Foundations for Life: Resource List

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Below are lists of the resources required to set up each of the intended rooms within the 'Foundations for Life' centre. Monies donated or rooms sponsored would enable us to purchase these items and transport them over to Romania. If you would like to donate funds, sponsor the furnishing of a complete room-perhaps as a work, school or independent project or you feel that you have existing, unwanted alternatives for the listed items of furniture which you would like to donate then please contact us , referring to the 'Contact Us' page. Fire extinguishers and thick safety aprons and goggles are needed in the centre. It would be easier for the fire extinguishers to be purchased in Romania so a cash donation for these would be preferable . Kitchen A safe, well equipped room for theoretical and practical home economics. Fire blankets and extinguishers Fridge/freezer Sink and drainer Round table and chairs Long fitted worksurfaces with storage cupboards below 2 small inserted cookers and additional storage cupboards above 2 sets each of a range of different sized frying and sauce pans 2 sets each of a range of cooking utensils 2 sets each of plastic mixing bowls and measuring jugs 2 sets each of ceramic or pyrex serving dishes 2 sets each of a range of bun and roasting baking sheets and trays 2 sets of cooling racks 2 weighing scales with large bowls An array of spoons and other cutlery Microwave 2 sets of Oven gloves and heavy duty aprons Large number of t-towels, dishcloths and brushes Electric food mixer 2 x kettles Sandwich maker Toaster 2 x irons Waste bin Coasters Place mats Crockery set Crockery Mugs Food mixer Sewing Room A comfortable and practical well lit room in which experimental and planned project work with materials can take place. 3 sewing machines 4 comfortable chairs Free standing table for measuring and cutting large material Bookshelf/drawer housing a good selection of sewing patterns and information on sewing styles Electric Sewing Machine Dressmaking Scissors = 2 Sewing Tape Measures = 5 Good selection of sewing materials and implements Dressmakers bust Good selection of sewing consumables i.e. thread and material
Craft Room A warm and inspiring environment in which experimental and planned project craft work can take place. Display boards and shelving. Plain wooden floor boards able to withstand damage and paint/varnish spillage. 2 tables seating six at each 12 stacking chairs Bookcase housing craft ideas books and inspiration Display trolleys, cabinets, shelving housing various mixed media materials for craft activities Paper and card of various descriptions A good assortment of consumable items Scissors and other small hand tools and implements Aprons and hooks for storage PREFERABLY REGULAR DONATIONS FOR CONSUMABLES BUDGET
Art Room An inspiring natural wood environment in which experimental and planned project work with 2D and 3D Art can take place. Display boards and shelving. 4 painting easels A table for flat art work projects i.e. sketching, pastels () 6 natural wood chairs Shelving and storage for various art mediums, materials and art inspiration literature Pots, pallets and trays Maunal pottery wheels Kiln Paint brushes and other mark making implements Large drying rack Large paper storage cabinet Aprons with hooks Various paper/card/canvass Good selection of consumable arts equipment Sculpture implements i.e. spatulas,chicken wire.. Craft sink Posters Artist Books (various) = 4 Plastic Trays = 2 Large Paint Trays = 2 Woodwork Room Natural wood environment in which experimental and planned project work with wood can take place. Safety rules displayed by the entrance with the first aid kit prominently displayed. 2 long fitted L shaped natural woodwork benches-one high and one low level to accommodate wheelchairs Power points near to, under or above the work benches FIRST AID KIT 4 screw seat height adjustable stools A good variety and selection of electric and hand tools A good array of shelving of different heights Jars of nails, paints and other consumable items for Woodwork Shelving for materials A wooden floor crate to house off cuts of hard and soft wood Paint brushes, varnish, white spirit Lockable cabinet for sharp tools and corrosives Thick aprons and gloves Protective goggles Plans for woodwork projects i.e. 'How to Make ...' First aid kit Coat hooks for aprons Box for gloves and goggles Claw Hammers = 8 12 Piece Long Handle Precision Screwdriver Set = 8 4 Piece Screwdriver Set = 8 3 Piece Marking and Level Set = 4 Set of 2 Measuring Tapes (2m and 5m) = 8 Heavy Duty Gloves = 8 Pack 4 Screwdrivers = 3 5m Measuring Tape Ruler = 2 Pair of Combination Pliers = 6 Sandpaper Set - 20 Sheets = 1 Staple Guns with Staples = 4 High Visibilty Vests = 4 Pairs of Safety Goggles = 6 Heavy Duty Work Gloves = 10 Heavy Duty PVC Work Gloves = 12 Pair Waterpump Pliers = 3 8m Tape Measure = 1 5m Tape Measure = 1 Fixed Knife Sets = 2 5 Wood Chisel Set = 1 Combination Spanner Set - 22 Pieces = 1 Lounge/Reading/Music Room An inviting and comfortable room in which to study literacy and music on a formal and informal level. The room can be used for individual voice/instrument tuition, small group choirs or solo music listening. Pupils can be shown training or subject related knowledge videos and can access information on careers and personal development. Sofa Easy chair Book shelf/books Information on careers and personal development Book shelf/books Coffee table Television video Cabinets for head phones, instruments and tape recorders Electronic music equipment 3 Guitars 2 recorders pan pipes Melodica 1 shaker 1 music stand 4 games Organ or piano Music stands Variety of Instruments Easy board games Musical scores, lyrics	ICT Room A quiet well equipped room in which pupils can immerse themselves in planned teaching and investigation of ICT skills and information. Built in computer benches 4-6 computers 4-6 comfortable/supportive chairs Colour Photocopier Laminator Colour Printer Digital Camera Scanner Stationary cupboard/shelving Bookcase/shelving for ICT self help skills books and manuals Lists of interest/information websites on display boards Volunteers rooms 6 single beds 4 small bedside tables with mattresses 6 small lamps 4 small bins with lids 2 x clothes airers 2x shower curtains with rails 1 coffee table 1 large table 2 chairs Single duvet sets - duvet cover and pillowcase = 6 Bedside Lamp = 2

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