This week sees the start of Hanukkah, a Jewish festival that commemorates the victory of the Maccabees over the Syrian-Greek rulers of Jerusalem and the rededication of the Temple in 164 BCE. It also celebrates a miracle that accompanied this event: When the temple was rededicated, God miraculously made the one day’s worth of oil […]
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Why is road safety important? Road crashes are the leading cause of death for children and young people worldwide More than six children are killed or seriously injured on roads every day in the UK Road crashes have a devastating effect on families and communities Pollution from traffic causes respiratory illnesses and other diseases Active
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As parents and carers, we all want our children to be happy and safe and it is natural to worry about bullying – particularly if we have experienced bullying ourselves, or we think our child may be more vulnerable to bullying. The good news is you are not alone! The Anti-Bullying Alliance and its
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Even the most patient of parents can find that shopping trips become a real battleground with young children, especially when you’re pressed for time or tired. A hungry crying baby and a misbehaving toddler can easily leave us feeling stressed, frustrated and embarrassed. Unhelpful comments or looks from bystanders often mean we abandon the
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What are the effects of too much sugar? Too much sugar is bad for children’s health as it can lead to the build-up of harmful fat on the inside that we can’t see. This fat can cause weight gain and serious diseases like type 2 diabetes, which people are getting younger than ever before, and heart disease and some cancers.
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Happy Diwali to all our Families celebrating! Diwali is the five-day Festival of Lights, celebrating new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness. It is celebrated by millions of Hindus, Sikhs and Jains across the world. Diwali, and for some also coincides with harvest and new year celebrations. Find out more
Are you having a fireworks display at home this year? In the excitement, it’s easy to forget some safety essentials. Here we share the Child Accident Prevention Trusts advice on how to make it a day to remember for all the right reasons. You can also find out lots more information at the Child Accident
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Adult Learning Lewisham is offering wide range of short family learning courses for parents/carers and children to participate and learn together. Please see attached list of some of the courses due to start after half term and feel free to forward them to families/colleagues. We are also currently booking assessments for adults whom English is
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Everyone loves a good scare on Halloween, but not when it comes to child safety. There are several easy and effective things that parents can share with kids to help reduce their risk of injury. On average, children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than
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This autumn/winter it’s essential you protect yourself and others against flu. Many adults, most children and all pregnant women are eligible for a free flu vaccine. Book your appointment now. www.nhs.uk/wintervaccinations
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