FREE • NORTH EAST SOMERSET EDITION • ISSUE 38 • SEPTEMBER 2014
DOWNLOAD OUR FREE APP
HEYMAG.CO.UK
ADVERTISEMENT
Keep your family safe with a smoke alarm By Avon Fire & Rescue Service Working smoke alarms are one of the best ways of keeping your little ones safe if a fire breaks out in the home. And although more households than ever own smoke alarms, most of us aren’t brilliant at checking they are working. That’s why Avon Fire & Rescue Service is encouraging parents in particular to take a couple of seconds to test their alarms. James Bladon from Avon Fire & Rescue Service said: “We know that smoke alarms can be frustrating
if they go off when you burn the toast and it may be tempting to remove the batteries. “If that’s a familiar story please make today the day you replace them or fit a new alarm. A little inconvenience is a price worth paying if it means your family escapes from a fire. The risk of dying in a house fire increases by four times if smoke alarms aren’t working, so a 10 second chore is a tiny price to pay. “If you would like more advice we will be happy to come to your home to provide information and fit free smoke alarms.” For more information visit www.avonfire.gov.uk where you will also find details of the Home Fire Safety Visit service. Firefighters will visit your home to provide advice specific to your family’s needs and circumstances. Smoke alarms will also be fitted free of charge if required.
www.avonfire.gov.uk www.avonfire.gov.uk
Book a FREE Home Fire Safety Visit today! Practical help and advice to reduce the risk of a fire starting. FREE smoke alarms fitted if they are needed.
Call us on 0117 926 2061 or visit www.avonfire.gov.uk @AvonFireRescue facebook.com/AvonFireRescue
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 3
HEY! magazine is published by Ignyte Limited Publisher: Tina Veater Business Address: Ignyte Ltd, Second Floor, 2 High Street, Midsomer Norton, Radstock, BA3 2LE Telephone: 01761 410141 Call Tina on: 07834 542955 Email: hey@ignyte-uk.co.uk www.heymag.co.uk While every care has been taken to ensure the data contained in the publication is accurate, neither the publisher nor its editorial contributors can accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party for loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. Printed by Flying Colours Ltd, Weare, Somerset. Ignyte do not officially endorse any advertising material included within this publication. All right reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any retrieval system in any form without the prior permission of the publisher.
NEWS & REVIEWS FRONT PAGE COMPETITION WINNER!
Distribution: We deliver to 7000 families through primary schools and other outlets in North East Somerset. The next edition is in October & is filling fast. Contact us on 01761 410141 or 07834 542955 or email tina@hey-magazine.co.uk to discuss your requirements. Hey Magazine
@hey_tweeter www.heymag.co.uk HEY!
Hey Magazine
Soft Play Centre, Frome
ds, Fun for ki x la time to re ts for paren
Restaurant with home cooked meals
Monday to Friday 9.30am - 6pm Saturday and Sunday 10am - 5pm School hols: Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm. 0-11 months £1.00 12 months - 23 months £3.95 2 years - 12 years £4.95
Great party venue - ask about our discos!
Graphic House, Station Approach, Frome BA11 1RE (Next to the railway station)
01373 453670
Congratulations to our Winner Maddie who entered our competition to be the star of our front cover via our new mobile app. Maddie is 9 years old and goes to Bitham Brook Primary School in Westbury and she was chosen from over 500 entries. Maddie and her family went along to a photo shoot at Made Portraits in Glastonbury and they all had great fun having some superb pictures taken. You can see Maddie on the cover of this magazine bringing a beautiful smile to our Back to School edition of HEY!
Catherine McKeever Tuition
Primary teacher with 20 years experience and excellent references offering one to one tutoring for children aged 5 to 12 in a structured, nurturing and supportive environment.
Programmes are available to: consolidate term time learning meet specific learning needs and build confidence provide catch-up during school holidays preparation for Common Entrance 01761 471690 / 07849 836415 catherine.mckeever@homecall.co.uk Based in Timsbury
4 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
WELTON RUGBY SUCCESS On Wednesday 9th July the Bath Rugby Community Team ran a Teacher Tag Rugby Festival at Walcot RFC as part of the Aviva Premiership Rugby Schools Programme. With over 80 teachers from 10 schools hailing from Bath, Trowbridge, Radstock and Midsomer Norton attending, this ‘friendly’ festival was sure to be a competitive affair as they all vied for the trophy and the honour of being Bath Rugby Teacher Tag Rugby Champions 2014! The games started at a frenzy as some teams had clearly misinterpreted the rules about which way to run and pass and the fact it wasn’t the ‘contact’ version of rugby! With two pools of five teams, the pressure to top the group and go into the final was too much for some to handle as mistakes crept in at crucial moments. After 90 minutes of non-stop action, Beechen Cliff Bath and Welton Primary Radstock topped their respective pools.The final proved to be a thriller with end-to-end action and with time up on the clock the score stood at three tries apiece. Referee Jack Howden checked the rule book and instructed the teams there would be ‘Golden Time’. Now the pressure was really on with both teams passing up opportunities to win it, with 1min 40secs of ‘Golden Time’ played it was Welton Primary who got the ball over the line to seal an incredible victory and spark huge celebrations that went on long into the evening! Joanne Randall, Deputy Head at Welton Primary, said: “This memorable event was full of fun, laughter and a chance to play Tag Rugby with colleagues and friends. It was great to see the players giving it their all, whilst us spectators cheered and whooped from the sideline! Thanks go to Bath Rugby for providing such a well-organised and exciting tournament! The support they give to schools is exceptional and so many of our pupils benefit from everything that they do - Bath Rugby at its best.The trophy stands proud in our cabinet!”
FORD FUEL OILS
www.fordfueloils.co.uk Suppliers of Home Heating Oil, Agricultural Diesel and Lubricants Also: Oil Tank replacement service Monitored top up service Boiler servicing and waste oil collection can be arranged
Farrington Fields I Estate Farrington Gurney
01761 452222
ADVERTISE HERE FOR AS LITTLE AS £22.50 01761 410141
WORLD WAR 1 WINNERS Dorothy House ran a competition at The Academy of Trinity in Radstock to create pictures or poems to commemorate WW1 and Lynn Porch The Community Project Coordinator at Dorothy House Hospice Outreach Centre at Peasedown St John judged the work. The winners received a gift voucher each and all the entries were displayed at the Outreach Centre for their WW1 open morning on August 7th. The quality of the work was exceptional and all who attended the event were blown away at how hard all the children worked. It is extremely important that our young children are aware of the sacrifices made in both the First and Second World War and the Trinity students demonstrated this superbly.
