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EDUCATION AT ITS BEST

A unique learning environmentASHGROVE Farm Nursery isset in an acre of grounds,adjoined by farmland.

Besides using the enclosed

garden area for the children, staffmake the most of the surroundingwalks which are safe and traffic-free.

The converted farm buildingsare set up so that each age grouphas a separate area, which fo-cuses on their specific needs.

Didi Dance classesfor the nursery are or-ganised as part of thecurriculum as areFrench lessons, runby Le Club Francais.

Staff are chosen notonly for their voca-tional qualificationsbut for the ability theyhave in forming re-lationships with chil-drenand thequalityofinteraction and playlearning experiencesthey provide.

The nursery is openMonday to Friday,7.30am until 6.30pm.● For further details,visit www.ashgrove-farm-nursery.co.uk.

Give your child the best possible startTHE Firs School has providedoutstanding primary educa-tion for boys and girls agedthree to 11 since 1945.

Inspected in 2010, it is con-sidered excellent in a wide rangeof learning areas. The school’sresources and its leadership arehighly praised, as is its caring andsupportive Christian ethos.

The inspectors said: “The out-

standing personal developmentof pupils is continually in evid-ence.”

The Early Years departmentcomprises the kindergarten, forchildren who have reached theirthird birthday and two receptionclasses. A safe, happy, stimulat-ing environment has been cre-ated to give children the bestpossible start to their school life.

Last summer the reception

classes were refurbished and anew outdoor learning area wascreated.

Early morning care from 8amand after- school club until 6pm isprovided.

Prospective parents are wel-come to visit.● For details or to arrange a visitcall 01244 322443, contact ad-min@firsschool.net; or visit thewebsite www.firsschool.net.

So muchmore thana haircutC harlie’s Kids’ Cuts and Pamper Party

venue, in Boughton, is a unique chil-dren’s hair salon, which specialises in

cutting and styling children’s hair, from theirfirst cut – to their prom night.

All the stylists are mainstream trained and child-friendly, so don’t worry if your little one is goingthrough the terrible twos or the trying teens, the

stylists can cut anyone’s hair.The crazy styling chairs (Barbie Jeep, Yellow

Hummer and an F22 combat jet) for the little ones.Upstairs are Charlie’s exclusive pamper andparty/disco rooms, for children from four to 14.

A visit to Charlie’s Kids’ Cuts is so much than just ahaircut; treat your child to a Charlie’s experiencetoday.

Make the mostof childcarevouchersIF YOU’RE a higher rate taxpayer andhave been considering joining a childcarevoucher scheme, join before April 6, 2011to be able to claim the maximum al-lowance in vouchers.

Currently the childcare voucher allowance isset at £243 per month, making a monthly savingof more than £100 in tax and NI.

After April 6 this allowance will drop to £124 amonth for higher rate taxpayers joiningschemes as the Government attempts to makeequal tax savings across all pay brackets.

Those currently in schemes or joining beforethe April 6 deadline will still be able to claim themaximum allowance of £243 per month.

Cheshire Childcare Vouchers offers parentswho use childcare a smart way of making theirsalary go further each month. Working withyour employer, the company arranges for up to£243 of your childcare fees to be paid directfrom your gross salary (before tax and NI arededucted).

Childcare vouchers are available to all work-ing parents with children aged 0-16 usingregistered or approved childcare – includingnurseries, childminders, nannies and out-of-hours school clubs.

Employers also benefit from the scheme, asthey will pay less national insurance.● More details on 0845 838 2348, the websitewww.ccvouchers.com or info@ccvouchers.com.

A ’home fromhome’ experienceThe Barn private pre-school nursery islocated next to Boogles Playbarn onTilston Road in Malpas.

It is believed to be the only nursery inthe Malpas area to offer such a wideselection of childcare services.

Daisies baby unit takes babies up to12 months; Blubells for one to two-year-olds; Dafodils for two to three-year-olds; and Buttercups for three tofour-year-olds.

Free places are offered in the pre-school room through the NurseryEducation Grants from CheshireCounty Council (NEG funding) andChildcare Vouchers are accepted.

The Barn is a professionally runnursery set in a lovely rural location,which aims to offer a ‘home fromhome’ experience – ensuring childrenare happy and nurtured.

The fully equipped and modernfacilities (including full airconditioning) are provided from abespoke building. Services arestructured around the NationalCurriculum, which encourages childrento learn through activities and play.

It is OFSTED registered and amember of the NDNA.● Call 019480 860020 for aninformation pack or visitwww.thebarnchildcare.co.uk.

OTHER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE – PLEASE CALL TO DISCUSSYour child will be with highly-qualified staff.

Children from three months to school age in thenursery, up to 12 years in the before/after school

and holiday clubs.

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Wrexham Road, Chester, CH4 7QR01244 680707 www.ashgrove-farm-nursery.co.uk

Ash Grove provides a caring environment with a happy, calm atmosphere. At

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one to two years, each area having separate play and sleep facilities. Babies

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EDUCATION AT ITS BEST

Undiscovered haven for youngstersPARENTS have nothing butpraise for Holywell ChildCare and say that it has had apositive impact on their chil-dren’s lives.

