A WREXHAM playgroup has been awarded the prestigious Healthy and Sustainable Pre-School Scheme National Award from Welsh Government.

Heulfan Playgroup Plus has received the award which is given for pre-schools who cover a wide range of health issues including, nutrition and oral health, physical activity/active play, mental and emotional health, wellbeing and relationships, environment, safety, hygiene and workplace health and wellbeing.

As well as focusing on these health areas they have also achieved another accolade through the ‘Tiny Tums Award’ in recognition of the food that is served at the pre-school.

READ MORE 

Louise Roberts, healthy pre-schools officer for Wrexham Council said: “Heulfan Playgroup Plus has shown that the general health and well-being of children and staff is at the forefront of the setting.

“The environment of the setting is lovely both indoors and outdoors. They embrace all initiatives that can help to influence practice in the setting and make the experience for staff and children extra special.

"I am sure they will continue to promote a healthy and happy environment for the children that pass through their care in the future.”

Nicola Griffith, supervisor at Heulfan Playgroup Plus said: “We are beyond grateful for the recognition we have received and will continue to encourage children, parents and staff to further develop and maintain a healthy lifestyle."

The Healthy and Sustainable Pre-School Scheme operates across Wales and it is managed by Public Health Wales and supported locally by Wrexham Council.