Class details
Tracy Carter
07747625962
Reading Fairy is now running in your area! The classes are very popular, so book early to avoid disappointment.
07747625962
07747625962
Reading Fairy is now running in your area! The classes are very popular, so book early to avoid disappointment.
Hello, I'm Tracy Carter, and I’m thrilled to be bringing Reading Fairy classes to Bexley in September 2017!
Bexley children have the chance to become some of the first in the country to join Reading Fairy's magical baby, toddler and preschool classes – and I can't wait to share my love of books with you all! I’ve always been a bookworm, and spent most of my childhood in libraries or curled up exploring new worlds with the help of a good book. After my English Literature degree, only a publishing career would do, and I’ve spent more than a decade working as a Book Editor, most recently for Rough Guides (part of Penguin Books).
When my daughter was born I realised I love sharing books with children even more than I love reading them myself! I read to both of my kids from birth, delighting in sharing classic picture books from my own childhood – “Peepo”, “The Tiger Who Came to Tea”, “Alfie Gets in First” – and discovering wonderful new books together – “I Will Not Ever Never Eat a Tomato”, “Superworm”, “Oi Frog!” What could be better than snuggling up with your child, seeing their joy as magical stories unfold before their eyes?
When my eldest child started school, I realised that all the books, storytelling, rhymes and word games had given her the best start – she was desperate to master reading herself so she could join in all the fun! Three years ago, I started volunteering in the School Library, keen to find ways to share our family love of books with other children, and then I discovered Reading Fairy…
I was completely bowled over when I first saw Emily, the original Reading Fairy, telling stories and exploring letter sounds with a group of mesmerised pre-schoolers. Reading Fairy’s pioneering programme uses the latest early years research to develop the crucial building blocks for learning to read, including phonics. We believe in learning through play and nurturing a love of books and reading for life!
BA (Hons) Degree in English, 2-1; University of Southampton
Book Editing (NUJ approved), Distinction; London School of Publishing
DBS Enhanced Certificate, 2017
Created by early reading experts, Reading Fairy classes are designed to develop crucial building blocks for learning to read from 1–5 years. Reading Fairy’s unique programme is based on the latest research and best early years practice. We believe in learning through play, and nurturing a love of books and reading for life.
At Reading Fairy baby, toddler and preschool classes in Bexley, every week is different. We use fun props and characters, original songs, nursery rhymes, sensory and performance storytelling, fun phonics, word games, picture books, talking and listening activities and more to engage and delight your child. Reading Fairy classes develop early literacy and communication skills, inspire a love of reading and help to prepare your child for starting school.
We work with leading organisations to run storytelling and picture book events for reading and literacy charities, libraries, publishing houses and educational establishments to support children’s reading. And Reading Fairy parties are a great way to celebrate birthdays and special occasions too!
Reading Fairy classes are paid as a block and work out as £7 each.
You're welcome to come along for a free, no-obligation trial before you commit to a term, and also to join up mid-term if spaces are available.
Reading Fairy Terms and Conditions/Policies
Reading Fairy’s Terms and Conditions aim to present a fair sustainable structure to all. We aim to provide the highest quality classes for all our customers, as is our need to secure the regular employment to secure the best Class Leaders and venues available.
We are committed to the safety of all persons who attend our lessons and to deliver the highest standard of service.
Participating in a Reading Fairy class is entirely at your own risk without any proven negligence, breach of duty of care or lack of due diligence by Baby Sensory Ltd., your local Franchise or its employees.
Payment Methods
Payment is through our online booking system.
Confirmation of place
If payment is made through any other way than card payment using the online booking system, your place will only be confirmed on full payment. An acknowledgment will be sent with payment details however booking confirmation will only be sent when payment is received. If you pay using the online booking system, you will receive an automated reply confirming your place.
Refunds
A course or event may be cancelled provided you inform the Franchisee in writing within 7 days of the course commencing. Please note there may be an administration charge of up to one class for any changes made.
You may offer your place to a friend as a gift provided you inform your Class Leader.
Thank you for your understanding and co-operation.
Holidays and sickness policy
Regrettably we cannot offer discounts or refunds to cover your booked holidays due to the need to ensure continuity of service.
You may offer your place to a friend who also has a child of suitable age to a session you know you are unable to attend. You would need to inform your Class Leader in this instance.
Twins discount
Reading Fairy offers local discounts for twins if brought by one adult sitting within the teaching circle.
A parent with twins will need to have either another adult or an arrangement with another parent, should they need to take one of the twins to the bathroom. The Class Leader can never be responsible for your child.
Supervision and withdrawal of service
All children must be supervised at all times and not left unattended. The Class Leader cannot be responsible for a child at any time. Regrettably as each of our classes are designed for babies, toddlers and preschools of specific ages, older siblings cannot attend unless specifically invited.
Should a carer or associated visitor behave in a way that the Class Leader feels is unreasonable then the company reserves the rights to withdraw the provision of classes to the client.
Renewals
No later than two weeks before your term runs out your class leader will ask you whether you wish to renew for another term. The Class Leader will inform you of the mechanism to rebook your space and payment terms. Note however that places remain on a first come first served basis.
Cancellation of Classes policy
Reading Fairy will endeavor to run classes during bad weather e.g. snowy conditions. However should we need to cancel due to safety concerns, parents will be notified/contacted (please check your local Reading Fairy Facebook page and make sure your phone number is kept up to date on our register).
An additional class will be offered if we have to cancel a class or refund against a future term's fees. Regrettably we cannot automatically offer cash refunds.
Illness
Parents are asked to keep their children at home if they have a serious infection and to inform the setting as to the nature of the infection so that other parents can be alerted.
Please keep your child at home if he/she:
Has symptoms of a possible communicable diseases such as:
We cannot offer a refund for a lesson missed due to illness. You may offer your place to a friend, who also has a child of suitable age, to attend the session. You would need to inform your Class Leader in this instance.
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
Reading Fairy has a commitment to ensure that the equipment and activities are value and worth to everyone regardless of race, culture, language, gender, age, experience, religion, background, ability or disability.
Data Protection
The information on this form contains personal data.
Reading Fairy will record, process and keep your personal information secure in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. Information will not be passed onto a third party unless you have opted in during the booking process.
Videos, photographs and confidentiality
We love you taking pictures or videos of your children during the course provided it doesn't interfere with the class. Please remember that Reading Fairy classes are educational, and excessive photography and videoing can disrupt the children's learning and enjoyment.
In addition please always be sensitive of taking pictures of others without their permission. If you are asked to stop, please do respect the rights of others.
In addition if the Class Leader feels that the amount of video is excessive, not just short clips, then you may be asked to stop. Please remember that much of the content of the class is under copyright and while we are very happy for you to practice at home, these are not to be incorporated into another public activity without our permission.
Protection of property
Please note that your property left in prams or bags is your responsibility and Reading Fairy cannot take any responsibility for the safeguarding of these items.
Health & Safety and Hygiene Policies
Reading Fairy follows rigorous internal checks of the venue and its own equipment to ensure that they are clean and safe. Daily Risk Assessments are conducted.
Reading Fairy asks all parents and carers to remove their shoes while in class in order to reduce the chance of transmission of microorganisms. Shoes need to be worn to visit the bathroom within class times and care exercised to avoid slips.
Changes to Terms and Conditions
Reading Fairy from time to time updates these T&Cs. It will inform you of changes through regular channels of communication and you have 14 days to opt out of accepting changes in writing. Failure to do so will entitle Reading Fairy to treat this agreement with you as being updated with the changes.
