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Welcome ... …to the October half term issue of Term Times, and an especially warm welcome to parents of primary school starters.

Packed with lots of interesting information, great suggestions for family days out and fabulous competitions, you will find our magazine in your little one's book bag just before each and every school holiday.

It seems a lifetime ago that my children started on their educational journey – but I do remember when October half term rolled around they were both exhausted and glad to have a break. I also recall our daughter being rather more keen than our son on returning after a week off!

Primary school is a really special time for our children. The amount my two have learnt both in and out of the classroom is astonishing.

It has also been a wonderful time on the other side of the school gates – the friendships I have made and support I have received are incredibly precious to me. Although it does mean Lincolnshire’s tea shop stocks have been considerably diminished, all in the name of supporting local commerce of course (or something like that!).

Your kids are going to love their new adventure and no, you probably haven’t bought enough cardigans, sweatshirts or socks.

To reiterate how wonderful our schools are, please take a moment to read through the stories about our amazing winners in the first Term Times Education Awards. We have found the amount of skill, intelligence and care taken to educate and nurture our children throughout the region is really quite humbling.

Have a wonderful break with your families and look out for our next issue out on 24 November.

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NEWS Trick or Treat at Serpentine Green Serpentine Green shopping centre in Peterborough is hosting the popular Trick or Treat event again this half term.

The fun event is being held on Friday 28 October, from 12 noon until 4pm.

Children are invited to don fancy dress and collect a special map from outside Boots, where they can also have their faces painted.

Youngsters then follow the map around the stores and use the list of spells, featuring magic words linking to each of the shops visited, on the Trick or Treat adventure.

Casting the spell using the magic words will be rewarded with a tasty treat. www.serpentine-green.com

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Term Times is always looking for stories about the great things that are happening in our local primary schools - and the teachers and pupils who are making them happen.

If you have news about your school send it to (steven@termtimes. ltd.uk).

If you have a high resolution photo to go with it all the better... then we can show AND tell.

Peterborough Firework Fiesta

Witches and Wizards is the exciting theme for half term at Church Farm, Stow Bardolph.

There will be storytimes, games and quizzes, free craft activities (Monday to Friday), pig racing, prizewinning fancy dress competitions and much more.

Alongside the half term fun will be regular attractions – animal encounters and tractor rides, indoor play area, undercover sandpit, straw play barn, new pedal tractor trail, trampolines and adventure play area or enjoy a wander around Church Wood.

Homemade cakes and lunches are available and there is a gift shop.

Bookings are being taken for the popular Father Christmas tea party and breakfast.

Peterborough's biggest and most spectacular community firework display is this year being held on the traditional bonfire night date, 5 November, at Peterborough Arena, East of England Showground.

Established as the region's premier firework display and a leading local charity fundraiser, visitors can look forward to a truly stunning display by Titanium, the company behind national celebration fireworks such as the New Year displays in London and Edinburgh.

Live music will be hosted by Heart FM and there will be food stalls, fairground rides and great family entertainment.

Organised by the Rotary Clubs of Peterborough and Peterborough Minster and Round Table, advance tickets go on sale in October, priced £3 for children aged under 15 (under two years free) and £7 for adults, which can be purchased from several outlets. See website for details.

Tickets are also available on the gate at £5 (child) and £10 (adult).

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Woodston Primary School has won the race to become the first school in Peterborough to be awarded the new Peterborough Eco Framework flag.

Charity Peterborough Environment City Trust (PECT) is leading the way nationally with its new and bespoke Eco Framework for Peterborough schools.

Schools gain accreditation in each of 10 Environment Capital themes, with certificates awarded for completing each theme.

When a school has achieved five they can proudly fly the flag which was inspired by designs from local pupils and unveiled at the end of 2015.

Woodston Primary School won the first flag in the city for achieving certificates in the themes of Land Use and Wildlife, Sustainable Materials, Sustainable Transport, Zero Carbon and Zero Waste.

