Welcome to the Sun Safe Schools Newsfeed. Below you will find news and updates about our progress in helping UK schools keep their pupils safe in the sun

Monday 30 June 2014

Hemdean House School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Hemdean House School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Hemdean House School

“All year groups undertook a PSHE lesson on staying safe in the sun and completed some of the worksheets.

In addition, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 all took part in a lesson reading and discussing the George the Sun Safe Superstar story. They then dressed up in the right and wrong clothes.

Year 3 and 4 enjoyed making origami sunhats and deciding which provided the best protection.

Year 5 did an audit of the shade around the school and Year 6 were involved in storytelling about enjoying summer days safely.

We prepared a Sun Safe Fun Book with games puzzles and activities to do at school and at home.

Staff noted how the children remembered to put on sun cream before going out to play and the playground is a sea of sun hats during break.

(Helen Illingworth - Hemdean House School)

Saturday 28 June 2014

Tracey Castaldi Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Tracey Castaldi for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Tracey Castaldi has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“All parents have received a copy of the fact sheet and letter along with a letter from the playgroup informing them of the activities their child will be taking part in. This will all be kept on record, a sun safe file has been sent up and copies the the information will also be placed in the registration packs for new parents and children coming into the setting.”

(Tracey Castaldi - Tracey Castaldi)


“We have been lucky enough to been given 30 spare sun hats by Flying Start, we have also purchased a factor 30 and factor 50 suntan lotion. All staff have received training on the sun safe scheme and will now be bringing in their own sun hats and using suntan lotion in front of the children to act as good role models. ”

(Tracey Castaldi - Tracey Castaldi)

Thursday 26 June 2014

Glen Family Centre Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Glen Family Centre for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Glen Family Centre have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“The children enjoyed listening to the story about George and where keen to tell the staff why they needed sun cream and the importance of sun cream.
The children also enjoyed learning Slip Slop Slap song and singing to their parents. You could hear them singing the song as they played in the nursery.”

(Denise Livingstone - Glen Family Centre)


“We at Glen Family Centre Pledge to continue our good practice with our safe sun. Ensuring that all children wear a hat and suncream, with the nursery providing shade along with the natural shade.”

(Denise Livingstone - Glen Family Centre)

Tuesday 24 June 2014

St Thomas Primary is now an Official Sun Safe School!

Congratulations to St Thomas Primary for obtaining their Sun Safe School Status & Award


“We have enjoyed taking part in the Sun Safe award scheme and will continue to be aware of the dangers of the sun.”

(Margaret Barr - St Thomas Primary)

St Thomas Primary Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to St Thomas Primary for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. St Thomas Primary have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“I found that a number of letters were not returned but all children have hats and sunscreen to school.”

“All teachers and staff at St. Thomas' Primary pledge to act appropriately and act as role models with regards to sun safety.

(Margaret Barr - St Thomas Primary)

St Thomas Primary Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to St Thomas Primary for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by St Thomas Primary

“Our assembly was taken on Monday 3rd March. All children took part. After school all staff had in-service on the Sun Safe Award scheme and their part in it.”

(Margaret Barr - St Thomas Primary)

St Thomas Primary Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to St Thomas Primary for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by St Thomas Primary

“All Classes from Primary 1 to Primary 7 received a number of lessons to cover the 4 steps to Sun Safety.”

(Margaret Barr - St Thomas Primary)

St Thomas Primary Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to St Thomas Primary for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by St Thomas Primary

“We have a great deal of shade provided by the large trees which surround our playground and grass areas/”

(Margaret Barr - St Thomas Primary)

Keiki Day Care Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Keiki Day Care for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Keiki Day Care have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“We have read the story to all the children and my Pre-Schoolers like to sing the song on hot days and it has helped the children to wear hats better and understand the sun better”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)


“We have now completed the 3 steps and I will continue to get New Parents to sign up and we will continue to read the Book and leaflets and help all at the Nursery stay Sun Safe!”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)

The Peterborough School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to The Peterborough School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. The Peterborough School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“I will ensure that sun hats and sunscreen are worn by children at our school.”

“All teachers are aware of their duties as role models.”

(Lesley McClarnon - The Peterborough School)

Little Newts Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Little Newts for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Little Newts

“We have a canopy which we can move around to follow the sun through the day and a sun umbrella too.”

(Suzanne Aldridge - Little Newts)

Little Newts Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Little Newts for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Little Newts have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“Our children love the song we sing it regularly using my ipad! The children do actions to it and use sun hats even if we sing it inside!
We love the story too. They can all tell us why we wear suncream - this year we made a sun safe shop that the children come to for suncream applying time.
parents back us 100 percent too.”

