Mid Surrey Family Grapevine

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MID SURREY | SUMMER 2012

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In the spring issue I mentioned that my new website was well on the way to completion. I’m delighted to say that it’s ‘live’ at last! There has already been Photo significant visitor interest. Readers are entering events of and information for free line entries. And advertisers’ Editor business details are appearing on the great new facility ‘Grapevine Connections’. If you are a current advertiser and have not yet taken advantage of this, please do so! You will have received an email with an invitation code and easy to follow instructions.

As always many advertisers have offers included in their adverts. There are over 2 dozen, so do keep a look out. There are businesses offering reduced fees, many more with free trial classes for a favourite preschool activity, discounts, special offers and more. Remember to tell the advertiser you saw them in the GRAPEVINE! Last but not least - what a busy year so far! I had a ‘significant’ birthday which resulted in a present from my family of a wonderful, nostalgic trip to Sicily. My daughter and fiancé moved into their own home, I met up with a school friend I hadn’t had contact with in 45 years, we’ve had the Jubilee, and the Olympics will dominate much of the summer. I hope the next few months will be happy for everyone.

Genevieve Arlidge - Editor Grapevine Media Works Ltd Tel: 01372 209200 Email: genevieve@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk Web: www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/mid-surrey Printed by Evonprint Ltd on recycled paper 01273 494631

In This Issue A-Z Children’s Activities........... 41-47 A-Z Support and Services............. 6-8 Ante, Postnatal, Babies..............10-11 Childcare, Nannies .................... 12-13 Children’s Centres .............................13 Comp. Health, Fitness ....................... 9 Day Care Nurseries .................... 20-22 Employment Opportunities ........... 4 Gifts & Keepsakes..............................11 Holiday Activites......................... 32-36 Independent Schools................ 26-30 Local Businesses ............................. 3-4

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Latest news from Mid Surrey Family Grapevine All advertisers will be offered a link to ‘Grapevine Connections’ so they can promote their services for free on my website. Ring or email me if you would like to find out more. ………………………

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Montessori .................................. 22-23 Notice Board......................................... 5 Party Pages .................................. 37-40 Preschools & Playgroups..........23-24 Preschoolers Activities, Art, Dance, Music, Sport etc.... 15-18 Primary, Secondary Schools..........26 Soft Play Venues.......................... 18-19 Special Needs ................. 6, 30 ,33, 45 Toddlers Timetable ..........................14 Tutoring......................................... 30-31

Features The Notice Board - submit your news and views

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Some holiday activities for children and families

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Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Local Businesses and Services

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Local Information Offices Elmbridge Borough Council, Esher Civic Centre, 01372 474474 Epsom and Ewell Borough Council, 01372 732000 Epsom Town Hall, 01372 732000 Help Shop, Leatherhead (Mole Valley District Council), 01372 363385 Mole Valley District Council, 01306 885001 Surrey County Council, The Call Centre, for all enquiries, 03456 009 009

Citizens Advice Bureaux Chessington and Hook, 0844 826 9701 Cobham Day Centre, Wed 10.30am1pm, 01372 464770 Epsom and Ewell, Old Town Hall (next to new Town Hall), 0844 411 1444 Esher, Harry Fletcher House, nr Civic Centre, 01372 464770 Hersham Day Centre on Wednesdays, 01932 248660 Molesey, Tues and Thurs 10-12.30pm, (Esher Tel. number), 01372 464770 Walton-on-Thames, Elm Grove, Hersham Road, 01932 248660 Weybridge Day Centre on Thursday mornings, 01932 248660

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Libraries Surrey County Council central number, 0300 200 1001 Ashtead Library, 0300 200 1001 Bookham Library, 0300 200 1001

I will be pleased to receive editorial about anything a little out of the norm, that would be of interest and generally informative for Family Grapevine readers. I have some articles and advertorial in this issue, which I hope will make interesting reading.

Occasionally information comes to me that could be cause for discussion, and this gives readers an opportunity to have information that otherwise may not be that easy to source.

If you are passionate about something that could be of interest to local Grapevine readers and you would like to raise awareness, send me an email. If appropriate I will either put it in print, on the website or maybe both!

Thank you,

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Bourne Hall, Ewell, 0300 200 1001

RECRUITING

Tiny Tunes provide SW London & Surrey Music & Movement Classes, Parties & Nursery sessions.

We are looking for recruits to host classes.

This is a great opportunity for the right kind of individual to run their own classes and have flexible working hours.

If you are interested please contact us.

E: Lisa@tinytuneslive.com T: 07977 585020 www.TinyTunesLive.com

Chessington/ Hook,020 8547 6480 Cobham Library, 0300 200 1001

Molesey Library, 0300 200 1001

Dittons Library, 0300 200 1001

Old Malden Library, 020 8547 5006

Epsom Library, The Ebbisham Centre, 0300 200 1001

Stoneleigh Broadway Library, 0300 200 1001

Esher Library, 0300 200 1001 Ewell Court, 0300 200 1001

Tattenhams Library, Epsom Downs, 0300 200 1001

Hersham Library, 0300 200 1001

Walton-on-Thames, 0300 200 1001

Horsley Library, 0300 200 1001

Weybridge Library, 0300 200 1001

Leatherhead Library, 0300 200 1001

Worcester Park Library, 020 8337 1609

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~ The Notice Board ~

If your family live, work, play or go to school in the following areas

Byfleet New Haw Addlestone Wisley Pyrford Sheerwater Brooklands Weybridge Cobham or surrounding areas This could affect you

Diary Date!

28 & 29 July

Celebrate the London 2012 Olympic Cycling Road Races in Leatherhead. Watch the races live or on the big screen, join in the fun or just relax at ‘The Big Weekend’.

Leatherhead Town Centre and Red House Gardens On 28 and 29 July the Olympic Cycling Road Races are coming to Leatherhead. Families are invited to come and watch this live Olympic event and to stay and make a day of it at the Big Weekend.

A private company proposes a gasification incinerator in nearby Greenbelt just off the Byfleet Road in Cobham. Besides the 80ft chimney, traffic on the local and surrounding roads will worsen and wood that could be recycled, become a scarcity.

These types of facilities encourage deforestation, wildlife dehabitation and global climate change. In all, everything we urge and educate our children to fight against.

Current advice by regulatory bodies say that any potential damage to the health of those living close-by an incinerator is so small that it would be undetectable. The Health Protection Agency will commence a two year study into the potential link between the emissions from Modern Well Run Incinerators and health outcomes.

To find out more - and if this concerns you - how you can oppose it, please visit our website:

www.noelmbridgewasteincinerator.co.uk

There will be live street entertainment from musicians, entertainers and artists and the High Street will be filled with music and a fun family atmosphere.

Look out for the live stilt-walking band Top Bananas, have a go at hula-hooping or make your very own medals in our family-friendly craft workshop. You can also watch live Olympic coverage from the BBC on a big screen at the bottom of the High Street.

Just a stone’s throw from Leatherhead train station are the Red House Gardens which will offer a relaxed atmosphere for families to sit and enjoy a picnic. You can also watch the live Cycle Races on the big TV screen and refreshments can be purchased. Music and light entertainment will be on offer with the opportunity to participate in free taster sessions of sports such as Spinning Sessions, aerobics or zumba. There will also be a fantastic bouncy castle for children to enjoy.

The Big Weekend – be part of the fun!

Sarah’s Law Protecting children is fundamental to our role as parents. We educate our youngsters about the risks we understand such as playing with dangerous objects, road safety etc, but when it comes to protecting them from abuse most parents find themselves in unfamiliar territory.

Where we know a person presents a risk to our children we rightly steer clear of them, but if we are unsure about someone who has access to children – perhaps a new partner, or a friend, relative, or neighbour - it has always been difficult to know what to do.

To respond to this need, in 2010 the government introduced the Child Sex Offender Disclosure Scheme. The scheme is often known as Sarah’s Law, after the Surrey schoolgirl Sarah Payne who was murdered in 2000. The scheme allows anyone who has concerns about a person who has access to children, to contact the police and ask whether they have convictions for a child sex offence. The scheme has now been running in Surrey since October 2010 and has been used numerous times to help better protect children in the county.

Just one example of this - A Surrey mum was introduced to a friends new partner and immediately got a ‘bad feeling’ about him being around her children. She made an application under the scheme and police were able to disclose to her and her friend that the new partner had convictions for sexually abusing children. Her friend immediately ended the relationship and the children were protected from a potentially harmful situation.

If you have concerns about someone who has access to children you can contact Surrey Police via 101 and register your interest. A member of police staff will visit you by appointment to discuss your application, and if it fits the criteria of the scheme they will conduct the necessary checks. If there is something of concern in their background, the police will then consider making a disclosure to the person best able to protect the children – usually their parent(s). Disclosures are made ‘in confidence’ and applicants have to sign an agreement not to misuse the information.

Further information on the scheme can be found at www.surrey.police.uk/safety/safety.asp This article was submitted to The Family Grapevine by Surrey Police Central Referrals Unit, Guildford, to raise awareness of the scheme.

This has been an exceptionally busy year for me so far with the launch of The Family Grapevine franchise group and also our new group website and individual microsites. We, that is my co-director Nikki and myself, have worked hard to have a comprehensive, modern, user friendly website which will enhance all Family Grapevine printed publications.

Please visit the Mid Surrey website -details on page 2 and if you would like to add your own events, click on ‘Send me your local event’.

Just fill out the form, which will come to me to approve before going on the website.

And if the timing is right, it may be put into print in the next issue.

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A - Z Support and Services Bereaved Parents and Family Members

Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Assessment/Therapy offered, 07899 904973

Rainbow Trust, for terminally ill children and their family, 01372 363438

Brief Lives - Remembered, support & Children’s Remembrance Book, 07807 531084

Figtree Nutrition, advice 1-1 for children and adults, 01276 857579

Social Services Contact Centre, any serious concern, 8am-6pm, 0300 200 1006

Child Death Helpline, for anyone affected by child death, 0800 282986 Compassionate Friends, contact for local group information, 0845 1232304 Cruse Bereavement Care, Epsom, Ewell, Mole Valley Branch, 020 8393 7238 Cruse, bereavement counselling, S.E. Surrey Branch, 01737 772834 CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young), raising awareness and support, 01737 363222 Jigsaw4u grief support for children and families, 01342 313895 Jigsaw4u, a charity supporting bereaved children and their families, 01342 313895 Miscarriage Association, contact for local support, 01924 200799 SANDS, Stillbirth and Neo-natal Death Support, Surrey, 07817 410075 Surrey SANDS, Stillbirth and Neo-natal Death, Helpline, 07817 410075 The Way Foundation, resources/ support for those widowed age 50 and under, 0870 011 3450 www.childhoodbereavementnetwork. org.uk, website only

Macmillan Butterfly Centre, for all affected by cancer, 01372 735456 MEND, FREE for 7-13 yrs who may be above their ideal weight, 020 7231 7225 Thamesdoc, out of hours service for Doctors and Dentists, 020 8390 9990 Vicky Scott, Health Visitor, with extensive skills from new born to teenagers, 07794 688997

Child and Family Support and Advice Acceptance, helpline for parents of homosexuals, 01795 661463 Antibullying Alliance, an alliance of over 60 organisations, website only CEOP, Child Exploitation/Online Protection Centre, advice for everyone, www.ceop.gov.uk Child Clinical Psychologist, for emotional/behavioural needs, 07979 591474 Child/adolescent mental health services surrey-camhs.org.uk, website only Chrysalis Family Wellbeing Consultancy, to support and guide you, 07790 252936

Carers Support

Family Lives, help and support in all aspects of family life, 0808 800 2222

Action for Carers and Employment, helps carers back to work, 01483 565874

FamilyLine Surrey, here to listen on any family issues, 0808 800 5678

Action for Carers, Surrey, 01483 302748 Carer Support Elmbridge, information and support for carers’, 01932 235770 Carer Support Elmbridge, supporting all carers, 01932 235770 Carers of Epsom, support and information (limited opening), 01372 722269 Carers Support Mole Valley, 01306 640020 Cherrytrees, East Clandon, respite care for 0-19yrs, 01483 222506 Family Link, Elmbridge and Mid Surrey, 01737 737828 Mid Surrey Crossroads, 01372 363300 Rainbow Trust, for terminally ill children and their family, 01372 363438 Surrey Community Action, 01483 566072 Surrey Young Carers, supporting young carers across Surrey, 01483 568269

Child and Family Health Beacon Centre, Guildford, support for life changing illness, 01483 783400

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H.E.L.P. (Home Emergency Link Project), 01737 737828 Home-start Elmbridge, support and friendship for families, 01932 235802 Home-Start, Epsom/Ewell, helping young families under stress, 01737 379902 Kidscape, for parents, concerned relatives, friends of bullied children, 0845 120 5204 Lisa Parkes Life Coaching for 8-16 yrs in Weybridge, 07810 540242 NAS (National Autism Society) Parent to Parent Line, confidential tel. support, 0800 9520520 National Association of People Abused in Childhood (NAPAC), support, 0800 0853330 National Debtline, free confidential/ independent advice, 0808 808 4000 NSPCC, National Society Prevention of Cruelty to Children, 0800 800 5000 Oasis Childcare Centre, helping families in distress, Cobham, 01932 887947 Parental Choice, advice on family rights and childcare options, 020 8979 6453

Surrey Family Information Service, main number, 08456 011777 Surrey Social Services, for urgent crisis after hours (5-9pm), 01483 517898 The Lantern Family Centre, for parenting, child and family therapy, Bookham, 01372 452850 The Samaritans, Epsom (open 24hrs, 365 days), 08457 909090 The Samaritans, Leatherhead, call anytime, 01372 375555 The Samaritans, Weybridge (open 24hrs, 365 days), 01932 844444 The Thames Homeless Project, 01932 235885 Vicky Scott, Health Visitor, with extensive skills from new born to teenagers, 07794 688997 Young Minds, parents info service, improving wellbeing in young people, 0800 018 2138

Children and Young People with Disabilities

If you are having family problems Ring freephone

0808 800 5678

or email help@familyline.org.uk www.familyline.org.uk Company Number: 7675246 Charity Number: 1143408

The Life Train Trust, activities, advice and support, 01306 730929 Would you be interested in BEFRIENDING a disabled child?, 01737 737828 www.skill.org.uk Skill, National Bureau for Students with Disabilities, website only

Children with Reading or Learning Difficulties ADHD/ASD specialist coaching services, 07988 624277

Cherrytrees, East Clandon, respite care for 0-19yrs, 01483 222506

Behavioural Intervention Group, for children with Autism, 01483 541235

Children with Disabilities Team East, 01737 737828

Cherrytrees, East Clandon, respite care for 0-19yrs, 01483 222506

DICE, Disability Information Centre, Epsom, 01372 735243

Community Teams for People with Learning Disabilities, 01306 502401

Equality and Human Rights Helpline, 08456 046610

Connexions Direct, advice & guidance service for 13-25yrs, Call Free Phone, 080 800 13219

Face to Face, supporting parents of children with disablities, 0844 8009189 Headway Surrey, support for head injured and families, 01483 454433 MERU, designs and makes custommade disability equipment, 01372 725203 New Life Foundation for Disabled Children, helpline, 08700 707020 Royal Association for Deaf People, 01306 881958

Dolphin, Funded Music Therapy, Elmbridge area, 0-16yrs, 01372 476919 Dyslexia Helpline, S E Surrey Dyslexia Association, 01737 556173 Dyspraxia Foundation Surrey, support for children and adults with dyspraxia, 01372 702984 Elmbridge and Mid Surrey Family Link, 01737 737828

SAVI, Surrey Association for the Visually Impaired, 01372 377701

Elmbridge Community Link, for those with learning difficulties, 01932 241988

SeeAbility, help for people with multiple disabilities, Surrey, 01372 755000

Face to Face, supporting parents of children with disablities, 0844 8009189

Shooting Star CHASE Hospice Care for Children, Surrey, SW London, W Sussex, 01483 454213

Gillian Turner, Independent Chartered Educational Psychologist, 07528 595134

Social Information on Disability, information for all ages and disabilities, 0800 0439395

Leatherhead Trinity Children’s CentreMulti Sensory Room, 01372 812754

Surrey Deaf Children’s Society, advice and support, 07904 191342

Mid Surrey MENCAP, Leatherhead, 01372 374555

Surrey Interpreting Agency, physical/ sensory disabilities, 01372 360718

Moor Lane Centre, services for children with disabilities and families 0208 547 6338

Surrey Social Services Deaf Services Team, 01372 376558

NAS Early Bird for parents of children with ASD, 01737 737979

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A - Z Support and Services

Gillian Turner, Chartered Educational Psychologist, in private practice based in Cobham I specialise in working with children and young people post-adoption who are experiencing school difficulties.

Adoption has changed over the years, from a peak of over 22,000 adoptions in England and Wales in 1974 to around 4500 each year nowadays. In the year 2010-11 only 60 babies were adopted in England and Wales – the other adoptions were older children. The average amount of time a child spends in Local Authority Care is about 2 ½ years. This means that these children have often had a difficult start in life.

Some of the children who are adopted have complicated acquired learning difficulties that affect their school performance. I work with children who may present as quite able but have real difficulties with attention and concentration, causing them to fall behind at school.

This can also lead to a negative view of themselves and difficulties with behaviour or making friends. I find some children have difficulty starting tasks and just seem to freeze, not knowing how to start. I also see the other extreme where a child leaps into tasks without finding what it is all about. Another area is being able to remember what you are doing as you are doing it (known as working memory). It is frustrating when a child has difficulty remembering instructions or seems to drift off in the middle of getting themselves dressed or brushing their teeth – forgetting what they are meant to be doing, but is not surprising if they have come from a very chaotic environment. These difficulties are about the way a child learns, not a sign of low intelligence.

When working with children who have these types of difficulties I go back to basics - learning how to learn – using cognitive education programmes, as opposed to spending more time on school-based work. I start with a thorough assessment to show a profile of strengths and weaknesses. This can be quite surprising as often I find there are areas of extreme strength that are masking areas of weakness. I have to unpick where to start and how to work on the areas of weakness.

We work on exercises that are unrelated to school work that focus on making the child a more effective and efficient thinker to unlock the child’s potential at school and experience success.

Gillian Turner, Chartered Educational Psychologist - Tel: 07528 595 134 - gtpsychology.com CRB Enhanced Disclosure & Health Professions Council Registered National Autistic Society, Surrey Branch, 01483 822630 Portage, supports children under 4 with complex needs, 01737 737979 Reading Therapist, Maggie Tanner, a new way of teaching, 01372 456013 Registered Speech and Language Therapist, Chessington, 020 8397 0663 Surrey Parent Partnership, for parents of special educational needs children, 01737 737300

Domestic Violence Unit (Police switchboard number-ask for unit), 0845 125 2222

National Domestic Violence, 24hr Helpline, FREE, Confidential, 0808 2000247

Fatherhood Institute, help and support through courses/ publications, 08456 341328

EMERGENCY ONLY, 999

South West Surrey Domestic Abuse Outreach Service, 01483 577392

Working Families helpine, advising Fathers rights at work, FREE 0800 013 01313

NSPCC, National Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Children, 0800 800 5000 Surrey Police, NON EMERGENCY, ALL AREAS, 101 Victim Supportline, free and confidential help to victims of crime, 0845 30 30 900

The Haven, therapy service for children with special needs, Esher, 07958 373460

Counselling Services CATS, Children and Adolescent Therapy, support, 07804 055565

The Little Group, for children with communication disorders, 2-6 yrs, Cobham, 0845 074 2972

Confide Counselling, here to help, listen and support, Cobham, 0845 676 9193

Yoga for the special child with occupational therapist,1-1, 07957 656323

Children’s Crisis Contacts

The Sanctuary Scheme, advice, support and information, 01737 771350 Women’s Aid, Surrey, advice, support, refuge accomm, 01483 776822

Drugs and Alcohol Support and Advice Al-Anon Family Groups, support for anyone affected by someones drinking, 020 7403 0888 Alateen, support for 12-18yrs affected by someone’s drinking, 020 7403 0888

Epsom Relate, couple and family counselling, 01372 722976

Alcoholics Anonymous, London Helpline, 10am-10pm, 020 7833 0022

F.Gaba, Counsellor/Psychotherapist, children & adults, 07779 460990

Families Anonymous, support for families/friends of drug users, 0845 1200660

Beatbullying, the UK’s leading bullying prevention charity, 020 8771 3377

Family-Line Surrey, support for families, any issue, 0808 800 5678

Childline, 24hr helpline, talk to specially trained listeners, 0800 1111

Relate, couple and family relationship support, Esher office, 01372 467046

NSPCC, National Society Prevention of Cruelty to Children, 0800 800 5000

Surrey Family Mediation, offering child counselling, 01306 749911

Respond, support/treatment for those with alcohol/drug problems, 01372 379739

Social Services Contact Centre, any serious concern, 8am-6pm, 0300 200 1006

The Counselling Partnership, offering low cost counselling, 01932 244070

Surrey Alcohol and Drugs Advisory Service, SADAS, 01483 590150

Domestic Abuse, Support and Advice

Surrey Drug Care, 24hr/365 day helpline, support/options, 0808 802 5000

Broken Rainbow, support for LGBT, experiencing domestic violence, 0845 2604460

Fathers Support

Community Policing, Crime Prevention Alarm Scheme (Support Services), Epsom and Ewell Council, 01372 732000 Childline (FREE call), 24 hour help, 0800 1111 Community Safety Officers, Epsom and Ewell, 01372 732000 Crimestoppers, call anonymously with information about crime, 0800 555111

FRANK, The A-Z of Drugs, confidential advice, 0800 776600

Domestic Abuse Outreach Service, N. Surrey branch, 01932 260690

Dads Group, with 0-5yr olds, Tuesday mornings, Chessington Children’s Centre, 020 8408 8927

Mankind, for male victims of domestic abuse, all areas, 01823 334244

Dads Support, resources for dads and dads-to-be, NCT, 0300 330 0770

Men’s Advice Line, advice/support for men in any abusive relationship, 0808 801 0327 (freephone)

Families Need Fathers, help/ advice, keep families in contact, 0300 0300 363

Working Families helpline, advising fathers rights at work, 020 7253 7243

Fostering and Adoption Fostering, Adopting, Befriending information, SCC, 08000 969626 (Free Phone) Independent Post Adoption Support: School difficulties, 07528 595134 The Permanency Team (adoption and post adoption counselling), 01932 566272

Health Helplines ACT, for children with a life-threatening condition, 01179 166422 Assoc. for Spina Bifida/ Hydrocephalus, ASBAH, Info/advice, 0845 450 7755 local rate Asthma UK, support and advice, 08457 010203 BEAT, helpline for all eating disorders, 08456 341414 BLISS, for families of special care babies (freephone), 0500 618140 Child Growth Foundation, 020 8994 7625 Children’s Heart Federation Helpline, Free Phone, 0808 8085000 CLAPA, Cleft Lip and Palate Association, for Surrey area, 01483 275672 CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young), raising awareness and support, 01737 363222 Cystic Fibrosis Trust, 020 8464 7211 Diabetes UK, East Surrey area, 01372 720148 FRANK, The A-Z of Drugs, confidential advice, 0800 776600

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A - Z Support and Services Health Helplines continued

Nobody said parenting toddlers, teens and in betweens would be easy!

Sometimes we all need a little help, so give Chrysalis Family Wellbeing a call.

Macmillan Cancerline-Freephone, 0808 808 0000

Their friendly family coaching sessions and holistic family relationship courses, will support and guide you and your clan to a more positive, harmonious family life.

