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25.01.2022 We share a building with these amazing CAFHS nurses and staff who are still available to support you and your family. Please do call them for an over the phone appointment.

24.01.2022 Hello families. This is the latest letter from the Minister for Education and The Chief Executive.

24.01.2022 Cowandilla Preschool - Pupil Free Day tomorrow Tuesday 9th June. There will be no preschool session. Cowandilla Occasional Care is still operating tomorrow in the Childrens Centre building.Cowandilla Preschool - Pupil Free Day tomorrow Tuesday 9th June. There will be no preschool session. Cowandilla Occasional Care is still operating tomorrow in the Childrens Centre building.

23.01.2022 Here is a free Parenting SA webinar, next Tuesday 16th, 7pm. To register go to https://handling-sibling-rivalry.eventbrite.com

23.01.2022 Preschool starts tomorrow...As you may already be aware the Department has measures in place with extra cleans and advice on recommended hygiene procedures. Can you please help us to keep everyone safe by reading the following protocols that we will have in place at the start of term 2 for those children in attendance at the preschool 8:30 - Parents to walk through gates and stay outside to help child to put bag in locker, lunch box and drink bottle in place. Please take yo...ur child to the bathroom to wash their hands, saying goodbye at the outside bathroom door. An educator will be at the bathroom to assist your child if required and move them towards the childrens sign in table to write their name. Drop off in the morning can be from anytime between 8:30am and 9:00am. The inner gate will remain open in morning and afternoon drop off/pick up times. Group gathering times will be limited and only if necessary to re-engage children in play based learning. Learning program activities will be completed at tables with small groups of children each day for no longer than 15 minutes at time and within free play times. We will continue to limit the number of chairs at eating tables and activity tables inside and outside to 4 chairs to a double table. We will continue to encourage children to wash their hands regularly throughout the day and after playing on the playground equipment, in the sandpit and on the swings. If many children are in attendance we will consider two groups and staggered lunch/eating times. 3:15 - End of day group time will be outside. Children will be dismissed into parents care from outside (weather permitting) or from veranda. Please remember not to enter the preschool building. Parents are able to pick up their child from 3:00pm to prevent too many people gathering at 3:30. At this stage Occasional Care and all Playgroups are still suspended and will not be starting this term yet.

23.01.2022 The preschool has some new artwork - thanks to an amazing artist and parent whose son attends preschool this year. We wanted to link in with the element of water (early thoughts are that the word Cowandilla means good water or plenty of water Kaurna word of Kauwi means water). A waterfall has been painted reflecting the gorgeous Australian colours we have in our landscape. We also wanted to link in with the flora and fauna of our local space so a large gumtree has been painted on the other side with some local fauna included in the design as well. Am amazing addition to the preschool learning environment. Artist is known as mr.senman on Instagram - look him up and support local!!!

22.01.2022 From 7th August 2020, immunisation records will need to be provided for all children attending Preschool and Occasional Care. Please provide us with a copy of your childs Immunisation History Statement. If this statement is not supplied unfortunately your child will be unable to attend.... If you need help, please contact the Childrens Centre on 8352 5346.

21.01.2022 Reminder - Immunisation History Statements are required for Preschool and Occasional Care families by today. Please provide a copy of your statement to the Childrens Centre if you havent done so already. As of tomorrow a child will be unable to attend if we do not have a copy of their up to date immunisation record. Thank you.

20.01.2022 If you are looking for things to do these school holidays while social distancing, the West Torrens Council have a Happy at Home school holiday program with some online activites.

20.01.2022 Welcome back everyone! With the easing of restrictions in South Australia, a few more of our our groups and services are resuming this term yay! So that we can continue to maintain social distancing some of our groups have limited numbers and bookings are required. Please make sure to check out the Term 3 program below for more details. ... If you have any questions or would like to book to attend any of our groups please call the centre on 8352 5346. We look forward to seeing more of our families back in the Children's Centre this term!

19.01.2022 The Hamra Centre Library are hosting live baby time and toddler time sessions on Facebook. You might like to follow them so you can tune in

18.01.2022 Another FREE webinar, this time from Department of Human Services on 'Parenting through COVID-19'. Topics include: How to connect with your child/ren through routines and traditions... Technology safety and use Talking to your children about COVID-19 Understanding and managing your child's behaviour See link below for more information and details on how to register.

17.01.2022 SBS launches a new online portal to provide news and information on COVID-19 in 63 languages. https://www.sbs.com.au/language/coronavirus

17.01.2022 Playgrounds are now open See below for the list of playgrounds now open in West Torrens.

17.01.2022 Some more resources for learning at home.

16.01.2022 Tonight - Dr Justin Coulson is hosting a FREE webinar for parents, Little People, Big Feelings. See link below for more details.

