Families Surrey West Jan-Feb 2015

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What’s in this issue 4-5 News and Views 6-7 Family Holidays 8-10 Nurseries 11-15 Schools and Education

We have an exciting development at Families HQ - we now have a searchable What’s On facility on our website, it’s searchable by date and other criteria. So you can type in the day you want to do something and all the events in the local area will pop up. You can also search by age group – for activities suitable for babies, preschoolers, juniors, etc.

– as well as by useful topics like days out, museums and galleries. Go to www.FamiliesSurreyWest.co.uk and click on ‘What’s on’ to check it out and if you have any events to publicise please email editor@familiessurreywest.co.uk.

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News and Views New French classes launched in Frimley Green Following the growing success of Alouette French classes in Frimley, new classes are starting in Frimley Green in January 2015. Primary school classes for children aged 4 to 11 will take place at Frimley Green Methodist Church on Tuesdays at 4.30pm. and Saturdays at 11am. A preschool class will run on Mondays at 1.30pm. These 45 minute weekly sessions will consist of building a wide range of vocabulary, promoting fluency and an accurate French accent. Experienced native French teachers will help develop each child’s confidence and communication skills.

Private French tuition for all ages is also available on request. For more information visit www.alouette-french.com or call 07759 812016 or email alouetteclub@yahoo.com.

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New TeamGym and Cheerleading Classes Woking Gymnastics Club is pleased to introduce TeamGym and Cheerleading classes taking place every Sunday from 4-5pm.

TeamGym takes elements from other disciplines of gymnastics and adds a team element so you can train, compete and perform right alongside your mates!

TeamGym includes floor, trampette, tumble and vault work. This group will take part in Micro TeamGym competitions as well as local festivals and displays including GymFusion events.

Their cheerleading classes aim to develop essential aspects of team based cheerleading including; jumps, stunts, tumbling and chorography in a fun and progressive way. Cheerleading is quickly growing in popularity throughout the UK and provides an excellent alternative to traditional gymnastics. These classes are perfect for those wishing to learn new skills and develop physical fitness in a fun and social environment. For more information please see www.wokinggymnastics.co.uk.

Perform Drama, Dance & Singing Workshops - Special Offer Perform is not a stage school but will help give your child amazing social skills and the best fun of their week. Perform offer drama, dance and singing workshops for 4-7 year that focus on helping develop children’s confidence, co-ordination, communication and concentration skills.

Next term’s theme is The Jungle and the children will go on a colourful jungle adventure, they will meet the cheeky Cheetah who likes eating ryvita and teach Boo the baby monkey to eat banana pie and learn to dance The Jungle Jive. If you book a free trial session at Frimley or Haslemere before 31st January 2015 you will be entitled to a £30 discount, just quote FAML100215. Frimley classes are held on Fridays at 4pm and 5pm at St Farancis Church and Haslemere classes are held on Tuesdays at 4pm and 5pm at Haslewey Community Centre. For more information go to www.perform.org.uk or to book a FREE TRIAL SESSION call the Perform team on 0845 400 1280.

Family Festival launching at Surrey Sports Park in July It’s an unfortunate fact that the UK has a rapidly growing obesity problem affecting adults and children at all ages. So what is it that hinders the possibility of an active life? For adults, you may find it tricky fitting sport into a hectic lifestyle.

And with a rise in hours spent watching TV, on the internet and playing computer games, it’s no surprise that children are more active in the cyber world than the real one.

the festival and indulge in some well-deserved ‘me time’. In GoKids your 5-11 year olds will enjoy experiences with peers such as an assault course, zorbing and a mini zip wire. GoFest have even got it covered for your cool teenagers too, with exciting activities they’ll love such as a BMX/Skate Boarding half pipe, giant Wii Fit and air hockey in GoTeens. Not to mention all the zones created with mum and dad in mind!

GoFest, the UK’s first Family Festival of Sport, Fitness, Dance and Health has been designed specifically to conquer this. Coming to Surrey Sports Park, Guildford on 10-12 July 2015 it provides an opportunity to enjoy quality family time over an active and motivating three days of fun, sport and entertainment to make the whole family feel good.

Novice or professional, there’s hundreds of free coaching sessions available for all ages and levels led by some of the UK’s finest coaches.

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After an exhilarating day packed with activities, your family can eat and dance your way through the evening with main stage entertainment including tribute bands like Take That 2, dance acts and a special headline act. And if you don’t want to make the long drive home, experience

the great outdoors and take advantage of the nearby camping opportunities with free transport.

To find out more and purchase tickets to help your family on their way to great fitness and health visit www.gofest.co.uk, email tickets@gofest.co.uk or call 020 8166 8840.

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News and Views Learn to Read in 4 Weeks for FREE* with Reading Eggs!

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Full of educationally sound, fun and interactive activities, Reading Eggs focuses on the most fundamental skill needed in school: reading. Children from 3 to 7 years of age, or older children struggling with reading, will enjoy the huge variety of reading lessons, activities and games that make up the Reading Eggs programme. Reading Eggspress continues the reading adventure by taking children to a brand new world designed for 7–13 year olds, focusing on comprehension and grammar. Reading Eggspress provides a unique learning environment where students’ can improve their English language and comprehension skills in a way that is exciting and relevant.

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These programmes provide a comprehensive range of online lessons that teach children aged 3–13 the literacy skills needed for lifetime reading success. The reason why over 90% of parents using Reading Eggs and Reading Eggspress report a noticeable improvement in their child’s reading skills is because the programme makes learning fun.

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YogaBellies Comes to Haslemere

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Yoga franchise YogaBellies is being launched across West Surrey by Anna Lewis with classes starting in January at Haslewey Community Centre, Haslemere. Anna, a qualified perinatal yoga teacher, says “I am very excited to bring such wonderful classes to the area, supporting women through pregnancy and post-partum, providing childbirth preparation as well as yoga and massage for babies, toddlers and children”. Anna will be launching classes across West Surrey so do call her to register your interest for other areas.

The Pregnancy classes are safe and gentle for all women and each class focuses on a different aspect of pregnancy and birth whilst the Mum & Baby classes are a unique blend of post-natal and baby yoga.

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The two-hour weekly session will consist of dance, drama and music where children explore various performance styles and techniques. The course will also feature guest directors, performers and teachers from the West End! See www.dynamicperformingarts.co.uk.

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Holidays

Learning Holidays

By Joanna Moorhead

Of course a holiday is a time to laze around and do nothing; but they're also bursting with opportunities to find out something new, and chasing those chances could give you the most fun of all. Joanna Moorhead reports.

"A learning holiday?" said one of my daughters, when I suggested we could combine going on holiday with supplementing her education. "Have you gone completely bonkers?"

I hadn't; but what I did realise, at that moment, was the folly of being upfront in my views about how holidays could be an opportunity to impart knowledge. The trick is never to mention it, and not under any circumstances to admit or volunteer that you are aiming to weave a thread of anything educational through your spring or summer break. But the truth is, holidays are one of the best learning opportunities a parent has - and finding out new things that complement what's happening in school can be a whole lot of fun when it's far from the classroom and a long way from home.

In terms of focus, there are two possibilities. Either pick up on a child's existing passion — for art, perhaps, or for aeroplanes or fashion or whatever it is — or try to give them a new perspective on a subject they're finding difficult to engage with. In my own experience, I've always taken the former (easier) route; but I do sometimes think I should do more to help my kids with the parts of the curriculum they find hardest, and holidays could be the perfect time to do that.

Where to start? Here are some ideas.

Art Children start learning about individual artists from nursery school. Pick an artist your child has talked about at school, or has

seemed drawn to when you've looked at his/her work together.

Easily-accessible artists who use a lot of bright colours are ideal think Van Gogh, Hockney, Georgia O'Keeffe.

It's easy to make any holiday artorientated, since art galleries are everywhere: but if you want, you can make it about more than just museums. Try a trip to Arles in the south of France where you can see copies of Van Gogh's most famous paintings set up on permanent easels in the exact spot where he painted them, and dine at the Starry Night Café; or have a trip to Cornwall and find the landscapes and fishing village scenes made famous by the Newlyn School. Or holiday in Pont-Aven in Brittany, once home to Paul Gaugin; or head for Italy and one of the numerous artists' trails there such as the Piero della Francesca trail in Tuscany.

Science & Nature The simplest way to introduce nature into your holiday is to go for a walk in an undeveloped area, and to explore the green space around you. Look for bugs, birds, small animals and their habitats; if you're not very knowledgeable about these things yourself, head for a park or arboretum where there are trails and leaflets with advice on what to look out for.

Star gazing is another great way to weave science into your holiday.

You can see the stars from your back garden on a clear night, but a camping holiday is often the key to the most impressive display of the constellations. Wetlands centres and natural history and science museums are more great ways to introduce the subject into your holidays in an exciting way.

