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We go Shaun the Sheep crazy this September as we peek behind the scenes of the new movie (P6), in preparation for Shaun’s big year in 2015, when he features in a schools design challenge and an arts trail.

We also explore a range of topics high on parents’ priority list, from online safety (P21) to the best way to approach choosing your child’s secondary school. Our Open Days feature (P16) arms you with all the right questions to ask.

On a personal note, I’m really excited as I become a primary school dad this year. My four-year-old, Joe, takes his first steps at school, so good luck to him, his classmates and all the other children starting their educational journey this month.

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SCHOOL OPEN DAYS P16 How to ask the right questions and find the right secondary school for your child.

ONLINE SAFETY P21 Becki Murray on an accessible, safe web.

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The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham, lays on a feast of fun with its annual pantomime, Sleeping Beauty, this autumn.

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he summer holidays may have just ended but, behind the scenes, the Everyman has already turned its attention to preparing for its annual pantomime, “Oh yes it has!”

This year the theatre presents a perennial favourite, ‘Sleeping Beauty’. Back to cause more mayhem is Tweedy the clown, fresh from a season touring with Giffords Circus. And starring as Sleeping Beauty herself is Eleanor Brown, making her Everyman Theatre debut.

Alongside Tweedy and Eleanor will be many familiar faces, including William Elliott as the Dame, Kelli Maybank as Prince Charming, and Wendy Abrahams as the Good Fairy.

Geoffrey Rowe, chief executive of the Everyman says, “Eleanor was picked from over 25 hopeful young actresses for the part. She

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ opens on Fri 28 Nov and runs until Sun 11 Jan 2015. Tickets start from £9 for schools (with a family ticket starting from £52). Don’t be caught napping, book now either via the phone or online.

Other shows to watch out for include the welcome return of the ‘Chris and Pui Roadshow’ at 11am and 2pm on Fri 31 Oct; ‘The Sooty Show’ on Sun 15 Feb and ‘Sing-ALong A Frozen’ on Wed 18 Feb. Sleeping Beauty Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham T: 01242 572573 W: www.everymantheatre.org.uk

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As ‘Shaun the Sheep Movie’ prepares to wow families next year, Frances Stewart gets a glimpse of the frenetic activity behind the scenes.

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arly one Thursday morning, a taxi drops me off in a nondescript business park near Aztec West. I begin to wonder if I ‘m in the right place, or if I’m the victim of a strange practical joke. I ‘m here for a studio tour of Aardman Animations’ newest project ‘Shaun the Sheep Movie’, scheduled for release in February next year. Surely, an internationally renowned animation company making a Hollywood movie would be based somewhere more glamorous? Eventually, I spot an ‘Aardman Animations’ sign on a vast, unprepossessing shed-like building.

But inside it’s a different story. I’m ushered into a room packed with displays of Aardman’s many awards.

Posters of previous blockbusters adorn the walls, and a table of international Shaun the Sheep merchandise is a sight to behold.

But what really grabs my attention is the genuine passion and enthusiasm of the people who work here.

This becomes increasingly evident as the tour progresses. Everyone from the model makers to the directors and producers love what they do

with an utterly infectious passion.

Shaun made his screen debut, I learn, in Aardman’s third Wallace and Gromit short film, 1995’s ‘A Close Shave’. It was only a six minute appearance but long enough to propel him into the hearts of the nation. Aardman co-founder Dave Sproxton jokes, “It was partially as a result of Baby Spice being photo-

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graphed wearing a Shaun the Sheep rucksack.” However, Shaun’s appeal has endured as he recently topped the poll of favourite BBC children’s characters of the past 70 years so it’s hardly a surprise that he now takes centre stage in his own feature film.

‘Shaun The Sheep Movie’ will see our woolly hero and his flock enter The Big City to fearlessly retrieve their farmer and rectify life on the farm after a harmless prank goes wrong.

We are treated to a short introduction to the film and the Shaun heritage by Sproxton and producer Paul Kewley. Sproxton is visibly pleased with the movie’s progress and points out that Aardman “started as a kitchen table hobby in 1976” and is now globally acclaimed. Kewley talks us through the plot, explaining that Aardman has remained faithful to the original concept of Shaun as a non-speaking character, which certainly presents its challenges over a feature-length film.

However, with expressive “baaa”-ing from Shaun and his flock, bemused mumbling from the farmer and stern “ruffs” from Bitzer the sheep dog, the dialogue will almost certainly be more entertaining than some movie

scripts we could think of. As director Mark Burton remarks, the style of humour is undeniably slapstick so words aren’t always necessary.

Next up, is the studio tour. The amount of effort put into the models is astonishing. As one model maker remarks, it is very much a labour of love. We are shown some of the clothes worn by the sheep and I‘m sorely disillusioned when I discover that they are not all little plasticine items. Nowadays, a more hi-tech foam latex is used, while senior model maker Anne King explains that using solid moulds is much better for continuity, as several pieces of the same item will be exactly the same size in every scene. But plasticine still has its place with an array of farm animals used in the film.

We’re shown an impressive street scene whose buildings stand about four feet tall. It’s packed with detail: there’s a miniature ATM machine in the wall of one building, tiny black bin bags tied up on the pavement, even miniature stickers stuck in a bedroom window. Art director Matt Perry says that the film has “an ultrarealistic feel to it. But it’s our job to make sure that you don’t really notice all this detail. It should just fit in.” As we continue around the studio, more details reveal themselves miniature graffiti under a motorway bridge, hanging baskets outside a fancy restaurant and a bicycle propped up against a wall.

Over a cup of tea, directors Richard Starzak and Burton, and producers Julie Lockhart and Kewley muse over the changing audience of animated films. Starzak and Burton both agree that whenever they make a film, they always want to make something that they themselves will find entertaining. And that’s the magic of Aardman; offering stories both childlike yet nuanced, broad yet detailed. Everyone is invited to join in.

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FAMILY & CHILDREN’S SHOWS ★ SALISBURY, SWINDON, TROWBRIDGE & BEYOND The Queen’s Knickers, The Wyvern Theatre, Swindon, Sat 18 Oct.

WILTSHIRE THE ATHENAEUM 18-20 High Street, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9AE. 01985 213891, www.theath.org.uk The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Thu 18 Sep-Sat 20 Sep, 2pm/7pm, £10/£8.50 • Join four young adventurers as they tumble through a wardrobe into the frozen magic of Narnia. Good battles evil with a whole host of characters including Mr Tumnus, the White Witch and the mighty Aslan.

SALISBURY ARTS CENTRE Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin Street, Salisbury, SP1 3UT. 01722 321744, www.salisburyartscentre. co.uk Pied Piper Sat 13 Sep, 11am & 2pm, £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (concs)/£24 (family) • Norwich Puppet Theatre brings this classic tale to life with a skilful mix of puppetry, foottapping music and storytelling.

