Skcin launches MASCED the UK’s first online melanoma and skin cancer education programme with hair, health and health industry

Charity calls for professionals to receive Melanoma and Skin Cancer early detection Education with MASCED accreditation program

Skin cancer is the UK’s most common and fastest rising cancer. Melanoma, the deadliest form of the disease is now one of the biggest cancer killers in 15-34 year olds. Experts estimate that by 2024, melanoma will become one of the most common forms of all major cancers. If caught early, there is an excellent chance of survival, yet people often don’t know what to look for and how to spot the early signs and symptoms. 

Skcin, the country’s leading prevention and awareness skin cancer charity, is launching the UK’s first online accreditation aimed at the hair, health and beauty industry. As pioneers in educational intervention, this will be the charity’s fourth national accreditation scheme.

More than a quarter of a million people are employed across the hair, health and beauty industry sector and see clients up-close on a regular basis. These professionals have the opportunity to observe changes that may occur on their clients skin, particularly in areas that clients may not be able to see themselves and this puts them in a powerful position. By taking the time to swot up on skin surveillance and learn how to identify suspicious lesions, these professionals could detect the early signs of skin cancer and advise their client to take action. This could prevent disfigurement through surgery and in the case of spotting melanoma early, save lives.

Launching in January 2018, Skcin is calling for organisations and individuals to register their interest online at WWW.MASCED.UK to take part in the accreditation scheme and receive the easy to access online training.  They will receive FREE information and expert training through the MASCED programme on how to encourage their clients to be skin aware, good skin safety practices, what changes to look for in their client’s skin and referral advice.

Dr.Nyla Cosmetic Dermatology Doctor and founder of Medispa in Wilmslow said: “Therapists are in a privileged position seeing their clients skin close up on a regular basis. I support Skcin and MASCED.UK and know this unique programme can save lives through early detection.”

Toni & Guy in Wilmslow have registered.  Becky Kuk Owner, said: “We are delighted to be part of this innovative programme.  It makes such sense.  Hairdressers are in a perfectly placed to see their clients scalps and to advice on any unusual marks they may see”

Harris & Ross physiotherapists also registered with the programme, Jeff Ross (clinic director) said: “We treat all kinds of injuries and complaints, which means we often work on parts of the body which are difficult to monitor such as backs, necks and shoulders. Being able to refer our patients when we spot something we believe needs attention is a fantastic initiative and one we are so pleased to be involved with.”

Beauty Boutique, in Alderley Edge was one of the first beauticians to register.  Jenny Quarrell and Jenny Lennard, co-owners said “We feel this programme enables us to give our clients the best advice on the overall care for their skin.  This is a welcome extension of the advice we give.”

Claire Dale, Campaign Manager at Skcin said: “I am passionate about early detection and awareness after losing my Mum to this deadly disease. If MASCED had been around when my Mum was visiting her beautician and hairdresser regularly maybe her melanoma could have been detected early. My goal is to make MASCED to be a standard part of training for health and beauty professionals”

Marie Tudor said: “This programme fits with the Government’s 2020 Skin Cancer Vision which looks to make positive steps in combating skin cancer.  One vital issue that has been identified is how to improve the early detection of melanoma.   I believe our MASCED accreditation programme will make a huge difference and is positive addition to our portfolio of existing educational intervention schemes and resources.

To find out more about the programme visit MASCED.UK or contact: claire.dale@skcin.org

About Skcin

Melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer Charity set up in 2006 in memory of Karen Clifford.  Dedicated for over 10 years to the prevention and early detection of all types of skin cancer through their bespoke and diverse national accreditation campaigns.

·         Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in Britain

·         Melanoma is now one of the biggest cancer killers in 15-34 year olds.

·         Disproportionate numbers of younger people are affected.

·         Advanced melanoma is very difficult to treat.

·         Early detection of melanoma is vital to improve prognosis

·         In 2016 13,000 new cases of non-melanoma skin cancers were diagnosed in the UK.

·         In 2016 over 2,000 people died of melanoma.

www.masced.co.uk

Queens Park School completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Queens Park School in London have completed Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by reading the book 'George the sun safe superstar' to each class and completing the linked lesson plan and work / activity sheets provided.

“We used these plans to deliver one off sessions throughout the school we used the story in the same manner you might employ a social story for younger child in eyfs we will use these every spring summer term excellent resources thank you

(Stella Wilson - Queens Park School) 16th November 2017

Queens Park School completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Queens Park School in London have completed Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by reading the book 'George the sun safe superstar' to each class and completing the linked lesson plan and work / activity sheets provided.

“We used these plans to deliver one off sessions throughout the school we used the story in the same manner you might employ a social story for younger child in eyfs we will use these every spring summer term excellent resources thank you

(Stella Wilson - Queens Park School) 16th November 2017

Queens Park School completes Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Communication With Parents

Skcin are pleased to announce that Queens Park School in London have completed Step 2 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by sending home with each child: a copy of their Sun Safety Policy, a letter about the scheme and Sun Safety Information.

“We used the resources to create better awareness by handing out booklet and creating a parents display in our school office we used the hydration guidelines to advise active travellers on our tfl projects and implemented a shorter sports day in response to guidelines set in july

(Stella Wilson - Queens Park School) 16th November 2017

Queens Park School completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Safety Policy

Skcin are pleased to announce that Queens Park School in London have completed Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by creating a Sun Safety Policy using our easy, online policy maker.

