Hello everyone ,
we have been celebrating Halloween all week at Craigton and have been treated to an impressive array of costumes . We have seen pumpkins and princesses, witches and cats , dinosaurs and tigers , superheroes and pirates and many more . Thank you all for making the effort and for sharing your wonderful costumes with us. We hope you've all enjoyed the lovely decorations and lanterns that have been on display this week and that these have readied you for a weekend of Halloween fun!
Now we can start to look forward to the other big winter celebration! Culter Playgroup are holding a Christmas Fayre on Saturday 8th November 1pm-4pm in the village hall and later in the month the celebrations really get under way with the Culter Christmas Lights switch on Saturday 22nd November 4pm-6pm again at the village hall . There will be plenty to entertain all the family at both events so please go along and support your local community.
You will all find a new policy on the administration of non prescription medication in your child's file. Please read this and let me know if you have any queries . On that subject and as we head into winter with all its illnesses , can I please remind you not to bring your child to nursery if they are unwell . Infections and viruses spread very quickly amongst the children so please keep your child at home until they have recovered , and collect your child as soon as you can if they become unwell whilst here . Please also bear in mind that these illness affect not just the children , but all their families , visitors to the setting(some of whom will be elderly or pregnant) and the staff and their families . Please help us all to stay as healthy as we can - thank you .
If you haven't already done so , you may also wish to contact your GP practice to arrange for your child to have the flu vaccination - this is now available for all 2-5yr olds.
A reminder to all sunflower parents to please return your email information asap so that we can open parents access to the ILD . You should have all received letters requesting this information- if not please check your child's file.
And finally don't forget that its Parents Evening on Wednesday 19th November 6pm-7:30pm - hope to see you all there
Friday 31 October 2014
Thursday 23 October 2014
Winter time is coming
Yes indeed the clocks go back this weekend so we all get an extra hour . I would say in bed , but as parents of young children that's unlikely! So lets have an extra hour to play .....and that of course means that we are all looking forward to Halloween at Craigton .
We will be celebrating all week , not just on the day , so that all the children have a chance to have some Halloween fun . All children are welcome to come along in their costumes at any time next week, though please ensure they have something to change into as well - it can be very hard work being a witch/ cat/princess/superhero all day long!. Please also feel free to bring in any pumpkin lanterns from home and we'll display them in the nursery for all to see.
Looking ahead we have some dates for your diary :
PARENTS EVENING : 6pm to 7:30pm Wednesday 19th November . This is for all parents to come along to chat to the staff and discuss your child's progress. You will be able to see some of the activities on offer as well as have the opportunity to meet other parents . This is a drop-in evening - you are not expected to stay the whole time just come along when you can. Do please make other arrangements for the children though - the staff will be talking to parents so unable to supervise them. We look forward to seeing you all there .
SUNFLOWERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT : Wednesday 17th December 3pm . More information on this will follow nearer the time , but please keep that afternoon free.
CHRISTMAS PARTY: Thursday 18th December 2-4pm . This is for all buttercups and sunflowers - the snowdrops/bluebells have their own more restrained celebrations as it all rather overwhelming for the little ones .
PLEASE NOTE : as the above is such a busy week , we will not be able to accommodate any extra sessions.
And finally - The nursery will close at 6pm on Tuesday 23rd December and re-open 8am Monday 5th January 2015
We will be celebrating all week , not just on the day , so that all the children have a chance to have some Halloween fun . All children are welcome to come along in their costumes at any time next week, though please ensure they have something to change into as well - it can be very hard work being a witch/ cat/princess/superhero all day long!. Please also feel free to bring in any pumpkin lanterns from home and we'll display them in the nursery for all to see.
Looking ahead we have some dates for your diary :
PARENTS EVENING : 6pm to 7:30pm Wednesday 19th November . This is for all parents to come along to chat to the staff and discuss your child's progress. You will be able to see some of the activities on offer as well as have the opportunity to meet other parents . This is a drop-in evening - you are not expected to stay the whole time just come along when you can. Do please make other arrangements for the children though - the staff will be talking to parents so unable to supervise them. We look forward to seeing you all there .
SUNFLOWERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT : Wednesday 17th December 3pm . More information on this will follow nearer the time , but please keep that afternoon free.
CHRISTMAS PARTY: Thursday 18th December 2-4pm . This is for all buttercups and sunflowers - the snowdrops/bluebells have their own more restrained celebrations as it all rather overwhelming for the little ones .
PLEASE NOTE : as the above is such a busy week , we will not be able to accommodate any extra sessions.
And finally - The nursery will close at 6pm on Tuesday 23rd December and re-open 8am Monday 5th January 2015
Wednesday 15 October 2014
Holiday play days
Hello again ,
Aberdeen Play Forum are running two events over the school holidays . There will be a family play session from 1:30pm to 3:30pm this coming Friday 17th October and another from 11am to 3pm on Friday 24th October . Both sessions will be held at Union Terrace gardens . are suitable for toddlers to primary and are free! No need to book just turn up and play on the day .
For further info please contact soozy.lai@aberlour.org.uk or on 07854958107
Aberdeen Play Forum are running two events over the school holidays . There will be a family play session from 1:30pm to 3:30pm this coming Friday 17th October and another from 11am to 3pm on Friday 24th October . Both sessions will be held at Union Terrace gardens . are suitable for toddlers to primary and are free! No need to book just turn up and play on the day .
For further info please contact soozy.lai@aberlour.org.uk or on 07854958107
Tuesday 14 October 2014
Outdoor clothing
Good afternoon everyone ,
This is a reminder to please ensure that your child has suitable outdoor clothing with them every day . At this time of year that means wellies and a waterproof suit or jacket and trousers . We try to spend as much time as possible outdoors as the children really benefit from outdoor activity. They are able to explore , dig , mix, run and jump , build dens , make creations in the mud kitchen , role play in the cafe , take care of plants , observe seasonal changes in the environment, practice and extend physical skills and most of all have fun in the fresh air! However , they do need to be properly dressed in order to make the most of their time outside .
Don't forget they also need a full change of clothes each day , and soft soled shoes or slippers for indoors and please name or initial all items -Thank you .
We will shortly be issuing a revised policy on administering non- prescription medication . You will all be given a copy of this along with information on why we have updated this . This is the time of year that we begin to see an increase in illnesses - please remember to tell us if your child is ill so we can alert others , and keep them at home until they are fully recovered. This will help to keep the spread of infections as low as possible and a healthier environment for us all.
We will also soon be launching our new blog area which will be part of the nursery website , but with password access only for parents and staff at Craigton - in this area we will also be able to upload policies and other documents of interest- watch this space for further info . Huge thanks to Carl for all his hard work on this - its very much appreciated!
The sunflowers would like to create a display of family photos in their classroom - please bring some along and hand to a member of staff or you can email them to sunflowers@clns.co.uk
They'd also be really happy to have any autumn treasures you find whilst out and about to add to their collection on their Autumn table - leaves , pine cones , conkers all welcome!
And finally a reminder that Parents Evening will be on Wednesday 19th November 6-7:30pm .
This is a reminder to please ensure that your child has suitable outdoor clothing with them every day . At this time of year that means wellies and a waterproof suit or jacket and trousers . We try to spend as much time as possible outdoors as the children really benefit from outdoor activity. They are able to explore , dig , mix, run and jump , build dens , make creations in the mud kitchen , role play in the cafe , take care of plants , observe seasonal changes in the environment, practice and extend physical skills and most of all have fun in the fresh air! However , they do need to be properly dressed in order to make the most of their time outside .
Don't forget they also need a full change of clothes each day , and soft soled shoes or slippers for indoors and please name or initial all items -Thank you .
We will shortly be issuing a revised policy on administering non- prescription medication . You will all be given a copy of this along with information on why we have updated this . This is the time of year that we begin to see an increase in illnesses - please remember to tell us if your child is ill so we can alert others , and keep them at home until they are fully recovered. This will help to keep the spread of infections as low as possible and a healthier environment for us all.
