East Sussex February 2019 Primary Times by Alison Watson

e e r f

for families IDE with primary U G aged children N O T’S A WH

February Half Term Edition Issue 124 4 February - 24 March 2019

in East Sussex

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS AVAILABLE WITH OUR

Available for download or postal order at brightonmarina.co.uk

The Best Family Guide to What’s On

What’s On

What’s On Your family diary for February and March Ongoing Daily

Elaine Evans Archaeology Gallery, Royal Pavilion and Museums, Brighton, BN1 1EE At the heart of this brand new family friendly gallery are seven forensically accurate 3D facial reconstructions revealing the faces of the people who would have been present in and around Brighton and Hove from the Ice Age to the Saxon era.Visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk

Every Sat (Term Time)

Horsham Hawks Basketball Club, Forest School, RH13 5NT 3-4pm, 4.15-5.45pm. Mini Ballers play every Sat during term time; go along for a free trial. Sessions are suitable for ages 7-9 and ages 10-11. Charges apply. For details visit www. horshamhawks.co.uk or email will@ horshamhawks.co.uk

Until 24 Feb

Worthing Ice Rink, Steyne Gardens, BN11 3DW The Worthing Ice Rink returns to Steyne Gardens for the winter. The rink will be fully covered so skating with the whole family can take place whatever the weather. Children are welcome to skate no matter the level of ability. Ages 4+. Charges apply.Visit www.worthingicerink.com

Petworth’s Royal Academicians, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE 11am-4pm. In the North Gallery, to mark the Royal Academy’s 250th anniversary, Petworth House are highlighting ten works of painting and sculpture by founders and members of the Royal Academy. Normal admission applies. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ petworth

Bombay to Bodiam: Curzon’s Journey, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA 11am-4pm. Take time out this winter to discover some of the conservation history of Bodiam Castle. Charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle

Until 28 Feb

Dream House Tour, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Selected dates) 12noon-12.45pm. Learn more about the fascinating house and ruins with a guided tour of the exterior. Admission charges apply.Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ nymans

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

The Lost Words Exhibition, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Selected dates) 11am-3.30pm. The gallery will host original artwork from the book The Lost Words. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/nymans

“

I saw your event in Primary Times.... Please mention you saw the event listed in Primary Times

”

Until 1 Mar

Weekday Winter Tours, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA (Selected dates) Enjoy a guided tour of the castle this winter. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ bodiam-castle

Until 15 Mar

Aliens, Zombies and Monsters, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW

objects. For 2-5 year olds only and admission charges apply. For more information visit brightonmuseums. org.uk

Until 31 Mar

The Illustrated World of Arthur Rackham, Standen House and Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE

An interactive, immersive exploration into how children’s characters and books are created by professional illustrator Aaron Blecha. For more details visit www. littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

11am-3pm. This winter goblins, fairies and witches are spreading mischief in a new exhibition celebrating the fantastical, mysterious and macabre illustrative world of Arthur Rackham. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ standen-house-and-garden

Until 26 Mar

Until 4 Apr

Eastbourne Remembers, The Pavilion, Royal Parade, BN22 7AQ 10am-5pm. Unlock extraordinary memories from the past, the exhibition will be revealing lost pieces of time spanning over 2,000 years. Uncover the memory triggers of nostalgic childhoods, heirlooms and explore how we create memories. For more details visit www.heritageeastbourne.co.uk

Until 29 Mar

Mr Booth’s Mini Museum Explorers, Booth Museum, Brighton, BN1 5AA (Fridays only) 10–11.30am. Mini Museum Explorer sessions include art activities, a museum expedition, a story and handling some museum

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed

The Family Foyle, Chichester Festival Theatre, PO19 6AP 10am-12noon. On Thursday mornings, the Foyle Terrace becomes a family-friendly space for any parents or carers and young children to enjoy. For more information visit www.cft.org.uk

Until 26 May

Costume Encounters, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE (Selected dates) Hear what life was like below stairs in the early 1800s as the costume team bring the Historic Kitchens to life, carrying out daily tasks just as the servants would have done. Normal admission applies.Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth

Until 31 May

Lifecycles, Aliens, Zombies and Monsters, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW Exploring the circle of life as told through the histories belonging to items from the museum’s collections. This interactive and object-based exhibition will take you on a journey, examining the concepts of birth, death and more. For more details visit www.littlehamptonmuseum. co.uk

February Mon 4 – Thurs 28 Feb

House Guided Tours, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Selected times) Learn about the house and family with a guided tour of the Messel Family Rooms. Admission charges apply.Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Mon 4 Feb – Mon 25 Mar

Hove Museum Minis, BN3 4AB (Selected dates) 10am-12noon. Fun with craft materials and storytelling for 2-5 year olds. Charges apply. For more details visit brightonmuseums. org.uk

Thurs 7 Feb

Head Gardener Walk, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Also 7 Mar) 11am-12.30pm. Take in the seasonal highlights of the garden including early spring flowering bulbs, with an exclusive guided tour with the Head Gardener. Charges apply. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ nymans

Fri 8 Feb

Little Museum Visitors, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP (Also 15 Mar) 10.30am-12noon. Fun, hands-on creative sessions for the mini-visitor and parent. Packed full of sticking, drawing, storytelling and object discovery. Each workshop will have a different theme. Charges apply. For more information visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Sun 10 Feb

Tot Rockin’ Beats, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-bySea, BN43 5EG 2-5pm. A funky, three hour festival for fun-loving families. Special Guest DJs playing a mix of Funk, Soul, Hip-Hop, Indie and Party Classics. Activities include Soft-Play and Craft Areas, LEGO®, Games and more. Charges apply. For more details visit www. ropetacklecentre.co.uk

Servants’ Stories: Guided Tour, Royal Pavilion and Museums, Brighton, BN1 1EE (Also 3 and 10 Mar) 10.30-11.30am. The servants’ contribution to the Royal Pavilion’s rich history doesn’t always receive the attention it

For lots more What’s On ideas see page 8... Follow us on Instagram - @primarytimesse

Dear Readers

Welcome to the first issue for 2019. I hope 2019 is a very happy and healthy year for everyone. With the first half term of the year having arrived it must mean that Spring is on its way with better weather (hopefully!), daffodils, longer days, shorter nights, baby animals and good times ahead.

Primary Times in East Sussex 7 Southbrook Mews London SE12 8LG Tel: 01273 916210 Email: office@primarytimes.biz Website: www.primarytimes.co.uk Twitter: @PT_Sussex Instagram: @primarytimesse

Dingile’s job is to find all the listings that we publish. She is always looking out for new places to cover so if you have your own favourites that we don’t mention, please do let us know as it may be that we haven’t come across them yet. Publishing Editor: Peter Watson If you do visit any of our suggestions please mention you Sales: Catherine Dillon, Gill Pearce, read about them in Primary Times - the best Family Guide Lola Olowofela & Andrew Langridge to What’s On. Listings: Dingile Kasote Production: Alison Watson Office Manager: Chris Blower Administrators: Claire Wood & Tina Love Editorial Assistant: Dunya Simões Proof Reader: Catherine Draisey Social Media: Rachel Benson

Calling all schools and teachers - Don’t forget to email us with your news or if you have something to celebrate in your school. We would love to hear from you so we can let all our readers know what you’ve been up to. Email us at office@primarytimes.biz with your latest news.

Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in infant and primary schools throughout Sussex. 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 based 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. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being sent to us for inclusion in our What’s On section. Free listings are dependent on available space and we cannot guarantee to print all the listings we are sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes.biz. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools in Sussex for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for 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. No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, in part or in whole, without the express written permission of the Publishing Editor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 2.5 million copies per issue under franchise licences throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.. Primary Times East Sussex is operated under franchise licence.

Have you started following us in Twitter and Instagram? Follow us on Twitter so you don’t miss out on our weekly competitions offering some fab prizes, info on events and updates from our advertisers. You can find us @Twitter/PT_Sussex. We also get sent lots of photographs so look out for our favourite ones on Instagram @primarytimesse.

Contents

inside this issue.... What’s On.................................2 News.........................................4 Family Theatre..........................6 Whatever the Weather..................9 Time to Party............................. 12 Education News...................... 14 Competitions........................... 19 All Your Own Work!.................23

We’ll be back around the 25th March for the Spring school holidays - have a good half term.

Peter and the Primary Times Team When you have finished with this magazine please recycle it

Get

‘PewtithWPDisSAe-’ -

Is your child passionate about pets? PDSA, the UK’s leading veterinary charity, treat over 470,000 sick and injured pets every year. They want the nation to #GetPetWise - ensuring future generations of pet owners have everything they need to keep their pets happy and healthy. They need you to encourage your child’s school to sign up to their new, FREE PetWise School Award programme. The award consists of four easy-to-follow levels, each one full of fun, downloadable resources. Every National Curriculum-linked session comes complete with a step by step lesson plan, a PowerPoint presentation and worksheets. Once the school has completed the award, they’ll receive a ‘pawsome’ plaque to display in their foyer and they’ll also be able to use PDSA’s PetWise School Award logo on any correspondence to show the nation they’re PetWise.

Help your school

#GetPetWise

Schools can sign up online at: PDSA.org.uk/PetWise

48175_PetwiseSchoolAward_Ad_KENT_EAST190wX135h_V5_AW.indd Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

Help your school

#GetPetWise 4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

24/12/2018 11:15

News

Half Term at the National Trust

Family Day Out at the FA Women’s Super League Brighton & Hove Albion take on Birmingham City at The People’s Pension Stadium, Crawley this month in the FA Women’s Super League. Led by former England women’s manager Hope Powell, the Seagulls are almost at the end of their first season in the top-flight, having taken on the likes of Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool. The match is being played on Wednesday 20 February and kicks off at 7.45pm. Speaking about the importance of having support from the sidelines, Powell said, “I think a message to the fans from me would be to come and support the girls. They put a lot of effort in and relish the support. It lifts everybody. They want to play and showcase themselves as much as possible, and in order to do that we’d really like people to come out and support. So if you can get there, please come along.” At each match, there are plenty of activities for all of the family to enjoy including free face painting and a photo booth. After the match, you can also stick around as the players come to the side of the pitch to pose for photographs and sign autographs. You can purchase your match tickets now from www. BrightonAndHoveAlbion.com/tickets, with adult prices at just £7 and under-10s at £3 when booked in advance. To help with travel to Crawley, Brighton & Hove Albion’s official transport provider, Seagull Travel, operate coaches free of charge to the match from various locations across Sussex. Book your place at www. seagull-travel.co.uk Albion’s final home match of the season is against Arsenal on Sunday 28 April. Keep checking www.BrightonAndHoveAlbion.com for full ticket and fixture information.

