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17 Activities 20 Early Years 22 Parties 23 Parenting 24 Health 28 Clubs & Classes 30 Halloween

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Enjoy the Great Outdoors at Avon Tyrrell If you haven’t managed to get away this year or are looking for a day out, we may have just what you and your family need. With 65 acres to explore, Avon Tyrrell is the ideal location to safely distance and relax.

Book a stay in one of the woodland lodges or camp out under the stars for the ultimate outdoor experience.

Our Be Outdoors Days are a popular choice if you are looking for childcare options, or we have a range of exciting activities to choose from that you can enjoy as a family, including; Archery, Bushcraft, Paddleboarding, Adventure Course and our Tree Top Trail - We are sure that you will leave with lasting memories.

Hire a bike with us or access our bike tracks and you weave through the trees. Self-guided activity packs available for those looking to really explore the grounds but if you just

want to relax, bring a BBQ and some games and just chill.

Book with total confidence When you book a break with us, your money is safe. If we close due to COVID-19, you’ll be able to move your break or get a refund. T&C’s apply.

We have also implemented various processes to ensure the safety of our guests and staff including; quarantining equipment, limited contact activities, single household/ social bubble sessions, enhanced cleaning processes and safe socialising.

Contact our Guest Services team for more information on 01425 672347 or email info@ukyouth.org www.avontyrrell.org.uk

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EDUCATION

Free BCP Kids Cycle Safety Courses this Autumn Bikeability is like cycling proficiency, but better, giving children aged 10+ the skills to cycle on today’s roads. BCP Council’s free autumn and October Half Term programme at Kings Park is now available.

Level 1 teaches trainees to control and master a bike in a playground area, developing basic cycle control skills. Level 2 equips them with the skills to cycle on local roads, developing safe cycling skills and understanding of the road and traffic environment.

Level 1 & 2 Saturday 5 & 12 Sept Saturday 19 & 26 Sept Saturday 3 & 10 Oct

Saturday 17 & 24 Oct Monday 26 & Tuesday 27 Oct Wednesday 28 & Thursday 29 Oct

All courses run over two days with 9am–12.30pm or 1pm–4.30pm sessions.

Visit bcpcouncil.gov.uk/bikeability for more information or to book.

What Do We Say to the School about our Separation?

Five “Must-Do’s” When Choosing a School for your Child

By Rebecca Giraud & Bob Greig

By Judith Judd

Any parent who has been through a separation will understand the massive stress it involves and the anxiety around co-parenting. One of the important issues that can get overlooked in the mix is what to tell your child’s school.

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It always makes sense to put your child at the centre of the process when choosing a school.

Parents know better than anyone how different individual children can be and individual schools can be very different too.

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2020/21 School Age Immunisations Immunisations are a very important part of maintaining health, not just for children but also for the entire population.

Dorset HealthCare’s School Age Immunisation Service (SAIS) is the primary local provider of immunisations to children (aged 4-16), including those that are home educated and in special schools.

The team provide vaccinations for Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio (Td/IPV), Meningitis ACWY (MenACWY) and flu, which take place in schools and community venues.

Read more about the upcoming immunisation programme and schedules.

Coping with Back to School Stress

Starting a new school year after Covid-19 may mean both parents and children feel more anxious than usual. So what can we do to help our children go back to school feeling more happy and relaxed? Claire Winter speaks to some experts.

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Future-Proof Education for Girls Talbot Heath School, Bournemouth’s award-winning school for girls aged 3-18, equips girls with the knowledge and skills needed for a rapidly changing world.

Prospective parents and pupils are welcome to visit Talbot Heath School’s Open Day on 9th October or during term time by arrangement. Please contact the admissions team for the latest COVID guidelines or make an appointment.

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Skills for Life at Sheiling School & College The Sheiling Ringwood School and College offer a broad, balanced, developmental curriculum, covering all the subjects in the national curriculum, including the ASDAN Personal Progress qualification and the OCR Life & Living Skills qualifications.

