Salad Days- Autumn 23 issue

Autumn 2023

Issue 99

Local Information for parents, teachers and carers of children in Saffron Walden, Bishop’s Stortford, Great Dunmow and Villages

T: 0790 073 5566 E: hello@saladdaysmag.co.uk

Autumn Skies and Pumpkin Pies

September marks the beginning of the new school year. All children will be returning to the classroom after a significant break from being in a typical school environment. They will also be facing the upheaval of a new transition - moving from one class to another with different teachers or moving from primary to secondary school. It can be an exciting but anxious beginning for our children. It is important to understand the impact these changes can have on individuals. Reinforcing positive messages to our children can help as can engaging in more activities outside of school as a family.

In just a few weeks the air will crisp up, leaves will fall and we will be searching for inspiration and advice to keep the children active, healthy and busy. Inside this issue you will find a list of kids clubs, indoor play centres, Pumpkin Patch spook activities, theatre productions, school open days, and interesting articles from local people and businesses giving lots of parental advice and info.

What ever you choose to do this autumn enjoy those beautiful skies and pumpkin pies.

Lisa & Tam x

3rd November 2023

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Primary Schools

Bishop’s Stortford

All Saint C of E Primary & Nursery

T: 01279 836006

E: admin@allsaints.herts.sch.uk

W: allsaints.herts.sch.uk

Avanti Meadows Primary School

T: 01279 598575

E: avantimeadows@avanti.org.uk

W: https://avanti.org.uk/avantimeadows

Bishops Stortford College

T: 01279 838575

E: general.enquiry@bishopsstortfordcollege.org

W: bishopsstortfordcollege.org

Farnham C of E Primary

T: 01279 771339

E: admin@farnham.essex.sch.uk

W: Farnham.essex.sch.uk

Hillmead Primary

T: 01279 656876

E: admin@hillmead.herts.sch.uk

W: Hillmead.herts.sch.uk

Howe Green House School

T: 01279 657706

E: schooloffice@howegreenhouse.essex.sch.uk

W: howegreenhouseschool.co.uk

Little Hadham Primary

T: 01279 771285

E: admin@littlehadhams.herts.sch.uk

W: littlehadham.hert.sch.uk

Manor Fields Primary

T: 01279 757193

E: admin@manorfields.hert.sch.uk

W: littlehadham.hert.sch.uk

Northgate Primary & Nursery

T: 01279 652376

E: admin@northgate.herts.sch.uk

W: northgate.herts.sch.uk

St Michael Primary & Nursery

T: 01279 652607

E: admin@stmichaelsjmi.herts.sch.uk

W: stmichaelsjmi.herts.sch.uk

Summercroft Primary & Nursery

T: 01279 307477

E: admin@summercroft.herts.sch.uk

W: summercroftherts.sch.uk

The Richard Whittington Primary

T: 01279 657778

E: admin@whittington.herts.sch.uk

W: Whittington.herts.sch.uk

Thorley Hill Primary

T: 01279 654496

E: admin@thorleyhill.herts.sch.uk

W: thorleyhill.sch.uk

Thorn Grove Primary

T: 01279 653002

E: admin@thorngrove.herts.sch.uk

W: thorngrove.herts.sch.uk

Windhill Primary

T: 01279 696850

E: admin@windhill.herts.sch.uk

W: windhill.herts.sch.uk

Great Dunmow

Dunmow St. Mary’s Primary

T: 01371 872340

E: admin@dsmprimary.essex.sch.uk

W: dsmprimary.essex.sch.uk

Felsted Primary

T: 01371 820215

E: admin@felsted-pri.essex.sch.uk

W: felsted-pri.sch.uk

Felsted Primary

T: 01371 820215

E: admin@felsted-pri.essex.sch.uk

W: felsted-pri.sch.uk

Felsted Preparatory School

T: 01371 82260

E: info@felsted.org

W: felsted.org

Great Dunmow Primary

T: 01371 873184

E: admin@greatdunmow-pri.essex.sch.uk

W: greatdunmowprimary.co.uk

The Flitch Green Academy

T: 01371 822330;

E: admin@flitchgreen.net

W: theflitchgreen.net

Saffron Walden

Dame Bradburys

T: 01799 454700

E: office@stephenperse.com

W: www.stephenperse.com

Katherine Semar Schools

T: 01799 521120

E: admin.inf@katherinesemar.net

W: katherinesemar.co.uk

R A Butler Infant & Junior School

T: 01799 523651

E: admin@rab.academy

W: rabutleracademy.org.uk

St Marys C of E school

T: 01799 523384

E: info@st-maryscofe.essex.sch.uk

W: stmaryssw.org.uk

St Thomas More Catholic School

T: 01799 523248

E: admin@stmsw.co.uk

W: stmsw.co.uk

Stansted

Bentfield Primary

T: 01279 813626

E: admin@bentfield.essex.sch.uk

W: Bentfield.essex.sch.uk

Magna Carta Primary

T: 01279 703484

E: ofice@magnacarta.essex.sch.uk

W: magnacartaacademy.org

St Marys C of E primary

T: 01279 812212

E: office@st-marys-stansted.essex.sch.uk

W: stmarysstansted.co.uk

Villages

Albury C of E Primary

T: 01279 771253

E: admin@albury.herts.sch.uk

W: albury.herts.sch.uk

Ashdon County Primary

T: 01799 584219

E: Ashdon.essex.sch.uk

W: Ashdon.essex.sch.uk

Birchanger Primary & Nursery

T: 01279 812362

E: admin@birchanger.essex.sch.uk

W: birchanger.essex.sch.uk

Chrishall Holy Trinity & St Nicholas

Primary

T: 01799 550300

E: admin@chrishall.essex.sch.uk

W: chrishall.essex.sch.uk

Clavering Primary

T: 01799 550300

E: admin@clavering.essex.sch.uk

W: clavering.essex.sch.uk

Tutors & Support

Academic Languages

Anna Clarke BA(Ed) Hons

Qualified and Experienced Tutor Primary Literacy and Maths. SATs preparation and confidence-building. GCSE Maths and English

