September 19, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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Children have taken part in collecting resources for our jungle area collecting mint leaves, anise seeds and branches from the woods, going on jungle animal hunts around the playrooms to find other animals and books. There are lots of different … Continue reading
September 18, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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The exercise of blowing the bubble encourages children to practice deep breathing which has calming effects on the body. The activity of blowing bubbles is also good for strengthening muscles in the mouth. How to make bubble paint Put a … Continue reading
September 18, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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We are looking for empty Tins Boxes Tubs Bottles
September 17, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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When playing with water children learn: to improve their skill at pouring by developing their arm and hand muscles how water behaves when you pour it from one container to another how water feels and that it can be … Continue reading
September 14, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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Thanks to everyone who came along to our parent and child maths session. We had fun sorting leaves, sticks and acorns and making patterns together. If you collect leaves this weekend, you could try sorting by shape or colour or … Continue reading
September 6, 2018
by Mrs Liddell
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The children helped to set up our new mud kitchen in the Aiken Drum room. The children were able to explore the mud and learn about different technologies, as well as using their imagination.
August 3, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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The children made sporting banners and displayed them during a visit to Cowan Park when they competed their sporting events linked with their learning about the European Games.
July 31, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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At nursery the children have been researching the Glasgow European Championships 2018. The children enjoyed listening to the story of Bonnie the Seal, on the smartboard, who is learning about different sports. The Bonnie the Seal story inspired the children to then made their … Continue reading
July 24, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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To allow us to visit Dams to Darnley Country Park today McGill’s Bus Company provided us with free transport. For some of our children this was their first time on a bus, so there was much excitement. As the bus drove … Continue reading
July 12, 2018
by Mrs Liddell
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We are all feeling emotional as it’s our last day for Let’s Play. A good week was had by all according to the positive feedback from parents, children and staff. Today was Let’s go Playdough. Parents were shown the various … Continue reading
July 11, 2018
by Mrs Liddell
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Let’s Get Arty was a great success. Children and families were able to get involved in creative experiences together. Tomorrow is Let’s Go Playdough. Looking forward to seeing you there. Thank you again for your support
July 11, 2018
by Mrs Liddell
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Thank you for attending the first day of Let’s Play. Let’s Get Physical was a great success with many families taking part and being involved in valuable experiences with their children. Children were developing their fine and gross motor movements … Continue reading
May 22, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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The children had a fun day with family and friends who cheered for one another during Sports Play Day. The children enjoyed an obstacle buggy race, a buggy flat race and a hang the washing up game where everyone … Continue reading
April 23, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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The parents and children at our Centre stayed to play after the nursery session with loose parts, sensory play and real tools.
March 22, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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Sponsored Bunny Hop The children were very creative designing and building their assault course for today’s event. The children used loose parts and muddy mover’s resources collaboratively. Some of the children produced their ideas on paper and discussed it with … Continue reading
March 21, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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Designing their own obstacle course The children can select a range of materials to design and build their own obstacle course. I wonder what they will select from these loose parts and how will they use it! In conjunction with … Continue reading
March 20, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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What are the benefits of using real tools? · Allows children to actively learn . Encourages children to play · Gives the opportunity to think and create · Children can begin risk assessing themselves · Gives children responsibility and independence · Shows children you trust them · Great … Continue reading
March 9, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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What is a Bookbug Session? Bookbug Sessions combine stories, songs and rhymes in a fun and interactive way for children and families. A Bookbug Session is typically about 30 minutes long. It will always start with a hello song and … Continue reading
February 27, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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26th February – 11th March- Fairtrade Fortnight 1st March – World Book Day- children can bring along their favourite book and a teddy to read to. 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd March – Parent Sensory Club 3rd March – Foundry … Continue reading
February 19, 2018
by Mrs Silvester
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Arthurlie Family Centre’s community garden project “The Bothy” has been selected for showcasing at the Easter Community Voting Event at 10-12.30am on Saturday 3rd March 2018at the Barrhead Foundry. Where our community will be voting on which projects are awarded … Continue reading
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