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 5
FREE SCHOOL MEALS From September 2014, the Government will be providing healthy free school meals to all children in the first three years of primary school – reception and years 1 & 2 . There’s no need to apply, your child is automatically eligible you simply have to notify your child’s school that he/she will be having the free school lunch. Free school meals for older children If your child is eligible for free school meals, it’s worth registering them. This is because schools receive a ‘Pupil Premium’ - an extra payment for each eligible child, which they can spend on services to help them do their very best. Registering might also get you extra help for things like music lessons or school trips. Your child doesn’t have to eat the free meal, although it is recommended that they do as they will get a free, healthy lunch each day and you could save more than £350 per year.
CHEW STOKE SCHOOL SPORTS DAY Green Team were the victors at the recent Chew Stoke Church School sports day held at the Rectory Field. With every child in the school taking part in the day long event, competition was fierce as the children jumped, kicked, threw and ran until they could run no more! The sports day, which was well supported by parents, grandparents and friends had all the age old favourite races such as; egg and spoon, obstacle and “bean bag on your head” with the day finishing with relay races, which would have impressed even Usaine Bolt! Green Team were narrow victors by just a few hard won points, with their captains Cameron and Ayesha, from year 6, receiving the trophy. A great day was had by all. Pictured: Chew Stoke Church School Team captains.
GOODBYE MR TILLING Staff, parents and pupils at Peasedown St John Primary School said goodbye to the Head Teacher, Mr Tilling in spectacular style in July by releasing colourful balloons into the sky.
PIE-RATS OF THE CURRYBEAN! Shiver me timbers and a Yo-ho-ho whats’s bean going on at Chew Stoke Church School? A recent invasion of pirates has been causing much merriment as Woodpecker Class,Year 4 pupils put on a lively production of the school musical “Pie-rats of the Curry Bean”. With fantastic singing, acting and great comic timing, the Class of 9 year olds wowed their audiences during their three performances. Move over Johnny Depp - these are the stars of the future! Captain Pink Beard and his crew from Woodpecker Class.
6 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SCHOOL The last year of primary brings a fresh set of challenges (and not just keeping a dry eye at the final class assembly/leavers’ disco) because you need to start choosing your preferred secondary school. It’s a decision that seriously stresses some of the most discerning parents, so how do you go about deciding which secondary school is best for your child? The big question is: do you choose a school or does a school choose you, or, more to the point your child? And the answer is: it’s a bit of both because, while it’s up to you – and your child – to decide which schools are worth applying for, it’s then up to the school to say yes or no to your application. How do you as parents decide between all the different schools? It’s best to use as many sources as you can to decide which school is best for your child: ask around, be aware of a school’s reputation, read their Ofsted reports online, look at the exam results, browse the school website and of course, visit the school.
In your area parents and children are invited at the start of Year 6 to visit schools. They can, of course, make an appointment sooner, but open evenings are targeted at that year group. How schools organise their open days, and how useful they are, varies enormously. Open days for popular and over-subscribed schools are usually extremely busy and your chances to speak to individuals may be limited. Other schools have well-planned programmes with plenty of opportunities to talk to both staff and pupils. Open days are designed to help you as parents view all prospective schools and gain as much knowledge and information as possible. It’s also reassuring for your child to be shown around and get a feel for their new school as it’s a big change for them, moving up to secondary education can be daunting. Have a good look around and encourage your child to ask questions that are important to them, this can only give them confidence and prepare them for the next stage of their education.
open evening 25 September 2014
Doors open at 6.00pm www.writhlington.org.uk
Ofsted: “The school environment and the learning opportunities offered to the students are inspirational” • • • • • • •
A caring supportive environment for all children Excellent examination results at GCSE and A Level High quality teaching and learning Outstanding sports facilities Nationally acclaimed ICT learning The most successful Sixth Form in the area Entry to Oxford and other prestigious Russell Group universities
Tel: 01761 433581 Address: Writhlington School, Knobsbury Lane, Writhlington, Radstock, BA3 3NQ
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 7
TEN TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM AN OPEN DAY 1. Take your child with you – you need a child’s eye view as well as your own, and they’ll notice things you miss. 2. Think about whether you find the open day chaotic, friendly, efficient or improvised? The organisation of the day’s events can give many clues to the general running of a school. 3. Pay attention to the pupils themselves - do they seem happy and motivated? Do they speak positively about their teachers and school-life?– Pupils are the best ambassadors for any school. 4. Don’t make decisions based on individual teachers – they may have left by the time your child starts school. 5. Don’t get too bogged down in the details - try to get a ‘feel’ for the school atmosphere. Write down your first impressions.
6. Feel free to ask questions if you want to, particularly of pupils – what do they think of the teaching – do they enjoy life at the school? 7. Look at the work on display. Does it represent a broad range of ability? A school should value every child. 8. Does the school offer extra-curricular activities - such as sports and clubs – so your child can develop their interests? This also shows that the teachers are motivated and enthusiastic. 9. Find out about the lunch arrangements - are there healthy school meals available and what do they cost? What are the other options, eg packed lunch? 10. Remember - listen to your instincts.
Behaviour & Safety
Outstanding
Open Evening Thursday 18th September 2014 4.45pm - 7.30pm 5.00pm & 6.15pm - Presentations by the Headteacher Organised guided tours start from 5.00pm
www.nortonhillschool.com
For details please telephone 01761 412557
SOMERVALE SCHOOL
Open Evening Wednesday 17th September Guided Tours start at 6.00pm Head’s address at 7.30pm
Somervale School | Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton, Radstock BA3 2JD
Email: headssec@somervaleschool.com | Tel: 01761 414276
www.somervaleschool.com
8 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
BENEFITS OF EXTENDED LEARNING Foreign language classes, sports, arts and crafts, tutoring, dance and business skills workshops - how children’s clubs aim to extend children’s education.
The learning day has changed: school’s are being encouraged to offer wrap around care and this means the school day can run from 8am-6pm and pupils are encouraged to start the day with a breakfast club and finish with an after-school club. This is great news for working parents - now you can top and tail the day with good quality childcare. Another target of the extended schools programme is to help pupils improve attendance and punctuality by offering breakfast clubs. Many schools have been delighted with the success of the breakfast club. Schools offer a healthy breakfast and a ‘wake up and shake up’ mini-exercise circuit in the school hall with music and the children have a fantastic time. Attendance has improved, because the children want to go to the club and then they are on time to start school. Clubs and classes for school-age children are not just before and after school, but can run at weekends and during holidays. These clubs can encourage children to take part in a new hobby, meet new friends and extend their social network; all great skills for developing and growing. Club membership provides an opportunity to participate in new roles. The leadership roles that are available in clubs provide a valuable experience that is not generally available to young people. Other roles, such as being a helper in a service club, a soloist in a music club, or an artist making scenery in a drama club, enable identity exploration.
