Gloucestershire Back to School 2016

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As the new school year comes round again, a new intake of pupils starts its educational journey. But, far from the daunting experience of yesteryear, starting at school is now a welcoming process, designed to make children feel comfortable and happy, as we discover (P.6).

It’s also exciting to see how much family entertainment is happening, both indoors and out, even with fresh autumn temperatures beginning to nip (See Roundabout, P.11). Finally, for those children who’ve always wanted a pet (isn’t that all of them?) we discuss the issues you need to consider when choosing the right household companion for your family (P.17). the editor

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Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions, and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is NOT our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically biased material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children.

While we make every effort to ensure information published is accurate, readers are encouraged to check details of all events in advance and neither Trinity Mirror Ltd nor its contributors are liable for the consequences of any errors. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools in the county for their assistance in distributing the magazine and their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. The copyright on all written material, logos and advertising artwork produced by our studio remains with Trinity Mirror Ltd. PRIMARY TIMES

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et ready for Jack and The Beanstalk, a giant of a panto starring Tweedy The Clown and William Elliott as Dame Trott.

Don’t miss Jack’s adventures in Cloud Cuckoo Land, packed with slapstick, laughs, a giant and even a comedy cow. As usual the Everyman is offering panto workshops to primary schools and there will be an audio described performance and touch tour for the performance on Wed 4 Jan, 2pm; a relaxed performance on Thu 5 Jan, 10am and a sign language interpreted performance on Sat 7 Jan, 2pm. Jack and The Beanstalk opens on Fri 25 Nov and runs until Sun 8 Jan. Over in the Everyman’s Studio Theatre, little ones can enjoy Red Dog Theatre Company’s staging of The Great Bear of the North.

When Freya stumbles upon a lost bear cub in the snow she finds a new friend - but Loki soon grows too big to live in Freya’s little cottage. The pair set off on an adventure, taking them to the far north in search of Loki’s true home. But Christmas is coming, the nights are cold and dark and there are greedy trolls bent on mischief . . .

Find out what happens to Freya and Loki on their surprising and magical journey. This wonderful introduction to live theatre for 3 to 4

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7 year olds is perfect Christmas entertainment. It runs in the Studio Theatre from Thu 1 to Wed 21 Dec and then transfers to the Gloucester Guildhall from Tue 17 to Sat 21 Jan. Another Red Dog show is A Christmas Carol (suitable for ages 8+) in the Studio Theatre from Wed 7 to Fri 23 Dec and then at Gloucester Guildhall from Tue 17 to Sat 21 Jan. Ebenezer Scrooge has no time for his fellow creatures - no time for anything except making a profit. Most of all he has no time for Christmas.

Alone, bitter and hard as flint, he

goes home to his chilly rooms while the world celebrates the season of goodwill. That night, Scrooge is taken on a ghostly journey that will turn his life upside down and change him forever. But has redemption come too late?

What better way to celebrate the festive season than with Red Dog’s sparkling retelling of Dickens’ heart-warming tale. “May it haunt your houses pleasantly!”

If your child is more interested in the performance side, the Everyman Theatre runs a choir for teenagers and a choir for younger children from ages 4 to 11 years, which operates during term-time and provides participants with an opportunity to sing at the theatre and other local venues.

For more

information and to join call the Box Office on the phone number below. If drama is more your child’s bag, the theatre’s EveryKid sessions provide the perfect introduction to theatre for ages 4 to 7 years while, for older children, The Gloucestershire Youth Theatre (GYTC) and the Everyman Theatre run groups for ages 7 upwards and are currently recruiting new members. If you are interested in joining, email GYTC (see below).

The Everyman also participates in the national Arts Award Scheme and is Gloucestershire’s central hub for Arts Award programmes, a framework for learning new skills based around any arts or media activity and which provides opportunities to gain a recognised qualification in the arts. For more information please contact Louise Partridge (below).

Everyman Theatre Box Office T: 01242 572573 W: www.everymantheatre.org.uk Louise Partridge Head of Education at the Everyman Theatre E: louise.partridge@ everymantheatre.org.uk Gloucestershire Youth Theatre E: gytc-youththeatre @hotmail.com

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Ellen White discovers that new arrivals in Reception and Year 1 will be made to feel welcome and comfortable as they embark on this new stage in their life.

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t seems like only yesterday that your child was learning to crawl. Now, suddenly, the time has come for them to venture out on their own and begin the journey of formal education.

Starting school is one of the first major changes in a young child’s life, and, while exciting, it can be daunting too.

In his famous ‘Seven stages of man’ soliloquy, Shakespeare paints a gloomy picture of pupil enthusiasm as “the whining school-boy . . . creeping like snail unwillingly to school”. And, while those words might have been true even into the modern era,

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the learning environment has changed enormously in recent decades as the educational establishment has understood that happy pupils make for good students.

A 2013 research report by the Professional Association for Childcare and Early Years (PACEY), found that 97% of childcare professionals define children who are ‘school ready’ as those with strong social skills, able to cope emotionally with parental separation, relatively independent in their own personal care and have a curiosity about the world and desire to learn. The same report found that these attributes were considered more important than cognitive and academic skills such as reading and writing.

Most schools settle new children into Reception gradually, offering short days or mornings to start. “We have a process called ‘Linger and Learn’ which involves the parents too,” says South Gloucestershire early years teacher Sandra Witter. “Initially, children only attend school in the morning, and we have tables laid out with puzzles, games and activities so parents can spend 10 minutes or so helping their child to settle in, showing them practical things like where their coat peg is to encourage independence.

We also have a ‘buddy system’ for the first eight weeks where each reception child is paired up with a pupil from Year 6. We arrange visits to the school for the younger children in July so, come September, they will have already met who they’re being paired up with.”

Extra support can also be available if your child is young for their year: children with summer birthdays may find it hard to keep up with the start of term

in September. Many local authorities now offer Reception places after a child’s fourth birthday, with the option to request a later start in the school year once a place has been accepted. Your local government website has the information you need to apply for a place and how to defer if you wish.

The start of school can be a big step for parents, too, so remember it’s completely natural to feel nervous. As Ben Craib, father of Theo, 4, says, “He can’t wait to go to school and craves friendship with other children. The anxiety is probably more from us parents than him.”

And if it seems like they’re not settling straight away, don’t worry because support is available. “We have an open door policy where parents can drop in at any time and talk to the teacher about their child’s progress,” says Sandra.

“During the first six weeks we offer parent information evenings covering everything from how

reading and writing will be taught, to what to bring for P.E.” So, parents, if you’re worried, remember that starting school is often tougher on you than on your kids and that primary schools in the region will be doing their utmost to ensure they have a smooth, happy transition to their new learning life. “Creeping like snail”? “What light through yonder window breaks?” might be more appropriate!

