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London offers a wealth of opportunities for families seeking experiences that go beyond traditional museums, theatre productions or historic sites. Immersive attractions blend technology, theatre and interactive elements to create memorable, engaging adventures. Here are ten top-rated immersive experiences perfect for your next family day out.
IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES FOR FAMILIES IN LONDON 10 TOP
1. Bubble Planet London
This immersive exhibition explores the theme of bubbles across eleven distinct, themed rooms. The experience uses light, colour and tactile installations, including large ball pits and projection-mapped spaces, to create a multi-sensory landscape. It is aimed at families with young children, providing a playful and highly visual experience designed to stimulate imagination. 22 Fulton Rd, Wembley, HA9 0TF www.bubble-planet.com/london
2. Frameless Immersive Art Experience
Frameless is one of London's largest permanent digital art experiences, utilising advanced projection technology to display masterpieces from artists such as Van Gogh, Monet and Cézanne. Artworks are projected onto the walls, ceilings and floors across four distinct gallery zones. This creates a multi-sensory and kinetic environment intended to make art appreciation interactive and accessible for families.
6 Marble Arch, W1H 7AP www.frameless.com
3. Monopoly Lifesized
This is a physically immersive version of the board game Monopoly, played on a fifteen metre by fifteen metre board. Teams move across the squares, completing escape-room-style challenges and puzzles to buy properties and earn money. The experience runs for approximately eighty minutes and requires teamwork and strategic thinking. It is suitable for families with older children and teenagers. Tottenham Court Road, London W1T 7PS www.monopolylifesized.com
4. Mundo Pixar
Journey through fourteen beloved Pixar universes spanning over 3,500 square meters of immersive spaces. Shrink to toy size in Andy's Room, explore the Scare Floor with Mike and Sulley, meet Lightning McQueen at Flo's Café and venture through Riley's emotional headquarters. With more than twenty five life-sized sculptures, authentic sets, soundscapes and custom scents, this multi-sensory celebration brings Pixar's storytelling magic to life. Runs until 28 June. Fulton Road, Wembley, HA9 0TF www.mundopixar.com/en/cities/london
Bubble Planet
Frameless
Monopoly
Mundo Pixar
5. The Paddington Bear Experience
This is a multi-room, interactive adventure based on the stories of Paddington Bear. The experience begins with a simulated journey from Paddington Station to the Brown family's house at 32 Windsor Gardens. Families participate in tasks and puzzles to help prepare for the Marmalade Day Festival, encountering sets and characters from the beloved books and films. The experience concludes with a celebratory event.
Riverside Building, County Hall, South Bank, SE1 7PB www.paddingtonbearexperience.com
6. Paradox Museum London
The Paradox Museum is an interactive attraction featuring more than sixty exhibits focused on optical illusions and scientific paradoxes. The installations challenge visitor perception through sensory deception, impossible rooms and immersive visual tricks. The focus is on engaging families with the science of sight and mind in a fun, camerafriendly environment that encourages participation and critical thinking.
This is a seventy five-minute indoor interactive walkthrough experience featuring ten live shows and a 4D bus ride. Families join the characters from the Shrek universe on a quest through the land of Far Far Away. The adventure involves meeting various fairy tale characters and overcoming challenges to save the captured Shrek. It is a theatrical experience designed for younger children.
Riverside Building, County Hall, South Bank, SE1 7PB www.shreksadventure.com
8. SPYSCAPE London
SPYSCAPE offers a series of mission-packed challenges and interactive experiences designed to test visitors' spy skills. Developed with input from former MI6 trainers, activities include code-cracking, surveillance and risk tolerance tests. Families work as a team to complete authentic spy games before receiving a personalised Spy Profile that reveals their unique strengths and hidden potential, making espionage accessible and engaging. For visitors ages 8 and up 45 Wellington St, Covent Garden, WC2E 7BN www.spyscape.com
9. Phantom Peak
Explore a fully realised Wild West-themed open-world town where mystery and adventure await at every turn. This immersive experience, running for more than four hours, combines escape room puzzles, live actors, interactive technology and theatrical storytelling. Using a custom web-app, solve secretive quests, meet quirky characters, enjoy food and drinks at the Thirsty Frontier Saloon and uncover the secrets of this split-level frontier settlement. New location coming soon.
