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Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October2 Find out about the wide variety of courses on offer at: orwww.lewisham.gov.uk/adultlearningcalluson02083143300AdultLearningLewisham TOGETHER WE FLOURISHALL LewishamLearningAdult EVENINGDAY,WEEKENDANDCOURSES Our courses can help you develop your creativity or gain the skills and qualifications you need for work and further education. We also have lots of fun and creative courses for you and your child to enjoy together. All photos are of our classes Get your fitness and wellbeing back on track! THE SPORTS CLUB get fit, have fun, meet people IndoorNowMembershipIncludesCyclingClasses We look forward to welcoming you soon! Quote code: JNPL-FM2209 dcsportsclub.co.uk Book a club visit or taster swim with our compliments See our website for terms & conditions 50% OFF Joining Fee (normally £100) Welcome Voucher Pack (incl. 5 complimentary guest passes) DC Sports Club sweat towel /DulwichCollegeSportsClub @dcsportsclub.dulwich Offer valid for September 2022 only. Quote code below. James Allen’s Girls’ School Autumn Open Events Find out more about JAGS including our free and subsidised places. BOOK ONLINE jags.org.uk A Passion for Life and Learning since 1741 Families_magazine_87x130.indd 1 06/07/2022 09:14
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 3 Welcome Can you believe the kids are back at school already? It seems like just a moment since they were breaking up! So it’s time to refocus on your child’s education. Why not inspire them and get them reading with our great book recommendations? There’s loads to do locally this autumn so check out our What’s On guide for inspiration and enjoy our suggestions for kids’ activities outside, as well as our autumn treasure hunt and family-friendly walk Wesuggestions.alsohave lots of fun Halloween preparation to get into as well, including cooking, craft and costume ideas. Finally, in this issue, we have tonnes of Action Heroes sets, some fun Sneezy Panda games, Mr Frosty toys and cool Marlo & Cole t-shirts to giveaway! By applying, you’ll also ensure you continue to receive our wonderful magazine! RoadEducationsafety for kids Clubs & classes Autumn activities Familyoutsidefriendly autumn AutumnWhat’sHalloweenwalksOntreasure hunt Screen-free activities In this issue 28272218171614134 CONTENTS Get in touch Competition winners from our May/June issue Congratulations to all our winners. You can find a list HERE Independent Education with a Catholic Ethos for Girls 11 -18 OPEN DAY 11+ & 13+ Entry Saturday 24 September 2022, from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Register with us admissions@thelaurelsschool.org Small groups and family visit s available Our Lady’s Close, London SE19 3FA | 020 8674 7229 | thelaurelsschool.org.uk
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October4 EDUCATION Brilliant first chapter books for early readers
By Polly Faber, illustrated by VulliamyClara There’s a Dog in My Brain
By David MacPhail, illustrated by MorganRichard Noodle the Doodle By Jonathan Meres, illustrated by Katy Halford The Tindims of Rubbish Island By Sally illustratedGardner,byLydiaCorrey Panda at the Door Written and illustrated by Sarah Horne Dragon Storm By Alastair DeschampsillustratedChisholm,byEricandBenMantle
When your child is ready to move on from picture books, here are some wonderful first chapter books recommended by Parrot Street Book Club. Morgan the Book Cat
By Caroline Green, illustrated by Rikin Parekh The GrannyMarvellousJinksandMe
By Serena Patel, illustrated by Selom Sunu Alien in the FactoryJam By Chrissie Sains. illustrated by Jenny Taylor Velda andAwesomesttheVikingtheVoyageofDeadlyDoom