S REE SSON F O E TW TER L S TA
Ballet, tap, modern, jazz, & pre-school classes Classes for 21/2 years to adults Classes in Camerton, Timsbury, Midsomer Norton & Chew Magna
Call Janine: 01761 479026
We offer R.A.D and I.S.T.D examinations
www.avondanceacademy.com info@avondanceacademy.com
www.firstsplash.co.uk info@firstsplash.co.uk 07845 693 273
Private Swimming Lessons for
Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School, Children, Adults Pools in Bath, Wells, Writhlington & Redhill.
New Toddler and Pre-School Daytime Lessons Monday and Wednesday Mornings in Writhlington. Places available to start immediately
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 9
Read on to find out how your child might benefit by joining a club
Not only are after-school clubs fun, but they also help boost children’s self-esteem and self-confidence. We want happy, selfconfident children because they are motivated and can achieve more. By offering after-school activities our children get the chance to succeed in a different area, then they can take success and use it to overcome barriers in the subjects they find difficult. Raising the self-esteem of children, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, is a central mission of the extended schools programme, as is keeping children safe and healthy. Clubs keep the children busy and active and healthy after school. The children are safe, they are engaged in learning and they are being supervised. The clubs also give peace of mind to parents while saving parents worrying about children going home to an empty house or having to make alternative arrangements. Finally, relationships formed with adult leaders and with peers at the clubs are important. Adults and peers at these organisations can serve as models and as sources of social support, friendship, and caring. Several developmental theories point to the importance of adult mentoring for child and adolescent development. Mentoring relationships are important characteristics of clubs and youth programs. Adolescents who have an after-school relationship with a mentor are far less likely
to use drugs or alcohol than adolescents who do not have such relationships. Peer relations might also benefit from participation in clubs. “Hanging out” unsupervised with peers contributes negatively to child and adolescent development. However, participation in supervised constructive activities provides adolescents with opportunities to gain social skills from positive interactions with peers. Contrary to popular belief that the nation’s youngsters are couch potatoes obsessed with television and video games, millions of children are involved in five or more hobbies or interests. Girls are the more expensive of the sexes, costing their parents an average of £472 a year. More than one in 10 girls have five hobbies or interests, with ballet the most expensive. Boys’ hobbies are slightly less likely to break the bank with a price tag of £418 a year. Twelve per cent regularly participate in five activities, with football topping the bill. More than half go swimming, and just over a third see themselves as cycling champions. For girls, swimming is the most popular hobby, followed by singing and ballet. The research, commissioned by Abbey National and involving 650 parents, found that one in four children regularly takes part in at least five hobbies. Swimming costs an average £92 a year, football £132 a year, cycling £69 a year, art £51 and singing £39.
MIDSOMER NORTON KUMON STUDY CENTRE Does your child lack confidence in Maths and/or English skills? Does s/he find it hard to concentrate for sustained periods of time? Is it holding your child back at school? If you have answered “yes” to any one of these questions, then Kumon study may be the answer you are looking for, to help your child thrive at school and begin to work independently, thinking for themselves without relying on adult support or intervention. Kumon is the UK’s largest provider of after-school support for students. It promotes confidence, concentration and independent learning, whilst at the same time developing Maths and English skills to enable the student to solve problems and stay ahead at school. Students follow a tailor-made programme designed to develop self-confidence, ability and lifelong skills. By completing a worksheet every day, students develop a daily study habit, learn how to manage their time and workload, and move towards becoming an independent learner. The Kumon method brings fast progress and enables the student to work at their “just right level”. Through practise and perseverance, our students make excellent progress. Call Janet Russell on 01761-453720 or contact by email on midsomernorton@kumoncentre.co.uk. for a Free Assessment.
Kumon’s maths and English study programmes work to develop your child’s confidence and independent study skills so they excel throughout the new term and beyond. Contact your local Instructor for a free assessment.
Midsomer Norton Study Centre Janet Russell 01761 453720 Classes held at Somervale School, Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton BA3 2JD Classes on Monday and Wednesday 3.30pm - 5.45pm kumon.co.uk Fees vary. Please refer to your local study centre.
10 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
CONT.
BENEFITS OF EXTENDED LEARNING
This list is simply a starting point, but it certainly gives you 10 reasons to investigate sports and other clubs in your area for your children...
1. Getting Out Many children spend a lot of time in front of the TV or playing computer games. Clubs can give children an opportunity to explore more varied and healthier activities.
2. Keeping Them Out of Trouble Studies show that after-school, the twilight hours are more risky to children than night-time hours. Participating in an after-school club reduces the risk of children becoming involved in things that parents would prefer them to avoid.
3. Meeting People and Making Friends Joining a club gives children a comfortable and appropriate place to meet others with similar interests. This environment can form the basis for lifelong friendships.
4. Learning New Skills Children who participate in a variety of activities are introduced to new skills and are given a chance to develop them. As children realise they “can do” these things then their self-confidence grows.
5. Learn Teamworking Many activities require children to work together towards achieving a common goal. Whether they are trying to win a game or complete a community service project, children learn to work as a team.
6. Developing Independence By participating in clubs, young children learn to exist and thrive ‘outside of their family’. Older children learn skills and values that will carry them through to their adult lives.
7. Leadership and Responsibility Children have the opportunity to make their own decisions – they learn to lead, follow and carry their portion of responsibility.
8. Civic Mindedness and Values Some organisations exist as service organisations. Others participate in community service as part of a larger scope of activities. Either way, children can get the chance to learn to look beyond themselves and experience how they can make a difference.
9. Improving Selection Prospects In addition to solid academies, employers and further education establishments like to see well-rounded applicants. Club participation demonstrated over a period of time will help to enhance any application.
10. Plain Old Fashioned Fun Playing a game, camping, singing - whatever the focus, children participate because they enjoy the activities, and sometimes fun is as good a reason as any other to join a club. This isn’t the end of the list, we are sure you could add more ideas of your own, but they are 10 great reasons to see what is out there!