National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service, 020 8952 2800 National Autistic Society Surrey Branch (parent support group), 07423 435413 NHS Direct, 24 hr nurse advice and health information, 0845 4647

‘Become the change you want to see with Chrysalis.’

For more details: 01372 721518 www.epsommentalhealthweek.org.uk info@epsommentalhealthweek.org.uk

PEACH, Parents for the Early Arrest Intervention of Autism in Children, 01344 882248 Rett UK, Rett syndrome is a rare neurological disorder affecting mainly females, 01582 798910

Parenting Courses and Support

Saneline helpline, (2pm to midnight), 08457 678000

Chrysalis Family Wellbeing Consultancy, to support and guide you, 07790 252936

Sexual Health Line, information, help and support, 0800 567123 Sickle Cell Society, 020 8961 7795 The Meningitis Trust, symptoms and affects, helpline, 0800 028 1828 The National Eczema Society, helpline, 0870 2413604

Internet Safety for Youngsters IT Support : Offering free installation of Parental Controls for PC and Mac’s, 01372 464321

Mediation Services Mediation North Surrey, helping resolve community disputes, 0870 7514311 Mid Surrey Mediation, helping to settle community disputes, 01372 749911 Surrey Family Mediation, to help couples in dispute, 01372 749911

Men’s Issues Confidential Open Access Sexual Health Clinic, Merritt Medical Centre, Chessington, 020 8397 6361

One Parent Families Families Need Fathers, help/ advice, keep families in contact, 0300 0300 363 Gingerbread, Single Parent Helpline, 0800 0185026 Single Parent Travel Club, share holidays/days out with others, website only Walton-on-Thames Child Contact Centre, 01932 253920

Like It is www.likeitis.org.uk, website only

Childline TEXTPHONE, for hard of hearing, FREE, 0800 400222

National Self-Harm Network, Free Helpline 7pm-11pm, 0800 622 6000

Confidential Open Access Sexual Health Clinic, Merritt Medical Centre, Chessingt, 020 8397 6361

R u thinking www.ruthinking.co.uk, website only RD4U www.rd4u.org.uk for young people by young people, website only Shelter, the housing and homelessness charity, 0808 800 4444

My Health Visitor. Private Health Visitor support in your own home, 07988 624277

Surrey Sexual Health Service, Teenage Pregnancy and Sexual Health, 0800 282930

Parental Choice, advice on family rights and childcare options, 020 8979 6453

The Oracle, hi-tech artificial intelligence bullying advice service, website only

Parenting Courses, through the year, L’Head Trinity Centre, 01372 812754

the site www.thesite.org, website only

Surrey Parenting Education and Support, 01306 876223

www.skill.org.uk Skill, National Bureau for Students with Disabilities, website only

Speech and Language AFASIC, for young people with speech and language problems, 01372 800753 Chatterboxes, SLT for 3-19yrs, home visits available, 07866 438228 Judith Allen, home/after schools visits for therapy/assessment, 2-19 years, 01372 270538 Katy Parkinson speech and language therapist, also talk tools trained, 07736 849475 Registered Speech and Language Therapist, Chessington, 020 8397 0663 Say and Play, Edenside Clinic, Great Bookham, 01372 450472 Speak2me, Speech & Language Therapists, 07871 191569 Speech/Language Therapist, specialising in children,Claygate, 01372 479873

Working Families helpine, advice and support, FREE 0800 013 0313

CEOP, Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre, www.ceop.gov.uk

Epsom Clinic, Teenage Advice/Family Planning, up to 25yrs, 01372 723449 FPA, Sexual Health Information Service, 0845 122 8690 FRANK, The A-Z of Drugs, confidential advice, 0800 776600 Gay Surrey, support for LGBTQ, 1319yrs, 07976 974742

HIV Testing and Counselling Advice, Guildford, 01483 537007

Breast Cancer Care Helpline, 0808 800 6000 Confidential Open Access Sexual Health Clinic, Merritt Medical Centre, Chessington, 020 8397 6361 Endometriosis UK , helpline, 0808 808 2227 NHS Pregnancy Smoking Helpline, be smoke free when pregnant, 0800 1699169

Junior Youth Voice, Mole Valley, HAVE YOUR SAY!, 01306 879178 Outline Surrey, Lesbian, Gay and Transgender network, support, 01483 727667 Runaway Helpline, FREE, under 18’s, be safe, 0808 8007070 Sexual Health Line, information, help and support, 0800 567123

Parental Choice, advice on family rights and childcare options, 020 8979 6453

Supportline, confidential emotional support to children and young adults, 01708 765200

Young People’s Support and Advice

Surrey Hills Onward Learning,15yrs+, 01372 363708

Babysitting Courses, Lintons Art Youth Centre, Epsom, 13-19yrs, 01372 722644

Bullying UK, find reliable information on a variety of issues, www.bullying. co.uk

Eating Disorders Association youthline, 0845 634 7650

Women’s Issues

Antibullying Alliance, an alliance of over 60 organisations, website only

Brook www.brook.org.uk, website only

Cruse Bereavement Care, Young Persons FREEPHONE Helpline, 0808 8081677

Get Connected, confidential helpline for young people in difficult situations, 0808 808 4994

Teenage Issues Beatbullying, the UK’s leading bullying prevention charity, 020 8771 3377

Connexions Direct, Surrey, for 1319yrs, Call Free Phone, 080 800 13219

Young Minds www.youngminds.org. uk improving wellbeing in young people, website only

Alateen, support for 12-18yrs affected by someone’s drinking, 020 7403 0888

Women’s Aid, Surrey, advice, support, refuge accomm., 01483 776822

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Contact Karen on 07790 252936 or Karen@chrysalisparenting.co.uk www.chrysalisparenting.co.uk

BEAT, help for all eating disorders, YOUTHLINE, 08456 347650

The Lifetrain Trust, training/life skills for young people, 01306 730929 The Princes Trust, develop your talent, 16yrs+, 0800 842842 (option 1) Voluntary Service Overseas, enquiry unit for local groups, 020 8780 7500

Brook Advisory Centres for Young People, under 25’s, 0808 802 1234

Young People’s Learning Agency, championing education and training, 0845 337 2000

Bullying UK, reliable information on a variety of issues, www.bullying.co.uk

Youth Counselling Service, NHS, FREE/ CONFIDENTIAL,12+yrs, 0845 600 2516

Childline (FREE call), 24hour help, 0800 1111

YPC, Young People’s Counselling, for 10-25 yrs, 01372 722976

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Complementary Therapists, Get Fit and Stay Healthy

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For more details please visit

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Baby Reflex, Reflexology for babies and toddlers, teaching parents in workshops, 07971 002323 Baby/Toddler Reflexology Workshops.

Help with sleeping, feeding and wellbeing, 07723 605 302

WOW !

Post-natal Circuit Classes

Registered Nurse Health Visitor Fitness consultant-trainer

Homeopathy, safe, effective treatment for newborns, pregnant mums, children, 01932 840078

Buggyfit, Cobham, Esher, Walton-onThames, Weybridge, 07541 232059

Find Us

Contact Elaine on 01372 450028 or 07747 886961 wowelaine@aol.com

Homeopathic Healing, treats a wide range of conditions for all ages, 020 8393 2402

Baby Bugs, Mum and Baby workout, improve confidence and fitness, Weybridge area, 07962 185 775

© Creattiva Pilates. The Hinchley Wood Practice, Woodside House, Station Approach, Hinchley Wood, Esher, Surrey KT10 0SR.

All levels of fitness Other fitness classes also available

Cranial and Chiropractic Treament, contact Lyana Nepia, 07984 017466

Ante and Postnatal Exercise

PILATES EVERYDAY, EVENING, AND SATURDAY MORNING. MAX 8 PER CLASS AND MAX 4 PER CLINIC. All of our classes are deliberately kept small. More benefit, more progress and more attention for you.

Little Bookham Village Hall Thursday 09.30 -10.30 Babies and Toddlers welcome

Bookham Chartered Physiotherapy Services, 01372 360175

Mobile Holistic Theraputic Healing Massage Therapist, 07711 724129

Call us to book or email info@creattivapilates.com

07504 651781

Registered Complementary Therapists for Families

Maple Nutrition, Prenatal and Pregnancy Nutrition, 07531 501616

Matwork for All Levels Reformer Classes Rehab Clinics, Excel Clinics BackCare™ Classes Pregnancy and Postnatal Classes Pilates Personal Training

www.tmobilemassage.com

Exercise Outdoors, Mum and Baby Class, Tuesday am, Leatherhead, 07554 010074 Fit4baby buggy class in Nonsuch Park, 07807 503919 KJL Pilates, mobile instructor, Esher and Guildford areas, 07986 313055 Lifestyle Antenatal, classes in Epsom, contact Alison, 020 8873 0747 Mums and Babies Pilates classes, Cobham and Stoke D’Abernon, 07779 648398 Personal Training at home for pregnancy and postnatal, 07900 490081

Pilates Classes for Pre/ Post-Natal, Mum & Baby, Hinchley Wood, Esher, 020 8398 4184 Postnatal Recovery Yoga, baby welcome in studio, Walton-onThames, 07957 656323

Pre/Postnatal yoga, Mummy and Me yoga, Cobham, 07890 100105 Pregnancy yoga, small intimate classes, Walton-on-Thames, 07957 656323

Pre and Post Natal Pilates in Chessington, 07502 215 827

Pure Active, pregnancy & post natal personal training, Ellie, 020 8399 2998

Pre and Postnatal Pilate Classes, Weybridge, 07958 141503

Wowfitness Postnatal Classes, Bookham, 01372 450028

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Ante/Postnatal, Babies, Postnatal Antenatal Services Action on Pre Eclampsia, information and advice, 020 8427 4217 BirthWorks Birthing Pools, for hire, 07799 376691 Esher and Cobham NCT, Antenatal courses, 0844 243 6922 Maternity reflexology, 07957 656323 Maternity Reflexology, Pregnancy/ Baby Massage, 01483 284750 NCT Antenatal Courses, Walton and Hersham, 0844 243 6924 NCT Leatherhead & District, Antenatal courses, 0844 243 6916 Overtones, Remedial Pregnancy Massage Therapist, Weybridge area, 07771 642449 Parentcraft Classes, Cobham Health Centre, 01932 867231 Parentcraft Classes, Epsom, Ewell, Bookham, contact Sian, 01372 735368 Pregnancy and Postnatal Reflexology, Epsom area, 07814 414435 Pregnancy Massage, specialist couch used, 01932 231178 Weybridge and Oatlands NCT, Antenatal courses, 0844 243 6924

Independent Health Visitor

Vicky Scott 07794 688997 Independent Health Visitor with extensive skills from new born to teenagers.

Support for new parents Infant and toddler feeding advice Children’s health and developmental assessments Children’s challenging behaviour including sleep problems.

Support for family’s after 5pm and at weekends. www.newborn2nursery.com

The Baby Group, for under 1’s and mum/dad on Friday mornings in Cobham, 07702 544025 Vicky Scott, Health Visitor, with extensive skills from new born to teenagers, 07794 688997 Vikwik, Little Dribbles Bandana Bibs, 07531 929590

Birth Hypnosis

Walton and Hersham NCT, general enquiries, 0844 243 6312

Hypnobirthing - Relax for Birth Classes, Contact Wendy, 07716 321477

Weybridge and Oatlands NCT, general enquiries, 0844 243 6322

HypnoBirthing Course, Eileen Wellings, 1-1 sessions, 01372 812189

Breastfeeding, Weaning Help and Support

Midwives and Doulas Alison Green, Epsom area, 020 8873 1593 Earth Bound Baby, Doula Services, 07515 123124 Independent Midwife, Lizzie Hamilton, Cobham area, 07931 412630 Melanie Di Tommaso, birth and post natal doula, 07773 888307 Nurturing Birth Doula, Weybridge area, contact Jacqui, 01932 989529

Babies Baby Photographer, free photo session, Epsom, 07989 948946 Baby Sensory, multi sensory sessions, 0-13 mths, Leatherhead, Weybridge, Cobham, 07932 089848 Cry-sis helpline, for excessively crying/ demanding babies, 08451 228669 Esher and Cobham NCT, general enquiries, 0844 243 6126 Feeding and Sleep Routines, full support given, 07801 414435 Leatherhead and District NCT, general enquiries, 0844 243 6183 Molesey and Thames Ditton NCT, general enquiries, 0844 243 6211 Springboard Swimmers, Mother and Baby group, Bookham, 020 8255 7455 Sutton, Epsom and District NCT (National Childbirth Trust), 0844 243 6291 option1

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Breast Feeding Counsellor, Independent Midwife, 07931 412630 Breastfeeding Coffee Shop, Children’s Centre, Epsom Downs Primary, Tues 10-11am, 01737 851079 Breastfeeding Support Clinic, Bourne Hall Health Centre, Drop-in Mon am, 0208 394 1301

Baby and Toddler Sleep Problems Baby/Toddler Reflexology Workshops.

Help with sleeping, feeding and wellbeing, 07723 605 302 SurreyNanny, consultations on sleep, feeding and behaviour issues, 07974 729036

Postnatal Services Association for Postnatal Illness, support for sufferers, 020 7386 0868 NCT Leatherhead & District, Postnatal courses, 0844 243 6916 NCT Leatherhead and District, Baby Led Weaning classes, 0844 243 6916 Pregnancy and Postnatal Reflexology, Epsom area, 07801 414435 The Physio Company, physiotherapy specifically for womens health, 01372 464968 Walton and Hersham, Postnatal courses, 0844 243 6924 Weybridge and Oatlands NCT, Postnatal courses, 0844 243 6924

Nappies Go Real, real nappy information service for Surrey, 0800 328 8175

Birth Registration and Ceremonies Baby Naming Ceremonies, Humanist Celebrant, 01372 843757 Bookham Grange Hotel, Bookham, licensed premises for ceremonies, 01372 452742 Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages, Leatherhead, 03456 009 009

Baby Massage sessions, Cobham, 07890 100105 Baby Massage, courses, Epsom area, 07801 414435 Baby Massage,small groups,enjoy your baby, relax, have fun, 07751 323253 Baby Massage. Experienced Therapist, 01483 284750 My Baby Adores, Baby Massage and Daddy Workshops, Walton-onThames, 07808 401021 Parent and Baby Massage Courses, Weybridge/Cobham, 07736 228629 Tender Touch Baby Massage, Epsom/Ashtead/Leatherhead areas, 07788 780357

Baby Signing and Communication Baby Sensory, multi sensory sessions, 0-13 mths, Leatherhead, Weybridge, Cobham, 07932 089848 Sunny Signers, 0-2yrs, Epsom, 07958 438 932 Sunny Signers, baby signing, qualified signer, Worcester Pk., 020 8404 1432 Tinytalk Epsom, Baby signing classes, to popular nursery rhymes, 020 8393 4200 Tinytalk Uk, Singing and Signing, Thames Ditton, Kingston, 07759 852717 Tinytalk UK, singing/signing, Cobham, Guildford, 0-2yrs, 07973 937505 Tinytalk UK, Weybridge, singing and signing, 0-2yrs, 07779 224591

Baby and Childrenswear

Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages, Weybridge, 03456 009 009

Breastfeeding Support Group, informal drop-in, St Martin’s SureStart Centre, 01372 730435

Equator Sun, Australian UV Protectective Swim/Beachwear, 01932 230907

Rosemary Ceremonies, non religious naming and wedding ceremonies, 020 8943 2941

Chubby Babies, Breastfeeding Support and Advice, 07970 745485

Baby and Children’s Equipment, Furniture

Baby Yoga

Fathers and Breastfeeding, information sheet from NCT, 0300 330 0770

Baby Yoga, classes in Walton-onThames, 01932 223918

A3 Baby Barn, barnful of baby goods, trained to fit car seats, 020 8398 3114

Infant Feeding Advisor, Available Monday-Thursday, 07717 633995 La Leche League, breastfeeding support and information for local contacts, 0845 120 2918 NCT Breastfeeding Information Line, 0300 330 0700 SurreyNanny, consultations on sleep, feeding and behaviour issues, 07974 729036

Baby Yoga, courses, 1-1, workshops, in Walton-on-Thames, 07957 656323

Children’s Hairdressing Sarah Pengilly, mobile hairdresser for the whole family, 07908 647635

Baby Yoga, courses, Epsom area, 07801 414435 Baby Yoga, small groups,enjoy your baby, relax, have fun, 07751 323253 My Baby Adores, Baby Yoga Courses, Workshops in Walton-on-Thames, 07808 401021

Baby Massage

The Breastfeeding Network Drugline, compatibility of medicines with breastfeeding, 0844 412 4665

Alpha Baby Care, Reflexology/ Massage, Weybridge area, 01932 849069

The Breastfeeding Network, support line, 0300 100 0210

Baby Massage and Reflexology, Walton-on-Thames, 07957 656323

I include information pertinent to the various age groups within a growing family and in this issue there are editorials from specialist areas. I hope you find them interesting. It is always worthwhile picking up the latest issue, which is available FREE and distributed each March, July and November.

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Baby Activities, Gifts and Keepsakes

The UK’s favourite baby signing classes Learn how to communicate with your baby, using signs, before they can talk! Suitable for 0-2 year olds * ½ hour baby signing & singing * ½ hour playtime and social time * Structured/educational approach * Fun and friendly atmosphere Thames Ditton ~ Kerry T:07759 852717 E:kerryc@tinytalk.co.uk Cobham ~ Lyndsay T:07973 937505 E:lyndsayh@tinytalk.co.uk Weybridge ~ Helen T:07779 224591 E:helenr@tinytalk.co.uk Visit our website www.tinytalk.co.uk

www.babysensory.com

Pinkiprintz, hand made silver jewellery, making memories last forever, 01372 801076 Portrait Artist, children’s portraits from photos, 01932 259493 Smallprint, silver jewellery with babies’ fingerprints, 01372 842615 The Grange at Number 5, beautiful handmade gifts, Bookham, 01372 455231 Timeless Casting, a special gift that will last forever, 01932 856755 Tiny Treasures Fingerprint Jewellery, Surrey, 0845 4584332 U-ni-k, handmade gifts to be loved and treasured by this generation and the next, 07967 737952

Birth to 13 Months Fun activities and sensory experiences to share with your baby Light Shows

Monday - Epsom Wednesday - Ashtead

Baby signing

Contact Cindy Smallwood Tel: 07527 131090 epsom@babysensory.co.uk

Musical fun Songs and Rhymes

Wednesday -Thames Ditton Thursday-Cobham

Bubbles

Contact Sari Daly Tel: 07932 089848 teddington@babysensory.co.uk

Games Bonding & Massage Puppet Shows

Friday - Weybridge Contact Jo Ashe Tel: 07810 540352 weybridge@babysensory.co.uk

Ideas to try at home Classes also running in: Teddington, Sunbury, Addlestone and Staines

Gifts and Keepsakes 3D casts of your child’s hands/feet in bronze or silver, 01483 279870 A3 Baby Barn, barnful of baby goods, Chessington, 020 8398 3114 Bambolina, for traditional dolls and dolls clothes, 01372 722239

Funky Glass, unique handmade glass pieces, stunning gifts, 07503 303100

The Grange at No. 5 CHURCH ROAD BOOKHAM PERSONALISED CLOTHES UNIQUE GIFTS

HAND MADE AT THE GRANGE REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 207740 Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm 01372 454750 www.grangecentre.org.uk

Hilary Ward hand Painted China, beautiful bone china money boxes, 01728 830950 Little Impressions,unique casts of your child’s hands/feet, 07877 365409

Callies Corner, Ceramic/ Stone Cast Imprints, Bookham, 07951 308110

Milly Bee, unique hand and footprint keepsakes, 0845 388 9451

Casting Impressions, 3D replicas of your baby/childrens hands and feet, 07976 576102

Munchkin and Me, beautiful personalised jewellery/gifts, based Worcester Park, 020 8337 9463

Cherish and Cherubs, vintage and vintage inspired gifts, interiors, homewares, 020 7381 5512

My Kids Canvas, personalised kids paintings and door plagues, 07870 582594

Elephant Trading Company, stylish homeware and gifts, 01372 842642

Pink Leaf Murals, beautiful, hand painted murals, 07570 596647

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Childminders Childminders and Babysitting Cherry Blossom Childcare, recruitment agency covering Surrey, 01483 725623 Home Organisers emergency help service including babysitting, 07747 088783 In Trust babysitting service cares for new-borns onwards, 020 8395 0796 Little Cherubs Babysitting Services, covering Surrey, 01483 281016 Sitters, for day and evening babysitters, 0800 3890038 Special Sitters, babysitting for children with special needs, 07512 246788

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Now you can find reliable and carefully vetted evening and daytime babysitters – all with professional childcare experience.

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Surrey County Childminding Association, 01784 240051 Surrey Family Information Service, main number, 08456 011777 Surrey Nanny Agency Ltd., covering Guildford and area, 0845 8878468

Nannies and Au Pairs Buttons Nanny Agency, Surrey, 0845 8737010 Cherish Childcare, childcare to support your family, long term au pair available, 01235 851090

CHERISH

CHILDCARE WE WILL HELP YOU TO FIND THE RIGHT AU PAIR • Summer or long term • Western European au pairs available • High calibre of applicants • Police checked, references • Focus is on your requirements • Personal Service in the Surrey area

Cherry Blossom Childcare, recruitment agency covering Surrey, 01483 725623 County Nannies, The Home Counties Consultancy, 0845 2606360 Epsom Nannies, providing quality nannies in Surrey, 020 8393 9088

www.cherishchildcare.com Tel: 01235 851090

Premier Night Nannies A Division of Premier Nannies

Experienced Night Nannies to offer assistance with newborns Do you Need Help?

Are you tired?

Sleep training, feeding, and advice on routine Short term help, or ongoing long term consultancy Trained professional night nannies We can help.

For more information and details of our fees Please call Suzanne 0208 339 0298 premier-nannies@btconnect.com www.premiernannies.uk.com

Harmony At Home - Childcare Specialists, office in Surrey, 01306 621473 Larah Au Pairs, to help with housework and childcare, 01932 341704 Merryways Nanny Agency, first class childcare without the first class price, 01932 700545 Millennium Au Pairs and Nannies, 020 8241 9752 My Travelling Nanny, temporary and holiday childcare, 020 8133 3126 Night Nannies, overnight maternity care service, Surrey, 07800 843618 Nutkin Nannies, professionals with the personal touch, 01932 565623 Pay Our Nanny, nanny payroll service, 0844 2720302 Perfect Match Au Pairs, fully vetted candidates, 0845 519 3350 Playtime Nanny Agency, childcare recruitment specialist, 01483 488511 Premier Nannies, Nannies/Babysitting, 020 8339 0298 Premier Night Nannies, offers assistance with newborns, 020 8339 0298 Pure Nannies, helping parents and childcarers to match for your requirements, 01293 862741 Select Nannies, covering your area, 01932 852735

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Select Nannies is THE professional nanny service for the Surrey area We....  Meet and interview ALL nannies  Check references and qualifications  Ensure all nannies are police checked  Fit the right nanny to the right family  Offer continued advice and guidance ....and we can suit your needs whether full, temporary or part- time, live-in or daily nannies or maternity nurses

We know how important your child is and we offer only the best people and service

* LIVE-IN & LIVE OUT NANNIES * MOTHER’S HELP * TEMPORARY & PERMANENT STAFF * BABYSITTING T: 01932 700 545 E: enquiries@merryways.co.uk W: www.merryways.co.uk FIRST CLASS CHILDCARE WITHOUT THE FIRST CLASS PRICE

01932 852735

info@select-nannies.co.uk www.select-nannies.co.uk

Smileys Childcare Agency, mothers help/babysitting, 0845 2011630 South East Childcare, providing qualified Nannies, 0845 330 1323 Surrey Nanny Agency Ltd., covering Guildford and area, 0845 8878468 The Surrey Nanny, maternity and childcare consultant, 07974 729036 Tinies Childcare, Nannies, Mothers Help, all areas, 020 8642 8866 TLC Nannies, Nannies, Mothers Help, Maternity Nurse, 07810 771940

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Nannies and Au Pairs, Children’s Centres

Premier Nannies 020-8339-0298

premier-nannies@btconnect.com www.premiernannies.uk.com

*Daily/Live-in Nannies *Mother’s Helps *Temporary/Emergency Staff *Maternity Staff *Evening Babysitting Service *All Applicants Police Checked *Reference Checked

Grovelands Children’s Centre is a place where your children will be able to play and make friends, where you will be able to get professional advice on family and health, learn about training, job opportunities and much more. Come and visit us to find out about all the wonderful things we have on offer.