16.01.2022 Immunisation clinics...

16.01.2022 Is your child starting preschool in 2021? Please register your interest for Cowandilla preschool now. Enrolment processes will start in August for next year... https://www.education.sa.gov.au//preschool-registration-in

16.01.2022 COVID 19 UPDATE Due to the current COVID 19 situation please be advised of the following changes to programs, groups and services: Playgroups (FunSPOT, Baby Playgroup, Mini Explorers, Little Explorers): Have been cancelled for the remainder of the year... Occasional Care: Has been suspended for the next two weeks WCH Antenatal Service: Please call WCH switchboard on 81617000 for location update. CaFHS services: Please phone 1300 733 606 for further information Bilingual Playgroup/Transition to preschool playgroup (Held in the preschool on Friday mornings) has also been cancelled for the rest of the year. For urgent enquiries please call the Centre Director on 0401 121 128. Take care and stay safe everyone.

16.01.2022 FREE - My Child and Me webinar hosted by Department of Human Services. See image below for more details. Click on the link/s below to register. Tuesday 8th December, 12noon to 1.30pm... Link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G0sHQGBZSHKoRdNak0M8UQ Thursday 10th December, 7pm - 8.30pm Link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8Ec8wbNzQQ-810x8pHZVXQ

16.01.2022 Symptoms of COVID-19 can range from mild illness to pneumonia. Some people will recover easily, and others may get very sick very quickly. People with COVID-1...9 may experience: fever flu-like symptoms (coughing, sore throat and fatigue) shortness of breath See more

16.01.2022 What do our families think? Have your say....

14.01.2022 COVID 19 UPDATE: Little Explorers Playgroup - Tuesday 17th November - will continue to operate under new COVID 19 restrictions as announced today at 1 person per 4 sqm. Preschool - will continue as normal... Occasional Care - will continue as normal Immunisation Clinic - Tuesday 17th November - online bookings essential through West Torrens Council website. Please be reassured we have risk minimisation plans in place for every program and group on offer in the Children's Centre and Preschool. If you have any concerns please contact the Children's Centre on 8352 5346. We will continue to provide updates on our Facebook Page as they arise. Please continue to socially distance at 1.5m if attending the centre, practice hand hygiene and stay home if unwell or if you have been advised to self isolate. Thank you!

14.01.2022 Immunisation Clinics are returning to the Children's Centre this month. Clinics remain 'bookings only' and bookings can be made online through the City of West Torrens website.

12.01.2022 COVID 19 UPDATE for Cowandilla Children’s Centre... Due to the 6 day lockdown we had cancelled or suspended groups and programs on offer in the Children’s centre. With the changes today in regards to the restrictions in place we will revisit these decisions on Monday and keep you informed if any groups, programs or services resume. Please contact the centre on 8352 5346 if you need clarification. ... For urgent enquiries please call the Centre Director on 0401 121 128. Take care and stay safe everyone.

11.01.2022 Are you finding it difficult talking to your child about the coronavirus? It's normal to be feeling anxious at these times and its natural for children to p...ick up on our feelings and emotions. Children may need extra attention and reassurance and it is important we ask them how they are feeling and clarify any misunderstandings. Weve developed an online booklet for young children you can read together that explains what the coronavirus is and how we can stop it from spreading. Download it here: https://bit.ly/3aKRiPd

11.01.2022 Parenting SA have a free webinar on Children and Screens: adapting to this new reality. Register using the link below to hear Dr Justin Coulson and Dr Kristy Goodwin answer common concerns for parents in this new situation. https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/parentingsa/

11.01.2022 Baby Playgroup will resume in term 3. Bookings essential - call 8352 5346 to reserve your place now.

10.01.2022 The sun is shining and Spring is here Looking for things to do outside in nature with the kids in this glorious weather. Nature Play SA have a '25 Things to do in Spring' guide. See image below or visit natureplaysa.org.au. Happy exploring!

10.01.2022 Are you a member of the West Torrens Library? You can access these for free at the moment with your library membership number. https://www.westtorrens.sa.gov.au//Library_reso/eResources

09.01.2022 Benefits of mud play...

09.01.2022 Preschool and Occasional Care this week...please check the list below and if you have been in these areas please isolate and get yourself tested...we appreciate your help with this...

09.01.2022 Today marks the beginning of National Reconciliation Week. The theme for 2020 is In This Together and we look forward to acknowledging this important week in our classes and across the school.

