Contents This Spring 04 Book Reviews 07 News & Views 10 Active Kids
Education Matters 15 Schools feature
Welcome to Spring
Seasonal Special 18 Great Days Out
After what has felt like a long winter I am more than ready to welcome in the warmer and longer days of Spring (don’t forget, clocks go forward on Sunday 27th March at 01:00am). With Mother’s Day (Sunday 6th March) and an early Easter (Good Friday 25th March) this year we have lots of ideas for you and the family in our Great Days Out feature on page 18. We also have all you need to keep the kids busy, fit and healthy with our guide to extra-curricular activities on page 10 even us adults can join in. With some great giveaways including; A family ticket to Alton Towers, 2 annual gold passes for Colchester Zoo and cool Kung Fu Panda merchandise packs on our dedicated competitions page 6. If you are pregnant or have recently had a baby read some tips on combined bottle and breastfeeding - with the opportunity to win an Avent electric breast pump on page 26. I hope you enjoy this Spring Issue and don’t forget to mention us when contacting any of the advertisers. You can also find regularly updated listings and events online at www.kidaround.biz The Summer Issue is published on 20th June - see you then!
What’s On 22 Diary Dates
Family Life 27 Learning & Education 28 Get Active 29 Let’s Party
Early Years
26 Beauty, Bump & Baby 30 Childcare
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BOOKS TO READ R EV IEWED BY LOCAL CHILDR EN
Dorrie and the Blue Witch by Patricia Coombs RRP £5.99 I was able to read this book myself. It had lots of lovely pictures. I enjoyed it. It was quick to read. It was about Dorrie, a girl whose mummy was a witch. She was visited by a bad blue witch. Dorrie captured the blue witch and put her in a bottle. The next day she got a golden cauldron for capturing her, and they had a party. My favourite character was Dorrie’s cat. He was cute. His name was Gink. Reviewed by Daisy Larkin aged 7
My Funny Family Gets Funnier by Chris Higgins RRP: £5.99
This book wasn’t one of my favourite books because I didn’t really understand it which made it a bit boring for me. I did like uncle vez though he was quite funny and mattie who loved hats because I like wearing funny hats. I felt sad when mattie had an ear infection but it made me happy that uncle vez was looking after her.
Have you Seen Elephant by David Barrow RRP £10.99 From the moment we opened this book Matilda was drawn in. Together we enjoyed exploring the pages and searching for the elephant ‘hidden’ in various places around the home. Matilda enjoyed this story so much that once we had read it once, she wanted to read it again and again. Each time we read the book, we found other characters and objects to discuss. A great book which can be extended through your own game of hide and seek!
The Anniversary edited by Veronica Henry (part of the Galaxy Light Read One for selection) RRP £1 adults Being a busy working mum often means having very little ‘me’ time. This is a great book for a busy mum, who may have 5 minutes when sitting down with a cuppa! Having a book of ten quick reads is great - meaning a sense of achievement once finishing each one. A great combination of stories which will appeal to all. From wartime tragedy to family dramas to tasty recipes! This book is a must read for those ‘on the go.’
Reviewed by Matilda Hardie aged 2
Reviewed by Romany Osbourne (parent)
Oddsockosaurus by Zanib Mian
Hamish and the Neverpeople by Danny Wallace RRP: £6.99 I found Hamish and the Neverpeople to be funny and a very good book. I hadn’t read the previous Hamish book but this didn’t seem to matter. This exciting story is about Hamish and his friends trying to defeat the Terribles and save King Les of the Other Earth from the evil character, Scarmarsh, who is trying to zap him to cause both of his halves to be blanked. The character names are fantastic and the story has very good descriptions. I would recommend this book to my friends and other children 9+ years old.
RRP: £6.99 We thought the book was great, loved the different names for the dinosaurs. Very funny trying to pronounce them! But a good story that Dexter was captivated by and understood. The illustration and colours were fun too
Reviewed by Dexter Cozins aged 3 and his mum Amy
Reviewed by Leo Marshall aged 9
Reviewed by Sophie Downey aged 8 years WIN WIN WIN - You can win a copy of one of these books, to enter visit: www.kidaround.biz. If your child would like to review one of our books in www.kidaround.biz • Spring 16 • North Essex • 4 future publications, please email suzanne.gardner@kidaround.biz
Competitions
KidAround have some amazing competitions for you this Spring..... All you have to do is enter!
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Good luck!
We sent our little reporters out again and look who they met
KidAround’s little reporters, Holly and Gracie, were invited along to the grand opening of Base Jump Trampoline Park in Rayleigh. They had the opportunity to meet with our very own Essex boys; Joey Essex and gold medallist trampolining star, Josh Newman. Here’s their report: “It was amazing meeting Joey and asking him about his ‘I’m Celebrity Get Me Out Here’ experience. Joey said “it was really tough”. We then got to have a nice chat with Josh and asked him some fun questions:” Holly & Gracie: How many double & triple jumps can you do? Josh: Earlier today I did 3 triple jumps and 7 double jumps Josh Holly & Gracie: Who’s your hero? gettin g rea dy to Josh: Outside of trampolining, it’s got to be Usain Bolt because of the amount of records he has jump from the h igh to set. He is amazing - a great role model. wer. Holly & Gracie: What’s the strangest food you have ever eaten? Josh: Hmmm, whilst in Australia I tried kangaroo - that was pretty strange. (Holly & Gracie giggle and pull a yucky face). Holly & Gracie: Whilst training do you have a strict diet? Josh: Yes, leading up to competitions it’s very strict and I have to cut out all fast food such as McDonalds, not that I eat much of it, but I do have to eat really healthily. Holly & Gracie: If you had a brainwashing machine who would you use it on? Josh: Ooooh, I think I would use it on my teachers at school, so they would think I have done all my work...chuckles all round! Interview ends. What they had to say about Base Jump: “What a fun and amazing place to go, we loved jumping off the high tower into the foam pit. Trampoline parks are a good way to keep kids fit too as you don’t stop jumping.” Thanks for inviting us. Holly Ellison & Gracie Hurley Holly & Gracie happy having photo with Josh Newman All have socks on ready to jump!
Smiles all round - Holly & Gracie meeting with the Essex Star, Joey Essex
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NEWS & VIEWS
Our Local and National News/Events For Spring
Sport Relief 2016 From Friday 18th to Sunday 20th March 2016 the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Games are back and pupils and teachers across the East of England will walk, run, swim or cycle to raise vital cash to help change the lives of vulnerable people here in the UK and across the world’s poorest communities. This year, Comic Relief is challenging schools in the East to try a new twist on their sport activity - from wearing fancy dress to balancing bean bags on their heads. Sign up for a free school fundraising kit, with fundraising ideas, posters, balloons and stickers, as well as learning resources to help pupils understand where the money goes. Go to sportrelief.com/schools
Easter Time Good Friday this year falls on
25th March,see our Diary Dates guide on page 22 for some great Easter events. Have fun eating lots of yummy chocolate.
Keep up to with the latest KidAround news and competitions via our facebook page, twitter and online!
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NEWS & VIEWS
Beanstalk Children’s Therapy
Offering services to children and young people aged 0 to 16 years. The team comprises of highly qualified, experienced Occupational Therapists alongside Speech and Language Therapists. They are registered with the Health & Care Professions Council, British Association and College of Occupational Therapists, as well as the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists. They offer new, exciting treatment approaches, including Sensory Integration Therapy and Therapeutic Listening™. They work with children who have difficulty with: • Attention and listening • Coordination • Fine and gross motor (e.g. balance and catching/throwing) skills • Handwriting and scissor skills • Play skills • Self-care skills (e.g. dressing, toileting) • Sensory processing • Speech, language and communication www.beanstalktherapy.co.uk/
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Razzamataz classes are great fun.