“This was extremely useful and great for creating an updated version of our school sun policy. I would really recommend this resource.

(Stella Wilson - Queens Park School) 16th November 2017

SUN SAFE SCHOOLS LAUNCH SHADE PROJECT

The provision of shade plays an important part of a schools obligation to provide a sun safe environment for their pupils. As part of our Sun Safe Schools national accreditation scheme, Skcin have worked closely with thousands of primary and pre-schools on all aspects of sun safety and have launched the Sun Safe Schools Shade Project with our Shade Partner UVR, to help provide accessible and cost effective shade solutions.

Children spend a great deal of time outdoors at schools and/or pre-school during the Summer months, often when UV penetration is at it’s peak (between 11am and 3pm) and the provision of shade is a key element of the five S’s of Sun Safety we teach our children to enjoy the sun safely.

We know from experience key challenges for schools to implement shade structures are cost and local council planning permission and with this in mind

Skcin are pleased to offer this cost effective solution that’s made to fit with posts of 2.4 metres removing in the vast majority of cases, the need for planning permission.

Discounted, high quality, accredited and hassle free, supplied and installed by one of the countries most trusted educational play equipment suppliers - Fawns and manufactured by one of the worlds leading UPF fabric manufacturers Coolaroo - Skcin are pleased to be working in association with UVR to bring these quality shade solutions to the UK market and get schools on-board with the Shade Project.

Our stylish and durable, Knitted Sail Shades give 90% UV protection. Fix to walls, trees, fences, posts with our easy attachment accessories, or use one of our Sail Shade Poles. Got a square, triangular or rectangular space? Or perhaps yours is the awkward kind, a space you’re not sure what to do with? We’ve got you covered. Our shade sails come in a range of shapes, sizes and colours to create an affordable architectural statement, but most importantly an effective shade solution.

We provide a range of sail canopies that are easy to assemble and offer excellent value for money. Our shade sails can be designed to include activities, seating and tables being added at any time to enhance the area.

50% of all net profits are donated directly to Skcin, to assist the us in the fulfilment of our national Sun Safe Schools and Nurseries accreditation schemes - developed by Skcin to assist schools and parents in working together to educate children on the importance of sun safety and prevent skin cancer.

To find out more and get in touch, please visit: sunsafeschools.co.uk/shade

Skcin; The Karen Clifford Skin Cancer Charity | Skcin.org

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New partnership to promote skin cancer awareness to school pupils

The School of Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences (PBS) has launched a new initiative to engage, educate and enhance local communities, and is set to run its first community volunteering project in collaboration with Skcin , a leading UK skin cancer awareness charity.  This project, part of the 3Es public engagement initiative, will also assist Skcin in the delivering and roll out of their Sun Safe Schools Accreditation

Pupils from primary and secondary schools across Merseyside will take part in this 3Es engagement project. Skcin trained LJMU student volunteers will be working with key stage 1 and 2 pupils to broaden their understanding of UV and reinforce sun safety through fun interactive workshops and assemblies which will involve telling stories and teaching the children the ‘slip, slop, slap’ song. Pharmacy practice students will also be engaging with secondary schools to assess their current knowledge and understanding of UV, skin cancer and sun bed use, before delivering workshops to explore the science behind harmful UV rays and sun screen. The overall aim is to promote the fact that prevention is better than cure and education can lead to early detection and reduce soaring incidence rates of skin cancer in the UK.

Professor Satya Sarker, PBS School Director said “Liverpool John Moores University acts as a catalyst for positive social change, and enhances life, aspirations and prospects within our communities.  We also encourage active citizenship in students and staff.  The project with  Skcin involving our academics, students and local schools is a great example of this impact.”

Marie Tudor, Business Development Manager at Skcin said,  “This is an important collaboration with Liverpool John Moores University to improve the health and wellbeing of our local communities. Skin cancer rates are rocketing, with Liverpool displaying some of the UKs highest incident rates but 85% of skin cancers are preventable. Education is the key to saving lives and helping us to address this major public health concern. Through education we can evoke a cultural change and shift in attitude towards sun safety, which will help to reverse the soaring rates of skin cancer for current and future generations.”

A public seminar presenting the project findings will take  place in 2018.  

Follow the project on twitter @LJMU3Es

Webpage www.ljmu.ac.uk/3Es

    From left to right: Dr Ian Bradshaw, Mrs Marie Tudor (Skcin), Mr Bob Morris, Dr Laura Randle, Dr       Kehinde Ross, Prof. Satya Sarker and Dr Fyaz Ismail (PBS)

·         Follow us on twitter @LJMU3Es

·         Webpage www.ljmu.ac.uk/3Es

Cavendish Close Infant and Nursery School completes Step 4 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation - Lesson Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Cavendish Close Infant and Nursery School in Derby have completed Step 4 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation by reading the book 'George the sun safe superstar' to each class and completing the linked lesson plan and work / activity sheets provided.

“We have always made good use of the available resources. Over the years, we have created our own resources as well. Every classroom has a sun safety display. Our children can talk articulately about why it is important to stay safe in the sun. We hold an annual sun safety poster competition. Posters are laminated and displayed.

