Welcome to the May/June 2010 newsletter
Welcome
We would like to welcome two of our new staff members, Michelle Mc Grath who is working in Montessori and Fiona Leahy in Pre- Montessori room.
Birthdays
We would like to say a “Big” Happy Birthday to the following children and hope they all had or will have a great birthday.
June
Stephen who was 2 on the 2nd
Adam who was 2 on the 13th
Niamh & Caoimhe who were 4 on the 15th
Aine who will be 3 on the 19th
Cara who will be 2 on the 20th
Noah who will be 4 on the 27th
Courses
Jessie had recently attended Food Safety and Hygiene & Haccp and a 3 day on Occupational First Aid with Berrick Resources by Fetac Level 5.
Toddler Room
Roisin and James have recently moved to the toddler room and in no time we will see their first steps.
Pyjama Day
A big thank you to all who contributed for the Make a Wish Foundation, which we raised 500 Euro.
Puppet Show
We had our Puppet show, the Gruffalo story; all the children enjoyed every second of it. They were all overwhelmed with the puppets.
Montessori Teacher
We would like to wish Kelley good luck for the birth of her first baby. She is due soon and is going on maternity leave on the 23rd of July.
Ecce September 2010
Mother Hubbard’s will be participating in the ECCE Free Pre School Year again in September 2010. The Montessori session will run from 9.00am to 12.00 am from September 2010. A administration fee of €30 will be charges at the start of the Montessori year which must be paid by all children attending. If you would like any further information please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Fathers’ Day
All the children in the all rooms are making lovely cards for Fathers’ Day. We would like to wish all the Dads a Happy Fathers’ day.
Summer Recipe
Ingredients
• 1 (12 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate
• 3 cups cold water
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen sliced strawberries
Directions
• In a large pitcher, stir together the lemonade concentrate and water.
• Place strawberries into the container of a blender, and puree until smooth.
• Pour in some of the lemonade if necessary to facilitate blending. Stir strawberry puree into the lemonade.
• Pour into moulds, and freeze until firm, about 4 hours.
Hmmmmmmmmm…… Very nice
Mother Hubbard's
19 Nephin Road
Dublin 7
01 8688460
dublin7@motherhubbardschildcare.ie
http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
Monday, June 21, 2010
Slane Road June Newsletter 2010
Mother Hubbard's Newsletter June 2010
June Birthdays
Aisling Smith is 2 on the 25th
Rory Devoy Hamilton is 4 on the 14th
Leah Coleman is 5 on the 13th
The Montessori sessionals will finish up June 30th at 12.15 and 4.30. All the staff at Mother Hubbard's would like to say a big farewell to all the children who are leaving us and to the Montessori children who finish up on this day. We would like to wish them the best of luck in big school and wish their families well and we are looking forward to seeing the rest of the Montessori children back in September.
Summer Camp 10 will be held in our Centre for July and August. The emphasis in the camp is on fun and enjoyment for all. The camp provides a wide and varied programme of activities to suit all age groups. If you are interested in your child attending the camp please ask for a booking form in the office.
Children’s Holidays
Please note there will be a sheet on the cloakroom door for parents to fill out the dates that their child will be on holidays from the crèche during the summer months. We would be grateful if you could fill this out as it helps us to determine staff needs over the summer. Thank You!
September 2010
Mother Hubbard's will be participating in the ECCE Free Pre-school Year again in September 2010. If you know anyone who is interested in enrolling their child for the Montessori please give them our details. The Montessori session will run from 9.00am to 12.00 am from September 2010, there will also be an optional extra half hour from 12.00-12.30 for parents to keep their child at an additional cost. A administration fee of €30 will be charges at the start of the Montessori year which must be paid by all children attending. If you would like an further information please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Reminder for all parents, especially for those who have children leaving for school in September, a months written notice is required when informing us that your child will not be returning to the centre in order to receiver the full deposit you paid when you started your child with us. Thank You!
Stephanie will be on holidays from the 15th June 2010 until the 24th June 2010 if you have any questions or queries please inform Josie in Montessori!
This is a reminder to bring in sunhats and suncream for your child to keep in the centre!
Jenny, Rachel and Bridget recently completed a Paediatric Occupational first Aid course with Meath Civil Defence. Stephanie recently completed a Fetac Level 5 Occupational First Aid Course with Berrick Resources.
Montessori Trip
The Montessori children are going on their end of year tour to Grove Gardens this year. There will be 2 groups going; Group 1 on the 14th June and Group2 on the 1st July please see the notice board for what group your child is in. Also can you ensure that your child is dressed appropriately for the weather on the day and that’s sessional children have a packed lunch with them. Thank You!
In the rooms this month;
Toddler room; Completed their summertime display with their sandy beach and sea! They are now doing Sea life! They had lots of fun outdoors and doing water and sand play! They have also had lots of fun with the playschool children at Gymboree.
Playschool Room; Learned about summertime and made lollipops and buckets and spades for their beach! They also made traffic lights and learned about what the mean. As part of observations in the room they made spiders and coloured Superman!
Montessori; Are learning about the summer and learned a lovely song called ‘ The joys of Summer’ .They made hand print sunshine, bees and butterflies as part of their topic. They had their Teddy Bear Picnic on Thursday and their trips are coming up! They are now up to the letter ‘E’ on their alphabet letters.