Piano & Music Theory teacher Ali Boyce
Tel: 01761 436895 Mobile: 07817884936
offers Download our FREE HEY! app for MONEY SAVING and EXCITING offers! Money off entry to Seaquarium Kids go Free at Haynes Motor Museum 2 for the price of 1 at American Museum in Britain
Half Price adult entry at The Bishops Palace Only £15 for 2 adults and 3 kids at Court Farm Discounts at Berry Barn
Plus many more! DOWNLOAD THE APP FOR FULL DETAILS OF OFFERS
www.heymag.co.uk 01761 410141
Download the FREE smart phone app today to receive Summer offers and discounts. Enjoy up to date What’s On events, as well as recipes, family days out and things to do with your family and with just one click on the app you can send us your children’s latest achievements which will appear on the pages of WOW!
Available free from:
Search Hey Magazine
Search HEY!
HAVE FUN WITH LUNC CAT AND MOUSE LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
DOGGY LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
FACES LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
FLOWERS LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
SHEEP LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
CH BOXES
Sometimes children just need a little inspiration to try new things. With this collection of ways to make food more fun, you’ll encourage your children to play with their food and enjoy it.
LADYBIRD LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
MONSTER LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
MUMMY LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
PIGGY LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
TRAFFIC LIGHT LUNCH BOX Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full recipes and instructions.
PARENT
PAGES
Helping workers with UK’s biggest mental health problem
Tough economic times combined with rising levels of job uncertainty are boosting stress levels and psychological ill-health, experts say. Depression at work is not a new issue but it is on the rise and old taboos urging us to hide the problem from colleagues persist
even today. Depression is the most common disorder in Britain with one in four people experiencing some kind of mental health problem in the course of a year. Feeling sad or fed up is a normal reaction to upsetting or stressful experiences but those feelings usually pass. But depression is more than that - it is an illness which means that intense feelings of persistent sadness, helplessness and hopelessness are accompanied by physical effects such as sleeplessness, a loss of energy, or physical aches and pains. Sometimes people may not realise how depressed they are, especially if they have been feeling this way for a long time, if they have been trying to cope with their depression by keeping themselves
busy, or if their symptoms are more physical than emotional. Depression Alliance says not being able to see the illness in the same way as you could with a broken arm or leg can often make it difficult for sufferers to explain to others why they find it so hard to get out of bed or are unable to concentrate at work. Sufferers often feel unable to talk to their family, colleagues and friends about what they’re experiencing and may feel like they have to hide it from those around them. They might hope it will go away by itself, or that they just need to “toughen up” and “snap out of it”. Indeed, it’s often something that can go up and down and can sometimes take a long time until it becomes manageable.
take our word for it. Across the world concerns have never been higher about the sheer volume of sugar now being consumed, and its potential impact on our bodies. During Just in case this particular epicurean revelation passed you by, we’ve got some news. Forget everything you were brought the process of fruit being juiced the sugar levels actually up to believe, because one of the key ways in which millions increase even if the label says nothing has been added, of Britons strive to achieve the new recommended ten pieces meaning you’re far better off with an actual apple than its admittedly tasty, sharp and ever-popular liquid by-product. of fruit and veg per day is no longer considered particularly The same goes for any type of fruit you’d care to suggest. good for you. Thanks to the phenomenally high levels of Experts also suggest diluting the juice with water, which sugar, and the effect of pulping on fruit, orange juice and would have been seen as sacrilege by many just a decade just about every other type of fruit drink should no longer or two ago (this isn’t squash, after all), but these days is fast be part of your daily diet. Indeed, it may pack a vitamin becoming the modus for people who can’t or won’t give up punch, but drinking these refreshing bottles and cartons as a means of staying healthy isn’t going to work. But don’t just altogether.
The decline of healthy juices
Hidden dangers of chickenpox The case of a four-year-old boy who ended up in hospital fighting for his life after catching chickenpox has highlighted the potential dangers of this common childhood illness. Christine Mullan urged parents to be aware of the virus after her son James spent six days in hospital when he contracted streptococcal and staphylococcus bacteria infections. The Northern Irish mum said she did not want other parents going through what their family had endured and urged them to be aware of how fast and dangerous the condition can be. She says her son’s temperature soared, he was irritable and refused to eat or drink. Christine gave him paracetamol but when the child’s face swelled up and he could not bear to look at light she rushed him to hospital. Chickenpox is caused by the varicellazoster virus which spreads quickly and
easily through coughs and sneezes. The illness is usually seen in children under 10 and is in fact so common that 90% of adults are immune to the condition because they’ve had it before. Most children catch it at some point and the tell-tale signs of red, itchy spots that turn into fluid-filled blisters are often the source of much childhood debate and comparison. Some children have only a few red, itchy spots, but others can be covered
entirely - driven to distraction with the torment. The spots are most likely to appear on the face, ears and scalp, under the arms, on the chest and belly and on the arms and legs. It is highly infectious from one to two days before the rash starts, until all the blisters have crusted over, usually within five or six days after the start of the rash. For most children, chickenpox is a mild illness that gets better on its own. A fever often accompanies the first few days of the illness and the symptoms can be eased with paracetamol, calamine lotion and cooling gels. In most cases, the blisters crust up and fall off naturally within one to two weeks. However, some children can become more seriously ill and need to see a doctor immediately if the blisters become infected, they suffer chest pain or have difficulty breathing.
Fish, fish and more fish We are often being told of the benefits of fish in our diets, with recommendations that we should all be eating at least two portions of the oily variety, such as salmon, every week. But according to recent research, we are nearly all neglecting the health benefits that this readilyavailable and low-cost protein offers. According to Dr Rachael Gibbs of the University of Reading, both men and women are falling below the recommended intakes of omega 3 oils - easily obtainable through regular consumption of fish such as fresh or smoked salmon. This means, according to scientific study, that we are not reaping the benefits which can start as early as in the womb and take us through to old age.
DOWNLOAD OUR FREE APP
PILATES CLASSES
PART-TIME COURSES! PEASEDOWN ST JOHN AND RUSH HILL, BATH
GABRIELLE STANLEY
HEY!
07980 858176 gabrielle.stanley@zen.co.uk FOR MORE DETAILS VISIT
Hey Magazine
NEW
gabriellestanley.pilatesnearyou.co.uk
•
Courses, qualifications and workshops for your career • FREE distance learning qualifications • FREE courses for jobseekers
DOWNLOAD A COURSE GUIDE TODAY nortcoll.ac.uk / 01761 433161
BACK TO SCHO CHALKBOARD DRAWERS As your child gets older and learns to read, they can add the contents of their drawers in a fun way. Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full instructions.
CHALKBOARD ORGANISER Your personal chalkboard can be used to remind you of homework or things to take to school, keeping you organised. Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full instructions.
