Sing and Sign baby signing classes in... Shrewsbury

• About Me

  Captivate! Communicate! Connect!

  

  Hi there, I am Rachael and I have been the owner and teacher of Sing and Sign Shrewsbury for the last 10 years. Very sadly, it is time for me to move on - as I face new challenges and adventures with my family. I shall be offering the Online course and a few "Pop-Up" Special events and tasters up until 30th June 2024. 

  I am offering the @ Home course at a cost of £50 for the 10 week course (beginning in the Summer term on Monday 8th April) This includes 12 months online membership to the Jessie Cat Club at Gold for Stage One and Premium for Stage Two.  Don't forget that the pre-recorded section of the course can be viewed any day of the week, as many times as you like! Since March 2020, the Sing and Sign founder, Sasha Felix, has worked extremely hard to bring us together to produce an award winning and much loved @ Home Sing and Sign Course- viewable through any internet browser in the comfort of your own home. Much like our in-person classes, the course is available as a 10 week course, with a new lesson available each Monday (previous lessons are then not able to be viewed). Each week's class can be viewed as many times as you like for the WHOLE seven days of the week. 

  Keep a look out on my social media pages for details of Special Events. 

  
  

  If YOU think that YOU could be the next Sing and Sign teacher in Shropshire, please don't hesitate to contact me! rachaelthomson@singandsign.co.uk 

  You will receive FULL training and a full Stage One kit bag- including my lovely floor mats. Plus the opportunity to purchase from me the extra props and instruments needed to run the Stage Two course- along with all the curriculum resources. Everything you need to set up your own business- including setting up classes in your preferred area. I have all the contacts you need for venues in and around Shrewsbury- with many longstanding friendships that I can share and pass on to YOU. 

  
  

  Why I'm part of the Sing and Sign Family

  My daughter and I really enjoyed attending Sing and Sign lessons ourselves and when the opportunity to become part of this fabulous team came up, we had to take the plunge (after over a decade of teaching in a Primary School, this was both quite scary and very exciting)!

  We have had so many positive experiences using baby sign language, that I recommend the programme to ALL my friends and family, and their friends too. Everyone was amazed when my daughter first signed “no” or “milk” or “more”. These were the first signs she began using to communicate to us at the age of 10 months, when she had been attending Sing and Sign for around three quarters of a term. Now, at nearly 11 years old, she is an amazing conversationalist AND reader! She still uses signs occasionally, when she talks to babies, or when she's feeling emotional and can't get her words out, or when she is practising to take over mum's job!

  Sing and Sign classes are not just about learning to communicate with your baby or toddler, but they are about becoming part of a family and meeting other parents and their children. So, what are the benefits of signing with your baby?

  • enhances speech and language development
  • stimulates memory and listening skills
  • lessens baby's frustration
  • enriches your relationship with baby
  • gives you and your baby lots of fun

  Sing and Sign changed our lives, find out what sort of a difference it could make to yours! I've really found out that babies are very intelligent, and just because your baby cannot speak, doesn't mean they have nothing to say!

  Don't hesitate! Book today!

  
  

• More Info

  Frequently Asked Questions

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  Summer Term 2024

  ONLINE CLASSES for Stage One and Stage Two 

  Begin Monday 8th April, bright and early (but each class can be viewed anytime and as many times during the week as you like) 

   There will be no classes during the May half term (27th May to 2nd June). But you will still be able to access the Online Signing Dictionary and other videos on the Members' pages during that week.
  

  You can book yourself on to the Summer term courses by using this link or the "Book now" button below: 

  http://www.singandsign.co.uk/classes/classes-near-you/shrewsbury/booknow/246

  
  

  Why should I do baby signing?
  

  Studies have shown that use of baby signing can lessen frustration in babies and toddlers, can help develop the language centres of the brain and stimulate learning and understanding in general. It's a fantastic way to bond with your baby or toddler- there is more information on this on the main pages of the Sing and Sign website (and our social media outlets). 

  When should I start baby signing?

  The following are our general guidelines for classes, but we know that every child is an individual... 

   Entry Stage (level 1) is aimed at children from around 5 months to 12 months, ie pre-speech. 

  Signing with your baby before they are 4 months old will not do them any harm, the reason you are recommended to wait is because we don't expect them to start signing back until they are 8-14 months old. Therefore you may think it is not working in those early days and maybe think it is not for you, which would be a great shame. That being said, a 10 week course is a great way to get you and your baby out and about,  meeting people who are sharing similar experiences, when you feel ready to. 

  Stage 2 classes at around 12+ months old

  Stage 2 classes are appropriate for babies who have attended at least a term of stage 1, BUT I have had many toddlers join this group who have never signed previously and have picked up the signs extremely quickly! The best age to start Stage Two is when your toddler is around 12mths+ (but under 2 years) at the start of term (exceptions apply as experiences of baby signing can vary, please contact me if you wish to discuss.)

  Can I bring older siblings too?