After school; The children made treasure maps, decorative flowers for their window and did lots of free painitng!
Montessori are having their Sports Day on Thursday the 24th of June weather permitting so make sure that children are dressed appropriately. If your child is not due in on this day they are welcome to come in from 10-12 for the Sports Day activities.
Montessori will be having their Graduation Party on the 30th of June and there will be tea and coffee for parents in the reception area from 11.30 am…Hope to see you all there!
Topic of the month; Taking care in the sun
The experts are predicting a sunny summer this year…fingers crossed!!! So here are a few tips on how to protect your children from the sun!!
Lots of good sunscreens are available for kids. When faced with the overwhelming sea of sunscreen choices at drugstores, concentrate on the SPF (sun protection factor) numbers on the labels. For kids age 6 months and older, select an SPF of 15 or higher to prevent both sunburn and tanning. Choose a sunscreen that states on the label that it protects against both UVA and UVB rays (referred to as "broad-spectrum" sunscreen). To avoid possible skin allergy, avoid sunscreens with PABA, and if your child has sensitive skin, look for a product with the active ingredient titanium dioxide (a chemical-free block).For sunscreen to do its job, it must be applied correctly. Be sure to:
• Apply sunscreen whenever your child will be in the sun.
• Apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before kids go outside so that a good layer of protection can form. Don't forget about lips, hands, ears, feet, shoulders, and behind the neck. Lift up bathing suit straps and apply sunscreen underneath them (in case the straps shift as a child moves).
• Don't try to stretch out a bottle of sunscreen; apply it generously.
• Reapply sunscreen often, approximately every 2 to 3 hours, as recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology. Reapply after a child is sweating or swimming.
• Apply a waterproof sunscreen if kids will be around water or swimming. Water reflects and intensifies the sun's rays, so kids need protection that lasts. Waterproof sunscreens may last up to 80 minutes in the water, and some are also sweat- and rub-proof. But regardless of the waterproof label, be sure to reapply sunscreen when kids come out of the water.
Mother Hubbard's,
56 Blackcastle Demesne,
Slane Road, Navan.
046- -9059967
E-mail; navan @motherhubbardschildcare.ie
www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie
June Birthdays
Aisling Smith is 2 on the 25th
Rory Devoy Hamilton is 4 on the 14th
Leah Coleman is 5 on the 13th
The Montessori sessionals will finish up June 30th at 12.15 and 4.30. All the staff at Mother Hubbard's would like to say a big farewell to all the children who are leaving us and to the Montessori children who finish up on this day. We would like to wish them the best of luck in big school and wish their families well and we are looking forward to seeing the rest of the Montessori children back in September.
Summer Camp 10 will be held in our Centre for July and August. The emphasis in the camp is on fun and enjoyment for all. The camp provides a wide and varied programme of activities to suit all age groups. If you are interested in your child attending the camp please ask for a booking form in the office.
Children’s Holidays
Please note there will be a sheet on the cloakroom door for parents to fill out the dates that their child will be on holidays from the crèche during the summer months. We would be grateful if you could fill this out as it helps us to determine staff needs over the summer. Thank You!
September 2010
Mother Hubbard's will be participating in the ECCE Free Pre-school Year again in September 2010. If you know anyone who is interested in enrolling their child for the Montessori please give them our details. The Montessori session will run from 9.00am to 12.00 am from September 2010, there will also be an optional extra half hour from 12.00-12.30 for parents to keep their child at an additional cost. A administration fee of €30 will be charges at the start of the Montessori year which must be paid by all children attending. If you would like an further information please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Reminder for all parents, especially for those who have children leaving for school in September, a months written notice is required when informing us that your child will not be returning to the centre in order to receiver the full deposit you paid when you started your child with us. Thank You!
Stephanie will be on holidays from the 15th June 2010 until the 24th June 2010 if you have any questions or queries please inform Josie in Montessori!
This is a reminder to bring in sunhats and suncream for your child to keep in the centre!
Jenny, Rachel and Bridget recently completed a Paediatric Occupational first Aid course with Meath Civil Defence. Stephanie recently completed a Fetac Level 5 Occupational First Aid Course with Berrick Resources.
Montessori Trip
The Montessori children are going on their end of year tour to Grove Gardens this year. There will be 2 groups going; Group 1 on the 14th June and Group2 on the 1st July please see the notice board for what group your child is in. Also can you ensure that your child is dressed appropriately for the weather on the day and that’s sessional children have a packed lunch with them. Thank You!
In the rooms this month;
Toddler room; Completed their summertime display with their sandy beach and sea! They are now doing Sea life! They had lots of fun outdoors and doing water and sand play! They have also had lots of fun with the playschool children at Gymboree.
Playschool Room; Learned about summertime and made lollipops and buckets and spades for their beach! They also made traffic lights and learned about what the mean. As part of observations in the room they made spiders and coloured Superman!
Montessori; Are learning about the summer and learned a lovely song called ‘ The joys of Summer’ .They made hand print sunshine, bees and butterflies as part of their topic. They had their Teddy Bear Picnic on Thursday and their trips are coming up! They are now up to the letter ‘E’ on their alphabet letters.
After school; The children made treasure maps, decorative flowers for their window and did lots of free painitng!
