South London May Half Term 2018 Primary Times by Alison Watson

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An Interview with Holly Smale by Hannah Draisey I enjoyed the facts Holly Smale, writer of the popular teenage novel series Geek Girl, you was recently interviewed by young journalist Hannah Draisey about her books and her inspiration for the series. Hannah conducted the included interview by phone as part of the BBC School Report project when she in Geek was a patient attending the Evelina Children’s Hospital’s own school in Girl. What South London. Hannah has kindly let us publish her interview. interests What made you want to write Geek Girl? you in I wanted to be a writer since I was four but didn’t know what to write about. facts like I was 29 when I decided to write a story about my past. these?

Getting to Know Geek Girl

How long does it take you to write a book? Each of my books took a different amount of time to write. The first Geek Girl book took three years to write because I was working full time and writing at the weekends. The second book took a year as I didn’t have to work and had more experience. The books I write now take six to nine months each.

Where do you get your inspiration? I get inspiration from everything. I listen to conversations, I pay attention to how people walk and dress, I am incredibly nosey. I use experiences from my own life, if I overhear something funny or interesting I might include it in my books.

Which books did you enjoy reading when you were growing up? When I was very little, I read the Faraway Tree series. When I got a bit older, I read The Borrowers and Anne of Green Gables. Anne of Green Gables helped me when I was going through a difficult time.

Which books have you enjoyed reading recently? I’ve just finished reading the Game of Thrones books. It’s the first time I’ve read a fantasy novel. I’ve enjoyed the difference in genre. As a writer it’s important to read different types of books.You can sometimes get stuck reading just one genre.

Do you ever read your own books? Yes, I don’t read them for pleasure because I know them so well and I know what made me write the books. Because it’s a series, when starting to write the next book I go back and read all the books before that again. I remind myself what’s going on and the type of tempo the story is paced at.

I was a lot like Harriet (Geek Girl character) when I was younger and still am now. Facts are a different way of seeing the world and facts are Harriet’s narrative voice. It is also a way of showing Harriet’s personality and character.

Are any of the characters in Geek Girl based on real people? No character is the same as a person in real life, most of them are fictional however a couple are very similar to people I know. Harriet’s dad for example is very similar to my own dad. Harriet was very similar to me as a teenager. Some of the characters are based on a mix of different people I’ve met.

To finish, Hannah also asked Holly some questions about herself. What advice would you give your teenage self? I’d tell her to be brave. When I was younger, I blamed myself for things that happened; I’d go back and give myself a hug.

What is your favourite flavour of ice cream? What a good question. Salted caramel ice cream and Turkish delight ice cream, which is very hard to find. Basically anything, I love ice cream!

Holly Smale’s first published book, Geek Girl, won the 2014 Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and she’s gone from strength to strength ever since. There are six books in the Geek Girl series, all published in paperback by Harper Collins and are available in High Street and online bookshops. 2

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Rant over! So welcome to our May Half Term issue which covers from just before half term through to just before the beginning of the big summer break. With the weather changing May Half Term is the perfect time to start venturing outside more and exploring. Have a look through the listings for lots of ideas on what to do and where to go. Many of the suggestions are free so do look carefully through them and mark them up. If you do attend anything please mention that you read about them in Primary Times! Are you holding a summer fair at school or any events that we could help you publicise in our free listings? If so, send the details in plenty of time to listings@primarytimes. biz and we will do our very best to include them in the next magazine. We’ve got lots of competitions for you all to enter. Please do remember to include your personal details on to your entries as we can’t let you win if we don’t know how to contact you. No details are ever forwarded on, other than the winners.

Contents

inside this issue.... Underbelly Festival...................6 What’s On.................................8 Family Theatre..........................9 Here comes the Sun....................13 Schools Roundup......................17 Out of School Activities...........24 Competitions...........................27 All Your Own Work!................. 31

Have a fun and relaxing half term. We’ll be in schools again the week beginning 2 July.

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Chrysalis Care Chrysalis Care Independent Fostering Agency is recruiting foster carers. Are you ready for an adventure?

Kew Gardens’ Temperate House Re-opens Kew Gardens has been undertaking one of the largest restoration projects in its entire history and opened the doors of its spectacular Temperate House on 5 May revealing 10,000 breathtaking plants. Entering the glasshouse, visitors can embark on a round-the-world adventure, seeing sites including the Dombeya mauritiana, a tree that was thought to be extinct in the wild until Kew’s renowned Carlos Magdalena found one growing in the Mauritian highlands. After many trials and tribulations (including forming a human ladder to reach the lowest branch), Carlos was able to gather and return with cuttings, and Kew is now the only place in the world with this tree in cultivation. There are lots of activities guests can take part in during their visit. Families can explore the Temperate House with conservation giant ‘Gnomus’, a larger-than-life puppet who will take them on a story-led walking tour, highlighting the most interesting tales around the vital importance of plants. Tours will take place 26 May to 3 June, and 21 July to 2 September. Fifteen minute performances will take place between 11am and 5pm. Inspired by the magnificent structure of the Temperate House, Cirque Bijou have created an unforgettable aerial show that will be a visual spectacle. Shows will take place on weekends and Bank Holidays, from 26 May to 2 September. There will be one 20 minute performance per hour between 12noon and 4pm. For more information visit www.kew.org Photo credit: RBG Kew

I am a Wonder Woman

Published to coincide with International Women’s Day, I am a Wonder Woman celebrates the accomplishments of passionate and ambitious women from around the world. Each page is filled with inspirational and astounding stories about the most influential women in history. Step into the lives of prominent figures with unique activities, creative questions to answer and captivating topics to think about and discuss as a family. Fun activities like designing a badge to promote women’s rights will not only encourage children’s creativity, it will also allow them to apply what they have learnt to everyday life. The book profiles inspirational figures from American aviator Amelia Earhart and Danish spy Brita Tott, to the Polish physicist Marie Curie and Mexican activist Eufrosina Cruz. Quirky and detailed artwork brings each story to life, enabling inquisitive readers to travel the globe and discover remarkable individuals from every kind of profession, with every kind of talent. I am a Wonder Woman is a perfect way to educate children in the history of women’s rights and to help them look forward to the future. Get your copy online or from any good High Street store for £9.99. 4

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As we head towards summer, you may be planning for the long summer break, sunny days of adventure and family fun and perhaps you know you have more than enough to share. There are many children and young people yearning for a family experience and perhaps, you could provide them with the short or long-term care they need? Who knows where it may lead? In 1997, a fostering family created Chrysalis Care and over more than 20 years, have helped hundreds of families share memorable experiences with children and young people in every season. Chrysalis Care is still family-run and has a stable and long-standing foundation. Foster carers are based across London, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and benefit from expert 24-hour advice, guidance, training and support, as well as being welcomed into the Chrysalis Care family. If you want to join Chrysalis Care’s diverse pool of foster carers, in transforming lives, through fostering children and young people, from all backgrounds, please contact one of their friendly and knowledgeable staff members, by phone on 020 8298 2800, by emailing info@chrysaliscare.org or by visiting www. chrysaliscarefostering.org.

You Are Awesome How many times have your children complained because they are no good at sport, can’t do maths or really struggle with exams? If children believe they can’t do something, the chances are they won’t try. But what if they really could get better at anything they tried their hand at? Matthew Syed is setting out to help children excel at just about anything they put their mind to. You Are Awesome inspires and empowers young readers with a toolkit for developing a growth mindset and finding the confidence to realise their potential. The first children’s book from the Times journalist, two-time Olympian and bestselling mindset author Matthew Syed, takes the themes and principles of his award-winning adult novels and recasts them for a 9+ readership. Using real life stories (concerning the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Serena Williams and JK Rowling) Syed demonstrates that success really is earned rather than pre-ordained, and that our abilities can be transformed through practice. With a growth mindset, based on hard work and determination, practice, selfbelief and resilience, there’s no reason why anyone can’t achieve (almost) anything. Practical, insightful and positive, this is the book to help children build resilience, embrace their mistakes and grow into successful, happy adults. Matthew Syed’s number one best-selling book You Are Awesome is available for £9.99 online and from all good high street retailers.

News Fruit Bowl’s Fruity Snacks Range

Eating healthily and getting fruit into your kids’ diet isn’t always easy, especially when they’re hungry or fancy something sweet. To help make eating fruit a bit easier, and without the mess or waste, Fruit Bowl have created an irresistibly tasty range of fruit snacks packed with real fruity goodness. They’re perfect to munch between meals or curb after school tummy rumblings, as well as a great addition to lunchboxes. In fact, all of the treats in the Fruit Bowl range like Fruit Peelers, School Bars, and Fruit Flakes are so fruity that they count as one of your 5 a day! Fruit Bowl also has a range of fruit snacks dipped in a deliciously creamy yogurt, perfect for a more indulgent treat. The products can be found in all major supermarkets nationwide and online in the home baking aisle. For more information about the full range of Fruit Bowl products, visit www.fruit-bowl.com.

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Underbelly Festival

Underbelly Festival continues on the Southbank with an incredible line-up, including headline shows from four countries across four different continents by some of the finest purveyors of circus in the world. Beyond the intercontinental feast of circus, Underbelly Festival is celebrating a decade as London’s home of spring and summer comedy with shows by a host of the country’s finest comedians This is just a flavour of the full programme of comedy, circus, cabaret, variety and family fun taking place daily until the end of September in two spectacular venues, both set within a buzzing festival site which features some of London’s finest outdoor bars, offering a sumptuous range of food and drink. For more information or to book any show, visit www. underbellyfestival.com. Photo credit: David Jensen

Children Are Stinky

Fresh from six sell out seasons in Australia, Children are Stinky is bringing the stink back to London. High calibre circus, a rocking soundtrack, and genuine belly laughs have propelled these stinkers onto sold-out shows every single season. Suitable for ages 3-12, this supercharged showstopper will delight adults and children alike. April Dawson and Kyle Raftery will be delivering a powerhouse of circus talent. Expect daredevil stunts, incredible acrobatics, lightning fast hula hoops, and loads of laughs. Sleek stagecraft combined with mischievous fun leave audiences with their jaws on the floor yelling for more.

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Set in the 1990s, in-jokes and cleverly choreographed nostalgic mash-up hooks parents in for a rollicking trip down memory lane. This enjoyable family show’s attempts to prove that kids are stinky are met with messy, ridiculous, hysterical twists. The duo only succeed in proving that children are awesome. Children Are Stinky will be showing at Underbelly Festival on Southbank from 29 May - 17 June. For more information, please visit www.underbellyfestival.com.

