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Woodlands Childrens Centre

Information and Timetable

Children and Families

September 2013 - March 2014Primarily for families in Olney, Hanslope and the

surrounding villages of North Milton Keynes

01234 241837 www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/woodlandscc


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Mondays

Mum & Co with Woodlands Soft Play10.00am - 11.30am (Term time only)

Olney Youth Centre

2 pay as you go Friendly, safe and lively toddlerplaygroup for children up to 5 years old. Good

range of toys including ride-on toys and play

dough, baby zone for younger siblings.

Tuesdays

Haversham Toddler Time music and movement

and Stay and Play9.30am - 11.00am

Haversham Social & Community Centre,The Crescent, Haversham MK19 7AN

1 suggested contribution per child. A chance for you to interact with your child in a

fun music and movement session. Sing, clap, jump and wiggle to a variety of songs and

rhymes. If your child is not yet toddling, just bounce them on your knee! Develop your

childs physical abilities, rhythm and coordination. Followed by a stay and play session

with a healthy snack. No booking required.

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Our Woodlands Timetable


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Tuesdays continued

Olney Ragdolly Annas Music Group, (2 sessions)10.00am - 10.45am Session or 11.00am - 11.45am Session

Olney Youth Centre, East Street, Olney MK46 4DH

2 per parent & child, (50p for each additional child) is payable directly to RagdollyAnnas. Music and play for babies and children aged 0-5 years and their parents. The

sessions concentrate on physical and language development of babies and toddlers,

whilst also supporting social and emotional development. Classes are pay as you go but

booking essential, to book call or text Anna on 07901 854894 / 07989 713745.

Visit www.ragdollyannas.com

Mini Strikers Multi Sports1 suggested contribution per child. A fun and

lively session for adults and walkers to five years

old. Children will play games to become familiar

with different types of balls and sports

equipment, getting lots of praise and attention,

while developing their listening skills in an

enjoyable and safe environment. No booking

required.

Lavendon10.00am - 11.00am

Lavendon School, High Street, Lavendon

MK46 4HA

Castlethorpe1.30pm - 2.30pm

Castlethorpe Village Hall, North Street,

Castlethorpe MK19 7EW

Olney Drop-in Clinic (including Baby weigh in)9.30am - 11.30pm

The Olney Centre, High Street, Olney

Run by the Olney Health Visitors from Cobbs Garden Surgery.

Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable AdultsWoodlands Childrens Centre is committed to the safeguarding of all

children and adults who use the centre and follows local safeguarding

board procedures.


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Wednesdays

Olney Post-Natal Group10.30am - 12.00 noon

The Olney Centre, High Street, Olney

A post-natal group with an 8 week rollingprogramme of information and support for new

parents. Please contact the Cobbs Garden Health

Visitor team for more details of the programme on

01234 713911.

Hanslope Stay and Play and ToddlerTime music and movement session

Children and Parent Session9.15am -11.30am

Woodlands Childrens Centre at

Hanslope MK19 7BL

1 suggest contribution per child. A chance to

meet other parents and enjoy time playing with your child both indoors and outside.

Parents are asked to get involved in tidy-up time and in serving a sit-down healthy

snack for the children. Toddler Time is a fun and interactive music and movement

session for children and parents to enjoy together. Sing, clap, jump and wiggle to a

variety of songs and rhymes. If your child is not yet toddling, just bounce them on your

knee! Develop your childs physical abilities, rhythm and co-ordination. Advice and

guidance available from our Family Support Workers.

Thursdays

Hanslope Bumps and Babieswith Baby Clinic10.00am - 11.30am

Woodlands Childrens Centre Hanslope MK19 7BL

A weekly session designed to stimulate baby, while giving parents/carers a chance to

relax and chat with other parents of children aged 0 to 1. Baby Clinic for Patients of

Hanslope Surgery takes place within the session on the second Thursday of every

month: 12 September, 10 October, 14 November, 12 December, 9 January, 13 Februraryand 13 March with Health Visitor, Alison Smith.


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Fridays

Hanslope Messy Play9.15am - 10.45 am

Woodlands Childrens Centre in

Hanslope MK19 7BL1 suggested contribution per

child. A messy play session aimed

at providing children aged 0-4 an

opportunity to explore new

textures, tastes, smells and

experiences in a safe environment. Includes indoor and outdoor plan, water and sand

play and experimenting with different foodstuffs (please advise centre staffof any

allergies).

Olney NCT Bumps & Beyond NEW1.00pm - 3.00pm

Olney Youth Centre

A safe and supportive session designed to support new parents and babies up to a year.