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FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SHOWS ★ GLOUCESTER, CHELTENHAM, STROUD & BEYOND Finders Keepers, Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, Wed 5 Oct.

GLOUCESTERSHIRE BACON THEATRE Dean Close School, Shelbourne Road, Cheltenham GL51 6HE. 01242 258002, www.bacontheatre.co.uk The King and I Thu 15-Sun 18 Sep, 7.30pm/2.30pm (Sat and Sun), £12-£16 • Enter the luxurious court of the King of Siam as award-winning Promenade Productions promise a colourful musical, including songs ‘Getting to Know You’ and ‘Shall We Dance?’.

The Message is in the Music Sat 24 Sep, 5.30-11pm, £22-£25 • Family-friendly comedian Tony Vino comperes an evening of music, laughter and entertainment including performances from gospel singer Philippa Hanna, The King Solomon Band and Valerie Maxfield. Charity event with all proceeds going towards local community projects.

Vienna Festival Ballet: Snow White Sun 9 Oct, 5pm, £19 (adult)/£14 (child) • Barry McGrath choreographs an energetic dance version of the Brothers Grimm classic tale.

Expect the usual beautiful princess, enchanted mirror and poisoned apple, plus some hiphopping dwarves.

Once Upon A Time Fri 28-Sat 29 Oct, 2pm and 6pm, £9 (adult)/£7 (child) • Girlguiding Gloucestershire presents a journey through pantomime with a talent show twist as they search for a competition winner with help from Bob the Cow. Performed by members of Brownies, Rainbows, Guides, Seniors and Group Leaders.

EVERYMAN THEATRE Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573, www.everymantheatre.org.uk Finders Keepers Wed 5 Oct, 2 and 6pm, all tickets £9.50 • Two quirky characters living on a scrapyard have their lives turned upside down in this fun-filled, highly visual family show inspired by the story of Moses. Using music, puppetry and comic happenings with no dialogue, accessible to both deaf and hearing audiences.

THE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE 47-53 Bath Road, Cheltenham GL53 7HG. 01242 522852, www. cheltplayhouse.org.uk Musical Magic 2 Wed 28 Sep-Sat 8 BACK TO SCHOOL 2016

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Dec, 7.30pm (weekdays), 1.30pm & 6pm (Saturday) £6/£4 • Amateur production of the King Arthurrelated yarn by The Village Players in association with Ben Crocker Pantomimes.

THE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE High Street, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset BS23 1HP. 01934 645544, www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk Gangsta Granny Wed 19-Sat 22 Oct, see website for times, £18(adult)/£15.50(child) • The producers behind Horrible Histories adapt David Walliams’ best-selling book. Follow Ben on the adventure of a lifetime with Granny, who has a few secrets up her sleeve.

1 Oct, 7.45pm/2.30pm (Sat only), £12 (adult)/£10 (child) • Expect popular show tunes from well known musicals including ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ and ‘The Sound of Music’.

STRATTON MEADOWS Gloucester Rd, Stratton, Cirencester, GL7 2JX, www.giffordscircus.com.

Gifford’s Circus Thu 8-Mon 19 Sep, see website for times, £10-£29 • Get down to the whipcrackin’ high-tumblin’ bottlejugglin’ horse-wranglin’ Giffords Circus show. STOP PRESS A final, end-of-season charity performance is held at the Giffords HQ, Fennells Farm, Stroud, on Sun 25 Sep, at 5pm. All proceeds from the show go to Maggie’s Cheltenham Cancer Care Centre.

FURTHER AFIELD BRISTOL HIPPODROME St. Augustine’s Parade, Bristol BS1 4UZ. 0844 871 3012, www. atgtickets.com/Bristol The Sound of Music Tue 30 AugSat 3 Sep, 7.30pm, plus 2.30pm Wed, Thu and Sat, £20.40£46.40 • Based on Baroness Maria von Trapp’s 1949 autobiography, this new production of the tale popularised by Hollywood in the 1960s tells the story of the world-famous singing family.

From their romantic beginnings as they search for happiness, they make a thrilling escape as their homeland, Austria, is taken over by Hitler’s Third Reich in the 1930s. Songs include ‘Favourite Things’ and ‘Do-Re-Me’.

Peppa Pig’s Surprise Wed 7-Thu 8 Sep, 1pm/4pm (Wed), 10am/1pm (Thu), £17.15-£23.15 • The Pig family and friends are back with

a brand new stage show in which Mummy and Daddy Pig have a surprise for Peppa and George. Can you guess what it is?

THE BRISTOL OLD VIC King Street, Bristol BS1 4ED. 0117 987 7877, www.bristololdvic.org.uk Peter Pan Wed 16 Nov–Mon 29 Dec, 7pm, 1pm & 2pm, £15-£60 • In JM Barrie’s much-loved tale Peter Pan, leader of the Lost Boys, loses his shadow during a visit to London.

Headstrong Wendy (Madeleine Worrall, Jane Eyre) helps him reattach it. In return she is invited to Neverland - where Tinker Bell the fairy, Tiger Lily and the vengeful Captain Hook, played by Sophie Thompson (Harry Potter And The Deathly Hallows, Four Weddings and a Funeral) await. Director Sally Cookson promises a wondrously inventive version of the tale.

ST. GEORGE’S BRISTOL Great George Street, Bristol BS1 5RR. 0117 925 3333, www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk Wild Words: Glorious Greeks Tue 25 Oct, 3.30pm, all tickets £6 • Modern take on the classic tale of Odysseus. Outwit greedy monsters, escape the savage Cyclops, survive the sweet-singing siren sisters and overcome vengeful gods to save the day with the cleverest Greek hero of all time. Followed by a 4.30pm Playshop, free for ticket holders.

MiniBeats: Petrifying Pianos Sun 30 Oct, 10.15am (ages 3-5), 12pm (ages 5-8) and 2pm (relaxed performance), all tickets £6 • Halloween fun, featuring Monstrous Mussorgsky, Spine-Chilling Saint Saëns and Ghastly Grieg! Dressing up is definitely allowed and there are prizes for the best costumes.

PILNING VILLAGE HALL Pilning, South Gloucestershire 01454 633786/632813.

Villageplayerspilning@gmail.com Camelot, the Panto Wed 7-Sat 10

REDGRAVE THEATRE Percival Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 3LE. 0117 315 7000. www.redgravetheatre.com The Redgrave has no permanent box office so please book directly with the visiting companies listed below.