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 5 Dulwich Prep London provides an outstanding Values led education. We offer a wide range of opportunities to nurture independent thinkers who go on to be thoughtful citizens of the world, equipped with a strong moral compass and the ability to adapt to our rapidly changing Ourenvironment.EarlyYears site is home to our Nursery and Reception classes. They are housed in an award-winning building with five acres of woodland and playing fields. We are now offering tours for 2023 entry every Wednesday at either 9.30am or 5.30pm. We look forward to meeting you soon Contact our Admissions team on 020 8766 5525 or admissions@dulwichpreplondon.orgemail 150+ Co curricular Clubs, Activities and Trips 50+ Senior School Destinations 200+ ScholarshipsAwarded202 0 2022 12+ Alumni and Friends School Community Events 20+ Musical Ensembles 15+ Stage Productions 25+ Acres of Open Space and a Swimming Pool 10+ Sports Played at Every Level 7 00am 7 30pm Wrap Around Care 135 years of empowering girls to forge their own path. Visit us this autumn for an open day, taster session or tour to discover more: sydenhamhighschool.gdst.net
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October6 EDUCATION Meet the Head Families chats to Emily Codling who joins Bromley High School GDST as Head in 2022. She was formerly Head at Eden Park High School which she founded six years ago. How do you feel to be appointed as the next Headmistress of Bromley High School? It is an enormous privilege to have been appointed and I still haven’t stopped smiling! At every stage of the interview process I was able to get to know the school better and was consistently impressed with all aspects of the school, including its beautiful surroundings. Having the opportunity to return to the GDST family feels like coming home and everyone has been incredibly Iwelcoming.lookforward to upholding the strong values that already exist and building on that excellence further to take the school to the next stage of its exciting journey. What was it about the school that made you apply for the position? In this era of rapid change, there is no better time to support girls to take their rightful place in the world. Having the opportunity to help shape that purpose is incredibly Theexciting.values of putting girls first and encouraging them to use their voices with consideration and passion, are truly inspirational and are central to my own agenda. As an all-through school, being able to support the girls from bright eyed four-year olds to independent young ladies at 18 is extremely rewarding. I am honoured to lead the school through its next stage of innovation and excited about the growth that Bromley High School has yet to come. What is your vision for Bromley High School? My vision is to nurture and inspire bright minds and lead them to bright futures; ensuring that the girls learn without limits, so that what happens outside of the classroom is as important as what happens within. READ MORE Meet SpecialHeadthefeature
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 7 200 pupils at Dulwich have free or subsidised places Pupils are encouraged to be and do Bursarieseverythingofupto 100% and Academic Scholarships of up to one third of full fees are available. Find out more and how to apply by scanning the QR code. Entry into Years 3-6 (ages 7-10) Mrs Polly Twisk, Junior School Admissions 020 8299 junioradmissions@dulwich.org.uk8432 Entry into Year 7 and Year 9 (ages 11 and 13) Mrs Sarah Betts and Mrs Alison Williams 020 8299 the.registrar@dulwich.org.uk9263 Join us at our Open Events Book your place dulwich.org.uk/admissions S p ace X are g oin g to M ars. I want to b e part of tha t . My future i s upthere Where girls boldly go blackheathhighschool.gdst.net Our girls can explore possibilities that are simply out of this world, like studying GCSE Astronomy at the Royal Observatory. Independent Day School for Girls aged 3-18 years Open Morning Oct 1 Booknowonline
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October8 EDUCATION Chapter books that encourage kindness The MovementSoup By Ben Davis Age 8+ The Worries: Sohal Finds a Friend By JionAgeSheibani6+ The Elephant in the Room By Holly Goldberg Sloan Age 10+ A Kind of Spark By ElleAgesMcNicoll8+ Lost By Ele AgesFountain11+ Five Ways to Make a Friend By Gillian Cross Ages 8+ The Elephant By PeterAgesCarnavas6+ Boy at the Back of the Class By Onjali Q. Rauf Ages 8+ Wonder By R. J. AgePalacio8+ Our friends at Parrot Street Book Club contribute their suggestions.