Children keep fit and active without even realizing it! They learn to better express themselves which leads to increased confidence and self-esteem. Performing Arts has also been shown to have a significant impact on improving literacy levels in children as it stimulates creativity, assists language development and communication skills. Acting, singing and dance are becoming increasingly popular with boys, who are often reluctant to participate and can need a fair bit of encouragement. Their teachers know how to inspire and they soon become hooked! They have an increasing number of boys at Razzamataz Rayleigh and are keen to encourage more. Book a free trial session now! For more information contact: 01268 683512 or 07787 570760 rayleighwest@razzamataz.co.uk
Let your child run off some energy this Spring
Did you know just how much family fun there is to be had when your active under 6 joins Little Scrummers Rugby Club? You will soon see that the exciting lessons given indoors & outdoors on Saturday mornings can be made into fun family activities whenever and wherever you want! There are many other advantages to joining Little Scrummers Rugby: at the weekly 45-55 minute sessions, the children gain confidence, improve their gross motor skills and communication and behaviour. These fun filled sessions lead by fully qualified coaches who play and/or coach at their own local rugby clubs. So, if you have pre-school children who have loads of energy, who love running around and mixing with other children then sign up for a *free trial session* to see if it’s the right fit for you and your family. Classes across Essex, Herts & Cambs & Franchises Available! For more information about your child joining Little Scrummers Rugby or Franchise opportunties, please contact 0330 088 1172 or email: mail@littlecrummers.com or visit them online at www.littlescrummerscom
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Little Otters Baby Swimming
Little Otters is a small friendly swim school run by Jan and Michelle. Parents themselves, their philosophy is that babies and children have fun. Lessons are designed around the natural and holistic Birthlight method, starting with parent and baby bonding, water confidence and progressing at each baby’s own pace. Children with a parent in the water can learn through the fun, songs and games to love the water, be safer around water and eventually learn to swim small independent distances. Please visit them at www.little-otters.com if you wish to find out more.
ACTIVE KIDS
High Ropes and adventure in Essex
Exciting things are happening at Rope Runners for 2016. When they opened their doors in 2009, they invested heavily in the latest safety technology for their ropes course – now, seven years on, they have invested again in the highest grade of safety system. They encourage people to participate fully in their high ropes adventure with their excellent crew members on hand if you need any advice. With 6 different courses on 3 different levels, there is something for everyone over the age of 6. Finish off your session with the climbing wall, big zip wire, and 13 metre freefall jump. If heights aren’t your thing they also do archery, air rifles, tunnels, assault course, orienteering, bushcraft and team building. Throughout the school holidays they run full and half day multi-activity days and wristband days so that you can try your hand at all the activities. Children under 16 must be accompanied at all times. They offer lots of birthday party packages including their ropes course party, It’s My Party Get Me Out of Here, activity party, assault course party, full multi activity day, and their new bushcraft party. All of the parties start from age 8yrs. Hot food can be added at an extra charge. Not had enough excitement for one day? Then you can always finish off your day with a trip to The Secret Nuclear Bunker or the new neighbours Clue HQ. To book please visit www.roperunners.co.uk or call our office on 01277 364470
“Giving every child such an amazing experience they can’t wait to come back!”
Superb Easter & Summer camps at over 35 locations! Fantastic range of activities for 4.5-16 years. The best qualified staff:child ratios of any comparable provider. Extended hours from 8am-6pm. Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted more times and more consistently than any other activity day camp provider. A brilliant childcare option for working parents! They even accept childcare vouchers! Barracudas, the UK’s No1 children’s activity camp offers peace of mind for working parents during the Easter & Summer holidays. After a successful 2015 they are extremely excited to kick off 2016 with over 35 locations operating this year. With action packed programmes and choice of varied activities including archery, dance & drama, fencing, motor sports and swimming, they have plenty to keep your children entertained! They also have fantastic roaming equipment that visits camps including their climbing wall, bungee run and giant inflatable assault course. Where will you play? Brentwood County High School, Brentwood Summer: 25th July – 19th August Chelmsford County High School, Chelmsford Easter: 29th March – 8th April Summer: 25th July – 19th August Chigwell School, Chigwell Easter: 29th March – 8th April Summer: 25th July – 19th August
Hutton Manor, Hutton Easter: 29th March – 8th April Summer: 25th July – 26th August Coopers’ Co. & Coburn School, Upminster Easter: 29th March – 8th April Summer: 25th July – 19th August Woodford County High School, Woodford Easter: 29th March – 8th April Summer: 25th July – 19th August
Their popular camps sell out fast. To secure your child’s place call us on 0845 123 5299 or visit www.barracudas.co.uk
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ACTIVE KIDS
Ultimate Activity Camps Arrives in Brentwood Busy working parents can heave a sigh of relief as Ultimate Activity Camps arrive in Brentwood bringing their holiday activity programmes to Brentwood School for children aged 4-14 years! With over 25 years’ experience of running first-class holiday camps, Ultimate Activity Camps offer the opportunity for children to have fun, meet friends and learn new skills during the Easter and Summer holidays. From swimming, zorbing and tennis to archery, art and fencing, there are over 40 games, sports or creative activities on offer giving children a new experience every day. Ultimate Activity Camps deliver Ofsted-registered premium children’s activity day camps that offer an exciting range of over 40 activities delivered by inspiring and enthusiastic staff. Whether children are new to holiday clubs or seasoned ‘campers’, their team will instruct and encourage children to try new activities and build self-confidence – and naturally have lots of fun! Brentwood School offers first-class facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, sports pitches, sports hall and indoor space, the perfect setting for holiday fun whether just for a day or for several weeks – the choice is yours (or your child’s!). Their 2016 dates are: Easter: Tuesday 29th March to Friday 8th April (not bank holidays) Summer: Monday 18th July to Friday 26th August Please visit their website (www.ultimateactivity.co.uk) which explains everything about their activities, how to book and special offers - you can also call their friendly team on 0844 870 7077.
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ACTIVE KIDS
Hadleigh Park is the ideal setting for a great day out!
Go along and see the Olympic Mountain Bike course that was designed to test the best athletes in the world. There is over 18km of trail to suit all abilities and ages so you don’t need to be a pro to have a go! Home of mountain biking at the London 2012 Olympics, this world-class sporting venue boasts a huge network of bike trails alongside a large car park, café and children’s play area. They have a specially designed skills area and pump track that allows you to test your own ability before you set off. The tracks are free to ride and there is an on-site bike shop for bike hire or repair. Families can enjoy idyllic walks with magnificent views, learn about the rich history and discover a wide range of wildlife. The café has a range of seasonal offers and delicious treats ready to refresh you after a day of adventure. Be an Eggsplorer this Easter! Join Hadleigh Park for an eggstravaganza of activities for the whole family! There are lots of fun filled events planned, ideal for keeping the little ones busy during the school holidays. Sat 26 March Easter Arts and Crafts Sun 27 March Iron Age Roundhouse Open Afternoon Mon 28 March The Easter Egg-lympics* Wed 30 March Family Bike Ride* Thurs 31 March Kite Making Fri 1 April Spotlight Safari
Sun 3 April Adventure – Ready Your Knot!* Tue 5 April Dino Story Thurs 7 April Sheerluck Holmes Detective Trail Sun 10 April Iron Age Roundhouse Open Afternoon Daily The Wacky Wheels Challenge
Have fun, create memories and enjoy some fresh air. * Pre-booking essential on 0345 603 7624. For family bike ride call 01702 551076 Keep an eye out for free balance bike sessions. These give children the chance to test their balance both on and off their bike and help them progress. Parents can try one of the new bootcamp sessions available, or join a Go-Tri event, perfect for cyclists and runners. Soon parkrun will also be available. There is always lots on for families in the school holidays and throughout the year. To keep in touch with the latest information, event, hot offers and mountain biking tips, sign up to the Hadleigh Park newsletter or visit www.hadleigh-park.co.uk
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ACTIVE KIDS TheatreTrain, Stage Schools and Agency
Theatretrain has specialised in providing top class training in the performing arts since 1992 and is one of the major part time training companies in the UK. Weekly part time classes on Saturdays are held in acting, singing and dancing and are delivered by teams of dedicated, professional teaching staff. Theatretrain’s pioneering approach to training builds confidence, boosts self-esteem and is also great fun! These skills will enhance self-development and equip your child for a successful life in a competitive world. With centres in Maldon, Burnham, Chelmsford, Leigh-on-Sea and Southendon-Sea, Theatretrain classes are held on Saturdays. Specialist workshops and masterclasses are held throughout the year with the opportunity to perform and take part in their excellent extra activities are endless. In September 2016, Southend-on-Sea and Leigh-on-Sea Theatretrain will be performing in their highly acclaimed show “How To Make Hero” at London’s Royal Albert Hall whilst Maldon, Burnham and Chelmsford Theatretrain will perform in local shows at professional venues across Essex. In addition to this, Maldon & Burnham Theatretrain will also see the first of two specialist workshops in 2016 with members of the West End casts of Matilda & Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! Chelmsford Theatretrain will be running a summer school in July and August. Theatretrain has the backing of some very talented and well-known patrons including Hollywood and theatre greats; Alfred Molina and Sir Derek Jacobi and the incredible Catherine Tate and Lucy Davis! Join Theatretrain today and be part of the magic!! Please see our advert below for contact information or visit our website at www.theatretrain.co.uk. To claim a free trial session quote KIDAROUND when contacting them. https://www.facebook.com/theatretrainLeighandSouthend https://www.facebook.com/chelmsford.theatretrain https://www.facebook.com/chelmsford.theatretrain
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Schools Feature
Use this guide to give you information on schools in Essex Is your child starting school this year?
