The children have been settling back into the pre-school routine after the summer holidays, the first week of term they have been sharing stories of what they have been doing over the holidays.
They have lots of activities to enjoy over the autumn term including- “Plants and how they grow” and looking at how plants and trees change over the autumn, “How we grow and change” looking at photos of when they were babies, “Our Family Tree” talking about their parents and grandparents.
Also learning about light and dark and doing some related science experiments.
Finishing the term with, the Harvest and the Diwali festival of light.
Tempest Photography will be returning to the pre-school on Thursday 10th November at 12noon, even if your child does not attend the pre-school you are most welcome to bring them along to have their own professional photo, Ideal Christmas present ideas!
The pre-school is a registered charity, with fully qualified staff with a high standard of childcare training, the pre-school has recently passed a successful OFSTED inspection and passes all health and safely requirements.
The staffing team are managed by a voluntary committee, who assist the staff in running the pre-school and look into new ways to raise funds for the pre-school to buy new equipment and fund trips.
We recently held our AGM and as many of the existing committee members children have moved on to primary school, we now welcome many new members to the pre-school committee, Welcome and Thank you for joining up!
The pre-school have places available for the autumn term, children from 2 / 3 / 4 years old , funding is available for free places, please contact Nicky at the pre-school and don’t forget the FREE FIRST SESSION.
***BABY AND TODDLER SESSION***
Our Baby and Toddler group is on a Tuesday afternoon call in anytime from 1.30pm – 3.30pm, during term time.
This is a great way to meet other parents, grandparents and carers and enjoy a Tea or coffee, the little ones can make new friends. A healthy snack is provided for the children, a member of staff is always present and each week there is a planned activity from various crafts, cooking, model making, painting and much more. If you haven’t been for a while why not call in for a look and see whats new, we have lots of new equipment and toys for your children to explore.
Monday 3 October 2011
September - News
Our summer term was very busy, we had the pre-school sports day at the primary school field, watched by Class 1, all the children had lots of fun and received lots of stickers and certificates. This was followed with a pre-school trip to Crealy, the children and adults! had a fantastic day.
The beach ranger made a visit to pre-school and gave a very interesting presentation on beach safety including flags, and everything you need to know about keeping safe at the beach.
Mrs Murray from the Primary School called into see the children and talk to them about starting school.
The healthy eating week, was popular, the children made lots of smoothies, milkshakes and fruit kebabs.
The annual wet play week was a great success, luckily the weather was good so there were lots of opportunities to squirt, play and paddle.
The pre-school is saying goodbye to the children who are moving on to primary school, on the last day of term there was a party to celebrate, with a childrens entertainer providing lots of laughter, the children who are leaving were presented with personalised books from the staff and committee.
The autumn term starts on Monday 5th September, the topics for the beginning of the new term after they have settled back in are – How Plants grow, Family Trees, Light, Dwali and Harvest time.
News-
St Kew Pre-school AGM – Thursday 15th Sept – at the Parish Hall St Kew- 7.30pm
Anyone who has an interest in the pre-school is welcome to join us, refreshments provided.
We have places available for children from 2 / 3 / 4 years old , funding is available for free places, please contact Nicky at the pre-school and don’t forget the free taster session.
Our Baby and Toddler group is on a Tuesday afternoon call in anytime from 1.30pm – 3.30pm, during term time,
This is a great way to meet other parents and for the little ones to make new friends. There is Tea or Coffee for parents and a healthy snack provided for the children, a member of staff is always present and each week there is a planned activity from various crafts, cooking, model making, painting and much more.
for details 01208 841821
The beach ranger made a visit to pre-school and gave a very interesting presentation on beach safety including flags, and everything you need to know about keeping safe at the beach.
Mrs Murray from the Primary School called into see the children and talk to them about starting school.
The healthy eating week, was popular, the children made lots of smoothies, milkshakes and fruit kebabs.
The annual wet play week was a great success, luckily the weather was good so there were lots of opportunities to squirt, play and paddle.
The pre-school is saying goodbye to the children who are moving on to primary school, on the last day of term there was a party to celebrate, with a childrens entertainer providing lots of laughter, the children who are leaving were presented with personalised books from the staff and committee.
The autumn term starts on Monday 5th September, the topics for the beginning of the new term after they have settled back in are – How Plants grow, Family Trees, Light, Dwali and Harvest time.
News-
St Kew Pre-school AGM – Thursday 15th Sept – at the Parish Hall St Kew- 7.30pm
Anyone who has an interest in the pre-school is welcome to join us, refreshments provided.
We have places available for children from 2 / 3 / 4 years old , funding is available for free places, please contact Nicky at the pre-school and don’t forget the free taster session.