Nieveland Sun 18 Sep, 2 and 4pm, all tickets £10. Book via Redgrave’s website • Grupo Mamarracho theatre add to the saga beginning with Hans Christian Anderson’s ‘The Snow Queen’ and continued by Disney’s ‘Frozen’. Follow the adventures of Queen Elsa, her daughters and the Wizard . This show is in Spanish.

TOBACCO FACTORY THEATRE Raleigh Road, Bristol BS3 1TF. 0117 902 0060, www.tobaccofactory.com Take it On: Delve into Dahl Mon 12 Sep, 4.30-6pm, £6 per child • Learn specialist skills and practice theatre techniques around the theme of works by Roald Dahl. Suitable for ages 10 to 13.

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Wed 14-Sat 17 Sep, 8pm/2.30pm (Sat only), £12 (adult)/£8 (child) • Physical comedy theatre company Le Navet Bete present their own spin on the tale of Dorothy and friends.

Expect ridiculous characters, live music and song, plus silly dances.

The King and I, Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham, Thu 15-Sun 18 Sep.

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OPEN DAY COME AND SEE US AT WORK

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Stroud’s mixed comprehensive with Sixth Form invites prospective students and parents to our

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ROUNDABOUT Your ultimate family diary of what’s on, where & when

Deadlines: List your school’s events in Primary Times for free. We work a half-term in advance so we’re now collecting information for late October, November and December: deadline Mon 12 Sep. If your event is to raise funds for a school, a charity or your community, and is open to the public, we are keen to list it here. Please send all your events information and news/feature ideas to the editor at: mike.gartside@localworld.co.uk PLEASE CHECK BEFORE YOU TRAVEL While we make every effort to ensure these listings are accurate and up to date, event information can sometimes change after we’ve gone to press. Please check with the venue or organiser before you set off to an event to make sure it’s going ahead as planned . . . and tell them you saw it in Primary Times!

SEPTEMBER UNTIL THU 1 SEP SUMMER SAFARI Gloucester Cathedral, 12 College Green, Gloucester GL1 2LX. www. gloucestercathedral.org.uk, 10.30am-3pm/12-2pm (Sun), free • Free family trail offering plenty of hunting fun in the search for animals listed on a clue sheet.

UNTIL SUN 4 SEP WILD WORLDS The Wilson, Clarence St, Cheltenham, GL50 3JT, 01242 237431, www.cheltenhammuseums.org.uk, 9.30am-5.15pm, free • Enter an immersive world of mystical stories and fantastical creatures. The collection will reveal how animals are used to represent stories and cultural messages, focussing on the work Canoe Safari, Slimbridge, until Sun 2 Oct

of 20th century Welsh, English, Mexican, South African and Chinese ceramicists.

UNTIL SAT 10 SEP NATURE EXPLORERS Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT. 01453 891900, www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge, 9.30am5.30pm, normal admission prices apply • Activities on a different theme each week which let you discover the wetlands and investigate British wildlife and habitats.

Children get a ‘passport’ which they can have stamped when they take part. If they collect enough stamps, they’ll get a certificate.

UNTIL SAT 10 SEP CELEBRITY DUSTY DUCK TRAIL Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT. 01453 891900, www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge, 9.30am5.30pm, normal admission prices apply • Meet Dusty Duck, made with the help of Aardman Studios to help celebrate Slimbridge’s 70th anniversary. Dusty is joined by 14 specially designed models from celebrities including Joanna Lumley and CBBC’s Sam and Mark.

Follow the trail and add a stamp to your ‘passport’ as part of Nature Explorers 2016 (see listing above).

UNTIL SUN 11 SEP MEET THE ROBOTS At-Bristol, Anchor Rd, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5DB. 0117 915 1000, www.at-bristol.org. uk, drop-in sessions throughout the day, included in standard admission prices • Meet Baxter, the larger-than-life robot you can interact with, plus get under the bonnet of cutting-edge robotics research in the new Tinkering Space, part of ‘Robot Encounters’ at the science centre this summer.

UNTIL WED 21 SEP SUPERHUMAN LAB At-Bristol, Anchor Rd, Harbourside, BristolBS1 5DB. 0117 915 1000, www.at-bristol.org.uk, Drop-in sessions throughout the day, included in standard admission prices • See robots in a new light and investigate the similarities and differences between them and us. Part of ‘Robot Encounters’ across At-Bristol this summer.

UNTIL SUN 25 SEP THE STORY OF CHILDREN’S TELEVISION: 1946-TODAY M Shed, Princes Wharf, Wapping Rd, Bristol BS1 4RN. 0117 352 6600, www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/mshed, 10am-5pm, adult £5/under-16 free • Exhibition tracing the history of children’s TV from ‘Muffin the Mule’ to the multi-channel world of today. Seven decades of iconic

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Awesome Autumn, Westonbirt Arboretum, until Fri 28 Oct.

objects, memorabilia, merchandise, clips and images plus interactive games and activities, a theme tune challenge, puppet play and TV character dress-up. Look out for the Clangers hidden around the museum!

Gloucestershire, SN14 8ER, 0117 937 2501, www.nationaltrust.org. uk/dyrham-park, 12 noon-1pm, included in standard admission prices • Enjoy the autumn colours on display in the West garden on a guided tour.

UNTIL SUN 2 OCT CANOE SAFARI Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT. 01453 891900, www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/slimbridge, 11am-5pm (last hire 4pm), canoes £5 per adult • Cruise down the watery canal and look out for wildlife along the way. Canoes can hold up to three people; at least one adult must be present.

SAT 3 SEP GLOUCESTER ARMY RESERVE OPEN DAY Army Reserve Centre Eastern Avenue, Carne Place, Eastern Avenue, Gloucester, GL3 3RQ, www.army.mod.uk, 12-3pm, free • Promising a fun-filled afternoon with highlights including weapons display, military vehicles, bouncy castle, and much more, plus the chance to see local army reserves and cadet forces.

UNTIL FRI 28 OCT (FRIDAYS ONLY) AWESOME AUTUMN Westonbirt Arboretum, Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, 01666 880220, www.forestry.gov.uk/ westonbirt, 11am, included in standard admission prices • Weekly guided walks with volunteer guides discussing special aspects of autumn, from the landscape’s fruit and berries to the arboretum’s historical hidden gems.

UNTIL WED 30 NOV AUTUMN FAMILY TRAIL Westonbirt Arboretum, Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, 01666 880220, www.forestry.gov.uk/ westonbirt, 9am-5pm, included in standard admission prices • Discover the science behind autumn’s fantastic colours. Follow the trail around Silk Wood (dogfriendly), or the Old Arboretum (dog-free).