We are open 48 weeks of the year.  Play & Learn sessions for babies to 3 year olds, with lots of

messy play, construction, role and creative play.

 Extra special days in the holidays such as trips to the farm,

seaside and much more.

 Access to Health Visitors & Midwives.

Post natal clinics (by appointment only), Well Baby Clinics, Breastfeeding Drop-ins offering advice on breastfeeding, weaning, baby’s sleeping problems and much more. (with Breastfeeding specialist)

 Adult Education courses - ESOL, First Aid course,

Family Links and much more.

Please visit our website for further information.

Sandy Lane, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 2EQ

BUTTONS NannyAgency Surrey Branch Established 1991

“Committed to outstanding service” • Extensive database of high calibre applicants, many known and placed by us in previous years.

• Trained nannies available throughout Surrey • Full Time, Part Time, Temporary • Online registration and jobs

0845 873 7010 or 020 8644 7001 www.buttonsagency.co.uk recruit@buttonsagency.co.uk Childcare Advice Daycare Trust, parent information and advice on childcare, 0845 872 6251

Parental Choice, family rights/ childcare options, 020 8979 6453 Surrey Family Information Service, main number, 08456 011777

Telephone: 01932 229 313 Email: infocc@grovelands.surrey.sch.uk Website: http://www.grovelandschildrenscentre.ik.org

Children’s Centres, Family Group Venues Ashtead Children’s Centre at St George’s Christian Centre, 01372 276410 Chessington Children’s Centre, Castle Hill School site, 020 8408 8927 Claygate & Oxshott Children’s Centre, 01372 471222 Cobham Sure Start Children’s Centre, co-ordinating office, 01932 596034 Epsom Downs Children’s Centre, site of Epsom Downs Primary School, 01737 851079 Epsom Sure Start Children’s Centre, 01372 749834 Grovelands Children’s Centre, Sandy Lane, Walton-on-Thames, 01932 229313

Sure Start Children’s Centre, Hersham, 01932 246918 Thames Ditton Sure Start Children’s Centre (please ring-restricted opening hours, 020 8398 3772 Three Rivers Children’s Centre, West Molesey, 020 8481 7212 Wellspring Children’s Centre, Bookham Baptist Church, Lower Road, 01372 459314 West Chessington Children’s Centre (grounds of Lovelace Primary), 020 8391 2145 Weybridge Children’s Centre, off Churchfield Road, 01932 820106

Toy Libraries Leatherhead Trinity Children’s Centre, 01372 812754 Toy Library at Riverview Children’s Centre, W.Ewell, 07917 763754

Leatherhead Trinity Family Room, Stay and Play, 01372 812754 Meadow Children’s Centre, Stoneleigh, 020 8393 9320 Riverview Sure Start Children’s Centre, 0208 337 7310 St Martin’s Surestart Children’s Centre, Epsom, 01372 730435 Stonecot/ Worcester Park Children’s Centre, drop in sessions at W.P. Library, 020 8770 4660

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Toddlers Timetable Kingswood House School, Epsom, 01372 723590

Let’s create a sporting legacy!

In the run up to the biggest summer of sport the UK has ever seen, everyone’s attention is on how many Olympic gold medals will be won, but what is actually happening at grass roots level to inspire youngsters to play sport? Sport Academies aim is to increase the sport on offer during school holidays.

Sport Academies looks like a day at the Olympics! Mornings include martial arts, fencing, swimming, tennis and every other sport imaginable. During afternoons children have the chance to choose the sport they play.

Sport Academies is at St George’s College, Weybridge, this summer. Children will have the chance to use the extensive sport facilities and our coaches include professional cricketers, tennis coaches, rugby coaches and ex-footballers.

In a year when sport is in the spotlight it is great to see children playing, competing and having fun on the playing fields, courts and sports halls across the country.

For more details about Sport Academies visit www.sportacademies.com or call the team on 0844 335 8217.

Toddlers Monday am Fun Saints, All Saints Church Hall, Weston Green, 020 8873 6922 Little Stars, St. Georges Church Hall, Ashtead, 07799 325172 M & T Group, St. John’s R.C Hall, Tadworth, 01372 725075 Mini Gems, St Peters Church Hall, Hersham, 12mths- 2½ yrs, baby corner available, 01932 222617

SMART, St Mary’s Church, Oatlands, Weybridge, 01932 231274 Tots in Tune, Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, 01372 385439 Wheels and Squeals, Christ Church, Epsom Common, 01372 749785 Wriggles and Giggles, Langley Vale (The Vale Primary), 01372 273639 (School)

Toddlers Tuesday pm

Molies Playgroup, St Pauls Church Hall, East Molesey, 10am, 07775 502450

Chessington Methodist Church, Parents and Toddlers, term time only, 020 8287 4846

Rhyme Time, Chessington Children’s Centre, 020 8408 8927

Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, 01372 385439

Toddlers Monday pm

Downsend School, Epsom Lodge, 01372 385438

Chessington Children’s Centre, Stay and Play, 0-1yr, 020 8397 6319 St Mary’s Church Hall, Ewell Village, 020 8393 4804

Toddlers Tuesday am Ashtead Baptist Church, Barnett Wood Lane (term time), 01372 274666 Bookham Toddler Group, Great Bookham, 01372 374310 Butterflies Play and Learn, at West Ewell Infant School, 07538 341911 Chatterbox, 2nd Tues. monthly, All Saint’s Church, Little Bookham, 01372 453183 Dads Group, with 0-5yr olds, Chessington Children’s Centre, Buckland Rd, 020 8408 8927

Downsend School, Leatherhead Lodge, 01372 385437 Epsom and Leatherhead Multiples Club, alt. wks, Ashtead, 07970 870696

Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall, Cobham, 01932 867752 Seedlings All Saints Church Group, fortnightly, W.Ewell, 0-5yrs, 020 8393 7273 Small Hands, St Mary’s Centre, term time, Chessington, 020 8391 4551 St Andrew’s Baby Talk, Churchgate House, Cobham, 0-3yrs, 01932 862178 St Erconwald’s R.C. Church, Esher Ave., Walton, 01932 221101 (Church office)

Toddlers Thursday pm

The Parish Church P and T Group, Church Rd., Leatherhead, 01372 374914 Toddlestop, Esher Green Baptist Church, Park Road, 01372 469800 United Reformed Church Hall, Queens Rd, Weybridge, Contact Diane, 07967 040210 Wheels and Squeals, Christ Church, Epsom Common, 01372 745955

Toddlers Wednesday pm Manor House M and T Group, Little Bookham, 01372 458538 St Barnabus Toddler Group, Vine Rd., E. Molesey, 020 8941 6375 TotsAlive! St Nicolas Church, Bookham, Term Time, 0-5yrs, 01372 454638

Toddlers Thursday am

Kingswood House School, Epsom, 01372 723590

Butterfly, Fetcham Catholic Church, Bell Lane, 01372 802485

Little Urchins, Untited Reformed Church, Church Street, Epsom, 01372 818895

Chessington Children’s Centre, Stay and Play, 0-5yrs, 020 8408 8927 Christ The Prince of Peace Church Hall, Toddler Group, 01932 842643 M and T Group, St Andrew’s, Hersham Rd., Walton-on-Thames, no known contact Methodist Church, Stoneleigh Crescent, Stoneleigh, 07796 125700

Toddlers Wednesday am

Little Gems, St Peter’s Church Hall, Hersham, 2½yrs+, 01932 222617

Allsorts Baby & Toddler Club, St Peters, West Molesey, 020 8224 9734

Our Lady and St. Peters Hall, Garland Road, Leatherhead, 01372 361243

Little Moles, St Marys Church Hall, E. Molesey, 0208 979 0677

Bumps & Babes NCT mother/baby, Weybridge Library Hall, 07876 410833

St George’s Christian Centre, Ashtead, 01372 879291

Little Monkey’s, Methodist Church, Ashley Rd., Epsom, 01372 728535 (Church office)

Chessington Children’s Centre, Stay and Play, 0-5yrs, 020 8397 6319

St Martins, Church Street, Epsom, 01372 722567 (Church Office)

Chessington Methodist Church, in school holidays only, 020 8287 4846

St Mary’s Church Hall, Ewell Village, 020 8393 4804

East Horsley Evangelical Church, 01483 283453 (office)

Toddlestop, Esher Green Baptist Church, Park Road, 01372 469800

Ewell United Reformed Church Parents and Toddlers, 020 8397 7680

Tots in Tune, Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, 01372 385439

Playmates, Claygate Village Hall, 07966 247774

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Walton and District Twins Club, St Johns, Walton-on-Thames, Just turn up

The Ark, St George’s Christian Centre, Ashtead (term time), 07854 825937

Epsom Christian Fellowship Toddlers, West Hill, Epsom, 01372 722839

Little Tykes, Methodist Church Hall, Heath Road, Weybridge, 01932 854195

Contact Gwyneth 01372 818895 Lots of fun, safe play for little ones

Windy Millers Toddler Time, 0-3yrs, playgroup, Scout Hut, Hogshill Lane, Cobham, 07702 544025

Butterflies Play and Learn, at West Ewell Infant School, 07538 341911

St Mary’s Church, Church Street, Walton-on -Thames, 01932 224238 (Church office)

1.30-3.15 pm Tues. term time 50p/family United Reformed Church, Church Street, Epsom KT17 4PW (nr. Fire Station)

St John The Baptist Church Hall, Church Rd., Worcester Park, 020 8337 8830 (Ch. Office)

Glenesk School, East Horsley, 01483 282329

Notre Dame Fledglings, join our happy group, 01932 869991

Little Urchins of Epsom A friendly playgroup for under 5’s

Musical Fun, music class, 6months-2 yrs, Worcester Park, 07525 497124

Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, 01372 385439 Downsend School, Epsom Lodge, 01372 385438 Downsend School, Leatherhead Lodge, 01372 385437 Glenesk School, East Horsley, 01483 282329 Noah’s Ark Parent and Toddler Group, Bookham Baptist Church, 01372 459314

Toddlers Friday am Chessington Methodist Church, Parents and Toddlers, term time only, 020 8287 4846 Christ Church, Cheam Road, Ewell Village, 020 8393 8230 Friday Funtime, 9.30 - 11am, St Andrew’s School, Cobham, 01932 596038 Molies Playgroup, St Pauls Church Hall, East Molesey, 9.30am, 07775 502450 St Andrew’s Parent and Toddler Group, Oxshott, 01372 842423 St Mary’s Church Hall, Ewell Village, 020 8393 4804 Tiddlywinks, Leatherhead Methodist Church, 01372 372919

Other Toddler Groups Epsom and Leatherhead Multiples Club, support for parents and carers of multiple, 07970 870696 M and T Groups, various days, L’Head Trinity Centre, 01372 812754 Phonics4, Fun Literacy classes, 3½+, 01483 487714 Storytime for Pre-schoolers, for days and times contact your local library, See library listings Tots in Tune, Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, Tues/Thurs am, 01372 385439 Wemms Owlets, Mathematical Mother and Toddler Group, Ashtead, 01372 276499

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Preschoolers Activities

Dance

Perform

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Dynamic Tots offer energetic half hour dance classes for 2 - 5 year olds in Ballet and Street Tots. Come join the fun and magical adventure today. Classes take place in venues around Surrey.

Preschoolers Art, Messy Play

FREE TRIAL AVAILABLE.

Krafts4Kidz, Thames Ditton, 07971 981879

Call: 07766 077043 Email: info@dynamicperformingarts.co.uk Visit: www.dynamicperformingarts.co.uk

Mucky Monsters, messy play for 18mths-4yrs, Ashtead, 07715 171167 Sticky Fingers parent and toddler art workshops, Claygate, 18m-5yrs, 07976 667556

Preschoolers Dance, Drama Amanda Warwick School of Dance, (RAD) Horsley/Effingham, 2½yrs+, 01372 457274 Ashtead Ballet School, with RAD teacher, Ashtead, 3yrs+, 01372 272177 Baby Dance, music and movement, Epsom, 2-4yrs, 01737 211541

Harmony Dance (RAD), variety of classes from 2½yrs, Ockham, West Horsley, 01483 222041 Laine Theatre Arts, East Street, Epsom, 3yrs+, 01372 724648

babyballet Song and Dance Academy Ltd, local venues nr Epsom, 6m-6yrs, 01737 227039

Linkside Dance Studio, Leatherhead, 3yrs+, 01372 378398

Chadsworth Stage School, Claygate, 2yrs+, 020 8398 8104

Little Act, drama, music and movement, Epsom, 4-7yrs, 01737 211541

Cheer for Fun Cheerleading, Epsom, 4+yrs, 01342 892806

Melody Bear Ballet, Baptist Church Hall, Ashtead, 07505 118763

Dance Education Centre, Weybridge, 2½+yrs, 07770 727543

Mini Dance, music and movement, Epsom, 4-7yrs, 01737 211541

Dance Shack, Jazz, Street, Musical Theatre, L’Head, 4yrs+, 07804 342888 Diddi Dance, Stoneleigh (Epsom) FREE trial class, 07873 634292 Ditton School of Ballet (RAD), 3yrs+, 020 8224 1075

Mummy and Me, Ballet and Music class for 18m-3yrs, 07860 376583

Drama and creative play classes for babies and children up to 7 years Classes in Ashtead, Cobham, East Molesey & Walton-on-Thames.

To enrol or find out more, please contact Phylly on 0844 310 0619 or email phylly@pyjamadrama.com

pyjamadrama.com

Protègèm Dance School, Ruxley Lane, Ewell, 2yrs+, 01737 211109 Pyjama Drama! Dram/Play, Ashtead, Cobham, East Horsley, Walton, 6m-school, 0844 310 0619

Dynamic Tots, Ballet and Street Tots, 2-5yrs, Weybridge, more venues from Sept., 07766 077043

Riverhouse Barn, Music, Mime, Movement, Walton-on-Thames, 2yrs+, 01932 254198

Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex, Tots Dance, ISTD Qualified, 3-5yrs, 01932 260300

Rosalle School of Dance, Bookham/ Fetcham classes, 3yrs +, 01342 325478

Ewell Dance and Pilates, Ewell and area, ballet, tap & modern 2 ½ yrs+, 07817 760265

Rose Academy of Theatre Arts, St. Mary’s, Chessington, 2yrs+, 07918 683070

Fairy Dance, Ballet for 3-4yrs, Thames Ditton, Chessington, 07860 376583 Feetbeats, Ballet, Tap, Modern and Musical Theatre classes, 2 ½ +, Epsom, 07725 323786

Classes in Weybridge Cobham and Hersham

Roshe School of Dancing, Claygate, 3yrs+, 01372 464062 Stagestars, Dance, Act, Sing, Ashtead, 3 yrs+, 01372 271111

07970 910066

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Preschoolers Activities

Preschoolers Dance, Drama continued Starfish, fun, creative dance, Mondays, Scout Hall, Hogshill Lane, Cobham, 07548 531409 Starlight Dance Academy, Thames Ditton, 2yrs +, 01276 474704

Preschoolers Fitness, Gym Acorn Gymnastics Club, Harrier Centre, Ewell, 3+, 07794 785683 ActivTots, fun fitness classes for 2-4 year olds in Surrey, 01483 769699

Susan Roberts Academy of Performing Arts, 2+, Cobham, 01932 590441

Backflip Performers, classes in Cobham and Weybridge, for 2-12 yrs, 020 8940 7998

Susan Roberts Academy of Performing Arts, 2+, Weybridge, 01932 590441

David Lloyd Brooklands, Weybridge, 01932 827900

The Cuddington School of Dance, Stoneleigh, 2yrs+, 07834 698704

Epsom Gymnastic and Trampoline Club, 3+, at Rainbow Epsom, 01323 520465

The Jam Academy, Epsom, 2½ yrs+, 01372 807279 The Phillomena School of Dance, Epsom, 2½ yrs+, 01342 892806 Theatrebugs “Confidence Through Creativity” drama, music, dance, 1-5yrs, 01483 882244

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Tumble Tots, Esher and Walton-onThames, 6m-7yrs, 01932 848119

Dolphin Music, Claygate/Thames Ditton, 0-4 yrs, Vicky, 01372 476919

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Jo Jingles, 6m-5, lots of venues within this area, 01372 800420

Monkey Music, , 3mths to 4yrs, 01483 841303

Tumbletots, active play programme, Chessington, 6mths-5yrs, 07710 424460

Totsdance, several local venues, 18mths-3 yrs, 07970 910066

Tumbletots, active play programme, Ewell, 6mths-5yrs, 07710 424460

Jolly Babies, babies under 1, Worcester Park/Stoneleigh, 020 8337 0508

Virginia Dodd School of Dance, Cobham Village Hall, 2½yrs+, 01483 770441

Tumbletots, Gymbabes and Gymbobs, Cobham and Leatherhead, 07739 517627

Kindermusik with Nadine, Walton-onThames, Hersham, Weybridge areas, 07510 688696

Jo Jingles, 6mths-5yrs, Weybridge, 01784 776182

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Toddler Dance, Dance classes in Epsom & Worcester Park, 18m-4yrs, 07988 730 839

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Monkey Music, classes for 3mths-5yrs, Weybridge, Cobham, Hersham and Molesey, 020 8224 0096 Monkey Music, Claygate, Esher and Epsom, 01932 223309 Music with Mummy, 1 to 5 yrs, Worcester Park/Stoneleigh, 020 8337 0508

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Preschoolers Activities

Music

Singing

Movement

Classes for babies & children aged 3 months to 5 years *BOOK YOUR FREE TRIAL TODAY* For details on classes in: Epsom, Fetcham, Surbiton & Thames Ditton Call Laura on 01372 800420 laura.sykes2@ntlworld.com www.jojingles.com/centralsurrey Children’s Parties & Nursery Sessions also available!

40 minutes of musical fun for little ones 6 months - 4 years Classes in Ashtead on Fridays To book your FREE TRIAL call Annmarie

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time of music Nur turing a life For classes in: Leatherhead, Dorking, Oxshott and Bookham Telephone: 01483 841 303 or Email: leatherhead.dorking@monkeymusic.co.uk For classes in: Banstead, Claygate, Esher and Epsom Telephone: 01932 223 309 or Email: dinah.nightingale@monkeymusic.co.uk

Mini Stages is for babies and toddlers 6 months to 4 years, accompanied by a Grown-up These weekly musical workshops develop communication, language, co-ordination and social skills in little people

Tues: 9:15am, 10:15am, 11:15am Wed: 9:15am, 10:15am, 11:15am Sun: 9:15am, 10:15am Classes last for 40mins ending with refreshments and a chance for grown-ups to meet or catch up.

Held at: Stagecoach Theatre Arts, The Courthouse, Elm Grove, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey KT12 1LZ For more information call

01932 256 272 or apply online on

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For classes in: Weybridge, Cobham, Hersham and Molesey Telephone: 0208 224 0096 or Email: tracey.grobler@monkeymusic.co.uk

Music classes for babies and young children!

Action songs and rhymes Music and movement Fun with percussion Musical games Since 1993 thousands of children across the UK have grown up with Monkey Music. Our unique teaching curriculum was written by classically trained musicians, and introduces music to very young children in a way they can easily understand and enjoy.

Rock ‘n’ roll - from 3 months Heigh ho – from 12 months Jiggety jig – 2 & 3 year olds Ding dong – 3 & 4 year olds

New Classes Opening Soon Near You!

It’s fun, formative and a great way of making friends!

www.monkeymusic.co.uk Part of Stagecoach Theatre Arts

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Preschoolers Activities, Soft Play Venues Preschoolers Music continued Noah’s Ark Music Club, Molesey, 020 8941 8377 Pat-a-Cakes, music classes for 4m-5yrs, Ashtead, 01372 721381 Pipsqueaks Pre-school Music & Drama Classes, St Marks Church Hall, Gt Tattenham, 07808 921113 Primo Music, Hersham. Singing and movement to music, 07815 073606 The Music Box, Sing, Dance, Play Music, Cobham, 01483 423622 Theatrebugs “Confidence Through Creativity” drama, music, dance, 1-5yrs, 01483 882244

The Music Box

at The Yehudi Menuhin School, Cobham Giving pre-school children the key to music since 1991 For 11 months – 4 years Qualified, experienced teachers and accompanists Sing, dance, mime and music especially written for early learning Top-quality instruments, puppets, pictures Ample free parking in beautiful surroundings

FREE TASTER SESSION Ball skill classes for 18 months to 5 years Fun and interactive games 30 and 45 minute classes available Monday - Friday All instructors are CRB checked

To book your FREE class call

020 8398 3034 or

www.catch-a-balls.co.uk

Call to book your FREE trial lesson 01483 423622 or 07970 898658

Tiny Tunes in Cobham, Thames Ditton and Surbiton, 3m-5yrs, 07977 585020 Tinytalk Uk, Singing and Signing, Thames Ditton, Kingston, 07759 852717 Tinytalk UK, singing/signing, Cobham, Guildford, 0-2yrs, 07973 937505 Tinytalk UK, Weybridge, singing and signing, 0-2yrs, 07779 224591 Tots in Tune, Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, 01372 385439

Preschoolers Sport Acorn Gymnastics Club, Harrier Centre, Ewell, 3yrs+, 07794 785683 Catch-a-Balls, skills for 18mths, Esher, Thames Ditton, Molesey areas, 020 8398 3034 D&D Footie Focus, coaching, ring for venues, 2 to 15 years, 07969 669153 Little Kickers, approved football training for girls and boys, 2-under 5yrs, 020 8286 6038 Little Kickers, FA coaching for 2-5yrs, several venues, 01932 847439 Little Sports Stars, Sports for Nurseries & Parties, 07722 334 864 Playball GB, build confidence in children using sport, Oxshott and Cobham, 07984 770713 Playball UK, child development through sport, Esher, 2-9 yrs, 07538 700951 Playball, age specific classes from age 2-8years, Ashtead, 07545 904852 Playball, Co-ordination Skills, nonstop fun experience, for 2yrs+, 07862 220857 Rugby Tots, Play Programme for 2-5yrs, several venues, 0845 3133242 Rugrats, multi skills, fundamental football coaching, Chessington, 18mth+, 07723 322906

Preschoolers Swimming Aqua Tots for Baby/Toddler, Hurst Pool, West Molesey, 4mths-3½yrs, 020 8941 6544 AquaSchool, 3mths-5yrs, Walton-onThames, 01483 306964 Atlantis Swim School, from 18mths, Chessington, Epsom, Worcester Park, 020 8335 3536 Baby Swimming, St Ebbas, Epsom, 01865 794222 Charlotte’s Swim School, small classes and baby swim, 01932 788506 Dinky Ducklings, baby/ toddler swimming,4m-3yrs, Bookham, Leatherhead, 01903 740020 DPD Coaching Services, Leatherhead lessons for preschool children, 01903 740020 Hook Swim School and Aqua Centre, baby swim from 4mths, 020 8397 7731

• Bouncy castle, ball pond, baby area,& much more!

