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JULY BUMPER SUMMER 2021 5 JULY - 31 AUGUST 2021 ISSUE 129

Film Preview Guide Daisy Quokka Daisy Quokka is a cute and colourful family adventure from the team behind Peter Rabbit. When an unbearably adorable, eternally optimistic Quokka named Daisy wants to achieve the impossible – to win the annual ‘World’s Scariest Animal’ championship, she enlists the guidance of a washed-up, former champion, a grouchy Saltwater Crocodile, to help her achieve her dreams and prove that champions can come in all sizes. Daisy Quokka is in cinemas now.

Extinct Op and Ed are sister and brother flummels - cute, furry donut-shaped animals who live on an island in the Galapagos in 1835. Ed, a grumpy pessimist, desperately wants to fit in with the community while Op, overly exuberant, constantly creates havoc that makes them outsiders. Follow them as they plummet through a colourful time portal and pop out into a house in… modern day Shanghai. Meet Clarance, an adorable little dog who isn’t quite as cute as he seems. Op and Ed meet ‘The Extinctables’ - a family of odd, extinct creatures – and with their help, the siblings race against time to stop Clarance’s evil plans and save the flummels. Extinct is released on Sky Cinema on 20 August.

Hotel Transylvania: Transformania Drac and the pack are back, like you’ve never seen them before in Hotel Transylvania:Transformania. Reunite with your favourite monsters for an all-new adventure that presents Drac with his most terrifying task yet.When Van Helsing’s mysterious invention, the ‘Monsterfication Ray’ goes haywire, Drac and his monster pals are all transformed into humans, and Johnny becomes a monster! In their new mismatched bodies, Drac, stripped of his powers, and an exuberant Johnny, loving life as a monster, must team up and race across the globe to find a cure before it’s too late, and before they drive each other crazy.With help from Mavis and the hilariously human Drac Pack, the heat is on to find a way to switch themselves back before their transformations become permanent.Transformania is only at cinemas from 23 July

Jungle Cruise

Moonbound Moonbound is an out-of-this-world family adventure. Think Wall-E meets Over the Moon.This gorgeous and charming new feature animation follows one boy and his sister on a race against time to restore peace to the Milky Way. Based on one of Germany’s most popular children’s books, Moonbound tells the story of little Pete who embarks on an enchanting journey together with June bug Mr Zoomzeman and the Sandman to rescue his little sister from the evil Moon Man. Moonbound is in cinemas nationwide from 6 August.

Space Jam: A New Legacy Welcome to the Jam! NBA champion and global icon LeBron James goes on an epic adventure alongside timeless Tune Bugs Bunny with the animated/live-action event ‘Space Jam:A New Legacy’.This transformational journey is a manic mashup of two worlds that reveals just how far some parents will go to connect with their kids.When LeBron and his young son Dom are trapped in a digital space by a rogue AI, LeBron must get them home safe by leading Bugs, Lola Bunny and the whole gang of notoriously undisciplined Looney Tunes to victory over the AI’s digitised champions on the court: a powered-up roster of professional basketball stars as you’ve never seen them before. It’s Tunes versus Goons as the ready-for-action Tunes destroy convention, supercharge their unique talents and surprise even ‘King’ James by playing the game their own way. Space Jam:A New Legacy will be released nationwide on 16 July. Photo credit: Courtesy Warner Bros. Pictures

Spirit Untamed This is an epic adventure about a headstrong girl longing for a place to belong who discovers a kindred spirit when her life intersects with a wild horse. Spirit Untamed is the next chapter in the Spirit story following on from Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002). Lucky Prescott moves back to a sleepy little town with her aunt and she is unimpressed. She has a change of heart when she meets Spirit, a wild Mustang who shares her independent streak, and befriends two local horseback riders.When a heartless horse wrangler and his team plan to capture Spirit and his herd and auction them off to a life of captivity and hard labour, Lucky enlists her new friends and bravely embarks on the adventure of a lifetime to rescue the horse who has given her freedom and a sense of purpose, and has helped Lucky discover a connection to her Mexican heritage that she never expected. Spirit Untamed is released in cinemas on 30 July.

The Croods 2: A New Age

The Croods have survived their fair share When Disney made a film based on a Disneyland of dangers and disasters, from fanged prehistoric beasts to being forced to come ride, Pirates of the Caribbean, it was so successful out into the light and leave their cave forever. that it spawned numerous sequels.The latest ride But now they will face their biggest challenge to get the film treatment is Jungle Cruise, one of of all - another family.The first prehistoric the earliest Adventureland rides and still popular at family sets off into the world in search Disney parks across the world. Dr Lily Houghton of a safer place to call home.When they enlists the aid of wisecracking skipper Frank Wolff discover an idyllic walled-in paradise that meets all their needs, they think to take her down the Amazon in his ramshackle their problems are solved... except for one thing.Another family already lives there, the boat.Together, they search for an ancient tree that Bettermans.When the Bettermans temporarily invite the Croods into their home filled with creature comforts, it isn’t long before tensions escalate between this cave family and holds the power to heal - a discovery that will change the future of medicine.The cast includes Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt and Jack Whitehall.The film is due to be in cinemas a modern one. Just when all seems lost, a new threat will propel both families on an epic adventure, one that will force them to embrace their differences, draw strength from each from 30 July. other and forge a future together.The Croods 2:A New Age is released on 16 July. Photo credit: Frank Masi

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Hi Readers Primary Times in South West London 7 Southbrook Mews London SE12 8LG Tel: 020 8318 0400 Email: office@primarytimes.biz Website: www.primarytimes.co.uk Twitter: @PT_LondonSandE Instagram: @primarytimesse Publishing Editor: Peter Watson Sales: Andrew Langridge, My Yen Doyle, Ty Smith & Catherine Dillon Listings: Claire Wood, Hayley Hughes Production: Alison Watson Office Manager: Chris Blower Administrator: Claire Wood Social Media: Rachel Benson Primary Times is independently published and distributed free in primary, infant, junior and middle schools throughout the boroughs of Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Richmond upon Thames, Sutton & Wandsworth. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. Its aims are to inform families and children of current educational issues, forthcoming events, courses and attractions and to give teachers, pupils and parents the opportunity to participate in the magazine by adding to its contents or joining in the competitions which we run. It is NOT our intention to publish any racist, sexist or politically based material whatsoever. We also undertake not to carry any advertising which we would consider to be offensive to young families or harmful to the best interests of young children. The opinions expressed in either the editorial or advertisements within this publication are not necessarily those held by the editor or publisher. While we take great care with the compilation of information within this magazine, neither the editor nor publisher will accept any liability for the accuracy of the editorial or advertising contained within the publication. We welcome listings being sent to us for inclusion in our What’s On section. Free listings are dependent on available space and we cannot guarantee to print all the listings we are sent. Please send them to listings@primarytimes.biz. Primary Times would like to thank all the schools for their assistance in distributing the magazine and for their contributions to its contents. We would also like to thank all the advertisers who have supported this publication and therefore made it possible. Please support their endeavours when and where you can. No part of this magazine, including the advertisements within it may be reproduced, in part or in whole, without the express written permission of the Publishing Editor. Primary Times is currently publishing over 2.5 million copies per issue under franchise licences throughout England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Primary Times South West London is operated under franchise licence.

