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in South West London September Back to School Edition • Issue 108 • 4 September - 8 October 2017

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Ciaran McConville

Music & lyrics by

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in South West London September Back to School Edition • Issue 101 • 5 September - 9 October 2017

Welcome to the first edition of Primary Times for the new school year. Reception families may not have seen us previously so let me explain a little about PrimaryTimes magazine. We are the only free local The Best Family Guide to What’s On what’s on magazine for families of children aged 4-11. We publish the magazine 7 times a year, two weeks before each school holiday with a Back to School issue in September. We have competitions and puzzle pages for children to enter and hundreds of listings so that nobody can get bored during the school holidays! We also carry useful education information, local theatre ideas and best of all, we are totally FREE... All we ask is that you mention Primary Times to our advertisers who you read about in the magazine. By Lewis Carroll Adapted and directed by

Ciaran McConville

Music & lyrics by

Eamonn O’Dwyer

Thu 7 Dec - Sun 7 Jan

Box Office 020 8174 0090 Visit rosetheatrekingston.org

We’ll be back in schools from 9 October.

Peter and the Primary Times team The Primary Times Team: Publishing Editor: Peter Watson Sales: Andrew Langridge, Clarry Frewin, Sarah-Jane Chapple & Gill Pearce Listings: Hayley Hughes & Miriam Theobald Editorial: Anna Stringer Production: Alison Watson Office Manager: Chris Blower Administrators: Claire Wood & Tina Love Proof Reader: Catherine Draisey Social Media: Rachel Benson

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What’s On............................. 6 Family Theatre...................... 8 Out of School Activities........10 Choosing Your New School...13 Whatever the Weather..........22

As well as all our usual features this magazine concentrates on Choosing your New School - something that all Year 5 and 6 families will be thinking about now. We publish the definitive guide to open days for that all important decision. We’ve already received calls from parents asking when we’re publishing the next guide so here it is. It’s a pull out section so do make sure you keep it and check out all the schools that you are considering. Our comprehensive tables take a lot of work and are prepared a long time in advance. Please check school websites to confirm the latest open day dates.

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Our next magazine will be published on 9 October, just in time for half term. The copy deadline is 22 September

Competitions.......................27 Good Work Page.................31

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Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in primary, infant, junior and middle schools throughout the boroughs of Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton & Wandsworth. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is NOT our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being sent to us for inclusion in our What’s On section. Free listings are dependent on available space and we cannot guarantee to print all the listings we are sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes. biz Primary Times would like to thank all the schools for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, in part or in whole, without the express written permission of the Publishing Editor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 2.5 million copies per issue under franchise licences throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Primary Times South West London is operated under franchise licence.

We can provide you with a great opportunity to help transform children’s lives  You don’t have to be married  You don’t need to be employed  You don’t need a big house  You do need a spare room and space in your life to help a vulnerable child to achieve As a Chrysalis Care foster carer you will receive:  24-hour professional support  Excellent remuneration  Job satisfaction  Comprehensive training  Access to a range of children’s services We are also looking for specialist foster carers who can provide a home to teenagers, a parent and child, children with disabilities and carers who are interested in remand fostering.

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Get a 15% discount on the Premiership Package Kid’s Party at Goals when you quote Primary Times at Goals Wimbledon. The party includes an FA coach for the duration, a wide range of food, birthday cake, goody bags and medals for all the children and a team photo of all the kids on the day. Goals are now also offering free functions on Friday nights for adults. Bring your friends and loved ones down to the 150-capacity, spacious room and enjoy your party there. Goals have new amazing drink deals to help make your night extra special. For any enquiries, call 020 8949 1122 (selecting option 2).

Chrysalis Care

There’s a special invitation waiting for you from the UK’s leading Independent Fostering Agency. It’s back to school - the beginning of a new adventure. For many parents, it also means the beginning of a new phase. Chrysalis Care are about to celebrate twenty years of new phases, transforming the lives of children and young people across London, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire and they are inviting you to explore becoming a foster carer. With Chrysalis Care, you benefit from expert 24 hour advice, guidance, training and support and can rest assured that you are working with a pioneering fostering agency, founded by a couple who themselves fostered for fifteen years. If you have a spare room, a heart for children and young people and are ready for a new adventure, please contact Crysalis Care to speak with one of their knowledgeable staff members today on 020 8298 2800.You can also email info@chrysaliscare.org or by visit them at www.chrysaliscarefostering.org.

Enjoy a Family Day with Harlequins

Harlequins are one of rugby union’s oldest and most famous club sides and last year they celebrated their 150th season. Playing their home fixtures at the 14,800-capacity Twickenham Stoop, just a stone’s throw from Twickenham Stadium, the home of England Rugby, Harlequins offer an exciting day out for the entire family. The games themselves are often fast and furious affairs and over their long history, Harlequins have established themselves as pioneers of an exciting and high tempo playing style, known fondly as ‘The Quins Way’. A day out at The Stoop offers so much more than just a rugby game however. Kids can get their faces painted pre-match and supporters can take part in various fan competitions around the ground. The Stoop has a number of food and drinks stands and make sure you look out for the two Harlequins mascots, Charley and Harley Bear, who are on hand for selfies and sing-alongs and help raise the roof throughout the match. The fun doesn’t end with the final whistle either. Children and parents alike can head to the Kings Bar after the game where there is usually live music and also the Players Corner, where members of the team will join fans young and old. Tickets to the upcoming home fixtures cost £16 for adults, £7 for kids and there are membership options too. Visit www.quins.co.uk to book. Photo credit: Getty Images for Harlequins

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Flip Around With Celebs for Charity

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Flip Out Wandsworth is a huge arena of integrated interconnected trampolines with something on offer for all ages. The state of the art facility boasts brand new designs and equipment that hasn’t been seen in Europe before. Key features include 45,000 square feet of state of the art trampoline equipment, a dedicated junior under 5’s area with a mini foam pit and a large foam pit with two diving boards. Standard prices are £12 per person (plus £2 for Flip Out Socks). Flip Out will be celebrating this year’s National Fitness Day, taking place on Wednesday 27 September, to encourage the nation to celebrate the fun of fitness and physical activity. They will be partnering up with Amanda’s Action Club and Kid Sorted bringing you a day full of jumping and special entertainment.

RADiate Dance Project

Kids will have one hour to bounce around and one hour to explore all the activities including Amanda’s Action Club, Playdow mini dance workshop and Animal Fu costumed characters. There will even be Fudge And The Frequency and some other celebrities. All proceeds will go to children’s charity Buttle UK.

‘My son’s journey has been astounding and RADiate has been a large part of that. He responds to the regular rhythm of the classes which gives him confidence.’

The one day event sessions start from 10am–6pm. Each two hour session costs £20 per person (plus £2 for Flip Out Socks). The event will be suitable for 2-12 year olds but parents and guardians are encouraged to participate in all activities. Purchase your tickets online at www.flipout. co.uk. For more information email wandsworth@flipout.co.uk or call them on 020 3026 8440.

RADiate delivers dance sessions to children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including those on the Autism Spectrum, with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties. The sessions are led by highly-experienced specialist dance teachers and can be organised at school or held at RAD headquarters in Battersea.

– Feedback from a RADiate parent To find out more about how RADiate could help your students and to sign up, please contact courses@rad.org.uk or 020 7326 8043.

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What’s On Your family diary until October Half Term

Ongoing Hampton Outdoor Pool, TW12 2ST Under the supervision of fully qualified staff, children can swim and play in the open air. The grassy area alongside the pool is the perfect place to dry off and soak up the sun; or you can enjoy a cool drink or ice cream at the Sun Deck Café overlooking the water. For more information visit www. hamptonpool.co.uk

Weekends and School Holidays

Art Activities, Ham House and Garden, Richmond, TW10 7RS Create a piece of art inspired by your visit to Ham in the below stairs rooms. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ ham-house-and-garden

Mini Yoga, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY 9am Saturdays. These classes are always based around a story which unfolds (much to the children’s

delight!) and is acted out using Hatha yoga postures. Many of the activities support the Early Years foundation framework. Ages 2-8. For more information and to book visit www.thebrightemporium.com

Read!, Make!, Play!, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Selected dates) 10-11am ages 5+, 11.30am-12.30pm under 4s. This workshop combines drama games, creative storytelling and crafts, perfect for any budding artists, young actors and story book fans. For more information and to book visit www.thebrightemporium.com

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

Win a Signed Chelsea Ladies FC Shirt To celebrate the start of Chelsea Ladies’ new season in their new home, we’re giving away a signed Chelsea Ladies shirt! Chelsea Ladies will begin the new FA WSL season at their new home, Kingsmeadow, with a game against Bristol City Women on Sunday 24 September. The Ladies will groundshare with AFC Wimbledon at Kingsmeadow following a successful five years at Staines Town, in which time Emma Hayes’ side has turned professional, lifted its first major silverware with the FA Cup and FA WSL titles in 2015 and participated in two consecutive Champions League campaigns. Season tickets for the new campaign, priced £42 for adults and £21 for juniors and concessions, can be purchased by visiting www.chelseafc.com/tickets.

To have a chance at winning a signed shirt, just tell us where the Chelsea Ladies new base is. Send your answer along with your name, age, school, address and phone number to Chelsea Ladies Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG or email your answer and details to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘Chelsea Ladies‘ as the subject by Friday 22 September. 6

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Storytime Sunday, The Bright Emporium, Clapham, SW11 1SY (Selected Sundays) 10.30am12noon. A popular community event which allows children to interact, create and spend time with their favourite authors and illustrators, sharing the joy of storytelling. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Until 28 Sep

Bat Walks, London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT (Thursdays only) See these amazing flying mammals and their astonishing aerial acrobatics and learn more about them with a talk by one of the bat experts in the theatre before heading out to the reserve. Ages 8+. Book on 020 8409 4400. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/london

Until 30 Sep

Underbelly Festival, Southbank, SE1 8XX The festival will bring the best in live circus, comedy, cabaret and family entertainment to the heart of London. There’s an amazing line-up of shows, international street food and a true festival atmosphere. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. underbellyfestival.com

Totally Thames Festival, Various Locations Totally Thames brings the river to life with a month-long season of river-related events - art, music, open days, family fun, talks, walks and boats galore. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www. totallythames.org

The City’s Ebb and Flow, City Information Centre, St Paul’s Churchyard, EC4M 8BX (Selected dates) 11am. Go on a walking tour exploring how the Thames has shaped London. Tickets available on the day only. For more information visit www. totallythames.org

Until 20 Oct

Defend the Tower, The Tower of London, EC3N 4AB 11.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm. England’s greatest medieval fortress, is under attack from all sides! You must help the heroic guards defend the mighty castle against its most dangerous enemies from 200 years of medieval conflict. For more information visit www. hrp.org.uk/tower-of-london

Until 28 Oct

The Magic Garden, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU 10am-5.30pm. Experience the legendary world of the Tudor tournament in this imaginative play garden setting. Discover something new around every twist and turn and explore a mysterious secret grotto. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org. uk/hampton-court-palace

September Thurs 7 Sep

Bat Walk, London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT See these amazing flying mammals and their astonishing aerial acrobatics and learn more about them with a talk by one of the bat experts in the theatre before heading out to the reserve. Ages 8+. Book on 020 8409 4400. For more information visit www.wwt. org.uk/wetland-centres/london

Grease, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, TW9 3AE From 6.30pm. Enjoy a screening of the fun romantic comedy Grease (sing-a-long) in the outdoor setting on the lawn in front of Kew Palace. In collaboration with The Luna Cinema. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.kew.org

Fri 8 Sep

Bat Walk, Streatham Common, SW16 3EN 7.45pm. Meet at the Rookery Café. For more information and to book email IBoulton@lambeth.gov.uk

Sat 9 Sep

Annie Jr. Auditions, Kingston and Hampton Hill (Or 13 Sep) Dramacube are looking for talented young musical theatre performers aged 7-14yrs

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NEW SEASON. NEW HOME. KINGSMEADOW, KINGSTON Season kicks off Sunday 24 September

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Family Theatre

The Old Vic SE1 Box Office: 08448 717 628 7 Sep – 5 Oct

10 – 14 Oct

Tales from the Shed

Chickenshed’s vibrant, interactive show is full of colourful puppets, live songs and enchanting stories, and is perfect for young children.

