Rainbow Children’s Centre Information and Timetable May - July 2014 01908 227925 www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/rainbowcc About Rainbow Rainbow is a Children‘s Centre based in Pepper Hill School. Supporting young children and their families by bringing together family support, health, childcare and education. Rainbow Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all families, staﬀ and volunteers to share this commitment. Please remember that you are responsible for your children whilst at the centre. Priority is given to families from estates in our Reach Areas: Bradville, Neath Hill, Pennyland, Downshead Park, Bancroft, Bancroft Park and Bluebridge Introducing the Rainbow Team: Liz Carole Amanda Abi Lyn Nikki & Elaine Centre Coordinator Senior Family Support Worker Family Support Worker Family Support Worker Administrator Support Workers We oﬀer support to families, with children from pre-birth to ﬁve years of age, by working together with parents, carers, health services and other organisations, with the ultimate common goal being to improve and enhance life chances for children. Opening Times: Monday – Thursday: 8.15am - 4.30pm Friday: 8.15am - 4.00pm Advisory Board: Rainbow Children’s Centre has an Advisory Board, made up of partner agencies and community members, to help steer our services. Parent Forum: known as ‘Rainbow Voices’ Parents’ views, opinions and participation are very important to us and we have a Parent Forum which comes together to represent parents’ views and ideas. We would value your input in making future decisions, so that we can get it right for you and your family. Members produce a newsletter, have regular meetings and help us by supporting the Centre. New members are always welcome, see a member of the Team for more information. Parenting Courses: ESOL, Nurture Programme, Budgeting, Speakeasy and Baby Massage. These support parents by increasing their conﬁdence in dealing with aspects of parenting, including children’s behaviour, supporting a healthier lifestyle and learning skills. Speakeasy This course is designed for parents to learn how to conﬁdently discuss and explore the diﬃcult subject of Sex and Relationships with their children. Family ESOL & Story Sacks (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Weekly English language lessons for parents with English as a foreign language. • Story Sack Course starting September 2014 • ESOL starting Autumn 2014 To book on to one of our courses please speak to a member of our Team Nurture Programme 10 Weekly interactive sessions for parents and children to improve emotional literacy and relationship skills. We oﬀer one oﬀ workshops, taken from the Nurture Programme - Starting May 2014 Money Matters Budgeting Course Oﬀering practical guidance and eﬀective tools for budgeting, managing your money and achieving ﬁnancial freedom 6, 13, 20 & 27 June, 10.00am – 11.00am Priority given to families living in Reach Area Only To book a place please speak to a member of the team. Volunteer Programme Supporting parents to access volunteering opportunities in the centre and community by building parents conﬁdence and basic skills. Many parents use this experience to go on to paid employment or training. Next course: Tuesday 13 & Thursday 22 May, 1.00pm – 3.00pm Please speak to a member of the Team if you would like a place on the course Baby Massage Birth – 6 months. This is for small groups of mums and babies. Mums may beneﬁt from an increase in conﬁdence or in developing a stronger mum to baby bond. It can also support relaxation and help babies who have colic. Only for families in our reach area or through referral from health visiting teams and midwives. For further information, dates when the Baby Massage course is running and to book your place, please contact the Centre on 01908 227925. Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults Rainbow Children’s Centre is committed to the safeguarding of all children and adults who use the centre and follows local safeguarding board procedures. Childcare and Pre-School Information: Call into our Centre for information, advice and guidance on childcare or pre-school provision, including information on 2 year-old nursery education funding entitlement. Speech & Language Development: Our Family Support Workers can sign post you to the NHS Speech & Language Therapist, who provides speciﬁc sessions to enhance speech and language development. Nursery/School Readiness Is your child starting Foundation 1 in Nursery in September 2014? If so, these sessions will support you in preparing your child for Nursery. The sessions will be held monthly for 3 months, you will need to book by calling Rainbow or speaking to a member of our Team. A Crèche will be available for younger siblings who will not be starting Nursery in Sept 2014. The sessions will include:Tues 6 May – Sharing and taking turns Tues 3 June – Circle time & outside Tues 1 July – What about Me? (This session is for Parents/Carers only – a Crèche will be provided) Job Centre Plus and Children’s Centres – Working together to support Parents in Milton Keynes Advice on CV writing, conﬁdence building, job hunting, “better oﬀ at work“ calculations, childcare options, and much more…. FREE information sessions will be held monthly in children’s centres throughout Milton Keynes supporting you in making decisions about returning to work. These sessions are by invitation only. Please ring Lynne McCluckie on 01908 975254 for more details, or speak to one of our children’s centre Family Support Workers Family Support The family support team at Rainbow Children’s Centre can oﬀer 1:1 sessions. Please speak to a member of the team or call the Centre for more information. Registering at your local Children’s Centre is free! Speak to our Family Support Workers or your Health Visitor about how