West Sussex September 2017 Primary Times by Alison Watson

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for families with primary aged children

in West Sussex September Back to School Edition • Issue 114 • 4 September - 8 October 2017

The Best Family Guide to What’s On

Family Theatre

Family Theatre Guide Assembly Hall Worthing Box Office: 01903 206 206 24 Sep

Milkshake! Live

Enjoy this all singing, all dancing, musical masterpiece, which will take audiences on a journey through the world’s favourite fairy tales.

Capitol Horsham Box Office: 01403 750 220 21 – 24 Sep

Awful Auntie

From the acclaimed producers of Gangsta Granny comes the world premiere of David Walliams’ amazing tale of frights, fights and friendship, featuring a very old car, a very large owl and a very small ghost.

8 Oct

Bookstory

This is the story of some books. Some books who live in a library. But this is no ordinary library. This library belongs to Brian. It’s a wonderful, magical place where the books like to flutter their pages and let their shelves go…

Chequer Mead East Grinstead Box Office: 01342 302 000 7 – 9 Sep

Hi-de-Hi!

A packed programme at Maplin’s Holiday Camp, with all your favourite characters from the TV series. Go back to back in the 1950s for some good oldfashioned fun and laughter.

Little Shop of Horrors

Shark in the Park

Timothy Pope is looking through his telescope – but wait, is that a Shark, in the Park? From the creative team behind ‘The Hairy Maclary show’ - see all 3 of Nick Sharratt’s ‘Shark in the Park’ books live on Stage.

12 Oct

Animalphabet the Musical

The Nutcracker

Colin the Cockatoo, an unlikely hero, is tasked with a mission to re-unite the AnimAlphabet Animals following a disagreement with Metro The Gnome.

Featuring the timeless score from composer Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky, Nutcracker is a certified classic. This ballet has captured the imagination of many generations over the years full of mystery and romance.

6 Oct

White Rock Hastings

Tap Factory

The dazzling dance spectacular and cirque experience returns to amaze and delight audiences of all ages, featuring many genres of dance in a contemporary urban setting.

A 1950s sci-fi disaster movie follows the misadventures of 15 Oct geeky Skid-Row florist, Seymour, Chance to Dance whose fortunes change Chance to Dance invites when he discovers an Enjoy local dancing schools and exotic plant with a dance clubs who would the show! craving for fresh like the opportunity blood. And don’t to perform in a forget to say 11 Oct professional theatre you saw it in along with others who Life of Pi Primary share the same ‘passion Tragedy strikes for dance’. Times! when a terrible storm sinks the ship, Regis Centre Bognor leaving the Patels’ teenage son, Pi as the only human survivor. Pi Regis is not alone; a fearsome Bengal Box Office: 01243 861 010 tiger has also found refuge 30 Sep aboard the lifeboat.

Connaught Worthing Box Office: 01903 206 206 30 Sep

Michael Morpurgo’s “King Arthur”

An epic tale of deep magic, heroism, love and betrayal. Adapted from the novel Arthur High King of Britain, from the Author of War Horse and Private Peaceful. Ages 7+.

Martlet’s Hall Burgess Hill Box Office: 01444 242 888 15 – 16 Sep

Fi Steps - Fierce

Over 150 strong cast of versatile, vibrant and talented young people perform an array of energetic song and dance numbers. Music from pop to musicals.

25 – 26 Sep

The Gruffalo

30 Sep

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Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

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The 24hr Musical

An intrepid group of local performers who are taking on the challenge of learning and staging a popular musical in just 24 hours, with no sleep!

Box Office: 01424 462 288 2 Oct

Animalphabet the Musical

AnimAlphabet is a fun, fast paced comical journey with colourful characters, great puppets and unforgettably catchy songs written by the Al and Sam of The Hoosiers – Animalphabet is a magical family musical unlike any other.

Brighton Dome Box Office: 01273 709 709 13 – 14 Oct

Handa’s Surprise

Travel to Kenya and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking seven delicious fruits as a surprise – but seven different animals have seven very different ideas… Ages 2-6.

Tap Factory

Tap Factory is so much more than a tap show - full of high energy dance, explosive percussion and unbelievable acrobatics, all wrapped up in a fun-filled evening.

International Thunderbirds Day The first annual International Thunderbirds Day will take place on 30 September, providing fans all over the world with a date to mark their love of the original Thunderbirds TV series as well as its new-generation revival Thunderbirds Are Go. Vue Entertainment will be helping fans across the UK celebrate with a programme of exciting exclusive Thunderbirds Day screenings. A unique event will be held at 2pm on Saturday 30 September in 52 venues nationwide. Suitable for the whole family, fans old and new, or those looking for an introduction to the world of International Rescue, this is a one-off event that is not to be missed. Fans are encouraged to go dressed as their favourite character (which could be Virgil Tracy, Brains, Parker or Lady Penelope) and post their photos using the hashtag #FAB @Vue to win exclusive prizes! For thousands more ideas visit www.primarytimes.net

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in West Sussex September Back to School Edition • Issue 114 • 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.

We’ll be back in schools from 9 October.

Peter and the Primary Times team The Primary Times Team: Publishing Editor: Peter Watson Sales: Clarry Frewin, Andrew Langridge, Gill Pearce & Sarah-Jane Chapple, 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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Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in infant and primary schools throughout Sussex. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is NOT our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being sent to us for inclusion in our What’s On section. Free listings are dependent on available space and we cannot guarantee to print all the listings we are sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes.biz Primary Times would like to thank all the schools in Sussex for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents.

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News..................................... 4 Whatever the Weather......... 6 What’s On............................. 8 Education News.................... 9 Choosing your New School... 11

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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HORSHAM FIREWORKS NIGHT Horsham Sports Club’s 8th Annual Firework Display is taking place on Saturday 28th October 2017 We have fairground rides, numerous street food stalls including Gourmet Burgers, Hog Roast, Pizza, Fish and Chips, Thai, Steak, Curry, Hot Dogs, Pick n Mix, Donuts + More, also a Beer Tent and An Inside Bar.

Tickets will be on sale from 15th September - 500 Early Bird Tickets will be available @ £5.00, Advance Tickets are £7 and Gate tickets if available £10. VIP Tickets are also available for £15 this includes an inside viewing area, welcome drink and finger buffet. Under 5’s Go Free Tickets Available at the clubhouse in Cricketfield Road from the office or bar, M&J News in East Street, and online via Eventbrite (where a small online booking fee applies) The evening concludes with Local Band Saviours of Soul in the Clubhouse

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 West Sussex is operated under franchise licence.

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Film & DVD

Preview Guide A Dog’s Purpose Available on DVD

This autumn bring home the pawfect family film that follows the story of one special dog as he tries to find his purpose. Based on the beloved international bestselling book,‘A Dog’s Purpose’ shares the heart-warming and uplifting story of one devoted dog who finds the meaning of his own existence through the lives of the humans he teaches to laugh and love.The film follows Bailey as he moves through several lives, being born anew into different species and sometimes even gender.As he journeys, Bailey forms an unbreakable bond with a kindred human spirit, Ethan, who he must help to make sense of the world, of identity, of life and of death. Follow Bailey and his other canine counterparts through this feel-good film with a fantastic all-star cast. If you’re a lover of animals then ‘A Dog’s Purpose’ is definitely for you. Lap up the loveable ‘A Dog’s Purpose’ which is available on Blu-ray™ and DVD now, courtesy of Entertainment One.

The Jungle Bunch Returns Based on the award winning French-American-British TV series, the Jungle Bunch are back. Maurice may look like an emperor penguin but he’s a real tiger inside. He journeyed from Antarctica to the equator because he believed he belonged there. Raised by a tigress, he’s the clumsiest Kung-Fu master ever. Maurice has a group of friends who together make The Jungle Bunch. Junior is a ﬁsh who has been aptly named due to being the adopted son of Maurice. He is usually found in a bowl under Maurice’s arm.They are joined by Miguel, an innocent, banana eating gorilla, Gilbert, a clever but often grumpy tarsier, Batricia the bat, Fred the warthog and Al and Bob, two toads with distinct personalities. Along with his friends, Maurice intends to maintain order and justice in the jungle as his mother did before him. But Igor, an evil koala, wants to destroy the jungle once and for all with the help of his army of silly baboons. The Jungle Bunch is released in UK cinemas on 15 September.

Captain Underpants Comes to DVD

Captain Underpants:The First Epic Movie, based on the worldwide sensation and bestselling book series, is coming to DVD. It boasts an A-list cast of comedy superstars headed by Kevin Hart and Ed Helms and comes from DreamWorks Animation. This raucously subversive comedy for the entire family tells the story of two overly imaginative pranksters named George and Harold. George, the writer, and Harold, the artist, spend their days creating comic books and dreaming up pranks. One day they accidentally hypnotize their school principal into thinking he’s a ridiculously enthusiastic, incredibly dim-witted superhero named Captain Underpants whose costume consists of underwear and a cape. As if this isn’t bad enough, their newest teacher is a disgraced evil scientist bent on exacting his revenge at their school. When Captain Underpants stumbles upon this villain, he must band together with George and Harold to thwart the scientist’s evil agenda. Captain Underpants:The First Epic Movie is due to be released on DVD on 12 September and is also available for digital download from iTunes and Amazon Video.

WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN WIN To be in with a chance of winning one of ﬁve Jungle Bunch Goody bags, send an email to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘Jungle Bunch’ as the subject by Friday 22 September. Don’t forget to include your name, age, address, school and contact telephone number. 4

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Hold a Reindeer Run this December

Last Christmas, 49 schools, nurseries, colleges and groups across Sussex and South East Hampshire took part in a Reindeer Run challenge, raising vital funds for Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice. Children across the region hopped, skipped, jumped and ran for charity, with a range of ‘Reindeer Runs’, from obstacle courses and laps around the playground to themed PE lessons and park runs. Why not get involved in 2017? Chestnut Tree House will provide everything you need for your Reindeer Run event, including free reindeer antlers and red noses for everyone taking part, posters, helpful hints and sponsorship forms. How will your sponsorship money help? Chestnut Tree House currently cares for 300 children and young people with life-shortening conditions across Brighton & Hove, East Sussex, West Sussex and South East Hampshire It costs Chestnut Tree House over £3.5 million each year to provide all its specialist care services The charity receives less than 7% of its care costs from central government funding. £5 pays for one minute of all Chestnut Tree House care services £35 enables a child to experience a magical hour in Chestnut Tree House’s multi-sensory room with a specially-trained member of staff, £230 gives a life-limited child the chance to visit Chestnut Tree House for the day and enjoy a range of activities. For more information on Reindeer Runs and how to get involved, visit www.chestnut-tree-house.org.uk/reindeerruns.

