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Renfrewshire’s Anti-Bullying Policy Parents, head teachers and pupils have all been consulted on Renfrewshire’s new anti-bullying policy. The updated document, which was approved by councillors at the Education and Children’s Services Policy Board, has been revised by Renfrewshire Council in line with new national guidance. The new policy restates how bullying behaviour in schools must always be challenged and outlines the aim of creating learning environments where bullying can’t thrive. Each school will have a member of staff acting as the anti-bullying lead. It also outlines the importance of offering children and young people friendly, safe and confidential ways to raise concerns about themselves or others and be supported to ensure there is little or no long-term impact. This includes support for those who have shown bullying behaviour. Head and Depute Heads across Renfrewshire will attend workshops to discuss the new policy, while there will be additional anti bullying training days for other school staff, delivered by Scotland’s anti-bullying Service, Respect Me. It has delivered eight training days for the council since 2016. Consultation on the policy, led by anti-bullying expert Brian Donnelly, a former director of Respect Me, revealed that more than 90 per cent of parents surveyed said that along with carers and schools, they shared equal responsibility to talk to their children about bullying.
Langbank Playgroup
Pupils could also give their views anonymously and a survey was sent to all parent council chairs.
Howwood Baby & Toddler Group
All pupils mentioned having good teachers who made them feel safe and who they knew would help them, while some younger pupils were concerned at being seen as ‘telling tales’ if they reported bullying.
Playgroup is held on a Friday morning in Langbank Village Hall and we currently have spaces for children aged 2.5yrs to 5yrs. If you would like to join us on a Friday morning or for more information please contact Jen Burrows on 07947983025
£2/family fee incl tea & children’s snacks.
Kilmacolm Playgroup
St Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm, 9.30am - 11.30am Howwood Parish Church, 10am - 12noon
Kilbarchan Parish Church Tots’ Club Kilbarchan Parish Church Hall, 9.15am - 11.30am
EVERY TUESDAY
Kilbarchan Tots
Education and Children’s Services Convener Councillor Jim Paterson said: “The safety and wellbeing of the children and young people in our schools is paramount, and the policy was updated after consultation with parents, schools and pupils.
Cargill Hall, Lintwhite Cres, BoW
“Bullying is never acceptable, but unfortunately it does happen and we are determined to tackle it through measures such as staff training and actions to prevent bullying behaviour from taking place, as well as supporting any pupils affected by it. “If any child, young person or parent has a concern about bullying then they should speak to someone at school, whether it be the head or class teacher, a classroom assistant, or in some schools, a buddy or playground friend who is an older pupil.”
Houston Toddler Group We have been having lots of fun recently including a fun visit from Jo at Musicland. All the children enjoyed singing and dancing to nursery rhymes and songs led by Jo. During October we will have some Halloween crafts on the 25th and we will be closed due to school holidays on the 18th. We welcome all children age between 0-4 years old, together with their parents, grandparents or carers to join in with the games, crafts and play on offer every Thursday. The children can enjoy playing, making friends and of course snack time while the adults can catch up with a cuppa. We meet between 9.30am - 11.30am so come along when you are ready to the West Hall, Main street Houston PA67EL (next to Carrick centre). We look forward to meeting you all.
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McKillop Hall, 9.45am - 11.30am
Some children said they didn’t think being told to hit back was good advice and a number of senior pupils said they worried about parents overreacting.
At playgroup, children have the opportunity to develop their social skills, independence, creativity, numeracy, literacy skills and many many more…..
Do you have a child aged between 2.5yrs to 5yrs old? Are you looking for a fun, friendly and welcoming place to go on a Friday morning? Then why not come along and join us! Everyone welcome from Langbank and surrounding areas.
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Lochwinnoch Baby & Toddlers
We have now started back after a lovely summer break. We have some new faces, both children and adults! We would like to extend a warm welcome to Zoe who is now part of our team and joins us as assistant playleader. Zoe is settling in well and brings new activities/ experiences for the children to experiment with.
We have a close relationship with the local Primary school which provides a smooth transition in their preschool year when moving into Primary 1.
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Teachers across 14 primary schools held discussions with pupils from primary two to primary seven as part of the consultation process, while pupils from a further four schools took part in focus groups to give their views on bullying.
Kilbarchan Scout Hall, 10am-12noon £2 contribution. Tea, coffee & biscuits.
Bridge of Weir Toddlers
Pop along and see us from 9.30am - 11.30am
Kilmacolm Playgroup
St Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm, 9.30am - 11.30am
Howwood Playgroup
Howwood Church Hall, 9.45am - 11.35am
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Kilmacolm Toddlers
St Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm, 10am - 11.30am For children from birth to 3 years.
Lochwinnoch Baby & Toddlers McKillop Hall, 9.45am - 11.30am
£2/family fee incl tea and children’s snacks.
Howwood Playgroup
Howwood Church Hall, 9.45am - 11.35am
EVERY THURSDAY
Houston Toddlers
Church Hall, Main Street, Houston
Pop along and see us from 9.30am - 11.30am
Kilmacolm Playgroup
St Columba Church Hall, Kilmacolm, 9.30am - 11.30am
Howwood Playgroup
Howwood Church Hall, 9.45am - 11.35am
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FRIDAY
Langbank Playgroup
Langbank Village Hall, 9.45 - 11.45am For 2.5 - 5yr olds. Contact Jen Burrows 07947 983025.
Langbank Under 3’s
Church Hall, Langbank, 10am - 11.45am For children from birth to 3 years
Baby and Toddler Group
Elderslie Kirk, Main Rd, Elderslie, 9.30am - 11.30am
£2 includes children’s snack and tea/coffee. Lots of different toys to play with. All welcome.
Community Bookbug Sessions
Livingstone Hall at St Columba’s Junior School, Knockbuckle Road, Kilmacolm. From 9.30 - 10am
1ST & 3RD FRIDAY Renfrewshire Inverclyde Twins Club McKillop Hall, Lochwinnoch, 1pm -2.30pm
£3. Bring a mug along for a cuppa.
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