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Literacy isn't just about books: taking your children to the places where the characters from, and authors of, their favourite books will show them a whole new side to reading. For younger children, theme parks such as Thomasland (www.draytonmanor.co.uk) or Peppa Pig World (peppapigworld. co.uk), both open at February half term and then from March, bring their characters to life in a new way and will prompt even more interest in the books; older children will enjoy a trip to Haworth in west Yorkshire, home of the Brontes and their heartrending true story. Or head to the Jane Austen attractions in Hampshire, or to the Thomas Hardy museum in Dorset; or the Lake District for a taste of Wordsworth.

You can't go wrong with history: in fact, it's hard to have a holiday without it straying onto the margins even if you don't try. Castles, National Trust houses, museums, cathedrals, palaces; the world is heaving with history, and it only takes a tiny bit of imagination to put it into action on holiday. For something different, try taking your kids along to an event at an English Heritage or National Trust property designed to bring the history to life. Or join a child-friendly guided tour of a palace or cathedral - good guides will be full of interesting stories that spark the imagination of even the child who might think history is boring in school.

And don't forget to enjoy learning on holiday yourself!

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Family Holiday Ideas A UK wide survey has found that children are calling the shots when it comes to family holidays with 85% being involved when it comes to planning and more than half having some or a lot of involvement in family holiday decision making. The Novotel survey of more than 1,000 UK parents found that nearly three quarters of children are involved when it comes to choosing accommodation, with 32% having a lot of involvement. The survey also found the majority (86%) of children have some or a lot of involvement when it comes to planning what activities the family should do while on holiday. Here are some ideas for a family holiday that we are sure the children will approve of.

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Nestled in the breathtaking New Forest, Sandy Balls Holiday Village is perfect for families looking for a relaxing break or action packed adventure in the beautiful surroundings.

Set in a 120-acre estate, the award-winning, five star holiday village offers accommodation to suit all budgets. Open all year, there are opulent woodland lodges, cosy caravans, camping pods and fully-serviced touring pitches available for weekend, mid-week or a longer stays.

The village is a safe, friendly haven offering an idyllic setting to explore the outdoors with amazing walks, bike trails and great onsite facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, activities programme featuring crafts, bug hunts and archery, entertainment, restaurant and pub. For more information see www.sandyballs.co.uk.

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Fantastic Family Facilities in Cornwall Glynn Barton Cottages are designed with families in mind and dedicated to giving mum and dad some much needed time off. Either relax in one of the eight stunning 18th century cottages set in 13 acres of tranquil countryside in the heart of Cornwall, or go all out mucking in with the children as they enjoy the excellent facilities which include an indoor heated swimming pool, soft play, tennis court, ride on toddler toys, large trampoline, regular week day animal feeding and so much more. For more information see www.glynnbarton.co.uk.

The Alps in August Switzerland isn’t just for skiing: in fact, the Alps can be one of the loveliest places in Europe for a summer holiday en famille. As well as beautiful weather, there’s a wealth of sporty things to do for both smaller children and teenagers. Francesca and Paul who run Chilly Powder, have been operating summer Mountain activity holidays in Morzine since 1995 and have seen a massive boom in mountain biking holidays and a steady growth in family activity holidays.

Morzine is an eight-hour drive from Calais, or you can fly to Geneva and hire a car. If you’re holidaying with small children, finding a resort that delivers in-chalet childcare, easy access to activities and plenty of entertainment for the parents can prove to be a challenge. Chilly Powder pride themselves on providing families with the perfect environment to enjoy a relaxing and fun filled experience offering the flexibility for parents to do outdoor activities with their children and if parents wish to try some of the more extreme sports, there is a crèche and kid’s club available for half or full days. For more details see www.chillypowder.com.

Youth Hostelling in Refurbished Hostel in Brighton Brighton is a great place for a family short break - there is lots to keep children of all ages busy for a few days including the sea and pebble beach, the pier, the Brighton Wheel for great views of the surrounding area, shopping, the Sealife Centre, walks along the seafront and The Volks Railway (Britain’s oldest electric railway which is open from Easter to the end of September). And now there is a new option for family accommodation - the recently refurbished Youth Hostel.

Conveniently located less than a minutes walk from the pier and close to the shops and other attractions, it is the former Royal York Hotel which has undergone a complete refurbishment. All rooms are ensuite including family rooms and there is a café bar which serves a full english and continental breakfast plus meals throughout the day.

There is also a self catering kitchen which is always handy when travelling with children.

Since 2011 YHA has invested more than £22 million in its youth hostel network, helping put further distance between the outdated public perception of youth hostels and the modern reality, which is proving popular with young families looking for great value, child-friendly breaks. For details see www.yha.org.uk or call 0800 0191 700.

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Nurseries What to expect from your child’s nursery education

By Hannah Hunter

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Apparently a child who has gone to pre-school has more chance of getting better exam results and ultimately earning higher wages, according to new research undertaken by academics at the Institute of Education.

The EYFS explained

So you send your child to nursery, in the hope that it will improve their education prospects. But what are they actually going to do there all day?

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They’re not going to tell you!

Teenagers struggle enough to recall what’s happened a few hours before, so you can’t expect detailed information from a 3-year-old.

To give you some idea of what will happen, you can look at the legal requirements for nurseries in the UK. The Early Years Foundation Stage framework in England is a document that sets out the statutory welfare and developmental goals for children 5 years and under. It gives guidelines for safety and learning and development for all early years providers - all nurseries, child minders, playgroups, preschools and reception classes.

The EYFS framework document can seem daunting, but it’s there to ensure that all children receive a suitable level of care.

It sets out the legal requirements that keep your child safe and promote their welfare. This includes:

* Setting the number of children each member of staff can look after * Ensuring the facilities and equipment are safe and suitable * Checking the quality of the environment, e.g. recommending access to outdoor space It also covers the seven areas of learning and development. These are: * communication and language * physical development * personal, social and emotional development * literacy * mathematics * understanding the world * expressive arts and design

The activities they will do at nursery, to support their learning and development will be unique to your child’s needs. They will learn by playing and exploring, being active, and through creative and critical thinking which takes place both indoors and outside. There is a requirement for ‘continuous provision’, which in layman’s terms means that there needs to be high quality resources and activities available all of the time, so your child can learn through play in lots of different ways.

Assessment The EYFS also lays out guidelines for assessment of your child’s progress.

Soon after your child turns 2, you will get a written summary of how your child is progressing in communication and language, physical development and personal, social and emotional development.

Any areas where they need extra help or support will be highlighted at this stage.

The next written assessment will come when your child is 5, usually at the end of their reception year, which is the last year they are classed as being in early years education. This will include

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Your child will have a ‘key person’ at nursery, pre-school or reception class, who is responsible for putting together information on how they are developing. This person will be your main point of contact, and it’s important that you work together and communicate well. Any worries about your child should be discussed with their key worker, and they will be able to build on what your child is learning at home.

For a detailed parent’s guide to the EYFS go to: www.foundationyears. org.uk/files/2014/08/EYFS_Parents_ Guide-amended.pdf

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or many parents, nurseries are the ideal choice for childcare. They offer working hours, with a lot of flexibility - you can choose hours to suit you, from a few half days to full working weeks. Nurseries give children the opportunity to socialise with groups of other children and adults. They can also give a reassuring continuity of care, with an assigned key worker. Your child may be at the same setting from babyhood, right until they start at school.

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Finding the right nursery can be a difficult and stressful process. The first time you hand over full-time care of your precious offspring to someone else is always going to be emotional, so you want to be absolutely sure that you have made the right choice for all of you.

Nursery Schools – for older toddlers (usually about 2 and a half and up) these nurseries offer a more structured preparation for school.

Nursery classes in school – usually run for a year or two before reception, they have a similar structure to nursery schools.

Montessori and Steiner nurseries – Montessori philosophy informs how their schools are run, they are seen as the originators of child centred learning, and there is a focus on developing each child’s independence and skills.

Focusing on creative play, Steiner schools don’t believe in any formal teaching until the age of 6.

Your first visit Make time to look around potential nurseries, well before you are going to need to use them.

Read the Ofsted report (www.ofsted.gov.uk) and make a list of your priorities before you go. See if you can find out any first hand information from friends (though bear in mind what’s good for one family might not work for another).

Things to consider: Staff and ethos See what the turnover of staff is (always a good indicator of happiness) and check their qualifications. The presence of older staff members brings added life experience and suggests that the nursery values its staff enough to pay for this. Check out the routines, such as what food they offer and when it’s served, or when and where the children can nap.

Cost Be realistic in how much you can pay. A perfect work-life balance doesn’t mean working more hours to pay for a ‘better’ nursery! Most

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Going by gut instinct alone isn’t advisable, but if you don’t get a good feeling, it might not be the place for your child. Happy staff and children can make up for a lack of perfection in other areas.

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It’s important to research what’s available as early as possible. The Surrey County Council Family Information Service website has a childcare finder that lists childcare providers in your area, as does Hampshire County Council’s Family Information Directory.

nurseries have funded places for 3 to 5 year olds, and your workplace may offer childcare vouchers, a tax-free way to pay. You may also be eligible for childcare tax credits, to find out more go to www.gov.uk/help-with-childcare-costs

Is your child quiet and shy, or loud and outgoing?