Come and make new friends, find out what sessions, activities and groups are available

in and around the local area and make use of the baby play area that has everything

you need to stimulate your baby. Refreshments are included. Supported by Woodlands

Children centre. 1.50 contribution per child towards refreshments. Karen Fell the NCT

breast feeding support counsellor will be attending monthly - dates to be confirmed.

Olney Ragdolly Annas Craft Time NEW1.45pm - 2.30pm

Olney Youth Club

4.50 for the first child 2 for any additional children. Come and spend some quality

time with your little one and support them in their learning and development while

encouraging their creativity. Session aimed at children 2.5 -5 years. Classes are pay as

you go but must be booked in advance, to book call or text Anna on 07901 854894 /

07989 713745 or visit www.ragdollyannas.com for more details.

Parents and carers are encouraged to join in with all the activities and sessions onoffer alongside their children: a perfect way to build confidence, develop early

language and communication skills, meeting new friends and having fun.


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Saturdays - A chance for working parents to access activities

Mini StrikersMulti Sports session for 0-5s11.30am - 12.30pm

followed by a healthy lunch at 12.30pm - 1.30pm in the Coff

ee Bar.Olney Youth Centre, East Street, Olney MK46 4DH

Dates: 21st September, 12th October, 9th and 23rd November.

3 per parent and child together and 1 for each additional child. A fun and lively

session for adults and walkers to five years old. Children will play games to become

familiar with different types of balls and sports equipment, getting lots of praise and

attention, while developing their listening skills in an enjoyable and safe environment.

NCT Nearly New Sale12.30pm - 2.00pm

The Olney Centre

Saturday 12th October

(Members get early entry at 12pm) Top-quality toys, Designer babywear and kidswear,

maternity and nursery equipment at bargain prices. To be a seller of for moreinformation call Jenny 01234 240536 or email [email protected]

The Big Olney Food Festival12.00 noon - 10.30pm

Olney Market Square

Saturday 7th September

An event jam packed full of food, drink, entertainment, competitions and fun things for

the kids to do! Woodlands Children Centre will be at the KIDZONE doing lots of kids

activities including crafts, telling story and song times from 12.00 - 5.00pm.

Dickens of a Christmas10.00am - 4.30pm

Sunday 8th December

Free Park and Ride. Olneys Dickensian Christmas Market where towns folk and stall

holders dress in Victorian clothes and the town comes alive with Brass Bands, Street

Entertainers, Childrens rides, craft fayres, storytelling, Punch and Judy, farmers market,

stalls and refreshments. Woodlands Children centre will be hosting a Stay and PlaySoft Play session from 10-3pm at the Olney Youth Centre. Local businesses will be in

the coffee area selling Christmas gifts and stocking fillers perfect for babies and young

children. If you would like a stall please contact the centre on 01234 241837.

Events supported by Woodlands


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Woodlands will be running a rolling programme of training and parenting courses

including Foods Safety, Paediatric first aid, Baby Massage, The Nurturing Programme

and The Freedom Programme - dates to be confirmed.

The Nuturing ProgrammeThe Nurturing Programme provides simple, effective tools to help adults and children,

understand and manage feelings and behaviour, improve relationships at home and in

school, improve emotional wellbeing and develop confidence and self-esteem.

The Freedom ProgrammeThe Freedom Programme is open to any parent/carer who wishes to know more about

abuse including both physical abuse and emotional abuse. It is a 12 week course for

two hours a week. Each group has two facilitators who are fully trained and have a deep

understanding of the issues surrounding domestic abuse. The aim is to help women to

understand the beliefs held by abusive men and the effects upon children, whilst

helping them gain the confidence to improve the quality of their lives. The Freedom

Programme is completely confidential.

Baby MassageWoodlands Children Centre is excited to offer Baby Massage from March 2014. Baby

massage is a long-standing parenting tradition in many cultures, with numerous

benefits for both baby and parent. Parents who have attended baby massage sessions

run by International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) trained staffsay that some of

the many benefits can include, strengthening the bond with your baby, relaxation for

both parent and baby and giving the baby relief from wind, colic and constipation - Seemore at: www.iaimbabymassage.co.uk/

MKDONS Kick into business courseNovember 11th and 12th - Venue to be confirmed.

Are you looking for ways to juggle bringing up children and finding ways to work from

home? This fun practical one day workshop will help you to understand the basics of

setting up your own business as well as giving you a qualification.

Woodlands Training Courses andParenting programmes


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Whats it all about?

Parent InvolvementParents are so very important, they ARE and

will ALWAYS be the primary educators of

their children and as such, we aim tosupport parents to get involved and

understand their childs learning through

play. Parents and carers are encouraged to

join in with all the activities and sessions on

offer and family support workers are on

hand to explain the WHY? in what we do.

Sessions are designed and planned using

child development principles and the Early

Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) helping

children develop a range of important skills

as well as encouraging them to make new

friends and have fun.