Raven’s Back ‘Raven’s Home’, a sitcom for families that brings Raven-Symoné back to the Disney Channel to reprise the role of Raven Baxter, premieres this autumn. The new series finds Raven and her freespirited friend Chelsea each divorced with kids of their own. The single mums come together to help raise their children – Raven’s 11-year-old twins Booker and Nia and Chelsea’s 9-year-old son Levi in a fun but chaotic household that often includes the twins’ best friend and neighbour Tess. Raven still catches glimpses of the future, but she’s not the only one in the family who does – Booker has the same ability. Hilarity ensues as Raven and Booker’s visions collide, but no matter what the situation is, they figure everything out together as one big happy family. Get ready for a new generation of adventures with Raven as ‘Raven’s Home’ hits screens this autumn on Disney Channel and Disney Life.

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Is your child just going into their reception class? Families across the country will be following Norman the Bear’s adventure at Bee School this autumn when BookTrust, the UK’s largest children’s reading charity, delivers 700,000 copies of children’s picture book The Bumblebear (Random House) to every reception age child in England. This amusing and colourful picture book, written by Nadia Shireen, is being delivered to schools throughout the Autumn Term as part of BookTrust’s Time to Read campaign. Time to Read originally launched in September 2016, encouraging parents and carers of primary school aged children to keep reading with their children - even once they’ve learned to read. Families will love to spend time together with their copy of The Bumblebear, a playful book, with an endearing tale about friendship and loyalty that every child across the country can enjoy and learn from. The Bumblebear was selected for BookTrust by an independent panel of experts and practitioners, who work with reception-aged children. It was the unanimous favourite with the panel for its quality of storytelling, relatable school setting and its ability to be read aloud in a lively manner. But most importantly, it sends a lovely message of inclusivity with a well-resolved fallible element. Find out more about how BookTrust inspires a love of reading in children across the UK at www.booktrust.org.uk.

Making Art from Waste

Eco Beast Sculptures migrated from all over West Sussex and took over a marquee in Horsham Park at ‘Funday Sunday’ in July. Children from all over the county have been busy making Eco Beast Sculptures out of waste resources.You may remember we told you all about it in our last issue. The best sculptures from schools and children’s uniformed groups were brought to the event to form a stunning public exhibition. The upcyling competition challenged children to use objects we’d normally throw away to create a unique art piece. The project demonstrated beautifully the value of what many call rubbish, showing that cardboard kitchen rolls, boxes, aluminium cans, in fact any recyclable or non recyclable material are valuable art resources. The judges had a very hard job choosing the 1st, 2nd and 3rd places for four age categories. At the event in July, 12 Eco Beast Sculptures were recognised for their imagination, creativity and choice of materials. Upper Beeding School came first in the under 5s age category as well as joint third place in the 5-7 years age group. Warninglid Primary School won the 5-7 years category, followed by Trafalgar School in second place and joint third places for Upper Beeding School, 1st Midhurst Rainbows and Thakeham First School. The winning schools will be inspired by an assembly by Nicola Peel, a multi award winning environmentalist and solutionologist who works in the Amazon, followed by a Green Art Workshop.

The RNLI Fish Supper

Design the Primary Times Christmas Card! Every year, we at Primary Times send out thousands of Christmas cards and we’d like you to help us create the picture for this year’s card. It can be any picture you like to do with Christmas in some way.You might like to make it Father Christmas, a snowman, Rudolf with his red nose or maybe a nativity scene. You can draw or paint your picture on an A4 or A5 piece of card or paper. Our picture shows our card from last year which was designed for us by Sanuli Athauola from White Meadows Primary School. Send your entry along with your name, age, address, school and telephone number to: Christmas Card Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG or you can scan it and email your entry to competitions@primarytimes.biz with ‘Christmas Card’ as the subject by Friday 3 November. Teachers and schools are very welcome to send in a whole class’s entries in a single envelope.The winner will see their design used for the Primary Times Christmas card and will also receive fifty copies of the card with envelopes. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

The RNLI – the charity that saves lives at sea - is encouraging people across the UK to cook up a fish supper for friends and family. From gourmet Lobster Thermidor to the quintessentially British fish ‘n’ chips, the Fish Supper is the RNLI’s annual campaign to raise money for the crew members who voluntarily respond to emergencies at sea. Fish Supper takes place between 13 and 15 October, but you can hold your dinner party on any date suitable for you. For more recipe inspiration, hosting ideas and tips, or to sign up to receive your free Fish Supper fundraising pack, visit www.RNLI.org/FishSupper

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Grab your antlers this December and hold your very own Reindeer Run for Chestnut Tree House!

FREE antlers and red noses! Choose your own date in December Raise sponsorship for us

For more information: 01903 871820 www.chestnut-tree-house.org.uk Registered charity number: 256789

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Free Books for Reception Children

Whatever the Weather!

Fun Days Out with the Family

Out of Bounds

Renowned for its incredible, exciting, challenging and hugely entertaining unique indoor and outdoor activities and facilities, Out of Bounds in Rustington, is proud to have become one of Sussex’s top adventure activity centres. It’s the perfect day out for all the family. Visitors can enjoy Clip ‘n’ Climb, bowling, a giant four level soft play area, laser tag, footgolf and a safari adventure golf course. The entire complex has been designed to an exceptionally high standard with impeccable standards of cleanliness, as well as a professional level of service from all staff. Once you’ve worked up an appetite taking part in the activities, you can enjoy some of the delicious family favourites on offer

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at Coastal Coffee.You can even take this opportunity to use the complementary Wi-Fi and relax with a cup of freshly brewed coffee while the children are playing. Out of Bounds is the perfect family day out. With a multitude of activities to choose from, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Out of Bounds are also proud to be the ultimate party venue for little ones in Sussex, offering a great range of party packages at incredible prices. The centre also frequently runs popular open laser tag sessions. Make sure to visit www.out-of-bounds.co.uk for dates and more information.

The Biggest Ever UK-Wide Beach Litter Pick The UK’s leading marine charity, the Marine Conservation Society (MCS), is looking for volunteers to get on board with the UK’s biggest beach clean event. There’s no doubt that being by the sea makes us feel better and the Great British Beach Clean (15-18 September) isn’t just a good day out for people who love the coast – it’s great for wildlife and the beach too. The Great British Beach Clean is the only UK-wide beach clean event that not only

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Horsham Fireworks Nights

Horsham Sports Club’s 8th Annual Firework Display is taking place on Saturday 28 October. There will be fairground rides, numerous street food stalls including gourmet burgers, hog roast, pizza, fish and chips, Thai, steak, curry, hot dogs, pick n mix, donuts and more. There will also be a beer tent and an inside bar. The evening will conclude with the local band Saviours of Soul in the Clubhouse. Tickets will be on sale from 15 September. 500 early bird tickets will be available at £5, advance tickets are £7 and gate tickets if available are £10. VIP tickets are also available for £15. These include an inside viewing area, welcome drink and finger buffet. Under 5s go free. Tickets are available at the clubhouse on Cricket Field Road from the office or bar, M&J News on East Street and online via Eventbrite (where a small online booking fee applies). For more information, visit www.horshamsportsclub.com.

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spruces up hundreds of beaches around the coast but records litter finds too. Cleaning and surveying a beach only takes a couple of hours at most. Each beach has a coordinator, who explains how to fill in a simple data form, and then it’s just a case of grabbing a litter picker and a bin bag and filling it up with rubbish. Sign up to The Great British Beach Clean (part of the Waitrose Beach and River Clean-up) and be part of the biggest and most influential fight against marine litter in the UK. Sign up to a clean near you at www.mcsuk.org/waitrose or call 01989 566 017.

The Deep at SEA LIFE Brighton

Sea Life Brighton have recently opened a new exhibition. Solve the secrets of the deep and become a Junior Nekton in their brand new event. Navigate to each of the Nekton zones and use the decoders to solve the puzzles. Don’t forget to collect your reward! The Sea is deep and full of secrets. Will you solve the mystery? The Deep exhibition will be running until Friday 13 October. The Sea Life Trust pride themselves in developing and supporting projects that protect marine wildlife and habitats across the world. Through Sea Life, the Trust can reach a huge audience with the key messages about its areas of focus – marine protected areas, sustainable seafood, plastic pollution and improved protection for sharks, seahorses, turtles and marine mammals. The Breed, Rescue, Protect programme is a system of care and also Sea Life Brighton’s message. Rescue focuses on support for The Big Fish campaign which educates visitors on the issues surrounding the purchase of certain species of fish for home aquariums. Protect focuses on raising awareness of sustainable fishing with The Marine Conservation Society’s Good Fish Guide and Beach Cleans. Book now and save up to 50%. For more information about Sea Life Brighton visit www.sealife.co.uk

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This voucher entitles a maximum of 5 people to 50% off the full walk up entry price until 28th February 2018. To redeem online enter the promotional code into the box marked ‘promotional code’ in the booking engine at sealife.co.uk/ brighton. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, concession or online/ call centre booking. No photocopies accepted. Full terms and conditions can be found at sealife.co.uk/brighton/terms-and-conditions. Code: PTAW © 2017 Hydrologic Productions Inc. and The Deep Rights Pty Ltd.