Tashi Lhunpo Monks Sun 26 Oct, 10am & 3pm, free (drop in workshop)/£5 (performance workshop) • Spend a day with eight Tibetan monks, discovering their philosophies and lifestyle while taking part in an interactive dance workshop learning dance steps and hand gestures of a tantric prayer. Ages 5+ (drop in workshop) or 7+ (performance).

Beneath the Trees (Where Nobody Sees) Tue 28 & Wed 29 Oct, 10.15am, 11.30am, 1pm & 2.15pm, £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (concs)/£24 (family) • Set in a forest clearing, this “dreamlike” theatrical experience sees Hoodwink introduce us to fairies, fools, animals, flowers and magic.

Listen out for birdsong and look out for Shakespeare’s funniest characters.

THE WYVERN THEATRE Theatre Square, Swindon SN1 1QN. 01793 524481, www.swindontheatres.co.uk What the Ladybird Heard Sat 13-Sun 14 Sep, 1.30pm (Sat), 10am & 12.30pm (Sun), £12 • Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks’ colourful farmyard adventure is brought to life, as the ladybird is all that stands between two crafty robbers and the farmer’s fine prize cow.

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Shakespeare’s School Festival Mon 13-Tue 14 Oct, 7pm. £6.75£8.75 • Local school pupils perform Shakespeare as part of a nationwide drama festival to celebrate the Bard’s 450th birthday.

The Queen’s Knickers Sat 18 Oct, 2pm, £10/£8 • What would you do if you lost the Queen’s pants? Find out when Dilys, the Queen’s maid does, causing a national state of emergency in this comedy piece by two actors. Suitable for 3+.

Oliver Tue 21-Sat 25 Oct, 7.30pm & 2.30pm (Sat), £17/£22 • Swindon’s own musical theatre company, SALOS, stages this classic based on the Dickens story of an orphan forced to survive in a street gang after he’s abducted from his adopted family. Features a cast of 70 plus live orchestra.

The Sooty Show Sun 26 Oct 11am & 2.30pm, £12/£11 • Richard Cadell is the foil for Sooty, Sweep and Soo’s mischief in a chance to see the televised show in the flesh, or perhaps fabric.

Dick Whittington Sat 6 Dec–Mon 4 Jan, various times, £13.50-£28 • Nigel Havers stars as King Rat in Wyvern Theatre’s enchanting Christmas pantomime. This dazzling production will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, stunning sets, and fabulous costumes.

FURTHER AFIELD THE EGG Theatre Royal, Sawclose, Bath BA1 1ET. 01225 448844, www.theatreroyal.org.uk The Queen’s Knickers Sat 20-Wed 24 Sep, various times. £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (child/students) • What would you do if you lost the Queen’s pants? Find out

when Dilys, the Queen’s maid does, causing a national state of emergency in this comedy piece by two actors. Suitable for 3+.

The Curious Scrapbook of Josephine Bean Fri 26- Sat 27 Sep, various times, £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (child/student) • Discover who Josephine Bean was in this scrapbook of memories which slowly becomes a window into a secret world. Suitable for 7+.

Strictly Balti Thu 2 Oct, 1pm & 7pm, £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (child/student) • Join Saikat as he dances precariously through his dual-identity childhood, torn between Birmingham and Bangladesh. Take a humorous look at what it means to be British from someone who had to learn the hard way with ballroom dancing, Latin, werewolves and no one getting your name right. Suitable for 10+ Once in a Blue Moon Fri 3-Sat 4 Oct, 1pm (Fri), 11.30am, 3pm (Sat), £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (child/student) • It’s the moon’s birthday and he is having a party. With dance, live music and audience participation, this journey into space introduces you to some curious characters.

Suitable for 3+.

Where the White Stops Sat 11-Mon 13 Oct, 11.30am, 3pm (Sat), 7pm (Mon), £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (child/student) • Using polyphonic song and playful physical storytelling, this piece tells the adventure of Crab and her tragic obsession with the unknown as she leaves the safety of her village to journey across a vast and desolate frozen landscape. Suitable for 6+.

One Giant Leap Thu 16-Sat 18 Oct, various times, £7.50 (adult)/£6.50 (child/student) • Funny and serious, intelligent and silly, cosmic and personal, this true story examines about what we take for granted as one actor attempts to bring the whole universe into the theatre using a tennis ball, a wastepaper basket and a dash of

theatrical invention. Ages 10+ The Falcon’s Malteser Mon 20-Sat 25 Oct, various times, no Tue performance, £11 (adult)/£8 (child/student)/£30 (family)/£7.50 (schools) • Follow the adventures of the hopelessly inept private detective Tim Diamond and his sharpwitted brother Nick as they set off on a thrilling case to discover just what is so important about a box of Maltesers. Anthony Horowitz’s book is adapted for the stage by New Old Friends. Ages 8+.

THE BRISTOL OLD VIC King Street, Bristol BS1 4ED. 0117 987 7877, www.bristololdvic.org.uk The Little Table of Delights Wed 24 Sep-Sat 4 Oct, various times. £8/£5 • Join pirouetting beetroots, eggs telling bad yolks, and a feast of food tales in this participatory picnic. Suitable for ages 7-12.

THE BRISTOL HIPPODROME St. Augustine’s Parade BS1 4UZ. 0844 871 3012, www.atgtickets. com/bristol Barnum Tue 16–Sat 27 Sep, 7.30pm (Mon-Sat), 2.30pm (Thu 25 & Sat 20 & 27), £12.50-£49.50 • This Cameron Mackintosh and Michael Harrison musical charts the irrepressible imagination and dreams of Phineas T Barnum, “America’s Greatest Showman”. Brian Conley stars as P.T. with Linxi Hateley as Chairy.

Riverdance Tue 30 Sep–Sun 5 Oct, 8pm, 2.30pm (Sat & Sun), £31.90-£48.40 • A chance for UK Riverdance fans old and new.

Twenty years after its debut, this demonstration of Irish dancing entertainment is back by popular demand.

Peppa Pig’s Big Splash Tue 7-Wed 8 Oct, 1pm & 4pm (Tue), 10am & 1pm (Wed), £16.40-£22.90 • Sing along with Peppa and her friends as they have fun putting up bunting, running stalls and raising money to fix the leaking nursery roof. Grab your wellies and brollies and get splashing.

ROYAL VICTORIA PARK BA1 2NQ. 020 3375 3970. AND DURDHAM DOWNS Stoke Road, B59 1FG 020 3375 3970, www.moscowstatecircus. com Moscow State Circus: Park Gorkogo Wed 17-Thu 21 Sep (Bath), Wed 1-Tue 12 Oct (Bristol), 5pm & 7.45pm (Wed, Thu, Fri), 3pm & 6pm (Sat), 2pm & 5pm (Sun), £10-£35 • This new production by one of Russia’s greatest cultural exports promises thrills, spills and laughs as it recreates Moscow’s cultural quarter as the backdrop to its world class circus performances.

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

Deadlines: List your school or community group’s events in Primary Times for free. We work half a term in advance so we’re now collecting information for October, November and December 2014: deadline Mon 22 Sep. If your event is to raise funds for a school or charity, and is open to the public, please let us know.