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Family Support: Home visits/one to one supportDays/ times can be arranged to suit you. Everyone needs some extra support every now

and again for all sorts of reasons on a variety of subjects and family issues. Sometimes it

is more appropriate for us to offer family support on a one-to-one basis or within

smaller family sessions. Whether you need information, advice, guidance or just a

listening ear, our aim is to support you in a way that best suits you and your familysneeds. Referrals are welcome from health professionals and partner agencies. Please

ring and speak to Ana-Maria, our Family Support Worker, on 07747 457841 or talk to

your Health Visitor.

Breast Feeding/Bottle Feeding SupportThe centre works closely with the Olney NCT (National

Childbirth Trust) to promote a culture in which

breastfeeding is a realistic option for more mothers.Support is available however you have decided to feed

your baby and the centre can signpost you to local

support groups that offer advice and guidance on any

feeding related issues. Karen Fell the local NCT

Breastfeeding Support Counsellor is trained to offer

support over the phone, ring Karen on 01234 713370

(please be aware that Karen works and has a young

family, so please leave her a message and she will

return your call as soon as possible) or ring the NCT

Breastfeeding helpline 0300 330 0771, open everyday 8.00am - 10.00pm.

The local Breast Feeding Support Group runs every Monday 1.30pm - 3.00pm at

Newport Pagnell Health Centre.


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Woodlands Children Centre Team

Kristianne Centre coordinator (Mon, Wed, Fri)

Emma Centre Coordinator (Tues, Wed, Thurs)

Nikki Centre Administrator (Mon - Thurs, 9.30am - 2.30pm)

Ana-Maria Family Support Worker (Mon - Fri)Julie Children Centre Teacher (Tue and Wed)

Opening Times:Monday - Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm

Our services:Woodlands activities take place across the large rural village communities of North

Milton Keynes and the town of Olney, where we have our office in Olney Youth Centre.

Our main activity room we share with Hanslope Primary School, in addition to which we

adapt village community venues to provide a welcoming, stimulating and supportive

environment to enable us to meet a wide variety of family needs through the services

we offer.

We're here to support every local family with children under 5: from bump to baby, to

their first day at school.

Our aims are to: Encourage children to try new things, have fun and gain confidence, through a great

range of activity sessions.

Inspire parents and carers with practical ideas, from setting up messy play to getting

a good nights sleep!

Give you access to the latest information and resources available, through those

busy early years.

Connect you directly with professional experts who can help, should you need us to.

Advisory BoardWoodlands children centre is governed and led by the advisory board which is

made up of a team of parent representatives, partner organisations and centre

staff. The board meets regularly to discuss and review the centres services andstrategic plan. If you would like to be involved in shaping the children centres

services please call Emma or Kristianne on 01234 241837.


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What else can we help with?

Childcare and Pre-School InformationPop in for information, advice and guidance on childcare or pre-school provision,

including information on 2, 3 and 4-year-old nursery education funding entitlement. Or

phone Children & Families Information (CFI): FREEPHONE 0800 035 0335

Speech & Language DevelopmentAsk to speak to one of our Family Support Workers if you have concerns.

We signpost families to a variety of support servicesHere are some of our partner agencies:

Local Health Visitors

Community Midwives

Local Schools/Pre-Schools/Nurseries

Town & Parish Councils

Job Centre Plus 0845 6060234

Adult Continuing Learning (ACE) 01908 556700

MK Act 0844 3754307

Womens Aid 0800 2000 247

Citizens Advice 0844 4994 122

Relate 01908 310010

Milton Keynes Dons 01908 622888

Milton Keynes Play Association

01908 263033

Pre-School Learning Alliance

01908 263700


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Available in audio, large print,braille and other languages

01234 241837

01234 241837 www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/woodlandscc

Woodlands Childrens Centre

Hanslope Primary SchoolLong Street

Hanslope MK19 7BLTel: 01234 [email protected]

www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/woodlandscc

Please note:

Our service is primarily for families from our reach area: Olney, Emberton, Hanslope,

Castlethorpe, Haversham, North Crawley, Chicheley, Sherington, Astwood, Cold

Brayfield, Lavendon, Ravenstone, Lathbury, Tyringham, Stoke Goldington, Weston

Underwood, Olney, Hardmead, Clifton Reynes, Newton Blossomville, Warrington,

Gayhurst, Little Linford, Filgrave and Moulsoe and as such we will give priority tofamilies living in these areas.

Woodlands Childrens CentreOlney Youth Centre Hanslope Primary School

East Street, Long Street,

Olney MK46 4DH Hanslope MK19 7BL

To keep up to date with all the latest activities, events and training course information

join our Facebook page

www.facebook.com/WoodlandsChildrenCentreMiltonKeynes

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