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What’s On Your family diary until October Half Term Ongoing Until 9 Sep

Animal Agents Summer Reading Challenge, Various Locations Visit your library and sign up to the Animal Agents Summer. Keep up the reading to collect prizes over the summer holiday. For more information visit www.eastsussex. gov.uk/libraries

Lego Club, Heene Community Centre, Worthing, BN11 4PL (Saturday only) 10am–12noon. Go along to a friendly fun session of lego building for children of all ages and their grown-ups. A chance to be creative and socialise over free tea or coffee. Admission charge applies. For more information visit www.facebook.com/ legoclubworthingStPauls

Until 10 Sep

The Extravagant Earl: Summer Party Trail, Sheffield Park and Gardens, Uckfield, TN22 3QX Go along and follow the interactive trail and see what it was like to be one of the children invited to the Earl’s grand summer party. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffield-parkand-garden

Until 15 Sep

‘The Collectors’, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW From Victorian travellers to contemporary local people digging up treasures, the exhibition will tell the stories of how museums come to acquire the things that they do. For more information visit www. littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

Until 17 Sep

Life Moves on, Storrington Museum, Pulborough, RH20 4LL In this exhibition, marvel at technological progress through artefacts in the Museum. For more information visit www. storringtonmuseum.com

Until 25 Sep

Basement and Tunnel Tours, Royal Pavilion and Museums, Brighton, BN1 1EE (Selected dates) 4.15–5.15pm. Join in to discover more about life below stairs for the servants, from the rat catcher to George’s principal private secretary. The tour ends with a visit to the tunnel

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which led to George IV’s royal stables. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk

Until 30 Sep

Walk Wood Opening, Sheffield Park and Garden, Uckfield, TN22 3QX See this historic woodland, an original part of the garden design, opening to the public for the first time. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sheffieldpark-and-garden

Until 1 Oct

Forgotten Wreck of the First World War, Look and Sea Visitor Centre, Littlehampton BN17 5AW Go along and discover more about the war at sea and local wrecks which lie largely forgotten in and around the seas, rivers and estuaries. For more information visit www.lookandsea.co.uk

The Great Brick Safari, Marwell Zoo, Winchester, SO21 1JH A UK and Zoo First: 80 stunning, life-like LEGO Brick animals to discover. There will be a brick pit play area, a free spotter’s guide and lots more. Plus you can explore the new lemur walk-through this summer. For more information and to book visit www.marwell.org.uk

Lego Club, Heene Community Centre, Worthing, BN11 4PL (Saturday only). 10am–12noon. Go along to a friendly fun session of lego building for children of all ages and their grown-ups. A chance to be creative and socialise over free tea or coffee. Admission charge applies. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/ legoclubworthingStPauls

Until 13 Oct

The Deep, SEA LIFE Brighton, BN2 1TB Solve the secrets of the deep and become a Junior Nekton by navigating the Nekton zones and

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solving the puzzles. Don’t forget to collect your rewards. Book now at www.sealife.co.uk

Until 5 Nov

As You Like it, Shakespearean Family Trail, Petworth House and Gardens, GU28 0AE Collect a scroll and become an apprentice playwright. Name your characters and decide their fate as you explore the Mansion. Will all your characters make it to the end of the play... you decide! Admission charges apply. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth

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Lead Ranger’s Walk, Nymans, Handcross, RH17 6EB 11am–12.30pm. Enjoy the sights and sounds of this beautiful and diverse habitat whilst learning about the wildlife, history and current projects. For more information visit and to book www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nymans

Autumn Seeds & Berries Plant Walk, Arundel WWT Centre, BN18 9PB (Also 14 Sep) 11am. Enjoy the seasonal changes as summer turns to autumn. Wildflower expert, Sheila, will introduce you to the fruits and seeds of the season and their benefits to the wildlife. This will be a gentle stroll and includes a particular look in our wildlife garden. For more information visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/ arundel

Little Wild Things, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 10.15-11.45am.You and your child will be able to meet some of the amazing creatures that are given a home on the nature reserve, while learning something new, getting a bit mucky and having lots of fun! Ages 2½-5. For more information and to book visit www.rspb.org.uk

Tues 5 Sep – Tues 17 Oct

Woods Mill Nature Tots, Wood Mills, Henfield, BN5 9SD (Tues only) 10am–12noon. Take your little ones along to help explore the natural world. This will involve getting to know the forest school site, woodland activities, stories, singing and lots more. Ages 3–5. For more information and to book visit www.sussexwildlifetrust. org.uk

Wed 6 Sep

Cream Tea Voyage, Wey and Arun Canal, Loxwood, RH14 0RH Last chance this year to enjoy a cream tea on a relaxing cruise, casting off at 2.15pm you return at 3.45pm. Charges apply. For more information visit www.weyandarun. co.uk

Heater, Herdwicks and Hibernators, Alfriston Clergy House, Polegate, BN26 9LT 10.30am–1.30pm. A volunteer led walk around the local countryside focusing on the flora and fauna of the heath. Booking essential. Charges apply. For more information and to book visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/alfriston

Wed 6 – Wed 27 Sep

1812 Firework Concert, Eastbourne Bandstand, Grand Parade, BN21 3AD (Wed only) 8–10pm. Go along to a truly iconic tradition consisting of a culmination of concert music ending triumphantly with Tchaikovsky’s 1812 overture accompanied by a spectacular Firework display. For more information and to book visit www.eastbournebandstand.co.uk

Thurs 7 Sep

Nature Tots, Tilgate Park, Crawley, RH10 5PQ (Every Thurs) 10am–12noon. Children will learn to become confident in the woodland setting, learn basic skills, explore their natural surroundings, including storytelling and woodland activities. It’ll provide a great opportunity for you and your little ones to have fun in the natural environment. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

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Assessing Your Child’s Speech Development

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The third book in Gareth Jones’ Pet Defenders series, Escape from Planet Bogey follows secret agents Biskit and Mitzy as they uncover the mystery of the disappearing animals. Biskit is on the hunt to find his missing partner, Champ, but soon gets caught up in the Planet Bogey Games. Engage your students with this fast-paced funny series featuring action, mystery and animal antics. Gareth Jones can be booked for a school visit via Authors Aloud, his publicists at Stripes and Piccadilly or directly at garethwrites@hotmail.com.

As parents we always worry about our children. But when it comes to their speech development it is important to first understand what is normal and what is not. So what is normal in speech development? Research shows that the development of speech in young children follows a developmental pattern, with most sounds having been acquired by the age of 5. However, as with other developmental norms, some children acquire new sounds more quickly than others. If you think your child may be struggling, there are lots of different tactics you can use to help. While patience and attentive listening is key, you could also try repeating the mis-pronounced word back to your child, with emphasis on the sound they said incorrectly. Encourage your child to copy sounds in a fun and engaging way – for example making a long ‘ssss’ sound in a story about a snake. Try and make your child hear the difference between the correct and incorrect sound for a word by asking them questions without making them feel criticized. Importantly, if your child struggles to sit and attend activities then you need to work on this first. In order for a child to change their speech they need to be able to think about what they are doing, think about what they should be doing and then have the motivation to change that. This is all very difficult for a child with poor attention. If you are concerned that your child is lagging behind his or her peers, get in touch with your local speech and language therapist. They can help to determine which factors could be affecting your child’s speech and which treatment options would work best for them. Contact Speech House to find out more about specialist, tailored speech therapy for your child. Call 01903 530 681, email info@speech-house.co.uk or visit www.speech-house.com.

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Following a summer of festival appearances, local author Gareth Jones now has a number of school visits and literary festival appearances to look forward to. His events are more than standard author talks. School visits are tailored to the needs of your school, with assemblies and workshops for all ages and books for all reading abilities. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

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Museum and riders are encouraged to wear period dress. For times, charges and information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

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Heritage Open Days, National Trust, Various Locations

This annual festival celebrates our diverse history, architecture and culture, offering you the chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences all for free, not all sites are involved. For more information visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Fri 8 – Sun 10 Sep

Goodwood Revival, Chichester, PO18 0PX The romance and glamour of motor racing as it used to be. The Revival is the only historic race meeting to be staged entirely in period dress and is a return to the halcyon days of Goodwood as the spiritual home of British motor racing. For tickets visit www. goodwood.com

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Rye Bay Nature Tots, Pett Level, TN35 4EH (Fri only) 10am-12 noon. Activities will connect with the Reserve and the tides, providing an opportunity for your little ones to experience and learn from nature. Children and parents will be engaged in hands-on outdoor activities themed around wildlife in a coastal setting. Ages 3-5. Charges apply. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

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Town Show and Family Fun Day, Rosemead Park, Littlehampton, BN17 6UH 12noon-5pm. Join in the 15th annual Town Show and Family Fun Day. Live performances on the stage, dog show, community marquee with over 50 stalls, traditional craft and horticultural show, bouncy castles, bingo, food court and more. For more information visit www. visitlittlehampton.co.uk

Walk, The Queens Head, West Chiltington, RH20 2JN 9.45am–3.30pm. A morning walk of about four miles will mainly be to the northwest of the village taking in a converted windmill, sections of vineyards, sheep pastures, old ponds, woodland and great views of the South Downs. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Queen. Morris Men dance during the service and afterwards in the Precincts. For more information visit www.canterbury-cathedral.org

Behind the Scenes, Chichester Cathedral, PO19 1PX 1-4pm. As part of Heritage Open Days areas of the Cathedral normally closed to the public will be open to visitors: the Song School, Cathedral Library and Bishop’s Chapel. Free entry. For more information visit www. chichestercathedral.org.uk

Binocular and Telescope Open Weekend, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL (Also 10, 30 Sep). Try a wide range of binoculars and telescopes and have a chat with the optics experts. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced birder they’ll be happy to help. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

Artisan Market, Bognor Old Town, Bognor Regis, PO21 1ND 10am-4pm.Various stalls including arts and crafts, food and produce plus live music along the High Street (near the Unicorn) and inside stalls in the Methodist Church. For more information visit the Bognor Old Town Artisan Market Facebook page.