• New leather sofas and toys • Real lattes and cappuccinos.

• Freshly made lunch boxes/panini/ jackets/sandwiches • Inside and outdoor play (weather permitting) • WIFI and ample free parking • Birthday parties Monday to Friday- very good value!

J G Swimming, Ashtead, parent and toddler sessions, 01737 812470 Splish ‘n’ Splash Swim School, Chessington and Old Malden, 4mths+, 07974 752442

Under 5’s Fun and Play Centre

Springboard Swimmers, Mother and Toddler group, Bookham, 020 8255 7455

Weybridge Vandals Rugby Club, Desborough Island, Walton Lane, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 1QP

Springboard Swimmers, Bookham, classes from 3 years, 020 8255 7455 Surrey Swim School, experienced in teaching babies, local pools, 01737 211160 Swimkidz, baby and toddler swim, Cobham, 07825 955533 Swimwise, Colin Bull Swimming, quality classes in small groups, 2½ +, 01372 739600

Socatots, ball skills for walking to 5yrs, several venues, 01372 273505

Water Babies, for babies from birth to 12 months, several Surrey venues, 01730 263506

Tennis for Tots, Ashtead 3-4 yrs, 01372 817273

Water Nippers, swimming lessons for 1-5yrs, Chessington, 01273 621333

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Surbiton Hockey Club, Sugden Road, Long Ditton, KT7 OAE Open Monday to Friday 10 - 4.30pm T: 07749 506669 W: www.cheekymonkeys-softplay.com

(Off River Road between Walton & Weybridge)

01932 225313

Lots of FREE Parking www.wizzkidz-playcentre.co.uk

Open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 2.30pm Let us take the stress out of children’s parties • Inside Play Area • Outside Play Area • Bouncy Castle • Ball Pit • Ride on Toys • Baby Play Area & much, much more!

Come and enjoy a REAL Cappuccino or a speciality coffee plus a variety of refreshments & lunches served all day including freshly made Panini, Sandwiches and delicious Home Made Cakes

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Soft Play Venues

Preschoolers Yoga Mother and Toddler Yoga, in studio, Walton-on-Thames, 07957 656323 Yoga for Toddlers, walking-4yrs, 07957 656323

A Mysterical Adventure...

Yoganory “Yoga entwined with story” classes, 2½-5 yrs, 07725 402650

A jumble of paths to explore, Leading this way and that, Or even that way and this.

Most certainly an adventure not to be missed!

Soft Play Venues Cheeky Monkeys, Sudgen Road, Thames Ditton, 07749 506669 Fun in Foam, Leatherhead & Dorking Gym Club, L’Head, 01372 377718 Jellybugs Ewell, Harrier Centre, Poole Road, West Ewell, 07917 117165

A place full of wonder, excitement and play.

Where our friends the Hobblers spend their days,

Jumping Jacks, soft play for under 5’s, Hersham, 01932 222812 Jupiter Jo’s Softplay Centre, West Ewell, 0-10yrs, 020 8391 2004 Piglets, soft play and lots more, Hersham, 01932 241323 Play Zone, Elmbridge Xcel, Walton-onThames, 2-10yrs, 01932 260300 Ragamuffins, Play Café, Sandown Golf Centre, Esher, 0-4yrs, 01372 469260 Soft Play Centre and Creche, Leatherhead Leisure Centre, Baby5yrs, 01372 377674 The Hobbledown Barn @ Horton Park Children’s Farm, soft and wooden play frames, 0843 2894979 Wizz Kidz, Under 5’s Soft Play, Waltonon-Thames, 01932 225313

Around the fields and the barns where animals roam, Content as always in their Hobbledown homes.

Open July 2012 at Horton Park Children’s Farm Epsom See you there!

New tourist attraction - not to be missed!

THE highly anticipated adventure park Hobbledown opens in Epsom this month and is sure to become a firm favourite with families.

The unique attraction, set around a mystical and magical story, cost more than £3million to build and replaces Horton Park Farm.

Home to more than 200 animals, Hobbledown has its own zoo licence and boasts a heap of adventure play equipment including towers, mazes, underground tunnels, a low ropes adventure, aerial walkways and an interactive sand play zone.

Owners Nick De Candole and Richard Farley – behind the awardwinning Kidspace indoor play parks - said their main aim was to create somewhere unique for all ages to enjoy.

Hobbledown at Horton Park Children’s Farm can be found in Horton Lane, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 8PT. For more information visit www.hobbledown.com We can also be found at facebook.com/hobbledownuk or Twitter@hobbledown

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Day Care Nurseries Daycare Nurseries Asquith Court Nurseries, 0-5yrs, open daily, Epsom, 01372 723332 Bambini Day Nursery, Ewell Court House, Ewell, 3mths-5yrs, 020 3258 3031

Nestots, at NESCOT College, 3mths5yrs, 020 8394 3371 Playmates Nursery, termtime, Chessington, 2-5yrs, 020 8391 5522 Playtime Day Nursery, Chessington, 0-5yrs, 020 8397 2800

Bizzy Bees Nursery and Playgroup, Worcester Park, 0-5yrs, 020 8335 3537

Playtime Day Nursery, Leatherhead, 01372 377470

Busy Bees Day Nursery, 7.30am6pm, Thames Ditton, 3m-5yrs, 020 8398 9491

Red Balloon Day Nursery, Cobham, 3mths -5yrs, 01932 866505

CherryField Children’s Nursery, Epsom, 3m-5yrs, 01372 747080 Cherrylands Nursery, Weybridge, 0-5yrs, 01932 354175 CherryStone Children’s Nursery, Stoneleigh, 3m-5yrs, 020 8786 8006 Churchfield House, 3mths-5yrs, Weybridge, 01932 854465 Colets Nursery, Thames Ditton, from 3mths (members + non members), 020 8398 7108 Cunliffe Day Nursery, Stoneleigh, 2-5yrs, 020 8786 8921

Smarty Pants Day Nursery, Bookham Youth Centre, 2-5 yrs, 01372 453803 Stars Day Nursery, Lynwood Drive, Worcester Park, 0844 800 2525 Surrey and Borders Day Nursery, Epsom, 3mth-5yrs, 01372 203477 Tadpoles Nursery, open 8am-6pm weekdays, 0-5yrs, Walton-on Thames, 01932 230845 Teddies Nurseries, Epsom, 3m - 5yrs, 0800 980 3801 Teddies Nurseries, Esher, 3mths-5 yrs,, 0800 980 3801

Downsend School, Leatherhead, 01372 385437

The Danesfield Manor Early Years Centre, Walton-on Thames, from 3 mths, 01932 220930

Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, 01372 385439

Toad Hall Nursery Group, Chessington, 3m-5yrs, 020 8391 4447

Downsend School, Epsom Lodge, 01372 385438

Toad Hall Nursery Group, Felcott Road, Walton, 3 mths-5yrs, 01932 252858

Epsom Downs Children’s Centre Day Nursery, 3m-5yrs, 01737 850517

Toad Hall Nursery Group, Manor Road, Walton-on-Thames, 3m-5y, 01932 226975

First Steps Nursery School, East Horsley, 1-5yrs, 01483 285476 Flying Start Day Nursery, (Barnesmead), Ashtead, 0-5yrs, 01372 276825

Treetops Nurseries, Epsom, 3mths5yrs, 01372 745905

Flying Start Day Nursery, (Moorlands), Ashtead, 3m-5yrs, 01372 279935 Grovelands Children’s Centre, Sandy Lane, Walton-on-Thames, 01932 229313 Home From Home Children’s Day Care, West Molesey, Birth+, 07990 890463 Horseshoe Day Nursery, Sandown Park, Esher, 01372 473970 Kidsunlimited Day Nursery, 7.30am6pm, 3m-5yrs, Hinchley Wood, Esher, 0845 365 2929 Leatherhead Trinity School and Children’s Centre, 01372 812754

Nursery and Playgroup Longfellow Road, Worcester Park

Open 51 weeks of the year Monday to Friday 7.30am - 6.00pm 0 - 5 years

Tel: 020 8335 3537 Experienced and qualified staff

Lilliput Children’s Centre,Hersham/ Walton-on-Thames, 4m-5yrs, 01932 252202 Little Acorns Day Nursery, Cobham, age 3m to 5 years, 01932 864675 Little Dreams Day Nursery, Weston Avenue, Thames Ditton, 3mths-5yrs, 020 8707 3984

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Little Pickles Nursery, Effingham, 3mths-5yrs, 01372 453832

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Merrileas Day Nursery, Stoke d’Abernon, 2½ -5 yrs, mixed, 01932 869973

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Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Day Care Nurseries

Lilliput Children’s Centre Hersham Green, Burwood Road, Walton-on-Thames, KT12 4AA

Private Day Nursery

Open 8.00am to 6.30pm 51 weeks of the year Full and part-time care/education For children aged 4 months to 5 years

Top Quality Care

*Welcoming and happy environment* Playing fields and outdoor playground Heated swimming pool, indoor play hall Wholesome food cooked on the premises Excellent pre-school education Childcare vouchers accepted

Afternoon classes

Ballet, Music and Movement and Sports skills

Telephone Melanie on 01932 252202 email Melanie@lilliput.org.uk Also at Redhill, Surrey 01737 789500

“Committed to excellence in childcare” We provide high quality day care and education in an environment specifically adapted to meet the needs of the children. We have a fantastic warm and friendly team who really care about your child.

Please call:

Tracy on 01306 876316

Chichester Road, Dorking RH4 1LR

Rachael on 01483 424646

Bridge Road, Godalming GU7 3DU

Tasha on 01276 453595

Macdonald Road, Lightwater GU18 5XY

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Day Care Nurseries, Montessori

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Montessori Nursery & Daycare for children aged 2 to 5 years

alive!

Imber Court, Ember Lane, East Molesey, Surrey KT8 0BT

Twice National Award Winner For Montessori

Parkside’s Merrileas nursery provides a caring and nuturing foundation to your child’s education. We cater for boys and girls aged 2-4.

To arrange a visit please call 01932 862 749 The Manor, Stoke d’Abernon, Cobham, Surrey KT11 3PX

Tel: 01932 862 749 www.parkside-school.co.uk © Copyright Parkside 2012

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● Open 46 weeks, 7.45am - 6.00 pm ● Morning /afternoon sessions and all day ● Additional lessons include Ballet, French, Football, Karate and Yoga ● Calm, peaceful and spontaneous learning environment both indoors and outdoors

020 8398 1267 / 020 8979 8120 rosalita.edwards@btinternet.com www.rosalitaedwardsmontessori.co.uk

Limited number of bursaries available

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Montessori, Preschools Montessori Nurseries and Preschools Claygate Montessori School, Claygate, 2-5yrs, 020 8398 8104

Montessori Day Care Nursery

Cobham Montessori Nursery School, Cobham, 2-5+, 01932 863397 (Hall)

Ockham, near Cobham Tel: 01932 866244 www.martyrsgreen.co.uk

Fairmile Montessori School, Queens Rd, Hersham, 2-5yrs, 01372 469500

Martyr’s Green Montessori Day Care Nursery is a modern Montessori, which offers a unique day care facility for children aged three months to five years. Set in an idyllic barn and stable conversion situated in the heart of Ockham, near Cobham, Martyr’s Green offers a rural yet highly accessible location.

Within the safe, secure and homely setting of Martyr’s Green, we are able to offer: * Qualified, friendly staff who provide a fun, stimulating and rich learning environment. * A warm and caring approach * A large garden with a play village and beautiful playhouse for the sunny and not so sunny day.

The threads of the Montessori philosophy run strongly throughout the nursery. Each child here is treated as an individual and encouraged to achieve their full potential. This, teamed with our outstanding location, premises and the warm nurturing approach, definitely creates an environment that every discerning parent looks for when choosing childcare.

Open from 8am - 6pm for 50 weeks of the year.

Places available Discount for all 2 year olds

Footprints Montessori Day Nursery, West Horsley, 01483 285591 Long Ditton Montessori Children’s House, Long Ditton, 2½-5yrs, 020 8398 8805

▪ OFSTED registered and inspected ▪ Open 49 weeks per year 8.30am to 3.15pm ▪ Wealth of experience as Cobham’s oldest nursery school ▪ Established 1962 ▪ Competitive fees

www.cobhammontessori.co.uk Cobham Montessori Nursery School, 23 Spencer Road, Cobham, Surrey KT11 2AF

To visit us or to receive a prospectus call Hilary Jones on 01932 863397 (8.30am-3.15pm) or David Brows on 07795 322688 outside these hours

Happy Minds, Home Based Pre-school in Ashtead, 2-5yrs, 01372 275766 Happy Stars Preschool, Arch Road, Hersham, 2-5 yrs, 01932 221380 Henrietta Playgroup,West Molesey, 2-4yrs, 020 8487 0061 Honeypots Pre-school, Walton- onThames, 2½-5yrs, 01932 829275

Rosalita Edwards Montessori Nursery, East Molesey, 2-5yrs, 020 8398 1267, option 6

Jigsaw, Holy Trinity Church Playgroup, Claygate, 3-5yrs, 01372 463603

Stagecoach Montessori School, Walton-on-Thames, 2-5yrs, 01932 256214

Sessional Preschools and Playgroups Barnett Wood Preschool, Ashtead, 2½5yrs, 01372 279584 Barnsleigh Nursery, Walton-onThames, 2½-5 yrs, 01932 254785 Burwood Playgroup, Hersham, 2-5yrs, 01932 240026 Bus Stop Pre-School, Bookham, 07932 643850 Busy Bees Nursery, Ashtead, 2-5yrs (tel. after 5pm plse), 01372 458023 Butterflies Nursery School, Ashtead, 2-5yrs, 01372 271231

Christopher Robin Nursery, Hinchley Wood, 2-5 yrs, 07762 127878

▪ Subjects - Maths, Numeracy, Alphabet, Reading, Writing, Art, Music, Cookery, Science, Geography and more

Fortyfoot Playgroup and Pre-school, Leatherhead, 2-5yrs, 01372 374769

Honeypots Pre-school, Weybridge, 2½-5yrs, 01932 829275

Children’s Workshop, East Molesey, 2½-5yrs, 020 8979 0692

▪ Structured learning programs for children attending from 2 mornings per week to fulltime

Fetcham Village Pre-school, 01372 361130

Martyr’s Green Montessori, Ockham, 3mths-5yrs, 01932 866244

Caterpillars, Long Ditton, 2½-5yrs, 07504 326456

▪ Qualified Staff ▪ Lovely gardens ▪ Lots of equipment and toys ▪ Holiday and half term school available

Ferndale Nursery, Epsom 2-5yrs, 01737 211797

Churchfield House, Weybridge, 3-5 yrs, 01932 854465 Creche@jungle. Drop off creche or Stay & Play. Walton High Street, 07952 493965

Leatherhead Trinity Children’s Centre Preschool, 01372 813615 Little Angels Nursery, Cobham Village Hall, 2½-5 yrs, 01932 868905 (Hall) Little Bookham Preschool, after school care, Little Bookham, 07930 127467 Little Bookham Preschool, sessional care for 2-5yr olds, Little Bookham, 07930 127467 Little Ferns Playgroup, Ewell Village, 2 - 5yrs, 07713 354631 Little Hands Nursery, Christchurch Road, Epsom, 2-4 yrs, 07838 197790 Little Oaks Nursery, Christ Church, Leatherhead, 2-5yrs, 01372 276717 Little People’s Pre-School, Lower Road, Effingham 2½-5yrs, 07989 638089 Little Saints Preschool, Fulford Road, West Ewell, 2½-5yrs, 07980 511931 Little Sparrows Forest School, Hersham, 3-4yrs, 07749 998923 Little Sparrows, Esher, 2-5yrs, 07946 520738 Little Squirrels Nursery, St Mary’s, Walton-on-Thames, 2-5yrs, 07598 159248 Lynwood Pre-School, Hinchley Wood, 2½-5yrs, 07952 169844 Merry-Go-Round, St James Hall, Weybridge, 2½-5yrs, 07990 743537

Creepy Crawlies Pre-School, Stoneleigh, 2-5 yrs, 07528 711058

Noddy Club, Claygate Youth Club, term time mornings, 2½-5yrs, 01372 462031

Doris Venner Pre-School, Worcester Park, 020 8330 3672

Penny Farthing Nursery, Weybridge, 2½-5 yrs, 01932 429346

Downside Nursery School, Downside/ Cobham, 2-5yrs, 01932 867676

Peter Pan Playschool, Bookham, 2½-5 yrs, 07908 018924

Elmdon Nursery, Ashtead, 2½-5yrs, 01372 273854

Polesden Lacey Playschool, Bookham, 2½-5yrs, 01372 458145

Epsom Downs Playgroup, Epsom, 2½5yrs, 01372 271788

Railway Children Kindergarten, Epsom Downs, 2-5yrs, 01372 802549

Epsom Methodist Nursery- Ready Teddy Go! 2½-5yrs, 01372 277450

Rainbow Playgroup, held at the Baptist Church, Bookham, 2-5yrs, 01372 811313

Epsom Pre-school, Concorde Hall, Horton Footpath, Horton Hill, 2½-5yrs, 07759 980937 Ewell Castle Junior School, 3+, 020 8393 1413

River Mole Pre-School, Esher, 2-5 years, 01372 802419 Ruxley Church Nursery, Ewell, 2-5yrs, 020 8224 5693

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Preschools

For children 2 to 5 years Enclosed outdoor play area Dedicated, experienced team Safe, secure, friendly environment Flexible start dates & choice of sessions

The Railway Children Kindergarten

Do your children love being outside, exploring the natural environment and getting muddy?

If so, they will love Little Sparrows Forest School.

Forest School will help your child to grow in confidence and self-awareness.

They will become more independent and learn to work as part of a team and best of all they will have lots of fun!

Places for children 3 years+ For further details contact Kate 07749 998923 or forest.school@hotmail.com

PRE-SCHOOLS IN WEYBRIDGE & WALTON- ON-THAMES

• Monday to Friday 9.15am-1pm • Nursery Grant available • Car park and grass play area • Children accepted from 2½ years • Qualified and trained staff • Quality care and education • Both schools Ofsted registered

Call 01932 829275

honeypots@hi5wake.demon.co.uk

At Epsom Downs Railway Station • Secure location, easy parking • Safe outside courtyard • Consistent warm, caring staff • Excellent Ofsted results ‘...the children’s ideas and thoughts are extremely well valued and respected.’

Sessional 9am-12.15pm Mon and Wed open until 3pm Please contact Nicola Johnson on 01372 802549

Sessional Preschools and Playgroups continued Scallywags, Sandringham Rd. Worcester Pk., 2-5yrs, 020 8641 1077

Fortyfoot Playgroup Leatherhead Worple Road, Epsom KT18 7AA Registered Charity Number 1023678

Morning sessions 8.45 – 11.45am (3 & 4 yr olds) Afternoon sessions 12.30 – 3.00pm (2 & 3 yr olds) Friendly, caring, secure and stimulating environment Purpose built pre-school on school site Early years qualified and first aid trained staff Awarded ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED Telephone 0779 355 4340 www.stmartinspreschool.com

Little People’s Pre-School

Century Court, Lower Road, Effingham, KT24 5JP (opp. Howard of Effingham School)

From 31 October, Little People’s Pre-School will offer term-time sessions for children aged from 2½, Monday to Friday, in our own new home.

St Andrew’s Preschool, Oxshott, 07982 457841

We provide a safe, caring environment where, through play, your child will have fun, explore, learn and develop to reach their full potential.

Large outdoor learning area to include garden and nature area.

St Barnabus Playgroup, Vine Road, E. Molesey, 020 8941 6375

Flexible sessions will be available from 9am – 3pm.

St Clements Nursery School, Ewell, 2½-5yrs, 020 8394 0064 (am only) St Giles Playgroup and Nursery, Ashtead, 01372 813425 St Martins Preschool Playgroup, Epsom, 2-5 yrs, 07793 554340 Stepping Stones, Thames Ditton, 2½5yrs, 020 8398 1955 Stoke Tots Nursery School, Stoke D’Abernon, 2-5yrs, 01932 862711 The Dawnay Playgroup, 2½ -5yrs, Great Bookham, 01372 453796 The Raleigh Nursery, West Horsley, 2-4yrs, 01483 281088

01372 374769 Providing quality care and education while promoting learning through play in a relaxed atmosphere for 2 to 4 year olds.

Sessions are Monday-Friday 9.15am-12.15pm Sessions FREE for children the first term after their 3rd birthday.

Please call for further information and to arrange a visit.

OFSTED inspected

Registered Charity No.1044300

Contact Jacqui Batchelor 07989 638089 or littlepeoples@hotmail.co.uk for further information or to arrange a visit.

Elmdon Nursery School Elm Croft, Woodfield, Ashtead (est. 1987) A bright, homely nursery school for 2½ - 5 year olds offering a stimulating approach to the Early Years Foundation Stage, within a relaxed friendly environment.