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 9 Come see a world of opportunity for yourself at an Oakfield Open Morning on 20th Sept, 11th Oct or 3rd Nov To sign-up email us at: 125-128 Thurlow Park Road, West Dulwich, London, SE21 Toadmissions@oakfield.dulwich.sch.uk8HPsignupemailourregistrarnowat: PREPARATORYOAKFIELD SCHOOL Academic excellence Character development Superb 11+ results 40+ after school clubs Expertise in creative arts STEM Competitiveprovisionsport squads Personalised learning Diverse and inclusive Spacious playgrounds We offer: } Embedding key values and developing ‘the whole child’ through a unique, continuous five-year curriculum } Focusing exclusively on cutting edge Early Childhood Education (age 2+ to 7+), the most crucial period in a child’s life } Transitioning seamlessly from play-based to more structured learning, preparing the children to move on at 7+ with that special Herne Hill School spark } Expert staff operating under the ethos of Love · Care · Excellence in which children excel and learn with fun and enthusiasm } Extensive wrap-around care from 7.45am to 4.45/6pm depending on the year group hernehillschool.co.uk 020enquiries@hernehillschool.co.uk72746336 The Old Vicarage 127 Herne Hill London, SE24 9LY Herne Hill School For Kindergarten from 2+ or call the office for chance vacancies in other year groups Register now! The perfect setting for your child’s early schooling: PRE-PREP OF OPENMORNING Saturday1stOctober2022 Rated ‘excellent’ in all categories Make fruity, crunchy ice with Mr Frosty! APPLY HERE for your FREET&Cstoyapply Magazine available5 Suitableforages3+
Sydenham High School GDST, SE26 6BL Independent girls’ school. Whole School: Sat 17 Sep Prep School: Fri 7 Oct Senior School: Thu 29 Sep Taster days: Wed 5 Oct, Thu 13 Oct Blackheath High School GDST, SE3 7AG Independent girls’ School. Open morning: Sat 1 Oct, plus further ‘school in action’ dates. Oakfield Preparatory School, SE21 8HP Independent co-ed prep school. Open mornings: 20 Sep, 11 Oct and 3 Nov Dulwich Prep London, SE21 Independent boys’ school. Contact the school for dates. Herne Hill School, SE24 9LY Independent co-ed pre-school and Prospectivepre-prep. parent tours are held on Tue and Thu.
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October10 EDUCATION Independent School Open Days Open Events need pre-booking. To register your interest, click on the school and visit its website. Dulwich College, SE21 7LD Independent boys’ School. Years 3, 4 and 5: Sat 8 Oct, Wed 2 Nov Year 7: Tue 13, Fri 23 Sep, Thu 13 Oct Year 9: Wed 14 & Tue 27 Sep Whole school: Sat 1 Oct James Allen’s Girls’ School (JAGS), SE22 8TW Independent girls’ school. Pre-Prep and Prep open morning: Sat 1 SeniorOct School open morning: Wed 21 Sep and Tue 11 Oct Alleyn’s School, SE22 8SU Independent co-ed school. Junior School: Sat 17 Sep, Wed 12 Oct and Tue 1 Nov Senior School: Wed 14, Tue 20, Sat 24 Sep and Wed 12 Oct Bromley High School GDST, Kent BR1 2TW Independent girls’ school. Junior School: Sat 17 Sep Senior School: Sat 1 Oct Sixth Form Taster day: Thu 6 Oct Reception: Tue 1, 8, 15, 22 Nov Year 3: Thu 13 Oct The Laurels School, SE19 3FA Independent senior girls’ school. Open day: Sat 24 Sep
The Pointer School, Blackheath, SE3 7TH Independent co-ed prep school. Regular midweek open mornings held during the school day.