Family Theatre Guide Colour House Theatre, Merton Abbey Mills Box Office: 020 8542 5511 Until 5 Nov

Rapunzel

they find a house made of sweets they think their luck has changed, but things soon take a turn for the worst.

New Wimbledon

What will happen when a handsome young Prince discovers Rapunzel in a tower and tries to set her free? Find out in this re-telling of this Brothers Grimm classic and discover that all is not what it seems.

Box Office: www. atgtickets.com/ wimbledon 8 – 10 Sep

Merton Arts Space

Following a smash-hit West End season, the tea-guzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show, packed with oodles of magic, sing-along songs and clumsy chaos. Ages 3+.

Box Office: www. colourhousetheatre.co.uk 10 Sep – 12 Nov

Hansel and Gretel

Hansel and Gretel are lost in the forest with no hope of finding their way back home. When

The Tiger Who Came To Tea

15 Oct – 5 Nov

Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax

Adapted for the stage by David Greig with music and lyrics by Charlie Fink, Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax is a brilliant riot of eyepopping colour, gorgeous puppetry and infectious music to enchant adults and children alike.

Enjoy the show! And don’t forget to say you saw it in Primary Times!

Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, SW19 Box Office: 020 8543 4888 29 Sep – 15 Oct

Child of the Divide

Summer 1947 and 16 million people are on the move between India and the newlyformed Pakistan. Amid the upheaval young Pali’s fingers slip from his father’s hand, and his destiny changes forever. Ages 7-14.

30 Sep – 1 Oct

Handa’s Surprise

Physical performance, puppetry, live music and song combine to create an intimate production with audience participation. Go along and share in the magical tangerine surprise. Ages 2-6.

6 – 8 Oct

In a Nutshell

In a quest to find breakfast for his friend Robin, little Acorn embarks on an adventure that takes him to the edge of his world and beyond. Ages 3-6.

18 Oct – 11 Feb

My Brother, My Sister and Me

This playful new Polka show is based on conversations with young children about their own sibling relationships, and has been designed to keep children aged 2–5 enthralled throughout.

Richmond Theatre Box Office: 08448 717 651 17 Sep

Mister Maker & The Shapes Live!

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live show encourages Mini Makers and grown-ups to sing, dance and make some noise.

With a fabulous supporting cast and art at its heart, this fantastic

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Retelling the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door To Me.

Rose Kingston Box Office: 020 8174 0090 6 – 16 Sep

The Night Pirates

Adapted and directed by Miranda Larson, this show combines original songs and swashbuckling adventures, suitable for any budding young pirate. Ages 6+.

30 Sep

Little Red

Enjoy this bold re-imagination of the much loved fairytale Little Red Riding Hood. Expect your favourite characters with a few surprises along the way. Suitable for children under 7.

17 Oct – 22 Oct

Around the World in Eighty Days

Join Fogg and his loyal valet, Passepartout, as they voyage from the misty alleys of Victorian London to the exotic subcontinent and the Wild West in a race against the clock.

24-28 Oct

The Hunting of the Snark

The impossible voyage of an improbable crew to hunt an imaginary creature is brought magically to life in this sparkling musical comedy adventure for 4 – 94 year olds.

Tooting Library Wandsworth Box Office: www.monstro.uk 16 Oct

Bookstory

Using song, puppetry and dynamic performance, Book Story is the latest musical show from MONSTRO Theatre, the Pioneers of the Puppet Musical. Ages 6+.

Underbelly Festival, Southbank Box Office: underbellyfestival.com Until 24 Sep

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall

Celebrating 5 years of baby boogieing on London’s Southbank, join our resident dj-mumma, Monski Mouse and her dancers for 50 minutes of bopping family fun. Ages 0-5.

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The Snow Queen at the Polka

Your favourite festive film is now a major new musical adapted for the stage by Debbie Isitt, the creator of the much-loved films. Every child in every school has one Christmas wish, to star in a Nativity, and at St Bernadette’s School they’re attempting to mount a musical version! Only trouble is teacher Mr Maddens has promised that a Hollywood producer is coming to see the show to turn it into a film. Join him, his teaching assistant the crazy Mr Poppy, hilarious children and a whole lot of sparkle and shine as they struggle to make everyone’s Christmas wish come true. Feel-good, funny and full of yuletide joy, Nativity! The Musical features all of the favourite sing-a-long hits from the films including Sparkle and Shine and a whole host of new songs filled with the spirit of Christmas. It’s the perfect feel-good comedy for all the family. Nativity! The Musical is on at the Eventim Apollo in Hammersmith from 13 - 17 December. Tickets are available from the Box Office on 08442 494 300. For more information, visit www.nativitythemusical.com.

Once upon a time, there were two inseparable friends, Kai and Gerda. They did everything together, but one cold night, Kai fell under the spell of the evil Snow Queen and was whisked away on a sleigh to her icy palace. Join The Polka Theatre for an exciting winter tale of fun, friendship and discovery as Gerda embarks on her epic journey to rescue Kai from the clutches of the Snow Queen. Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story comes thrillingly alive as Polka’s Main Stage is transformed into a winter wonderland. The Snow Queen is recommended for the whole family aged 5+. All Ages Welcome shows are also available, check out the website, www.polkatheatre.com, for details. ‘The Snow Queen will be at the Polka Theatre from 17 November to 4 February. For tickets, call 020 8543 4888 or visit the website at www.polkatheatre.com.

Family Theatre

Nativity! The Musical

Autumn and Christmas at Rose Theatre Kingston

This autumn, the Rose brings you a jam-packed programme of great family entertainment. Starting in October, Jules Verne’s classic adventure Around the World in 80 Days is a high-spirited escapade featuring over 125 characters, six trains, five boats, four fights, three dances, two circus acts and an elephant. At half term, don’t miss The Hunting of the Snark, a side-splittingly funny and fast-paced adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s much loved poem featuring life-like puppets, fantastical characters and lashings of daft humour. This Christmas don’t miss Alice in Winterland – a spectacular and dazzlingly festive new stage production based on Lewis Carroll’s timeless books. Follow Alice to the magically curious world of Winterland, a world of mad hatters and cruel queens, strong-minded dodos and friendly knights. A world inhabited by the mysterious Bandersnatch and the terrible Jabberwock, where the impossible becomes possible… Tickets start from £10. For more information visit rosetheatrekingston.org or call 020 8174 0900.

Thu 7 Dec - Sun 7 Jan

Mini Maestro Family Concerts

St Martin-in-the-Fields, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 4JJ

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17 - 22 Oct

24 - 28 Oct

Box Office 020 8174 0090

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World class theatre on your doorstep

Get close-up to the orchestra and musicians, explore, sing, clap and conduct! Saturdays 4.30 - 5.30 pm: 23 Sep, 21 Oct, 18 Nov, 2 Dec*, 27 Jan, 10 Feb, 11 Mar

Further details and special offer: www.LMAorchestra.com/mini-maestro Tickets: £8 - £10 Box Office: 020 7766 1100 *2 December 4.00 - 5.00 pm, tickets £6 - £16 Promoter: HWCO, registered charity no 327296

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Out of School Activities Learning to swim is the one sport that could actually one day save your life. It is one of the best forms of exercise as it promotes strength and mobility and improves cardiovascular fitness giving you greater levels of stamina and endurance. Water exercise offers many physical, social and mental benefits including improved strength and flexibility, better muscular endurance and balance and increased energy. It is a sport which, once learned, can be enjoyed with friends or alone. Some people with physical limitations cannot perform land exercises, so swimming is the perfect solution for keeping fit. Exercising in the water is safer than working out on land because water supports your weight and doesn’t strain your back or knees no matter how hard or gently you work. So make sure that you and your children learn to swim – it really is the one sport you can’t be without.

Creative Courage for Life with Stagecoach

Every child has all kinds of abilities and capabilities, but unless they explore them and learn to express themselves, they may never realise the talents within them. Stagecoach teaches children and teenagers how to sing, dance and act, not only to perform on stage but also to perform better in life. Suitable for a range of abilities, Stagecoach offers the chance for kids to pursue a career in the performing arts or simply learn some new skills to share with family and friends. Stagecoach Performing Arts prides itself on nurturing all children to fulfil their full potential and grow in confidence in a safe and vibrant atmosphere, inspiring children with Creative Courage for Life. Classes are small which means every child is given attention and allowed to realise their potential at their own pace. The teachers all have performing arts experience and are there to lead and support youngsters as they conquer fears and rise to new challenges.

Awards at Jigsaw Performing Arts Nicola Lander, Owner/Founder of Jigsaw Performing Arts Schools has been shortlisted in the SME Growth category for the second year running in the Forward Ladies National Awards sponsored by HSBC. Nicola told Primary Times, “I am delighted to be shortlisted for the Forward Ladies SME Growth Award this year. I really enjoyed being a part of the awards ceremony last year; it was a really inspiring day with some great speakers and I can’t wait to go to this year’s event.”

With over 1,000 nominations this year, to be shortlisted for an award is an enormous achievement. Nicola and the team now look ahead to September’s Regional Final when the winner of the London & the South region will be announced.