FROM 1 SEP AUTUMN GARDEN TOUR Dyrham Park, Dyrham, South

SAT 3-SUN 18 SEP GLOUCESTER HISTORY FESTIVAL Various locations, city centre, Gloucester, 01452 396572, www. gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk, Various prices and times, see website for more info • Over two weeks of talks, exhibitions and heritage open days celebrating Gloucester’s history. The festival kicks off on Sat 3 with the Gloucester Day Parade. Other highlights include a re-creation of the coronation of Henry III on Sat 10 Sep, guided walks around the city and free behind the scenes access to venues including Blackfriars Priory and the City Museum from Thu 8-Sun 11 Sep. SUN 4 SEP THE GREAT AARTY PARTY M Shed, Princes Wharf, Wapping Rd, Bristol BS1 4RN. 0117 352 6600, www.bristolmuseums. org.uk/m-shed, 11am-3pm, pay what you think • Celebration of Bristol’s Aardman studios on their 40th birthday. Make your own Morph plus many more activities for all ages. » BACK TO SCHOOL 2016

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SAT 4 SEP BEE AND POLLINATION FESTIVAL Bristol University Botanic Gardens, Stoke Park Rd, Bristol, BS9 1JG, 0117 909 9667, www. bristol.ac.uk/botanic-garden, 2pm, £4.50 • Live hive demonstrations, talks, free garden tours and family activities, plus beefriendly plants on sale.

ROUNDABOUT The Medieval Barber Surgeon, John Moore Museum, Tewkesbury, Sat 24 Sep.

SUN 18 SEP LIVING LANDSCAPE FESTIVAL National Trust’s Lodge Park, Aldsworth, nr. Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 3PP, 01451 862000, www.cotswoldsaonb.org. uk, 10.30am-4pm, £4 (adult)/£1 (child) • Food and drink marketplace, rural crafts, livestock displays and local music and dance performances all set amongst the scenic Cotswold countryside.

SUN 4, TUE 6 & THU 8 SEP THE BFG The Roses, Sun Street, Tewkesbury GL20 5NX. 01684 295074, www.rosestheatre.org, various times, £7 (adult)/£5 (child) • Theatrical screening of this film adaptation to celebrate Roald Dahl’s centenary.

TUE 6 SEP TODDLER TRAILS Dyrham Park, Dyrham, South Gloucestershire, SN14 8ER, 0117 937 2501, www.nationaltrust. org.uk/dyrham-park, 10.45am11.30am, free with standard admission prices • Garden trails designed especially for little ones; learn about shape, colour and numbers while exploring nature.

WED 7 SEP BAT WALK Dyrham Park, Dyrham, South Gloucestershire, SN14 8ER, 0117 937 2501, www.nationaltrust. org.uk/dyrham-park, 7-9pm, £5(adult)/£3(child) • Explore the gardens in search of the furry nocturnal creatures. Bat detectors provided, booking essential.

FROM SAT 10 SEP ART AND SCULPTURE EXHIBITION Chedworth Roman Villa, Cheltenham, GL54 3LJ, 01242 890256, www.nationaltrust.org. uk/chedworth-roman-villa, 10am4.30pm, included in standard admission prices • A range of artworks on display by artists, sculptors and mosaicists. Most exhibits for sale.

SAT 10 SEP NEWENT ONION FAYRE Newent Town Centre, Gloucestershire, GL18 1BZ, 01531 822750, www.newentonionfayre. org, from 10am, free • Twentyfirst annual fayre celebrating a lot more than just onions, with live music, street entertainers, dancing, animal displays, fairground rides, exhibitions, lakeside events and over 100 stands with arts, crafts and plants. Plus a fayre highlight at 1pm, the gruesome onion eating competition.

SUN 11 SEP HERITAGE OPEN DAY Corinium Museum, Park St, Cirencester, GL7 2BX, 01285 655611, www.coriniummuseum. org, 2-5pm, free • Take advantage of free entry and see behind the scenes at the museum. There also be a family fun trail for £1 with the chance to win prizes.

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Gloucestershire GL2 7BT. 01453 891900, www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge, 9.30am5.30pm, standard admission prices apply • Giant Lego animals have invaded Slimbridge: follow the wild adventure trail and try and spot all 11, from an otter to a 12 times life size dragonfly.

SUN 11 SEP SPEECH HOUSE VINTAGE SHOW Speech House Hotel, Coleford, Forest of Dean, GL16 7EL, 01594 822607, www.thespeechhouse. co.uk, 10am-5pm, £5 (adult)/ children under 15 free • Steam and vintage show with attractions including trade stalls, craft tent, falconry display, mini tractor pulling, vintage vehicles and machinery and children’s amusements.

SUN 11 SEP CLASSIC VEHICLE DAY Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, Glos, GL54 5DT, 01242 621405, www.gwsr.com, 10am, £3 (adults)/free (under 12s) • Opportunity to reminisce with like-minded enthusiasts and see displays from classic car clubs.

FROM TUE 13 SEP BRITISH WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS Nature in Art Museum, Wallsworth Hall, Sandhurst, Gloucester, GL2 9PA, 01452 731422, www. natureinart.org.uk, 10am-5pm, standard admission prices apply • Showcase of nature photography from both amateur and professional photographers. Around 100 unique shots include rare animals and marine life, living landscapes, wild woods and wildlife through video.

TUE 13 SEP SLIMBRIDGE CYGNETS: MAKING MINIBEAST MANSIONS Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT. 01453 891900, www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge, 10.30am, £1.50 per child • Make a bug hotel to provide a garden home for minibeasts in this week’s session especially for toddlers.

WED 14-WED 21 SEP DOING THINGS DIFFERENTLY Various venues across Bristol, 0117 902 9730, www.doingthingsdifferently.org.uk, See website for times and prices • Diverse and thoughtprovoking circus-style shows, workshops, exhibitions and talks aiming

to highlight and celebrate the city’s diversity.

THU 15 & THU 22 SEP TODDLER FOREST SCHOOL Dyrham Park, Dyrham, South Gloucestershire, SN14 8ER, 0117 937 2501, www.nationaltrust.org. uk/dyrham-park, 10.30am-12 noon, £7 (child)/one free adult per paying child • Learn some bushcraft, identify plants, build dens, cook over an open fire and create some crafty art work outdoors. Suitable for ages 2 to 4.

SAT 17 SEP YATE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Yate and District Heritage Centre, Church Rd, Yate, Bristol, BS37 5BG, AND St Mary’s Green, Yate.

01454 862200, www.yateheritage. co.uk, 10.30am-4.30pm, free • Expect performances and activities from cultures all around the world bringing people in Yate and South Gloucestershire together.