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Rosemead Preparatory School, SE21 8HZ Independent prep school and nursery. Open days run throughout the year. Colfe’s School, SE12 8AW Independent co-ed school. Whole school open morning: 24 Sep Senior school open morning: 5 Nov St Dunstan’s School, SE6 4TY Independent co-ed school. Open day: 24 Sep Bishop Challoner School, Shortlands BR2 0BS Independent co-ed school. Open morning whole school: 24 Sep Riverston School, SE9 8UF Independent co-ed nursery and Toursschool.and visits by appointment. Blackheath Preparatory School, SE3 0NJ Independent co-ed nursery and prep Openschool.day whole school: 24 Sep Small group tours: Wednesdays Lyndhurst Grove SE15 5AH The Villa Pre-Prep and Nursery Tours and visits by appointment School Open Days Events need pre-booking. To register your interest, click on the school and visit its website. Prep School in West Dulwich all its 2022 leavers a fantastic their secondary schools of Its thirty nine leavers celebrated one hundred and six offers and twenty scholarships in the last academic year. student also received their bespoke Oakfield Diploma which they complete in the final term of Year 6. This enables the children to broaden their learning outside the curriculum, harness new passions and further develop the soft skills they will need for the rest of their lives. This year, the children engaged in TV Production, health and wellness, forensic science and more. The Oakfield Diploma marks the culmination of every child’s learning journey from Nursery to the responsible, resilient and ambitious young people who leave at 11+. Mornings take place on 20 Sep, 11 Oct and 3 Nov. Register your place HERE.
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Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October12 Magazine Whatever age your children, we’d love you to tell us what’s happening in your world and about your childcare. In the autumn we’ll share parent stories about how things have changed, the different challenges and how we’re all making things work. Lot of things are changing in our lives and that includes our childcare needs and choices. Tell aboutus childcareyour Take our 5 minute survey Rising costs of living. New ways of working. Not ...theChangingChangingworking.jobs.location...listgoeson! £100£100£100£100 £100 x5 VouchersAmazon£100tobewon!
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The Green Cross Code Find a safe place to cross. STOP just before you get to the kerb. LOOK in all directions for approaching traffic. LISTEN for traffic approaching from all directions. THINK about whether it is safe to cross the road. Walk straight across the road. Keep LOOKING and LISTENING for traffic while crossing. Stop, Look, Listen, Think this film for children ages 3 to 6, pupils dress up and learn how to cross the road safely using the Stop, Look, Listen, Think sequence.
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Whether your child needs a confidence boost or just a weekly dose of drama, dance and singing fun, Perform is back this term with two exciting productions for 4-7s and 7-12s. ‘Perform is not a stage school’ stresses Perform Principal, Lucy Quick. ‘Our classes teach life skills using fun confidence-boosting drama games and end of term productions. Our primary aim is to develop the 4Cs: Confidence, Concentration, Coordination and Communication.’ This term, 4-7s will venture into The Magician’s Chamber for fun with Merlin the Wizard whilst 7-12s will work on a performance of Ebenezer, based on A Christmas Carol. Venues: Greenwich,Beckenham,Lee,Hither Green, Woolwich, Dulwich, East Dulwich, Forest Hill, Herne Hill, Kidbrooke, Blackheath, Brockley, Camberwell, Eltham. Book a no-obligation free class HERE at any time London Parkour Project Parkour is an urban sport, traditionally trained outside in estates and around landmarks with amazing architecture, where practitioners run, jump, and swing over, under and through obstacles within the urban environment. Since 2006, parkour has also been taught in dedicated indoor parkour classes to help push the sport further. London Parkour Project is a professional parkour coaching company. Classes for ages 6-7yrs, 8-11yrs and 12-17yrs (and for adults), develop personal responsibility, discipline and a positive relationship between fear and failure and use the body to train the Joinmind.London Parkour at its dedicated parkour and acrobatics classes where students train at weekly indoor classes, progressing through its custom grading system. Outdoor classes and holiday camps are also available. Read more HERE
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Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October16 AUTUMN Enjoying autumn outside Get your kids outside and engaging with nature this autumn with these great activity options. Play Pooh sticksPick your NoughtsPlaypumpkinownnaturalandCrosses Forage for edibleswild Make friends with a bug Go orienteeringfamily Play conkers Have fun stickswithMake a potionmagic
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 17 AUTUMN Family-friendly walks for autumn Ham House and Garden Fun walking & activities in the gardens of a seventeenth century manor in Surrey. Morden Hall Park An outdoor oasis in London – escape the concrete jungle! Seven CountrySistersPark Miles of coastline in the South Downs National Park in East Sussex. Old Sarum Explore the walks around this Iron Age Hillfort in Wiltshire. Stowe countryside,Breathtakinglake and forest at Stowe in Bucks. Dogs on leads. BreconNationalBeaconsPark Explore the National Botanic Garden of Wales or CantrefFarm.Adventure Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Gardens Try Ripon and Fountains Abbey walk or the Lost Spa trail. Tegg’s CountryNosePark Follow The Gritstone Trail from Disley to Kidsgrove, through Tegg’s Nose in Cheshire. Sutherland’sGrove From waterfalls to forest trails, a Scottish wonderland in West Argyll. The great British countryside is full of stunning walks. Here are nine that are suitable for the whole family. So why not make a day of it?
