Nursery Fee Information

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This is a very difficult time for nurseries finances due to COVID19 and the poor financial support from the government. But  be rest assured that although some nurseries are charging parents to hold their childs place at nursery, St Mary's parent's will not be  charged for any care that their child has not received from 23rd March 2020. Any fees that were paid for WC 23rd March 2020 will be credited to each account and once we reopen you will be in credit. Any concerns about this please e-mail t.ellett@stmarysblackburn.ac.uk

Stay safe x

12 everyday learning activities....

We love seeing your photographs

Please continue to send pictures of your children playing to t.ellett@stmarysblackburn.ac.uk
We have had lots of feedback that the children love seeing pictures of their friends on here.

Why we stay home story

Big paper play

Please remember to continue doing activities that build up their muscles in order to become a successful writer.

The starting point for all writing skills is Physical Development.

· In order to become successful writers children need lots of opportunities to develop their motor skills. Motor skills are motions carried out when the brain, nervous system and muscles work together. Children need to build their Gross motor skills in order to develop their Fine Motor skills. 

Children’s muscles need to be developed in the following order for them to become successful writers…….

· 1. Shoulder Muscles, examples of activities we carry out in Nursery are : Crawling, den building, parachute games, gardening (digging), PE sessions, climbing, self dressing, paint brush with bucket of water making large marks outside, drumming etc.

· 2. Elbow Muscles, examples of activities we carry out in Nursery are: Baking, painting, bat and ball, throwing, chalking, shaking instruments, play dough (rolling), zipping up coats, stirring (baking), cars on tracks, small world activities etc.

· 3. Wrist Muscles, examples of activities we carry out in Nursery are: hand washing, cutting up fruit, turning pages in books, mark making, scooping sand, pouring water, self dressing (socks and shoes) dressing dolls, making play dough, using the computer (mouse) etc.

· 4.  Finger Muscles, examples of activities we carry out in Nursery are: Cutting, threading beads, finger puppets, fastening buttons, jigsaws, keyboard typing, magnetic letters etc.

To help your child to become successful writers provide them with activities to develop these muscles so when they start Primary School they are ready to learn to write.

Message for my friends

Hi everyone
Muhammad is saying hi to all his teachers and his friends.
Muhammad spends his time by making artworks, playing games and helping mummy.
Thank you.
Kind regards.

A special message from all the staff at St Mary's @ WFCC

Important Information

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8260399/amp/NHS-issues-doctors-urgent-alert-coronavirus-related-condition-children.html

Seek medical advice if you have any concern about your child's health 

Message for my friends

Hi everyone hope you are all well the boys have been helping dad with some planting today.
Hope your all enjoying yourself to lots of love Yusuf & Humzah

Home Learning Ideas for Parents of 0-5’s

Website Link: www.hungrylittleminds.campaign.gov.uk Simple, fun activities from new born to 5 years.   Select age group for your child to access activities.

Website Link:  small-talk.org.uk Select the age group for your child and get lots of ideas for chatting, playing and  reading.  You can sign up to receive updates.

Website Link:  www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people Tiny Happy People helps develop your child’s communication skills.  Explore simple activities and play ideas, also lots of tips and advice.

Website Link: www.literacytrust.org.uk/family-zone Scroll down to what age is your child (birth – 4) and learn more including videos and stories and games.

Website Link:  Libraries From Home   An online resources of fantastic remote services that libraries are delivering to people across the country.  The website pulls together some of the excellent rhyme times, story times and Lego clubs to keep children engaged and support early literacy and creative thinking.

Apps for 2 to 5 year olds

We know that phones or tablets are part of many families’ everyday lives and kids love to use them, but it’s not always easy to know which apps and games can benefit your child’s learning.  A quality mark has been given to the apps below that an independent educational panel believe have good educational value.

Choosing an app for your child – the FEED test Fun – Will your child enjoy the app? Will it keep their attention? Educational – Is there a clear educational aim? Do you know what your child will learn? Will it keep them learning and allow them to progress? Engaging – Will it help your child if they get stuck? Will it give them feedback and let them know when they’ve got challenges right? Design – Is it attractive and easy to use? Is it inclusive and does it avoid gender and racial stereotypes? Can an adult change the settings? Is it safe, with links to the internet and adverts protected behind a parental gate? Find more information on how to support your child’s learning through apps and get advice on screen time: ·         early years apps parent guidance ·         guidance from the UK Chief Medical Officer on screen time based activities

CBeebies Storytime is filled with free interactive story books and bedtime stories for young children and is a great way to enjoy reading with your little one. The library is always growing, with amazing stories featuring all the CBeebies’ favourites. Age: 0-5                            Platform: Apple, Android, Amazon

CBeebies Playtime Island contains a wide range of fun and educational games to help children understand the world around them and support the development of core skills. Children can play along with all of CBeebies’ most popular characters. Age: 0-5 Platform: Apple, Android, Amazon

Lingumi provides a focus on spoken and communicative English. The app provides sets of learning games, speech recognition games and video-based games to help the child grow their grammar and get them speaking their first words. Age: 2-5 Platform: Apple, Android

Nature weaving

Follow these photographs from Craftiments to make your own weaving loom. All you need is a few sticks and some string or wool. Once you have created your loom, you have the perfect place to weave your natural treasures you find in the garden or on your walk. 🧵🌿🌼