Do they love playing outdoors, or prefer indoor games? It seems obvious, but try to match the nursery to your child’s interests.

Your own needs!

There might be a wonderful nursery half an hour drive away from you, but consider how will both of your tiredness levels be after this daily journey - would you be better to find somewhere closer that is a good fit? Equally the most convenient, say a work-place nursery, may not be the best for your child.

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Nurseries Preparing Your Child For Pre-school Carmela Malvasi of Young Explorers Pre-School, Onslow Crescent, Woking gives some advice on preparing your child for preschool.

The start of pre-school is often anticipated with great excitement and joy, but also with lots of crying, uncertainty, and a sense of loss - from both children and parents! The important thing is to keep any preparation time fun. At this age, learning should all be about learning through play. All pre-school children aim to get along with other children. If your child hasn’t spent time in a group socialising with other children, then activities such as sharing, taking turns, and playing cooperatively can be stressful for the child.

Help your child get used to being part of a group by arranging play dates with one or two peers or taking them to ‘Mother & Toddler’ or activity sessions.

Read to your child every day Reading aloud to your child is a great way to help them develop listening skills. Stories with rhythm are engaging to a child, so look for books that repeat phrases, such as a ‘A Squash and a Squeeze’ by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler.

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child to do a series of things, such as take off their shoes and to take their shoes to their room. Or put the puzzle back in to the box and put it back on the shelf.

Encourage them to experiment with art - whether it’s finger-painting or manipulating play dough - this helps pre-schoolers develop their visual and fine motor skills they need to write.

At Young Explorers (YEP) we aim to ease the transition for our pre-schoolers by inviting both child and parent to ‘Getting to know you sessions’, this develops a relationship with the pre-school and Key Person to promote familiarity and confidence to settling in. These are attended once or twice a week, depending on your child’s confidence, in the term they are to start. Some children will need more time to settle in, if this is the case we work with the parents on the best way to gain your child’s confidence within the setting.

During the first few days of pre-school, allow extra time to get your child ready and out the door in the morning. The more calm things are at home, the easier the separation will be.

Consistency is the key when it comes to making pre-school a part of your child’s new routine.

Simply coming in together on a regular basis

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Young Explorers Preschool, Woking will provide your child with a strong sense of anticipation. Keep your goodbyes short and sweet so that your child knows what to expect but does not prolong your departure. And though you might be tempted to sneak out without so much as a wave when you drop them off, don’t do it. Your child will only be more distressed when they realize you’re gone.

Instead, make a point of saying goodbye. Don’t drag it out or let on that you might be upset, too. Just do it matter-of-factly and confidently and they’ll learn to do the same.

Always say `goodbye` and that you will return, even when they are upset. At YEP parents are always encouraged to give us a call, especially if your child is upset. When you pick your child up at the end of the day/session, reinforce the idea that you came back, just like you said you would.

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Getting Boys Reading

By Liz Walker

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their school. They might be quite receptive with an active campaign going on.

esearch by Save the Children in the recently published ‘Read on Get on’ report shows that there are currently more boys unable to read well at the age of 11 than girls. Even though girls generally read better than boys internationally, the gap between boys and girls reading abilities in the UK is one of the widest in the developed world. In 2013, only 72% of boys were reading well by the age of 11 compared to 78% of girls.

Following the Save the Children report, the ‘Read on Get on’ Campaign was launched in September 2014 with the goal of ensuring all 11 year olds will leave primary school being able to read well by 2025. (Reading well is a ‘level 4’ at school, or in real life terms – it is being able to enjoy stories such as Treasure Island or Harry Potter, as well as confidently being able to enjoy reading in a wide range of subjects.)* We need to do more to get boys reading and more importantly - get them reading for pleasure.

There is a virtuous circle between enjoying reading and being a good reader. Developing a love of stories and books is crucial.

All the ideas and strategies below to get boys reading more can obviously apply to girls as well.

* Read for at least 10 minutes a day with or to

your children. Frequent short bursts are better than prolonged reading sessions. If it becomes as much a routine as putting on socks, then reluctant readers are less likely to complain.

* Read anything.

Boys are more likely to enjoy reading if they can choose their own reading material and read for a purpose. Try gadget magazines, skateboard magazines, golf magazines, farming magazines, football programmes or sports biographies.

* Get dads reading in the home!

‘Read on Get on’ research shows that the impact of parents and in particular dads, has a huge positive

* Integrate reading into everyday life as much

as possible. Ask your son to help you read instructions, or get him to read out the recipe as you are cooking. When out shopping recently, I was heartened to see a dad and son who kept stopping, as the dad got his son to read out various signs and captions in the department store.

* Time pressured parents need to rethink how

impact on children’s reading. Children fall into reading habits based on what goes on in their home. If they never see their dad or older brother reading, they are much less likely to pick up a book themselves.

* Get dads into schools! Many schools and

organisations such as Beanstalk encourage volunteer readers to help with children’s reading. (There are details of how you can volunteer at www.readongeton.org.uk.) It’s not easy for working people to take time out to help with reading in school, but employers are being encouraged to get involved with ‘Read on Get on’ by forming partnerships with local schools and being more flexible with employees to allow them to volunteer to help with reading.

Imagine the impact when boys in a school see a real builder with his hard hat on reading with a child, because his employer allowed him to extend his lunch by half an hour.

* Boys are more likely to be embarrassed to read or be seen to enjoy reading than girls, as it is seen as un-cool. Boys need ‘cool’ role models, to be seen reading, to talk about books and to get involved in reading projects in schools.

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they enjoy their time with boys. If you only end up with half an hour of one to one time with your son, then reading a book together should be given as much priority and time as kicking a ball in the back garden.

* If nothing else works – use incentives!

Being able to read well at the age of 11 is the keystone to a good start in life. Children need to ‘learn to read’ and then they ‘read to learn’.

There is something we can all do to get involved with ‘Read on Get on’ and help reach the goal of ensuring all 11 year olds (especially boys) will read well by 2025.

I launched Reading Chest in 2010 when my own son started to learn to read. He found reading difficult and so it wasn’t long before he didn’t enjoy it. At the point when his school ran out of books because he hadn’t made enough progress to move up to the next colour band, I searched for appropriately levelled reading books that might inspire him and the idea of Reading Chest began. Reading Chest is a through the post children’s book rental service for children, offering a huge range of reading schemes including many non-fiction titles. For more information and reading advice visit www.readingchest.co.uk.

Liz Walker, founder of Reading Chest. *Read on Get on report, published by Save the Children, September, 2014.

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Schools & Education Does your seven-year-old know 7,100 words?

Extensive research shows that a person’s vocabulary level is the best single measure for predicting future occupational success.

The importance of vocabulary to a child’s ability to succeed in school and beyond is why English and verbal reasoning make up one half of the 11+ exams in many selective schools. Indeed, parents often find these prove to be the most difficult tests for their bright children, and it is usually for one reason only: vocabulary. Research into learning vocabulary has given us some startling data:

* Gaps in vocabulary appear as early as age three, and widen thereafter.

* The extent of a child’s vocabulary at age five is so critical to the development of their perceiving, thinking, and understanding that it is used as a measure of these cognitive skills.

* The top quarter of pupils know about 7,100

words by age seven, and add about three new ones each day. The bottom quarter have fewer than half as many words at that age – about 3,000; they acquire only about one word a day, so the gap continues to widen.

* Early gaps in vocabulary and in language and

communication skills are seldom made up in school.

Clearly, vocabulary acquisition must start early.

Parents need not invest time or money in specialist training, equipment, or software. Indeed, some of the same research also reveals what parents can do to build vocabulary at home from an early age:

* Provide a rich language environment. The more parents talk to their children from birth to age three, the greater their children’s vocabulary, rate of vocabulary growth, and chances of success in school.

* The early language environment should include teaching nursery rhymes. Children who learn eight nursery rhymes in their first three years typically rise to the top rank of readers by age eight.

* Provide opportunities for play. Physical play

teaches the vocabulary of the body, of space and of motion. Incorporate rhyme and song into physical play and vice versa. Organised games teach the vocabulary of rules and fair play.

Imaginative play with toys, or home storytelling or theatrics, increases the vocabulary of general knowledge, of other times and places, and of thought and emotion. Spend time outdoors.

Time spent with children outdoors – in varied locations and weather – can build vocabulary in nature, the physical world, commerce and society, even emotional states. Museums, parks, fields, gardens, a walk to the chemist or newsagents – can give you both time for relaxed conversation, and exposure to various new and familiar things to talk about.

* Give your children and yourself the gift of daily

reading. Read to your children for as little as ten minutes a day at a regular time – more depending on the children’s attention and interest. Much of the vocabulary gap correlating to socioeconomic status can be explained by parental behaviour: fewer than half of children

from low income families are read to daily at age three; four out of five of the richest families read to their children daily. Three-year-olds who are read to every day tend to become five-year-olds who flourish in school.

* When reading to young children, engage them

with questions and conversation. The vocabulary of most seven-year-olds is mainly oral.