Well what a mixed school year that has been... lessons in school, home schooling, online lessons then back to school. However you’ve been learning, the summer holidays are nearly here so now is your chance to put the year behind you, relax and enjoy a fun summer. As part of that relaxing take a look at our School’s Out for Summer feature, full of ideas on how to have fun with the family. All the venues listed have had a really tough time this year and will appreciate your visit and support. Please do mention that you read about them in Primary Times - we also value your support. Claire and Hayley have spent a long time searching to make this the best ever guide for what to do this summer holiday. Many of the listings are FREE or low cost so do read through them and mark up the ones you want to go to. Our listings are prepared a long time in advance so to make sure you have the latest details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure they haven’t changed, especially with last minute changes due to Covid19 restrictions. As many of you will know, we publish a comprehensive Choosing your New School feature in our September magazine. The feature is aimed at Year 5 and Year 6 pupils but is handy for everyone to think about. Do look out for that magazine which will be published on 1 September.

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inside this issue.... Local News...............................4 Family Theatre..........................6 What’s On.................................8 School’s Out for Summer..............9 Education News...................... 14 Out of School Activities........... 18 Competitions........................... 21 All Your Own Work..................23

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It’s hard to believe it’s been more than a year and a half since the first lockdown restrictions were announced and life as we knew it ground to a halt. Primary Times spoke to Wendy Robinson, Service Head at Childline. She gave us some tips to help families adjust. Although we’re able to enjoy a few more freedoms now, the impact of Covid-19 is likely to be with us for some time to come. It will have a long-lasting impact on children and families, something that they’ve heard a lot about at Childline, which continues to be there for children. The NSPCC-run service has counselled more than 73,000 children and young people UK-wide around mental health related concerns alone since April 2020. More and more young people are talking about their struggles with mental health generally but also because of Covid-19. And now as restrictions lift, this can bring a new set of worries for children. So how can we help children regain their confidence in the world again? Start slowly Getting back into a routine with attending school and seeing friends might feel difficult but a routine of familiar things will help. Take it slowly and don’t be surprised if they are reluctant or hesitant at first, be supportive and help them ease gently back into their old routines. Try something new Whether it’s a new hobby, joining a club or going somewhere you haven’t been before, trying new experiences can help children feel better about themselves. See yourself differently If your child is having negative thoughts or thinking too much about things they’d like to change, encourage them to challenge themselves. They could try writing down one thing every day that they like. It could be their smile, kindness, sense of humour. If they’re struggling, suggest they think what someone who cares about them would say. Try a new look Doing something different with the way you look can help you go beyond your comfort zone and reclaim a sense of self. Why not help them try out a new hairstyle or choose a new outfit. Help other people There are lots of ways to help others, from volunteering to just listening to a friend. It’s a great way to help children feel better about themselves and shows they’ve got positive things to share. Talk to people Try taking a breath and talking slowly and clearly. Try asking about the other person and really listen to what they’re saying. Remind children others can’t see what they’re thinking and they might not even know that they’re nervous. Building confidence can take time, but these tips are a good place to start. More advice and support can be found at www. childline.org and children can always call and speak to a volunteer counsellor, free and in confidence by calling 0800 1111. 4

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Sutton Council’s Cultural Services have launched a video game for children age 8-12, to raise awareness about misinformation. The game, called NewsFlash, has been launched with supporting educational resources for parents, carers and teachers. Both the game and resources aim to enhance digital literacy and introduce children to the skills needed to critically think about misinformation. NewsFlash! helps pre-teens to analyse their research habits, develop skills for assessing the legitimacy of information consumed, and supports better understanding of the impact of misinformation. To find out more, visit www.newsflashgame.org.

RSPCA Young Photographer Awards It’s back! The RSPCA Young Photographer Awards is the RSPCA’s annual animal photography competition for anyone aged 18 years or younger and it’s free to enter. This year’s competition opened in May and closes on 16 August. It’s a fantastic opportunity to get creative this summer. The RSPCA want to encourage young people’s interest in animals and the natural world, as well as to develop their photography skills. No fancy equipment or specialist skills are required to take part – just a love of animals and a keen eye. There are 11 categories to choose from, including the new Schools Challenge where pupils enter individually but also represent their school. The RSPCA crown a winner in each category, an overall winner, and there’s an online public vote in March 2022 for the People’s Choice Award. There are some fantastic prizes to be won, including a UK weekend photography break (for the overall winner and a parent/guardian) with Natures Images, up to £3,000 in Amazon vouchers, certificates and trophies. Judging takes place in September, by a panel of awardwinning and professional wildlife photographers including naturalist and broadcaster, Chris Packham, who also hosts the awards ceremony in December. Check out www.rspca.org.uk/ypa for more information.

Wimbledon on the Road

Jaguar UK marked the conclusion of National School Sport Week by bringing a taste of the Wimbledon 2021 Championships to Malmesbury Primary School in Merton. Tennis star Kyle Edmund and TV presenter and author Frankie Bridge created a pop-up Centre Court experience at the school. The pop-up Centre Court experience marks the beginning of Jaguar UK’s tennis kit drop, a nationwide initiative by Jaguar retailers to engage with their local schools and communities. It is the ambition of Jaguar to provide ‘unmatched’ experiences by donating tennis nets, rackets and balls that will engage children with the physical activity recommended to help them recover from a year lost to the pandemic. Kyle Edmund and Frankie Bridge led an introductory tennis session for the school’s Year 6 pupils with the All England Lawn Tennis Club’s Dan Bloxham, to bring some fun and inspiration to their PE lesson.

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Elephants Spread across London!

If you go down to some of London’s parks over the next few weeks you may be even more surprised than you would be by a teddy bear’s picnic. A herd of a hundred elephants will be spread across Green Park, St James’s Park, and Berkeley Square until 23 July. As you may have guessed, the elephants are beautiful statues, not living creatures. The herd were hand-crafted by The Real Elephant Collective – a group of artists and indigenous Adivasi tribals, and have travelled all the way from the Nilgiri Hills of Southern India. Marking the climate change conference COP26, the CoExistence campaign aims to trigger a moment of collective empathy for the world’s biggest and most intelligent land animal, that, like so many magical creatures, now find themselves living in human-dominated landscapes. As the herd make their way around the globe, they are telling the story of human encroachment on wild spaces and inspiring the world to find ways to coexist with all the other living beings that make our world magical – from tigers and orangutans to tree sparrows and elephants. Projects made possible by the sale of the sculptures include the securement of wildlife corridors which enable safe movement for animals and people, and the protection of vital indigenous tribal knowledge and livelihoods. Following London, the pachyderm parade will make their way to the USA where they will migrate, in matriarchal fashion, from the east to west coast of America. This stage of their monumental, lifelong journey will last 3 years and cover over 13,000 miles. Photo credit: Claire Wood

CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals

The winners of this year’s CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals, the UK’s oldest book awards for children and young people, have been announced. The Medals celebrate outstanding achievement in children’s writing and illustration respectively and are unique in being judged by librarians. Both winning books explore urban landscapes through a child’s eyes, with Chair of Judges Ellen Krajewski describing them to Primary Times as, “compelling stories told from a child’s viewpoint that deliver a powerful emotional punch.”