  It's great for you to have some quality one on one time with your littlest. Although, I absolutely understand if you need to bring an older sibling along to the course , please contact me about this if you need to. Then we can try it out. 

  I have twins is it double the price?

  No, not at Sing and Sign! We charge families just one fee for all of you. So there is no extra charge for twins or triplets, or for older siblings, (within reason, please contact me to discuss if you are unsure).

  How much are the classes, can I pay as I go?

  Cost per class is just £7.00 for in-person classes (or £5.00 per online class) and fees are charged on a termly basis. Due to limited numbers per class (maximum 12 parents) you will need to book and pay prior to term starting- but do check your booking confirmation for more details. (Early booking is advisable) Payment can be made via cheque, cash or bank transfer.

  
  Sing and Sign has been specially designed to help you build your signing vocabulary over the whole term, and our social time is also a good time to build friendships for both you and your little one.  Classes last 40 minutes and there is time for socialising at the beginning of class. Many of my current attending parents spend time together at the nearby parks and recreation facilities after the class has finished. 

   We have developed an extremely exciting online content in case you cannot physically make a class, you'll never miss a class as you can stream each week at home! You can join and do the whole course at Home for £50 (with no access to in-person classes). 

  I Am On Holiday For A Couple Of The Classes.  Do I Still Have To Pay The Full Amount?
  

  In a word, yes!  Sing and Sign classes operate as a course, not a drop-in and your place is guaranteed each week.  Many people miss one or two weeks because of illness / holidays etc. and they soon catch up as our classes are purposefully repetitive to help you remember the songs and the signs (and babies love routine too).  We also e-mail you handouts to complement the classes. If possible, I will fit you in to an alternative class on another day on your return.

  When does the term start?

  We follow the same term pattern as schools so my Spring term starts in January, Summer term in April and Autumn term in September

  The next term dates are: 

  
  

  DID YOU KNOW?

  I am able to run private courses for groups of 5-10 parents and babies. Contact me for more details.

  I am also available to run staff training and/or courses for Nurseries and childcare providers (0-3 year olds). Again, please contact me for more information, or pass on my contact details to your child's nursery. 

  
  

  How do I join a class?

  Copy this link into your browser or use the "Book Now" below :

  
  http://www.singandsign.co.uk/classes/classes-near-you/shrewsbury/booknow/246

  
  If you need any more information you can use the "email me" link or the make an enquiry option also in the contact me box.

  Please ensure you fully read the Terms and Conditions, and Privacy policy when booking. Don't forget to follow me on Twitter @SingandSignRach or on Facebook- Sing and Sign Shrewsbury. 

  https://www.facebook.com/SingAndSignShrewsbury

  
  

• Venues
  Welcoming and Friendly Venues

  All the venues have free parking, good facilities and there are cafes close by to purchase refreshments. 

  Shawbury Village Hall 

  SY4 4NH 

  Shrewsbury United Reformed Church 

  SY3 7BJ

  Hanwood Village Hall 

  SY5 8LY

  Medieval Madness

  SY1 3TG

  Day	Time	Stage	Location
  Monday	AM	Stage 1 & 2	Function Room, Shawbury Village Hall
  Monday	PM	Stage 1 & 2	Medieval Madness
  Thursday	AM	Stage 1 & 2	Activities Room, Shrewsbury United Reform Church
  Friday	AM	Stage 1 & 2	Hanwood Village Hall

• Nurseries

  Nursery Affiliation- Discover the Possibilities

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  Does your child attend a nursery?

  Sing and Sign has an excellent Nursery Affliation Programme which will train staff on their own premises at a time to suit all. It includes teaching staff a selection of signs, tailor made to the nursery's individual requirements and designing an Individual Action Plan to inspire staff and make signing fun and easy to incorporate. Following training, the nursery will receive a Certificate of Sing and Sign Affiliation together with ongoing access to Sing and Sign signing resources and a complimentary package of products. 
  

  If your baby attends nursery or you know of a childcare facility that would be interested in receiving further information, please do pass my details on.

  I am also able to offer weekly sessions within nurseries, booked for a 10 week term. Contact me for more details. 

  
  

  CURRENT NURSERIES WITH SING AND SIGN TRAINING: 

  
  

  • Farm Friends Day Nursery,  Condover,  https://www.farmfriendsdaynursery.co.uk 

              01743 874277 info@farmfriendsdaynursery.co.uk  Contact Amy    

  
  

  • Twyford Tots Day Nursery, Shrewsbury https://www.twyfordtotsnursery.co.uk

              01743 357083            karen@twyfordtotsnursery.co.uk

  
  

  • Hillside House Nursery, Hook-a-Gate, Shrewsbury https://hillsidehousenursery.co.uk 

          tel: 01743 860456   Contact Nursery Manager Lucie or  Deputy Manager Paige

  
  

• Gallery

  Come and join the fun!

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  Come and learn baby signing the fun way, with Rachael, Jessie Cat and all the animals! 

  Join a class near you today!