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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 MON 1 SEP JURASSIC FARM Roves Farm, Sevenhampton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7QG. 01793 763939. rovesfarm.co.uk.

Standard admission applies •Join the Roves Farm rangers and dig up, detect and maybe even discover a new species of dinosaur on a Tractor Ride.

UNTIL MON 1 SEP SUMMER HOLIDAY FUN Bowood House & Gardens, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0LZ. 01249 812102. www.bowood.org. 11am-6pm.

Adults £10.75/child £8.25/infant (2-4 years) £6.25/senior £9.25/ family (2 adults, 2 children) £32.50 • Day tickets grant entry to Bowood House and gardens, the adventure playground, soft play palace and Tractor Ted’s Little Farm. Lots to see and do for children and adults.

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UNTIL MON 1 SEP CODE CRACKING TRAIL Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village, Lacock, Wiltshire, SN15 2LG. 01249 730459. www. nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock.

10.30am-5.30pm. Normal admission charges apply •��������������� Become a special agent in the grounds of Lacock Abbey and try to crack the code on this self-led family trail.

UNTIL SUN 14 SEP NGS OPEN GARDENS Various venues. www.ngs.org.uk. £2.50 (adults)/free (children) • Amongst the best Wiltshire’s horticultural community has to offer, with the National Garden Scheme’s open garden days running until the end of summer. Details differ between properties but many provide plant sales and refreshments in idyllic surroundings.

UNTIL SUN 14 SEPT VICTORIAN SCHOOL SUMMER SUNDAYS Sevington, near Chippenham, SN14 7LD. www.sevingtonvictorianschool.co.uk, every Sun, 2pm5pm • Dress up and take part in a Victorian school experience. Try your hand at Victorian playground games plus a homemade tea in the schoolroom parlour.

UNTIL SAT 27 SEP MOCKINGBIRD Trowbridge Museum, The Shires Shopping Centre, Court Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8AT, 01225 751339, www.trowbridgemuseum.co.uk • Holt-based artist Jan Lane, part of the Cloth Road Artists, displays her flocks of papier mâché, ceramic and needle felt birds, inspired by textiles from Trowbridge Museum’s archive. The exhibition includes a flourishing programme of free craft activities for children and adults.

Creating The BBC Manor Reborn Interiors, Avebury Manor, Mon 1 Sep-Sun 21 Dec

UNTIL SAT 27 SEP WILTSHIRE FARMERS’ MARKETS Venues across Wiltshire. www. wiltshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk • Around 11 farmers markets present food from local producers, who grow and rear most of their products within Wiltshire’s borders. These include: Bradford on Avon Westbury Gardens third Thu every month until 18 Sep, 9am-1pm.

Devizes Market Place first Sat of the month and third Sat from Jul onwards until 20 Sep, 9am-1pm.

Salisbury Poultry Cross every Wed, 9am-2pm.

Calne The Pippin second Sat of every month until 13 Sep, 9am1pm.

Royal Wootton Bassett High Street fourth Sat of every month until 27 Sep. UNTIL SUN 28 SEP FAMILY FUN AT SALISBURY MUSEUM The Kings House, 65 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EN. www.salisburymuseum.org.uk • Salisbury Museum hosts a summer of family activities, such as hands-on archaeology, and exploring the history of Wessex through the earth. There is also a ‘Costumes Through The Ages’ workshop which offers the opportunity to create your own costumes and hats, or to try on replica Medieval and Victorian costumes.

UNTIL SUN 2 NOV OLD MEETS NEW IN MOMPESSON HOUSE National Trust, The Close, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EL. 01722 420980. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mompesson-house.

Mon-Wed and Sat-Sun 11am-5pm.

Adults £5.70/children £2.85/ family £14.25/garden only £1 • Mompesson House welcomes 62 artworks by 20 renowned and emerging British sculptors with

everything from woven willow in the courtyard to a paper statue of Napoleon in the library.

UNTIL SUN 4 JAN CAPTURING THE LIGHT Fox Talbot Museum, Lacock, Wiltshire, SN15 2LG. 01249 730459. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock.

10.30am-5.30pm. Admission charges apply • A showcase of this unique collection of artefacts including pre-photographic optical devices, period cameras from 1780-1860 and early photographs. There’s also a reproduction artist’s studio complete with dressing up area, so visitors can imagine themselves in an authentic Victorian photography studio.

MON 1 SEP-SUN 21 DEC SOMETHING OLD,SOMETHING NEW: CREATING THE BBC MANOR REBORN INTERIORS Avebury Manor, High St, Avebury, SN8 1RF. 01672 538016. www.nationaltrust.org/avebury. 11am-5pm (last entry 4pm). Closed on Weds. Normal admission applies • An exhibition examining the various crafts which helped to create the Avebury Manor interiors. Ranging from the Tudor times to the 1930s, and with crafts coming from as far away as China, this is a wonderful celebration of the life and times of those who lived in the manor.

TUE 2 SEP- 24 OCT TRAVELLING TRIAL Fox Talbot Museum & Lacock Abbey, Lacock, Wiltshire SN15 2LG. 01249 730459. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ lacock. 10.30am-5.30pm. Standard admission applies • Search for suitcases around the grounds of Lacock Abbey and find out what Fox Talbot discovered on his European travels.

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Persuading children to do their reading can be a challenge, but designing and using their own bookmark is a sure fire way to encourage them!

Maggy Woodley, shares her easy steps to create an easy back to school bookmark You will need: • A copy of a favourite picture • Coloured card • Ribbon • Beads • Hole punch • Scissors (adult/children’s) • Scotch Magic Tape

Step 1 Trim your images to size and place onto the coloured card. Cut around the image leaving a 1cm border of card, ensuring you leave a larger 2-3cm section at the top of the bookmark Step 2 Secure the photo to the card with a strip of Scotch Magic Tape. Repeat this until the whole bookmark is covered with the tape, front and back Step 3 Make a mark on the top of the card with a pencil where the hole should be made for the ribbon detail and punch a hole

Step 4 Thread beads onto your ribbon and secure them with a knot. Thread the ribbon through the bookmark and secure with another knot Step 5 Place your finished bookmark in your child’s reading book. Using a pen or pencil, you and your children can write straight onto the tape to keep a track of the books they have read during the school term.

For a full step-by-step guide, and further ideas and inspiration on how to use Scotch Magic Tape for a range of everyday uses visit www.facebook.com/ScotchUK.

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ROUNDABOUT Bath Children’s Literature Festival (Fri 26 Sep-Sun 5 Oct) attracts authors including (from left) Henry Winkler, Lauren Child and Michael Rosen.

on the Swindon Works and then ‘climb aboard’ the famous steam locomotives No. 4073 ‘Caerphilly Castle’ and No. 4003 ‘Lode Star’.

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Abbey, Lacock, Wiltshire SN15 2LG. 0844 249 1895. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock. 7.15pm. £8 (adults)/£4 (children). Booking essential • Ever seen a bat fly out of a gargoyle’s mouth? Join expert Tony Brazier on a watch for bats living in and around Lacock Abbey.