CHALKBOARD CALENDAR This chalkboard calendar is so much fun and easy to make. Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full instructions.
OOL CRAFTS FLOWER POT PENCIL POT Use this beautiful flower pot to keep all of your pencils in one place whilst adding a pretty touch to your room. Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full instructions.
FUNKY BOOK MARKS Never lose your place in your reading book with these funky bookmarks. Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full instructions.
DECORATED PENCILS Your creative writing is sure to improve with these creative pencils. Visit our website at www.heymag.co.uk for the full instructions.
Reviews of the top selling games
NINTENDO 3DS : THEATRHYTHM FINAL FANTASY CURTAIN CALL
THEATRHYTHM FINAL FANTASY CURTAIN CALL expands on the original in every way with new gameplay modes, 221 songs, and over 60 playable characters. Players tap along to the memorable beats and harmonies as the adorable, stylized characters battle and quest through their worlds. The music of over 20 titles is brought together in one package, fusing together the moving scores, cinematic visuals, and role-playing elements the series is known for.
DISNEY INFINITY 2.0 Disney Infinity introduces an all-new game universe where a spark of imagination unlocks a fantastical world where players have complete freedom and endless opportunity to create stories and play experiences starring the beloved characters from Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios.
NINTENDO 3DS : LEGO NINJAGO: NINDROIDS Get a piece of the action as LEGO Ninjago: Nindroids leaps onto Nintendo 3DS and 2DS! Based on the animated TV series, LEGO Ninjago Rebooted, experience explosive gameplay as you defend New Ninjago City from the very naughty - some might say evil - Overlord and his legion of Nindroids!
The UK’s number 1 gaming centre r! Brilliant, unique birthday parties! and ba An awesome, great value after school club! We are open from 1pm during the holidays & weekends and from 3pm on school days We offer a great menu from our cafe
3 HOUR GAMING SESSION FOR £2 IF YOU BRING A COPY OF THIS ADVERT!
www.wireworld.co.uk 2 Market Place, Radstock BA3 3AE 01761 439451
kid kids s & BIG welc ome Afte ! r 7p m NO T fo we’re r ki ds!
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 19
GETTING READY FOR THE BIG DAY The day your child starts school for the very first time marks a huge milestone in family life. Gone are the days when your little rug-rat was devoted to you and you alone - and now they are venturing out alone into the world. However, many parents make one big mistake which means that starting school becomes more, not less, stressful for thousands of four-year-olds across the UK who are getting ready for their big day. Often parents are so worried about how their children will cope that they ignore their own anxiety which results in a stressed-out mum or dad struggling with their emotions - with disastrous consequences for the child. If you’re the emotional type - and we challenge even the most stoic not to
feel a little bit wobbly as your precious small person totters through the school gate - then its worth thinking about what might set you off and doing a few simple things to prepare yourself. You will feel confident that you won’t be dissolving into tears as you approach the school gates - which will mean your child should bounce into school filled with confidence rather than trepidation! Play expert Dawn Burden says: “No parent wants to be the one in the playground sobbing behind dark glasses. But unless parents prepare themselves for the start of school, this is often what ends up happening. If a child looks to their parents for reassurance and sees someone struggling with their emotions it creates huge anxiety, making settling into school trickier than it should be.”
Family Information Service Do you have children?
Information for your family in one place Take a look at 1 Big Database for lots of useful information about childcare, affordable activities for all the family, safe places to play, Children’s Centre services, access to benefits and much more! See www.1bigdatabase.org.uk. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Ring the Family Information Service (FIS) on 01225 395343 or 07980 998906 or email us at fis@bathnes.gov.uk www.facebook.com/bathnesfis
20 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
WHAT’S ON
SEPTEMBER 12 SEPTEMBER
NIGHT AT THE ABBEY Glastonbury Abbey’s annual spectacle of lights, music and entertainment among the ruins. This event plays host to the top picks of local musicians and entertainers. Bring a torch, camera and your family and friends to join us for this brilliant event.
13 SEPTEMBER
FROME CHEESE SHOW Frome Agricultural & Cheese Show is a popular family event. The show offers something for everyone, over 350 trade stand for a non stop shopping experience, local food, gifts and loads of animals within our Livestock Village and Animal Nursery. Tickets available from Tourist Information, local shops and on 01749 813899 or www.fromecheeseshow.co.uk
14 SEPTEMBER
MARAFUN SOUTH WEST Your Chance to Participate in a Marathon without running 26.2 miles. Five runners per team - each running 2 circuits, 5.2 miles. Cross-country course based on Chew Valley School site. Runners of all abilities are welcome. Six categories to accommodate all standards, prizes for each category, special award to runner with best fancy dress. Fairground attractions, hot and cold food. Musical entertainment, stalls, bouncy castle, plus lots more. A community event to benefit Local Charities. Chew Valley Show, Chew Magna www.marafun.org.
14 SEPTEMBER
MEDIEVAL FALCONRY DAY 11am - 4pm A day of medieval living history with a difference. Marvel as the hawks, owls and falcons show off their talents in the flying displays and talk to the experts who look after these magnificent birds. The Bishops Palace, Wells.
17-21 SEPTEMBER
MOSCOW STATE CIRCUS An awe inspiring new show from the ‘Worlds, most famous circus’. A place where dreams become reality. From £7; Wednesday 5pm & 7:45pm, Thursday 5pm & 7:45pm, Friday 5pm & 7:45pm, Saturday 3pm & 6pm, Sunday 2pm & 5pm. Bath Royal Victoria Park, Somerset BA1 2NQ. Contact 0203 375 3970.
19-21 SEPTEMBER
PRISTON FESTIVAL Enjoy a friendly and relaxed celebration of live music and familyfun around a free outdoor stage in the beautiful village of Priston. Ticketed events are also staged in the village hall and church over the weekend. Other activities will include morris dancing, market stalls, activities for kids, singing and music workshops, and this year a literary talk by the BBC producer, author and birdwatcher Tim
Dee on his new book Four Fields.Village Green, Priston, near Bath, Contact telephone: 01761 470339.
20 SEPTEMBER
PEPPA PIG AND GEORGE VISIT THE WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY Come and see Peppa Pig & George on Saturday 20th September at Minehead Railway Station, where they will be making personal appearances at intervals between 10am and 4pm.
20 SEPTEMBER
FROME CARNIVAL Afternoon Procession from Victoria Park 2.30pm. Evening Procession from Manor Road Trading Estate 7pm.