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October18 HALLOWEEN Halloween treats These delicious hot chocolate sticks are perfect when you want a warming treat this Halloween. Kids can get creative topping them with their favourite chocolates, sprinkles or even cookies and then enjoy them by dunking in a hot cup of milk. RECIPE Hot chocolate sticks Spooky crispy treats Spooky snacks If you’re looking for something that’s Halloween-themed and easy to prepare with just one pot, this healthy pie is a perfect option. It’s a great way to get fish and hidden veg into your child’s diet too! RECIPE Tuna fish pie (with pumpkin tops) Bake these delicious Halloween recipes from Neha Gandesha @squashedpickle. Watch her videos or click for recipe and ingredients. Making rice crispy treats is one of my favourite things to do with my son because he can do most of the job himself! It’s a fab no-bake recipe, you can use any cereal and the results are deliciously crispy and perfect for decoration. RECIPE My son is obsessed with anything creepy and scary and these fun and super-easy snacks are some of his favourites. Your kids will love these delicious Creepy Crumpet Pizzas, Ghostly Peppers and Witches Brooms made from Cheese Strings! RECIPE
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Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October20 HALLOWEEN Halloween crafts the kids will love Time to get really spooooky…..get crafting in good time for Halloween! Paperspidersplate Pumpkin pinata Halloween bat Halloween box scene Easy paper ghostscraftGiant webs Halloween wreath Trick or bagsTreatRock Skulls
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 21 HALLOWEEN DIY Halloween costumes If you have time, a home-made Halloween costume can be much more individual than anything shop bought. Here are some great options, complete with instructions. The BFG Spider’s web Bull in a shopchina Pumpkinpaintface PirateThe Worst pillowcaseSkeletonWitch BatgirlJackfaceSkellingtonmakeup
The Baby Show Live at Olympia 21 & 22 October Complete with hundreds of exhibitors, exclusive show offers, an abundance of celebrity appearances, expert advice and shopping. Do-re-mi-ka-do 20 & 21 October A touring show from de Stilte as part of Dance Umbrella. Sound, colour and movement combine, taking family audiences into a limitless world of imagination, where children are encouraged to play and creativity knows no boundaries.
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October22 DIARY DATES Greenwich & Docklands International Festival Until 11 September A programme of wondrous immersive art installations, theatre, circus acts and dance, for all ages and all free. Sydenham Arts: Artists Trail 2022 3 & 4, 10 & 11 September Meet local somethingcreativityworkshopgraffitithehousesandprintmakers,artists,sculptorsceramistsinopenandstudios.Followartists’trail,joinawalk,signuptoaandenjoytheonoffer-there’sforeveryone. Totally Thames Festival 1 to 30 September The annual celebration along the full 42-mile stretch of the River Thames features arts events, active HighlightschargeManyeducationmudlarking,environmentaladventures,initiatives,heritageandprogrammes.eventsarefreeofandfamily-friendly.include: Harvest Festival at Surrey Docks Farm 10 September A food-themed event for all ages, with butternut skittles to play and freshly made food to enjoy among the city farm animals’ home. The Great River Race 10 September Cheer on as over 300 boats row over 21.6 miles, crewed by serious and fancy-dressed teams.