Seven Sisters Wildlife Watch, Pump Barn, Seven Sisters Country Park, BN25 4AD 10.30am–12.30pm. An opportunity for children to experience and learn from nature. They will be encouraged to tackle hands-on outdoor activities, work cooperatively with others, and have an opportunity to gain a sense of achievement. Ages 5-11. For more information and to book visit www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Night-time Safari—Brilliant Bats, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL 6.45–9pm. Go on an evening adventure looking for bats and other fascinating night creatures. Stop along the way to enjoy hot

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drinks and sweet nibbles. Booking and torch essential. For more information and to book visit www.rspb.org.uk

Hubble’s View of the Universe, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP 3.30pm. Enjoy Hubble’s greatest achievements including many of its most beautiful and scientifically important pictures. Ages 6+. Charges apply. To book and for more information visit www.southdowns. org.uk

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Chestnut Tree House Littlehampton 10k Run, Seafront, BN17 5NZ

10am–4pm. Go along and experience the magic of getting up close to our feathered friends. For more information visit www. paradisepark.co.uk

9.30am. Join 1200 runners and support your local children’s hospice. The fast, flat, friendly 10k is suitable for seasoned and first time runners alike. To register visit www.chestnuttree-house.org.uk

Owls ‘Out & About’, Paradise Park, Newhaven, BN9 0DH

Medieval Weekend, Michelham Priory, Hailsham, BN27 3QS

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10.30am-5pm. Immerse yourself in the medieval world! With over 140 re-enactors along with traders, musicians and medieval enthusiasts from across the country. Displays and hands-on activities for all ages throughout the day. For more information visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

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Family Fun Day, Fontwell Park Racecourse, Arundel, BN18 0SX From 12noon. One of the highlights of the racing calendar and a must go to event for families. Enjoy free entertainment for children and new for September is the Inflatable Multi-Play Area. Make sure to stick around for a pony ride. For tickets and information visit www.fontwellpark.co.uk

Rural Craft Day, High Salvington Windmill, Worthing, BN13 3BP 11am-5pm. Rural craft fair with stationary engines, craft demos, stalls, games and refreshments available. For more information visit www.highsalvingtonwindmill. co.uk

3.45-4.45pm. Learn about the swallows returning to Africa and go on a journey around Tuppenny Barn with handcrafted swallows. For more information and to book visit www. tuppennybarn.co.uk

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Evening Bat Walk, Arundel WWT Centre, BN18 9PB 6.45pm. Watch the pipistrelles emerge at dusk and track up to 5 species with bat detectors to learn their different calls finishing up with a stop to watch the bats feeding over the waters of Arun Riverlife. For more information visit www. wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/arundel/ whats-on

Thurs 14 Sep – Fri 13 Oct Brighton Digital Festival, Various Locations There will be thirty days of inspiring events to include exhibitions, open studios, performance and much more. For more information visit www.brightondigitalfestival.co.uk

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Mr Booth’s Mini Museum Explorers, Booth Museum, Brighton, BN1 5AA

Heritage Open Day, Saddlescombe Farm, Devil’s Dyke, BN45 7DE 10.30–3.30pm. Discover the ancient downland farm that was once owned by the Knights Templar. Part of the Free Heritage Open Days scheme. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/saddlescombefarm-and-newtimber-hill

Historic Cycles Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT See all sorts of bicycles from 1800 to the present. The day includes a ride around the

Tuppenny Explorers: Stunning Swallows, Southbourne, PO10 8EZ

10-11.30am. An early years session for 2-5 year olds including art activities, a museum expedition, a story and the chance to handle museum objects. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/booth

Little Museum Visitors, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP 10.30am–12noon. Fun, hands-on creative sessions for the mini-visitor and parent. Sticking,

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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.

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.

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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? 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.

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Grades and Statistics

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. 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.

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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. 12

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Where will your child be happiest?

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. 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.

Ardingly College

At Ardingly College their ethos is that every child has great potential and the school’s mission is to help students find it. Ardingly believes schools are places of discovery as well as education. The college allows students to find their own special aptitudes and talents and helps them to flourish in a diverse and stimulating environment. The world is competitive and diverse and at Ardingly College students are encouraged to engage with the world around them with the practical application of both rigorous academic knowledge combined with building critical balanced life skills. This allows students to become young adults ready for life in an inter-connected world. Sport, Music, Art and Drama feature highly in the lives of the students. Ardingly has a reputation for excelling on the football and hockey field and the music school recently celebrated winning the prestigious Woodard Young Musician of the Year. In reference to excellent academic standing, Ardingly College once again this year is celebrating achieving top A Level and IB Diploma grades. In the combined College results, the average grade was an A, with 60% of entries achieving A* or A and 88% A*-B. On A Level results day 100% of applicants secured university places. Ardingly would be delighted to host you at one of their upcoming Open Days and to meet the College’s visionary Headmaster Ben Figgis. For more information visit www. ardingly.com. Follow us on Twitter - @PT_Sussex

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Cranbrook School Cranbrook School aims for all boarders to fulfil their potential and develop as well rounded individuals. Cranbrook School is a state funded Co-Educational Grammar School with integrated day and boarding

Specialists in boys’ education, St Andrew’s is the only school that is able to offer a personalised and tailored education specifically for boys in Worthing and the surrounding area. At St Andrew’s there is a clear sense of community where each boy is valued for his own merits and encouraged to flourish and realise his full potential. Student support is prominent in the life of the school. With dedicated Heads of Year, small tutor groups and on-site learning mentors, the students are well-looked after and are provided with emotional support in addition to careful academic monitoring. Student voice groups also play a major role across every layer of the school. Fantastic, spacious facilities include a new state-of-the-art technology and arts suite. This along with innovative teaching, a bespoke curriculum which is offered as soon as a student enters Year 7 through to Year 11, and a bright yet calm atmosphere, clearly benefits students at St Andrew’s. The school is rightly proud of the pupils’ results which beat the national average results for boys in many subjects. Nonetheless, St Andrew’s constantly strives to enhance teaching and learning and as a PiXL school are in the best place to do this. As a Christian school that welcomes all students regardless of faith backgrounds, St Andrew’s not only offers a clear, academic focus for their students, but also one which looks after the holistic child. St Andrew’s motto ‘Nihil Sine Labore’, ‘Nothing Without Effort’, penetrates every level of the school where its nurturing environment allows every boy to have the confidence to strive to be their very best. Quite simply, St Andrew’s is a school where each boy is encouraged to engage, to enjoy and to excel.

career and make an active contribution to the further development of the communities in which they both live and work. This year, staff and students at The Sir Robert Woodard Academy celebrated another excellent set of examination results with 25% of students achieving an A* or A grade in A-Level and vocational courses, and further improved results at GCSE, putting the academy ahead of other local schools in terms of academic progress. Please come along to the Open Evening on Thursday 5 October to discover the wonderful modern facilities, and to hear about the exciting plans for your child’s education. Please visit www.srwa.woodard.co.uk for more information.

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The Sir Robert Woodard Academy The Sir Robert Woodard Academy is a thriving 11–18 Academy serving the students of Lancing and Sompting. Every student is known and nurtured and provided with teaching and learning experiences that allow them to fulfil their potential. The academy believes that students are engaged and achieve when the environment is both caring and orderly, with teaching that fires their imagination and brings learning to life. Within a culture of high expectations, the Academy nurtures and develops the individual gifts, talents, and interests of each and every student. Ofsted found that “Students have positive attitudes to learning. They are proud to attend the academy and feel very safe.” Sir Robert Woodard Academy offers an educational experience that develops the whole person, including the development of students’ individual aptitudes and interests to ensure that every young person reaches their full potential. The academy inspires young people with a ‘can do’ attitude, ensuring that they are equipped to succeed in their chosen 14

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provision. With six boarding houses being home to 250 boarders, the overall school population is 770. Boarders are admitted from Year 9 (13 years) following a test to assess suitability and students are from a wide ranging area. Each boarding house has a unique feel fostered by the strong leadership of Heads of Houses and by the expertise of boarding support staff. Cranbrook School’s fees are extremely attractive at just £12,726 (Year 9) to £15,270 (Year 12) per annum for 2018. For a state school the facilities are impressive with a Theatre, Lecture Theatre, Performing Arts Centre, Sixth Form Centre and Observatory together with fantastic sports facilities which include an astro turf pitch, gym and swimming pool. Being keen to educate the whole person, the school has a wide range of extra-curricular activities running both evenings and weekends offering the Combined Cadet Force and Duke of Edinburgh plus a broad range of sports, music and drama. Some places are unexpectedly available for Year 9 in September 2017. Please contact the Registrar on 01580 711 804 for more information.

Thursday 5th October 6.00pm - 8.30pm Open Mornings by appointment 9th, 10th, 11th October 9:30am and 11:15am

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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.

One of the Oldest School Uniforms in the World

The Christ’s Hospital uniform is just one of the many fascinating aspects of the School. The instantly recognisable uniform is possibly the oldest in existence and has hardly altered since Tudor times. It consists of a long blue coat, belted at the waist, worn with matching knee breeches, yellow socks and white neck bands. The girls wear the same coat but with matching skirt. The uniform is provided to all pupils free of charge. When the School was founded over four and half centuries ago, the City of London gathered up ‘fatherless and poor children’ and cared for them. Through the generosity of the citizens of London, smart new clothes were provided for the children of Christ’s Hospital. The early uniform was, in accord with Tudor style, very colourful. There has been much speculation as to why blue and yellow was chosen. It was thought that both these colour dyes were not expensive, and blue and yellow could also have been chosen to distinguish the children in the care of Christ’s Hospital from those attending other schools. The linings of the coats were dyed yellow and their ‘stockings’ were always knee length and also dyed yellow. The buttons on the long blue coat depict the head of the School’s founder, King Edward VI and were introduced a little over 200 years ago. Large silver buttons and velvet cuffs are the mark of a Grecian (Sixth Form pupil) who, in his or her final year, has demonstrated outstanding academic performance in more than one subject. If there has been one element of variety, it has been in the individual’s choice of footwear and for many of the pupils at Christ’s Hospital, Dr. Martens have, since 1987, been the perfect accompaniment to the Tudor uniform. For more information about Christ’s Hospital and details of open days visit www.christs-hospital.org.uk.

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.” 16

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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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Downlands Community School Nestled at the foot of the South Downs National Park, surrounded by green fields and the vibrant community of Hassocks, it is no wonder that Downlands Community School students are inspired to reach their full potential. Downlands is an Outstanding (Ofsted 2017), medium sized secondary school where traditional values sit comfortably alongside leading edge approaches to learning. Ofsted describe Downlands as “a caring and inclusive environment which fulfils the school commitment ‘to place learning at the heart of everything we do’”. The outstanding outcomes which pupils consistently achieve are a result of this commitment. Students throughout the school are fully engaged in learning across the curriculum from art to physics, drama to mathematics. Ofsted describe how ‘the academic curriculum is rigorous and challenging. It is enriched by provision for the arts and a strong programme of extracurricular activities which further enhance pupils’ social, moral, spiritual and cultural understanding.’