* Expose children to adult conversation whenever

possible. Talk to them about events of the day and the realities of parents’ lives. Parents can increase children’s vocabularies by using less common words in helpful, instructive or explanatory ways in ordinary conversation. Such use defies the effects of poverty and is independent of the parents’ level of formal education.

* Ensure your children learn how to read. By

school age, new vocabulary acquisition comes primarily from books. Children who read more have larger vocabularies. This correlation holds across a range of IQ scores and other measures of intellectual ability. The amount of reading and size of vocabulary correlate to greater general knowledge. Children who read more also read more efficiently. The amount of reading done by the most reluctant reader in a year can be done by a keen reader in two days.

Janet Sherlock, BA LLb, is a mother of two and she heads the programme development team of language acquisition specialists, mathematicians and professors at Leaders are Readers. 01992 651 300 www.leadersarereaders.co.uk.

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Aldro School, Shackleford 01483 409020

Sat 28 Feb 11am-12.30pm.

Boys 7-13 years.

Alton Convent School 01420 82070

Fri 20 March 9.30am-12pm.

Mixed 6 months -11 yrs, Girls 11-18 yrs.

Amesbury School, Hindhead 01428 604322

Thurs 5 Feb, Thurs 14 May. Mixed 2-13 years.

Barfield School, Runfold, Farnham 01252 782271

Fri 20 March 9.30-11.30am Mixed 2-13 years.

Barrow Hills, Witley 01428 683639

The Royal School Haslemere/Hindhead 01428 603052

Senior Boys: Tues 24 Feb 6pm Senior Girls: Thurs 5 March 9am.

Girls 6 wks-18 yrs, Boys 6 wks-11 years.

Rydes Hill School, Guildford 01483 563160

Fri 6 Feb & Sat 14 March 10am-12pm.

Boys 3-7 years, Girls 3-11 years.

St Andrews School, Horsell 01483 760943

Fri 13 March 9am-11am.

Mixed 3-13 years.

St Catherine’s School, Bramley 01483 899665

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Girls 4-18 years.

Thurs 26 Feb & Mon 2 March 9.30-11.30am.

Mixed 3-13 years.

St Edmund’s School, Hindhead 01428 609875

Sat 28 Feb, Sat 9 May 10am-12pm.

Mixed 2-16 years.

Belmont Preparatory School Holmbury St Mary 01306 730852

Wed 11 Feb 10.15am.

Mixed 2-13 years.

St Hilary’s School, Godalming 01483 416551

Thurs 12 Feb 10am-11.30am Boys 2-7 years, Girls 2-11 years.

Coworth Flexlands School, Chobham 01276 855707

Sat 7 March 10am-12pm.

Boys 3-7 years, Girls 3-11 years.

St Ives School, Haslemere 01428 643734

Fri 30 & Sat 31 Jan 9.30am-12pm.

Girls 2-11 years, Boys 2-4 years.

Cranleigh Prep School, Cranleigh 01483 542051

Sat 28 Feb 9.45am.

Mixed 7-13 years.

St Nicholas’ School, Fleet 01252 850121

Sat 7 March 10am-1pm.

Boys 3-7 years, Girls 3-16 years.

Cranmore School, West Horsley 01483 280340

Fri 13 March & Sat 14 March 9.30-12pm.

Boys 2 ½-13 years, Girls 2 ½-4 years.

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Fri 1 May 10am-12.30pm.

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Duke of Kent School, Ewhurst 01483 277313

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Edgeborough, Frensham 01252 792495

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Thurs 26 Feb 9.30am-1pm (middle school and sixth form), Thurs 5 March 10.30am12.30pm (junior school).

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Thurs 12 Feb. Mixed 2-7 years.

Greenfield School, Woking 01483 772525

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Halstead Prep School, Woking 01483 772682

Sat 7 March 10am-12pm.

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Haslemere Prep School, Haslemere 01428 642350

Fri 30 and Sat 31 Jan 9.30am-12.30pm.

Boys from the term they turn 3-13 years, Girls from the term they turn 3 up to 4 yrs.

Highfield and Brookham School Liphook 01428 728000 Mixed 3-13 years.

Brookham (ages 3-7) Mon 9 Feb 9.3011.30am (stay & play). Highfield Prep School (ages 8-13) Sat 7 Feb 9.30am-12pm.

Hoe Bridge School, Woking 01483 760018

Tues 3 March 9.30-11.30am.

Mixed 2 ½-13 years.

International School of London Woking 01483 750409 admissions@islsurrey.org

Every day is an Open Day at ISL Surrey.

Booking essential. Mixed 2-16 years, increasing to age 18 by 2016.

Lanesborough School, Guildford 01483 880650

Please contact the school.

Boys 3-13 years.

Longacre School, Shamley Green 01483 893225

Wed 21 Jan (Early Years) 9.30am and Fri 6 Feb 9.30am (whole school).

Mixed 2 ½-11 years.

Lyndhurst School, Camberley 01276 22895

Sat 25 April 10am-12pm.

Mixed 3-11 years.

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Manor House School and Nursery, Bookham, 01372 457077

Tues 10 Feb, Wed 6 May 9.30am.

Girls 2-16 years.

Brookham Open Day

Moon Hall School, Holmbury St Mary 01306 731464

Please contact the school.

Specialist school for dyslexic children.

Ripley Court, Ripley 01483 225217

Please contact the school.

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What’s On Diary Until 1 March The Horse at War: 1914-1918 The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Open Tues– Sat 10.30am-5pm and Sun 11-5pm. Closed on Mondays and bank holidays. Entry with a £5 Annual Pass, under 18s Free.

This exhibition explores the role of the horse in the First World War. Historical fine art will be shown alongside contemporary elements such as ‘Joey’, the life-size horse puppet from the National Theatre’s acclaimed production of War Horse.

Friday 9 January Terrific Toys Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Have a look at toys from the past and play with replicas of Victorian toys. Listen to a story and make your own simple toy. For under 5s with an adult. 10.30-11.30am. Adult £1, child £2, no booking needed.

Saturday 10 January Family Event: Discover!

Fairytales, Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton 01483 810235 No booking required. Uncover well-known stories and help create a fairytale. Interactive family tours in the Gallery take place once a month on a Saturday afternoon. For ages 3+. 2-3pm. Free.

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Stained Glass Wonders Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 For ages 5-11. Find out about the history of stained glass and make your own ‘stained glass’ pictures.

Booking advised. 10.30am-12noon.

Mem £5, non-mem £7.

Surrey United v Durham Wildcats, Surrey Sports Park Richard Meyjes Rd, Guildford 7pm. Watch live basketball at Surrey Sports Park. Children’s tickets are just £1! Enter the code ‘FAMBASKET’ in the discount box.

Book at www.surreyunited.co.uk.

Young People’s Event: Painting Workshop, Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton, Guildford 01483 810235 Using watercolours, create a wintery landscape painting. Please pre-book. 10.30-1pm for 10-12yrs & 2-4.30pm for 13-16 years. £7.50. film maltings: The Boxtrolls Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 Cert. PG, 97 min. 11am & 2pm. £7.

Sunday 11 January Sing A Long A Frozen Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329155 For ages 5+. Please pre-book.

11am, 3pm & 6.30pm. Adult £15, child £10, family (2+2) £46.

Tuesday 13 January Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 11-11.40am. Stories and creative fun for under 5s with an adult. Spaces allocated on a first-come, first-served basis at Reception from 10.30am on the day. Suggested donation £2.

Toddler Tuesdays - Animal Madness, Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Free, fun craft session for the under 5s (suggested donation 50p). No need to book. Drop-in 10.30am-12pm.

Friday 16 January Painting for Under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Please pre-book. For under 5s with an adult. 11-11.45am. £3 per child, accompanying adult free.

Museum Monkeys Chertsey Museum 33 Windsor St, Chertsey 01932 565764 Singing, stories and crafts for under 5s (must be booked in advance) 9.3011.30am. £4.50 per child.

Sat 17 Jan - Sun 8 March Butterflies in the Glasshouse RHS Garden Wisley Woking, GU23 6QB 0845 260 9000 Mon-Fri 10.30am-3.30pm and SatSun 9.30am-3.30pm. Hundreds of

exotic butterflies will be released into the Glasshouse at RHS Garden Wisley this winter for visitors to marvel at. Butterflies such as the striking Blue Morpho; the giant Owl; the King Swallowtail and the colourful Malay Lacewing will settle amongst the tropical plantings. The butterflies will be seen feeding from fruits and sweet liquids at special feeding stations, and there will be opportunities to learn about the lifecycle of butterflies at the puparium. There will be extra children’s activities during half term such as make pipe cleaner dragonflies, flapping butterflies or caterpillar hats and learn how to plant the flowers that butterflies like (14-22 Feb - activities vary daily, so please check website for details).

We took every care preparing these entries but sometimes events are cancelled or times changed. Please double check event with organiser to avoid disappointment.

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Tuesday 27 January Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox, See 13 January.