The Very Circusy Caterpillar

The Very Circusy Caterpillar is coming to London for the first time! Inspired by the classic children’s storybook, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, this fun and interactive show sees our ravenous friend take to the stage. With toe-tapping music, a long-suffering narrator, and a bucket load of amazing circus skills, The Very Circusy Caterpillar has been delighting audiences since 2011 including headlining at the Bally On High festival in Melbourne. Elena Kirschbaum, festival director said, “She has a beautiful energy on stage that appeals to audiences of all ages.” This show is a big serving of healthy eating, with juggling peas, hula-hooping strawberries, balancing pineapples, contorting avocados and even flying salads! Your little one will be in fits of giggles. The Very Circusy Caterpillar will teach children about the importance of healthy eating, positive body image, persistence in achieving your dreams, and confidence in forging your own path. Even if you are a little caterpillar just trying to be like someone else right now, you might end up as a big beautiful butterfly with your own thing going on. It’s the perfect show for your child’s first experience of live performance and is sure to induce a little nostalgia for the adults as well. William (age 4yrs) told Primary Times, “My favourite part was when she went upside down!” Photo credit: Jo Duck

Head First Acrobats are an Australian based circus and entertainment company. They are presenting their wonderful children’s show ‘Arr we there yet?!’ at the Underbelly Festival site in London’s Southbank. The show is a swashbuckling bonanza of circus stunts and family-friendly skits. The three incredible performers of the cast attended the National Institute of Circus Arts in Melbourne, Australia. The university level training institution provides specialised tuition in acrobatics and circus arts. From the humble beginnings of the backyard back flip to world class acrobatics on the international stage, the training provided by NICA has completely changed the lives of these three artists, and now they get to tour the world doing what they love and making people happy. If you want to inspire your kids and yourselves, ‘Arr we there yet?!’ showcases a variety of incredible skills and hilarious stunts with something for all ages, all performed by three strong male role models who changed their lives with circus. For more information and show times, please visit www.underbellyfestival. com.

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall

Globe-trotting Baby Disco DJ, Monski Mouse is back for her sixth consecutive summer residency at London’s favourite Southbank pop-up, Underbelly Festival. Playing 17 Sundays from 6 May to 30 September, Monski Mouse is ready to get heads and shoulders, knees and toes bopping along to her beautiful bonkers selection

of tracks. Check www. underbellyfestival.com for a full list of dates and times. This unique early childhood disco is celebrated for its attention to making sure both adults and children have a fabulous time together on the dance floor. Expertly hosted by DJ Monski Mouse and her Monski Mouse Dancers who offer just enough choreography to keep the disco moving without making you feel you’ve signed up to a class. Give yourself and your little one a bopping treat this summer and see why Monski Mouse is a sell-out hit wherever she is laying down the tracks. To book tickets, visit www.underbellyfestival.com or call 03333 444 167. Photo credit: Tony Virgo

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What’s On Your family diary for May, June and July Ongoing Until 20 May

Dulwich Festival, Various Locations

To mark the Festival’s 25th Anniversary, this year’s theme is ‘Celebration’ and there promises to be plenty of family fun to be had including live music and children’s theatre. There will also be a children’s art competition (deadline 4 May). For more information and to view the full programme of events visit dulwichfestival.co.uk

Until 17 Jun

Powerful Tides: 400 years of Chatham and the Sea, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE

This exhibition brings works together for the first time that celebrate not only the Dockyard but also reconnects it back to the sea, exploring the emotions that both Chatham and the sea have had on artists from the 17th century to the present day. For more information visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

Until 1 Sep

Family Ties – The Adamah Papers, Black Cultural Archives, Brixton, SW2 1EF

This exhibition is an intimate presentation of a British-Ghanaian family’s rich heritage and traditions that have been delicately preserved. Follow the Adamah family’s personal journey to rediscover their kingship and regality in Ghana and to preserve their family traditions here in Britain. For more information visit www. blackculturalarchives.org

Until 30 Sep

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall, Underbelly Festival, Southbank, SE1 8XX

(Selected dates) This international hit, early childhood event lets parents and under-fives loose on the dance floor in this friendliest of discos. Selling out shows around the world find out why Monski Mouse is a hit with the under 5s and their parents/carers. To book visit www. underbellyfestival.com

Until 28 Oct

Colour: The Rainbow Revealed Exhibition, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

An award-winning exhibition exploring the endless ways in which colour shapes our world. It is full of family-friendly displays and interactive games including an Art Machine for you to create your own vibrant masterpiece, a Mood Room and more. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.horniman.ac.uk

Until 25 Nov

400th Anniversary, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE

This year marks the 400th anniversary since the Royal Dockyard was established. Go and along and celebrate. There are a number of programmes and activities organised throughout the year. For more information visit www.thedockyard. co.uk

May Wed 16 May

Evening Bird Walk, Sydenham Hill Wood, Southwark, SE26 6LS

7-9pm. Join Sydenham Hill Wood Conservation Officer Daniel Greenwood for a guided bird walk. You will be listening to and observing the array of bird species present at the Wood. Wear suitable footwear. Meet inside the Crescent Wood Road gate. For more information visit www.wildlondon.org.uk

Fri 18 – Sat 19 May

Museums at Night, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE

Join in on one of the Museum at Night sessions and have a fun-filled evening with the team exploring the Dockyard after the doors have shut! For more information and to book visit www.thedockyard.co.uk

Until 27 Oct

Butterfly House, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

10am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm). The specially-planted habitat is the perfect place to experience butterflies freeflying all around you and to discover amazing facts about the life-cycle and behaviour of these fascinating creatures. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.horniman. ac.uk

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Magic Nuudles, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ 12noon-2pm. They’re squishy and they’re magic. Build anything you can imagine from these colourful little nuggets. Just add water! Ages 2+. Free, drop-in activity. For more information visit www. unicorntheatre.com

Art Makers, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

(Also 26 May) 1.30-2.15pm and 2.45-3.30pm. Have fun with different art techniques to create something fabulous to take home inspired by the Horniman’s collections or seasonal celebrations. Buy your tickets on the day. For more information visit www.horniman. ac.uk

FONC Open Day, Nunhead Cemetery, SE15 3LP

11am-5pm. There will be tours of the cemetery, visits to the chapel and crypt - not usually open - guidance on family history, many stalls, face painting, badge making, plus delicious food and drinks at the café. For more information visit www.fonc.org.uk

Sun 20 May

Family Learning Activity, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP

Incredible Edible Vauxhall Walk, Various Locations

Family Activities, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

Unfolding Stories, The National Gallery, WC2N 5DN

10.30am-4pm. Go along and enjoy some fun, hands-on family activities. Buy a ticket to Tower Bridge on a family activity day and you’ll be given a complimentary Family Activity Pass which grants free access to any Activity Day over the next six months. Most appropriate for ages 6-10. For more information visit www.towerbridge.org.uk

(Also 26 May) 11am, 11.45am and 12.30pm. Discover the collections that make the Horniman special. Each week these fun family sessions will explore a different theme using objects from the Handling Collection, from flying animals to musical instruments. Ages 3+. Free. For more information visit www.horniman. ac.uk

Wild Flower Art Picnic, Eden Community Garden, Lambeth, SW4 0DX

1-4pm. Take along a blanket, food, family and friends and join the Eden Garden team and local artists from WildCity to picnic whilst creating art works inspired by the garden and wild flowers. Event part of the Chelsea Fringe. For more information visit www.chelseafringe.com

Free Open Day, PQA Earlsfield, Burntwood School, SW17 0AQ 9.45am-1pm. Following a brief introduction the children will be divided into age groups and will get the chance to sample classes in musical theatre, comedy, drama, film and television. A great way for your child to get a flavour of the academy. For more information visit www. pqacademy.com

2-4pm. A guided stroll through Lambeth, finding hidden food treasures along the way, including The Ragged Canteen@Beaconsfield Gallery Vauxhall (with a stop for herbal cocktails), a little piece of countryside at the Vauxhall City Farm and ending up in Bonnington Square. Arrive early to get free access to the Garden Museum. To book visit www. chelseafringe.com

11am-12.30pm and 2-3.30pm. Work with artist and designer Bethan Durie to experiment with contemporary drawing techniques and sketch from still-life paintings. See your visual story unfold by adding collage to create a concertina drawing series. Ages 5-11. Places allocated on arrival. For more information visit www. nationalgallery.org.uk

Beautiful Bouquets, Dulwich Picture Gallery, SE21 7AD

2-4pm. Collage a bouquet of beautiful flowers. Take inspiration from paintings in the gallery, or make up your own flowers, using paper, photos, paint and pencils. Ages 4-12. For more information visit www. dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk

A World of Stories, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

(Also 27 May) 2-2.45pm and 3.154pm. Enjoy stories from some of the best storytellers in London. Their tales bring the Museum’s varied collections to life and will whisk you away to faraway places and different times. Ages 5+. Free. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

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Don’t miss The House Fairy, a musical fantasy for children aged 3 - 9 years which runs at Theatre Peckham from 10 - 21 July.

Family Theatre Double Act

Meet Ruby and Garnet. They’re twins – identical, inseparable and do absolutely everything together. However, their lives are about to change. Recently, Dad’s gone a bit weird. He’s been acting strange ever since he started dating that frizzy dizzy Rose, and now he’s gone and bought a bookshop in the country. Vicky Ireland’s funny and gripping stage adaptation is based on Jacqueline Wilson’s multi award-winning book and is the perfect summer treat for ages 7 and up. Get ready for twin trouble playing at Polka Theatre, Wimbledon from Friday 15 June to Sunday 5 August. Join the Polka for a special performance on Sunday 24 June which includes a post-show talk with Jacqueline Wilson and members of the cast. There will also be an audio described performance and relaxed performance on 28 July and a reduced price show on 17 June. To book tickets and for more information, please visit www.polkatheatre.com.

Do you believe in fairies? At Theatre Peckham this summer there’s a house-full of them. Theatre Peckham is proud to present their summer blockbuster The House Fairy - a muchloved tale of mischievous fairies who leave the bottom of the garden to take up residence in the nooks and crannies of a family home.

Family Theatre

Theatre Peckham’s Summer Show

When Mum and Dad have to rush to the hospital to deliver the latest addition to the family, they leave behind their five children. Left to their own devices, getting from breakfast to bedtime looks set to be a very messy affair, until the appearance of... the House Fairy! Together with friends the Silver Birch Fairy, Gooseberry Fairy, Mossy Fairy, the Bin Fairy and more, the house-proud House Fairy turns the pancake-puddles, sticky smears and chocolate mayhem back to domestic bliss, as he sings and dances his way through the mopping and ironing, and invites you all to sing-a-long. Tickets cost from £8. To book, contact Theatre Peckham’s Box Office on 020 7708 5401 or book online at www. theatrepeckham.co.uk. You’ll find Theatre Peckham at 221 Havil Street, Peckham.

Fri 15 Jun – Sun 5 Aug

Adapted and directed by Vicky Ireland

Get ready for twin trouble…

020 8543 4888 www.polkatheatre.com Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB

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Family Theatre

2 Jun

The King with Dirty Feet Explore how shoes are represented in fairy tales and myths around the world, from magic moccasins to glass slippers, from dancing princesses to shoemaking elves. Ages 5-8.

3 Jun

Family Theatre Blue Elephant Theatre SE5 Box Office: 020 7701 0100 17 Jun

The Tale of the Cockatrice Mumblecrust Theatre present two muddle-headed storytellers, an obscure British legend, breath-taking puppetry and spine-tingling live music in this dark and winding fable for monster-lovers young and old. Ages 7-12.

Broadway Catford Box Office: 020 8690 0002 9 Jun

The Star that Lost its Twinkle Ruby the Rabbit really wants to go into space. One day she gets her chance. Follow Ruby into space in our musical, tailtapping adventure. Show followed by a workshop. Under 8s.

The Owl and the Pussycat Join Owly-cat and fellow family members, Jumblie and Quangle Wangle Quee, in a story inspired by the nonsense world of Edward Lear. Ages 3+.

30 May

All Hail the Snail and Other Creatures Join poet John Hegley as he takes us on a humorous journey through his living library of poems, songs, stories and animal drawings. Ages 5+.

1 Jun

Rufus Longbottom and the Space Rabbit

Guided by the Space Rabbit’s magical paws, the Enjoy unlikely pair go on a the show! journey which takes And don’t them to the ends forget to say of the earth in the you saw it in search for a family and a place to call Primary home. Ages 5+. Times!

