Playmorning 

Tuesdays 10am to 12pm – 0 to 5 years old

Playmorning begins on Tuesday 5 Feb 2019

Welcome Northmead Anglican Playmorning

Playmorning is a playgroup for kids & their carers. Playmorning is a place where we gather to learn through stories, music, craft and of course, play! Playmorning is a community in which we enjoy time with our kids and connect with other ‘grown ups’. Mums, Dads, grandparents and carers are all welcome with their kids aged 0-5.

Where: Northmead Anglican Church – 6 Thomas St, Northmead

Cost: $2 per family each week

This money can be put in the money tin on the table near the entrance.

This money is used for resources, toys, tea/coffee, milk, etc. 

Who is Northmead Anglican Playmorning?

Playmorning is run by volunteers from Northmead Anglican Church. We are all committed and passionate Christians. We volunteer because our love for Jesus calls us share the good new about Jesus Christ, love our community and care for those in it. In Circle Time, we often share a Bible story and sing songs about God and his son Jesus. We love to talk about Jesus and share the amazing things he has done, especially as we celebrate Easter and Christmas. Anybody, regardless of religious belief, is welcome at Playmorning.

For more information please call the church office 9630 1234

The Playmorning Team for 2019

What does a typical Tuesday look like?

10am – Welcome

Doors open at 10am- it’s time to sign in, collect your name tags and head into the back hall, where the kids start off with instrument play.  There’s time to say hello, grab a cuppa and settle in before Circle Time.

10.10am – Circle Time

Circle Time is led by a member of the Playmorning Team and begins each week with our ‘Hello Song’.  We ask that  carers participate with their kids, and model good listening as we sing, dance and listen to stories.  This time will include some songs about God and often a story from the Bible.  Circle Time is also when we make announcements.

10.35am – Free Play

Play areas are set up both inside and outside. Carers are responsible for the supervision of their kids at all times. This relaxed free play time provides opportunities for carers to not only play with their children but also to connect with other adults while enjoying a cuppa and some morning tea. 

Our air conditioned INSIDE SPACE has couches for mums & bubs, a quiet baby corner, a reading nook, as well as a home/kitchen area, blocks, cars, dolls and dress-ups among other things. 

Our OUTSIDE SPACE includes a large grassy backyard with a sandpit, swings, lots of tricycles, small climbing frames, balls and other activities, a large picnic rug and water play table in the warm weather. A beautiful tree provides some great shade during the hotter months and we provide a shade cover over the craft tables while the UV high.

A CRAFT or art activity will also be set up outside almost every week.

While light MORNING TEA is provided for the adults, you will need to bring food for your kids (no nut products please).  If you are able, we encourage carers to sign up for the Morning Tea roster to help provide some extra morning tea once a term.  Eating tables and chairs are set up for the kids outside on the back deck.

11.50am – Pack Away Time

When the ‘Pack Away’ song plays, we would love your help to pack up! While the adults are packing away, the children can enjoy parachute games in the backyard. The games will be run by a Playmorning Team member or Helper but we ask that a couple of carers stay with the kids to help out. The games will end by midday, concluding with our Goodbye Song.  But if you need to leave early, we understand!

Health, Hygiene and Safety

Please keep unwell children at home. If a child has been vomiting or had diarrhoea in the last 48 hours, please keep them at home. To keep everyone healthy, it is important to follow good hygiene practises whilst at Playmorning. For example, hand washing, putting ‘mouthed toys’ in the mouthed toys bucket and notifying us of anything that needs cleaning. Please also notify us if your child has been unwell with a contagious illness and attended Playmorning during the contagious period. This is so we can alert others if needed. Of course, we will ensure your privacy in doing so. Just remember, we are all parents too so completely understand that sometimes, no matter how careful we are, sickness happens. Lets just all try to do our best to look after each other!

Peanuts and Other Nut Products…

For the safety of the children at Playmorning who have allergies, we ask that you do not bring any foods that contain peanuts or other nut products.

Communication

Welcome Table: As you arrive check the welcome table for messages and news. This is also where you collect your name badge and pop your money in our Dora tin.

Newsletters: Each term we email out a newsletter which contains key dates and information. There will also be a hard copy on the Welcome Table.

Announcements: We often make announcements during Circle Time.

Email: This is done on a regular basis with updates/information. Please add your e-mail address to the registration form so we can e-mail you. Please feel free to email us too with any queries you may have.

Facebook: You can find our public page ‘Northmead Playmorning’ on Facebook. There you will find general information about us, upcoming Playmorning and church events and other helpful information. We also have a Facebook group, ‘Northmead Playmorning Community’, you are welcome to join.

Face-to-Face: Feel free to grab one of the Playmorning team people at any time if you have questions, or if you just want to chat!

Got Questions?

Don’t hesitate to grab a member of the Playmorning Team to ask your question, or feel free to email us at by clicking this link.

We look forward to getting to know you and your family!