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Welcome to the Rainbow Centre
Specialists in conductive education helping children with Cerebral Palsy throughout the South of England.
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Archive Page 4
These pages will contain items archived from past "latest news" and "past events" pages. Archived items will not necessarily be in chronological sequence!
National recognition for Magdi
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On September 15, 2007, at a special award ceremony in London, Rainbow Centre Service Manager, Magdi Kovacs was presented with the "Special Needs Professional of the Year" award. The presentation event was at Parkstead House, part of Roehampton University. The award ceremony was organised by "EYE" (Early Years Educator) and Magdi's specific award was sponsored by Pensord Press.
Congratulations to Magdi for her achievement, and the additional recognition this brings to the Rainbow Centre!
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Magdi with her award |
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Rainbow Garden Opening & unveiling of "Lion Bill"
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On Thursday 20 September 2007, in front of parents, children, staff and representative of the funders, the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire, Mrs Mary Fagan J.P. declared the Garden of Rainbows open. The garden is full of specialist play equipment, linked with sensory flower beds. Other guests included the Mayor of Fareham - Cllr Katrina Trott, the Captain of HMS Collingwood - Commander Steve Kirby and representatives of many of the organisations who had provided funding. The garden was made possible by a Peoples' Millions Lottery grant, and Meridian TV were on hand to record the event for their news programmes.
Follow this link for the "Opening page..."
Two Days later at a separate ceremony "Lion Bill" was unveiled. Follow this link for "Lion Bill ..."
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Wild Hogs in Town
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On Saturday 21 April, the Eagle Riders - a group of Harley Davidson owners rode into Port Solent to promote the opening of the new road film - "Wild Hogs". They used the opportunity to publicise their future "Lands End to John O'Groats" ride which will raise money for the Rainbow Centre.
More details are available on their website ... or in their newsletter ...
Lending her support, Helen Somerset How also arrived in style on the back of a Harley!
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Helen en-route
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Some of the Eagle Riders |
Promoting the Rainbow Centre
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Promoting "Wild Hogs"
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Eagle Riders spring Birthday surprise
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Recently, the Eagle Riders were asked to help in making an 80th birthday one to remember. 80 year old year old Ken Johns from Lee on Solent had no idea of the surprise until 20 Eagle Riders arrived at his home on their Harleys.
The look on Ken's face was total amazement as the bikes just kept coming around the corner into his road, revving their engines as they lined up for Ken. Ken was then told that the bikers had to leave for a parade ride but the good news was that Ken was going with them. It was all over too soon and after delivering Ken back home, the bikers sang "Happy Birthday" and left him to digest the visit. As a result of this birthday surprise, Ken's family made a donation to the Rainbow Centre.
Tony Oakshot of the Eagle riders said - "This is the sort of event The Eagle Riders like to get involved in and it makes all the difference when a donation is made to charity".
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Donation from the Rotary Club of Gosport
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The Rotary Club of Gosport arranged a very successful Las Vegas-style Cabaret and Dinner Dance at the Palmerston Bowling Centre, raising nearly £1500 for the Rainbow Centre.
After a tour of the facility with Helen Somerset-How , Rotary President Gordon Lenn commented on the pioneering work being carried out, which he described as "inspirational", adding that the Rotary Club was delighted to be able to help. |
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President Rotarian Gordon Lenn presenting a cheque for £1445 to Helen. Organiser of the event was Rotarian Malcolm Chapman, on the left, with Junior Vice-President Clive Evans on the right. |
Gordon canvasses for new members! |
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| Parcelforce "Special Delivery" |
During a fundraising evening at Christmas the employees of Parcelforce Worldwide held a raffle with prizes donated by local businesses. They also had a couple of fun activities. They managed to raise £480 on the night, which was then matched by Parcelforce Worldwide bringing the total raised to £960.00
The two pivotal employees who helped to organise the event were Richard Goodman and Lynda Boyt. They visited the Centre recently and were given a guided tour to see first hand the excellent work done with the children. They both commented that "they were happy to support such a worthwhile charity and felt we were worthy of their continued support in the future"
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Richard and Lynda of Parcelforce
present the cheque to Julie |
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| Tyco Toy-time! |
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Thank you to Tyco Healthcare, who kindly donated just over £500 for us to buy toys and equipment for the children. We purchased various non-slip mats and some toys to help the children with their balance. Diane, Jo and Wendy visited the Centre and watched the children unpack some of the items.
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| Cold start for Jan! |
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Jan Almond - one of our long -time supporters braved the sea temperature on New Year's day at Lee-on-Solent to raise £260 for the Rainbow Centre. Thank you Jan. |
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Sponsors 
Magdi celebrates 10 years
18th Birthday Street Party
18th Birthday Masquerade Ball
Warm weather for Golf Day Rainbow Garden opening.
Magdi presented with certificate by OFSTED.
Ofsted "Hat Trick" Click below to see reports.
Ofsted 5/10/2006...
Ofsted 29/11/2005 ...
Ofsted 10/1/2005 ...
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Who's who? Meet the staff...
Our children. Stars of the week...
Big Lottery - Breathing Places -
Play Away WILD.
More ...
Join the Rainbow Circle and smile every day. More ...
"The National Will Writing Company" supports Rainbow.
See Bequests & Legacies ...
Latest Events
Vlive Street Party Story ...
plus - More photos ...
Rainbow Ball Photos ...
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