T: 01799 526134

Karen Kellett

KS2 maths, specialising in SATs maths preparation;

T: 07813 577590

E: karen.kellett7@gmail.com

Kumon Bishop’s Stortford

Contact: Nicola Norbury

T: 01920 461457

W: kumon.co.uk

Sue Herd BEd (Hons)

Experienced primary school tutor for Key stage 1 & 2 English & Maths

T: 01799 510 995

M: 07836 687376

Caron Johnson

Qualifed teacher, experienced in supporting children with learning difficulties in KS1. Maths and English.

T: 07305 353720

Family Support

Aspects Family Support

Ann Creitzman

All Saints CE Primary School Parsonage Lane

Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 5BE

T: 01279 758134 W: aspects.org.uk

Registered Charity 1164201

Kidslingo

Have fun learning Spanish through songs, games, drama and stories from 0-11 years. Classes also available for nurseries, primary schools & child minders

T: 07926 007797

E: jessicalp@kidslingo.co.uk

W: kidslingo.co.uk

Luciana Ferreira Day

Spanish all levels

E: lucianafday@gmail.com

T: 07930 525079

Mindfulness and Relaxation

Nikki Sammons ITEC. IIHHT. DIP. SMT. Y.M

Teaching relaxation and well-being skills for life.Outdoor and indoor courses for children, teens, 1 -1 and families.

T: 07966 579345

E: nikki@nikkisammons.co.uk

W: nikkisammons.co.uk

SandStory

Therapeutic approach, using sand and story telling, to working with children suffering with anxiety. I currently offer sessions for ages 4 to 9 years. For more information about the method check, www.lowenfeld.org/videos

M: 07779718223

E: Larena22@protonmail.com

Inspired minds | Individual Attention | Academic Achievement

• Small classes in a beautiful rural setting

• Unique Diploma in Character and Resilience

• Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12 entry

• Transport across Suffolk, Essex, Cambs.

2023 Open Events

Sat 30th Sept, 9.30am

Tues 10th Oct, 5.30pm

Registration essential.

Independent Co-Ed Day and Boarding School for 11-18 year olds

Embracing Family Diversity: Evolving Language in Family Law

Family dynamics have evolved significantly in recent years, encompassing a wide array of structures and circumstances. Single parents, same-sex couples, and families formed through surrogacy have become an integral part of this diverse landscape.

A decade ago, a significant milestone was achieved when same-sex couples were granted the right to marry, breaking barriers and fostering inclusivity in family formation. Now, in 2023, new legislation addressing surrogacy laws further embraces family diversity, ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals to experience parenthood.

In tandem with these societal changes, family law language has adapted to be more inclusive and accessible. The terminology surrounding divorce cases underwent updates, replacing gender-specific terms with neutral alternatives. This not only streamlines legal proceedings but also promotes understanding and ease of access for all parties involved.

Moreover, the evolution of language extends to birth certificates and surrogacy agreements. The use of gender-neutral terms like “parent” or “guardian” is becoming more prevalent, acknowledging the complexity of modern parenthood. In surrogacy cases, “intended parents” now represent those seeking legal parenthood through surrogacy arrangements.

Promoting inclusive language in family law is crucial for fostering empathy and support within society. By recognising and embracing diverse family structures, we ensure that all individuals and families receive the respect and legal protection they deserve.

The changing landscape of family dynamics has prompted a corresponding evolution in legal language. The inclusion of various family structures, be it through same-sex marriage or surrogacy legislation, reflects a more compassionate and supportive approach to family law. By updating legal language to be more accessible and inclusive, family lawyers pave the way for a compassionate and supportive legal system, ensuring that every individual’s rights and emotions are respected and protected, regardless of their unique family circumstances.

Caroline Andrews, senior associate at Tees.

Windhill21 Nursery

Are you looking for a nursery for your child? Contact the school to arrange a visit and to see our nursery in action

“The extremely stimulating learning environment, both indoors and outside, helps to ensure that children are well motivated, interested in their activities and able to make strong progress in all areas of the Early Years Curriculum.” OFSTED 2018

admin@windhill.herts.sch.uk www.windhill.herts.sch.uk

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS – BOOKS TO HELP START A NEW SCHOOL YEAR

With Autumn comes the start of a new school year after a summer’s fun and relaxation. It can be an intimidating prospect and may prompt many questions – which I hope this selection of picture books may help with.

As a starting point, Usborne Books (always a reliable resource) have produced Why do I have to go to school? a lift-the-flap board book which offers insightful and thought-provoking answers to the basic questions a child might ask. Written by Katie Daynes and illustrated by Marta Alvarez Miguens, its charming illustrations tie nicely with the limited text creating an easily accessible and reassuring book for pre-schoolers. For example, after ‘Why do I have to go to school, the next question is ‘Do I have to go every day?’ – a question surely in every child’s mind facing this new phase in their lives. The answer is ‘Yes, most Mondays to Fridays. But not if you’re unwell. Not at the weekend. And not when it’s the holidays’. In the illustrated calendar, there is a school trip marked, and a swimming class, sparking children’s interest in what might happen at school. I’m not sure I explained to my children in advance that school wasn’t a 365 day-a-year obligation, so no wonder they were daunted! Some fun answers, too, to other questions, like ‘Do Animals go to school?’.

