New Bridge Nursery School

Sina, a PhD researcher at the University of Reading is currently conducting a research study on how young children learn words, with a particular focus on the role of music in early language development. She would love to hear from families who would like to get involved.

Are mealtimes becoming a source of stress, worry or frustration?

Join us for a two-part webinar series with Lucy Wood, The Early Years Dietitian, exploring food, nutrition and avoidant eating in children with SEND.

📅 Part One: Why Avoidant Eating Happens (1 July 1-2PM)
Understand some of the reasons children may struggle with food and eating, and why it isn't simply a case of being "fussy".

📅 Part Two: Building Confidence & Curiosity at Mealtimes (8 July 1-2PM)
Explore practical strategies to help reduce pressure around food and support your child's confidence over time.

Sign up is essential: https://buff.ly/6iEW1dj

Reading Families Forum SEND Peer Support Sessions and workshops for parent carers Building on the success of the PINS project, Reading Families' Forum will offer online peer support sessions and in-person workshops for SEND parent carers across each cluster area during the next academic year. These sessions will give parents and carers the opportunity to meet one another and memb...

Palmer Park Leisure Centre & Stadium in Reading offers weekly inclusive cycling sessions on Wednesday mornings from 11am to noon.
They take place at the centre's velodrome and are led by qualified instructors. A range of adapted bikes is available to suit a wide range of abilities and people with different needs.
The sessions are open to anyone aged 4+. Please note that a parent or carer must attend the session.
Places cost £5.25 per person who is cycling.
- Click the link for more details and booking information https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/reading/palmer-park/cycling-palmer-park
If you have any questions, email [email protected]

Our SEND team will be hosting coffee mornings to explore transitions between education settings for children with SEND.
These sessions will help you support your child through this period of change.

⭐️ Monday 29 June (primary to secondary)
⭐️ Monday 6 July (nursery to primary)

No need to book, just turn up! See the poster for details.

For more information and to book, email:
[email protected] Include your name, home address, child’s DoB and tell IASS if your child has an EHCP or not

Further information on IASS training, dates and times can be found here https://servicesguide.reading.gov.uk/kb5/reading/directory/service.page?id=8vRA4Ihp_Ks

This week marks Infant Mental Health Awareness Week. 💙

Becoming a parent is a steep learning curve. There is so much you have to remember and plenty of moments where you wonder if you are doing it right. You are not alone in feeling that way.

Help is at hand.

Togetherness is a free online programme that promotes emotional wellbeing and positive family relationships, helping give infants the best start in life. You will find ideas, tips and guidance to strengthen your parent-child relationship and reduce stress.

Sign up for a free account at https://rdguk.info/sbReo using the access code: BWFAMILIES 👇

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Join us for rhymetimes with the Mayor as the new Reading Central library NEXT WEEK on Thursday 18th June. We have sessions at 10.15am and 11.15am.
Reading Central library, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, RG1 2LU.

Reading SEND Local Offer team will be at the next Me2 Special United Reading SEND Youth Forum on Wednesday 17th June (see flyer) Me2 Club
Come along and find out more about the SEND Local Offer, give us feedback on how we can improve the information and access to the SEND Local Offer.