09.01.2022 This will include the Preschool and the Occasional Care program in the Childrens Centre.

09.01.2022 Our Little Library is now open for families to take a book and leave a book. Please follow the hygiene practises that will be outlined on our Little Library. Enjoy reading together

09.01.2022 COVID-19 update for Cowandilla Preschool. Preschool will be open and operating as normal on Monday 23rd November. In light of ‘dropping your child off at the gate’ in the preschool from Monday we ask that you handover your child to the teacher at the first gate who will support your child to settle in for the day. An educator will support your child at the end of the day to gather their belongings and meet you at the first gate to be signed out to you. ... To prevent congregation at the preschool gates you are able to drop off your child between 8:30am and 9:15 and and pick up at the end of the day between 2:45pm and 3:30pm. Thanks and take care. Briony Brooks Director

09.01.2022 COWANDILLA PRESCHOOL COVID-19 UPDATE Today the Premier announced a 6 day statewide lockdown starting at midnight tonight (Wednesday 18 November) through to midnight Tuesday 24 November. Only the children of essential workers and vulnerable children will be able to attend school or preschool / child care. A skeleton staff will provide supervision but not a learning program for the remainder of this week. If your child needs to attend, we will be here for them.... All students have been asked to take home school laptops/devices, books and anything they need to continue their learning from home. More information on learning programs will be provided early next week, as we work our way through the new COVID-19 Directions. All South Australians are making sacrifices to ensure our community remains as safe as possible. We appreciate that this is a significant undertaking for you and your family. Your child’s teacher, our support staff and I are here to support you where we can. Regards, Briony Brooks Cowandilla Children’s Centre Director

08.01.2022 Just a reminder to our families that the immunisation service at Cowandilla Children's Centre has been suspended at this time due to social distancing requirements. The West Torrens Council are now taking online bookings and have started a second clinic at Plympton Community Centre to replace the clinic at the Children's Centre. See link below for more information and to book online.

07.01.2022 Immunisation Clinic Update: The immunisation service from the clinic at Cowandilla Children's Centre has been suspended at this time, as we cannot adequately provide for social distancing; an alternate location is being investigated. We apologise for any inconvenience. Alternate clinics are still being offered at Plympton Community Centre and Thebarton Community Centre and in the interest of public health and saftey, the West Torrens Council is now taking online bookings for this service. Please see further details in the link below. https://www.westtorrens.sa.gov.au//Immunisation_vaccination

07.01.2022 Looking for new places and spaces to explore with the kids? Nature Play SA have created a list of SA's top 10 best adventure and nature playgrounds. See link below.

06.01.2022 Feeling crafty? Hamra Centre Library have Mystery Busy Bags available from their craft cupboard for West Torrens residents. See link below for more details.

05.01.2022 If you are interested don't forget to register for this upcoming Parenting SA Webinar on Tuesday 12th May at 7pm. See link below for more details and to register .

04.01.2022 Will your child attend preschool in 2021? Please register your interest with Cowandilla Preschool - return this form to the preschool when you can. 1st round offers will start in August. https://www.education.sa.gov.au//preschool-registration-in

03.01.2022 Cowandilla CaFHS services update: Please be advised that the self weigh service at the Children's Centre has been suspended as an interim response to the current COVID 19 situation. Appointments are currently being offered via telehealth. Please phone 1300 733 606 for enquiries or more information. Thank you

03.01.2022 We hope everyone had a great time during the school holidays! Our Term 4 Program is out. Please see below for details. If you have any questions or would like to attend any of our programs and services, or go on our waitlists for those groups that are currently full, please call the Children's Centre on 8352 5346.

02.01.2022 COVID 19 UPDATE for Cowandilla Children’s Centre (24th November) Occasional Care will resume from Tuesday 1st December and continue until Friday 11th December. Families booked in for these sessions will be contacted today. All playgroups have been cancelled for the rest of 2020. This includes Baby Explorers, Mini Explorers, Little Explorers, Transition to Preschool Playgroup, and the Bilingual Playgroup. ... Please contact the centre on 8352 5346 if you would like to book in for any playgroups in 2021 or be placed on the wait list. For urgent enquiries please call the Centre Director Briony on 0401 121 128. Take care and stay safe everyone.

02.01.2022 For our playgroup families who are looking for activities to do at home, head over to the Playgroup SA facebook page and 'like it' to be notified for their live Song Time and Story Time sessions. You can also request to join their Playgroup at Home group where activitiy ideas are shared that you and your children can do at home.

02.01.2022 An update from the Chief Executive.

02.01.2022 Running out of ideas for things to do with the kids these school holidays? Take a look at the West Torrens Council school holiday program. Link below.

01.01.2022 Latest update from the Department regarding schools and preschools...