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Familiesonline.co.uk Twickenham School Aspire; Achieve; Enjoy Join us at our first open event of the new academic year on Tuesday 4th October 2022 to meet our staff and students and see our new Aspire Centre in action! Percy Road, Twickenham, TW2 6JW Tel: 01932 894 4503 www twickenhamschool org uk Stagecoach Performing Arts is the trading name of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Limited. Stagecoach Theatre Arts schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach and Creative Courage For Life are registered trademarks of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Limited. ABOUTASKOURTWOWEEKTRIAL
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! Starting or going back to school can be challenging for children (and parents) so check out our advice on new term teething problems and inspire your kids with our great book recommendations. Take a look at What’s On and our Halloween and half term features to see how you can enjoy them locally, (trust me, they will roll round very soon), as well as our suggestions for Halloween cooking, craft and costumes, an Autumn treasure hunt and family-friendly walk suggestions. 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! RoadHalloweenAutumnHalfMeetEducationtheHeadtermsafetyfor kids Classes and clubs What’sWork Children’sOntheatre In this issue 383534252318161264 CONTENTS Get in touch Competition winners from our May/June issue Congratulations to all our winners. You can find a list HERE Shrewsbury Pre-PreparatoryHouseSchool 22www.shrewsburyhousepreprep.netMilbourneLane,Esher,SurreyKT10 9EA ‘Laying Foundations for Life’ Open FridayMorning30thSeptember 2022 9:30am-11:30amAtShrewsburyHousePre-Prep,we offer an excellent academic provision combined with outstanding pastoral care for boys and girls from Nursery to Year 2. For more information, please contact our Registrar, Mrs Jules Akhurst: shppadmissions@shstrust.net | 01372 462781 Or visit our website to register your interest. Limited places still available for September 2022 intake.
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October4 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 5 LEH_ALL ADVERTS 2022.indd 2 7/1/22 14:09 Register here: www.hamptonprep.org.uk T 0208 979 1844 E admissions@hamptonprep.org.uk Open SaturdayMorning1October 2022 Pre-Prep Tour: 9.00 – 10.00am Prep Tour: 9.00 – 10.00am or 10.15 – 11.15am COME TO SCHOOL A GREAT PLACE TO Pre-Prep Open Morning Friday 25 November 2022 Headmaster’s and Head of Pre-Prep’s Welcome at the Pre-Prep School, Wensleydale Road: 9:30am Pre-Prep Tour: 9:45 – 10.45am
In three words, how would the students describe you?
Caring, approachable and big! Shrewsbury House is a prep school for boys but the pre-prep is open to boys and girls. Why is this important to you?
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The children are the reason I do what I do! They are wonderful and make me so proud, as well as mak ing me smile every day. Leading a community of people where you have the opportunity to invest in young children’s lives and make a genuine difference is a privilege.
I want both boys and girls to have the incredible opportunities that SHPPS provides and to start their educational journey in the best possible way. Young children love being with other young children and it’s lovely to see both sexes mixing, interacting and learning from one another at this initial point of their education. Diversity is celebrated at SHPPS, with each child seen as unique and special, encouraging respect for all. Why are co-curricular activities are so important for young children and how do you involve all students in these activities? School is so much more than just being in a classroom from 8:30-3:30! Every aspect of school life, including co-curricular activities, combine to give an all-round experience that can be defined as ‘school.’ This helps develop a child in a truly holistic way and creates amazing memories. Our philosophy at SHPPS is ‘opportunity for all,’ meaning all children get the chance to have a go at the plethora of activities on offer. For example, all children will play sport in teams and take part in performances, plays and concerts, not just a select few.
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Families chats with Jon Akhurst, Head of Pre-Prep at Shrewsbury House School in Esher. What do you like best about being Head of Pre-Prep at Shrewsbury House School?
Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 7 SOLD THE SCHOOL WERE EXACTLY WANTED MY SON IN A FEW YEARS: ARTICULATE AND THOUGHTFULCURRENTWORLD.”ABOUTPARENT day preparatory school 3-13 and girls aged 3-4 kingshouseschool.org Richmond, Surrey TW10 6ES sign up to an upcoming please contact Sally Bass at bass.s@kingshouseschool.org02089401878 Jubilee High School Discover; Succeed; Achieve Visits are always welcomed. Join us from September at one of our open events to see phase two of our three-year redevelopment scheme and meet our staff and students! School Lane, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 1TE Tel: 01932 884800 www jubileehigh surrey sch uk
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 Sally illustratedGardner,byLydiaCorrey Panda at the Door Written and illustrated by Sarah Horne
Brilliant first chapter books for early readers
By Serena Patel, illustrated by Selom Sunu Alien in the FactoryJam
By Chrissie Sains. illustrated by Jenny Taylor Velda andAwesomesttheVikingtheVoyageofDeadlyDoom
By Alastair DeschampsillustratedChisholm,byEricandBenMantle
The Tindims of Rubbish Island
By Polly Faber, illustrated by VulliamyClara There’s a Dog in My Brain By Caroline Green, illustrated by Rikin Parekh The GrannyMarvellousJinksandMe
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By David MacPhail, illustrated by MorganRichard Noodle the Doodle By Jonathan Meres, illustrated by Katy Halford
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New term teething troubles
My child is having trouble making friends Perhaps they’re in a different class or their closest friend has left the school and they’re struggling to adjust and find a new bestie or gang. Regardless, there are a couple of things you can do to boost your child’s friendships. Firstly, of course, talk to your child’s teacher and ask if there’s anyone they think your son or daughter might particularly gel with. Next up, invite them over for a playdate or arrange to meet them and their parent in the park. If confidence is an issue, role play approaching potential friends with your little one…take it in turns. My child can’t manage this year’s curriculum Primary school learning is much more of a double act these days, a partnership between parents and teachers. Again, go and have a chat with the teacher to try and understand your child’s level and find out what you can do to support your little one’s reading, writing or maths at home. This needn’t be
anything formal, just reading a little more together or encouraging them to do some basic adding up when you’re at the shops or baking. For writing practice, could they write a post card to their grandparents or other relatives?
The autumn term has begun and your child has returned to school. What kind of ‘teething troubles’ might you face over the next few months while your child copes with the changes that September brought with it? And how should you deal with them?
We asked three parents, Zobia Ali Chughtai, Nikkie Feringa and Bryoni Lynch, all who have children at The Mall School in Twickenham, to tell us what they think of the school. Nikkie has two sons, one in Year 5 and the other in Year 4, whilst Zobia’s boys are in Year 4 and Year 2. Bryoni’s son is in Year 1.
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There was no end to the superlatives when we asked the parents to describe The Mall School - caring, grounded, academic, attentive, ambitious, inspiring, traditional, open and nurturing were just some of them. Their experience of the school is very positive. Each were drawn to The Mall for different but complementary reasons. Nikkie cites the combination of its proven reputation in preparing boys for reputable secondary schools, combined with the caring and nurturing environment, in which children feel heard, valued and supported. Zobia was impressed by the confidence, manners and maturity of the boys who led the tour on her family’s first visit - in particular, their pride in the school and their level of articulation. Bryoni felt that her son would thrive in the small classes and her family loved the facilities, including the onsite swimming pool. All three parents are delighted with their choice. Nikkie’s boys tell her that their teachers and friends make school fun. Bryoni’s son talks about how caring the teachers are, whilst Zobia’s sons describe the warmth of the school and the variety of sports and clubs on offer. All their sons enjoy a broad range of lessons, including games (cricket, football, rugby), French, design technology, art and drama; teachers are often Nikkie‘inspirational.’sumsup: ‘Happy hearts create a happy school and happy children. This school cares about bringing out the best in every boy and no boy is left behind.’
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Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 11 N E W L A N D H O U S E S C H O O L WE LCO M E M O R N I NG S 23 September 4 November 2 December Independent Nurseery & Preparatory Day School for Girls and Boys from 3 to 13 Years Newland House School Waldegrave Park, Twickenham, TW1 4TQ T 020 8865 1305 E admissions@newlandhouse net www newlandhouse net I NNO VA TE, NU R TURE, IN SP I R E , F L Y . . . r e g i s t r a r @ c h e a m k + 4 4 ( 0 ) 1 6 3 5 2 6 7 8 2 2 O P E N M O R N I N G E X P L O R E C H E A M | 1 0 0 0 a m t o 1 2 3 0 p m P l e a s e j o i n u s a n d s e e f i r s t h a n d w h y C h e a m i s s u c h a s p e c i a l a n d i n s p i r i n g p l a c e f o r c h i l d r e n t o s p e n d t h e i r f o r m a t i v e y e a r s V i s i t o u r w e b s i t e t o r e g i s t e r f o r a n O p e n M o r n i n g o r t o a r r a n g e a n i n d i v i d u a l t o u r w w w c h e a m s c h o o l c o m C h e a m i s a l e a d i n g i n d e p e n d e n t , d a y a n d b o a r d i n g p r e p s c h o o l , n e s t l e d i n 1 0 0 a c r e s o f B e r k s h i r e c o u n t r y s i d e , f o r p u p i l s a g e d 3 t o 1 3 y e a r s L o c a l a n d L o n d o n b u s s e r v i c e s a r e a v a i l a b l e Friday 14 October
Get into the Halloween spirit this Autumn half term at Hever Castle & Gardens. Hever is offering ghostly excitement galore with a family-friendly spooky trail running from 22 to 30 October.