Here are some key questions you could ask when visiting prospective schools.
What’s the child-to-teacher ratio? Classes shouldn’t have more than 30 children. However, there are big differences between schools as to how many teaching assistants they have in each class.
How do they settle children? Sending your child off to school can be daunting, they seem so little. they be comforted if they fall over or fall out with friends?
How will
How do they support high and low achievers? Most children fall somewhere in the middle when they start school. How do the school support children who find learning challenging and also those who excel?
Are there School Dinners? Children in the first three years are currently entitled to free school meals. You could ask for a sample menu to see what sort of food is provided.
Are there morning and after school clubs? This can be important for working parents. Are there after school or breakfast clubs? What are the arrangements with local childcare providers? Do they collect from school?
How easy is it to meet with teachers? Is it possible to meet with your child’s teacher or headteacher at short notice if you have concerns or issues?
What is their approach to bullying? Hopefully this isn’t something that you will have to deal with. However, it might be useful to find out if their approach to dealing with occurrences is in line with what you think is appropriate.
Hutton Manor is awarded NACE Challenge Award
Hutton Manor School is the 355th school nationally to achieve the prestigious NACE Challenge Award for More Able, Gifted and Talented Pupils. This Award is given for high quality work by the whole school, teachers and governors, in challenging all pupils, including those with high abilities, to achieve their best. NACE Chief Executive Rowena Gaston said: “Hutton Manor has worked hard to win the NACE Challenge Award status. It has shown itself to be committed to developing a school where all pupils are challenged to be the best they can be. The more able and talented children are challenged and this helps the other learners to see what can be achieved.” The Award is given by NACE: the National Association for Able Children in Education, a leading national education organisation established for over 30 years. The Association exists to provide advice, training and resources for teachers, including the NACE Challenge Award SelfEvaluation Framework which Hutton Manor has used to audit and plan what it provides for more able, gifted and talented pupils. Many thousands of primary schools are using the NACE Challenge Award Framework to develop their work. Assessors judged the quality of the school’s work by observing lessons, interviewing the pupils, teachers, parents and governors and by looking at the pupils’ work. The Award is given when schools demonstrate that they meet the criteria of the Award and will are committed to continuing to ensure high-quality provision for more able, gifted and talented pupils. Hutton Manor School is holding an Open Day on Saturday 19th March 2016 from 10:00am – 1:00pm. For further information please contact the Admissions Registrar, Debbie Cook on 01277 245595 or dc@woodlandsschools.co.uk or visit www.woodlandsschools.co.uk www.kidaround.biz • Spring 16 • South Essex • 15
SCHOOLS
New Hall School
New Hall School is a day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 3-18 years. It is set in a stunning location, dominated by the former Tudor palace of Beaulieu – once owned by Henry VIII – and surrounded by an historic park and gardens. They believe that a New Hall education enables students to confidently meet the challenges of the world. There, students of different traditions are educated in an environment where academic excellence is achieved. This is brought about in surroundings where relationships are based on trust and respect. At New Hall they operate the highly successful ‘diamond model’ structure, that is, co-education in the Preparatory School (ages 3-11), single-sex education in the Boys’ Division and Girls’ Division (11-16) and co-education in the Sixth Form (16-18). In this way, New Hall provides the best of both worlds; the benefits of a coeducational environment, together with the advantages of girls and boys being taught separately at Key Stages 3 and 4. Within the Preparatory School, they offer a rich and varied curriculum within an environment where every child is known. Small class sizes of around 20 children, along with differentiated lessons and setting for Maths and English in Years 3 and 5 respectively, ensure that pupils are appropriately challenged and make exceptional progress. Wraparound care and an optional breakfast club offer peace of mind to busy parents who know their children are in a safe, caring and familiar setting. Go along and visit them to see for yourself why New Hall is such a great place to be educated. The next Open Morning is on Saturday 30 April and our Spring Fun Day is on Saturday 21 May. See www.newhallschool.co.uk for details.
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St John’s School Billericay
From the moment a child enters St John’s, whatever their age, they are treated as an individual. Kindergarten pupils benefit from having specialist teachers for Music, IT and PE. Junior pupils study verbal and non-verbal reasoning and continue to have specialist teachers for the subjects above and also for French, Art and Swimming. Senior School pupils follow a broad curriculum, with GCSE courses including PE, Art, Drama, French, Spanish, Geography, History, Music, Statistics and traditional core subjects. Pupils make excellent progress throughout the school. The Sport England standard Sports Hall hosts trampolining, cricket, table tennis, badminton, and basketball to name but a few. The lower field is the venue for football and rugby matches and the location of the netball and tennis courts. They have a proven track record in field events with pupils participating at the ISA National events. A wide range of extracurricular clubs and activities are available. Pupils have the opportunity to participate in instrumental lessons, join the school orchestra and the choir. Performing arts, both musical and drama, are a pivotal part of the school, with fantastic LAMDA exam success rates. Their passion is to ensure that when a child leaves St. John’s School they have fully achieved their potential. They instil all the virtues of politeness, integrity and consideration of others into their pupils, creating a magical atmosphere where learning, creativity and success is enjoyed by everyone. Open Mornings are being held on 8th March 2016 and 26th April 2016, (tours will commence at 9.30am and 10.30am) or on Saturday 18th June from 10am to 12.30pm. Alternatively, call 01277 623070 to make an individual appointment with our Headmistress. See for yourself first-hand the unique opportunities St. John’s School has to offer both academically and socially.
SCHOOLS “Outcomes for Children at Woodlands School are Outstanding”
Staff and parents are celebrating this week at Woodlands School and Little Acorns Nursery after achieving a superb ‘Early Years Foundation Stage’ inspection report. The school and nursery based in Great Warley, Brentwood were inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate in December 2015. A team of inspectors spent two days at the school and immersed themselves into busy school life. They interviewed pupils, parents and staff and in conversations with inspectors, parents described the communication at the school as “amazing”, and every parent indicated that they would recommend the setting to other parents. The school’s end-of-inspection report included the following highlights: • Outcomes for children are outstanding. • The quality of teaching, learning and assessment is outstanding. • The personal development, behaviour and welfare of the children are outstanding. • All children make good and consistent progress. • The close-knit supportive community helps children feel secure and happy. As a result their personal and emotional development is excellent. • Children’s behaviour is exemplary. They are polite and considerate to others, spontaneously congratulate each other on the successful completion of an activity. • Evaluation of the educational programmes, including the quality of teaching, learning and assessment is highly effective. • Teachers know the children in their care extremely well and understand how they learn. Head Teacher, Katharine Mansfield commented; “We are delighted with our recent inspection report. Staff are to be congratulated for their dedication to pupils, excellent pastoral care and commitment to the success of our pupils.” Woodlands School, Great Warley are holding an Open Day on Saturday 5th March 2016 from 10:00am – 1:00pm. For further information please contact their Admissions Registrar, Debbie Cook on 01277 245595 or dc@woodlandsschools.co.uk or visit www.woodlandsschools.co.uk
Ormiston Rivers Academy
Ormiston Rivers Academy is a unique 11-18 co-educational academy which is delighted to be working in close partnership with the Ormiston Trust family of academies. Being smaller than other local secondary education providers means they are able to focus on every student’s achievement and well-being, much like a close family. They want the best for their youngsters and will seek new and diverse ways of achieving this for each individual child. This has proved to be very successful in enabling students to meet their goals. All Ormiston academies share the OAT ethos of: ensuring every child reaches their full potential: being aspirational and committed to academic excellence and being supportive yet courageous in its approach. They were delighted to be identified by Ofsted as a “Good” school in July 2013. Since then the Academy has continued to grow and in 2014 received an award in recognition of being in the top 10% of schools nationally for value-added, an accreditation that has been maintained. They truly endeavour to ensure that the experience of learning with them is positive, and encourages a lifelong enthusiasm for learning in all their students. They are also proud to be an integral part of the local and wider community and enjoy the opportunities this affords their youngsters for extended activities and “real” citizenship. Their 2015 results confirmed their continual improvement, with record numbers of students achieving 5+ A*-C grades (including English & Mathematics) at GCSE or equivalent. To arrange a visit please contact Mrs Edwards, Admissions officer on 01621 787844
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The Longest Easter Egg Hunt in Essex?
The Epping Ongar Railway is a fantastic, great value and accessible day out for the family. A day out with the Epping Ongar Railway will give you the chance to explore train and bus travel as it was years ago with a beatutiful backdrop of the ancient woodlands of Epping Forest and Essex countryside – mostly from the comfort of a train seat with a large window! Trains run between Ongar, North Weald and Epping Forest, whilst the buses will pick up from right outside Epping Underground and Shenfield Stations. The Railway hosts events throughout the year including probably the longest Easter Egg Hunt in Essex which stretches the length of roughly 131,579 eggs laid end to end! See website www.eorailway.co.uk for details of all events, fares and timetables.