BE GOOD AT BEING YOURSELF Unlock your child’s potential with Stagecoach Performing Arts Sutton Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4 - 6 year olds, where students learn to embrace life with creativity and courage Find out more today:

stagecoach.co.uk/sutton sutton@stagecoach.co.uk 01372 740 284

All Stagecoach schools are taking part in an exciting national performance of Beauty and the Beast Junior in a bid to enter The Guinness Book of World Records! ™

Creative Courage For Life

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Stagecoach Performing Arts Schools are operated under franchise and are independently owned by their Principals. Stagecoach is a registered trademark of Stagecoach Theatre Arts Ltd.

A Life-Saving Skill

Annie Jr. Auditions at Dramacube

This year Dramacube’s Christmas production will be Annie Jr. with free workshop auditions taking place in Kingston and Hampton Hill on 9 and 13 September. Dramacube produces two major musicals for children aged 7-14 years each year which are fully supported by a team of industry professionals including set and costume designers, sound and lighting technicians and stage management. Rehearsal locations are in Hampton Hill, Kingston and Twickenham and children are guided by a professional musical director, choreographer and director on every show. Project fees apply to those cast in the show. Performing rights are purchased from leading licencing agents such as Music Theatre International to ensure that young actors work on scripts which are both commercially successful and appropriate to their age group. Shows are performed at purpose built professional theatres including Epsom Playhouse, Hampton Hill Theatre, The Waterman’s Arts Centre and Questors Theatre.

Out of School Activities

For more information on Jigsaw Performing Arts Schools’ weekend drama, singing and dance classes for students aged 3-18, visit www. jigsaw-arts.co.uk or call 020 8447 4530 and book a two week trial for the autumn term today.

Dramacube selects shows with strong characters, fun routines and brilliant music and with large casts which means every actor is fully involved throughout the show. Annie Jr. will be performed at Hampton Hill Theatre in December. To book your child’s free workshop audition email contact@dramacube.co.uk or call 020 8408 0245. For more information visit www. dramacubeproductions.co.uk.

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Out of School Activities

Why Should your Child Learn to Swim?

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Swimming is lots of fun for people of all ages and also provides loads of health benefits which can help to keep you and your children healthy and happy at the same time. What’s more, swimming is the only sport which can save your child’s life. Drowning is still one of the most common causes of accidental death in children, so being able to swim is an essential life-saving skill.

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Swimming is a great activity for kids, good for their health and an essential life skill. With Everyone Active’s nationally recognized swimming lesson programme children (and adults!) can learn to swim or simply develop their swimming and water safety skills with Swim England qualified instructors. Lessons start for children as young as 4 months old and are rewarding and progressive with badges and certificates to collect. For your chance to win a 12-week swimming lesson programme, visit www.everyoneactive.com/primarytimes and answer the following question: At what age can children start swimming lessons with Everyone Active?

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Choosing your New School with

A Pull Out and Keep Feature The Primary Times 2017 Choosing your New School feature – the definitive guide to open days for that all important decision.

Grades and Statistics

Of course it’s important to look at the grades the school has been achieving, remember to look at the overall statistics as opposed to just the ones from recent history. Final exam results may depend more on the calibre of the original than anything else but tables which purport to show ‘added value’ also have their drawbacks. Each school year can fluctuate significantly depending on the mix of students, so just because results have gone up/down in the last couple of years, it doesn’t mean the overall standard of teaching has. Look at the general pattern of results and compare these to others in the area.

5. The end of the summer holidays marks the beginning of the latest adventure in your child’s life – choosing a secondary school. This task doesn’t have to be a chore however. You and your child can work together to find the perfect place for them to learn, explore and grow. Here is a list of Primary Times’ top ten tips for choosing a school. 1.

Make a List

Even if you think you know which school you want to send your child to, it’s important to visit a few just in case, even if it’s just to reaffirm your original choice. Even the best schools can suit some children more than others. Once you have a list of schools in your area, check to make sure each one is logistically possible – does your child meet the entry requirements? Will they be able to travel there easily?

Open Days

Obviously it’s a good idea to visit all the schools you’re thinking of sending your child to. Pay special attention to the environment – you know your child better than anyone so you know best what working atmosphere is most effective for them. Chat to students as well as teachers. It’s good to know that the people teaching want to be there, but if you want a more honest perception of the school you’re more likely to get it from the students. One of the most important things to look for is whether they’re happy – a happy child inevitably means a better education.

League Tables and Ofsted

With all the statistics floating around about schools, it’s hard to know which to trust. Ultimately these reports aren’t everything, especially as their conclusions are usually based on a few days in a school, but they are all still worth looking at. There is a great resource on the government’s performance information website (head to www.gov.co.uk) which gives a detailed and clear analysis of schools in your area.

Word of Mouth

Chat to other parents and locals about the different schools. They may know things (both good and bad) which the schools themselves may not have mentioned. It’s always good to hear from other parents what they wish they had/hadn’t done in hindsight and which questions they wish they’d asked.

Making the Step: Primary to Secondary School

At the moment your child is the oldest in the school, but from next September they will suddenly seem so small again. Making that move from primary to secondary school can feel like a giant leap. Education expert and teacher, Dr Stephen Curran, has some helpful tips for parents to get their child through this challenging change.

Be understanding Listen to your child’s apprehensions and help reassure them. If you child has an older sibling or cousin, get them to have a quick chat about what to expect from secondary school. Hearing about the many interesting and exciting aspects of school life will give your child a positive outlook.

Join teams and clubs Encourage your child to take part in the school’s extracurricular activities. Joining school clubs can help build friendships and confidence.

Organisation is key To relieve the stress of the school-run get everything together the night before – materials, books, uniform. Set times for homework to create a structured day and help your child keep up at school. Building a sense of routine at school and home will make your child’s transition from primary to secondary school as smooth as possible.

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Extra-curricular Activities

Not all learning takes place in the classroom, and it’s often in after school clubs that your child discovers something they are passionate for and may even want to pursue as a career. Extracurricular clubs also open your child up to new friendship groups as well as potentially being beneficial to their mainstream education.

7. Discipline

We all respond to discipline in different ways. Some thrive under supervision and strict rules whereas others find this limiting and hard to work under. Make sure to find out what disciplinary structures are in place at each school and determine which would work most effectively with your child.

Equal Opportunities

Where are their friends going?

If your child needs SEN support or struggles in a certain area, what structures are in place to aid them and to make sure they don’t fall behind? Although this shouldn’t dramatically affect your choice, it is worth taking into consideration. If your child finds making friends difficult then you don’t want to make moving schools harder with the added aspect of socialising. However this could also be a good opportunity for your child to boost their social skills, so it’s worth chatting it through to decide what is best.

10.

Where will your child be happiest?

When going to open days or evenings make sure to note your child’s initial reaction and how this changes over the course of the event. Ultimately if your child is happy then that’s the best outcome, and hopefully that will be reflected in their results as well. Above all remember not to worry – despite what the media may say, the standard of our secondary schools is still very high and in many cases getting higher. You are simply picking the best environment to unlock your child’s potential.

Wimbledon High

An academic independent school in the heart of Wimbledon, Wimbledon High is a beacon school of the Girls’ Day School Trust. An education at Wimbledon High can start at 4, 7, 11 or 16 years. The Junior School is a small and vibrant community, with its own entity yet benefiting from the facilities of the wider school - a 25m swimming pool and performing arts centre on site and extensive sports grounds nearby. The school runs a creative curriculum ensuring innovative teaching and lots of fun along the way, and plenty of time for co-curricular activities in music, drama, sport and smaller clubs. Almost all girls transfer to Wimbledon High’s Senior School at 11. At GCSE and A level, students achieve consistently excellent exam results. Yet it is Wimbledon High’s pastoral care and their warm and caring community that the school is most proud. Girls grow up to be grounded individuals, who make time for friendships and voluntary service in the community and who throw themselves into school life. They learn leadership skills and how to be resilient along the way. Above all, school is a place where the girls can be themselves, away from the social pressures of a media-driven world. For more details visit www.wimbledonhigh.gdst.net or call 020 8971 0902.

What’s Better than a Day of Sport? A week of sport, that’s what! Sport Relief is back from 17-23 March. As well as The Mile, there’s a week of activities to choose from. It’s the ultimate ‘feel good, do good’ event for any school. It’s the perfect opportunity to have fun, bring the whole school community together, and teach your pupils about the real difference they can make to people’s lives. Put the date in the school calendar now and make sure your pupils don’t miss out. To get you off to a flying start, Primary Times has worked with Sport Relief to put together a free fundraising pack, full of ideas, posters, balloons and stickers. The pack also contains curriculum-linked resources to make sure that your Sport Relief event is also a time for your pupils to learn about the difference between their lives and the lives of others. Save the date and order your free primary fundraising pack at www.sportrelief. com/primarytimes. Last year thousands of schools and nurseries across the country got involved with anything from running a sponsored-mile to taking part in a 24 hour badminton tournament. Everyone had a great time and raised a staggering £6 million in the process. Michelle Golan, from Childs Hill Primary School in North London, sees Sport Relief as a great way for her pupils to learn about the wider world. She told Primary Times, “Our school believes it is extremely important to support Sport Relief. Our pupils always have lots of fun and work together to help improve the lives of those less fortunate than us. The materials produced by Sport Relief are really useful and inspiring, and help our pupils to see how their contributions can help change the lives of others forever.” 14

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Money raised by schools and nurseries for Sport Relief will help people living unimaginably tough lives on your doorstep in the UK and across the world’s poorest countries. So put the week 17-23 March, in the diary and order your free Fundraising Event Pack today at www.sportrelief.com/ primarytimes

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Bursaries at King’s

King’s has a history of enabling bright young minds of all means to access the school. However enabling children to move from their state primary school to the new opportunities of an independent education in 25 acres of space in the heart of Wimbledon is about more than simply claiming to offer bursarial opportunities. It is about making the move right for the child. Kings’ wish to appeal to the 95% of pupils who attend state primary schools as well as traditional prep schools, was the driving force behind the opening of a new lower school for Years 7 and 8 in 2016. Forty seven boys joined the first ever Year 7 class with more than half coming from maintained schools. The launch of the lower school was the focal point too for Kings’ ongoing fundraising programme. Both the school and donors are keen to ensure pupils of all means feel welcomed and enjoy learning both in the classroom and beyond.

A through school for girls 4-18 years 100% bursaries at 11+ and 16+ www.wimbledonhigh.gdst.net

With many boys gaining bursarial support at 11 and 13 and girls (as well as boys) able to seek support with fees in the sixth form, maybe it is time to consider King’s for your child. Registered charity no. 306983

An A level and IB school

“One school, two buildings, great teaching, and tip top facilities.” The Good Schools Guide

The Study is a leading prep school situated in the heart of Wimbledon Village. We identify and nurture each girl’s unique academic, creative and sporting skills in a caring and supportive community. For further details and to book a school visit, contact Jane Davis on 020 8947 6969 www.thestudyprep.co.uk

7-16+ (whole school) open morning 9th September 9.00am - 12.30pm

Registered Charity No. 271012

16+ (sixth form) open evenings 14th September & 5th October 6.00pm 11+ (lower school) open evening We welcome enquires about our scheme of assistance with fees for girls aged 7+.

