Early Learning Steps Maidstone

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If you have a 30 hours working families code please make sure you have renewed it by the end of today. 31st March 2026 is the deadline to guarantee funding for next term (April 2026 to July 2026, terms 5 and 6).
Many thanks

A reminder of the signs and symptoms to look out for in children under 5 following the concerning outbreak of meningitis in Canterbury

Signs and Symptoms of meningitis in babies Signs and symptoms of meningitis in babies and toddlers vary slightly from those in children and adults. Know the signs and symptoms to look out for.

Reminder of our term dates

Deadline for primary school admissions is Thursday, 15th January 2026. If your child is going to school in September 2026 please make sure you have applied for a place.

Happy New Year to you all, we hope you all had a nice Christmas.
Just a reminder we return to preschool tomorrow. The weather has turned cold so please make sure children are dressed appropriately and have coats for outside play.
Many thanks :-)

Thank you to all our families for your continued support.
Wishing you all a very merry Christmas and best wishes for the New Year.
We return on Monday, 5th January 2026, see you then!
From Ellen and the team :-)

https://saferinternet.org.uk/guide-and-resource/parents-and-carers

A link to the Parent and Carers - UK Safer Internet Centre website

Parents and Carers - UK Safer Internet Centre Tips, advice, guides and resources to help keep your child safe online

Harrietsham Church of England Primary School Reception Tours

A couple of parent courses for anyone interested. One is this Thursday so not sure about spaces!

Important information regarding the flu vaccination from the NHS

**URGENT** if you think you may be eligible for the 30 hours funding for working parents, you MUST apply before the 31st August 2025. Go to www.childcarechoices.gov.uk for more information

Childcare choices Information targeted at Parents