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From 15 to 30 October, families can enjoy a fantastic, fun, wildlife learning eek!sperience for all the family at London Wetland Centre. Discover an eek!citing and mysterious world of wetland nature on the interactive trail and put your spookometer to the test. Do you dare to put your hand in a snake box, grab a photo opportunity with a bat or get up close and personal with a toad?
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Experience the magic and uniqueness of wetland wildlife in a full day of discovery. Enjoy pond dipping and an Otter’s Talk (11am and 2pm). Grab a net and discover what creatures live in our ponds. Watch the endearing Asianclawed otters play under the waterfall, join them for their daily feed and learn about their lives.
In return for a small prize, enter different zones including witches, skeletons and bats to find letters that spell out a mystery word - don’t forget to look out for the giant spider!
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Dress up in your spookiest costumes to really get in the Didmood!you know that, in olden times, garlic was thought to ward off evil spirits? Keen young visitors can take part in Hever’s garlic bulb planting workshop to try and scare away vampires and other spirits! Spot ghostly decorations around the grounds, take part in a Castle trail (included with Castle entry) and listen to traditional ghost stories. Finish off your fabulous day out with a ghostly face paint (extra charge).
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Autumn Motorsport Day on 9 October will be a celebration of motorsport. From Formula 1 and GTs to Touring cars and Group B rally cars, vehicles will be put through their paces on the adjacent Mercedes-Benz World circuit, with Test Hill in action. Enjoy the rare opportunity to see and hear these competition cars at close
Half term discovery at Brooklands Museum
Octoberquarters.half term week’s Air Heads family workshops, activities and tours will take families back to the early days of aviation, when Brooklands pioneered aircraft and pilot training. Meet the legends of the air, as costumed storytellers bring to life the tales of Brooklands’ aviation pioneers. Get interactive in the awardwinning Aircraft Factory and make and design your own MOREaircraft.HERE
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Get up-close, go onboard and discover the amazing history of Brooklands Museum in BrooklandsWeybridge.
Running from 22 to 30 October, Deadliest Plants and Bugs will include lots of fun handson activities for all the family to Childrenenjoy. can find out how plants and insects from cacti to centipedes use fangs, stings, spines and slime to defend themselves and their habitats. Educational and fun! Normal garden admission applies. Free to RHS members and children under 5. Whilst at Wisley, see the garden’s exotic collection of rare, endangered species at The Glasshouse and enjoy a walk in the jungle-like Battleston Hill woodland gardens. With over 200 acres of gardens to explore, Wisley is a perfect place for kids to roam free.
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Head to RHS Garden Wisley with the family this October half term and discover the clever creepy-crawlies and super-smart plants that fight back!
Discover deadly nature at RHS Wisley
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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
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!
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Get outdoors and go on a treasure hunt with your kids, finding and matching autumn treasures.
Autumn treasure hunt
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RECIPE Hot chocolate sticks
Spooky snacks
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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!
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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.
Tuna fish pie (with pumpkin tops)
Bake these delicious Halloween recipes from Neha Gandesha @squashedpickle. Watch her videos or click for recipe and ingredients.
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!
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.
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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
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October22 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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Never let your child go near a road alone and always hold Showhands.children how pedestrians walk safely on the pavement and vehicles use the road. Point out safer crossing places and show how to use them. Reinforce Stop, Look, Listen and Think.
Ages 7-11
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.
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Collaborative lessons in small groups Working(approx.1:4)toNational Curriculum objectives Confidence-building, interactive and engaging Variety of teaching and learning strategies parentmeetingintroductoryFreewithandchildand20%offthefirsttwolessons Laura Parker Fully qualified primary teacher English tuition for Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 The Inspired Hub, Hampton, TW12 (approx.1:4)contact@therightbalancetuition.co.ukwww.therightbalancetuition.co.uk2JA07443733619 Working to National contact@therightbalancetuition.co.ukstrategies Small and caring pre-school in AgesHampton2to5 Teaches Early Years Foundation Stage. Curriculum and Montessori Method. For a prospectus or to visit, call Julia on 020 8335 0666 / 07939 838 991 or email juliasmontessori@aol.com
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Children should not go out alone until they know and can use the Green Cross Code . Let your child make decisions with you, so they learn through practical action. Help your child plan safe walking routes. Encourage your child to talk about what they see on the roads and whether it’s safe.
The number one rule is hand holding. If your child is likely to pull away use safety reins. Make sure your child walks on the INSIDE of the pavement away from traffic. Introduce Stop, Look, Listen and Think. Point out hidden entrances or driveways that cross the pavement.
