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APRIL 2011
Welcome to the April 2011 Camden Macarthur Child Care Directory Newsletter.
We also welcome Soccatoos to our Resources for Parents Directory. Read more about these great services below.
This month's parent resource is about Kids and Poison. As a parent it's hard to be prepared for all emergencies, but we hope our parent resource will give you some useful information should your little one come into contact with poison.
We are adding more services every day so please be sure to look at our detailed listings regularly.
WIN...WIN....This month you have a chance to win a $100.00 gift voucher from The Party Parlour
For your chance to win simply email us to go into the draw and tell us if you have used our newsletter or site to find or look for care or child related information.
Kind regards, Donna
FEATURED SERVICES
Elizabeth Macarthur Montessori. Our Preschool, Elizabeth Macarthur Montessori, is an independent, non denominational school, catering for children 3 - 6 years. The Preschool is owned by the Elizabeth Macarthur Montessori Association Incorporated and managed by a parent run school council.
In carrying on with the traditions and values of Maria Montessori, the school has a particular commitment to the promotion of and education for the individual and the community. We believe that education enriches and empowers the individual and that this is a continuous process that reaches beyond the schooling years.
The mission of the Elizabeth Macarthur Montessori is to help children help themselves. Each child is encouraged to develop skills of independent learning and critical thinking in a co-operative teacher facilitated learning environment. The children's house promotes self esteem, self discipline, responsibility and independence.
We have limited vacancies and welcome all enquiries so please contact us.
Kidzland Preschool Kindergarten & Day Nursery is a family owned and operated service with the current owners operating the service since February 2003.
We Are Open 6.30am - 6.30pm Monday - Friday, 52 weeks of the year - closing only for Public Holidays.
Our Services include:
Long Day Care for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years
Before and After School care. We provide care for children attending 8 different schools in the local area.
Vacation Care. Transport Services - We have 2 busses on the road fitted with approved child restraints and are able to provide a transport service for children attending our LDC service (conditions apply).
Staff provide a comfortable home like environment and actively encourage the children to develop their social and language skills which in turn helps to build confidence and self esteem. We believe building friendships and learning to play and interact with others appropriately is very important.
We offer a school readiness program including skills such as caring for our own belongings, opening lunch packs and drinks etc and communication skills in addition to pre reading, writing, music and other skills required to help prepare the children for school.
The staff at Kidzland consist of a team of experienced trained teachers, and assistants, all from varied backgrounds and cultures (with a combined total of 52 years experience in the industry). All staff hold a current first aid certificate.
We currently have vacancies for all age groups including in our baby room 0 - 2years and our before and after school care and vacation care. We currently provide services to many schools including Macquarie Fields Public, Guise Public School, Glenwood Public School, Glenfield Public School, Holy Family, Ingleburn Public School, Sackville Street Public School, Ingleburn Public School and Curran Public School.
With the school holidays coming up we are running our usual vacation care program. Our program offers exciting daily excursions for the children at very affordable prices. Specialoffer enrol for 4 days vacation care get the fifth day for free (care only any excursion costs have to be met by the parent). Families will have to mention the Directory to take advantage of this offer.
Kids Kinder Childcare is dedicated to providing a safe, friendly environment that fosters your child's social and educational development.
Kids Kinder is a privately owned and operated childcare centre operating for long-day hours providing care and education programs for children 2-6 years old.
The centre operates 52 weeks a year Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm closing only on public holidays.
We have a team of dedicated childcare professionals who each day provide a fun and safe learning environment with daily routines similar to that of home for each child.
Kids Kinder is big enough to provide lots of toys, equipment and great facilities, yet small enough to provide an individual level of care for each child and their family. Our focus is the well-being of each child and their learning.
We believe that all children are unique. It is our hope to extend and compliment the home by providing a happy, stable and secure environment in which each child develops towards their full potential.
SPECIAL OFFER: enrol now for 2011 and receive a FREE LAPTOP or a FREE $300 COLES VOUCHER. Terms and conditions apply.
We currently have vacancies for all ages and look forward to welcoming you and your child to our lovely centre, please contact us
Soccatoos is a multi-award winning soccer activity and development program. It's just for preschoolers.
Our programs are for boys and girls aged 3, 4 or 5. The children don't need any previous soccer experience to join.
Soccatoos is decidedly different from other preschooler activities. Our programs are deliberately non-elitist and non-competitive. We focus on the children and build our activities around them having lots and lots of fun. Our programs are very welcoming and inclusive and our experienced coaches are always warm and caring.
We teach the children in a very age appropriate manner and use unique child intuitive terms and concepts. We place heavy emphasis on social skill development. The programs are a lot more than simply teaching your child sound fundamental soccer skills.
Our coaches are great at keeping children entertained and engaged. Some have more than 15 years dedicated preschool soccer program experience.
There are always two or more coaches running each class. We intentionally keep class numbers low so that children don't wait too long for their turn. In the soccer game at the end of each class, we make sure every child gets the opportunity to kick the ball. At Soccatoos....its soccer fun, just for preschoolers. for more information contact us
The Sydney Child Assessment & Testing Service is a specialist service providing IQ and academic testing for children in Sydney. Dr Taryn Bloom dedicated to providing a comfortable and supportive testing environment for children aged between 3 and 16 years. IQ and academic testing provides important information for making educational choices, and is often done so that children can be placed in the appropriate learning environments.