10th October 6.00pm

Preparatory School for girls aged four to eleven

020 8255 5300 · kcs.org.uk

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At The Mall they prepare boys for entry into a wide range of independent senior schools. 2017 leavers were awarded places, including scholarships at St Paul’s, Hampton and Reed’s with other pupils gaining places at King’s College School Wimbledon, Westminster, Kingston Grammar, St George’s College and St James School. Most boys join in Reception where entry is non-selective but The Mall does offer an additional, assessed entry point into our recently expanded Year 3, and for 2018 entry only, Year 4. Boys joining in Year 3 soon benefit from the small classes and increasingly specialist teaching they receive. Indeed, by Year 4, they are being taught by subject specialists in every subject, ensuring they meet the high academic standards demanded by senior schools. Outside of the classroom Year 3 boys can play one of a number of musical instruments, experience competitive sports fixtures and take part in performances in our 160 seat theatre. They will also get to go on their first residential trip. If you are considering schools for your son for 7+ or 8+ do go along to the Year 3 Entry Open Morning on Tuesday 31 October. Let them show you how The Mall brings out the best in boys. For more information please visit www.themallschool.org.uk

Newton Prep Goes Green for Silver Newton Prep has had a makeover. Ahead of their Open Day on Saturday 7 October and in time for the new term, the school has planted a green fringe inside its front playground along its Battersea Park Road frontage. No fewer than 60 trees are now providing a verdant barrier against pollution along with a redesigned front wall and fancy modern signage. Now the perimeter of the school lives up to the promise within, with Newton’s state of the art science labs, modern performance spaces and extensive sporting facilities. The green overhaul was the most popular of the stakeholderselected priorities chosen for the school’s 25th anniversary, celebrated throughout 2016-2017. Other Newton@25 initiatives included a sponsored walk of up to 25kms which raised £25,000, 25% each for four chosen charities, the launch of a Silver Symphony at which the school orchestra shadowed musicians from the famous London Mozart Players, and the return visit by HRH The Duchess of Gloucester who officially opened the school back in 1992. Last up was a smash-hit Silver Splash Summer Party for Newton families past, present and future.

The Mall is a successful independent prep school for boys age 4+ in Twickenham From 2019 we will become an 11+ school and boys will leave at the end of Year 6 Non-selective entry into Reception (4+) Entry into our expanded Year 3 (7+) is based on assessment Popular destinations include: Hampton, KCS Wimbledon, St Paul’s & Reed’s Minibuses from: Richmond, Kew, Chiswick and Kingston

Autumn OPEN MORNINGS Everybody wins with Sport Relief Sport Relief is back from 17-23 March 2018. It’s a fantastic way for your pupils to set personal goals and help others along the way. So, get a head start and order your free schools fundraising pack today. Order your free Primary Fundraising Pack at sportrelief.com/primarytimes

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Wednesday 20 September Sport Relief is an initiative of Comic Relief, registered charity 326568 (England/Wales); SC039730 (Scotland). Photo credit: Alexander Walker. SR18_125

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The Mall School

“We are very happy as we have found an amazing environment for our son where he is encouraged and motivated.” Reception parent

9.00am

Saturday 7 October 9.30am-12.00pm

Tuesday 31 October

9.30am – For 7+/8+ entry only

Wednesday 8 November 9.00am – For 4+ entry only

Bringing out the best in every boy 185 Hampton Road, Twickenham TW2 5NQ • 0208 614 1082 admissions@themallschool.org.uk • www.themallschool.org.uk

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Burntwood School

Helen Dorfman, Principal of Burntwood School, told Primary Times, “Choosing a new school for our children can be a daunting experience. I always suggest that it is important to make a careful analysis of the breadth of curriculum offer, whether the school has a good record with regard to examination success and where progression for the youngsters to Higher Education is the norm. A substantial Sixth Form is important, as these can offer a wider range of subjects and more flexibility of subject choice for the young person. A good school will also provide a wide range of sporting and extra-curricular activities as well as excellent dance, drama and music teaching. It is important that every child is treated as an individual and that the school works in partnership with the parents to encourage the very best from the young person. At Burntwood, we encourage our young women to be articulate, thoughtful individuals who are able to express their opinions whilst also being able to listen to and consider the views of others. It is my view that girls benefit greatly from a single sex education where they are free to develop and mature without the pressures of the presence of boys. Of course, this is not necessarily the best choice for every young women and we always recommend visiting a variety of styles of schools in order to compare and contrast and be secure that the school selected will best meet the needs of the young person. Whatever your choice of school, at Burntwood we wish you every success in supporting your child through this important transition.”

YEAR 7 OPEN DAYS - OPEN EVENING Wednesday 27th September 6pm - OPEN MORNING Tuesday 10th October 8.45am

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Chelsea Academy

Are You Ready For School?

Chelsea Academy is a Church of England secondary school which opened in 2009. It was judged outstanding by both Ofsted and most recently SIAS in 2017. Chelsea Academy combines traditional values and high standards with an innovative approach to learning and teaching and a strong commitment to student leadership. The academy’s Progress 8 score for 2016 was significantly above the national average figure. Visitors to the school have consistently commented on the high standards of behaviour, enthusiasm for learning and confidence of students, as well as the Academy’s £43m building.

It is one of the defining moments of everyone’s lives – the day you start ‘proper’ school. The uniform is perfect, the shiny new shoes are ready and everything has its own name label. As a child, it is the anticipation of what lies ahead - the feeling of growing up and time to practise that independence. As a parent, you feel proud, excited and perhaps a little anxious.

Chelsea Academy have places for 180 students in Year 7, both community and foundation (faith-based). They also have 18 places awarded on the basis of music aptitude, available to children from any school or borough. The Academy’s open evening for Year 7 entry in 2018 is on Thursday 5 October from 6-8.30pm. The Sixth Form open evening is on Thursday 23 November from 6-8pm. You can get more information about Chelsea Academy and complete their supplementary application forms for Foundation (faith) and Music places on their website at www.chelsea-academy. org. You can also email admissions@chelsea-academy.org.

Sutton High School are in the fortunate position for their girls to ‘Discover School’ from six weeks before they turn 3 years old in the school’s nursery classes. Girls ‘dip their toe’ into school life through Sutton’s nurturing learning environment. The girls have qualified teachers in their nursery classes along with teaching assistants, specialist teachers for Music and PE lessons and swimming lessons in the school pool. In addition, during the autumn term Sutton will be running music and storytelling events for girls and boys aged 2–4 designed to build confidence before starting school. The aim is to help make sure parents and children are hopping and skipping down the path when it’s time for the first day. Find out more at www.suttonhigh.gdst.net/discover-juniorschool

“Pastorally, it is outstanding…” The Good Schools Guide

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Spencer Hse, Peek Cres, SW19 5ER

Crescent Road, SW20 8HA

Edge Hill, SW19 4NS

Mansel Road, SW19 4AB

Address

Lots Road, SW10 0AB

Ursuline High School

Wimbledon College

Wimbledon High School for Girls

Name

Chelsea Academy

020 7376 3019

Tel

020 8971 0900

020 8879 9323

020 8255 2688

020 8947 6969

020 8648 6627

020 8542 1212

020 8946 2208

020 8946 4112

020 8255 5309

tbc

020 8687 1157

020 8623 1000

020 8546 0773

020 8546 4638

020 8391 4324

020 8330 5947

020 8465 6200

020 8395 4225

020 8339 4500

020 8942 1242

020 8949 1537

www.chelsea-academy.org

Website

Other

www.wimbledonhigh.gdst.net

www.wimbledoncollege.org.uk

www.ursulinehigh.merton.sch.uk

www.thestudyprep.co.uk

www.stmarksacademy.com

www.rutlish.merton.sch.uk

www.ricardslodge.merton.sch.uk

www.raynespark.merton.sch.uk

www.kcs.org.uk

info@harrisfederation.org.uk

www.harrismorden.org.uk

www.harrismerton.org.uk

Website

Merton

www.tolworthgirlsschool.co.uk

www.tiffingirls.kingston.sch.uk

www.tiffinschool.co.uk

www.southborough.kingston.sch.uk

www.richardchalloner.com

www.thekingstonacademy.org

www.holycross.kingston.sch.uk

www.hollyfield.kingston.sch.uk

www.coombegirlsschool.org

www.coombeboysschool.org

www.chessingtoncommunitycollege.co.uk

Website

Open Eve 5 Oct 6-8.30pm. Principal talks 6.15pm, 7pm, 7.45pm.

Date/ Time of Open Day

See school for details

Open Eve 28 Sept 5.30-8.30pm. Open Morn 2 & 3 Oct 9-10am.

See school for details

Open Eve 19 Sept 6-8.30pm. To book morn tours from 21 Sept contact school.

Open Eve 19 Sept 5.30-8pm. Open Morn 26 & 27 Sept.

Open Eve 21 Sept 4.30-7.30pm. Open Morn 2-6 Oct 9.30am.

Open Morn 9 Sept 9am-12.30pm. Open Eve 10 Oct 6pm.

See school for details

Open Eve 20 Sept 5-8pm.

Date/ Time of Open Day

See school for details.

Open event happened in July.

Open Eve 4 Oct 6.30pm. Open days 6, 9, 10, 11 Oct.

Open Eve 5 Oct 6-8.30pm. Principal talks 6.15pm, 7pm, 7.45pm.

Open Eve 12 Oct 5-8pm.

Open Eve 2 Oct 5.30-8pm. To book school day tours call school.

Open Eve 5 Oct. Book via website for Tues/Fri Open Morn 3-20 Oct (not 6 Oct) 9.15am, 11.05am.

Open Eve 4 Oct 6-9pm. Head talks 6.15pm, 7.15pm & 8.15pm. Open Morn 5 Oct 9.3011am.

Open Eve 11 Oct 6-9pm.

Open Eve 28 Sept 6.15pm. Open Morn/Tours 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19 Oct 9.30-10.30am.

Date/ Time of Open Day

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Wilberforce Hse, Camp Rd, SW19 4UN

Study Prep, The (Yr 4 - Yr 6)

Watery Lane, SW20 9AD

Rutlish School

Study Prep, The (Reception-Yr 3)

Lake Road, SW19 7HB

Ricards Lodge High School

Acacia Road, Mitcham, CR4 1SF

Bushey Road, SW20 0JL

Raynes Park High School

St Mark’s C of E Academy

Southside, SW19 4TT.