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Look Both Ways by Jason Reynolds is a breathtakingly gripping collection of intertwined stories brimming with humour, empathy and humanity. Jason is the US National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and this is his first Carnegie Medal win. Canadian author and illustrator Sydney Smith wins his second Kate Greenaway Medal for Small in the City, which depicts claustrophobic and overwhelming urban streets from a child’s viewpoint. The judges called it an, “evocative and immersive book” that is “understated whilst also managing to build to a moving emotional end with the themes of being lost, alone and overlooked taking on a much wider resonance.” The winning books were chosen by an expert volunteer team of 15 librarians reading a total of 152 nominations. The winners will each receive £500 worth of books to donate to a library of their choice, a specially commissioned golden medal and a £5,000 Colin Mears Award cash prize. Tens of thousands of young people who shadow the Medals have also been reading and debating this year’s shortlists and have voted for their favourites.

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Family Theatre

Richmond Theatre

Palace Theatre

The Little Mix Experience

Box Office: 0330 333 4813 15 Jul – 29 Aug

What the Ladybird Heard

The best shows around... Centre Court Shopping Garrick Theatre Box Office: 03303 334 811 Centre Wimbledon Box Office: www.polkatheatre.com 29 Jul – 29 Aug

Maanika and The Wolf This magical show from Polka Theatre blends the past and the present, the real and the imagined, as a grandmother returns to her childhood bedroom recalling stories from when she was a young girl. Ages 3-6.

Colour House Theatre Merton Abbey Mills

Box Office: 020 8542 5511 4 Sep – 7 Nov

Hansel and Gretel When Hansel and Gretel explore a house made of sweets they think their luck has changed, but things take a turn for the worst when they discover the house belongs to an evil witch. Ages 3+

The Exchange Twickenham

Box Office: 020 8240 2399 29 Jul – 1 Aug

The Three Little Pigs Join the three pigs as they embark on their adventures, building houses and running away from the big bad wolf. Full of singing, dancing, counting, phonics and madcap fun in this interactive show.

17 Jul – 22 Aug

Billionaire Boy From the award-winning West End producers of Gangsta Granny comes this amazing new production of David Walliams’ best-selling story Billionaire Boy. Ages 5+

Kew Gardens

Box Office: www.kew.org 24 Jul – 30 Aug

The Wind in the Willows

Open Air Theatre Regents Park

www.openairtheatre.com 7 – 24 Jul

Anansi the Spider This retelling of the classic West African and Caribbean folk tales, for ages 3-7, will be bought vividly to life for all ages to enjoy outdoors on the theatre lawn. 13 Aug – 5 Sep

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Join the clever Ladybird as she leads the animals on their quest to save the day in this joyous stage adaptation of the bestselling picture book by Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks. Ages 3+

Polka Theatre Wimbledon

Box Office: 020 8543 8320 25 Sep – 31 Oct

RED The Polka opens its brandnew doors after a major redevelopment. The wolves have seized power from Queen Sukotai and Alpha Wolf sits on the throne. What will happen and where is RED? Help find RED and end this conflict, restoring peace to the land. Ages 6+

This critically Enjoy acclaimed, RHS Garden outdoor the show! theatre Wisley And don’t production, Box Office: www. forget to say set against rhs.org.uk/ you saw it in the magical gardens/wisley backdrop of Primary 10 Jul the stunning The Secret Times! lake, is packed Garden with much-loved colourful With themes of friendship, characters, music, song and wellbeing and caring for laughter. nature, Mary’s story is

Dragons and Mythical Beasts

fantastical new show for all the family, out in the great outdoors.

brought to life through dance and music in this one-hour ballet performed in the garden to a brand new original score. Ages 6+ 25 Jul

Treasure Island It’s pirate ships, pieces of eight and salty old sea dogs for summer 2021 in Quantum Theatre’s swashbuckling new adaptation of the classic pirate adventure, Treasure Island.

Box Office: 0333 009 6690 5 Aug

Four hugely talented girls pay tribute to the UK’s finest girl-band with breathtaking dance moves, replica costumes and some of the finest vocals in the UK.

Rose Kingston

Box Office: 020 8174 0090 4 – 11 Aug

Zog Written by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, this smash-hit stage adaptation from Freckle Productions is back and promises to be bigger, brighter and more roar-some than ever before.

Theatre Royal Haymarket

Box Office: www.trh.co.uk 12 Jul – 5 Sep

The Tiger Who Came to Tea Join the tea-guzzling tiger in this delightful family show packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos. Ages 3+

Slade Gardens, Brixton

www.painesplough.com 20 – 29 Aug

REALLY BIG AND REALLY LOUD It’s about losing your voice and going on a big adventure to find it again. The show features a rageful rhino, a very helpful fly called Stephen and some really good songs about chips. Ages 5+

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream Think gothic fantasy meets RuPaul‘s Drag Race, A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be another unmissable Changeling production. A funny, fantastical feast for the senses that will delight all ages.

Polka presents Maanika and the Wolf, a captivating tale for 3-6 year-olds this summer. A grandmother returns to her childhood bedroom recalling stories from when she was young. Watch as she brings her Indian dressing-up box back to life and re-enacts her own version of Little Red Riding Hood. Maanika and the Wolf takes place in a pop-up theatre space in Wimbledon’s Centre Court Shopping Centre from Thursday 29 July – Sunday 29 August. From September, The Polka opens its brandnew doors after a major redevelopment. The first show in the new building is RED, a visual and physical storytelling adventure, performed with British Sign Language for ages 6+. Journey around the building on a mission to restore peace to a land overtaken by wolves from Saturday 25 September to Sunday 31 October. This festive season go along and have a ball with Cinderella: the AWESOME truth, a madcap musical adventure for ages 5+, celebrating the power of friendship and self-worth in a refreshingly modern take on the beloved story, from Friday 12 November to Sunday 30 January. Inspired by Clement Clarke Moore’s much-loved poem, Christmas Eve comes alive with The Night Before Christmas. Join 6 year-old Amber as her world is turned topsy turvy by a surprise visitor and she begins an adventure she will never forget. The Night Before Christmas runs from Saturday 4 December to Sunday 16 January. Book these shows now at www.polkatheatre.com or by calling 020 8545 8320. A £1.50 transaction fee applies to phone and online bookings. Photo credit: Sam Roberts

Summer Holidays at Morden Hall Park

Summer is here and Morden Hall Park has a packed programme of activities for all ages to enjoy from outdoor live theatre to self-led family trails. Join them from 11 August to 1 September for their Summer of Fun with weekly sports and crafts activities every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11am – 3pm. During the Summer of Fun you’ll be able to enjoy Craft Wednesdays where you can learn how to make lovely creations inspired by nature. On Nature Thursdays, you’ll learn how we can help nature to thrive and how to support local wildlife. Get set, go, with lots of free games and activities that you can borrow to play in the Park on Sporty Fridays. Morden Hall Park is also the venue for some exciting outdoor theatre this summer. Heartbreak Productions bring their adaptations of The Great Gatsby on Sunday 11 July, and Mr Stink on Saturday 7 August. Local theatre company Shadow Road Productions, bring their new ‘Fireside Folktales’ production of A Tale of Robin Hood: The Rescue to the far side of the beautiful Rose Garden for a magical open-air performance on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 July, Sunday 1 and Monday 2 August. The Lord Chamberlain’s Men are returning to Morden Hall Park on Friday 13 and Saturday 14 August for their unique production of Macbeth. Booking is essential for all outdoor theatre. To find out more, visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/morden-hall-park.

