SueFinanceManager

Seriously don't know what season it is here...cold this morning, sunny now but windy and the wind is chilly!

Not listening...not listening...not listening.....

I am letting use of the C word slide as it was used in the context of time not the festivities 😆🤣

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The potential issues related to schools not having enough staff as they too can not afford to live in the area is also a concern. Once they move away they may not be inclined to go back especially if they have settled their own families somewhere else ☹️

Hi Sunnyday Feeling a bit short changed as it is only a 2 day weekend after 2 weeks of bank holidays 🤣

HI Just reading this article London is becoming a city without children At a glance: The birth rate in London has fallen by 17% in nine years Families are being squeezed out as house prices and rent become unaffordable for many As a result schools are closing in their droves as they struggle to fill classrooms The government says it is up to local authorities "to balance the supply and demand of school places" Are any of you based in London and seeing your numbers falling? It must be very worrying for all concerned, both the staff but also the families that wish to remain at a school under the threat of closure. Are you in a nursery setting that is also facing closure due to lack of numbers? Would love to hear your thoughts on the subject if you are experiencing a drop in numbers, not just in London. Sue

Happy birthday Cait .... enjoy the sunshine and I hope you are spoilt rotten today 🍰🎈🎂💗

Oh yum they look sooooo good 😋

Go and listen to what Neil Leitch CEO of the EY Alliance thinks about the new funding.....see here:

Listen to the verdict of Neil Leitch - CEO of the Early Years Alliance on the latest plans from the chancellor for childcare costs in the budget.

Congratulations Louby .... can I ask what you got? A new grandson or granddaughter? Did you say and I missed it? Hope your daughter is on the mend 💗

I am sure if you made it again it would be perfect....no loft insulation in sight 🍋💗

Crusty bread/crackers with a meat & cheese platter and grapes is a winner with most people especially with a bit of chutney / hummus / sundried tomatoes / olives Easily transported too lol Quiche sounds good 😋

Happy Friday all I genuinely do not know where the weeks go. I know they say as you get older time goes quicker but at the current rate I must be about 105 lol Hope the sun is shining where you are and you can all get out for some fresh air (been very fresh here in Sussex....brrrr) over the weekend. Sue x

Hi louby loo I was not aware Sketchers did walking shoes but the most comfortable shoes I own are my sketcher's golf shoes which even after 4 hours on the golf course still feel like slippers lol I also have some trainers which are fab.....must now research walking boots!!!

Hi Mundia How wonderful to hear from you....I too am still here starting as a member of the forum 2003 and then from 2007 working part-time in the afternoons with Steve trying to grow the forum. I remember the events you recall Mundia with quizzes etc. One of my favourite things was the FSF bunny Rosie that used to get posted from setting to setting until someone lost her or maybe kidnapped her lol but she did go missing never to be found again 😕 The forum has always been a warm and welcoming place and I have only ever really found it a challenge when a small group (you know who you are) start talking about Christmas in September 🤣🤪😆 Sue x

oh that looks lovely 😍

Just a quick message to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a restful and safe holidays. I hope the above will not offend anyone but I saw it and thought it would be highly amusing if queenie did say this on the 25th....she would be voicing what we are all thinking 🤣🤣 Hopefully next year I will get to spend a bit more time on the forum with you lovely lot ❤️ Big hugs, Sue

Thanks for the clarification Finleysmaid. I am going to move this conversation to Practice and Provision: General issues as this forum area is all about using this forum.

Hi DebBrad Can I just make sure I understand your question so I can try and help. Do you mean content from the Dept of Education for all things Early Years or are you talking about content from a local authority? Which portal are you talking about? Best wishes, Sue

Happy Birthday Cait