We would like to invite you to an exciting, informative and free event that is being held on Wednesday the 24th of February 2016 in Melrose.
Play is central to all aspects of children and young people’s wellbeing and development – physical, cognitive and social. Investment in high quality play can deliver significant returns to individuals, families and wider communities however, with limited resources, we need to invest smarter and ensure our planning for play delivers results for all children.
This seminar, one of 6 events being held in various locations (other locations listed below), will include presentations and discussions on:
- The national Play Strategy and what has been achieved so far
- How play contributes to achieving local and national outcomes & priorities
- The opportunities presented by play as a new Key Change area for the Early Years Collaborative
- New tools available that will support and enhance provision, or encourage development of new services
Who should attend?
This event will be of interest to local policy makers, service commissioners and third sector services whose work impacts on children and young people (including older children) – this includes colleagues from planning/architecture, housing, health, education, parks/land use, transport, youth work, playwork and early years. It is likely to be of interest to those involved in the Collaborative locally (Early Years or Raising Attainment) and those new to play.
The National Play Strategy has an ambition for children and young people across all ages and stages and the Action Plan setting out what actions we need to take collectively can be found here: http://www.gov.scot/Publications/2013/10/9424
To book on the event, use this link http://driving-change-through-play-melrose.eventbrite.co.uk
We would like to invite you to an exciting, informative and free event that is being held on Wednesday the 24th of February 2016 in Melrose.
Play is central to all aspects of children and young people’s wellbeing and development – physical, cognitive and social. Investment in high quality play can deliver significant returns to individuals, families and wider communities however, with limited resources, we need to invest smarter and ensure our planning for play delivers results for all children.
This seminar, one of 6 events being held in various locations (other locations listed below), will include presentations and discussions on:
- The national Play Strategy and what has been achieved so far
- How play contributes to achieving local and national outcomes & priorities
- The opportunities presented by play as a new Key Change area for the Early Years Collaborative
- New tools available that will support and enhance provision, or encourage development of new services
Who should attend?
This event will be of interest to local policy makers, service commissioners and third sector services whose work impacts on children and young people (including older children) – this includes colleagues from planning/architecture, housing, health, education, parks/land use, transport, youth work, playwork and early years. It is likely to be of interest to those involved in the Collaborative locally (Early Years or Raising Attainment) and those new to play.
The National Play Strategy has an ambition for children and young people across all ages and stages and the Action Plan setting out what actions we need to take collectively can be found here: http://www.gov.scot/Publications/2013/10/9424
To book on the event, use this link http://driving-change-through-play-melrose.eventbrite.co.uk
Scottish Book Trust would like to know what professionals think about the Bookbug programme. To do this we would like to invite you to complete an online survey. The Bookbug programme is currently being evaluated by researchers from the Centre for Research on Families and Relationships, based at the University of Edinburgh. The evaluation is investigating what difference Bookbug makes to parents, children and early years professionals. As part of this evaluation we have developed an online survey for professionals whose work supports the delivery of Bookbug bags or Bookbug sessions. The survey will give us an overview of professionals’ views and experiences of the Bookbug Programme. In addition, findings from the survey will be used to help identify areas for further exploration in four case study areas for evaluation in 2016. The survey will take between 20–25 minutes to complete, depending on the level of detail that you provide. We are keen to hear your views but aware that your time is precious; please do not feel obliged to complete all of the boxes provided for additional comments. One lucky participant chosen at random will receive a bundle of books worth £100 to say thank-you for their time. We would also be grateful if you could send this link on to colleagues in your organisation and/or locality who have contact with Bookbug. The closing date for the survey is Friday 27th November 2015.
Please click here to complete the Bookbug Practitioners Survey
Scottish Book Trust would like to know what professionals think about the Bookbug programme. To do this we would like to invite you to complete an online survey. The Bookbug programme is currently being evaluated by researchers from the Centre for Research on Families and Relationships, based at the University of Edinburgh. The evaluation is investigating what difference Bookbug makes to parents, children and early years professionals. As part of this evaluation we have developed an online survey for professionals whose work supports the delivery of Bookbug bags or Bookbug sessions. The survey will give us an overview of professionals’ views and experiences of the Bookbug Programme. In addition, findings from the survey will be used to help identify areas for further exploration in four case study areas for evaluation in 2016. The survey will take between 20–25 minutes to complete, depending on the level of detail that you provide. We are keen to hear your views but aware that your time is precious; please do not feel obliged to complete all of the boxes provided for additional comments. One lucky participant chosen at random will receive a bundle of books worth £100 to say thank-you for their time. We would also be grateful if you could send this link on to colleagues in your organisation and/or locality who have contact with Bookbug. The closing date for the survey is Friday 27th November 2015.
