Friars Centre Playgroup

⭐️Are you a qualified Level 2/3 Nursery Practitioner or know someone who is?⭐️

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and creative person to work in our pre-school room. We have a part time position Monday - Friday 8.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. all your round and a full time position, 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8.30 a.m- 4.00 p.m. all year round ( we would consider term time only)

Friars Centre Playgroup is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children. Applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and register on the update service if not already using the update service.

If this role captures and sparks an interest we would love to hear from you. Please email us for an application form at [email protected] or alternatively a paper copy can be collected in person.

We look forward to hearing for you.

Why Join Us: We can offer you:

- A friendly, supportive environment

- Excellent opportunities for professional development

- Employee Assistance Programme (24 hour confidential helpline)

- Free parking

- Discounted childcare including holiday club discounts for siblings up to the age of 7 years.

- An extra annual days leave for Christmas shopping

- Employee of the term

- If working all year flexible hours over the school holidays.

Contact Details: Stacey Rawnsley & Lauren Marden

Email Address: [email protected]

Phone Number: 01702 292516

Looking for something to do Sunday? Visit Xenafest at Shoebury High School. Lots of lovely stalls and something for everyone.

Supporting local businesses 😀

We have a few more items for sale to raise some pennies for the setting. Prices are listed under each photograph.

Collection from Friars Centre Playgroup . 😊

We have a small selection of items for sale to raise some pennies for the setting. Prices are listed under each photograph.

Collection from Friars Centre Playgroup. 😊

We are busy planning our first Sip and Paint class 🥂🎨 which will be held at Friars Centre Playgroup (8 Centurion Close SS3 9UT)

This will be held on Sunday 25th October at 3.00 p.m. where you will paint three ceramic baubles.

The price is £30.00 per person. Please bring your own drinks and nibbles.

All equipment will be provided and the artist will guide you through patterns or you can paint your own design.

If you fancy joining us for a couple of hours of you time. Either on your own or bring a friend along, the more the merrier! Everyone is welcome. Please email [email protected]

Payment will secure your place. 😊

We look forward to seeing you and creating something special for your tree!

Thank you to everyone who supports us. This means a lot to us and makes such a difference when we are purchasing resources for our little ones.

It's so simple to register, once registered please find Friars Centre Playgroup to support our cause. It doesn't cost anything but please remember to put your reminders on when shopping as this will pop up.

Happy shopping and thank you for your support. 😀

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❗We need your help❗

We are looking for donations for our nursery fundraising. If you have any of these items at home that are no longer needed, we would be incredibly grateful for your donations

🧸 Teddies
🍫 Chocolates dated until 2027
🍾 Unopened Bottles of wine/drink
🎈 Children’s party bag fillers
🎁 Unused gift sets
💝 Homeware gifts
🧧 Any small/large companies who would like to donate a voucher towards our raffle (we would happily advertise your company)
✨ Other suitable items that could be used for fundraising

Thank you so much for supporting our nursery and helping us raise funds for the children.

We would be so thankful 😍

We know how expensive the summer holidays can be, especially when you’re keeping the children entertained!

So we thought we’d share this great Kids Eat Free offer from Holiday Inn

Every little saving helps, so take a look at the offer below

Kids eat FREE this summer ☀️

We are absolutely delighted to share the outcome of our recent Ofsted inspection!

You can view our report here https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2812159

Reading the report made us incredibly proud. It celebrates what we see every day, children who are happy, confident and excited to learn.

The inspector recognised that our children:
-“Achieve remarkably well across all areas of learning.”
-Develop “prominent communication skills” and a genuine love of learning.
-Build resilience, confidence and emotional security.
-Thrive in an inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential.

We are especially proud that Inclusion was recognised as a significant strength, reflecting our commitment to ensuring every child and family feels welcomed, supported and valued. The report also highlights our dedicated team, our ambitious curriculum, our focus on communication and emotional wellbeing, and the strong partnerships we build with families and our wider community.

This achievement belongs to our amazing children, our wonderful families, and our passionate staff team. Thank you for your continued trust, encouragement and support. You are all part of what makes Friars Centre Playgroup such a special place.

We couldn’t be prouder of what we’ve achieved together, and we’re excited to continue giving every child the very best start to their learning journey.

Due to the current hosepipe ban, we have had to make a change to Thursdays planned activity.

Unfortunately, our Splash Party can no longer go ahead on Thursday. However, Thursdays holiday club will continue as normal, and we have lots of exciting alternative activities planned to keep everyone entertained throughout the day.

Thank you for your understanding