Maryland Children`s Centre

Maryland Children’s Centre
Where our children’s future
matters most.
Activity Guide
October - December 2015
Free for families with children under 5
Ofsted quote: “Teaching is good overall, with some sparkling elements of excellent
practice that engage children and parents alike.”
Maryland Children’s Centre, Buxton Road, Stratford, E15 1QX.
Tel: 020 8534 8351 www.newham.gov.uk/childrenscentres
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MONDAYS
MESSY MONDAYS
(1-3 YEARS) 10.00am – 11.30am
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 activities can get a little mucky!
BABY GROUP (3-12 MONTHS)
1.30pm – 3.00pm
An inviting, safe environment where you can meet others, share
ideas and experiences, enjoying regular focused activities
designed to develop babies’ senses.
FAMILY SUPPORT DROP-IN
1.30pm – 3.00pm
The Children’s Centre offers a free information and advice service for
all parents and carers with children under the age of 5. Our Family Support
Worker, Sonia, is able to help and advise you on:
l housing
l parenting skills and family advice
l referrals to specialist services e.g. speech and language and nutrition.
TUESDAYS
STRATFORD LIBRARY - STORYTELLING
11.00am - 12.00pm
This session is fun and interactive, encouraging parents and carers to
read together with their children. We have activities such as, arts and craft
that link to the stories. We also encourage parents and children to engage
in singing nursery rhymes which aids children’s development.
PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP
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. The focused activities are designed to aid your
child to learn new skills and have experiences which help them to progress in their
development.
INFORMATION ADVICE AND GUIDANCE
Tuesday 6th October, 10th November and 8th December
1.30pm – 3.30pm
Do you need support in getting back to work? Are you claiming the correct Tax Credits?
Can you apply for social housing? No recourse to public funds but can work? Do you
need childcare advice so you can work? Do you need support to find work? Attend our
I.A.G and welfare advice sessions.
= Booking required
= Crèche provided
WEDNESDAYS
PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP
9.15am – 11.15am and 1.15pm – 3.15pm
Children attending this session are required to be able to walk
independently for health and safety reasons.
THURSDAYS
SMART TRAINING
12.00pm – 3.00pm
Apprenticeship training that offers flexible part-time training in Childcare Level 2. Pick
up an application form in the Children’s Centre.
FRIDAYS
CHILDMINDERS’ NETWORK
9.30am – 11.30am
Are you a childminder? Come along and join us in our childminding network
sessions. Meet other childminders and share good practice. Lots of enjoyable things
to do: toys, games, arts, crafts and outdoor activities. Fortnightly training sessions
will take place, please contact our Childminding Coordinator, Julie Sussex for further
details.
FAMILY SUPPORT DROP-IN
10.00am – 11.30am
STRATFORD LIBRARY - STORYTELLING
11.00am - 12.00pm
This session is fun and interactive, encouraging parents and carers to read together
with their children. We have focused activities such as colouring, arts and craft that
link to the stories. We also encourage parents and children to engage in singing
nursery rhymes which aids children’s development.
AFTERNOON TEA
1.00pm – 3.00pm
A group for parents and carers to enhance their life skills and personal development
through training and workshops. Call a week in advance to book a crèche place for
your child.
FRIDAY CLUB
Fridays 3.30pm - 4.30pm term time, 3.00pm - 4.00pm holidays.
We welcome parents/carers to play a variety of interactive games with your children.
These games are great fun and also help children to develop thinking skills.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
EDUCATIONAL VISITS
Science Museum Thursday 22nd October 10.00am - 2.30pm
Join us as we discover the wonderful world of science.
Museum of Childhood Thursday 19th November 10.00am - 2.30pm
Join us for the exciting exhibitions and activities at the museum.
Winter Wonderland Thursday 10th December 10.00am - 2.30pm
Visit the magical Winter Wonderland, with markets, rides and a visit to see Santa.
TRIPLE P ONE TO ONE
Every Tuesday 9.30am - 11.30pm
One to one support sessions are available to help implement and assess strategies
to manage your child’s behaviour and development. Please call the centre to book an
appointment.
LEGAL ADVICE
Thursday 1st October, 5th November and 3rd December 9.30am - 3.00pm
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. Contact the Children’s Centre to book an appointment.
COFFEE MORNINGS
Wednesday 21st October, Monday 9th November and Thursday 3rd December
9.15am - 11.15am
We discuss and give advice on your child’s start at Maryland Primary School, settling
in, housing and money worries, feeling happy and confident, benefits and support,
supporting your child’s learning, getting to school on time and preparing for change,
mental or physical health issues, family problems, school grades and results, courses,
training, volunteering and bereavement plus much more. Please contact Mrs Sevgi Kor
for more information and booking on 020 8534 8135.
CHILD HEALTH ADVISORY CLINIC 0-5 YEARS
Every 3rd Wednesday, 21st October, 18th November and 16th December
1.30pm - 3.30pm
A clinical session where parents/carers can seek information, support, guidance and
advice for families with children 0-5 years, from a health visitor on all aspects of your
child’s health along with monitoring your child’s weight and development. Please
remember to bring you child’s red book.