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What’s On

What’s On Your family diary for July and August Due to Covid 19 restrictions please do check with the venue that the listing is up to date before planning your visit.

Ongoing Until 11 Jul

Wandsworth Arts Fringe, Various Locations One of London’s best arts and culture festivals is back. Bringing two glorious weeks of theatre, circus, music, dance, comedy, and creative workshops to southwest London and beyond, with over 130 live and digital events. To view the full programme of events visit www.wandsworthfringe.com

Until 12 Jul

Elephant Story Trail, Various Locations Take part in a unique elephant-themed story trail where you can follow the elephants around London’s parks. Find your way with a specially created map and complete nature-themed challenges from the story trail booklet along the way. To download the map and booklet visit www. wordsforlife.org.uk/ elephantstorytrail

Until 23 Jul

SouthWestFest 21, Various Locations across South Westminster There will be lots of great events, workshops, classes, and activities across the full three weeks of the festival programme, produced in partnership with local organisations and venues from across the south Westminster area. For more information and to view the full programme visit www. southwestfest.org.uk

PJ Masks at SEA LIFE, Chessington World of Adventures Resort, KT9 2NE It’s time to be a hero. PJ Masks is diving into SEA LIFE at Chessington World of Adventures Resort for the first time ever, with a brand-new Aquarium-wide adventure. Adult and preschooler tickets from £25 (term time weekdays). For more information and to book visit www.chessington. com

Until 31 Jul

The Poetry Trail, RHS Garden Wisley, GU23 6QB Explore the beautiful colours and scents of summer at RHS Wisley and follow the adult or family poetry trail around the garden to discover nature-based poems. To buy tickets and to download the trail before arrival visit www. rhs.org.uk/gardens/wisley

Until 1 Aug

Greenwich Family Arts Festival, Various Locations The Tramshed are delighted to announce that they are running the festival this year and have a programme jam packed with fun, entertaining, outlandish and extraordinary events. Every single event is free. To view what’s on and to book your place at an event visit www.tramshed.org

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Weekends until 1 Sept

Colours of Nature Trail, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD Explore nature with this family adventure, discovering how important colours are in nature. £3 per trail. Pick up your trail sheet from the cafe or garden centre or from the info point every weekend. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ morden-hall-park

Until 4 Sep

The GIANT LEGO® Brick Animal Trail, London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT This is the UK’s only collection of wetland animals made from the world’s most popular toy. In total, 253,728 LEGO bricks were used to make them. Can you find all 14 characters? For more information and to buy tickets visit www.wwt.org.uk/ wetland-centres/London

Until 12 Sep

Take One Picture, National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN This summer, the National Gallery will showcase artworks by primary school children across the UK in the 26th annual Take One Picture exhibition. The programme aims to put art at the centre of children’s learning across the curriculum. For more information visit www. nationalgallery.org.uk

Until 19 Sep

Secret World of Plants, Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AB Explore the hidden secrets of the plant world like never before with unique art installations across the Gardens. There will also be a family trail to spot favourite plants and the bees and butterflies that love to feed on the nectar in their flowers. Included in your entry ticket. To buy tickets visit www.kew.org

Until 30 Sep

Summer by the River, Various Locations The riverside between London Bridge and Tower Bridge will be home to al-fresco drinking and eating pop-ups - before opening up with a fullpacked programme of free entertainment, screenings and activities. For more information and to see what’s on visit www. londonbridgecity.co.uk Celebrate 50 Years of Mr Benn, Various Locations in Putney This summer Mr Benn will be celebrating in his hometown by finding adventures in shops and businesses. Best of all he is inviting everyone to join in the fun. For more information visit www. positivelyputney.co.uk

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Fun Days Out with the Family Guess which song belongs to which tree when visiting the tree listening project by Alex Metcalf or be immersed in the music plants themselves create in the Temperate House with Jason Singh’s Extinctions Songs. Find out more at www.kew.org

The Secret World of Plants at Kew

Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew this summer and explore the wonderfully weird world of plant biodiversity through newly commissioned interactive art installations using music, sound and colour. The summer festival, Secret World of Plants, takes visitors on a journey from large scale immersive UK landscapes created using the plants of our childhood to musical symphonies created by favourite trees and plants. Explore the six unique ‘plantscapes’ created by artist Vaughn Bell, with playful head-holes to pop up in the midst of the planting, allowing visitors to smell, touch and see the plants at eye level. Use the fun family trail guide to spot favourite plants and the bees and butterflies that love to feed on the nectar in their flowers.

Commando Dad: Forest School Adventures

Get outdoors with your kids with Neil and Tara Sinclair in their new book published in paperback on 8 July, priced £10.99. Suitable for children aged 3 to 13, Commando Dad: Forest School Adventures is a field guide loaded with dozens of activities, games and crafts for you and your troops to enjoy, including build a shelter in the woods, learn to tie knots, make a hotel for creepy crawlies, get creative with leaf printing and share campfire stories. These Forest School mission briefs will make sure your squad learns valuable skills, stays safe and has a lot of fun. Embrace the tried-and-tested Commando Dad approach to parenting and embark on some unforgettable outdoor adventures. Neil Sinclair is an ex-Commando, qualified childminder and dad of three. He is the author of the bestselling parenting guide Commando Dad: Basic Training.

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Visit Britain’s Wildest Adventure this Summer

Feel your heart pound as you journey on wild rides and stare wideeyed, encountering the resident animals at family Theme Park and Zoo, Chessington World of Adventures Resort. New for 2021, Britain’s wildest music festival, Wilderfest, joins the Chessington line-up of seasonal events this summer from Saturday 24 July to Tuesday 31 August and is included in your standard entry ticket. Set amongst the wilds of the Theme Park and Zoo, five stages spread across the Resort allow the whole family to croc n’ roll as Chessington comes alive with the buzz of live music plus roaming entertainment. Wilderfest is perfect for young festival-goers, so whether it’s your first one ever, or your first one this year, party animals will not want to miss out! Those needing to re-energise and refuel, can head over to the Festival Field for mouth-watering street food too, before basking in the sunshine at the Backyard Beach. This summer also marks 90 years since the opening of Chessington Zoo. Brave explorers can plunge 25m on a thrilling drop tower into the giant jaws of a crocodile on the new ride for 2021, Croc Drop. Things get spooky in October during Howl’o’ween, before finishing the year with Winter’s Tail, where you can meet Father Christmas in his enchanting grotto. Chessington is a COVID-secure venue, with all the required hygiene and safety measures in place to ensure you have a safe, wild adventure. Pre-booking online is essential at www.chessington.com , where you can save up to 29% on tickets and find out more about everything you’ve read here.