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Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 25 RICHMOND Christ School, Queens Road, Richmond, TW10 6HW Sunday AM 2 Week Trial for ONLY £30 OFFER TRIAL Rugby Coaching: Basketball AFootballNetball ges 5-14 SportsKidz Phone: 0800 0248842 Email: office@sportskidz.co.uk Website: SportsKidz.co.uk MILL HILL Mill Hill County High School, Worcester Crescent, NW7 4LL Saturday AM Warm water Max 5 children in a group Teachers in the water Dry Coffee area UV filtered water Adult PrivatelessonsCarParking 07915 510720 www.teamswimschool.com info@teamswimschool.com Free AssessmentBook your child now! English Tutor 7+, 11+, 13+, GCSE, A level I work with all abilities and levels on comprehension/creative writing/spelling/ punctuation & grammar/verbal reasoning/ persuasive writing/literary analysis/essay writing/exam technique/references available Location:HamptonHilljoanna2tutor@gmail.comJoanna07941799096 10+ experience/years’DBSchecked £40ph Try curling in Twickenham this winter! This winter, the latest cool seasonal family activity is coming to South West London! From 28 October to 3 January, The Shack in Twickenham (outside Twickenham train station), is being taken over by The Curling Club. Famous as a rugby venue, from early November, The Shack will be transformed into the first curling activity bar in South West London. You and your family will be able to head down and try your hand at casual curling. Glide your stones down a fit-for-purpose sheet giving you an experience as close to the Winter Olympic sport of curling without the need for ice or specialist footwear. Space is limited and the take over will end in the New Year, so reserve your space today and make a date to do something different this winter! BOOK HERE CLASSES & CLUBS
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Whether you’re looking for a confidence boost for your child or just a weekly dose of drama, dance and singing fun, Perform is back this autumn with two exciting productions for 4-7s and 7-12s. With a focus specifically on social skill development and boosting confidence, classes run in Richmond, Kingston, Hounslow and Elmbridge boroughs. Every child can try a FREE class at any point.
‘At Perform Richmond, we have a gorgeous group of 4-7s and 7-12s run by a very experienced team’ says Gemma Payne, Area Partner and Richmond Producer. ‘The hall is full of fun and laughter in every class and the children’s last presentations were amazing!’ This term, Perform 4-7s will venture into The Magician’s Chamber with Merlin the Wizard whilst 7-12s will work on a funky, festive performance of Ebenezer, based Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol. This term runs from September to December in Brentford, Cobham, Esher, Hampton, Isleworth, Kew, Kingston, Richmond, St Margarets, Surbiton, Teddington, Twickenham and Weybridge. Book a free class HERE. More about Perform’s classes Confidence building weekly drama, dance and singing classes for 4-7s and 7-12s, designed to boost confidence, concentrationcommunication,andcoordination.
Hampton: Linden Hall Community Centre NEW Isleworth: St John’s and St Mary’s Church Hall
Kew: Kew Community Centre
Kingston: Alexandra Infants School & The Parish of St John the Baptist
Richmond: Vineyard Life Church, The Russell Primary School & Holy Trinity Church Centre St Margarets: St Margarets Catholic Church Hall NEW Surbiton: Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College NEW Teddington: Teddington Methodist Church Twickenham: The Crossway Centre & Twickenham United Reform Church Weybridge: St James’ Parish Centre
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Cobham: St Andrew’s Church Hall
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Familiesonline.co.uk September/October 27 CAMPS & CLASSES Danceforce School of Dancing, Kingston www.danceforceschoolofdancing.comoffice@danceforceschoolofdancing.com Freeclasstrial RAD BALLET ISTD TAP, MODERN & JAZZ JPCONTEMPORARYRESCHOOL,MINIS,UNIORS,SENIORS& ADULTS Classes in Hampton Hill & Twickenham • MUSICAL THEATRE • DRAMA • PIANO • SINGING • PLAYWRITING • YOUTH THEATRE • LAMDA, TRINITY AND ABRSM EXAMINATIONS Please call 07973 900196 or e: info@steponstageacademy.co.uk www.steponstageacademy.co.uk SEPTEMBER!NOWBOOKINGFOR Ballet Modern Tap Contemporary Acro Pilates www kewacademydance co uk office@kewacademydance co uk 07967341117 A friendly & professional dance school with classes suitable for all ages and abilities giving students a safe space to learn and have fun Please CHECK ALL INFORMATION IS CORRECT especially dates, Venue: Christs School, Queens Road, TW10 6HW (Every Tuesday) 0208 088 0117
‘I believe that dance is for everyone and am passionate about making sure little ones’ first dance classes are about having fun and discovering the magic of ballet in a noncompetitive, inclusive way’ she Babyballet®says.
Miss Danielle, the owner of the Twickenham, Richmond and Kingston franchise, trained at the University of Chichester and performed as a dancer and cheerleader before discovering her passion for teaching preschool age children.