21 SEPTEMBER
FROZEN SING A LONG 4pm, Victoria Hall, Radstock “Let it go” with the sing a-long version of Disney’s ‘Frozen’, the latest magical and hilarious Disney extravaganza.
24 SEPT - 15 OCT
FREE YOUTH THEATRE WORKSHOPS Confessions of the Youth are running weekly workshops starting 24th September, 5pm. Places must be booked. St Nicholas Church, Radstock, 07454284320.
27-28 SEPTEMBER
HEROES AND VILLAINS OF OLDE ENGLAND 11am - 4pm. Join the Yarnsmith of Somerset to hear tales of days gone by; when Wells was a magical place; where heroes like Robin Hood, King Arthur and fearless Saints inspired the town folk.Yet every hero must have an enemy, be it bad King John or even the Devil himself, and all will make an appearance in the Yarnsmith’s storytelling tent. The Bishops Palace, Wells.
27 SEPTEMBER
FAMILY SHOWCASE RIO 2 2.30pm, Midsomer Norton Palladium, The Town Hall, Midsomer Norton.
OCTOBER 4 OCTOBER
STINKBOMB AND KETCHUP-FACE! Join John Dougherty, his guitar, and his ridiculous sense of humour for 45 minutes of songs, silliness, and Stinkbomb & Ketchup-Face! Hear about our heroes’ latest adventure, The Quest for the Magic Porcupine! Sing along to the Stinkbomb & Ketchup-Face theme song and find out what makes badgers so bad… Midsomer Norton Library, 11am 11.45am, tickets available from library. Call 01225 394041 / Age 6+
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 21
HOMEWORK TIPS Helping your child with reading
Reading with your child is vital. Research shows that it’s the single most important thing you can do to help your child’s education. It’s best to read little and often, so try to put aside some time for it every day. Think of ways to make reading fun - you want your child to learn how pleasurable books can be. If you’re both enjoying talking about the content of a particular page, linger over it for as long as you like. Books aren’t just about reading the words on the page, they can also present new ideas and topics for you and your child to discuss. Tips for helping your child to enjoy books: Encourage your child to pretend to ‘read’ a book before he or she can read words. Visit the library as often as possible - take out CDs and DVDs as well as books. Schedule a regular time for reading - perhaps when you get home from school or just before bed. Look for books on topics that you know your child is interested in - maybe dragons, insects, cookery or a certain sport. Make sure that children’s books are easily accessible in different rooms around your house.
Helping your child with maths
As with reading, try to make maths as much fun as possible - games, puzzles and jigsaws are a great way to start. It’s also important to show how we use maths skills in our everyday lives and to involve your child in this. Identifying problems and solving them can also help your child develop maths skills. If you see him or her puzzling over something, talk about the problem and try to work out the solution together. Don’t shy away from maths if you didn’t like it at school. Try to find new ways to enjoy the subject with your child. Tips for helping your child to enjoy maths: Point out the different shapes to be found around your home. Take your child shopping and talk about the quantities of anything you buy. Let your child handle money and work out how much things cost. Look together for numbers on street signs and car registration plates.
Fun, Friendship and Learning available for two year olds
If you receive certain benefits then you could be able to claim up to 15 hours each week of free childcare at a high quality pre-school, nursery or childminder.
To find out more, including details of which benefits qualify, see our website: www.bathnes.gov.uk/2year To check your eligibility please call our team on 01225 394317 Please have your National Insurance number with you. For information about all kinds of family issues and childcare, plus lots of ideas about fun family activities for the holidays please contact the B&NES Council Family Information Service.
Telephone: 01225 395343 or 07980 998906 Email: fis@bathnes.gov.uk Or follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/bathnesfis
22 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
BACK TO SCHOOL TOP TIPS FOR SETTLING BACK INTO SCHOOL So the long summer holidays have finally ended. Now that it’s time to go back to school, it can feel like there’s nothing to look forward to. The weather’s grey, and half term seems ages away.
But don’t forget, it’s only the thought of it which can make you feel a bit glum. When you get there, normally it’s good to be back! You get to be with your friends again, you’re less likely to get bored and you’ll be constantly kept busy. You can also get your teeth into some new subjects or topics at school and let off some steam in the playground.
To avoid any back-to-school blues and really get back into it, read our top tips for braving the classroom again. 1. MAKE a firm decision to stick to your new routine and timetable - this will help you get back into the swing of things more easily. Get up when your alarm goes off and get to wherever you need to be on time - whether it’s the school bus stop or your science lesson. 2. YOUR first day back is a good chance to clean your desk and make sure you’ve got a healthy and hygienic new work station.You can always jazz it up with some fun stationery or pictures if you’re allowed. 3. TRY to make sure you take some healthy food to school. Pick snack foods that boost your health like fresh fruit and low-fat dairy products. Also try to drink water throughout the day as this will help to keep you active and your brain sharp. 4. THROW yourself into any sports or exercise you do. Really making an effort will help to make up for any lack of activity over the holidays and get you going again. 5.PAY attention to the way you sit in your chair try sit as straight as possible. Good posture is great for your back and is good training for later life. It will also help you to feel more alert and you’ll be more comfortable.
6. IF you get homework to do, don’t groan - just try and get it done as soon as possible. The longer you leave things, the worse they feel and the bigger the job seems. Do it straight away, and then you can relax and enjoy yourself. 7. IF you walk or cycle home from school, remember to make sure you’re seen. Wear bright clothing or reflective stickers on your bag and jacket and always pay special attention if it’s dark. Try to walk with someone who lives near you so you’re not on your own. 8. ALWAYS prepare for the next school day. Put anything you need to take in your bag and lay out your clothes ready. Being prepared always helps to keep you feeling on top of things and much more relaxed. 9. GET as much sleep as you can! School can be tiring and if you’re getting up early and running around a lot of the day, you need to recharge. Make a set time to go to bed at night, this way you’re less likely to have problems sleeping. Then you’ll be raring to get back to school the next day! 10. REMEMBER these helpful phrases in replying to other kids who are bothering you: “I don’t like what you are doing”, “Please do NOT talk to me like that.”, “Why would you say that?”. Always remember to tell a trusted adult if you think you’re being bullied.