Saturday 31 January

Pop Up Adventure

Monday 19 January Pop Up Adventure - Wheels on the Bus, Enchanted Wood 1-3 East St, Farnham 10-10.45am. Enjoy a story, drama, dance and a craft. Free but places must be booked in advance on joanne@actoneadventures. co.uk, 07956 182 488 or www. actoneadventures.co.uk.

Tuesday 20 January Superheroes Toddler Day The Look Out Discovery Centre Nine Mile Ride, Bracknell 01344 35440 £6.65 per parent and toddler, and £1.50 for each additional toddler (up to a max of 3). As well as the usual exhibits and attractions, there will be additional themed arts & crafts activities for toddlers.

Wednesday 21 January Superheroes Toddler Day The Look Out Discovery Centre See listing on 20 January.

Friday 23 January The Gingerbread Man Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Enjoy this story, make a finger puppet and decorate a mini gingerbread man to take home with you. For under 5s with an adult. 1.30-2.30pm. Adult £1, child £2, no booking needed.

Surrey United v Bristol Flyers Surrey Sports Park Richard Meyjes Rd, Guildford Watch live basketball at Surrey Sports Park. Children’s tickets are just £1!

Enter the code ‘FAMBASKET’ in the discount box. Book at www.surreyunited.co.uk. 7.30pm.

Saturday 24 January Animal Masks Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Create a woodland animal disguise to blend in with the wildlife themed exhibition. Drop-in anytime from 10.30am-12pm. £2.50 per child.

Big Garden Bird Watch Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 A chance for children and adults to have fun together making bird cakes, doing craft activities and discovering the birds in the Museum grounds and galleries. Drop-in from 11am4pm. Free, donations welcome.

Forever Young Family Crafts The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 Decopatch - come along and pick your favourite animals to transform with bright colours and patterns. For ages 3+ with an adult.

Booking advised. 10.30am-12.30pm. £3 per person.

Winter Warmer Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 For ages 5+ with an adult. Active ranger-led family walk with games for children and facts for adults. Come outside to learn about your forest, its trees and wood products, its importance to our changing world and how it’s managed to benefit people and wildlife.

Includes a campfire, so there’ll be marshmallows to toast! Please prebook. 10.30am-12pm. £8 per family.

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Friday 6 February Fidgety Fish and Friends Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Come and join in this story and learn all about the friends living under the sea. For under 5s with an adult.

10.30-11.30am. Adult £1, child £2, no booking needed.

Museum Monkeys Chertsey Museum See listing on 16 January.

Saturday 7 February What a Hoot!

Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 For ages 5-11. Join the museum for a fun look at owls. Using eggs, pellets and birds from the handling collection find out about these fascinating birds and make a fun owl picture to take home. Booking advised. 10.30am-12noon. Mem £5, non-mem £7.

15 Minutes of Fun Chertsey Museum 33 Windsor Street, Chertsey 01932 565764 Free monthly drop-in family craft session. 1.30-3.30pm.

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Family Tournaments & Competitions Family Dance Classes • Chance to Break a World Record with your family • Mountain Bike Course • Hot Tub & Spa • Snowtubing Slide Aquathlons • Runs & Races • Ice Rink

Storytelling for Under 5s The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 See listing on 13 January.

Toddler Tuesdays - Valentines Cards, Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Free fun craft session for the under 5s (50p suggested donation). No need to book. Drop in anytime from 10.30am-12pm.

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What’s On Diary Thursday 12 February Sing-a-long-a Sound of Music The New Victoria Theatre Peacocks Centre, Woking 7pm. £16.90 + £2.85 transaction fee.

Friday 13 February Painting for Under 5s The Lightbox, See 16 January.

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Young People’s Event: Fashion Workshop, Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton, Guildford, 01483 810235 Create Victorian inspired fashion designs and make Valentine themed fashion accessories. Prebooking required. 10.30am-1pm (10-12 years) and 2-4.30pm (13-16 years). £7.50.

Spitfire Kids, Polesden Lacey Gt Bookham, nr Dorking 01372 452048 Admission + £2 per child. 11am3.30pm. Did you know that Mrs Greville actually bought a spitfire during WW2? Help recreate it using papier-mache. Then follow a timecapsule trail to discover why, for local children, the war created memories that would last a lifetime.

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Family Event: Discover! Heroic Hearts, Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton, Guildford GU3 1DQ 01483 810235 No booking required, collect your ticket from the Visitor Centre. Celebrate Valentine’s Day exploring stories of heroic love and adventure. Interactive family tours in the Gallery take place once a month on a Saturday afternoon exploring a range of fun, creative themes. Recommended for children aged 3+. 2-3pm. Free.

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Youth Clubs Forest Schools Birthday Parties Holiday Activities Community Events Conservation Volunteers School and Youth Group Visits Activities for Children with Special Needs

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Saturday 14 February

Children’s Half Term Trails Winkworth Arboretum Hascombe Rd, Godalming 01483 208477 10am-4pm. Admission + 50p per trail.

Children’s Half Term Trail Claremont Landscape Garden Portsmouth Rd, Esher KT10 9JG 01372 467806 Fun in the fresh air. Suitable for children of all ages. 10am-4pm.

Admission + 50p for trail.

Half term Fun on the Farm Bocketts Farm Young St, Leatherhead KT22 9BS There are up to 90 lambs due from Feb 13th - you may even see one being born! Birds of Prey will also be at the farm Monday-Friday where you can meet them up close and watch the flying demonstrations twice daily, along with the Pony Parlour, which will be open for pony grooming sessions. What’s more, there is a full programme of fun farm activities including pony rides, tractor rides, animal handling and pig racing.

Outdoors, enjoy the jumping pillows, pedal go karts and play trails. Plus there’s the large indoor area with a

Bocketts Farm giant heated playbarn, trampolines, ride-on tractors and a coffee shop!

Adult £9.20, child (3-17) £9.80.

Half Term Activities RHS Garden Wisley Woking, GU23 6QB 0845 260 9000 10.30am-12.30pm & 1-3.30pm.

Included in admission. Learn about butterflies, their special senses, and how to plant their favourite flowers.

Make pipe cleaner dragonflies, flapping butterflies or caterpillar hats. Activities vary daily, so please check website for details.

Monday 16 February G Live Magic School: Magic with Matt, G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 Join Matt Blossom to learn a range of incredible tricks that will amaze and astound your friends and family.

Try mind reading, street magic, vanishing objects, mini illusions and more! All abilities welcome. For ages 7-11. Please pre-book. 10am-4pm. £30.

Mexican Folk Craft Fun Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 For ages 3-8 with an adult. 10.30am12pm. £7.50. Celebrating folk craft of fiestas and make a scull mask or musical instrument. Please book.

Under the Sea Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 1.30pm-3pm. £7.50. For ages 3-8 with an adult. Create your own sea creature to take home. Please book.

Half Term Outdoor Adventure Guildford Castle and Racks Close Castle Street, Guildford A Knights and Princesses inspired outdoor adventure with nature trail, outdoor craft and games. Booking essential on joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk or 07956 182 488. 10am. £3.50 per child.

Talk on the Wild Side The Sayers Croft Trust Cranleigh Rd, Ewhurst 01483 275990 2.30-4pm. Join Hydestile Wildlife hospital as they bring some of their permanent residents to visit including owls, hedgehogs and ferrets! £3pp.

Children 3years and under go free.

Wild Tots Newlands Corner Visitor Centre Shere Road, Guildford GU4 8SE Play games, build dens and be creative with wood. For ages 2-6 with an adult. Booking essential on 07968 832509. 10am-12pm or 1.303.30pm. £10 per child, adult free.

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Frozen-Sing-Along The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 You will get the chance to sing along to some of your favourite ‘Frozen’ songs! Free arty fun beforehand.

11am (relaxed) & 2.30pm. £6.

Synergy Dance Workshop Guildford Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322 1.15-2.15pm. Come and experience Synergy Dance® and learn many different dance styles. Ages 6+. £6.

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Vocal Workshop, Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 For ages 7-11. Please pre-book.

10am-4pm. £19. film maltings: Paddington Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 11am, 2pm & 7pm. £7.

Mon 16 - Fri 20 February Half Term Family Activities Brookland’s Museum Brooklands Road, Weybridge 01932 857381 Car rides from 11am-1pm and 2-3.30pm (subject to weather).

Bertie the Brooklands Bear will be making guest appearances or pick up a trail for children up to 12 years.

Bowling Early Bird Special Guildford Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322 9.30-11am.

One hour of bowling for up to 6 people, including shoe hire for £25.

Children’s Festival The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 A week of fun including amazing art afternoons, workshops and theatre.

Please check website for details.

Tuesday 17 February Guildford Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322 £6.

Frozen Theme Dance Workshop 1.15-2.15pm for 3-5 yrs (with an adult) and 2.30-3.30pm for 5yrs+.

Please pre-book.

Roller Skating Fun 1.30- 3.30pm, all ages, £10. Please pre-book.

Music & Drama Workshop 10-10.30am for 18 months - 2 ½ yrs (with guardian) £4 and 10.4511.30am for 3-5 years, £5.60 (without guardian). Please pre-book.