* Dedicated, experienced staff * Exciting activities both inside and out * Mornings, afternoons, full days * Summer holiday fun days * Childcare vouchers accepted Enq: Hilary Wilkinson (Mont. Dip) T: 01372 273854 E: hilwilk@hotmail.com

The Village Nursery Playgroup, Whiteley Village, 2½-5 yrs, 01932 844671

West End Playgroup, Esher, 2-5yrs,

The Wells Pre-School, Epsom, 2½-5yrs, 01372 725952

West End Playgroup, West End, Esher

The Willows Pre-School, grounds of Lovelace Primary, Chessington, 2-5yrs, 07905 805187

West Ewell Nursery, 3yrs +,

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A warm, happy stimulating environment following the Foundation stage curriculum For children 2 to under 5 years Monday to Friday 9.00am - Noon Monday and Thursday 12.45pm - 2.45pm Optional lunchtime club Monday to Friday Noon - 1pm West Street, Ewell Village 07713 354631 OFSTED INSPECTED

01372 469157 (am/pm sessions), 01372 469157 020 8393 2417

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Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Primary and Secondary Schools Primary Schools

Meadow Primary School, Stoneleigh, 020 8393 4839

The Orchard Infant School, East Molesey, 4-7yrs, 020 8979 2945

Nonsuch Primary School and Nursery Class 3+, Stoneleigh, 020 8393 9209

The Royal Kent C of E Primary, Oxshott, 4-11yrs, 01372 842495

Oakfield Junior, Fetcham, 7-11yrs, 01372 374781

The Vale Primary School, Langley Vale, 4-11, 01372 273639

Oatlands School, Weybridge, 4-7yrs, 01932 843990

Wallace Fields Infant, Ewell, 4-7yrs, 020 8394 0647

Polesden Lacey Infant, Great Bookham, 4-7yrs, 01372 456533

Wallace Fields Junior, Ewell, 7-11yrs, 020 8393 0350

Raleigh Primary, West Horsley, 5-11yrs, 01483 282988

Walton Oak Primary School, Waltonon-Thames, 4-11yrs, 01932 259604

Riverview C of E Primary and Nursery, West Ewell, 4-11yrs, 020 8337 1245

West Ashtead Primary, West Ashtead, 4-11yrs, 01372 272082

Castle Hill Primary School, Chessington, 4-11, 020 8408 8925

Southfield Park Primary, Epsom, 4-11yrs, 01372 743104

West Ewell Infant School and Nursery, West Ewell, 3-7yrs, 020 8393 2417

Chandlers Field Primary and Nursery, West Molesey, 3-11yrs, 020 8224 4731

St Alban’s RC Primary, East Molesey, 4-11yrs, 020 8979 5893

Secondary Schools

Cheam Common Infants, Worcester Park, 020 8337 4152

St Andrew’s C of E Primary, Cobham, 4-11yrs, 01932 863452

Cheam Common Junior, Worcester Park, 020 8337 1844

St Charles Borromeo Catholic Primary, Weybridge, 4-11, 01932 842617

Claygate Primary School, Claygate, 4-11yrs, 01372 465348

St Clement’s Catholic Aided Primary, Ewell, 4-11yrs, 020 8393 8789

Cleves School, Weybridge, 7-11yrs, 01932 224300

St Giles C of E, Ashtead, 4-7yr, 01372 272017

Cranmere Primary, Esher, 4-11yrs, 020 8398 5580

St James C of E Primary School, Weybridge, 4-11yrs, 01932 851762

Cuddington Community Primary School, Worcester park, 4-11yrs, 020 8716 2677

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary, Epsom, 4-11, 01372 727850

Ashley C of E Primary, Walton-onThames, 4-11 yrs, 01932 227695 Auriol Junior, Stoneleigh, Ewell, 7-11yrs, 020 8393 4721 Barnett Wood Infant, Ashtead, 4-7yrs, 01372 272701 Bell Farm Junior School, Hersham, 7-11yrs, 01932 224009 Burhill Infant School, Hersham, 3 7yrs, 01932 225836 Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School, Hersham, 4-11yrs, 01932 222536

St Lawrence C of E Junior, East Molesey, 7-11yrs, 020 8941 0846

Danetree Junior School, West Ewell, 7-11yrs, 020 8393 6406

Blenheim High School, Epsom,11-18 yrs, 01372 745333 Chessington Community College, 1118 yrs, 020 8974 1156 Epsom and Ewell High School, West Ewell,11-18 yrs, 020 8974 0400 Esher C of E High School, 11-16yrs, 01372 468068

ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL AND NURSERY PORTMORE WAY, WEYBRIDGE

www.stcharlesb.surrey.sch.uk OPEN TO ALL September 2012 Last nursery places available Daily 12.40—3.10 p.m.

NO FEES TO PAY Fully qualified Primary Teacher and Nursery Nurse Please contact 01932-842617 info@stcharlesb.surrey.sch.uk Hinchley Wood School and 6th Form Centre, 11-18 yrs, 020 8398 7161 Howard of Effingham, Effingham, 1118yrs, 01372 453694 Rosebery School, Girls only, Epsom, 11-18 yrs, 01372 720439 Rydens School, Hersham, 11-18yrs, 01932 242994

Glyn Technology School, Boys only, Ewell, 11-18yrs, 020 8716 4949

St Andrew’s Catholic School, Leatherhead/Ashtead, 11-18y, 01372 277881

Heathside School, Weybridge, 1118yrs, 01932 846162

Therfield School, Leatherhead, mixed, 11-18yrs, 01372 818123

COMPETITION!

St Lawrence County Primary, Effingham, 4-11, 01372 452870

Dorchester Primary, Worcester Park, 4-11, 020 8330 1144

St Martin’s C of E Infant School, Epsom, 4-7yrs, 01372 720337

Eastwick Infant School, Great Bookham, 4-7yrs, 01372 453672

St Martin’s C of E Junior School, Epsom, 7-11yrs, 01372 721996

Eastwick Junior School, Great Bookham, 7-11yrs, 01372 453277

St Mary’s C of E Primary, Chessington, 4-11 yrs, 020 8397 9597

Ellingham Nursery and Primary School, Chessington, 3-11yrs, 020 8397 3864

St Matthew’s C of E Infant, Downside, Cobham, 4-7yrs, 01932 863212

Epsom Downs Primary School and Childrens Centre, Epsom Downs, 01737 351396

St Paul’s C of E Primary, Chessington, 020 8397 3553

Epsom Primary School and Nursery, Epsom, 3-11yrs, 01372 720608

St Paul’s RC Primary, Thames Ditton, 4-11yrs, 020 8398 6791

Esher C of E Primary, 4-11yrs, 01372 463139

St Peter’s Catholic Primary, Leatherhead, 4-11, 01372 274913

Ewell Grove Infant and Nursery, Ewell, 3-7yrs, 020 8393 4393

Stamford Green Primary, Epsom, 4-11yrs, 01372 725383

Fetcham Village Infant School, Fetcham, 4-7yrs, 01372 373502

Thames Ditton Infant, Thames Ditton, 4-7yrs, 020 8398 5842

Grovelands Infant and Nursery, Walton-on-Thames, 3-7 yrs, 01932 227816

Thames Ditton Junior, Thames Ditton, 7-11yrs, 020 8398 3039 The Dawnay Primary, Great Bookham, 4-11yrs, 01372 456774

Hinchley Wood Primary, Claygate Lane, 4-11yrs, 020 8398 1310

The Greville Primary, Ashtead, 4-11yrs, 01372 274872

Long Ditton Infant and Nursery, 3-7 yrs, 020 8398 4398 Lovelace Primary School, Chessington, 3-11, 020 8397 3265

The Little Group, booster sessions for infant school age children, 01932 865538

Manby Lodge Infant School, Weybridge, 4-7yrs, 01932 851848

The Mead Infant and Nursery, Stoneleigh, 3-7yrs, 020 8393 0966

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Independent Schools Independent Schools Bloo House, for parents with an ethical conscience, Esher, 5-11yrs, 01372 477113 Bright Stars at Cranmore, Nursery for Girls and Boys, 2½+, 01483 280340 City of London Freemen’s, Ashtead, 7-18, Mixed, 01372 277933 Claremont Fan Court, Esher, 3-18yrs, Mixed, 01372 467841 Cranmore School, West Horsley, 3-13, Boys, 01483 284137 Danes Hill School, Oxshott, 3 -13yrs, Mixed, 01372 842509 Downsend School, Ashtead Lodge, 2 6 years, 01372 385439 Downsend School, Epsom Lodge, 2-6 yrs, 01372 385438

Moon Hall College Burys Court Leigh, Reigate, Surrey RH2 8RE 01306 611372

• Crested registered school for boys and girls aged 3-16 • Specialising in support for dyslexic children to GCSE • Full academic curriculum plus activities and outings • Expert support in English and Maths • Hidden talents nurtured • Happy school in a country setting Please call for a prospectus and visit our websites www.moonhallcollege.co.uk www.buryscourtschool.co.uk

Downsend School, Leatherhead Lodge, 2 - 6yrs, 01372 385437

Glenesk School, East Horsley, 2-7, Mixed, 01483 282329

Downsend School, Leatherhead, 6-13yrs, Mixed, 01372 372311

Hampton Court House, Coeducational, 3-16 yrs, 020 8614 0857

Emberhurst School, Esher, 2½-7+yrs, boys and girls, 020 8398 2933

Kingswood House, Epsom, 3-7 co-ed, 7-13+ yrs, Boys, 01372 723590

Epsom College, Epsom, 13-18, Mixed, 01372 821000

Manor House, Little Bookham, 2-16, Girls, 01372 458538

Ewell Castle Junior School, Ewell, 3-11, Mixed, 020 8393 1413

Milbourne Lodge, Esher, Co-Ed, 4-13yrs, 01372 462737

Feltonfleet School, Co-Ed, Day and Weekly Boarding, Cobham, 3-13yrs, 01932 862264

Notre Dame Prep School, Cobham, 2½-4 co-ed, 4-11yrs girls, 01932 869991

Sutton High School specialising in nurturing your little ones

Toddler Group

We are able to offer places to your little ones as soon as they turn 3 years of age and will nurture and encourage them in a friendly and happy environment.

Open Morning

Every Thursday morning, Term time only.

9.30am to 11am - Boys allowed too!

£3 per session including special activities and refreshments for parents and toddlers

Saturday 13th October 2012 10am to 12.30pm (no appointment necessary) Limited places available in our Nursery and Reception for September 2012 Daily School Bus Services from Croydon, Purley, Cousldon, Banstead and Wimbledon

Before and After School Care available for all Junior SM1 School girls fromwww.suttonhigh.gdst.net 7.30am to 6.30pm 86 Grove Road, Sutton, Surrey 2AL Personal tours of the school are available during the week.

For more information please call our Admissions Secretary on 020 8225 3001 or email her at admissions@sut.gdst.net 86 Grove Road, Sutton, Surrey SM1 2AL

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Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Independent Schools

EWELL CASTLE SCHOOL Achieving each child’s potential An Independent Day School. Junior (Co-ed 3-11 years) Senior (Boys 11-18 years)

learning is fun

Junior School Open Mornings

Wednesday 19th September 9.30-11.00am Wednesday 17th October 9.30-11.00am Tuesday 6th November 9.30-11.00am To register for an Open Day please call 01483 796040 or email registrar@tormeadschool.org.uk

Independent Day School for Girls 4-18 years

Open Morning - Saturday 13 October Individual tours available on request

Church Street • Ewell • Surrey KT17 2AW T: 020 8393 1413 • F: 020 8786 8218 E: admissions@ewellcastle.co.uk • www.ewellcastle.co.uk

Tormead School, Cranley Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 2JD Registered Charity No: 312057

www.tormeadschool.org.uk

Notre Dame School Early Years: boys and girls aged 2 - 4 Preparatory: girls aged 4 - 11 Senior: girls aged 11 - 18

Open Days

Thur 14th June 4.30 - 6.30pm Sat 6th Oct 9 - 12Noon

Cobham’s World Class Girls’ School from Nursery to University For a personal tour please call

Prep - 01932

869991

Senior - 01932

869990

Burwood House, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1HA headmaster@notredame.co.uk (Prep) headmistress@notredame.co.uk (Senior) www.notredame.co.uk Please tell advertisers you found them in the “Grapevine”

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Independent Schools

Scholarships available for 7+ entry. in September 2013.

Check our website for details.

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Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Independent Schools

Students engage in learning because they feel it is relevant and personal to them.

A variety of experiences allow students to interact with the world because not all learning takes place inside a classroom.

21st Century leaning tools are used and many languages are taught because citizens of the future will need to be multi-lingual communicators , comfortable with technology.

Imagine. ISL Surrey, an innovative international curriculum designed for your child’s future.

Recognized by OFSTED as one of the outstanding schools in the UK.

Sutton High School Early Years - Juniors - Seniors - Sixth Form

Open Morning

Saturday 13th October 2012 10am to 12.30pm (no appointment necessary)

Our girls will take you on a tour of the school and you will have the opportunity to meet Mrs Cooper, Head of Junior School Is your daughter looking for a place in Reception in September 2012?

We have limited places available in our Reception Classes for entry in September 2012. Please contact us for more information and an application

Toddler Group Every Thursday (term time only) 9.30am to 11.am - Boys allowed too! £3 per session including special activities and refreshments for parents and toddlers

86 Grove Road, Sutton, Surrey SM1 2AL

Daily School Bus Services from Croydon, Purley, Cousldon, Banstead and Wimbledon

Before and After School Care available for all Junior School girls from 7.30am to 6.30pm For more information please call our Admissions Secretary on 020 8225 3001 or email her at admissions@sut.gdst.net

www.suttonhigh.gdst.net

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Independent Schools, Tutoring Independent Schools continued Notre Dame Senior School, Cobham, 11-18, Girls, 01932 869990 Parkside, Stoke D’Abernon, 5 -13, Boys, 01932 862749 Reed’s School, Cobham, Boys (Girls in Sixth Form), 01932 869044 Rowan Preparatory School, Girls 2-11yrs, Claygate, 01372 462627 Shrewsbury Lodge, Esher, 3-8yrs (Nursery+), 01372 462781 St Christopher’s School, Epsom, 3-7, Mixed, 01372 721807 St George’s College Junior School, 3-11yrs, Weybridge, 01932 839400 St George’s College Nursery and Junior School, Weybridge, 3y+, 01932 839400 St Johns School, Leatherhead, 13-18, 01372 373000 The Cornerston School, Epsom, 5-16, Mixed, 01372 742940 The Danesfield Manor School, Walton-on-Thames, 2-11yrs, mixed, 01932 220930 Weston Green Nursery and Prep School, 3-8yrs, mixed, 020 8398 2778 Westward Preparatory School, Walton-on-Thames, 3-11 yrs, mixed, 01932 220911 Yehudi Menuhin School, (music school) Cobham, 9-18, Mixed, 01932 864739

International Schools ACS International, 3-19, Mixed, Cobham, 01932 867251

Specialist Schools St Philip’s School, mixed, Chessington, 11-19yrs, 020 8397 2672 Walton Leigh School, for Special Needs Children, Hersham, 01932 223243 West Hill School, L’Head, 11-16yrs, with learning difficulties/Autism, 01372 814714 Woodlands School, Severe Learning Difficulties, L’head, 2-19, 01372 377922

Sixth Form Colleges Esher College, Weston Green Road, Thames Ditton, 020 8398 0291 North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT), Ewell, 020 8394 1731

Tutoring, standard school subjects A Star Reading, for children struggling with literacy, 5yrs+, 01932 246531 Achieve, experienced, effective lady tutor, maths for Key stage 2, 01372 362463

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MOON HALL SCHOOL FOR DYSLEXIC CHILDREN Holmbury St. Mary, Nr. Dorking

Maths Qualified Lady Teacher Experienced Friendly, Effective Primary to ‘A’ Level 07875 184765

(CReSTeD Cat DSP, BDA Corporate member, IAPS)

Unrivalled opportunities for dyslexic children aged 7 – 13yrs Unique relationship with Belmont Preparatory School.

Full time specialist teaching: 7 - 11 year olds English & Maths groups + 1-1 as needed: to 13 yrs Touch-typing,Dyslexia and Phono-graphix trained staff Contact: 01306-731464 enquiries@moonhallschool.co.uk www.moonhallschool.co.uk Amy Maddocks Tutoring, Maths and English, Walton-on-Thames area, 5-13yrs, 01932 240826 Ancient Greek and Latin Tutor (by Undergraduate), up to GCSE Level, 01372 378287 Ashtead area tutor, KS2 private entrance exams, SATS, 07821 583783 Ashtead Tutors, friendly, effective private tutoring, Ashtead, Cobham area, 01372 229186 Clare Batchelor (Computer) Training, in your home, any level, 01372 279519 Degree-qualified tutor has daytime vacancies, Maths/Eng, will travel, 07525 814761

Explore Learning, Maths and English, Cobham, 01932 500265 Explore Learning, Maths and English, Epsom, 01372 722994 Explore Learning, Maths and English, Walton-on-Thames, 01932 252033

Kumon Maths and English, Esher and Cobham, 01737 359812

First Class Learning, Maths and English Tuition, Esher and Hinchley Wood, 020 3021 3620

Kumon Maths and English, Fetcham, 01372 370164

First Class Learning, St James Parish Centre, Weybridge, 01483 728007 First Class Learning, Worcester Park, 020 8543 2649

DMB Enterprises, Tuition in Maths, Epsom area, 6yrs+, 07821 489541

Fleet Tutors, all subjects, all ages, 0845 644 5452

Dyslexia Tutor, does your child struggle with lliteracy? 01932 867949

French and English Experienced Tutor, beginners, exam coaching, 01372 722838

English as a foreign language, become confident using English, 020 8395 5394

Lady Maths Tutor, qualified, experienced and friendly, 07875 184765 Lady Tutor, for all primary school subjects, home visits, Elmbridge area, 07765 860230 Latin tutor, all levels, experience of Common Entrance, 07813 046058 MagiKats Maths and English Tuition Centre, Cobham, 0844 870 9896

Friendly Maths tutor for GCSE and A level exams, 020 8397 2568

Maths Tutor, Lady, all levels including ‘A’ Levels, Cobham, 01932 590422

English as a foreign language, Oxshott, 01372 842661

GCSE, AS/A Biology by experienced and qualified teacher, 020 8395 1015

Postal Phonics, fun courses, ages 3 to 8 years, 01483 487714

Experienced effective tutor, English/Maths/11+ exams, 5-11yrs, 07958 725107

Kumon Maths and English Classes, The Hook Centre, Chessington, 4 years upwards, 07982 190650

Primary Tutor, Literacy/Numeracy/ Dyslexia, Claygate, 07948 383828

Experienced Native French Teacher, Weybridge, 01932 848761

Kumon Maths and English, Epsom, 01372 722438

Private Tutor (female), KS3 and GCSE Physics, Chemistry, Science, Epsom, 07879 610742

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

Tutoring

Reading Therapist

Maggie Tanner BA(Hons), PGCE, PGDip.Counselling I use a new way of teaching reading, spelling and verbal intelligence.

• Free - an initial test, to show why a child is unable to read effectively and a short lesson to demonstrate how I will teach what is needed.

• A simple structured course of 12-15 hours that is easy to do and understand, which will bring a child to reading age.

• An original and stimulating course, designed to develop a child’s vocabulary, creativity, memory and thinking skills.

1 in 3 children struggles to read effectively.

Many children have poor verbal intelligence, reflected in their written work.

Tel: 01372 456013

maggie.tanner@virgin.net

Experienced Native French Teacher, all levels, Esher area, 01372 470164 French Tuition by qualified native speaker, all ages, all levels, Epsom, 07967 381276 French Tutor (female), all levels, Esher area, 07828 191746 French Tutor, Qualified (Oxon, Cantab) teacher, 01372 722267 German and Latin Lady Tutor, all levels, 020 8397 2568 German Tuition, lady tutor, native speaker, all levels, 01372 458888 German Tuition, qualified lady teacher, 11-16yrs, 020 8398 1659 German tutoring, beginners to A level, Epsom area, 07724 856870 Language Classes, French Tutor, 2yrsAdult, indiv/group, 020 8224 5672

Guitar/MusicTuition, all grades/styles, 5yrs+, 07930 364309

Le Club Francais and Club Espanol, Leatherhead, Epsom, Ewell, 01737 362334

Lady Music Teacher, Strings and Piano, Epsom Downs, 01737 359016

Le Club Francais and El Club Espanol, many areas, 3-11yrs, 020 8979 4586

Music Tuition, held in Hersham, many instruments and singing, 01932 244038

Qualified French/Italian Tutor, all levels inc. A Levels, 01932 989394

Oboe, Piano, Theory Lessons. Phone Gwenllian, 07977 972657

Instrumental and Vocal Tuition

Surrey Singing School, Singing Performance, Esher, 01932 221542

Dido Xenakis Bmus GSMD, Violin/ Piano tuition, all ages, 01737 211978

Suzuki violin lessons in your home, qualified teacher, Walton-on-Thames area, 07754 567582

Guitar Tuition, based in Oxshott, 01372 844054

Violin, Viola, Piano, Theory-Lady Teacher, all ages, 020 8397 1716

From America - the Writing CLAW As any parent will tell you, learning to write correctly is a challenge for most young children. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce the Writing CLAW, a genuinely innovative, never-seen-before gripper which is guaranteed to give a true tripod grip consistently.

How it works: the flexible CLAW covers the thumb, index and middle fingers and has a hole in the centre for a pen, pencil or crayon to fit. This way the fingers are gently coaxed into the right position every time the child writes.

Qualified lady tutor, 5-11y, Maths/ English, 7+ 11+ tuitition, 01372 467194

Tuition from experienced English teacher, CE, GCSE, AL, 020 8974 9330 Wemms Maths Unlimited, GCSe, A Level classes, 01372 276499

Reading Therapist, Maggie Tanner, a new way of teaching, 01372 456013

Winchmore Tutors, one-to-one, intervention work, general catch up classes, 01372 748 3725

Science Tutor, All Levels, Esher, 1118yrs, 020 8398 7365 Southern Tutors, various subjects from 6yrs+, 01372 723947 Sumtastics, the first ever multisensory maths club, 01285 740196 The Reading Chest, rental service specialising in books for children 4 to 9 yrs, 0844 3356941

Foreign Language Tuition Ancient Greek and Latin Tutor, up to GCSE Level, 01372 378287 El Club Español, Bookham, 4-8yrs, 01372 750452

The CLAW is being used in schools, occupational therapy & homes across America, with great success. It encourages children to develop good writing habits and those with special needs can focus on handwriting instead of the mechanics of pen holding.

Sizes and Prices: Small - for 3-6yrs, in blue, lime green, orange, yellow, purple, pink and red, £6.99 for a pack of 5 Medium - 6-12yrs, in red and blue, £7.70 for a pack of 5 Large - 12yrs - adult, in red and blue, £8.50 for a pack of 5 (Discounts available for school bulk orders)

To buy the Writing CLAW, or for more information, call 01892 862311 or email mccout06@aol.com.

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THINGS TO DO

... in the Summer

The Ashtead Kids Club Ashtead Youth Centre, Barnett Wood Lane, Ashtead, KT21 2BZ 23th July to 31st August.

4 to 11 years.

Toys, large indoor play area, open space, sports, cookery, outdoor learning environment, quiet area, snacks & drinks provided, supervised pack lunches, TV & DVD, visits & outings.

8.00am to 5.30pm.

Call 07956 185167

BOCKETTS FARM PARK 21st July - 2nd Sept Summer Farm Fun!

27th Oct - 4th Nov Wizards & Witches Week!

› The Animal Passport Trail › Meet the Tractor › Panning for Gold

Visit our

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› Hundreds of Pumpkins › The Reptile Roadshow › Spooky Quiz & Creepy Crafts

Pony Ride Tractor Rides, s, Pig Racing & more!

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(max 5 people) valid from 1st July - 26th October 2012.

Only with this voucher.

Kids Clubs’ Esher College Kids Club 6th to 10th August 5 to 10 years.

A wide range of fun activities including: Arts & Crafts, Trampoline, Football, Badminton, Mini Olympics, Ultimate Frisbee, Rounders, Basketball, Netball, Dodge Ball. 9.30am and to 3.30pm Call 020 8335 2544

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Chessington Kids Club Castle Hill Primary School Buckland Road, Chessington, Surrey KT9 1JE 23th July to 17th August 4 to 11 years.

Recreational activities, sports, arts and crafts, creative play team games.

8.30am to 3.30pm Call 020 8397 2023

Shout! Holiday Activities 23rd July to 24th August.

Chandlers Field School, High Street, West Molesey, KT8 2LX 6th to 10th August.

King Georges Hall, High Street, Esher, Surrey KT10 9RA 5 to 13 years.

Choose between organised activities and free play. You can play sports and games or you can be creative. There is even a chillax room where you can read books, play board games, watch a movie or have a chat with friends. 10am and 4pm Call 01372 474634 SCL’s Holiday Courses Wallace Fields Infant School, Ewell, Surrey 23rd July to 31st August 4 to12 years. A variety of activities including multi sports, outdoor adventure games, indoor party games, arts and crafts, disco dancing, face paints, cooking, movies

and munchies and Soccer Camp. 10.00am to 4.00pm.

Monday to Friday, option of an extended day Contact 0845 644 5747

Sports Twenty 20 Cricket Camp Epsom Cricket Club Memorial Ground, Woodcote Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7QN 25th to 27th July,30th July to 3rd August and 2nd to 24th August 6 to 15 years.