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 23
HEALTHY LUNCH BOXES Thanks to Jamie Oliver, school dinners have had a radical overhaul. But what about the lunch boxes we pack for our children? It’s just as important to make sure the lunchbox your child takes to school provide a healthy, balanced lunch as when they eat at home. This means plenty of foods which contain the nutrients children need and fewer foods which are high in sugar and saturated fat. Packing the lunchbox A balanced packed lunch should contain: Starchy foods. These are bread, rice, potatoes and pasta, and others. Protein foods. These are meat, fish, eggs, beans and others. A dairy item. This could be cheese or yoghurt. Vegetables or salad, and a portion of fruit. Starchy foods are a good source of energy, and should make up a third of the lunchbox. But don’t let things get boring. Instead of sandwiches give kids bagels, pitta bread, wraps and baguettes. Use brown, wholemeal or seeded bread, not white bread. Children often like food they can eat with their fingers, so chop up raw veggies such as carrots or peppers, and give them humous or cottage cheese to dip the veggies in. Breadsticks and wholemeal crackers are great finger foods and they can be spread with low-fat soft cheese or eaten with reduced-fat cheddar and pickles.
Replace chocolate bars and cakes with fresh fruit, dried fruit or unsalted nuts. Vary the fruit each day and get them to try new things, like kiwi or melon. You could also make up a tasty fruit salad. Be inventive and encourage your children when they try something new. Making healthier food It may take a while for your children to get used to a healthier lunchbox. But it will be worth it for their health, so keep trying. You can help by eating a wider range of foods at home, as a family. Reading supermarket food labels can help you to buy healthier foods for your child’s lunch, and for family meal times. Save chocolate and cakes for occasional treats. Remember to praise your child when they’ve tried something new, to show your encouragement.
F O O R P Cycling at Night and ininallallWinds and Weathers... Cycling at Night and Winds and Weathers BE SEEN BE SAFE this winter! BE SEEN, BE SAFE this winter!
With winter approaching and the night’s drawing in
deflecting the handlebars can be successful in reminding
With winter approaching and the night’s drawing in there’s no there’s no reason to leave your bike in the shed! Stay reason to leave your bike in the shed! Stay safe when cycling at safe when cycling at night by making yourself as visible night by making yourself as visible as possible when visibility is as possible when visibility is poor after dark. poor after dark.
handlebars can be successful in reminding drivers to dip their drivers to dip their vehicles headlights. A peaked cap can vehicles headlights. A peaked cap can provide a shield against provide a shield against on coming headlights and enable on coming headlights and enable you to see the road ahead you to see the road ahead more clearly. more clearly.
Bicycle lights: • If you are cycling after dark the law demands that, as
• It is sensible for cyclist to wear light coloured reflective Clothing:
Bicycle lights:
Ifwell you as arereflectors cycling after dark the law demands that, as – including yellow reflectors onwell youras reflectors – including yellow reflectors onthe yourfront pedals you pedals you use a clear white light at and a use ared clear white lightrear at the a red Front one at lights the rear of your one at the of front yourand bicycle. usually bicycle. lights usually attach to your handlebars andyour back attach Front to your handlebars and back lights fasten to lights fastenMost to your seat post.can Most lights canasbe set as to seat post. bike lights bebike set to flash well flash as well as deliver a continuous light. Some cyclists who deliver a continuous light. Some cyclists who ride at night ride at night also wear lights that attach to their helmets to help also wear lights that attach to their helmets to help them them see their surroundings. You can also attach a light to your see their surroundings. You can also attach a light to your rucksack or pannier to add to your glow!
Clothing:
andfororcyclist accessories thecoloured dark such as reflecItclothing is sensible to wearin light reflective clothing and accessories in the dark such as further reflectiveincrease tape andyour tiveortape and vests, a great way to vests, a great way to further increase your visibility. visibility. Cycling at night is more tiring than cycling during the
Cycling nightconcentration is more tiring than cycling during the day, day, as at extra is necessary in order to pick as is necessary in order to movements. pick out the In outextra the concentration information you need to plan your information youmay need to plan your from movements. In addition addition you also be tired the activities of the you may also be tired from the activities of the day. Be alert day. Be alert to symptoms of fatigue! If necessary stop, to symptoms of fatigue! If necessary stop, and walk or have and walk or have a drink of something (non-alcoholic and rucksack or pannier to add to your glow! a drink of something (non-alcoholic and preferably warm), in preferably warm), in order to revive yourself. On-comingheadlights headlights other vehicles a consider- order On-coming of of other vehicles can can be abe considerable to revive yourself. able hazard to cyclists you are slow dazzled, hazard to cyclists at night.atIfnight. you areIf dazzled, down, slowjust down, look just front ahead of your wheel to and be Finally,test test your lights before every ride to make look ahead of your wheel and front be prepared Finally, your lights before every nightnight ride to make sure you prepared to stop. Sometimes flash ofby your own light sureriding you safely! are riding safely! stop. Sometimes a flash of your aown light deflecting the by are
http://think.direct.gov.uk/cycling.html or contact Bath and North East Somerset Council’s Road Safety Team on: 01225 394259 For more information please visit:
For more information please visit:
www.think.direct.gov.uk/cycling
or contact Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Road Safety Team: 01225 394259
24 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
MOVIE MAGIC AT THE VICTORIA HALL: FROZEN SING-A-LONG
AT THE PALLADIUM: RIO 2
Blu, Jewel and their three kids live the perfect domesticated life in the magical city that is Rio de Janeiro. When Jewel decides the kids need to learn to live like real birds, she insists the family venture into the Amazon. As Blu tries to fit in with his new neighbours, he worries he may lose Jewel and the kids to the call of the wild. “Let it go” with the sing a-long version of Disney’s ‘Frozen’, the latest magical and hilarious Disney extravaganza. The fearless and adventurous Anna sets off on an epic journey teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven - to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious snowman named Olaf, Anna and Kristoff battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom.
CINEMA
@ VICTORIA HALL RADSTOCK
Sun 21 Sept 4pm FROZEN SINGALONG PG
Sun 21 Sept 7.30pm DIRTY DANCING 12 Tickets £3/£5 Book via Bath Box Office to guarantee a ticket. 01225 463362 bathfilmfestival.org.uk Tickets may be available on the door victoriahallradstock.co.uk
ADVERTISE HERE FOR AS LITTLE AS £22.50 01761 410141
AT THE TOWN HALL
Your local cinema in Midsomer Norton 27th September
2.30pm: Rio 2 7.30pm: The Monuments Men
Saturday 25th October
2.30pm: Mr Peabody & Sherman
Please see the website for upcoming listings and further details
Full size cinema screen, surround sound, comfy armchair seating, café, ice-cream & popcorn - the complete cinema experience! Tickets: £5 adults, £3 children, £12 family (2 adults, 2 children)
www.midsomernortoncommunitytrust.co.uk
01761 419133
@MSNCommTrust
Midsomer Norton Community Trust
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 25
PARTY TIME LET’S PARTY!