At the Sheiling, students are encouraged and supported to become resourceful and caring individuals, to explore the world of feelings, behaviour and values. They focus on building confidence and skills in different environments and social groups, whilst also developing functional independence, in preparation for adult life.

They build positive relationships with students that acknowledge their value, believing that every young person can be empowered to find meaning and purpose in life. www.thesheilingringwood.co.uk

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The Sheiling Ringwood School and College (6-25 years)

Set in a stunning, sustainable and eco-friendly 40-acre site close to the New Forest and Dorset coastline, the natural surroundings of our school and college provide a rich, enabling and therapeutic learning environment for students who have special educational needs.

We offer an individualised and flexible approach to placements. Day and residential. We also offer respite services for our students during the holidays.

Call 01425 477488 www.thesheilingringwood.co.uk

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Continuity is Key at Moyles Court Located in the New Forest close to Ringwood, Moyles Court School provides children with a wonderful environment in which to learn and play.

As the world starts to adjust to the new normal, the school can provide your child with much needed continuity and support.

Throughout lockdown, the school and boarding houses remained open for the children of key workers, and pupils’ online learning provision was comprehensive and well-planned. The fact that the school day continued remotely, almost as normal, meant that their children could successfully maintain a sense of routine and communicate on a daily basis with teachers and peers.

Please contact the school to arrange a visit for yourself our check out their School Tour Video below.

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HISTORY 9 MATHS 9 | PHYSICS 8 BIOLOGY 7 | ENGLISH LANGUAGE 7 COMPUTER SCIENCE 7 | CHEMISTRY 7 ENGLISH LITERATURE 7 | SPANISH 6 www.moylescourt.co.uk | 01425 472856 familiesonline.co.uk

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Free Learning Support Resources Need some additional tools to help your child catch up at school?

BBC Bitesize

Preschool, KS1, KS2+.

Oxford Owl

Early Years, KS1, KS2+.

BBC School Radio

Daily Phonics Lessons by Ruth Miskin Training

Mathematics Mastery Home Resources KS1, KS2.

Literacy Counts Home Learning Packs

Reception, KS1, KS2.

Bud’s Number Garden Game

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Supporting a Dyslexic Child

By Ellie Malt “Do you think she might have dyslexia or something like that?” I asked.

I was standing in the playground with one of the teaching assistants, watching my 4 year old climb into her buggy, eager for her after-school snack. Although it was only her second term in Reception, I’d noticed she seemed uninterested in the alphabet, while other children could already write their names. But I was only really thinking out loud. Even to me, it seemed ridiculously early to be jumping to any conclusions. “Probably” she shot back over the general hubbub. I admit, I was shocked. But looking back years later, finally in possession of a formal diagnosis, I appreciate her honesty. I only wish I had acted sooner; it could have saved so much struggle and frustration.

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Sources of Help

Your child may:

British Dyslexia Association Advice and assessments. Find your local association.

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Talk well but write little; Be a slow/reluctant reader; Struggle with spelling; Have difficulties with writing; Not always remember/ understand what he/she has just read; • Seem inattentive and unable to concentrate/remember instructions; • Have difficulty organising himself/herself; • Struggle to remember the order of things, eg days of the week. familiesonline.co.uk

The Dyslexia Association Screening, assessment, tuition, assistive technology training.

Dyslexia Assist Find local support.

Achieve Now Works with dyslexic pupils and IT. All services online.

IPSEA Free, independent legal information, advice and support.

Helen Arkell Dyslexia Centre Influential regional centre.

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EDUCATION

Top Homework Tips Where, When and How

Let THEM Do the Work

Create space. If possible, this should be a communal space but one with minimal distractions.

This enables parental supervision/input without it feeling like an intrusion.

Provide guidance, not answers.

Use questioning to help them get as close to the answer as they can but don’t tell them.