(Christina Diffin - Cavendish Close Infant and Nursery School) 21st August 2017

Cavendish Close Infant and Nursery School completes Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation - Assembly Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Cavendish Close Infant and Nursery School in Derby have completed Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation by conducting a whole school assembly to introduce the scheme and the importance of Sun Safety to the children.

“We conduct several assemblies throughout the year reminding our children about the importance of staying safe in the sun. We have a sun safety themed week every year. Our children love the george the sun safe superstar story.

(Christina Diffin - Cavendish Close Infant and Nursery School) 21st August 2017

Congratulations to Tiny Toez @ Westfield who have just renewed their Sun Safe Nurseries Accreditation.

Skcin are pleased to announce that Tiny Toez @ Westfield in Staffordshire have renewed their Sun Safe Nurseries Accreditation. The accreditation has been awarded to the nursery as they have completed the necessary steps to ensure their pupils and employees are educated on the importance of sun safety and that a suitable sun safe environment and policy is put in place and reviewed annually.

Skcin’s Sun Safe Schools, Sun Safe Nurseries and Sun Safe Workplaces national accreditation schemes are dedicated to educating at risk groups and future generations on the importance of sun safety to prevent skin cancer and promote early detection of the disease.

Tiny Toez @ Westfield Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Tiny Toez @ Westfield for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Tiny Toez @ Westfield has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:

“Tiny Toez @ Westfield have given out all their Sunsafe letters and fact sheet to their parents and carers in their setting. They have been signed and returned and are now kept in the managers office and are easily accessible. The Sunsafe information will be given along side the enrollment forms to the new children that join the nursery. ”

(Hayley Ferns - Tiny Toez @ Westfield)

“Tiny Toez always keeps spare sunhats and sunscream at the nursery. The parents are always reminded to provide their own appropraite sunscreen however the nursery will always have high appropraite factor available. The staff in the setting are good role models and will demonstarte to the children how to put the suncream on themselves and will always tell them the importance of sunhats and protection. Shaded areas are provided during outdoor play and water is provided at all times too. The staff have been reading George the Sunsafe Superstar to the children. ”

(Hayley Ferns - Tiny Toez @ Westfield)

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Writtle Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Writtle for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Writtle have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.

“Our children enjoyed looking at the book and singing the song. It has really engaged them and they have a better understanding of sun safety.”

(Rachel Broome - Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Writtle)

“We will continue to ensure our children and families are aware of sun safety.”

(Rachel Broome - Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Writtle)

Celtic Manor taking Sun Saferty seriouolsy for their outdoor workers.....

Some of educational intervention work with British and International Golf Green keepers Association.

Please see the link

http://www.skcin.org/downloads/GI-August-2017.pdf

Congratulations to Heygarth Primary School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Heygarth Primary School is now a Sun Safe School.

“Excellent programme designed to promote sun safety with children in our school. I hope that the children remember what they have learnt for when they are playing at over the summer holidays. Our pta have purchased a legionaries sun hat and water bottle for every child in the school as a direct result of us taking part in this programme this year. These will be gifted to our children in september. We will definitely be teaching these lessons and assembly next year! Thank you.

(Hazel Beamish - Heygarth Primary School) 2nd August 2017

Little Voices Nursery Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Little Voices Nursery for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Little Voices Nursery have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.

“The children adore this song and have caught on to the catchy tune already. This definitely is effective for enthusiasm for sun cream as this can be a tedious task for the children to stand and have cream applied. The book is very popular and encouraged lots of role play in the nursery ”

(Emily Stevenson - Little Voices Nursery )

“The resources in this scheme will be used regularly to encourage and promote sun safety within our nursery ”

(Emily Stevenson - Little Voices Nursery )

Kiddi Caru Caldecotte is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Kiddi Caru Caldecotte for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award

“the service was great, we didn't know about the award and just stumbled across it I feel more nurseries would benefit from implementing the things in supporting children and families. we will also be informing our local press about our award.”

(Lucy Clarke - Kiddi Caru Caldecotte)

Step By Step Nursery is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Step By Step Nursery for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award

“I feel this has been very rewarding to achieve. Sun safety is very important to all of us but especially to children who attend nursery. We are teaching them to care for themselves and gaining our sun safety status has helped them to understand the importance of applying sun cream, wearing a sun hat and putting on a t-shirt. I would love to see more awards like this to support children's learning a great idea Thank you.”

(Katy KEELER - Step By Step Nursery)

Congratulations to Grange Community School who have just renewed their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Grange Community School in Staffs have renewed their Sun Safe Schools Accreditation by ensuring their pupils are educated on the importance of sun safety and that a suitable sun safe environment and policy is put in place and reviewed annually.

“As always the children and parents have responded well to sun safety in school. As we have implemented the Sun Safe scheme for the past few years, older children now inform new starters to the school and parents automatically take more care when sending the children to school in hot weather... which is fantastic! Every year we adapt the policy from the previous year and ensure parent's letters are updated, sent to parents and put on the school website. Teachers ensure sun safe activities are in their planning in the summer term and assemblies are carried out. As a school we think it is an invaluable resource. Thank you!

