Welcome to the July 2013 Sutherland Local Child Care & Services Directory.

This month we welcome Turning Points Psychology to our Professionals for Children Directory.

Be sure to check out all our Detailed Listings to find all the information you need to make the right choice for you and your family when selecting child care.

This month our parent resource is full of useful tips for new dads. Becoming a dad can be an exciting but also worrying time, we hope this helps.

WIN...WIN...WIN This month we have a Miffy the Movie  DVD and a fantastic Miffy prize pack to give away to a lucky reader (including a DVD, Miffy plush toy, a Miffy activity sheet and a Miffy bunny ear headband).

Turning Points Psychology  provides a safe and friendly environment that aims to help individuals and families reclaim their life through the use of respectful evidence-based psychological approaches.

Located in Sutherland and Bankstown, Turning Points Psychology specialises in Children, Adolescents, and families, offering;

• Individual and group consultations
• Workshops and information sessions
• Psychometric assessments
• Professional peer consultation & Supervision

Sensory Tools Australia is excited to be presenting World Renowned International Author and Speaker, Michelle Garcia Winner's acclaimed two day Social Thinking workshop in Sydney Australia on the 19th & 20th of August 2013! 

Over two dynamic days, Michelle Garcia Winner and Pamela Crooke will introduce professionals and parents to social thinking and social learning and help them better understand the inner mind of persons with social learning challenges (whether or not they have a formal diagnosis). 

Participants WILL learn functional treatment strategies to utilize at school, in clinic and at home AND come away with a deeper awareness of why these students react and respond the way they do.

Do not miss our great value early bird rates for this phenomenal two day course! 14 hours cpd for professionals.  Places strictly limited.

For further information, pricing details, to download a brochure or find out about more of our upcoming workshops and our great products go to: http://shopau.sensorytools.net/ or call one of our friendly team on 02 4578 6123.

We are the future of tuition. As you would expect, we are qualified teachers. We're here to see that our students move ahead - and stay there.

We encourage. We motivate. We make the difference.

We do more than just tutor. We engender a love of success. That's why we are Frontrunner.

Frontrunner provides a free diagnostic assessment so you know exactly what your child needs in tuition. We teach school-aged children what they need most in school and help them in English, Spelling, Comprehension, Grammar and Mathematics.

We have the support of paediatricians, Speech Therapists and other child professionals to best help your child achieve their own personal best.

We do more because we're trained and experienced. We can do what other tutors can't.

We do more than just tutor.

We inspire.

Contact us for more information www.frontrunnerlearning.com.au

Little Kickers Sutherland

***NEW CLASS*** Starting 9th August. Fridays - Engadine Community Centre 11:30am Mighty Kickers (3.5 yrs - 5th Birthday).

Twelve Chartered Accountants Do you have a child in year 4, 5 or 6?

In 2001 (over 12 years ago) the Government introduced the 'Child Tax Offset' and surprisingly many Australians did not know about it and have NOT claimed any benefits. Have You Missed Out On Thousands Of Dollars?

If your child was born between 1 July 2001 and 30 June 2004 you may be eligible to receive up to $12,500 of entitlements.

The government has now put a deadline on this entitlement so please email to receive more information or call us on 9524 2744. Suite 2, Level 1, 10-14 Boyle Street, Sutherland 2232 P: 9524 2744 www.twelve.com.au Act now! Time is running out fast!

Soccajoeys  SPECIAL OFFER* Register for term 3 of our fun indoor soccer coaching program by 14th July and receive a free Soccajoeys soccer ball (Value $10). Also Included With All New Registrations, A jersey, sports bag, & water bottle (value $25) at your first class. Hurry ! Only limited spaces

What to do

-go online to http://www.soccajoeys.com & click on register tab
-enter your details and select a class in the Sutherland Shire
-choose from drop down box the 'new' registration option
-in the comments section, type in " SPECIAL SHIRE CHILD CARE OFFER"

Pre-school classes (start Week of Monday 15th July 2013):

• Mondays 10am Caringbah & Menai/Bangor
• Tuesdays 10am Sutherland & Miranda
• Tuesdays 4.30pm Caringbah
• Wednesdays 10am Caringbah & Menai/Bangor
• Thursdays 10am Sutherland & Miranda
• Thursdays 4.30pm Sylvania
• Fridays 10am Sylvania & Engadine & Menai/Bangor
• Saturdays 9am, 10.05am, 11.10am Caringbah & Menai/Bangor (9am & 10.05am)
• Sundays 9am & 10.05am Jannali & Caringbah (9.30am)
  Junior Saturday soccer classes -ages 5 1/2 TO 8 years (Starts 20 July 2013):
• Saturdays 12.15pm Caringbah *Special offer applies only to pre-school classes in the Sutherland Shire. Soccajoeys jersey, sports pack, bottle & soccer ball available to new registrations only (given at 1st class). Children must be at least age 3 years by 15/7/13. (for children less than 3 ½ years of age, please contact us to discuss suitability) .See website for details and Terms & Conditions, or for further information, please email or call Michael on 02 9522 0452 OR 0400 517018.

