Sure Start Birchills and

North Walsall Children’s

Centre is a government

initiative that provides a

range of multi-agency

services for families with

children under 5 years.

All families are able to

access the activities listed

in this leaflet, however our

outreach and home visiting

service is only available to

families living in Butts,

Birchills, Croft , Chuckery or

North Walsall areas

All activities will take place

at Sure Start Children’s

Centre , Birchills Street

unless otherwise stated.

Sure Start Birchills and

North .Walsall Children’s

Centre is committed to the

protection and safety of all

our service users and will

comply fully with our

Health and Safety and

safeguarding policies and

procedures. Copies of all

our policies are posted on

the notice board in

reception.

If you have any questions

about anything contained

in this leaflet or would like

to book onto any activities

then please pop in or call us

on 01922 646574 and we

will be happy to help

For the latest information on activities or events please ask reception staff who will be happy to up-date you on any additional activities or changes to the programme

Birchills Street Walsall

WS2 8NF 01922 646574

Children’s Centre

Activities and Events

SPRING TERM January—April 2014

Activities Start 13th January unless otherwise stated.

MONDAY .9.15 - 11.30 CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP Chatterbox is an early education group for chil-dren the term after their 2nd birthday until the term after their 3rd birthday Normally children are offered 2 sessions each week. The group focuses on developing children’s language and social skills to ensure children are ready to learn when they start school.

If you are interested in your child attending any of the sessions offered please complete an application form available from reception. Please be aware that

their is normally a waiting list for this group.

9.15 - 12.00 LANGUAGE GROUP By appointment only

9.00 - 12.00 HEALTH TRAINER One to one support with managing a healthy life-

style. For more details contact reception

9.00 - 11.00 PLAY AND STAY AT St PATRICKS CATHOLIC SCHOOL A group for children under 5 years and their par-ents . Come along and have some

1.00 - 3.00 MESSY MONKEY’S In the family Room

A creative play session for children and their par-ents. COME SUITABLY DRESSED

1.00—3.00 BASIC SKILLS for Non English speakers A group for anyone who is interested in improv-ing their communication skills Further details can be obtained from reception

1.00-3.00 BASIC ENGLISH / MATHS / COM-PUTORS

If you are fluent in English but want to improve your written English, maths and IT skills , this is

the courses for you Further details From Rachael .

12.30 - 3.30 CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP At CROFT ACADEMY (term time only) Chatterbox is an early education group for chil-dren the term after their 2nd birthday until the term after their 3rd birthday.

TUESDAY .

10.00 - 12.00 WELL BABY CLINIC (1st and 3rd Tue of every month )

A health professional is available to weigh your baby and to offer advice and support on all aspects of

your baby’s development.

10.00 - 12.00 PLAY AND STAY in the Activity Room

A fun session for children under 5 years and their parents.

Why don’t you become involved in our Parents in Part-nership Project by recording your child’s Learning

Journey. Staff will be happy to provide further information

Richard THE MUSIC MAN will be joining the group lots of action songs and Rhymes.

9.30—11.30 PLAY AND STAY AT THE SALVATION ARMY

Rolling programme of speakers each week

1.00 - 3.30 MIDWIFERY CLINIC By appointment only

12.45—2.45 ARTIIFICIAL NAILS

Starting 14th January for 10 weeks Run by Walsall Adult College the course will

teach you how to care for your nails , to put on acrylic nails and how to infill

Qualification available if required.

12.30—3.00 CRECHE available to support parents attending training sessions

Cost £2.50 per session per child

1.00—3.00 STORY SACKS A 6 week group for children and parents . Starts

14th January. Book with Rachael.

FREE EARLY EDUCATION PLACES

FOR 2 year olds

If your family are on benefits and are eligible

for FREE school meals then your 2 year old

could be entitled to a FREE childcare place in

Stanley’s Nursery.

Ask reception for details or contact Walsall

Families information Service on 01922 653383.