Lathcoats Farm
As winter draws towards a close at Lathcoats Farm they are looking forward to the new season with anticipation. Depending on the weather the apples should be in blossom in April or May which is something that always lifts the spirits. Later, from around the second half of June strawberries and other summer fruits will be available for Pick Your Own. But at any time of year you will always receive a warm welcome at the farm, their shop is stocked with delicious food from the region’s finest specialist producers and the Bee Shed serves delicious coffee and homemade cakes and light lunches. For more information call 01245 353021 or go online: www.lathcoatsfarm.co.uk
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All Creatures Great & Small at Barleylands
There’ll be even more free range family fun this Spring in the Farm Park! Daily from Good Friday to Friday 8th April meet Easter babies galore and take part in egg-stra activities. Join the Easter Bunny on his Egg Hunt, bottle feed lambs, plus you may see new life emerging in the chick hatchery, with lambing live, and even in the reptile house! There’ll also be tractor rides, soft play, birds of prey and outdoor adventures. Look out for Animal Antics Weekend and Farmer Week in May too! Barleylands is at Barleylands Road, Billericay, CM11 2UD. Tel: 01268 532253 www.barleylands.co.uk
The Best Big Day Out For PreSchoolers- The 3foot People Festival,
Hylands Park, Chelmsford, Essex (28-30th June 2016) The largest outdoor festival exclusively for pre-school children. The 3foot People Festival, will be staged at Hylands Park, Chelmsford, Essex between the 28-30th June 2016. Over 14,000 pre-school children, parents and carers are expected to be overwhelmed with wonder as they experience this unique boutique festival in Chelmsford. The festival will be full of activities and performances to enthuse both children and adults alike, including arts and craft-making sessions, an enormous sandpit, a mini farm, storytelling, and much more. The beautiful village of tents, tepees and domes will host an array of playful activities to inspire and entertain. The 3foot People Festival is organised by Chelmsford City Council, Festival Director Andy Winmill, says: “Each year the 3foot People Festival attracts thousands of children and carers to Hylands Park to be enthralled by a world of play, adventure and creativity. Last year the event sold out in just 48 hours, so this year we’re excited to see another sell out event enjoyed by a new generation of the 3foot community.” The festival will also include parenting information and advice area, on site cafés, bottle warming and food heating facilities, and a nappy and nursing tent. Tickets available online from 9am on 20th April and face to face at Chelmsford Civic Theatre from 10am. Adults aged 16 and over and children 2 – 5 years of age £11 under 2s (please note this includes babes in arms). £5.50 . Return bus tickets and car parking tickets are also available to purchase in advance. To find out more about The 3foot People Festival, visit www.chelmsford.gov.uk/3foot. You can also like ‘The 3foot People Festival’ at www.facebook.com/3footfestival and follow festival developments via @culteventsteam on Twitter.
Days out with the kids where every visit ends with a memory
Are you stuck for ideas? Well here are some to get you going: Fun at Lee Valley Regional Park: There’s plenty to keep you and the kids entertained. From toddlers to teenagers, there’s a whole host of activities, fun days out and events to get all the family out and about. Entertainment at Marsh Farm: Create magical memories with animal interactions and shows, including pesky pets show, pony grooming and meet a pet - your little ones will not get bored. Events at Audley End: Audley End has a busy programme of events with lots to see and do there. Explore life below stairs in the service wing and meet the horses in the stable yard. Discover the gorgeous gardens and have fun in the children’s play area. Spring fun at Barleylands: Join in super silly wacky races, get eyeball to eyeball with snakes, spiders and critters from Snakes Alive or search for hidden treasure. Royal Gunpowder Mills and the Lab Rats: Professor Nitrate will be venturing out to join other mad scientists as they create really wild experiments only safe for the outdoors. The Lab Rats can’t wait to show you their eccentric experiments and contraptions. Energise at Wild Forest Gym: Have your children got energy they need to burn? Are they bored? Have a fun packed exhilarating day with the kids on the full size obstacle course that includes monkey bars, climbing ropes, hang tough rings, walls and so much more. Go wild with the RSPB: Drop in to one of the RSPB reserves throughout Essex and take part in some fabulous family activities! There’s something happening almost every day. For more ideas on family days out go to www.visitessex.com/days-out
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Cycling families urged to support Ride For Helen!
Fun for everyone – this year’s Ride For Helen is set to attract cyclists of all ages raising money for Essex-based Helen Rollason Cancer Charity, who support people living with cancer. Now in its third year, the 2016 cycle ride event on Sunday, May 8 features four routes designed for all ages and abilities. The shortest six mile route is ideal for families and for each paying adult, there is a FREE junior place for children aged 16 and under. HRCC fundraising manager Kate Alden said: “Last year’s Ride For Helen raised more than £38,000 with 830 cyclists taking part. This year we’re hoping the wider choice of routes will attract the keenest of cyclists but also more families to join in too.” The event – supported by Essex Audi Group - starts and finishes in Hatfield Peverel with four circular courses of six miles, 15 miles, 35 miles and 65 miles. Prices start from £15 per adult and £8 for fee-paying juniors. The event base at Hatfield Peverel will feature refreshments, entertainment, a photo point, post ride relaxation opportunities, and cycling equipment to buy. To register go to www.rideforhelen.co.uk, or to find out more call 01245 380719, or visit www.helenrollason.org.uk. You can also find out more about the great work that Helen Rollason Cancer Charity does at the website mentioned. The first 150 riders to register will receive a FREE t-shirt. Could you spare a couple of hours to volunteer on the day as a route marshal, or help out at the Hatfield Peverel event base? Call 01245 380719, or email fundraising@helenrollason.org.uk
Coalhouse Fort, Tilbury Essex
Coalhouse Fort is a mid-Victorian fort built between 1861 – 1874 to defend the River Thames and London from Napoleon III and continued to be manned by both the Army and Royal Navy until 1962 when it was handed over to Thurrock Council. From 1983 it has been operated and maintained by the Coalhouse Fort Project to preserve and develop it for future generations. It is open on the last Sunday of each month and Bank Holidays from March – November each year with a number of special events. There is an aircraft museum with WW2 aircraft relics and their histories plus the military museum covering fort army and navy history over the past 150 years plus a 38 ton Victorian RML replica gun. www.coalhousefort.co.uk 01375 844203
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Clacton Factory Outlet - family fun this Easter Children and even the big kid parents are invited to come and enjoy a range of extra special family fun this Easter Bank Holiday at Clacton Factory Outlet, including mischief from the Mad Hatter, an Easter Egg hunt and even a petting farm. The shopping outlet is playing host to four days of fun throughout the entire Easter Bank Holiday this March. All activities are free and will run from 11am – 4pm each day. There is something for all ages and a great way to hit the shops whilst keeping the children happy this Easter. The long weekend kick off with a visit from the Mad Hatter on Good Friday, 25th March – he will be performing magic tricks, making amazing balloon models for boys and girls to take home and getting up to all sorts of mischief with customers followed by this is a day of face painting and an Easter Egg hunt eggstravaganza on Saturday 26th March. Children can pick any design they wish for their face paint, from Easter themed bunny faces to super heroes, and there will be lots of tasty treats for those who take part in the hunt. Finally, Clacton Factory Outlet will play host to a super cute petting farm on Easter Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday 27th & 28th March. There will be ducklings, chicks, bunnies and goats to name a few for you and your little ones to meet. The perfect Easter weekend and start to the school holidays. For more information on what’s happening at Clacton Factory Outlet this Easter, please visit www. clactonfactoryoutlet.co.uk or find us on Facebook.