Jill Foster, PECT's Environmental Education Manager, says: 'Just some of their key activities include having a new pond installed with a pond dipping platform...a nature area with camp fire, den-making area, bat and bird boxes, plus they grow herbs and vegetables in various beds around the school grounds.' www.pect.org.uk

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NEWS EXTRA King John statue unveiling

Half term at Peterborough Cathedral Half term is a great opportunity to pop in to Peterborough Cathedral's new Visitor and Learning Centre, with its craft and class rooms especially for children's groups.

And there will be drop-in family activities available on the Thursday and Friday of

half term (27 and 28 October).

Simply call in at the centre for a copy of the free family stained glass trail, follow it around the cathedral, then head back to the centre to make colourful crafts to take home.

The trail is free and crafts are just £3 per person.

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A life-size bronze statue of King John is being unveiled in King's Lynn town centre on Wednesday 12 October.

Legend has it that on the same date in 1216 King John's treasure, comprising the crown jewels, gold and money, was lost in the boggy marshes of the fens between King's Lynn and Lincoln.

Despite being notoriously unpopular, he had support in King's Lynn, not least because he granted the town a special charter in 1204 giving the guilds the ability to govern themselves, helping the town to prosper.

To celebrate the unveiling in New Conduit Street, a special King John Day is taking place at Stories of Lynn, in King's Lynn, on Wednesday 26 October.

Visitors will be able to see the King John Cup, learn about The King John Charter, mint their own King John Penny and design their own King John Cup to take home.

There will also be a prize-winning trail for visitors to help King John find his lost treasure.

Activities will run from 11am to 3pm and are free with museum admission. www.west-norfolk.gov.uk

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Half term Halloween fun Peterborough Museum, Vivacity sports centres and libraries across Peterborough are staging a host of family fun this spooky season.

During half term Peterborough Museum is offering visitors the chance to solve the Curse of the Egyptian Mummy from Monday 24 to Friday 28 October.

A mysterious ancient Egyptian object has arrived at the museum as part of the Wish You Were Here! exhibition and families must brave the creepy corridors and solve cryptic clues in order to beat a chaotic curse before it takes hold of them.

Club Viva is running Halloween-themed sports sessions for ages 12 and under at Hampton Leisure Centre, Jack Hunt Pool & Gym and the Regional Fitness & Swimming Centre the same week.

While selected Peterborough libraries are staging Spooky Stories and Scary Crafts for ages five and under from Tuesday 25 to Friday 28 October.

A special one-off immersive day of storytelling sessions and workshops, Stories in the Dark, is being held in ‘the magical story tent’ at Peterborough Central Library on Saturday 29 October. /Halloween www.vivacity-peterborough.com

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Term Times is delighted to announce the winners of our inaugural Education Awards.

Nominations were of an exceptionally high standard and choosing a winner in each of the four categories proved challenging for the judging panel from Term Times and awards partner education recruitment specialists Mana Education.

Parents, pupils and educators from primary schools across our readership revealed inspiring tales of top teachers, remarkable support staff and community-spirited pupils.

Term Times publisher Steven Beacham says: 'We were overwhelmed with the high calibre of nominations and our

BEST TEACHING ASSISTANT Nominating Mrs Loynes, parent Susan Reeves, explained: 'My son Jamie has a full statement [SEN] as he had a brain tumour and has three teaching assistants – Mrs Loynes in the morning.

'She has the patience of an angel with him, she has brought him along so much in the past year, he has grown in confidence and knows if he has a problem he can talk to her.

'It's obvious the children adore her, she is kind, patient and speaks in such a way that you feel so comfortable with her.

'To see Jamie smiling when he comes out of school is a wonderful feeling.'

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congratulations go to the worthy winners for their hard work and commitment.

'The results also provided a big surprise for everyone concerned when we discovered that two of our winners are related!

'We would also like to thank all those who took the time to nominate and Peterborough Learning Partnership and Puffin Books for their support.'

Maria Cadwallader, Head of Education, from Mana Education adds: 'We are delighted and proud to support the Term Times Education Awards 2016.

'We have been hugely impressed by the shining examples of staff and pupils nominated.'

Nominating Miss Dale par ent Ruth Jones told Term Times: 'Mi ss Dale has been my son Matthew's reception class teacher this year [20 15/16].

'She joined the school as an NQT, full of enthusiasm and pas sion, not just for her job but for eac h and every child in her class.

