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TheChronicle March 24, 2011
EDUCATION AT ITS BEST
Make the most of childcare vouchers
A ’home from home’ experience The Barn private pre-school nursery is located next to Boogles Playbarn on Tilston Road in Malpas. It is believed to be the only nursery in the Malpas area to offer such a wide selection of childcare services. Daisies baby unit takes babies up to 12 months; Blubells for one to twoyear-olds; Dafodils for two to threeyear-olds; and Buttercups for three to four-year-olds. Free places are offered in the preschool room through the Nursery Education Grants from Cheshire County Council (NEG funding) and Childcare Vouchers are accepted. The Barn is a professionally run nursery set in a lovely rural location, which aims to offer a ‘home from home’ experience – ensuring children are happy and nurtured. The fully equipped and modern facilities (including full air conditioning) are provided from a bespoke building. Services are structured around the National Curriculum, which encourages children to learn through activities and play. It is OFSTED registered and a member of the NDNA. ● Call 019480 860020 for an information pack or visit www.thebarnchildcare.co.uk.
IF YOU’RE a higher rate taxpayer and have been considering joining a childcare voucher scheme, join before April 6, 2011 to be able to claim the maximum allowance in vouchers.
Currently the childcare voucher allowance is set at £243 per month, making a monthly saving of more than £100 in tax and NI. After April 6 this allowance will drop to £124 a month for higher rate taxpayers joining schemes as the Government attempts to make equal tax savings across all pay brackets. Those currently in schemes or joining before the April 6 deadline will still be able to claim the maximum allowance of £243 per month. Cheshire Childcare Vouchers offers parents who use childcare a smart way of making their salary go further each month. Working with your employer, the company arranges for up to £243 of your childcare fees to be paid direct from your gross salary (before tax and NI are deducted). Childcare vouchers are available to all working parents with children aged 0-16 using registered or approved childcare – including nurseries, childminders, nannies and out-ofhours school clubs. Employers also benefit from the scheme, as they will pay less national insurance. ● More details on 0845 838 2348, the website www.ccvouchers.com or info@ccvouchers.com.
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harlie’s Kids’ Cuts and Pamper Party venue, in Boughton, is a unique children’s hair salon, which specialises in cutting and styling children’s hair, from their first cut – to their prom night.
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classes were refurbished and a new outdoor learning area was created. Early morning care from 8am and after- school club until 6pm is provided. Prospective parents are welcome to visit. ● For details or to arrange a visit call 01244 322443, contact admin@firsschool.net; or visit the website www.firsschool.net.
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 and party/disco rooms, for children from four to 14. A visit to Charlie’s Kids’ Cuts is so much than just a haircut; treat your child to a Charlie’s experience today.
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The converted farm buildings are set up so that each age group has a separate area, which focuses on their specific needs. Besides using the enclosed Didi Dance classes for the nursery are organised as part of the curriculum as are French lessons, run by Le Club Francais. Staff are chosen not Wrexham Road, Chester, CH4 7QR only for their vocational qualifications but for the ability they Ash Grove provides a caring environment with a happy, calm atmosphere. At have in forming relationships with chilAsh Grove the baby unit is separated into two areas, nought to one year and dren and the quality of one to two years, each area having separate play and sleep facilities. Babies interaction and play each have their own unique routine and we are mindful of this, having learning experiences no routine but adapting our day to accommodate your child’s they provide. The nursery is open own needs. Monday to Friday, OTHER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE – PLEASE CALL TO DISCUSS 7.30am until 6.30pm. rt ve 1 Your child will be with highly-qualified staff. ad 201 ● For further details, his pril, e the t Children from three months to school age in the n v visit www.ashgroveg i 0th Al wai ee. n i r nursery, up to 12 years in the before/after school B re 3 wil nt f farm-nursery.co.uk. fo we lme e b nd nro and holiday clubs. a
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TheChronicle March 24, 2011
EDUCATION AT ITS BEST
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o Jingles is a leading pre-school music group and believed to be the only one endorsed by the Preschool Learning Alliance. In fun-filled classes, children develop language and numeracy skills, grow in confidence and
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build social skills. Age specific classes are offered for babies of three months to children aged five. Each week Jo goes on a different adventure such as visiting the zoo or playing with friends, and the children use percussion
instruments and props to join in with funky new songs and old fashioned nursery rhymes. The slow, repetitive nature of these songs will help children’s speech and numerate development. ● More details: 01928 739966 or evekay007@yahoo.co.uk.
Happy children, happy families THE Spinney Day Nursery has centres in Hoole Village and Pulford. Hoole nursery has been open for 14 years and Bell Meadow for two-and-a-half years. Both nurseries offer a high standard through well established, qualified staff. Parents are confident that
their children are cared for in a pleasant, clean and friendly environment with play items and toys that will stimulate their interests. Care is only half of the story for while the children are in nursery, nursery nurses will stimulate their interests and through the medium of play they will ensure that they
develop in keeping with their age and aptitude. This leads to happy children, happy families and a relationship with the nursery that lasts for many years. Also at Bell Meadow is a breakfast, after school or holiday club. ● Call 01244 348520 (Hoole) or (01244 577948 for details.
Undiscovered haven for youngsters PARENTS have nothing but praise for Holywell Child Care and say that it has had a positive impact on their children’s lives. Staff at this family-run business love and care for the children.
The nursery maintains a high level of health, safety and care. One parent said: “Holywell Child Care is, for some parents, an undiscovered haven which provides more than what is expected from a standard cur-
riculum. My daughter really looks forward to going to nursery. She talks about her friends all the time (this includes the staff).” ● For more details, visit www.holywellchildcare.com.
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Insight on health for mums-to-be FIRST Glimpse Ltd of Wrexham and Chester has been providing the parents to be of the local area with all types of pregnancy scans for the past five years.
This small, family-run business offers a professional service with a friendly and personal touch. The wellbeing of your baby is the primary concern and all scans offered include a wellbeing examination – and a report is issued. If there are any concerns that need immediate attention, staff at the centre will contact your antenatal carer. In addition to the wellbeing 3d/4d packages, early pregnancy scans are offered for patients who have pain and/or bleeding or simply just want reassurance (sometimes maybe due to a previous miscarriage). Also provided is a first trimester screening test for Down’s syndrome (nuchal translucency scan plus blood test). This is carried out between 11 weeks and 13 weeks and six days gestation; it gives a likelihood risk of your baby having Down’s syndrome or other chromosome abnormalities. All staff who scan at First Glimpse are fully qualified, experienced and currently also employed by the NHS. Both clinic locations provide a comfortable, luxurious and non-clinical setting for your scan to take place. ● First Glimpse is open Saturdays and some evenings.
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You work, while they play Conveniently located on the Bell Meadow Business Park, the Spinney Bell Meadow Nursery offers the very best in early years nursery care with a true family ethos.
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