Testing is also a helpful way for parents to learn about their child's cognitive strengths and weaknesses, and preferred learning style. A report provides objective verification of a child's academic needs and details recommendations so that a child's learning environment can be adapted successfully to best fit their cognitive ability.
Specific reasons for testing include:
Giftedness
Learning difficulties
School readiness
Selective school admission
Early entry to Kindergarten
Boredom or behavioural problems presenting in the classroom/at home
Admission to special educational programs (e.g., enrichment, extension and acceleration programs)
Sessions are available on Weekdays, Saturdays and Dr Bloom does conduct regular Sunday Clinics for families travelling long distances (e.g., interstate/country NSW). For more information contact us
Hand In Hand Child Care Services. We aim to develop and improve the skills of Child Care Educators. As you know, in the Childcare industry you need to remain current in all areas and up to date with regulations. We understand your different needs and requirements and, therefore, prepare individual workshops and assessments.
Our staff hold Children Services qualifications, Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment and have many years experience within child care centres. We have trained at registered Colleges and written modules for the Certificate III and Diploma of Children Services within the training place as well as planned individual child care centres workshops.
If you are seeking to develop your skills through Professional Development workshops or require assistance with the day to day running of your service, please contact us to discuss the specific needs of your centre.
ACCCO, an early Childhood Training Institution is an Australian wide organisation which has a locally based office in the Macarthur area. ACCCO offers a range of Nationally Recognised & VETAB Accredited Training Programs delivered on a Full-time, Part-time basis as well as being able to offer external studies and traineeships.
ACCCO is dedicated to improving excellence in training and meeting the needs of industry and clients. All trainers are fully qualified and experienced in the Early Childhood Industry.
We are delighted to announce we won the Business Achievers Award and now are in the HALL OF FAME (SILVER) means 5 wins!!
Contact our NSW Office on (02)9618 6263 or nsw.info@accco.com.au
In New South Wales, every year thousands of children need medical care for poisoning from products commonly found in and around the home. Most accidental poisonings occur to children younger than five, with children aged one to three at greatest risk.
Why are children more likely to be poisoned?
Young children are exploring their world and will put anything in their mouths. They also like to imitate what others do, including taking medications.
What can be poisonous to your child?
Medicines, cleaning, laundry, gardening and car products, insecticides, perfumes, paint, plants, insects and many others.
How can you prevent a poisoning?
Store medicines and chemicals out of sight and reach of children, at least 1.5 metres off the ground and in a locked child resistant container.
Use medicines and chemicals safely. Follow given instructions and return them to safe storage immediately after use.
Buy products in child resistant containers and use child resistant locks on cupboards or cabinets that store poisons. You can buy these at many hardware stores.
Ensure all products are stored in original containers and are clearly labelled. Regularly dispose of unwanted and out of date medicines by taking them to your nearest pharmacy for safe disposal.
Don't call medicines 'lollies'.
Check that the plants in your garden are not poisonous
For more information on the prevention of poisoning, call Kids Health, The Children's Hospital at Westmead on (02) 9845 3585.
First Aid for poisoning
Swallowed poison
Do not try to make the patient vomit.
Pick up the container and take to the telephone.
Call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26
Poison on the skin
Remove contaminated clothing, taking care to avoid contact with the poison.
Flood the skin with cool running water.
Call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26
Poison in the eye
Flood the eye with water from a cup, jug or slowly running tap.
Continue for 10-15 minutes, holding the eyelids open.
Call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26
Inhaled poison
Get the person to fresh air quickly without placing yourself at risk.
Open doors and windows wide, if safe to do so.
Call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26
Other reasons to call the Poisons Information Centre
To obtain correct first aid advice for poisoning or bites and stings. To answer any questions you may have about preventing a poisoning, first aid for a poisoning and information about the toxicity of products and plants.
Dispose of "out of date" and unwanted materials responsibly. A free and safe disposal service is periodically provided through the CleanOut program. To find out about the next CleanOut event in your area contact your local council, telephone the Environment Line on 131 555, or visit www.cleanout.com.au Extract from www.chw.edu.au
Disclaimer: This is for education purposes only. Please consult with your doctor or other health professional to make sure this information is right for your child.
This month we are giving away a gift voucher valued at $100.00.
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MEND The NSW Healthy Lifestyle Parenting Program Campbelltown
FREE fun program for kids to become healthier, fitter and happier!
Do you have children 7 to 13 years old? Are you worried about them being overweight? The NSW Parenting (MEND) Program is an established healthy lifestyle program to improve health, fitness, self esteem and confidence in children above their ideal weight.
What happens in the NSW Parenting Program?
The program runs over one school term (9 weeks). There are 18 sessions (2 sessions/week, 2hrs/session). All sessions run after school.
Places on the Program are being given away on a first come, first served basis. Children need to be 7-13 years old and above their ideal weight to qualify for the program. Contact Marina Davis (Program Manager) on (02) 9780 2811. You can also visit http://www.mendprogramme.org and click on 'Join a MEND Program'.
Cost Free
Location Aqua Fit Lesure Centre, Old Menangle Rd, Campbelltown
From 2 May 2 to 30 Jun 2011
Mondays and Thursdays 4pm- 6pm *Please note a parent or carer must accompany each child to every session*
RESOURCES FOR CARE PROVIDERS
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