Activity Brochure - July - September
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Activity Brochure - July - September
MARYLAND CHILDREN’S CENTRE Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood July - September Activity Brochure Free services for children under five and their families living in Newham All activities @ Forest Gate Children’s Centre are term time only Kay Rowe Nursery School and Forest Gate Children’s Centre Maryland Primary School and Children’s Centre Osborne Road, Forest Gate E7 0PH Tel: 020 8534 4403 www.kayrowe.newham.sch.uk Buxton Road, Stratford E15 1QX Tel: 020 8534 8351 www.maryland.newham.sch.uk Launch of Forest Gate Children’s Centre We are now coming to the end of a very exciting transition period from Kay Rowe Children’s Centre to Forest Gate Children’s Centre under Newham’s Best Start in Life Guarantee. This means that we are now the lead centre for Forest Gate Community Neighbourhood Area, and will be delivering services in partnership with Maryland Children’s Centre. Best Start in Life Guarantee The guarantee that Newham council has proposed to make to families with children aged 0-5. The guarantee focuses on high quality parenting support, health and development support and improved access to childcare. This is a joined-up offer of services to Newham’s residents including early education, health and childcare. 2 Forest Gate Children’s Centre Maryland Children’s Centre Stay and Play Messy Mondays 9.30am - 11.00am Enjoy fun and interactive activities indoors and outdoors to promote your child’s development. First 10 toddlers and their parent/carer. Last session will be 11th Jul. Next session will start 12th Sept. 10.00am - 11.30am (1-3yrs) Come and join us for some storytelling fun. We will take you into a whole new world full of imagination, adventure and creativity. Please remember to bring a change of clothes as you will get messy! Baby Group Little Explorers 1.30pm - 3.00pm (3-12 months) An inviting, safe environment where you can meet others, share ideas and experiences, enjoying regular focussed activities designed to develop babies’ senses. 1pm - 2pm This is a Stay and Play session for 2yr olds and under, with plenty of opportunities to encourage their independence as they freely explore! Community Nursery Nurse will also be available for advice about your child’s developmental stages. First 10 under 2’s and their parent and carer. Last session will be 11th Jul. Next session will start 12th Sept. 3 Forest Gate Children’s Centre Maryland Children’s Centre Developmental Health Reviews Chatterbox 19th Jul, 16th Aug, 20th Sept 9.30am - 11.15am Session delivered by Lord Lister Health Centre. By appointment only 19th Jul 9.15am - 11.15am Come and speak to a specialist if you are concerned about your child’s speech. Triple P One to One Storytelling @ The Gate Library Tuesdays 12th, 19th, 26th Jul 10.00am - 12.00pm Strategies to promote your child’s behaviour and enhance your parenting skills. 10.30am - 11.30am Come and enjoy a story, arts, crafts, songs and rhymes. Last session will be 16th Aug. Next session will start 13th Sept Let Me Communicate 10.00am - 12.00pm 20th, 27th Sept, 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th Oct These speech and language sessions are for children with special needs. By appointment only. For more information contact Forest Gate Children’s Centre. Stay and Play 1.15pm - 3.15pm This is an opportunity for mums, dads and carers to interact in fun activities. We have a welcoming and safe environment where children can learn and play through a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Booking required 4 Forest Gate Children’s Centre Maryland Children’s Centre Childminders Network @ The Lodge Stay and Play 9.15am - 11.15am Drop in for advice, training and information. Last session will be 13th Jul. Next session will start 14th Sept. 9.15am - 11.15am and 1.15pm - 3.15pm This is an opportunity for mums, dads and carers to interact in fun activities. We have a welcoming and safe environment where children can learn and play through a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. SEND Stay and Play @ The Lodge Child Health Advisory Clinic 0-5 years 1.00pm - 3.00pm For children with additional needs and their parents and carers. Last session will be 13th Jul. Next session will start 14th Sept. Every 3rd Wednesday, 20th Jul, 17th Aug 21st Sept Come and speak to a health visitor about your child’s development. Please remember to bring your child’s red book. Treasure babies Baby Massage (2-7 months) 10.00am - 11.00am Let your babies explore through their senses and a chance for you to meet other parents. First 10 babies and their parent/carer Last session will be 13th Jul. Next session will start 14th Sept. Wednesday 20th, 27th Jul and 3rd, 10th Aug 9.30am - 10.30am Learn the benefits of baby massage through positive touch. Learn massage strokes to aid your baby’s stimulation, bonding, sleep, colic, teething and digestion. Stay and Play 1.15pm - 