Children can try Indian games, sari dressing, Chinese calligraphy, craft, and English games. Also, Indian and Polish food, plus African, Indian, Chinese, Irish and English music and dancing throughout the day.

SUN 18 SEP HARVEST MOON FESTIVAL Museum of East Asian Art, 12 Bennett’s Rd, Bath, BA1 2QJ, 01225 464640, www.meaa.org.uk, 12 noon-4pm, storytelling at 12.15pm, 1.15pm and 2.15pm (booking essential), free • Celebrate this ancient East Asian tradition with craft activities inspired by the moon, plus storytelling from Martin Maudsley.

SUN 18 SEP TEDDY BEARS PICNIC Avon Valley Railway, Bath Rd, Bristol, BS30 6HD, 0117 932 5538, www.avonvalleyrailway.org, 9am5pm, £7.50 (adult)/£5.50 (child) • Children accompanied by a teddy bear travel free on both the steam and diesel hauled trains. Plus plenty of fun throughout the day including balloon modelling, Punch and Judy, teddy bear hunt and arts and crafts.

TUE 20-SUN 25 SEP ENCOUNTERS FILM FESTIVAL Watershed, 1 Canon’s Rd, Bristol, BS1 5TX, 0117 927 5100 and

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SAT 17 SEP THE ART OF SAMURAI Batsford Arboretum, Batsford, Moreton-in-Marsh, GL56 9QB, 01386 701441, www.batsarb.co.uk, 11am-12pm, standard admission prices apply • Learn about the art of the Japanese sword with a demonstration at the arboretum’s Japanese Rest House.

SAT 17-SUN 18 SEP WESTON SUPER FOOD FESTIVAL The Tropicana, Marine Parade, Weston-Super-Mare, BS23 1BE, www.westonsuperfoodfestival. co.uk, see website for times, free • Packed weekend of stalls, competitions, workshops, taste tests, storytelling, street theatre and, of course, lots of delicious local food and drink.

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Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 5TX, 0117 917 2300, www. encounters-festival.org.uk, see website for programme times, day pass (Wed, Thu or Fri) £25/festival pass £75 • Over 200 short film screenings including the children’s 7+ and 11+ awards, industry talks, animation and an exclusive evening with Aardman co-founders Peter Lord and David Sproxton.

SAT 24 SEP THE MEDIEVAL BARBER SURGEON John Moore Museum, 41 Church St, Tewkesbury, Glos, GL20 5SN, 01684 297174, www.johnmooremuseum. org. 10am-1pm and 2-5pm, £3.50 (adult)/£1.50 (child) • Discover the horrors of medieval medicine and find out why a visit to the doctor could be a case of kill or cure.

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SAT 24 SEP WILD WESTONBIRT Westonbirt Arboretum, Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, 01666 880220, www.forestry.gov. uk/westonbirt, 10am-4pm, free but must be booked in advance • Youth club with a difference for 14 to 18 year olds. Learn traditional forest survival skills including den building, fire lighting, star gazing and woodland crafts.

SAT 24 SEP REDMAIDS’ HIGH OPEN MORNING Westbury Rd, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, BS9 3AW, 0117 962 2641, www.redmaidshigh.co.uk/admissions, 9.30am, free • Look around Red Maids’ campus and find out more about the merger between Redland High and Red Maids’ when the merged school opens in Sep 2017.

SAT 24-SUN 25 SEP MALVERN AUTUMN SHOW Three Counties Showground, Malvern, WR13 6NW, 01684 584900, www.threecounties.co.uk/malvernautumn, 9am-6pm, £16 adv. or £19 on the door (adult)/£5 adv. or £7 on the door (child) • Celebration of seasonal food, gardening, the countryside and nostalgia, with

SAT 24-SUN 25 SEP 1940S WEEKEND Avon Valley Railway, Bath Rd, Bristol, BS30 6HD, 0117 932 5538, www. avonvalleyrailway.org, 9am-5pm, £10 (adults)/£8 (child)/under 5s free • A whole weekend of vintage fun and attractions taking a lighthearted look at life during World War II. Expect live music, vintage stalls, sweet shop, vehicle displays, Punch and Judy and an appearance from ‘Winston Churchill’.

SAT 24 SEP ST EDWARD’S OPEN DAY St Edward’s Senior School, Cirencester Rd, Charlton Kings, GL43 8EY, 01242 538600, www. stedwards.co.uk, 9.30am-3pm, free • Visit Cheltenham’s only independent day school on guided tours of the facilities and grounds from current pupils.

SAT 24-SUN 25 SEP DAY OUT WITH THOMAS Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, Glos, GL54 5DT, 01242 621405, www.gwsr.com, 9am, call for ticket prices • Two days of fun and games, live re-enactments, face painting and more with Thomas the Tank Engine and friends.

SUN 25 SEP ARCHITECTURAL CAKE COMPETITION Narrow Quay, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 4BA, www.architecturecentre. co.uk, 2pm-3pm, free • Bakers are invited to make their own edible Bristol landmark. Creations will be judged by a local VIP with prizes available for individual, group and child entries.

TUE 27 SEP SLIMBRIDGE CYGNETS: TRACKS AND TRAILS Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT, 01453 891900, www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/slimbridge, 10.30am, £1.50 per child • Whose footprint is that?

Learn about the tracks of ducks, deer and more in this week’s session especially for toddlers.

SAT 1 OCT QEH OPEN MORNING QEH, Berkeley Place, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1JX, 10am-12 noon, www.qehbristol.co.uk, free • A chance for parents to tour the school’s new science and art facilities and discuss the education QEH can offer your child after leaving primary school.

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David Walliams, just one of the authors appearing at Bath Children’s Literature Festival, Sat 1 to Sun 9 Oct.

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It’s the festival’s 10th birthday with guests including David Walliams, astronaut Chris Hadfield, Liz Pichon, Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy, Michael Morpurgo, children’s laureate Chris Riddell and Malorie Blackman.

FROM TUE 4 OCT (WEEKLY) DRAWING FACTORY Prema Arts Centre, South St, Uley, nr Dursley, GL11 5SS, 01453 860703, www.prema.org.uk, 4.30pm-6pm, £54 per course • Develop more advanced drawing skills with illustrator Imogen Harvey-Lewis. Featuring slightly more technical creative exercises for those aged 10+. Six week course.

FROM WED 5 OCT (WEEKLY) CREATIVE FACTORY Prema Arts Centre, South St, Uley, nr Dursley, GL11 5SS, 01453 860703, www.prema.org.uk, 4.30pm-6pm, £54 per course • Weekly art classes for ages 7-10.

Illustrator Imogen Harvey-Lewis shares techniques to give youngsters a solid foundation in drawing and creativity. Six week course.