9 Jun

The Lost Rainbow One day 2 magical fish, Sid and Dulcie, find something truly amazing in the sea. What will they do next? Show followed by a workshop. Under 8s.

Greenwich Theatre Box Office: 020 8858 7755 15 – 26 May

A Midsummer Night’s Dream Through the use of text, music, movement, puppetry and song this production promises to be a fantastic first introduction to Shakespeare for any age. Ages 8+.

27 May

2 – 3 Jun

The Elves and the Shoemaker Meet Mr Cobbler and his wife who are struggling to afford the leather for him to make any shoes to sell. But watching from on high is Fairy Insole who may just use her magic to help the Cobblers. Ages 2+.

Omnibus Theatre Clapham Box Office: 020 7498 4699 20 May

Perfect The touching story of a boy meeting his disabled sister for the first time, with stunning puppetry, original live music, animation and physical theatre from the award-winning Tessa Bide. Ages 5+.

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Penguinpig Sophie reads about a Penguinpig on the Internet. Filled with delight and intrigue she sets off alone on an adventure to find the adorable creature, leading her to the zoo. But what will she find inside? Ages 3-8.

Ovalhouse Theatre SE11 Box Office: 020 7582 7680 29 May – 2 Jun

Me and My Bee Multi award-winning theatre company, ThisEgg, invites you to save the world - one bee at a time. A new comedy for children and adults alike. Ages 5+.

Polka Theatre, Wimbledon Box Office: 020 8543 4888 18 – 20 May

Jack and the Beanstalk Café Watch and giggle as two fullgrown adults play with their food as they search for the recipe for the perfect story. Ages 3-6.

24 – 25 May

iPet Two magicians happily start their act, doing magic tricks by pulling bananas out of iPads. But the iPad reveals itself as a cheeky prankster. Eventually, no one knows who controls who anymore! Ages 2½+.

30 – 31 May

Random Selfies As part of a three-year exploration into the impact of child loneliness, Random Selfies will be performed on a digitally animated set, which will bring to life ten-year-old Loretta’s vivid imagination. Ages 7-12.

30 May – 1 Jun

Error 404 There’s a boy. Maybe he’s just like you – except that his best friend is a robot. Join him on a weird and wonderful interactive

adventure through the deepest questions about what it means to be human. Ages 8-11.

2 – 3 Jun

The First Girl in Space Close your eyes and think about the future. What do you see? What will the world look like? This play, written with and performed by young people in Merton, will answer some of these questions. Ages 5+.

8 Jun

Whatever the Weather Two whimsical characters learn to share the endlessly surprising world of an Alpine Weather House in this humorous and highly visual show for the very young. Ages 3-6.

13 – 24 Jun

This is My Bed An opera about bedtimes, bears and dreams. And a bed with a mind of its own. Suitable for young people with SEN and ASD. Ages 2-5.

15 Jun – 5 Aug

Double Act Meet Ruby and Garnet. They’re twins, identical and inseparable – and do absolutely everything together. But very soon their lives are about to change. Based on Jacqueline Wilson’s book. Ages 7+.

6 Jul – 26 Aug

The Everywhere Bear The Everywhere Bear has a wonderful time with the children in Class One, but one day he falls out of a backpack, unnoticed and embarks on his own big adventure. Ages 3-6.

Southbank Centre SE1 Box Office: 020 3879 9555 28 May

A Little Princess For one night only, see the UK premiere of this enchanting musical based on Frances Hodgson Burnett’s classic childhood novel. Ages 5+.

Theatre Peckham SE5 Box Office: 020 7708 5401 10 – 21 Jul

The House Fairy A much-loved tale of mischievous fairies who leave the bottom of the garden to take up residence in the nooks and crannies of a family home. Ages 3-9.

Not Now, Bernard

The Unicorn Theatre are bringing iconic picture book ‘Not Now, Bernard’ to life in a new production for their Weston stage this summer. Loved by children and adults for over thirty years, this new show will be vividly brought to life for the stage in a brand new version for ages 3–6. Why not make a day of it by joining one of the Unicorn’s acclaimed post-show workshops on 10, 17 and 23 June? Participants will be able to get their hands dirty to create monster family portraits and there will be a colourful canvas memento to take home with them. All children must be accompanied by an adult and all adults must be accompanied by a child. Tickets for the workshop are £10 for one child and one adult. This also includes two soft drinks and a show poster. Running from 27 May – 1 July, ‘Not Now, Bernard’ will be an astonishingly clever, sometimes melancholic and outrageously funny play for children and a must see for adults. Tickets are £6 - £20, and you can save 15% when booking four tickets with the Unicorn’s Friends and Family offer (must include one adult and one child). For more information, please visit www. unicorntheatre.com.

Unicorn SE1 Box Office: 020 7645 0560 27 May – 1 Jul

19 May – 1 Jun

David McKee’s iconic picture book, loved by children and adults for over thirty years, will be vividly brought to life in a brand new version directed by Sarah Argent (Baby Show, Seesaw). Ages 3-6.

The Very Circusy Caterpillar

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This Half Term Greenwich Theatre is set to welcome, on Friday 1 June at 2pm and 6pm, a very unusual rabbit in a brand new show. Rufus Longbottom and the Space Rabbit is the latest family musical from the acclaimed Filament Theatre. It has been created from stories submitted by over 600 primary school children from around the country. “Children have huge imaginations and sometimes they take you by complete surprise”, said the show’s director, Sabina Netherclift. “Children don’t look at age in the same way as we do, so even old people who might not be able to get up out of a chair still want to make journeys and do things. The very first story of Rufus Longbottom had him travelling to Canada in his chair because he wanted to find some maple ice cream! Every character has been dreamed up by the children. Rufus Longbottom was invented by a child in Derbyshire, Space Rabbit from Oxfordshire and Picklepine, a pirate who is one of Space Rabbit’s enemies, is from East London. We have stitched other storylines together and worked with the children to make an adventure that has enough danger – there wasn’t enough earlier on!” Filament will be pioneering the use of loop station gloves during the show, with the performer playing the Space Rabbit manipulating the words, the songs and the sounds the audience hears. For more information visit www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk or call the box office on 020 8858 7755.

a super-fun session of dancing and play with your small person. Ages 0-5.

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Inspired by The Very Hungry Caterpillar story, this fun and interactive show sees our ravenous friend take to the stage to juggle plums, hula-hoop fruit and tell a few silly stories.

29 May – 17 Jun

Children are Stinky A fantastic show to be seen. Set in the 90s (with all your favourite tracks) this extremely talented duo will astound with their incredible circus skills and keep you laughing till your sides hurt. Ages 3-12.

With stunning effects, madcap action, original music (and lots of aliens of course!) this fantastically fresh and funny production will delight the whole 10 Jun – 1 Jul family. Ages 3+.

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Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall London-based Australian DJ, Producer and Mum of two, Monski Mouse, has designed the Baby Disco Dance Hall as

A riproaring and swashbuckling adventure in which three sailors hit the high seas in search of treasure! Ages 3+.

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May Low Tide Walk, Creekside Discovery Centre, Deptford, SE8 4SA

11am-1pm. Wade in a wild river and experience a different perspective of London history and urban wildlife. Ages 9+. For more information and to book visit www.creeksidecentre. org.uk

Dulwich Park Fair, SE21 7BQ

12noon-5pm. Now in its 10th year, the fair gets bigger and better each year! It is a traditional country style fair and will have all the popular attractions such as the Steam Fair rides,Vauxhall City Farm, Punch and Judy, the Magician and Maypole dancing. Free. For more information visit www.dulwichfestival.co.uk

technological innovation shapes all our lives. For more information, to view the full programme of events and to book visit www.polkatheatre. com

Fri 25 May

A Hive of Activity at Buzzing Borough Market, Southwark, SE1 1TL

10am-4pm. Join Borough Market for a day of un-bee-lievable inspiration on how to support urban bees. Free event part of the Chelsea Fringe. For more information visit www. chelseafringe.com

Thurs 24 May–Sun 3 Jun Techtopia Festival, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB

Join in a festival of theatre, workshops and debates for children and adults, which will celebrate, explore and question how

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Suffragette – The Battle for Equality To celebrate 100 years since the first women were able to vote in the UK, David Roberts has released this comprehensive illustrated history of the suffragette. From Suffrajitsu to ‘The Trojan Horse Raid’, Suffragette is a creative way to educate the newest generation in the work of some of history’s most influential figures. The book focuses in on some of the most prominent role models of the era, from the militant activist and wheelchair user Rosa May Billinghurst to the world-famous Emmeline Pankhurst, Millicent Fawcett and Emily Wilding Davison. Each page is packed with detailed, accessible information and the book’s artwork is full of rich detail, bringing to life the many vivid characters of the movement. The book covers the whole range of female and male suffragist experiences, from aristocrats to the middle and working class as well as a look at the global struggle for universal suffrage. Suffragette: The Battle for Equality makes a fantastic introduction to a fascinating topic. The 128 page book is fully colour illustrated on every page and comes complete with advice from June Purvis. Suffragette: The Battle for Equality, suitable for KS2 and above, will be available for £18.99 from 31 May online and from all good high street retailers. 12

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Fri 25 – Sun 27 May Feria De Londres, Southbank, SE1

Feria de Londres will recreate the scenes seen at many of Spain’s local Ferias and there will be the chance for everyone to get involved in the celebrations. For families there will be activities in the form of face painting, hair styling, arts and crafts. For more information visit www. feriadelondres.com

Fri 25 May – Sun 3 Jun Greenwich Family Arts Festival, Various Locations

Greenwich Theatre and Greenwich & Lewisham Young People’s Theatre are delighted to bring you a fun-packed programme of theatre shows, community events, workshops and outdoor theatre. For more information, to view the full programme of events and to buy tickets visit www.glypt.co.uk

Sat 26 May

Meet Miss Nightingale, Florence Nightingale Museum, SE1 7EW

Go along and meet Miss Nightingale and discover her story and how she became known as the ‘Lady with the Lamp’. Free with admission. For more information visit www.florence-nightingale.co.uk

Flowerful Elephant, Elephant Park, Southwark, SE17 1LB

12noon-5pm. This fun-filled family day will celebrate all things growing, health and wellbeing and flowerful in this special pocket of London. Don’t miss performances, stalls, games workshops and classes led by a number local organisations. Free. For more information visit www.chelseafringe.com

Sat 26 May – Sun 3 Jun Mythical Beasts, The Historic Dockyard, Chatham, ME4 4TE

Search for mythical beasts at The Historic Dockyard Chatham this Half Term. Can you track the unicorns and mermaids at the Dockyard? Delve into the world of myths that lent themselves to ships made at Chatham, but can you find where they are today? For more information visit www.thedockyard. co.uk

Edwardian Life, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG

Enjoy a Punch and Judy show with a Tudor twist and try out games from the period including coconut shy, tin can alley and bean bag race. Follow an Edwardian quiz through

the rooms of the castle and much more. For more information and to book visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Sun 27 May

The World of Supersaurs, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB

11.05am and 3.05pm. In this interactive workshop Jay Jay Burridge, the creator of Supersaurs will show how his first two books Raptors of Paradise and The Stegosorcerer come to life through technology and art. Can you make your own Supersaur? Ages 8-12. To book visit www.polkatheatre.com