'She vowed to encourage them to achieve their best and has never gone back on that promise.

'She genuinely cares abo ut her students and has pushed my son to far exceed where I thought he would be at the end of his reception year.

'She is an inspiration. The children 'To be singled out for rec and parents simply adore ognition is her.' a wonderful feeling.'

Receiving the award a del ighted William Law Headteacher Miss Dale, who joined the Tracey school last Cunningha m adds: 'I wholeheartedly year from university, com mented: 'I agr ee Miss Dale is inspiring and am surprised and delighted it is . lovely to see her recognised 'My first year of teaching with this was awa rd. a truly magical experience and 'We have a very hardwork Matthew's year group will ing team always at William Law, where we hold a special place in my all look after heart. each other and enjoy givi ng our best.'

Michelle Loynes, Alderman Jacobs Primary School, Whittlesey Mrs Loynes told Term Times she was 'delighted, shocked and overwhelmed' to win the award.

'It is completely unexpected and such a lovely feeling to be appreciated.

'I'm very grateful to Mrs Reeves and Term Times for this award.

'I have worked with Jamie in early years, Year 1, 4 and 5 and I am lucky enough to be working with him again in his last year.

'Jamie is very special to me and I will always keep in touch with his family.'

In an unexpected twist, Mrs Loynes told Term Times she is the mother of award-winning teacher Emily Dale.

'I couldn't believe it when I realised Emily had also won an award.

'It's very special to us both. It's like a dream, we are chuffed to bits,' she added.

Headteacher Cathy Carlisle told Term Times everyone at the

school was 'thrilled' for Mrs Loynes because 'she is such a warm and caring person'.

'We are a great team and everyone works hard to support the children and make our school a safe and exciting place to learn,' she added.

rentice Secretary Karen Brooks and Office App Business Manager Ruth Swiffen, School 's CofE Primary School, Peterborough Louise Messenger, Stanground St John

n: Parent Lizzie Tozer said in her nominatio 'They are always cheerful, friendly and helpful.

'I’ve become involved in the Friends of Stanground St John's and on numerous occasions we have needed to ask the office rs staff for photocopying, to distribute lette and for events and access to equipment etc. they are always willing to help.

'The team never minds when we interrupt them from their daily work and ting. are always so friendly and accommoda I feel really lucky that we have them.'

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it is service for our children and families and . nition recog this with rded rewa great to be g 'Thank you to Mrs Tozer for nominatin us!'

Headteacher Sally Williams added: 'I am very proud that our school office has won this prestigious award.

'We are dedicated to the success of every child and this is clearly evident in al our school office, which provides a critic and interface between our pupils, parents community.

'We are fortunate to be able to rely and upon such an experienced, professional ' . welcoming team

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ckett, Headteacher Jacki Cro ool, who nominated her sch 15/16], [20 r yea is 'Th ed: lain exp ted ora lab col ss cla the Year 3 ent and with Shan Barford, a par Creative chair of Peterborough history ng livi a Action, to create

ary St Botolph's CofE Prim School, Peterborough

years devised that told the 90 m fro n reig 's of the Queen the perspective of Orton Longueville.

'Shan was marvellous in for the drumming up support h the wit g rkin wo project and ally Mrs Year 3 teachers, especi und the Dow, to build a play aro transcripts. d this 'The children performe tival Fes h's tolp Bo and at school on the Green. nity 'It was a fantastic commu y tor his the de ma project which e alive of Orton Longueville com tion of for our current genera children.

Term 'Winning the inaugural nity of the of ool project with the commu Sch ty uni Times Comm St Botolph's School. honour. at gre a is r Yea 'Older members of the 'It recognises the strong into community were invited s that we have with our link dge wle h School, school to share their kno community. As a Churc from us.' to with the children and, ant ort this is very imp was this information, a script

's CofE Primary birthday with St Botolph th 90 n's ee Qu e th g tin Heritage grant.