Community Football Tournament at Buckswood

During January, Buckswood School hosted several local primary schools in a football tournament organised and run by academy staff and players. Each school played five games in total and the eventual winners of the tournament after a penalty shoot-out were Sandown Primary School. The tournament was a great success and saw many young footballers showcasing their talent for all to see on the Buckswood astroturf. Families came to watch alongside open day guests. Hot dogs and refreshments were served by resident student helpers to players, guests and supporters at the end the match. Players were presented with certificates for their efforts. Sandown Primary School received winners’ medals and a trophy. Westfield Primary School, who were the runners up, also received medals. Buckswood School are looking forward to hosting more events like this at their campus. 4

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

There’s a guaranteed way to turn grouchy little demons into scampering red-cheeked angels. Bundle them up in wellies and waterproofs and get them outside in nature, whatever the weather. It is always worth the effort to coax them away from their screens when you see them dash down a footpath or let their imaginations run with the swish of a stick-sword. A child who has run around in the fresh air on the estate at Bateman’s, or explored the Precious Gems trail and castle ruin at Bodiam Castle is much nicer to be around. And there’s no underestimating the power of a wintery view to lift the spirits of parents too. Finish up with a hot chocolate and cookie in a cosy café afterwards and you’ve created a low-cost day to remember forever. For more information, please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk. Photo credit: National Trust Images/Rob Stothard

Happy Birthday CLAPA

This year the Cleft Lip and Palate Association (CLAPA) is celebrating its 40th Birthday, and they’d love you and your family to get involved in celebrating too! In early pregnancy, different parts of a baby’s face develop and then join together. If they don’t join properly, the baby is born with a gap or ‘cleft’. This can be in the top lip, the roof of the mouth, or both. It has no single cause, and can happen in any pregnancy. One in 700 babies is born with a cleft. That’s around 100 babies every month in the UK alone. These babies and their families can face a gruelling 20 year treatment pathway involving multiple surgeries to address the problems caused by a cleft, including speech and hearing difficulties. Sadly, stigma, prejudice and isolation are experienced by many children and young people growing up with a cleft. For 40 years, CLAPA has worked to improve the lives of children, families and adults affected by cleft lip and palate all over the UK. The charity aims to be there every step of the way with personal, local support at the moments when people need it the most. To keep doing this, CLAPA needs your help. Whether it’s holding a bake sale in your school hall or staff room in aid of CLAPA, spreading the word at work and with friends or hosting a birthday party for CLAPA and collecting donations, having fun with your fundraising this year can help ensure CLAPA is here to help the UK cleft community for many years to come. Interested in getting involved? Contact CLAPA’s friendly fundraising team at fundraising@clapa.com or call 020 7833 4883 to plan your activity.You can find out more about CLAPA’s work by visiting www.clapa.com

Brighton Run2Music

Embrace the spirit of Brighton and join this year’s most colourful and fun event with Brighton Run2Music on Saturday 11 May on Madeira Drive. Whether you are entering the 5k, 10k or 21k, participants are encouraged to really go to town and dress up as their favourite pop star or musical icon to really get into the swing of things. With a live DJ blasting out your favourite tunes and a variety of local dancers, gymnasts, bands and musicians performing along the route, this is a fun event not to be missed! It’s an event for all ages and fitness levels so run with your friends, children and families – everyone is welcome! There are prizes for the best fancy dress. Martlets, Rockinghorse and Rhythmix Charities are supporting the event. Organised by the experienced Brighton and Hove Triathlon Team, every participant will receive a race T-shirt which will be colour coded and will represent the distance they are running, and a medal. Entries are open now at www.brightonRun2Music.com

If you had booked this space 43,000 families could be reading all about your business... Don’t delay, call Catherine today

01273 916210

Welly-ready and raring to go? Leap out into the fresh air this half-term at National Trust places nearby Bateman’s Bodiam Castle Sheffield Park and Garden nationaltrust.org.uk/eastsussex

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Family Theatre

Ropetackle Shoreham- Royal Hippodrome by-Sea Eastbourne Box Office: 01273 464 440 Until 19 Apr

Short Stories, Tall Tales

The best shows around... Brighton Centre Box Office: 08448 471 5150844 847 15150844 847 1515 19 Feb

The X-Factor Live

Devonshire Park Eastbourne Box Office: 01323 412 000 3 Mar

Sooty’s Magic Show

X Factor Digital Presenter Becca Dudley, will be returning as host this year on The X Factor Live Tour.

Direct from their hit ITV series, Sooty, Sweep and Soo and TV’s Richard Cadell will amaze you with impossible tricks and sidesplitting jokes.

Brighton Dome

Komedia Brighton

Box Office: 01273 709 709 20 Feb

Box Office: 08452 938 480 16 Feb

The Boy and The Mermaid

Comedy Club 4 Kids Some of the best standEnjoy ups and sketch acts the show! from the international And don’t circuit do their thing forget to say for an audience of you saw it in children and their

Join three shantysinging fishermen as they weave a fishy tale of musical merfolk, menacing monsters and spectacularly bad town planning. Ages 5+.

Box Office: 01424 229 111 18 – 19 Feb

The Tiger Who Came To Tea The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger. Ages 3+.

9 – 10 Mar

Horrible Histories: Barmy Britain Prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories of Britain live on stage with a brand new West End show that has never toured before. Ages 4+.

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

15 Feb

Jack and the Beanstalk This classic fairy tale now gets the Lyngo treatment so expect lots of surprises and beautiful images as Patrick Lynch from CBeebies tells the gripping story of Jack! Ages 2+.

23 Feb

The Amazing Bubble Man Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences worldwide for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. Expect live music and bubbles in all shapes and sizes.

2 Mar

The Noise Next Door at Sea!

24 Feb

Join a crazy crew for an adventure on the high seas as we need your help to chase down the fearsome Captain Bloodbeard. The Noise Next Door are the UK’s premier improv comedy troupe.

Sundae Club: Plain Bob

10 Mar

Primary Times!

De La Warr Pavilion Bexhill-on-Sea

(Selected dates) Watch actress and mum Hannah Summers bring classic and modern stories to life though live performance and interactive, creative play. Suitable for under 4s.

families, but without the rude bits. Ages 6+.

Enjoy an interactive audience adventure under Bob’s umbrella world. As the audience watches, the stage is created from suitcases, an umbrella, and a rain coat.

Old Market Hove Box Office: 01273 201 801 18 – 20 Feb

The Lost Things A boy falls and finds himself in a dark and terrifying new world. It’s a world of lost things: car keys, wedding rings and a mysterious girl who is building an amazing machine. Ages 8+.

23 Feb

Shlomo’s Beatbox Adventure for Kids Shlomo is a world recordbreaking beatboxer who makes all kinds of music using just his mouth and a mic. Join this sonic superhero, become one of his sidekicks in a world of brilliant noises and cool music.

Morgan & West’s Utterly Spiffing Spectacular Magic Show Time travelling magicians Morgan & West present a jaw-dropping, heart-stopping, brain-busting, paradigm shifting, outlook changing and furniture rearranging magic extravaganza. Ages 5+.

16 Mar

Tom Thumb Performed entirely on and under a kitchen table this classic story is brought to life in a playful show full of Lyngo Theatre’s magic with feathery spinning birds, a flying house and more. Ages 3+.

23 Mar

Out of the Hat A Long Nose Puppet Magic Show presents a story about friendship and true magic, with lively songs by Tom Gray of Gomez which will have everyone joining in. Ages 2-8.

Box Office: 01323 802 020 21 Mar

Little Shop of Horrors Ratton School proudly presents a mean, green monster musical. Featuring well known hits ‘Suddenly Seymour’ and ‘Somewhere That’s Green’ this botanical drama is a family treat.

Theatre Royal Brighton Box Office: 08448 717 650 4 Feb

La Fille Mal Gardée Recreated by Alexander Gorsky, this remains one of the oldest ballets still regularly performed. A gentle tale of love thwarted, unrequited and found. Presented by Russian State Ballet of Siberia.

6 Feb

Nutcracker Russian State Ballet of Siberia presents the most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family. Travel through the Land of Snow to an enchanted place where the magic really begins.

White Rock Hastings Box Office: 01424 462 288 18 – 19 Mar

Twirlywoos Live Expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as the Twirlywoos share the delight of discovery. With beautifully inventive puppetry the show promises a cast full of your favourites from the hit TV show.

Capitol Horsham Box Office: 01403 750 220 14 – 17 Feb

Tom Gates Live On Stage Follow Tom in an exciting and hilarious adventure as he tries to keep out of trouble while things go increasingly wrong at home and school.

21 Feb

Ollie Heath - Let’s Make Music!

An educational, interactive school holiday show aimed at children and their families. Ollie will lead the audience with activities that involve beat-boxing, rap and rhythmic techniques.