Bishop Luffa School Bishop Luffa School with 1450 pupils aged 11-18 is regularly amongst the top 10% performing mixed comprehensive schools in the country. The school aspires to be a confident outward-looking Christian community in which every member enjoys creative, dynamic and reflective learning. Every child is supported, challenged and equipped for the future. They value and take responsibility for themselves and others, and rely on and build supportive and lasting relationships. Pupils, parents and teachers together play a vital role in realizing Bishop Luffa’s vision – ‘Always our best because everyone matters.’ The school focuses on pupils’ progress from wherever they start and wants them to achieve their best, irrespective of their background or ability. Pupils have a rich and diverse experience of a broad, balanced, relevant and increasingly personalized curriculum. In class, a variety of thinking strategies help stretch pupils’ skills towards creative and independent thinking. Beyond the classroom, this is enriched with exploration days, work experience, field trips, theatre visits and health and enterprise days. Pupils play a wide range of sports, both team and individual. The Creative Arts pulsate through the school, inspiring, enlivening and giving confidence. 18

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One of Bishop Luffa’s Sixth Formers recently gave her thoughts on her time at Luffa, “Thank you for having faith in me for the last seven years. When I joined Luffa I had no confidence in myself. But because you noticed, I am able to reach my full potential.” Bishop Luffa’s Open Evening will be taking place on Thursday 5 October. Please visit www.bishopluffa.org.uk for more information.

Bohunt School, Worthing

Bohunt School in Worthing is a purpose built, modern and innovative school which opened in September 2015 and moved into a new building last September with years 7, 8 and 9. The new school is built on firm foundations of high expectations for all with a creative and personalised curriculum that extends learning both in the classroom and through a wide range of enriching experiences and environments. This is uniquely blended with the firm conviction that students are at the heart of all they aspire to and achieve.

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Ofsted January 2017 Parent to Ofsted: “I would not hesitate to recommend Downlands - the teaching is excellent, the staff really care, and my children are developing into lovely young adults.”

Open Evening Thursday 5 October 2017 6-8.30pm Downlands Community School, Dale Avenue, Hassocks BN6 8LP

Call 01273 845892 for more information or visit www.downlands.w-sussex.sch.uk For thousands more ideas visit www.primarytimes.net

Six Villages Academy At Six Villages they firmly believe that every student the academy supports deserves the very best educational experience to allow them to develop and grow as global citizens. Six Villages believes in the limitless potential of every young person the academy serves and aims to stretch, stimulate and grow a love of lifelong learning in all students. There is no impossible dream or limit on ambition. As the academy nurtures every student to be leaders of tomorrow, Six Villages instils in students today the mindset and skills along with the qualifications and experiences to open any door. The academy’s priority is the academic, social, cultural,

moral and personal development of each and every student, teaching them to be self-reflective and active citizens who contribute to Academy life. Pupils model excellent behaviour at all times, wear the uniform with pride and value and respect everyone’s faith and culture. Six Villages’ aspirational culture reinforces high expectations and encourages intellectual growth through independent learning, enrichment opportunities and further education partnerships which reinforce university, career and life ambitions. The staff at Six Villages look forward to welcoming prospective students and their families to the 2017 Open Events to find out just what being part of the Six Villages community means.

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Bohunt’s positive and collaborative ethos is underpinned by the belief that all members of the school have the potential for excellence. Bohunt is committed to raising aspirations and dedicated to supporting all students with developing the confidence, self-belief and well-being vital for success. The school would love to share their future plans with you at their upcoming Open Evening on 28 September or at one of the Open Mornings taking place on 3-6 October.

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6.00 – 9.00pm Open Mornings: Tuesday 3rd – Friday 6th October, to book a place please go to www.bohuntworthing.com/openmornings2017 T: 01903 601361

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Tuesday 10 October 9.15am—11.00am Wednesday 11 October 9.15am—11.00am Booking is required for the Open Mornings Please contact Mrs Gill Cooper, Admissions Secretary on 01243 832702

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Bishop Luffa School, Bishop Luffa Close Chichester, West Sussex PO19 3LT Telephone: 01243 787741

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Ormiston Six Villages Academy Find out just what being part of the Six Villages community means at one of our exciting and engaging open events…

Open Evening, Wednesday 20 September, 6-8pm Open Morning, Wednesday 27 September, 9am-1pm

WE BELIEVE IN EXCELLENCE FOR ALL BECAUSE THERE IS EXCELLENCE IN ALL Remember every day is Open Day here at Six Villages...

If you would prefer to make an appointment to tour the Academy at a mutually convenient time please contact Mrs Canadas on 01243 546802 or by email ccs@ormistonsixvillages.org.uk

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4 Sept - 8 Oct ‘17

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This October, Mary’s Meals is inviting you to reach out to children living in poverty by supporting the #PorridgeSmiles campaign To request your free Porridge Smiles fundraising pack, please visit www.worldporridgeday.com

Mary’s Meals

Mary’s Meals are asking you to bring hope to a hungry child with this World Porridge Day. Children all over the world are preparing for the new term, including more than 1.2 million learners who receive a daily meal from Mary’s Meals. The charity works with some of the world’s poorest communities to set up school feeding programmes that encourage children to attend class, learn, and work towards a better future. World Porridge Day, 10 October, celebrates the huge difference that a daily mug of porridge from Mary’s Meals makes in the lives of chronically hungry children. This October, schools across the UK will be joining in with the Porridge Smiles fundraising campaign to send a real message of hope to children living in poverty. Mary’s Meals is inviting you to host a porridge party fundraiser at school, any time in October. It’s a great way to bring staff, pupils and parents together and everyone will have fun creating a smiley face in their bowl of porridge using tasty toppings. To request your free Porridge Smiles fundraising pack – which includes tips for setting up your party and a poster to publicise your event – visit www.worldporridgeday.com and complete the online form. You’ll also be able to see some of the best Porridge Smiles from last year in our 2016 Hall of Fame. It costs just 7p to provide one meal, so your school’s fundraising will make a huge difference to children receiving Mary’s Meals. The charity is committed to spending at least 93p of every £1 donated directly on charitable activities. 20

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Name

Address

Academy Selsey, The

School Lane, Selsey, PO20 9EH

Angmering School, The

Station Road, Angmering, BN16 4HH

Ardingly College

College Road, Ardingly, RH17 6SQ

Bishop Luffa C of E School

Bishop Luffa Close, Chichester, PO19 3LT

Bohunt School

Broadwater Road, Worthing, BN14 8AH

Bourne Community College

Park Road, Southbourne, PO10 8PJ

Burgess Hill Academy, The

Station Road, Burgess Hill, RH15 9EA

Chatsmore Catholic High School

Goring Street, Worthing, BN12 5AF

Chichester Free School

The Courtyard,Vinnetrow Rd, PO20 1QH

Chichester High School

Kingsham Road, Chichester, PO19 8EB

Christ’s Hospital

Horsham, RH13 0LJ

College of Richard Collyer, The

Hurst Road, Horsham, RH12 2EJ

Davison C of E High School for Girls

Selbourne Road, Worthing, BN11 2JX

Downlands Community School

Dale Avenue, Hassocks, BN6 8LP

Durrington High School

The Boulevard, Worthing, BN13 1JX

Felpham Community College

Felpham Way, Felpham, PO22 8EL

Forest School,The

Comptons Lane, Horsham, RH13 5NW

Gatwick School, The

Gatwick Road, Crawley, RH10 9TP

Hazelwick School

Three Bridges, Crawley, RH10 1SX

The Holy Trinity CE Secondary School

Buckswood Drive, Crawley, RH11 8JE

Ifield Community College

Crawley Avenue, Ifield, RH11 0DB

Imberhorne School

Imberhorne Ln, East Grinstead, RH19 1QY

Littlehampton Academy, The

Fitzalan Road, Littlehampton, BN17 6FE

Midhurst Rother College

North Street, Midhurst, GU29, 9DT

Millais School

Depot Road, Horsham, RH13 5HR

Oathall Community College

Appledore Gdns, Haywards Heath, RH16 2AQ

Oriel High School

Maidenbower Ln, Maidenbower, RH10 7XW

Ormiston Six Villages Academy

Lime Avenue, Westergate, PO20 3UE

Regis School, The

Westloats Lane, Bognor Regis, PO21 5LH

Sackville School

Lewes Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3TY

Sir Robert Woodard Acad, The

Upper Boundstone Ln, Sompting, BN15 9QZ

St Andrew’s C of E High School for Boys

Sackville Road, Worthing, BN14 8BG

St Paul’s Catholic College

Jane Murray Way, Burgess Hill, RH15 8GA

St Philip Howard Catholic High School

Elm Grove South, Barnham, PO22 0EN

St Wilfrid’s Catholic Comprehensive

St Wilfrid’s Way, Crawley, RH11 8PG

Steyning Grammar School

Shooting Field, Steyning, BN44 3RX

Tanbridge House School

Farthings Hill, Horsham, RH12 1SR

The Towers Convent School

The Towers, Upper Beeding, BN44 3TF

Thomas Bennett Community College

Ashdown Drive, Tilgate, RH10 5AD

Warden Park Secondary Academy

Broad Street, Cuckfield, RH17 5DP

Weald School, The

Station Road, Billingshurst, RH14 9RY

Worthing High School

South Farm Rd, Worthing, BN14 7AR

Name

Address

Cranbrook School

Waterloo Road, Cranbrook TN17 3JD

Tel

Website

Date/Time of Open Days

01243 602 558

www.theacademyselsey-tkat.org

Open Eve 21 Sept 5.45pm. Contact school to book daytime tours.

01903 772 351

www.angmeringschool.co.uk

Open Eve 21 Sept 5.30-8.30pm. Open Morn 22 & 27 Sept 9.15-12noon.

01444 893 000

www.ardingly.com

Snr Open Morn 7 Oct. Prep/Yr 7-8 Open Morn 13 Oct.

01243 832 702

www.bishopluffa.org.uk

Open Eve 5 Oct 6-8.30pm. Head talks 6pm, 7pm & 8pm. Open Morn 10 & 11 Oct, 9.15-11am.

01903 601 361

www.bohuntworthing.com

Open Eve 28 Sept 6-9pm. Open Morn 3-6 Oct from 9am. Booking essential.