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Diary Dates Use our comprehensive list of events to ensure your family time is packed full of fun this Spring. Sat 12 Disabled Access Day
Fri 25 – Fri 8 (April) Creatures Great & Small
Open to all ages and abilities, come and try something new. Chelmsford Museum, CM2 9AQ. 01245 605700. www.chelmsford.gov.uk Free Entry
New babies galore, bottle feeding, live lambing, egg hunt with the Easter Bunny. 10am - 5pm. Farm Park admission £10.50/ £11.50/ £40 (under 2’s free). Barleylands Farm Park, Billericay, CM11 2UD. www.barleylands.co.uk
Sun 13 NCT Nearly New Sale High quality baby and children’s clothing, toys, books, nursery equipment. 10.30am12pm (10am for NCT members). £1.50 entry. Brentwood School Sports Centre, CM15 8EE. www.nct.org.uk/brentwood
Sat 5 Mother’s Day Crafts
Sat 19 & Sun 20 Sandford Mill Open Day
A drop in craft event to celebrate Mother’s day. 11am- 3pm. Belfairs Woodland Centre, SS9 3SH. 01702 477467. BE
Lots of activities as we celebrate British Science Week. Sandford Mill Road, CM2 6NY. 01245 475498. www.chelmsford.gov. uk Free Entry
Sat 5 Mystery at The Mansion
Sat 19 Mum2mum Nearly New Sale
Interview suspects to solve the Victorian mystery. Age: 8yrs. 11am-3pm. £5. Valentines Mansion, Ilford IG1 4XA. BE
Sun 6 Mums Go Free Free entry for all mums accompanied by one paying child. 10am-5pm. Adults £11.50 (mums free with a paying child when booking online). Farm Park admission children £10.50, adults £11.50, concessions £10.50, Under 2’s free, family £40). Barleylands Farm Park, Billericay, CM11 2UD. www.barleylands.co.uk BE
Mon 7 – Thur 31 Hope in the Great War Exhibition telling the wartime story of six heroic RNLI rescues, with family friendly, interactive displays. 10am-4pm. (Pier admissions apply). The Royal Pavilion, Southend Pier, SS1 1EE. 01702 215620.
Thur 10 Blues and Twos – The Police Dog Includes rhyme, stories, trails and a craft activity. Age 2 -4 yrs. 10 -10.45am / 11.30 12.15pm. £2.50. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum BE
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2-4pm. Adult entry £2, children free. Hylands School, Chelmsford, CM1 3DF
Sat 19 Astronomy Open Evening Explore the sky. Expert knowledge provided by Castle Point Astronomy Club. Event will run only if skies are clear. 7 - 9pm. Chapel Lane car park, Hadleigh, Benfleet SS7 2PP. Free Event
Sun 20 Science Sunday Fascinating Science demonstrations plus activities. Museum and tearoom open with miniature steam train rides (fare £1). Adult £5, Senior £4.50, child (5-15) £2, under 5s free. Museum of Power, nr Maldon CM9 6QA www.museumofpower.org.uk
Thur 24 – Tue 29 Circus Zyair A colourful and action packed show with acts from all over the world. 4 - 8pm. Priory Park, Southend, SS2 6BN. 07775 958800.BE
Fri 25 - Sun 10 (April) Birds, Bunnies and Blooms Follow the museum trail, with a spring theme. Suitable for children age 4+. 50p per entry. 01245 605700. Chelmsford Museum, CM2 9AQ. www.chelmsford.gov.uk
Fri 25 – Mon 28 Easter Egg Hunt Find all the eggs whilst travelling on heritage buses and trains. £8 child/£15 adult, £39/family. Epping Ongar Railway, CM5 9BN. 01277 365200 www.eorailway.co.uk
Fri 25 & Sun 27 Easter Eggstravaganza Can you find the chocolate treats? Plus make an Easter themed craft and pond dipping. 10am - 3pm. Child: £7, adult: £1. Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre, Downham, CM11 1WT. www.essexwt.org.uk
Fri 25 Forest Friday Crafts and activities with an Easter theme, both indoors & out. Age: 0-8yrs. 10am - 12pm. £5. Children must be accompanied. Belfairs Woodland Centre, Leigh-On-Sea, SS9 4LR. www.essexwt.org.uk BE
Fri 25 Easter Bonnets & Bunnies Make an Easter bonnet and meet the Easter bunnies. 10:30am - 12pm /12.302pm. £5. Chafford Gorges Nature Park, Grays, RM16 6RG. www.essexwt.org.uk
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Sat 26 & Mon 28 Eggsplorer Trail
Sun 27 Easter Egg Hunt
Follow the eggsplorer trail, crack the clues and earn your eggy reward. 10am-3pm. £5. Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre, Downham, CM11 1WT. www.essexwt.org.uk
Follow the trail answering wildlife questions to win a chocolate prize. Plus Easter themed crafts. 10am - 4pm. £6. Langdon Nature Reserve, Basildon SS16 6EB. www. essexwt.org.uk BE
Sat 26 Egg Trail
Mon 28 – Fri 1 (April) Dragons and Unicorns
Follow the clues to find all the creatures that lay eggs and win a prize! 10am-3pm. Belfairs Woodland Centre, SS9 3SH. 01702 477467. BE
Join illustrator Frances Barry in making 2D moving paper puppets. Age: 5-12yrs. 10.15/11.45/1.45/ 3.15. £5 (with parent/ carer). Museum of Childhood, London E2 9PA. 020 8983 5219. www.vam.ac.uk/moc
Sat 26 Easter Trail Search for the golden eggs and win a prize. All ages. 10am – 4pm. £1. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum
Sat 26 Easter Fun Coconut shy, Easter craft, badge making, face painting, tractor rides. Meet the Easter bunny and receive your egg. 11am - 1pm. £5 child; £1 adult. Chafford Gorges Nature Park, Grays, RM16 6RG. www.essexwt.org.uk BE
Sat 26 Easter Arts & Crafts Hot cross bun workshop, storytime, egg painting, card making, plus Egg Hunt. 11am and 2pm. £5. Hadleigh Park, SS7 2PP
Sun 27- Sun 31 (July) The Wacky Wheels Challenge Follow the exploits of the cyclists taking part in the exciting Wacky Wheels Race. A daily self-guided trail. Age: 3-10yrs. £4. Hadleigh Park, SS7 2PP
Sun 27 Transport Fest Classic vehicles, live music, craft stalls, model village and rides on miniature steam railway (£1). Steam museum and tearoom open. Adult £6, Senior £5, Child (5-15) £2, under 5s free. Gates open 10am. Museum of Power, nr Maldon, CM9 6QA. www.museumofpower.org.uk
Sun 27 Easter Sunday Crafts Easter fun and crafts available for all ages. 10am - 1pm. Small charge for crafts. Belfairs Woodland Centre, Leigh-On-Sea, SS9 4LR. www.essexwt.org.uk
Mon 28 The Easter Egg-lympics Bring a hard-boiled egg to decorate, then take part in a series of challenging events. Age: 5yrs+. 10.30am. £4/child. Chapel Lane car park, Hadleigh Park, SS7 2PP. 0345 603 7624. BE
Tue 29 – Fri 8 (April) EGGcellent Easter Adventure Follow the trail to find the chicks and egg. Plus colour in an Easter animal mask. 10am - 4:30pm. Bank of England Museum, London EC2R 8AH. 020 7601 5545 www.bankofengland.co.uk/museum
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Tue 29 Mini Herb Plant House Make your own mini herb plant house to take home. 10:30am - 11:00am / 11-11.30 / 11.30-12 / 12-12.30. £5. Chafford Gorges Nature Park, Grays, RM16 6RG. www.essexwt.org.uk BE
Wed 30 Egg Heads Make a police officer, police dog or a robber, using polystyrene eggs. All ages. 10am – 4pm. £2. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum
Wed 30 Easter Scavenger Hunt Find the wildlife riddles and quiz questions hidden in the wood and win Easter treats. Accompanied 5-11’s. 11-1pm. £3/child. Roughtalleys Wood Nature Reserve, North Weald, CM16 6BL. 01992 564224. BE
Thur 31 Fun Thursday A fun day of outdoor activities. Age: 0-7yrs. must be accompanied. 2- 4pm. £5. Belfairs Woodland Centre, Leigh-OnSea, SS9 4LR. www.essexwt.org.uk BE
Thur 31 Fairy Wind Chimes Make a fairy wind chime to take home. 10:30am - 11:00am / 11-11.30 / 11.30-12 / 12-12.30.£5. Chafford Gorges Nature Park, Grays, RM16 6RG. www.essexwt.org.uk BE
Thur 31 Minibeast Madness Look for bugs in the woods, grass, trees and in the pond. 11am-3pm. £4. Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre, Downham, CM11 1WT. www.essexwt.org.uk
Thur 31 Wild Science Wild science experiments using parachute, paper planes and catapults. Age: 5yrs+. 10am - 12pm. £5. Langdon Nature Reserve, Basildon SS16 6EB. www.essexwt.org.uk BE
Thur 31 Flower Power Workshop Use a range of craft materials to make paper blooms. Accompanied children age 4+.10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm. £3. Chelmsford Museum, CM2 9AQ. 01245 605700. www.chelmsford.gov.uk BE
Wed 30 Easter Family Fun Days Enjoy an egg-cellent tour with Roger the Rabbit and Little Bo Peep, followed by arts and crafts. 10am-1pm. Essex Fire Museum, Grays, RM17 5QS. www.essex-fire.gov.uk/Fire_Museum BE