Learn about different species of bats and their lifestyles, see bat detecting equipment and find out if you are one of the rare people who can hear bats.

SAT 6-SUN 28 SEP HEDGEROW HARVEST Roves Farm, Sevenhampton, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7QG. 01793 763939. www.rovesfarm. co.uk. Standard admission applies.

• Take a tractor ride to taste fresh blackberries and see hazelnuts growing.

SAT 6 SEP FAMILY FIESTA Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin St, Salisbury SP1 3UT. 01722 321744 www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk.

12noon -5pm. Free • Become a living work of art with face painting, design garden landscapes on a plate or learn some new dance steps at the morning’s workshops and then enjoy performances including the Bushellini Trio’s unexpected musical delights.

Teddy’s welcome to join in.

SAT 6 SEP LONDON WELSH MALE CHOIR CONCERT FOR STOURHEAD City Hall, Malthouse, Salisbury, Wilts, SP2 7TU. 01722 434434. www.cityhallsalisbury.co.uk. 7pm.

Tickets £20 • Join the celebrated London Welsh Male Voice Choir as they perform their magical blend of traditional and ‘pop’ songs.

All money raised from this one-off concert will support the current restoration work taking place in the National Trust’s world-famous landscape garden and wider estate at Stourhead.

SAT 6 SEP MEET THE RAILWAY WORKERS Great Western Railway Museum, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EY. 01793 466637 www.steammuseum.org.uk. 10am-4pm.

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locomotives No. 4073 ‘Caerphilly Castle’ and No. 4003 ‘Lode Star’.

SAT 6- SUN 7 SEP KIDS GO FREE WEEKEND Swindon & Cricklade Railway, Blunsdon Station, Tadpole Lane, Blunsdon, Swindon, Wiltshire SN25 2DA. 01793 771615 (weekends only). www.swindon-cricklade-railway.org. £8 (adult)/£7 (senior) (Steam-hauled trains), £6 (adult)/£5 (senior) (Diesel-hauled trains) • Take a ride on a steam or diesel-hauled train and children go free.

SUN 7 SEP EMERGENCY SERVICES SHOW Hullavington Airfield, Wiltshire, J17,M4. www.emergencyservicesshow.com. 10am-4pm. £6 (adult)/£3 (child)/ free (under 3s) • Attractions from the police, fire and ambulance departments including Wiltshire’s police dog force, parachute displays, rides in fire and police vehicles, fairground, model aircraft display, go-karting and much more.

SUN 7-SUN 28 SEP FESTIVAL OF THE VOICE Stourhead, High St, Stourton, Warminster, BA12 6QD. 01747 842030. www.nationaltrust. org.uk/stourhead. 11am-4pm.

Admission charges apply • Groups from around the region provide vocal entertainment every Sunday with the glorious Stourhead as their stage.

SAT 13 SEP BRISTOL DOORS OPEN DAY Various Venues. www.bristoldoorsopenday.org. 0906 711 2191 (Bristol Tourist Information) 10am4pm. Free though some events need advance booking • This annual architectural extravaganza is a must for anyone interested in Bristol’s built heritage. Over 60 buildings not usually accessible to the public open their doors to display usually hidden treasures.

Explore buildings including The Wills Memorial Building, The Old Fire Station, 117 Wilder Street and Bristol Record Office and enjoy a range of free events and activities.

Look out for the ‘C’ symbol for venues offering special activities for children.

SAT 13- SUN 14 SEP SWINDON RAILWAY FESTIVAL Great Western Railway Museum, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EY.

01793 466637 www.steammuseum.org.uk. 10am-5pm. £10 (adults)/£7.50 (child)/£25 (family: 2 adults, 1 child) /£30 (2 adults, 2 children)/free (under 3s) • This is the big GWR event of the year where railway fans of all ages come to celebrate all things railways. View a wide range of model railways and talk to the experts before seeing the special exhibition to mark the First World War’s Centenary, ‘A Railway at War’.

SUN 14 SEP OPEN DAY AT REIN & SHINE Rein and Shine, 1 Buryhill Farm, Braydon, SN5 0AD, 01666 860068, www.reinandshine. co.uk • Free open day for anyone interested in horse riding. Twenty minute rides are available for children aged over 4. There are also stable tours and a chance to groom the horses. Pre-booking essential. There’s another open day on Sat 4 Oct. MON 15 SEP- SUN 21 SEP SALISBURY FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL & MARKET DAY Various Locations, Salisbury. www.salisburyfestival.co.uk. • Experience local gourmet produce, workshops, foodie events, street theatre and chef demonstrations from 2013 ‘Great British Bake Off’ finalist Christine Wallace, alongside lots of family fun, bustling in and around the city. Concluding with the ever-popular market day, providing stalls of organic and rustic produce, this celebration of the region’s finest food and drink offers exclusive discounts.

TUE 16 SEP CRAFT CLUB Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin St, Salisbury SP1 3UT. 01722 321744 www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk.

12noon - 5pm, free • A nationwide initiative to get people crafting.

Enjoy knitting, stitching and crochet in a relaxed atmosphere.

SAT 20 SEP MEET THE RAILWAY WORKERS Great Western Railway Museum, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EY. 01793 466637 www.steammuseum.org.uk. 10am-4pm.

Standard admission applies • Take a real step back in time as you meet engine drivers, firemen and railway workers who worked

SAT 20-SUN 21 SEP AMERICAN CIVIL WAR WEEKEND AT THE AMERICAN MUSEUM Claverton Manor, Claverton, Bath, BA2 7BD. 01225 460503, www. americanmuseum.org, 12pm5pm • The Southern Skirmish Association recreates scenes from the American Civil War. Take the family to brush up on historical knowledge and experience the action-packed excitement of live battle reconstructions.

FRI 26 SEP-SUN 5 OCT BATH CHILDREN’S LITERATURE FESTIVAL 2014 (BCLF) Various locations throughout Bath. www.bathfestivals.org. uk/childrens-literature. 01225 463362 • Claiming to be the largest dedicated children’s literature festival, this event, sponsored by The Telegraph and Waterstones, offers over 80 public, ticketed events and an extensive programme of events in schools. Attracting some of the biggest children’s authors such as Michael Morpurgo and Cathy Cassidy, it aims to engage children in reading with activities ranging from book readings and signings to arts and crafts. Some individual events are listed below and marked (BCLF).

SAT 27 SEP HORRIBLE HISTORIES WITH MARTIN BROWN (BCLF) Guildhall, High St, Bath, City Centre BA1 5AW. 01225 463362. www.bathfestivals.org.uk/childrens-literature. 10am-10.45am. £6 (age 8+) • From the ‘Terrible Trenches’ to the ‘Rotten Romans’, Horrible Histories illustrator Martin Brown brings art to life in his action-packed show full of jokes, stories and live drawing.