Fullers Way North, Surbiton, KT6 7LQ

Tolworth Girls’ School

Kings College School Wimbledon

Richmond Road, Kingston, KT2 5PL

Tiffin Girls’ School

c/o Harris Federation, Wellesley Rd, CR0 1LH

Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston, KT2 6RL

Tiffin Boys’ School

Harris Free School Wimbledon

Hook Road, Surbiton, KT6 5AS

Southborough High School

Lilleshall Road, Morden, SM4 6DU

Manor Drive North, New Malden, KT3 5PE

Richard Challoner School

Harris Academy Morden

Tel

Richmond Road, Kingston, KT2 5PE

Kingston Academy, The

Address

Sandal Road, New Malden, KT3 5AR

Holy Cross School, The

Wide Way, Mitcham, CR4 1BP

Surbiton Hill Road, Surbiton, KT6 4TU

Hollyfield School, The

Name

Clarence Avenue, New Malden, KT3 3TU

Coombe Girls’ School

Harris Academy Merton

020 8397 3854

College Gdns, New Malden, KT3 6NU

Coombe Boys’ School

020 8974 1156

Garrison Lane, Chessington, KT9 2JS

Chessington Community College

Tel

Address

Name

Kingston

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Queens Road, Twickenham, TW11 0LR

Percy Road, Twickenham, TW2 6JW

Fifth Cross Road, Twickenham, TW2 5LH

Twickenham School

Waldegrave School for Girls

West Street, Carshalton, SM5 2QX

Chatsworth Road, Cheam, SM3 8PW

Sutton Common Road, Sutton, SM3 9PS

Grennell Road, Sutton, SM1 3DY

Peaks Hill, Purley, CR8 3YP

Ewell Road, Cheam, SM3 8AB

Stanley Road, Sutton, SM2 6TQ

Pound Street, Carshalton, SM5 3PS

Damson Way, Carshalton, SM5 4NS

Manor Lane, Sutton, SM1 4AS

Cheam Road, Sutton, SM1

Croydon Road, Wallington, SM6 7PH

Woodcote Road, Wallington, SM6 0PH

Carshalton High School for Girls

Cheam High School

Glenthorne High School

Greenshaw High School

John Fisher School, The

Nonsuch High School for Girls

Overton Grange School

St Philomena’s Catholic High Sch

Stanley Park High School

Sutton Grammar School for Boys

Sutton High School

Wallington County Grammar Sch

Wallington High School for Girls

020 8647 2380

020 8647 2235

020 8642 0594

020 8642 3821

020 8647 5842

020 8642 2025

020 8239 2383

020 8394 3400

020 8660 4555

020 8715 1001

020 8644 6307

020 8644 5790

020 8647 8294

020 8714 3100

Pullman Gardens, SW15 3DG

West Hill, SW15 2UT

Wakehurst Road, SW11 6BF

Burntwood Lane, SW17 0AQ

Chestnut Grove, SW12 8JZ

Beechcroft Road, SW17 7DF

Welham Road, SW17 9BU

Battersea Park Road, SW11 5AP

Battersea Park Road, SW8 4BX

Sutherland Grove, SW18 5JR

Merton Road, SW18 5JU

Parkham Street, SW11 3DQ

Ark Putney Academy

Ashcroft Technology Academy

Bolingbroke Academy

Burntwood School

Chestnut Grove Academy

Ernest Bevin College

Graveney School

Harris Academy Battersea

Newton Prep School

Saint Cecilia’s C of E, Wandsworth

Southfields Academy

St John Bosco College

020 7924 8310

020 8875 2600

020 8780 1244

020 7720 4091

020 7622 0026

020 8682 7000

020 8672 8582

020 8673 8737

020 8946 6201

020 7924 8200

020 8877 0357

020 8788 3421

www.sjbc.wandsworth.sch.uk

southfields.wandsworth.sch.uk

saintcecilias.wandsworth.sch.uk

www.newtonprepschool.co.uk

www.harrisbattersea.org.uk

www.graveney.org

www.ernestbevin.org.uk

chestnutgrove.wandsworth.sch.uk

www.burntwoodschool.com

www.arkbolingbrokeacademy.org

www.ashcroftacademy.org.uk

www.arkputneyacademy.org

Open event happened in June.

Open event happened in July.

Open Morn 23 Sept, 17 Oct & 8 Nov. Booking essential.

See school for details

Open Eve 21 Sept 5.30-8.30pm.

Open Morn 25-29 Sept, arrive 8.45 for 9am start, tour finishes 10.45am. Booking essential.

See school for details

Open event happened in July.

Open Eve 14 Sept 4.30-8pm.

Open Eve 28 Sept.

Open Eve 20 Sept 6-9pm. Open Morn 28 Sept 9-11am by appt only.

Open Eve 12 Oct 5.30-8.30pm.

Open Eve 19 Sept 5.30-8.30pm.

See school for details

Open Morn 18, 23 Sept & 16 Oct 9-11am. Open Eve 21 Sept 4.30-7.30pm.

Open Morn 20, 22, 25 Sept 8.45- 10.15am, 9 Oct 8.45-10.15am. Open Eve 5 Oct 5.30-7.30pm.

Open Morn 18 Sept & 16 Oct 9am-12noon. Open Eve 21 Sept 6.30-8.30pm.

Open Morn 7 Oct 9.30am-12.30pm. Register online.

See school for details

Open Morn 29 Sept & 5 Oct 9-11am. Open Eve 3 Oct 5.30-8pm.

Open Morn 19 Sept & 10 Oct 9-10.45am. Open Eve 28 Sept 5-8pm.

Open Eve 27 Sept 6pm. Open Morn 10 Oct 8.45am.

Open Eve 12 Oct 5.15-7.15pm. Open Morn 14 Oct 9.30am-12.30pm.

Open Eve 12 Sept 6-8pm. Open Morn 14 & 15 Sept 9-11am by appt only.

Open Morn 25-28 Sept 9-10.30am. Open Eve 26 Sept 5-8.30pm.

Contact the school to confirm details

www.wallingtongirls.sutton.sch.uk

www.wcgs.org.uk

www.suttonhigh.gdst.net

www.suttongrammar.sutton.sch.uk

www.stanleyparkhigh.co.uk

www.stphils.org.uk

www.overtongrange.sutton.sch.uk

www.nonsuchschool.org

www.johnfisherschool.org

www.greenshaw.co.uk

www.glenthorne.sutton.sch.uk

www.cheam.sutton.sch.uk

www.chsg.org.uk

www.carshaltonboys.org

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Winchcombe Road, Carshalton, SM5 1RW

Carshalton Boys Sports College

Open Morn 4, 6, 9, 10 Oct 9-10.30am. Booking essential.

Open Eve 10 Oct 6-8.30pm. Open Morn 12, 13, 16 & 17 Oct 9-10.15am.

Open Eve 5 Oct 6pm. Open Day 9-12 Oct 8.45am, 9.30am, 11am.

Open Eve 27 Sept 6-8.30pm. Open Morn 3 & 5 Oct 9-9.45am.

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Open Eve 17 Oct 6.30-8.30pm.

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Open Eve 26 Sept 6-8.30pm. Open Morn 28 & 29 Sept 9-10.30am.

Open Morn 20 Sept 9am, 7 Oct 9.30am-12noon.

Open Eve 12 Oct 6.30-8.30pm. Open Morn 16, 17 Oct, tours until 10.30am.

Open Eve 3 Oct 6.30-8.30pm.

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www.waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk

www.twickenhamschool.org.uk

www.turinghouseschool.org.uk

www.teddingtonschool.org

www.strathmore.richmond.sch.uk

www.strichardreynolds.org.uk

www.richmondparkacademy.org

www.orleanspark.richmond.sch.uk

www.themallschool.org.uk

www.hamptonacademy.org.uk

www.greycourt.richmond.sch.uk

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Date/ Time of Open Day

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www.clarendon.richmond.sch.uk

www.christs.richmond.sch.uk

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020 8894 3244

020 8894 4503

020 8069 6100

020 8943 0033

Turing House School

020 8876 8891

020 8891 0187

020 8948 0047

Park Avenue, SW14 8RG

Richmond Park Academy

Broom Road, Teddington, TW11 9PJ

Richmond Road, Twickenham TW1 3BB

Orleans Park School

020 8614 1082

020 8979 3399

Meadlands Drive, Richmond, TW10 7ED

Hampton Road, Twickenham, TW2 5NQ

Mall School, The

Teddington School

Hanworth Road, Hampton, TW12 3HB

Hampton High

020 8948 1173

Strathmore School

Ham Street, Ham, TW10 7HN

Grey Court School

020 8979 1165

020 8940 6982

020 8325 4630

Hanworth Road, Hampton, TW12 3DH

Clarendon School

St Richard Reynolds Catholic High Clifden Road, Twickenham, TW1 4LT

Queen’s Road, Richmond, TW10 6HW

Christ’s School

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September to join the cast of Annie JR which will be performed live at Hampton Hill Theatre this Christmas. Free workshop auditions will take place in Kingston and Hampton Hill. For more information and to book email contact@dramacube.co.uk

Bat Walks, Osterley Park and House, Isleworth, TW7 4RD 7.30-8.30pm. Learn how bat detectors are used to find these nocturnal creatures as the rangers share their expert local knowledge, and discover more about Osterley’s night-life. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.nationaltrust.org. uk/osterley-park-and-house

Putney River Life Funday, Putney Wharf and Church Square, SW15 2JX 10am-5pm. A Funday of activities including Radio Jackie roadshow, live music, gift stalls, delicious street food, and kids zone to entertain the younger members of the family, as well as providing a great vantage point for the Great River Race. Free. For more information visit www.totallythames.org

Back to the River, Queen’s Walk, Bankside, SE1 9DT 11am-2pm. Join ceramic artist Raewyn Harrison and archaeologist Mike Webber to help make a large clay art installation and find out about the history of Bankside. For more information visit www. totallythames.org

Firing on the Foreshore, Queen’s Walk, Bankside, SE1 9DT 11am-5pm. Watch pottery being produced as it was thousands of years ago, in open fires beside the Thames, enjoy archaeological strolls along the foreshore, and learn about the fish now found in the river. For more information and event timings visit www. totallythames.org

Great River Race, Various Locations 11.30am-7pm. This spectacular 21.6 mile race for traditional boats up the River Thames from Millwall to Ham attracts crews from all over the globe. A great fun day out for competitors and spectators alike. Starting point: Millwall Slipway. Free. For more information visit www.totallythames.org