01243 375 691

www.bourne.org.uk

Open Eve 29 Sept 5-8pm. Open Morn 27 Sept, 4, 6, 11, 13 Oct by appt only.

01444 241 691

www.theburgesshillacademy.org.uk

Open Morn 4 & 12 Oct 9.15-10.30am

01903 241 368

www.chathigh.co.uk

Open Eve 26 Sept 6pm. Open Morn 4 & 5 Oct.

01243 792 690

www.chichesterfree school.org.uk

Open Eve 11 Oct 7pm, Principal talk at 7.30pm. Open Morn 16 & 17 Oct 9.30am-12noon.

01243 787 014

www.chsg-tkat.org

Open Eve 28 Sept 5.30-8pm. Open Morn 12 & 18 Oct 9.30am-12noon.

01403 247 424

www.christs-hospital.org.uk

Open Morn 9 Sept

01403 210 822

www.collyers.ac.uk

Open Morn 8 & 9 Nov 6.30-9pm.

01903 233 835

www.davison.w-sussex.sch.uk

Open Morn 20-22 & 25-26 Sept 9-11.30am. Open Eve 3 Oct 5.30-8pm, Head talks 6pm & 7pm.

01273 845 892

www.downlands.w-sussex.sch.uk

Open Eve 5 Oct 6-8.30pm, Head talks 6.15pm & 7.30pm. Tours by appt 9-20 Oct.

01903 244 957

www.durringtonhigh.w-sussex.sch.uk

Open Eve 5 Oct 6-8pm

01243 826 511

www.felpham.com

See school for details.

01403 261 086

www.theforestschool.com

Open Morn 11-13 Oct at 9.30, 11.30am & 2pm. Open Eve 5 Oct 5.30-8pm.

08452 577 175

www.thegatwickschool. org.uk

Open Eve 4 Oct 5-7pm.

01293 403 344

www.hazelwick.org

Open Eve 21 Sept at 6pm. Open Morns from 22 Sept – contact school to book.

01293 423 690

www.holytrinity.w-sussex.sch.uk

Open Eve 26 Sept 5-9pm. Or call school to book a tour.

01293 420 500

www.ifieldcc.w-sussex.sch.uk

Open Eve 14 Sept 6-8pm.

01342 323 562

www.imberhorne.w-sussex.sch.uk

Open Eve 28 Sept 5-8pm. Head talks 5.30pm, 6.30pm & 7pm.

01903 711 120

www.tla.woodard.co.uk

Open Eve 28 Sept 6-8pm. Open Morn 3 Oct, tours 9.15am, 10.15am and 11.30am.

01730 812 451

www.mrc-academy.org

See school for details.

01403 254 932

www.millais.org.uk

Open Eve 4 Oct 6-9pm. Head talk 6.30pm & 7.30pm.

01444 414 001

www.oathall.org

Open Eve 21 Sept 4.30-8.30pm.

01293 880 350

www.oriel.w-sussex.sch.uk

Open Eve 20 Sept. Book Open Morn appts from 22 Sept at 9.15 or 11am via school.

01243 546 800

www.ormistonsixvillagesacademy.co.uk

Open Eve 20 Sept 6-8pm. Open Morn 27 Sept 9am-1pm.

01243 871 010

www.theregisschool.co.uk

Open Eve 21 Sept 5pm. Principal talks 5.30pm and 6.30pm.

01342 410 140

www.sackville.w-sussex.sch.uk

See school for details.

01903 767 434

www.srwa.woodard.co.uk

Open Eve 5 Oct 6-8.30pm. Booking essential: Open Morns 9-11 Oct 9.30 & 11.15am.

01903 820 676

www.st-andrewsboys.org.uk

Open Morn 18-29 Sept 9-11am. Open Eve Tue 3 Oct 6-9pm.

01444 873 898

www.stpaulscatholiccollege.co.uk

Open Eve 14 Sept 6-8pm.

01243 552 055

www.st-philiphoward.w-sussex.sch.uk

See school for details.

01293 421 421

www.stwilfrids.com

Open Eve 5 Oct at 6.30pm.

01903 814 555

www.sgs.uk.net

Open Morn 27-28 Sept. Open Eve 28 Sept. See website for times.

01403 263 628

www.tanbridge-house-sch.co.uk

Open Eve 27 Sept.

01903 812 185

www.thetowersconventschool.org

Open Eve 27 Sept 4.30-6.30pm.

01293 526 255

www.thomasbennett.org.uk

See school for details.

01444 457 881

www.wardenpark.co.uk

Open Eve 13 Sept 5.15pm. Visits during the school day available after 13 Sept.

01403 787 200

www.theweald.org.uk

Open Eve 28 Sept 6-8.30pm.

01903 237 864

www.worthinghigh.net

Open Eve 21 Sept 5-8pm. Open Morn 25-28 Sept 9.15-11am.

Other

Tel

Website

01580 711 800

www.cranbrookschool.co.uk

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West Sussex Open Day Directory 2017

Date/Time of Open Days Open Eve 20 Sept 5pm. Open Morn 22 Sept & 17 Oct 8.45-9.45am.

Dates correct at time of going to press. Contact the school to confirm details

4 Sept - 8 Oct ‘17

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Can you find the following words in the wordsearch - Wand, Hat, Houdini, Card, Magician, Wizard, Illusion, Spell, Sorcery

Spot the Five Differences

What do you call a magician on a plane? A flying sorcerer!

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In Picture B there are two stars on the top hat, it says MagicA, there’s a second set of playing cards, the spade and club have been swapped, the girl’s hair has changed colour

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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:

Postcode: School:

Send your entry together with this completed form to: Annie's Competition, Primary Times, 7 Southbrook Mews, London, SE12 8LG Closing date: 22 September 2017. Good Luck!

Try and find your way to Mr.Rabbit without waking him up!

Out of School Activities A Life-Saving Skill

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.

Life-changing, life-enhancing swimming lessons for ALL ages Booking now for September

07985 514000 Lindfield · Littlehampton eastsussex@angelasswimschool.co.uk

4 Sept - 8 Oct ‘17

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Why Should your Child Learn to Swim?

READER COMPETITION

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.

Win 12 weeks of award winning swimming lessons with Everyone Active 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?

Learn to swim in a safe, supportive environment with classes for children aged 4 months old and up at Everyone Active leisure centres. Classes are available up to seven days a week with Swim England qualified teachers who will work with your child to build their confidence in the water. With a low monthly cost and free swimming benefits when enrolled in lessons, there really isn’t a better place to learn this life-saving skill. Sign up today to swimming lessons at your local centre, Westgate Leisure Centre 03330 050 396. Find out more about swimming lessons and everything else the leisure centres have to offer at www.everyoneactive.com.

Westgate Leisure Centre

03330 050396 Terms and conditions: UK 16+ only. Prize consists of one x ½ hour swimming lesson per week for 12 weeks. Minimum age for lessons is 4 months. Closing date 31.10.2017. For full terms and conditions visit www.everyoneactive.com/primarytimes

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Can your Child swim? AWARD WINNING SWIMMING LESSONS SWIM ENGLAND QUALIFIED TEACHERS LEARN FROM FOUR MONTHS OLD CLASSES AVAILABLE UP TO SEVEN DAYS A WEEK LOW MONTHLY COST FREE SWIMMING WHEN ENROLLED ON LESSONS

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Westgate Leisure Centre

03330 050396 Everyone Active manages this facility in partnership with Chichester District Council.

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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.

ISTD & RAD Ballet ISTD Modern & Tap Contemporary & Jazz Musical Theatre & Drama T : 01444 848656 GAPA Office John de Mierre House 20 Brdge Road Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 4UA

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.

Out of School Activities

Stagecoach - 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. 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! All classes held at Great Walstead School, Lindfield.

www.gielgud.com

01403 858444

01903 863210

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September drawing, storytelling and object discovery. Each workshop will have a different theme. Ages 2-5. Drop in session. Charges apply. For more information visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Fri 15 Sep – Sun 8 Oct

Lewes Octoberfeast, Various Locations A programme of individually hosted pop-up suppers, apple pressing sessions and street food featuring cuisines from local street food vendors and live music. For a full list of events visit www. lewesoctoberfeast.com

Sat 16 Sep

Togi’s Team – Footprints, Fishbourne Roman Palace, Chichester, PO19 3QR 10am–12.30pm. Find out about archaeological footprints – what can they tell us and who left them there? Investigate the evidence, from early human footsteps to Roman dog paw-prints, then make your own archaeological footprint. Ages 6+. Charges apply. For more information visit www.sussexpast. co.uk

Pallant Goes Jungle, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ 10.30am–12.30pm. Be inspired by the paintings of John Minton and create a Pallant Jungle. Make a large scale collaborative piece that will grow over the morning, and build a jungle scene complete with tropical birds. For more information visit www.pallant.org.uk

Sat 16 – Sun 17 Sep

Miniature Steam Weekend, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT See visiting exhibitors with their working miniature steam engines. Plus enjoy steam days with the resident steam trains riding the railway around the site. For times, charges and information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Pirates & Smugglers Day, Arundel Castle, BN18 9PB The crew of The Mermaid and The Yarnsmith of Norwich Story Teller will be demonstrating crafts, fashion and combat from the 18th century. A great way to find out about the real smugglers of Sussex, and what the historical pirates were really like and did. For information visit www. arundelcastle.org

4 Sept - 8 Oct ‘17

Sat 16 – Mon 18 Sep

Great British Beach Clean, Nationwide Join in to make Britain’s Beaches cleaner for one weekend. Marine litter is a problem that we can all play a part in solving, and what better way to start than with a day at the beach. For more information and to register as a volunteer, visit www.mcsuk.org/beachwatch

Sat 16 Sep – Sun 15 Oct

Stephen Turner Everything Comes from the Egg, Jerwood Gallery, Hastings, TN34 3DW This exhibition celebrates the tour of Stephen Turner’s Exbury Egg and a wide range of associated artworks around towns and cities in the UK, and is the last chance to view this extraordinary artwork. For more information visit www. jerwood.gallery.org

Mon 18 Sep

Make at the Museum, Hove Museum, BN3 4AH (Also 25 Sep) 10am-12.30pm. Try a different technique in each workshop with experienced craftmaker Nadya Derungs. Make puppets, jewellery and more. Charges apply. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