SAT 27 SEP LAUREN CHILD- RUBY REDFORT (BCLF) Guildhall, High St, Bath, City Centre BA1 5AW. 01225 463362. www.bathfestivals.org.uk/childrens-literature. 11.45am-12.30pm. £6 (Age 9+) • Listen to Lauren Child, the creator of characters such as ‘Charlie and Lola’, ‘Clarice Bean’ and ‘Ruby Redfort’ as she talks to Julia Eccleshare about her inspirations and hear about the fourth title in the Ruby Redfort series, ‘Feel the Fear’.

SAT 27 SEP COUNTRY COMES TO TOWN Devizes Market Square and Corn Exchange, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10. 10am • Join the Wiltshire Wildlife Trust for a day of wildlife experiences and fun, with food

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and cooking, children’s crafts and demonstrations.

SUN 28 SEP HENRY WINKLER (BCLF) Guildhall, High St, Bath, City Centre BA1 5AW. 01225 463362. www.bathfestivals.org.uk/childrens-literature. 10am-10.45pm. £6 (age 8 +) • Meet Henry Winkler, aka the Fonz in ‘Happy Days’ and author of the Hank Zipzer books (now a CBBC series). Hear him talk about overcoming dyslexia and how, together with children’s newspaper ‘First News’, he is on a mission to show children that everyone can succeed in life.

MON 29 SEP SCHOOLS PROGRAMME: MEET MICHAEL ROSEN (BCLF) Guildhall, High St, Bath, City Centre BA1 5AW. 01225 463362. www.bathfestivals.org.uk/ childrens-literature, 10am-11am. £3 (age 6+) • Meet the former Children’s Laureate for a hilarious rollercoaster of poems, jokes and stories.

OCTOBER FRI 3 OCT SCHOOL’S PROGRAMME: IF YOU COULD SEE LAUGHTER (BCLF) Guildhall, High St, Bath, City Centre BA1 5AW. 01225 463362. www.bathfestivals.org.uk/childrens-literature. 11.30-12.15pm. £3 (age 8+) • A captivating session of poems and words that celebrate life with the poet Mandy Coe. FRI 3-SUN 12 OCT CHELTENHAM LITERATURE FESTIVAL: BOOK IT! (CLF) Various venues throughout Cheltenham. Box office 0844 880 8094. www.cheltenhamfestivals. com • Cheltenham’s ‘festival within a festival’, specifically for families and young readers.

Spread over 10 days, Cheltenham welcomes over 600 of the finest writers, poets and actors, with plenty of activities and fun events for all the family. Guests include Michael Rosen, Malorie Blackman and five further former and current Children’s Laureates.

SAT 4 OCT MEET THE RAILWAY WORKERS Great Western Railway Museum, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EY. 01793 466637 www.steammuseum.org.uk. 10am-4pm.

Standard admission applies • Take a step back in time as you meet engine drivers, firemen and railway workers who worked in the Swindon Works and then climb aboard the famous steam locomotives No. 4073 ‘Caerphilly Castle’ and No. 4003 ‘Lode Star’.

SAT 4- SUN 5 OCT THE GREAT WESTERN BRICK SHOW Great Western Railway Museum, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EY. 01793 466637 www.steam-

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Meet the Railway Workers, Great Western Railway Museum, Swindon, Sat 4 Oct.

museum.org.uk. 10am-5pm. £10 (adults)/£25-£40 (various family prices) • Discover the amazing world of Lego bricks with neverseen-before giant models and interactive displays.

SAT 4 OCT-SUN 2 NOV LOVE LACOCK PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION Fox Talbot Museum, Lacock, Wiltshire, SN15 2LG. 01249 730459. www.nationaltrust.org. uk/lacock. 10.30am-5.30pm, normal admission prices apply • View the top 20 entries of the ‘Love Lacock’ photography competition in a stunning outdoor exhibition, including submissions from the young photographers category.

Vote for your favourite in the home of photography pioneer Fox Talbot. Voting closes on Sun 2 Nov. SAT 4 OCT- SAT 17 JAN SALISBURY AND THE GREAT WAR: FIGHTING ON THE HOME FRONT Salisbury and South Wiltshire Museum, The Kings House, 65 The Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN. 01722 332151. www.salisburymuseum. org.uk. Mon-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: 12noon-5pm. Standard admission applies • Marking the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War, this exhibition tells the stories of local people, places and events to chart the immediate and lasting impact of the Great War on Salisbury and the surrounding communities.

SUN 5 OCT DRAWING HARRY POTTERWITH JONNY DUDDLE (BCLF) Guildhall, High St, Bath, City Centre BA1 5AW. 01225 463362. www.bathfestivals.org.uk/childrens-literature, 5pm-5.45pm. £5 (age 6+) • Watch Jonny Duddle, cover illustrator of the new editions of the Harry Potter novels, draw live on stage and ask him your questions as he tells you about the process of creating new covers for these iconic children’s books.

SUN 5 OCT MICHAEL MORPURGO’S PRIVATE PEACEFUL: THE CONCERT (BCLF)

Komedia, 22-23 Westgate St, Bath BA1 1EP. 01225 463362. www. bathfestivals.org.uk/childrensliterature. 4pm-5.30pm. £15 (age 8+/family) • Based on the awardwinning book, join its best-selling author, Michael Morpurgo, as his narrative is brought to life by the songs of Coope, Boyes & Simpson.

SUN 5 OCT FRANK EINSTEIN AND THE ANTIMATTER MOTOR (BCLF) Mission Theatre, 32 Corn St, Bath BA1 1UF. 01225 463362. www. bathfestivals.org.uk/childrensliterature, 5.15pm-6pm. £5 (age 9+) • Dress up as a mad scientist and win a special prize as Jon Scieszka, US, bestselling author, talks to Jeff Norton about his science-fuelled adventure.

TUE 7 OCT CRAFT CLUB Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin St, Salisbury SP1 3UT. 01722 321744 www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk.

12noon - 5pm, free • A nationwide initiative to get people crafting.

Enjoy knitting, stitching and crochet in a relaxed atmosphere.

SAT 18 OCT MEET THE RAILWAY WORKERS Great Western Railway Museum, Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EY. 01793 466637 www.steammuseum.org.uk, 10am-4pm.

Standard admission applies •Take a step back in time as you meet engine drivers, firemen and railway workers who worked on the Swindon Works and then ‘climb aboard’ the famous steam locomotives No. 4073 ‘Caerphilly Castle’ and No. 4003 ‘Lode Star’.

TUE 21 OCT CRAFT CLUB Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin St, Salisbury SP1 3UT. 01722 321744 www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk.

12 noon-5pm, free • A nationwide initiative to get people crafting.

Enjoy knitting, stitching and crochet in a relaxed atmosphere THU 23 OCT-SUN 2 NOV CREEPY CAT TRIAL Avebury Manor and Garden, High St, Avebury, SN8 1RF. 01672

SAT 25 OCT FAMILY CONCERT: CRAZY CREATURES Wiltshire Music Centre, Ashley Road, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DZ. 01225 860100. www. wiltshiremusic.org.uk, 3pm. £5 (adults)/£3 (child) • With book illustrations, 11 musicians and Polly Ives as narrator, Jonathan Long and Korky Paul’s magical children’s stories, of Dizzy the Duck and Scratch the Cat, are brought to life. Great for families and children aged 3-8 years.

