Monthly Archives: April 2016

Family Matters: Opportunities and Challenges in the 21st Century

Posted on April 18, 2016 by CALA Childhood Practice

Families come in all shapes and sizes. Divorce, remarriage, stepfamilies, long working hours, geographical mobility, technology, and a host of other variables, has meant ideas of what the ‘traditional family’ looks like have had to change. As little as a … Continue reading →

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New location for Play and Learning into Practice Course (PLiP)

Posted on April 18, 2016 by CALA Childhood Practice

Due to insufficient demand in FORT WILLIAM we’re relocating PLiP to Strathpeffer. This central location provides an exciting opportunity for staff working in the surrounding area. Strathpeffer Community Centre, Strathpeffer can be accessed easily by Public Transport from several locations, for example: … Continue reading →

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Play and Learning into Practice (PLiP) – Strathpeffer

Posted on April 18, 2016 by CALA Childhood Practice

Play and Learning into Practice (PLiP) a FREE 6-day introductory course, is running in Strathpeffer Community Centre starting on May 2016 for six weeks. It is for both new and inexperienced practitioners and experienced practitioners looking to refresh their skills … Continue reading →

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Frugal Fun Friday: More Caterpillars!

Posted on April 18, 2016 by CALA Childhood Practice

Mairianne is back with another Frugal Fun Friday! This week Mairianne shows us how a simple paper plate can be transformed in to a friendly and colourful catterpillar.

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I’m delighted to have joined CALA as Communications and Website Coordinator

Posted on April 18, 2016 by CALA Childhood Practice

My name’s David Sharkey and this week I began my new role as CALA’s Communications and Website Coordinator. I’m delighted to be here and full of excitement and enthusiasm for how I can help improve CALA’s online presence. For seven years … Continue reading →

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Play Matters’ March!

Posted on April 4, 2016 by rwaltoncala

Play Matters’ March 2016 edition is now available for download It’s certainly worth a look to keep abreast of the latest play related news including articles on: The Community Play awards, nominations and winners Scottish Government changes to funding, with more … Continue reading →

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Frugal Friday Easter 5

Posted on April 1, 2016 by rwaltoncala

Hey everyone! This week we would like to introduce you to a new friend Mr. Wiggly Caterpillar! Thanks for another excellent video Mairianne Happy Easter everyone -Ross

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Investing in our Young People- Its Official

Posted on April 1, 2016 by rwaltoncala

The CALA team want to share our recent good news with our members. Mid March saw a three day assessment with colleagues from Investors in People Scotland,  and we are delighted that CALA has now received formal accreditation for the … Continue reading →

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