Langbank Playgroup
This term we have said
“Goodbye” to some of our
The 17 children of Langbank Playgroup plus family and friends enjoyed a
older children, who are off
wonderful Christmas party at the end of term in December – after weeks
to nursery where we hope
of practice, carols were sung with great enthusiasm and Santa certainly
they have more fun and
heard us as he kindly dropped by with a sack of gifts.
super learning experiences. In their place, we are delighted to welcome
We have something new for the group in 2010 - the introduction of
some younger children who are settling in well and enjoying a wide
Octokids music and dance sessions with Liz Murray. Physical activity
variety of toys and play equipment plus adult-led activities to develop
is vital in early years to improve co-ordination and motor skills and to
confi dence, social and physical skills.
introduce enjoyment of exercise from an early age - we look forward to
Playgroup had a great Christmas party with lots of singing, mince pies for
these monthly sessions very much.
the adults and of course a special visitor came in with gifts.
And we were delighted
to receive a letter from
the House of Commons
recently, from J Sheridan
MP, who congratulated
the group on receiving
Big Lottery funding. This
money will be spent
mainly on refurbishing the
house corner, purchasing
remote control vehicles
and multicultural
puzzles and dolls and
providing craft materials
for wonderful creative sessions. We hope that our growing number of
children and families enjoy the new resources.
Langbank Playgroup meet on Friday mornings in the Village Centre,
Middlepenny Road. Further information from Helen Lundie on 01475
540071.
Playgroup - Monday, Tuesday & Thursday mornings 9.15am - 11.45am.
Suitable for children aged from 2 and a half. Children can attend
the number of sessions that suit the parent, which makes it ideal to
combine with other pre-school activities. Playgroup is often a child’s fi rst
experience of independence from its mother, and as such is a valuable
stepping stone towards school life. Lots of activities and themes on a
weekly basis. SPPA and Care Commission compliant. Please contact our
Membership Secretary, Morven on 01505 87355, for more details and to
put your child’s name down for a space.
Toddlers - Wednesday 10am - 11.30am.
A great place to meet other mums, dads and carers for a coffee and a
Bishopton Village Nursery
chat while the little ones play. Children are welcome from birth to the
age of 3. Lots of toys and activities and a separate baby corner - contact
Bishopton Village Nursery, based in the Bishopton Community Centre,
Georgina: 01505 614572.
have recently been awarded £825 by the Peoples Postcode Lottery to
purchase a smoothie maker and an extension set for some play equipment
We are currently considering running an afternoon session, also on
to promote healthy eating and exercise in the nursery. They had a special
Wednesdays. Please contact Morven on 01505 87355 to register your
visit from the TV presenter Angus Purden to present the cheque and the
interest.
Peoples Postcode Lottery spent the morning at the nursery.
All our
groups are
run in the
St Columba
Church
Lesser
Hall. This
is located
just off
the village
car park in
Kilmacolm,
or you can
park on
Duchal Rd
or Bridge of
Weir Rd.
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