Include Social Services Approved School holiday Playchemes, Ofsted inspected pre-school Playgroup, Parent and Tots sessions.

Since the community playgroup started over 20 years ago , Victoria Community Centre Playgroup has been providing fun & stimulating activities for children in a safe environment, 5 mornings a week and 3 afternoons a week.

 

During this time the children have created over 15000 paintings, 1000 models from yoghurt pots, cereal boxes and egg boxes!

 

Denise Lee first used the playgroup when she started bringing her daughter to the group . "It was a lovely environment to come to - my daughter had fun and at the same time started to learn how to hold a pen and how to make shape amongst other things. When she grew up I decided to stay on here. I've been working here a while now - my daughter is now 21years old!"

 

Denise along with all the other members of staff are all qualified to NVQ level 3 Early Years .

The playgroup has become ofsted registered and follows the full educational curriculum. That means Messy Fun with Painting, Playdough, Glueing, Serious Fun stimulating interest in shapes and general pen control, not forgetting Loud Fun with songs stories rhymes. At some point the signs and the symbols & shapes that go with the spoken words will begin to make sense to children. Once they crack this code they will be off on an amazing adventure of learning. The Playgroup helps start the process off.

 

Suzannah Whittaker said ' Our son really enjoys attending playgroup and with the help and guidance of the staff, he is learning more each time he visits. I think pre-school is an excellent way of introducing a young child to school life, both for educational needs and social independence'

 

"My son goes to Victoria Pre-School Group because the staff are friendly approachable and care for the children in a very special and unique way. I wouldn't want him to go anywhere else. Going to Victoria Pre-school Group has made a lot of difference to Thomas and he Loves everything about it!" a satisfied mum.

 

"As a mum of 2 children I feel very confident in sending my child to Victoria Pre School Group because I know that my daughter feels comfortable being there . The staff are very friendly and caring they also spend plenty of time doing different activities with the children. The facilities are very good and plenty of choice. I also like the fact that the class is not too big.

My eldest child finished attending Victoria Pre-School Group this September after spending 2 years there and I am now very happy for my youngest daughter to be there until she starts school !" said Mrs Crank another satisfied mum.

 

The Oakley centre runs a wide range of activities targeted at our junior range of customers. We also have several clubs that also specialise in the junior section. During the school holidays we run a playscheme, the age group is five years up to twelve with activities ranging from arts and crafts to group games. We also do special outings. The places visited last year are Manchester United Football Club, Ryhl Sun Centre and Camelot. Any other information required on play schemes contact the Ludford Family Centre on (01270) 537910.