Discover Darkroom Magic Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 For ages 6-11. Make photograms in the Maltings’ darkroom. Please prebook. 10am-12pm or 2-4pm. £10.

Animal Masks, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Make your own animal mask. For ages 4+ with an adult. You may need to wait if the studio is full.

1.30-4pm. Suggested donation £2.

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We took every care preparing these entries but sometimes events are cancelled or times changed. Please double check event with organiser to avoid disappointment.

Craft Workshop, Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 For ages 4-7. Please pre-book.

10am-4pm. £16.

toasting marshmallows and fire lighting along with traditional games.

Child £15. Booking is essential - call 07968 832509. 10am-3.30pm.

Circus Skills Course, G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 £30. Join expert instructors and try your hand at a wide range of circus skills! All abilities welcome. For ages 7-12. Please pre-book. 10am-4pm.

‘War Horse’ Interactive Storytelling, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Help storyteller, Sarah Jane Lee from the National Theatre, bring to life Michael Morpurgo’s story of Joey, young Albert’s beloved horse.

For under 9s with an adult. Please pre-book. 12-1pm, 2-3pm and 3.454.45pm. £5 per child (adult free).

Pop Up Papercraft Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 For ages 5–10. Have fun learning how to bring paper to life. 3.154.30pm. £7.

Dance in a Day, Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 For ages 6-10. Please pre-book.

10am-4pm. £19.

Half Term Holiday Activity Chertsey Museum 33 Windsor St, Chertsey 01932 565764 Fun activities relating to the museum collections and temporary exhibitions. Booking required.

For Ages 5-12. 11am-12.30pm or 2-3.30pm. £4.50 per child.

Earth Hour The Living Planet Centre Brewery Rd, Woking 01483 426444 Find out more about Earth Hour. Be inspired by the WWF Experience, and join them to make special bunting to celebrate what you love about our planet. For ages 4+ with an adult. 10.30am, 11am, 11.30am and 12pm. Suggested donation £2 Visit wwf.org.uk/visitus to book your space. Earth Hour takes place at 8.30pm on Sat 28 March, when hundreds of millions of people from across the world will come together and switch off their lights. There will be lots of ideas to show what you can do at home to join in.

Fantastic Felt Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 For ages 5-11. Learn all about felt including how it is made and make your own felt picture to take home.

Booking advised. 10.30am-12noon.

Mem £5, non-mem £7.

Making a Home for Nature Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 For ages 5+ with an adult.

Come to the Education Centre and help build up the ‘dead hedge’, make sure the wormery is ready for spring, refill the bug hotel, build bird boxes, stack the log pile and prepare the classroom garden for plenty of visiting wildlife. All materials and tools are provided. There will even be hot chocolate and marshmallows for all your hard work! 1-3pm. Free.

Wild Play Chinthurst Hill Car Park, Wonersh Common Rd, Guildford Join the SWT Outdoor Learning team for woodland crafts, den building,

Tues 17 - Thurs 19 Feb Half Term Fun Clandon Park West Clandon 01483 222482 Half-term activities and trails for all the family.

Tues 17 - Sat 21 Feb Half Term Arts & Crafts Surrey History Centre 130 Goldsworth Rd, Woking 01483 518737 There will be lots of free fun history themed arts and crafts drop in activities. Opening times: Tues 9.30am-5pm, Wed 10.15am-5pm, Thurs 9.30am5pm, Fri 9.30am-5pm, Sat 9.30am4pm, Sundays Closed and Mondays Closed. Parents are responsible for supervising their children.

Wednesday 18 February Special Effects Workshop – It’s a Pirate’s Life! Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 For ages 9–14. Learn to use wax, latex and fake blood to create scars and wounds. Please pre-book.

10am-1pm. £15 (£12 when bought with an under 16s ticket for NT Live: Treasure Island Families Encore.)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Workshop The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 44478 For ages 6+. Become one of the characters from ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’. A drama workshop to fire your imagination.

Get your Golden Ticket now! Please book. 1.30pm & 3pm (relaxed). £6.

Chinese New Year Half Term Party, Guide Headquarters Nightingale Rd, Guildford GU1 1ER 9.45-11.30am. For under 5s with an adult. Celebrate the Year of the Sheep with stories, dance, drama, music, games and arts and crafts! Booking essential on joanne@ actoneadventures.co.uk or 07956 182 488. £10 and £5 siblings.

Circus Masterclass, G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 A day of expert tuition to develop a wide range of circus performance skills. For ages 12-17. 10am-4pm. £30. Please book.

Dance in a Day, Princes Hall See listing on 17 February.

Family Fun Quiz Trail Boldermere Car Park, Old Lane, Ockham, Follow the fun trail around Ockham Heath, answering fun and interesting wildlife questions along the way. Distance: 3 miles. Please contact Gemma with any questions on 07970 094416. Drop in anytime from 10am-5pm. Adult £3, child £1.

February Half Term: Chinese New Year, Museum of Farnham 38 West St, Farnham 01252 71509 Make crafts to celebrate Chinese New Year. For ages 3+ with an adult.

You may have to wait if the Garden Gallery is full. 11am-3pm. £3 per child.

From Snapshots to Fab Shots Farnham Maltings Bridge Square, Farnham 01252 745444 10am-12pm. £10. For ages 10-16.

Learn about your camera and take some fun photographs. Please book.

In The Garden Workshop The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 For ages 4-7 yrs. An action packed drama workshop perfect for small explorers. Enjoy a bug’s eye view of the world – burrowing and tunnelling through the undergrowth to discover the marvellous world of Minibeasts.

10am & 11.30am (relaxed). £6.

Puppet Making, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Make your own horse puppet and then have fun creating your own horse play! Please pre-book. Under 8s need to be with an adult (adult goes free). 1-2.30pm for 4-8 yr olds and 3-4.30 for 8-16 year olds. £6.50.

Wonderful Winter Wildlife Newlands Corner Visitor Centre Shere Road, Guildford GU4 8SE Themed crafts and a walk with the Ranger to learn what happens to wildlife in the winter months. For ages 5-9 with an adult. Booking essential on 01483 795471. 10am12pm or 1-3pm. Child £6, adult free.

Wed 18 - Sat 21 February Meet the Woodland Animals Surrey Heath Museum Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707284 Half term woodland quiz and taxidermy handling activity. Free.

Drop-in anytime from 10.30am12pm. £2.50 per child.

Thursday 19 February Chinese New Year, Museum of Farnham, See 18 February.

Earth Hour The Living Planet Centre See listing on 17 February.

Family Drop-in Event: Magical Masks Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Make a variety of masks based around the Museum’s diverse collection. 11am-3pm. Member £2, non-member £4. No need to book.

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Dance in a Day The Electric Theatre

Dance in a Day The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 For ages 7+. A fantastic one day, one-off singing, dancing and performance spectacular! Learn dances and songs to all the latest chart music in this energetic workshop. Children will learn brilliant new skills in an engaging and friendly way. Please pre-book.

10am - 4.30pm. £25.

Den Building, Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham GU10 4LS 01420 23666 For ages 8+. Rangers will show youngsters how to build a fun, safe shelter in the forest. This activity is always popular, so book early and wrap up warm! Booking essential. 1-3pm. £8 per child.

Den Building, Alice Holt Forest Play in a Day: Elmer the Elephant, Princes Hall Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 For ages 7-11. Please pre-book.

10am-4pm. £19.

Family Event: Make! A Marvellous Cape, Watts Gallery Down Lane, Compton, Guildford 01483 810235 £7.50. Pre-booking required. Design and create your own marvellous cape with costume designer Tina Gardiner.

Recommended for ages 5 + with an adult (max one adult per child. Adult is free). 11am-1pm and 2-4pm.

Half Term Holiday Activity Chertsey Museum See 17 Feb.

Museum Monkeys, Chertsey Museum See listing on 16 January.

Mini Rocking Horses The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Make a mini rocking horse using cork, plastic and other recycled materials. For ages 4+ with an adult. You may need to wait if the studio is full. Drop-in anytime from 1.30-4pm. Suggested donation £2.

Parent & Toddler Bounceabout Guildford Spectrum Guildford 01483 443322 9-10am from walking - 4 yrs, £3. Please book.

exciting disco lights and all your favourite pop music. There will be juice and biscuits on hand, as well as a disco dancing competition for everyone to enjoy (including the grown ups!). 2-3.30pm. Tickets £5.50 Adults £2.50.

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Disco Dancing Workshop The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 For ages 4-7. £4.50. Pop and lock, and dance the fox trot. Up, down, round and round - Boogie Pumps teach and perform a fun routine that is guaranteed to get your little ones energised and enthusiastic about dancing. Please pre-book. 1-2pm.

Pop Up Adventure - Music Enchanted Wood 1-3 East St, Farnham 01252 722222 10-10.45am. Enjoy a story, drama, dance and a craft. Free but places must be booked in advance on joanne@actoneadventures.co.uk or 07956 182 488.