The 4th Great Quaggy Duck Race, Manor Park, Lewisham, SE13 5QZ Collect/register your ducks from 1pm at the Arts Cafe, race starts 2.15pm. The race is in the River Quaggy through Manor Park from the Longhurst Road Bridge to the Dermody Road Bridge. Ducks supplied or take along your own. Prizes to be won. For more information and to register visit www.ourhithergreen.com

Botanical Badges, Nine Elms Pavilion, SW11

12noon-4pm. Join in this fun-filled and creative afternoon printing textile badges based on local plant life. Suitable for the whole family get the opportunity to design and print using a specialist dye process to create a uniquely patterned souvenir. Free. For more information visit www.chelseafringe.com

Fantastic Beasts, Dulwich Picture Gallery, SE21 7AD

2-4pm. Get your first taste of the gallery’s new Edward Bawden exhibition with a workshop about his animal linocuts of creatures great and small, and make a print of your favourite animal. Ages 4-12. For more information visit www. dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk

Mon 28 May

Love Your Zoo Week, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ Help the keepers make enrichment for meerkats at 11.15am and 2.15pm. In the morning you will get the chance to make an animal badge between 11am-12.30pm and listen to an animal story at 11.45am. For more information visit www. batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Mon 28 – Tues 29 May

Bee Headdresses, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ 11am-2.45pm. Make a colourful headdress complete with bees that fly around your head. Free, banded entry every 45 minutes. Ages 3+. For more information visit www. horniman.ac.uk

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City Cruises

City Cruises, London’s number one sightseeing tour on the Thames, allows you to see London as you’ve never seen it before. All the family will enjoy a wonderful day out. The cruises are comfortable and convenient, as well as providing you with great views. On large, open upper decks with seats there are great opportunities to take photos, whether they’re for Granny’s album or granddaughter’s social media. Café-bars and toilets are available in the downstairs heated saloon with its large panoramic windows. There is also entertaining and informative commentary as part of the trip, either given

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live by a member of the boat’s crew or on recorded commentary. River cruises depart all year round from Westminster, London Eye, Tower and Greenwich Piers starting in the morning and continuing till late afternoon. The river has many fine sights such as iconic landmarks like Big Ben, The London Eye and Tower Bridge, as well as lesserknown spots like the Royal Naval College at Greenwich, what some call the Mayor’s Egg (opposite the Tower of London) or the oldest monument in the city – Cleopatra’s Needle. Online prices for hop-on hop-off passes start from £12 for an adult and £6 for a child (mid-week). If you plan a big day out with the family in London you can buy a family hop-on hop-off pass from £37.50 and up to three children travel free. For more information and timetables, please visit www.citycruises.com.

Littlehampton, Fun for All the Family Whether you are looking to enjoy a day building sandcastles on the award-winning beach, relax by a lake in one of the beautiful parks or burn some energy at the fun-filled Harbour Park, this fantastic seaside Town on the West Sussex coast promises to give you many great

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family memories. During the holidays the lively East Beach is patrolled by RNLI lifeguards and operates a kid care wrist band scheme for a worry-free visit. Littlehampton is not only known for its two beaches, river and expansive seafront greens but also for having one of the most impressive calendars of family events on the South Coast.Visit Littlehampton on Saturday 30 June on the seafront greens for one of the biggest Armed Forces Day celebrations in Sussex. Spectators will be impressed with the jaw-dropping aerobatic display over the sea, bands and static vintage military vehicles. Start planning your visit now at www.visitlittlehampton.co.uk

Open House Families

Open House Families is London’s brand new festival of architecture, design and engineering taking place this summer on the 9 and 10 June. Kids are invited to create, make and build with their families by taking part in a wide range of hands-on activities in and around London’s incredible architecture such as the Gherkin, Gasholder Park, St Paul’s Cathedral and the National Gallery. There will be over 45 hands-on craft activities, engineering experiments, tours and storytelling sessions to inspire kids about their city and how they can make a difference to it. Highlights will include kite making at Westferry Circus, Canary Wharf, the Architecture Carnival at Gasholder Park and Straw, Sticks or Bricks for early years at Here East where little ones can explore the story of the three little pigs by building their own houses to see if they can huff and puff and blow them down. Open House Families free festival will be taking place on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 June from 10am – 5pm. Activities will take place across various locations with festival hubs at 30 St Mary Axe (the Gherkin), Gasholder Park, Here East and locations across Canary Wharf. For more information and the full programme visit www.open-city.org.uk. Photo credit: Luke O’Donovan

are clean at the ‘clean hands’ station and join museum staff in an object handling session. Pick up a free family trail when you arrive. All activities are included in the admission price. Mention ‘Primary’ when you’re buying your ticket and you will get £1 off. Visit the website for more information www.florence-nightingale.co.uk

Wild Child Festival

Wild Child is an enchanting new family festival set in the leafy green area of Dulwich, South London, which celebrates the very best in child-focused workshops and entertainment. With an emphasis on the arts, creative play and wellbeing for 0-11 year olds and their grownups, Wild Child provides a fun-filled day out to entertain the whole tribe. Families can dance the day away in the Bop Along Ballroom with line-dancing, Bollywood and afternoon discos. Get tech-savvy in the Imagination Lab trying coding and exploring science or even roll up to the Little Top to learn tightrope walking or trapeze. Mini-entertainers can learn magic tricks in the Magic Hollow, have fun with interactive storytelling in the Wordy Wood or enjoy an array of live music from Classical and Jazz to Broadway and Beatboxing in the Harmony Hideaway.Visit the Playhouse for theatre and puppet shows or sit back and relax in the Wellness Warren for a spot of Yoga. Not forgetting the tiniest of festival-goers, Wild Child have designed an intimate Babes in the Burrow area especially for 0-3 year olds featuring a magical sensory play space, a creative messy play area, interactive performances and even circus workshops. The Wild Child Festival will take place 17-19 August. For more information visit www.wildchildfestivals.co.uk

The Florence Nightingale Museum

The Florence Nightingale Museum celebrates the life and work of the world’s most famous nurse.You’ll find the museum located on the banks of the River Thames, a short walk from the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and attractions along the South Bank, close to Westminster and Waterloo stations. The museum offer formal and informal learning opportunities to discover the story of Florence Nightingale, “the lady with the lamp”, including KS1 workshops, family activities and trails. For KS1 the museum runs ‘A Visit with Miss Nightingale’. Schools have the opportunity to meet Miss Nightingale, discover why she went to the Crimea, how she improved conditions for the soldiers and nurses and what happened as a result of her work. Dates are available for this Summer Term. The museum also offers outreach visits, ‘Flo on the Road’. This May Half Term, Tuesday 29 May to Friday 1 June, there are a variety of activities taking place. See Florence Nightingale at the Meet Miss Nightingale performance. Meet a Crimean Officer who knew Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole. Find out what they did for the soldiers during the Crimean War. There will be an arts and craft dropin workshop decorating nurses’ caps. Discover whether your hands 14

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Looking for a great day out in the holidays? Why not visit Pottery on the Parade in Eltham. It’s a 5 minute walk from the gorgeous Eltham Park and is the place to go for ceramic painting.You can paint pottery then visit the park and either eat from the tasty selection of sandwiches and snacks on offer in the café or take a picnic and lunch al fresco in the park. The shop’s clean white interior contains a wide variety of pottery items, all waiting for you to put your unique stamp on with the vibrant paint colours available. Stock changes regularly although old favourites such as unicorns, princesses and animals are always available. Prices start at £7.50 and include the paint, glazing and firing. Mugs, cereal bowls and side plates cost £14 each. There are plenty of painted examples around the shop so if you’re stuck for ideas there are lots of ideas to copy. With so much on offer you’re bound to find something you love and once painted will cherish forever. Hand painted pottery makes a fantastic present, whatever the occasion. Along with the painting, there’s great freshly-roasted coffee, loose-leaf tea, made-to-order sandwiches and homemade cakes, all created with the highest quality and ethically sourced ingredients. If you’re not in an artistic frame of mind, you can drop in for a coffee and read the newspapers provided or use the free Wi-Fi. Take their advert on this page with you to enjoy 10% off your painting. Visit the website www.potteryontheparade.co.uk for more information.

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There will be lots of animal-themed fun and visitor participation, with animal badge making and animal story time. Each week day a different animal from the collection will step into the spotlight. On Monday the ever-popular meerkats get to have extra fun. Tuesday sees the coati explore something new. Wednesday the otters have their turn and as it’s World Otter Day there will be extra talks on these charismatic creatures telling of their skills, habits and status in the wild and how we can help them. Thursday sees the farm animals get extra attention and finally on Friday the cheeky monkeys will get to have their fun. The zoo has a large play area including a big sandpit with water features, climbing frames and a life size tractor and fire engine. For further details visit www. batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

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May Mon 28 May – Fri 1 Jun

Love your Zoo Week, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ This May Half Term the zoo is taking part in the BIAZA Love Your Zoo week celebrations. There will be lots of animal-themed fun and visitor participation. For more information visit www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Woolwich Tales, What’s your Story, Various Locations

Writer Louise Page, Invites you to go along and join her, to tell her your special stories of life in Woolwich. She will be in Woolwich Library from 10am-1pm and in General Gordon Square from 2-5pm each day, waiting to hear your stories. For more information visit www.glypt.co.uk

Family Art Fun, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

(Excl Wed) 11am-2.45pm. Join in this Half Term to take part in free Horniman craft activities. No advance booking, just turn up on the day. Free, banded entry every 45 minutes. Ages 3+. For more information visit www. horniman.ac.uk

Tues 29 May

Pond Dipping, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

11am, 12noon, 2pm and 3pm. Discover the variety of wildlife living in our Nature Trail Pond. All equipment is provided and a tutor will guide you through the process and help you identify your finds. Ages 5+. Buy tickets on the day. For more information visit www.horniman. ac.uk

Plant Lore Walk in Peabody Woods, South London Botanical Institute, SE24 9AQ 2-4pm. Introducing children to the delightful stories about common plants from a plant folklore expert, and learn about your local woods. Meeting place given on booking. For more information and to book visit www.slbi.org.uk

The Weird and Wonderful World of Animating Green Screen, BFI Southbank, SE1 8XT

the importance of hand washing, and see how clean your hands are. Free with admission. For more information visit www.florence-nightingale.co.uk

Love Your Zoo Week, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ Help the keepers to make enrichment for the Coati at their 12.15pm and 2pm feed. In the morning you will get the chance to make an animal badge between 11am-12.30pm and listen to an animal story at 11.45am. For more information visit www. batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Tues 29 – Wed 30 May

Picture Puzzle, Dulwich Picture Gallery, SE21 7AD 10am-12.30pm. Over two days, make your own puzzle in the style of Edward Bawden. Create your own kooky characters, and craft an elaborate scene. Ages 6-9. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk

Family Clown Class with Spymonkey, National Theatre, SE1 9PX

11am-1pm and 2-4pm. Sign up for the Spymonkey Clown Class and discover what makes you and your family funny. Develop your comedy skills through improvisation, games and clowning – and be ready to laugh until you cry. Ages 6-12. For more information and to book visit www. nationaltheatre.org.uk

Tues 29 May – Fri 1 Jun Holiday Workshop, J’amies Gymnastics Academy, Shirley Academy, Croydon, CR0 7NJ

10am-3pm. Children aged 3-12 can take part in this gymnastics workshop involving team building exercises, practicing and learning new moves and finishes with an end of day display at 2.45pm for parents to watch. Also taking place at the Chislehurst Academy. To book visit www.jamiesgymnasticsacademy.co.uk