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Wed 6 Egg Heads Make a police officer, police dog or a robber, using polystyrene eggs. All ages. 10am – 4pm. £2. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum
Wed 6 Spring Wild Time
Fri 1 Wind in the Willows Hunt Mr Toad has managed to lose things he needs in the woods. Can you help him find them? 9am - 4pm. Trail guide £2. Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre, Downham, CM11 1WT. www.essexwt.org.uk
Sat 2 Easter Trail Search for the golden eggs and win a prize. All ages. 10am – 4pm. £1. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum
Sun 3 Adventure - Ready Your Knot! Make a shelter, test your aim and learn a few simple knots. Age: 8yrs+. 2 p.m. £5/child. Meet: Chapel Lane car park, Hadleigh, SS7 2PP. 0345 603 7624.BE
Mon 4 – Fri 8 Puppet Making Work with artist Frances Barry to bring everyday household objects magically to life. Age: 5-12yrs. 10.15, 11.45, 1.45, 3.15. £5 (with parent/carer). Museum of Childhood, London E2 9PA. 020 8983 5219. www.vam.ac.uk/moc
Mon 4 – Wed 6 Spring Craft Fair Handmade gifts, crafts and produce, plus Easter activities and children’s entertainment. 10am-4pm. Pier admission fee. Southend Pier Royal Pavilion
Tue 5 – Sat 9 Oz – The Search for Toto Outdoor trail - follow the yellow brick road and along the way meet all your favourite characters. 10am-5pm. £12.50. Nevendon Manor, Wickford, SS12 0QA. www.nevendonmanor.co.uk
Investigate the bones of a bird, learn to hunt for signs of water vole, and create dens. All children must be accompanied. 11am-2:30pm. £3.50/members £5/nonmembers. Adults/free. RSPB Bowers Marsh, SS13 2HG. 01268 498620 southessex@rspb.org.uk BE
Wed 6 Super Superheroes Kryptonite race, spiderman obstacle course and bean bag attack. Fancy dress! 10:30 - 11:30am / 12.30-1.30pm. £5. Chafford Gorges Nature Park, Grays, RM16 6RG. www.essexwt.org.uk BE
Thur 7 Easter Family Fun Days Enjoy an egg-cellent tour with Roger the Rabbit and Little Bo Peep, followed by arts and crafts. 10am-1pm. Essex Fire Museum, Grays, RM17 5QS. www.essex-fire.gov.uk/Fire_Museum BE
Thur 7 Secret Spies Test your super spy skills with the new selfled trail. Break the code and complete the challenges to receive a certificate and prize. Age: 5yrs+. 10am-4pm. £3. Langdon Nature Reserve, Basildon SS16 6EB. www.essexwt.org.uk
Thur 7 Sheerluck Holmes Detective Trail Join Sheerluck Holmes and Doctor Wotsit to solve the case and earn a prize. Age: 6yrs+. 1-3pm. £5 (includes a prize). Chapel Lane car park, Hadleigh, SS7 2PP.
Thur 7 Spring Treasure Box Workshop Make spring boxes to keep your treasures in. Accompanied children age 4+. 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm. £3. Chelmsford Museum, CM2 9AQ. 01245 605700. www.chelmsford.gov.uk BE
Fri 8 Wild 100 Can you find 100 different living things in one day? Look for birds, bugs and other beasties. Age: 0-10yrs. 10am - 4pm. £3. Langdon Nature Reserve, Basildon SS16 6EB. www.essexwt.org.uk
Sat 9 Stargazing Wonder
See what wildlife you can spot. Suitable all ages, must be accompanied. 8-9:30pm. £5/members £6/non-members. RSPB West Canvey Marsh, SS8 0QR. 01268 498620 southessex@rspb.org.uk BE
Sat 16 NCT Nearly New Sale Top quality toys, clothes and equipment. St John Payne School, Chelmsford. £2. Members entry 12.30pm; non –members 1pm. www.nct.org.uk/nns 08442436080
Sat 16 Mum2mum Nearly New Sale 10am-12pm. Adult entry £2, children free. Mayflower High School, Billericay, CM12 0RT
Sat 23 & Sun 24 Spring Diesel Gala Diesel locomotives. £8 child/£15 adult, £39/family. Epping Ongar Railway, CM5 9BN. 01277 365200. www.eorailway.co.uk
Sat 23 St George’s Day Discover English folk music and dance traditions. Plus arts and crafts. Suitable all ages. 11.30am- 4.30pm. Museum of Childhood, London E2 9PA. 020 8983 5219. www.vam.ac.uk/moc
Sat 23 Marconi Day Celebrating Marconi’s birthday. Live radio transmissions and lots of activities. Sandford Mill Road, CM2 6NY. 01245 475498. www.chelmsford.gov.uk Free Entry
Wed 27 Bat Walk Join a Woodland Ranger on a walk through the reserve to look and listen for bats. Age: 5yrs+. 8-9.30pm. £6. Belfairs Woodland Centre, SS9 3SH. 01702 477467.
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Sat 30 – Mon 2 (May) Animal Antics Weekend Lamb National, Hilly Billy Goat and Rat Races and more. 10am - 5pm. Farm Park admission (children £10.50, adults £11.50, concessions £10.50, Under 2’s free, family £40). Barleylands Farm Park, Billericay, CM11 2UD. www.barleylands.co.uk
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Sat 28 & Sun 29 Peppa Pig
Wed 1 Hedgehog Day
Peppa will be making appearances throughout the day. £8 child/£15 adult, £39/family. Epping Ongar Railway, CM5 9BN. 01277 365200. www.eorailway.co.uk
Explore the life of a hedgehog, plus games. Accompanied 5-11’s. 11-1pm. £3/child. Linder’s Field Nature Reserve, Loughton IG9 5QN. 01992 564224. BE
Sat 28 Wildlife Fun Day Get up close to snakes, owls and other animals. Suitable for children age 4+. 01245 605700. Chelmsford Museum, CM2 9AQ. www.chelmsford.gov.uk
Thur 12 Blues and Twos – The Detectives Includes rhyme, stories, trails and a craft activity. Age 2 -4 yrs. 10 -10.45am / 11.30 12.15pm. £2.50. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum BE
Fri 13 Bat Walk Listen to bats using bat detectors. 8-10pm. £6. Weald Country Park, CM14 5QS. www.visitparks.co.uk BE
Sat 14 & Sun 15 Temple at War
Mon 30 – Fri 3 (June) Be a Farmer Week Farming activities including scarecrow making and heavy horses. 10am - 5pm. Farm Park admission (children £10.50, adults £11.50, concessions £10.50, Under 2’s free, family £40). Barleylands Farm Park, Billericay, CM11 2UD. www. barleylands.co.uk
Tue 31 May – Fri 3 (June) Picture Perfect Take part in the giant banknote photo board, plus make a funky photo frame. 10:30am - 4:30pm. Bank of England Museum, London EC2R 8AH. www.bankofengland.co.uk/museum 020 7601 5545 Free Event
Showcasing the last 100 years of military history, this event provides family entertainment, activities and education. Sat: 9am-5pm; Sun: 10am-4pm. Cressing Temple Barns, Nr. Witham, CM77 8PD
Discover the plant life and wildlife on a gentle 1.5 mile guided walk. Age: 6yrs+. 2pm. £4 adult, £2 child. Chapel Lane car park, Hadleigh, SS7 2PP
Thur 9 – Sun 12 Mercedes Tall Ship Climb aboard and see what life is like on a tallship (Thur and Fri – small fee). The ship will do pre-bookable sailings on Sat and Sun. Southend Pier, SS1 1EE. BE
Thur 9 Blues and 2s – Cops and Robbers Includes rhyme, stories, trails and a craft activity. Age 2 -4 yrs. 10 -10.45am / 11.30 - 12.15pm. £2.50. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum BE
Sat 18 & Sun 19 1940s Steam Weekend
Sun 22 Olde Tyme Rally
Find objects, look for clues, answer questions and draw pictures, all with a ‘people’ theme. Children age 4+. 50p per entry. Chelmsford Museum, CM2 9AQ. 01245 605700. www.chelmsford.gov.uk
Sun 5 Birds, Bugs and Blooms
Steam locomotives. Check website for details of fares. Epping Ongar Railway, CM5 9BN. 01277 365200 www.eorailway.co.uk
Pony rides, bouncy castles, train ride, fire engine, birds of prey, refreshments plus a grand prize draw. 12-4pm. St Francis School, Braintree. Free Entry
Sat 28 - Sun 5 (June) People & Portraits
Use a variety of craft materials to make a frame. Accompanied children age 4+. 10.30am, 11.30am, 1.30pm, 2.30pm. £3. Chelmsford Museum, CM2 9AQ. 0 1245 605700. www.chelmsford.gov.uk BE
Fri 10 – Sun 12 Steam Gala
Sat 21 Fun Day
Classic vehicle displays, craft stalls and family entertainment. Museum entry included. Miniature steam train rides (£1). Adult £6, Senior £5, Children (5-15) £2, under 5s free. Gates open 10am. Museum of Power, nr Maldon CM9 6QA www.museumofpower.org.uk
Thur 2 Photo Frames Workshop
A taste of life in the 1940s with music, dancing, re-enactment groups, vehicles and stalls. £8 child/£15 adult, £39/family. Epping Ongar Railway, CM5 9BN. 01277 365200 www.eorailway.co.uk
Wed 1 Become Sherlock Holmes Make and decorate your own Sherlock Holmes deerstalker hat from card. All ages. 10am – 4pm. £2. Essex Police Museum, HQ, Chelmsford, CM2 6DN. 01245 457150 www.essex.police.uk/museum
