St James' Playgroup

sophska · Post by **sophska** » 17 Aug 2006, 22:34

Hi. I'm a newbie, but not new to Porty. I've got two kiddies (a toddler and a baby) and I've just been offered a place at the St James' playgroup for my 2 and a half year old boy starting Monday. I'm really pleased as I think it will be good for him and for me (especially as winter closes in and it's not so easy to keep a busy toddler stimulated), but at the same time I'm a bit sad to think that he will be away fro me for 4 mornings per week. Does anybody have kids in that particular playgroup? Words of wisdom/advice most welcome.

Sophia

Pal of Porty · Post by **Pal of Porty** » 17 Aug 2006, 23:47

My two children went there and really loved it. They are 8 and 10 years old now so it might have changed but I am glad to see it is is still going strong.

Epykat · Post by **Epykat** » 18 Aug 2006, 12:07

My two went there too - and they're now 18 and 20! I think Jane Peden still runs it so that's testament to her expertise. I thought it was a great wee playgroup for them at that age - not too big that it's daunting. Eases them into going to the 'big' nursery.

sophska · Post by **sophska** » 18 Aug 2006, 13:19

Thanks for the replies! I've since spoken to another person with kids who have gone there, and everybody has been positive. I'm sure it's the right thing, but after a lovely summer doing fun things with the kids, I sort of feel a bit sad that we won't be able to keep it up over the winter. Change is always a bit strange, isn't it? Many thanks for taking the time to reply.

Sophia

bellybabe · Post by **bellybabe** » 18 Aug 2006, 17:49

My friend works there and she's wonderful - absolutely brilliant with kids and so caring. I'd recommend it just on that basis.