May Half Term, Florence Nightingale Museum, SE1 7EW

There are a variety of activities taking place over the Half Term including arts and craft drop-in workshop decorating nurses’ caps, a Meet Miss

10.30am-4.30pm. A day that is creative and crafty but also techy and offers something for children who like making things, but also those who like to know ‘how things work’. Ages 8-12. For more information and to book visit www.bfi.org.uk/ whats-on

Clean Hands, Florence Nightingale Museum, SE1 7EW Florence Nightingale worked hard to improve standards in hospitals, including cleanliness. Find out about

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May Half Term Drop-Ins, Dulwich Picture Gallery, SE21 7AD 2-4pm. Join in for a week of total fantasy. Every afternoon there will be drop-in workshops making everything from storybook illustrations and scenic models to crazy creatures. Ages 4-12. For more information visit www. dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk

Wed 30 May

The Great British Bee Count, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

10.30am-3.30pm. Take part in the annual Great British Bee Count initiative organised by Friends of the Earth, and take part in some family-friendly bee activities. Free, drop-in. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

A Musical Animation Extravaganza, BFI Southbank, SE1 8XT

10.30am-4.30pm. Make an animation and create your own soundtrack in this holiday workshop. Ages 8-12. For more information and to book visit www. bfi.org.uk/whats-on S

A Digital Artist, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB

7pm. Author, artist and former BBC children’s TV presenter Jay Jay Burridge is keen to dispel the myths that technology and art should be divided. He believes they can and should work side by side and explains how through his new series Supersaurs. Ages 10+. To book visit www.polkatheatre.com

Love Your Zoo Week, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ

Today, the otters will get their turn to be the centre of attention as it is ‘World Otter Day’. At 11am and 2.30pm feeding time there will be a talk on their status in the wild and the chance to help the keepers to make enrichment for them.You can also take part in animal badge making between 11am-12.30pm and listen to an animal story at 11.45am. For more information visit www. batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Happy Herbs, Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses, Herne Hill, SE24 0PA

10.30am-12.30pm. Join in this Half Term for herby fun and a sensory exploration of the garden. Family workshop for children of all ages. For more information and to book visit www.brockwellgreenhouses.org.uk

Digiplay, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB

10.30am. Work with a director to create your own series of plays that look at different scenarios in the digital world. Ages 8-14. For more information and to book visit www. polkatheatre.com

Wed 30 – Thurs 31 May

Crimean Solider, Florence Nightingale Museum, SE1 7EW

Meet a Crimean soldier who met Florence Nightingale and Mary Seacole and find out what it was like to be a soldier during the Crimean War. Explore the new object handling trolley launching this Half Term. Free with admission. For more information visit www.florence-nightingale.co.uk

Thurs 31 May

London History Day, Various Locations

More than 70 of London’s museums, galleries and cultural spaces will open their doors to reveal special behind the scenes tours, rarely seen exhibits and one off events, celebrating the capital’s unique identity. To find a venue near you visit www. historicengland.org.uk

Jumping Buses, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP

10am-4pm. Discover the story of Albert Gunter, the courageous bus driver, who jumped Tower Bridge. Ages 6-10. Free with admission. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.historicengland.org.uk

Justice Par-Tea, LSE Library Gallery, WC2A

11am-2pm. Explore the exhibition At Last! covering the campaign for women’s suffrage and take part in a hands’ on activity. Between 11am and 4pm, draw and make your own protest or justice tea cups and plates. Event part of London History Day. Free. For more information www. historicengland.org.uk

Minibeast Safari, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

11am, 12noon, 2pm and 3pm. Try your hand at hunting for minibeasts along the Nature Trail and discover the variety of insect life living there. Ages 3+. Buy tickets on the day. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

Guided Tour, RAF Kenley tribute, Kenley Airfield, CR3 5LZ 1-3pm. Take a two-mile guided tour with the Kenley Revival Project Manager to learn about RAF Kenley’s significant Battle of Britain history as part of London History Day. Free. For more information and to book visit www.kenleyrevival.org

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Kingsdale Foundation School

Kingsdale is an outstanding school in every area (Ofsted 2017) that provides exceptionally rich opportunities to challenge students of all abilities including providing options in Year 9 to study Triple Science, Latin, Economics and Psychology and the opportunity to study two languages from Year 7. Kingsdale attracts many able students and operates a condensed or accelerated Key Stage 3 programme of study to meet the particular needs and aspirations of all of the students and their families. The school offers a wide variety of academic subjects including four or five optional courses selected by each child in addition to enrichment activities every day. Last year Kingsdale ranked as a top non-selective school for attainment at Key Stage 4 and for the second successive year was ranked in the top 4% for progress at Key Stage 5. Remarkably, Kingsdale has produced the top student in the country at GCSE for three years out of the last four. They hold the national record with their top student achieving an amazing 18A*s or better in her GCSE examinations in 2017. The school has one of the best pupil to teacher ratios of any secondary school in London with average

class sizes of approximately 20 across all subjects. Kingsdale is a dynamic, exceptionally popular and progressive school that has invested £30m to develop an award-winning educational learning environment. They also pride themselves on excellent links to the best Higher Education institutions in the world - a residential trip to Harvard and Yale in the USA is organised annually. Students have access to iPads, PCs, Apple Macs, laptops, wireless technology and a Virtual Learning Environment. Kingsdale has also introduced one to one mobile technology so that students benefit from having the opportunity to use an iPad safely for educational purposes, as appropriate, in school and at home. Subsidised excursions are organised every year to amazing destinations such as Malaysia, Namibia, Brazil, the USA and the French Alps. In their 2017 report, Ofsted said, “This popular school is a harmonious environment where pupils learn how to be successful in modern Britain. The curriculum is broad and balanced, supporting pupils’ outstanding outcomes because of the chance pupils have to be successful in a range of subjects. Pupils’ personal development and welfare is outstanding because of the care and attention that staff pay to making pupils’ time in school productive and safe. Pupils’ time in school is enriched by the wide variety of opportunities they are offered in which they can develop and explore skills that match their aspirations.” For more information about Kingsdale, visit www. kingsdalefoundationschool.org.uk.

Alleyn Park, Dulwich, SE21 8SQ Top of the Class! Take advantage of the chance to visit this ﬁrst-rate School We invite you to come to West Dulwich to discover just how we get the best out of our students and harness top talent. The exceptional popularity of the school is based on more than our renowned academic achievements and the unique opportunities we provide. We offer scholarships for new entrants to the school who show musical, mathematical, artistic or sporting talent. Scholars receive free individual or small group tuition provided by expert professionals, to the value of £1,000 per annum. There is equality of access for admission places irrespective of distance from the school or home locality. Please be advised that Kingsdale Foundation School offers private tours of the school during normal working hours throughout the academic year, to enable prospective parents and students to see the school in action. Tours are arranged at a time that suits you.

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St Thomas the Apostle School

St Thomas the Apostle School and Sixth Form is an outstanding, all boys’ Catholic school with a mixed 6th Form. Our intake reflects the multi-faith community in which we live and we are a popular choice in our local area, with families recognising the outstanding all-round education we are able to provide. We continue to be one of the highest achieving schools nationally – both at GCSE and A Level. Our Progress 8 score of 0.91 in 2017 means that we are the highest performing non-selective boys’ school in the entire country. Our success is borne out of academic rigour within a supportive, caring environment. Most of our boys continue their education within our 6th form. Our highly regarded Oxbridge pathway has enabled our year 13’s to secure places at some of the best universities in the UK and beyond. Our achievements have been recognised on a national level, including being awarded the TES UK Secondary School of the Year 2017. The judges observed that, “this outstanding school manages to nurture the unique talents of its students alongside rigorous teaching and high expectations”. We know how challenging it can be trying to choose the right school for your son. As one boy remarked to an OFSTED inspector, “I entered as a boy and I leave a young man”. So by securing a place at our school it will be the start of a long and happy association between your family and our community. E Connolly, Headteacher

Ark Globe Academy

Ark Globe Academy is an academy for 3 to 18 year olds in Elephant and Castle, Southwark. The academy has set its mission to prepare its students for university and to be leaders in their community, and has the highest aspirations for every child at the academy from Nursery until the end of Sixth Form. The Principal, Matt Jones, has been in post at Ark Globe Academy for 6 years. The results at all key stages are above national averages and continue to improve. The Sixth Form is in the top 10% nationally. In 2017 60% of students received an offer from a Russell Group University. The academy recently celebrated its second student to receive an Oxbridge offer, after sending one of its students to the University of Cambridge last year. The Academy prides itself on the relationships its staff have with students, caring for them throughout their education. Eduardo, who received an offer to study Biological Sciences at the University of Oxford, came to the UK from Spain only 5 years ago and joined Ark Globe at Year 7. He said, “I never imagined even to get an offer from Oxford, but I had the wish. My teachers and peers at Ark Globe Academy taught me what I was worth and they are now helping me to fight for what I deserve.” Ark Globe has set its purpose to promote social justice in a fairer society where everyone will have equal opportunities to determine their own future, and puts this aim at the centre of its work every day. For more information, visit www.arkglobeacademy.org or attend an open day in October.

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The Horniman Museum and Gardens is launching a new handson learning and discovery programme linked to the forthcoming World Gallery, opening on 29 June. Several new sessions will be introduced to help different age groups access and engage with the new gallery such as ‘Around the World with Winny the Walrus’ for Early Years and ‘Extreme Environments’ for secondary schools. The Horniman’s interactive, curriculum-linked learning sessions will allow pupils to touch, hold and study real museum objects from cultures displayed in the World Gallery – from an Ancient Egyptian sarcophagus to a Nigerian drum – and bring their topic to life. The Horniman will also offer 12 new topic-based schools’ learning resources to support the new World Gallery, introducing some of the fascinating anthropological objects on show with downloadable high-res images and information for teachers and students. School groups visiting the Horniman will receive topic-themed trails to help them discover some of the objects on display in the World Gallery. The World Gallery was developed in close collaboration with a Teacher Panel to ensure that it meets schools’ needs. Within the gallery, children will be able to interact with some of the exhibits for a multisensory learning experience. They can touch intricately tooled Tuareg metalwork, arctic seal and reindeer skin and a digital coral reef. They can smell aromatic herbs used by Bhutanese ritual healers in the Himalayas, listen to epic First Nations’ stories from the Pacific Northwest Coast, and even play in a Lagos market stall. Visit the website for more information about the Horniman Museum & Gardens’ Learning Sessions at www.horniman.ac.uk/learn/ learning-sessions.

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Horniman Museum Schools Learning Programmes

Ark Walworth Academy is a local school for 11-18 year olds. The school has an unshakable belief in the immense potential of all pupils and focuses relentlessly on high aspirations and high achievement. Every student has the opportunity to succeed. The Walworth ethos includes a belief in the power of praise and they have high expectations of everyone in the academy. Staff are determined that every child should have the skills and qualifications to go to university or to follow a career of their choice. Ofsted says “leadership team put the wellbeing, learning and progress of pupils at the heart of everything. The pupils thrive in this aspirational, challenging and caring ethos… This, together with strong teaching, is having a positive impact on pupils’ learning and progress across the school.” With a fast improving sixth-form, Ark Walworth Academy provides an excellent all through 11-18 education. Last year the sixth form continued to rank in the top 25% nationally for A-level and BTEC performance. Open days are available for parents and students. Come and see the exciting learning experiences that Ark Walworth Academy provides.

BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE

A seven year curriculum for girls and boys from Year 7 to Year 13 CARES C A R E S

Commitment Aspiration Resilience Excellence Self-Management

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EVENING Tues 26th June 5.00–7.00pm

The Principal’s Message Building on our positive Ofsted inspection we are continuously renewing our drive for high attainment, to ensure every student reaches their potential, from Year 7 to Year 13. Our Students deserve the best – excellent teaching facilities, committed staff – and that is what we provide at Ark Walworth Academy. We ensure all students have the skills and qualification to go to university or to follow a career of their choice.” YVONNE POWELL OBE

Ofsted quote “Leaders at all levels

work effectively… This, together with strong teaching, is having a positive impact on pupils’ learning and progress.”

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Young Feminists Host Bankside Supper Club

Women chefs, restaurateurs and food writers gathered at Tonkotsu restaurant on London’s Bankside recently for the inaugural meeting of the Harris Academy Bermondsey (HAB) Feminist Society Supper Club. HABFemSoc is a platform for the girls to explore feminism and what it means for them, and also gives them a chance to meet women from different professions. Botaina, one of the sixth form organisers, told Primary Times, “We want to let people know what feminism is and what we stand for. Many people don’t know the meaning of feminism, they think it’s just for women, but it’s for men too.” Organised by HAB girls working with Head of Sixth Form, Lyndsay Harris, and photographer, Leonora Saunders, the supper club gave students the chance to network with influential women who have developed successful careers in the food industry. Guests included Romy Gill MBE, British Indian chef and cookery teacher who runs her own restaurant, Lisa Markwell, Food Editor of the Sunday Times, and Emma Reynolds, owner of the Tonkotsu chain of restaurants. The event also raised over £600 for the charity SafeLives, which is dedicated to ending domestic violence. Overall the evening was a big success. Many of the girls spoke of the importance of strong female role models and the Feminist Society Supper Club certainly provided those. For more information about Harris Academy Bermondsey, please visit www.harrisbermondsey.org.uk.

St Matthew ‘Debate Mate’

On Thursday 19 April, St Matthew Academy secondary ‘Debate Mate’ students took part in the grand final of the ‘Debate Mate Cup’. ‘Debate Mate’ is a unique, international educational charity dedicated to improving students’ confidence, collaboration and speaking and listening skills through peer-to-peer debate mentoring. The students involved in the final had already been through a series of rigorous stages of the competition. They also take part in the after school debating club, which is facilitated by the English Department and students from the best universities across the UK. The aim of the scheme is to give young people the skills they need to become exceptional young leaders, both in school and in their future lives. On the night of the event, the Team A debaters got down to the very last round, the Grand Final! Their place in the competition had been fought out in previous rounds and unfortunately they lost out on the overall cup by just 6 points. St Matthew Academy therefore came second out of 19 schools from across the country. The B Team followed them closely by coming in third place. What an incredible achievement from both teams and a testament to the hard work and preparation put in, in the lead up to the event. The students were rewarded with certificates and medals and a pizza lunch with the Headteacher. Well done SMA debaters!

The girls and staff at HAB welcome you to join us for one of our Year 5 open mornings this summer, to find out about how we can help your daughter: - Make a smooth transiion from primary to secondary school. - Achieve her full potennal and the greatest levels of academic success. - Set high expectaaons for herself as she develops into a confident young woman.

At HAB we have an uncompromising and caring approach Our permanent specialist teachers challenge each girl to stretch herself, both in lessons and when planning for her future, so that she achieves her personal best. Our care, guidance and support for each girl ensures that she feels safe, makes friends and receives expert guidance throughout her me with us. Our girls thrive in an environment that celebrates ambiion and creaavity, with an unrivalled range of opportuniies beyond the classroom. Harris Academy Bermondsey 55 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3TZ www.harrisbermondsey.org.uk 20

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Spend me at HAB with your daughter IN EVERY CATEGORY on one of the open Ofsted, March 2015 mornings below to see for yourselves the diﬀerence that we could make to her future.

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10.00am arrival with the Principal’s presentaaon at 10.45am. Your visit will include a tour with HAB girls, a chance to experience our lessons and the opportunity to ask me, my staﬀ and our students anything you wish. There is no need to register, but please do contact me if you have any quessons. Rebecca Iles-Smith, Principal

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Disney’s hit West End musical Aladdin has launched a brand new video library to accompany its education programme. Nine short films have been made in consultation with teachers in order to help pupils prepare for their theatre experience as well as deepen their knowledge and understanding of the processes involved in theatre making. Aladdin’s curriculum-linked education resources are created for Key Stage 2 with workshops for pupils aged 7+ also available. Hosted by Angellica Bell, the videos feature exclusive new footage of rehearsals and interviews with both the show’s original creative team and the London cast and crew, which have been filmed in both London and New York. The video library will give teachers and students a new insight into Aladdin’s costumes, scenic design, music, characterisation, backstage crew, the ensemble, and more. To further enrich these resources all episodes feature end card questions to spark debate and encourage further learning. The video library and education resources are available free to schools on www.aladdineducation.co.uk/behind. Photo credit: Deen van Meer ©Disney

Free Workshops at The South London Gallery

Brazilian artist Luiz Zerbini is one of South America’s best known artists, recognised for his colourful figurative and abstract paintings. This exhibition at the South London Gallery is his first major UK solo show, displaying paintings, sculpture and film works. His

work explores contemporary culture, the natural environment and cityscapes, particularly Rio de Janeiro where he lives and works. The Gallery is offering free workshops to schools during the Summer Term suitable for primary and secondary age groups. Workshops take the exhibition as a starting point to explore themes such as natural and man-made forms, nature and architecture, the urban environment - its colours, textures, signs and movement, geometry and art, what is abstract and art and 2D and 3D work exploring paintings and sculptures. Workshops include developing critical analysis and ideas through group discussion, a practical element exploring the physical qualities and processes involved in the artwork and group-work. Workshops take place at the SLG in the galleries and art studio. The duration is 2-3 hours and timings can be flexible to fit into school timetables, eg 9.30am-12noon. Workshops are free of charge to school groups. The art studio/garden space can be used for lunches. The workshops respond to the exhibition programme so that the children can look at the artwork and take inspiration for their own work back in the studio. They work with an artist who leads on creative activities. Email the School & Community Projects Manager, Heather Kay for more information or to book a workshop - heather@ southlondongallery.org. Photo credit: Lily McGuire

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Burntwood School

Burntwood School is a highly successful, popular girl’s school with a mixed Sixth Form. The school was recently rebuilt and has won the prestigious Stirling Prize for Architecture. More importantly this means that students have access to state of the art specialist teaching facilities in the Sciences, Media, Art and Design, Performing Arts and Sport. The school strongly believes that all young people should have the opportunity to study and embrace a varied curriculum that will allow them to access academic, creative and practical subjects, thus enabling them to progress to a host of world class further education establishments. Burntwood are proud of the tradition of success that encourages their students to be independent, articulate young women who take power and control over their lives in an informed and intelligent way. The school Principal: Helen Shorrock is also identified as a Science Specialist School and has the coveted ‘Sportsmark’ and ‘Artsmark Gold’ awards. Examination results continue to be excellent at Key stage 4 and 5. Burntwood School is an inclusive community. This is recognised by the Rights Respecting UNICEF Gold Award. Opportunities are provided for all learners whether they have special educational needs or are part of the gifted and talented cohort. Students deserve the best and at Burntwood the importance of a collaborative approach between staff, students and parents, working together to support the students in reaching their full potential is understood. All of this is embodied in the school’s commitment to provide ‘The best education today for the women of tomorrow’.

Conisborough College

Primary Times spoke to Dr Mundy, Headteacher at Conisborough College. He told us, “At Conisborough College, we develop young people who are proud of themselves and want to make a positive contribution to their community. We are committed to providing an excellent standard of education with every possible opportunity for our young people to thrive. We are constantly looking for new ways to involve parents and carers in their children’s education. We work closely with our PTA to ensure the school is offering an educational experience that is both engaging and rewarding and we believe that achievement in all areas of school life should be rewarded and celebrated. Our wide range of enrichment activities ensures our students are fully engaged both inside and outside of the classroom. We have a fully established partnership with Colfe’s who work with us on a range of projects. In addition our highest achieving students can secure scholarships to the sixth form at Colfe’s. Our aims are to: • Aspire for the very best outcomes and to be an outstanding, inclusive school that serves our local community. • Believe that there is no limit to what we can achieve through working together in developing our learning community. • Succeed in all areas of school life, including extra-curricular.”

YEAR 7 OPEN DAYS Burntwood is an oversubscribed Academy for Girls which proudly holds a CPD Platinum Mark, the EQualities Award, the International School Award, and has UNICEF Rights Respecting School Gold status.

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St Joseph’s College is a Roman Catholic comprehensive boys’ academy with a Maths, Computing and Confucius Specialist status. Established in 1855 by the De La Salle Brothers, the college has had a history of educating young men and women for over 160 years. As a Catholic College, they also welcome applicants with children of other faiths. However they expect all applicants applying to respect the college’s ethos and its importance to the College community, especially by participating in activities central to this. St Joseph’s College student life has never been busier than this academic year as student leadership, house competitions, theatre and music activities and UK and international school trips continue to keep both students and teachers extremely busy. The school has 166 student leaders managing six houses and the Prefect system and student leaders span all seven year groups. This academic year is well underway for the house competition with swimming, STEM, drama, tug of war, dodgeball, arm wrestling and many other competitions completed. Music, the spelling bee, athletics, PS4 FIFA and 6-a-side football are all coming soon and the house system is hotly contested this year with only 275 points separating all six houses. Students have ventured around the world in the last eight months, visiting Austria, New York, Paris, Berlin, China and Shropshire learning about other cultures whilst having a wonderful time. The college’s seasonal concerts and school musical ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ were all well received and students performed professionally in front of large audiences. All visitors are welcome to view the school and St Joseph’s look forward to welcoming you in the near future. For more information, please visit www.stjosephscollege.org.uk.

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St. Joseph’s College Respects Fearless in Faith Respect for Self Respect for Others Respect for Learning Respect for College and Community

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Out of School Activities

Out of School Activities Forries Education Forest School

Since starting in 2014 with a few holiday sessions in Manor Park, Forest School now runs in Blackheath in Eliot Pits Wood and Vanbrugh Pits, Hilly Fields in the Shade Garden, Manor Park and Manor House Gardens. There is now a Forest School session on offer every day of the week. Forries run Forest Sprite sessions at Hilly Fields and Blackheath on Tuesday mornings and at Manor Park on Wednesdays and Fridays. Their after-school sessions are at Eliot Pits Wood on Mondays, Manor House Gardens on Tuesdays, Hilly Fields on Wednesdays and Manor Park on Fridays. You can book onto these sessions after Half Term, if there are spaces available, by visiting their website. There are always four hour sessions running every school holiday, usually for two or three days. This May Half Term, holiday sessions will be in Manor Park. This summer, in addition to the usual holiday sessions in London, Forries are also planning a three day camp (two nights away) in Bradfield in North Essex, where they will cook food on a fire and sleep in tents. They may even be able to visit to Wrabness where Grayson Perry has designed a very interesting cottage. Forries are always available for birthday parties, usually at Manor Park or in the Community Garden in Mountsfield Park if you want to have a fire. They can also run your parties in your garden. To find out more and to book sessions, please visit www.forrieseducation.co.uk.

For flexibility, you can book by the day or week and change dates for free up to 14 days in advance.You can also use childcare vouchers to pay. For peace of mind, Ultimate Activity Camps are Ofsted registered and all staff are DBS cleared and are qualified teachers or instructors. They run from Monday to Friday with drop off from 8am and collection until 6pm. Call 03301 117 077 to ask about booking or visit www. ultimateactivity.co.uk to see all the latest offers.