Fun, award-winning pre-school dance concept for children, Babyballet® classes allow babies, toddlers and young children ages 18 months to 6 years, to enjoy the physical and social benefits of ballet, song and dance in a safe, caring and informal environment.
offers all new members a three week trial for just £20. Classes currently run in Whitton, Twickenham, Teddington and Richmond. Book a trial and find out more HERE
Dance with Kew Academy of Performing Arts
Now in its nineteenth year, Kew Academy of Performing Arts (KAPA) holds an enviable reputation as a leading dance school in the Richmond area, offering a strong background training in dance and stage performance skills, whilst developing natural talents and KAPAself-confidence.makeslearning to dance fun and delivers classes in a friendly atmosphere but with the discipline necessary to achieve the highest standards. Whether students want a hobby or to pursue a career in the arts, KAPA delivers the best training and foundation for their craft and for entry into their dream industry, with their alumni now dancing with the Royal Ballet, English National Ballet, in the West End and touring the world!
Offering classes in ballet, contemporary, acrobatic arts, pilates, modern and tap, taught by a Royal Ballet School Principal, students can take graded exams and participate in performances. MORE HERE
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Little Voices also runs extremely popular small-group holiday camps inspired by children’s most loved movies and musicals. Children work towards a professionally filmed performance which is sent out to everyone afterwards. Lessons and holiday camps run in TW10 and are enrolling throughout September. FREE TRIAL LESSONS and childcare vouchers are accepted. HERE
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All aboard Stagecoachthetrain!
Stagecoach Performing Arts was founded in 1988 and continues to grow as the UK’s largest network of extracurricular performing arts schools for children with fifty five thousand students enrolled in its weekly classes worldwide. As one of the first extracurricular children’s performing arts schools in the country, Stagecoach aims to inspire its students, making a difference to their lives by teaching Creative Courage For Life®. Notable alumni are Emma Watson, Jamie Bell, Eleanor Tomlinson, Tuppence Middleton, Tom Fletcher, Dani Harmer, Josh Cuthbert, Danny Mac and Charlotte Jaconelli. Locally, Stagecoach classes are available in Chertsey, Hinchley Wood & Esher, Richmond, Staines, TeddingtonTwickenham, and Weybridge where singing, dancing and acting classes are available for children ages 4 to 18. Stagecoach offers a two week trial. MORE HERE
Inspiration with SW London Little Voices!
Little Voices is an awardwinning children’s activity provider and recognised LAMDA partner, offering fun and inspiring, technique-filled drama and singing lessons for children ages 4 to 11 in Richmond. Small class sizes, taught by highly qualified tutors, allow students to work towards a midyear theatrical performance with themes like Encanto and Sing 2, as well as an end of year LAMDA exam. With over 300 students, Little Voices holds an exemplary twelve year 100% pass rate with 98% of its students achieving Merits and Distinctions!
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Magic and fun at Bellarinas Step ahead with Step on Stage!
Bellarinas offers magical and fun ballet classes for children ages 3+ with Saturday classes at The Kingston Academy and Surbiton High School. Children enjoy learning ballet, developing confidence and technique in a supportive and encouraging environment and classes combine exercises and dances, using creative themes and props. Children also have the chance to perform in various events, fairs and showcases throughout the year. A FREE TRIAL is available. ‘I think Bellarinas is brilliant! None of the other classes we take our daughter to will result in her running into the room - it’s a total win!’ says Chris. ‘Perfect ballet class - great mixture of fun and learning. Teacher is very patient with them, class is very well structured, great music and props. My daughter has been proudly practising her moves all week’ comments Lucy. Call 07949 007296 to book a free MOREtrial.HERE.
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An independent school, Step on Stage is not tied by set schemes of work and schedules; instead each year, new opportunities, lesson plans and a wide range of performance opportunities are developed, catering specifically for its mix of students. ‘Emma’s commitment to her students is outstanding. Her energy and enthusiasm are boundless. She helps each student to discover and develop their own talents, to progress at a pace that suits them.’ LG, Twickenham. MORE HERE
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Step on Stage Academy is a leading, award winning, independent performing arts school based in Twickenham, Hampton Hill and Sunbury. Founded in 2005 by Emma Louise Tinniswood, the school offers professional training in acting, music, musical theatre and playwriting to children ages 3 to 18, as well as youth theatre, holiday workshops and LAMDA, ABRSM, Trinity Rock School and ISTD exam opportunities.
Principal, Carol Winter is passionate about working with great teachers and offering the best possible experience from the first stages of learning. ‘Whilst dance is fun, it’s also physically demanding.
Parents should take great care to send their child to professional, qualified teachers’ she Manycomments.students train with Danceforce from nursery to university age and return as adult students and with their children too!
Danceforce provides exceptional quality dance instruction and specialist training, which explains why it’s one of the longest running dance schools in Kingston.