2.45pm Enjoy fun and interactive activities indoors and outdoors to promote your child’s development. First 20 toddlers and their parent/carer. Next session 14th Sept. Booking required 5 Forest Gate Children’s Centre Maryland Children’s Centre Messy play Legal Advice 9.15am - 10.30am This is a messy, fun and interactive, experience. Make sure your child wears old clothes as they will get messy! First 10 babies/toddlers and their parent/carer. Last session will be 14th Jul. Next session will start 15th Sept. Thursday 7th Jul, 4th Aug and 8th Sept Duncan Lewis Solicitors are offering a 30 minute free advice consultation for any matters with family law such as domestic violence, divorce, public law, housing and immigration. Soft Play @ Woodgrange Baptist Church 1.00pm - 2.00pm Come and enjoy a soft play experience, where children can have fun and enhance their physical development! First 18 babies (over 6 months)/toddlers and their parent/carer. Last session will be 14th Jul. Next session will start 15th Sept. Out and About 22nd Sept to 13th Oct Times may vary Sessions visiting local places of interest such as parks, museums etc., by using public transport. You will also make a photo book at the end of the course! Chatterbox 16th Aug 9.15am - 11.45am Come and speak to a specialist if you are concerned about your child’s speech. 6 Booking required Forest Gate Children’s Centre Maryland Children’s Centre Treasure babies Childminders Network 1.30pm - 2.30pm Let your babies explore through their senses and a chance for you meet other parents. First 10 babies and their parent/carer. Last session will be 15th Jul. Next session will start 16th Sept. 9.15am - 11.15am Drop in for advice, training and information. Afternoon Tea 1.00pm - 3.00pm This is an informal group for parents and carers to enhance their life skills and personal development through group therapy, training and workshops. Forest Gate Children’s Centre Gardening Project Forest Gate Festival 7th Jul 10.30am - 12.30pm Enjoy the outdoors, come and plant bulbs, vegetables etc. 16th Jul 10am - 5pm Come and enjoy this whole street festival, lots of activities at Forest Gate Children’s Centre as well as Osborne Road! Holiday Activities @ Forest Gate Children’s Centre The centre offers activities for families with children up to 8 years old during school holidays. Please look on our website for information about our Holiday Activities or call the centre. 7 Toilet Training Workshop The centre will have a Party in the Park launch event: Are you thinking of starting to potty train your child? When: Wednesday 21st Sept Time: 11am - 1pm Where: The Lodge, Forest Lane Park Would you like some useful tips on how to begin potty training? Come and celebrate this occasion with us. There will be lots of activities, information, snacks and refreshments. Free t-shirts and key rings will also be given on the day! When: 21st July Where: Maryland Children’s Centre Time: 9.30am - 11.30am Crèche is available. For bookings call Maryland Children’s Centre: 0208 534 8351 This will also be an opportunity for you to meet the staff from both centres, find out about our services and how you can get involved! Parent Protect Workshop Understanding potential risks to children and knowing how to put in place a Family Safety Plan can help reduce the risk of harm to your child. Come and join us for a free informal Parents Protect! For further information about Newham’s Best Start in Life Guarantee please visit our website www.kayrowe.newham.sch.uk or www.newham.gov.uk/childrenscentres In this session we will build on the guidance below and assist you in picking up practical tips and advice on how to help protect children from sexual abuse. When: 21st July Where: The Lodge, Forest Lane Park, E7 9DF, 0208 534 4403 Time: 9.30am - 11.30am Crèche is available. For bookings call Forest Gate Children’s Centre: 0208 534 4403 Sleep Workshop Would you like to learn top tips on how to set up a positive sleep routine for your child? Come along to this two hour workshop, where you can learn how to begin the process of setting up a sleep & bedtime routine. Workshop is for parents with children of the ages 1 and over. When: 13th July Where: Forest Gate Children’s Centre Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pm Crèche is available. For bookings call Forest Gate Children’s Centre: 0208 534 4403 You are welcome to breastfeed at Forest Gate Children’s Centre and Maryland Children’s Centre 8 Community Events @ Forest Gate Children’s Centre Saturday 16th Jul Forest Gate Festival 10.00am - 5.00pm Launch of Forest Gate Children’s Centre 21st Sept Where: The Lodge, Forest Lane Park, E7 9DF Time: 11.00am - 1.00pm More information will be available nearer the time. Special Dates @ Maryland 30th Jul - International day of Friendship The week beginning 25th Jul children, parents and carers will explore what friendship is. 2nd Aug - National Sisters’ Day Children, parents and carers will celebrate sisters. 