SAT 25 OCT ADHD INSPIRATION DAY Lydiard House, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 3PA. 01367 888229. www.adhdkids.org.uk/ adhd-events, 9am-5.30pm. £50 per person, funded places available • A day for parents and carers of children with ADHD, this event aims to provide inspiration, support and advice including, expert speakers on subjects from education support to nutrition, group workshops and interactive seminars and demonstrations of cutting edge ADHD therapies.

Children are welcome with purchase of a ticket but no childcare facilities available.

SAT 25 OCT- SUN 2 NOV WIZARD SCHOOL Fox Talbot Museum & Lacock Abbey, Lacock, Wiltshire SN15 2LG. 01249 730459. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lacock, 10.30am5.30pm. Standard admission applies • Do you have what it takes to be a wicked witch or a wise wizard? From broom racing to spell making, test your spooky skills on this self-led family activity course.

SUN 26 OCT TIBETAN MONKS Salisbury Arts Centre, Bedwin St, Salisbury, SP1 3UT. 01722 321744. www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk, 10am-2pm (free drop in session), 3-4pm (performance workshop), £5 • Join Salisbury arts centre on a cultural adventure as they welcome eight Tibetan monks from the Thasi Lhunpo monastery for a day packed with activities. The free drop-in workshop includes traditional Tibetan arts and crafts and the chance to learn some Tibetan, while the afternoon session gives children the chance to learn the intricate dance and hand movements of Tibetan prayer.

LISTINGS BY ELLEN WHITE, FRANCES STEWART AND BECKI MURRAY

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It’s vital to be well informed before deciding on a new school for your child. Frances Stewart discovers how to get the most out of school open days.

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very autumn, hoards of parents and prospective pupils descend on secondary schools for their open days. These are exciting glimpses into the future, as a large chunk of a child’s school life is spent in secondary school, so choosing the right one can seem like a monumental decision.

However, if approached with a sense of curiosity and interest, open days have a lot to offer.

Poring over school websites, studying results tables and asking fellow parents for advice can provide a wealth of information, but often the only reliable way to help your child decide on a new school is by visiting in person.

An open day really gives parents and children a chance to gauge the feel of a learning environment. Sophie Morris, former student at The Red Maids’ School in Bristol, found that, “The atmosphere of the school when I went to visit really appealed to me and helped me make up my mind.” Although a parent’s role at an open day is important, the child is really the indicator of whether or not the school is the right place for them, which Sarah Harris, head of marketing at The Dragon School, Oxford, agrees.

“At an open day, while parents talk to the teachers and ask questions, children can explore the school and meet other pupils.”

At The Dragon School open days, she says, there are separate activities for parents and children. “When the parents go to the Headmaster’s talk and Q&A session, the children are all taken swimming, or to another activity.”

So, open days are clearly events for the whole family rather than just for parents.

An open day can benefit hugely from forward planning.

Sandra Morris, Sophie’s mother, says, “Although we didn’t always have specific questions to ask,

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Local school open days Please note, some schools require visitors to book a place on an open day or evening, so please contact schools individually for further information before attending.

Dauntsey’s School, Devizes

we made a point of attending the headteacher’s talk at every school. This usually covered everything that we wanted to know.”

As Sarah Harris points out, “You should never be shy about asking questions. And, even if you don’t have your own questions, it is often helpful to listen to questions of other prospective parents at open days.”

Arguably, the main area that benefits from the most exploration at an open day is academic achievement. Results tables are not always reliable indicators of how well your child will do at a

certain school so it’s important to consider your child’s academic abilities and find a school that will nurture and improve them.

Talking to the teachers and pupils is a reliable way to discover whether the classroom environment will suit your child. Also, look at the facilities the school offers and see what range of clubs they have on offer as extracurricular activities enrich and add variety to school life.

If you know exactly what you want to gain from an open day, it can offer a special insight into school life.

Do’s and don’ts

DO be guided by your child. Do they look interested in the school? Are they overwhelmed by the size?

DON’T do all the talking on your child’s behalf. As they will eventually be the ones attending, encourage them to ask questions and talk to teachers and current pupils.

DO plan your visit with your child. Discuss what you want to gain from the visit and what you want to find out. It can be useful to plan a small list of questions before you go.

DON’T try to shorten the length of your visit. See every available classroom, sit through any presentations made by staff and talk to as many pupils as possible. The more information you can gain, the more informed your final decision will be.

SAT 20 SEP (BOARDING) & SAT 11 OCT (DAY) (BOTH MORNING) THE DRAGON SCHOOL Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6SS T: 01865 315 400 W: www.dragonschool.org WED 24 SEP PEWSEY VALE SCHOOL Wilcot Road, Pewsey, Wiltshire SN9 5EW 6.30pm T: 01672 565000 W: www.pewsey-vale.org THU 25 SEP SHAFTESBURY SCHOOL Salisbury Road, Shaftesbury SP7 8ER 6pm T: 01747 854498 W: www.shaftesburyschool.com SAT 27 SEP STONAR SCHOOL Cottles Park, Atworth, Wiltshire SN12 8NT 10.30am T: 01225 701740 W: www.stonarschool.com SAT 11 OCT DAUNTSEY’S SCHOOL High Street, West Lavington, Devizes, Wiltshire SN10 4HE 10am T: 01380 814500 W: www.dauntseys.org THU 16 OCT ST MARGARET’S PREPARATORY SCHOOL Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0DF 9.30am T: 01249 857220 W: www.stmargaretsprep.org.uk DATE TBC SABIS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Ashwicke Hall, Marshfield, Wiltshire SN14 8AG T: 01225 891841 W: www.sisuk-sabis.net

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When it comes to drama, Dauntsey’s is unique, not only for the range and quality of its performing arts but also because it keeps standards so high while offering opportunities to all pupils, and not only those with the talent and ambition to pursue a career in this most competitive of fields.

Dauntsey’s has staged youth or amateur premieres of a string of big name musicals, including ‘Evita’, ‘Cats’, ‘Miss Saigon’ and most recently ‘Mamma Mia’, thanks to its West End connections. These connections have undoubtedly opened doors but the quality of the productions has kept them open.

Drama is part of the fabric of life at the school. Pupils can come in covered with mud straight off the rugby pitch, ready to change mental gear and get involved in an entirely different activity. And everyone who tries it finds it’s a lot of fun.

Ffi: Dauntsey’s School T: 01380 814500 W: www.dauntseys.org E: info@dauntseys.org

Tibet comes to Wiltshire Join Salisbury Arts Centre on a cultural adventure on Sun 26 Oct as it welcomes eight Tibetan monks from the Tashi Lhunpo Monastery for a day packed full of activities.

From 10am–2pm, children aged 5 and over can take part in a free drop-in workshop where they can try the unique artistic traditions of Tibetan Buddhist monastic art.