(Suzanne Aldridge - Little Newts)


“Each year we come up with new additional teaching methods to enhance the story and song provided. last year we made sun safe bags with water , pretend suncream, play hats etc to take home and talk about with parents. This year we have our sunsafe shop - next year we'll come up with something new to inspire them again to understand these key messages.”

(Suzanne Aldridge - Little Newts)

Little Newts is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Little Newts for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award


“We have really enjoyed the process and found your resources / info and support invaluable in enhancing our practice. The children are growing up to be better aware of how to look after themselves in the sun. A big thank you from Little Newts!”

(Suzanne Aldridge - Little Newts)

Thorpe Le Soken Pre School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Thorpe Le Soken Pre School for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Thorpe Le Soken Pre School have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“Children loved the story, it is now laminated and in the book corner. The older children began singing the song, the younger ones moved along to it. We have just finished a safety in the sun display board too.”

(Lizzie Rowing - Thorpe Le Soken Pre School)


“We will regularly use the teaching materials provided to ensure our children understand sun safety.”

(Lizzie Rowing - Thorpe Le Soken Pre School)

Monday 23 June 2014

Keiki Day Care Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Keiki Day Care for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Keiki Day Care have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“We have read the story to all the children and my Pre-Schoolers like to sing the song on hot days and it has helped the children to wear hats better and understand the sun better”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)


“We have now completed the 3 steps and I will continue to get New Parents to sign up and we will continue to read the Book and leaflets and help all at the Nursery stay Sun Safe!”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)

Keiki Day Care Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Keiki Day Care for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Keiki Day Care

“We have a very nice sheltered area, the staff and I will continue to help provide sheltered areas for the children in the hot weather”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)

Keiki Day Care Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Keiki Day Care for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Keiki Day Care have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“We have read the story to all the children and my Pre-Schoolers like to sing the song on hot days and it has helped the children to wear hats better and understand the sun better”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)


“We have now completed the 3 steps and I will continue to get New Parents to sign up and we will continue to read the Book and leaflets and help all at the Nursery stay Sun Safe!”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)

Keiki Day Care is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Keiki Day Care for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award


“We have found this to be a fun but sending out a serious message to Parents and Children about the Sun”

(Rob Danks - Keiki Day Care)

Friday 20 June 2014

Langafel Church Of England Primary School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Langafel Church Of England Primary School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Langafel Church Of England Primary School

“All clases haver had a variety of lessons delivered to them. Children have shown that they have remembered what they have learned.”

(Pamela Bell - Langafel Church Of England Primary School)

Thursday 19 June 2014

Dinton Pre-School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Dinton Pre-School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Dinton Pre-School

“We have various shaded areas around our playgrounds, with extra gazebos which are put up in the summer months to provide more shade. Each classroom has a shaded areas directly outside so children can have free flow to a shaded outdoor area and we have a large canopy in the main playground. In our forest schools area and our back garden we also have some willow igloos which can provide shade in these areas. ”

(Alison Hope-Jones - Dinton Pre-School)

Wednesday 18 June 2014

Cropwell Bishop Preschool Playgroup Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Cropwell Bishop Preschool Playgroup for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Cropwell Bishop Preschool Playgroup has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“we at Cropwell Bishop Playgroup pledge that we will keep sun safety letter and fact sheet on record and will be supplied to all newcomers. ”

(Kathy Alvey - Cropwell Bishop Preschool Playgroup)


“At our playgroup we have spare hats and sunscreen on the premises at all times and staff will act as role models with regard to sun safety.”

(Kathy Alvey - Cropwell Bishop Preschool Playgroup)

Abbotskerswell Pre School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Abbotskerswell Pre School for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Abbotskerswell Pre School have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“The children have been enjoying learning about George and singing the song! They have coloured In pictures and we have created a sun safe wall display! ”

(Linda Harrison - Abbotskerswell Pre School )


“abbotskerswell pre school has completed the 3 steps and we will continue to use the resources and reinforce the message.”