WEDNESDAY

.10.00 - 3.00 WEDNESDAY IS LIBRARY DAY Come along to our children’s library and let our li-

brarian help you choose books for your child.

10.30 —11.30 STORY SESSION Join nursery staff and our librarian for a session

of story and action songs

9.30 - 11.30 STRENGTHENING FAMILIES parenting programme

(13 week programme starting 8th January) Intended for parents and carers who want to

know more about parenting.

9.15—11.45 FAMILY LINK WORKERS COURSE LEVEL 2

An 15 week OCN accredited courses for those who want to work with and support parents

and children with additional needs Starting 22nd January

9.15—11.45 CRECHE

Places available for parents attending training courses only . Book a place with reception

12.45 - 3.00 CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP A group for children aged 2 - 3 years

Children attending this group will normally attend a second session on a Friday

1.30 - 3.00 BUMPS AND BABES

A group for ante-natal and post natal parents until babies are 12 months old. A 10 week programme of speakers covering all aspects of childcare and child

development . Ideal for new parents

This group includes a CRADLE CLUB Story time session with our LIBRARIAN

THURSDAY

12.00-7.00 HEALTH TRAINER (Marilyn) One to

one support with managing healthy lifestyle.

9.30 - 12.00 BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP

If you are a breastfeeding mom then come and meet other moms. Share your experiences. Specialist

Health Visitor advisors available for advice.

9.30—11.30 McEwan parenting programme Invitation only

9.30—11.30 BIG COOK LITTLE COOK Come and enjoy cooking activities with your child. 3 sessions to choose from. Details of dates and availability from reception

9.00—3.00 MELLOW Parenting Programme

Invitation only.

9.00—3.00 CRECHE available to support par-ents attending training sessions Cost £2.50 per session per child

1.30 - 3.00 PLAY AND STAY Come and join in the fun. Lots of activities for par-ents and children under 5 years. This group focuses

on children learning through their senses.

12.30 - 3.30 CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP At CROFT ACADEMY

5.00 - 7.00 STEPPING STONES

6.00—7.30 RELAXED BIRTH For expectant moms and dads. Come and see how gentle exercise and yoga can help you prepare for

the birth of your baby

4 week rolling programme. Individual sessions may be available

Please contact Reception for dates of the next programme.

COMMUNITY CAFÉ

Why not stop and have lunch in our community café. A range of healthy snacks or a cooked meal is available including children’s healthy lunch boxes

MONDAY - FRIDAY OPEN 12.30pm —2.00pm

Tea and coffee available throughout the day

FRIDAY

10.00—12.00 MUSIC MAN

Join RICHARD in a session of music , rhymes action songs and singing

9.15 - 11.45 CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP Normally this group is for children who have

attended the Monday session

12.30 - 3.00 CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP Normally children who attend this session will have

also attended on Wednesday .

1.00-3.00 LANGUAGE GROUP By appointment only

12.30 - 3.30 CHATTERBOX PLAYGROUP At CROFT ACADEMY

TOY LIBRARY

Visits the centre every month.

Come and look at the toys and

activities available for you to

borrow.

Ask reception for further details

SAFETY IN OUR HOME

Our ROSPA trained Staff can offer you a Home safety check To help keep your Child safe .

DENTIST

Why not visit the dentist with your children. FREE check-up at Sure Start NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY Dates to be confirmed.

LET’S GET COOKING

Cookery Club

Join Rachael and Max on 25th Jan, 1st &

29th March 2014.

All members of the family

(Mom, Dad and children of any age)

can come along and join in.

Session starts at 10.00 till 12.30

(no admittance after 11.00 )

Is 10 years old

In MARCH the Children ’ s Centre will be celebrating 10 years of support to local

families. Over that time we have had the privilege of working with over 10,000 chil-

dren under the age of 5 years

To celebrate we would like to invite all families to join us in a BIG PARTY to be held

on FRIDAY 28th MARCH Look out for further details