///////////////////// Site Slogans ////////// ////Use your logo. Delete line below {logo} if you don't want to use logo image. Name1 and Name2 fields would be displayed. &logo_image=logo.png& //Use this fields for Company name... &name1=Acres Of Fun& &name2=Pre School Maynooth& ///////////////////// Buttons Name ////////// &menu1=HOME PAGE &menu2=ABOUT US &menu3=Outdoor Play &menu4=VIDEO &menu5=GALLERY &menu6=CONTACTS ///////////////////// slide show ////////// &slide1=slide01.jpg& &slide2=slide02.jpg& &slide3=slide03.jpg& &slide4=slide04.jpg& &slide5=slide05.jpg& &slide6=slide06.jpg& &slide7=slide07.jpg& //small icons and links... &ic1_image=ic1.png& ic2_image=ic2.png ic3_image=ic3.png ic4_image=ic4.png &link1=http://facebook.com& link2=http://linkedin.com link3=http://rss.com link4=http://facebook.com ///////////////////// additional ////////// &additional_button0=Entry Page &additional_button1=Copyright &additional_button2=Fullscreen &additional_button3=Sound On &additional_button4=Sound Off &additional_button5=ENTER &additional_button6=Autoplay Off &additional_button7=Autoplay On &additional_button8=Description OFF &additional_button9=Description ON &contactform_txt1=Thank you. Your message has been sent.& &contactform_txt2=SEND ANOTHER E-MAIL &contactform_txt3=Your Full Name: &contactform_txt4=E-Mail: &contactform_txt5=Telephone: &contactform_txt6=Message: ///////////////////// Mail File Config ////////// &mail_file=mail.php& ///////////////////// Copyright ////////// ©right_txt= & ///////////////////// Copyright ////////// &privacy_readmore_title1=Copyright &privacy_readmore_txt1=Copyright
Copyright: Acres Of Fun 2014& ///////////// HOME PAGE SECTION //////////// &home_txt1=OUR CURRICULUM &home_txt2=Acres of Fun adheres to the principles of Aistear and Siolta, The National Quality Framework for Early Childhood Education.
All children attending the pre-school will have access to a diverse program of activities supervised by staff trained in early childhood education.
&home_txt3=Programs &home_txt4= &home_txt5=Our play based curriculum is designed to promote children’s personal, creative, language social and emotional development.

See our OUTDOOR play area section &home_txt6=Notice Board &home_txt7=Class commences at 9.30am
and finishes at 12.30pm.

We follow the local primary school calendar. A calendar will be distributed to parents at the beginning of the school term.& &home_txt8=ecce scheme / non ecce &home_txt9=In April 2009 the Government announced the introduction of the Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) scheme. The ECCE scheme provides one year FREE pre-school education to every child in Ireland between the ages of 3 years and 2 months and 4 years and 7 months. &home_txt10=Read more &home_img1=home01.jpg& &home_img2=home02.jpg& &home_readmore_title1=Programs &home_readmore_title2= &home_readmore_txt1=Programs are structured to stimulate and encourage creativity and self expression through play. Sessions involve a combination of indoor and outdoor play such as:

& &home_readmore_txt2=The introduction of this scheme is a major development in the area of early childhood education. The pre-school curriculum offers a gentle introduction to the area of knowledge which will be taught more formally at school. It also helps children to develop socially and to develop life skills such as confidence and creativity. It will help improve their concentration by helping them listen, take turns, share and solve problems.
Acres Of Fun is a participating provider of the free pre-school year and is enrolling now for September 2014 and 2015.
For more information on when your child is eligible for the free pre-school year visit www.childcare.ie and click on parents information.

NON ECCE (FEE PAYING)
2 Days - Euro 115 per month
3 Days - Euro 145 per month
5 Days - Euro 255 per month.



& ///////////// ABOUT US SECTION //////////// &about_txt1=ABOUT Me &about_txt2=Welcome to my website. As a pre-school teacher I appreciate that the choice of pre-school is often the first big decision parents have to make concerning their child's education. As a mother of two young children I fully understand how important this process can be.

I know that children need patience and guidance and I provide that with our small group environment (13 children max) ensuring individual attention.

I hold a FETAC level 6 Major Award in Childcare and Child Psychology. I have also recently completed a comprehensive physical activity programme for children aged 2-5 years. The course is designed for pre-school aged children and offers a wealth of physical learning ideas and opportunities. &about_txt3=Read More &about_txt4=About Acres of Fun &about_txt5=Acres of Fun is a purpose built pre-school facility located in Taghadoe, Maynooth, an idyllic rural setting yet only a 5 minute drive from the neighbouring towns of Maynooth and Straffan. At Acres of Fun, staff are fully trained and qualified in childcare and are committed to providing your child with an enriching and supportive learning environment, a place where children can forge friendships and feel a sense of belonging. &about_txt6=We are:&//// <--- TITLE OF WE ARE ////// &about_txt7=& ///// <--- WE ARE CONTENT SECTION. "AND" MARK MUST BE ON THE END////// &about_img1=about01.jpg&////// ABOUT ACRES OF FUN PICTURE//////// &about_readmore_title1=More About Me &about_readmore_txt1=

Lastly, my biggest qualification is that I am a mother myself of two wonderful children (aged 4 and 6). I know that early education is fundamental to the growth of our children and that it sets the foundation for future learning. I am commited to providing the highest quality care possible to all children who attend my pre-school and guarantee a safe, nurturing and loving environment at all times.

Thank you for your time. If you and your child would like to come meet me, please see my contact page.

Theresa & ///////////// OUTDOOR PLAY SECTON //////////// &services_txt1=OUTDOOR PLAY &services_txt2=At Acres of Fun we believe that outdoor play is the very best place for pre-school children to practice and master emerging physical skills. Children’s outdoor play is different from time spent indoors. The sensory experiences are different and different standards of play apply.
Children have greater freedom not only to run, skip, jump and shout but also to interact with, appreciate and enjoy the natural world. &services_txt3=read more &services_txt4=skills they learn &services_txt5=& &services_txt6=Our Playground &services_txt7=SAND PITS
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The possibilities for learning in an outdoor setting are unlimited, it is a valuable activity for pre-school children as it promotes development in so many ways.& ///////////// VIDEO SECTION //////////// &video_txt1=Video &video_txt2=Categories: ///////////// GALLERY SECTION //////////// &photo_txt1=Categories: &photo_txt2=GALLERY ///////////// contactS SECTION //////////// &contacts_txt1=CONTACT ADDRESS &contacts_txt2=& &contacts_txt3= &contacts_txt4=ACRES OF FUN PRE-SCHOOL

Theresa Maughan
Taghadoe, Maynooth
Co.Kildare
Telephone: 087 901 9917
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