Become a Wetland Explorer at London Wetland Centre

There is plenty for children to do and see this summer at London Wetland Centre including a chance to become a Wetland Explorer from 24 July to 4 September. There are loads of exciting wetland activities waiting for young explorers, from pond dipping to an intrepid scavenger hunt. There is plenty of wildlife just waiting to be discovered.You never know what’s around the next corner of the reed bed and there’s always the chance of a close encounter with warblers, dragonflies, damselflies, kingfishers, water voles and lots more. Feeling adventurous? Test your balance and bravery at the Centre’s Wild Walk. Take a journey beyond the usual paths and into the wildest parts of this incredible nature reserve. Meander through different wetland habitats, ramble along reed beds and hop across stepping logs. Make a splash and try your balance on wobbly bridges – It’s great fun for big kids too! The Wetlands of the World are a relaxing and fun way of getting deep into the heart of WWT conservation work. Discover some of the animals WWT works to protect, such as the world’s rarest goose – the Nene. And don’t forget to take a photo with the lovely otters. For more information on all events, prices or how to book, visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/london.You can also call 020 8409 4400 or email info.london@wwt.org.uk.

Battersea Park Children’s Zoo

Nestled on the south bank of the Thames, Battersea Park Children’s Zoo is the perfect place for little explorers. With conservation and education at its heart, this much-loved family park is home to over

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100 amazing animals from around the world. From monkeys, meerkats and otters to lemurs, tropical birds and native farm favourites – there really is something to inspire everyone! The Zoo also boasts an impressive adventure playground, ideal for children of all ages and abilities to learn, discover and play. Imaginations will run wild in the great outdoors whilst exploring the real-life tractor, fire engine and helicopter as well as the giant climbing web and sensory sandpit. Keeper talks have been postponed for the time being due to Covid-19 rules but friendly keepers are always ready for a chat. If you’re looking for a more personal experience or an extra special gift, then look no further. There are exciting opportunities to get up close with some of the animals and get a taste of what life is like as a zookeeper! Visit their website to find out more. Tickets to the Zoo can be bought at the gate or online at www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk. They look forward to seeing you.

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Buckingham Palace Garden Opens to Visitors

The garden at Buckingham Palace will open to visitors from July to September this year, allowing the grounds of Her Majesty The Queen’s official London residence to be explored through a self-guided tour for the first time. Visitors will be free to explore a route through the garden that encompasses the 156 metre Herbaceous Border, plane trees planted by and named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert and views of the island and its beehives across the 3.5 acre lake. The unique opportunity to enjoy a picnic on one of the sweeping lawns will be part of the visit. Features in the south-west of the garden, including the Rose Garden, summer house and wildflower meadow, can be viewed through one of the guided tours that will run each day. Special guided tours of Buckingham Palace will also be available. Visitors will see many of the Palace’s magnificent State Rooms, furnished with some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection including paintings by Benjamin West and Franz Xaver Winterhalter, exquisite Sèvres porcelain and some of the finest English and French furniture in the world. From July, access to the garden will be included in the visit. For those who can’t visit the official residences in person, a programme of live online events is now available. Led by expert guides and streamed live from Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. ‘A Warden’s Welcome’ interactive talks will reveal the history and stories of the Palaces through exclusive images and film footage. Photo credit: John Campbell

Through The Looking Glass at RHS Garden Wisley

This summer, families visiting RHS Garden Wisley will be transported to Alice’s Wonderland, as the world’s leading gardening charity partners with Macmillan Publishers to celebrate 150 years of the iconic and classic stories Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There. Reimagined for contemporary audiences by multi-award-winning illustrator Chris Riddell, Wonderland will be brought to life from 22 July to 31 August at RHS Garden Wisley, providing lots of summer holiday fun. Inspired by Alice’s spirit of curiosity and a host of quirky characters from Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, during their visit to RHS Garden Wisley, families can view the garden through the eyes of Alice, encountering topsy-turvy installations along the way. Children will be invited to sneak through the rabbit hole, peek through the door in the tree, and transform themselves into a Queen (or King) of Hearts. There’s something for everyone as little ones discover this spellbinding tale for the first time and grown-ups indulge in nostalgic retellings of a story they grew up with. Family activities include a garden adventure trail, planting workshops, crafts,

Hidden Heroes of London’s Royal Parks

Discover the fascinating world of London’s bugs this summer as the Royal Parks’ Mission: Invertebrate goes on tour. Join a bug hunt, jump onboard the Bugmobile, learn fascinating facts during interactive storytelling and make critter crafts to take home. Budding environmentalists will meet the Parks’ hidden heroes and learn about their vital roles as recyclers, pollinators and sources of food. Dates are available throughout August at London’s Royal Parks including Hyde Park, Richmond Park and Greenwich Park. The Mission: Invertebrate roadshow is free, runs from 11am 3pm and no booking is required. It’s recommended for children aged 3 to 11 years and their families. Visit www.royalparks.org.uk/missioninvertebrate for details.

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storytelling and more. Additionally, a Mad Hatter’s Picnic will see families enjoying picnics across the garden at the height of summer. A range of Alice books and merchandise will be available to buy from the RHS Wisley Garden Centre. Find out more at www.rhs.org.uk/wisley Illustration credit: Chris Riddell, 2020, 2021

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There is plenty for children to do and see this summer at London Wetland Centre. In the GIANT LEGO® Brick Animal Trail, LEGO brick fans will enjoy exploring the grounds to find all of the 14 characters. This is the UK’s only collection of wetland animals made from the world’s most popular toy. In total, 253,728 LEGO bricks were used to make them. A brand new creature has joined the flamingo, otter, mallard and other favourites. What is it? You’ll have to go along to find out! For more information on all events, prices or how to book, visit www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/london.You can also call 020 8409 4400 or email info.london@wwt.org.uk.

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RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival, KT8 9AU Promising a magical mix of gardens, plants, flowers, shopping, live music and delicious food, why not make a date for a sensational summer’s day out in the gorgeous grounds of Hampton Court Palace. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/ hampton-court-palace

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Tom & Jerry: The Movie (PG), Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AE 5pm. This summer go along to enjoy an open-air screening of Tom & Jerry: The Movie in the beautiful surroundings of Kew Gardens. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.hideawaycinema. com

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Paddington (PG), Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AE 1pm. Enjoy an open-air screening of Paddington in the beautiful surroundings of Kew Gardens. Admission to the gardens is also included. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. hideawaycinema.com

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Back to the Future (PG), Backyard Cinema, Capital Studios, Wandsworth, SW18 1ET 4.30pm. The Backyard Cinema is back with London’s biggest indoor beach cinema. Feel the sand between your toes as you watch your favourite films. Today’s screening at ‘Miami Beach’ is: Back to the Future. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. backyardcinema.co.uk Secret Garden Ballet Performance, RHS Garden Wisley, GU23 6QB 2pm and 5pm. With themes of friendship, wellbeing and caring for nature, Mary’s story is brought to life through dance and music in this one-hour ballet performed in the garden to a brand new original score. Take along

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Wonderful New Site for The Cedars School