(Bev Bateman - Grange Community School) 26th July 2017

Congratulations to Dunham-on-Trent CofE Primary School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Dunham-on-Trent CofE Primary School is now a Sun Safe School.

“A brilliant resource - really well presented and organised. I liked the simplicity of the policy generator, and the fact that the ks2 resources were more challenging. Thank you

(Julia Wallace - Dunham-on-Trent CofE Primary School) 25th July 2017

Congratulations to Netherfield Infant School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Netherfield Infant School is now a Sun Safe School.

“The children have developed their knowledge on how to keep safe in the sun. They enjoyed the activities and especially enjoyed the book and song. It has been a very useful and effective scheme.

(Rosie Davies - Netherfield Infant School) 21st July 2017

Congratulations to Kempston Rural for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Kempston Rural is now a Sun Safe School.

“The website with the 4 steps has been incredibly useful when educating the children about sun safety. The pre-formatted resources have saved time and offered a clear proforma to follow. The children have enjoyed the activities and teaching elements and the letters to keep parents informed were a useful addition.

(Katie Seddon - Kempston Rural ) 21st July 2017

Swanage Primary School completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Assembly Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Swanage Primary School in Swanage have completed Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by conducting a whole school assembly to introduce the scheme and the importance of Sun Safety to the children.

“The resources for the whole school assembly were fantastic! It enabled us to create the plan very easily and very quickly. We used the powerpoint for the assembly and it made a great backdrop behind the children on the screen. Our class sang the slip slop slap song so loud that we did not need to use the music to accompnay them on the day. We included lots of the essential top tips for avoiding sunburn, and lots of interesting sun facts that we found in the sun safe literature. It was a very informative assembly and was thoroughly enjoyed by the whole school and the parents and grandparents, aunties and uncles of the children in our class! We were given lots of compliments and positive feedback. At the end of the assembly we did a q&a session, asking questions to the whole school to see what they could remember to stay sun safe. It was so much fun to do, the children really enjoyed it!

(Susannah Hill - Swanage Primary School) 20th July 2017

SUN SAFE SCHOOLS VIDEO COMPETITION WINNER OAKFIELD HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE

Skcin would like to extend their congratulations to Oakfield High School and College for their fabulous work and winning video entry. We are delighted to provide the school with their winning package of extra resources including; activity books and stickers, George the Sun Safe Superstar books and board game, as well as a UV sun station, sunscreen and dispenser. Marie Tudor from Skcin commented, “The children have clearly worked hard to show us the Sun Safe messaging they have learnt via the Sun Safe Schools scheme and we couldn’t be more pleased to provide them with further resources for their efforts. The school has renewed their annual accreditation this year, showing a continued commitment to the scheme and sun safety, proving very worthy winners” :)

 

 

Joanne Taylor, pictured with the children who helped create the video is the school’s Sun Safe Co-ordinator and has personally got behind the project having been diagnosed with Malignant Melanoma 10 years ago, aged just 33. 

“It is something that I feel passionate about, having been personally affected by the diagnosis. 10 years on, I am one of the lucky ones and have had no further occurrence, however not everyone is so fortunate” commented Joanne.

“We are thrilled to have come first in this competition. This is our second year being recognised with the Sun Safe Certification. We as a School and College share the same thoughts in relation to sun safety and believe that teaching young people is extremely important, in terms of our overall well-being. We are ensuring that our young people have the understanding and knowledge that is so important and feel that we all have a duty of care to ensure that the health of our individuals is promoted across the curriculum. Repetition of driving this subject forward has proven to be a success with our young people, the activities, assemblies and constant reminders through our school newsletter and website, has really got our parents involved too.

“I was extremely grateful to all the staff involved in the Production of the video. Charlotte Lomas produced a video which captured the students enthusiasm for the events which took place around Sun Safety and evidences her creativity”.

The children involved told Joanne how much fun they’d had taking part in the video and activities and wanted to let people know “it’s not nice when you get burned - damage to your skin is bad and to always keep shoulders covered, wear sunscreen and a hat!”

Well done to all the ‘Sun Safe Superstars’ at Oakfield High School and College – what a great way to end the academic year -  we wish you all a wonderful, Sun Safe, Summer holidays J

Congratulations to Moulton Chapel Primary School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Moulton Chapel Primary School is now a Sun Safe School.

“Moulton chapel primary school has become very proactive about sun safety over the past 8 years. It has been our unwritten policy that all children must wear a hat to protect them from the sun, parents are encouraged to apply sun cream at the start of the school day and to have sun cream with them to apply during the day. Over the years there have been many grumbly children who have not been allowed out in full sun at playtime because they had forgotted their own hat! The sun safe schools accreditation scheme has been fantastic in providing resources and a focus throughout the last term to enable us to fully embed sun safety within the school. It pushed us to purchase legionnaire caps to provide each current child with a school cap - and we have purchased sufficient to provide caps for several years to come. Sending the sun safe policy home to parents also heightened parents' awareness and given us their written support. On our summer outings this year we overheard many positive comments from the general public on the fact that our children were protected by their school caps. Maybe we made others think about whether they should be protecting their own and their children's heads and skin too? The resources and scheme in general have been invaluable to us. Uv monitoring apps have been downloaded onto class ipads and these are used by the children daily to inform what protection is required. This is something they will take forward with them into their adult life and will inform their own parenting in the fullness of time. Thank you.