Celebra d to These stories were use said at the ion Voluntary arts organisat e Action Peterborough Creativ neration spearheaded the interge een's Qu the g atin project celebr 90th birthday. the It told the story of how historians' lives of 20 local 'living een's overlapped with the Qu in ges sta t can during signifi e history over the past nin decades.

cation create a Theatre in Edu by 60 red ive del performance from St seven to eight-year-olds ool Sch ry ma Pri fE Co Botolph’s s at the and local Sunday school the Festival on the Green on thday bir h 90t lly cia Queen's offi in June. by a The project was funded g rin Sha d Fun y Heritage Lotter

Froglife ecologist Katie Rowberry cuts the ribbon at the official opening of Coates Primary School's regenerated wildlife area. Photo: Coates Primary School.

Shan Barcroft to time: 'We feel honoured e aliv ng bri to e abl n have bee older the stories of some of the nity members of the commu y wa the by uck and were str they have enthused and in inspired young people ring telling their story and sha ' e. itag her ir the

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Coates Primary School Leapfrog Sc hools Project An ongoing project at Coates

Primary School caught the eye of the awards judging panel and members wanted to give special mention to the initiative.

Jenny Leon, Learning Coordinator for Peterborough-based wildlife conservation charity Froglife, nominated the school and told Term Times: 'The school is doing a fanta stic job connecting its pupils and the local community with wildlife through our Leapfrog Schools Project.

'Last summer they secured a ÂŁ10,000 Awards for All grant from the Big Lottery to transform an overgrown corner of the school grounds into a vibrant and well-used wildlife area and outdoor classroom.

'The project will be available as a community asset to bring other groups into the school and benefit from the resources available there.

'The school has also worked with Sir Harry Smith Community College students to learn about native wildlife and the problems they face.

'Older students, participants of Froglife's Green Pathways project, taught younger pupils about food chains, habitats and threats to reptiles and amphibians, using a children's story published by Froglife.'

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Mana appoints new Head of Education Education recruitment specialists, Mana Education, has appointed Maria Cadwallader in the role of Head of Education.

Maria joins the agency at a significant time in the company's operations.

Over the past six months Mana has experienced an increase in both the number of teachers joining the agency and schools looking to utilise its bespoke service.

Maria brings a wealth of expertise to the position with over 25 years’ working in senior recruitment roles, most recently as an Operations Manager for a global healthcare company and

I am absolutely delighted to be joining Mana Education at this exciting stage of business expansion.

Having worked with small business streams previously, and been fundamental to their development, I am looking forward to sharing my experience to benefit the company's growth.

My role will be to support the team and implement changes that will provide a robust structure for a growing business without compromising the distinctive Mana service.

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Maria speaking to Term Times.

as a business manager in the education sector. She will be based at Mana's head office in Glaston, Rutland, but will be out and about visiting schools to meet teachers throughout the East of England and the Midlands spreading the word about the friendly and professional service offered by Mana.

Maria joins a talented team committed to a forward-thinking business plan which puts the requirements of schools and aspirations of teachers at its heart.

For more information about Mana Education's services visit www.manaeducation.co.uk or call 0800 0255 144 for an informal chat

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Perfect for demonstrating the transformation of 2D shapes into 3D, the set also aids shape recognition and other Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 mathematics learning targets.

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We’ve teamed up with our friends at Magformers to give away a Smart Set (£180 RRP), plus three runners-up prizes of an XL Cruiser Emergency Set (£55 RRP).

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t's an exciting time at Springfields Outlet Shopping with three new big-name brands joining the centre and plans for Christmas now finalised.

Jewellery and watch retailer Ernest Jones Outlet Collection has recently opened, fashion chain Fat Face is set to open its doors on Monday 3 October at 10am and coffee company Starbucks is opening later in the year.

To accommodate the arrival of Fat Face, The Works has moved to the front of the centre where Dragon Carp used to be.

To celebrate The Works' relocation characters from children's television show Paw Patrol joined an extended meet and greet session.

Thursday 27 October Christmas Lights Switch-On • Brendan Cole switching on lights 7.30pm • Entertainment with Heart FM's Kev and Roz, pop starlet Chantelle Lee and Peterborough Youth Choir

Springfields, home to more than 50 household-name retail brands and 25 acres of leisure attractions, has also just finalised its Christmas events line-up.