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Turning Tides Festival 10 & 11 September A weekend of live performances on Greenwich Peninsula; musicians, street food and spaces to explore. Hands on History 10 & 11 September Experience Tudor London by seeing and handling 16th century artefacts recovered by mudlarks from the River Thames in Greenwich. Kids’ Choir 18 September A heart-warming concert by a choir of 400 children from 23 primary schools across London, led by renowned conductor Richard Frostick. The Modern Family Show 10 September A boutique, one-day event exclusively designed by and for the LGBT+ community. Find out about UK and
StoryTrails: Unboxed 2022 Download the StoryTrails app and take an immersive, time and space-travelling tour around Lewisham. The app overlays remixed BFI and BBC archive footage onto the streets and adds untold stories, revealing your surroundings in new and magical ways. Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave 18 September Dance together on a dance floor filled with bubbles, balloons and a huge parachute. Arts and crafts, a baby chillout cabin and a licensed bar also available.
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Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 23 Angel sadlerswells.com VardinmonJasminCompanyALiCE 28 – 29 Oct 2022 Also coming up... Ballo Arthur Pita – Ten Sorry Tales 27 – 29 Oct 2022 Lilian Baylis Studio 1996.BBC©&logo™BBCStudios.BBCbyLicensed2014,LtdAKAStudio©&logos™characterandDUGGEE™HEYTHE THEATRELIVESHOW LONDON SOUTHBANK c ENTRE ‘ S ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL 14 DE c - 8 JAN TI c KET S ON SALE NOW | HEYDU gg E E LIVE .c O m Perform’s Aladdin Half Term Holiday Course in Blackheath and Dulwich 24 to 26 October Send your child on a farflung and exotic Arabian adventure with Perform this October half-term, filled with colour, magic and mystery and based on the much-loved story of Aladdin. 4–10 year olds can enjoy three fun-packed full days of drama, dance and singing with an energetic team of actors, dancers and musicians. The course ends with a musicperformancecolourfulwithoriginalandfabulous costumes. Book now, call 020 7255 9120. THEATRE & SHOWS ExCel London E16 1XL Until 2023 Jurassic World: The Exhibition See your dinosaursfavouritecometo life! Roam among life-sized dinosaurs to encounter a velociraptor, T-rexbrachiosaurus,toweringthemightyandmore. Shakespeare’s Globe New Globe Walk SE1 9DT 24 & 25 October The Winter’s Tale Family workshops using a range of activities and games. Ages 5-8 and 9-12. 22 to 29 October Storytelling: Macbeth Macbeth has no real plan in his quest to be king. But he is not going to let that stand between him and power. Ages 5-12. MUSEUMS & GALLERIES What’s on All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed. WHAT’S ON
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October24 What’s on All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed. Greenwich Theatre Crooms Hill SE10 8ES 10 & 11 September Baby Bear Baby Bear is happy in her cosy cave and doesn’t want to venture into the scary world outside. But she is too curious about the sights, sounds and smells outside to stay indoors. Playful, interactive puppetry adventure for ages 0-18mth. 26 to 30 October We’re Going on a Bear Hunt A family go on an expedition of a lifetimerunning down the grassy bank, wading through the cold river, squelching over the oozy mud, stumbling into the dark forest...what will they find? Ages 3-7. Fortune Theatre Russell Street EC2B 5HH 24 to 30 October Magical Merlin In Ancient Britain, Magical Merlin is the most miraculous wizard ever. So when the baby King Arthur is born and jealous older sister, Morgan Le Fay, starts turning people into animals, it’s down to Merlin to save the day. With a spellbinding mix of magic, songs and dancing, Magical Merlin