Montessori are having their Sports Day on Thursday the 24th of June weather permitting so make sure that children are dressed appropriately. If your child is not due in on this day they are welcome to come in from 10-12 for the Sports Day activities.
Montessori will be having their Graduation Party on the 30th of June and there will be tea and coffee for parents in the reception area from 11.30 am…Hope to see you all there!
Topic of the month; Taking care in the sun
The experts are predicting a sunny summer this year…fingers crossed!!! So here are a few tips on how to protect your children from the sun!!
Lots of good sunscreens are available for kids. When faced with the overwhelming sea of sunscreen choices at drugstores, concentrate on the SPF (sun protection factor) numbers on the labels. For kids age 6 months and older, select an SPF of 15 or higher to prevent both sunburn and tanning. Choose a sunscreen that states on the label that it protects against both UVA and UVB rays (referred to as "broad-spectrum" sunscreen). To avoid possible skin allergy, avoid sunscreens with PABA, and if your child has sensitive skin, look for a product with the active ingredient titanium dioxide (a chemical-free block).For sunscreen to do its job, it must be applied correctly. Be sure to:
• Apply sunscreen whenever your child will be in the sun.
• Apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before kids go outside so that a good layer of protection can form. Don't forget about lips, hands, ears, feet, shoulders, and behind the neck. Lift up bathing suit straps and apply sunscreen underneath them (in case the straps shift as a child moves).
• Don't try to stretch out a bottle of sunscreen; apply it generously.
• Reapply sunscreen often, approximately every 2 to 3 hours, as recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology. Reapply after a child is sweating or swimming.
• Apply a waterproof sunscreen if kids will be around water or swimming. Water reflects and intensifies the sun's rays, so kids need protection that lasts. Waterproof sunscreens may last up to 80 minutes in the water, and some are also sweat- and rub-proof. But regardless of the waterproof label, be sure to reapply sunscreen when kids come out of the water.
Mother Hubbard's,
56 Blackcastle Demesne,
Slane Road, Navan.
046- -9059967
E-mail; navan @motherhubbardschildcare.ie
www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Ongar May Newsletter 2010
Mother Hubbards Newsletter May 2010
Look who has had a birthday recently:
• Sarah in the playschool room who turned 2 years old on the 23rd of April.
• Megan in the baby room who will be turning 1 on the 27th of May.
• Catherine in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 14th of May.
• Fredrick in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 10th of May.
• Senia in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 4th of May.
• Rugile in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 8th of May.
• Miriam in the ECCE room who will be turning 4 on the 25th of May.
A huge welcome to:
• Maelie who started in the baby room
• Androus who started in the Montessori room
• Jane who started in the afternoon ECCE room
• Jamie and Lara Colgan they will start in June
• Max and Alex they will start in June
Website
Our new website is up and running…you can check it out at http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
You can find information; photos etc. of each centre and you can now also follow us on Facebook and Twitter. If you wish to join visit the website and follow the link.
Congratulations to:
• Louise on the arrival of baby Sean
• The Mc Eldowney family on the arrival of baby Lisa
Sun cream and Sunhats
As the weather is starting to get a bit better could all parents please send in a sunhat for their child clearly labelled to be left in the crèche. Also for parents of sessional children (those who attend 9.15-12.15) please ensure that they have sun-cream applied before coming into the centre. Children who do not have sun cream on will not be allowed to go outside. Could parents of part-time and full-time children please send in a bottle of sun-cream to be kept in the crèche.
Tesco Vouchers
Thank you to all who have brought in their vouchers so far, please keep them coming and remember to ask for the vouchers when you do your shopping…as they say in Tesco “Every Little Helps”.
ECCE Scheme for September 2010
Could all parents of children in the Pre-Montessori room please inform Irene (manager) if their child will be attending in September for the ECCE Scheme if you have not already done so as spaces are filling up very quickly. Also our Montessori session will start at 9.00am and finish at 12pm from September 2010. If you know of anyone who wishes to enrol their child please tell them to do so as soon as possible. See our website for more info http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
Montessori Trip
This year the Montessori class are planning to go to Newgrange Farm on their end of year trip. We will keep parents up to date on future developments.
Summer Camp
We are delighted to announce our second summer camp programme for the months of July and August. The camp will provide numerous indoor and outdoor activities. Some activities include cooking, arts and crafts, music and dance, obstacle courses, treasure hunts, sports days and many more fun activities. The camp will be divided up into two groups:
3-4 years
9.30 am to 1.30 pm
€75 per week/€275 per month
5-9 years
9.30am to 2.30 pm
€85 per week/€315 per month
Mother Hubbard's
6 The Avenue
Ongar Village
Dublin 15
01 8260055
ongar@motherhubbardschildcare.ie
http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
Look who has had a birthday recently:
• Sarah in the playschool room who turned 2 years old on the 23rd of April.
• Megan in the baby room who will be turning 1 on the 27th of May.
• Catherine in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 14th of May.
• Fredrick in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 10th of May.
• Senia in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 4th of May.
• Rugile in the ECCE room who turned 4 on the 8th of May.
• Miriam in the ECCE room who will be turning 4 on the 25th of May.
