 10th August 2017, 10:00am-4:00pm
Antenatal One day
24th August 2017, 11:00am-3:00pm
Relax for Birth
23rd August 2017, 10:00am-2:00pm
Working in partnership with
“The consequences of domestic violence are
many- depression, low self-esteem and a sense
of powerlessness. We are here to listen, help
and support”
For more information please speak to a
member of the Children’s Centre team.
Referrals only- For more information please call
020 7363 8026
Book Shop
Running on alternative Wednesdays at 8:45am
and 3:30pm in the Rebecca Cheetham Foyer.
Bring along your Red Health Book to receive
your free Book Start pack.
Oral Health advice Drop in
Learning Bags
We have lots of great themed learning bags
for you to borrow. Come and register your
interest today. You can use preferred bags
for up to 2 weeks and extended time can be
given if needed. Please speak to a member
of the Children’s Centre team for further
information.
The dentist will be visiting our sessions on the
dates stated below, to provide tips,
techniques and advice to help maintain and
improve your child’s oral health.
Stay and Play (Rebecca Cheetham)
7th September 2017, 1:30pm-3:00pm
Messy Play (Abbey Lane)
19th September 2017, 10:00am-11:30am
Please note: Rebecca Cheetham will be closed for two weeks from 24 th July –7th August
To speak to a member of staff during this time please call 075 2559 2955
th
th
Tuesday 25 July
Thursday 27 July
Messy Play at Abbey Lane
10:00am-11:30am
0-5 Years
Creative Play at Abbey Lane
1:30pm-3:00pm
0-5 Years
st
rd
Tuesday 1 August
Messy Play at Abbey Lane
10:00am-11:30am
0-5 Years
th
Thursday 3 August
Sensory Play at Abbey Lane
1:30pm-3:00pm
0-5 Years
Week One
th
Tuesday 8 August
Thursday 10 August
Physical Play at Rebecca Cheetham
10:00am-12:00pm
0-5 Years
Baby Group at Rebecca Cheetham
10:00am-12:00pm
0-18 Months
Messy Play at Abbey Lane
10:00am-11:30am
0-5 Years
Creative Play at Rebecca Cheetham
1:30pm-3:00pm
0-5 Years
th
Week Two
th
th
Friday 11 August
Singing and Storytelling at Abbey Lane
10:00am-11:00am
0-5 Years
th
Tuesday 15 August
Thursday 17 August
Friday 18 August
Sensory Play at Rebecca Cheetham
10:00am-12:00pm
0-5 years
Baby Group at Rebecca Cheetham
10:00am-12:00pm
0-18 months
Summertime Play at Abbey Lane
10:00am-11:30am
0-5 years
Messy Play at Rebecca Cheetham
1:30pm-3:00pm
0-5 years
Educational Visit
10:00am-2:00pm
0-5 Years
Greenwich Park/ Museum
(Booking essential please call the centre
to book your space).
Tuesday 22nd August
Week 3
Thursday 24th August
Friday 25th August
Cook and Play at Abbey Lane
10:00pm-12:00pm
0-5 Years
Educational Visit
10:00am- 2:00pm
0-5 Years
Thames Barrier Park
(Booking essential please call the centre
to book your space).
Carnival Stay and Play at Rebecca
Cheetham
10:00am-12:00pm
0-5 Years
Mark Making at Abbey Lane
10:00am-11:30am
0-5 Years
Gardening Fun at Abbey Lane
10:00am- 11:30pm
0-5 Years
Week Four
Tuesday 29th August
Thursday 31st August
Friday 1st September
Cook and Play at Rebecca Cheetham
10:00am-12:00pm
0-5 Years
Baby Group at Rebecca Cheetham
10:00am-12:00pm
0-18 months
Imaginative Play at Abbey Lane
10:00am-11:30am
0-5 Years
Construction Play at Rebecca Cheetham
1:30pm-3:00pm
0 – 5 Years
Educational Visit
10:00am- 2:00pm
0-5 Years
Mudchute Farm
(Booking essential please call the centre
to book your space).
Safeguarding
Important dates
If you are worried about the safety or wellbeing
of a child, please speak to a member of our
Safeguarding Team on
020 8534 3136.
Inset Day
24th July 2017
Alternatively, you can also share your concerns
with The Newham Triage Team on
020 3373 4600.
Sensory Room Play
Summer Bank Holiday
28th August 2017
Inset Day
4st September 2017
Eid ul Adha
2nd September 2017
Offering stimulation and relaxation for babies and
their parents and carers – includes lights, music and
padded play equipment. Booking essential. Term
time only. (20 minute slots)
Tuesday: 9:30am- 9:50am and 9:50am-10:10am
Thursday: 1:30pm- 1:50pm and 1:50pm- 2:10pm
Stratford and West Ham Community Neighbourhood Map
Put the postcode of the venues into google maps or download the city mapper app for directions.
Ronald Openshaw,
Henniker Road,
E15 1JP
Liberty Bridge
40 Liberty Bridge
Practice,
E20 1AS
Atherton Leisure
189 Romford
Road, E15 4JF
Stratford Library,
3 The Grove,
E15 1EL
Rebecca Cheetham
Children’s Centre
Marcus Street,
E15 3JT
Abbey Lane
1 Abbey Lane,
E15 2SD
Curwen Primary,
Atlas Road,
E13 0AG
Manor Primary,
Richardshon Road,
E15 3BB
Ranelagh Primary,
Corporation
Street, E15 3DN