All classes are designed to improve gross motor skills, social skills, co-ordination and rhythm, using themes and prop and children practise following instructions and dancing together as a class – an essential skill in school preparation.
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Happy Toes is Danceforce School of Dancing’s pre-school dance programme for children ages 18 months to 4 years. Its classes make learning to dance an unforgettable and magical experience for little ones and the perfect way to begin their dance journey.
Parents and carers are encouraged to join in, a lovely way to have fun and interact as children take their first steps into Atdance.age 3, they progress to an independent nursery class in ballet or in the new street and tap class for those who love to bop and groove! Nursery classes also perform in Danceforce’s annual Little Movers Show.
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Danceforce School of Dancing is a thriving and successful school for ages 18 months to adult offering classes in ballet, modern, tap, jazz, contemporary, acro and musical theatre. Students take part in performances and gain recognition for their hard work through RAD/ISTD exams.
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Principal of sixteen years, Natasha Clarke, is passionate about creating engaging performing arts classes and holiday camps which stretch young imaginations and build essential life skills including confidence, communication, coordination and creativity. Each week, students ages 4 to 18 are taken through their paces learning singing, dancing and drama. Taking place after school on Fridays and on Saturdays in Ashford, Staines, classes are ninety minutes for children ages 4 to 6 and three hours for children ages 6 to 19 (split into age-appropriate groups).
Call Amanda on 07835 848066
With DBS checked teachers with degrees in their discipline, students are taught to a very high standard and Stagecoach Staines is an inspiring place to be. With her background as a professional actress and singer, Natasha loves to share her vast knowledge of the industry with her students and to invite memorable guests such as Amanda Holden, Keeley Hawes and Matt Lapinskas (from EastEnders) to the talent shows of her students. As well as offering accredited examinations and additional LAMDA tuition, Stagecoach Staines gives regular performances including, over the years, at Disneyland Paris, Shaftesbury Theatre and Her Majesty’s Theatre in the West End, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre in Guildford and most recently, the school was part of the celebrations for the Queen’s Jubilee.
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Stagecoach Staines offers a nurturing environment where every child has a chance to shine.
To book, call 07802 800633, email or visit website. Ballet lessons and children’s parties for ages 3+ Magical, fun and creative Saturdays at Surbiton High School and Kingston info@bellarinas.comAcademy07949007296www.bellarinas.com to feature class club in next issue?
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Sat 22 – Mon 30 October, 10am-5pm
Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, near Dorking, RH5 6BD Thu 20 Oct – Sun 6 Nov, 5pm-9pm
National Trust property WHAT’S ON
Hatchlands Park, GU4 7RT
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Dapdune Wharf and River Wey Navigations, Guildford, GU1 4RR Mon 24 – Fri 28 Oct, 11am-4pm Light up the Wey Halloween children’s activities. Sat 29 Oct, from 6pm Halloween Spooky Fun Run
As darkness falls, test your stamina and your fears in this 2k night run around the haunted wharf and island.
An after-dark trail through the gardens at night guided by flickering flames and glowing tunnels of trees, with magical illuminated installations along the way. Booking essential here.
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Winkworth Arboretum, Hascombe Road, Godalming, GU8 4AD Sat 22 Oct – Mon 31 Oct, 10am-4pm
Enchanted Claremont The goblins have hidden some of the Wandering Witch’s magical items. Can you her familiars find them all?
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Did you know that fungi is actually closer to an animal than a plant? That there’s a tree that smells like candyfloss? Or that some trees can grow fingers? Discover this and more on this spooky trail.
Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, KT10 9JG Sat 15 – Sun 30 October, 10am-5pm
Hatchlands Halloween half term Get spooky with a Halloween trail through the parkland and pumpkin puzzle in the garden.
Sat 10 Sep & Sun 9 Oct
Every Sat & Sun Steam Train Rides at Hampton WaterworksKemptonRailway
Chiswick Children’s Book Festival
Fri 1 Oct & Fri 5 Nov 15 Minutes of Fun at Chertsey Museum Free drop-in craft session for all the family. Sun 2 ThamesOctDitton Miniature Steam Railway Open Day Take a ride on one of the miniature railways. Sun 9 IndustrialOct Revelation at London Museum of Water & Steam Mini eco festival. Fun family day of inspiring, hands-on art with exploration and workshops. Mon 10 Oct Little Explorers at Kew Gardens Fun hands-on 90 minute learning sessions for children 2-5. Wed 12 Oct Music & Movement at Kew Gardens Fun and interactive session of music-making for 3 mths to 2 years. Sat 15 & Sun 16 Oct Steaming Weekend at Kempton Steam Museum Watch these unique and enormous ancient steam engines in action.
