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Feel all alone raising your kids?

When mum of two Julia Bradbury returned to work after maternity
leave, she realised how much she missed meeting with others.
Much of the provision for moth- that I was not alone and that most
ers with young children takes place of us have both frustrating and fan-
in the day, making it difficult for tastic times whilst raising our kids.
working mums to attend such ac- It provided an opportunity to have
tivities. Julia said, “I really enjoyed a good laugh and to share ideas.”
my maternity leave and the support If you would like some practical
we used to give each other at coffee insights and a chance to chat or
mornings and toddler groups.” just want to meet others, there is
Just before Christmas she started another four week course starting
a parenting group in the evenings on 22 April - see 21st Century Parent
using 21st Century Parent mate- advert opposite.
rial which includes a short DVD To register or find out more call
followed by a guided discussion. 751615 or mail: info@swindonvine-
Julia said, “it was great to know yard.com

Church goes all messy Blunsdon

Shaw’s Holy Trinity Church is going to be turned into a family play
centre on Sunday 11 April, 4pm to 5.30pm, to give children, parents nursery school
and carers the chance to discover God through creative craft activities, Village hall, Blunsdon
stories and song ending with a light meal together. Funded places for children aged 3 -5
The afternoon is free to enjoy, but contributions towards costs will
be welcome. available from September 2010
Turn up and take part or mail Rev Ann Carter: [email protected] or call Open: 9am-12noon Monday to Friday
the church office on 874221.
Contact Lisa on 07812 214394
to arrange a visit
Giving all youngsters access to sport AlSO
The Link Centre’s annual access day at the end of February gave Little Mischiefs
children with visual or physical impairments the chance to try a wide Parent and toddler mornings
range of activities. for 2 year olds
H e l p e d b y OFSTED registered and inspected
staff from special
schools, parents and
volunteers from
community sports
clubs, children
took part in climb-
ing, trampolining,
dance, martial arts,
fencing, croquet,
boccia and new age
kurling.
Shannon Wells and her
mum Danielle Jordan
from Peatmoor have a go A high quality day nursery situated in West Swindon
at croquet with Diana at Windmill Hill Business Park, close to the M4
Trott of Swindon Cro- Junction 16, offering a happy, sociable environment
quet Club and volunteer where every child is treated as an individual.
sports science student
from New College Eliza- Come and see us!
beth Matthews OPen DAy
Wednesday
LittLe Foxes ChiLdCare 14th April

& eduCation
For children and their parents • For children aged 6 weeks to For more information
Established 1986 5 years please contact us:
the common, Brinkworth, Wilts • Open from 8.00am to Windmill Hill Day Nursery
tel: 01666 510356 6.00pm, 52 weeks per year Whitehill Way
Just a 15 minute drive from West Swindon & Priory Vale on B4042 (except public holidays) Swindon
l An independent family run nursery offering quality care and education • Full time and part time places Wiltshire
within a safe, secure, stimulating environment for all babies and children • Large garden for all ages SN5 6NX
from 0-5 and an out of school club for children aged 5-11 years Tel: 01793 877646
l Open: Monday to Friday, 7.30am-6.30pm, 51 weeks of the year • Fully inclusive, including all
meals, baby milk Email: [email protected]
l Full, part time and term time places. Government funding for 3-5 year olds www.childbase.com
and nappies
l High staff to child ratios with qualified and experienced teaching staff and
nursery nurses • CCTV throughout
the nursery
l Nutritious 3 course meals, hydro pool, multi sensory room, school hall with
gym apparatus, secure gardens, mini bus for trips out and about

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