is a spectacular mini-musical sure to enchant the whole family. Ages 4-10. Leicester Square Theatre WC2H 7BX 22 October to 2 January Stick Man Freckle delightfulProductions’adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s book, featuring a trio of top actors, the production is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves. Unicorn Theatre Tooley Street SE1 2HZ 4 to 30 October Baby Show Sit in a gorgeous gardeninspired set and watch as the performer playfully explores the joys and tribulations of getting ready and exploring outside. Ages 6-18 months. Gillian Lynne Theatre Drury Lane WC2B 5PW Until 23 January The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they wave goodbye to wartime Britain and embark on the most magical of adventures in Narnia. Bromley Churchill Theatre Bromley, BR1 1HA 21 October Baby Broadway A fun interactive family concert of songs featuring West End singers. Sing and dance along to songs from hit musicals and films while enjoying bubbles, puppets, actions and dance moves. Bring Your Own Baby 23VariousComedyvenuesSeptember& 20 October Bring Your Own Baby Comedy A funny, friendly afternoon of top comedy, where baby can come too and join in with the rumpus. Shows feature a new line up of comedians each month with two acts plus a compere. Ages 0-12 months+. 23 Sep in Woolwich and 20 Oct in East Dulwich. Bach to Baby Various venues 20 Sep, 25 Oct, 29 Nov and 20 Dec in East 2Dulwichand19 Oct in Sydenham Bach to Baby muchbabiesperformancesputOutstandingbabiesclassicalCritically-acclaimedconcertsforandtheirgrownups.musiciansonexhilaratingwherecan‘joinin’withasnoiseastheylike! WHAT’S ON
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Horniman Museum London Road SE23 3PQ Until 30 October Cats and Dogs Discover more about our fascinating furry friends in this interactive, familyfriendly exhibition. National Maritime Greenwich,Museum SE10 9NF 24 September Safe Harbour Free workshops created to provide a safe space for foster and adoptive families. Until 25 September Canaletto’s Venice Revisited See the complete set of 24 Venetian views painted by Canaletto in the 1730s. On loan from the worldfamous collection at Woburn Abbey, the works form the largest single commission the Italian artist ever received. 24 September to 30 October River of Hope An exhibition of artwork created by young people, reflecting on their hopes and aspirations for the planet. 22 to 30 October Guiding Lights A free week of activities for families, playing with light and taking inspiration from the museum’s collection.
Various dates The Sky Tonight A live show taking visitors on a tour of what can be seen in the night sky, complete with a fly-out to the edge of the visible universe. Ages 7+. Cutty Sark, SE10 9HT 1-2 October Family Fun Weekend Listen to sea shanties on the tween deck, watch characters from the ship’s past as they tell tales of life on board, take part in drop-in. Ages 4+. Half term week and weekends Cutty Sark Characters Climb aboard to hear Cutty Sark’s incredible stories brought to life by characters from the ship’s past. Ages 3+. Various dates Rig Climb Experience Climb the famous masts and enjoy views of the Thames. Ages 12+. Brunel Museum, SE16 4LF Weekends and School Holidays Sir Marc Isambard Brunel and his son Isambard Kingdom Brunel changed the world with their inventive tunnels, bridges and viaducts, built during the Victorian reign. The British Museum, WC1B 3GD 13 October to 19 February Hieroglyphs: Unlocking Ancient Egypt A new exhibition exploring inscriptions and objects from one of the world’s oldest civilisations. Museum of London, EC2Y 5HN Until December I Want To Play Football Display of personal items documents career of England team captain Harry Kane. All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before visit in case anything has changed.