(Lesley Mackenzie - Moulton Chapel Primary School) 18th July 2017

Congratulations to Mitchell Brook Primary School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Mitchell Brook Primary School is now a Sun Safe School.

“I can truly say, this has been one of the best websites for resources and information i have come across. It really has it all. Had lots of fun using this product and loved the profiles.

(Finola Ryan - Mitchell Brook Primary School) 18th July 2017

Moulton Chapel Primary School completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Assembly Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Moulton Chapel Primary School in Spalding have completed Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by conducting a whole school assembly to introduce the scheme and the importance of Sun Safety to the children.

“The resources have proved to be fabulous in heightening the awareness of children and their families on the importance of being safe in the sun. The slip slap slop song is loved by all! Parents willingly signed up to our whole school policy and we have provided every child in the school with a legionnaire cap bearing the school's logo. We feel that we also raised public awareness with our children all wearing their legionnaire caps on summer outings in the past couple of weeks. Lots of positive reaction from the general public. The resources have been useful for staff in educating the children on uv values and the children have been checking uv levels daily using a range of media - apps and weather websites. All incoming new parents have been advised of our sun safe policy and thoroughly approve.

(Lesley Mackenzie - Moulton Chapel Primary School) 15th July 2017

Congratulations to Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School is now a Sun Safe School.

“The sun safety scheme has been extremely informative and has provided our school with many resources and ideas. The scheme is very easy and user friendly. All children have enjoyed taking part in the different activities and lots of discussion and questions have taken place. The policy and letter for parents has worked well in our school giving parents a clear idea about the scheme and what we are aiming to do. I believe this scheme has proven successful in promoting sun safety and reminding children as well as parents the dangers of being in the sun for long periods of time.

(Paul Eaton - Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School) 12th July 2017

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Kiddi Caru Day Nursery for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Kiddi Caru Day Nursery have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.

“The children loved listening to the story and the song. The staff read the story to the children and reinforced the important message of why it is so important to look after our skin. Our older children are beginning to sing the song when they apply their sun cream and use language to describe what they are doing. The children also like to make sure they have a sun hat, and also find one for their friends to wear!”

(Emma Northwood - Kiddi Caru Day Nursery)

“The resources we have been provided with are extremely beneficial to the children and the song and story will be used regularly. We will also be looking at the additional resources available to us to support the children and their families awareness of sun safety. ”

(Emma Northwood - Kiddi Caru Day Nursery)

Horsted Keynes Preschool Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Horsted Keynes Preschool for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Horsted Keynes Preschool have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.

“A friend provided us with the song a while ago and since purchasing our new hats and implementing a new sun policy, we have been singing this with the children. Its lovely to hear them singing it to their siblings.”

(Clare Humphreys - Horsted Keynes Preschool)

“Horsted Keynes Preschool will regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to our children.”

(Clare Humphreys - Horsted Keynes Preschool)

Horsted Keynes Preschool is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Horsted Keynes Preschool for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award

“Everybody at Horsted Keynes Preschool would like to congratulate you on making the process and simple and fun one but most importantly for allowing us to teach such an important message to our children in a fun, informative way. Thank you ”

(Clare Humphreys - Horsted Keynes Preschool)

Congratulations to Bluebell Primary for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Bluebell Primary is now a Sun Safe School.

“The sun safe schools scheme has been brilliant and the children have thoroughly enjoyed learning about why they need to be sun safe. The documents that went home to the parents were very professional and we saw more and more children coming to school with their sun hats, water bottles and sun cream. The scheme has also raised awareness to school staff and they have been looking more sun safe as well now.

(Bradley Rea - Bluebell Primary) 11th July 2017

Congratulations to St John's Primary School who have just renewed their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that St John's Primary School in London have renewed their Sun Safe Schools Accreditation by ensuring their pupils are educated on the importance of sun safety and that a suitable sun safe environment and policy is put in place and reviewed annually.

“This is an effective scheme which our school fully engages in. Parents provide permission slips for sun screen and children have their own sun cream labelled with their name and class available throughout the day. Staff help guide children to apply sun screen effectively. School sun hats are worn and hats with neck protection are now available.

(Holly Stylianou - St John's Primary School) 8th July 2017

Congratulations to Oasis Academy Long Cross for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Oasis Academy Long Cross is now a Sun Safe School.

“The scheme is very good with amazing resources and guidance for teachers and healthy school leads to implement sun safety. All of the children responded with enthusiasm to the scheme and were eager to do activities and sang the songs. The scheme also gave us great ideas and resources for making a school display and involve children in making our school sun safe. We got good feedback from parents who also engaged with the new policy and requirements for their children to wear appropriate hats and sunscreen.

(Alicja Mackiewicz - Oasis Academy Long Cross) 4th July 2017

National Skin cancer charity, Skcin - working in association Melanoma Me

Skcin are delighted to be working in association with MelanomaMe.

MelanomaMe. is a counselling organisation based in the Sunderland and Washington areas covering the North East. It was founded by Kerry Rafferty and Elaine Taylor who will be working with Skcin as Ambassadors on a number of initiatives across the North East Region.