Staff at this family-runbusinesslove and care for the children.

The nursery maintains a highlevel of health, safety and care.

One parent said: “HolywellChild Care is, for some parents,an undiscovered haven whichprovides more than what is ex-pected from a standard cur-

riculum. My daughter reallylooks forward to going to nurs-ery. She talks about her friendsall the time (this includes thestaff).”● For more details, visitwww.holywellchildcare.com.

Insight on healthfor mums-to-beFIRST Glimpse Ltd of Wrexham andChester has been providing the parents tobe of the local area with all types ofpregnancy scans for the past five years.

This small, family-run business offers a pro-fessional service with a friendly and personaltouch.Thewellbeingof yourbaby is theprimaryconcern and all scans offered include a well-being examination – and a report is issued.

If there are any concerns that need immediateattention, staff at the centre will contact yourantenatal carer.

In addition to the wellbeing 3d/4d packages,early pregnancy scans are offered for patientswho have pain and/or bleeding or simply justwant reassurance (sometimes maybe due to aprevious miscarriage).

Also provided is a first trimester screening testfor Down’s syndrome (nuchal translucency scanplus blood test). This is carried out between 11weeks and 13 weeks and six days gestation; itgives a likelihood risk of your baby havingDown’s syndrome or other chromosome ab-normalities.

All staff who scan at First Glimpse are fullyqualified, experienced and currently also em-ployed by the NHS.

Both clinic locations provide a comfortable,luxurious and non-clinical setting for your scanto take place.● First Glimpse is open Saturdays and someevenings.

Funky wayfor totsto learn...

J o Jingles is a leadingpre-school music groupand believed to be the

only one endorsed by the Pre-school Learning Alliance.

In fun-filled classes, childrendevelop language and numeracyskills, grow in confidence and

build social skills.Age specific classes are offered

for babies of three months tochildren aged five.

Each week Jo goes on a dif-ferent adventure such as visitingthe zoo or playing with friends,and the children use percussion

instruments and props to join inwith funky new songs and oldfashioned nursery rhymes. Theslow, repetitive nature of thesesongs will help children’s speechand numerate development.● More details: 01928 739966or evekay007@yahoo.co.uk.

Happy children, happy familiesTHE Spinney Day Nursery hascentres in Hoole Village andPulford.

Hoole nursery has been openfor 14 years and Bell Meadowfor two-and-a-half years.

Both nurseries offer a highstandard through wellestablished, qualified staff.

Parents are confident that

their children are cared for in apleasant, clean and friendlyenvironment with play itemsand toys that will stimulate theirinterests.

Care is only half of the storyfor while the children are innursery, nursery nurses willstimulate their interests andthrough the medium of playthey will ensure that they

develop in keeping with theirage and aptitude. This leads tohappy children, happy familiesand a relationship with thenursery that lasts for manyyears.

Also at Bell Meadow is abreakfast, after school orholiday club.● Call 01244 348520 (Hoole)or (01244 577948 for details.

Sing Along with Jo Jingles!Fun Music, Singing & Movement Classes

for children aged 3 months to 5 yearsDevelop your child’s

• Co-ordination• Imagination• Social Skills

• Confidence• Listening Skills• Language

Children’s Parties & Nursery Sessions also available!

*FREE TRIALS AVAILABLE*

For details on classes in your local area call:

Eve on 01928 739966 evekay007@yahoo.co.ukwww.jojingles.com/midcheshire2nwales

Diane on 0151 606 8177 dianejojingles@hotmail.co.ukwww.jojingles.com/wirral

Holywell Child Care Ltd

TEL 01352 713929www.holywellchildcare.com

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner (tea) and snacks at no extra charge• Healthy menu including at least five fruit and vegetables per day• Homely atmosphere• Highly recommended by parents• CCTV throughout the nursery• Qualified and experienced nursery nurses• Secure finger print entry system• Free settling in sessions• Low staff turnover• Excellent staff to child ratio’s

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FIRSTFIRST GLIMPSEGLIMPSE• Early pregnancy/viability scans £95• Dating scans £95• First trimester

screening for Down`ssyndrome (nuchal

translucency scan +bloods) £169

• Anatomy scans £150• Wellbeing/Growthscans with 3d/4dpackages from £85(10% off ANY 3D/4D

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ALL TYPES OF PREGNANCY ULTRASOUNDNOW OFFERED INCLUDING:

Chester ClinicThe Wellness CentreWrexham RoadChester Business

ParkChester, CH4 9DETel: 01244 680 214

For moreinformation contactWrexham Clinic16 Townhill,WrexhamLL13 8NB

Tel: 01978 359 005

www.firstglimpse.co.ukMob: 07918 614101

Conveniently located on the Bell Meadow Business Park, theSpinney Bell Meadow Nursery offers the very best in early yearsnursery care with a true family ethos.

• Wonderful, open-plan nursery environment• Before, after-school and holiday clubs• Highly experienced, caring staff

Arrange to visit us today!

01244 577948www.thespinneydaynursery.co.uk

The Spinney Bell Meadow NurseryThe Bell Meadow Business Park, Pulford, Near Chester CH4 9EP

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