(Linda Harrison - Abbotskerswell Pre School )

Tuesday 17 June 2014

Lauriston Nursery Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Lauriston Nursery for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Lauriston Nursery

“We have gazebos that are put up in the garden on sunny days. Children can participate in activities underneath these and can rest in the shade with drinks of water. ”

(Ailsa Pirret - Lauriston Nursery )

Lauriston Nursery Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Lauriston Nursery for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Lauriston Nursery have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“All playrooms were given a copy of the story to read to the children and the song to sing with the children. Staff discussed this at a recent staff meeting where we listened to the tune of the song before singing it with the children. Staff will continually encourage children to be sun safe with the story and song. ”

(Ailsa Pirret - Lauriston Nursery )


“Staff will continue to follow all necessary steps for protecting children against the sun. Staff will continue to encourage the slip slop slap message. ”

(Ailsa Pirret - Lauriston Nursery )

Saxon Way Children's Centre Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Saxon Way Children's Centre for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Saxon Way Children's Centre

“in our children centre, daycare and FS1 outside areas the children and staff have shaded areas to play and interact with each other.”

(Donna Foley - Saxon Way Children's Centre)

Abbotskerswell Pre School is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Abbotskerswell Pre School for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award


“The resources and 3 steps were easy to use and fun for the children to do.”

(Linda Harrison - Abbotskerswell Pre School )

Saxon Way Children's Centre Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Saxon Way Children's Centre for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Saxon Way Children's Centre has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“letters have been sent out to all the children that attend our sessions (50 +) within the children centre. 60 letters to our Daycare and 50 letters to our preschool.”

(Donna Foley - Saxon Way Children's Centre)


“we have spare sunhats available for our children and ask parents to put cream on their child before sessions and leave lotions with teaching staff in case of any allergies. ”

(Donna Foley - Saxon Way Children's Centre)

Sunday 15 June 2014

Hemdean House School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Hemdean House School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Hemdean House School

“The children all took part in the assembly on 12.6.14. We discussed why we like the sun and the benefits.

The assembly took the form of a story with two year 6 children getting ready for the beach. One was dressed correctly the other incorrectly. All the children played a spot the difference game and explained who was correctly dress and who not and why.

We then talked about UV rays and the UV index looking at the different ratings and how the find out information on this.

We finished off talking about different sunscreens and where it was kept in school if they wished to use it.

(Helen Illingworth - Hemdean House School)

Richmond Pre-school C.I.C. Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Richmond Pre-school C.I.C. for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Richmond Pre-school C.I.C. have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“The story was good for the older children in the setting and we are all singing the slip, slop, slap song, it's very catchy.”

(Maggie Catmull - Richmond Pre-school C.I.C.)


“We will use the resiurces regularly to ensure sun safety is in everyone's minds at all times. ”

(Maggie Catmull - Richmond Pre-school C.I.C.)

TotalCare Childminding Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to TotalCare Childminding for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. TotalCare Childminding has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“All parents have been supplied with access to the Sun Safety Fact Sheet document. All parents have been given a letter to return and these will be retained on each child's individual file. All new children to the setting will be supplied with these documents as appropriate.”

(Tara Malton - TotalCare Childminding)


“We have a range of sizes of spare hats on our premises. We have spare suncream. We have signed permission from all parents to apply our suncream should they fail to supply their own for the individual children. All staff will act as appropriate role models with regard to sun safety.”

(Tara Malton - TotalCare Childminding)

Abbotskerswell Pre School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Abbotskerswell Pre School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Abbotskerswell Pre School

“We have a detachable awning that we use to create a large shade . We also use a pop up gazebo. And tarpaulin tied to trees and fence.”

(Linda Harrison - Abbotskerswell Pre School )

Langafel Church Of England Primary School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Langafel Church Of England Primary School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Langafel Church Of England Primary School

“Sun safe assembly was delivered by each teacher in a class assembvly. This was then folloewd up by PHSE lesson to deliver mandatory lesson. The children remembered lots of information from the assembly.”

(Pamela Bell - Langafel Church Of England Primary School)

Friday 13 June 2014

Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup

“We have a Gazebo which is erected daily, it has 4 attachable sides which are placed for optimum shade during the day, as appropriate. We also have nature to thank for willow shaded areas.”

(Deborah Carey - Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup)

Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“The children have enjoyed reading the book and have told several parents to Slip, Slop, slap - simple as that. to be safe in the sun and now also check their shadow to see if safe in the sun”

(Deborah Carey - Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup)


“We at Raysfield pledge to follow the sun safe policy, as adopted and sent to all parents of children at Raysfield and to continue to teach the importance of sun safety”

(Deborah Carey - Raysfield Pre-School Playgroup)

Saplings Pre School is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Saplings Pre School for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award


“We found the process enjoyable and easy and are sorry that we had not heard of the Sun Safe initiative before, we will certainly be mentioning it to other nurseries in our area.”