The wonderful world of Twirlywoos – as seen on CBeebies – will be brought to life this year on stage for the first time. Toodloo, Great BigHoo, Chickedy, Chick and Peekaboo will set sail around the UK in a brand-new theatrical adventure and they’re coming to the White Rock Theatre in Hastings on 18 and 19 March. Featuring all the favourite characters from the hit TV show, expect mischief, music and plenty of surprises as the Twirlywoos embark on a new adventure onboard their Big Red Boat. With beautifully inventive puppetry, Twirlywoos Live! promises to be a laugh-out-loud treat for little ones. Twirlywoos Live! is brought to the stage by MEI Theatrical, whose recent productions include Sarah and Duck Live on Stage (Polka Theatre and UK Tour) and The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show (West End). It is written by Zoe Bourn, who has brought to life some of the world’s best-loved children’s titles including Thomas and Friends and Fireman Sam Live! Twirlywoos Live! is recommended for ages 1+, with babes in arms welcome. The running time is 55 minutes with no interval. For more information and to book, visit www.whiterocktheatre.org.uk.

OLIVIER AWARD NOMINEE

The Tiger Who Came to Tea a musical play adapted & directed by DAVID WOOD based on the book by JUDITH KERR

“This Tiger is the cat’s meow”

HHHH The Times

Family Theatre

Twirlywoos Live! At White Rock Theatre

Start your February Half Term at De La Warr Pavilion with The Tiger Who Came To Tea on Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 February. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger. Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show, packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. A stunning stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem, expect to be surprised. Later in the spring prepare yourselves for Horrible Histories live on stage with a brand new West End show that has never toured before, featuring all new scenes. Would you be shaken or stirred by Richard III? Mount a mutiny against King Henry VIII and see Mary Tudor knock the spots off Mary Queen of Scots. Peep into the world of Samuel Pepys and help Georgian detectives find the headless man. Take a trip into the night with the night soil men and discover how to survive the first ever train ride. Running on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 March, it’s the history of Britain with the nasty bits left in. For tickets and more information, please visit www. dlwp.com. Photo credit: Robert Day

De La Warr Pavilion

THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA Monday 18 – Tuesday 19 February £12.50, Family of four £44 Group of 10+ £8.50 each + booking fee Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show; packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos! Perfect half term treat for all the family.

HORRIBLE HISTORIES

BRAND NEW BARMY BRITAIN Saturday 9 – Sunday 10 March Adults £15, Under 16’s £12 Family of four £45 + booking fee Fantastic show for all ages. It’s the history of Britain with the nasty bits left in!

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

What’s On

More What’s On

Your family diary for February and March

February deserves. Take a trip below stairs and discover the stories of the King’s household staff and learn more about the trusted, loyal attendees of the King’s Bedchamber. Charges apply. For more details visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk

Wed 13 Feb–Wed 27 Mar Skips After School Club, Theatre Royal Brighton, BN1 1SD

(Selected dates) 4-5.30pm. A creative, fun and friendly after-school workshop for children ages 6-10. Each session includes warm-up games, a look on stage, themed drama and craft activities and refreshments. Charges apply. To book visit www.atgtickets.com/venues/ theatre-royal-brighton

Thurs 14 Feb

Garden Team Tour: Meet the Team, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 11am-12.30pm. Meet the Nymans team while they are working to see how they look after the garden and hear their hints and tips. Admission applies.Visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/nymans

Sat 16 Feb

Telling Tales, Chichester Festival Theatre, PO19 6AP 10.30am. This creative writing workshop is a chance for different generations within families to have some fun exploring their imagination and the art of creating stories together. Ages 5-10. Charges apply. For more details visit www.cft.org.uk

Zine Mapping, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP 10.30am-4.30pm. Join students from the University of Brighton, who have been exploring and responding to the current MacDonald Gill exhibition, to create an own original zine that is based on a map of your imagination. Free, drop-in. For more details visit www.ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Green Woodworking, Frog Firle Farm, South of Alfriston, BN26 5TT (Also 6 Apr) 10am-1pm. Learn to make a traditional stool using rural woodworking techniques. Ages 10+. Charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/birling-gapand-the-seven-sisters

Discovery Day: The Wonder Women of STEM, Booth Museum, Brighton, BN1 5AA 10.30am–4pm. Celebrate International Day for Women and Girls in Science. Hear incredible stories of the women scientists who changed the world and get hands-on with activities led by local women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Free, drop-in.Visit brightonmuseums.org.uk

Comedy Club 4 Kids, Komedia, Brighton, BN1 1UN 1.30pm. Enjoy cracking entertainment with the best stand-ups and sketch acts from the international circuit. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more information visit www.komedia.co.uk

Winter Stargazing, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX 6.30-9.30pm. Learn more about the stars and outer space with a talk and viewing from resident astronomers. Ages 8+. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/sheffield-park-and-garden

Wintertime Stars, Moon and Planets, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE (Also 20 Feb) 11.30am. Enjoy a guided tour of some of the celestial wonders which are on view during the winter months. Ages 6-15. Charges apply. For more information visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Stars on Frosty Winter Nights, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE (Also 18 and 22 Feb) 1.30pm. Go along to the Planetarium for a guided tour of some of the celestial wonders which are on view during the winter months. Ages 6-15. Charges apply. For more information visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Sat 16 – Sun 24 Feb

Kids for a Quid, British Airways i360, Brighton, BN1 2LN Between 16-24 Feb, kids can go on the British Airways i360 for £1. As the glass viewing pod glides up to 450ft, share magical moments pointing out landmarks, artwork on the rooftops, windfarms out at sea and the rolling coastline. Charges apply per paying adult.Visit www.britishairwaysi360.com

Dark Skies, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA 5.30-8pm. Discover all about the dark skies at Bodiam with stargazing and bat talks. Suitable for children aged 7+. Refreshments are included in the ticket prices. Charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ bodiam-castle

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed

“

I saw your event in Primary Times.... Please mention you saw the event listed in Primary Times

”

Gulliver’s Lost Luggage, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE

10am-4pm. Inspired by a painting of a scene from Gulliver’s Travels, go on an adventure in the Pleasure Ground spotting Gulliver’s lost luggage. Normal admission applies. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ petworth

Living with Nature, Hever Castle Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG Follow the Wildlife Detective walk led by the gardening team to investigate animal footprints and tracks, take part in a wildlife workshop or a follow the fun facts in a trail around the Castle. Charges apply. For more details visit www. hevercastle.co.uk

Sussex Puddle Jumping Championships, WWT Arundel Wetland Centre, BN18 9PB Children of all ages are encouraged to grab their wellies and have fun jumping in puddles or completing the Puddle Jumping obstacle course. There will be daily winner and other splash-tastic fun activities. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.wwt.org.uk

Solar System Discovery Trail and Activities, Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters, East Dean, BN20 0AB 10am-3.30pm. Follow the clues about the solar system and discover what makes Birling Gap a great place to view the night sky with self-guided activities. Charges apply. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ birling-gap-and-the-seven-sisters

Once Upon a Fairytale, Fishers Farm Park, Wisborough Green, RH14 0EG Go on an epic adventure and find all the missing items in the fabulous fairy tale trail… a treat will be waiting for you at the end. Charges apply and booking is essential.Visit www. fishersfarmpark.co.uk

Half Term Activities: Bird Feeders, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 11am-3pm. Go along and a make a simple feeder to encourage birds into your garden. Admission charges apply.Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ nymans

February Half Term, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Enjoy a week of family STEM activities and take part in a family trail around the 36 acre site. Discover the South’s industrial heritage; learn about technology through the years and have fun riding the narrow gauge train and historic bus. For more details visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Fairies and Fantastical Creatures Trail, Standen House and3 Garden, East Grinstead, RH19 4NE 11am-3.30pm. Explore the grounds and gardens this half term to delve deep into the enchanted world of fairies and fantastical creatures that live at Standen. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/standen-houseand-garden

Brighton Science Festival, Various Locations Enjoy a selection of great science activities for young people around Brighton. Further details to be announced soon. For more information visit www. brightonscience.com

Sat 16 Feb – Sun 10 Mar Bateman’s Guest Book Trail, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS 10am-3pm. Discover some of the famous guests who have visited Bateman’s over the years with the half term garden trail. Charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans

Sun 17 Feb

Wild Families - Brilliant Birds, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 10.30am-12.30pm. Spend the morning looking at brilliant birds that live at the nature reserve. Begin with a mixture of games and activities to hone bird spotting and identification skills and then head out onto the reserve to put them to the test. Charges apply.Visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

Seven Wonders of The Solar System, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE 3.30pm. Go along to the Planetarium for a flight of fancy to explore our planetary neighbours. Ages 6-15. Charges apply. For more details visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Film Screening: Song of the Sea (PG), Towner Art Gallery, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ 10.30am. Based on the Irish legend of the Selkies, enjoy the story of the last seal-child, Saoirse and her brother Ben who go on an epic journey to save the world of magic and discover the secrets of their past. Charges apply. To book visit www. townereastbourne.org.uk

For lots more What’s On ideas see page 20... Follow us on Instagram - @primarytimesse

Admission to the museum is free to Brighton and Hove Residents. For more information, please visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk.

Kids for a Quid at British Airways i360

Fun Days Out with the Family New Archaeology Gallery in Brighton Museum A brand new Archaeology gallery has recently opened in Brighton Museum. At the heart of this brand new family-friendly gallery are seven forensically accurate 3D facial reconstructions revealing the faces of the area’s ancestors and the people who would have been present in and around Brighton and Hove from the Ice Age to the Saxon era. Using modern scientific technology, research into the lives of people buried in Brighton and Hove has discovered a wealth of mystery, drama and tragedy through stories of toothache, malnutrition, childbirth and possibly murder. Visitors will be able to see exactly what these people looked like and explore the local environment through digital reconstructions. Go and marvel at mysterious objects that were found in Brighton and Hove including the world famous Bronze Age Amber Cup and discover the story of the beautiful Woodingdean Stag.