Please click here to complete the Bookbug Practitioners Survey
First Step has a long and proud history of volunteering. We are building on this by holding a Recruitment Fair for you to come along and find out more about the opportunities available.
We have positions on various Sub Groups available where you could find out more about our Fundraising work, help to plan the groups and classes we offer to parents, take an active role in shaping our Early Years provision or help spread the word about First Step. We also have other opportunities available throughout the project.
We’d love for you to come and share your skills with us, to help us continue to grow and develop. We also want to help you identify and build on those skills you might not be aware you have! You will be offered ongoing support and access to training to help your own development whilst providing vital support to your project.
Come along on FRIDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER between 9.30 and 12.30 to find out more, chat to our Volunteer Coordinator and hear from parents who have been volunteering for First Step for some time.
No need to book, just pop in – and spread the word!
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First Step has a long and proud history of volunteering. We are building on this by holding a Recruitment Fair for you to come along and find out more about the opportunities available.
We have positions on various Sub Groups available where you could find out more about our Fundraising work, help to plan the groups and classes we offer to parents, take an active role in shaping our Early Years provision or help spread the word about First Step. We also have other opportunities available throughout the project.
We’d love for you to come and share your skills with us, to help us continue to grow and develop. We also want to help you identify and build on those skills you might not be aware you have! You will be offered ongoing support and access to training to help your own development whilst providing vital support to your project.
Come along on FRIDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER between 9.30 and 12.30 to find out more, chat to our Volunteer Coordinator and hear from parents who have been volunteering for First Step for some time.
No need to book, just pop in – and spread the word!
More Information
How safe is your child online?
Parents/Carers E-Safety Information Session
Tuesday 29th September, 6.30pm until 8.30pm. Saltire Room, John Muir House, Haddington.
All parents invited.
How safe is your child online?
Parents/Carers E-Safety Information Session
Tuesday 29th September, 6.30pm until 8.30pm. Saltire Room, John Muir House, Haddington.
All parents invited.
Are you bright, enthusiastic and ready to help change people’s lives for the better? WAEML provides information, support and/or refuge to women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse.
If you can commit to upholding the rights of women, children and young people, this job may be for you.
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Dispatches from The Early Years Collaborative:
Improving outcomes for low income pregnant women and children – an update’
Speaker: Dr Graham Mackenzie
Date : Wednesday 7th of October 2015
Time: 13:00 – 14:30 (12:30 coffee; seminar starts 13:00 prompt)
Venue: Business Centre, City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh www.edinburgh.gov.uk/citychambers
The Early Years Collaborative was launched in October 2012 with the ambition
“To make Scotland the best place in the world to grow up, by improving outcomes, and reducing inequalities, for all babies, mothers, fathers and families across Scotland to ensure that all children have the best start in life and are ready to succeed.”
Since The Early Years Collaborative started it has developed over time and grown to look at many areas that are relevant for pre-birth to one year, one year to three years, three to five years, and five to eight years of age. This includes: income maximisation, attachment and child development, developing parental skills, etc.
Within Edinburgh, Dr Graham Mackenzie (Public Health Consultant) has been part of a multidisciplinary approach to improve outcomes of low income pregnant women and children and will update the audience on this interesting area of work.
To book a place at this seminar, please follow the link below:
www.nhslothianhpstraining.com/TrainingProgrammes.aspx?ProviderId=8
For further information please contact:
Karen Marchant, Health Promotion Service
Telephone: 0131 537 9389
Email: karen.marchant@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Dispatches from The Early Years Collaborative:
Improving outcomes for low income pregnant women and children – an update’
Speaker: Dr Graham Mackenzie
Date : Wednesday 7th of October 2015
Time: 13:00 – 14:30 (12:30 coffee; seminar starts 13:00 prompt)
Venue: Business Centre, City Chambers, High Street, Edinburgh www.edinburgh.gov.uk/citychambers
The Early Years Collaborative was launched in October 2012 with the ambition
“To make Scotland the best place in the world to grow up, by improving outcomes, and reducing inequalities, for all babies, mothers, fathers and families across Scotland to ensure that all children have the best start in life and are ready to succeed.”
