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First Class Nursery Newsletter
Nursery Rhymes Newsletter
Dear Parents and Carers,
We hope you all had a lovely half-term break and are ready for another exciting few weeks of learning, fun, and celebration! The children have settled beautifully into their routines, and it’s been wonderful to see their confidence and independence growing every day.
📲 Famly App – Update 
We are pleased to share that our transition from ParentZone to Famly has been a great success!
Thank you to all parents for engaging so positively with the new system.
You can now view:
- Daily updates, meals, and sleep routines
- Accidents, medication, and care forms
- Sign your child in and out
- Contact your child’s room, where senior staff or management will relay and respond to your message
Famly has made communication smoother, and we’re delighted to see parents checking in regularly to see what their children have been learning and enjoying each day.
New Policy: Emergency Paracetamol
From Monday 3rd November, the nursery will hold its own supply of liquid paracetamol for emergency use only.
This will be treated in the same way as prescription medication, with the nursery providing one specific type of medication that may be administered in certain circumstances – for example, if a child develops a high temperature or becomes unwell while in our care.
We will always attempt to contact parents first. If we are unable to reach you and your child’s condition meets the criteria set out in the consent form, medication may be administered as agreed.
Consent forms will be sent out via Famly, and we ask all parents to complete these promptly to ensure we can respond quickly in case of illness.
The consent form will clearly state:
- The dose to be given
- The circumstances in which it may be given (e.g. temperature increase)
- The specific brand name or type of non-prescription medication used
- A signed statement giving permission for administration in an emergency
An emergency nursery supply of fever relief (e.g. Asda Paracetamol) will be stored safely on site and checked regularly by trained first aiders to ensure it is in date and stored correctly.
If a child shows symptoms for which consent has been given, parents will be contacted to provide verbal consent over the phone, and the form will also be completed on the Famly app for our records.
Term Dates, Holidays & Funding
Please take note of the following important dates for your calendar:
Term Dates
- Autumn Term 2: Monday 3rd November – Wednesday 24th December
- Christmas Holidays: Thursday 25th December – Sunday 4th January
🎉 Upcoming Events
- Children in Need Day – Friday 14th November
Wear something spotty or yellow to help raise money for this great cause. - Christmas Dinner & Christmas Jumper Day – Thursday 11th December
Wear your festive jumper and enjoy a traditional Christmas dinner with friends! - Christmas Party Day – Wednesday 17th December
A fun-filled day of games, music, and festive activities for everyone!
🎄 Important – Christmas Eve (Wednesday 24th December)
- The nursery will close at 4:00pm on Christmas Eve.
- If there are not many children attending, we may close earlier.
👉 Please let the management team know whether your child will be attending nursery on this day, so we can plan staffing and activities appropriately.
💡 Funding-Only Children
- For children attending funded sessions only, the nursery will be closed from Monday 22nd December 2025 to Friday 2nd January 2026.
The nursery reopens for all children on Monday 5th January 2026.
🌟 This Half Term’s Focus
Our learning theme this term is “Celebrations, Light & Kindness” — exploring the many ways we show care, give thanks, and celebrate together during this special time of year.
We will be learning about:
- Remembrance Day
- Winter & Seasonal Changes
- Hanukkah
- Christmas Around the World
- Friendship & Giving
💛 Core Values
This term we will continue to focus on our values:
- Kindness & Respect – Caring for others, sharing, and helping
- Curiosity – Asking questions and exploring new ideas
- Belonging – Celebrating our diverse nursery community
- Responsibility – Looking after our environment and each other
🌍 Out and About in Our Community
At First Class, we believe that learning extends far beyond the nursery walls. This term, we’ve been getting out and about in our local community more often.
Children have had opportunities to:
• Go on local walks to explore nearby parks, shops, and places of interest
• Take part in community-based learning, such as posting letters, visiting the library, or observing local transport
• Engage in seasonal outings to learn about the world around them and build confidence in new environments
We’ve also started linking with local businesses and community groups to help children understand the importance of belonging, kindness, and connection.
Further details and permission forms will continue to be shared on Famly ahead of each outing.
