Birthday Parties
Birthdays are very special in the lives of young children. It is also a way to teach the concepts of time and growth in your child. You may have your child’s birthday party at school during school hours – from 10:30 – 11:30am, preferably on a Friday. Discuss the party plans with the Principal and your child’s teacher ahead of time. The parties could consist of whatever the parents wish, ranging from simply bringing a birthday cake for the class to share, to bringing cake, ice cream, plates, forks, napkins, table cloths, decorations, chips, candies, music and loot bags, or even having a bounce-about on the playfield, etc. Our Teachers will assist in making your child’s party a fun event. The premises could also be rented for birthday parties on Saturdays (cost: Building Blocks parents $10,000 and others $15,000). The caretaker would be available to help with the setting up and clearing up after the party.
 
Class Parties

Traditionally, all grades have

(1) a Christmas party;
(2) a party for Child’s month, on the last day of May;
(3) an end of school year party in June; and
(4) an end of summer school party.

Classroom teachers send home information regarding these events, with requests for donations of food, drinks or cash to facilitate your child’s party.

 
Potty Training
Your child does not need to be potty trained to attend Building Blocks. Our policy is that we facilitate potty training, but do not initiate it unless the child is showing real interest. We will help you, on an individual basis with each child, but do not have potty time or a specific age that children must be trained by.
 
What Children Need to Bring

1.  Enough diapers and baby wipes for the day
2. A change of clothes (more if being potty trained)
3. A snack and juice/water, even if on the lunch programme.