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OLNEY CAMERA CLUB
CLUB MEMBERS RECENTLY had the opportunity to develop their skills at portrait photography whilst,
at the same time, giving the young model some valuable experience of photographic modelling. Andy Gailer provided the technical knowledge in setting up the studio lighting, backdrops and other props for the evening. There will be another opportunity for members to improve their portrait photography in April.
The topic for the talk given by Derek Bucket at the club’s monthly meeting was “From Brownie to Cool Scan”. Derek demonstrated progress through the dark room to digital printing using a variety of his photographs taken over the years. Derek will be returning to OCC in September to judge the quarterly print competition.
Forthcoming events:
The Reading Room, High Street, Turvey, Bedfordshire, MK43 8DB, Tel 01234 888970
A major achievement last year was gaining the I CAN Early Talk Accreditation as an Enhanced setting for children’s communication – and we are proud to say that we are one of only two settings in Bedford Borough to have achieved this. The accreditation scheme is rigorous with a 2 day onsite visit where information was collected through observations, parent interviews, discussions with staff and review of available documentation. The report states:
“Turvey consists of a small staff team who have a clear and knowledgeable understanding of the children in their care. They share a team ethos to provide a calm, caring and inclusive environment for the children.
The setting is committed to developing links with their families and local community. The children all have a personal ‘scrapbook’ which documents their progress and is sent home for parents to read and add to on a regular basis. They encourage older members of the community to help in the sessions. At present the setting has one ‘granny helper’ and have had others in the past. The children enjoy joining these helpers in their play and talking to them ab out their activities.”
The report continues “The staff have clearly taken on ideas from the Early Talk training and are supporting and enhancing all children’s communication skills. The overall pass rate achieved is 91%”
“The three specific areas of strength identified are:
• Staff provide a calm, safe, supportive and non threatening environment which encourages
children to be confident, independent and happy.
• Children have the opportunity for free choice and free play both inside and out throughout
the session being allowed to transfer resources for their play between the two.
• Staff provide an inclusive ethos where children are all supported to be independent and access every activity on offer with staff aware of when their help is required and when they can stand back. “
If you would like to read our full accreditation report, please see our website www.turveypreschool.org.uk
If you would like to register your son/daughter at Turvey Pre-School Playgroup please contact Rebecca Corns on 888970.
14 April 28 April 12 May 26 May 16 June 30 June
Studio evening (Room 2)
Andy Gailer presents
Walk out (meet Market Square 19.00 hrs) Creative Flash
Walk out (meet Market Square 19.00 hrs) Print competition
New members are always welcome. If you would like to attend the next meeting or would like further information, please contact Colin Gadsby on 01234 711055 or visit the club’s website www.olneycameraclub.co.uk
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