Sat 9 – Sun 10 Sep

The Great Richmond Road Factory Exhibition, YMCA Hawker, Kingston, KT2 5BH Sat 4-8pm and Sun 10am-4pm. The exhibition will be celebrating 75 years of building cars, lorries and aircraft with historic photographs, slideshows and models. On Sun there will be 1920s Trojan cars, a 1930s Leyland Bus and Hawker Hunter aircraft cockpits. For more info www.hawkerassociation.org.uk

Sun 10 Sep

Walk for Wildlife, Richmond Park, TW10 5HR Join in a 20 mile sponsored Walk 4 Wildlife around London’s famous Richmond Park and across Wimbledon Common. There’ll be a picnic lunch halfway, so take along your friends and family to enjoy the fresh air and accompany you on your challenge. To sign up visit www.environmenttrust.co.uk

Storytime Sunday, The Bright Emporium, SW11 1SY 10.30am-12noon. They say that cleanliness is next to godliness well not for Pirate Pete! His very smelly feet join us for a rather pongy Storytime Sunday, led by the wonderful author Lucy Rowland and the brilliant illustrator Mark Chambers. For more information and to book visit www. thebrightemporium.com

Pirate Family Rave, The Bedford, Balham, SW12 9HD 2-4.30pm. World famous, award winning, Glastonbury Festival performing, family rave sensation Big Fish Little Fish will be throwing the ultimate family event in wonderful Balham. For more information and to book visit www.bigfishlittlefishevents.co.uk

Fun Day, YMCA Hawker, Kingston, KT2 5BH 10am-2pm. Enjoy sports activities, dancing, treasure trails, face painting and BBQ for all the family. For more information visit www. ymcalsw.org/ymca-hawker

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Bat Walk, London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT

See these amazing flying mammals and their astonishing aerial acrobatics and learn more about them with a talk by one of the bat experts in the theatre before heading out to the reserve. Ages 8+. Book on 020 8409 4400. For more information visit www.wwt. org.uk/wetland-centres/london

Fri 15 Sep

September Storytelling, Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses, Herne Hill, SE24 0PA 11am-12noon. Tis the season for harvesting. Go down to the garden and see what might be ready to eat and enjoy some tasty tales whilst you’re there. Under 5s. Free. For more information and to book email education@ brockwellgreenhouses.org.uk

Fri 15 – Sun 17 Sep

Thamesmead Arts Festival, Various Locations Sat will centre around the Thamesmead Country Show with a mix of old school entertainment and surprising art experiences, and Sun will see a variety of art, performances and storytelling around different venues and outdoor locations across Thamesmead. For more information visit www. thamesmeadnow.org.uk

River Weekender 2017, Watermans, Brentford, TW8 0DS Featuring ever-popular riverside outdoor cinema screenings, creative workshops for families, hair sculpture, a new exhibition in partnership with Totally Thames and much more. For more information visit www. totallythames.org

The Handmade Fair, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU Kirstie Allsopp will be returning to bring you the very best in creative inspiration, and lots of opportunities to make – and buy – things you didn’t know you could! For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/ hampton-court-palace

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Sat 16 Sep

Abundance Wimbledon Fruit Day, St Mark’s Church, Wimbledon, SW19 7ND 11am-2pm. Delicious produce, live music and fruity games for children and adults to enjoy. Free. For more information visit www. lovewimbledon.org

Quacky Races, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD 11am-3pm. Borrow a plastic duck and race it down the river to see if yours will be the fastest in this Morden Hall Park classic. Sign up on the day. Charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hallpark

Paper Cities, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ 12noon-2pm.You’ll be building your own mini paper cities to celebrate Open House. Will your skyscraper be as tall as The Shard? Take a tour of the building and then make your own. Ages 7+. Free. For more information visit www.unicorntheatre.com

Family Activities, Tower Bridge Exhibition, SE1 2UP 10.30am-4pm. Join in some fun, hands-on family activities at Tower Bridge. Admission charges apply. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.towerbridge. org.uk

Thames Sailing Barge Parade, Various Locations From 12noon. The Thames Sailing Barges will lock out of West India Dock and head up river towards Tower Bridge. There they will create an amazing sight at midday as Tower Bridge will lift, almost fully, and the barges parade into the Pool of London. For more information visit www. totallythames.org

Build your own Museum, National Army Museum, Chelsea, SW3 4HT 10.30am-4.30pm. Have a go at building your own version of the National Army Museum using wooden planks. Create a sculpture, like our Desert Rat, to display in your museum. For more information visit www.nam.ac.uk

Designing the New National Army Museum, National Army Museum, Chelsea, SW3 4HT 2-2.45pm. Join architects Verity Rowsell and David Artis for a 45-minute discussion on how they designed the new museum. For more information and to book tickets visit www.nam.ac.uk

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Quacky Races is Back at Morden Hall Park

On Saturday 16 September the Morden Hall Park classic returns between 11am and 3pm for lots of quirky fun by the River Wandle. Hire your duck for £2 and make your own supporter’s flag before cheering yourself silly as your duck speeds down the river to the finish line. Go along to Morden Hall Park on race day to win a coveted Quacky Races medal and small prize. No need to book. Just sign up on the day and join in the next race. The last race runs at approximately 3pm. Pop in to the café for a

quick bite to eat or a hot drink to keep you going, or make a day of it and try out the delicious homemade lunches, visit the garden centre and go wild in the natural play area while you’re there. The wetland boardwalk and rose garden are magical at all times of year. The car park can be extremely busy during event days and weekends, so they advise getting there by walking, cycling, train or bus if you can. Find out about other events at Morden Hall Park via the website, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park.

Love Wimbledon Autumn Arts

Love Wimbledon’s Autumn Arts, now in its fifth year running, returns to The Piazza this autumn with two weekends of arts, crafts and literary fun. In partnership with Merton Arts festival and Wimbledon BookFest the festival celebrates the great arts culture that Wimbledon Town Centre has to offer. The opening weekend (23-24 September) hosts the popular Arts Market on the Piazza. Hand-picked local traders will be selling a fantastic variety of arts and crafts, illustrations, prints and pictures. Merton Arts Festival will be joining with local artists running an array of arts and crafts workshops like up-cycling clothing and blind drawing. Local art shop Fielders and Wimbledon Arts Studios will be hosting lots of fun creative activities and don’t miss performances and singalongs from the Attic Theatre Company.

Quacky Races at Morden Hall Park Sat 16 Sept, 11am-3pm One of Morden Hall Park's favourite traditions is back. Will you win? Borrow a plastic duck and race it down the river to find out. £2 to hire a duck. Call 020 8545 6850 for details nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park #nationaltrust

When you visit, donate, volunteer or join the National Trust, your support helps us to look after special places in London and the South East such as Ham House, 575 Wandsworth Road and Carlyle's House for ever, for everyone.

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Be inspired to create craft inspired by some of your favourite books on Storytime Sunday and make a drama of all the books you’ve come to love in Cat and Hutch sessions. The Bright Emporium have workshops for everyone. Discover more about children’s books and illustration in the creative hub of The Bright Emporium and immerse yourself in a world of discovery. Find full listings on www.thebrightemporium.com. All events and workshops can be booked on Hoop.

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Enjoy an autumn filled with handy crafts with a series of familyfriendly workshops at the Emporium, St John’s Hill. The jam-packed weekend workshop timetable includes messy mornings every Saturday where kids can get down and dirty with a huge variety of creative materials. Each 30 minute session will be filled with mess making – glitter, paint, glue, pom poms and anything else you can raid from the art cupboard are at your disposal – all you need to bring is your imagination, and an apron. Lego Story Create will inspire you to get creative writing and Mega Maker sessions will prove that even the mundane can be used to make something spectacular. The Put on a Play workshop will be perfect for budding writers and actors looking to make something of their own.

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Explore the world of literary adventure during the second weekend (30 September – 1 October) as Love Wimbledon and BookFest celebrate 30 years of the much loved Where’s Wally books. Watch out as Wally and his friends land on The Piazza. Have your photo taken with Wally. Enjoy short stories and take part in an array of Where’s Wally themed activities and creative workshops.You can also enjoy Polka Theatre performances of the Snow Queen. This event is a free event. A full schedule of both weekends can be found at www.lovewimbledon.org.

developed a schedule of inspirational free sessions for children from Key Stage 1 upwards. Taking place across all eight Royal Parks, the sessions are led by a team of experienced Environmental Educators and have been devised with The Royal Parks’ education partners. With a focus on what an invertebrate is and their form and function, the interactive sessions are tailored to each age group and will take place in the autumn term. In the autumn term there will be a competition to accompany the Mission: Invertebrate sessions. The competition invites schools to design their dream invertebrate habitat in their school grounds and the winning school will have aspects of their design created. If you would like to make a booking or to sign up to the competition, visit www.royalparks.org.uk/get-involved/missioninvertebrate.

Education News MagiKats Maths and English Programmes

School is daunting enough with new friends and new school work, and children who aren’t confident can sometimes end up on the back foot. MagiKats offers an affordable way to help your child. In small, supported groups, MagiKats will help with areas where your child struggles and help to reenforce what they already know.You’ll see their confidence grow, their work improve and they’ll even have fun and enjoy going to classes. MagiKats in Kingston can help students of any age and any ability from pre-school to GCSE and can create a programme for each individual child. They work alongside the curriculum, giving your child the support and attention they often just don’t get in a classroom. Call Principal, Alka Yadav on 020 3663 8407 or visit www. magikats.co.uk/kingston, for more information. Give your child a boost to their education.

Four Good Reasons to Consider Tutoring

Are you thinking about tutoring? Engaging a good tutor can help a child reach their potential, but there should always be a justifiable reason to tutor. Here are four possible reasons why your child might genuinely need a tutor. 1. Entrance exams - the entrance exams at 7+, 11+ or 13+ are a daunting prospect and targeted, experienced tutoring can help. Children need to know exactly what to expect on the day if they are to achieve their best. Working with a tutor also helps motivation and confidence.

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Your child can experience how the Kumon Maths and English Programmes help children of any age and ability to become confident, independent learners with a positive attitude to study. They’ll also be assessed so your Kumon Instructor can tailor the level of study precisely to their ability. This creates a positive learning experience, with work set at just the right level. Enrol your child on the two-week free trial to get a glimpse of how Kumon could help develop their abilities for the future. For more information, and to find your local participating centre, call 0800 988 6578 or visit the Kumon website – www.kumon.co.uk.