Cricket based Multi-Sports camp with DT Sports Coaching from 10.00am to 4.00pm extended day option Call 08455 202029 ESG Tennis Camp and Multi Sport Camps, Leatherhead Leisure Centre 16th July to 24th August, 3rd to 7th September Tennis camp 10.00am to 4.00pm.

5 to 16 years Multi-Sport camp 8.30am to 4.30pm and Avorians Cricket Club, Pavilion, Convent Lane, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1HB 9th July to 7th September 5 to 12 years.

Tennis camp - 10.00am to 4.00pm. 5 to 16 years MultiSport camp - 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Call 0800 0430707

Please check with the organiser before you set out.

Every care has been taken compiling this list of activities and family events, however changes can occur and the editor accepts no responsibilty for amendments or cancellations.

Schemes, camps, Family Days Out Win a one day adventure activity for one child with The Adventure Zone (TAZ) We offer one and two day holiday activities for children aged between 8 and 16 at High Ashurst, our outdoor learning centre near Dorking.

Activities include climbing and abseiling, multi activity days and lots more.

Enter the draw by emailing your name, phone number, postal address and where you picked up the Family Grapevine to genevieve@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk by midnight 31st July.

The winner can use their prize in the summer holiday or October half term 2012 Full terms available at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/mid-surrey Surrey Outdoor Learning & Development www.surreycc.gov.uk/outdoorlearning

Get ready, Set, Shout, Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex, Walton on Thames Surrey KT12 2JG 23rd to 27th July and 6th to 24th August 5 to 13 years.

Each day our Multi-Sports staff will put on a variety of sport challenges for you to try and you will also have different sports coached by professionals. Golf, Athletics, Badminton, Squash, Swimming, Volleyball, Judo, Chelsea FC. 8.30am and 5.30pm.

Call 01372 474634 Elmbridge’s Inclusive Sport Course for teenagers with disabilities- Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex 30th to 31st July 10.30am to 3.30pm.

13 to 19 years.

In partnership with White Lodge, Elmbridge Borough Council is offering a 2-day inclusive sport course.

Experience coaching in athletics, basketball, boccia, football, handball and judo. The courses will close with a medals ceremony.

For bookings contact Vicki Dickson at White Lodge on 01932 577961 Quality Quad Biking Apps Court, Walton on Thames 7th August: 10am to 12.30pm 1pm to 3.30pm.

6 to 13 years.

Learn the skills and techniques to ride one of these 4-wheeled all-terrain vehicles. Each child will ride a quad bike suitable for their age so they will have the most fun!

Call 01372 474634 Daytona Junior Karting Sandown Park, Sandown Park.

More Lane, Esher, Surrey KT10 8AN 8 to 15 years – junior drivers must be at least 125cm tall (4 feet 1 inch).

Kart racing is the best and safest way for young people to learn the disciplines of motor sport. In fact, you will find that most successful racing drivers today began their careers in this exciting field. Daytona Sandown Park offers our Indy circuit as a specially-designed ‘junior’ track that enables aspiring racers to learn the craft in a safe, yet challenging, environment.

Contact 0845 644 55 02 Cranfield Golf Academy, Sandown Park. More Lane, Esher, Surrey KT10 8AN Throughout the year and in holidays, 6 to 15 years.

The lessons last for 60 minutes with a maximum of 8 children in each group.

Call 0137 246 9260 Shetland Pony Club Summer Camp, Blue Bell Lane, 79 Stoke Road, Stoke

D’Abernon, near Cobham, Surrey, KT11 3PU 23rd to 26th July to 6th to 16th August 6 years+.

Children can experience what having your own Shetland Pony is really like. Ride across our beautiful meadows, playing gymkhana games, natural horsemanship.

Monday to Thursday from 9:30am to 4.00pm.

Call 01372 844077 Incredible London 2012 The Cecil Hepworth Playhouse, Walton on Thames 9th August 9.30am to 4.30pm 8 to 12 yr Ever dreamt of taking part in the most prestigious sporting event in the world? Pick your team name, logo and make up your team chant for our very own opening ceremony!

With two professional actors, devise a drama piece inspired by the most exciting sporting competition ever .

Workshops Stagecoach Summer Workshop, Blenheim High School, Longmead Road, Epsom 23th to 26th July 7 to 18 years - FAME A week of Singing, Dancing and Acting with a performance at the end.

4 to 6years We're Finding Nemo, a week of Singing, Dancing and Acting with a Performance at the end of the week. Sibling discounts Call 01932 784001 Stagecoach Summer Workshop, Leatherhead Trinity School Woodville Road Leatherhead 23rd to 26th July, 4 to 7 years and 7 to 18 years.

A week of Singing, Dancing and Acting. We put on a show in just four days.Sibling discounts.

Call 020 8394 2244

Please check with the organiser before you set out.

Every care has been taken compiling this list of activities and family events, however changes can occur and the editor accepts no responsibilty for amendments or cancellations.

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Children's Children's Theatre Theatre Near Near You You Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher King Arthur & the Sword in the Stone

King Arthur & gates the Sword the Stone Friday 13 July, openin 5.30pm for workshop and picnics, Friday 13 July,starts gatesatopen performance 7pm.5.30pm for workshop and picnics, performance starts at 7pm.

Macbeth by The Lord Chamberlain's Men Macbeth

by The LordGates Chamberlain's Sat 14 & Sun 15 July. open 6pmMen for picnics, Sat 14 & Sun 15 July.atGates performance starts 7pm open 6pm for picnics, performance starts at 7pm All tickets: Adults £14, Child £7, Family (2+2) £35. Tel 0844 249 All tickets: Adults £14, Child £7, Family (2+2) £35. Tel 0844 249 1896 or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events 1896 or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/events

Shakespeare Festival at Clandon Park & Shakespeare Festival at Clandon Park & Hatchlands Park, Guildford Hatchlands Park, Guildford Midsummer Night’s DreamGuildford Shakespeare company

Midsummer Night’s Dream- Guildford Shakespeare company 6.30-9pm, matinee matinee Thu Thu 22 Aug Aug1.30-4pm.

1.30-4pm.£19 £19adults, adults, 1-3 Aug, 6.30-9pm, members, £12 £12 child, child, NT NTchild childmembers members£9. £9. £16 NT adult members, Hatchlands Park Workshops 14-16 14-16 August, August,Clandon ClandonPark Park(all (all ages) Shakespeare Workshops ages) 01483 444334, 444334, www.visitguildford.com www.visitguildford.com Booking essential: 01483 book the the restaurant restaurant -01483 -01483222502 222502 Bring a picnic or book

You're never far away from us, so come along for a visit

www.nationaltrust.org.uk Registered charity No. 205846.

outdoors Polesden Lacey Make the at most of being outdoors at Polesden Lacey Get wild on Wednesdays in August

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Aug Get wild on Wednesdays in August A different activity every week, from bug hunting 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Normal Aug to den building. admission applies, plus £4 per child.

A different activity every week, from bug hunting to den building. Normal admission applies, plus £4 per child.

Plus: 50 things to do before you're 11 3/4 Pick up your free scrapbook and enjoy some of the 50 best things the outdoors can throw at you.

Find out more on 01372 452048 www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesdenlacey Registered charity No. 205846.

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Dandelion Theatre Arts Workshops, The Vale Primary School, Beaconsfield Road, Epsom, KT18 6HP. 6th to 24th August 4-11 years Three drama, dance and song workshops for children; fun and fabulous!

Call: 01737 215749.

One Direction- Make the Band Day King George’s Hall, Esher 25th July 9.30am to 5pm .

5 to 13 years.

Make your own band! Sing and dance to the hits of One Direction with the help of the experts from Outside the Box Dance Company. Choose the song and learn dance moves!

Call 01372 474634

Make Me Workshops, The Medicine Garden, Downside Road, Cobham, Surrey KT11 3LU 23rd July Super Kids - Secret Ingredients to Self Confidence Workshop A fun & creative workshop that helps shy and introvert children discover that confidence is a way of being that can be learnt with a bit of practise. This workshop will mean different things to different children. Whatever it is, your child will come away feeling as if they’ve discovered something new about themselves and their life.

Call 07810 540242

Theatrebugs Drama 30th July to 3rd August 9am to 12pm.

Christ Church, Epsom Common, Christ Church Road, Epsom , KT19 8NE 13rd to 17th August 1.30pm to 4.30pm. United Reformed Church, Speer Road, Thames Ditton, KT7 0PN 6th to 10th August 9am to 12pm. 6 St Andrews Church, Oakshade Road, Oxshott KT22 0LE Ages 3½ to 8 years.

One to five fun filled days of acting, singing, dancing, arts and crafts and dressing up.

The children become pirates, fairies, superheroes, maybe even kangaroos!

Call 01483 882244 Healthy Cookery Day King George’s Hall, Esher 14th and 15th August 12pm to 4pm.

5 to 8 years.

This is your chance to learn some junior masterchef skills with our health professional.

Make a selection of dishes for your lunch and then afterwards you can cook dinner for all your family.

Call 01372 474634

London 2012 Works King George’s Hall, Esher 27th July 9.30am to 3.30pm.

5 to 7 years.

Take a journey with the Hobgoblin Theatre Company and create themed crafts; make medals, wreaths and torches then play games inspired by London 2012.

Pedal Power Arts and Crafts King George’s Hall, Esher 26th July 9am to 5pm.

5 to 13 years.

Elmbridge Celebrates the Olympic Cycling Road Race this weekend and Time Trial next week with a day of themed arts and crafts to get your spirits racing. Our Playworkers will inspire you to make creations inspired by cycling. Decorate your helmet, give your trainers dazzling colours, design your t-shirt and much more.

Children should bring their own helmet, trainers and plain coloured t-shirt.

Call 01372 474634

Call 01372 474634

Please check with the organiser before you set out.

Every care has been taken compiling this list of activities and family events, however changes can occur and the editor accepts no responsibilty for amendments or cancellations.

Schemes, camps, Family Days Out Michael Jackson Legend Dance King George’s Hall, Esher 3rd August 9.30am to 5pm.

5 to 13 years. He was a legend, an icon and a pop genius!

The King of Pop has come to Shout! this summer. You have the chance to learn his trademark moves and dance like a ‘Smooth Criminal’ with professional tuition. You will learn how ‘MJ’ choreographed his dance routines, practice and hone your technique.

Call 01372 474634

map and compass, build a den out of whatever you can find.

Light a fire, cook your snack then do a water test with the camp instructor. Have lunch in your camp, make a stretcher to carry your friends down the alpine valley. Complete the blind folded trial and discover how to track animals such as badgers, woodpeckers and rabbits. Stalk your prey in a water pistol game and finish by making sand sculptures.

Call 01372 474634

Fairytales Day King George’s Hall, Esher 31st July 9.30am to 4.30pm.

5 to 9 years.

Spend a day at Fairy School!

After you have had a fairy makeover you will meet our kind fairies who will guide you through a very magical day. They will teach you how to make fairy dust and fairy dancing. Adopt a fairy too and receive a certificate. Each child will have a fantasy photoshoot with the shots available to purchase as a keepsake.

Call 01372 474634

Den Building and Fire Skills Meet at the noticeboard in the car park of West End Recreation Ground, West End Lane, Esher 10th August 10am to 2pm.

Ages 7 to 12 years.

Take a wander across the Esher Commons and pick up all the things you will need to build a den in the woods.

Build the perfect fire for cooking your jacket potato and then leave no trace that you were ever there! This day will be entirely outdoors, please dress your children appropriately.

Call 01372 474634

Explore!

Summer Explorers Camp, Painshill Park, Portsmouth Road, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1JE 30th July to 3rd August and 6th to 17th August, 8 to 13 years.

Have a wild time this summer, with den building, woodland craft, campfires, treasure hunts and extreme adventures, 9.00am to 4.30pm.

Call 01932 868113 Survive Painshill Painshill Park, Cobham 30th July 9am to 4pm.

7 to 12 years Explore the woodlands of Painshill Park learning forest skills. Find your way to the sheltered woods with your

Cobham Wildlife Holiday Camp.

The Guide Hut, Stoke Road, Stoke D’ Abernon, KT11 3BH 16th July to 24th August, 4 to 12 years.

Activities include den building, arts and crafts, dancing, nature and wildlife, outside visits, outdoor activities. 09.00am to 4.00pm, Sibling discounts. 8.00am early start available Bookings call 07765 154962 Hobbledown at Horton Park Children’s Farm, Epsom A unique farm park adventure inspired by a book - a story of mischief and adventure.

See for yourself!

Please check with the organiser before you set out.

Every care has been taken compiling this list of activities and family events, however changes can occur and the editor accepts no responsibilty for amendments or cancellations.

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Just A few

Family Days Out...

Family Fun Painshill Park, Portsmouth Road, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1JE Birds of Prey Flying Display 19th August, 2pm till 4.00pm.

Come and see a fantastic range of birds of prey. From Owls and Hawks to Falcons and Eagles the Henfold Birds of Prey are an amazing sight. Learn all about these fascinating creatures and enjoy flying displays which include audience participation. Cost: Included in normal admission price Call 01932 868113 Summer Fun on the Farm Bocketts Farm, Young Street, Fetcham, Surrey KT22 9BS 21st July to 2nd September.

Enjoy a great day out at Bocketts Farm this summer with a full programme of fun activities!

Children will enjoy the animal passport trail as they collect stamps from the various stations around the farm to take home. They can also meet ‘Fergie’ the real tractor and sit inside for a photo!

Other activities include pony rides, tractor rides, animal handling, goat milking and our famous pig racing!

In addition, the NEW Small Animal Village and Big Animal Barn are open where you can meet and feed all of the friendly farm animals. Plus, don’t miss out on panning for Gold in the Last Chance Mine to take home a souvenir medal!

With 2 large indoor play barns, trampolines, young driver’s area, sandpits and a giant jumping pillow, there's plenty to keep the whole family amused! The Old Barn Tearooms serving homemade hot food, drinks and snacks, and brand new Gift Shop selling a wide range of gifts and toys, are open all day

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Elmbridge Celebrates Play Day 2012 At the Play Boats, behind East Molesey Cricket Club, Hurst Park, East Molesey 8th August 11am to 4pm.

Any age, no need to book, just turn up with your family and play.

Spend a free family fun play day by the river with us celebrating London 2012!

The annual national celebration of children and young people’s right to play is back.

What will be happening? * Join in arts and crafts *Energetic and active sports * Cooling water games *Spider Mountain *Silent disco *Make refreshing smoothies and fruit kebabs * Have a picnic *Build cardboard cities and much more...

This is a family event and children should be accompanied by an adult.

Call 01372 474634 Elmbridge Celebrates Elmgrove Play Picnic Elmgrove Recreation Ground play area, Walton on Thames 16th August 11am to 3pm.

Any age Free, No need to book, just turn up with your family and play! A free day for all the family to spend in your local park with our Playworkers.

Try out the natural play equipment and have lots of adventurous fun. Bring a picnic and enjoy the outdoors playing games and sports, creating giant arts and crafts, making smoothies and fruit kebabs, decorate biscuits, play with water, face paint your friends and more. How you play is up to you! Please use Highfield Road entrance.

This is a family event and children should be accompanied by an adult.

Call 01372 474634

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The World’s largest network of Paintball centres is offering 2 packages for up to 5 people each, to include entry, equipment hire and 200 paintballs.

For a chance to WIN a great experience at the site near Cobham, answer this simple question:

“Who is the world’s largest provider of paintball games?”

To enter, please email your answer to: genevieve@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk, with Delta Force in the subject line, including your name, address and telephone number and where you picked up your copy of The Family Grapevine.

Closing date for entries 12th August 2012 Family Grapevine competition T & C’s www.thefamilygrapevine .co.uk/mid-surrey

Delta Force Small Print: This free prize cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.

Minimum age is 10 years.

This is a free offer and there is no cash alternative.

Additional paintballs can be provided on the day of the event.

This free offer does not include food.

Pre-bookings are essential – please call 0844 477 5050 All bookings are subject to availability.

You can find more events here www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/mid-surrey Go to the website to enter your own

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1st Weybridge Scout Hall, OPENING end 2012, Weybridge, 07931 945282

• Bouncy Castles and Slides • Obstacle Course • Mini Marquees • Gazebos and Awnings

All Saints Church, Little Bookham, 01372 456752 Ansell Hall, Walton-on-Thames (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750

Reliable Professional Affordable Tel: 01372 46 76 76 www.anytainment.co.uk

Bocketts Farm Park, Fetcham, own food parties and picnic barns, 01372 363764

St Christophers Church Hall, Hinchley Wood, 020 8398 6168

Bookham Baptist Church, Lower Road, 01372 811313

St George’s Christian Centre, Ashtead, 01372 813964

Bookham Youth Centre, Lower Road Bookham, 01372 453803

St Giles Church Hall, Ashtead, 01372 813964

Bourne Hall, Ewell, 020 8393 9571

St James Parish Hall, Weybridge, 01932 856399

Christ The Prince of Peace, Portmore Way, Weybridge, 01932 842643 Claygate Community Centre, 01372 463476 Cobham Village Hall, 01932 867870 Dell Lane Scout & Guide HQ, Stoneleigh, 0845 486 7777 Downside Village Hall, Downside Common Rd., Downside, Cobham, 01932 865414 East Horsley Village Hall, 01483 285019 Elm Grove Hall, Walton-on-Thames, (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750 Esher Friends Meeting House, for classes, Arts/Crafts, 01372 464881 Ewell Court House, Ewell, 020 8786 7400 Ewell Scout Hut, 020 8393 4406 Hersham Centre, 01932 246267 Hersham Village Hall, (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750 Hinchley Wood, Lynwood Scout and Guide HQ, 020 8398 4385 King George V Hall, Effingham, 01372 451925 King George’s Hall, Esher, (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750 Leatherhead Institute (between 9.3012.30), 01372 360508 Little Bookham Hall, Little Bookham Street, Little Bookham, 01372 454001 Lower Green Community Centre, Esher, 01372 815628 Mole Hall, West Molesey, (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750 Molesey Centre, 020 8979 5773 Peace Memorial Hall, Ashtead, 01372 272921 Scout Hut, Waverley Road, Oxshott, 01932 854411 St Andrew’s Church Hall, Oxshott, 01372 843918 St Andrews United Reformed Church, Walton on Thames, 07981 956505

BOUNCY CASTLES, DOUBLE LANE INFLATABLE SLIDES, Soft Play Animals, Ball Pools, Tables and Chairs & much, much more!

Party Bounce are 21 years old!!

We organise fabulous and exciting Children’s Parties, Wedding Celebrations, Festivals, Corporate Events, School / Village Fairs etc. etc Celebrate with us and receive 20% discount - existing customers (10% new customers) Plus a free bottle of champagne or non-alcoholic wine for our first 21 customers!! (promotion N/A June & July)

Free: Local Delivery/Collection and a Small Gift for the Birthday Child.

Open: 7 Days a Week.

St Johns Centre, Stoneleigh, 020 8393 2726 St Lawrence’s Church Hall, Effingham, all sorts of occasions, 01372 452942 St Mary’s Centre, Church Lane, Chessington, 020 8391 4551 St Michael’s Catholic Church Hall, Ashtead, 01372 272267 St Peter’s Church Hall, Hersham, 01932 227152 St. Mary and St. Nicholas, Leatherhead (tel.6-7pm only), 01372 811769 Stoneleigh Broadway Library, 0300 200 1001 The Harrier Centre, West Ewell, 020 8786 1994 The Parish Church of St Mary, Oatlands, Weybridge, 01932 226740 The Playhouse, Walton-on-Thames, (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750 United Reformed Church Hall, Bookham, 01372 800633 United Reformed Church, Cobham, 01932 864769 Vera Fletcher, Unique Victorian Hall, Thames Ditton, 08456 528529 Vine Hall, East Molesey, (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750 Walton Methodist Church Hall, 01932 229301 Walton Youth Centre, 01932 247569 Weybridge Centre, 01932 844391 Weybridge Hall, (Elmbridge hall hire booking line), 01932 254750 Whiteley Village Hall, Walton-onThames, 01932 842360

Party Room Hire - With Equipment Leatherhead Leisure Centre, great party venue, 01372 377674 Old Cranleighan, party rooms and equipment, Thames Ditton, 020 8398 3092 Ragamuffins Play Café, Sandown Golf Centre, Esher, on Sundays, 01372 469260

Book Early! Contact Bouncing Betty.

020-8399 5679 m: 0798 596 0420

e: Party.Bounce@btinternet.com w: www.party-bounce.co.uk

Party Supplies and Planners Abracadabra, costume hire and novelties, Ashtead, 01372 273829 Anytainment Bouncy Slides, Castles, Marquees, Canopies etc, 01372 467676 Apollo Party Hire, mini marquees, children’s party furniture, 01932 336899 Basically Balloons, for all occasions, 01932 880283 BBRS Inflatables, Assault Course, Slide, Gladiators, 020 8395 9902 Beautiful Helium Balloons, fun colours for all occasions, 020 8399 5679 Bookham Costume Galleries, 01372 452668 Boomerang Bouncers, Bouncy Castle Hire for Kids, 07519 519697 Bouncy Castles/Inflatable Slides/ Tables, Chairs, best quality, 020 8399 5679 Bugs Soft Play Hire, mobile soft play ideal for entertaining children!, 07855 804403 Cakes & Cones Bakery, Birthday Cakes, Cupcakes, Party Catering and more, 07877 387189

Cupcake Decorating Birthday Party, all you need delivered to your door, 07740 433606 Dixie Jane, sylish party supplies, buy online, collect from Leatherhead, 07977 319750 Helium Balloons, free local delivery including Sundays, call Kay, 07940 773873 JF Marquees- Delivering excellence on time and on budget, 07789 487901 Kiddi Olympics, inflatable assault course, your venue, 6yrs, 01932 770770 Party Bounce, quality Bouncy Castles and Slides, 020 8399 5679 Party Maker, Children’s Party Planning Service, 07919 386513 Party Planz, expert parties for 3-10yr olds, 07738 076493 Party Play Time, Ride on Train, Indoors or out, 1-5yrs, 01372 454291 Party Train, Roller Coaster Hire - Surrey area, 01932 854690 Tanya’s party bags, readymade professional party bags, 01428 770311 The Main Event Marquee Company, Marquees and Tents, 01932 866515 Toadstool Parties, children’s events company, for your party needs, 01932 988424

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Party Pages...Party Food, Entertainers Bouncy Castles, Slides, Ball Pools, Tables & Chairs etc.

