The South Bray Resource Centre

10/09/2026

31/08/2026

We transformed our old shed to a great outdoor play area for the children to play in.
This has created a wonderful space for them to explore, play and created ideas.
🌱 Benefits of Outdoor Play

Outdoor play is extremely important for children's overall development. It provides opportunities for children to be active, explore their surroundings and develop independence.

Physical development:
Running, jumping, climbing, balancing and throwing help children develop their gross motor skills, coordination, strength and balance.

Social development:
Playing outdoors encourages children to communicate, share, take turns, cooperate and develop friendships. Group games also help children learn how to negotiate and solve disagreements.

Emotional wellbeing:
Outdoor environments can give children space to relax, express themselves and build confidence. Successfully trying something new can give children a sense of achievement and independence.

Cognitive development:
Outdoor play encourages children to investigate, experiment, problem-solve and develop curiosity. Natural materials such as leaves, sticks, mud, sand and water provide endless opportunities for discovery and learning.

Special thanks to Crown Paints - If You Like It, Crown It - Bray and https://www.johnstonespaint.com/ Bray for the kindness of the Donation of Paint -

31/08/2026

Ready to stop fighting tech and make it work for you? 🔌✨Electronics aren't just gadgets—they are your ultimate life shortcuts. If you are ready to save time, clear mental clutter, and automate the boring stuff, it’s time to upgrade how you use your devices.

If you would like to sign up for this class starting Friday 18th September please call us on 01 - 286 7644 to register for the Autumn Term of Digital Skills.

12/08/2026

A partial solar eclipse will take place tomorrow, Wednesday, 12 August.
Looking directly at the sun can cause serious and permanent eye damage. If you plan to view the eclipse, always use certified solar eclipse glasses or a solar viewer and make sure children are supervised.
Ordinary sunglasses are not safe for viewing an eclipse. Never look directly at the sun through binoculars or a telescope.
Protect your eyes and enjoy the eclipse safely.

10/07/2026

Why don't you drop into us here in the South Bray next Friday morning and have a Cuppa and cake in great company. We would love to see you all and hopefully will have this as a regular event going forward.
All welcome

09/07/2026

If you have a child who will need a special class or school place in 2027 there is a new system in place to register. There is a new online portal to register your child. If you need support or help to access the portal please get in touch and we can give you some support / access to the internet. Have a look at the poster attached for more information

26/06/2026

Today is our Graduation Day here at Jolly Tots

Today you celebrate all you've learned and achieved. Be proud of how far you've come, and look forward with confidence to all the wonderful adventures ahead.

Watching you grow, learn, and shine has been such a joy. Keep being curious, kind, and brave as you take your next big step. Congratulations on this special milestone!

We are so proud of everything you've accomplished. Your hard work, smiles, and determination have brought you to this moment. Keep reaching for the stars—you can achieve amazing things!

We also had 4 Generations of the Fitzpatrick Family who have used our service from the start …
Nanny Linda, Nanny Jessica, Dad Ryan and his daughter Evie 🥰
Hannah Cowap

12/06/2026

Call in this morning Friday 12th June from 10am to South Bray Resource centre love to see you all ♥️🫶🏼♥️

05/05/2026

We had 2 (+1 ) very special guest in this morning for Story Time - Deirdre & Martina ( and their Bear )very kindly took the time to read to us this morning.... Pages were turned and imaginations were in over drive !

Importance of Reading & Wicklow County Council Library Service

Reading to small children and visiting libraries is crucial for cognitive development, vocabulary growth, and building lasting emotional bonds. Daily reading enhances literacy skills, focus, and creativity, while libraries provide free, accessible resources, community connection, and specialized programming to foster a lifelong love of learning.

If you were told that you could improve your child’s imagination, thinking ability, vocabulary, oral language, literacy skills, interpersonal relationships, empathy, attachment, and have great fun at the same time, you would rush to sign up for such an amazing programme. Imagine if you were told that you can do it yourself and it’s free? So, ‘what is this magic and where can I get some?’, you would ask.

Reading aloud to babies and young children will do all the above and more, and if you have access to a library, it can be completely free.

Contact :

Ballywaltrim Library
Boghall Road
Bray
Co. Wicklow
A98 DK31

Phone: (01) 272 3205
Email: [email protected]

Opening hours:
Monday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday 10:00am - 8:00pm
Thursday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday Closed