(Alison Mead - Saplings Pre School)

Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“The children really enjoyed the story and as it was rhyming they were able to participate by saying (shouting) out the last work of each paragraph. This helped them to remember the message. The song was also effective in teaching the children about the sun safety message. they learnt it fairly quickly and after 3 days they were requesting it at song time and knew all the words without adult assistance. ”

(Gemma Williams - Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare)


“The resources that we have used so far, the story, song and colouring sheets are going to be sued throughout the summer months to help reinforce this message. The letter and fact sheet will form part of our registration pack so that ALL parents are aware of our sun safe message.”

(Gemma Williams - Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare)

Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award


“The process was fun and easy to follow. It helped staff to be aware of how important it was to be good role models and helped the children learn the message using the 'easy to learn' story and song.”

(Gemma Williams - Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare)

Thursday 12 June 2014

Little Tots Nursery Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Little Tots Nursery for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Little Tots Nursery

“Within the outdoor area we already have an undercover decking area and have developed a camping area of which is also undercover”

(Emma Taylor - Little Tots Nursery)

Little Tots Nursery Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Little Tots Nursery for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Little Tots Nursery has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“letters have been sent out to all parents/carers and to new parent/carers. These are kept on record once received in a file made for becoming a Sun Safe Nursery.”

(Emma Taylor - Little Tots Nursery)


“We always have spare hats at hand and always have suncream on the premises whilst ensuring the children who bring their own are used as well. All staff talk to the children about the importance for staying safe in the sun and demonstrate with activties and putting sun cream on themselves”

(Emma Taylor - Little Tots Nursery)

Tuesday 10 June 2014

Saplings Pre School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Saplings Pre School for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Saplings Pre School have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“Adults and children alike enjoyed the sun safe song and we found it catchy and easy to learn. The story however, was a little complex for our youngest children and we have adapted it slightly to get the message across”

(Alison Mead - Saplings Pre School)


“At our setting, sunscreen is applied to each child before they go in the garden and regardless of whether parents have applied any. We will now sing the Sunsafe song with them as we apply the sunscreen”

(Alison Mead - Saplings Pre School)

Saplings Pre School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Saplings Pre School for pledging to explore options regarding providing shaded areas for children during breaks outside.

“While we have a shaded area in the garden, we are negotiating with our landlords to install a canopy to shade the sunniest area of the garden, in the interim we use a gazebo to provide shade”

(Alison Mead - Saplings Pre School)

Monday 9 June 2014

Dolly Mixtures Pre-school Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Dolly Mixtures Pre-school for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Dolly Mixtures Pre-school have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.


“we have taught the children the slipslopslap song and read 'George the Sun Safe superstar' and placed a copy of the book in our book case so children can look at it independently. The children have discussed why its important they wear protection against the sun.”

(June Bailey - Dolly Mixtures Pre-school)


“we shall send out our sun safe policy and procedure to parents annually and will teach the children the slipslap slop sung and read George the sun safe superstar to them during the spring and summer terms.”

(June Bailey - Dolly Mixtures Pre-school)

Abbotskerswell Pre School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Abbotskerswell Pre School for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Abbotskerswell Pre School has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“we have sent out letter and replies from parents are being filed”

(Linda Harrison - Abbotskerswell Pre School )


“all staff are aware we are implementing policy and we have hats for all children or they bring their own”

(Linda Harrison - Abbotskerswell Pre School )

Dolly Mixtures Pre-school Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Dolly Mixtures Pre-school for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Dolly Mixtures Pre-school

“we have a large gazebo and have also purchased a canopy awning to attach to the side wall of the community centre wall.”

(June Bailey - Dolly Mixtures Pre-school)

Langafel Church Of England Primary School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Langafel Church Of England Primary School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Langafel Church Of England Primary School

“In Foundation Stage we have recently had out outdoor staged area roofed and sides built to provide more space. There is also another area outside which provides shade. We use natural shade ie trees and have moved benches to take advatage of the shade.”

(Pamela Bell - Langafel Church Of England Primary School)

Lord Blyton Primary School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Lord Blyton Primary School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Lord Blyton Primary School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“letters and leaflets have been sent to all children in our school and a large percentage have sent in appropriate hats and sun screen to school. We have a supply of factor 50 cream for those who have none and spare hats as per the guidelines and we will follow the guidelines accordingly”

“All staff are aware of the school's wish to become a sun safe school and have agreed to act as appropriate role models and actively encourage all children to stay safe in the sun ”

(Alison Collins - Lord Blyton Primary School)

Saplings Pre School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Saplings Pre School for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Saplings Pre School has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“This documentation will now form part of our parents pack regardless of the time of year that a child joins”

(Alison Mead - Saplings Pre School)


“We will ensure that we have on hand, sufficient, high quality, 50+ sunscreen on hand in the setting and that it will be renewed each summer”

(Alison Mead - Saplings Pre School)

Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare for pledging to explore options regarding providing shaded areas for children during breaks outside.