A huge welcome to:
• Maelie who started in the baby room
• Androus who started in the Montessori room
• Jane who started in the afternoon ECCE room
• Jamie and Lara Colgan they will start in June
• Max and Alex they will start in June
Website
Our new website is up and running…you can check it out at http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
You can find information; photos etc. of each centre and you can now also follow us on Facebook and Twitter. If you wish to join visit the website and follow the link.
Congratulations to:
• Louise on the arrival of baby Sean
• The Mc Eldowney family on the arrival of baby Lisa
Sun cream and Sunhats
As the weather is starting to get a bit better could all parents please send in a sunhat for their child clearly labelled to be left in the crèche. Also for parents of sessional children (those who attend 9.15-12.15) please ensure that they have sun-cream applied before coming into the centre. Children who do not have sun cream on will not be allowed to go outside. Could parents of part-time and full-time children please send in a bottle of sun-cream to be kept in the crèche.
Tesco Vouchers
Thank you to all who have brought in their vouchers so far, please keep them coming and remember to ask for the vouchers when you do your shopping…as they say in Tesco “Every Little Helps”.
ECCE Scheme for September 2010
Could all parents of children in the Pre-Montessori room please inform Irene (manager) if their child will be attending in September for the ECCE Scheme if you have not already done so as spaces are filling up very quickly. Also our Montessori session will start at 9.00am and finish at 12pm from September 2010. If you know of anyone who wishes to enrol their child please tell them to do so as soon as possible. See our website for more info http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
Montessori Trip
This year the Montessori class are planning to go to Newgrange Farm on their end of year trip. We will keep parents up to date on future developments.
Summer Camp
We are delighted to announce our second summer camp programme for the months of July and August. The camp will provide numerous indoor and outdoor activities. Some activities include cooking, arts and crafts, music and dance, obstacle courses, treasure hunts, sports days and many more fun activities. The camp will be divided up into two groups:
3-4 years
9.30 am to 1.30 pm
€75 per week/€275 per month
5-9 years
9.30am to 2.30 pm
€85 per week/€315 per month
Mother Hubbard's
6 The Avenue
Ongar Village
Dublin 15
01 8260055
ongar@motherhubbardschildcare.ie
http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
Friday, May 7, 2010
Flowerhill April/May Newsletter 2010
Mother Hubbards Newsletter April – May 2010
Look who has had a birthday recently:
• Niall in the playschool room who turned 2 years old on the 14th April.
• Leo in the Montessori room who turned 4 years old on the 20th April.
• Andrew in the playschool room who turned 3 years old on the 23rd April.
• Deborah in the Montessori room who turned 4 years old also on the 23rd April.
• Ayisat in the Montessori room who turned 4 years old on the 5th May.
• Lynn (student) who will be ??? on the 25th May.
• Karen (Montessori leader) who will turn ??? on the 27th May.
Fundraisers
We would like to thank all who donated money for Pyjama Day 2010. We raised a total of €435 for Make A Wish Foundation and the children all had great fun on the day.
We would also like to thank all who donated clothes to Umbra Clothing collection to help raise vital funds in the aid of Cancer research in St. Luke’s Hospital Dublin.
Big Toddle for Barnardos
We are hoping to hold our Danone Big Toddle in June of this year. This is a fundraising event where playschool and Montessori will go on a Big Toddle to raise money for Barnardos. Keep an eye out for the date and details!
Website
Our new website is up and running…you can check it out at http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
You can find information; photos etc. of each centre and you can now also follow us on Facebook and Twitter. If you wish to join visit the website and follow the link.
Congratulations to:
• Karen and Peter McGovern,
• Paul and Orla Clarke,
• Nicola and Joe McGrath and
• Patricia and Warren Grace
On the birth of their baby boys
Sun cream and Sunhats
As the weather is starting to get a bit better could all parents please send in a sunhat for their child clearly labelled to be left in the crèche. Also for parents of sessional children (those who attend 9.15-12.15) please ensure that they have sun-cream applied before coming into the centre. Children who do not have sun cream on will not be allowed to go outside. Could parents of part-time and full-time children please send in a bottle of sun-cream to be kept in the crèche.
Tesco Vouchers
Thank you to all who have brought in their vouchers so far, please keep them coming and remember to ask for the vouchers when you do your shopping…as they say in Tesco “Every Little Helps”.
Media Initiative for Children
Sharon (manager) recently attended training for the Media Initiative for Children Respecting Differences in the Ardboyne Hotel. This is training provided by the Early Years organisation and The Peace Initiatives and they aim to build a better understanding among children of physical, racial and cultural differences. Bullying behaviours and the inclusion of Traveller children are also addressed. Mother Hubbards hopes to receive the pack which accompanies the training shortly and then each centre will get the opportunity to introduce the pack to the children. Parents will be informed in more detail about when the pack is going to be introduced to their child and in what way nearer the time!
ECCE Scheme for September 2010
Could all parents of children in the playschool room please inform Sharon (manager) if their child will be attending in September for the ECCE Scheme if you have not already done so as spaces are filling up very quickly. Also our Montessori session will start at 9.00am and finish at 12.00 from September 2010. If you know of anyone who wishes to enrol their child please tell them to do so as soon as possible.
Montessori Trip
This year the Montessori class will be going on their end of year trip to Newgrange Farm. We will be going on two separate days, Thursday 3rd June and Tuesday 8th June. The children will leave the centre at 9.30am sharp and will return to the centre at 12.15-12.30 (approx.). They will need to dress weather appropriate for the day also (a pair of wellies might be the best option!) Keep an eye out on the notice boards for more information.