THU 6 & THU 13 OCT TODDLER FOREST SCHOOL Dyrham Park, Dyrham, South Gloucestershire, SN14 8ER, 0117 937 2501, www.nationaltrust.org. uk/dyrham-park, 10.30am-12 noon, £7 (child)/one free adult per paying child • Learn some bushcraft, identify plants, build dens, cook over an open fire and create some crafty art work outdoors. Suitable for ages 2 to 4.

SAT 8 OCT FUNGI FORAY Westonbirt Arboretum, Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, 01666 880220, www.forestry.gov. uk/westonbirt, 10.30am-12.30pm and 2pm-4pm, £5 (adult)/£2 (child) • Cotswold Fungus Group presents a fun and informative foray in honour of National Fungus Day. TUE 11 OCT SLIMBRIDGE CYGNETS: AUTUMN CRAFTS Slimbridge Wetland Centre,

Gloucestershire GL2 7BT. 01453 891900, www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/slimbridge, 10.30am, £1.50 per child • Make colourful crafts using fallen leaves collected on a walk.

SAT 22 OCT THE BIG DRAW: WE DO MEAN BIG Victoria Art Gallery, Bridge St, Bath, BA2 4AT, 01225 477233, www.victoriagal.org.uk, 10.30am12.30pm and 2pm-4pm, standard admission prices apply/free with discovery card • Create a larger than life drawing of yourself in the gallery. Part of Museums Week.

SAT 22-SUN 30 OCT MUSEUMS WEEK Various locations across Bath and North Somerset, www.bathmuseumsweek.co.uk • The new name for Heritage Open Week which has been running for over 30 years during the autumn half term.

Holders of a discovery card get free entry to a range of venues all week, including Bath Fashion Museum, Victoria Art Gallery, Sally Lunn’s House, Bath Abbey and many more. For more info about discovery cards go to www.bathnes.gov. uk/discoverycard MON 24-FRI 28 OCT THE BIG DRAW: EX LIBRIS The Roman Baths, Stall St, Bath, BA1 1LZ, 01225 477785, www. romanbaths.co.uk, 10am-1pm and 2pm-4pm, included in standard admission prices • Part of Museums Week - learn a bit of Latin and make a Roman bookmark to take home.

TUE 25-THU 27 OCT THE BIG DRAW: LEG ROOM Fashion Museum, Assembly Rooms, Bennett St, Bath, BA1 2QH, 01225 477789, www.fashionmuseum.co.uk, 1pm-3.30pm, included in standard admission prices/free with discovery card • Create life-sized leggings with amazing patterns inspired by outfits on display. Part of Museums Week.

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Whether they’re begging for a puppy or a hamster to cuddle or nurture, children have many reasons to want to add a furry or feathered friend to the family.

And children certainly benefit from owning a pet. Behavioural psychologist Dr. Deborah Wells reports in ‘The Independent’ that pet owning children showed higher levels of self-esteem and more advanced cognitive development. Paediatrician James E. Gern has also conducted a number of studies that demonstrate having a pet in the home can lower a child’s likelihood of developing related allergies by up to 33 percent, and that children exposed early on to animals tend to develop stronger immune systems overall.

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Richard Angell of Angell Pets, Gloucester. “Many people think an animal like a goldfish is very easy to look after but it’s more work than you’d think! It’s vital to understand that, when you buy an animal, you’re buying it for its lifetime, including the costs that come with it. Some animals need specialist vet treatment and enclosures, and that’s before you factor in a lifetime of food, bedding and extras such as pet insurance.”

Once you’ve evaluated, and decided that you have the time and the finances to support your new commitment, you need to choose a pet that most suits your family and lifestyle.

While they’re not called man’s best friend for no reason, dogs are arguably the most time consuming commitment of all popular pet choices. Even the choice of dog has its own challenges and consequences. Do you want to go for a pedigree, a puppy, a mixed breed dog or an animal from a refuge?

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into account how much space they need, especially with dogs,” says Alex Ray from Bristol pet shop Alfie and Bella. “We’ve also had a lot of queries from people who work ‘9 to 5’ and want to leave their pet all day: sadly, with dogs, that just isn’t practical or fair.” It’s vital to choose a breed that fits in with your lifestyle and free time. All dogs need exercise every day, but smaller types such as the French bulldog only require one 15 to 20 minute walk, while a border collie needs around two hours per day to run around.

If you’re thinking of buying a pedigree, The Kennel Club website is a good place to start.

Meanwhile, animal shelters have an abundance of rescued dogs who need a loving home. “As well as basics such as food, leads and toys, there are other expenses to consider such as injections, vaccinations and flea treatments,” Alex points out. “Our philosophy is that an animal’s diet is just as important as a human’s, so it’s worth doing your research into what ingredients go into the dog food you’re buying.”

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companionship, while others are happier being left to their own devices. Consider whether you’d be happy with either. If you want a devoted lap cat and it spends most of the time outside, you may be disappointed. Whether a cat is indoor or outdoor, they still require a litter tray inside, preferably hidden somewhere private, and a regular feeding schedule such as before and after work. They can also breed up to three times a year, so it’s vital to get the females spayed, if you don’t want a litter of kittens on your hands. You may also want to consider neutering a tom

(boy) cat, as they are notorious for leaving smells around the house and getting into fights with other toms. Again, rescue homes will have many felines in need of a loving family if there are no kittens in your area. “All our animals are temperament assessed so we know which ones are suitable to live with children,” says Rachel Jones from Bath Cats and Dogs Home. “We can advise you on who would be a perfect fit for your family.”

Aside from the family cat, I gained my very own pet aged 9 in the form of a tiny black and white hamster, and it’s easy to see why they remain very

popular first pets for children.

They are relatively inexpensive to keep, don’t take up too much

“Do your research before you even set foot in a pet shop,” Richard Angell, Angell Pets space and keep themselves very clean. Just bear in mind that they are nocturnal so you may not want the cage in anyone’s bedroom as the turn of the hamster wheel can be surprisingly noisy. Richard also recommends rats as an alternative. “Not only are they intelligent, interactive and robust, but their lifespan isn’t too long if you’re worried about children getting bored.”

Meanwhile, adds Rachel, “Guinea pigs are great as they are very social and fun. It’s important that they live with other guinea pigs as they are highly sociable animals.” They may not be as cuddly, but birds can still make great pets for children if you choose a suitable type. A canary is a good option for younger children as they don’t require one-on-one playtime, just food, water and cage

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cleaning. They are also happy to be solitary and famous for singing, although be aware that only male canaries are known for typical singing behaviours.

If children are older or want a more interactive pet then a budgie is a very popular choice.