Undersea Explorers Goldsworth Primary School Bridge Barn Lane, Woking www.surreywildlifetrust.org 1-2.30pm or 3-4.30pm. £16. Jump into a swimming pool transformed into an underwater environment to discover the amazing marine wildlife in UK seas. For ages 7-11. Children must be confident in water. Booking essential on 07968 832509 or outdoorlearning@surreywt.org.uk. .

Thurs 19 - Fri 20 Feb Creative Orchestra Course G Live London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 Two day creative composition and performance workshop for all abilities. Participants will spend 2 days with professional conductor and workshop leader Patrick Bailey, musicians and experienced tutors to develop instrumental and ensemble skills, and create a brand new piece of music! Any instrument and musical background welcome. Any standard (approximate guideline grades 1 – 4). Participants need to have their own instrument. For ages 8-14. 10am-4pm. £60 for 2 days.

Forest Survival Day Alice Holt Forest Bucks Horn Oak, Farnham 01420 23666 For ages 8+ with an adult. Do you know anything about surviving in the woods? Learn the skills like Ray Mears and Bear Grylls. Booking essential. 10am3pm. £15 per child.

Kids Disco Party The Electric Theatre Onslow St, Guildford 01483 444789 All ages welcome. A great big kids disco party for the whole family.

There’ll be a professional DJ,

Friday 27 February Oi! Get Off Our Train!

Haslemere Educational Museum 78 High St, Haslemere 01428 642112 Listen to this story and decide which Museum characters you want to ride on your train. For under 5s with an adult. 1.30-2.30pm. Adult £1, child £2, no booking needed.

Saturday 28 February Forever Young Family Crafts Pottery, The West End Centre Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 For ages 3+ with an adult. Booking advised. 10.30am-12.30pm. £3 per person.

Friday 20 February How to Draw Horses and Other Animals, The Lightbox Chobham Rd, Woking 01483 737800 Learn how to draw horses and other animals. Please pre-book. Under 8s need to be with an adult (adult goes free). 1-2.30pm for 4-8 year olds and 3-4.30 for 8-16 year olds. £6.50.

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What’s On Diary Half Term Holiday Camps and Sports Courses Cranleigh School Sports Centre Cranleigh School Sports Centre run Multi Activity days during every school holiday, keeping children occupied and active, while providing safe, affordable childcare for working parents. 8.30am-5pm with the option of a 6pm pick up.

Running from 16-20 Feb. See www. cranleighenterprises.org/courses or call 01483 542125.

Three Peaks Outdoor Pursuits Three Peaks Outdoor Pursuits run activity day camps at Barfield School, Farnham for all 4-13 yr olds - all camps are open to non-Barfield pupils. Activities include zip wire, climbing, quad biking, archery, swimming and team games, assault course, high and low ropes and lots more. Running 16-20 Feb from 8.30am-4pm (early drop off and late pick up available). 0700 3932610 www.3pks.co.uk.

Guildford Spectrum For more details call 01483 443322 or see www.guildfordspectrum.co.uk.

Xtreme Activate Holiday Camp runs 16-20 Feb for ages 5-12 offering activities such as ice skating, bowling, swimming (for 9yrs+), soft play, trampolining and arts and crafts 10am-4pm. £23.50 per day. Xtreme Activate Xtra is from 8.30am-6pm, £32.50 per day.

Archery Mon 16 Feb 9.30-11.30am, 8 yrs+, £14.70 and Fri 20 Feb 2.30-4.30pm, 8 - 14 yrs, £14.70.

Mini Munchkins Tennis Tues 17 Feb 2-4pm, 3-5 years, £8.

Mini Tennis Red Thurs 19 Feb 2-4pm, 5-8 yrs, £9.80.

Trampolining Tues 17 Feb 10.30am-12pm, 4-12yrs, £8.60 and 2.30-4pm, 4-12yrs, £8.60.

Rugby Tots Wed 19 Feb 10-10.30am, 2-3 ½ yrs, £5.20 and 10.45-11.45am, 3 ½ - 5 yrs, £8.20.

Ice Skating 5 Day Courses For ages 5-10yrs, £50. Mon 16-Fri 20 Feb 10.30-11.00am or 11-11.30am.

Learn to Dive courses Mon 16 - Fri 20 Feb 9-9.45am, 5+ years, £36.75.

9.45-10.30am, 5+ years, £36.75.

Learn to Swim Courses Mon 16 - Fri 20 Feb 9am- 9.30am, Stages 1 & 2, 4 yrs+, £32.50.

Learn to Swim for over 8’s Course 8.30-9am, beginner, 8yrs+, £32.50.

Swimming; Technical Workshops and One to One lessons also available – please enquire KOOSA Kids www.koosakids.co.uk 0845 0942322 info@koosakids.co.uk Fun, affordable, Ofsted approved

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childcare throughout February half term (16-20 Feb): St Joseph’s Juniors Guildford, Bohunt School in Liphook and St Edmunds Primary in Godalming. Standard Day 10am4pm, Extended Days from 8.15am6pm. Fantastic low prices from £18.75, 8% discount when booking full week, 3rd child goes free.

Surrey Sports Park Book on 01483 689111 or online at www.surreysportspark.co.uk.

Junior Squash Camp Thurs 19 Feb 12.30-3.30pm.

Emphasis on skills and gameplay development. Mem £15, Non-mem £22.50. For 8-13 yrs.

Junior Squash Tournament Sat 21 Feb 10am-12.40pm. A fun tournament for juniors to take part in competitive squash. £5 per person. For 10yrs+.

Tiny Tots Tennis Camp Mon 16 - Wed 18 Feb 9-10am. For 3-6 yrs. Mem £18, Non-mem £19.50.

Red/Orange/Green Ball Camp Mon 16 - Wed 18 Feb 10am-12pm.

Drills, skills and plenty of fun. Mem £36, Non-mem £39. For 6-10 yrs.

Surrey Smashers Beginners Badminton Camp Fri 20 Feb 11am-4pm. Day full of fun badminton games and skills. For beginners. Mem £40, Non-mem £45. For 8-12 yrs.

Surrey Smashers Junior Badminton Camp Mon 16 Feb 11am-4pm. Technical and tactical areas of singles and doubles. Suitable for intermediate to advanced players. Mem £40, Nonmem £45. For 10-14 yrs.

All Day Rackets Camp Wed 18 Feb 10am-4pm. 4-in-1 racket camp for your chance to play badminton, squash, table tennis and tennis! Price includes lunch. Mem £40, Non-mem £45. For 8yrs+.

Junior Storm Netball Camp Mon 16 - Tues 17 Feb 10am-4pm.

School years 4, 5 and 6. Mem £85, Non-mem £90.

Senior Storm Netball Camp Thurs 19 - Fri 20 Feb 10am-4pm.

School years 7 and 8. Mem £85, Non-mem £90.

Masterclass Storm Camp Thurs 19 - Fri 20 Feb 10am-4pm.

School years 7-12. Mem £65, Nonmem £70.

Junior Lacrosse Camp Mon 16 - Tues 17 Feb 10am-4pm.

Skill development and matchplay.

Suitable for intermediate to advanced players. Mem £50, Nonmem £60. For 11-15 yrs.

Multi-Sports Camp Thurs 19 - Fri 20 Feb 10am-4pm.

Develop skills across the following sports: basketball, hockey, fencing,

The Princess and the Frog, The Electric Theatre rugby, lacrosse, climbing, swimming, table tennis and trampolining. Price includes lunch. Mem £65, Non-mem £70. For 8yrs+.

Swimming These swimming camps are bookable through the Swim Academy. To book: E: swimacademy@surrey. ac.uk T: 01483 686980.

1:1 Intensive Swim Camp Mon 16 - Fri 20 Feb. 30 minute timeslots available between 9-11.30am. Personal development for stage 4+. £90 per course.

1:1 High Performance Club Swimmers Mon 16 - Fri 20 Feb 30 minute timeslots available between 9-11.30am. £90 per course.

Super Intensive High Performance Stroke Camp Aimed as ASA registered county level swimmers aged 9 yrs+.

1 1/2 hour clinics are available Mon 16 - Fri 20 Feb, please call 01483 686980 for details. Each clinic is £59.

Climbing 4-5 years: Tues 17 Feb 10.20-11am £7.50.

Wed 18 Feb 1.30-2.10pm £7.50.

Thurs 19 Feb 1.30-2.10pm £7.50.

6-7 years: Tues 17 Feb 1-2pm £10.

Fri 20 Feb 1.30-2.30pm £10.

7-11 years: Tues 17 Feb 2-3.30pm £15.

Thurs 19 Feb 12-1.30pm £15.

11-17 years: Wed 18 Feb 2-3.30pm £15.

Fri 20 Feb 12-1.30pm £15.

Wild Learning Have fun in the woods with Wild Learning Holiday Clubs! Adventures run in Esher, Farnham, Godalming, Guildford, Dorking, Sheen, Crawley and Wimbledon, for dates please see www.wild-learning.net. For ages 5-12 years. 10.15am-4pm.