Look what we have been doing in our rooms:
Playschool Room: We have been busy learning about wild animals, you can see our display of elephants, monkeys, zebras and more inside on the wall. We have also started working on our summer display.
Montessori Room: We have been very busy learning about outer space and making our display. We have started working on our under the sea theme which we now have displayed in the room. We made seahorses and octopuses. We were also learning about the colour purple.
Afterschool Room: We have been having great fun doing science experiments, collecting bugs and insects and learning all about them. We also have been having great fun playing outdoors with the water!
Could parents of afterschool children please send in a change of clothes for their child to have in the crèche. The children are much more comfortable in their own clothes in the afternoon, especially in the warmer weather. It’s also useful to have a spare set here in case of emergencies!
Going to School (Article taken from http://www.rollercoaster.ie/)
Some Tips & resources to help your child settle in and thrive in school
Knowing Your Child is Ready for School
• Communication: Your child should be able to understand others and to be understood.
• Learning skills: Your child should be able to concentrate on a simple task, and to pay attention to people around them.
• Physical skills: Your child should have some dressing skills and be able to use the bathroom. They should also be comfortable with fine motor skills like holding a pencil or crayon.
• Social skills: Your child should be able to play with and, importantly, share with others. Also, it is important that your child can respond to instructions or correction by the teacher.
• Emotional skills: It is helpful if your child is comfortable being away from you for relatively short periods of time. If a child is confident that their parent will return they are more likely to settle in a new environment.
Helping Your Child Adjust to School
In helping your child to adjust, it is beneficial if parents have a positive and relaxed attitude towards school. Some key things to remember include:
• Visit the school with your child before the first day. As mentioned earlier, many schools have scheduled open days to facilitate this.
• Involve your child in preparations like buying uniforms, etc. Let them help pick out things like school bags, pencil cases and lunchboxes.
• Talk with your child about what they are looking forward to about school and what worries they may have, and try to answer any questions they have.
• Parents should try to take their child to school for the first few days of school. Alternatively, arrange for a familiar person to do it so that the child has a link to their home environment.
• Going with friends or an older brother or sister (if there is one) can also help.
• Familiarise yourself with school policies, for example those relating to uniforms, lunches and discipline. This will aid your understanding of the guidelines that influence your child's school day.
How to Talk to Your Child about School
As was mentioned above, talking to your child about school can help them to adjust. This continues to be important throughout their school lives.
• Talk with your child regularly about school. While this is important in itself, it also means that if a problem arises your child is used to talking about school matters.
• Remember to listen to what your child tells you. All parents lead busy lives, and sometimes it is easy to be distracted when your child is talking to you.
• Find an appropriate time and place to talk to your child. This should not be a formal time, but can be at mealtimes when the family is discussing their day, when a child has brought an art project home from school, or even on the way home from school.
• Always ask your child about their experiences in school in a casual and relaxed way. This can be difficult, particularly if you are worried about a problem or incident. Remember, the way you react to your child in this type of situation may affect whether they will come to you with their concerns again.
• However, while it is important to be relaxed, never dismiss concerns that your child may share.
How to Approach Your Child's School
Parents have many reasons to contact their child's school, ranging from getting information on school events to dealing with possible difficulties. Teachers and school staff are always willing to speak with parents, but keeping a few things in mind can help the process.
• While teachers are always willing to speak with parents, it is important to remember to find the right time to do this. The start of the school day can be very busy, so try to arrange a good time with the teacher.
• Be sure to attend any parent-teacher meetings the school organises. This gives both parents and teachers a chance to talk about a child's progress.
• If you do need to talk with the teacher about a problem your child is having remember to be calm and to communicate your concerns clearly. Listen to what the teacher has to say and work together to find the best way to tackle the problem.
• Attending school events, such as sports days and Christmas concerts, can also be very important. Not only do children enjoy the chance to share their achievements with their parents, but these events also provide the parents with a useful means of strengthening their relationship with their child's teacher, as well as getting to know other staff including teachers your child may have in the future and the school principal.
151 Blackcastle Lodge, Flowerhill, Navan, Co.Meath
Phone: 046-9070558
Flowerhill Fax: 046-9070670
Navan E-Mail: flowerhill@motherhubbardschildcare.ie
http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
Look who has had a birthday recently:
• Niall in the playschool room who turned 2 years old on the 14th April.
• Leo in the Montessori room who turned 4 years old on the 20th April.
• Andrew in the playschool room who turned 3 years old on the 23rd April.
• Deborah in the Montessori room who turned 4 years old also on the 23rd April.
• Ayisat in the Montessori room who turned 4 years old on the 5th May.
• Lynn (student) who will be ??? on the 25th May.
• Karen (Montessori leader) who will turn ??? on the 27th May.
Fundraisers
We would like to thank all who donated money for Pyjama Day 2010. We raised a total of €435 for Make A Wish Foundation and the children all had great fun on the day.
We would also like to thank all who donated clothes to Umbra Clothing collection to help raise vital funds in the aid of Cancer research in St. Luke’s Hospital Dublin.
Big Toddle for Barnardos
We are hoping to hold our Danone Big Toddle in June of this year. This is a fundraising event where playschool and Montessori will go on a Big Toddle to raise money for Barnardos. Keep an eye out for the date and details!