Kerry Rafferty, a 39 year mother of three, was diagnosed with melanoma - the deadliest form of skin cancer in 2015 and is passionate about raising awareness of the prevention and early detection of melanoma and helping others deal with the trauma this devastating disease causes patients and their carers. Kerry is a qualified Counsellor and Hypnotherapist and recently launched her own counselling service for melanoma patients.

Managing Director of MelanomaMe. Kerry commented “Because I was personally diagnosed with melanoma, I understand the stress and anxiety of such a diagnosis and how this impacts a person’s life. I want to spread the message of awareness and education of the disease and help provide a range of services for patients, from emotional and well-being support to help in claiming benefits”.

Marie Tudor, National Campaign and Business Development Manager quoted ”Kerry will be a valuable asset to supporting our goal in raising awareness. We already have a team of passionate Ambassadors and Kerry’s work compliments our own objectives to raise awareness of sun safety to promote prevention, early detection and diagnosis. We are proud to support the specialised services she offers, fulfilled and delivered by someone that truly understands the needs of a melanoma patient.

Elaine Taylor is a qualified Counsellor the fellow founder and Managing Director of MelanomaMe and works alongside Kerry Rafferty. 

Elaine commented “Seeing the effects Melanoma had on my friend and colleague Kerry, both physically and mentally was difficult emotionally. At the time, I didn't feel I knew enough about Melanoma to understand and support what Kerry was going through. Sharing and supporting her journey with her, gave me a much greater understanding. Kerry's passion for supporting others diagnosed with Melanoma, led her to approach me with the idea of setting up a counselling support service. We put our heads together and saw the need to raising awareness and I also believed Melanoma patients, family and friends would also benefit from this service, as they too have their own journey. 

MelanomaMe has 6 Counsellors, two support workers and one Holistic therapist, and an administrator.

Skcin and MelanomaMe will be working jointly on number of initiatives including a series of educational sessions delivered to companies across the North East, to engage over 10,000 employees over the next three months.

Over 86% of skin cancers are caused by over exposure to UV, meaning melanoma and all skin cancers are largely preventable. Education is key to changing these statistics and armed with targeted and measurable awareness programmes aimed at “high risk groups,” Skcin and MelanomaMe. aim to change behaviours, mitigate future healthcare costs and ultimately saves lives.

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Date:21/06/2017

MelanomaMe. Launch Event, Saturday 8th July 2017, 12.00pm-4.00pm

SES -   The Co-Op Centre, Whitehouse Road, SR2 8AH City of Sunderland

MelanomaMe and Skcin would like to invite local organisations to the launch of our new project; supporting Melanoma patients and their families and friends.This is also a networking opportunity for those organisations that wish to attend.

Media Contacts

Marie Tudor

Email:Marie.tudor@skcin.org

www.skcin .org

Kerry Rafferty

Telephone: 0191 511 1391 

Email:melanomame17@gmail.com

Congratulations to Blackpool Carers Centre for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Blackpool Carers Centre is now a Sun Safe School.

“On behalf of our centre we feel this scheme is invaluable in supporting us to provide awareness to our children and parents on being safe in the sun. We are working hard to have our staff trained in this area and providing awareness in an interactive and fun way to our children. Educating children at an early age is vital in reduces their risk in the sun and we will continue to raise this awareness.

(Hannah Fletcher - Blackpool Carers Centre) 30th June 2017

Hinckley Road Nursery is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Hinckley Road Nursery for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award

“This is an excellent program that I feel the local authorities should embrace to ensure all their settings are taking positive action to ensure they are spreading the important information about being safe in the sun. Any posters stickers and additional literature you can send us will certainly help us to further promote this practice at our family picnic which is taking places Monday 3rd July. Thank you again for the support and information.”

(Lorraine Weaver-Ennis - Hinckley Road Nursery)

Littledown School completes Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Lesson Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Littledown School in Slough have completed Step 4 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by reading the book 'George the sun safe superstar' to each class and completing the linked lesson plan and work / activity sheets provided.

“The children enjoyed the story of george the sun safe superstar and enjoyed watching the cartoon that went with the book as this helped to re enforce the book in a more engaging way. The lesson plans were easy to follow and allowed us to create some engaging resources to work alongside the activities and worksheets that were provided. The children enjoyed the lesson and activities and some enjoyed it so much that they wanted to continue with the activities after the allotted lesson. Some will be carrying on with them during our enrichment afternoon that is coming up.

(Jo Matthews - Littledown School) 29th June 2017

Little People Stanningley Completes Step 3 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Teaching Resources & Activities

Congratulations to Little People Stanningley for reading George the Sun Safe Superstar to all their children and introducing everyone to the ‘Slip, Slap, Slop song’.Little People Stanningley have also pledged to continue to regularly use the resources provided to reinforce the sun safe message to their children.

“The children in our school room are picking the words up really quickly. The children in our younger rooms are enjoying listening to our books. For the 1st summer we have 100% of parents/carers providing full suncream and hats for the children. ”

(Becky Farrell - Little People Stanningley )

“At Little People Stanningley we will ensure that the resources provided will be used on a regular basis to enforce the sun safe policy. All new families to the setting will be given a copy of the sun safe letter as part of their induction pack.”