Fun, adventure and creativity in the woods with Wild Learning’s unique Forest School holiday club.

Children’s Theatre CAMBERLEY THEATRE Knoll Rd, Camberley 01276 707600 Wind in the Willows Sat 21 Feb 2.30pm & 6.30pm. Join Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime culminating in a colourful battle with a pair of pick-pocketing weasels! £14.

CRANLEIGH ARTS CENTRE 1 High St, 01483 278000 The Feather Catcher Sat 21 Feb 2pm. A fun, playful story of friendship, working together and mischievous feathers. Aimed at ages 3+ with a chance to stay and play with the performers after the show at 3pm. £8.

DORKING HALLS Reigate Rd, Dorking 01306 881717 The Sooty Show LIVE Sat 14 Feb 11am & 2.30pm.

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THE ELECTRIC THEATRE Guildford 01483 444789 Family Festival 16-21 February. There is theatre, film, workshops, dance, ballet, storytelling and more for all the family. The theatre is listed here and other events are listed in our What’s On Diary.

Puss in Boots Tues 17 Feb 11am & 2pm. For ages 4+. Would you trust a talking cat?

You never know, he might turn you from a pauper to a Prince just like the hero of this story, brought to vivid life on the incredible sloping stage by Patrick Lynch from CBeebies. Using smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors, he’ll show you how this sure-footed feline fools both the King and the Ogre to put his master at the top. With a host of puppets, a working windmill and an avalanche of fruit and nuts don’t miss this classic furry tail, it’s the cat’s whiskers! £6.50.

The Princess and the Frog Fri 20 Feb 11.30am & 2.30pm.

Suitable for ages 3+. Once upon a time there was a beautiful Princess.

She loves playing with her golden ball but one day she drops it in the pond. When a very friendly and bouncy frog offers to retrieve it in exchange for her friendship, she is far from keen. In the end the Princess must agree to be his friend just to get her ball back. Slowly their friendship grows and the Princess is rewarded in true fairytale style. This beautiful ballet by ‘Let’s All Dance’ combines all the ingredients to charm audiences young and old. An original score, gorgeous costumes and crystal clear storytelling draw you into the magical world of classical ballet, and make it accessible to all. With the theme of friendship at its core, this is a lovely production and a heart warming tale. £6.50.

FARNHAM MALTINGS Bridge Sq, Farnham 01252 745444 Arnold’s Big Adventure Sat 24 Jan 2.30pm. Taking place in a special bell tent, this beautiful show features shadow puppetry, original music and plenty of surprises.

Suitable for ages 3–10. 30 mins. £7. theatre maltings: Pop Up Flashback Tues 17 Feb 2pm. Sebastian’s memories aren’t like everyone else’s. His are wonderful and poetic, from the pages of his colourful popup books and the treasure trove of his imagination. Suitable for all ages. £10 (family £32).

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G LIVE London Rd, Guildford 0844 7701 797 Comedy Club 4 Kids Sat 24 Jan and Sat 28 Feb 3pm. For ages 6-11 and their grown ups. In the G Live Studio. £10. Family £31 (2+2) + booking fee.

Children’s Concert Wed 28 Jan 10.45am & 1.30pm. An hour of wonderful music performed by the Southern Pro Musica Orchestra. Organised by Children’s Concerts, a charity which aims to give thousands of primary-aged school children the opportunity to hear what a classical orchestra can do ‘live’. Ages 5-11. £4.

Otiz Canneloni’s history of Magic (Abridged!)

Sat 14 Feb 11am & 2pm. Master magician Otiz Canneloni guides the audience through a potted history of magic. Starting from the very first magic illusion, through magic’s chequered story with plenty of tricks up his sleeve. Ages 5+. Adult £10, child (under 16) £8 + booking fee.

The Sooty Show Thurs 19 Feb 11am & 2.30pm. Izzy Wizzy Lets get busy – Its The Sooty Show! Recently celebrating his 65th year in show business, Sooty, the nation’s favourite bear will be at GLive in a fabulous new show to delight the whole family. It’s Sooty’s Birthday party and things aren’t going to plan. Adult £15, child £13, family (4 tickets, min 1 adult) £46 + booking fee.

Jurassic Adventures Wed 25 Feb 10.30am & 4.30pm.

Get transported to a prehistoric place full of fun, thrills and screams.

This fully scripted adventure allows you to follow the footsteps of Doctor Grant’s team of explorers, and laugh at their crazy antics, as they search for proof that Dinosaurs still exist! For ages 3+.

Up Close Concerts: Whimsical Woodwind Sat 14 March 2pm. Join the group

of fun and friendly professional musicians for a whimsical tour of the woodwind family. Spend time with the feisty flute, the outrageous oboe, the cheeky clarinet and the brilliant bassoon. There will be an opportunity to meet the players and their instruments at the end of the performance. For ages 4+. Adult £10, child £8 + booking fee.

Haslemere Hall Bridge Rd, Haslemere 01428 642161 Jack and the Beanstalk Fri 9 - Sun 11, Fri 16 - Sat 17 Jan. Adult £11/£9, child £9/7. Presented by the Haslemere Thespians.

PRINCES HALL Princes Way, Aldershot 01252 329 155 All Star Super Slam Wrestling Thurs 19 Feb 7.30pm. Adult £15, child £10, family (4) £45.

Moscow State Circus Thurs 26 Feb 7.30pm. £23 & £20, Family (of 4) £72 & £62 - family concession not available online.

Milkshake! Live Sat 28 Feb 1pm & 3.30pm. Adult £13, child £11, family (of 4) £44 family ticket not available online.

THE NEW VICTORIA THEATRE Woking 0844 871 7645 Barnum Tues 20 Jan-Sat 24 Jan. Tues - Sat 7.30pm and Wed, Thurs & Sat 2.30pm. Brian Conley stars as America’s Greatest Showman, Phineas T Barnum in this exhilarating musical full of colour, warmth and excitement. £10 - £42.50 + £2.85 transaction fee.

Dinosaur Zoo Fri 20 - Sun 22 Feb. Fri at 1.30pm & 4.30pm, Sat at 11am, 2pm & 4.30pm, Sun 11am & 2pm. Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo brings these awesome prehistoric creatures to the stage as you’ve never seen them before, up close and personal! For ages 3+. £15.40-£17.90 + £2.85 transaction fee .

Room on the Broom, Yvonne Arnaud Theatre

The WEST END CENTRE Queens Rd, Aldershot 01252 330040 Little Frankenstein Wed 18 Feb 2.30pm The story of struggling puppeteer Frank Stein, who, with the help of the audience, creates a new real live puppet that is destined to change his life forever!

50 mins, suitable for ages 5+. £6.50.

YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE Guildford 01483 440000 Old MacDonald Had a Farm Mon 16 Feb 2.30pm. For ages 4+.

Old MacDonald’s animals have gone missing! Can you help a friendly scientist and his amazing time machine get them back for him? Told with a captivating combination of live action, puppetry and animation.

Room on the Broom Wed 25 Feb - Sat 28 Feb. Wed 1.30pm, Thurs 10.30am & 1.30pm, Fri 10.30am & 4.30pm, Sat 11am & 2pm. Tall Stories’ magical musical stage adaptation of Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler flies into town direct from a smashing West End season! Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up (and their grown-ups).

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Five Children and It Thurs 19 - Sat 21 Feb 2.30pm & 7pm. When Robert, Anthea, Jane, Cyril, and baby Lamb investigate a gravel pit they are amazed to discover a strange and ancient Psammead or Sand Fairy. Although rather grumpy at being disturbed, he offers to grant the children whatever they wish for.

Adventures with Sam: In Outer Space Sat 28 Feb 11am & 2pm. Zoom off on an intergalactic adventure!

Events for Adults Raising Bilingual Children Workshops The International School of London, Surrey, is holding a series of free community workshops aimed at parents of bilingual children. Susan Stewart, Head of Languages at ISL Surrey, will give tips on successful bilingual parenting, maintaining the mother tongue and developing a child’s English. They will be on: 29 Jan 7-8.30pm & 30 Jan 9-11am, 26 March 7-8.30pm & 27 March 9-11am, 21 May 7-8.30pm & 22 May 9-11am. Places are limited and booking is essential. Please book on 01483-750409 or email sstewart@islsurrey.org.

NCT Nearly New Sales Dorking NCT Nearly New Sale On Sat 7 Feb at 10.15am-12pm (10am for NCT members) at North Holmwood Village Hall, Spook Hill, Dorking. nns.dorking@nct.org.uk.

Farnham, Aldershot & District NCT Nearly New Sale Sat 21 March at 1.30-3pm (1.15pm with valid NCT membership card) at Connaught Leisure Centre, Tongham Road, Aldershot GU12 4AS. If you wish to sell at this sale email nns.farnhamandaldershot@ nct.org.uk - booking lines open at 9.30am on Mon 9 Feb. Guildford NCT Nearly New Sale Sat 7 March at 11am-12.30pm at St Joseph’s Church Hall, Guildford. nnsguildford@yahoo.co.uk

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