Road safety and the under 5s
Road safety and the under 5s It’s National Road Safety Week and all of our Pre-Schoolers will be taking part in various activities throughout the week including a very special visit from a lollipop lady. Thankfully, there has been a continued reduction in child casualties over the years but there are still children being killed … Continue reading Road safety and the under 5s
Staying Safe with Fireworks
It’s that time of year when fireworks will be lighting up the skies up and down the country. Fireworks can be great fun for families, not just around November 5th (Bonfire Night/Guy Fawkes Night), but also Diwali, New Year’s Eve and Chinese New Year. There are some fantastic local displays celebrating Guy Fawkes Night, from … Continue reading Staying Safe with Fireworks
Advice on Introducing a New Sibling, by Dr Natalie Flatter, Clinical Psychologist
Often couples hope that their newborn baby will grow into a devoted playmate and companion for their firstborn child. However, parents don’t always know how to cope with their child’s feelings about a new arrival as they try to simultaneously meet the competing demands of a baby and a young child – all whilst in … Continue reading Advice on Introducing a New Sibling, by Dr Natalie Flatter, Clinical Psychologist
Safety at Home by Brian Goodwin, Pegasus Health and Safety Training
Every year over 2 million children are taken to hospital after accidents and around half of these happen at home – the most serious in the kitchen and on the stairs. Therefore, our homes can be extremely dangerous places, from baths filled with hot water to furniture at risk of being pulled over by little … Continue reading Safety at Home by Brian Goodwin, Pegasus Health and Safety Training
Cooking with Children – A Brazilian Fusion
Little ones love to cook especially if it involves licking chocolate off the wooden spoon. It’s a fantastic way to spend time with your children, it is fun, messy and in fact a great way for them to develop their confidence, educate them on healthy food choices and learn a variety of skills including: Maths … Continue reading Cooking with Children – A Brazilian Fusion
Moving Home – Tips on Minimising Stress in Young Children by Dr Natalie Flatter, Clinical Psychologist
Young children generally thrive on routine and familiarity so moving home can be stressful. Some children love the excitement, adventure and a fresh start. Usually, unless a family are making frequent moves over long distances, children are resilient and cope well. One of the main problems with moving is that it is extremely stressful for … Continue reading Moving Home – Tips on Minimising Stress in Young Children by Dr Natalie Flatter, Clinical Psychologist
The role of a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)
Lara, our Deputy Manager and SENCo at Rickmansworth, has written a great article highlighting the importance of a Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator: The Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) is a vital role in every child care setting, from preschools and day nurseries, primary and secondary schools through to higher education colleges. The SENCo is the … Continue reading The role of a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)
Cooking with Children – Mother’s Day Recipes
Little ones love to cook especially if it involves licking chocolate off a wooden spoon! It’s a fantastic way to spend time with your children – it’s fun, messy and in fact a great way for them to develop their confidence, learn about healthy food choices and develop a variety of skills including: Maths (weighing … Continue reading Cooking with Children – Mother’s Day Recipes
Encouraging a Love of Stories
Sharing books is an enjoyable way to spend time with your child, even before they can read. There are lots of ways to enjoy stories, reading books, make up your own stories, listen to audio tapes in the car as well as taking regular trips to the library, all aid this love to develop. At … Continue reading Encouraging a Love of Stories