Our Baby and Toddler group is on a Tuesday afternoon call in anytime from 1.30pm – 3.30pm, during term time,
This is a great way to meet other parents and for the little ones to make new friends. There is Tea or Coffee for parents and a healthy snack provided for the children, a member of staff is always present and each week there is a planned activity from various crafts, cooking, model making, painting and much more.
for details 01208 841821
Tuesday 16 August 2011
Holiday meet-up- Thursday 18th August
I hope the holidays are going well so far for everyone,
Our next meet up is Thursday 18th at the Park in Wadebridge,
everyone welcome to join us.
Our next meet up is Thursday 18th at the Park in Wadebridge,
everyone welcome to join us.
Thursday 28 July 2011
Holiday meet-up- Thursday 4th August
Lovely to see the sunshine today at the Playbarn!!
Next Thursday we are meeting at Trevathan Farm, St Endellion (Strawberry fields) at 10am - 10.30am
Next Thursday we are meeting at Trevathan Farm, St Endellion (Strawberry fields) at 10am - 10.30am
Sunday 24 July 2011
Holiday meet-up- Thursday 28th July- playbarn
St Kew Pre-School
First summer get-together next Thursday 28th July at The Playbarn, Olde House, Chapel Amble Meet 10:00 - 10:30 ish, bring drinks and a snack or lunch if you want to stay! Older children and friends welcome!
First summer get-together next Thursday 28th July at The Playbarn, Olde House, Chapel Amble Meet 10:00 - 10:30 ish, bring drinks and a snack or lunch if you want to stay! Older children and friends welcome!
Thursday 30 June 2011
St Kew pre-school - solar bid
St Kew solar bid
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
This is Cornwall
ST KEW Parish Hall renewable energy project needs people to support its campaign to reduce the carbon footprint of the building and to make running and heating costs more affordable.
In a joint venture between the parish hall committee and St Kew Pre-school, the aim is to install solar PV panels onto the roof.
It is looking to secure funding from EnergyShare but needs people to join www.energyshare.com/st-kew-parish-hall/ to help it to get through to the next round of the application.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
This is Cornwall
ST KEW Parish Hall renewable energy project needs people to support its campaign to reduce the carbon footprint of the building and to make running and heating costs more affordable.
In a joint venture between the parish hall committee and St Kew Pre-school, the aim is to install solar PV panels onto the roof.
It is looking to secure funding from EnergyShare but needs people to join www.energyshare.com/st-kew-parish-hall/ to help it to get through to the next round of the application.
Thursday 16 June 2011
OPEN / FUNDAY TUESDAY 5TH JULY
Come along and join us for a fun filled afternoon— we will have activities for the children to do from face painting, to making play dough and they will get the chance to plant something so they can watch it grow!!
We have friendly, qualified staff on hand to show you around St Kew Pre-School and you will be able to let your children play in a safe and secure environment.
There will be a bric a brac stall for children and also refreshments for the parents!
Come along and see what St Kew Pre-School and their Baby and Toddler group can offer you!
The fun starts at 1.30 til 3.30pm.
We have friendly, qualified staff on hand to show you around St Kew Pre-School and you will be able to let your children play in a safe and secure environment.
There will be a bric a brac stall for children and also refreshments for the parents!
Come along and see what St Kew Pre-School and their Baby and Toddler group can offer you!
The fun starts at 1.30 til 3.30pm.
OPEN / FUNDAY
**ST KEW PRE-SCHOOL OPEN DAY **TUESDAY 5TH JULY – 1.30PM-3.30PM
CRAFTS, PAINTING, PLANTING SEEDS, FACE PAINTING, TOY SALE,
AT THE PARISH HALL, ST KEW, 01208 841821.
**FREE ENTRY, ALL WELCOME**
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CRAFTS, PAINTING, PLANTING SEEDS, FACE PAINTING, TOY SALE,
AT THE PARISH HALL, ST KEW, 01208 841821.
**FREE ENTRY, ALL WELCOME**
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May News
This term the children have been very busy, joining in with the royal wedding celebrations by, making flags crowns and biscuits.
They have been looking at people who help us, the pre-school had a visit from 2 local police officers and their police van, and they gave the children a talk about the police and keeping safe.
The staff have also set up a doctor’s surgery at the pre-school and where they have been learning to put on plasters, bandages and slings, and learning about what doctors do. The rest of this term will also feature fire safety, Air ambulance, 999 and beach safety.
The rain didn’t stop the children having fun on the annual easter egg hunt at cardinham woods, they had a trail to follow to collect their eggs, then they enjoyed a welcome drink and snack.