Complete the Discovery Trail to learn fun facts about Brighton, answering questions and taking challenges along the way. Afterwards, take your booklet to West Beach Bar and Kitchen at beach level, where kids can eat free with paying adults. Re-live your experiences as you tuck into locally sourced meals topped off with a Brighton rock super sundae – perfect. British Airways i360 are running a special offer in which under16s fly on the pod for just £1 (two children per paying adult), plus they can get a meal for just £1. This offer runs alongside the West Beach Bar and Kitchen deal. Both offers run from Saturday 16 – Sunday 24 February. For more information, please visit www.BritishAirwaysi360.com.

Conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects

DIG

MEET SOME OF BRIGHTON & HOVE’S EARLIEST RESIDENTS AT BRIGHTON MUSEUM’S NEW ARCHAEOLOGY GALLERY

Take to the skies for high adventure on the British Airways i360 pod for just £1 per child this half term. Create magical memories together exploring Brighton and Hove spread out like a living map below. Look out for churches and domes, artwork on the rooftops, windfarms on the horizon and seagulls swooping above the rolling Sussex coastline. Snap a selfie and share the amazing view with your friends.

Whatever the Weather!

Children can also follow the story of time traveller Elva as she journeys through the centuries in a set of children’s stories by local children’s author Imogen White and local artist Jennifer Khatun, and listen to the ambient sounds of Brighton and Hove’s prehistoric ancestors at work.

T HIS C I T Y Brighton Museum & Art Gallery Royal Pavilion Garden Brighton BN1 1EE Open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm Closed Mon, 25 & 26 Dec brightonmuseums.org.uk 03000 290902 Admission payable Members and Brighton & Hove residents free

THE ELAINE EVANS ARCHAEOLOGY GALLERY OPENS 26 JANUARY 2019

16th - 24th Feb only

Kids for a quid Up to 2 children per paying adult

Don’t miss out, book now: BritishAirwaysi360.com Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19 Primary Times - Half Term Feb Half Term 135mm H x 90mm W.indd 1

9 18/01/2019 10:09:27

Whatever the Weather!

South Downs Dark Skies Festival

Look out for more than two weeks of cosmic fun with star parties, talks and family activities taking place across the South Downs National Park celebrating our wonderful dark night skies. The South Downs Dark Skies Festival will take place between Friday 15 February and Sunday 3 March. The free Stargazing South Downs – 2019 Roadshow will be going on tour during February Half Term week to venues in West Sussex, East Sussex and Hampshire. No matter what the weather is outside, you can still go along and learn about the amazing dark skies in our National Park. Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landings this year’s events will include indoor planetarium shows, a giant ‘dark night skies’ colouring wall, a chance to dress up as an astronaut against the backdrop of the moon, talks about the moon, the stars and nocturnal wildlife, science demonstrations, and, if the night is clear, the opportunity to go outside and take part in some moongazing with the experts. Visit the Roadshow on Saturday 16 February at Midhurst Rother College, Midhurst or on Wednesday 20 February at the Town Hall, Lewes, 4–8pm. These events are free to attend with no booking required.Visit www.southdowns.gov.uk for more details about these and other events in the festival.

Bluebell and Snowdrop Displays

Forest Craft: A Child’s Guide to Whittling in the Woodland

Make family days in the woodland even more memorable with outdoor whittling projects. There’s an increasing focus on how much children can gain from regular, quiet, meditative practice, and an absorbing pastime like whittling in a peaceful woodland setting offers exactly that. With an emphasis on safety and adult supervision, Forest Craft presents a range of simple and fun projects that children can make and enjoy hours of play with afterwards. Author Richard Irvine provides a thorough guide to the basic tools and equipment that are required and the techniques that will be used in the projects. Following this are 20 projects, with simple stepby-step instructions accompanied by photographs and useful tips. Dotted throughout are interesting nuggets of information about woodland folklore. There are also plenty of inspirational photographs showing how much fun it is to get out into the woodland with friends and family and share in this relaxing, rewarding pastime. Appealing to both forest school teachers and families, this is a book that can be turned to time and time again through the different seasons and over many years. The skills learnt can be treasured and passed down through generations, in timehonoured tradition. Forest Craft is available online and from good high street stores for £16.99.

Take a crisp walk in February to enjoy amazing displays of snowdrops, the tiny white harbingers of spring. These will soon be followed by bluebells as the spring season gets underway. Around 70,000 snowdrop bulbs have been planted at Hever Castle gardens in Kent over recent years including a mix of single and double snowdrops, interspersed with some unusual varieties. Hever House and Gardens re-opens after the winter break on 9 February. www. hevercastle.co.uk. Wakehurst’s displays of snowdrops form huge drifts as you walk from the Visitor Centre and around the trees near the Mansion Pond. A new Winter Garden opened last month and features drifts of snowdrops among the 35,000 plants. www.kew.org/wakehurst Hucking Estate in the Kent Downs offers a mix of ancient woodland, planted secondary woodland and open grassland together with woodland archaeology remains, wonderful walks, interesting wildlife and breathtaking views of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. In spring carpets of bluebells, wood anemone and dog’s mercury add to the vibrancy and colour of the ancient woodland area. There are many magnificent woodlands in the South East where walkers can enjoy displays of bluebells. Abbot’s Wood, Polgate, is a good place to spot bluebells and snowdrops and entry is free (except car park charge).

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS AVAILABLE WITH OUR

Friston Forest in the South Downs National Park is a lovely beech wood with plenty of marked routes for walkers and mountain bikers as well as bridleways.Visit to see bluebells in their natural habitat.

Available for download or postal order at brightonmarina.co.uk

Not far from Eastbourne, the Bluebell Walk at Arlington is a working farm and open to the public for a couple of months of the year when the stunning carpets of bluebells can be enjoyed on a variety or walks. There are also some heritage farming attractions along the way. Prices are £6 adults, £2.50 child. www.bluebellwalk.co.uk Photo credit: Meghan Doran 10

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Untitled-7 1

Discover more about conservation and local wildlife as part of Hever Castle’s February Half Term event, Living with Nature between 16 and 24 February. Follow the ‘Wildlife Detective’ walk led by the gardening team to investigate animal footprints and tracks, take part in a wildlife workshop or a follow the fun facts in a trail around the Castle.

Science based events and activities for everyone!

For more information visit the website www.hevercastle.co.uk or call Hever Castle on 01732 865 224.

www.the-observatory.org

66 x 90 Primary Times Feb 2019_Layout 1 27/11/2018 13:08 Page 1

Amberley Museum

Discover - Learn - Have Fun

Whatever the Weather!

Living with Nature at Hever Castle

Take a ride on our bus and narrow gauge railway, to explore our 36 acre site and discover the South’s working past. Visit our website for more information.

www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Why not see the Museum by taking a ride on the narrow gauge railway and historic bus service? With over 20 events planned for the 2019 season, there is so much for the whole family to discover. For more information about Amberley Museum, please visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk.

New Barn Road, Amberley, Arundel, West Sussex, BN18 9LT 01798 831370 office@amberleymuseum.co.uk

ALBION Advance prices*

On the gate

*Includes online booking fee of £1. Phone booking and in person ticket purchases have an additional 50p booking fee.

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Time to Party Activities 4 Kids Parties

Take the stress out of your child’s birthday and let the Activities 4 Kids Party team run your event for you. Their parties include the Active Party, held in one of their Sports Halls or your own party venue. Be prepared for all-inclusive sports games, high energy party activities, fun relays and team challenges. The Active Party option is super inclusive fun for all. During essential cool down time, Activities 4 Kids entertain your children with arts and crafts activities or wacky science experiments.You choose – Activities 4 Kids delivers. The Swim Party is held in one of the swimming pools. There are swimming games, fun relays and team challenges. The Swim Party option is great fun for all, has free play at the tail end of it, and is run by qualified teachers from the WetWetWet Swim School team. Mermaid Parties are always a treat, and are also held in one of Activities 4 Kids’ swimming pools. Who wouldn’t want to be a Mermaid/Merman? This super structured party teaches your party goers to swim like a Mermaid/Merman with full kit provided for up to and including 14 swimmers. It is run by qualified teachers from the WetWetWet Swim School team and supported by the Royal Lifesaving Society. Children must be competent swimmers able to swim at least 25m confidently. All staff are qualified, as well as being in-house trained, DBS checked and first aiders. For more information, please visit www. activities4kids.co.uk. ise? It’s not just for children! They welcome the whole family.

All of the inflatables and bouncy castles can be viewed on the website, www.1stchoiceinflatables.co.uk which is updated daily, or simply call 01580 830 102 (3 lines) and a member of staff will be happy to help you choose the perfect inflatable for your event. A free colour brochure is available.

Pop Star Parties

Looking for an original and thrilling idea? Pop Star Parties are the talk of the playground. A two hour recording session for up to 16 singers aged 7+ in their professional studios near Tunbridge Wells. After a brief introduction at their cool facilities, the studio producer will get the new ‘super group’ into the live room and start recording their chosen hit pop song. There’ll be fun, laughter, and lots of singing on the way! Enough time is given to singing practice recordings and tweaking those high notes to perfection using state-of-the-art technology. There’ll be plenty of guidance along the way from the studio

1st Choice Inflatables

1st Choice Inflatables is a family run business that has been supplying top quality inflatables and bouncy castles to businesses, schools, village fetes and private homes throughout Kent, Sussex, Surrey and South London for over 20 years. The ever expanding range of over 300 inflatables all come with fully compliant safety test certificates and they carry a £10 million Public Liability Insurance cover. 1st Choice Inflatables aim to bring to the hire sector the very highest standards in service, equipment and value. They also have fantastic deals on large packages and corporate events. They pride themselves on a professional approach to all clients and are always looking for new products to keep providing you with great quality fun activities. There has never been a better time to start planning your Summer Fun-Day! 12

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

www. petitefairytaleboutique.co.uk info@petitefairytaleboutique.co.uk

super fun and leave you feeling positively exercised. Doors open every weekend from 16 February for those who fancy some action or a cool birthday party with an adrenalin edge. Activity sessions run in the week for schools, colleges and businesses. In fact, BOA can cater for almost anybody, almost any time. Drop-off Holiday Clubs can help busy parents during school holidays and give the kiddos an experience to remember. For more information or to book, visit www. branchingoutadventures.co.uk or call 07955 372 318.