Strictly Come Dancing star Brendan Cole, who is teamed with singer Anastacia for this year's series, will be at the centre on Thursday 27 October to switch on the Christmas lights display.

On Thursday 3 November the centre will be staging its annual Fireworks and Laser show spectacular.

This year Father Christmas will be arriving on Thursday 1 December when the Christmas Grotto opens.

Thursday 3 November Fireworks and Music Festival • A musical journey through the decades accompanied by a fantastic light show • Fireworks start 8pm • Ticketed event, early booking price £6 adult, £4 children, under ones free. Tickets on the night £8 adult and £5 children. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

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To enter follow the instructions on page 3. Closing date 5 November.

Thursday 1 December Father Christmas Arrives • Father Christmas arrives by land train at 7pm • Grotto will open for a limited number of visitors

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While 55 percent of parents in the Pe ts At Home survey say they would like the ir child's school to ha ve pets only 22 pe rcent reported that the y did.

And 73 percent wa nt to see pet care included in the na tional curriculum.

Currently there’s no statutory requirement in En gland and Wales.

Rabbits, guinea pig s, hamsters and gerbils account for nearly 60 per cent of schools with pets and 28 percent ke ep fish.

One in 35 parents reported their child's school havin g a dog.

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Joseph with feline friend Spice

Good job Holmes family for capturing this photo of Herbie and baby Betsy with mum and dad, cats Reggie and Rosa and guinea pigs Gary and Nibbs

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tips Autumn hair&beauty As the temperature drops and the air gets drier...it's time to make the summer-to-autumn hair and beauty transition.

Peterborough award-winning hair and beauty salon Serenity Loves has some hot tips for a new season regime.

Hair Moisture in the cold air can take its toll on your hair. Using products that help maintain the smoothness of the cuticles will prevent hair from losing its style. TIGI S Factor Smoothing Lusterizer locks in the hair's natural moisture and is ideal for controlling fly-aways and tackling frizz...keeping your style in tip-top shape.

Cold air can be drying. To avoid brittle hair, apply a weekly mask to moisturise and recondition your tresses.

Your scalp produces more oil in the colder months to compensate for the dry conditions...making it prone to dandruff. Tea tree oil has long been valued for its antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. Use a shampoo and conditioner containing this active ingredient to combat dry scalp.

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We all love to keep warm and a hat is a cold weather staple. But donning headgear means we run the risk of the dreaded hat hair.

To avoid flat and static hair spritz with a volumising spray to maintain your style.

Face and body There's nothing better than a hot bath or shower for a warming start or end to the day. But always use lukewarm water for your face and hands to avoid stripping your body's natural oils and drying them out.

Use a moisturising face mask weekly to help hydrate and balance the skin. Try Casmara's Hydra Algae Peel-Off Mask which promises to moisturise and reactivate cellular metabolism to reduce signs of ageing.

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COURSE DATES Paediatric

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STRUGGLING TO FIND A UNIQUE XMAS PRESENT? Why not check out our hands on experience days and give someone a gift they will never forget.... The chance to fly and owl or three on our Junior Owl experience. Adult encounters available too. Check out the website for the different packages we have on offer.

Baytree Owl and Wildlife Centre is home to one of the largest owl collections in the country. Hosting over 40 different species of birds of prey and owls, amounting to nearly 100 birds in total.

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Spotlight on

Childcare Training Childcare training company, Riverside Training, has more than 20 years’ experience offering independent courses and qualifications in childcare, management, team leading, customer service and business administration.

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ased in Spalding, clients include childcare workers, teaching assistants, administration staff and managers in the workplace.

Here Craig Turner (pictured above) shares his experiences of training with, and the guidance offered by, the company: Tell us about yourself I have just started at university to study Playwork and Child Development having completed my Cache level 3 and level 2 Children and Young People's Workforce with Riverside Training.

Why did you choose childcare as a career?

I started off by working as a nursery staff member. Then the setting offered me a Cache Level 2 Children and Young People's Workforce Apprenticeship and I decided to accept as I really enjoyed what I was doing. After I completed the qualification I decided to move on to my level 3.