Have a go at butter sculpture and sand mandala making, printing a prayer flag and making a dukar protection wheel.

You’ll also have the chance to learn some Tibetan language.

Then, between 3–4pm, children aged 7 and over can enjoy an interactive performance workshop.

Learn about the Tibetan monastic tradition and try dance steps and intricate hand gestures from a Tantric prayer. Tickets for this workshop are £5, and places are limited so book in advance.

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Performances out of this world Perform is a unique type of children’s drama school. Focusing on child development, it uses a mix of drama, dance and singing, specially formulated to bring out every child’s true potential. Classes are kept small to ensure participants get lots of individual attention from the experienced actor/ teachers who focus on developing the ‘Four Cs’: confidence, communication, co-ordination and concentration.

Next term’s theme is outer space, which takes children on an intergalactic adventure where they’ll shimmer with the sparkly spaceman, dance the zero gravity groove and meet the man in the moon as they go on a mission to save the universe. It’s going to be great fun as well as a unique learning experience for each child and the chance to make new friends. New classes are opening in September in Salisbury and any interested children are invited to try out the classes by attending a free trial session.

Ffi: Perform T: 0845 400 4000 E: enquiries@perform.org.uk W: www.perform.org.uk

Ffi: Salisbury Arts Centre Bedwin Street, Salisbury SP1 3UT T: 01722 321744 W: www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

A fostering story Andrew joined Sally and David when he was five. He’d been severely neglected and in five months had experienced four foster placements.

“When he arrived with us the impact of the neglect was very apparent,” says the couple.

“He had difficulty walking and would often fall. His speech was extremely delayed also. Initially, the progress was slow and improvements were small.

There were times when Andrew would regress, wanting us to reject him.

“The training we received really helped us understand his behaviours.

We still have difficult days, but these are outweighed by good days.”

It’s now agreed that Andrew will live with Sally and David permanently, a huge relief for them all. If you want to make a difference to a child’s life, just as Sally and David have, get in touch with FosterPlus today.

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Safer and smarter

This is a crucial time for parents with children in Years 5 and 6, as you make the important decision about which secondary school will be best for your child. Pewsey Vale is therefore inviting parents to its open evening on Wed 24 Sept at 6.30pm. This will be an opportunity for them to see the school’s first class facilities, talk to the teachers and experience the many demonstration activities taking place.

You might have heard about Pewsey Vale’s impressive Ofsted inspection and the improvements it’s made in exam results over recent years. It’s also currently benefitting from major capital investments that will transform the ‘first impression’ of the school. Get along and see how the school ensures all pupils make excellent progress.

Swindon Borough Council is urging parents to consider “safer and smarter” journeys to school, perhaps leaving the car behind or parking away from school gates if they do drive. When children walk or cycle to school, says the council, families are concerned about the danger from traffic. School gates should be safe places, it says.

Parking around the school gate poses a danger to children as they cannot easily see or be seen by moving vehicles on the road. It also causes congestion and unnecessary stress for parents and residents alike.

If you are taking children to or from school , consider walking or cycling if you can, or if you still need to drive, consider sharing lifts with friends or ‘park & walk’ from somewhere safely away from the school gate. Your school may have their own ‘5 minute walk zone’ already set up.

For the safety of your child, their friends and the local community, the council says, please park safely, legally and considerately around schools.

Ffi: Pewsey Vale School T: 01672 565000 W: www.pewsey-vale.org

Ffi: Safer and smarter journeys to schools in Swindon E: stars@swindon.gov.uk

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Turn again for Nigel

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• From a “love rat” in ‘Coronation Street’ to King Rat in ‘Dick Whittington’, the Wyvern Theatre, Swindon, hosts one of the UK’s best known actors, Nigel Havers, as the baddie in its famous and enchanting pantomime, which runs from Sat 6 Dec to Sun 4 Jan. Nigel has been a star of stage and screen for 40 years and is well-known for a variety of roles.

He starred recently as the unfaithful Lewis Archer in “Corrie”, for which he won Best Exit at the 2013 British Soap Awards. He also appeared in another of ITV’s top shows, when he starred in the Christmas Special of ‘Downton Abbey’.

Also starring David Ashley as Sarah the Cook and Lucy Kane as Alice Fitzwarren, this production will be spectacularly brought to life with an abundance of comedy, stunning sets and fabulous costumes – plus, as you have come to expect from the Wyvern Theatre’s annual pantomime, Dick Whittington promises plenty of audience participation.

Ffi: The Wyvern Theatre Theatre Square, Swindon SN1 1QN T: 01793 535536 W: www.swindontheatres.co.uk

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Stonar welcomes boys Prep parent Julie Hedley explains why she is sending her son to a former, newly co-ed, girls’ school • “Alexander joined Reception at Stonar Prep in 2011. Although his class initially had two boys and five girls, more boys have since joined. In September he moves up to Year 3, a class of 12 with a 50/50 boy/girl split.

“When I asked him what he particularly enjoys about Stonar he said, ‘It is lots of fun, the teachers are very kind and I have lots of friends both in my class and throughout the school.’

What more could any parent ask for?

“First, we chose Stonar Prep so that Alexander could share the wonderful, caring atmosphere which saw his two older sisters blossom. We also believe that children benefit from growing and learning in a coeducational environment as that better prepares them for life.

“We are so pleased that Stonar has decided to admit boys to the Senior School from 2016. As Alexander loves sport, we look forward to seeing enough boys entering the Senior School to allow boys’ sports teams to compete with local schools.

“We want Alexander to stay in the Stonar environment so he can thrive as a big fish in a smaller pond. The smaller size of the school and emphasis on every child fulfilling their potential is extremely appealing. Whether your child is academic, sporty, creative or any combination of these, we know that Stonar will provide the opportunities and guidance to fully utilise all their talents. This has to make for a more rounded and positive individual.”

Ffi: Stonar School W: www.stonarschool.com

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The best start • St Margaret’s is an independent day preparatory school for boys and girls aged 3 to 11 years, sharing a site with St Mary’s School, Calne. The children benefit from the excellent facilities which include a 25m indoor swimming pool, all weather astroturf pitch, gymnasium, purpose built theatre, library, chapel and dining hall.

Children generally start life in the Kindergarten which offers a safe and stimulating nursery environment for 3 and 4 year old children. The focus is on nurturing and building the children’s confidence to make the move to the Reception classes the following year far less daunting. The purpose built accommodation is bright and airy and is situated in the Early Years’ area of the school.

The St Margaret’s curriculum comprises an extensive range of activities, designed to promote not only learning, but also personal growth and development. It’s based around the subjects of the National Curriculum which are delivered, in the main, by class teachers, all of whom are experts in the relevant ages.

St Margaret’s prides itself on its high standard of pastoral care.

Every effort is made to ensure that the children never feel lost or bewildered and that they quickly find their feet and are given a sense of belonging. St Margaret’s is a busy and vibrant school, where the children’s happiness is of paramount importance in order for them to learn, blossom, thrive and succeed.