We will also soon be launching our new blog area which will be part of the nursery website , but with password access only for parents and staff at Craigton - in this area we will also be able to upload policies and other documents of interest- watch this space for further info . Huge thanks to Carl for all his hard work on this - its very much appreciated!
The sunflowers would like to create a display of family photos in their classroom - please bring some along and hand to a member of staff or you can email them to sunflowers@clns.co.uk
They'd also be really happy to have any autumn treasures you find whilst out and about to add to their collection on their Autumn table - leaves , pine cones , conkers all welcome!
And finally a reminder that Parents Evening will be on Wednesday 19th November 6-7:30pm .
Monday 6 October 2014
Questionnaire
Hello everyone ,
We have today received questionnaires from the Care Inspectorate. These will be given to parents at random . If you receive one, please complete it and return directly to the Care Inspectorate in the freepost envelope provided - the questionnaires are confidential and should not be returned to us .
Your replies will then be included in any future inspection reports .
Some more paperwork - I have not yet received everyone's PS funding application forms - please return these as soon as possible or you may miss out on the funding . Children with birth dates between 1st March 2010 and 28th Febuary 2012 are eligible for funding(providing your child does not attend a school nursery) If you haven't received an application and think you should have , please let me know .
As we approach the school holidays , some of you may be taking the opportunity to go away for a break - dont forget to let us know if your child wont be at nursery for holiday or any other reason .
Thank you
We have today received questionnaires from the Care Inspectorate. These will be given to parents at random . If you receive one, please complete it and return directly to the Care Inspectorate in the freepost envelope provided - the questionnaires are confidential and should not be returned to us .
Your replies will then be included in any future inspection reports .
Some more paperwork - I have not yet received everyone's PS funding application forms - please return these as soon as possible or you may miss out on the funding . Children with birth dates between 1st March 2010 and 28th Febuary 2012 are eligible for funding(providing your child does not attend a school nursery) If you haven't received an application and think you should have , please let me know .
As we approach the school holidays , some of you may be taking the opportunity to go away for a break - dont forget to let us know if your child wont be at nursery for holiday or any other reason .
Thank you
Friday 3 October 2014
Staff news
Hello everyone ,
We will be welcoming two new members to our staff team next week .
Ruchi Gaur will be joining the bluebells as an EY Practitioner on Monday , Thursday and Fridays . Ruchi has previous experience in both nurseries and afterschool clubs and is looking forward to getting to know you all.
The sunflowers will be welcoming a new 4-6 boy Ken Aggrey . Ken is a S6 pupil at Cults Academy who is hoping to become a doctor and looking for some experience with children. He will be with us on Monday and Wednesdays after school and Jemma will still be here the other days . Its been a while since we've had a 4-6 boy and I'm sure the sunflowers will have great fun with Ken!
Pre-school children will find some goodies in their files next week . All 3 years olds have been issued with Pirate BookBug packs . This scheme is funded by the Scottish government to encourage parents to share books with their children .
And all sunflowers will find Road Safety publications following the adventures of Ziggy . For more information please visit http://www.gosafewithziggy.com/
We will be welcoming two new members to our staff team next week .
Ruchi Gaur will be joining the bluebells as an EY Practitioner on Monday , Thursday and Fridays . Ruchi has previous experience in both nurseries and afterschool clubs and is looking forward to getting to know you all.
The sunflowers will be welcoming a new 4-6 boy Ken Aggrey . Ken is a S6 pupil at Cults Academy who is hoping to become a doctor and looking for some experience with children. He will be with us on Monday and Wednesdays after school and Jemma will still be here the other days . Its been a while since we've had a 4-6 boy and I'm sure the sunflowers will have great fun with Ken!
Pre-school children will find some goodies in their files next week . All 3 years olds have been issued with Pirate BookBug packs . This scheme is funded by the Scottish government to encourage parents to share books with their children .
And all sunflowers will find Road Safety publications following the adventures of Ziggy . For more information please visit http://www.gosafewithziggy.com/
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