The Village News

 

It’s great to be back and ready for a new term. All the children have settled back in well after their holiday breaks. You will notice a couple of small changes in both rooms as we now have cosy corners, where the children go to have quiet time to chat and read books. We also have a lovely new sand pit which the children have had great pleasure in using over the past couple of weeks.

 

We would like to welcome Matthew to the Caterpillar group. James, William, Bradley & Charlotte  have now moved down to join the Cocoon group. Eloise has spread her ‘Butterfly’ wings and has joined Toby, Oliver & Freya in the Busy Bee group.

 

Next Wednesday 12th October, we will be having a “fun on the farm day” please can the children dress up as farmers or animals.

 

The Sainsbury’s and Tesco vouchers goodies have started to arrive and the children are making good use of the outdoor toys and cooking essentials.

 

The Rhubarb Theatre Company have  been and acted out the Little Red Hen story.  This has helped the children to understand about helping each other and sharing. We will be putting the digital frame on display in the main room so keep a watch out for when you are drop or collect your children.

 

Many thanks for all your donations for the Harvest Festival the children had a lovely time singing and dancing. The fresh produce has been distributed around the old residents of the village and the tins of food have been donated to the Newark Emmaus Trust who assist homeless young people with accommodation and training.

 

We have decided to celebrate birthdays this year, with a small token of a gift hidden under a magical blanket with balloons and a card.

 

The workshops for children / adults with the “Forest School” Trainer and of course Forest Fairy Fern are due to take place in the next couple of months – we are still waiting to hear details.

 

We will be celebrating Diwali the Indian festival of light on 26th October 2011. The children will be tasting Indian food and making Diva lamps.

 

We have been very lucky to secure the Lincolnshire Music Service who will come to visit us each week over a 10 week period. The IMP music is a system of teaching musical skills to very young children. Based on the principles of Colour strings, an internationally successful music programme pioneered in Finland, your children will learn to use their singing voice using a vast repertoire of child-friendly songs, rhymes, and games. They develop rhythmic skills through action songs, dances, and using percussion – I will apologise now for the request of noisy musical instruments for Christmas!!!!
 

You will all be noticing a large piece of material hanging in the entrance – THIS is no normal piece of material, it is going to be the VKG button blanket. We will be asking all children and parents to pick a button which will be sewn on wherever they wish and a book will be placed nearby to tell us the story behind the choice of button.

We are hoping to organise a photographer to come and take some photos of the children and offer print packages, ideal for Christmas gifts. We will keep you posted.

 

 Dates for your diary

 

Wednesday 12th October 2011

Fun on the Farm Day

Please can children dress up as farmers or farm animals.

 

Christmas Dates

Nursery Nativity

Tuesday 13th December 10am

Wednesday 14th December 5pm

Details to follow

 

Christmas Party

Wednesday 21st December 3.30-5.30pm

 

VKG closes 5pm Thursday 22nd December 2011 re –opens

Tuesday 3rd January 2012.

TESTIMONIALS

Our two sons have both attended VKG and we have been so happy with the standard of care, support challenge that they have received.  The staff have always been very kind and gentle with both boys - providing cuddles when needed, at the same time as supporting us to set important boundaries to make sure they are always nice to others.  They are always doing such wonderful things - whether it is stripping to nappies and body painting, or exploring in wellies through muddy fields at the back of the premises - they are always doing something far more exciting that playing at home!  Most importantly, we have always been certain that they are very safe and well looked after whilst at VKG.

 

Our eldest son is due to start school in September, despite only just turning four at the end of June.  VKG has given him such a good start that I feel he will be ready for the challenge - emotionally, socially and intellectually.  We had only really heard of the 'high/scope' approach that VKG adopt upon him starting at nursery, but it has really helped him to think and play creatively and independently.  Last year, our youngest son (5 months at the time) had to undergo some major surgery on his skull and so I was understandably anxious about him starting at nursery a few months later - particularly given that he seems to be a bit of a daredevil!  The way in which the team at VKG have cared for Jack during his time there meant that I knew Charlie would be in very good hands.  

 

I have nothing but praise for The Village Kindergarten - it's a really wonderful place!

 

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VGK is fantastic! From our first visit we felt part of an extended family. Nothing ever seems too much trouble for children and parents alike. The children are nurtured in a safe and exciting environment and are constantly encouraged to explore the world around them in imaginative ways. The teams' High Scope approach actively promotes independent thinking and the place is always filled with a buzz of activity, laughter and imagination: every inch of the walls (and ceilings) are filled with examples of the children’s efforts. Each day seems special, whether themed around a calendar event or by something as simple as an object or idea from one of the children. The children’s friendships between one another and their carers are underpinned with respect and responsibility. Our children love VKG and so do we. You feel part of a family and indeed part of the village community. VKG has given our children a huge leap start in life, which we can never thank them for enough.
 
Simon and Vanessa Dinsdale