= Booking required
= Crèche provided
INTRODUCING SOLID FOODS - STAGE 1,2 AND 3
(For parents/carers with infants aged up to 12 months)
Thursday 29th October 1.00pm - 2.30pm
A session on how to introduce your infant to first foods and family foods. The session
will cover how and when to introduce food, ideal first foods, foods to avoid. Learn about
introducing lumps, pieces and finger foods to your infant. The importance of self-feeding
and moving onto family foods will also be discussed and many other tips. Recipe ideas,
menu planners will be available to families that attend.
BABY CLOTHES BANK
Friday 30th October, 27th November and 18th December 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Do you have any new, nearly new or good quality second hand children’s clothes from 0-5
years? We 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 who need additional support. Please see our
Outreach Officers, Sophia Skeen and Adam Mohamed for a referral.
BABY MASSAGE 2 - 7 MONTHS
Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th November 9.30am - 10.30am
Learn to help massage your baby to aid their sleep, colic, teething and digestion.
PARENTS’ FORUM
Friday 27th November 1.00pm - 3.00pm
An opportunity to share ideas for the future development of the Children’s Centre.
Refreshments and créche provided.
CHILDMINDING SURGERY
Information and support for parents and childminders (by appointment only). To book an
appointment please contact Julie Sussex (Childminding Coordinator) on 020 8534 8351
or alternatively email julie.sussex@maryland.newham.sch.uk.
CHATTERBOX
Tuesday 1st December 9.15am - 11.15am
Concerned about your child’s speech? Would you like advice or ideas on how to develop
your child’s speech and language? Contact the Children’s Centre for a referral.
EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICE MIDWIFERY TEAM
Booking antenatal classes is essential as places are limited.
Please call Yohana Wade on 020 3373 0286 to book a place.
BREASTFEEDING WOMEN ONLY GROUP
Day
Dates
Time
Venue
Tuesday
6th Oct - 27th Oct
2.00pm - 4.00pm
Canberra Children’s Centre
Wednesday
7th Oct - 28th Oct
10.00am - 12.00pm
Shrewsbury Children’s Centre
Thursday
8th Oct - 29th Oct
2.00pm - 4.00pm
Edith Kerrison Children’s Centre
Friday
9th Oct - 30th Oct
2.00pm - 4.00pm
Abbey Lane Children’s Centre
MUMS AND DADS, BUMPS AND BABIES
Day
Dates
Time
Venue
Monday
5th Oct - 26th Oct
10.00am - 12.00pm
Susan Lawrence Children’s Centre
Tuesday
6th Oct - 27th Oct
10.00am - 12.00pm
Rebecca Cheetham Children’s Centre
Wednesday
7th Oct - 28th Oct
10.00am - 12.00pm
Grassroots Children’s Centre
Thursday
8th Oct - 29th Oct
10.00am - 12.00pm
Ellen Wilkinson Children’s Centre
2 YEAR OLD FREE CHILDCARE PROVISION
If you are eligible for 2 year free childcare provision, please enquire at the Centre for further
information. Parents are you looking for free childcare? We have local childminders that can
provide free childcare places for 15 hours per week. Please enquire at the Children’s Centre for
a referral.
TOY LIBRARY
Introducing parents and children to early years learning and development. Children can borrow
a book and one toy for up to one week.
SPECIAL DATES
Friday 9th October - Fire prevention day
Sunday 11th October - Diwali
Saturday 31st October - Halloween
Thursday 5th November - Guy Fawkes Day
Sunday 8th November - Remembrance Day
Sunday 13th December - International children’s day
Friday 25th December - Christmas Day
IMPORTANT DATES
Please be aware that the Children’s Centre will be closed on the following date
Wednesday 23rd December - Friday 1st January
= Booking required
= Crèche provided
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When your child is ready for school ………
MARYLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
“Outstanding: majority of teaching, leadership
and management, behaviour......” OFSTED 2013
We know how difficult it can be to decide which school to send your child to. That is why we welcome
visits from parents/carers who are making this important decision. We will show you why your child’s
education will be in excellent hands. Here are some advantages that our school can provide:
Outstanding teaching of reading from nursery age, giving children a huge advantage for the
rest of their education, because we are a model school for Read Write Inc. and were the first
school in Newham to introduce the scheme from nursery.
We teach a rounded curriculum and are at the forefront of research and development of maths
teaching in the borough of Newham.
Smooth transition from Children’s Centre to nursery to our main school, caring for and
educating your child from birth to 11 years.
We have many opportunities for developing the creative talents in our children, e.g. award
winning choir, award winning dance troupe, choral speaking, productions, musical instrument
tuition.
We foster pupils’ sporting talents through after school activities such as football, basketball,
rugby, multisports and dance
Childcare provision 7.45am - 8.55am & 3.15pm - 6.00pm
Contact Mrs L Cooper, Deputy Headteacher, on 020 8534 8135 to arrange a time to view
the school.
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Tel: 020 8534 8351
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Bus routes: 69 and 257 from Stratford
heading towards Walthamstow
Nearest train: Maryland Overground
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