Many thanks to everyone who supported our recent BINGO night in Wadebridge on the night we raised £360 which is a fantastic amount, and will be used to update some of our outside toys and equipment. Thank you to many local businesses who kindly donated prizes including – St Kew Golf Club, St Kew Inn, Aunt Avis pasty’s, St Kew products, St Kew Farm Shop, Wadebridge wines, The Coop Wadebridge and many more, please see our website for details.
Our Baby and Toddler group is on a Tuesday afternoon call in anytime from 1.30pm – 3.30pm, during term time,
This is a great way to meet other parents and for the little ones to make new friends. There is Tea or Coffee for parents and a healthy snack provided for the children, a member of staff is always present and each week there is a planned activity from various crafts, cooking, model making, painting and much more.
**ST KEW PRE-SCHOOL OPEN DAY **TUESDAY 5TH JULY – 1.30PM-3.30PM
CRAFTS, PAINTING, PLANTING SEEDS, FACE PAINTING, TOY SALE,
**FREE ENTRY, ALL WELCOME**
We are now registering for places for the Autumn term for 2 / 3 & 4 year olds,
If you would like any further information call Nicky for details 01208 841821
They have been looking at people who help us, the pre-school had a visit from 2 local police officers and their police van, and they gave the children a talk about the police and keeping safe.
The staff have also set up a doctor’s surgery at the pre-school and where they have been learning to put on plasters, bandages and slings, and learning about what doctors do. The rest of this term will also feature fire safety, Air ambulance, 999 and beach safety.
The rain didn’t stop the children having fun on the annual easter egg hunt at cardinham woods, they had a trail to follow to collect their eggs, then they enjoyed a welcome drink and snack.
Many thanks to everyone who supported our recent BINGO night in Wadebridge on the night we raised £360 which is a fantastic amount, and will be used to update some of our outside toys and equipment. Thank you to many local businesses who kindly donated prizes including – St Kew Golf Club, St Kew Inn, Aunt Avis pasty’s, St Kew products, St Kew Farm Shop, Wadebridge wines, The Coop Wadebridge and many more, please see our website for details.
Our Baby and Toddler group is on a Tuesday afternoon call in anytime from 1.30pm – 3.30pm, during term time,
This is a great way to meet other parents and for the little ones to make new friends. There is Tea or Coffee for parents and a healthy snack provided for the children, a member of staff is always present and each week there is a planned activity from various crafts, cooking, model making, painting and much more.
**ST KEW PRE-SCHOOL OPEN DAY **TUESDAY 5TH JULY – 1.30PM-3.30PM
CRAFTS, PAINTING, PLANTING SEEDS, FACE PAINTING, TOY SALE,
**FREE ENTRY, ALL WELCOME**
We are now registering for places for the Autumn term for 2 / 3 & 4 year olds,
If you would like any further information call Nicky for details 01208 841821
Sunday 24 April 2011
Bingo Night- Wed 4th May- Wadebridge Town Hall
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BINGO NIGHT
WADEBRIDGE TOWN HALL
WEDNESDAY 4TH MAY
EYES DOWN 7.30PM
MANY PRIZES, RAFFLE & REFRESHMENTS
ALL PROCEEDS FOR ST KEW PRE-SCHOOL
ALL WELCOME
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BINGO NIGHT
WADEBRIDGE TOWN HALL
WEDNESDAY 4TH MAY
EYES DOWN 7.30PM
MANY PRIZES, RAFFLE & REFRESHMENTS
ALL PROCEEDS FOR ST KEW PRE-SCHOOL
ALL WELCOME
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Thursday 24 March 2011
Bag packing- Wadebridge Coop - Sat 9th April
On Saturday 9th April, Volunteers from St Kew Pre-school, will be helping shoppers pack their bags, at the Coop Wadebridge, Money raised will go towards new equipment for St Kew Pre-school.
Friday 11 March 2011
St Kew Pre-School celebrates after GOOD Ofsted Inspection
St Kew Pre-School celebrates after GOOD Ofsted Inspection
St Kew pre-school are celebrating after receiving a positive review in their latest OFSTED inspection, which gave the pre-school an overall ‘good’ rating.
The report highlighted the pre-school’s strength in promoting confidence and independence in the children in their care, stating “Children are confident, settle well and are happy in the stimulating environment. They are forming very good relationships with the staff and others, and their independence is promoted at every opportunity”. It also praised the choice of activities available to the children, saying “The setting has an excellent range of resources and facilities, including a very stimulating outdoor area”.
