Update:10-10-19
We have had lots of fun outside this week with the parachute hiding away from the rain.
Our children aren’t scared of the rain! Splish, splash, splosh!
Barnardo’s have made us aware of an exciting event which coincides with the wealth of Mayflower 400 events next year. Set that calendar reminder now!
As part of the Mayflower 400 – Barnardo’s in partnership with the Plymouth Argyle Community Trust and Mayflower 400 team are planning a large fun day and sponsored toddle at Central Park on the 30th of May 2020
They are welcoming partner agencies attending to promote their services and offer an activity and hope to make this an action packed event. They would love for everyone to get involved so spread the news far and wide!
WE HAVE SOME VERY EXCITING NEWS! Earlier today we received a very special email….
Congratulations, GREENSHOOTS PRESCHOOL
You have been shortlisted for BEST STAFF DEVELOPMENT.
We think your hard work and dedication should be recognised and celebrated!The winners of the National Nursery Recognition Awards will be selected based on a public vote as well as a score by our panel of independent judges. Vote for yourself and share the link with your friends, family and clients. The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony.
Attached you will find a badge you can add to your website and social media pages. After all, everyone should know you are among the best in the business.
The National Nursery Recognition Awards ceremony will take place at the majestic Athena, in the heart of the country, in Leicester, on Saturday the 18th of January 2020.
It will truly be an amazing evening for you to celebrate your achievements with the people who have always been by your side!
Please click the link here to vote for us! Voting closes on October 7th so there’s not long to go!
Welcome back to Greenshoots. We hope you all had a lovely summer holiday. We have several new children who are joining us this term and we welcome them and their families.
This term we will be focusing on Personal, Social and Emotional Development with a range of activities which will help children to develop their confidence and self-esteem skills. We have a hair dressers role play area this term and there will be lots of small world play opportunities.
Training:
Natalie and Sammie updated their first aid training in the summer holidays. This term the staff will undertake the online ‘Noodle-Now’ course which is based on Physical Development.
Staffing
Kerry has now gone on maternity leave and we wish her all the best for the
future.
Natalie is going to be the Manager and Ellie is the Deputy Manager whilst Kerry is on maternity leave. Sammie is now going to take on the role of the Deputy SENDCO.
Students
Jodie continues to work towards her level 3 in childcare and her placement days are Wednesday and Thursday. We also have Charlotte who is just starting her level 3 who’s placement days are also Wednesday and Thursday.
Update of information
Please update us with any changes to address, mobile phone number and people authorised to collect your child.
Thank you for your support,
The Greenshoots Team
Below you can see some images of some of the fun things the children have been up to these last few days.
Here is the hairdresser role play we have set up.
We have a new garage set in the nursery! The children had great fun using it as part of their small world play.
Using the cogs and wheels construction kit.
The children had great fun with the sensory light up boards!
The following notice has been issued by the European Commission:
Product
Finger flickers toy
Brand
BJ Toys
Name
Finger Flickers
Batch number / barcode
420901BJ
Risk type
Chemical
The battery compartment can be easily opened without the use of any tools, leaving button cell batteries accessible.
A child may put these in the mouth, which could cause damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standards EN 71-1 and EN 62115.
Measures taken by economic operators
Recall of the product from end users (by: manufacturer)
Description
3 light up fibre optic ‘Finger Flickers’, each containing three button cell batteries, in a plastic packaging with cardboard backing. The product was (also) sold online.
Country of origin
China
Kind regards
Early Years Safeguarding and Welfare Team
IMPORTANT PRODUCT RECALL NOTICE – Mothercare 2.5 tog grey star sleep bag – Single and two-pack
Mothercare is undertaking a voluntary recall of 2.5 tog grey star sleep bag due to a labelling error. The care label in some of the products incorrectly states this product is a 1 tog.
These sleep bags were sold in Mothercare stores and online from May 2019. They are asking customers who purchased these sleep bags to check if your product is affected, please check the back of the care label at the bottom for the style number as per the image below.
Affected style numbers are as follows.
Single pack:
Two-pack:
Please also check the care label on both the plain grey and grey star sleep bag, If the label states 2.5 tog the product is not affected. If the care label states 1 tog please stop using the product with immediate effect and return the product to a Mothercare store for a full refund.
The tog rating can be found on the care label under the words BS8510:2009 as per the above image.
If you have any queries, please contact Mothercare customer services on 0344 875 5111. Mothercare has taken this action to ensure the safety and well-being of customers and apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Mothercare UK Ltd, Cherry Tree Road, Watford, Hertfordshire WD24 6SH.
Kind regards
Early Years Safeguarding and Welfare Team
Alert number: A12/1260/19
Product: Soft toy
Brand: Lissipuppe/Lissidoll
Name: Baby Kids Plush Dinosaur Toys
Type / number of model: Unknown
Batch number / Barcode: Unknown
Risk type: Choking
The zip can easily be detached, generating a small part, and the fibrous stuffing material is accessible through the zip on the belly of the plush toy.
A small child may put the small part or the stuffing material in the mouth and choke.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and the relevant European standard EN 71-1.
Measures ordered by public authorities (to: Distributor): Destruction of the product
Description: Soft toy dinosaur. Products affected have a zip on the bottom of the body which can be opened, giving access to the fibrous stuffing material. The product was sold online, in particular via eBay.
Country of origin: China
Alert submitted by: United Kingdom
Type of alert: Serious
Kind regards,
Early Years Safeguarding and Welfare Team
Recall: Koo-di – Silicone Teether
CORRECTIVE ACTION
KD850 – Butterfly
Batches: KD850-3YY-YI, KD850-2AH-YI
KD851 – Car
Batches: KD851-2AH-YI, KD851-3AK-YI
KD852 – Elephant
Batches: KD852-2AH-YI, KD852-3AK-YI
Sold through various retail outlets between March 2017 and July 2019
Hazard : They have become aware that the press stud on the detachable strap can come away posing a potential choking hazard.
Action
Telephone number: 01384 298531 (Mon-Thurs 09:00-17:00, Friday 09:00-16:00)
Website: www.koo-di.com
Kind regards,
Early Years Safeguarding and Welfare Team
IMPORTANT PRODUCT RECALL NOTICE: Toy Sharing – plush toy rabbit
The following notice has been issued by the European Commission:
Alert number A12/1139/19
Category Toys
Product Plush toy rabbit
Brand Toy Sharing
Name Plush pillow
Type / number of model Bunny 001
Batch number / barcode Unknown
Risk type Choking
The fibrous stuffing material of the toy is easily accessible due to the weakness of certain seams.
A small child may put the stuffing material in the mouth and choke.
The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive and with the relevant European standards EN 71-1.
Measures taken by economic operators Import rejected at border (by: importer)
Description Plush bunny
Country of origin China
Alert submitted by United Kingdom
Kind regards,
Early Years Safeguarding and Welfare Team
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