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Parents

If your child is attending a DE funded playgroup or nursery school in Northern Ireland you will probably have heard of the Getting Ready to Learn programme and participated through stay and plays, information sessions, pyjama parties and received book bags and home lending packs. Some of you may know the programme through Big Bedtime Read, our most popular theme.

As parents, you are your child’s first and most important educator. Playing, reading and talking to your child will greatly increase your child’s language skills and how well they do at school. The earlier we begin these activities with our children the better the results and the longer they will last.

This section of our website is updated regularly with ideas and suggestions to support the development of the preschool child. Please feel free to download, use and share these resources with friends and family.

If your child is attending a nursery or preschool that delivers the Getting Ready to Learn Programme you will be able to access more resources, ideas and activities through our dedicated parent area. To create an account please contact your child’s preschool who will provide you with an invite code and instructions noted in the setting tab area. Once you have an invite code please click here to create your account.

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World Book Night


"World Book Night is the annual celebration of books and reading on 23 April that bri....

22 Apr 2021

LET'S READ

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Department of Education: Public Consultation - Pre-School Admissions Criteria

 
The Department of Education has publishe....

19 Apr 2021

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Action For Happiness - Active April & Family Activity Calendar

These Action Calendars have actions to help families look after their wellbeing together in challenging times.

LET'S BE CONTENT

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World Autism Awareness Week

"This year’s World Autism Awareness Week (29 March – 4 April) feels more important than ever. It’s an op....

29 Mar 2021

LET'S GROW

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Easter Fun - Play Matters

As the days start to lengthen and ‘spring is in the air’ make the most of the outdoor environment and try to get out....

26 Mar 2021

LET'S PLAY

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Down's Syndrome Association


 
 
 
Down’s Syndrome Association is a national organisation, committed to improving t....

10 Mar 2021

LET'S GROW

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Exploring ASD with the Northern Trust

A selection of podcasts on autism for parents, carers and young people, provided by the Paediatric ASD Service of the No....

26 Feb 2021

LET'S GROW

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FREE Online Courses for NI Parents!


 

26 Feb 2021

LET'S GROW

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'Get Sensory' Packs - Apply Now

“Caudwell Children is excited to announce the lau....

12 Feb 2021

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8 Ways To Help Children Struggling During Lockdown

This week (1-7th February 2021)  is Children's Mental Health Week  This past year has been incredi....

04 Feb 2021

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