Starting school might mean a new daily walk or a bus ride. Instead of this becoming a chore, it can be an expedition, learning about the world on the way to school. The Last Stop on Market Street by the award-winning team of Matt De La Pena and Christian Robinson is a vibrant tale which explores the lives of the people CJ and his Nana meet on their bus journey –learning important lessons in understanding difference and expressing kindness outside the classroom. It is raining while CJ is waiting at the bus stop. Cross that his friend is taken to school by car, CJ asks why they must wait in the rain. Nana says, ‘Trees get thirsty, too. Don’t you see that big one drinking through a straw?’, instantly distracting and intriguing him. When a blind man gets onto the bus, CJ asks about him. ‘Some people watch the world with their ears’ says Nana – and the man replies ‘That’s a fact. Their noses too! That’s a mighty fine perfume you’re wearing today, ma’am’. By the end of the book CJ realises that ‘nana always found beautiful where he never even thought to look’. This is a very special and heart-warming book for everyone. First published in the US, there are, as you probably noted in the passage above, some Americanisms – all adding to the celebration of the world’s rich tapestry. Of course, a new school means navigating new relationships. Rita and Ralph’s Rotten Day details a day which goes wrong for the two best friends, explores how they feel, and shows how they make up again. Best-selling American creative team Carmen Agra Deedy and Pete Oswald have produced a story with appealing repetitive motifs involving ‘heaps of trips up and down the hills of reconciliation’ which children will enjoy chanting while learning the difficult lesson of how to say sorry properly, and finding a way ‘to meet in the middle’.

Some of the children joining a school may not only be new to the school but new to the country. And some of these may have experienced the trauma of fleeing their own country to safety. Hello! A Counting Book of Kindnesses is, as Nicolette Jones wrote in the Sunday Times, ‘a hopeful book about refugees and the kind gestures that give a journey to a new country a happy ending, told by counting one to ten’. Endorsed by Amnesty International, written by Hollis Kurman and illustrated by the award-winning French Moroccan artist Barroux, for whom children in need is a special theme, this warm, simple book should be on every school’s bookshelves. From the ‘1 boat helping us on our way’ to the ‘10 friends making us happy’, this book teaches children how even small acts of kindness can make a difference and will inspire them to think of how many other ways they could do to make someone new feel at home.

Asking questions and thinking of answers is, obviously, what learning is about. It can be scary to discover that there are no answers to some questions, or many possible answers to others. But it should also be exhilarating, empowering, and inspiring. Children’s imaginations should be set alight by the possibilities of open-ended questions. It is our responsibility as adults to ask them, and to encourage children to feel confident in exploring their answers. This is, after all, where stories begin.

Twenty Questions by Mac Barnett and Christian Robinson (featured twice in this issue’s reviews) is brilliantly engaging. With bold, simple illustrations combining collage and ink drawing, each double-page spread asks one short but rich question. For example, a picture of smiling-faced koalas in trees also shows a zookeeper who has her back to them all and her eyes closed. The question is ‘Which of these creatures is the zookeeper’s favourite?’. The book does not offer an answer – it is up to the reader who can look to see if there are any clues and if not (and there are no conclusive clues to be had), the reader can decide for themselves – and come to a different conclusion next time. Another one (just because I’m finding it hard to restrict myself to one example!) – a picture of a dark mountain with two scampering goats and a wooden door asks ‘Who is on the other side of this door?’. This question, of course, has proven very fruitful for Lewis Carroll, JRR Tolkein, CS Lewis, and many others …

I hope you will explore and enjoy these recommendations. All are on the shelves at Hart’s Books in Saffron Walden (www.hartsbooks.co.uk), where the knowledgeable bookshop staff will be able to help answer your questions about other book ideas for children.

Jo Burch - Founder of Words in Walden

Diary Dates

Autumn 2023

Half Term!

21st - 31st - Audley End Halloween special Audley End Miniature Railway are offering a Halloween Special with Train Ride through the woods to visit the witches and their monster friends, Gift for every child, Craft Making, Fairy & Elf Walk, William the Woodland Wizard, Adventure Play Area Booking is required

31st - Halloween

Looking to go Pumpkin

Picking at Night this October! Look no further than Hatter’s Farm near Bishop’s Stortford…

4th - Great Dunmow Fireworks Display

Enjoy an explosive night of fun with fireworks to music, massive bonfire, BBQ and licensed bar. Gates open at 6:15pm, bonfire lights at 6:45pm and our fireworks display begins at 7:15pm

1st - NATIONAL FOOD BANK DAY

National Food Bank Day on the first Friday in September encourages you to commit to contributing to the cause that believes no one should go to bed hungry. #NationalFoodBankDay Hunger may be as close as your neighbour or your coworker in the next cubicle. Bare cupboards and empty stomachs look just like yours and mine behind closed doors.

23rd - I Spy With My Little Eye - The Party!

At the South Mill Arts in Bishops Stortford, The People’s Theatre Company presents I Spy With My Little Eye - The Party! Based on the picture book by Steven Lee. Molly and Bingo the puppy are having a birthday party and, best of all, you’re invited!

24th, 25th, 26th - Scarecrow making Celebrate harvest by making our jolly scarecrow. When he waves his arm the bird on his hat moves at the South Mill Arts Museum. Drop in between 10am and 2pm - £1 per child – no need to book tickets.

25th - 29th - Cambridge Arts Theatre

Presents HALF TERM FUN! With HORRIBLE HISTORIES: BARMY BRITAIN

We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So Barmy Britain is back with the hit West End show, full of crazy new characters and rude new rulers from Britain’s barmy past!