Ideal for Children’s Parties and other occasions 020-8399-5679 www.party-bounce.co.uk Parachute, bubble show and bubble tower, dancing, balloon models, 0845 0504509 Playball GB, fun games to the theme of the party, 07984 770713 Playball, active parties for juniors, 07862 220857 Playball, multi-sports parties from ages 3-8years, Ashtead area, 07545 904852

Party Catering, Cakes Angeli Bakes, wonderful cakes for occassions, 07946 010996

Sumo Experience, fat-suit sumo wrestling parties, 7yrs+, 01483 825804

Biscuit Village, unique gifts for all occasions, boutique biscuit bakery, 0845 4636374

Craft and Art Parties

Creative Cakes, cupcake and children’s parties, 07854 825937

Ceramica, paint your own ceramics, Claygate, 01372 462447

Cupcakes and More - delicious cupcakes and muffins, 07740 433606

Childrens Themed Parties, Crafts, Characters, 3-12yrs, 0800 2343460

Darcy’s Cupcake Creations, also celebration cakes, 07904 127097

Diddy Doodles parties - themed crafts for 2-5years, 07715 169092

Divine Desserts, the finest cakes for any occasion, Esher, 07753 510212

Jazz It Up, Mobile Ceramics Painting, Guildford based, 07976 647507

Enjoy! Party and Event Catering, 020 8398 1998

Krafts4Kidz, Arts and Crafts parties, 07971 981879

Good Elf Fine Foods, all occasions catering, Stoke D’Abernon, 01932 860572

Let’s Make...Craft Parties, for 5-13 yrs, 020 8224 7408 Petite Sparkle Bead Parties, jewellery making, 5yrs+, 07545 576863

Active Parties

Pottery and Craft Studio, Thames Ditton, 020 8398 6681

A unique party experience, Mercedes Benz World, Weybridge, 0870 400 4000 Activities & Parachute Party by Vicky of Entertaining Acorns, 07722 334494 ActivKids, the party for energetic kids, 3-11yrs, 01483 769699 Campaign Paintball, 12+, Cobham, 01932 865999 Custardo, hilarious kids parties, circus workshops, balloons, 020 8542 9397 D&D Footie Focus, football themed parties, 2 to 15 years, 07969 669153 Darren Talbot Softball Cricket Parties, all year, girls and boys 5yrs+, 07912 644439 Delta Force Paintball, Effingham, 11+, 0844 477 5050 Go-Kart Party, all indoor venues for 4-10yrs, KT postcode area, 07889 706620 Kiddi Karts, Go Karts, 4-adult, 01932 770770 Nutty’s Children’s Parties, funpacked adventure parties ages 3-9, 07884050954 Painshill Park Landscape Gardens, adventure parties, Cobham, 4-12 yrs, 01932 868113

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Delicatessen and Catering Home Cooking and Ready Meals Catering and Party Food to Order Menus Available Family Owned and Run (offering good old fashioned service with a smile!) 01932 860572 42 Station Road, Stoke D’Abernon (opposite Cobham Station)

Splat Cooking, cookery parties for children 4yrs+, 0870 7668290 Teddy Stuff, No sew teddy bear kits & clothing for parties and gifts, 01932 269038

Cookery Parties Sassy Stirrers Cooking Parties, lots of themes to choose from, 07789 792676

Drama Parties Blue Jellybean Parties, drama and storytelling, 4-11yrs, 01306 885334 Drama games, dancing, story telling, balloon models, 0845 0504509 Enter Stage Right, 3yrs+, 01306 888404 Funsense Theatre, fun and inclusive shows and workshops, 07796 225934 PERFORM, Drama, Dance, Singing Parties for various age groups from 1yr+, 0845 400 4000 Stagecoach Parties for children aged 4 - 10 years old, 01932 256294

PLEASE support your local businesses

Theatrebugs, “Confidence through Creativity”, themed drama parties, 2-8 yrs, 01483 882244

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PARTY PAGES...Party Entertainers Farm and Animal Parties

Zeberdee

Bocketts Farm Park, Fetcham, catered children’s parties, 01372 363764 Equus Equestrian Centre, children’s pony parties, 01372 749490

When you invite Zeberdee to your child’s party, we ALL have fun spinning plates, performing magic tricks, juggling, playing games, singing songs & dancing.

My Unicorn Party and My Apache Pony Party, themed pony parties, 07527 354163

Tel: 0778 238 8495

Email: Zeberdee@f2s.com Website: www.zeberdee.com

Pony Magic, Pony Parties, ride and make friends with the special ponies, 07762 640703 The Shetland Pony Club, special birthday parties/tots treats, 2½-10yrs, 01372 844077

Mainly Magic Parties A1 Amazing Bitza the Puppet Pooch and Stevan, FUN and Magic, 020 8642 6388 Allsorts of Fun, Magic, Pirate, Knight, Spy parties, 07845 320001 Amazing Children’s Parties, fully guaranteed, 0800 0188118 Charlie Farley, Magic, Games, Disco, 020 8395 7929 Dotty Children’s Entertainer, magic, balloons, puppets, 01273 502744 Fez The Jezter, Magic Show, 0800 612 0089 Free Fizztastic Magic Parties 4+, 020 8390 4266

Face Painting, MakeOver Parties A C Faces, Parties, beads, makeup, facepainting, Epsom based, 07545 576863 About Faces, Face Painting, Body Art etc for all occasions, 07771 540240 Angel Face and Body Art, 07922 827271 Artyfacial Facepainting, for all events, 07766 088918 Crafty Faces, face painting, 3+yrs, 01737 351351 Disco Chics Parties, hair, face nail makeover, 07956 202481 Face Painting by Abigail, professional make-up artist, 01932 253273 Face Painting, Funky Hair and mini makeovers, 01737 789326 Face Painting, Temp Tattoos & Glitter Body Art, 07771 540240 Face painting, glitter tattoos, any kind of designs, 0845 0504509 Face Painting, Original and Creative Designs, 01932 259493 First Class Faces, professional face painting, 3yrs+, 01372 378637

First Class Faces Professional Face Painting Contact Julie on T: 01372 378637 M: 07729 610522 E: firstclassfaces@live.co.uk Sample work can be seen on my Facebook page

Ta Dah Faces Fabulous face painting and temporary tattoos.

Contact Emma on 07968 312011 or email info@tadahfaces.co.uk www.tadahfaces.co.uk

Flossie, Parties with Magic, Songs, Balloons, 3-8 yrs, 020 8647 9967 Jelly Kelly, female entertainer, comedy magic, balloons, face painting and more, 01932 706273 Jolly Dolly’s Magic and Disco Parties, 4-8 years, 07855 768986 Magic Marty, London, Surrey, Sussex, 0800 046 3939

Perfect pamper and spa parties for girls, 4-16 yrs, 07989 404256

Visage, face painting, temporary tattoos, special effects, 07549 808076

Spy Parties

 07845 320001

www.allsortsoffun.co.uk

Theo the Magician, Magic Circle, magical fun for all, 1yrs+, 020 8642 6519

Zeberdee’s Female Children’s Entertainer, Magic, Puppets etc, 07782 388495

Ta Dah Faces, face painting and temporary tattoos, 3yrs+, 07968 312011

Knights

Sparky, Parties with Magic, Songs, Balloons, 3-8 yrs, 020 8647 9967

Princesses and Popstars, fancy dress parties for girls, 4-14 years, 07717 101524

Magic Faces, face painting for parties and events, 020 8398 4138

Pirates

Mr Trickey, Magic, Balloons, Disco, Comedy, 020 8337 7746

Wayne Wonder, Magic, Games, Puppets & Balloons, 3-7yrs, 07845 418562

Sweet Faces, facepainting for parties Weybridge, 01932 848761

Magic Puppets Disco

Mr McDonut, for children’s magic parties, 01932 561722

Petite Sparkle Faces, for 3yrs+, 07545 576863

Special Effects and Tattoos, professional make-up artist, 01932 253273

SIR DANCEALOT

Jolly Dolly’s Magic!

Magic Circle Member Comedy Magic Show, Balloon Modelling, Mini Disco, Games & Prizes!

Stress Free parties for 4-8’s Call Alexandra Stevens on 07855 768986 www.jolly-dolly.co.uk email:jollydolly@mail.com

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PARTY PAGES...Party Entertainers

MR TRICKEY www.mrtrickey.co.uk CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINER Magic and Comedy Music and Games Guitar sing-a-long

THEO THE MAGICIAN Business Awards Winner 2012 “The Magic Circle & Equity”

Interactive Fun Magic for Children and Adults

Free Magic Wand & Certificate 4 Birthday Child & Free Gifts 4 All

07711 724129

www.magictheo.com

Balloon Modelling Disco and Lights Puppets and Ventriloquism Tel - 020 8337 7746 Mob - 07956 416769 (Equity member)

Music and Dance Parties Bellydance parties for children, Epsom and area, 07967 974119

Dancing, games, snow/ bubble machines, balloon models, 0845 0504509 Danzclub Parties, lights , music, dancing, glitter and funky hair, 07764 685197 Disco Chics, disco, hair and face makeup, 3yrs+, 07956 202481 Disco Divas, dazzling discos, activity parties from 2yrs to teens, 07778 122 277 Hip Hoppers Dance Parties, fantastic dance sessions, 07580 527477

Tiny Tunes, parties for little ones, 07977 585020 Tiny Tunes, parties, action songs, puppet, parachute, bubbles, 07977 585020

Call Nikki for details and bookings

01372 819159

Get Animated, create a story, build clay models, 07816 272744 Jabberjacks, imaginative parties for 2-7yrs, West Surrey, 020 3185 1003

Party Hands and Peppermint Feet, pamper, fairy, teen parties and more, 01372 210062

Pipsqueaks Parties, music & dance parties for children from 1-7 years, 07808 921113

Halloween Disco Tuesday 30th October 2012 Sold out 3 years running-call now to book!

Froggle Parties, Magic, Balloons, Puppetry, Games, 0-13yrs, 0845 0504509

JL, your teenage DJ, Disco’s and games for 5-11yrs, 01372 373844

Mr Trickey, Disco available, 020 8337 7746

* Sports Party * X Factor Party * Make-Over & Photo Shoot Party 1-16 yrs

Fairy Parties, dancing and fun!, 01737 789326

Mad Science - school activities and b’day parties 5-12yrs, 08454 757507

MAD Academy, Music and Dance Parties, 1-5yrs, 01372 210378

* MONSTER HIGH

Other Amazing Parties

Jay at Wizbiz, disco for 6-11yrs, female entertainer, 07904 469231

Jolly Dolly’s Disco Parties and Magic, 4-8 years, 07855 768986

* NEW PARTIES!

Star Lights has the absolute WOW factor!

Cheer UK Cheerleading and Dance Parties, 07799 636591

Dancestar parties, childrens dance parties 7yrs+, 07767 293984

* St Trinians * Olympic Party

Professional Dancers, Photographers, Chocolate & Juice Fountains, Bubble Machine, Confetti Blaster, Laser Lights, Games and Prizes!

Caterpillar Music, action songs, puppets, 0870 199 9090

Dancekids dance parties, 6yrs+, 07005 981501

Party Themes!

* Disco * Mama Mia * High School Musical * Hannah Montanna * Michael Jackson * Grease * Cheerleader and/or Basketball party! * Fabulous School Discos

Party Plan Events, we create fabulous themed parties, 07850 273440 Pauline’s Puppets and Punch and Judy, 01372 727153 Science Wizards, Birthday parties with a difference, 5-12yrs, 08456 521215 Toadstool Parties, themes, face painting and lots more, 01932 988424

It’s Party Time!

Memorable indoor golf parties by Professionals Contact Iain on 07815 003 549 info@kidsgolfparties.co.uk

www.kidsgolfparties.co.uk

SMP, mobile discos for all occasions, 07913 547377

Yoganory, yoga and story entwined, parties for 3-13 years, 07725 402650

Star Lights Disco, for under 10’s, Ashtead, 07525 945768

Soft Play Parties

Jumping Jacks Soft Play Centre Parties, on Sundays, Hersham, 01932 222812

Street dance/ Surfing parties learn to surf/ dance + craft, 07715 169092

Cheeky Monkeys Soft Play Parties, Thames Ditton, catered, 07749 506669

Jupiter Jo’s Softplay Centre, West Ewell, 0-10yrs, 020 8391 2004

Surrey Events, Disco, Firework Displays, Children’s Parties, 07748 555555

Dizzy Daisies, heaps of catered party fun, Oxshott, 07875 378220

Party at Piglets, great party venue, Saturdays/ Sundays, Hersham, 01932 241323

Kids Golf Parties, Memorable indoor golf parties by Professionals, 07815 003549

The Zone, The Ebbisham Centre, Epsom, 01372 846800

Little Sports Stars, Sports for Parties, 07722 334864

Theme Dance, dance routines to suit your party theme, 07884 184154

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Jellybugs, softplay parties, Bourne Hall and the Harrier Centre, Ewell, 07933 292464

Sport Parties Imber Court Sports Club, active/ sport parties for girls and boys, East Molesey, 07702 225043

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A - Z Children’s Leisure Activities Archery Atkins Archers, Epsom, 11yrs+, 020 8542 9044

Would you like to try something different?

Why not try & paint your own ceramics?

Chessington Bowmen, Juniors +, 020 8397 2603

www.monkeytheatre.co.uk

We make ceramic painting easy & fun for everyone!

Rivernook Bowmen, Walton-onThames, Juniors+, 020 8224 9734 Surrey Bowmen, Epsom Downs, 9yrs+, 01372 276612

Arts and Crafts Art classes and tuition, all ages, Horsley area, 01483 224007

Building confidence Learning performance skills Having fun! Classes for 7 – 15yrs Free trial sessions LAMDA tuition available

Our services include: Children’s birthday parties Baby footprints Evening sessions for adults Annual membership scheme Take home packs & gift vouchers

Call Jo on: 01932 248115 e: jo@monkeytheatre.co.uk

7 The Parade, Claygate, Esher KT10 0PD

Art Club, East Molesey, 7-14yrs, Saturday mornings, 020 8979 9603

Phone 01372 462447

Ink 2, art studio for 8-15yr olds who want to be inspired, Ashtead, 07794 690099 Kids Kits, Complete Craft Kits for 4yrs+, 01483 283308 Krafts4Kidz, Thames Ditton, 07971 981879

Ceramic Painting Studios

Weybridge Cricket Club, 6yrs +, 01932 842484

Ceramica, paint your own ceramics, Claygate, 01372 462447

Whiteley Village Cricket Club, Colts section, Hersham, 020 8949 9164

Jazz It Up, Mobile Ceramics Painting, Guildford based, 07976 647507

Picasso Art Club, Ashtead, 7-16 yrs, 01372 273160

The Pottery and Craft Studio, Thames Ditton, 020 8398 6681

Riverhouse Barn, After School Art Club, Walton-on-Thames, 8-14yrs, 01932 254198

Climbing and Caving High Sports, Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex, indoor climbing wall, 0845 363 1177

Riverhouse Barn, Saturday Art Club, Walton-on-Thames, 7-14yrs, 01932 254198

Cookery

Sew Times, sewing clubs for children and teenagers, 01932 701742

Little Cooks Club, preschoolers cookery classes, Weybridge, 01932 215936

The Ink Workshop, Art classes for 8yrs+, Bookham, 01372 818011

Athletics

Sassy Stirrers Cooking Club, several venues, 4-14 yrs, 07789 792676

Athletics Club, Harrier Centre, West Ewell, all ages, 020 8786 1994

Surrey Hills Cookery School, courses for teenagers, 07979 502645

Surrey County Athletic Association, 020 8393 8950

Cricket

Walton Athletics Club, 9+ yrs, 01932 225351

Darren Talbot Cricket Coaching, boys and girls, various venues, 7+yrs, 07912 873591

Badminton

East Molesey Cricket Club, Colts section, 020 8783 1489

Badminton, Ebbisham Sports Club, Epsom, for all ages, 01372 720647

Epsom Cricket Club, Juniors, 10+, 01372 271383

Leatherhead Badminton, Leatherhead Leisure Centre, all ages, 01372 377674

Esher Cricket Club Colts, 5-16yrs, 01372 462814

Moles Junior Badminton Club, Leatherhead Leisure Centre, 10-18yrs, 01372 372326

Imber Court Sports Club, term time lessons for girls and boys, East Molesey, 07702 225043

Basketball

Leatherhead and Cobham Cricket Club, 6+, 01372 802632

Elmbridge Basketball Club, under 13 and under 16, 01372 474581

Leatherhead Cricket Club, active colt section, for membership enquiries, 07954 785832

Elmbridge Juniors, U12, Xcel Centre, Walton-on-Thames, 01932 854919

Maori-Oxshott Cricket Club, 6+, 01372 843652

Epsom Basketball Club, for 6-18 yrs, 07828 234904

Ockham Cricket, Football and Social Club, all welcome, 01483 224224

Mole Valley Phoenix, U12, U14, U16, 07967 996661

Stewart Cricket Centre, Ewell Castle School, 020 8873 1593

Bowls and Pétanque Oxshott Village Sports Club, Petanque, 8+, 01372 843652

Stoke D’Abernon Cricket Club, Girls and Boys 7-17yrs, no telephone contact number

Cycling Pedal4Health, we teach cycle tuition for all ages, loan bicycles available, 07915 090571 Surrey County Council Cycling Information and routes, 03456 009 009

Dance and Theatre Arts Amanda Warwick School of Dance, (RAD) Horsley/Effingham, 2½yrs+, 01372 457274 Ashtead Ballet School, with RAD teacher, Ashtead, 3yrs+, 01372 272177 babyballet Song and Dance Academy Ltd, local venues nr Epsom, 6m-6yrs, 01737 227039 Blue Academy Streetdance and Drama, Langley Vale, 4-7yrs, 01306 885334 Carlo Rossi School of Dance, Waltonon-Thames, 01932 229643 Celia Andrews School of Speech and Drama,Weybridge, 5-18yr, 01932 226458 Chadsworth Stage School, Claygate, 2-16 yrs, 020 8398 8104 Cheer for Fun Cheerleading, Epsom, 4+yrs, 01342 892806 Children’s Dance Classes at Imber Court, Esher, 4-9yrs, 9yrs+, 07765 204950 Clandon School of Dance, West Clandon, 2½ yrs+, 01483 282506 Dance Education Centre and Weybridge Cheer Foxes, 5+yrs, 07770 727543 Dance Shack, Jazz, Street, Musical Theatre, L’Head, 4-18yrs, 07804 342888

Dandelion Theatre Arts, dance, sing, Ashtead, Langley Vale, 01737 215749 Ditton School of Ballet (RAD), 3yrs+, 020 8224 1075 Dream Dance Academy, Worcester Park, Leatherhead, 0208 644 1151 Elmbridge Xcel Leisure, Primary Ballet, ISTD Qualified, 5-7 yrs, 01932 260300 Elmbridge Youth Theatre, 15yrs+, 01932 229021

Dance4Miles, Worcester Park, Ballet from 5yrs , 07841 712074

Epsom Youth Theatre/Street Dance, Lintons Youth Arts Centre, 11-19yrs, 01372 722644

Dancebites, Street Dance, Bell Farm School, Hersham Rd., 11+, 020 8274 9962

Ewell Dance and Pilates, Ewell and area, ballet, tap & modern 2 ½ yrs+, 07817 760265

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A - Z Children’s Leisure Activities Dance and Theatre Arts continued Feetbeats, Ballet, Tap, Modern and Musical Theatre classes, 2 ½ +, Epsom, 07725 323786 Fitznells Music and Drama Centre, Ewell, 6-16 yrs, 07956 284172 Flair Gymnastics Cheerleading, Surrey Sports Club, Guildford, 08450 346 700 Flipside Dance, classes from the professionals, Cobham and Downside, 2-18yrs, 07759 502508 Footloose, Tap, Modern, Ballet, Acrobatics, Ashtead 5+, 01372 279961 Harmony Dance (RAD), variety of classes from 2½yrs, Ockham, West Horsley, 01483 222041 Leatherhead Theatre School, Drama, Musical Theatre, 6-16yrs, 01372 365141 Linkside Dance Studio, Leatherhead, 3yrs+, 01372 378398 Mini Dance, drama, music and movement, Epsom, 4-7yrs, 01737 211541 Monkey Theatre, acting in shows, games and stories, Walton-onThames, 7-15yrs, 01932 248115 New Evolution, dance troupe (StreetDance, HipHop), Esher Sat am’s.

14-15yrs, 07765 204950 Outside The Box Dance Company, Hersham, 07971 490216 PERFORM, Drama, Dance, Singing, many venues, 4-8 yrs, 0845 400 4000

The Yates School of Dancing Classes held in Stage~Tap ~ Ballet Disco~Adult Tap I.D.T.A. Exams Taken Tuesdays and Saturdays Classes in Weybridge Ring Jackie Trigg A.I.D.T.A. 01932 821534 or 01932 225207

Stagestars, Dance, Act, Sing, Ashtead, 3yrs+, 01372 271111 Star Theatre Arts, Performing Arts Theatre Workshop, Chessington, 5-16yrs, 020 8337 3746 Starfish, fun, creative dance, Cobham, up to 9 years, 07548 531409

Surrey Singing School, dance & drama, 5yr+, 01932 221542

Stage Studio Theatre School, United Reform Church, Thames Ditton, 3-16yrs, 07907 477135 Stagecoach Theatre Arts School, Hinchley Wood, 4-16yrs, 01932 254333

The Cuddington School of Dance, Stoneleigh, 2yrs+, 07834 698704 The Harrier Centre, Street Dance Classes for 5yrs+, West Ewell, 020 8786 1994 The Harrier Centre, Zumba for children, 020 8786 1994 The Jam Academy, Epsom, 2 ½ yrs to adult, 01372 807279 The Man in the Moon, Drama Workshop, Walton-on-Thames, 6-14yrs, 01428 751656 The Phillomena School of Dance, Epsom, 2½yrs +, 01342 892806 Theatre4Kids, Walton-on-Thames, 6-16 yrs, 0845 300 8554

Stagecoach Theatre Arts School, Leatherhead, 4-16yrs, 020 8394 2244

Theatrebugs, drama, music, dance, 1-8yrs, 01483 882244

Stagecoach Theatre Arts School, Weybridge, Walton, 4-16yrs, 01932 254333

Yates School of Dancing, Tuesdays and Saturdays, Weybridge, 01932 821534

Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Worcester Pk., 4-16yrs, 020 8224 2442

Young Ashtead Players, 12-18 years, 01372 279614

Stagecoach Theatre Arts, Epsom, 4-16yrs, 01932 784001

Youth Theatre Workshop, Epsom Playhouse, 020 8393 4416

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available - contact for dates

Susan Roberts Academy of Performing Arts, 2+, Weybridge, 01932 590441

The Biz Theatre School, Ebbisham Centre, Epsom, 8-16yrs, 01483 765548

RYPT (Riverhouse Young Peoples Theatre) for enthusiastic young actors, 16-21yrs, 01932 248115

 Easter and Summer Workshops

Susan Roberts Academy of Performing Arts, 2+, Cobham, 01932 590441

Pyjama Drama! Drama / Play, Ashtead, Cobham, East Horsley, Walton, to 7yrs, 0844 310 0619

Roshe School of Dancing, Claygate, 3-18yrs, 01372 464062

Worcester Park & Cheam - Lucy Moorby 0208 224 2442 worcesterpark@stagecoach.co.uk

Stepright, Strictly 4 Kidz, 12 week ballroom course, Esher, 6-10yrs, 07951 777541

The Big Act Theatre School, Drama, Dance, Singing, Epsom, 01737 211541

Rose Academy of Theatre Arts, St. Mary’s, Chessington, 2yrs+, 07918 683070

Epsom - Ellie Scott 01932 784001 epsom@stagecoach.co.uk

Stepright, Junior Ballroom Class, Esher, 10-14yrs, 07951 777541

Protègèm Dance School, Ruxley Lane, Ewell, 2yrs+, 01737 211109

Rosalle School of Dance, Bookham/ Fetcham classes, 3yrs +, 01342 325478

Leatherhead - Allison Malone 020 8394 2244 leatherhead@stagecoach.co.uk

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

A - Z Children’s Leisure Activities LINKSIDE STUDIOS FOR ALL DANCE TRAINING

Ballet ~ Modern ~ Tap

Classes for all ages from 3 years plus I.S.T.D. Examinations Classes held on Mondays and Tuesdays in Leatherhead

Telephone Fiona Frazer 01372 378398 or 07850 491749

THE PHILLOMENA SCHOOL OF DANCE Expert professional tuition for children of all ages Ballet, Tap, Theatre Craft, Freestyle/Street & Cheerleading

RAD Ballet ~ ISTD Modern ISTD Tap ~ Disco/Jazz Street Dance Drama & Musical Production * Adult Tap & Line Dancing * For more information & enrolment: alxsears@aol.com www.harmonydanceanddrama.co.uk 01372 454262 / 07970 622005 Alexandra Johnson BA (Hons) LRAD ARAD AISTD

COME ALONG FOR YOUR FREE TRIAL CLASS

(We are The Pink Ladies Cheerleaders)

Classes held in Epsom, Ewell, Tattenham Corner & Banstead.

