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Free class to activate the music in you Pre-school leader Childminders, Support Groups, Pre-schools,
WTC, Clubs, Education, Funding, Health
Join in and pound drums, jingle bells, float scarves or hoot like an owl, organises last party
Children’s
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and enjoy the sights and sounds of Kindermusik at a free trial class. After 25 years of working in Children’s
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parent tune into her baby’s development, forming the basis for future childcare, I have decided to retire
and close the doors of Brookside
learning of an instrument and confidence as a person. Pre-School at the end of summer A one-stop shop for
The songs and activities in a Kindermusik class enhance a child’s FREE information!
total development by strengthening physical, emotional, social and term 2007, writes Pat Russell.
I have lost count of the many
cognitive skills at an early age. For details of this powerful experience children who have come through
and how to take part in a free class, call Ria Guest on 770651.
the door and started their Early
Drama Babes theatre play Years Education. It has been a great Why not pop in and see us?
pleasure and honour to have been
Unable to find a fun drama class for her son, performing arts teacher part of their lives and be involved 6 - 7 Theatre Square, Swindon
Fiona da Silva-Adams has decided to start her own. with all the families. Tel: 01793 541786
Drama Babes will be a chance for children aged 3 to 6 to explore their Without the help and backing of Email: [email protected]
www.cisswindon.co.uk
creative side in a relaxed environment. There will be plenty of dressing my staff through the years I would Training, Parent & Toddler Groups, SEN,
up clothes and simple props to fire the imagination as children act out not have achieved my dreams. Schools, CTC, Nurseries and much more
stories as they create them. To celebrate and to thank every-
Fiona describes the sessions as theatre play and stresses that they are one for their support I am inviting
not a stage school. Drawing on her experience of working with Sixth past and present Brookside pupils INFANT MASSAGE
Sense Theatre Company, she hopes to build self-confidence to allow and their families to a reunion on
children room to grow and make friends. Saturday 21 July, from 2pm
The first classes will be held on Monday afternoons and Saturday There will be a pig roast with
mornings at Shaw Village social hall. Call 07799 691328. salads and soft drinks. You are
www.dramababes.co.uk welcome to bring something
stronger to drink if you wish.
There will be children’s enter-
Big fun with mini beasts tainment between 2.30pm and
Courses held locally
St John’s Preschool rounded off a month of exploring wildlife in the 4.30pm. For safety reasons there is Groups sessions and 1 to 1 at home
garden with a visit from Jonathan’s Jungle Roadshow. no parking at Brookside or on Also available: complimentary
Throughout May, the Washpool Road, but the field oppo- therapies including mums-to-be
youngsters learned about site will be open. massage and hot stone therapy
all kinds of mini beasts. So that we can cater for the right For more details contact Geraldine
“It’s always one of our numbers, call me on 771116 by 14 on 07821 686570
favourite topics,” said July to advise if you are coming, so [email protected]
supervisor, Stephanie that tickets can be allocated. www.holistictherapy-athome.co.uk
Slade. “Children are
naturally interested in
worms and other crea-
tures they pick up when Jonathan helping Naomi Flynn and Shashwat
playing in the garden. Gurnug meet Nyoka, his African python
They learn best through
play and through experiences, such The pre-school based at St John’s
as Jonathan’s visit.” Church, has places for 3 and 4 year
Under the careful supervision olds for the summer term. There
of zoologist Jonathan Cleverly, will be additional places available
they handled creatures including from September for children from
centipedes and hissing cock- two and a half years. While meet-
roaches. With over 20 years expe- ing all the requirements of the
rience he is passionate about giv- Foundation curriculum, the atmos-
ing children the chance to meet the phere is relaxed.
creatures in his collection first “It’s a friendly family setting and
hand. it’s less structured than many
Although he has many tropical places,” said Stephanie. Although
species, Jonathan is equally enthu- the group meets in a church, there
siastic about the UK’s own wild- is no particular emphasis on any
life and he wants to spark chil- one faith. www.kindermusik.co.uk www.musicbugs.co.uk
dren’s interest in nature which can Call Stephanie on 0787 9623507
be found all around them. for information or to register.
Play business for sale
The Swindon and Marlborough franchise for Tumble
Tots, the well known physical play programme for New extension now open
children from 6 months to 7 years is for sale.
If you’re interested in becoming your own boss and helping children Close to M4 junction 16, just a short drive from West Swindon
develop and have fun, then this is a business opportunity not be missed. For children 3 months to five years
You would have the backing and security of a highly reputable brand,
which is well established throughout the whole of the UK. Open all year from 8am to 6pm
The business currently has 350+ registered children, operating 4 Extensive outdoor play and garden
days a week during term time only. There is the additional attraction to Grant places available
fulfil untapped potential in new local areas and also Marlborough that
gives this business opportunity room for expansion and growth. For information telephone: 01793 851495
For details call Charlotte Boyes-Corfield on 881015 or e-mail: www.thedaynursery.com
[email protected]
www.tumbletots.com Brinkworth Road, Wootton Bassett, Swindon SN4 8DS

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