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Most children with special educational needs (SEN) go to a mainstream school, where there are both pupils with and without SEN. So, if your child has special educational needs, what type of support can you expect from their school and how do go about getting that support? READ MORE Getting school support for a child with SEN Contributed by Contact Unique T-shirts from Marlo & Cole! Magazine T&Cs apply FREE for your child APPLY HERE available10 2-3,Sizes3-4&4-5
By John and Kyle Hattie your child struggle to open a packet of crisps? Like all motor function problems, this is indicative of something more significant, in this case a general problem with ‘hand grasp.’
Children who struggle with this usually struggle with other tasks like handwriting too.
What can parents and carers do to ensure their children, of all ages, develop great learning habits which will help them achieve their maximum potential in school and in life? It all starts with talking - and lots of it – from the very early years onward. education begins at home
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Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October8 EDUCATION Brilliant first chapter books for early readers
By Serena Patel, illustrated by Selom Sunu
Alien in the FactoryJam By Chrissie Sains. illustrated by Jenny Taylor Velda andAwesomesttheVikingtheVoyageofDeadlyDoom
Dragon Storm By Alastair DeschampsillustratedChisholm,byEricandBenMantle
Morgan the Book Cat By Polly Faber, illustrated by VulliamyClara
By David MacPhail, illustrated by MorganRichard Noodle the Doodle By Jonathan Meres, illustrated by Katy Halford
There’s a Dog in My Brain By Caroline Green, illustrated by Rikin Parekh
Panda at the Door Written and illustrated by Sarah Horne
When your child is ready to move on from picture books, here are some wonderful first chapter books recommended by Parrot Street Book Club.
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The Green Cross Code Find a safe place to cross. STOP just before you get to the kerb. LOOK in all directions for approaching trafic. LISTEN for trafic approaching from all directions. THINK about whether it is safe to cross the road. Walk straight across the road. Keep LOOKING and LISTENING for trafic while crossing.
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Road safety for kids of all ages
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Stop, Look, Listen, Think
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In this film for ages 7 to 12, children discuss first solo journeys they’re looking forward to and older children share what their first journeys were like.
Introduce Stop, Look, Listen and Think. Point out hidden entrances or driveways that cross the pavement.
Children should not go out alone until they know and can use the Green Cross Code . Let your child make decisions with you, so they learn through practical action. Help your child plan safe walking routes. Encourage your child to talk about what they see on the roads and whether it’s safe.
In this film for children ages 3 to 6, pupils dress up and learn how to cross the road safely using the Stop, Look, Listen, Think sequence.
The number one rule is hand holding. If your child is likely to pull away use safety reins. Make sure your child walks on the INSIDE of the pavement away from trafic.
Showhands.children how pedestrians walk safely on the pavement and vehicles use the road. Point out safer crossing places and show how to use them. Reinforce Stop, Look, Listen and Think.
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Reading to your kids is great but don’t limit the experience to sitting on the sofa. If the book is set in a cave, evict the vacuum cleaner from under the stairs and issue everyone with head torches! If you’re reading a desert adventure, create a Bedouin tent using some sheets and your clothes horse.
Baking bread is also surprisingly simple and you and your children can have lots of fun creating di ferent animals out of the dough to then bake in the oven.
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ACTIVITIES Screen-free rainy day activities
There’s no doubt that playdough is a versatile toy. But if the smell and texture of big-branded playdough is something you’re not keen on, there are some wonderful options for soft and scented playdough that doesn’t leave a greasy residue. Check that its been UKCA tested before buying. Playdough
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Baking shortbread and scones is simple enough for inexperienced bakers to try. Hopefully the end results will taste great and they will enjoy eating them too.
Children love to paint and getting messy is part of the fun! BUT the idea of the mess can fill many parents with dread. Instead of using poster paint, try using watercolour paints which are easier to clean up. To change things up, get the kids painting on cofee filters, a canvas or ice cubes. Painting
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We asked Isabell Fisher, co-founder of Little Hands Learning for some easy-to-set-up activities that will appeal to little hands, eyes and brains.
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Give the autumn term a confidence boost with Perform A common struggle shared by many children as they start school or return after the summer break is a lack of confidence, and this can stop them reaching their full potential. Whether you are looking for a confidence boost for your child or just a weekly dose of drama, dance and singing fun, Perform is back for the autumn term with two exciting productions for 4-7s and 7-12s.
To book a free no-obligation trial class visit www.perform.org.uk/try
Little Voices Little Voices is an award winning children’s activities provider and recognised LAMDA partner. They pride themselves on their small class sizes, providing children 4-11yrs with fun and inspiring technique, filled drama and singing lessons.Taught by highly qualified tutors, students work towards a mid year theatrical performance inspired by much loved themes like Encanto and Sing 2 as well working towards an end of year LAMDA exam. With over 300 students under their belt, Little Voices hold an exemplary 12 year 100% pass rate, with 98% of their students achieving Merits and Distinctions. Little Voices also work with 16 schools partners across SW London (including St Paul’s Juniors and Thomas’s Clapham). They also run extremely popular holiday camps throughout the year inspired by children’s most loved movies and musicals.! Lessons and holiday camps run in Putney at St Mary’s Church on a Monday and Fulham at St Johns Walham Green Primary on a Thursday. They are enrolling throughout September with Free Trial Lessons. To book or find out more visit: https://littlevoices.org.uk/location/south-west-london/ or email, Ashlea Bateup swl@littlevoices.org.uk
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Mini athletics Does your kid love to run, jump, throw? Do they have loads of energy to burn? Through a fun and imaginative format, they enhance athleticism of children. These skills can then be used in a wide range of sports, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. Classes for walkers to 7yrs. www.miniathletics.com
* Venues in Battersea, Balham, Barnes, Chelsea, Clapham, East Sheen, Fulham, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Putney, Streatham, Tooting, Earlsfield, Southfields, Colliers Wood, Wimbledon
“Perform is not a stage school” stresses Perform Principal, Lucy Quick. “Our classes teach life skills using fun confidence-boosting drama games which results in a celebratory end of term production. The primary aim of our classes is to develop what we call the 4Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Coordination and Communication. " This term, 4-7yrs will venture into The Magician's Chamber for some confidence-building fun with Merlin the Wizard whilst 7-12yrs will work on a funky festive performance of Ebenezer, based on the Charles Dicken's classic, A Christmas Carol. The term runs from September to December and children are welcome to try a free class at any point.
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 15 Magazine Whatever age your children, we’d love you to tell us what’s happening in your world and about your childcare. In the autumn we’ll share parent stories about how things have changed, the different challenges and how we’re all making things work. Lot of things are changing in our lives and that includes our childcare needs and choices. Tell aboutus childcareyour Take our 5 minute survey Rising costs of living. New ways of working. Not ...theChangingChangingworking.jobs.location...listgoeson! £100£100£100£100 £100 x5 VouchersAmazon£100tobewon!
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PARKGATE HOUSE SCHOOL A leading independent co-educational preparatory school and nursery for children aged 2½ - 11 in Clapham, London - rated Outstanding in every category by Ofsted, 2022 OPEN MORNING Friday 30th September 2022 9:30 - 11:00am To book places at our Open Morning, please contact Admissions on 020 7350 2461 or email admissions@parkgate-school.co.uk