Jaime Pennington, chair of the pre-school committee said "We are extremely happy with this report. It proves how good the pre-school is and is welcome recognition for the hard work that has been put in by staff and parents. It is clear as soon as the children walk in the door how much they love the pre-school. It is a fun environment for them to learn and grow"
For full details of the OFSTED report, follow the link from our home page.
St Kew pre-school is open on Monday, Thursday and Fridays from 9.15am to 3.00pm, and on Tuesday and Wednesday from 9.15am to 1.15pm. Baby and Toddlers, Tuesday 1.30pm to 3.30pm.
St Kew pre-school are celebrating after receiving a positive review in their latest OFSTED inspection, which gave the pre-school an overall ‘good’ rating.
The report highlighted the pre-school’s strength in promoting confidence and independence in the children in their care, stating “Children are confident, settle well and are happy in the stimulating environment. They are forming very good relationships with the staff and others, and their independence is promoted at every opportunity”. It also praised the choice of activities available to the children, saying “The setting has an excellent range of resources and facilities, including a very stimulating outdoor area”.
Jaime Pennington, chair of the pre-school committee said "We are extremely happy with this report. It proves how good the pre-school is and is welcome recognition for the hard work that has been put in by staff and parents. It is clear as soon as the children walk in the door how much they love the pre-school. It is a fun environment for them to learn and grow"
For full details of the OFSTED report, follow the link from our home page.
St Kew pre-school is open on Monday, Thursday and Fridays from 9.15am to 3.00pm, and on Tuesday and Wednesday from 9.15am to 1.15pm. Baby and Toddlers, Tuesday 1.30pm to 3.30pm.
Thursday 3 March 2011
Baby and Toddler Group
Our Baby and Toddler group is on a Tuesday afternoon call in anytime from 1.30pm – 3.30pm , During term time,
This is a great way to meet other parents and for the little ones to make new friends. There is Tea or Coffee for parents and a healthy snack provided for the children.
Call Nicky for details 01208 841821
This is a great way to meet other parents and for the little ones to make new friends. There is Tea or Coffee for parents and a healthy snack provided for the children.
Call Nicky for details 01208 841821
Tuesday 8 February 2011
News
December was a busy month at Pre-school, At the beginning of the month there was the Pub Quiz, Kindly hosted by the Red Lion at St Kew Highway on the night £101 was raised for the pre-school.
Then there was the annual Christmas fayre at the Parish Hall, the fayre was held jointly with St James the Great Church and packed full of lovely handmade crafts and homemade cakes and produce, the day was a great success and raised a fantastic £695 for the pre-school.
The middle of the month we had our first balloon race, tickets have been sold and the winner who’s balloon travels the furthest will win a Sat Nav, over 100 red balloons were launched, Keep a look out in the area there is a prize for the finder.
The children made and decorated their own mini Christmas cakes, they took great pride decorating them.
They were invited by the Primary school to watch the dress rehearsal of the Class 1 Nativity play in the church.
On the last day of term there was a children’s party, they performed a selection of Christmas songs for the parents and Grandparents. Finally there was a very special visit from Father Christmas who brought gifts for all the children.
The new term has now started and they are settling back, talking about the Christmas holidays.
This term the topics they are learning about are being healthy, The Birds in our gardens, Chinese New Year, Valentines week and National Story Telling Week.
We can offer flexible childcare, children can either stay all day or just a morning or an afternoon, please phone or call in to see Nicky at Pre-school to discuss your childcare needs. There are free places available for all 3 & 4 Year olds and some 2 year olds.
Then there was the annual Christmas fayre at the Parish Hall, the fayre was held jointly with St James the Great Church and packed full of lovely handmade crafts and homemade cakes and produce, the day was a great success and raised a fantastic £695 for the pre-school.
The middle of the month we had our first balloon race, tickets have been sold and the winner who’s balloon travels the furthest will win a Sat Nav, over 100 red balloons were launched, Keep a look out in the area there is a prize for the finder.
The children made and decorated their own mini Christmas cakes, they took great pride decorating them.
They were invited by the Primary school to watch the dress rehearsal of the Class 1 Nativity play in the church.
On the last day of term there was a children’s party, they performed a selection of Christmas songs for the parents and Grandparents. Finally there was a very special visit from Father Christmas who brought gifts for all the children.
The new term has now started and they are settling back, talking about the Christmas holidays.
This term the topics they are learning about are being healthy, The Birds in our gardens, Chinese New Year, Valentines week and National Story Telling Week.
We can offer flexible childcare, children can either stay all day or just a morning or an afternoon, please phone or call in to see Nicky at Pre-school to discuss your childcare needs. There are free places available for all 3 & 4 Year olds and some 2 year olds.
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