It can be a great best friend if the child takes the time to tame and interact with it, and it’s usually a quiet pet, although some birds chatter quite a bit or even talk. Alongside daily food, water and cage cleaning, budgies need toys and a play gym to explore.

Be aware, however, budgies and canaries can live up to 15 years, so there’s still a large time investment to consider.

Finally, if you feel ready to add to your family, says Richard, “Please buy from someone who knows what they’re doing: I can’t stress this enough. Beware random online adverts as there’s a chance the animal hasn’t been looked after properly and the advertiser wants to get rid of it quickly.”

Once the main pitfalls of choosing a pet have been avoided, says Rachel, “Caring for an animal is a great learning curve. Children and their pets can become the best of friends.”

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Wild LEGO The giant LEGO brick animal trail is set to return to WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre from Sat 17 Sep to Sun 6 Nov, with the sculptures sitting among some of their real-life cousins. The awesome models, which include a giant otter, form a trail for kids (and big kids) to inspire them to build a better future for nature. Visitors will enjoy the trail of 11 individually-designed 1.5 metre LEGO brick animals, some inspired by real species at Slimbridge Wetland Centre.

Included are a Hawaiian goose (the world’s rarest goose), a red breasted goose, a mallard and a large North American river otter. Plus additional surprise new models for 2016!

Ffi: WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre Slimbridge, Gloucestershire GL2 7BT T: 01453 891900 W: wwt.org.uk

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The fun doesn’t have to stop when the kids go back to school!

Get the new school year off to a swimmingly good start with Everyone Active’s award-winning swim activities.

Its comprehensive Learn to Swim programme includes a wide range of activities to help your child start and maintain their aquatic journey. The sessions include rookie lifeguarding, diving, water polo and even synchronised swimming. Lessons run for 50 weeks a year, six days a week and are available to children over the age of four months.

In addition, your child can get ‘Wet n’ Wild’ with fun inflatable sessions and you can even make a splash as a family with Family Fun Swim activities. There’s lots available at your local Everyone Active leisure centre.

With the seasons beginning to change at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in Bristol, late summer is a great time to watch nature at its best with a host of impressive animals still enjoying the mild weather outside, including African elephants, white rhinos, big cats and spectacled bears.

If you haven’t already visited for your own teddy bears’ picnic at the zoo this year, why not get along to see its landscaped Andean Adventure, home to spectacled bear brothers Tupa and Sonco? You won’t be disappointed!

The farm always aims to offer a fun visit all day, in all weather – if it’s rainy this month, enjoy the large heated play barns, the perfect place for kids to let off steam. Take the family along today and enjoy 12 exciting adventure play areas at Bristol’s award-winning attraction, given the ‘Certificate of Excellence’ from Trip Advisor for a third year running.

For a fantastic family day out, walk beside nature’s giants at Noah’s Ark this season!

Ffi and to find your nearest leisure centre W: www.everyoneactive.com

Ffi: Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm W: www.noahsarkzoofarm.co.uk

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Maths and movement If your child is struggling at maths, whether it’s the times tables or complicated algebra, it may be because the traditional method of sitting down and calculating, is not the most suitable way for her or him to learn. James Christian has been teaching the subject for 20 years and has developed a way which explains mathematical problems through the use of physical movement. From primary school level to GCSE, children who have hit a “block” with maths, or a particular part of the subject, often go on to great success using his method.

“For the last 10 years I have been awakening children to the dynamics of maths,” says James, “be it the times tables, fractions, decimals, geometry or algebra, as a pathway which leads to an understanding of the world of numbers as a whole. Even children with no connection to the subject have gone on to enjoy it and thrive.”

Ffi: James Christian T: 01453 751285

Get 11+ ready 11 + Tutoring Academy rated as “Excellent” by both parents and pupils The Gloucestershirebased tuition provider 11 + Tutoring Academy is delighted to announce it has been shortlisted as a finalist in the national Education Investor Awards 2016. The academy’s Kathryn McMahon says, “We’re delighted to have been shortlisted in such a prestigious competition.”

The academy provides group tuition supported with one- to-one sessions. Its well -structured course offers weekly tuition and specialist online homework designed to build children’s confidence and skill base for the CEM 11+ Exam.

Courses start mid-September 2016 for the 2017 exam.

11 + Tutoring Academy has written targeted practice books, published

by Letts, for the 11 + Exam, on sale in WHSmith and on Amazon.

Philip McMahon (head tutor and author of the Letts books) is a professional tutor with many years of experience in preparing pupils for this key exam.

Bookings for this popular course are currently being taken. To reserve your child’s place and to see the glowing testimonials from its 2014 pupils, visit the company’s website (below).

Ffi: 11 + Tutoring Academy W: www.11plustutoringacademy.co.uk

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Outdoor learning at its best • Rendcomb College is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school for children aged 3 to 18 located between Cheltenham and Cirencester. Set within the stunning Cotswold village of Rendcomb, outdoor learning is embedded in the curriculum.

In addition to fantastic indoor facilities including gold standard science labs, a new £3.3 million performing arts centre (opening this autumn), and ample bright, spacious classrooms with inspiring views, pupils also enjoy the school’s extensive 230 acres including a forest school, wilderness, deer park and 10 acre sport and shooting ground.

It is no wonder that being ‘adventurous’ is part of the school’s mantra.

Timetabled forest school sessions are led by qualified experts for nursery and junior pupils, while older pupils embark on the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award scheme, undertake leadership exercises and use the ‘great outdoors’ during science and geography lessons.

Seeing art scholars on the lawns sketching the Grade II listed buildings that make up the school’s campus is also a common sight.

Register to attend Rendcomb College’s whole school opening morning on Saturday, 1 October to see classes in action, explore the magnificent grounds and find out more about the admissions process including scholarships at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

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Tel: 0117 932 5538 www.avonvalleyrailway.org Bitton Railway Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol BS30 6HD

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Let the wild rumpus begin!

• Looking for an awesome, active, adventurous birthday party? Then check out what Mojo Active can offer. Young and old will have an unforgettable celebration in the 140 acres of private fields and woodland at Mojo Active, located five minutes from Bristol’s Cribbs Causeway. Choose a combination of outdoor fun activities including the assault course scramble, high ropes adventure, the spooky tunnel maze, the mind boggling low ropes, the climbing wall conquest, or battle mayhem with archery tag or the hilarious zorb football.

The highly trained military instructors will ensure everyone has a fantastic time and they’ll adjust the activity to suit different ability levels. Most activities are suitable for children aged 7 plus but they can run alternative activities for children over 4. Mojo Active also tailors parties to suit a theme or incorporate a child’s favourite sport and offers various party tea options if required.