FREE Colour Brochure

Over 300 Inflatables for Kids & Adults

BOUNCY CASTLE HIRE

Time to Party!

producer. Listen back to your performance in the main control room and delight in your recording splendour! There’ll be a group photograph and, together with your chosen band name, the team will mix and master your track and produce a photo printed CD for every singer to take home with them. An optional HD Video can be shot and shared amongst parents as a superb keepsake. Take some buffet snacks or birthday cake to enjoy. Drinks are included. Reserve and buy a party online to get £5 off using coupon code PTEX5 For more information visit www.popstarparties.co.uk or call Paul on 0800 567 7197.

01580 830102 Office (3 lines) www.1stchoiceinflatables.co.uk

Branching Out Adventures

Set within beautiful woodland in the heart of the Sussex Weald, there is a hidden gem full of adventurous activities for all the family. Just a few minutes’ drive from Lewes, Branching Out Adventures is a brilliant adventure park, ready to give you a fun-filled day out. Their friendly team are focused on supporting children and adults in outdoor fun, adventure, breaking barriers, education and more. They welcome everyone with open arms into the café headquarters, where you can settle in with a fresh cup of tea or coffee, or dive straight on to the rope courses or other brilliant activities, like the Giant Swing, Speed Zipwire, Climbing Wall or awesome Bounce About tree nets. The rope courses are truly magical, with wobbly obstacles which are challenging,

Record a hit song in a professional studio visit pop-star-party.co.uk Reserve and buy online to get £5 off using coupon code PTEX5

0800 567 7197 Knowle Farm Business Centre Wadhurst Road, Frant Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN3 9EJ

Includes Photo Shoot and CDs! BranchingOut A4 Poster.qxp_Layout 1 11/10/2018 15:41 Page 2

PARTIES GALORE!! We can deliver

Mermaid & Merman

nture n & fu

Adve

parties, (including Mono Fin &Tail use)

A fun out ay

Active high

Birthday Parties d Holiday Clubs Teambuilding Schools, Youth & Community Groups

paced parties with instructed team & individual games with

High Ropes Course Low Ropes Course Giant 3G Swing Speed Zipwire

Climbing Wall High All Aboard Crate Challenge Bushcraft

FF 10% Oyou

Arts & crafts Or Science

when nline o book

Use cod

BOAFUN

Exploration.

Structured Pool Parties at a huge range of venues across Sussex.

Only 15 miles from Brighton Outdoor fun guaranteed - whatever the weather! For opening times & bookings visit:

www.branchingoutadventures.co.uk info@branchingoutadventures.co.uk 01825 280250 or 07955 372318

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Refreshments available at Cyril’s Cafe

identifying strengths they didn’t know they had. It builds their confidence and confidence is key to their success in life. One of Buckswood’s greatest strengths is their community and global village of over 40 nations. Teaching an appreciation of cultures, widening pupil’s horizons and sending them out into the world when they leave with a global address list of contacts. At Buckswood they believe in ‘Preparing for Life’, putting time into your child and putting them first.

Education News

RIBA Architecture Programme for Schools

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has launched the National Schools Programme – the UK’s first nationwide architectural learning programme for schoolchildren. The programme partners schools with expertly-trained architects (RIBA Architecture Ambassadors), who volunteer their time to deliver bespoke and creative, curriculum-linked workshops for children aged 4-18. The programme is free of charge to schools, thanks to the generosity of its supporters. The RIBA’s National Schools Programme will help thousands of children to explore and understand the built environment – its impact on people and communities, how it is shaped and developed and why good design is important. The aim of the programme is to inspire a generation and fill them with the confidence, knowledge and skills to make their voices heard. The launch of a comprehensive nationwide programme follows a successful pilot phase that engaged a diverse range of 18,000 young people, many from disadvantaged backgrounds, in over 200 schools across England. The pilot was delivered by 349 Architecture Ambassadors from 170 architecture practices. The RIBA’s National Schools Programme offers a bespoke variety of workshops, matched to the individual needs, resources and interests of the school. Projects can involve exploring the local area and understanding key issues affecting the local community. Projects in the pilot phase have also included huge large-scale models made of bamboo and proposals for creating ‘a city of the future’. For more information, please visit www.architecture.com.

Marvel Inspire Next Generation of Engineers

The Government’s Year of Engineering campaign has teamed up with superhero comic brand Marvel to launch a set of fun educational resources. These are designed to help KS2 students aged 7-11 identify the superhero qualities needed to solve the global challenges we face. The campaign features a wealth of inspiration for keeping kids busy and entertained. The resources include an aptitude test that helps young people identify which superhero they share the most aptitudes with, and how these would suit a career in engineering. There are also real life superhero case studies featuring the aspirational

Buckswood School

Putting time into your child...

OPEN MORNING... 2nd March 10AM

Buckswood School - Putting Time into Your Child

Success takes expertly guided self-belief that anything is possible, building personal experiences and tools to succeed in life. The key is building a safe and secure atmosphere encouraging everyone to flourish without fear of failure. At Buckswood they have one aim – that is for every student to be the best they can be, exploring the world around them with a sense of adventure, discovering where their skills and passions lie and gaining a wealth of qualifications and experiences through the Buckswood academies and plethora of extra-curricular activities. Buckswood challenges students to challenge themselves, 14

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

SCHOLARSHIP DAY… 13th March 8.45AM 100% University Offers Scholarships and Bursaries Available Specialist Sporting Academies

Extensive Extra-curricular Activities Contact us for a private tour, open day or taster day… 01424 813813 www.buckswood.co.uk future@buckswood.co.uk

Draw Me In

Towner Art Gallery’s Annual Schools Exhibition is back – this time open to all local groups of children and young people in or out of school, from 0 to 21 years old. This year, with the renewed emphasis on drawing in the art curriculum, they’re exploring different ways to understand what drawing is and what it can do. All groups that wish to take part need a resource pack which provides full submission guidelines, information about art and artists in our collection and creative tips for making work. East Sussex schools should have received these but if you want to ensure it reaches you personally, are from a school beyond the county, or are from a community group, please contact Sue Hervey, Schools Co-ordinator (sue.hervey@townereastbourne.org.uk).

There are no entry requirements beyond linking your group’s submission to selected artists and artworks in the Towner collection, and there are four age ranges for entering work: 0-4 years, 4-11 years, 12-16 years and 17-21 years. You will need to enter one artwork made collaboratively that responds to one of the three artworks suggested as your starting point. The final piece can be in any medium and Towner particularly encourage creative writing, video, design and performance as well, of course, as visual art – from photography through to sculpture – all of which can be mediums to ‘draw’ with. You will need to drop off your work between 18 and 24 March, during gallery opening hours so don’t wait too long. Draw Me In will be open at the gallery from 5 April to 2 June for everyone to enjoy.Visit www.townereastbourne.org.uk for more information.

Our Children and Young People’s exhibition is back! Open to all local early years, schools, colleges and community groups. Find out more at: towner.gallery/DrawMeIn #DrawMeIn

@townerlearning

Towner Art Gallery, Devonshire Park, College Road, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ 01323 434670 townereastbourne.org.uk

Registration now open Nursery, Pre-School and Pre-Prep

For a personal visit please contact: holywell@bedes.org T 01323 356987 or online at bedes.org IAPS – Boys and girls 3 months to 7 years 51 weeks a year 7.45am – 6.00pm Monday to Friday Offering Universal and Extended EYEE entitlement for 3+ year olds

Bede’s Duke’s Drive, Eastbourne East Sussex BN20 7XL bedes.org

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Education News

stories of engineers, as well as a curriculum linked lesson. The free lesson plans will help teachers run the superhero session including a fun classroom activity with role play challenges. The free Marvel resources aim to challenge engineering stereotypes, encourage a re-evaluation of gender roles in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths careers and showcase to young people that they have what it takes to be real world superhero engineers. It will also encourage skills such as resilience, resourcefulness, collaboration and curiosity. The exciting new More Heroes Needed Marvel resources, which feature iconic favourites such as The Hulk, Black Panther, The Wasp and Iron Man, can be found in the schools hub of the Year of Engineering website at www.yearofengineering.gov. uk.

Education News

An Affordable Independent School Made by Dyslexia “We can’t possibly afford it – we’re not that sort of family.” If only Burgess Hill Girls had a pound for every time they’ve heard this. When you do the sums you might be surprised to discover that a private education could be an option for your child.

At Burgess Hill Girls, their mission is to create tomorrow’s women by providing an outstanding, personalised education which inspires every girl to excel. But can you afford what they have to offer? While at first glance, the fees may look daunting, consider the potential savings you can make in terms of childcare, meals and after-school clubs. The school has calculated that an independent education for a four-year-old starting reception can in fact cost as little as £81 per week. Even better, as they offer the Government’s Free Childcare Scheme, you could be eligible for an additional £44 saving per week, resulting in a final cost of only £37 per week or £1,924 per year. Here is a brief summary of the calculations: Extended School Day At Burgess Hill Girls your child will get up to 20 hours more education a week than they would in a state school. Time you won’t have to cover with childcare, a saving of approximately £100 a week. After-School Clubs As part of their school day and included in the fees are a wide range of after-school clubs. Two clubs a week could save £350 per year on childcare. School Meals Breakfast, lunch and tea are also all included in the fees at Burgess Hill Girls, a potential saving of £437 a year. 15 hours Early Years Entitlement On top of all this, Burgess Hill Girls extends the 15 hours weekly Early Years Free Entitlement to their Reception year. Parents can save £760 a term, until your child turns five. The maximum saving is £2288 per year, £44 per week. So before you assume that an independent school education is beyond your reach, take a closer look - Burgess Hill Girls is more affordable than you might think. For more information and to see a full break down of the savings, please visit www. burgesshillgirls.com.