The Cedars School, an independent secondary school for boys aged 11-18, is relocating to a new site close to Crystal Palace from September. The new site combines Victorian splendour with modern facilities in an outstanding location. While everyone is excited about the move, and the enhanced facilities that students will enjoy, they are determined to preserve those aspects of the school that have made it such a success in its current location. At its heart is the idea of personal growth - helping each boy to acquire the moral, intellectual and social virtues that are so important for a happy and fulfilled life, within a framework of Catholic principles. The school’s aim is to work with

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101 Playground Games

During an average primary school day in the UK, children spend up to 20% of their time playing. That means that 1.4 years of primary school attendance is spent in the playground, which equates to 260 full school days. This provides an opportunity for one-fifth of a child’s time at school to be used to support their recovery from the effects of a year living through a pandemic, and for schools to make playtime more than just a break. Education specialist Thérèse Hoyle’s new book ‘101 Playground Games’ gives teachers and others tips to organise playtimes which offer children the opportunity to rebuild their social skills, bond with the friends they have not spent much time with over the last year, and develop their ability to think creatively and independently in the wake of a year spent in lockdown. Primary Times spoke to Thérèse Hoyle who told us, “This generation of children has had their personal and social development interrupted like no generation before them. Losing the ability to see and interact with friends, family, acquaintances and strangers for months at a time has meant they have missed out on thousands of opportunities to develop their social skills and benefit from the fun and joy that playing with others brings.” 101 Playground Games can help primary schools to dramatically improve the quality of day-to-day playtimes and lunchtimes, with impacts on lunchtime behaviour, engagement, learning, social,

emotional, mental and physical health and wellbeing. 101 Playground Games offers enriching activities to encourage active learning and social development among young children at playtime. It provides a practical toolkit of ideas to promote lively and enjoyable games and provides clear instructions for adults on how to organise those games. 101 Playground Games by Thérèse Hoyle is on sale now at a recommended price of £24.99.

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parents to help each boy grow into the best young man that he can become. The Cedars’ approach and size provides opportunities for leadership and service that play to an individual’s strengths while providing healthy challenge. This is supported by the unique tutorial system which creates space for a personalised programme for all-round development. The Cedars has a vibrant co-curricular life with strong sport, music and much else besides. They encourage interested parents to visit during the school day. Do get in touch with them via their website, www.thecedarsschool.org.uk.

The Unicorn Theatre and the National Theatre are launching Story Seekers, a new creative literacy project for primary schools across the UK. Pupils aged 8-11 are invited to join in a nationwide mission to find, tell and share exciting stories from across the globe. Pupils will be led through the quest as they undertake the Story Seekers’ Training Programme guided by filmed theatre performances. There will also be workshops and performances by leading professional storytellers. The mission will end with pupils creating their own filmed storytelling performances to share with their school community, other participating schools across the UK and beyond. Through the challenge, children will explore the rich oral storytelling tradition from the UK and around the world. Available free to UK state schools, this project is designed to take place over six weeks and sit alongside the school curriculum. Continuing professional development (CPD) sessions and curriculumlinked resources developed in partnership with the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) are provided to support teachers to lead the project. To sign up your school to take part, visit www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ storyseekers Story Seekers will be offered on a termly basis. Applications to take part during the autumn term are open until 17 September.

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You Are Not Alone

A group of school leaders has launched a book that shares their experiences of being Black, Asian and minority ethnic teachers and leaders, and the difficulties and barriers they have faced in education. ‘You Are Not Alone: Leaders for Race Equality’ is based on the personal experiences of fourteen leaders in education from Asian, African, Caribbean and multiple backgrounds. It includes personal and challenging stories of the discrimination faced as both leaders and individuals. Through school, university, interviews and promotion, the stories show how individuals have often had to prove themselves at every step on the way to leadership and have faced both overt and covert racism from others. It also, ultimately, expresses their messages of hope. The aim is not just to inform those who may not realise how racism is experienced today, but also to inspire those who might not consider school leadership if they do not see themselves represented. One head teacher told Primary Times, “One clear example of unconscious bias is the number of times I have turned up to greet a visitor in reception in a suit and tie, and they presume I’m a Teaching Assistant. This has happened to me on numerous occasions, in numerous leadership positions, in numerous schools, in numerous local authorities. I do not know of any white leaders in education who have ever been mistaken for a Teaching Assistant, but do you know how many non-white leaders of education I know who have had the same experience? You’ve guessed it… numerous.” Originating from school leaders’ union NAHT’s first equality network for Black, Asian and minority ethnic members, the book is a personal and authentic presentation of the discussions and experiences shared in the group.

Oakwood School Moves to Lloyd Park

Oakwood, an independent co-educational Catholic day school for children aged 3-11, is relocating in September 2021 to a new site in Lloyd Park, Croydon. The school will be centred around a spacious Georgian building set in beautiful grounds and will include access to extensive sports fields, a dedicated library and specialist classrooms for art, science and music. Oakwood School is founded on a belief that the best education develops the whole person, integrating the pursuit of academic excellence with the building of character. They also recognise that parents are the primary educators of their children and that a true partnership should exist between teachers and parents in the development of each child. Beyond their professional expertise, Oakwood’s teachers have an awareness of their responsibility to serve as role models and to treat children as individuals. The curriculum programme, tutorial system and extra-curricular opportunities ensure that Oakwood’s educational approach is effectively tailored to each child. The result is a love of learning which remains with the children for the rest of their lives. Do visit the school or join them at their next Open Day where you can meet both pupils and staff and see the wonderful school in action. Contact them via their website www.oakwoodschool.org.uk.

Mr Shaha’s Marvellous Machines

This is a lovely book, written by South London science teacher, Alom Shaha, passing on the recycling message but also trying to inspire children and parents to be as excited as he is about making things. It’s illustrated beautifully by Emily Robertson.

Water Rokit Turn your children’s old drinks bottles into a fun and educational toy. The Water Rokit is designed to bring science alive for children and schools throughout the world. They won’t even notice that they are exploring Newton’s Laws of motion, acceleration and trajectory as they play. All you need is your Water Rokit kit, an old carbonated drinks bottle, some water, a bicycle pump or a stirrup pump and some open space. The Water Rokit has been designed to launch itself automatically at a set pressure, and is engineered to do this repeatedly. The Original Rokit is a visual, value for money and handson product which brings fun and enthusiasm when teaching pupils of all ages – it’s why so many schools use Rokit as part of their core curriculum since way back in 1983. It’s also a family favourite for real fresh air fun - with kids racing to collect rockets from far afield. The perfect summer holiday treat. Find out more at www.waterrokit.com.You can buy your Water Rokit from the website or from other online and high street retailers. The complete kit costs £10.95. 16

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In Mr Shaha’s Marvellous Machines, he gives you simple instructions for building toys which fly, spin, whizz, and pop. To encourage recycling and re-use, everything in the book is made from household items you’ve probably got lying around. This book gives clear, step-by-step instructions for over 15 projects. Whether you’re a master engineer or a total beginner, it will spark inspiration for fun activities to engage young people in the marvels of machinery. And it’s not just a book.You’ll find it includes links to download activity sheets, watch instructional videos, and join Mr Shaha’s community of wondersmiths. At the heart of the book is the idea that we don’t have to be buying new stuff all the time, instead we can make our own stuff and learn about engineering and science at the same time. Discover the joy of making, and develop your creativity, scientific thinking, problem solving, and practical skills. Mr Shaha’s Marvellous Machines will be published by Scribble on 8 July at a recommended price of £12.99. It will be available from high street and online bookshops.