And for those milestone adult birthdays, why not try the Mojo Adventure Challenge: an adrenaline-pumping, ‘I’m a Celebrity’style adventure that will test the patience, teamwork, communication and skill of family and friends? Teams will need a combination of brain and muscle power to uncover the codes, find the keys and complete the tasks to finish the challenge. And to top the day off, why not enjoy one of the various catering options available with a few celebratory drinks? Turning another year older couldn’t be more fun with Mojo Active parties.

Ffi: Mojo Active T: 01454 660075 W: www.mojoactive.co.uk.

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Achieving maximum potential • Dene Magna School continues to grow and develop its excellent reputation. It is an outstanding school and a Teaching School, which means it works in partnership with other schools to help their improvement. Teachers are passionate about their subjects and its pastoral care is second to none.

Visitors comment on Dene Magna’s calm and purposeful learning environment, while its curriculum is broad, balanced and caters for all learners. The school regularly reviews its progress, while students, parents and carers love being part of Dene Magna.

This year sees the school roll increase to 175 and two new teaching blocks have been built to accommodate this growth. Dene Magna is passionate about teaching and learning and works hard to ensure it creates a genuine community. Relationships and honesty are key to Dene Magna’s success and staff work in genuine partnership with students and parents to ensure that students achieve their maximum potential and enjoy the process. Academic standards are very high and the progress and outcomes for different groups of students are outstanding. Behaviour is exemplary and students, staff and parents are proud to belong to a house within the school that develops friendships, competition and a genuine sense of belonging. Dene Magna believes that its outward facing nature, excellent standards and outcomes and a genuine pride in being part of the Forest of Dean make it the perfect choice for your daughter or son. Why not contact the school for a tour and see for yourself?

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Ffi: Dene Magna School W: www.denemagna.gloucs.sch.uk

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Ffi: Magicland W: www.magicland.co.uk

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• With its huge 13,000 square foot play area and large, multi-tiered soft play structure, Magicland is probably Gloucestershire’s largest indoor soft play area that the entire family can enjoy.

Allow your children to let off some steam, on the astra and wave slide or have fun in the cannon area, where foam balls are shot at various targets, including the other visitors. Aside from the ball rivers, zip slides, log ramps, and another winding slide, Magicland also has its own five-a-side indoor football pitch alongside the play area, for the budding footballers.

Those with babies or children under 4, can enjoy a specific area, dedicated to them, with its own ball pond, mini slide, crawl tube and play equipment. Not forgetting the area specifically for little ones under 18 months, complete with bouncers, mirrors and bouncing buttercup!

Magicland also caters for school trips and parties – contact the attraction for further details. It also has regular fun activities and events throughout the year, including a fantastic face painter, every Sunday. Plus, there are craft sessions, magic shows, teddy bears’ picnics, and discos booked in. Keep an eye on the website (below) for all the fantastic events coming soon. Magicland looks forward to welcoming to you to its world of fun, fun, fun!

For more information or to arrange a visit, call 0117 930 3068 or visit www.qehbristol.co.uk

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Hello Kids!

Our friends at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm enjoyed your last set of pictures so much that they are offering a free family ticket to three lucky winners of my next art competition. The subject is Animals and People, so send me your paintings or drawings about any of the different ways animals work, play or live with us humans.

It can be any type of animal you like, from pets and farm animals to wildlife.

So send me your pictures to: Arty Barty, Primary Times, 1 Temple Way, Bristol, BS2 0BY, or email high resolution jpegs to my editor at: mike.gartside@localworld. co.uk Don’t forget your name, age, full home postal address and the name of your school.

Deadline: Mon 12 Sep. Have fun!

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Arty Barty Your ideas for useful robots were so inventive, it was very hard to choose the best pictures. Congratulations to the winner who receives a family ticket to At Bristol.

7, Richard Hancock, imary Corsham Regis Prhire Academy, Wilts rson “Help!” says the pe wave nt in the sea as a gia Luckily looms over them. guard Richard’s robot lifethe day is on hand to saveety ring with a special saf hands. and robot glowing des of The different sha d for use blue Richard has d with the sea contraste e this sur en ot rob the red ght and picture is very bri colourful.

WINNER! Harikesh Rajanikanth, 6, Field Court C of E Infant Academy, Gloucester Regular contributor Harikesh has drawn a robot building another robot! I love the way their brightly coloured buttons stand out against the grey.

Amaris Messenger, 8, St Lawrence C of E Primary, Lechlade Amaris’s ‘Sleep Tight’ robot looks so friendly and inviting with his stripy pyjamas and twinkly, star-shaped head. His very important job is to put you to bed and read stories, so your parents can get on with other important work, she says.

Delightfully cursed

Tracing 40,000 years of art, from prehistoric cave paintings to the present day, this illustrated collection of short stories blends fiction, history and art in one sturdy hardback tome. The book really is a joy to read and very accessible; you could start at the beginning and trace the history of art chronologically, or dip in and out as you feel, and learn about Vincent Van Gogh one day and Ancient Chinese artists the next.

The art featured spans both geography and genre, from Leonardo da Vinci and Frida Kahlo to Japanese artist Katsushika Hokusai.

Author Michael Bird incorporates real-life facts about artists’ lives and techniques into each story, and every page is richly illustrated either with Kate Evans’ watercolours or photographs of the artists’ work. At £19.95 it’s on the pricier side, but it’s such high quality it would make a lovely gift for any child with an interest in art, history or both. (Ellen White)

As a huge Harry Potter fan, I greeted the release of ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ with anticipation.

Presenting the story in play format, J.K. Rowling and her colleagues John Tiffany and Jack Thorne encapsulate what so many people fell in love with in the original Harry Potters, and bring a fresh perspective to the series. ‘Cursed Child’ deals with traditional Potter themes including friendship and family, but introduces our characters to new challenges such as overcoming past prejudices. In the developing relationship between Harry and his son, Albus, we discover that the latter does not share his father’s fondness for the old school, Hogwarts, and is rubbish at Quidditch.

It’s a delight to meet our old heroes Harry, Ron and Hermione, now middle-aged, while the new characters are a highlight of the play. As well as Albus, fresh faces include Scorpius, Draco’s son, who is unexpectedly witty and nerdy, plus Rose, Hermione and Ron’s daughter, who’s as brilliant as her mother but harbours preconceived grudges. This new chapter in the Harry Potter story does not disappoint established readers like me, and is sure to win over new fans. (Caitlin Gartside)

Vincent’s Starry Night and Other Stories by Michael Bird, illustrated by Kate Evans, £19.95, Laurence King Publishing, www.laurenceking.com

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany & Jack Thorne, £20, Little, Brown, www.littlebrown.co.uk

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