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2. Achievement at school is below their apparent ability - some individual teaching can help your child to reach their potential in these circumstances, and an academic assessment would establish their true ability.You should also examine any issues at school to identify possible reasons. 3. Lacking confidence in their ability - tutoring can provide valuable positive and constructive feedback and boost organisational skills. A good tutor will also help a student’s preparation for new topic areas in the school curriculum, which will boost their confidence. 4. Medical issues or SEND - medical issues can include recovering from an operation or illness and dealing with missed schoolwork or impaired mobility. A new SEND diagnosis might require professional teaching intervention to support and develop new strategies which can transform students’ work and confidence levels. JK Educate offers bespoke support for children’s learning with academic assessments, specialist tutoring, entrance exam preparation and study skills. Contact one of JK Educate’s experienced consultants on 020 3488 0754 or via www.jkeducate. co.uk.

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More What’s On Your family diary until October Half Term

September Kids’ Mile and 500m Race, Richmond Old Deer Park, TW9 2SF 1.30-4pm. Little runners will be supported by Team GB Olympians on the day and with the help of NIKE, every child will be chip timed and receive the best NIKE race t-shirt and cool medal. For more information and to sign up visit www.richmondrunningfestival.com

Ginger Fete, Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses, Herne Hill, SE24 0PA 2-5pm. The Ginger Fete will be a celebration of all things ginger. It will feature gingery edibles, a giant ginger tea party, gingery stories like the story of the ginger bread man, Gingery face painting, traditional games, dancing and crafts. For more information and to book visit www.brockwellgreenhouses.org.uk

Open House London, Hyde Park, W2 2UH 11am-3pm. Explore the ecofriendly Education Centre and beautiful, private nature gardens with hourly tours between 12noon and 2pm, there will be free children’s activities running all day including art and crafts and pond dipping sessions. For more information and to book visit www.royalparks.org.uk

Open House, The National Archives, Richmond, TW9 4DU 10am-4pm. To mark 40 years on the site at Kew, The National Archives invites you on a journey behind-the-scenes at the world’s largest archive. Free. For more information and to book visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk

Barnes Food Fair, Barnes Green, SW13 0DQ 10am-5pm.You will find an eclectic selection of speciality and organic food, handmade cakes and chocolates and outside you can picnic on street food from India, Italy, Colombia, the Middle East and more. Under 16s free. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.barnes-ca.org

Sat 16 – Sat 30 Sep

Vegetables of Ham, Ham House and Garden, Richmond, TW10 7RS Everything from Uchi Kuri squashes to Glen Magna raspberries will be harvested in the kitchen garden. Try out some seasonal dishes in the Orangery or pick your own and take home a Ham vegetable bag. Admission charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-houseand-garden

Sun 17 Sep

Life’s a Parade, The National Gallery, WC2N 5DN 11am-12.30pm and 2-3.30pm. Take part in a procession through Florence and draw the amazing people, costumes, animals and instruments you see along the way. Ages 5-11. Places are limited and allocated on arrival. Free, donations welcome. For more information visit www.nationalgallery.org.uk

Richmond Family Mile, Richmond Old Deer Park, TW9 2SF 2pm. The event is a funrun for all ages 5+. This is not a race and the intention is to allow the whole family to get involved. There is no time limit for entrants. Every runner with a bib receives a RUNFEST triangle medal and NIKE Tee shirt at the end. To sign up visit www.richmondrunningfestival.com

Scruffs Dog Show, Streatham Common, SW16 3EN Go along to this annual fun show for Streatham’s dogs. For times and more information visit www. streathamcommon.org

Harvest Festival, Brixton Windmill, SW2 5EU 1-5pm. As part of Open House weekend, the friends of Windmill Gardens are hosting a special Harvest Festival. Enjoy live music, plenty of fun and games for children, adult workshops and animals from the Brixton City Farm. For more information visit www.brixtonwindmill.org

Sat 16 – Sun 17 Sep

London Open House, National Army Museum, Chelsea, SW3 4HT Discover how the new National Army Museum was designed and built at this weekend of talks and tours as part of the Open House London festival of architecture. For more information and to view what’s on and when visit. For more information visit www.nam.ac.uk

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Open House, Grove Gardens Chapel, Richmond, TW10 6HP

2-5pm. Join in for a chance to view this charming grade II listed chapel. The charming gothic chapel offers some attractive plate tracery and mosaic detailing. For more information visit www. environmenttrust.co.uk

Open House, Kilmorey Mausoleum, Twickenham, TW1 1NJ 2-5pm.Visitors will be able to explore the wildlife garden, view the newly restored railings and perimeter wall and see inside the unusual Egyptian revivalist style mausoleum. For more information visit www.environmenttrust.co.uk

Open House, Sir Richard Burton’s Mausoleum, Mortlake, SW14 8PR 2-5pm. Join in for the chance to view the mausoleum and learn about the intriguing life of 19th Century Explorer Sir Richard Burton. For more information visit www.environmenttrust.co.uk

Thurs 21 Sep

Bat Walk, London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT (Also 28 Sep) See these amazing flying mammals and their astonishing aerial acrobatics and learn more about them with a talk by one of the bat experts in the theatre before heading out to the reserve. Ages 8+. Book on 020 8409 4400. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/london

Fri 22 – Sat 23 Sep

Secret Art Sale, Richmond Adult Community College, TW9 2RE 11am-6pm. The Secret Art Sale is a two-day art exhibition and sale with an unexpected twist! You can buy any of the original pieces for just £35, but the twist is that you will not know who produced the art until you buy it. Free entry. For more information visit www. environmenttrust.co.uk

Sat 23 Sep

Foreshore Festival, Westminster Boat House, Putney Embankment, SW15 10am. A fun family day at Putney Embankment to celebrate recreation on the river, environmental activities on the foreshore, and awareness of

the risks around this unique and outstanding natural asset threading through our capital. Free. For more information visit www.totallythames. org

Mini Maestro Family Concert, St Martin in the Fields, WC2N 4JJ 4.30pm. Go on an exciting journey with London Musical Arts Ensemble through spring and summer from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, with barking dogs, chattering birds, raging storms and all the glories of nature. For more information and to book visit www.stmartin-in-the-fields.org

Sat 23 – Sun 24 Sep

Autumn Arts on the Piazza, The Piazza, Wimbledon, SW19 1QB 11am-6pm. Enjoy an action packed programme of art projects and fun craft activities for the whole family including an Arts & Crafts Market. For more information visit www. lovewimbledon.org

Design Circus, The Department Store, Brixton, SW9 8FR 11am-5pm. Bringing all the fun of the fair, this interactive market showcases the finest designers, free-thinkers and makers from their vast creative armoury. Expect roaming performance, installation and workshops. Ticketed event. For more information visit www. londondesignfestival.com

Sat 23 – Sat 30 Sep

Surbiton Festival, Various Locations There will be lots of stalls, entertainments, a procession, live music, freshly cooked food, friends, festivities and fun. For more information visit www. surbitonfestival.co.uk

Sat 23 Sep – Sat 4 Nov

Saturday Pottery for Families, Richmond Adult Community College, TW9 2RE 10am-12.30pm. This is a fun and practical course designed for you and your child to experience pottery together. No pottery experience necessary. Ages 7+. For more information and to book visit www. racc.ac.uk

Sun 24 Sep

RNLI Teddington Station Open Day, TW11 8BA 2-4pm. Go along and meet the crew as they invite you to celebrate their lifesaving work during their station open day. For more information visit www.rnli.org

Migration Walk with a Warden, London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT 9.30-11am. This practical session will help you identify different birds and to understand more about

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A Dog with Nice Ears is a new Charlie and Lola book from Waterstones’ Children’s Laureate Lauren Child, celebrating the universal longing for pets with Lauren’s trademark humour and originality. Charlie and Lola books are hugely loved by children, parents and grandparents the world over. This new Charlie and Lola picture book features dogs of all shapes and sizes, but while Charlie and Lola mull over, dream and imagine various options, it becomes clear that the qualities of Lola’s ideal pooch seem oddly like those of a…rabbit! A Dog with Nice Ears featuring Charlie and Lola is published on 28 September.

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Competitions Conductor John Landor and the London Musical Arts Orchestra have been thrilling young audiences with their Saturday afternoon Mini Maestro Family Concerts at the famous church of St Martinin-the-Fields over the last 11 years. These creative, educational and fun events are full of lots of opportunities to get close-up to the orchestra, meet the friendly musicians, sing, clap and even conduct! The first three concerts of their 2017-18 series begin on 23 September with ‘Spring’ and ‘Summer’ from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, on 21 October there’s Mozart’s famous ‘Eine Kleine Nachtmusik’ and on 18 November you can enjoy the brilliance of some of Bach’s Brandenburg Concertos. All the concerts run from 4.30-5.30pm and take place at St Martin-in-the-Fields in Trafalgar Square. For more information visit www.lmaorchestra.com/mini-maestro

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A Robot is for Life, Not Just for Christmas The future of technology is looking robotic, and it’s good to be ahead of the game. UBTECH Robotic’s Jimu Robot is one step closer to beating that game and successfully sculpting a brighter future. This spectacular robot helps parents out at home and teaches children useful life skills like coding. The kit contains 201 snap-together, interlocking parts to create a unique, life-like character. Through building the robot at home, children’s school work is greatly helped in a fun and motivating way which also improves children’s STEM skills.Your child will be inspired both scientiﬁcally and creatively whilst having a fun project to work on. The kits are an easy and engaging way for children and parents to learn together and once the robot is built, it can be connected to Apple’s Swift Playgrounds, a free educational coding app for iPads that offers exciting new ways to code your robot. The UBTECH Robotic Jimu Robot MeeBot Kit is available exclusively on the Apple website for £109.95. For more information visit www.jimurobots.com.

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What’s On

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September them. An expert warden will guide you around the wildlife reserve. Booking essential on 020 8409 4400. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/ london

30th Anniversary, Wilderness Island, Carshalton, SM5 2NH 10.45am-1pm. Join in for a free event celebrating the 30th anniversary of this beautiful nature reserve being cared for and protected by London Wildlife Trust volunteers and staff. Free. For more information visit www. wildlondon.org.uk

Wed 27 Sep

Flip Around with Celebs, Flip Out Wandsworth, Bendon Valley, SW18 4LZ Celebrate National Fitness Day at Flip Out Wandsworth. Sessions from 10am-6pm. A day full of jumping and special entertainment. Ages 2-12 yrs. Tickets online www.flipout.co.uk/wandsworth. Proceeds to children’s charity Buttle UK.