Establish a routine. Some children prefer to do homework straight after school; others need to ‘unwind’ or eat first. Whatever is decided, stick to it.

Get organised. Have your child do the hard work first when they are most alert. Help them make a “Done/To Do” list.

Let them make mistakes.

Giving answers means they will not learn the material and their teacher will not know how much they understand it.

Step in only when progress comes to a halt.

Encourage them to set small positive targets promoting independent working and selfsufficiency.

What YOU Can Offer Discuss homework. Even if you know nothing about a subject, you can still help just by talking, listening and helping them to find the right answer.

Use a timer. Challenge your child to estimate how long an assignment might take. Suggest setting a timer for that amount of time, or less.

Encourage. Praise effort not achievement. Focus on hard work or improved concentration, handwriting or presentation.

Make it positive. Tell them how important school is. Your attitude to homework will influence their attitude.

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18 Top New Children’s Books for Autumn

Duck and Penguin That Dog! Things I Love by Emma Lazell.

Do Not Like Bear Will smart dog outwit the Susie Linn/Alex Willmore.

Sleepovers Julia Woolf.

Night time adventure for babies/toddlers.

dog-nappers?

For babies/toddlers.

Scenes and activities little ones will recognise.

For babies/toddlers.

The Diddle That Dummed

It’s OK to Cry

I’m Sticking with You

Kes Gray/Fred Blunt.

Laughter, music, word play & silliness. Ages 3+.

Molly Potter/Sarah Jennings.

Great intro to emotions.

Ages 3+.

Moth

The Blue Giant

Egneus. Powerful/ visually spectacular evolution story.

Ages 5+.

story about pollution in our oceans.

Ages 5+.

Smriti Halls/Steve Small.

A story about friendship.

Ages 3+.

Super Milly and the

By Isabel Thomas/Daniel By Katie Cottle. Poignant Super School Day

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By Owen Millward.

Upbeat/funny picture book about kindness.

Ages 5+.

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18 Top New Children’s Books for Autumn

Mermaid School: Ready, Steady, Swim!

Noah Wild and the Floating Zoo

Lucy Courtenay/Sheena Dempsey. An underwater school story. Ages 7+.

Alexander Mccall Smith.

An ordinary boy’s heartwarming/extraordinary feat. Ages 7+.

Louis Sachar/Aleksei Bitskoff. Brilliantly illustrated story of mixedup mayhem. Ages 7+.

My Name is River

Turtle Boy

Health Heroes

The Virus

Return to Wonderland

The Unadoptables

Beneath the Cloud of Doom

Emma Rea. M. Evan Wolkenstein.

Emily Sharratt.

Thrilling, ecological A story offering hope/ ‘Health heroes’ talk adventure in the Amazon new perspectives to life’s about their working lives. jungle. Ages 9+. outsiders. Ages 9+.

Ages 9+.

Ben Martynoga/Moose Allain.

Explores the science behind viruses/Covid-19 pandemic. Ages 11+.

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Wonderland-inspired stories from top contemporary authors.

Ages 11+.

Hana Tooke/Ayesha L.Rubio.

Adventure set in oldworld Amsterdam/ surrounds. Ages 11+.

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ACTIVITIES

9 Best Board Games For rainy weekends and as the nights draw in!

Djeco Little Circuit

Shopping List

Peppa Pig Muddly Puddle Game

Great first game with simple rules and quick games. Ages 2.5-5yrs.

Fast paced game testing memory and matching skills.

Ages 3+.

Help George jump over muddles puddles to climb the hill. Ages 4+.

Cheeky Monkeys

Bananagrams

Jenga

Hang the monkey on the tree. Fun game of chance. Ages 4-8yrs.

Fast paced version of Scrabble. Ages 7+.

Take wooden blocks off the tower without it toppling! Ages 6+.

Monopoly Deal

Hey, That’s My Fish!

Einstein Eats Eggs

15 minute Monopoly – perfect intro to this classic game. Ages 8+. familiesonline.co.uk

Award-winning game of strategic fish hunting. For ages 8+.