12th - Remembrance Sunday

17th - Children in Need

This year, BBC Children in Need will be taking place on Friday 17th November 2023. This will mark the 42nd TV Appeal to raise money for disadvantaged children and young people around the UK. The very first BBC Children in Need telethon was broadcast in 1980 and the annual appeal has continued every year since, taking place each November.

Back to School!

Hatter’s Farm

Hatter’s Farm is a family-run pumpkin patch producing thousands of pumpkins and squash each year! Having farmed near the village of Takeley for almost 100 years, Ross and his family decided to open their farm to the public for the first time in 2020.

With over 50 varieties to choose from, visitors are able to pick up a wheelbarrow and venture out into the fields to find their perfect pumpkin! To top off the perfect family day out, you can also fire the UK’s first Pumpkin Cannon, explore the massive Maize Maze and get the perfect pumpkin pic’ at one of the many photo opportunities!

Hatter’s Farm has exciting plans for the patch to be even bigger and better than ever this year, with more pumpkins, the return of their spooky Pumpkin Nights sessions, the introduction of the new Hatter’s Mad House, live street actors, and more incredible food to choose from!

Don’t just take their word for it! See what one of their customers had to say:

“Huge selection of pumpkins and squash available and very reasonably priced. The children loved the Pumpkin Cannons and Maize Maze. We look forward to visiting again next year!” – Emily

Heath, Google Review

So, what are you waiting for! Visit www. hattersfarmpumpkins.co.uk to book your tickets for daytime and evening sessions before they sell out. Use the discount code HATT501 to get 50% off, but hurry, this offer only applies to the first 200 tickets sold.

Hatter’s Farm is a family run pumpkin patch with thousands of pumpkins and squash to choose from!

As well as pumpkin picking, we also have:

• UK’s 1st Pumpkin Cannon!

• Maize Maze

• Spooky Pumpkin Nights

Visit our website and use the DISCOUNT CODE HATT501 to get 50% off your tickets! But hurry, the code is only applicable to the first 100 tickets purchased.

www.hattersfarmpumpkins.co.uk

NOTHING STANDARD ABOUT OUR VISION

WE CAN SLOW SHORT-SIGHTEDNESS SPORTS VISION PROTECTION

Myopia, or short-sightedness, is a common visual problem effecting roughly a third of the UK population, resulting in blurred distance vision.

Myopia management uses specifically designed spectacle or contact lenses to slow the rate at which myopia develops. It is important as it may reduce the risk of vision threatening complications, associated with high myopia, later in life. New myopia management products are being brought to market regularly and here, at DH Thomas, we have access to them all, as they become available.

Contact DH Thomas today to enquire about our services.

Saffron Walden Practice: 01799 525957 saffronwalden@dhthomas.co.uk

Cambridge Practice:

DH Thomas stock a wide range of sports protective equipment for children, for anything from squash to swimming, and everything in between. 01223 245222 cambridge@dhthomas.co.uk

VISUAL STRESS

Visual stress, or Meares-Irlen Syndrome, can cause visual distortions & discomfort when attempting to read. Our qualified opticians can assess whether specific coloured overlays will relieve these symptoms. We are also able to use specialist equipment to determine the necessary spectacle tint, as a more precise and convenient option.

Popcorn Cheesecake

The base ingredients:

. Digestive Biscuits 370g

. Butter melted or use plant oil instead -170g

Cheesecake Ingredients:

. Full fat soft cheese 600g

. Icing sugar 100g

. Double cream 284ml

. 1 vanilla pod

Method for base:

Butter and line the bottom of your tin with baking parchment. Put the digestives in a plastic bag and crush to crumbs using a rolling pin. Transfer the crumbs to a bowl, then pour over the melted butter. Mix throughly until the crumbs are completely coasted. Tip them into the tin and press firmly down into the base to create an even layer. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour.

Method:

Slice the vanilla pod in half lengthways, scrape out the seeds using the back of a knife into a small bowl. Pour the cream into another bowl and mix until it starts to thicken to soft peaks.

Place the soft cheese, icing sugar and vanilla pod into a separate bowl and beat for 2 mins with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth. Tip in the double cream and fold it into the soft cream mix. You’re looking for it to be thickenedenough to hold its shape when you tip the bowl upside down. Spoon the mix onto he biscuit base.

I have used here a heart shape tin at 23.5cm.

Enjoy a slice of autumn!

Bake: Bake at 180 for 30 minutes without opening the oven, reduce to 150 for another 30 minutes. Turn off the heat and leave the cheesecake until its completely cooled. Top with a jar of caramel for baking and add your popcorn!

Children’s activities!

I Spy With My Little Eye

Sat 30th Sep | 2pm £14 | £12 Conc. | £48 Family

Molly and Bingo the puppy are having a birthday party and, best of all, you’re invited! Based on the picture book by Steven Lee.

Scarecrows

Tue 24th, Wed 25th & Thu 26th Oct | 10am - 2pm £1 per child – pay on the day

Celebrate harvest by making our jolly scarecrow. When he waves his arm the bird on his hat moves.

Cartoon Circus Live

Wed 25th Oct | 1.30pm

£14 | £51 Family

The one hour Half Term family show features some of Britain’s funniest clowns, traditional slapstick comedy, illusions and much more!

Please note: all children must be accompanied by an adult when attending our Museum activities.

Storytime - Mrs Armitage loves her new car but does she really need a roof? Join

Pop Princesses

Tue 24th Oct | 1pm & 6pm £19 | £26 Meet & Greet

This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference. A musical spectacular starring four fabulous Fairy tale Princesses who just love to sing!