(Becky Farrell - Little People Stanningley )

Treetops Nursery is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Treetops Nursery for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award

“We have really enjoyed the process of achieving our sun safe nursery status and the children have had lots of fun completing the activities, reading about George and telling their parents all about what they have learnt. The online format has been very easy to use and accessible for all members of staff ”

(Rachel Schofield - Treetops Nursery)

Ladywood Primary School completes Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation - Assembly Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Ladywood Primary School in Derby have completed Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation by conducting a whole school assembly to introduce the scheme and the importance of Sun Safety to the children.

“As well as our assembly at the end of spring term start of summer term 2017, since july 2016 we have included our policy and parent letter about sun safe as part of the new starter packs for nursery, reception and newcomers through the year. We also text and tweeted messages through the warmth of autumn 2016 and again during summer 2017. At lunchtime we have also put in place a shade time for each class, of course children can still sit in the shade at anytime, but this is to make sure all children are having time in the shade. Recently some children were invited to have a chat with our re/pshce/safety governor about safety and well-being and recalled sun safety as being important at school and out and about - recalling what they need to do to keep sun safe.

(Joanne Jerrom - Ladywood Primary School) 29th June 2017

Ladywood Primary School completes Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation - Assembly Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Ladywood Primary School in Derby have completed Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation by conducting a whole school assembly to introduce the scheme and the importance of Sun Safety to the children.

“As well as our assembly at the end of spring term start of summer term 2017, since july 2016 we have included our policy and parent letter about sun safe as part of the new starter packs for nursery, reception and newcomers through the year. We also text and tweeted messages through the warmth of autumn 2016 and again during summer 2017. At lunchtime we have also put in place a shade time for each class, of course children can still sit in the shade at anytime, but this is to make sure all children are having time in the shade. Recently some children were invited to have a chat with our re/pshce/safety governor about safety and well-being and recalled sun safety as being important at school and out and about - recalling what they need to do to keep sun safe.

(Joanne Jerrom - Ladywood Primary School) 29th June 2017

Ladywood Primary School completes Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation - Assembly Plan

Skcin are pleased to announce that Ladywood Primary School in Derby have completed Step 3 towards renewing their Sun Safe Accreditation by conducting a whole school assembly to introduce the scheme and the importance of Sun Safety to the children.

“As well as our assembly at the end of spring term start of summer term 2017, since july 2016 we have included our policy and parent letter about sun safe as part of the new starter packs for nursery, reception and newcomers through the year. We also text and tweeted messages through the warmth of autumn 2016 and again during summer 2017. At lunchtime we have also put in place a shade time for each class, of course children can still sit in the shade at anytime, but this is to make sure all children are having time in the shade. Recently some children were invited to have a chat with our re/pshce/safety governor about safety and well-being and recalled sun safety as being important at school and out and about - recalling what they need to do to keep sun safe.

(Joanne Jerrom - Ladywood Primary School) 29th June 2017

Layton Hill Completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe Nursery - Sun Hats, Sunscreen & Role Models

Congratulations to Layton Hill for issuing Sun Safety Fact Sheets to all their pupils. Layton Hill has also pledged to keep sun hats and sunscreen available for all their children and to act as role models with regard to sun safety:

“Parents from the setting have been provided with both the letter and fact sheet. A copy of this fact sheet has also been added to our Facebook page and laminated and placed in the nursery entrance for all parents and staff to access.”

(Ruth Murdoch - Layton Hill )

“The setting has hats for all children. The hats have a large peak and a piece of material on the back which protects the children's necks from sun exposure. Parents are asked to provide a sun cream for their child which is clearly labelled and dated and is kept at the nursery for use everyday. All staff are aware of the importance in promoting sun safety and follow the same guide lines.”

(Ruth Murdoch - Layton Hill )

Kempston Rural completes Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School - Sun Safety Policy

Skcin are pleased to announce that Kempston Rural in Kempston have completed Step 1 towards becoming a Sun Safe School by creating a Sun Safety Policy using our easy, online policy maker.

“It was very helpful having a policy outline to follow. It was also useful having the 'rationale' and 'government guidelines' sections to refer to when discussing the policy with the key decision makers in the school. The policy is straightforward, with the wording being simple to understand and follow for both those working within school and parents at home. It is also useful that there is an option to show that we are continuing to plan and investigate to both allow time for us to develop our policy and to show the parents that we are continuing to work on this.

(Katie Seddon - Kempston Rural ) 29th June 2017

Congratulations to Fairford Priamry School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Fairford Priamry School is now a Sun Safe School.

“The scheme has been very effective in educating children about the importance of sun safety but has also reminded staff and parents of the facts too. We actually had a parent who brought in sunscreen samples that she had acquired through her work at nhs. We held a whole school competition of colouring in the children, dressed appropriately and sunscreen was the prize, lessons were completed and majority of children are wearing sunhats whilst outside. Each class has a dedicated sunscreen box, and uv display which is regularly updated. There is also a large uv display which faces onto the playground to keep parents informed. I consider the scheme to have been very effective and a great way of embedding skin safety into the curriculum.

(Julie Fellows - Fairford Priamry School) 29th June 2017

Congratulations to Hamilton Primary School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Hamilton Primary School is now a Sun Safe School.