“The week commencing 9th June 2014 we are holding a Sun Safe fundraising week. all monies raised will be used to purchase appropriate shelter for our outdoor area, such as a gazebo.”

(Gemma Williams - Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare)

Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“this letter and fact sheet has been sent out to every parent. Spares are kept on file, as well as on the nursery laptop in order for new parents to have a copy. This letter and fact sheet now forms part of our child registration pack.”

(Gemma Williams - Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare)


“At the nursery we have a storage box filled with appropriate hats should a child forget their own. As well as the sun hat we supply spare sun cream which is factor 50. All staff have their own hat and sun cream at the nursery to ensure they model good sun safety.”

(Gemma Williams - Georgie Porgies Playgrop And Childcare)

Friday 6 June 2014

Lord Blyton Primary School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Lord Blyton Primary School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Lord Blyton Primary School

“Our school building provides a lot of shade. We also have an outdoor classroom area which has a removable shade which is put out on sunny days, I have attached a photo. our reception children, who do a lot of their learning outdoors, have trees and wicker structures which provide shade, they also enjoy making their own tents and shady areas.”

(Alison Collins - Lord Blyton Primary School)

Lord Blyton Primary School Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Lord Blyton Primary School for issuing letters and Sun Safety leaflets to the parents / guardians of all of their children. Lord Blyton Primary School have also pledged to make sure that all children have access to Sun Hats & Sunscreen and that all teachers at the school will be good role models with regard to sun safety.

“letters and leaflets have been sent to all children in our school and a large percentage have sent in appropriate hats and sun screen to school. We have a supply of factor 50 cream for those who have none and spare hats as per the guidelines and we will follow the guidelines accordingly”

“All staff are aware of the school's wish to become a sun safe school and have agreed to act as appropriate role models and actively encourage all children to stay safe in the sun ”

(Alison Collins - Lord Blyton Primary School)

Lord Blyton Primary School Completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Congratulations to Lord Blyton Primary School for carrying out the ‘George the Sun Safe Superstar’ Lesson Plan.

Lesson Plan photo submitted by Lord Blyton Primary School

“W e have been using book and lesson plans throughout the school and classes are creating their own displays around sun safety. I have attached a photo of our reception class's display.”

(Alison Collins - Lord Blyton Primary School)

Lord Blyton Primary School Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Introductory Assembly Plan

Congratulations to Lord Blyton Primary School for carrying out an introductory assembly about how to keep safe in the sun:

Assembly photo submitted by Lord Blyton Primary School

“We asked our year 6 children to help deliver our assembly to the whole school. Using the guidelines provided and appropriate items brought from home, they produced a very informative and entertaining assembly enjoyed by all.”

(Alison Collins - Lord Blyton Primary School)

Wednesday 4 June 2014

Choochoos Day Nursery Dover Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Shade

Congratulations to Choochoos Day Nursery Dover for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Choochoos Day Nursery Dover

“We have recently installed this shaded area for the children to use all year round.”

(Karla Tabony - Choochoos Day Nursery Dover)

Sunday 1 June 2014

Dawnies Little Stars Nursery Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Dawnies Little Stars Nursery for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Dawnies Little Stars Nursery has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:


“I will ensure that all the Parents and Carers receive a copy of this letter regarding safety in the sun.The letters will be kept on record and supplied to all newcomers of the nursery.”

(Dawn Cordner - Dawnies Little Stars Nursery)


“All my nursery staff will be positive role models with regard to sun safety and the nursery will provide spare hats for children and staff to wear and spare sun cream if required.”

(Dawn Cordner - Dawnies Little Stars Nursery)

Hemdean House School Completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Shade

Congratulations to Hemdean House School for providing shaded areas for their pupils.

Shaded Area photo submitted by Hemdean House School

“We have various areas of shade on the school playing field provided by trees around two sides of the playing area. The school hall also casts a shadow providing another shaded area on a third side. We are also planning a redevelopment of our playing areas and as part of this we are looking at shaded seated areas and "sail-like" structures to provide additional shaded areas. This will mean an improvement in the amount of shade we can provide in all our playing areas for the future.”

(Helen Illingworth - Hemdean House School)