Storytime - It’s the fox cubs first winter but he isn’t tired

Tue 7th Nov | 10.30am

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Sports clubs

10 Rounds Boxing Club

Saffron Walden

T: 01799 218 924

E: hello@10roundsboxing.co.uk

W: www.10roundsboxing.com

Boxing Cricket

Dunmow Cricket Club

E: paulreid10@talk21.com

W: www.dunmowcricketclub.co.uk

Saffron Walden Cricket Club

E: saffronwaldencricketclub@gmail.com

W: www.saffronwaldencricketclub.co.uk

Football

Bishops Stortford `Youth FC

E: tim.molette@bsctc.co.uk

M: 07740 945117

W: www.bscfc.co.uk

Dunmow Rovers Youth FC

M: 07595 445425

E: secretary@dunmowroversyouthfc.co.uk

W: www.dunmowroversyouthfc.co.uk

Elsenham Youth FC

E: info@elsenhamyfc

W: eyfc.org

Plantation FC, Saffron Walden

T: 01799 500821

E: paulbr88@googlemail.com

Saffron Walden FC

T: 01763 836928 E: chairman@psgfc.co.uk

W: www.swcfc.club

Saffron Walden PSG Girls FC

T: 07595328816

E: newplayercontact@psgfc.co.uk

W: www.psgfc.co.uk

Thaxted Rangers Youth FC

T: 07976 670409

E: martintritton@hotmail.com

FB: thaxtedrangersyouthfc

Kidzteens Football Academy

Bishops Stortford

M: 07955259030

E: kidsteens15@gmail.com

Hockey

Blue Hornets, Felsted and Braintree

W: www.braintreehc.co.uk/bluehornets

Saffron Walden Junior Hockey Club

W: www.saffronwaldenhockey.co.uk

Martial arts

Associated Karate Schools (AKS)

E: barrettbusiness@aol.com

W: www.karateschools.co.uk

Bishop’s Stortford Judokwai

W: www.bishopsstortfordjudo.com

B.L.Tae Kwon-Do Schools

E: bruce@tkd72.plus.com

W: www.bl-taekwondo-schools.co.uk

Budo Taijutsu, Saffron Walden

W: www.mushinzui.com

Dunmow Shotokan Karate Club

W: www.eska.org.uk

• Friendly, experienced teachers

• Fun and progressive

• Small classes (max . 6 pupils)

• Free award scheme

Linton & Fulbourn

Ages 3½ onwards Call 01799 500142 , Mob: 07947 730287

sasswimmingcambridge@gmail com

www.sas-swimming.co.uk

Haverhill & Saffron Walden

Shotokan Karate

E: gill.payne@talktalk.net

Judo

E: iskjc@yahoo.co.uk

Koryoda Kids

W: www.koryoda.com

Saffron Walden Judo Club

T: 07815126393

Saffron Walden Judo Tots

T: 07460424506

Shotokan Karate Ryu

W: www.skr.org.uk

Te-Ashi-Do Karate, Bishop’s Stortford

M: 07826 849388

E: allan.worrell@sky.com

W: www.teashido.co.uk

Rugby

Wendens Ambo Mini Rugby

E: chair@wendenrugby.com

W: www.wendenrugby.com

Saffron Walden Rugby Club, Henham

M: 07703 532822

E: info@swrfc.co.uk

W: www.swrfc.co.uk

Squash

Bishop’s Stortford Squash Club

E: andrewmulvey@stortfordsquash.co.uk

W: www.stortfordsquash.co.uk

Saffron Walden Squash Club

E: george.atterbury@hotmail.com

Swimming

Bishops Stortford Swimming Club

E: membership@bsswimclub.org.uk

22 performing arts

Performing arts

JCL School of Dance

T: 07753 607 523

E: julialast8@gmil.com

W: jclschooldance.webden.co.uk

KBD Dance

T: 07305 113 187

E: katie@kbddance.com

W: kbddance.co.uk

Kate Plummer School of Dance

T: 07832 212 593

E: kateplum@hotmail.co.uk

Tempos Performing Arts

T: 07956 211 909

E: info@temposperformingarts.co.uk

W: temposperformingarts.co.uk

Tracey Walker School of Dance

T: 07773 062 338

E: doancecrazy.tracey1@gmail.com

W: traceywalkerschoolofdance.co.uk

Dance Drama

Drama Wise

T: 01223 832 288

E: frances.wyse@btinternet.com

W: dramaclasses.biz

Perform Bishops Stortford

T: 02072 559 120

E: performforschools@perform.org.uk

W: perform.org.uk

Stortford Performers

T: 07949 029 967

E: emmacremnitz@gmail.com

W: stortfordperformers.com

Theatre Schools

Buzzy Bees Sting Performing Arts

T: 07900 735 566

E: hello@stingperformingarts.com

W: stingperformingarts.com

Graham School of Dance

T: 01279 654 423

E: info@grahamschoolofdance.co.uk

W: grahamschoolofdance.co.uk

Hyperfusion Theatre Co

T: 07909 960 490

E: sarah@hyperfusion.co.uk

W: hyperfusion.co.uk

Pauline Quirk Academy

T: 07958 913 456

E: paula.templeman@pqaacademy.com

W: pqaacademy.com

Pure Rhythm Performing Arts

T: 07952 993288

E: sue@purerhythm.co.uk

W: purerhythm.co.uk

Saffron Walden Musical Theatre Company

T: 07799 628 977

E: swmtcyg@gmail.com

W: swmtc.net

Stagecoach

T: 01799 588 246

E: saffronwalden@stagecoach.co.uk

W: stagecoach.co.uk/saffronwalden

Sting Performing Arts

T: 07903 192 094

E: hello@stingperformingarts.com

W: stingperformingarts.com

Pure Rhythm School of Performing Arts

On July 13th & 15th Pure Rhythm ran four sell-out performances of their 20year Anniversary show. Aged 7-18 a cast of 62 performed numbers from shows performed over the years from Alice to Seussical, Honk and many more all linked together by humorous drama.