Riverside Training helped me find a nursery that would support my training. I grew more intrigued

about the career pathway and Riverside Training discussed options with me. I discovered I could go onto higher education to further my career, so I worked hard to make sure I could secure a place at university.

What did you do before starting with Riverside Training?

I was working and travelling in New Zealand.

Before that I had a part-time job in Boston after leaving sixth form.

Why did you choose childcare?

I started looking for a job when I returned home from travelling. I tried my luck in a nursery, ended up loving it, and decided that was the career I wanted to pursue.

What were your first training steps?

I contacted Riverside Training for guidance on how to start my career in childcare and they advised me to start with level 2 childcare. I also gained a paediatric first aid qualification.

How has Riverside Training helped you?

Riverside has been a huge support with advice and training and encouraged me to succeed. I feel they have helped me to develop both as a person and a childcare professional. Everyone I have dealt with is friendly and extremely competent.

What are you doing at university?

I started a BA in Playwork and Child Development at Leeds Beckett University last month (September).

What are your future career plans?

I am hoping to complete my degree and become a play therapist.

What advice do you have for others thinking of taking a course with Riverside Training?

The team will help you hit your targets and get you to where you want to be. The support they offer is unbelievable and they are always there to point you in the right direction.

For more information call 01775 710945 or visit www.riversidetrainingspalding.co.uk

Christmas bazaar Saturday 19 November, 12pm – 3pm

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Entrance by silver donation Children’s activities Feed the animals Stalls & raffle Refreshments

Visit Father Christmas!

CALL 01733 340 605 TO PREBOOK YOUR VISIT

Only £2.50 including gift / £3.50 with photo www.newarkplay.co.uk/bazaar Newark Play Association – reg. charity no. 1026751 Hill Close (Off Reeves Way), Peterborough PE1 5LZ Tel: 01733 340 605 E-mail: info@newarkplay.co.uk

New Ark Play Adventure Playground

After School sessions Open to all School aged children Monday to Friday, 3.45pm - 6pm Daily attendance charge per child £2.00. £5 administration charge per family paid annually. Daily walk over service is available from Newark Hill Academy at a charge of £2.50.

Play in a traditional adventure playground, visit the City Farm helping to care for the animals, or try den building, baking, and arts and crafts.

Parent & Toddler Group • Preschool Playgroup School Holiday Club • Play Support Service for Schools City Farm Birthday Parties/Group Visits Newark Play Association – reg. charity no. 1026751 Hill Close (Off Reeves Way), Peterborough PE1 5LZ Tel: 01733 340 605 E-mail: info@newarkplay.co.uk

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A new festive spectacular for pre-schoolers, Best Ever Christmas Show and The Story of Jack Frost, is touring UK arenas in December.

Puffin Book Review Plenty of Love to Go Round

by Emma Chichester Clark, hardback, £11.99 The loveable Plumdog is back in her second adventure.

When Binky the cat moves in next door, Plum can't understand why everyone likes him so much. But she soon learns there's no need to be jealous; there's plenty of love to go round. This tale of sibling rivalry combines cute characters with appealing humour and explores feelings of jealousy in a heart-warming way.

This sing-along, clap-along, snow filled show features familiar names from children's television including CBeebies’ Andy Day, Katy Ashworth and Cat Sandion, along with Jen Pringle from Milkshake!, plus presenters Naomi Wilkinson and Dave Benson Phillips. Father Christmas will also be making a special appearance.

It’s Christmas Eve, the busiest day of the year in Christmastown. Jack Frost, Princess Twinkle and the residents are excitedly preparing for Santa’s arrival.

But wicked Queen Glacia has a different idea and casts a curse on Jack.

The winter adventure journeys to the crystal cave, through the moonlit forest and into the royal palace meeting good-natured goblins, troublesome trolls and magical puppets along the way.

Will Jack and his friends save Christmas before Santa arrives?

The tour starts on 17 December, visiting Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Glasgow, London, Cardiff, Leeds, Nottingham and Birmingham.

Meg in the Jungle

by David Walser, paperback, £6.99 In their latest adventure, Meg, Mog and Owl explore the jungle, meet a friendly elephant, sinister snake and tiger without any stripes! Can Meg's spell help the tiger or will things get trickier for our heroes? A fun and quirky story, perfect for sharing or reading alone.