Weekly Themes
Throughout this half term, we’ll be exploring a range of exciting seasonal and meaningful themes. Each week, children will learn new vocabulary, take part in themed activities, and build on their understanding of the world around them.
Coming Up:
- Bonfire Night – Firework safety, light and colour play, and creative mark-making
- Remembrance & Peace – Poppy crafts, kindness, and stories about friendship and respect
- Helping Hands – Talking about helping others, caring for our environment, and teamwork
- Winter Is Coming – Exploring changes in weather, warm clothing, and hibernating animals
- Winter Celebrations – Learning about different cultural festivals around the world
- Sparkle & Snow – Sensory play, winter art, and exploring light and texture
- End of Term Fun – Party week, festive crafts, and celebrating our achievements together
📚 Books We’ll Be Reading
- Can’t You Sleep, Little Bear? by Martin Waddell
- Kind by Axel Scheffler
- The Jolly Christmas Postman by Allan Ahlberg
- Tree: Seasons Come, Seasons Go by Patricia Hegarty
👨👩👧 Family Learning Events
We would love for you to join us for our upcoming Family Learning sessions this term.
These events are a wonderful opportunity to join in your child’s learning, celebrate together, and spend special time as a family.
📅 The specific dates for each room are listed below.
📌 Exact times for each session will be confirmed closer to the date.
🍂 Autumn Nature Walk
Children will explore the outdoors, observe seasonal changes, and collect natural items such as leaves, pinecones, and conkers to discuss back at nursery.
Pre-school: Tuesday 4th November
🌹 Remembrance Day
A gentle, reflective session to teach children about kindness, respect, and remembrance through stories and simple activities.
- Babies Room: Tuesday 11th November
- Bumblebees: Monday 10th November
- Pre-school: Thursday 13th November
♻️ Litter Picking & Environmental Awareness
Children will learn how to care for their environment by collecting litter and talking about recycling and sustainability.
- Babies Room: Tuesday 25th November
- Bumblebees: Monday 24th November
- Pre-school: Monday 24th November
🔬 Science Experiments
Hands-on experiments designed to spark curiosity and teach children about simple scientific concepts, observation, and exploration.
- Babies Room: Tuesday 18th November
- Bumblebees: Monday 17th November
- Pre-school: Friday 21st November
🎄 Christmas Decorations
Get creative with festive crafts! Children will make decorations and tablecloths to celebrate the holiday season and take their creations home.
- Babies Room: Tuesday 9th December
- Bumblebees: Monday 8th December
- Pre-school: Thursday 11th December
🏡 Home Learning for All Rooms
We encourage families to join in with these simple, fun activities at home to support learning and development:
- November – Helping Hands 🏡
Encourage your child to think of ways they can help at home—tidying up, helping in the kitchen, or caring for others. Share their ideas, photos, or drawings with us. - December – Salt Dough Decorations 🎄⭐
We will send out the salt dough recipe on Monday 24th November. Please make your festive creations at home and return them to nursery by Friday 5th December. These will be proudly displayed on the Christmas tree for everyone to enjoy.
Parent Notices & Reminders
✔ Running Late? Call ahead to avoid late collection fees (£10 for the first 15 minutes, then £1 per minute).
✔ Breakfast Deadline: Breakfast is served until 8:15 AM only.
✔ No Toys from Home: To prevent loss or distraction, children should not bring personal toys.
✔ Sickness: Please ring the nursery on each day your child is unwell to inform us.
Funding & Childcare Updates
- 30 Hours Funding Deadline: Apply by 31st December 2025 if your child turns 3 before this date.
- 15 Hours Funding: If your child is aged 2 or 3, they may be eligible for 15 hours of funded childcare per week. Please check your eligibility and apply as soon as possible to secure a place.
- Funding for Babies: Some families may be eligible for funded childcare for babies under 2 years old, depending on their circumstances. Please speak to our team for more information on how to apply.
- More Info: Visit www.childcarechoices.gov.uk for eligibility details.
Contact Information
📍 First Class Childcare Huddersfield
📞 01484 950746
📧 firstclasshuddersfield@gmail.com
📍 Address: 16a Portland Street, HD1 5PB
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Thank you for being part of the First Class family! We appreciate your support and look forward to another fantastic half term of learning and fun! 🎉
