Dry Arch Children’s Centres

04/09/2026

*** Weekly Planner ***
🍂 Next week sees a return for a lot of our Sure Start parent and child programmes as we gear up for a full schedule over the coming weeks! Please note the change of time for NEXT WEEK ONLY for Dungiven's Blossom & Bond on Friday.
🍁 As always, programmes are free to attend but you must be registered first - please contact Caroline in the office on 028 7744 6317 or [email protected] .

03/09/2026

Please find below link to the newest edition of the monthly FYI update of family support related and early intervention and prevention across the Western Trust.

https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/415/western-area-newsletters/49011/western-area-fyi-issue-34-september-2026.pdf

03/09/2026

LIKE the photo and comment "RESPECT" and we will send you a message with a link to a free PDF of this resource.

FREE WHEN SOMEONE SAYS NO: RESPECTING BOUNDARIES POSTER

Hearing “no” can feel really hard for children, especially when they had their heart set on something. This bright, child-friendly poster gives a simple reminder of what to do next: stay calm, listen, respect the answer, ask what the other person would prefer, and choose something else.

It also makes space for an important feeling: it’s okay to be disappointed. The key is learning that disappointment does not mean we argue, pressure someone or keep asking until they change their mind.

A helpful visual for home, classrooms, therapy sessions or any shared space where children are learning about consent, personal boundaries and respectful behaviour.

03/09/2026

03/09/2026

🌟Staff at St Peter's & St Paul's PS, Foreglen have completed Regulated Classrooms training delivered by Dry Arch Centre this week, ahead of pupils returning to school.

This practical workshop is designed for teachers and all school staff, supporting them to implement key practices that help children and adults feel safe, Regulated and ready to learn.

They are looking forward to putting these approaches into practice and creating calm, supportive and nurturing classrooms where everyone can thrive.💛

02/09/2026

🌞What a summer it has been 💛

As our Summer Scheme has come to an end, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to all the children, young people and families who joined us and made it so special.

From arts & crafts to tennis, kickboxing, baking, outdoor adventures, games and plenty of laughter - we have packed so much fun into the summer. 🌈

We hope everyone made lots of happy memories along the way. 💫

Thank you for being part of our Dry Arch community😃

The Dry Arch Limavady gets active Summer Scheme programmes have teamed up with Children in Northern Ireland (CiNI)

02/09/2026

Learning left and right can be tricky, so here are some simple little tricks to help children remember! 🖐️❤️ From making an “L” with their hand to marching left and right, learning through movement and play makes it much more fun. 🌈

01/09/2026

✨Staff at Drumachose Primary School have completed Regulated Classrooms training delivered by Dry Arch Centre this week, ahead of pupils returning to school.

This practical workshop is designed for teachers and all school staff, supporting them to implement key practices that help children and adults feel safe, regulated and ready to learn.

They are looking forward to putting these approaches into practice and creating calm, supportive and nurturing classrooms where everyone can thrive 💛

Drumachose Primary School

01/09/2026

📢 Western Area FYI Newsletter | September 2026 | Issue 34

The latest edition of the Western Health and Social Care Trust Area FYI Newsletter is now available, including information, resources, events and updates.

🔗https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/415/western-area-newsletters/49011/western-area-fyi-issue-34-september-2026.pdf

01/09/2026

Taking care of yourself isn't selfish - it's essential. Join us for Self-Care September and discover small daily actions to help you feel calmer, stay resilient and show up for others too https://actionforhappiness.org/self-care-september