Numerous ex-students and teachers came back to watch. On the last night a video was played of what Pure Rhythm had meant to them over the past twenty years. Two leaving students celebrated securing places for top performing arts colleges. We will continue to support and follow their path as always. Pure Rhythm is very much a family feel business and the love and support during the run made it an incredible time for myself and staff involved. “Pure Rhythm is so much more than a job to me, it’s my life and I look forward to the next 20 years!

Sue Raven Principal Pure Rhythm School of Performing Arts

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Pre-Schools

Albury

Albury Seedlings Pre-School

Albury C of E Primary School

Ages: 2 to school age

T: 01279 771253

E: admin@albury.herts.sch.uk

Ashdon

Ashdon Childrens Nursery

Ages: 3mths-5yrs; Contact: Annette Bel

T: 01799 584848

E: info@ashdonchildrensnursery.com

W: ashdonchildrensnursery.com

Forest School sessions in Ashdon

E: Sarah@natureoflearning.co.uk

W: natureoflearning.co.uk

Bartlow

Little Hands Nursery

Ages: 0-4; Head: Marion Kell

T: 01223 897945

E: lh-bartlow@btconnect.com

Birchanger

Birchanger Butterflies Preschool

Birchwood; Ages: 2-5;

T: 01279 810800

E: admin@birchangerbutterflies.org.uk

Bishop’s Stortford

Apple Green Montessori Nursery

Ages 2-5 years old

T: 07788 913444

E: info@applegreenmontessori.co.uk

W: applemontessori.co.uk

Appletree Pre-School

Windhill21 School; Ages: 2-5

Contact: Hayley Lynskey

T: 07745 262676/01279 771367

Blues Pre-School Nursery

Blues Pre-School Nursery

Bishop’s Stortford High School

Ages: 2-5, Contact; Kim Craythorne

T: 01279 755422

E: admissions@bluespreschool.co.uk

W: bluespreschool.co.uk

Busy Bees Nursery

St Michael’s Mead

Ages: 0-5, Contact: Mandy Caslake

T: 01279 755522

Busy Bees Thorley Park

16 The Thorley Centre

Ages: 3 months-5 yrs

Contact: Stacy Kersey

T: 01279 654830

Doodle Do Day Nursery

The Old Church Hall, Portland Road

Ages: Babies-5

Contact: Colleen Guiver

T: 01279 653318

E: manager@doodledodaynursery.com

W: doodledodaynursery.com

Grove Cottage (Special needs)

151 London Road. Bishop’s Stortford.

M-F (offers 15hr and 30hr funded places)

Ages: Birth-5

Contact: Maria Sims

T: 01279 656085

E: nursery@mencapgrovecottage.org

High House Montessori Nursery

Takeley Rd, Herts CM22 6PL

Ages: 0-5, Contact: Vanessa Callan

T: 01279 870898

W: highhousenursery.co.uk

Little Ladybirds

All Saints School; Ages: 2-4

Contact: Hayley Lynskey

T: 07745 262676/01279 771367

Little Oaks

Howe Green House School; Ages: 2-3

Contact: Julie Sellears; T: 01279 657706

E: julie.s@howegreenhouse.essex.sch.uk

W: howegreenhousseschool.co.uk

Sunflowers Pre-School Ages: 3 & 4 yrs

Thorley Hill Primary School

Park Lane, CM23 3NH.

Manager: Louisa Cowler

T: 07752 562206

E: sunflowers.preschool17@gmail.com

W: sunflowerspreschool.co.uk

Sycamore House Day Nursery

Manager: Courtney Skeggs

T: 01279 465097;

E: manager@sycamorehousedaynursery.co.uk

W: sycamorehousedaynursery.co.uk

Thorley Pre-School & Thorley Tree Tots

Managers: Donna Methven & Olivia

Methven-Pink;

T: 01279 503895

E: admin@thorleypreschool.co.uk

W: www.thorleypreschool.co.uk

Thorn Grove Little Acorns

Thorn Grove School; Ages: 2-5

Contact: Sam Stedman;

T: 01279 653233

E: tglittleacorns@aol.com

Chrishall

Chrishall Pre-School

Manager Mrs Sonia Mckenna

T: 01763 838592

E: preschool@chrishall.essex.sch.uk

W: chrishall.essex.sch.uk

Clavering

Clavering & Arkesden Preschool

Head: Cara Donker; Ages: 21⁄2-5

T: 01799 550380

E: claveringarkesdenpreschool@gmail.com

W: claveringarkesdenpreschool.org.uk

Farnham

Saplings Farnham (Preschool)

Term Time: Mon-Fri 09.00-15.00

Contact: Jess Boyten

E: admin@saplingsnursery.co.uk

W: saplingsfarnham.co.uk

Finchingfield Pre-school

Ages: 2-5

Manager: Christine Lambert

T: 01371 811593;

M: 07713 189801

E: finchingfieldpreschool@gmail.com

Ford End Pre-School

Village Hall

Prorietor: Joanna Mardell

T: 01371 874457 M: 07754 876330

E: joannamardell@yahoo.co.uk

W: fordendpreschool.co.uk

Great Bardfield

Great Bardfield Pre-School

Ages: 2 to school age

Manager: Kathy King

T: 01371 811580;