Children’s Centre services can support you and your young family. Rainbow Children’s Centre Timetable Mondays Midwife Clinic For appointments please call the centre 01908 227925. Inbetweenies 9.30am - 11.00am Weekly play session for toddlers aged 11 months - 2 years. An opportunity for toddlers to explore, play, meet new friends and learn new songs/rhymes. A suggested donation of 50p per child is very welcome! Push and Tone New Venue & Time 10.00am - 11.00am Have time with your baby while keeping ﬁt! Meet Ana at The Quaker Centre for a brisk walk, strengthening and core toning exercise session. A suggested donation of £1.00 is very welcome. Bumps/Baby Rainbows New Session 1.00pm - 2.30pm For mums to be and babies up to 10 months. Tuesdays Baby Clinic 9.30am - 11.15am 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month Come to our Weigh-in session with the health visiting team. Toddler Time for Childminders only 9.30am - 10.15am (Term time only) This session is for any childminder in Milton Keynes. 50p donation per child. Toddler Time 10.45am - 11.30am (Term time only) This weekly session is aimed at toddlers and children up to 5 years. A fun lively music session for toddlers, parents to sing, dance and rhyme together. A suggested donation of 50p per child is very welcome. Tuesdays - continued Nursery Readiness Sessions Including Write Dance Session 1.30pm - 2.30pm 1st Tuesday of each month May - July Priority given to reach area Schools or families living within our reach area. A suggested donation of 50p per child is very welcome! RANGE Additional Needs Group New Starting May 2014 11.30am - 12.30pm Starting May 2014 4th Tuesday of each month Does your child have additional needs? An opportunity to meet other parents/carers of children with additional needs, for a chat while the children play. This session will be supported by a member of our Team. A suggested donation of 50p per child is very welcome. Lone Parent’s Group 1.30pm - 2.30pm 3rd Tuesday of each month Are you a single parent, would you like to meet other single parents while your child enjoys a playtime in relaxed surroundings. Barbers Mews Group 11.00am - 12.00 noon Starting in May 2014 4th Tuesday of Month Information Drop In and Play Session for families living in Barbers Mews. Further details from the Centre on 01908 227925 Parenting Courses Starting May 2014 Priority given to families living in Reach Area Only The Nurture Programme Workshops Workshop 1 Tues 10 June 1.00pm – 2.30pm Workshop 2 Tues 8 July 1.00pm – 2.30pm Workshop 3 Fri 18 July All bookable in advance Choices, Consequences & Feelings Nurturing Praise and Discipline Did you know that your two year old child could qualify for up to 15 hours FREE childcare education a week? Ask your local Children’s Centre or ﬁnd out more at: www.timefortwos.com or call 01908 253338 Wednesdays Health Visitors 1 and 2 year old Development Checks Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 1.00 – 2.00pm - Oakridge Park Surgery Health Visitors attending Every 4th Thursday of the month, 10.00 – 11.00am - Neath Hill Surgery Health Visitors attending. An opportunity to come in and have a chat with a Health Visitor. For details speak to your health visitor. Toddler Time – Reach Area Families Only 9.15am - 10.30am (Term time only) Outreach at The Quaker Centre 1 Oakley Gardens, Downhead Park, Milton Keynes, MK15 9BH This weekly session is aimed at toddlers and children up to 5 years. A fun lively music session for toddlers, parent/carers to sing, dance and rhyme together. A healthy snack will be provided at the end of the session. A suggested donation of 50p per child is very welcome! Baby Clinic at Neath Hill New 10.30am - 11.30am Please call centre for more information Thursdays Parent and Toddler – Reach Area Only 10.00am - 11.30am A fun, lively play session for children aged 0 to 5 years (Primarily focusing on toddlers) with their parents/carers. An opportunity to support your child in learning through play. There are many activities on oﬀer and a healthy snack. A suggested donation of 50p per child is very welcome! Childcare For further information please contact the Children & Family Information Service 01908 253918 or [email protected] The CFI provides free, impartial and up to date information on childcare and related matters in Milton Keynes.You can also visit their website at www.miltonkeynes.gov.uk/childcare Fridays Midwife Clinic For appointments please call the centre 01908 227925. Employment/Training Support Are you looking to get back into work/training? Rainbow can support you Please speak to a member of our Team. Fridays - continued Baby Massage Course Priority given to families living in Reach Area Only For more information or to book on to one of our courses please speak to a member of the Team. Partnerships and Support We work in partnership with: • ACE – Adult Continuing Education • CFI – Children and Families Information • MK College – Adult Education • MK ACT – Conﬁdential advice and help on Domestic abuse • EMASS – Ethnic Minority Achievement and Support Services • MKPA – MK Play Association • MKPCT – Local Health Authorities and Public Health • CAMHS – Children and Adults Mental Health Services • MKLC – Milton Keynes Language Centre • NEP – Neighbourhood Employment programme • CAB – Citizens Advice Bureau • CRI – Substance Misuse Counselling • Oakridge and Neath Hill Health Teams – Health visitors and Midwife • Money Matters – Support with handling ﬁnances and debt advice • Job Centre Plus • Children and Family Practice – (North) • Relate – One to One and Family Counselling • Community Mobiliser 01908 227925 Available in audio, large print, braille and other languages 01908 227925 www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/rainbowcc Rainbow Children’s Centre Pepper Hill School, Kingsfold, Bradville MK13 7BQ T 01908 227925 Mxxxxx