Website
Our new website is up and running…you can check it out at http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
You can find information; photos etc. of each centre and you can now also follow us on Facebook and Twitter. If you wish to join visit the website and follow the link.
Congratulations to:
• Karen and Peter McGovern,
• Paul and Orla Clarke,
• Nicola and Joe McGrath and
• Patricia and Warren Grace
On the birth of their baby boys
Sun cream and Sunhats
As the weather is starting to get a bit better could all parents please send in a sunhat for their child clearly labelled to be left in the crèche. Also for parents of sessional children (those who attend 9.15-12.15) please ensure that they have sun-cream applied before coming into the centre. Children who do not have sun cream on will not be allowed to go outside. Could parents of part-time and full-time children please send in a bottle of sun-cream to be kept in the crèche.
Tesco Vouchers
Thank you to all who have brought in their vouchers so far, please keep them coming and remember to ask for the vouchers when you do your shopping…as they say in Tesco “Every Little Helps”.
Media Initiative for Children
Sharon (manager) recently attended training for the Media Initiative for Children Respecting Differences in the Ardboyne Hotel. This is training provided by the Early Years organisation and The Peace Initiatives and they aim to build a better understanding among children of physical, racial and cultural differences. Bullying behaviours and the inclusion of Traveller children are also addressed. Mother Hubbards hopes to receive the pack which accompanies the training shortly and then each centre will get the opportunity to introduce the pack to the children. Parents will be informed in more detail about when the pack is going to be introduced to their child and in what way nearer the time!
ECCE Scheme for September 2010
Could all parents of children in the playschool room please inform Sharon (manager) if their child will be attending in September for the ECCE Scheme if you have not already done so as spaces are filling up very quickly. Also our Montessori session will start at 9.00am and finish at 12.00 from September 2010. If you know of anyone who wishes to enrol their child please tell them to do so as soon as possible.
Montessori Trip
This year the Montessori class will be going on their end of year trip to Newgrange Farm. We will be going on two separate days, Thursday 3rd June and Tuesday 8th June. The children will leave the centre at 9.30am sharp and will return to the centre at 12.15-12.30 (approx.). They will need to dress weather appropriate for the day also (a pair of wellies might be the best option!) Keep an eye out on the notice boards for more information.
Look what we have been doing in our rooms:
Playschool Room: We have been busy learning about wild animals, you can see our display of elephants, monkeys, zebras and more inside on the wall. We have also started working on our summer display.
Montessori Room: We have been very busy learning about outer space and making our display. We have started working on our under the sea theme which we now have displayed in the room. We made seahorses and octopuses. We were also learning about the colour purple.
Afterschool Room: We have been having great fun doing science experiments, collecting bugs and insects and learning all about them. We also have been having great fun playing outdoors with the water!
Could parents of afterschool children please send in a change of clothes for their child to have in the crèche. The children are much more comfortable in their own clothes in the afternoon, especially in the warmer weather. It’s also useful to have a spare set here in case of emergencies!
Going to School (Article taken from http://www.rollercoaster.ie/)
Some Tips & resources to help your child settle in and thrive in school
Knowing Your Child is Ready for School
• Communication: Your child should be able to understand others and to be understood.
• Learning skills: Your child should be able to concentrate on a simple task, and to pay attention to people around them.
• Physical skills: Your child should have some dressing skills and be able to use the bathroom. They should also be comfortable with fine motor skills like holding a pencil or crayon.
• Social skills: Your child should be able to play with and, importantly, share with others. Also, it is important that your child can respond to instructions or correction by the teacher.
• Emotional skills: It is helpful if your child is comfortable being away from you for relatively short periods of time. If a child is confident that their parent will return they are more likely to settle in a new environment.
Helping Your Child Adjust to School
In helping your child to adjust, it is beneficial if parents have a positive and relaxed attitude towards school. Some key things to remember include:
• Visit the school with your child before the first day. As mentioned earlier, many schools have scheduled open days to facilitate this.
• Involve your child in preparations like buying uniforms, etc. Let them help pick out things like school bags, pencil cases and lunchboxes.
• Talk with your child about what they are looking forward to about school and what worries they may have, and try to answer any questions they have.
• Parents should try to take their child to school for the first few days of school. Alternatively, arrange for a familiar person to do it so that the child has a link to their home environment.
• Going with friends or an older brother or sister (if there is one) can also help.
• Familiarise yourself with school policies, for example those relating to uniforms, lunches and discipline. This will aid your understanding of the guidelines that influence your child's school day.
How to Talk to Your Child about School
As was mentioned above, talking to your child about school can help them to adjust. This continues to be important throughout their school lives.
• Talk with your child regularly about school. While this is important in itself, it also means that if a problem arises your child is used to talking about school matters.
• Remember to listen to what your child tells you. All parents lead busy lives, and sometimes it is easy to be distracted when your child is talking to you.
• Find an appropriate time and place to talk to your child. This should not be a formal time, but can be at mealtimes when the family is discussing their day, when a child has brought an art project home from school, or even on the way home from school.
• Always ask your child about their experiences in school in a casual and relaxed way. This can be difficult, particularly if you are worried about a problem or incident. Remember, the way you react to your child in this type of situation may affect whether they will come to you with their concerns again.