M: 07971 429386

E: KathyKing32@btinternet.com

Great Chesterford

Great Chesterford Community

Preschool

Ages: 2-5

T: 07840 341551

E: admissions@chesterfordspreschool.org.uk

Great Chishill

Great Chishill Nursery School

Gt Chishill Cricket Pavillion

Ages: 2-5

T: 01763 836968

W: chishillnursery.co.uk

Great Dunmow

Flitch Green Montessori Preschool

T: 01371 823293

E: flitchgreen@mymontessori.org.uk

W: flitchgreenpreschool.co.uk

Freedom Daycare Nursery

T: 01371 873663

Maynard Montessori Pre-School

T: 01371 856995

E: maynard@mymontessori.org.uk

W: maynardmontessori.co.uk

Puffin Preschool

T: 07712 858878

Wrens Pre-School

Quaker Meeting House

T: 01371 874457

E: joannamardell@yahoo.co.uk

W: wrenspreschool.co.uk

Hatfield Broad Oak

Under 5s Preschool

High Street, Hatfield Broad Oak

T: 01279 718998

Hempstead

Pips Nursery

Boytons Farm, Boytons Lane, Hempstead

T: 01279 295296

M: 07866 469471

E: pippa@pips-nursery.co.uk

M-F Flexible hours

Registered child minding setting. Extension of PIPS Nursery in Strethall. Ages: 3 months to 3 years. after school care from 4-9 years Holiday club with a variety of activities. Norland Nurse; NNEB, RSH.

Henham

Henham & Ugley Nursery School

Ages: 3-5

T: 01279 850213

E: admin@henhamugley.essex.sch.uk

W: henhamugley.essex.sch.uk

Saplings Nursery

Ages: 3 months - 5 years

T: 01279 851998

E: admin@saplingsnursery.co.uk

W: saplingsnursery.co.uk

Little Hallingbury

Little Hallingbury Playgroup

Ages: 2-5

Village Hall

T: 01279 726578

E: debbieroberts35@virginmedia.com

Much Hadham

Faraway Tree Kindergarten

Ages: 2+

Hadham Cross Congregational Ch Hall

T: 07488 333820

E: info@farawaytreekindergarten.co.uk

W: farawaytreekindergarten.co.uk

T: 0790 073 5566

Much Hadham Pre-School

Ages: 2-5

Oudle Lane, Much Hadham

T: 01279 842614

E: muchhadhampreschool@yahoo.co.uk

W: muchhadhampreschool.co.uk

Newport

Olivers Lodge Nursery

Ages 0-4

T: 01799 540709

E: info@olivers-lodge.co.uk

Olivers Lodge Pre-School

Ages 3-4

T: 01799 540709

E: info@olivers-lodge.co.uk

Saffron Walden

Saffron Walden Playgroup

E: barbourkj@yahoo.co.uk

Bell Day Nursery

Ages: 0-5

T: 01799 528051

Bright Horizons Crocus Saffron

Walden Nursery and Preschool

Ages 3months - 5 years

T: 01799 522522

E: saffronwalden@brighthorizons.com

W: brighthorizons.com

Meadow Montessori Nursery

Ages: 2-5

T: 01799 513858

W: montessorimeadows.co.uk

Saffron Walden Nursery School

Ages: 1 year to school age

T: 01799 522108

E: info@saffronwaldennursery.org.uk

W: saffronwaldennursery.org.uk

Stehen Perse Nursery

Ashdon Road, CB10 2AL

Ages: 1-5

T: 01223 454762

E: admissions@stephenperse.com

W: stephenperse.com

St Thomas More Montessori

Ages: 1-5 years

T: 01799 523248

E: stm@mymontessori.org.uk

W: stthomasmoremontessori.co.uk

Stansted

Bentfield Nursery

Ages: 3-5

T: 01279 813626

E: admin@bentfield.essex.sch.uk

W: bentfield.essex.sch.uk

Rainbow Preschool

Ages: 2 1/2-5

T: 01279 814242

W: rainbowpreschool-stansted.co.uk

Uttlesford Citizens Advice - why volunteer?

Uttlesford Citizens Advice is fortunate to have a great team of volunteers - all local people who give their time, skills and experience to keep our service running.

Our volunteers come from, understand and reflect the communities we serve. They connect us to the community, help us meet demand for advice and truly enhance our organisation by bringing a wide range of knowledge and lived experiences that can help shape our services and improve the support that we give to our clients.

We have over 70 volunteers currently, but we still need new volunteers every year to help us meet the growing demand for advice. Volunteering is a great way to pick up skills, make friends and feel part of an enthusiastic team. And it’s not just worthwhile; volunteering can also be fantastic fun and hugely rewarding. Your gift of time is precious and makes those receiving it feel valued.

We welcome people from all walks of life, like the people who use our services. We value diversity, promote equality and inclusivity. We want to help all our volunteers develop and progress towards their goals, whatever these are.

If you would like to find out more about our range of volunteer roles, we would love to hear from you! You don’t need any particular skills or experience for most of our roles as all volunteers receive an induction and comprehensive, free, high quality training to ensure you have the knowledge and confidence to fulfil your role.

For further information, please visit our website, www.uttlesfordca.org.uk, email jo.hancock@uttlesfordca.org.uk or call 01799 618840.

Uttlesford Citizens Advice

Barnards Yard, Saffron Walden

CB11 4EB 01799 618840 help@uttlesfordca.org.uk www.uttlesfordca.org.uk

30 toddlers and babies

Baby and toddler groups

Monday

Boogiewoogies

United Reform Church, Saffron Walden

Music & Movement classes from 9:30am

M: 07837 176823

E: sarah@boogiewoogies.co.uk

W: www.boogiewoogies.co.uk

Mini Monster Sensory Explorers

Little Monsters House of Fun, Gt Dunmow

From 9:30am Focus on enhancing language and listening skills through storytime, creative play and music.

