Childcare Provider Bulletin - August 2023!

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Childcare Provider Bulletin August 2023

Welcome to our latest e-bulletin, designed to keep you regularly informed of latest news, information and training relevant to the childcare sector.

We would appreciate your feedback on the e-bulletin and if there is anything you would like us to include or clarify then please let us know by completing our short survey

Please note: You will receive this bulletin in Welsh in a separate email.

Play in the Park blighted by rain

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The fun at our "Play in the Park" events has taken a hit from the lousy weather we're having. However, we're crossing our fingers for some sunshine for our last two dates at Waunfawr Park on 24 August and Blackwood Showfield on 29 August. If you can make it, why not pop along and join in the fun!

Full details about dates and locations are available on Dewis here

For further information please contact the Early Years Hub Team on 01443 863232 or via earlyyears@caerphilly.gov.uk


Childcare Offer for Wales

Childcare Offer

Please ensure you have confirmed all new Agreements online by the Thursday of the 1st week of term. All Agreements will need to be confirmed by this date to enable you to claim Childcare Offer funding from that week.

Gwnewch yn siŵr eich bod wedi cadarnhau pob Cytundeb newydd ar-lein erbyn dydd Iau wythnos gyntaf y tymor. Bydd angen i bob Cytundeb fod wedi’i gadarnhau erbyn y dyddiad hwn er mwyn ichi allu hawlio cyllid y Cynnig Gofal Plant o’r wythnos honno ymlaen.


Access to Childcare in Wales: Voices of Parents

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Are you passionate about creating a more equitable childcare system in Wales? Your voice and actions can make a real difference!

Join the movement to #MakeCareFair by sharing your voice on childcare!

Take a few moments to complete the survey and make your voice count. Share it with your partner, friends, and parents’ networks using every means available to you.

Simply visit https://bit.ly/childcarecymru to get started.

Remember, even if you don’t have children under nine years old, someone in your network might have valuable insights to share. Help us reach as many voices as possible by sharing the survey widely!

Together, we can build a childcare system in Wales that works for everyone.


Welsh language message of the month: Little Cheese Festival

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Don’t forget about the ‘Little Cheese’ 2nd and 3rd September.

Why not be adventurous and try a number of different cheeses during Snack Time?

For more information, visit: Visit Caerphilly 


Let's Talk message of the month - Stammering

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Did you know, many children stammer whilst they are learning to talk. This might sound like repeating sounds, making sounds longer or getting completely stuck. Most children who stammer as a young child go on to speak fluently and it’s really important to not draw attention to any ‘bumpy’ talking – instead focus on keeping the conversation going and enjoying chatting together. There are lots of ways you can support your child, including:

  • Focus on what they have said, not how they said it
  • Be patient
  • Let the child finish their own sentences
  • Slow down your own talking
  • Don’t use words like good/bad to describe talking
  • Have 1:1 time doing something fun your child enjoys in a quiet space

More information about stammering is available here: What is stammering and how can I help my child with their stammer? - BBC Tiny Happy People

For more information on interacting with young children, visit https://gov.wales/talk-with-me


Visit our new website

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Don't forget to have a look around our new website. It has lots of useful information and advice about early years, childcare and support for prospective parents or families with children from birth to 7 years.  www.caerphillyearlyyears.co.uk/ 

We have a dedicated section for childcare providers where you can also view any previous e-bulletins you may have missed. Please let us know how you think this could be improved. 


Like us on Facebook

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For the latest information and advice on childcare services and activities, Like the Family Information Service on facebook.


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