The BRIT School

Every Saturday the BRIT School opens its doors to the community, offering access to its specialist equipment and studios. BRIT Kids was set up to offer performing and creative arts classes to the local community on a Saturday. Sixteen years later, 600 children participate in BRIT Kids community classes in South London every week. This

All Stars Cricket

All Stars Cricket, the ECB’s programme to inspire the next generation of five to eight year-olds, is back with over 2,000 clubs across England and Wales taking part this summer. All Stars Cricket is all about ensuring that kids and their families have a great first experience of the game down at their local club. Parents can register their children now via www.allstarscricket.co.uk to ensure they have a summer full of great moments. Eoin Morgan, England’s one day cricket captain told Primary Times, “The first time you experience the game is a moment you will never forget. Tens of thousands of kids have that to look forward to and I can’t wait to see hundreds of them at England games over the summer.”

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Ultimate Fun in the School Holidays

Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding activity day camps for 4-14 year olds in the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and having fun are the primary concern. Every day children will enjoy a brilliant mix of sports, games and creative activities led by inspiring staff at amazing locations. 24

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LAMDA Training & Speech & Drama Classes Group or Private Sessions For further information please call or email:

07947 545 309 020 3620 2866 jenna@curtainupdrama.co.uk www.curtainupdrama.co.uk 54 Orchard Road, Sanderstead, South Croydon, CR2 9LU

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year, BRIT Kids is expanding its age range and have announced their classes now cater for 8 -18 year olds. BRIT Kids is different to other Saturday schools on many different levels as it caters for all the creative arts from theatre to Art Club and from street dance to film making. This unique mix of classes really does mean there is something for everyone. Alongside this, BRIT kids are proud to be part of The BRIT School, following its free ethos for creativity, the challenging of its students with bespoke plays, contemporary art classes and high teaching levels with specialist equipment. Budding directors and camera whizz kids will love the courses available. Places are limited so early application is advised. Find out more at www.brit.croydon.sch.uk/britkids

At BRIT Kids, what do we do? ...More than you can imagine!

Saturday Courses at The BRIT School

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Performing and Creative Arts classes for 8–18 year olds

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Fashion and Textiles

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Song Writing Street Dance

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Art Club Design, Print & Illustration Computer Club AEN

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May Jump into the Past and Spring into the Future, London Fire Brigade Pop-up Museum, SE1 7AG 10am-3pm.Visitors of all ages will be able to watch storytelling performances that will transport them back to 1666, take part in arts and crafts activities all about the Great Fire of London and dress up in historic and current LFB uniforms. For more information and to book visit www.historicengland.org.uk

Love Your Zoo Week, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ

Today, the farm animals at the zoo will get some special treatment with your help at 12.15pm and 3.30pm. You will also get the chance to make an animal badge between 11am12.30pm and listen to an animal story at 11.45am. For more information visit www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Making Monsters, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 10.30am. Enter the puppet laboratory and spend the day exploring the future! Play Frankenstein and create your own monster or friend, or friendly monster. Make, perform and take away your very own companion. Ages 6-7. For more information and to book visit www.polkatheatre.com

Thurs 31 May–Fri 1 Jun 11am-2.45pm. Can the bee? Have fun making a hiding bee toy. Free, banded entry every 45 minutes. Ages 3+. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

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a piece of costume before weaving it all together in a performance at the end of the day. Ages 6-12. To book visit www.nationaltheatre.org.uk

First Londoners, London Mithraeum Bloomberg SPACE, EC4N 8AA

1-5pm. Recent excavations by MOLA on the Bloomberg site uncovered a remarkable range of objects that tell the story of the first Londoners. Join in this special family event to learn about and handle some of the amazing finds before making your own to take home. To book visit www. historicengland.org.uk

Nurses Hat, Florence Nightingale Museum, SE1 7EW

Explore the exhibition on Nightingale Training School and complete the special family trail. Make your own Nightingale Training School Nurses’ Cap. Free with admission. For more information visit www.florencenightingale.co.uk

Love Your Zoo Week, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo, SW11 4NJ Help the keepers to make enrichment for the monkeys at their 11.30am and 3pm feed. In the morning you will get the chance to make an animal badge between 11am-12.30pm and listen to an animal story at 11.45am. For more information visit www. batterseaparkzoo.co.uk

Horniman Explorers, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

11am, 2pm. Discover the collections that make the Horniman special. Explore and touch things from African masks to sharks jaws in this Hands-on Base session. Free, drop-in. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

Join the Dots, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB

Dance, Circus and Movement Workshop, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ 9.30am. This will be a fun and challenging two day workshop that explores the world of dance, circus movement and performance. Ages 7-11. For more information and to book visit www.unicorntheatre.com

Nature Mash Up, Centre for Wildlife Gardening, SE15 4EE

11am-4pm. Fun learning for all the family with games, crafts and other activities in the lovely wildlife garden. Book on 020 3897 6151. For more information visit www. wildlondon.org.uk

11.15am. Working in tandem with Techtopia Festival, this music and movement workshop will take you on an exciting journey through the worlds of light, colour and imagination. Ages 3-5. For more information and to book visit www.polkatheatre.com

Bat Walk, Sydenham Wells Park, SE26

8.30-10pm. Join London Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for an annual bat walk at Sydenham Wells Park. For more information visit www. wildlondon.org.uk

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Play in a Day, National Theatre, SE1 9PX

10am-4pm. Become a playmaker for the day and treat your family to a unique theatre experience. Create characters, devise a script and make

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Big Lunch Picnic, Wild Cat Wilderness, Catford, SE6 4PL

Join in for a communal picnic – just take along a rug or chair plus a picnic dish or two to share (salad, sausage rolls, cake etc). There will be some Wild Cat Wilderness goodies for sale. For more information and to book visit www.wildcatwilderness.org

Family Activities, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

(Also 9, 16 and 23 Jun) 11am, 11.45am and 12.30pm. Discover the collections that make the Horniman special. Each week these fun family sessions will explore a different theme using objects from the Handling Collection, from flying animals to musical instruments. Ages 3+. Free. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

Family Ride, Glass Mill Leisure Centre, SE13 7RZ

10am. Different destination every month. Meet at the playground next to Glass Mill Leisure Centre at 10am, to enjoy a short 8 to 10 mile ride to a venue with a playground and tea/ coffee stop. Then back. For more information call 07826 559 603.

Art Makers, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ

(Also 9, 16 and 23 Jun) 1.30-2.15pm and 2.45-3.30pm. Have fun with different art techniques to create something fabulous to take home inspired by the Horniman’s collections or seasonal celebrations. Buy your tickets on the day. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

Take a Risk, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ

10.30am. Unicorn Theatre have teamed up with TOOT to bring you a mini-play-in-a-day to allow aspiring young theatre makers to devise, develop and stage a piece of work they have created together. Ages 8-12. For more information and to book visit www.unicorntheatre.com

Sat 2 – Sun 3 Jun

Animated Worlds with 1927, Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB

10.35am. Learn how to create stop frame characters for a woodland world: see how technology and projectors can be used with actors to create an awesome animated theatre world. Ages 8-14. For more information and to book visit www. polkatheatre.com

A World of Stories, Horniman Museum & Gardens, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ (Also 10, 17 and 24 Jun) 2-2.45pm and 3.15-4pm. Enjoy stories from some of the best storytellers in London. Their tales bring the Museum’s varied collections to life and will whisk you away to faraway places and different times. Ages 5+. Free. For more information visit www.horniman.ac.uk

Sat 9 Jun

Croydon Environmental Fair, Wandle Park, CR0 4XT

11am-6pm. Go along and support this community event. Meet the borough’s environmental groups and enjoy live music, food and a bar. For more information visit www.allaboutcroydon. co.uk

Trooping the Colour, Buckingham Palace, Westminster, SW1A 1AA

10am, with the fly-past at 1pm. The Sovereign’s birthday is officially celebrated by the ceremony of Trooping the Colour. The parade route extends from Buckingham Palace along The Mall to Horse Guards Parade, Whitehall and back again. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.householddivision.org.uk

Towering Achievement, The Brunel Museum, Rotherhithe, SE16 4LF

11am and 1pm. Discover how Isambard Kingdom Brunel shaped the world we live in today, and how you can shape the future, through taking part in engineering-themed talks and activities. Admission charges apply. Part of the Open House Families festival. For more information visit www.open-city.org.uk

Theatre Tour and Design Workshop, The Old Vic, Lambeth, SE1 8NB

10-11.30am. Take a tour of the auditorium and find out more about this 200-year-old building, then create your own theatre and set design. Booking essential. Ages 7-11. For more information and to book visit www. surveymonkey.co.uk/r/28BMNKQ

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Jun

New Addington Carnival, Milne Park, CR0 0DN Enjoy a fun and happy weekend of entertainment, allowing everyone from all walks of life to get together. For more information and to view the programme of events visit www. newaddingtoncarnival.co.uk

Open House Families, Various Locations

London’s brand new free family festival of architecture, design and engineering will be taking place across some of the city’s most iconic buildings with 45+ exciting and hands on craft activities, engineering experiments, tours and storytelling sessions to inspire kids about their city and how they can make a difference to it. For more information visit www.open-city.org.uk

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Wild Child Festival is a fantastic new outdoor family event launching in South London this summer. Set in the leafy green open spaces of Dulwich, South London, the Festival celebrates the very best in child-focused workshops and entertainment. With an emphasis on the arts, creative play and wellbeing for 0-11 year olds and their grownups, Wild Child Festival is the perfect fun-filled day out to entertain the whole tribe. Immerse yourselves in a world of theatre, circus, storytelling, dance, craft and music and let their creativity run wild. The Wild Child Festival takes place on 17, 18 and 19 August with activities running from 10am - 5pm. For more details, please visit www.wildchildfestivals.co.uk Primary Times has a family ticket for up to five family members worth £165 to give away to one lucky reader. For your chance to win, simply tell us which area of London the festival is taking place in. See the bottom of the page for details on how to enter.

There are times when keeping young children occupied and entertained can be a challenge, even for the most imaginative of parents. The Big Book of 100 Outdoor Activities provides parents with simple and quick activities and creative ideas to engage and entertain children as well as encourage them to be more curious about the world. Activities are grouped into 8 handy sections - Wildlife Spotting, In the Garden, Messy Makes, Arts and Craft, Games, Rainy Day Activities, Outdoor Cooking and Music and Dressing Up. Each one is packed with things to do. The Big Book of 100 Outdoor Activities is available online and from all good high street shops for £14.99. Primary Times have a copy of this book to give away to three lucky readers. For your chance to win, simply tell us how many handy sections the book is grouped into. See the bottom of the page for details on how to enter.