New Classes in Crowhurst, Oxted now open.

All enquiries please to the principal:

LYNDA BLYTH-PHILLIPS 01342 892 806

www.phillomenadanceschool.co.uk

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THE PINK LADIES CHEERLEADERS Are you looking for something new and exciting for your child to do?

of Weybridge

Classes in Tap, Modern, Ballet, Street and Cheerleading from 2½ yrs

Then why not join one of Surrey’s Premier Cheerleading Squads...

Our ‘Cheer for Fun’ squads are open to children 5 yrs +

BASED IN EPSOM & TADWORTH All enquiries please to The Coach:

Lynda Blyth-Phillips

01342 892 806 www.phillomenadanceschool.co.uk

Home to Weybridge Cheer Foxes

www.danceeducationcentre.co.uk danceeducationcentre@hotmail.com 08456 520823 / 07770 727543

Playball GB, co-ordination skills for 2yrs+, Oxshott and Cobham, 07984 770713 Playball, Co-ordination Skills for juniors, 07862 220857

Effingham, West Horsley & Bookham

Rainbow Leisure Centre, active fitness sessions, Epsom, 11-15yrs, 01372 727277

RAD and ISTD registered Caring, professional tuition for all abilities Age 2½ to adult, majors, grades or just for pleasure.

Ballet, Tap, Hip-hop, Modern, Jazz, Piano and Singing Shows, Dance festivals, excellent facilities. Free ‘taster’- call now!

St George’s Hill Lawn Tennis Club, Junior Gym, 11-15yrs, 01932 843541

01372 457274 www.amandawarwick.co.uk

Yoga for children of all ages in Waltonon-Thames studio, 07957 656323

Pop and Theatre singing coaching - children and adults Rapid, easy progress - help for vocal problems Recording facility to make your own demos Exam and audition preparation - call now!

Yoga for Teenagers in Walton-onThames studio, 07957 656323 Yoganory “Yoga entwined with story” classes, 5-12yrs, 07725 402650

Football AFC Brooklands, boys/girls welcome, Weybridge, 5yrs+, 01932 345414 AFC Ewell, 7-17yrs, 020 8394 0490

Fencing Epsom Fencing Club, Beginners, Children/Adults, Epsom, 07799 346829

Brazilian Football, learn to play the Brazilian way, 01372 273505 D&D Footie Focus, coaching, ring for venues, 2 to 15 years, 07969 669153

Salle Poisson D’or - Leatherhead, 10yrs +, 01372 374624

Epsom and Ewell Parks Youth Football League, 01372 276678

First Aid Courses for Children

Epsom and Ewell Youth Football League, 01372 276678

British Red Cross, for Surrey area information, 0845 054 7222 St John Ambulance Badgers and Cadets, Surrey Info., 6-18yrs, 01483 567163 St John Ambulance First Aid and Care Courses, regional info, 01483 450000

Fitness and Exercise ActivKids, fun fitness classes in Surrey, 3-11yrs, 01483 769699 David Lloyd Brooklands, Weybridge, 01932 827900 Junior Gym, Leatherhead Leisure Centre, 11-15yrs, 01372 377674 MEND, FREE for 7-13 yrs who may be above their ideal weight, 020 7231 7225

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Ashtead Football Club, under 8’s -under 16’s, 01372 376932

Epsom Eagles, 7+, 01372 276097 Five-a-Side Court Hire, Effingham, 01372 451925 J4K Surrey, Goalkeeper Coaching, Leatherhead, 01932 561563 Leatherhead Leisure Centre, FA Mini Soccer Coaching, 5-13y, 01372 377674 Little Kickers, FA coaching for 2-5yrs, several venues, 01932 847439 Oxshott Royals, Avorians C.C, The Pavilion, Convent Lane, Cobham, 7-18yrs, Contacts on website Shooting Stars, Football for 5 year olds, Epsom, 01372 276979 Socatots, ball skills from 6mths -5yrs, several venues, 01372 273505 Surrey County Football Association, 01372 373543

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

A - Z Children’s Leisure Activities Fun for Special Needs Children

Girl Guiding Cobham District, 01932 864630

Adventurer’s Club, Elmbridge Mencap, learning disab. 5-18yrs, 01932 221304

Leatherhead Division Commissioner (and surrounding area), 01372 452046 Stoke D’Abernon Brownie Pack, 01932 863286

Disability Challengers Play Youth Scheme, Surrey 4-18 yrs, 01483 579390

Gymnastics

Disability Challengers, play and leisure, Surrey area, 01483 579390

Acorn Gymnastics Club, Harrier Centre, Ewell, 3yrs+, 07794 785683

Disability Sports, Surrey Sports Development Office (SCC), 03456 009 009

Backflip Performers, classes in Cobham and Weybridge, for 2-12 yrs, 020 8940 7998

Leatherhead and Dorking Gymnastics Club, Leatherhead, 01372 377718

Funsense Theatre, fun and inclusive shows and workshops, 07796 225934

The Harrier Centre, Gym Club, for 5-12yrs, West Ewell, 020 8786 1994

Funtastic, Saturday Activity Club, Leatherhead, 5-18 yrs, 01372 363300

Weybridge Gymnastics Club, boys & girls from 5-16yrs, 07944 580238

MENCAP Leisure Development, Surrey, 01737 230149

Health Clubs and Sports Centres

Mid Surrey Mencap, Playschemes, Parties, 01372 374555

Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex, Walton-on-Thames, 01932 260300

PHAB (Physically Disabled & Ablebodied) Epsom/Ewell, 8-18, 01372 729492

Leatherhead Leisure Centre, 01372 377674

Riding for the Disabled association, local County Chairman, 0845 241 4348

NESCOT Sports Centre, Ewell, 020 8394 3133

SPREAD, Surrey Sports and Recreation for Disabled, 01372 450647

Oxshott Village Sports Club, many sports/activies, 01372 843652

Surrey Scouts/Cubs/Beavers, Special needs advisor, 01483 429986

Sandown Sports Club, Esher, 01372 467133

The Life Train Trust, training/life skills for young people, 01306 730929

St George’s Hill Lawn Tennis Club, private members club, 01932 843541

The Shetland Pony Club, 2½-10years, Cobham, 01372 844077

Hockey

Clandon Regis Golf Club, junior coaching for 14yrs+, 01483 224888 Cranfield Golf Centre Sandown, 6+, Esher, 01372 469260 Effingham Golf Club, Cadets and Junior sessions available, 7-18yrs, 01372 452203 Epsom Golf Club, lessons available from 4yrs+, 01372 741867 Hersham Village Golf Club, Juniors welcome, 01932 267666 Horton Country Club Golf Centre Juniors, 9-16yrs, 020 8394 2626 Leatherhead Golf Club, 12+ welcome (if you know the rules), 01372 843966

First rides for children age 2½-10yrs Shetland Pony Parties * Summer Courses Pony Playgroup * Own -a - Pony mornings Special needs children welcome Book online now for 2012 01372 844077 07840 982 293 www.shetlandponyclub.co.uk

Flair Gymnastics Team Gym, Surrey Sports Club, Guildford, 08450 346 700

Family Fun, Elmbridge Mencap, learning disability/siblings, 01932 221304

Burhill Golf Club, membership and lessons for juniors, 01932 227345

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Epsom Gymnastic and Trampoline Club, 3+, 01323 520465

Epsom Riding for the Disabled, 01372 743690

Golf

Shetland Pony Club

POny Share Available for 2012

Epsom Hockey Club, 7+, 01372 722487

Horseriding Chessington Equestrian Centre, 020 8398 7668 Epsom Polo Club, 12yrs+ and Horseriding 4yrs +, 01372 748200 Epsom Riding for the Disabled, 01372 743690 Equus Equestrian Centre, Horton Country Park, 01372 749490 Old Barn Stables, Chessington, all ages, 020 8398 0822

Karting and Quad Bikes

Poynters Riding Centre, Cobham, 01932 865951

Daytona at Sandown Park, Esher 8+, (minimum height applies), 0845 644 5502

Riding for the Disabled, Surrey County Chairman, 0845 450 7044

Kiddi Karts, Go Karts, 4-Adult, 01932 770770

Share- a- Shetland Club and own a pony mornings, 2½-10yrs, 01372 844077

Lacrosse

BUSEN Martial Arts and Fitness, classes held at Xcel, Walton-onThames, 07803 237543 GKR Karate, Chessington, Epsom, Leatherhead, 5+, 07707 802702 GKR Karate, Molesey, Walton, Weybridge, 5+, 07852 289 324

Cobham Lacrosse, girls club, from school yr 5 +, 01932 864441

Guildford Martial Arts, central location, classes for all ages 4 yrs+, 01483 568455

Guide Groups, all ages

Weybridge Equestrian Centre, 01932 248544

Martial Arts, Self Defence

Karate classes, All Saints Church Hall, Fulford Road, West Ewell, Sat. am, 07752 308235

Epsom, Division Commissioner, 020 8641 1501

Wyvenhoe Equestrian Club, Guildford Rd., Bookham, 01372 454339

Assoc. of Capoeira Engenho da Rainha, Epsom, 07050 073737

Karate, Tattenham Community Centre, 8yrs +, 020 8241 9094

Pachesham Golf Centre, Leatherhead, Juniors, 6-18, 01372 843453 Thames Ditton and Esher Golf Club, for all ages, 020 8398 1551

South Weylands Equestrian Centre, 01372 463010

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Martial Arts, Self Defence continued

Playball, age specific classes from age 2-8years, Ashtead, 07545 904852

Kids Kick Boxing, The Harrier Centre, West Ewell, 020 8786 1994

Music Groups, Centres

Kenshukai Karate, St Mary’s Centre, Chessington, 5yrs+, 07960 010242

Leatherhead CKD (Choi Kwang Do), 5-10, 10-16, 16yrs+, 07725 914754 LiL’ Dragons, martial arts skills for 4-6 yrs, 07584 473784 Nam Yang Martial Arts Centre, all ages, Epsom, 3 yrs +, 01372 725918 Ryukyu Kempo Karate, St Michael’s Church Hall, Ashtead, 07795 277379 (after 6pm)

Rainbow Leisure Centre, all ages, Epsom, 01372 727277

Encore Youth Orchestra, 7-16yrs, Bookham, 01372 458908 Fitznells Music and Drama Centre, Ewell, 2 years+, 07956 284172 Rock Choir, pop, gospel and Motown songs, open to everyone, 01252 714276 St James’ Church Choir, Weybridge.

Contact Christine Best, 07548 735684

Sandown Shotokan Karate Club, Esher, 6yrs+, 0845 508 9491

Surrey Singing School, Singing Performance, Esher, 01932 221542

Small Circle Jujitsu, junior Judo, self defence, L’Head, 6 -18yrs, 01737 210052

Netball

Surrey Kick Boxing, Blenheim Road., Epsom, 07976 360156 Taekwon-do, Self Defence, Epsom, age 6+, 01737 644050 Torakai Judo, Walton, Molesey, Long Ditton, Hinchley Wood, 01932 227655 Walton Academy Kickboxing, Xcel Leisure Complex, 7+, 07710 737689 WTF Style Tae Kwon Do, Leatherhead Leisure Centre, 5yrs+, 01483 223450

Multiple Sports Active Surrey, helps and encourages sports for young people, 01483 518944 Chessington Sports Centre, Garrison Lane, incl climbing wall, 020 8974 2277 Colets Junior Activity Centre, Thames Ditton, 020 8398 7108 Dance, Fitness, Sport, Tai Kwon Do, Harrier Centre, West Ewell, 5-11yrs, 020 8786 1994 Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex, Walton-on-Thames, variety activities, 01932 260300 Imber Court Sports Club, multiple sports incl swimming, East Molsesey, 07702 225043 Playball UK, child development through sport, Esher, 2-9 yrs, 07538 700951

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Cobham Junior Netball Club, 11-16 yrs, tbc Focus Netball Club, approx 15+, Ashtead, 020 8397 2302 Netball Court Hire, Effingham, 01372 451925 Oxshott Village Netball Club, 10+, 01372 843652 Surrey County Netball Association, 01483 539020 Walton and Hersham Netball Club, 1116 yrs, 020 8398 3034

Outdoor Pursuits Centres

Playball, Co-ordination Skills, nonstop fun experience, for 2-9yrs, 07862 220857 Saturday Activities Centre, Sewing, Balsa Woodwork, Science, Art and Craft, 8-14, 01483 502816 Saturday morning Kids Club, Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex, 01932 260300 Surrey Family Information Service, main number, 08456 011777 Theatrebugs “Confidence Through Creativity” drama, music, dance, 3½7yrs, 01483 882244 Toad Hall Nursery Group, Felcott Road, Walton, 5-8yrs, 01932 252858

Paintball and Laser Games Campaign Paintball, 12+, Cobham, 01932 865999 Delta Force Paintball, nr Cobham, 10+, 0844 477 5050

Rugby and Mini Rugby Cobham Rugby Club, boys and girls, Junior and Youth, 01932 864441 Effingham and Leatherhead, Rugby for juniors, 01372 453821 Esher Rugby Club, U6-Seniors, 01932 220295 Weybridge Vandals RFC, Walton on Thames, under 6 to under 17 yrs, 01932 227659

Snow Sports Sandown Ski Centre, Sandown Park, Esher, 01372 467132

Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development, general enquiries, 8-16 yrs, 03456 009 009

Squash

Out of School Clubs

Leatherhead Squash Courts, all ages, 01372 377674

4 Children, for information, 020 7512 2112 Ashtead Kids Club, 4-11 years, Ashtead, 07956 185167 Chessington Kids Club, 4-11 yrs, pick up from St Mary’s School, 020 8397 2023 Home From Home Children’s Day Care, W. Molesey, school pick up/ drop off , 07990 890463 Kids Club, West Ewell Infant School, 4-10 yrs, 020 8393 2417

Ashtead Squash and Tennis Club, Juniors welcome, 01372 272215 (pm)

Oxshott Village Sports Club, Junior section, 01372 843652 Preston Cross Squash Club, Juniors welcome, Bookham, 01372 456642 Squash, Ebbisham Sports Club, Epsom, all ages, 01372 720647 St George’s Hill Lawn Tennis Club, Weybridge, 6yrs+, 01932 843541

www.equatorsun.com Australian UV protective swimwear for babies, children and adults

- Max. protection UPF 50+ - Great designs - Extensive range - Excellent quality - Includes sunsuits, board shorts, surf shirts, sun hats and more.............

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Aquademy Swimming, from 12 months, Cobham, 07505 489815 Aquademy Swimming, Scuba Diving,10yrs+, Cobham, 07505 489815 Atlantis Swim School, Chessington, Epsom, Worcester Park, 18m+, 020 8335 3536 Charlotte’s Swim School, small classes and baby swim, 01932 788506 Cobham Swim School, 3½yrs+, lessons at Reed’s School, 01372 386958 Colets Health Club, from 6months, members and non members, 020 8398 7108 David Lloyd Brooklands, Weybridge, swimming for all ages, 01932 827900 DPD Coaching Services, Leatherhead lessons from beginner to advanced, 01903 740020 Elmbridge Phoenix Swimming Club, 7+ at Xcel, Walton-on-Thames, 01932 260300 Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex, Walton-on-Thames, all ages, 01932 260300 Equator Sun, Australian UV Protectective Swim/Beachwear, 01932 230907 Guildford City Swimming Club, all swimmers aged 4-12yrs, local venues, 07778 515563

Swimming, Pool Sports

Hook Swim School and Aqua Centre, Babies-Adults, all levels, 020 8397 7731

Aqua Tots, progressive swimming for up to 6yr olds, 020 8688 6488

J G Swimming, Ashtead, 4yrs+, 01737 812470

Distributed within Elmbridge, Epsom and Ewell and North Mole Valley areas

A - Z Children’s Leisure Activities

Swimming lessons in private pools in Chessington, Epsom, Worcester Park, Croydon, Purley & Morden.

Small classes, teachers in water, all teachers A.S.A. qualified.

We teach from 18 months, all abilities to competition level.

Visit our shop and office at 599 London Road, North Cheam (opp. Sainsbury’s) for all your swimming needs.

For further information/bookings please telephone the office on 020 8335 3536

Table Tennis

Kingston and Elmbridge Junior Snorkellers Club, Walton-on-Thames, 01784 242312 Leatherhead Leisure Centre, swimming and lessons, 01372 377674 Leatherhead Swimming Club, ALL abilities of swimmers from juniors to elite, 07834 725965

Effingham Table Tennis Club, 10yrs +, 01372 452197

Tennis Ashtead Squash and Tennis Club, Juniors welcome, 01372 272215 (pm)

Tennis, Ebbisham Sports Club, Epsom, all ages, 01372 720647

Weybridge Sailing Club, friendly family club, 01932 856901

Walton-on-Thames Lawn Tennis Club, 5yrs+, 01932 349764

Yoga

Trampolining Epsom Gymnastic and Trampoline Club, 3+, 01323 520465

Mole Valley Sub Aqua Club, over 16’s only, 01372 748248

Ashtead Tennis Players Club, all ages and abilities, 01372 721104

Leatherhead Leisure Centre, Trampoline, 7+, 01372 377674

Patterson Penguins, St John’s Sch. L’Head, 3+, 01372 210999

Claygate Lawn Tennis Club, children’s coaching available, 01372 463740

Uniformed Groups

Rainbow Leisure Centre, Epsom, Swimming Lessons, 3mths+, 01372 727277

Cobham Tennis Club, coaching from 4yrs+, 01932 864441 Epsom Lawn Tennis Club, Clubhouse number, 4yrs+, 01372 722487

Seahorses, Epsom District Swimming Club, for children 4+, 07979 462668 Snappy Swimmers, small groups, East Horsley, Cobham, 4yrs+, 020 8224 1854

Imber Court Sports Club, term time lessons for girls and boys, East Molesey, 07702 225043

Splish ‘n’ Splash Swim School, Chessington and Old Malden, to 7 yrs, 07974 752442

Leatherhead Tennis Club, 01372 453391 Mole Valley Mini Tennis Club, L’head Leisure Centre, 4+, 01372 456915

Springboard Swimmers, Bookham, classes for up to 9yrs, 020 8255 7455

N1 Tennis Coaching - Free Trial! Waltonon-Thames, 07759 640054

St George’s Hill Lawn Tennis Club, Weybridge, all ages, 01932 843541 Surrey Swim School, non swimmeradvanced, local pools, 01737 211160 Swimkidz, baby and toddler swim, Cobham, 07825 955533

Oxshott Village Sports Club, Tennis, 4 yrs +, 01372 843652 St George’s Hill Lawn Tennis Club, Weybridge, 4-16yrs, 01932 843541

Swimwise, Colin Bull Swimming, 2½ +, 01372 739600

Tennis Coaching, (Qualified/Licenced), Cobham Tennis Club, Fairmile Lane, 07946 586013

The Hurst Pool, Swimming, Molesey, 020 8941 6544

Tennis Court Hire, Effingham, 01372 451925

Air Training Corps, Esher Squadron, boys and girls 13-20, 020 8398 6261 Ajax Sea Scouts, 6-16yrs, 01932 867402 Epsom Air Scouts, (RAF recognised), ages 6-18yrs, 01372 722352 Girl Guiding Surrey East, 07528 401990 Girl Guiding Surrey West, 01483 454788 Girl Guiding UK, Information line, 0800 1695901

Fun healing and movement for children and parents, Weybridge, 8yrs+, 0787 2022 009

Youth Clubs Ashtead Youth Centre, School Years 4 7 and above, 01372 276912 Bookham Youth Café, at Bookham Youth Centre, 01372 453803 Bookham Youth Centre, 01372 453803 Leatherhead Youth Project and Bfree Café, All Saints Church Hall, 01372 383345 Lintons Youth Arts Centre, Epsom, 1119yrs, 01372 722644 SAY, St Andrews Youth, Cobham, 01932 868370 Stephen Woods Centre Youth Club, Epsom, 7-13yrs, 01372 724681

Surrey Army Cadet Force, for 12-18yrs, HQ, 01483 425371

Surrey Clubs for Young People, 01372 377221

Surrey County Scout Office, for information on groups, 01483 203451

Surrey Federation of Young Farmers, 10+, 01483 769786

Watersports

The Bridge Youth Centre, Kingston Road, Leatherhead, 01372 832774

Island Barn Reservoir Sailing Club, Dinghy sailing, Molesey, 020 8979 9057 Weybridge Rowing Club, boys and girls, 12-16yrs, min height 1.5m, 01932 842993 (club hours)

The Edge Youth Centre Epsom/Ewell, free drop in club, 11+, 020 8873 2260 The Life Train Trust, training/ life skills for young people, 01306 730929 Walton Youth Centre, 01932 247569

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Are you throwing money away?

As food prices continue to rise around the world, it’s a sobering thought to know that UK families waste up to £50 a month throwing away uneaten food.

Perfect portions Weighing

and measuring food is the best way to cook perfect portions. To help, use mugs, spoons, spaghetti measures or weighing scales so that you can work out just the right amount of food to cook for your family.

Lovely leftovers If you’ve cooked too

much, cool your leftovers as soon as possible, store in the fridge and eat within 2 days, or We also know that cutting down on food waste freeze them for another time. You could try to use the leftovers for another meal; take a look can be a challenge, especially when you’re pushed for time or your kids don’t always want at what you already have in your kitchen to help. to eat what you’ve cooked for them.

So to help you waste less, Surrey County Council’s Love Food Surrey campaign provides helpful tips on how to save more and waste less, but for the food waste you can’t avoid, you can use your kerbside food waste collection service. By collecting food separately from general waste it can be processed in a more environmentally friendly way and turned into fertiliser for use on farms.

Taking just one small step to reduce food waste can have a big positive effect on the environment and save you money too. We hope our tips will inspire you to take that step.

It pays to plan Before you do your

next big shop, check what you have left, be creative and make a meal planner for the week, so you only buy what you need.

Store food properly Correct storage means your food could live for extra days, weeks or even months. Keep the fridge below 5°C and chilled food will stay fresh for longer.

Use by These dates are for safety

and must be followed correctly; don’t use any food after the end of the ‘use by’ date, even if it looks and smells fine. This is because using it after this date could put your health at risk. To extend the life of food beyond this date, freeze it before the date, defrost when needed and use within 24 hours.

Best before These dates refer to quality not to food safety; foods with a ‘best before’ date should be safe to eat after this date (except for eggs), but they may no longer be at their best.

What a waste

Research indicates that Surrey residents produce about 80,000 tonnes of food waste every year, with treatment and disposal costs in the region of £6.7 million. Just think about all the energy, water and packaging used in food production, transportation and storage that goes to waste when we throw away good food.

For advice on planning your shopping, portion control, recipe ideas and more, visit www.lovefoodsurrey.com where you can also sign up to our regular e-newsletter.

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