La Retraite is underpinned by a long history of academic excellence, successful outcomes and their ambitious alumni. This is a testament to what every student in the school is emboldened to achieve. La Retraite girls seek to become pioneers of the future, unwavering in the pursuit of their individual ambitions. The whole school community is relentless in ensuring every student attains the ‘Traits of a La Retraite Girl’, to build the foundations of success that they pride themselves on delivering. Their pledge to prepare girls for their future begins the moment they are offered a place. The only question is, are you ready to become a La Retraite Girl? La Retraite’s objective is to provide, “Outstanding education and life-defining experiences for ambitious young women”. To find out more about this outstanding school and to join their lasting legacy of successful young women, visit the school website, www.laretraite. lambeth.sch.uk, to arrange a tour or a call with a member of the leadership team.

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July something to sit on. Ages 6+. To buy tickets visit www.rhs. org.uk/gardens/wisley The Lion King (U), Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AE 9am. Join the Hideaway Cinema to enjoy an open-air screening of The Lion King in the beautiful surroundings of Kew Gardens. Admission to the gardens is also included. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. hideawaycinema.com

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The Great Gatsby, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD 6.30pm. Get your glad rags on, work up your best Charleston, and get your cocktail glass at the ready! Dress for the weather and bring a chair or blanket to sit on for this outdoor performance. Ages 9+. To book tickets visit, www. heartbreakproductions.co.uk. Honey, I Shrunk the Kids (U), Backyard Cinema, Capital Studios, Wandsworth, SW18 1ET 4.30pm. The Backyard Cinema is back with London’s biggest indoor beach cinema. Feel the sand between your toes as you watch your favourite films. Today’s screening at ‘Miami Beach’

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Stagecoach Theatre Arts Sutton

Stagecoach Theatre Arts Sutton is a well-established, part-time theatre school catering for children aged 4 to 19. Early stages classes are specially designed for children age 4-6 keeping them engaged whilst learning basic techniques of all three disciplines of the performing arts, singing, dancing and acting. The Main Schools are a step up for age 6 to 16 years where they work on each discipline for an hour every week in term time. The schools all work towards something to produce at the end of every term whether it be solo work, big stage productions or teamwork and fun confidence building exercises. There’s always something exciting for the students and parents to look forward to at the end of every term. Stagecoach Sutton offers a perfect balance, catering for the children that come for confidence and fun but also offering the standard of training and support for those students wishing to pursue a career in the performing arts. They currently have many children working in TV, film and the West End. Older students are graduating onto amazing universities and drama schools such as Oxford, Cambridge, Exeter, Arts Educational, Urdang, Laine Theatre Arts and many more.

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Meadow Dipping for Children, Marble Hill House, Twickenham, TW1 2NL 1-2pm. Enjoy a day out in the fresh air as your budding scientists look for creepy crawlies across the wild

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Jennifer Jones has been principal now for over 12 years and gets to know each and every child’s individual personality and what really makes them flourish. Stagecoach Sutton’s performance troupe is now preparing to perform at Disneyland Paris for the third time.

Ultimate Activity Camps this Summer

Get set for fresh air, fun and friends this summer. Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding Ofsted-registered (and COVID-safe) activity day camps for children aged 4-14 during the school holidays, where the children’s welfare and fun are at the heart of all they do. Children will enjoy a fantastic range of over 40 sports, games and art activities every week, led by engaging staff at amazing locations. Ultimate Activity Camps run Monday to Friday from 8am – 6pm during the Summer School Holidays in Kingston, Sutton and Surbiton. Visit the Ultimate Activity Camps website, www.ultimateactivity. co.uk, for dates, prices and activities.You can also get a flavour of what they do at www.vimeo.com/466515198 . To book, visit the website, email help@ultimateactivity.co.uk or call 0330 111 7077.

Funky Monkey Keyboard Classes

Funky Monkey Keyboard Classes offer both home tutorials and face-toface lessons for the beginner musician between 4 and 12 years. In face-to-face classes, small groups (maximum 8) are taught how to play the electronic keyboard, read and write music. The well-balanced, gently progressive lessons delight and inspire children every week. The second option is pre-recorded home tutorials. These enable a pupil to guide

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July meadow, using special nets. The event is free but must be booked in advance. For more information and to book visit www.english-heritage.org.uk

Tues 20 – Sun 25 Jul

Zippos Circus, Beddington Park, Wallington, SM6 7NP London’s Favourite Circus is back, and it’s COVID-safe. This top-quality, all-human circus features the thrilling Motorcycle Globe of Death, acrobats, jugglers, aerialists, and much more. Circus fun for all the family. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.zippos.co.uk

Thurs 22 Jul – Tues 31 Aug

Wonderland, RHS Garden Wisley, GU23 6QB Be transported to Alice’s Wonderland and celebrate 150 years of the iconic

Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have up to date details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure the information hasn’t changed. and classic stories with lots of summer holiday fun. Encounter topsy-turvy installations, take part in a garden adventure trail, workshops and lots, lots more. For more information and to book visit www.rhs. org.uk/gardens/wisley

Sat 24 Jul–Tues 31 Aug Wilderfest, Chessington World of Adventures Resort, KT9 2NE Feel the Resort come to life, featuring live music across five stages, roaming entertainment, plus a whole load of family festival fun

Race Cars

Written by Jenny Devenny and edited by Charnaie Gordon RACE CARS is a moving book about white privilege. It’s a children’s book, perfect for 5-7 year olds, created to help parents and educators discuss racism, privilege and oppression with children. Race Cars tells the story of two best friends, a white car and a black car, that have different experiences and face different rules while entering the same race.The black car experiences rule changes and obstacles whereas the white car does not. The white car comes to see what his black friend has to face and understands that he didn’t always win on his own merit.They do however still finish up as friends. Race Cars is concerned with real-life issues and has discussion notes so that parents and teachers can reflect with their children.The book is published by Frances Lincoln Children’s Books and can be bought from high street bookstores and Amazon at a recommended price of £14.99.