22nd Sept - Autumnal Equinox The week beginning 19th Sep, children, parents and carers will explore the wonders of autumn. Baby Clothes Bank @ Maryland Parent Play and Talk This six week programme is delivered on a 1:1 basis in your home. Parents can learn techniques to encourage their child’s speech through play. Why not contact: Josie, Eduardo or Farjana @ Forest Gate Children’s Centre. Sophia @ Maryland Children’s Centre. Newham community breastfeeding drop-In group Monday: 4 July - 26 September 2016 Time: 2.00pm - 5.00pm Venue: Rebecca Cheetham Children’s Centre Marcus Street Stratford E15 3JT Please contact the Parent Education Team for more information on 0207 363 8026. Forest Gate Children’s Centre has achieved the Newham Healthy Children's Centre status. Do you have any new, newly new or good quality second hand children's clothes from 0-5 years? We kindly welcome all donations from parents. We will hold our baby bank sale to sell baby clothes and items at a low price. Come and grab yourself a bargain! We also give away clothes for parents that need additional support. (Please contact our Outreach Officer Sophia Skeen at Maryland Children’s Centre to book an appointment). Family Support Information and Advice Do you need support with: • housing • childcare • domestic violence • benefits • nutrition • speech and language • training • support for children/adults with additional needs? Then come and speak to: Ana France, Josie Brown, Farjana Hussain, Eduardo Da Costa, Farida Patel @ Forest Gate Children’s Centre on 0208 534 4403 Sonia Thomas and Sophie Skeen @ Maryland Children’s Centre on 0208 534 8351 9 Attention parents! More children are eligible for Free Early Education for 2 year olds. Your child may be entitled to up to 15 hours per week of free early education, starting the term after their second birthday. This is subject to meeting qualifying criteria. For more information contact: Your local Children’s Centre or online www.newham.gov.uk/twoyearold Is your child 2yrs old or under Are you concerned about your child’s development? Do you need advice on bedtime routines, nutrition or toilet training? Then call Forest Gate Children’s Centre to book an appointment with Anna Tschani, Community Nursery Nurse. Appointments will be for Monday afternoons between 1.30pm and 3.00pm. Childminders Are you a parent looking for childcare or to become a childminder? Are you looking for support, advice on training and information? Then Contact: Jennifer Walcott @ Forest Gate Children’s Centre 0208 534 4403 Farida Patel @Maryland Children’s Centre 0208 534 8351 Volunteering opportunities Can you spare a few hours a week volunteering in your local area? Newham’s Best Start in Life (BSiL) offer provides access to early education, childcare and health services to families with children under five. Relevant training will be provided. Toy Library @ Maryland For more information or to book an induction, please contact the Early Start Volunteer Engagement Worker The toy library provides resources to introduce parents and children to early years learning and development. Children can borrow a book and one toy for up to one week. on 020 3373 0580 or email: [email protected] 10 Triple P Made of Money A Positive Parenting Programme group session could help you enhance your parenting skills. Groups discuss how parents can work with their children using tried and tested parenting techniques. These sessions will help you to understand your finance, debt and how to manage your budget. By attending these sessions you will gain confidence, learn for the future about money and share top tips to beat the big brands! You will be able to use strategies to support your child’s sleep routine, behaviour, teach new skills and much more. Crèche will be provided. For more information contact Ana on 0208 534 4403, or Maryland Children’s Centre on 0208 534 8351 For more information contact Ana / Farida on 0208 534 4403 or Sonia 0208 534 8351 Stepping Stones Group Programme Stepping Stones Triple P specifically addresses the needs of families who have a child with additional need aged 2-12yrs. You will learn how to manage behaviour problems and developmental issues common amongst children with additional needs. How to take care for yourself reducing parenting stress, develop a close relationship with your child and lots more. For more information contact Josie on 0208 534 4403. Welcome Everyone who has a child under 5 years old in their family and living in Newham are welcome to use our services. Some of our groups need to be booked in advance. We provide a free crèche for most of our classes for adults. You will be asked to register your child in the crèche when you book on a course. It is best that you book early as places in our crèche are limited. Please bring your Family Membership Cards when attending sessions at the centre. If you need to apply, please ask at reception. Why not take a photo of your cards on your phone, so if you forget your cards at home, we can always track them on your phone? 11 12