High speed Charadestype guessing game.

Ages 10+.

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ACTIVITIES

Autumn Outdoors Enjoy these seasonal outdoor activities with the family.

Bark Rubbing

Autumn Scavenger Hunt

Conkers

Mushroom Hunting

Tree Decorating

Making and Flying a Kite

Building a Hedgehog Home

Litter Picking

Making a Leaf Maze

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ACTIVITIES

Great Autumn Crafts Join our friends at MyBaba and get crafty with the kids!

Autumn Leaf Pictures

3D Autumn Tree Craft

Autumn Leaf Sun Catchers

Autumn Play Dough

Painted Leaves

Leaf Rubbing Busy Bag

Animal Seed Collage

Leaf Chromatography

Autumn Sensory Tray

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EARLY YEARS

A-Z of Early Years Activities

By Gabrielle Nash @thelondonishmum

Animal Hunt. Search for tiny creepy crawlies, the chirpy in the trees kind and the bigger more exciting kind!

Baking. Use overripe bananas to bake muffins. Or roll out some biscuit dough.

Cardboard Creations. A pirate ship, a car, or a doll’s bed? Save a box, colour it in or cut it up!

Den building. Inside with chairs and sheets. Outside with pieces of wood!

Envelope Endeavours. Send photos/stickers or a letter/card to a friend/family member.

Film Fun. Make popcorn, print off ‘cinema tickets’ and snuggle up.

Garden Growing. Ingredients: patch of soil for digging/planting, old spoons for digging and water for watering!

Hiking. Pack a bag and snacks/ drinks. Get your kids excited about a little ‘hike.’

Imaginary Play. Kids LOVE it!

Visit the doctors or take a pet to the vet!

Jumble Sale Jollies. Involve kids in sorting things for charity or a jumble sale.

Kickabout. Visit the park with a ball – run, jump, slide, shout!

Learning through Play...is the best way! Games like i-spy improve letter/sound recognition.

Mud Mess. It’s such FUN! Make mud pies.

Noise. Bang pans; pick out a tune/rhythm with bells or drums.

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Outdoor Painting. Paint leaves/stones. Add food colouring to bubbles and ‘paint’ windows – it washes off!

Puzzles. Jigsaws develop fine motor skills, spatial awareness and hand-eye coordination.

Quiet. Help your little one enjoy quieter things - small world toys, books, colouring or painting.

Reading. Make reading special.

Try different voices to captivate your child’s imagination.

Safari Special. Hide toy animals (or pictures) around your home. Grab paper/pen and go on safari. Write down the animals you see.

Treasure Time. Make a map and hide “treasure.” Grab a toy sword and battle pirates as you search for it!

Under the Stars. Show your toddler the twinkling lights from galaxies far away.

Virtual Fun. Journey down the Amazon; enjoy a virtual roller coaster ride!

Water. As a wise person once said: when a child is grumpy “just add water!”

X-Ray. Draw around your child’s body. Stick the drawing on the floor. Draw in bones, explaining what they are and what they do.

Yoga. Find great kid-friendly options on Youtube.

ZZZZ….Time to sleep. familiesonline.co.uk

EARLY YEARS

Clever Ways to Get your Child Eating Healthily

Childcare Post Lockdown

Do you dread mealtimes? Does your child have little interest in broccoli and beans? Whether you’re trying baby-led weaning or desperate to get vegetables into a pre-schooler, here’s our tips on how to give your child the best start at the dinner table.

As childcare opens up postlockdown, there is a sense of unease about whether it’s safe to send our children back to nursery. Of course, we want to protect them. So how are nurseries making their environment safe for our children?

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By Gabrielle Nash

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More Healthy Eating Tips Dr Pandora Giles (University of East London) outlines her ideas.

• Make meal times fun. Chat, sing, talk about the food.

• Encourage food play. Make faces out of fruit or a forest with broccoli!