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June On Your Marks, Get Set, LEGO™, 30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin), EC3A 8EP

11am-1pm and 2-4pm. Join this quickpaced race to build the biggest and best LEGO structure. Drop-in event suitable for all ages. Part of the Open House Families festival. For more information visit www.open-city. org.uk

Open Garden Squares Weekend, Various Locations

Feed your curiosity with over 200 gardens to explore in this magical two-day event. Gardens range from the historic and traditional to the new and experimental and can be discovered across 27 London boroughs. Charges apply. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.opensquares.org

Pop-up Cityscape, 30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin), EC3A 8EP

11am-1pm and 2-4pm. Draw the Gherkin, and other amazing buildings in the City of London. Cut and paste, and create your very own pop-up cityscape. Add a brand-new building designed by…you! Drop-in event suitable for all ages. For more information visit www.open-city. org.uk

Open Garden Squares, Wild Cat Wilderness, Catford, SE6 4PL

11am-4pm Sat and 11am–3pm Sun. Go along and explore this wild space and join in some free bushcraft activities. For more information and to book visit www.wildcatwilderness. org

Open Garden Squares, The Compound, Stave Hill Ecological Park, SE16 6AX

10am-4pm. Activities include: children’s craft activities, a beekeeper will be on site (Sun only), a nature info and quiz trails, help the Saturday team create a wildflower meadow, dig out the marsh or build an insect house. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.opensquares.org

Sun 10 Jun

Aesop’s Fables Family Concert, The Conservatoire, SE3 9RQ 2.30-5pm. Delve into the world of the Hare and the Tortoise, the Fox and the Crow, and other stories, illuminated by the beautiful timbres of flute, piano, cello, percussion and more. Children are encouraged to go along dressed up as their favourite animal. To book visit www. conservatoire.org.uk

Let’s Build London!, 30 St Mary Axe (The Gherkin), EC3A 8EP 11am-4pm. Follow a real town planning brief from Chapman Taylor and 18 Degrees to design and construct your own urban fabric of buildings and spaces around the historic River Thames. Drop in event suitable for ages 7+. For more information visit www.open-city. org.uk

Monster Family Portrait Workshop, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ

(Also 17 and 23 Jun) Create a keepsake of your day with the Unicorn Theatre’s resident arts and crafts experts.You and your mini monster will get your hands dirty to create your monster family portrait. To book call 020 7645 0560. For more information visit www. unicorntheatre.com

Open Garden Squares, Centre for Wildlife Gardening, SE15 4EE

10.30am-4.30pm. Enjoy Wildlife garden tours with wildlife gardening tips, 11.30am and 2.30pm, bughunting and pond-dipping for families, a wild garden self-led trail and refreshments. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. opensquares.org

Mon 11 – Sun 17 Jun

Crystal Palace Festival, Various Locations The festival will take place all around the Crystal Palace area with a week long programme of guest events organised by the local community, bringing people together to have fun. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www.crystalpalacefestival.org

Thurs 14 – Sat 16 Jun

P&P World Cycling Revival, Herne Hill Velodrome, SE24 9HE

The World Cycling Revival Festival, the greatest celebration of the bicycle the world has ever seen, will be a high end heritage sporting, music and lifestyle festival celebrating 200 years of the bicycle. Patrons will be invited to wear vintage themed clothing. To buy tickets visit www. cyclingrevival.com

Animating the Shard, The Shard, SE1 9SG

9-10am. Scale the heights of your imagination by animating the Shard with the BFI, with exclusive access only for families! For more information and to buy tickets email openhousefamilies@open-city.org.uk

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Nature Portraits, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ

12noon-2pm. Build your face or family from all that Nature has to offer. Ages 8+. For more information visit www.unicorntheatre.com

Crystal Palace Festival, Crystal Palace Park, SE19 2GA

As part of the Crystal Palace Festival (11-17 Jun) this special day will be taking place in the park and is jam packed with fun and free activities for all. For more information and to find out what’s happening and when visit www.crystalpalacefestival.org

Family Learning Activity, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP

Performance Poetry, Croydon Summer of Love Festival, Wandle Park, CR0 4XT

Celebrate the Summer of Love in Croydon by adopting the positive aspects of that time with love, peace and unity. The festival in its second year includes music, poems food and activities. For more information visit www.allaboutcroydon.co.uk

Sat 16 – Sun 17 Jun

Fathers’ Day Weekend, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG

Say thank you to Dad this Fathers’ Day and spoil him with a memorable day out and meal. Children can create a card to give to Dad in free craft workshops. For more information visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

West End Live, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN

The 14th annual West End Live is back in Trafalgar Square. Enjoy performances from some of the best West End musicals, such as The Lion King, Les Misérables, Wicked and The Phantom of the Opera for free. For more information visit www. westendlive.co.uk

Sun 17 Jun

Pond Life, Centre for Wildlife Gardening, SE15 4EE

10am-12noon. Free fun family learning about ponds and the animals that live in them. Enjoy a morning of pond dipping, games and craft suitable for families with children of any age. Book on 020 3897 6151. For more information visit www. wildlondon.org.uk

Low Tide Walk, Creekside Discovery Centre, Deptford, SE8 4SA

11am-1pm. Wade in a wild river and experience a different perspective of London history and urban wildlife. Ages 9+. For more information and to book visit www.creeksidecentre. org.uk

Sat 23 Jun

Hilly Fields Midsummer Fair, SE4 1QA

12noon-5pm. The fair will feature a wide range of arts, crafts, community, bric-a-brac and food-related stalls as well as delicious hot and cold foods, refreshing ales, singing and dancing, charity displays, competitions, a birdsof-prey display, funfair, animal farm and much more. For more information visit www.brockleysociety.org.uk

EID Festival, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN

12noon-6pm. Londoners and visitors are all welcome to this free annual event to celebrate the end of Ramadan and enjoy a vast selection of delicious food, live and roaming entertainment, and family-fun. Free. For more information visit www. london.gov.uk

Manor House Gardens Festival, Lee, SE13 5SU The festival is an annual summer party in a beautiful setting. The goal is to celebrate the local community as much as possible. Food, drink, music, craft stalls and fun will be provided by local businesses. For more information visit www.facebook.com/ manorhousegardensfestival

Sat 23 – Sun 24 Jun

Hever’s Home Front, Hever Castle, Nr Edenbridge, TN8 7NG

Discover what life and work was like during the Second World War. Explore vintage stalls and learn to swing-dance. Go in 1940s dress and round the day off with a traditional afternoon tea. For more information and to book visit www.hevercastle.co.uk

Sat 23 Jun – Sat 7 Jul

The Dark Room for Kids, Underbelly Festival, Southbank, SE1 8XX You and your family are stuck inside a live-action video game. How will you escape?! Pick options off the screen in this fun, fear-filled, text-based interactive adventure game. Will you: A) Find Light Switch? B) Scream? C) Kick a Pokemon? To book visit www. underbellyfestival.com

Sun 24 Jun

Pop-UP Pavilion, Dulwich Picture Gallery, SE21 7AD

10am-5pm. Help to create a popup Pavilion in the Linbury Room. Drop in at any time during the day to make your additions to this temporary structure.You will be using entirely recycled materials, and taking inspiration from the six shortlisted designs on display. For more information visit www. dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk

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Spinning Rainbows, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ

12noon-2pm. Create your own crazy rainbow to mesmerise your pals. Ages 7+. For more information visit www.unicorntheatre.com

Purley Food and Drink Festival, Purley High Street, CR8 12noon-4.30pm. Enjoy great food from Purley-based businesses, fantastic draft beers, a selection of Gin and other refreshing drinks, an excellent entertainment programme, free activities for children and more. For more information and to book your free ticket visit www. allaboutcroydon.co.uk

Royal Greenwich Get Together, Various Locations

12noon-8.30pm. Join in this new free community festival with lots of entertainment for all the family taking place in General Gordon

Square and Number One Street in Woolwich. Highlights include: a carnival style parade, children’s interactive workshops, street entertainment and lots more. Free entry. For more information visit www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk

Armed Forces Day, Seafront Greens, Littlehampton BN17 5LQ

10.30am-5pm. Join in for a free action-packed day in aid of the Royal British Legion to celebrate and

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My First Book of Quantum Physics Everything around us is composed of very, very small things known as subatomic particles. When scientists started to discover more about these particles they realised that in such a tiny world the laws of physics did not apply and they needed to generate a new set of theories, which are known today as quantum physics. The science of these particles allows us to have electronic devices from smartphones and computers to medical imaging equipment and microwaves. However, quantum physics also pushes us to the very boundaries of what we know about science, reality and the structure of the universe. This new world is an amazing place where quantum particles can do weird and wonderful things. Have your mind blown as you find out fun facts like how two atoms can exist in the same place. My First Book of Quantum Physics is an entertaining illustrated guide which explains key concepts and big ideas in a simple and accessible way, giving children a fun and engaging introduction to the fascinating and mysterious world of physics. It’s a great way to enthuse them with STEM subjects in general and Physics in particular. My First Book of Quantum Physics is available online and from all good high street retailers for £12.99. 30

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honour those that serve and have served in the Armed Forces. There will be lots of activities for all the family. For more information visit www.littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

nocturnal world in urban south London. For more information visit www.wildlondon.org.uk

Sat 7 Jul

Lewisham People’s Day, Mountsfield Park, Catford, SE6 1AN People’s Day is south east London’s longest-running free festival. It is a celebration of music, art, craft and community, which attracts over 25,000 visitors. At the 34th People’s Day on 7 July you can expect hundreds of performances across five stages, craft stalls and great food and drink. For more information visit www.lewisham.gov.uk

Magic Nuudles, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ

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Sun 1 Jul

Joe Thompson’s Family Jazz, The Conservatoire, SE3 9RQ

4-5pm. Perfect for aspiring young musicians, or families who want some quality musical time together. This really is some of the best jazz in town. For more information and to book visit www.conservatoire.org.uk

Blythe Hill Fields Festival, SE23 1SP

12noon-5pm. Go along and enjoy this annual community festival - live music and entertainment, hot and cold food stalls, local produce, arts and crafts, kids activities, fun fair and the always popular Punch & Judy show! For more information visit www.blythehillfields.org.uk

12noon-2pm. They’re squishy and they’re magic. Build anything you can imagine from these colourful little nuggets. Just add water! Ages 2+. Free, drop-in activity. For more information visit www. unicorntheatre.com

Thurs 26 – Sun 29 Jul

Open Days, The Big Cat Sanctuary, Smarden, TN27 8PJ 11am-5pm. Go along to support the conservation work at the sanctuary. Visit the cats, including lions, tigers, leopards and cheetahs and enjoy lots of family entertainment including falconry shows, face painting, a bouncy castle and more. To buy tickets visit www.thebigcatsanctuary. org

Sun 29 Jul

Monstrous Festival, Printworks London, Surrey Quays Rd, SE16 7PJ

ParksFest Summer Sunday Extravaganza, Mycenae House, Blackheath, SE3 7SE

12noon-5.30pm. This fifth Summer Sunday Extravaganza garden party event will take place as part of ParksFest. Enjoy an enhanced live music programme with dance, theatre, arts and crafts, workshops and activities, all with a heavy focus on children and families. For more information visit www. mycenaehouse.co.uk

Sessions from 9am-1.30pm or 2.30-7pm. This child-friendly festival experience for kids has a range of fantasy worlds including The Beast inflatable obstacle course and Prince & Princess Unicorn Land. For more information and to book your all-inclusive tickets, visit www. monstrouscreations.co.uk. Get 25% discount on morning sessions by using code “PT3”

Pond Life, Centre for Wildlife Gardening, SE15 4EE

10am-12noon. Free fun family learning about ponds and the animals that live in them. Enjoy a morning of pond dipping, toad hunting, games and craft in the wildlife garden with four ponds. Book on 020 3897 6151. For more information visit www. wildlondon.org.uk

Fri 6 Jul

Bat, Moth and Owl Prowl, Sydenham Hill Wood, Southwark, SE26 6LS

9pm. Join in for a guided walk of Sydenham Hill Wood to discover bats, moths and tawny owls. Using bat detectors, the site warden and volunteers will reveal a hidden,

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