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Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, TW9 3AE 1-31 October Mexico Festival Kew’s iconic Temperate House is transformed by a vivid array of art and horticultural installations, each showcasing the unique spectacle of this North American nation. October Half Term Workshops & Activities Carnival workshops and activities for all the family, with parades, costumes, movement and games, as part of the month-long Mexico Festival.
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Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October26 THE GREAT OUTDOORS Fields of EveryWhen Over Thamesmead, SE28 10, 24 & 25 September Look up to the evening skies to spot 25 metrehigh hot air balloons, designed as part of the Thamesmead Festival. Eltham Palace and Gardens, SE9 5QE 22 to 30 October Halloween Half Term Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out this half term. Follow the trail to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 27 HALLOWEEN AutumnHuntTreasure Get outdoors and go on a treasure hunt with your kids, finding and matching autumn treasures. Autumn treasure hunt Ideal for appreciating the autumn season and getting outdoors. No checking online until you get home! On the next page you’ll find pictures of eight different autumn treasures to find in the park or woodlands. Remember, the Woodland Trust has a great guide to woodlands near you. Once you’ve found them, write in the name of what you’ve found. Get your grown up to help Thenyou. take a look at the pictures in a row at the bottom. Each picture has some kind of connection to your treasures. It might be where the treasure comes from or maybe where you find it. When you’ve worked out the connection, draw a line from each of your autumn treasures to the picture at the bottom that is connected to it. And hey presto, you’re done! And hopefully you’ve found an autumn treasure you can keep or learned something you didn’t know. Have fun! DOWNLOAD FOR YOUR KIDS HERE What am I? I am a: I am a: I am a: I am a: I am an: I am an: I am a: I am a:
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October28 ACTIVITIES Screen-free rainy day activities We asked Isabell Fisher, co-founder of Little Hands Learning for some easy-to-set-up activities that will appeal to little hands, eyes and brains. Reading to your kids is great but don’t limit the experience to sitting on the sofa. If the book is set in a cave, evict the vacuum cleaner from under the stairs and issue everyone with head torches! If you’re reading a desert adventure, create a Bedouin tent using some sheets and your clothes horse. Boosted books Baking shortbread and scones is simple enough for inexperienced bakers to try. Hopefully the end results will taste great and they will enjoy eating them too. Baking bread is also surprisingly simple and you and your children can have lots of fun creating different animals out of the dough to then bake in the oven. Baking Children love to paint and getting messy is part of the fun! BUT the idea of the mess can fill many parents with dread. Instead of using poster paint, try using watercolour paints which are easier to clean up. To change things up, get the kids painting on coffee filters, a canvas or ice cubes. Painting There’s no doubt that playdough is a versatile toy. But if the smell and texture of big-branded playdough is something you’re not keen on, there are some wonderful options for soft and scented playdough that doesn’t leave a greasy residue. Check that its been UKCA tested before buying. Playdough
Screen-free rainy day activities
We asked Isabell Fisher, co-founder of Little Hands Learning for some easy-to-set-up activities that will appeal to little hands, eyes and brains.
This doesn’t need to be overly complicated. Often keeping it simple is far better than creating something elaborate. Try making a paper boat and see how far it travels or creating tealight holders out of old jam jars by gluing on pieces of tissue paper. These also make lovely homemade presents for grandparents. Art and craft There are lots of easy science experiments that can be tried at home with household items and they encourage kids to ask questions, make predictions and understand the world around them. Try making a lava lamp with water, food colouring and oil in a jar. Add an effervescent tablet and watch what happens! Easy science experiments Treasure hunt This is a fun way for kids to learn about design and teamwork. All you need is a piece of paper, some pens, some counters (maybe toy figures), some dice and some rules. Involve your children in working out what the game is about, how it works and decorate your board before playing! Design a board game Hide some treasure and then create a map for your kids to follow. Make it more interesting (and last longer) by having the map lead your little pirates to different locations where each location’s ‘treasure’ is a clue to the next location. For more authenticity, scrunch up the paper and stain it with a damp teabag.
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