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Reiki course will give youngsters
a powerful self-help tool

A course from West Swindon based Reiki Master Cherri Ann Matthews
will teach young people a gentle way to harness their own energy for
healing and relaxation. Close to M4 junction 16,
As childhood becomes more universe has energy. just a short drive from West Swindon
stressful, Cherri has seen the num- Reiki can help children to im-
ber of young clients seeking help prove their concentration and cope For children 3 months to five years
rise. All her therapies are safe for with the stresses of school and aids Open all year from 8am to 6pm
children and she has been teaching relaxation and a better balance of
both Emotional Freedom Technique mind, body and spirit. “People who Extensive outdoor play and garden
(EFT) and Reiki to individual use Reiki tend to be calmer and more Grant places available
youngsters with excellent results. centred,” said Cherri. “It empowers
This summer, alongside her regu- people; they become much more For information telephone: 01793 851495
lar adult workshops, Cherri will bodily aware. For children it gives www.thedaynursery.com
run courses specifically for children them a sense of their own self.” Brinkworth Road, Wootton Bassett, Swindon SN4 8DS
aged from 6 to 17. Participants will Workshops on 28 June and 23
learn the basic principles of Reiki August will cost £60 for adults; free
in an age appropriate way, work- for accompanied under 16s.
ing outdoors when possible. At the To book, call Cherri on 871410. LittLe Foxes ChiLdCare
end of the day, youngsters will be www.cherriannmatthews.co.uk
attuned and capable of using Reiki & eduCation
on themselves and their family. Open at Link Centre For children and their parents
Originating from Japan, the holis- Link & Learn Playgroup holds an Established 1986
tic treatment uses energy to balance open day on Saturday 17 May, 10am the common, Brinkworth, Wilts
the emotions and treat physical to 3pm, for parents and prospective tel: 01666 510356
ailments. Cherri emphasises that children to meet the staff, see the Just a 15 minute drive from West Swindon & Priory Vale on B4042
the practice has no religious connec- venue and play. l An independent family run nursery offering quality care and education
tions and is based on the scientific For details about places call the within a safe, secure, stimulating environment for all babies and children
principle that everything in the playgroup on 465464. from 0-5 and an out of school club for children aged 5-11 years
l Open: Monday to Friday, 7.30am-6.30pm, 51 weeks of the year
Charitable landlords to support Koalas l Full, part time and term time places. Government funding for 3-5 year olds
l High staff to child ratios with qualified and experienced teaching staff and
When Beverley Reynolds, the manager of Basepoint Business Centre, nursery nurses
was looking for a Charity of the Year to support, she came to The Link l Nutritious 3 course meals, hydro pool, multi sensory room, school hall with
office in the building to ask for suggestions. gym apparatus, secure gardens, mini bus for trips out and about
With our wealth of local
knowledge and contacts, we
were immediately able to
suggest three organisations Headstarts Day Nursery
she might consider.
Beverley finally selected Established 1990
Koalas, the playgroup for chil- Delta Business Park, Westlea
dren with special needs, based
at the Salt Way Childrens’ West Swindon. Tel: 877779
Centre in Middleleaze. &
Their work fits well with
the aims of the ACT Founda- The Children’s Centre at Robert le Kyng
tion which owns twenty-one Basepoint manager Beverley Reynolds with Westcott Street, Swindon. Tel: 484934
Basepoint business centres Koalas parent and committee fundraiser Alison
Fielden. Picture: www.martinbennett.biz
across the country. A percent- headstarts is a friendly, ‘family’ nursery
age of all profits from the business a local charity raise some much offering a warm, happy and relaxed environment
centres is paid to ACT and for the needed funds,” said Beverley.
first time this year, each Basepoint “Koalas do such great work. They where every child benefits from individual attention.
has been asked to get behind a lo- provide an excellent facility for ❑ Monday – Friday 8am till 6pm all year
cal charity. children to develop and make
Basepoint Swindon will match up the most of their lives. And they ❑ Sessions for 0 - 5 year olds ~ am, pm, school day, all day
to £5,000 in funds raised by Koalas give such tremendous support to ❑ Real value for money. From £160 per week full time
by running a series of events to parents as well.”
include coffee mornings, ❑ Funded child-care credits available.**
networking lunches and a ❑ Government Funded Nursery Sessions**
health and wellness day.
“There’s a huge sense Free nursery sessions for 2.5 hours per day
of achievement in helping worth £44.88 per week
Monday - Friday during term time
Koala’s supporters DeVere for funded 3 & 4 year olds*
Hotel at Shaw Ridge Leisure
Park organised a gala fund- For further information or to arrange a visit,
raising evening which raised call 877779 or 484934 ✁
£4,000 from auctions, raffle and
entry tickets. The DeVere also Special offer
donated a further £2,000.
free child care worth £50 with this advert*
Right, Koala’s Stephanie Hath-
way with DeVere manager *Conditions apply **Rates may vary
Andrew Spink

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