Fri 29 Sep – Sun 1 Oct

Barnes Film Festival, Various Locations The festival will be showcasing young filmmaking talent from schools, colleges and universities across the UK, together with award-winning films, filmmaking workshops, talks and much more. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www.barnesfilmfestival.com

Sat 30 Sep

Mixed Veg, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ 12noon-2pm. It’s National Vegetarian Day! Have fun creating all sorts of pictures and patterns using your favourite veg. Free. For more information visit www. unicorntheatre.com

Time Travel Club Day, The National Archives, Kew, TW9 4DU 10am-4pm. Travel back through 1,000 years, exploring different periods in history and learning about real stories from the past with a taster day of activities for all the family. For more information and to book visit www. nationalarchives.gov.uk

NFL, Regent Street Back by popular demand NFL returns for another blockbuster traffic-free event. Featuring appearances from star players and

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interactive stations, if you are an American Football fan this is not to be missed. For more information visit www.regentstreetonline.com

Music Maze for Children, Royal Festival Hall, SE1 8XX 10.30am. Take along an instrument (if you have one), and join this three-hour workshop session to make your own piece of contemporary music, then perform what you’ve created on the cafe stage as part of Nordic Music Days. Ages 8-11. For more information and to book visit www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Saturday Storytime, Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, KT8 9AU 11.30am, 1pm and 2.30pm. Enjoy a well-known story in the comfort of the palace and join in with themed toys. Under 7s. For more information and to book visit www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-courtpalace

Sat 30 Sep – Sun 1 Oct

Apple Day Weekend, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD 11am-4pm. Celebrate the humble apple and join in to taste local Merton varieties. There’ll also be apple pressing plus themed crafts and activities for the kids. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hallpark

Autumn Arts on the Piazza, The Piazza, Wimbledon, SW19 1QB 11am-5pm. Enjoy a packed programme of art projects and fun craft activities for the whole family, including Merton Arts Festival artist workshops and Wimbledon Library’s Bookfest Where’s Wally themed activities, plus shop from an array of work by local artists and designers. For more information visit www. lovewimbledon.org

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Fern Gully, Rose House 2, Barnes, SW13 9LD 10.30am. Enjoy a screening of Fern Gully as part of the Barnes Film Festival. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. barnesfilmfestival.com

Big Bike Ride, Various Locations 10am-4pm. Billed as the largest sponsored bike ride in South East London, the Big Bike Ride offers cyclists, of all abilities, the chance to cycle the length of the River Thames from Erith through to Greenwich enjoying the stunning views as they go. To sign up visit www.communityhospice.org.uk

Sun 1 – Tues 31 Oct

The Big Draw Festival 2017, Various Locations The Big Draw Festival is for anyone who loves to draw, as well as those who think they can’t. It’s an opportunity to join a global community in celebration of the universal language of drawing. This year’s theme is ‘Living Lines’. For more information and to find an event near you visit www. thebigdraw.org

The People’s Revolt, Tower of London, EC3N 4AB (Selected dates) 6pm, 6.30pm, 7pm, 7.25pm and 7.50pm. Infiltrate the Tower of London after hours with the People’s Revolt, an immersive, interactive experience from ground-breaking theatre company differencEngine in collaboration with Historic Royal Palaces. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/towerof-london

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BFI London Film Festival, Various Locations

The Festival sees hundreds of new UK and international films screened at more than fifteen locations in the UK’s leading, and most prestigious, film event. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www.bfi.org.uk/lff

Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR The public festival takes place in a ‘pop up’ festival site on Wimbledon Common. It hosts almost 100 events in its 10 day period and has grown from 1,000 visitors in its first year to over 15,000. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www. wimbledonbookfest.org

Sat 7 Oct

Blast Off!, Unicorn Theatre, Southwark, SE1 2HZ 12noon-2pm. The Unicorn are preparing for lift-off with their space themed show Laika. Join in for paper rocket building and whizz round the foyer. Free. For more information visit www. unicorntheatre.com

Fun Palace, Brixton Library, SW2 1JQ Fun Palaces are made by local people for their own communities, bringing together arts and sciences, crafts, tech and digital, free and fun, linked by the Fun Palace network – Everyone an Artist, Everyone a Scientist. For times and more information visit www.funpalaces. co.uk

Kids’ Classes, Sticks ‘N’ Sushi, Wimbledon, SW19 7PA 10-11am. Kids are greeted into the Sticks’n’Sushi world and get a taster of making some of their own sushi rolls and nigiri, all followed by taking away some of their hand made treats and a little goody bag. For more information and to book visit www.lovewimbledon.org

Polly Faber & Clara Vulliamy, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 10.15am. Join the author and illustrator of this charming series about a little girl and a tapir. Taking place in the William Morris Tent. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

Fun Palace, Clapham Library, SW4 7DB 12noon-4.30pm. The library will be transformed into a Fun Palace. Everyone from the local and wider community is invited to go along and produce fun, free STEM based activities for all the family. For more information visit www. funpalaces.co.uk

Chris Riddell, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 10.30am. Go along for the chance to see and hear from the former Children’s Laureate Chris Riddell.

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Did you hear about the magical tractor? It turned into a field!

Did you hear about the angry magician? He pulled his hare out!

Draw a picture of the most wacky magician your imagination can think of! Send it to us to have a chance of winning a Primary Times Tee Shirt AND seeing your prize winning entry published in the next Primary Times! Categories: ages 4-7 and 8-11 Name: Age: Address:

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What’s On

More What’s On Your family diary until October Half Term

October Taking place in the Baillie Gifford Big Tent. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

Bookshop Band Workshop, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 12noon. Go along to find out how one of the most prolific bands in the country write their songs, and let them guide you in starting your own song inspired by your favourite book. Ages 8-11. Taking place in the William Morris Tent. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

Fun Palace, Upper Norwood Library, SE19 1TJ A chance for the people of Crystal Palace to come together and rediscover what their library has to offer. For more information visit www.funpalaces.co.uk

Sat 7 – Sun 8 Oct

Fun Palaces, Various Locations Fun Palaces are made by local people for their own communities, bringing together arts and sciences, crafts, tech and digital, free and fun, linked by the Fun Palace network – Everyone an Artist, Everyone a Scientist. To view the full programme of events visit www. funpalaces.co.uk

Fun Palace, Omnibus Theatre, Clapham, SW4 0QW Encounter the incredible Actors Alive scientists as they open the Omnibus Fun Palace with an immersive show, and start the weekend off with a bang! Marrying art with the science of light, the weekend will have something for everyone, young and old, scientist and artist. For more information visit www.funpalaces.co.uk

October Market, The Piazza, Wimbledon, SW19 1QB 11am-6pm. Go along and enjoy a host of unique stalls featuring many local artisans offering a variety of hot and cold street food as well as original art, accessories, clothing, homewares, crafts and gifts. For more information visit www. lovewimbledon.org

develop animations with simple stop frame technology. Ages 7-13. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

Sun 8 Oct

Fun Palace, Orange Tree Theatre, Richmond TW9 2SA 2-5pm. Join in at the Fun Palace, as Orange Tree Theatre take part in this nationwide celebration of Arts and Culture for the fourth year. The Youth Theatre will transform the rehearsal rooms and take you on a theatre journey. For more information visit www. orangetreetheatre.co.uk

Doggy Splash Day, Streatham Common, SW16 3EN Event taking place in the paddling pool. For times and more information visit www. streathamcommon.org

Alice Tait, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 10.30am. Alice Tait, writer and entrepreneur, will teach participants how to create illustrations alongside a telling of her book No, Nancy, No!. Ages 5+. Taking place in the William Morris Tent. For more information and to book visit www. wimbledonbookfest.org

Sat 14 Oct

Treasure Hunt, Various Locations 12noon. Back for a third time, the treasure hunt will be taking in 20 years of Quay Players History. Dress according to the weather, and wear sensible shoes. All ages welcome. £5 per person, up to 4 on a team. For more information visit www.quayplayers.org.uk

Africa on the Square, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN 12noon-6pm.You can expect another fantastic line-up of entertainment including live music, dancing and a talent show. Plus an African market, food stalls, fashion

Animation Station, Donhead Prep School, Wimbledon, London SW19 4NP 1-5pm. Join in at the Animation Station and immerse yourself in 2 days of animation fun with the Children’s Art School. Create and

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show and lots of fun stuff for kids. For more information visit www. london.gov.uk

Spooky Autumn Singalong, Rose Theatre, Kingston, KT1 1HL 10.30am. Úna Guitar Girl returns with more terrifying tunes for your little ghouls and boys. Little ones are encouraged to dress up in their Hallowe’en costumes and join in the spooky fun. Under 6s. For more information and to book visit www. rosetheatrekingston.org

Tales from Concrete Jungles, Duke Street Church, Richmond, TW9 1DH 7.30pm. Birders and non-birders will enjoy this energising and inspirational talk by David Lindo (a.k.a. The Urban Birder) about his adventures in urban settings and the fascinating – and sometimes surprising - wildlife he discovered there. For more information and to book visit www. environmenttrust.co.uk

Building a Story, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 10.15am. From the awardwinning Discover Children’s Story Centre comes an imaginative storytelling event based around Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Benji Davies’ Also an Octopus. Ages 4+. Taking place in the William Morris Tent. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest. org

Jigsaw Players, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 10.30am. Jigsaw Juniors present a concert for the whole family featuring the celebrated Jigsaw Players. Entitled “Animals and their song”. Taking place in the Baillie Gifford Big Tent. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

Coralie Bickford-Smith, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 11.45am. The author and illustrator of the runaway success The Fox and the Star brings her timeless new fable The Worm and the Bird to Wimbledon BookFest. Ages 9+. Taking place in the William Morris Tent. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest. org

Magic, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 3.45pm. Host of The Xtra Factor and Magic Circle member Matt Edmondson has joined forces with bestselling illustrator Garry Parsons to write The Greatest Magician in the World. See Matt perform jaw-dropping magic tricks before your very eyes. Ages 4+. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

Sun 15 Oct

Diwali Festival, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN 1-7pm. Celebrate the 16th anniversary Diwali Festival, with its lively music and dance stage line up alongside an authentic street food market, craft and community stalls plus dance, yoga, henna art and much more. For more information visit www. london.gov.uk

Moyses dos Santos, Polka Theatre, SW19 1SB 11am. Stories and music from Brazil and South America will be performed live on stage by worldclass musicians, Moyses dos Santos and friends. Take along all the family to enjoy some Sunday morning fun and laughter. Ages 3-7. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.polkatheatre.com

Mrs Mole, I’m Home!, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 10.30am. Join Jarvis, the author of Alan’s Big, Scary Teeth, talking about his new book Mrs Mole, I’m Home!, another hilarious adventure about a daddy mole who has mislaid his spectacles. Taking place in the William Morris Tent. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

Football School, Wimbledon Bookfest, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR 10.45am. Welcome to Wimbledon BookFest’s very own pop-up football school. Get on the touchline with your coaches Alex Bellos and Ben Lyttleton for the kick-off. Taking place in the Baillie Gifford Big Tent. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.wimbledonbookfest.org

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Little Red Riding Hood

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A playful take on the popular fairy tale

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Mystery and adventure from the author of 2 – 5 Nov War Horse

Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story adapted by Mike Kenny

Polka Theatre, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB

A fantastical frosty adventure

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