E: info@minimonsterclasses.co.uk

W: www.minimonsterclasses.co.uk

Tuesday

Boogiewoogies

Margret Street Hall, Thaxted. From 9:30am.

Unique music and movement classes for babies and pre-school aged children.

M: 07837 176823

E: sarah@boogiewoogies.co.uk

W: www.boogiewoogies.co.uk

Tiny Tempos

St Barnabas Centre, Thorley 10:45am-11:30am.

Music and movement classes suitable from birth.

M: 07956 211909

E: info@tinytempos.co.uk

W: www.tinytempos.co.uk

Little Learners

Uttlesford & Bishops Stortford

New Life Church, Saffron Walden. 9:30am M: 07712 116286

E: jade@littlelearnersuk.com

W: www.littlelearners.com

Mini Monster Rhyme Time

Little Monsters House fo Fun, Gt Dunmow

From 9:30am Introducing action rhymes to enhance a sense of rhythm and love of music

E: info@minimonsterclasses.co.uk

W: www.minimonsterclasses.co.uk

Tappy Toes Dance School

Bishop’s Stortford

Music, movement and dance classes for baby, toddler and pre school children.

T: 07770 084 373

E: stortford@tappytoes.com

W: www.tappytoes.com

Wednesday

Tiny Tempos

Golden Acre Community Centre, Saffron Walden. 11:15-11:45. Tiny Tutus toddler ballet classes for parent and child. Suitable from 18months old.

M: 07956 211909

E: info@tinytempos.co.uk

W: www.tinytempos.co.uk

Boogiewoogies

United Reform Church, Saffron Walden from 9:30am. Unique music and movement classes for babies and preschool aged children.

M: 07837 176823

E: sarah@boogiewoogies.co.uk

W: www.boogiewoogies.co.uk

Ruggerbugs Saffron Walden

Teaches basic Rugby skills and movement for babies and toddlers.

Saffron Walden, Dunmow and Bishops Stortford 9:05-11:15 T: 01279 797777

E: andyp@ruggerbugs.co.uk

W: www.ruggerbugs.co.uk

Little Learners

Uttlesford & Bishops Stortford

Parsonage Lane, Bishops Stortford

9:30am M: 07712 116286

E: jade@littlelearnersuk.com

W: www.littlelearners.com

Mini Monster Bright Minds

Little Monsters House fo Fun, Gt Dunmow

From 9:30am Introducing pre-school learning through play, giving toddlers the opportunity to learn through play and to engage socially.

E: info@minimonsterclasses.co.uk

W: www.minimonsterclasses.co.uk

Mini Monster Baby Meet Up

Little Monsters House fo Fun, Gt Dunmow

From 9:30am A relaxed structured session offering the opportunity to meet new people, chat about your early day experiences and build friendships.

E: info@minimonsterclasses.co.uk

W: www.minimonsterclasses.co.uk

Thursday

Jo Jingles

Sewards End Village Hall from 9:30am

Jo Jingles offers fun, interactive music, singing and movement classes for babies and pre-school children. M: 07485 721393 E: westsuffolk@jojingles.co.uk

W: www.jojingles.com

Mini Mindfulness Outdoors

Noakes Grove Nature Reserve, Sewards End, Saffron Walden 9:15-10:15

Playing, interacting and exploring in nature via all 6 senses. Sessions end with learning calming and settling methods for the whole family.

M: 07966 579345

E: nikkisammons.co.uk

W: www.nikkisammons.co.uk

Little Learners

Uttlesford & Bishops Stortford

Stansted Quaker Meeting House, Stansted Mountfitchet 9:30am

M: 07712 116286

E: jade@littlelearnersuk.com

W: www.littlelearners.com

Mini Monster Musical Movers

Little Monsters House fo Fun, Gt Dunmow

From 9:30am Exercise and Movement is essential for general wellbeing, our sessions engage a sense of rhythm whilst exploring movement and play.

E: info@minimonsterclasses.co.uk

W: www.minimonsterclasses.co.uk

Rock & Roll Baby

Baby Massage and Baby Yoga classes in Radwinter. Suitable from birth. Enjoy special, focussed time with your baby in a calm and supportive environment.

T: 07791745619

E: rockandrollbabymassage@gmail.com

W: rockandrollbaby.com

Tiny Tempos

Baptist Church, Saffron Walden

10:45 – 11:30. Music and movement classes suitable from birth.

M: 07956 211909

E: info@tinytempos.co.uk

W: www.tinytempos.co.uk

Friday

Little Learners

Uttlesford & Bishops Stortford

Great Hallingbury Village Hall, Nr Bishops Stortford 10am

M: 07712 116286

E: jade@littlelearnersuk.com

W: www.littlelearners.com

Mini Monster Adventurers

Little Monsters House fo Fun, Gt Dunmow

From 9:30am Themed adventure play with wonderful activities to stimulate your child’s learning through fun, play and imagination.

E: info@minimonsterclasses.co.uk

W: www.minimonsterclasses.co.uk

Term time only except where stated

Wren’s Friends

-starring Wren and her Shih-Tsu

Humphrey - is a joyful story book about being vegan by local author Matt Claydon and beautifully illustrated by Danielle Hatton.

It explores the benefits of a vegan lifestyle and the importance of showing empathy and compassion to our animal friends.

Having found the majority of kids vegan books to be somewhat macabre and depressing, Matt decided to picture Veganism in a much more upbeat and fun light - whilst being thought provoking for both parent and child.

It’s an excellent read for any child/adult vegan or not and a great way to encourage discussion on ethics, health and our environment.

This wonderful book is available on Amazon.

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