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- you’ll be singing, dancing, and of course riding, all day long. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. chessington.com

Sat 24 Jul – Sat 4 Sep

Wetland Explorers, London Wetland Centre, Barnes, SW13 9WT Take part in fun-filled activities, from pond dipping to an intrepid scavenger hunt. There are 105 acres of award-winning nature reserve to explore and plenty of wildlife just waiting to be discovered. For more information and to buy tickets visit www.wwt.org.uk/ wetland-centres/London Saturday Science Family Learning Workshop, Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AB (Selected dates) 10.30am4pm. Explore plant adaptations and take an upclose look at some unusual plants. Pick up a family learning card and activity sheet before you head into the Gardens or download a learning card from the website. To buy tickets visit www.kew.org

Tues 27 Jul – Tues 31 Aug

Young Farmer Day, Deen City Farm, Merton, SW19 2RR (Selected dates) 10am-4pm. Join the livestock staff for the day and learn about all the work it takes to keep the yard running and all the animals at the farm happy. Ages 8+. For more information and to book visit www.deencityfarm.co.uk

Own a Pony Day, Deen City Farm, Merton, SW19 2RR (Selected dates) 10am-4pm. Each morning there will be a different themed activity, subjects vary but could be tacking up to ride or plaiting for competition. In the afternoon the children go out for a half hour ride followed by a fun horse themed quiz and games. Ages 8+. To book visit www.deencityfarm.co.uk

Thurs 29 Jul

Inclusive Family Cycling, David Weir Leisure Centre, Carshalton, SM5 1SL (Also 5, 12, 19, 26 Aug) The sessions are run on the athletics track, a safe traffic free environment and are led by qualified cycle instructors. You can just have fun or learn cycle skills - it’s up to you. Take along your own helmet. For more information and booking details visit www. ecolocal.org.uk

Fri 30 Jul

A Tale of Robin Hood: The Rescue, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD (Also 31 Jul & 1, 2 Aug) 11.30am & 2.30pm. Go along to the far side of the beautiful Rose Garden for a magical open-air performance, which will run for approximately 1h 15m. Gates open 30 minutes before the performance starts. To book tickets visit, www.shadowroad.com.

August Sun 1 – Tues 31 Aug

Mission: Invertebrate, Royal Parks, London 11am-3pm. Discover the fascinating world of London’s bugs this summer as the Royal Parks’ Mission: Invertebrate goes on tour across London’s Royal Parks. Recommended for children For lots more What’s On ideas see page 22...

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August aged 3 to 11 years and their families. For more information visit www.royalparks.org.uk/ missioninvertebrate

Wed 4 Aug

Lotions and Potions, Chelsea Physic Garden, SW3 4HS 10.30am-2.30pm. In this workshop, you will create herb bags, ointment, a lip balm, and a bath bomb. There’ll also be a chance to explore the medicinal plants, edible and poison beds, and other fascinating areas of the Garden. Ages 7+. To book visit www. chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk

Sat 7 Aug

Mr Stink, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD Packed with fun, humour and a heart-warming message, this touching tale provides the perfect family entertainment. Pack a picnic, grab a chair, and dress for the weather. Ages 7+. To book for this outdoor stage production visit www. heartbreakproductions.co.uk.

Tues 10 – Wed 11 Aug

Summer Cycle, Kew Gardens, Richmond, TW9 3AE 5-8.30pm. Join in to celebrate summer with a magical evening bike ride. As bicycles are not usually allowed in the Gardens, this is a unique opportunity for you to explore Kew’s most beautiful spots with friends and family. For more information and to book visit www.kew. org/kew-gardens

Wed 11 Aug-Wed 1 Sep

Summer at Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD Go and enjoy a picnic among the wildflowers and let the kids enjoy the natural play area which has a zip wire, play fort, stepping stones, bucket swings and climbing posts. To find out more, visit www.nationaltrust. org.uk/morden-hall-park.

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Wed 11 – Sun 15 Aug

Congregation, Various Locations Let a magical sonic sphere take you on a journey to a secret location in London Bridge and surrounding areas, guiding you by sound alone. Can you keep the sphere ‘happy’ by going in the right direction? This exciting event is brought to you by Team London Bridge and award winning artist Ray Lee. All ages. To book visit www. unicorntheatre.com

Fri 13 – Sat 14 Aug

Macbeth, Morden Hall Park, SM4 5JD With Shakespeare’s most chilling power couple and truly stirring poetry this stunning play will keep you gripped. Please take along your own low back seating to this open-air performance. To book tickets visit www.tlcm. co.uk.

Fri 13 – Tues 24 Aug

Hampton Court Palace Festival, East Molesey, KT8 9AU Don’t miss out on an unforgettable few weeks of music this August with performances from Bastille ReOrchestrated, Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Tom Jones, Keane,Van Morrison and Björn Again. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. hamptoncourtpalacefestival. com Our listings are prepared a long time in advance. To make sure you have up to date details do contact the event nearer the time to make sure the information hasn’t changed.

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ZooNation Presents the Class of 2021: Saturday, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XX 2pm. There are performances, dance battles and plenty of chances to join in today, as curators Jade Hackett and DJ Walde explore the community side of hip-hip culture and its social roots. Take along the whole family and get involved. Free. For more information visit www. southbankcentre.co.uk

Sun 22 Aug

ZooNation Presents the Class of 2021: Sunday, Southbank Centre, SE1 8XX 1pm. The spotlight falls on the ZooNation Youth Company, with the superstar dancers and choreographers of the future, along with their teachers, showing us what they’re made of. Free event. For more information visit www.southbankcentre.co.uk

Tues 24 Aug

Boat Builders, Tower Bridge Experience, SE1 2UP 10am-4pm. Join in the fun on this Family Activity Day to make an origami boat and add your very own vessel to Tower Bridge’s paper boat flotilla. For more information and to buy tickets visit www. towerbridge.org.uk

Wed 25 Aug

Sat 28 – Mon 30 Aug

Food Festival, Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, KT8 9AU 10am-6pm. Feast on delicious street food, sip on cocktails and pick up tasty treats from a handpicked selection of artisan producers and companies. There’ll be plenty of activities on offer to keep children of all ages entertained. To buy tickets visit www.hrp.org.uk/ hampton-court-palace

September Sat 4 – Sun 12 Sep

Mon 23 – Wed 25 Aug Moana Workshops, Hampton Hill Theatre, TW12 1NZ Join in this summer as you journey to Motunui for three-day musical theatre workshops inspired by Disney’s Moana. There will be separate workshops for ages 4-6 and 7-14. For more information and to book visit www.dramacubeproductions. co.uk

Open House Festival 2021, Various Locations Open House will return this September with another hybrid event focused on the recovery of London. For more information and to view the full programme of events visit www.open-city.org.uk

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Nagendran competitions in our May Half Term issue. Alexander Congratulations to the following people who won , Pigs game winners were Zuzia Fogt, Indiana Kastercum won VIP tickets to see Zippo's Circus. Giant Pass the s Book ing Winn e and Maisee Goodale-Gardner won our Leo Blackwell, Wilf Brakewell and Zach Deboo. Esme el Samu e. l winners were Jessica Moore and Erin Naud competition. Our lucky Razzamataz Summer Schoo books. and Scarlett Reynolds won Do You Love Dinosaurs? Croft, Rupert Bentley, Oliver Offord, Nicolas Stipp won a Christine Shelley and Lydia Gough. Anushka Verm Our Maya the Bee competition winners were Mrs our Our older winner was Dolly Harris. Well done to all the Annie's colouring competition for the under 8's. artwork! competition winners on this page and enjoy all the

Thank you to Genesis Olatunde, Nicole Masek Gil, Florence Newton and Vera Masek Gil for their lovely, fun, colourful drawings. We love seeing your work so do please keep sending it to us. We're happy to receive artwork from the whole class so do feel free to send us class entries.

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