• Offer new foods alongside a favourite.

• Swap excessive milk/juice between meals for water if your child is eating little.

• Have clear mealtimes of around 20 minutes.

• Eat with your child. Offer encouragement.

• It’s never too late. Tastes change, so you can introduce variety at any point. familiesonline.co.uk

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PARTIES

Classic Party Games When it comes to children’s parties, the simple truth is that children crave the classics like these: Sleeping Lions Lie on the floor as still and as quietly as possible pretending to be ‘sleeping lions’. A judge decides any child that moves is ‘out’ and the winner is the last child ‘asleep’.

Kim’s Game Lay a tray with a mix of objects and allow them a minute to look at the tray before covering it over. The one who writes down the most items they remember wins.

Pass the Parcel Allow all children a turn to rip off a parcel layer. A small sweet per layer builds excitement plus the anticipation of a bigger “present” for the winner, which party etiquette demands is a guest!

Dance Your Way to the Perfect Party Pirouette Parties is the premier provider of unique and fun children’s Dance parties, Pamper Dance parties and Mini Dance parties in Dorset and the surrounding area. They offer first dance lessons and choreography for weddings, and Hen Party packages too.

Delight your child and their friends to a dance party!

Choreographed routine to your chosen theme Party dances & traditional games Music, lights & bubbles Glitter tattoos & festival face glitter

For an unforgettable experience, Pirouette Parties is the perfect choice.

Professionally qualified & DBS checked instructor

Visit the website for more details or to book a party.

For more information Call Charlotte on 07585 662887 pirouetteparties19@gmail.com

FREE Pirouette Parties t-shirt for the birthday child At home or hired space

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PARENTING

Who Will Take Care of the Children IF….?

Busting the Myths about Adoption: Are you Eligible?

It’s tough deciding who will take care of your children if the worst happens and they no longer have a parent around. Unfortunately, in this eventuality, the situation is not straightforward for your children. Find out why.

Sadly, the number of children in care being adopted each year has fallen, while the number being looked after by local authorities is steadily rising. So there’s a continuing need to find more adoptive parents to look after vulnerable children.

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By Andrew Campbell

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Meaningful Moments

By Claire Winter

We all lead busy lives, with endless to-do lists and children with many hobbies.

Naturally family time can fall by the wayside sometimes.

Yet spending time together is essential if we want a happy and inclusive family environment.

So why not plan some family moments this autumn?

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HEALTH

New Online OCD Support App

Adults in Dorset that experience obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can now receive dedicated support using a digital app called OCDnet.

The app offers a practical online programme for the patient to work through, while also providing a chat facility with trained practitioners when needed.

To receive support via OCDnet, you can make a self-referral via the Steps to Wellbeing website. A team member will get in touch to assess which treatment would be most helpful – which could be the new app.

Karen, a user of the app, said: “OCDnet has made a huge difference to my life. I strongly encourage anyone out there Run by Dorset HealthCare’s Steps to suffering to refer themselves to the Wellbeing service, OCDnet is a free, program. Don’t be put off either confidential service for people aged if you are not 100% sure that you 18 and over, and is designed to help have OCD. There is no harm done in tackling any symptoms before users manage their condition on a compulsions become routine.” day-to-day basis.

OCD affects people in all walks of life, and can take many forms – the obsessive need some people have to continually wash their hands, for example, which may have been made worse by the spread of COVID-19.

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Self-refer today. www.steps2wellbeing.co.uk

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Need help with OCD? If you think you are experiencing symptoms of OCD, support is available via a dedicated online app.

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Welcome to Steps 2 Wellbeing chat.

Our Steps 2 Wellbeing practitioners also offer additional support via a chat facility to help keep you on track.

Help is at hand.

Refer yourself now by scanning the Zappar code below for free support.