Wed 1 Survival for Softies
Sun 19 Dads Go Free Free entry for all dads accompanied by one paying child. 10am - 5pm. Adults £11.50 (Dads free with a paying child when booking online). Farm Park admission (children £10.50, adults £11.50, concessions £10.50, Under 2’s free, family £40). Barleylands Farm Park, Billericay, CM11 2UD. www.barleylands.co.uk BE
Learn how to make a shelter and light a fire. Bring your lunch – you’ll be cooking it on a campfire! Age: 8yrs+. 10.30am. £10. Chapel Lane car park, Hadleigh, SS7 2PP. 0345 603 7624. BE
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CLASSES
Academy Kids
Saturday mornings in Epping. Classes for ages 3-7yrs. Play games, learn songs, dances and poems as an introduction to performing arts. 01245 422595 info@academyarts.co.uk www.academyarts.co.uk
Baby Sensory
Award-winning baby development classes designed for babies from birth to 13 months. £6 (adult ticket not required). Queens Theatre, Hornchurch. 01708 443333
Keep U Safe Solutions
Offer a diverse range of training courses, many now with alternative online learning options - allowing you to complete courses around timing that suits you and your business. Colchester. 07539856116. training@keepusafesolutions.com
Maldon Theatretrain Stage School and Agency Weekly Performing Arts Classes for 3 – 18 year olds Weekly Advanced LAMDA classes in Musical Theatre and Acting. Mark Everard HNDip Theatre ATCL DipVCMEd 01621 850274 maldon@theatretrain.co.uk
PRE/POST NATAL EXERCISE
Little Otters Antenatal Aquayoga
For more information contact Chelmsford classes: Jan 07919 414494 jan@aqua4baby.co.uk www.aqua4baby.co.uk or Wickford classes: Michelle 07919 414495 michelle@aquacalm4mums2b.co.uk www.aquacalm4mums2b.co.uk
READING
Bookstart
Sing some rhymes and look at books, and meet other babies and their grown-ups at your local library. www.essex.gov.uk/libraries
Friday Fives
Stories and nursery rhymes for fives and under, Chelmsford Museum. Phone 01245 605700 for details. £3 per child
RUGBY
Little Scrummers Rugby
Exciting tag rugby for 2-6 year olds. Essex & Cambridgeshire. Make friends and learn new skills! 0330 088 1172 www.littlescrummers.com
SUPPORT
Beanstalk Children’s Therapy
Occupational Therapy and Speech & Language Therapy for children Tel: 07825 300560 www.beanstalktherapy.co.uk
Developed by Vicki Scott, Midwife and Parenting Expert 1. If you have problems with low milk supply, or have twins then it can be difficult to meet your baby’s demands. Seek help from a breastfeeding advisor to help get your milk supply up, but as an alternative supplementing your baby’s breastfeeds may be necessary. Using some formula milk does not mean the end of breastfeeding, it is quite possible to do both and continue to give baby the benefits of your milk. 2. In the early months it is a good idea, and sometimes necessary, to express milk at the same time you are giving your baby a bottle. This is to prevent engorgement and to protect your milk supply. 3. Having all of your feeding equipment ready in advance makes things much easier. Breast pumps, milk storage containers and bottles can all be sterilized in advance, assembled and ready to go for up to 24 hours before being sterilized again for the next use. 4. It is important to correctly sterilize all your baby’s milk feeding equipment to reduce the risk of milk bacteria related tummy bugs or gastroenteritis. Before each use wash all pieces separately using a separate brush, rinse in clean water and sterilize. Steam sterilization is easy and efficient. 5. Your breastmilk can be frozen, which makes having a supply of milk ready to use much easier. Express straight into a breastmilk storage container and once the milk has cooled it can then be frozen and stored for up to 3 months in your home freezer. 6. Always keep breastmilk chilled until your baby is ready to feed, then warm it to body temperature by using a bottle warmer or standing the container in warm water. Take a small flask of warm water if you are out & about and carry milk in a ThermaBag to keep it cool. 7. Be sure to use the correct teat size for your baby’s needs. If the teat is too slow your baby may become bored or frustrated during his feeds. A teat which is too fast may mean your baby struggles to keep up with the flow of milk, taking in a lot of air as he gulps. The flow should be steady and your baby relaxed during the feed. 8. If your baby is having a bottle feed then it is a lovely opportunity for dad, or another family member to be involved. Of course bonding happens in many ways but feeding is a very nurturing and special way to interact with baby. 9. When bottle feeding, hold your baby close in a more upright position than you might for a breastfeed. Hold the bottle at an angle which keeps the teat full of milk, and your baby’s head in a slightly backward tilt so that he can feed comfortably. He will be looking at you intently as you feed him so enjoy this special nurturing time. 10. When taking a bottle some babies are good at knowing when they need to burp and will push the bottle away with their tongue, or with their hands if they are older! Other babies keep drinking and then are sick so you may need to stop your baby at times during the feed to sit up for a burp.
To help you get the most out of breastfeeding, we are giving away an Avent Single Electric Breast Pump worth £115. To be in with a chance please email your name, address, and contact number to: comps@kidaround.biz or visit us online at www.kidaround.biz For more information about the Avent
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BILLERICAY
Kip McGrath
Professional tuition in Maths, English, 11+, other entry exams. From Reception to GCSE. Ofsted registered. For a FREE educational assessment call 01277 621515 www.kipmcgrath.co.uk/billericay 11+ ENG MAT SEN
BRENTWOOD
Kip McGrath
Professional tuition in Maths, English, 11+, other entry exams. From Reception to GCSE. Ofsted Registered. Childcare vouchers accepted. For a FREE educational assessment 01277 200919 www.kipmcgrath.co.uk/brentwood 11+ ENG MAT SEN SAT
CHELMSFORD TopClass Tutoring
Private tuition for children aged 7-11. All subjects, all abilities. Chelmsford-based. Call Helen Ashdown on 01245 422233 or 07595 154821 topclasstutoring.co.uk 11+ ENG ICT LAN MAT SAT SCI SEN LISTINGS KEY TO SERVICES 11+ 11 PLUS ENG ENGLISH ICT COMPUTING LAN LANGUAGES MAT MATHEMATICS MUS MUSIC SAT SATs SCI SCIENCE SEN SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS
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Fleet Tutors
SchoolServe
Private tuition in your own home by qualified, experienced, DBS-checked tutors. Call 0845 6445452 www.fleet-tutors.co.uk
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MALDON LAMDA/RADA Speech & Drama Tuition
Grades 1–8 Acting, Speech & Drama Examinations Audition Preparation for Drama School. Available for After School Drama Clubs/Workshops. Contact Mark on 01621 850274 or email maldon@theatretrain.co.uk
Educational consultancy offering individual tuition at Centre or home by registered teachers. 01376 502561 or 07751 074616 or 01621 858636 www.schoolserve.info 11+ ENG ICT LAN MAT SAT SCI SEN
WOODFORD GREEN Explore Learning
Tuition for 5-14 year olds of all abilities. Free trial session 020 8090 6716 www.explorelearning.co.uk 11+ ENG MAT SEN
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA Kip McGrath Southend East
Offers children aged 4-16 years professional tuition for Maths, English, and exam preparation. Phone for a free assessment on 01702 615838 219 Hamstel Rd, SS2 4LB 11+ ENG MAT SAT SCI
Kip McGrath Southend West
Offers children aged 4-16 years professional tuition for Maths, English, and exam preparation. Phone for a free assessment on 01702 557177. 333 London Road, Hadleigh, SS7 2BT 11+ ENG MAT SAT SEN SCI
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GET ACTIVE RUGBY
Little Scrummers Rugby Exciting tag rugby for 2-6 year olds. Classes in Chelmsford, Maldon, South Woodham Hawkwell & Southend. 0330 088 1172 www.littlescrummers.com
SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES
