The children made their own paints using condensed milk and food colouring. They then created their own pictures with paint brushes and slates.
This experience is a great experience to try at home. If there is any allergies, the paints can be made with any milk such as soya.

Please read the letter from Mark Ratter regarding returning to nursery on 6th January 2021

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Please click on the links below should you require support.

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Please see below for update from the Child Accident Prevention Trust

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Hi everyone,

Can you please click on the link below for information on the centre’s Standards and Quality report and our priorities for 2020-2021. If you have any questions regarding this, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Thank you

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Are you interested in undertaking any of the courses below?

East Renfrewshire

Adult Learning Services

in Partnership with West College Scotland

Getting Started in IT SCQF Level 3

Learners will gain an understanding of basic computing including word processing, saving, retrieving and editing files along with Internet searching.

Delivery: Microsoft Teams

Day: Monday

Start Date: 5^th October 2020

Time: 12.30pm – 3.00pm (flexibility applies for school pick-ups etc)

Duration: 16 weeks (40 hours)

Play in Early Education and Childcare SCQF Level 4

Learners will develop a basic understanding of a variety of types of play, which contribute to the development of a child. By exploring a variety of types of play, learners will have the ability to describe a range of play experiences and identify each type of play. Once the course is complete learners will have the ability to demonstrate an understanding of the appropriateness and value of play opportunities for the learning and development of children.

Delivery: Microsoft Teams

Day: Wednesday

Start Date: 7^th October 2020

Time: 9.30am – 12noon

Duration: 15 weeks (37 ½ hours)

Understanding Mental Health SCQF Level 4

This course is for those who wish to work in or are working in Health and Social Care.  Learners will be given the skills to identify and understand what is meant by the term ‘mental health’ and ‘wellbeing’ identifying a range of mental health issues and behaviours associated with this and how they are portrayed in the media. The course also looks at legislation related to mental health and identifying the role of the brain in relation to mental health and wellbeing.

Delivery: Microsoft Teams

Day: Wednesday

Start Date: 7^th October 2020

Time: 12.30am – 3.00pm

Duration: 8 weeks (20 hours)

If you are interested in any of the courses, please contact:

Angela McGoldrick

Community learning & Development Worker

Adult Learning Services

211 Main St, Barrhead, G78 1SY

t 0141 577 8345

e angela.mcgoldrick@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk

Please Note:

These courses will be delivered online, and all learners will need to have access to an IT device to take part in the classes. We’ll be using Microsoft Teams to deliver our classes, which is very simple to use – we hope to see you online virtually soon!

Here are some videos of activity ideas. If there is anything else you would like us to share with you, then don’t hesitate to ask. Enjoy !!!

East Renfrewshire Council – Below is an updated version of school holidays for 2020-2021. For

https://www.eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk/article/10375/School-holiday-dates-2020-to-2021

SCHOOL HOLIDAY ARRANGEMENTS 2020/2021

Good Friday 2 April 2021

Easter Monday 5 April 2021

Please click on the links below for more information on grants that you could be entitle to. For more information, please click on the social security link at the bottom.

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https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/what-we-do/stakeholder-resources

Health and Wellbeing Family Update 5
We hope you have enjoyed the great weather over the last few weeks and are spending
some time exercising outside.
It is great to hear that our pupils are engaging in remote learning – remember you can
do this at the times that best suit your own family and your own needs. This might be
about the number of devices you have in the house or when parents and carers are able
to help. Some of this learning will be about your health and wellbeing, and remember
that if you are finding any of your school work hard then you can still ask your teachers
for support. They will be there to help!
This fifth update gives more advice to families about how to stay healthy during
lockdown – mentally and physically.
Physical Health
Fitness Apps
If you fancy a change from Joe Wicks, you might like to try out one of the many
fitness apps available. This article recommends the “best fitness apps to keep in shape
during lockdown.”
Activities for Younger Children
The pack linked above, called Maypole Madness, has a brilliant list of activities for all
ages during May. For example, on page 8, there is a list of activities linked to sensory
play for young children.
Garden Activities
In the same Maypole Madness pack, on page 6, there is a list of fun garden and outdoor
activities for the whole family. Let’s hope the sun stays out!
Active Schools East Renfrewshire
Please keep checking out our Active Schools Twitter to stay up to date with
their suggestions and especially their weekly sports challenges which are posted every
Wednesday.
Mental Health
The National Parent Forum of Scotland
This group have produced guidance for parents on supporting children’s learning this
term. This includes the key point that “the most important thing is to make sure that
your children and your family are safe and supported to cope with the challenging
circumstances.”
Healthier Minds
Healthier Minds is East Renfrewshire’s guide to supporting the mental wellbeing of
children and young people. The ‘Talking about Covid-19’ section is being updated
regularly by Educational Psychology Service and there are links to other useful
websites. You can find more on Twitter @eastreneps
On the website, you will find a Children’s Guide to Coronavirus produced by the
Children’s Commissioner. Everything is explained in clear, plain language.
We would especially like to draw your attention to a new document which EPS have
created, It’s Normal To Feel Like This… Covid-19: A Guide For Young People. There is
a lot of information available on the different ways we may cope at the moment, but
little on how we might be feeling. This Young Person’s Guide aims to normalise these
feelings.

Please click on the link below to view East Renfrewshire’s new document on Healthier Minds. There’s really useful information about your child’s health and well-being and links to the various support services available.

https://blogs.glowscotland.org.uk/er/healthierminds

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We are looking for some feedback on our recent newsletter. If you could fill out the above sheet in nursery or by email, we would be most appreciative. We value your comments and feedback.

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Many of our families were able to join us for our Gingerbread Bake Off. The children were enhancing their early Maths skills as a result. Come and join us tomorrow as we are going bananas and making banana muffins.