Find out more: steps2wellbeing.co.uk

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HEALTH

Dealing with Separation Anxiety

Children with OCD: Recognising the Signs

Transitions are always stressful, and even more so if you have been out of the swing of things for a while. Dr Sarah Mundy from Parenting through Stories has created a guide to give you some ideas about the best ways to support your child through separation anxiety.

Children worry. Feeling anxious, having doubts, or being worried is normal at any age. However, those who are experiencing OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder), may feel unable to stop focussing on those feelings – no matter how much they want to.

This can compel them to behave in particular ways.

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Keep it Moving!

By Gabrielle Nash @thelondonishmum

One of the pleasant, unexpected consequences of lockdown, was witnessing so many families taking to their screens for some physical activity courtesy of the likes of Joe Wicks and Cosmic Kids Yoga. Wouldn’t it be amazing to stay motivated to be physically active?

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Top Tips for Getting Active

Don’t be over-ambitious.

Be active often, rather than attempting a 10 mile hike!

Make it fun. Dance! Put on some tunes that get your kids moving.

Set screen time limits.

Make time. Think of creative ways to be extra active. Can you cycle to a friend’s house? Can you get off the bus one stop earlier? It all counts.

Look for new options. New places to visit for physical activity or new types of activity to try.

Set a good example. Live an active life. Explain to your children that it makes you feel good and STRONG! familiesonline.co.uk

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Saturday and School Holiday Cycling Courses Three Bikeability levels: Level 1 & Level 2 (10 to 15 year olds) Level 3 (11+ up to further & higher education)

For children who live or go to school in Bournemouth. Sessions take place at King’s Park Cycle Centre with our fully qualified instructors.

T. 01202 454636 E. road.safety@bcpcouncil.gov.uk Dates and booking details: bcpcouncil.gov.uk/bikeability familiesonline.co.uk

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CLUBS & CLASSES

Face-to-Face and Virtual Classes and Clubs

Mother Nature Science

Gymboree Play & Music

Teddies Music Club

Face to face and online science activity classes for 5-12yrs.

Face to face classes for 0-5s on patented apparatus.

Face to face and online music toddler groups for 0-5s.

Sing and Sign at Home

Music Bugs

Helen O’Grady Drama Academy

Online baby signing classes.

Online sensory music classes for babies and toddlers.

Rugbytots

Little Gym

Face to face rugby play programme for 2-7 yrs.

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Face to face drama classes for 5-17yrs.

Little Kickers

Face to face and online Face to face football gymnastics activities classes for 18mths-7yrs. for 4mths-12yrs. familiesonline.co.uk

CLUBS & CLASSES

Face-to-Face and Virtual Classes and Clubs

Anna Fiorentini Theatre & Film School

FunTech

Caterpillar Music

Tots Play

SA Dance

Parrot Street Book Club

Online tech and coding Face to face and online music/movement for 7-18 yrs. classes babies and Face to face and online toddlers. drama for ages 4-18yrs.

Face to face and online baby and toddler play programme.

Online dance classes for 2.5yrs+.

Teddy Tennis

Lingotot

Face to face tennis classes for 2.5-6yrs.

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Face to face and online language classes for 0-12yrs.

Monthly subscription book club for 5-11yrs.

Water Babies

Swimming classes for 0-5yrs.

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HALLOWEEN

9 Best Halloween Recipes Creative Halloween party snacks for all the family to enjoy making and eating.

Sticky Toffee Apples

Spider Pizzas

Frozen Banana Ghosts

Scary Halloween Jelly

Sausage Mummy Dippers

Halloween Cupcakes

Spooky Pumpkin Soup

Eerie Eyeball Pops

Pumpkin Rice Krispies Treats

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HALLOWEEN

9 Best Halloween Games Perfect for a small gathering or indoor family fun!

Halloween Pinata

Sticky Spider Web Game

Pumpkin Golf

Halloween Bingo

Halloween Tin Can Bowling

Apple Bobbing

Pin the Tail on the Black Cat

Toilet Paper Mummy Game

Doughnut Eating Race

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