Thanet, Herne Bay & Canterbury
Jennie Pike - 01227 371414 - Email
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Hurry - classes almost full for September!
If you would like to join us for the new term starting in September, and your baby will be aged approx 6 - 24 months old, please contact me ASAP to book a place! Scroll down for class details... You can also visit my Facebook page, click on 'More Info' above, then click on the Facebook link!
Can't get to a class in the week? Come on a Saturday!
From September we are pleased to offer a Saturday morning class for all those that cannot get to Sing and Sign during the week. Classes will take place at The Portland Centre in St. Peters, Broadstairs. Contact me to book your place!
We are very proud to be bringing Sing and Sign to local Children's Centres, making Sing and Sign accessible to all. To find out where, please click on the 'More Info' tab above.
AWARD WINNING CLASSES!
For the past 3 years we have won awards for our classes! These awards have been voted for by parents across the country. Visit the links below for more information.
2007
Sing and Sign Win Gold Award for Best Nationwide Activity for Under 2s 2007
2008
Sing and Sign Win Top Award for Best Baby Signing Class 2008
2009
Sing and Sign win National prize!
Each week we learned the signs through songs and play, then put them into practice at home! It was a simple concept that was fun for both of us. Being consistent at home and adding some simple signs into our routine was the key to its success, as in a short time my husband and I were thrilled to see her signing in response to us, it was so exciting! Not to mention lots of fun! The first signs she used were to tell us that she wanted ‘more’ of something, and that she wanted her ‘milk’!
It enabled her to open a dialogue with us, and took away the frustration that babies can feel through not being understood. It had a calming influence on the household! We completed 4 terms of Sing and Sign, and she became a very competent little signer (she would sit next to the teacher and copy her, joining in with the songs!).
Now aged 3 and a half, her speech is incredibly clear and confident, and she has a very wide vocabulary. From an early age she has spoken clearly and many people have commented on it. I firmly believe that Sing & Sign hugely contributed to this, and many others who have attended class say the same.
Research shows that signing boosts speech and language development in babies and toddlers, and I have to say from our experience this is true.
I enjoyed Sing and Sign so much that I applied to teach it, and later took over the local Franchise. Having seen the benefits and joys of baby signing first hand, I could not wait to pass on my knowledge and share it with everyone else!
I would thoroughly recommend joining a baby signing class, as the benefits are many fold. As well as learning to sign, it is a wonderful way to build on the bond between you and your baby, not to mention a good way of making some new friends!
So why don't you come and see what it is all about, you've nothing to lose! You are most welcome to visit a class for free, before committing to a course.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions, or to join one of our happy classes.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Jennie
Tel: 01227 371414
jennielpike@yahoo.co.uk
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SING AND SIGN CLASSES 2010
A 10 week Sing & Sign course costs £57.00 (siblings are welcome at no extra cost!). Twins/multiples count as one booking! If you would like to split this payment you may do so with a post-dated cheque - ask me for more details.
Please note that there are just 11 places per class, so don't hesitate!
To book a place please either contact me using the form below, or email me.
Payment for the term can be made by cheque or online (please ring me to organise). Please note that when attending classes at Children's Centres, a small weekly payment is made direct to the centre, and at some centres there is no charge.
CLASS TIMES & VENUES (Please click on the 'More Info' Tab for Courses held at Children's Centres): TUESDAY CLASSES: Held at The Hippodrome, King's Road, Herne Bay, CT6 5BU Stage 2: 9.45 - 10.30am Stage 1: 10.45 - 11.30am
THURSDAY CLASSES:
Held at The Portland Centre, Hopeville Avenue, St Peter's, Broadstairs, CT10 2TR
Stage 1: 9.30 - 10.15am
Stage 2: 10.30 - 11.15am
SATURDAY CLASSES: Held at The Portland Centre, Hopeville Avenue, St Peter's, Broadstairs, CT10 2TR Stage 2: 9.30 - 10.15am Stage 1: 10.30 - 11.15am Note: Stage 2 is recommended for Toddlers aged 18 months plus, or at least 14 months of age who have completed at least one term of Sing and Sign, or who already use some signs at home.