Since The Early Years Collaborative started it has developed over time and grown to look at many areas that are relevant for pre-birth to one year, one year to three years, three to five years, and five to eight years of age. This includes: income maximisation, attachment and child development, developing parental skills, etc.
Within Edinburgh, Dr Graham Mackenzie (Public Health Consultant) has been part of a multidisciplinary approach to improve outcomes of low income pregnant women and children and will update the audience on this interesting area of work.
To book a place at this seminar, please follow the link below:
www.nhslothianhpstraining.com/TrainingProgrammes.aspx?ProviderId=8
For further information please contact:
Karen Marchant, Health Promotion Service
Telephone: 0131 537 9389
Email: karen.marchant@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Health Inequalities Seminars 2015 – 2016
There are a few spaces available on the NHS Lothian Health Promotion Service’s : Providing healthy snacks and meals in childcare settings on Thursday 3rd September.
The course is aimed at anyone working in early years, specifically those with a responsibility for food provision.
It provides and overview of the Setting the Table nutritional guidance and food standards, along with practical guidance on menu planning and implementing a food policy.
For more information or to apply for a place, please visit: http://www.nhslothianhpstraining.com/TrainingProgrammes.aspx?ProviderId=5
The NHS Lothian Health Promotion Service Annual Report 2014-15 is now available on-line here. Please forward this email to those you feel it may be of interest to. Thank you.
Feedback on this report would be welcomed. Please e-mail HPinformation@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Key points
- The Lothian under 16 pregnancy rate in 2013 was 5.3 per 1,000 population, a 4.7% decrease from the rate of 5.5 reported in 2012. The Scottish rate is 4.7.
- The Lothian under 16 pregnancy rate is equivalent to 67 teenage pregnancies, of which 46 were abortions and 21 were deliveries (a ratio of 2.2 abortions per delivery). This compares to 71 pregnancies in 2012, comprising 44 abortions and 27 deliveries (a ratio of 1.6 abortions per delivery).
- In the CHP’s for under 16’s only East Lothian showed an increase of 4.5% to 6.2 per 1,000, Edinburgh was 5.7 per 1,000 (down 9.7%), Midlothian 5.5 per 1,000 (down 27.3%) and West Lothian 4.7 per 1000 (down 13.7%).
(NB CHP/LA data is based upon 3 year rolling averages due to small numbers which can generate dramatic fluctuations)
- The under 18’s rate has increased 6.8% on the 2012 rate to 28.7 per 1,000. This is above the Scottish average for under 18’s of 24.5 per 1,000.
- The number of under 18 pregnancies in Lothian was 377 (194 abortions, 183 deliveries).
For under 18’s again only East Lothian showed an increase of 3.6% to 33.3 per 1,000, Edinburgh was 29.7 per 1,000 (down 11.2%), Midlothian was 35.8 per 1,000 (down 5.2%) and West Lothian 24.5 per 1,000 (down 6.2%).
(NB CHP/LA data is based upon 3 year rolling averages due to small numbers which can generate dramatic fluctuations)
- The under 20’s rate remained the same at 38.9 per 1,000 after decreasing year on year since 2007, this is slightly higher than the national average 37.7 per 1,000.
- There were 966 pregnancies (457 abortions, 509 deliveries) for women under 20 years of age.
- For under 20’s both East Lothian (46.8 per 1,000 (21.2%)) and Midlothian (59.8 per 1,000 (11.5%)) showed an increase whereas both Edinburgh (35.7 per 1,000 (5.4%)) and West Lothian (36.9 per 1,000 (5.9%)) decreased from the previous year.
https://isdscotland.scot.nhs.uk/Health-Topics/Sexual-Health/Publications/2015-07-07/2015-07-07-TeenPreg-Report.pdf?96293276549