Tues 19 Sep

Tues 19 Sep – Tues 10 Oct Ardingly Nature Tots, Standgrove Woods, Off College Road, RH17 6SQ

(Every Tues) 10.30am–12.30pm. Take your little ones along to help them explore the natural

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world. This will involve woodland activities, stories, singing and lots more! There is also a ‘Teddy Bears’ Picnic’. Ages 3-5. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Thurs 21 – Sun 24 Sep Southdowns Folk Festival, Various Locations

Go along to five great afternoon and evening concerts, plus a free Folk Club, sessions, workshops, dancing, food fayre and much more in various venues in the Town Centre. For tickets and more information visit www. southdownsfolkfest.co.uk

Sat 23 Sep

The Color Run, Madeira Drive, Brighton, BN2 1GA Dress in white, run jog or walk 5km with your friends, family or colleagues and finish the day head-to-toe in kaleidoscopic colour, having incredible amounts of fun along the way. For more information and to sign up visit www.thecolorrun.co.uk

Art at Amberley, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT A chance to explore a new interest or skill at this new monthly event. This month we will be looking at Glass Painting (at an additional cost of £3 per item). Pre-booking is advisable. Charges apply. For more information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Arty Crafty Club, Hove Museum, BN3 4AH

vrLAB, The Old Market, Brighton, BN3 1AS As part of the Brighton Digital Festival, vrLAB will redefine the live experience through immersive tech and storytelling. The Old Market will be transformed into a Virtual Reality operating experience, including live demonstrations, discussions and projects. For more information visit www. brightondigitalfestival.co.uk

Fri 22 Sep

The Northern Lights, South Downs Planetarium, Chichester, PO19 8RP (Also 24 Sep at 3.30pm) 7.30pm. Understand how eruptions on the Sun cause displays of the Northern Lights, and how these are visible from the ground as faint glows, coloured arcs or coloured rays across the night sky. Ages 6+. For tickets call 07818 297 292 or visit www.southdowns.org.uk

Mr Booth’s Mini Museum Explorers, Booth Museum, Brighton, BN1 5AA 10-11.30am. An early years session for 2-5 year olds including art activities, a museum expedition, a story and the chance to handle museum objects. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/booth

Fri 22 – Sun 24 Sep

Canterbury Food & Drink Festival, Dane John Gardens, CT1 1YW There will be two stages of live music, amazing street food, festival bar, kids area including fun fair rides and shopping in the Produced in Kent area. For more information visit www.canterbury.co.uk

(Also 30 Sep) 2-4pm. There will be claywork, plaster casting, painting on canvas, animation and so much more! If you love art you’ll love these workshops which give you the chance to add to your skills and show your talent. Ages 8-12. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

Cheetah Reveal, Booth Museum, BN1 1EE This new exhibit, created by ethical taxidermist Jazmine MilesLong with help from the local community at our recent event A Late Stitch up at the Booth, will be revealed to the public for the first time. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org. uk/booth

Sat 23 – Sun 24 Sep

Steam through the Ages, Sheffield Park Station, TN22 3QL Travel through 100 years of history in one day. Horsted Keynes Station will give a flavour of life during the war years of the 1940s while Kingscote will be a groovy kind of place to be with the 1960s taking centre stage. There will be the chance to ride on a vintage bus. For more information visit www. bluebell-railway.co.uk

Sun 24 Sep

Autumn Bus Show and Running Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT The ever popular bus rally returns for another year with static displays and many rides around the site on vehicles old and new, for enthusiasts and families too. For times, charges and information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

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An Interview with Lauren Child Primary Times have been talking to Lauren Child, the new Waterstones’ Children’s Laureate. A writer and illustrator, she is best known for the Charlie and Lola, Clarice Bean and Ruby Redfort series. She has received numerous awards and was given an MBE in 2010 for her services to literature. Her latest book in the Charlie and Lola series, ‘A Dog With Nice Ears’, is due to be released on 28 September.

nine years old, and as soon as I finished it, I read it all over again. Another is Astrid Lindgren’s Pippi Longstocking. I loved her because she was a child like no other. She was a girl and she was funny and there weren’t enough books about funny girls in those days. She’s very courageous and doesn’t really care what people think about her in the best possible way. She doesn’t worry about what she’s wearing and doing and she is able to be herself.

How does it feel to be the new Waterstones’ Children’s Laureate?

When you were growing up did you feel you could be yourself like Pippi Longstocking?

It is a great honour but it’s also a great responsibility. It feels slightly unreal too, partly because my career began almost 20 years ago, exactly the time Quentin Blake was the first Children’s Laureate. Quentin was a huge influence on my becoming an illustrator. I loved his illustrations really before I knew who he was as a person. There was the Grimble and the illustrations from Betsy Byers 18th Emergency, my favourite book as a child. And I remember watching him on television back in the days when the BBC had a programme called Jackanory. It was so wonderful to see live drawing as the story was told, and in fact Quentin Blake was the first illustrator I realised was an actual real person. It was so different in those days.You didn’t have the same chance to meet authors and illustrators as you do now.

What do you plan to do as Laureate?

I’m interested in championing children’s creativity and I want to encourage children to spend a little of their time looking, listening and making things because they’re driven to create. I’ll be starting a blog soon called ‘Staring Into Space’ where I’m going to hopefully help inspire that. I also want to champion reading and drawing for pleasure and to elevate children’s book illustration to the level of other art forms. I think illustration is seen as something less than fine art, and writing for children as slightly less than writing for adults. I think we can be a little bit patronising about it. That’s a shame, because we know that literature is life-changing for children and the first art we really get up close to is in books. That’s where we begin with reading and storytelling. We do children a disservice if we can’t see and celebrate its power. I also want to talk about diversity, as inclusivity is really important to me. There aren’t enough books written by and about people of all kinds of backgrounds and culture. It’s important because if as a child you don’t see yourself on the front cover of a book then how do you feel part of society?

Which books, authors and illustrators are your main inspirations? I have so many. When I was a child I loved The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett. I remember reading it when I was about

No. I was terrible at being myself. I was very self conscious and worried about what people were thinking - am I wearing the right thing, am I saying the right thing? All of my characters in my books now are at least moving in the direction of being themselves.

How important do you think it is for children to daydream and stare out of the window?

I think it’s vital.You can’t come up with anything without a certain amount of boredom, because boredom is the beginning of invention. Solving problems and letting your mind wander and find the edges of something. It’s how you get to an inspired place and become creative. When I get really stuck in my own work now, I go out and look around at things. I go to the cinema, an art gallery, I put on the radio, I tune into people’s conversations.You hear these amazing things. And when I hear or see something interesting I write it down.You end up with notebooks full of interesting things.

What are you working on now?

I’m writing a chapter book for younger readers, for around six to nine-year-olds. It’s very, very illustrated because I missed drawing so much when I was writing my Ruby Redfort series. So - lots of drawings. My new Charlie and Lola book A Dog With Nice Ears is coming out in the Autumn. It was inspired by looking at all the dogs in the park near our home with my daughter and imagining what kind of dog we would like to have.

Do you have any advice for children that are starting to write?

My advice would be to write what you enjoy.You need to write about something that interests you. It might be something funny that you see out of the window or something that you’ve imagined or about your family.You’ve got to enjoy what you’re writing or you won’t be able to carry on.You’ve got to let things develop, listen, and watch how people talk and interact. Dig deep into your own memory and try and tap into how things feel.

Lauren Child’s latest book in the Charlie and Lola series, ‘A Dog With Nice Ears’, is published by Orchard Books on 28 September and will be available from high street bookstores and online at a recommended priced of £12.99.

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September Americarna, Horsham Town Centre, RH12 4QD 10am–4pm. Go along to a celebration of American cars and bikes, food and beverage, 50s and 60s themed music and entertainment. For more information visit www.horsham. gov.uk

Walk with a Warden, Rye Harbour, TN31 7TX 10am–12.30pm. Enjoy a walk around the saltmarsh and beach to look for seabirds, ducks and waders refuelling on the pools and perhaps some raptors hunting them. For more information visit www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Dachshund Fun Show, Great Dixter House & Gardens, Rye, TN31 6PH 11am-1pm. Dachshunds and their owners 10am, visitors 11am. Dachshunds can be entered on the day. The day includes Dachshund dashes, agility and ‘best six legs’. Dog show free. Admission charges for House and Gardens. For more information visit www.greatdixter. co.uk

Family Raceday, Plumpton Racecourse, BN7 3AL From 12noon. A great day out with plenty for children to enjoy including face painting, a traditional fun fair and some thrilling national racing. To book tickets in advance and save on entry costs visit www. plumptonracecourse.co.uk

Fri 29 Sep

Sat 30 Sep

Classic Scooter Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Take part in the period event, period dress for exhibitors and visitors is encouraged but not compulsory! Enjoy period music tracks playing on the loudspeaker. Enjoy the end of season grand gathering of all sorts of vehicles For times, charges and information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

4 Sept - 8 Oct ‘17

Family History, Littlehampton Museum, BN17 5EW The experts from the Sussex Family History Group are back to help you with all of your genealogy questions.You will have access to their unique databases and you can find out more about the group and how to join. This event is open to all ages, please just drop in. For more information visit www. littlehamptonmuseum.co.uk

Happy Feet, Jubilee Square, Brighton, BN1 1GE 1.30pm. A dazzling dance-off, led by the Ragroof team of Fabulous Flappers, Disco Divas, and Latino Groovers. Starting with a cheeky Charleston, leading to Big Band Swing, Rock ’n’ Roll, and Hand Jive. For more information visit www. brightondome.org

Sat 30 Sep – Sun 1 Oct Autumn Show & Game Fair, South of England Showground, Ardingly, RH17 6TL

9am-5pm. A show which celebrates the joys of countryside living. With terrier racing, have-a-go archery, fly fishing, clay pigeon shooting, falconry, gundog scurries and dog agility. Dogs welcome. Under 16s free when accompanied by a paying adult. To book visit www.seas.org. uk/autumn-show

October Sun 1 Oct

Guided Walk, RSPB Pagham Harbour, Sidlesham, PO20 7NE 10am. Go along on a gentle autumn stroll around the north side of the reserve spotting migrant birds and other wildlife. Charges apply. For more information visit www.rspb. org.uk

Binocular and Telescope Open Weekend, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt, RH20 2EL Try a wide range of binoculars and telescopes and have a chat with the optics experts. Whether