www.phantompeak.com
10. Colosseum: The Legendary Arena
Experience the grandeur of ancient Rome at this immersive London exhibition, where the Colosseum is brought vividly to life. Through cutting-edge technology and meticulous historical detail, visitors are transported into the heart of the arena, reliving the roar of the crowd, the spectacle of gladiators and the drama of legendary battles. Authentic storytelling and stunning visuals make this a memorable journey through one of history’s most iconic sites. 213-219 Camden High Street, London, NW1 7BT www.eclipso-entertainment.com/en/london/colosseum
The Paddington Bear Experience
Paradox Museum
Shrek’s Adventure
Spyscape
Inspiring bilingualism in children
New analysis shows there has been a fall of just under thirty five percent in the number of children taking modern foreign languages at GCSE. Between 2004 and 2024, entries dropped from 533,000 to 347,000.
Yet YouGov data newly analysed by Wycliffe College in Gloucestershire shows that seventy six percent of parents believe languages are important for their child’s education. This mismatch means families may need to take a more active role in encouraging bilingualism at home, especially as opportunities in school become more limited.
Languages are closely linked to cultural confidence, resilience, communication skills and even improved academic outcomes, areas of development which parents clearly care about. With school provision shrinking, many families are looking for simple, realistic ways to build language skills outside the classroom. Here are five ways parents can inspire a love of languages at home:
Make languages part of everyday life. Try using basic greetings or phrases at home to normalise multilingual communication.
Explore other cultures together. Watch foreign-language films, read translated books or cook dishes from different countries to build curiosity.
Highlight the real-world benefits. Talk about careers where languages are an advantage, from business to tourism, diplomacy to the creative industries.
Celebrate progress, not perfection. Encourage children to see language learning as a journey and praise small achievements. Connect learning to travel. If possible, link new vocabulary to holidays or school trips abroad to show the practical value of speaking another language.
Parents are clearly strongly in favour of modern foreign languages, recognising that these can open the doors to future careers, cultural understanding and the ability to communicate confidently in an increasingly interconnected world. They can play a huge role in engaging their children with languages and framing language learning as a life skill, rather than a school subject.
Dual English/Spanish teaching at The Roche School
The Roche School is a warm and welcoming family-owned school in south west London. Whilst it is a mainstream English-speaking school that prepares pupils for their 11+ common entrance exam in English in the usual way, the school’s additional focus on Spanish language enriches the learning experience of every child and is a natural extension for this multicultural school.
Families can choose weekly Spanish lessons, teaching essential phrases and vocabulary on topics like family and food; for those seeking a more immersive experience, the school offers Spanish afternoons during which children explore art, sport, science, history and geography through Spanish teaching. In addition to opening up cultural, study and employment opportunities, this dual language teaching approach has even been shown to stimulate pupil skills in English.
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In 2025, the Spanish Embassy’s education advisor, María Luisa Martínez, said: ‘The Roche School stands out as a remarkable institution.’ Meanwhile University College London researchers have been studying the impact of bilingual learning on the school’s pupils.
For more information, visit www.therocheschool.com
Do you speak another language?
If you speak another language yourself, why not embrace this skill? Children soak up a new language best between the ages of 0 and 3 so think about joining a bilingual play group - if your second language is a bit rusty, you can brush up on your own skills at the same time. You can also read books to your child in another language too.
If you don’t speak another language, once your child is at school, why not try learning one at the same time as your child? There’s nothing like leading by example!
A Scandinavian approach to a bilingual childhood
By Genevieve Mackenzie
In the heart of Wimbledon, a quiet revolution in early years education is taking place. Rooted in Scandinavian values and shaped by a deep respect for childhood, the bilingual EnglishNorwegian kindergarten offers something both distinctive and wonderfully simple: time, nature and language woven seamlessly into everyday life.