Chillout Holiday Club Adventure activities for 8-15 yr olds £15 per day. Thriftwood. Call 01277 212784 or visit www.thriftwood.org.uk
DANCE
Dance classes at Fusion in Hutton Held at the Scout Hall, Wash Road. Different styles of dance with optional exams and shows. 07817 983863 info@fusiondanceschool.co.uk www.fusiondanceschool.co.uk Street Dance / Hip-hop for ages 7-21yrs. Saturdays & Tuesdays in Epping. Thursdays in Chelmsford for 3-21 years. Classes are fast, fun-packed and focused. 01245 422595 info@academyarts.co.uk www.academyarts.co.uk
DODGEBALL
The No.1 Dodgeball providers in Essex! To find your nearest Junior Dodgeball Club go to www.wingersportsacademy.com or call: 07912 879927
DRAMA/PERFORMING ARTS
Academy Arts Theatre School & Agency For ages 7-21yrs. Sats & Tues in Epping, Thurs in Chelmsford. Classes are fast, fun-packed and focused. 01245 422595 info@academyarts.co.uk www.academyarts.co.uk Academy Kids Saturday mornings in Epping. Classes for ages 3-7yrs. Play games, learn songs, dances and poems as an introduction to performing arts. 01245 422595 info@academyarts.co.uk www.academyarts.co.uk Act Sing and Dance with Chelmsford Theatretrain on a Saturday morning. For your free trial session call Sharon on 01277 224853 or email Chelmsford@theatretrain.co.uk Maldon Theatretrain Every Saturday in term-time from 2pm - 5pm. Plantation Hall, Colchester Road, Heybridge, Maldon, CM9 4AL. Centre Director: Mark Everard ATCL DipVCMED Free trial session. Tel: 01621 850274 email: maldon@theatretrain.co.uk
Razzamataz Theatre School Saturday classes for 4-17’s. Sweyne Park School, Rayleigh. Free trial Sessions. 07787 570760 / 01268 683512 / rayleighwest@razzamataz.co.uk www.razzamataz.co.uk
KICK BOXING Children’s Thai Kick Boxing (Muay Thai) Classes for 5 – 12 years old. High
energy classes to help build confidance, concentration and listening skills. Monday’s & Thursday’s 6pm-7pm call Gary 07793 661601 www.muaythaichelmsford.com Adult Thai Kick Boxing (Muay Thai) High energy classes for beginner to advanced using the best Thailand equipment such as: Sandee, Fairtex & Twins. Mon 7pm- 9pm, Thurs 7pm – 8:30pm & Sat 9:30am – 10:30 adults & juniors all levels. Call Gary 07793 661601 www.muaythaichelmsford.com
LASER/PAINTBALL
Laser Mayhem Play real Call of Duty missions based around the computer game. Hide behind real Russian battle tanks, planes & helicopters using Laser Tag equipment. 01708 688517 www.laser-mayhem.co.uk
MULTI-ACTIVITY
High Rope Adventure - full of adventure and fun. Open all year round, Rope Runners is the perfect place. For more information contact 01277 364470
PLAY
Little Monkees Unique, safe, clean, fully-padded play area. Structured sessions, from 4 months - 3yrs. Upminster: Tues, Hornchurch: Wed, Billericay: Thurs, Hutton: Fri. 01277 211065 or 07837 170602
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Razzamataz Theatre School Summer School at Sweyne Park School, Rayleigh: 15th – 18th August, ages 4 – 16. Early Bird Special Offer. See ad on page 10 07787 570760 / 01268 683512 / rayleighwest@razzamataz.co.uk www.razzamataz.co.uk Ultimate Activity Camps are the perfect holiday activity option, and offer great value for money. Book by the day or week and you can use childcare vouchers to pay too! 0844 870 7077. help@ultimateactivity.co.uk
SWIMMING
Little Otters Baby and pre-school swimming. For information call Jan 07919 414494 or Michelle 07919 414495 email: info@little-otters.com or www.little-otters.com
Let’s Party Directory! ACTIVITY PARTIES
Animal Workshops Exotic and pet animal encounters for parties, schools, activity workshops, sensory sessions and more! Call 07790 465266 Every day! www.animalworkshops.co.uk The Glazed Look Pottery painting parties for small or large groups. Open 7 days a week 10am to 5pm. For more details call 01245 290300 or 07572 283 835 www.theglazedlook.co.uk Diddidance parties. Enjoy an hour of great activities including dancing games, action songs, hoops, dance ribbons, bubbles, balloons, bells and lots of fun!! charlotte.foxley@diddidance.com High Rope Adventure Give them
a birthday to remember - full of adventure and fun. Open all year round, Rope Runners is the perfect place. For more information contact 01277 364470
Laser Mayhem Play real Call of Duty missions based around the computer game. Hide behind real Russian battle tanks, planes and helicopters using Laser Tag equipment. 01708 688517 www.laser-mayhem.co.uk Little Scrummers Rugby Exciting
Party Fun at Thriftwood Scout Campsite. Tailor-made parties to suit your group from as little as £3.75 per person. 01277 212784 www.thriftwood.org.uk SoundMagic Studios For details of recording parties, contact Steve or Victoria on 01376 501313 www.recordingparties.co.uk The Party Belles providing fun and
fabulous themed parties for girls and boys from 2 years to 10 years 07947 669849 info@thepartybelles.co.uk www.thepartybelles.co.uk
PARTY PLACES
Frankie and Benny’s Have you heard
about their incredible make-your-own pizza parties? Your kids can become mini F&B chefs and create their own delicious pizzas. Kids eat free this spring (See voucher on p.7) www.frankieandbennys.com.
PRESENT IDEAS
The Little Bow Company the
Ultimate accessory destination for any little princess. The perfect birthday gift! www.thelittlebowcompany.co.uk
tag rugby themed parties for 2-9yr olds with games, prizes and much more! 0330 088 1172 www.littlescrummers.com
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BILLERICAY Little Achievers Montessori Pre-School
St Mary Magdalene Church Hall Great Burstead 07759 837258 Ms Tracey Scarborough/ Ms Mary Ishmael maryishmael@yahoo.co.uk www.montessori-billericay.org
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Oakdin Montessori Kindergarten Ltd
67 Perry Street 01277 633055 www.oakdinmontessori.com oakdin67@gmail.com Mrs Shahida Shah
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Merrymeade Chase CM15 9BG 01277 260893 Rachel Thomas info@phoenix-daynursery.co.uk www.phoenix-daynursery.co.uk
Sunflower Montessori Kindergarten
Lansbury Suite Hutton Poplars Hutton 01277 201120 Naira Gendi www.sunflowermontessorikinder.co.uk info@sunflowermontessorikinder.co.uk
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Little Acorns
Warley Street Great Warley 01277 245595 Lyn Warren (Manager) admissions@littleacornshutton.co.uk www.woodlands-littleacorns.co.uk
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CHELMSFORD Dovedale Nursery
Chelmsford College Moulsham St. Campus 01245 293045 Pat Cox www.dovedale-nursery.co.uk
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10 Victoria Court New Street 01245 505323 chelmsford@kiddicaru.com www.kiddicaru.com
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CHILDCARE GALLEYWOOD
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NORTH FAMBRIDGE
The Stables Nursery
Buddies Children’s Centre
Deerlands Day Nursery
Mararetting Road Galleywood 01245 348159 Susan Mann www.thestablesnursery.co.uk
Brickhouse Lane Poulton Close 01621 840631 Clair Windsor www.buddiespreschool.co.uk
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Daisy Chain Nursery
Woodcroft Nursery School
Dorset Avenue 01245 473222 Mrs H. Roberts www.woodcroft-nur.essex.sch.uk
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Steepleview Community Hall Willowfield 07891 036905 Julie Baker willowfieldpreschool@gmail.com
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Viking Junior Academy
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Woodham Mortimer Preschool
Brookhead Studio Brookhead Farm Maldon Rd 07742 228077 Jennifer Hull woodhammortimerpre-school@hotmail.com www.woodhammortimerpreschool.org.uk
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Little Wycke Farm 01621 828767 Sarah Roe www.smallstepsdaycare.co.uk
Foxburrows Lane 01245 421341 writtlecollege@kiddicaru.com www.kiddicaru.com
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ROXWELL Roxwell Preschool
Memorial Hall The Street 07970 750484 April Little www.roxwellpreschool.co.uk aprillittle123@btinternet.com
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Lodge Road 07771 645270 Mrs S. Homer www.ducklingnursery.co.uk
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