The Case of the Girl in Grey

by Jordan Stratford, paperback, £6.99 Following the success of Wollstonecraft Detective Agency's first case, all of London knows Lady Ada Byron Lovelace and Mary Shelley are the go-to girls if you have a problem. Involving a horrible hospital, missing will, hasty engagement and slippery servant, this new case is a puzzle indeed. Then Mary stumbles upon a mystery of her own and things look even more complicated. A pacy adventure combining mystery, history, fact and fiction.

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BOOKSFORSCHOOLS This competition is for anyone to participate in, with three winning entries gaining these books for their school. Visit our website to enter or post your details to our address on page 3. Closing date: 5 Nov 2016

We have three family tickets (up to four people) to Best Ever Christmas Show to give away – one each for London's SSE Arena Wembley on Christmas Eve, Nottingham Motorpoint Arena on Thursday 29 December and Birmingham Genting Arena on Friday 30 December. To enter, follow the instructions on page 3 – stating which venue. Closing date 5 November.

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Legal support and protection for you and your family

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any of life’s events are planned for and celebrated while others happen unexpectedly.

From settling down, buying your first home and having children to experiencing problems at work, managing debts and facing life’s challenges.

Hegarty Solicitors has been offering legal support and advice to families for more than 40 years and as one of the region’s leading law firms can help safeguard both you and your family’s future.

Are you looking to move?

Hegarty Solicitors offers a full range of conveyancing and re-mortgaging services including the ‘Help to Buy’ scheme, where the company can manage the legal process quickly and efficiently on your behalf.

Protecting your family’s future Careful planning of your estate can help put you and your family in a strong position for the future. You can protect your hardearned assets and make sure your children are looked after should anything happen.

You will have ideas about what you would

like to see happen in the future and can ensure your wishes are carried out in full by ensuring you have a will in place.

Hegarty Solicitors can advise on the drafting or updating of a will for yourself or for you and your partner and give you valuable guidance on inheritance tax planning, capital gains tax issues and the making of gifts in a will.

Caring for elderly relatives We all want to see our relatives grow old with the care and protection they need and deserve. Hegarty Solicitors offers years of experience in later life issues such as care home fees and powers of attorney and many clients get comfort from knowing that their affairs are in order.

A number of solicitors in Hegarty’s Trust and Probate department are members of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, Solicitors for the Elderly and the Law Society’s Private Client Section.

Hegarty Solicitors also holds the Law Society’s Wills and Inheritance Quality Scheme accreditation and offers a range of family-friendly fixed fee packages.

To speak to a friendly legal expert from Hegarty Solicitors call 01733 346 333, email enquiries@hegarty.co.uk or visit the website at www.hegarty.co.uk

Available for any occasion...

• plasma screens • loud music system • disco lights • Wii dance • karaoke • dance floor • smoke machine • custom made seating • drink optics • champagne ice buckets

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For toddlers up to 10 years old

H HOOTINGLY HAUNTED ALLOWEEN All the fun of a Halloween party with none of the fuss!

Carve pumpkins, make broomsticks, decorate wands, dissect owl pellets and make some creepy crafts! Best fancy dress wins a prize!

Sunday 30th October 2-4pm Rutland Water Bird Watching Centre

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A wide selection of coaches and buses available for hire ranging from 12 to 70 seats with seatbelts.

Disabled access coach with a lift available.

Peterborough based

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Passport to learning Peterborough Children’s University continues to grow - engaging with over 60 learning destinations around the city and, as part of a much bigger network, across the country and abroad.

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Consecutive independent evaluations of the work of the Children’s University have been undertaken by ‘Leadership for Learning – The Cambridge Network’ led by Professor John MacBeath of the University of Cambridge in partnership with Fischer Family Trust.

These evaluations recognise that ‘Children’s University pupils attend better by virtue of the activities which enhance their school experience … achieve better by virtue of renewed self-confidence in their own potential … enjoy learning more because they extend their repertoire of interests and see learning in a new light.’

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If you would like more information please contact the Peterborough Children’s University Manager on 01733 864784

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