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Hollywood stars Keira Knightly, OBE and Orlando Bloom are among the big names starring in a series of awareness training films designed to help teachers, educators and parents understand dyslexia and gain essential knowledge on how to recognise and support it, therefore creating a dyslexia inclusive classroom. The five short movies, produced by global charity Made By Dyslexia, focus on the different way those with dyslexia think, the issues they face in a traditional classroom environment, and how dyslexic thinking and skills help companies meet the challenges of the 21st century workplace. In the films, familiar faces such as Keira Knightly, Orlando Bloom, Chris Robshaw and Jamie Oliver talk about their experience with dyslexia throughout their lives. Meanwhile entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson and UK space scientist Maggie Aderin-Pocock explain how dyslexia affected them at school and shaped their careers. For more information on dyslexia, please www.madebydyslexia.org.

‘Recycle with Michael’ Challenge

Sussex schools are being encouraged to ‘Recycle with Michael’, as part of an initiative by The Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd to divert thousands of tonnes of unwanted clothing and shoes away from landfill. Local schools that sign up to the scheme will be challenged to fill as many bags as possible before the end of March 2019 for the chance to be crowned Michael’s recycling champions. The winning school, calculated as the one with the highest ratio of bags to pupils, will receive a trophy, certificate and a very special visit from Michael, the scheme’s mascot. Designed especially for primary school-aged children, the programme is also an important way for schools to generate much-needed funds - a percentage of the bags’ financial value is donated back to the school to spend how they wish. The remaining funds raised will go towards supporting The Salvation Army’s important work to help vulnerable people from all walks of life in communities across the UK. The programme is supported by free downloadable school materials such as presentations, posters and lesson plans which teach environmental and charitable messages. For more information, to register and request bags, please visit www. recyclewithmichael.co.uk.

Be Part of the Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is searching for primary schools and community groups to take part at next year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival (1-7 July). This year’s RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival Schools’ Competition will swap scarecrows with homes for wildlife as it looks to raise awareness of the decline in the UK’s insects, birds, mammals and amphibians. The competition takes on the theme ‘It’s a Wild World’ as local schools create a home for any wildlife that may be found in their garden or nearby park. From bug hotels and bee hives, to bird boxes and hedgehog houses, entries are welcome from pre-schools and primary schools across the South East. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

ENCOURAGING

INDIVIDUALITY AND CONFIDENCE

St Andrew’s Prep Eastbourne

St Andrew’s Prep Nursery is an outstanding Ofsted registered day nursery for children from 9 months to 4 years. Open 50 weeks of the year from 8am to 6pm, our Nursery offers a warm and welcoming environment. As well as nurturing happy, confident children, the Nursery readies them for the next stage of their education and beyond. Light, airy and homely, the Nursery is friendly and secure in its own well-equipped building within the school’s spacious grounds. It aims to give children the best possible educational start by providing an environment with no division between learning and play. Being part of a larger school means that the Nursery enjoys many of the Pre-Prep and Prep facilities including a state of the art sports hall, indoor swimming pool, gym, resource centre and extensive playing fields. St Andrew’s Prep Nursery also offers specialised teaching in Dance, PE, Swimming, Tennis and Balanceability. The Nursery has its own on-site Forest School for outside learning and, as the school is located so close to the sea, the Nursery staff often take the children to the seafront to explore the beach. www.standrewsprep.co.uk

Education News

Visitors will vote for their favourite wildlife habitat throughout the festival with a penny drop. The design with the most amount of money raised for the RHS Campaign for School Gardening will be crowned the winner, with prizes awarded to the top three. To enter and to sign up to the RHS Campaign for School Gardening, schools should visit the website: schoolgardening.rhs.org.uk/ Competitions/Hampton-Court-Competition Photo credit: RHS and Suzanne Plunkett

St Andrew’s Prep Nursery • For children aged 9 months to 4 years • Open 50 weeks of the year, 8am to 6pm • Outstanding care and an inspirational education • Specialist teaching in Music, Dance, PE, Swimming, Tennis and Forest School

standrewsprep.co.uk

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Down: 1.Poison 2. Dagger 4.Hat 5.Anchor 6.Rope 9.Hook 10.Saber 11.Rum 14.Compass 16.Flag 17.Bomb

lown’s Pirate Playtime

Across: 3.Map 7.Island 8.Boot 12.Coins 13.Treasure 15.Locket 17.Barrel 18.Spyglass

Katie

A n s w e r s

Pirate Word Search G

N M K

A O N

P M S

A W C

V O

O C

O G

P M A

A W S

C O C

Can you find all these words in the word search? Shiver, Me, Timbers, Ahoy Cockswain, Booty, Hook, Gangplank, Parrot, Sails, Captain, Deck, Sword, Rum, Ship, Gold, JollyRoger, Buccaneer Can you draw a picture or write a poem about anything to do with Pirates? Send it to us to have a chance of winning a Primary Times Tee Shirt AND seeing your prize winning entry published in the next Primary Times! Categories: ages 4-7 and 8-11 Name: Age: Address:

Postcode: School:

Send your entry together with this completed form to:

Annie's Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG or scan them both and email them to:

competitions@primarytimes.biz

Closing date 8 March 2019. Good Luck!

Why couldn’t the pirate play cards? Because he was sitting on the deck! How much did the pirate’s peg leg and hook cost? An arm and a leg! What are the only notes a pirate can sing? High C’s!

Colouring Corner

Win an Annual Family Membership to Amberley Museum

Located in the heart of the South Downs National Park, Amberley Museum is dedicated to preserving the industrial heritage of the South East. With 36 acres to explore and over 40 exhibits to visit, you and your family can discover the South’s working past. They have a BT Connected Earth exhibit, and are home to the only working print shop in the South, where children can have a go at printing their own name on a souvenir certificate. See the Museum by taking a ride on the narrow gauge railway and historic bus service. With over 20 events planned for the 2019 season, there is so much for the whole family to discover. For more information about Amberley Museum, please visit www.amberleymuseum. co.uk. Primary Times has an annual membership for a family of four to give away to one lucky reader. To be in with a chance of winning, simply tell us how many acres there are to explore at the Museum. For details of how to win, see the bottom of this page.

Win a box of books for your school

Primary Times are offering schools the chance to win a selection of great books for their library. We have a whole box full of titles from super stories to fun educational books. We have several boxes of books to give away and the titles in each may differ. To enter the competition send your name, address, phone number and the name of your school using the details below.

Competitions

Competitions Win a ‘The House with a Clock in Its Walls’ Prize Bundle Jack Black and Cate Blanchett star in The House with a Clock in Its Walls. Directed by Eli Roth, this is a thrilling and magical film for the whole family to enjoy. The enchanted adventure tells the spine-tingling tale of Lewis, a 10-year-old orphan who goes to live with his uncle in a creaky old house with a mysterious tick-tocking heart. Lewis soon learns that Uncle Jonathan and his spirited neighbour, Mrs Zimmerman, are powerful practitioners of the magic arts. When Lewis accidentally awakens the dead, the town’s sleepy facade suddenly springs to life, revealing a secret and dangerous world of witches, warlocks and deadly curses. The House with a Clock in Its Walls is available on Digital Download, DVD, Blu-Ray and 4K Ultra HD now. Primary Times has four prize bundles to give away to four lucky readers. To be in with a chance of winning, simply tell us how old Lewis the orphan is. For details of how to enter, see the bottom of this page.

Win a Bundle of LEGO® Books World Book Day, this year on 7 March, is the world’s biggest annual celebration of children’s books, dedicated to celebrating the benefits of reading for pleasure. Every year, with a host of publishers, World Book Day curates a list of bespoke £1 books for children and young people across the UK and Ireland, which they can choose for free at their local bookshop or supermarket using their £1 World Book Day book token. Catering for all age groups, the list has been created to appeal to the widest possible range of children and young people, tastes and abilities. Designed to be as accessible as possible, the list is available in braille, large print and audio formats and there are two additional books in Welsh. Primary Times has five bundles of LEGO® books to give away to five lucky readers. To be in with a chance of winning, simply tell us what date World Book Day is on this year. For details of how to enter, see the bottom of this page. ©2019 The LEGO Group.

To enter any of the competitions send your answer along with your name, age, school, address and phone number to Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG. Don’t forget to include the name of the competition. Alternatively email your answer and details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with the competition name as the subject by Friday 8 March 2019. If you are entering more than one competition you can put all entries in the same envelope. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

What’s On

More What’s On

Your family diary for February and March

February Mon 18 Feb

Peter Pan Theatre Workshop, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP 11am-3pm. This workshop will use MacDonald Gill’s Peter Pan illustration as inspiration to create adventure stories to act out. The workshop will finish with a performance for friends and family at 2.30pm. Ages 7+. Charges apply. For more details visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Morning Explorer: Knights and Dragons, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE 10am-11am. Morning Explorer is a special time for families with additional needs. The morning includes a story, with special tactile objects to feel. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk or email educ@ sussexpast.co.uk

Make at the Museum, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB (Also 19 and 21 Feb) 10am-4pm. This half term tick, draw, cut and colour in a workshop inspired by the exhibits in the museum. Ages 3+. Charges apply. For more details visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk

Mon 18 – Fri 22 Feb

Normans and Saxons! 1066 Battle of Hastings Abbey and Battlefield, TN33 0AD 10am-3pm. Step forward and join the ranks of the Norman and Saxon armies. Practice your skills in the field with sword, shield and spear, and pick a side for the Kids’ Battle of Hastings. Charges apply. For more details visit www.englishheritage.org.uk

Create and Grow, Squires Garden Centre, Crawley, RH11 8PL 10am-4pm. Keep the little ones busy this half term with this event with activities such as painting a terracotta woodland creature money box and more. Also at the Washington store (RH20 3BP) Charges apply. For more details visit www.squiresgardencentres. co.uk

