Cylch Meithrin

Cylch Welcome to the

‘The research showed that children who attend

Mudiad Meithrin’s cylchoedd develop considerably across

a wide range of Welsh language skills.’

Professor Colin Baker

The language of the Cylch Meithrin● Welsh is the language of the Cylch Meithrin.● Both non-Welsh-speaking children and Welsh-speaking children are equally welcome.● Emphasis is placed upon giving every child the opportunity to learn a wide range of Welsh language skills.● Research by Professor Colin Baker and Elen Lloyd Roberts of Bangor University notes the important contribution of Mudiad Meithrin’s Cylchoedd Meithrin to the future of the Welsh language:

As a parent, deciding on the best education for your child will be one of the most important decisions you will make. A large number of parents say that choosing Welsh-medium education for their child has proven to be a worthwhile experience for the child and for the family in general. Moving from a Cylch Meithrin to Welsh-medium education is a natural and important step for your

child so that he/she can continue with his/her education through the medium of Welsh.

Did you know that:60% of children attending Cylchoedd Meithrin come from non-Welsh speaking homes.86% of children attending Cylchoedd Meithrin progress to Welsh-medium education (Mudiad Meithrin data 2015/16)

Each Cylch Meithrin is an independant entity managed by a voluntary management committee with valuable support offered by Mudiad Meithrin as part of its membership services. Mudiad Meithrin, and therefore the Cylch Meithrin, aims to give every young child in Wales the opportunity to benefi t from early years experiences through the medium of the Welsh language.

Welcome to the

Cylch Meithrin family!

The language of the Cylch Meithrin

Settling your child in the

Cylch Meithrin ● You are welcome to stay with your child in the beginning to help him/her settle.

● The Cylch staff will ensure that your child settles quickly and enjoys in the Cylch.

How can you help in the Cylch?

● You will have an opportunity to help with specifi c activities in the Cylch e.g. excursions.● Bring the whole family to the Cylch’s fund- raising activities – we welcome parents’ help in organising social/fund-raising events.● Come to the AGM and suggest ideas and support for the Cylch’s activities.● There is an opportunity for parents to sit on the management committee, you can stand for election as one of the offi cers e.g. chair, treasurer, secretary. The committee manages the Cylch Meithrin’s affairs – so contact it if you wish to discuss matters relating to how the Cylch is run.

What will your child do in the Cylch?

The environment of every Cylch is homely and welcoming and planned to promote the children’s development. The children will have an opportunity to:

● Play and socialise with other children● Learn through play inside and outdoors● Play with sand, water, dough, home corner, jigsaws, toys, board

games, bikes, etc.● Enjoy creative activities● Listen to stories● Sing and dance● Enjoy a snack with other children

The Cylch Meithrin’s Policies and Procedures

● The Cylch Meithrin has a number of specifi c policies regarding its organisation and activities.

● The Cylch is a member of Mudiad Meithrin and is insured through the organisation.

● The Cylch conforms with statutory requirements in every fi eld including data, employment, child protection and health and safety. Ask the leader for a copy of these policies.

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Compliments and Complaints procedures● The Cylch Meithrin welcomes your comments on the

services provided so that they can be improved if necessary.

● Every Cylch Meithrin has a Compliments and Complaintspolicy – your comments about the service are appreciated.

Data SafetyThe Cylch Meithrin is committed to ensuring the security and fair processing of any data it receives and conforms with all GDPR regulations.

Regulation● The Cylch’s staffi ng arrangements comply with

the registration requirements of Care InspectorateWales (CIW) with regard to qualifi cation,experience, DBS checks as well as the age of thechildren and the number that can be accepted tothe Cylch Meithrin.

● Every Cylch Meithrin undergoes a CIW inspectionto ensure they conform to registration conditions.

● The Cylch’s management committee isresponsible for appointing, employing anddismissing the Cylch’s staff.

Equal Opportunity● The Cylch Meithrin will try and ensure that the

activities on offer will give every individual anequal opportunity to participate in themwhatever his/her nationality, language oradditional needs.

Our work is supported by:

Child Protection● The happiness, safety andwell-being of every child is of

paramount importance.

● Every Cylch Meithrin has aspecifi c Child Protection policy– please make sure that you

receive a copy and read it.

Mudiad Meithrin – Welsh early years specialists

www.meithrin.cymru MudiadMeithrin@MudiadMeithrin

Cylch Meithrin:

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