One of the joys of having children is being able to create magic and fantasy for them, and seeing the sheer delight on their faces at the sight of something special. Birthday Parties are a great chance to bring some of that magic to a child, or to a group of kids, and although it can be hard work the results and memories for the child make it more than worthwhile. The range of choice for Birthday Parties these days is staggering, and like everything else, it is hard to please all the people all the time - even the little people! However, it is worth remembering that it is the kids you want to impress, not their parents! To get organised, write yourself a Party Plan. Simplify the Plan by choosing the elements you want to concentrate on, broken down into VITAL and OPTIONAL. To get you started on choosing what to do, make lots of calls and get lots of quotes, catalogues and advice to help you with ideas and how to manage your budget. Once you have decided on the options, send the invitations out
Book a real scientist for your child’s party!
Making your Little Princess’s party a Dream Come True! Choose a Princess, a party package, and enjoy a hassle-free party solution! To book a REAL Princess for your daughter’s party visit: www.princessandmeparties.co.uk princessandmeparties@hotmail.co.uk
two or three weeks before the party date, with an RSVP, so you can work out numbers. Party venues may provide these when you book, or you can buy themed cards to match your party. Don’t forget the Thank You cards for afterwards! Having a special birthday cake made to order is a treat for the kids, and time-saving for you! Going to town on table decorations adds to the atmosphere, and there is lots of choice around to match your chosen theme. Outside catering can take a lot of the strain from you, and is not necessarily costly. Whatever your budget, don’t lose sight of the reason for the party - enjoyment all round. Ask the little Birthday Person what sort of party they would like (within reason!) and who they want to invite - get some advice from teachers and playgroup leaders if you don’t know all your child’s friends. Spend your money and your time wisely. If money is tight, make the things you can yourself and only spend on the things you can’t. Even if you have a reasonable budget you don’t need to go overboard - it is better to do a few things very well than try and do too much and end up in a muddle!
Suppliers of Themed Partyware, Banners and Balloons Fancy Dress Costumes and Accessories available in store with thousands more available online
www.jtspartyshop.co.uk www.jtsfancydress.co.uk 98 Bradley Road Trowbridge BA14 0RB
Tel: 07792070010
01225 751741
E: jtsfancydress@yahoo.co.uk
Hand crafted cakes, purrrrfect for any occasion!
Contact Sarah-Jane: 07801511274
www.minkykittencakes.co.uk
Let us entertain your child and their friends with lightning, slime making and much more! prices Packages include: ‘Chemical Reactions’ from only £80! ‘Amazing Electrics’ ‘The Science of Sweets’
www.fun-science.co.uk
DOWNLOAD OUR FREE APP
HEY!
07708214840
info@fun-science.org.uk
Hey Magazine
26 | HEYMAG.CO.UK
W
O
W!
Your achievements in pictures
DOWNLOAD OUR FREE HEY! APP AND SEND US YOUR WOW! PHOTOS WITH ONE CLICK! HEY!
Hey Magazine
Use our FREE HEY! APP to upload your WOW! photos or alternatively email your text and photos to info@ignyte-uk.co.uk
HEYMAG.CO.UK | 27
Archie Howell aged 9 was awarded 3rd place in his first ever gymnastics competition, well done Archie.
Jack Phillips aged 7 has achieved Gold & Silver medals at The Tae kwon-Do PUMA English Championships. A fantastic achievement Jack, well done.
Well done to pupils from Midsomer Norton Primary School & St Johns Primary School (Midsomer Norton FC U7’s) who successfully took part in the Trowbridge Town football tournament.
Sam Hawkins aged 10 with his grade 6+7 on the trampoline, well done Sam.
Mario Henson plays in the Trowbridge town under 7’s team and was awarded a trophy for all his hard work this season.Well done Mario.
Ella Bolton age 7 has got her level 3 in gymnastics from Writhlington sports centre.Well done Ella.
Noah Andrews was awarded the man of the match trophy at his very first football training session at Oakhill School, well done Noah.
Samantha Lewis aged 7 has been awarded the gold award for mathletics, well done Samantha.
Millie Vranch age 8 has received a distinction in her regional Grade 14 gymnastics, a superb achievement Millie, well done.
Kisho aged 7 has played in a football league as goalkeeper and was awarded with his gold medal for his hard work and super effort. Well done Kisho.
Oliver Phillips aged 4 has achieved Silver & Bronze medals at The Tae kwon-Do PUMA English Championships. Fantastic, well done Oliver.
Summer Spencer aged 4 has passed her grade 1 in swimming, well done Summer.
Kamil from Jamie Woodland Black Belt Academy has recently been awarded two medals at the TKD Welsh Championships, great work Kamil.
Lizzie Boulton aged 6 has achieved her level 2 in swimming, well done Lizzie.
Sebastian Roughan aged 8 has achieved 2 camping certificates for the 2nd Clutton Cubs group, great work.
Helping you sleep at night…
Agricultural accidents can “ Working with agricultural equipment can be dangerous and mistakes
can be made. The accident happened in an instant and I discovered that a
serious injury had major consequences for my family. Although the injury wasn’t life threatening, the accident wasn’t my fault and I felt I was owed compensation. Buying or selling a property will be one of the biggest and possibly one of the most I made an appointment with FDC who want are specialists Personal stressful activities we will encounter andLaw we don’t you to lose in sleep worrying about Injuryit.Law and they assessed whether I had a claim and, if so, against
”
FDC Law hasI’m a team of experienced and knowledgeable specialists who will handle whom and incredibly glad I did. your case. We have helped thousands of people to buy and sell their homes and we howlike crucial you receive the get rightthe service also how In aknow situation this,it itisisthat that right and as early situation essential that you legaladvice adviceand as important your property transaction is to you.
as possible and, despite the recent rule changes, changes FDC Law are are still still pleased pleased to to FDC Law
Sweet Dreams come as standard.
offer fee’. offer ‘no win - no fee’.
Contact Jonathan Wood or Stuart Roxborough on 01761 417575 to arrange your free interview. Contact David Gazzard 01373 463311 to arrange your free interview. Ben Whelan onon 01761 417575 to arrange your free interview.
fdc fdc fd dc
FDC LAW solicitors LOCAL LEGAL EXPERTS
Est. 1692
Offices in Mid
01761 41 4 Tel: 01761 Offices in Midsomer Norton, KeynshamTel: & Frome Tel: 01761 417575
www.fdc-law.co.uk