Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Vacancy for a Nursery Nurse in CIC

  Wed 19 Apr 2023

  We are looking for a Nursery Nurse in our CIC Nursery.

  

• CIC Nursery Closed

  Wed 19 Apr 2023

  Unfortunately our childcare nursery will be closed tomorrow for all 2 year funded children due to staff illness. We are very sorry for the inconvenience. Thank you for your support. 

• OFSTED Inspection - CIC

  Thu 13 Apr 2023

  Dear Parents and Carers,

  We are writing to inform you that tomorrow (14.04.23) OFSTED will be inspecting the CIC Nursery.

   

  If you would like to come and meet with the inspector, please come to Nursery at 9.00 am.

   

  Kind Regards

  Jayne Allton

  Head Teacher

• Nursery Closed

  Fri 10 Mar 2023

  Unfortunately due to the snow Nursery will be closed today. Please stay home and stay safe. 

   

  Toddler group is also cancelled today. 

• Children In Need

  Fri 09 Dec 2022

  Thank you for all your support for Children In Need - We raised a fantastic £75!

  

• Pinxton Christmas Light Switch On

  Thu 01 Dec 2022

  It's Pinxton Parish Council's Big Christmas Light Switch on this Saturday 3rd December at the Village Hall. 

   

  There will be a Christmas Fair event from 1pm until 6pm with the big switch on at 5.30pm. 

   

  There will be rides, food and treats, and this is a FREE event. 

  

• Christmas Card Online Ordering

  Thu 01 Dec 2022

  Our Online Order Portal is now open on www.mychildsart.co.uk/order

   

  If you order before 11.59pm on Tuesday 13th December and enter the code Pinxton you will receive 10% off of your order, and Nursery will receive 20% commission on all product sales. So Hurry and get your Christmas Cards and gifts ordered and help us to raise money for Nursery too!

   

  Thank you

   

   

  

• Flu Vaccine - Information for Parents and Carers

  Fri 04 Nov 2022

  lu vaccines to help keep you and your family well this winter

  Information for parents and carers

  Having a flu vaccine if you are eligible and able to have it, is an important way to help protect yourself, your family and those you have contact with from flu infection. It is expected there will be high levels of flu germs circulating this year so, it is particularly important to take up the offer of a vaccine. This will help reduce the risk of illness within your family.

  GP’s will again be inviting all 2- and 3-year-old children to have a flu vaccination. This vaccination, like all other routine childhood vaccinations is free, so you do not need to pay.

   

   

  Information for Pregnant women

  For any parents/carers that are pregnant, please look at https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/vaccinations/

  Vaccines are available to help to protect both mother and baby. Complications from infection are more likely in pregnancy, as those who are pregnant are not able to fight off infection easily.

  

• Extreme Wheels Roadshow

  Wed 12 Oct 2022

  Extreme Wheels Roadshow - October Half Term

  

• Keeping children safe in extreme heat

  Thu 14 Jul 2022

  Predicted Extreme Heat Weather Warnings

  Children's susceptibility to high temperatures varies; those under 4 years of age, who are overweight, or who are taking certain medication may be at increased risk of adverse effects. 

  The government guidance on looking after young children during a heatwave includes the use of ventilation, keeping children hydrated, and avoiding vigorous physical activity, encouraging children to wear loose, light coloured clothing and sunhats with wide brims, to use sunscreen, and providing them with plenty of water. 

  Children cannot control their body temperature as efficiently as adults during hot weather because they do not sweat as much and so can be at risk of ill-health from heat. Heat-related illness can range from mild heat stress to potentially life-threatening heatstroke. The main risk from heat is dehydration (not having enough water in the body). If sensible precautions are taken children are unlikely to be adversely affected by hot conditions, however all child carers should look out for signs of heat stress, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

  Heat stress

  Children suffering from heat stress may seem out of character or show signs of discomfort and irritability (including those listed below for heat exhaustion). These signs will worsen with physical activity and if left untreated can lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke.

  Heat exhaustion

  Symptoms of heat exhaustion vary but include one or more of the following:

  • tiredness
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • hot, red and dry skin
  • confusion

   

  Heatstroke

  When the body is exposed to very high temperatures, the mechanism that controls body temperature may stop working. Heatstroke can develop if heat stress or heat exhaustion is left untreated, but it can also occur suddenly and without warning.

  Symptoms of heatstroke may include:

  • high body temperature – a temperature of or above 40°C (104°F) is a major sign of heatstroke
  • red, hot skin and sweating that then suddenly stops
  • fast heartbeat
  • fast shallow breathing
  • confusion/lack of co-ordination
  • fits
  • loss of consciousness

   

  Actions to protect children suffering from heat illness

  The following steps to reduce body temperature should be taken immediately:

  1. Move the child to as cool a room as possible and encourage them to drink cool water (such as water from a cold tap).

   

  1. Cool the child as rapidly as possible, using whatever methods you can. For example, sponge or spray the child with cool (25 to 30°C) water – if available, place cold packs around the neck and armpits, or wrap the child in a cool, wet sheet and assist cooling with a fan.

   

  1. Dial 999 to request an ambulance if the person doesn’t respond to the above treatment within 30 minutes.

  If a child loses consciousness, or has a fit, place the child in the recovery position, call 999 immediately and follow the steps above until medical assistance arrives.

   

   

   

   

  Protecting children outdoors

  During periods of high temperature, the following steps should be taken:

  • children should not take part in vigorous physical activity on very hot days, such as when temperatures are in excess of 30°C
  • encourage children playing outdoors to stay in the shade as much as possible
  • children should wear loose, light-coloured clothing to help keep cool and sunhats with wide brims to avoid sunburn
  • use sunscreen (at least factor 15 with UVA protection) to protect skin if children are playing or taking lessons outdoors for more than 20 minutes
  • provide children with plenty of water (such as water from a cold tap) and encourage them to drink more than usual when conditions are hot

   

  Protecting children indoors

  During periods of high temperature, the following steps should be taken:

  • open windows as early as possible in the morning, or preferably
  • overnight to allow stored heat to escape from the building
  • almost close windows when the outdoor air becomes warmer than the air indoors – this should help keep the heat out while allowing adequate ventilation
  • use outdoor sun awnings if available, or close indoor blinds or curtains, but do not let them block window ventilation
  • keep the use of electric lighting to a minimum
  • switch off all electrical equipment, including computers, monitors and printers when not in use – equipment should not be left in ‘standby mode’ as this generates heat
  • oscillating mechanical fans can be used to increase air movement if temperatures are below 35°C – at temperatures above 35°C fans may not prevent heat-related illness and may worsen dehydration
  • if necessary, consider rearranging school start, finish, and play times to avoid teaching during very hot conditions
  • encourage children to eat normally and drink plenty of cool water