The Greatest Week! The Hawth Crawley, RH10 6YZ 10.30am-3.30pm. The Crawley theatre will be running two workshops which will give the participants the opportunity to put together a performance inspired by the hit movie in just one week. Charges apply. For more details visit www.parkwoodtheatres. co.uk contact hawthmarketing@ parkwoodtheatres.co.uk

Half Term Fun, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX 10am-4pm. Find play ambassadors in the garden and discover a whole host of ideas of fun things to do during your visit. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffield-parkand-garden

Spring Half Term Activities, Weald & Downland Living Museum, PO18 0EU 11am-3pm. From make and take activities to creative crafts – activities vary daily, so there is always something new to see and to try. Charges apply. For more details visit www.wealddown.co.uk

Tues 19 Feb

Tiger Tea Party, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, TN40 1DP 12noon-1.30pm. Drop in for quick creative activities before the afternoon showing of The Tiger Who Came to Tea. Charges apply. For more details visit www.dlwp.com

Star Party: Petworth Park, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE 7-8pm, 8-9pm. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the moon landing join a community event all about the moon. There will also be some craft activities for children and refreshments on offer. Normal admission applies. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ petworth

Fun with Chemistry, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN 10.30am-1pm. In this workshop, children will get the chance to carry out experiments with solids,

Family Fun Days, Fishbourne Roman Palace, PO19 3QR 10am-4pm. Drop into the palace this half term find out what it was like to live in ancient times. Find out what the Romans did for us, from pottery-making to dressing up, creating mosaics to spinning and weaving. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed

“

I saw your event in Primary Times.... Please mention you saw the event listed in Primary Times

”

liquids and gases as well as watch demonstrations. Ages 6-8. Charges apply.Visit www.the-observatory.org

Little Wild Things, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

current exhibition by MacDonald Gill. This will be developed into original board games that each child can take home and play. Ages 7+. Charges apply.Visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Discover Chemistry, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN 10.30am-1pm. With exciting experiments to try yourself, this funfilled morning will help you discover just how cool chemistry can be. Ages 9-11. Charges apply.Visit www.theobservatory.org

Wild in the Woods Family Festival, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL

10.15-11.45am. Meet some of the amazing creatures that are given a home on the nature reserve, while learning something new, getting a bit mucky and having lots of fun. Ages 2½-5. For more information and to book visit www.rspb.org.uk/PTPul

11am-3pm. Go wild in the woods this half term. Drop in and have a go at fun woodland activities – go on a bug hunt, try out some den building and help create a village for woodland fairies and woodlice. For more details and to book visit www.rspb.org.uk/ PTPul

Lords and Ladies, Anne of Cleves House, Lewes, BN7 1JA,

Spider-Man, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS

10am-4pm. Drop in to the house for sewing, spinning and dressing up as the Tudor well-to-do. All ages welcome. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Make a Monster, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW 10-11.30am. Aaron Blecha leads this free fun drawing workshop. Talk about his work whilst he shows you how to create characters and bring them to life. Go home with your very own unique alien. Ages 8-12. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

All Aboard - A Tour of the Planets, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE (Also 21 Feb) 1.30pm. Go along to the Planetarium for a flight of fancy to explore planetary neighbours. Fasten your seat belts for the trip of a lifetime. Ages 6-15. Charges apply. For more information visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Tues 19 – Fri 22 Feb

February Half Term Fun, Millbrook Crowborough, TN6 3RJ Your little one can take a flight of fancy into the world of feathered friends at Millbrook. With sessions led by Sky Birds of Prey plus the popular make-and-take workshops there’s plenty to enjoy. Charges apply. For more details visit www. millbrookgc.co.uk

Wed 20 Feb

Mapping Board Games, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP 11am-3pm. Create a new and imaginary world that is based on a map by taking inspiration from the

Weaving a web of excitement the Amazing Spider-Man spins into action at Drusillas Park for the first time this year. The crime-fighting crusader will be launching his web-slinging fun and Super Hero antics during meet and greet appearances. Admission charges apply.Visit www.drusillas. co.uk

Distant Worlds: Alien Life, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE 1.30pm. Find out about the discoveries and the exciting possibilities for the existence of Earth-like worlds beyond our Solar System, and the alien life that may inhabit them. Ages 6-15. Charges apply. For more details visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Family Re-Wilding Taster Day, Seaford, BN25 4AD 10.30am-12noon. Ever wondered about taking your child to Forest School? Go along for a taster session of the school activities. Ages 3-11. Meet at Pump Barn behind the Visitor Centre at Seven Sisters Country Park. For more details visit email swtbookings@sussexwt.org.uk

Brighton & Hove Albion v Birmingham City Women, Broadfield Stadium, RH11 9RX Tickets can also be bought at match day price on the day from the ticket office at Broadfield Stadium. Charges apply. For more details visit www. brightonandhovealbion.com

Wed 20 - Fri 22 Feb

Holiday Bible Club, Three Bridges Free Church, Crawley, RH10 1LS 10am-12.30pm. Expect Bible stories, quizzes, singing, games and crafts. No need to book. Free, drop-in. Ages 5-12. For more details contact davidhails@btinternet.com

Your family diary for February and March

February Thurs 21 Feb

Explore the Moon Twilight, The Observatory Science Centre, Herstmonceux, BN27 1RN 10.30am-1pm. Go along to find out fascinating facts, make your own Moon model, create some messy craters and build a Moon lander. All this plus the chance to look through the giant telescopes. Ages 9-11. Charges apply.Visit www.theobservatory.org

Mary and The Witch’s Flower (U), Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 5EG 2pm. A dazzling film adventure about Mary, a young girl who discovers the strange Fly-By Night, a flower that grants magical powers but only for one night. Charges apply. For more details visit www.ropetacklecentre. co.uk

Knights and Dragons, Lewes Castle, BN7 1YE 10.30am-12noon, 2-3.30pm. A half term workshop for children aged 4-8. Expect stories about castle knights, armour to try on and lots of things to make, including a dragon mask. Admission charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www. sussexpast.co.uk

Hello Kitty, Drusillas Park, Alfriston, BN26 5QS Visit Hello Kitty in her beautiful themed house and have a souvenir photo taken with the cutest girl herself. Meet and greet opportunities will operate at intervals throughout the day. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www.drusillas.co.uk

Make Your Own Teddy Clothes Workshop, Sew Fabulous, Brighton, BN1 4JU. 10am-12noon. Design and make your favourite teddy or stuffed toy a new outfit during February Half Term.You will use sewing machines, and hand sewing techniques. Ages 8+. Charges apply. For more details visit www. sew-fabulous.org

Create a Comic, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW 2-3.30pm. Are you a budding illustrator or comic maker? In this free workshop for older kids, Aaron Blecha will talk about his creations and guide you through the process of creating your own comic. Ages 10-12. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

Garden Team Tour: Bulbs, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 11am-12.30pm. There are thousands of bulbs adding colour to the garden. Discover more about their underground world on a seasonal tour of the bulb display. Admission applies.Visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/nymans

Woodland Walk: Ranger’s Choice, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB (Also 21 Mar) 11am-12.30pm. The knowledgeable woods team will take you on a walk of the woodland watching out for birds and finding out about the habitat they live in. Admission applies.Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Film Screening: My Neighbour Totoro (U), Towner Art Gallery, Eastbourne, BN21 4JJ 2pm. Miyazaki’s superbly animated tale is considered to be one of the best-loved family films of all time. The story follows two young girls who find their new home is by a mystical forest inhabited by fantastical creatures called Totoros. Charges apply. To book visit www. townereastbourne.org.uk

Fri 22 Feb

Bird Watching For Families, Chichester Harbour Conservancy, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE 12.30pm. A midday cruise to enjoy the harbour views whilst enjoying your picnic lunch. Why not go along to the Bird Bonanza in the morning, a fun learning event especially for families at Dell Quay. Charges apply. For more details and to book visit www.conservancy.co.uk

Crime Scene Illusion, Sweet Werks, BN1 1AL 6pm A unique show weaving together the worlds of crime scene investigation, criminal profiling, and magic. Take a journey through the stages of investigation, questioning, and evidence examination with Crime Scene Illusionist, Tracy Wise. Ages 10+. Charges apply.Visit www. sweetvenues.com

My First Cinema: Messy Goes To Okido, Ropetackle Arts Centre, Shoreham-by-Sea, BN43 5EG (Also 22 Mar) 2pm. Snowden has lost his pine cone ears and he can’t hear a sausage. Will Messy and his friends find them in time for his performance in the Okido ice skating extravaganza? Ages 2-5. Charges apply. For more details visit www. ropetacklecentre.co.uk

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed

“

I saw your event in Primary Times.... Please mention you saw the event listed in Primary Times

”

Family Activity: Wonderful Water, Chichester Cathedral, PO19 1PX

10am. Create your own marvellous water-themed crafts and follow the clues on the Cathedral trail before collecting your prize. Ages 3-11. Charges apply. For more details visit www.chichestercathedral.org.uk

Half Term Pizza Making, Saddlescombe Farm, Devil’s Dyke, BN45 7DE 10am-1pm, 2-5pm. Make your own pizza, top it with toppings of your choice, bake it and eat in the wonderful surroundings of Saddlescombe Farm. Charges apply and booking is essential. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ saddlescombe-farm-and-newtimberhill

Mob Hedging, Slindon Estate nr Arundel, BN18 0RG 10am-12noon, 1-3pm. Join the rangers to create 1,000m of new hedgerow in the middle of the Slindon Estate. Admission charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/slindon-estate

Sat 23 Feb

Skip’s Family Workshop: Rockstars, Theatre Royal Brighton, BN1 1SD 10.30am-12.30pm. Make Rock Star outfits and accessories, there will be plenty of air guitar action too. Ages 5-10. Charges apply. To book visit www.atgtickets.com/venues/theatreroyal-brighton

Sun 24 Feb

The Northern Lights, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8AE 3.30pm. Go along to the Planetarium to understand how eruptions on the Sun cause displays of the Northern Lights, and how these are visible from the ground. Ages 6-15. Charges apply. For more information visit www. southdowns.org.uk

