CP NEWS – April Edition

Sponsored Bunny Hop

Thank You to all our wonderful children who took on our bunny hop challenge, and to all their wonderful families who sponsored them!

We are delighted to announce we raise the fantastic amount of  £375.

Being prepared for the ‘good auld Scottish weather’

We are entering the 4 season’s in one day time of year therefore it is really important that our small folk come prepared for all of the many climate changes we see in a day. Whilst we do have a small supply of spares, we do not have enough to equip all children at all times.  Therefore we would ask that all children bring the following items with them to the EYC.

  • Waterproofs/wellies
  • splash shoes i.e. crocs/croc style or strap sandals/jelly shoes (these can also be indoor shoes – ideal for our little toilet trainers)
  • Sun hat / Sun cream
  • Change of clothes inc. underwear

STAFFING – Changes in centre

As some of you may be aware our senior Laura has been absent from centre since the beginning of March.   As a team we try our best to ensure any changes to staffing or delivery causes minimal disruption to the service we provide, however we are aware that the Family Learning programme including our bookbug and interactive session have been on hold over the past 12 weeks, we would like to apologise for this and ensure you we are working hard towards having these back up and running in the not to distant future.

Acting Senior

We would like to CONGRATULATE our very own Rachael who after interview secured the acting senior position here at Colquhoun Park Early Years. I am sure you will all want to join us in saying a big well done, we are delighted for Rachael and our centre!

 

Mat Leave Returners 

Over the next few weeks you may see some familiar faces around centre as Shannon & Rebecca carry out some KIT days in preparation for their return in June! What a quick year that has been ladies.

 

Shannon & Rebecca will be returning to centre as job share, complimenting on another’s shift pattern.

Rebecca Mon/Tues & Shannon Wed/Thurs/Fri. 

We look forward to having you both back in centre ladies!

Our plans for the Outdoors

We are beginning to evaluate our service, looking at the targets we set to improve our centre and what we have identified as an area for improvement in the year ahead.

Developing our outdoor environment is high on our agenda and will be reflected as a priority in this years Centre Improvement Plan. To support this process staff members attended a centre based training course delivered by learning through landscapes where they were giving the opportunity to audit the environment and build their knowledge and reflect on outdoor practice.

We are excited to take this forward and as mentioned in previous correspondence we will reaching out for support from our families when the time comes…. get your shovels at the ready!!

SPORTS DAY – Thursday 6th June 2024 – 9:30am – 10:30am 

Our annual sports day will take place on Thursday 6th of June at the school pitches. Any children who do not normally attend during this time will be contacted directly by staff to arrange your child’s drop off and collection times. If you child typically attends an afternoon session we will request that, where possible, they swap onto a morning session.

Parents and carers are welcome to join us, we do ask however that you remain outside the fencing at all times, this enables us to put the correct measures in place to ensure all children are safe and accounted for.

 

 

CP NEWS – March Edition

Sponsored Bunny Hop

You should by now have received your child’s sponsor sheet for the EYC’s sponsored bunny hop.

Our Bunny hop will take place throughout the week of the 8th where children and staff alike will be getting their hop on! All money raised will go towards your child’s treat fund.

Bunny Hop Sponsorship form

What is a Treat Fund?

At Colquhoun EYC we ask parents/carers to contribute to our treat fund.

The nursery treat fund is put towards a variety of things for the children in our care, such as;

  • Baking cooking ingredients
  • Party food/decorations for special occasions
  • Birthday gift
  • Graduation
  • Winter Wonderland
  • Christmas/Graduation gifts
  • Special visitors
  • Outings / transport
  • Fun days
  • Resources for Centre

You are invited to contribute 40p per session to our Treat Fund. This can be paid weekly, monthly or termly. Payments can be made by directly into our bank account or cash – please reference your child’s name when making payment this enables us to keep an accurate record of all payments made.

Below is an example of how payments may look across the terms or for the year based on days.

Example of days                  Weekly             4 weekly            Annually

3 sessions                                £1.20                £4.80                     £60

5 sessions                               £2.00                £8                             £100

 

You can also help us raise funds for centre by signing up to support us while you shop. This is free to use and only takes 1 click to get started. 

https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/colquhoun-park-early-years-centre

 

 

 

Shop at a wide range of everyday brands whilst supporting our EYC.

 

 

 

Transition Programme for Primary 1

Our transition programme for primary 1 is well underway, with buddy meet ups, visits from Mrs Loney, attending assemblies and taking a tour of the primary 1 class rooms. During the Spring break we have been taking advantage of the classrooms being empty and been taking our children down to the class rooms and outdoor space to explore and play.

Over the coming weeks children destined for Primary school will take part in our transition programme, where we will support them in navigating their transition from Early years onto school. Our aim for all children on completion of our programme is that they…

  • Feel safe and secure in the Primary 1 and whole school environment.
  • Have an understanding of some of the expectations, rules and routines of Primary 1
  • Meet some new teachers and P6 buddies.
  • Have opportunity to express and be supported to overcome any worries or concerns she may have.

If there is anything additional you would like us to focus on, discuss or  would like to be included into our programme for your child, please do not hesitate in contacting centre.

 

Do you have a flare for helping things grow?

Are you handy with a trowel or, strimmer or lawnmower?

Would you like to help us rejuvenate our green space?

Do you have any ideas on how to create a space full of fun and wonderment for our children?

WE NEED YOU!

As the weather gets drier we will begin the process of revamping our outdoor spaces. Unfortunately, as most of you already know, our green space was destroyed by vandals and have never really recovered. We would like to recruit some of our parents to help us make this space fit for our children to develop and explore. If this is something you may be able to help with please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

 

Lost Property 

                         

If you recognise any of the property photographed please let staff know and we will get it home to you. We have seen an increase in the amount of belongings not making it home, can we ask to ensure we minimise this that you add a name to your child’s label. 

 

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