• However, while it is important to be relaxed, never dismiss concerns that your child may share.
How to Approach Your Child's School
Parents have many reasons to contact their child's school, ranging from getting information on school events to dealing with possible difficulties. Teachers and school staff are always willing to speak with parents, but keeping a few things in mind can help the process.
• While teachers are always willing to speak with parents, it is important to remember to find the right time to do this. The start of the school day can be very busy, so try to arrange a good time with the teacher.
• Be sure to attend any parent-teacher meetings the school organises. This gives both parents and teachers a chance to talk about a child's progress.
• If you do need to talk with the teacher about a problem your child is having remember to be calm and to communicate your concerns clearly. Listen to what the teacher has to say and work together to find the best way to tackle the problem.
• Attending school events, such as sports days and Christmas concerts, can also be very important. Not only do children enjoy the chance to share their achievements with their parents, but these events also provide the parents with a useful means of strengthening their relationship with their child's teacher, as well as getting to know other staff including teachers your child may have in the future and the school principal.
151 Blackcastle Lodge, Flowerhill, Navan, Co.Meath
Phone: 046-9070558
Flowerhill Fax: 046-9070670
Navan E-Mail: flowerhill@motherhubbardschildcare.ie
http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Slane rd April newsletter 2010
Mother Hubbards Newsletter April 2010
A Big Happy Birthday to...
Hannah Mongey was 3 on the 12th April
Maia Mc Govern was 5 on the 1st April
Bebhionn Diskin was 9 on the 2nd April
Website
Our new website is up and running at http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/ You can find information, photos and a blog about this centre and all the other Mother Hubbards centres. We are also now on Facebook and Twitter so if you wish to join visit the website and follow the link!
Pyjama Day
Thank you to everyone who took part and raised money for the Make a Wish Foundation on Pyjama Day! Everyone had lots of fun eating their mid morning breakfast and playing games! We raised over €530 which is brilliant!
Big Toddle for Barnardos
We are hoping to hold our Danone Big Toddle in May or June of this year. This is a fundraising event where toddlers and playschool will go on a Big Toddle to raise money for Barnardos. Keep an eye out for the date and details!
Sun cream and Sunhats
As the weather is getting nicer we ask all parents to ensure that their child has sun cream and a sunhat each day! Thank You!
Don’t Forget the Tesco for Schools vouchers!
Thank you to everyone who has been bringing us in the Tesco for Schools vouchers we already have 1,115 but we still need a lot more so keep dropping them in the box and if you are shopping in Tesco please don’t forget to ask for the vouchers! Thank You!
Congratulations to Karen and Peter Mc Govern on the birth of baby Ethan.
Summer Camp ‘10 will be held in our centre for July and August. The emphasis in the camp is on fun and enjoyment for all. The camp provides a wide and varied programme of activities to suit all age groups. If you are interested in your child attending the camp please fill out the forms sent out to you.
Here’s the kind of activities which will be on offer;
Cooking Outdoor Trips Parachute games
Sports Activities Water games Ball Games
Arts and Crafts Treasure Hunt Fancy Dress
Music and Dance Face Painting Picnics
The Media Initiative for Children
Stephanie recently attended training for the Media Initiative for Children Respecting Differences in the Ardboyne Hotel. This is training provided by the Early Years organisation and The Peace Initiatives and they aim to build a better understanding among children of physical, racial and cultural differences. Bullying behaviours and the inclusion of Traveller children are also addressed. Mother Hubbards hopes to receive the pack which accompanies the training shortly and then each centre will get the opportunity to introduce the pack to the children. Parents will be informed in more detail about when the pack is going to be introduced to their child and in what way nearer the time!
ECCE Scheme September 2010
Can all parents please ensure that they have informed Stephanie as to whether their child will be staying on in Montessori in September 2010 under the governments ECCE scheme. The places are filling up very quickly so if yourself, relative or friend wishes to enrol their child please do so as soon as possible.
Thank You!
Montessori Trip 2010
The Montessori children will be going on their annual trip in June! This year the children will be going to Grove Gardens in Kells. There will be two separate trips one on the 14th June and one on the 2nd July! Please keep an eye out on the notice boards for information regarding times, cost etc.
If you wish to receive this newsletter via email please give your email address to a member of staff. Thank You!
Topic of the month
Recycling; how can we make a difference?
Earth day is held on the 22nd of April every year. It is held to celebrate the importance of the environment and to ensure action in order to protect our environment.
All about recycling
Recycling conserves our natural resources and uses less energy from the environment. Saving energy in Ireland means that emissions of greenhouse gas from cars, trucks and other pollutants are reduced at the recycling power plant and our energy sources aren’t depleted as quickly.
What can be recycled?
- Aluminium cans - glass - paper
-Plastic - cardboard - metal
-Computers -batteries -old furniture
-Clothes -books - Cds
Interesting facts about recycling
• 60% of rubbish that ends up in dustbins can be recycled
• 50% of waste in the average dustbin in Ireland can be composted
• Up to 70% of a vehicle can be recycled
• Despite the fact that glass is recyclable only 15% of the glass we throw away is recycled
• Every Sunday 90% of all newspapers are thrown away which is equivalent off putting 500,000 trees in a landfill site.