If you would like to visit, the school is holding an open morning at 9.30am on 16 Oct – please call to register your place.

Ffi: St Margaret’s Preparatory School Calne, Wiltshire SN11 0DF T: 01249 857379 W: www.stmargaretsprep.org.uk

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Shaftesbury School among the few to improve • Shaftesbury School is going from strength to strength.

Ofsted inspected the school in May 2013 and found it to be a ‘good’ school in every category with many areas deemed to be ‘outstanding’.

This marks the school out as one of the few to be able to improve its official grading in a time of much higher standards, when many are dropping a grade.

The school provides a first class education for students from the local community as well as from around the globe. Students benefit from a truly personalised approach to teaching and the goal is to encourage each and every student to be the very best that they can.

Facilities for the boarders at Barton Hill House have also recently been rated as ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted Inspectors, and students can choose to board on a weekly, termly or full boarding basis.

The joint sixth form provision for Shaftesbury and Sturminster Newton creates one of the most successful sixth forms in the region, with top class A level results, and is a very special place to learn.

To see all this for yourself, and find out how it can benefit your child’s education, the school’s open evening will be on Thu 25 Sep, 6pm-8.30pm.

Ffi: Shaftesbury School T: 01747 854498 E: office@shaftesburyschool.co.uk W: www.shaftesburyschool.com

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Hello Kids!

Thank you so much for the lovely pictures you send me. Pressure of space means I can’t publish them all but please keep trying if you weren’t successful this time.

I am getting excited about the new school year and the season of bonfires and fireworks so next issue I would love you to send me pictures of My favourite thing about autumn.

Please send your pictures to: Arty Barty, BN&Media, Temple Way, Bristol, BS99 7HD, or email high resolution jpegs to my editor, mike.gartside@ venue.co.uk. Don’t forget to put your name, age, full home postal address and school on the back: deadline Monday 22 September.

Arty Barty You have sent me lots of pictures about ‘Making my favourite meal’. Well done to the winners who receive a family ticket to Bristol’s fabulous science centre At-Bristol and its new Food! exhibition. , Hannah Thomas 6, St Sampson’s Infants School, Cricklade This beaming cook is happily s ou preparing a delici s meal. Hannah ha ed tur cap y successfull the fun, skill and excitement of cooking.

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Becki Murray reviews the new releases.

Noisy fun From the author of Pippi Longstocking, comes this reissued edition of ‘The Children of Noisy Village’. Meet Lisa, her brothers and her friends and explore the countryside in which they live, in this engaging collection of stories for younger or less confident readers. From Lisa’s seventh birthday party to her summer adventures, via the time she endured a great snow storm, these stories cover all seasons and activities, accompanied by drawings by Tony Ross.

The first person narrative and simple sentence structure mean the descriptions are easy to follow but very enjoyable, allowing children to read on their own or with the help of an adult.

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Want to know how to switch on your brain cells and think up some great ideas?

How about ways to present your work well? Find answers to these and more in ‘How To Write A Story’. Bursting with hints and tips, it aims to help all aspiring young writers write barmy beginnings, magnificent middles and incredibly exciting ends!

With clear headings to guide youngsters along the way and help with creating crazy character names and the perfect plot, the book provides lots of activities and plenty of space for writing alongside inspiring artwork by Kate Pankhurst. The advice is clear, simple and entertaining, great for young children itching to write.

How To Write A Story by Simon Cheshire, Bloomsbury, £5.99, www.bloomsbury.com

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The safety net The internet is a fact of life for most 21st century children. Becki Murray explores ways to make sure it’s safe.

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rom the child who runs up hundreds of pounds in phone bills on inadvertent “in-app” purchases to the 10-year-old who stumbles across adult content online, parents are frequently reminded of the new dangers brought to us by the internet age. Online activity is a growing component of young people’s lives as Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator, reported in 2013. It said that 82% of 5 to 7 year olds and 96% of 8 to 11 year olds now use the internet while the same figures reported that 11% of 9 to 16 year olds have encountered sexual images online in the last 12 months.

Whether using search engines to help with their homework or social media to talk to friends, children clearly face risks online.

It’s equally clear, however, that they can’t be barred from using their devices entirely and parents need to proactively manage their children’s internet activities to reduce the risks to an absolute minimum.

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As many experts pointed out, the world wide web is a public place where anyone can create content, while any content you or your children post may be visible to a global audience. In the same way that they discuss the dangers of the outside world with their children parents can have a similar conversation with children about online safety.

Author and former police officer Kate Power stresses that there’s no substitute for discussing these issues with your children. She suggests using scenarios to make conversations interactive, a method she has used with her own children.

“Instead of telling a child, ‘Don’t talk to strange people online!’, parents can ask specific questions about situations children may encounter,” says Power. “Try asking, ‘What would you do if you accidentally clicked on something which made you uncomfortable?’” Her book ‘My Underpants Rule’, which chimes with the NSPCC’s PANTS campaign, offers practical, easily understood advice to 4 to 8 year olds about their private areas. The overriding message is “What’s under my pants belongs only to me.” This approach allows children to think for themselves, Power insists, and ensures they understand how to react in the event of an inappropriate suggestion. The method avoids distress by focusing on proactive prevention rather

than the consequences of making a mistake and children feel that their safety comes before any punishment for the actions they report.

Beyond this, there are a range of controls parents can deploy if they’re not one hundred percent confident of their child’s sense of internet safety.

Many internet search engines now have easily activated ‘SafeSearch’ features, while child-friendly search engines such as Swiggle only display search results appropriate for children. Other measures include establishing time limiting rules and Kate Power only allowing internet use in a parent’s presence.

More advanced technology can monitor and control your children’s browsing. For example NetGenie, a product by UK antivirus specialist Cyberoam, offers security solutions already used by schools to the home. It filters content based on your child’s age and sets internet-off ‘bedtimes’, without affecting parents’ online activity. Simon Muir of the Bristol IT Company, which supplies the product says, ‘It does what any responsible parent needs, protecting children, without making them feel constrained.”

Meanwhile, you can be confident of online safety in your

child’s school, says Nick Yates of North Somerset Council, if it has an E-Safety Mark. This recognises “a good level of policy and provision of e-safety across the whole school community.” Schools in North Somerset, he says, also use a broadband service, the South West Grid for Learning, which will not permit access to any sites listed by the online monitoring organisation Internet Watch Foundation.

The internet itself has plenty of advice on protecting children online. The NSPCC and Internet Matters websites, as well as the Police’s Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP), engage all ages with internet safety. They contain information for parents such as how to start conversations about children’s computer use as well as explaining how to report online activities which have upset or unnerved either themselves or their child.

If you’re at all worried about your child’s internet activity, of course, don’t hesitate to suspend their computer usage and turn to CEOP or the NSPCC for guidance.

CEOP www.thinkuknow.co.uk Internet Matters: Online Help www.internetmatters.org My Underpants Rule! by Kate Power www.ustarnovels.co.uk, £6.99 Net Genie www.bristolitcompany. com/netgenie.

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