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you’re a complete beginner or an experienced birder they’ll be happy to help. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

Look-Think-Make, De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill, TN40 1DP Drop in to explore the exhibitions, and test ideas and materials through fun, making activities supported by the gallery staff and volunteers. For more information visit www.dlwp.com

All About Apples, Buchan Country Park, RH11 9HQ 10.30am–2.30pm. A fun day for families celebrating Britain’s favourite fruit. Apple related games and activities including making apple juice using the apple press. For more information visit www. westsussex.gov.uk

Sun 1 – Tues 31 Oct

The Big Draw Festival 2017, Various Locations

NSPCC Autumn Fair, Barnsgate Manor Vineyard, Nr Uckfield, TN22 4DB 10.30am-2.30pm. Inspiring selection of original and stylish stalls including the popular ‘gently used’ jewellery, handbag and scarf stall. Refreshments and parking available. Small entry fee. Support the NSPCC and celebrate 30 years of ChildLine. Visit www.nspcc.org.uk or email julwheatley@aol.com

Wed 4 – Sun 29 Oct Festival of Fungi, RSPB Pulborough Brooks, Wiggonholt RH20 2EL

9.30am–5pm. Go along and explore the wooded heath in search of fairy-tale fungi like the red and white-spotted fly agaric. Pick up a fungi trail leaflet and spotters guide from the visitor centre. For more information visit www.rspb.org.uk

Thurs 5 Oct

Picture Time and Story, Hove Museum, BN3 4AB (Also 12 Oct) 10am-12noon. Have fun with craft materials, make a picture and listen to a story. Ages 2-5, for more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk/hove

Fri 6 Oct

The theme is Living Lines. From cave men to the big screen and everything in between, this year, the theme of the world’s biggest drawing festival aims to unite pixels, pencils and people from across the globe to celebrate the universal language of drawing. For more information visit www. thebigdraw.org

Paper Landscapes, Pallant House Gallery, Chichester, PO19 1TJ

Mon 2 Oct

National Garden Scheme Day, Borde Hill Garden, Haywards Heath, RH16 1XP The garden will be open for charity today. Normal admission charges apply with all net proceeds going to support the National Garden Scheme. For more information visit www.bordehill.co.uk

Guided Walk, Church Norton, PO20 9NT A morning walk on Pagham Harbour from Church Norton with David Hart to see birds as well as early autumn flora and fauna. Meet in the church car park. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Wed 4 Oct

Kathakali, Hangleton Community Centre, Hove, BN3 8BW 12.30pm. Open the door into the magic of Diwali through the incredible storytelling of Kathakali - the classical dance drama from south India. For more information visit www.brightondome.org

10.15am–12.15pm. Free hands-on creative sessions encouraging children to discover, play and explore with different materials. Children must be accompanied by a parent/carer. Ages 0-4. Book early as places are limited. For more information and to book visit www.pallant.org.uk

Sat 7 Oct

Artisan Market, High Street Littlehampton, BN17 5AG 10am–4pm. There will be artists, local producers and creators, artisan craft makers, antiques, busking, performance and all the colourful characters which make up the local coastline. For more information visit www. visitlittlehampton.co.uk

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Win a Very Special Prize... 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.

We have five copies of A Dog with Nice Ears, signed by Lauren Child, for Primary Times readers to win. For your chance to win one, tell us what kind of animal Lola’s ideal pooch seems oddly like. See below for details of how to enter.

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Competitions Based on the award winning French-American-British TV series, the Jungle Bunch are back in their new film ‘The Jungle Bunch Returns’. Maurice may look like an emperor penguin but he’s a real tiger inside. He journeyed from Antarctica to the equator because he believed he belonged there. Raised by a tigress, he’s the clumsiest Kung-Fu master ever. Maurice has a group of friends - Junior the fish, Miguel the gorilla, Gilbert the grumpy tarsier, Batricia the bat, Fred the warthog and Al and Bob, both toads, who together make The Jungle Bunch. Maurice and his friends intend to maintain order and justice in the jungle as Maurice’s mother did before him. But Igor, an evil koala, wants to destroy the jungle once and for all with the help of his army of silly baboons. The Jungle Bunch is released in UK cinemas on 15 September.

For your chance to win one of five Jungle Bunch goodie bags, tell us where Maurice the emperor penguin originally came from. See below for details on how to enter.

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.

Times has one UBTECH F F B U I L D B G P Primary Robotic Jimu Robot to give away G X G D V B K N D R to one lucky Primary Times reader. be in with a chance of winning, K S T O B E E M S T To all you need to do is complete the I V T S H T A D U M word search. Then ﬁll out the form T B O L L R M M G A with your details and send it to the address at the foot of the page. S G B P G N I D O C Robot • Coding • MeeBot H D O O H J N B K H Machine • Science • Maths T S R Z J C B D H I Program • Jimu • Kit • Build A P B M F H P S R N M D N S C I E N C E Name.......................................................................................................................... Address .................................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... .................................................................................................................................... Age ............................................................................................................................. School .......................................................................................................................

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October Animal Fantastic Family Rave, Stanmere House, Brighton, BN1 9QA 2–4pm. World famous, award winning, Glastonbury Festival performing, family rave sensation BFLF throws the ultimate family event in a new Brighton venue with an ‘Animal Fantastical’ themed rave. For more information and to book visit www.bigfishlittlefishevents. co.uk

Arty Crafty Club, Hove Museum, BN3 4AH (Also 14 Oct) 2-4 pm. There will be claywork, plaster casting, painting on canvas, animation and so much more! If you love art you’ll love these workshops which give you the chance to add to your skills and show your talent. Ages 8-12. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ hove

Spider Saturday, Drusillas Park, Alfriston BN26 5QS 10am–6pm. Spider experts from the British Tarantula Society will be displaying some of their most commonly feared animals in the Discovery Centre. The aim of the day is to try and overcome visitors’ phobias, as well as being fun and informative. For more information visit www.drusillas.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

Sun 8 Oct

Autumn Historic Gathering, Amberley Museum, Arundel, BN18 9LT A grand end of season event, with the opportunity to see all sorts of vehicles from commercial, transport and vintage cars. For times, charges and information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Sat 7 Oct – Sat 28 Oct

Picture Time and Story, Hove Museum, BN3 4AB (Thurs only) 10am-12noon. Have fun with craft materials, make a picture and listen to a story. Ages 2-5. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ hove

Fri 13 Oct

Little Museum Visitors, Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, BN6 8SP 10.30am–12noon. Fun, handson creative sessions for the mini-visitor and parent. Sticking, drawing, storytelling and object discovery. Each workshop will have a different theme. Ages 2-5. Drop in session. Charges apply. For more information visit www. ditchlingmuseumartcraft.org.uk

Sat 14 Oct

Communications Day, Amberley Museum, Arundel, BN18 9LT Discover life before the internet. How did we communicate? Find out at this fascinating event for all ages. For times, charges and information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Playmakes, Brighton Dome Café Bar, BN1 1UE 11.15am–12.15pm. After watching Handa’s Surprise, young audiences have the opportunity to get crafty and make a keepsake to take home. Charges apply. For more information visit www. brightondome.org

Walk with a Warden, Rye Harbour, TN31 7UG 10am–1pm. Join one of our experienced wardens for a walk around Castle Water in a search for late warblers in the bushes, waders on the islands and wagtails overhead. Meet at Brede Lock car park. For more information visit www.sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

4 Sept - 8 Oct ‘17

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Nature Tots and Wildlife Watch, Stanmere Park, BN1 9QA 10.30am–12.30pm. Children will learn to become confident in an outdoor setting, learn basic woodcraft skills and explore their natural surroundings with storytelling, games and lots of outdoor activities. For more information visit www. sussexwildlifetrust.org.uk

Pedal in Preston Park, Brighton, BN1 6LA 1–4.30pm. Hop on your bike for a family friendly sponsored bike ride in aid of Martlets Hospice and the Motor Neurone Disease Association. The ride will be taking place safely away from roads on Britain’s oldest velodrome. For more information and to book visit www.themartlets. org.uk

Sat 14 - Sun 15 Oct

Myth, Magic and Mischief, Hove Museum, BN3 4AH 10.30am-12.30pm and 2-4pm. Hang out in the galleries of The Art of Puppetry display and hear some magical traditional tales told by Eleanor, one of the museum’s exhibiting artists. Free, drop in for all ages. For more information visit www.brightonmuseums.org.uk/ hove

Season Finale - Harvest, Hops & Horseracing, Goodwood, Chichester, PO18 0PX Go along and sample many different real ales and craft beers, while a fiddle-band plays merry tunes against the backdrop of roaring fire pits, roast chestnut stalls, and traditional hog roasts. Try your hand at archery or one of the many other rural pursuits and crafts. For more information and to book visit www.goodwood.co.uk

Black History Month Family Day, Brighton Dome Café Bar, BN1 1UE

The Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield, Battle, TN33 0AD Re-live the atmosphere and tension, as soldiers clash in the infamous Battle of Hastings re-enactment. Witness the action on the date that changed history and immerse yourself in medieval life. For information and to book tickets visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

12noon–5pm. Go along to the annual celebration of African arts and culture, complete with stalls, workshops, children’s activities, delicious food, live music and much more. For more information visit www.brightondome.org

Sun 15 Oct

Classic Land Rover Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT A new name but an old favourite see a wide range of exhibiting Land Rovers from across the series, some original and some unique in design. For times, charges and information visit www.amberleymuseum.co.uk

Industrial Trains Day, Amberley Museum & Heritage Centre, Arundel, BN18 9LT Steam, diesel, petrol and battery locos out and about, featuring our electric collection of passenger and industrial rolling stock. For times, charges and information visit www. amberleymuseum.co.uk

Apple Day, Bateman’s, Burwash, TN19 7DS 11am–4pm. Explore the orchard, there will be a range of orchard produce to sample and buy plus have fun with crafts and games. For more information visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans

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Free Days: Diwali, Brighton Museum, BN1 1EE 10am–5pm. Celebrate Diwali, the ‘festival of lights’, with family-friendly activities, storytelling, dressing-up and much more. With the Hindu Women’s Group, Brighton & Hove. For more information visit www. brightonmuseums.org.uk

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