“Thank you for the support that you have provided. The scheme has had a massive impact on how we manage children in the sunny weather. We are now more aware of what can happen to children. The resources that this scheme has provided have been very helpful indeed. The 2 assemblies that we ran were supper and the children understood the message. Childrne are now much more willing to apply their own sun cream and parents are providing them with a small stock of cream to top up with during the day. The lessons plans were great and teachers have delivered the content. I also have a parent looking at providing shade options for the school and we aim to ask the parent's association to fund raise for this in the future. We will also be asking some children to monitor the uv count for a day. The website has been easy to use and i would like to thank the team for their support.

(Nick Hutchings - Hamilton Primary School) 27th June 2017

Congratulations to springfield junior who have just renewed their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that springfield junior in Derbyshire have renewed their Sun Safe Schools Accreditation by ensuring their pupils are educated on the importance of sun safety and that a suitable sun safe environment and policy is put in place and reviewed annually.

“Children are much more aware than before we were a sun smart school - ask any child the rules and they know them. Thank you for letting us be part of the scheme

(liz haines - springfield junior) 27th June 2017

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR UK NURSERIES AND PRE-SCHOOLS FOR BECOMING SUN SAFE!

It’s not just the schools that are working hard to create a sun safe environment and teachings - nationally, more and more nurseries and pre-schools are getting on board every day and completing their Sun Safe Nurseries Accreditation. Congratulations to the following settings who have gained their accreditation in the last few weeks - we thank them for their support and fabulous feedback! What an achievement! 

Little Explorers Nursery, Cardiff

Little Skylarks Nursery, Stroud, Gloucestershire

Kaleidoscope Nursery, Drighlington

Bright Kids Nursery, Leyton, London

Tiny Toez Nursery, Tipton

Hop scotch Nursery, Hove

Humpty Dumpty Nursery, Fellbridge

Skools Out, Fleetwood, Lancashire

Beaon Nursery and Cedars Pre Schools, Exeter

Deacham Day Care, Gateshead

Scotforth St Pauls Nursery, Lancaster

High Hopes Nursery, Gateshead

Acton for children Playgroup, Bedlington

Riverbank Childcare, Durham

The Old School Nursery, Sancton, Yorkshire

The Orchard Garden Nursery, Derby

Moores Pre School, Runcorn, Cheshire

Sutton on Sea Sandcastle Nursery, Lincolnshire

Little Grow Bags Nursery, Worcester

First Friends Nursery Chaddeson, Derbyshire

Jack in the box Nursery, Bournemouth

High Wych Pre-School, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire

Emmanuel Playgroup, Paddington London

Wembury Pre School, Plymouth

Lauriston Nursery, Dunfermline

Twinkle Tots, Rochford Essex

Little Newts, Rochford Essex

Oakwood School and Assessment Centre, Belfast

Sunbeams Playgroup, Spalding

Bebington Pre School, Wirral

Kiddies Corner, Herne Bay

Nurseries and pre-school settings can get on board by registering at: www.sunsafenurseries.co.uk

Cardiff University Day Care Centre is now an Official Sun Safe Nursery!

Congratulations to Cardiff University Day Care Centre for obtaining their Sun Safe Nursery Status & Award

“The process was easy for us mainly because we do everything you were asking for. I have already had parents return their slip and I only sent it out by e-mail earlier today. I am in contact with our publicity department for them to help publicise that we are now part of the scheme. The children are enjoying the story and asking questions and love the song. We will be doing the song several times every day and reading the story as well. The children even role played what they had to do in certain circumstances, such as, going to their trays to get out what they needed as in sun hat and cream, helping each other as to what they needed and what to do with the cream before going in the sun. We had one child with hat, glasses and cream and one child who had nothing. We then asked them who could go out and who had to stay in. They answered all correctly already. Our children are showing an excellent understanding already. I think this is a good idea but the only part I am con”

(Jacqui Kempa - Cardiff University Day Care Centre)

Congratulations to St Stephens CP School Saltash for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that St Stephens CP School Saltash is now a Sun Safe School.

“Our sunsafe journey has been taken on by the children really well. We have a uv monitor and have purchased sun cream for all classes for reapplication throughout the day. The policy and letter for parents was clear and concise and the resources for assemblies and teaching are excellent!

(Michelle Crowley - St Stephens CP School Saltash) 21st June 2017

Congratulations to Westmeads Community Infant School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Westmeads Community Infant School is now a Sun Safe School.

“We have been really impressed with the whole campaign. The resources have been excellent and so easy to use. We were wary of the amount of work that would be required at a busy enough time of year, but this has not been the case. The children sat for over half an hour during assembly when we introduced it to them and took part in the lessons with a sense of maturity and gravity even. We feel the message is a very important one and are glad to have been part of this process. We look forward to re-doing our accreditation next year!

(Kate Gowing - Westmeads Community Infant School) 21st June 2017

Congratulations to Seaham Trinity Primary School for completing their Sun Safe Accreditation!

Skcin are pleased to announce that Seaham Trinity Primary School is now a Sun Safe School.

“The scheme is well thought out with great resources. It has been very effective in school.

(Kim Kim - Seaham Trinity Primary School) 20th June 2017