Thurs 28 Feb

Garden Team Tour: Rose Garden in Winter, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 11am-12.30pm. Drop in and see the garden team while they work in the Rose Garden to find out what goes on in the winter months. Admission applies.Visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/nymans

Worthing Beach Clean, BN11 3NT 10.30am-12noon. Join a team for a beach clean to clear up litter washed up along the shoreline. You’ll be collecting rubbish, sorting recyclables and conducting a litter survey. For more details visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk or email sarahward@sussexwt.org.uk

What’s On

More What’s On

March Sat 2 Mar

Stories with Skip: Caterpillars to Butterflies, Theatre Royal Brighton, BN1 1SD 10am. A perfect introduction for little ones to the Theatre Royal Brighton. Stories, games, mini makes, and lots of joining in for 2–4-year olds and their adults. Charges apply. To book visit www.atgtickets.com/venues/ theatre-royal-brighton

Arty Crafty Club, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB 2-4pm. Each art club takes a gallery of the museum as its theme to try out different making methods and skills. Expect clay work, plaster casting, painting on canvas, animation and much more. Suitable for ages 8-12. Charges apply. For more details visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk

Family Fun: International Women’s Day, Phoenix Brighton, BN2 9NB 11am-1pm, 2-4pm. Go along and take part in a fun filled workshop to help celebrate International Women’s Day. Enjoy working as a family to explore different materials with Phoenix artists. Ages 5+. Free, drop-in. For more details visit www. phoenixbrighton.org

Wildlife Watch, Rye Harbour Village Car Park, TN31 7TX 10am-2.30pm. Monthly club suitable for children aged 5-11 years offering a chance to find out more about the natural world and the special wildlife you’ll find at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve. For more details visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Chorister Open Day, Chichester Cathedral, PO19 1PX 1pm. Join the junior choristers for the afternoon. An informal event suitable for boys in years 2 and 3, and for parents of younger children who would like to hear more about life as a chorister. Charges apply. For more details visit www.chichestercathedral. org.uk

Burgess Hill Girls Open Day and PAW Patrol Appearance, RH15 0EG Chase and Skye from the hit Nickelodeon show PAW Patrol are set to provide entertainment for

For lots more What’s On ideas see page 22... 4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

What’s On

More What’s On

Your family diary for February and March

March younger children at the Burgess Hill Girls Open Day. The whole school will be open and pupils will be on hand to take you on a tour. Meet and speak to key staff members.Visit www.burgesshillgirls.com

Open Day, Buckswood School, Guestling, TN35 4LT 10am – 12noon.Visit the school, meet with staff and pupils and view the vast array of facilities on offer. Experience the Buckswood difference first hand with a tour from one of the school prefects to receive a true reflection of life as a Buckswood scholar. For more details visit www. buckswood.co.uk

Sun 3 Mar

Big Beach Clean, Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters, East Dean, BN20 0AB 10am-12noon. Help clean the beach and survey litter with the Marine Conservation Society. Children and families welcome. Free event. For more details visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/birling-gap-and-the-sevensisters

Walk with a Warden, Rye Harbour Village Car Park, TN31 7TX

their creativity with crayons, charcoal and print. Ages 8+. Charges apply. For more details visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Mar

National Trust World Book Day, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE 10am-4pm. Join National Trust to celebrate World Book Day. Go along to your local venue dressed as your favourite fictional character and enjoy the Bookworm trail. Normal admission applies. For more details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ petworth

Sun 10 Mar

Design, Draw, Print, Play, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP 11am-4pm. Join graphics and illustration students from the University of Brighton who have designed fun-packed drawing and typographic activities for all ages to get involved in. Free, dropin. For more details visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Thurs 14 Mar

Material Practices: YouTube Live, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB

10am-1pm. Join an experienced warden for a short walk around our coastal reserve, looking to see what birds, insects and plants are around at this time of year. Meet at the Rye Harbour Village Car Park.Visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

2.30-3.30pm. Exhibiting students talk about their work and practice for a YouTube live broadcast. Go along to listen in, ask questions and learn more about the work of these young artists. Charges apply. For more details visit www.brightonmuseums. org.uk

Thurs 7 Mar

Fri 15 Mar

World Book Day 2019, Nationwide Join the world’s biggest campaign to provide every child and young person in the country with a book of their own. For more information and creative resources visit www. worldbookday.com

World Book Day, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW Go along in your costume after school to learn about how children’s books are made. In this special workshop, children will be guided through the processes of creating their own original characters. Ages 8-12. Booking is essential. For more details email museum@ littlehampton-tc.gov.uk

Sat 9 Mar

Exploring Materials, Hove Museum and Art Gallery, BN3 4AB 2-3.30pm.Young, budding artists get to grips with materials in this fun workshop led by Material Practices exhibiting students. Kids can explore

4 Feb - 24 Mar ‘19

“

I saw your event in Primary Times.... Please mention you saw the event listed in Primary Times

Red Nose Day, Nationwide People across the UK will be coming together to do things big and small, that will add up to something massive. Comic Relief spends the money raised to help people living tough lives across the UK and Africa. For fundraising packs and more info visit www. comicrelief.com/ rednoseday

Thurs 21 Mar

”

Shoreham-by-Sea Beach Clean, BN43 5LJ

2.30-4.30pm. Join a team for a beach clean to clear up litter washed up along the shoreline. You’ll be collecting rubbish, sorting recyclables and conducting a litter survey. For more details visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk or email sarahward@sussexwt.org.uk

Sat 23 Mar

Togi’s Team – Colour Magic, Fishbourne Roman Palace, PO19 3QR 10am-12.30pm. Discover how paint colours and dyes were made and used in Roman times. Togi’s Team is a club for budding young archaeologists aged 6-12 years. Admission charges apply. Booking is essential. For more details visit www.sussexpast.co.uk

Spring Beach Clean, Rye Harbour Village Car Park, TN31 7TX 10am-1pm. Look out for the first wheatears and sandwich terns of the year while helping to remove the rubbish blown in by winter storms. Hot soup will be served at the end. For more details visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Supper and Race Night, Buckswood School Stables, Guestling, TN35 4LT Gates open 7pm, first race 7.30pm. Support the stables at this evening of equine fun, food and thrills. Get involved by ‘buying’ and naming a horse for £5 with prizes going to winning ‘owners’. Charges apply. For more details call Abbie at the Stables on 07970 145 210.

Mon 25 Mar

Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP Visit this horticultural delight as the garden reopens after the winter. For more details visit www.bordehill. co.uk

Sat 30 Mar

World Book Day Weekend, Bodiam Castle, Nr Robertsbridge, TN32 5UA 11am-4pm. Celebrating World Book Day through storytelling and a bookworm trail. Exchange a token for a £1 book or put it towards a book of your choice. Charges apply. For more details visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/bodiam-castle

Sat 30 – Sun 31 Mar

Mother’s Day Craft Weekend, Various National Trust Venues Celebrate with your Mum with this themed craft activity across selected National Trust venues including Bodiam Castle and Birling Gap. Decorate your own lovely potted spring flower pots. Charges apply. For more details and timings visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk

Mums Can Do, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Enjoy a packed weekend where mums can experience activities such as pottery, train driving and bus conducting. Go along with the whole family for a day. For more details visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Sun 31 Mar

Object Journeys Fashioning Africa, Brighton Museum, BN1 1EE 10am-5pm. An exhibition featuring new objects collected by Brighton Museum as part of the Fashioning Africa project, and objects loaned from the British Museum.Visit www.brightonmuseums. org.uk

Mothering Sunday, Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP 10am-6pm. Spoil your mother or grandmother with an early springtime walk and a delicious brunch or vintage afternoon tea served inside a decorated marquee. For more details visit www.bordehill. co.uk

Fri 29 Mar Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed

Wear A Hat Day 2019, Nationwide

Our next copy deadline is

Brain Tumour Research would like you to join the thousands of other children, parents and teachers across the country joining in to create entertaining and colourful hatthemed fundraising events. To register and get your free fundraising pack visit www.wearahatday.org

8 March 2019. If you have something you would like us to try and publicise (space permitting) please email it to

listings@ primarytimes.biz

All your own work!

Ben Clinton aged 5

Alana Turnbull-Hughes aged 8

a Hart won a ticket to see Aladdin competitions in our Winter/Christmas issue. Matild Congratulations to the following people who won on Dome. Alina Gostek won Bright at etition Morgan won the Learn to Fly comp at the Broadway Theatre Catford. Tommy and Josh Aoife Muggeridge, g Mermaid competition at Greenwich Theatre were the Barbican competition. The winners of the Singin Ansaf won Sarah and ew Clarke, Emilia Windle, Ollie Taylor Penelope Adams and Ellie McBride. Amelie Hill, Matth as Webbe, Thom l. Schoo ry Prima E of C for his school - St Paul's Paddington 2 DVDs. Lewis Khoo won a box of books o stationery Stabil es. bundl prize ! Rocks ity Nativ won White Adelaide Stanley Willis, Alexander Roberts, Lily Edwards and med. Ben Moha een Mohid well, Imogen Scully, Vanessa Wales and Salma bundles were won by Tahani Muhaimin, Abi McDo aged ghes ull-Hu Turnb Alana was r winne for the under 8's and our older Clinton aged 5 won our Annie's drawing competition rk on this page. If you would like to see 8. Well done to all our winners and enjoy the artwo

your work displayed here then just send us a drawing, poem, riddles, jokes or short story and we'll do our very best to include it. Send it to: Good Work Page Primary Times 7 Southbrook Mews London SE12 8LG

Thank you to Emilia Narkevic for her detailed world map, Ola Ukoha for her lovely Nature drawing and poem and siblings Devon and Jolin for their fun drawings of their families under snow. We love seeing your work so do please keep sending it to us.