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Sat 11 Sep & Sat 9 Oct Let’s Get Creative at Orleans House Gallery Creative art activities for families with children aged 4-11. Thu 15 Sep to Sat 17 Sep Heritage Open Days at Polesden Lacey Free entry to Polesden Lacey with activities including meet the ranger and pop-up theatre.
Family sculpture class using discarded cabling. Booking required.
Train rides every half hour and picnic area open (not every Sat). Pre-book. Every Thu until 20 Oct Storytime with Mark at London Museum of Water & Steam Songs, rhymes and stories for 0-5s.
Mum2mum & Nearly New Sale in Teddington Second hand baby and children’s stuff at pop up market. Heritage Open Day at Claremont Landscape Free admission as part of Heritage Open Days. Sun 11 HeritageSepOpen Day at Hatchlands Park and Winkworth Arboretum Free admission as part of Heritage Open Days. Emergency Services Day at Brooklands Museum Fire trucks, ambulances and all manner of apparatus used in emergency services.
Wed 7 Sep to Wed 14 Sep
Talks by interactiveperformancesauthors,andclasses.
Sat 17 Sep The River Wey Festival at Dapdune Wharf Soak up the festival atmosphere, enjoy chidren’s activities on Adventure Island, browse the craft stalls, enjoy a variety of street food, take a boat trip and stay until dusk to see the fantastic illuminated pageant of boats. Family Art Workshop at Landmark Arts Centre Free family drop-in workshops with local artist Louise Anderson. Sat 17 & Sun 18 Sep Steaming Weekend at Kempton Steam Museum Watch these unique and enormous ancient steam engines in action. Sun 18 Sep Trash to ArtsWorkshopTreasureatLandmarkCentre
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Thu 20 Oct to Sun 6 Nov Ignite Trail at Polesden Lacey Enjoy a walk through the gardens at night, guided by flickering flames and glowing tunnels of trees with magical illuminated installations. Pre-book.
Mon 24 Oct to Fri 28 Oct Autumn Half Term: Light up the Wey at Dapdune Wharf Enjoy children’s activities, then decorate a jam jar and see how beautiful your decorations look with a candle inside.
Wed 26 Oct to Sun 30 Oct
Sat 15 Oct to Sun 30 Oct
An after dark, interactive, spooky family adventure.
Sun 23 TransportfestOct at Brooklands Museum Extensive vintage bus display plus horse bus rides, live music and more.
Fri 28 Oct & Sat 29 Oct Halloween After Dark at Hampton Court Palace
eek! weeks at London Wetland Centre Fantastic, fun family interactive activities including pond dipping, natural potions and mud kitchen.
Sat 22 Oct to Mon 13 Nov
Deadliest Plants & Bugs Half Term Activities at RHS Wisley
The Wandering Witch has been away. In her absence the goblins have been up to no good and hidden some of her magical items. Can you help the Wandering Witch’s familiars find them?
Sat 22 Oct Family Fun Day at G Live, Guildford Free family events including workshops and games.
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Enchanted Claremont at Claremont Landscape Gardens
What’s on
A family friendly spooky trail with different zones including witches, skeletons plus workshops. Monster Soup! at London Museum of Water & Steam Discover the monster bacteria that lurked in London’s water supply in the past. Science show, music, crafts and more. Halloween at Hampton Court Palace Interactive family friendly adventure with atmospheric projections, creepy sound effects, a séance and wandering ghosts. Sat 22 Oct to Mon 31 Oct
Fun hands-on activities to find out how plants and insects defend themselves and their habitats. Halloween Half Term Fun at Hever Castle
Weird, Wacky and Wicked Halloween Trail at Winkworth Arboretum Discover the weird, wacky and wicked plants on a Halloween themed trail. Booking required. Mexico Family Fiesta at Kew Gardens Fun family activities, dressup stations, carnival dance workshops & parades.
Fairy Door Trail at Painshill Park Wooden fairy doors are hidden around the woodlands and lake for you to find.
Tue 25 Oct to Fri 28 Oct Spooky Stained Glass at Museum of Richmond Create your own spooky ‘stained glass’ decorations inspired by the tales of ghosts and ghouls who haunt the ruins of Richmond Palace.
Halloween Spooktacular at Syon Park Spooky tales about Syon’s past with costumed guides and spooky trails.
Sat 22 Oct to Sun 30 Oct Halloween Half Term at Hatchlands Park Halloween trail through the parkland and pumpkin puzzle in the garden.
THE FORTUNE THEATRE, COVENT GARDEN Magical Merlin, Sun 24 to Sun 30 Oct With a spellbinding mix of magic, songs and dancing and uplifting themes of friendship and self-belief, Magical Merlin promises a fun and memorable halfterm family day out. Ages 4-10.