• Households in Ireland produced 10 million tones of waste in 2005 of which 18% was collected for recycling. This is in contrast to other Eu countries that recycle 55% of their waste
So if you have not recycled before, maybe its time to start. Ask your local bin collector about getting a separate recycling bin. If you already recycle you can always do more to help protect the environment!!
Mother Hubbards, 56 Blackcastle Demesne, Slane Road, Navan.
046- -9059967
Website; http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
E-mail; navan@motherhubbardschildcare.ie
A Big Happy Birthday to...
Hannah Mongey was 3 on the 12th April
Maia Mc Govern was 5 on the 1st April
Bebhionn Diskin was 9 on the 2nd April
Website
Our new website is up and running at http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/ You can find information, photos and a blog about this centre and all the other Mother Hubbards centres. We are also now on Facebook and Twitter so if you wish to join visit the website and follow the link!
Pyjama Day
Thank you to everyone who took part and raised money for the Make a Wish Foundation on Pyjama Day! Everyone had lots of fun eating their mid morning breakfast and playing games! We raised over €530 which is brilliant!
Big Toddle for Barnardos
We are hoping to hold our Danone Big Toddle in May or June of this year. This is a fundraising event where toddlers and playschool will go on a Big Toddle to raise money for Barnardos. Keep an eye out for the date and details!
Sun cream and Sunhats
As the weather is getting nicer we ask all parents to ensure that their child has sun cream and a sunhat each day! Thank You!
Don’t Forget the Tesco for Schools vouchers!
Thank you to everyone who has been bringing us in the Tesco for Schools vouchers we already have 1,115 but we still need a lot more so keep dropping them in the box and if you are shopping in Tesco please don’t forget to ask for the vouchers! Thank You!
Congratulations to Karen and Peter Mc Govern on the birth of baby Ethan.
Summer Camp ‘10 will be held in our centre for July and August. The emphasis in the camp is on fun and enjoyment for all. The camp provides a wide and varied programme of activities to suit all age groups. If you are interested in your child attending the camp please fill out the forms sent out to you.
Here’s the kind of activities which will be on offer;
Cooking Outdoor Trips Parachute games
Sports Activities Water games Ball Games
Arts and Crafts Treasure Hunt Fancy Dress
Music and Dance Face Painting Picnics
The Media Initiative for Children
Stephanie recently attended training for the Media Initiative for Children Respecting Differences in the Ardboyne Hotel. This is training provided by the Early Years organisation and The Peace Initiatives and they aim to build a better understanding among children of physical, racial and cultural differences. Bullying behaviours and the inclusion of Traveller children are also addressed. Mother Hubbards hopes to receive the pack which accompanies the training shortly and then each centre will get the opportunity to introduce the pack to the children. Parents will be informed in more detail about when the pack is going to be introduced to their child and in what way nearer the time!
ECCE Scheme September 2010
Can all parents please ensure that they have informed Stephanie as to whether their child will be staying on in Montessori in September 2010 under the governments ECCE scheme. The places are filling up very quickly so if yourself, relative or friend wishes to enrol their child please do so as soon as possible.
Thank You!
Montessori Trip 2010
The Montessori children will be going on their annual trip in June! This year the children will be going to Grove Gardens in Kells. There will be two separate trips one on the 14th June and one on the 2nd July! Please keep an eye out on the notice boards for information regarding times, cost etc.
If you wish to receive this newsletter via email please give your email address to a member of staff. Thank You!
Topic of the month
Recycling; how can we make a difference?
Earth day is held on the 22nd of April every year. It is held to celebrate the importance of the environment and to ensure action in order to protect our environment.
All about recycling
Recycling conserves our natural resources and uses less energy from the environment. Saving energy in Ireland means that emissions of greenhouse gas from cars, trucks and other pollutants are reduced at the recycling power plant and our energy sources aren’t depleted as quickly.
What can be recycled?
- Aluminium cans - glass - paper
-Plastic - cardboard - metal
-Computers -batteries -old furniture
-Clothes -books - Cds
Interesting facts about recycling
• 60% of rubbish that ends up in dustbins can be recycled
• 50% of waste in the average dustbin in Ireland can be composted
• Up to 70% of a vehicle can be recycled
• Despite the fact that glass is recyclable only 15% of the glass we throw away is recycled
• Every Sunday 90% of all newspapers are thrown away which is equivalent off putting 500,000 trees in a landfill site.
• Households in Ireland produced 10 million tones of waste in 2005 of which 18% was collected for recycling. This is in contrast to other Eu countries that recycle 55% of their waste
So if you have not recycled before, maybe its time to start. Ask your local bin collector about getting a separate recycling bin. If you already recycle you can always do more to help protect the environment!!
Mother Hubbards, 56 Blackcastle Demesne, Slane Road, Navan.
046- -9059967
Website; http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie/
E-mail; navan@motherhubbardschildcare.ie
Thursday, April 15, 2010
You can now also find us on www.MyChildcare.ie
You can now also find us and see information and photos on www.MyChildcare.ie here:
http://tinyurl.com/y3uwm7g
http://tinyurl.com/y3uwm7g
Our brand new website is now up and running
Our brand new website is now up and running! We have included lots of useful information like our services, photos of each of our centres as well as location maps, a sample menu, some history of Mother Hubbards Childcare and much more!
Have a look at http://www.motherhubbardschildcare.ie to see it!
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