Danny Dimple Dares to Dream Boys & Girls will fall in love with 'Danny Dimple Dares to Dream' - A locally written, hand illustrated Kids Book App for kids 3+.

Danny Dimple loves his soccer, more importantly though, he inspires all kids to Dream BIG and to Go For It! With excellent reviews already, Download your copy Now from the iTunes App Store for iPad and iPhone. For more information www.btce.com.au .YOUTUBE Video Promo

AP Academy
Come Dance With Us!!! Sylvania Heights Community Hall 288R Box Rd, Sylvania. Tuesday - Hip Hop / Musical Theatre / Ballet Wednesday - Tiny Tots Jazz class (age 3-5yrs) Jazz / Lyrical
School Holiday Dance Workshops!! Contact Amy Petsalis www.apacademy.com.au
0413 540 605

Janine Painter's Occupational Therapy Services
Registrations are now being taken for handwriting groups in the July 2013 school holidays.

Monday, Tuesday Friday 8,9 12 July 11.30am-1pm daily
Another group may be added in the first week, depending on demand

* 3 days per group - 90 minutes each session
* Maximum 4 students per group (minimum 2 students to run a group)

Venue: Level 1/ 14-16 Central Rd, Miranda.
Depending on your level of coverage, sessions may be claimed through your private health fund.

Janine Painter's Occupational Therapy Services
Registrations are now being taken for our School Readiness Groups that are offered in Term 3 OR Term 4. The groups aim to develop your child's -

* fine motor skills * pencil grasp and drawing skills * pre-learning skills eg: counting, puzzles) * gross motor skills * independence with self care skills (eg: dressing) * visual perceptual skills (eg: reversals) * group/ turn taking skills * one hour per session - eight sessions per term. * Maximum 4 students per group (minimum 2 students to run a group)

Begin Bright School Readiness & Primary Tutoring Centres

July School Holiday Workshops
2 hours sessions $25 Includes all craft material and drinks
All day session $65 Includes all craft material, drinks, lunch and afternoon tea
Please wear clothes that can get messy

Click here for full program.

Art Umbrella School of Performing Arts Studio (South Drama)
AP Academy
Australian Music Schools
C & M Aquatic Centre
Calm for Kids
Child Revive First Aid 
CleverStuff Educational Toys 
CCK Tutoring
Curves
Danny Dimple Dares to Dream
Drab2Fab Image Consulting
Edspecially 4U
Ezyshaid
Fitabulous Personal Training
First Aid For You 
Fitness 4 Mums With Bubs 
Happy & Healthy Wellbeing Centre
Hire For Baby
Kids Aquatic Survival School 
Kindermusik with Shirley 
Little Ballerinas 
Little Kickers Sutherland
Little Rock Star 
Maternitywear.com.au 
Menai Swim Academy 
Miffy The Movie
Musica Viva In Schools
Playsafe Kids 
Soccajoeys 
Sutherland Business Training Centre
Sutherland Shire Home Tuning & LPG Centre
Sutherland Shire Ironing Service  is now offering dry-cleaning and mending. We are now a "One Stop Shop" for ironing, drycleaning and mending! All picked up from your home and returned beautifully organised ready to pop back into the cupboard. For further information, please call 9528 9973 or visit our website www.ssironing.com.au

Tips For New Dads

Being a dad is the most rewarding, challenging and important job you will ever have.

The way we behave with our kids will have a big effect on them, on what they do, how they feel about themselves, and how they turn out. Studies have shown that children whose fathers spend time with them and show that they are interested in them do better at school, are happier and more confident and have higher self-esteem.

Many fathers and soon to be fathers have lots of love and good intentions to offer their families. They have an idea of what a "good father" is and the type of experiences and relationships they would like with their children. However, like all new jobs they may want to be "good dads" but may be uncertain how.

Children need fathers who:

• Spend time with them
• Encourage them
• Show them love
• Listen to them
• Are interested in them
• Are realistic in their expectations of them
• Are fair and firm
• Respect their feelings
• Help them feel safe and protected so they may explore, learn and grow

Children also need fathers as role models/mentors or teachers to help them:

• Learn about relationships
• Learn about masculinity
• Learn about sexuality
• Learn about important life skills

What can I do?

• Slow down - put things into perspective and make time to enjoy being a dad to your baby or young child
• Get involved right from the start. Sing, read and talk to your baby regularly and make the bond early. Your relationship with him/her will be better for it
• Make time and talk with your father and other fathers or expectant dads about their experiences of fatherhood and how it changed their life
• Have a look at the other priorities in your life and consider whether they are compatible with your new life and your partners expectations of fatherhood