Professor Slug’s House of Bugs Sat 17 Sep Interactive show full of colourful puppets, catchy songs and educational info about the wonderful world of bugs. Hulla Balloony Moon Time, Sat 24 Sep Marvellous moonlit show with riotous rhyme, zany puppets and spiffy special cake. Ages 2-7. Sunflowers and Sheds, Sat 1 Oct Charming tale about a lonely old man and girl shows how friendship can grow in the most unlikely conditions. Ages 4+.
CHILDREN’S THEATRE DORKING HALLS Peppa Pig’s Best Day Ever, Wed 28 & Thu 29 Sep A road-trip full of songs, games and laughter with something for all the family. Dinosaur Adventure Live, Mon 24 Oct An unforgettable Jurassic experience for all the family.
The Nosy Little Troll, Sat 8 Oct A warm hearted funny Scandinavian story, starring a tasty brown cheese song, a lost goat and a bushy old troll. Ages 3-8. Rapunzel & the Tower of Doom, Sat 15 Oct Enchanting show promising loads of highlights. Ages 4+. The Story Game, Sat 22 Oct Creative storytelling by CBBC’s Andrew BarnettJones. Ages 6+. Grandad Anansi, Tue 25Sat 29 Oct Humorous and Agesadventure.intergenerationalheartfelt4-9s.
NEW THEATREWIMBLEDON Baby Bear, Wed 7 - Fri 9 Sep A playful, interactive puppetry adventure for babies, toddlers and their families. Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Sun 18 Sep Little ones can bring their own teddy, clap along and have their photo taken with the dancers.
THE TWICKENHAMEXCHANGE, Plundered! Sat 24 Sep Save a tropical island from dastardly pirates! Ages 5+. The Bubbles Show Sat 22 Oct Fun and interactive, the show unique blend of magic, storytelling and bubble art!
Familiesonline.co.ukSeptember/October38 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 Fri 28 Oct to Tue 3 Jan Family Curling at The Shack Twickenham Try your hand at the Olympic winter sport curling, gliding stones down a syntheticpurpose-builticesheet. Sat 29 HalloweenOct Spooky Fun Run at Dapdune Wharf As darkness falls, test your stamina and your fears in a 2k night run around the haunted wharf and island. Beware of the spooky surprises on the way.
THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD I Spy With My Little Eye Sun 2 Oct Fantastic family musical that celebrates everything about being a kid.
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Tutankhamun’s Shoes, Wed 19-Sun 23 Oct An interactive and participatory opera. Ages 7-11. Oldilocks and the 3 Bears, Tue 25-Mon 30 Oct Funny and story.celebrationwarm-heartedoftheclassicAges3-7.
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COMING CHRISTMASSOONSHOWS & PANTOS RICHMOND THEATRE Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Sat 3 - Sat 31 December Panto goes to the circus this year at Richmond Theatre but you’ll still get all the traditional panto ingredients with laughout-loud comedy, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses! Starring TV’s Matt Baker. More info LONDONHERE. COLISEUM Nutcracker 15 Dec - 7 Jan A trip to English National Ballet’s Nutcracker offers an unforgettable Christmas treat. 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.
WATERMANS THEATRE, BRENTFORD Dinosaurs And All That Rubbish, Tue 25 - Fri 27 Oct Charmingly funny theatrical adaptation with space travel rock ‘n’ roll and dinosaurs! Family ticket £36. 20% off Early bird tickets. Ages 3+. Plus children & young peoples’ theatre every Sun from 25 Sep.
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Demon Dentist, Thu 20Sat 22 Oct
Hilarious adventure by David Walliams is brought to life on stage.
POLKA WIMBLEDONTHEATRE, We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, Wed 5 - Sun 16 Oct A thrilling and funny adventure is brought to life in this entrancing puppetry production. Ages 3-7. Butterflies, Thu 13 - Sun 16 Oct Butterflies is an uplifting tale of friendship, courage and facing your fears. Ages 4-8. Little Manfred, Sat 22Sun 30 Oct With stunning puppetry and original storytelling, this is an production.unmissableAges7-12.
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The Addams Family, Wed 26-Sat 29 Oct A fabulous, whacky musical comedy with toe tapping numbers, plenty of laughs and larger than life characters. Ages 8+. Dinosaur Adventure Live, Sat 5- Sun 6 Nov Roarsome interactive show for all the family. The Snowman with Live Orchestra, Mon 7 Nov Live screening with orchestra; an immersive magical journey.
RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON Clare and Cory Share A (Glorious) Story! Sat 17 Sep Interactive encouragesshowchildren share their belongings to explore the natural world close to home. THE ROSE KINGSTONTHEATRE, Dinosaur Adventure Live, Sat 26-Wed 30 Oct Roarsome interactive show for all the family.
The Extraordinary TimeTravelling Adventures of Baron Munchausen, Sun 2 Oct Features comedians and improvisers who invent outrageously swashbucklingexaggeratedstories.
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