Category Archives: Janine’s Updates

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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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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Nessies Nippers trip to Fort George

Posted on March 31, 2016 by rwaltoncala

Hello everyone Please enjoy our power point showing all the fun we had learning about soldiers. Also our trip to Fort George. Hope you all enjoying your Easter Holidays Nessies Nippers Soldier Powerpoint –Tracy Deanne and all children in Nessies Nippers 

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The Final Blog of the Making Time for Play Project :'(

Posted on March 31, 2016 by rwaltoncala

Hello! This is the final Blog from the Making Time for Play Project. I think all those taking part from the groups, families, staff, volunteers and most importantly, the children would agree we’ve had a great time! We have seen real progress … Continue reading →

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Play into Practice in Fort William

Posted on March 31, 2016 by rwaltoncala

Over the last three Thursdays in March, we’ve been sharing an introduction to Play into Practice (adapted from the 5 day accredited course) in Lochaber.  Attendees came from a variety of working backgrounds including childminders, ELC practitioners, children’s support workers, … Continue reading →

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New Playday Website Launch

Posted on March 30, 2016 by rwaltoncala

New Playday Website Launch A new-look Playday website has been launched http://www.playday.org.uk/ Playday is the UK national day for play, traditionally held on the first Wednesday in August. Play Scotland also launched Play on the Longest Day, which is held … Continue reading →

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Easter Arts and Crafts And Our Visit To Seaforth House

Posted on March 25, 2016 by rwaltoncala

The boys and girls at Golspie ELCC have been very busy making Easter Eggs using different art and craft materials. We used balloons, glue, paper, paint, stickers and pens to make our eggs, this is how we made them. We … Continue reading →

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Frugal Friday Easter 4

Posted on March 25, 2016 by rwaltoncala

Hey everyone! This week we are showing how to make beautiful rattling Easter eggs! Thanks for another excellent video Mairianne We all hope you have an excellent time with the long weekend!

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