Families do not need a connection to Norway to appreciate the richness of a bilingual start. Research consistently shows that early exposure to a second language strengthens cognitive flexibility, problem-solving skills and communication confidence. More than vocabulary, children develop sharper listening skills, empathy and an intuitive understanding that the world is bigger than one perspective.
At the Norwegian Kindergarten, Norwegian and English flow naturally through play, songs, storytelling and daily routines. Children absorb language joyfully and without pressure, gaining the lifelong
advantage of being comfortable with linguistic diversity.
The Kindergarten’s approach is inspired by the Scandinavian curriculum, which places equal value on wellbeing and learning. Childhood is not rushed. Instead, curiosity, independence and collaboration are nurtured through meaningful, play-based experiences. There is a strong emphasis on emotional literacy, democratic values and respect for others - foundations that prepare children not only for school but for life.
Integral to this philosophy is a commitment to outdoor learning. Whatever the season, children spend generous time outside, exploring woodland spaces, climbing, building, observing and imagining. Nature is not an occasional backdrop but an essential classroom. Outdoor play builds resilience, risk assessment skills and physical confidence, while fostering a deep connection to the environment.
For Wimbledon families seeking something beyond the conventional, this kindergarten offers a warm, community-centred alternative where children grow up bilingual not because they must but because they can. They leave the Norwegian Kindergarten curious, capable and confident - grounded in nature, enriched by language and ready to step into an increasingly interconnected world.
Genevieve Mackenzie is Headteacher at the Norwegian Kindergarten. Find more information about the setting at www.norwegiankindergarten.org.uk
28 Arterberry Road, SW20 8AH INTERNATIONAL NURSERY SCHOOL 2 - 6 yr
Bilingual education directory
THE ARABIC CLUB FOR KIDS, SW4
Weekend Arabic classes plus after school and private tuition options (ages 3-12).
Mandarin-English nursery combines EYFS with Chinese cultural and language immersion (ages 6mths-5).
www.hatching-dragons.com
KENSINGTON WADE, W6
Bilingual English–Chinese nursery and prep school (ages 3-11).
www.kensingtonwade.com
LITTLE DUCKLINGS NURSERY, SW6
A blend of Montessori and multilingual learning with daily Mandarin session and Spanish exploration for older children (ages 6mths-5).
www.littleducklingsnurseries.co.uk
WENLIN CHINESE SCHOOL, SW4
Saturday Mandarin classes and activities (ages 1- adult).
www.wenlinchineseschool.org.uk
FULHAM DUTCH SCHOOL, SW6
Saturday morning classes offering language and cultural education (ages 3-12).
www.fulhamdutchschool.org
RICHMOND DUTCH SCHOOL, TW9
Thursday after school classes for children familiar with Dutch (ages 4-12). www.richmonddutchschool.org.uk
ANDRÉ MALRAUX PRIMARY SCHOOL, W7
Bilingual French primary school and nursery in Ealing feeds into prestigious Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle (ages 2-10). www.lyceefrancais.org.uk/apprendre /primaire
ALPINE FRENCH SCHOOL, FRANCE
Offers French courses and camps in the French Alps including Family Camps (ages 5-17).
www.alpinefrenchschool.com
BELLEVILLE WIX ACADEMY, SW11
Primary school offers three language streams: English, bilingual and French. A partnership between Wix Primary School and Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle (ages 4-11).
www.bellevillewix.org.uk
CLUB PETIT PIERROT SW3 & SW6
Parent/Carer & Child sessions (6
mths–4), French as a foreign language (ages 3–8) and for Frenchspeaking children (ages 3–8).
www.clubpetitpierrot.co.uk
THE FULHAM BILINGUAL, SW6
A partnership between local state English primary school and a private French school provides bilingual education (ages 5-11).
www.fulhambilingual.org.uk
L’ECOLE DES PETITS, SW6 & L’ECOLE DE BATTERSEA, SW11
L’Ecole des Petits in Fulham offers bilingual early years education (ages 3-6) and L’Ecole de Battersea provides primary bilingual education (ages 3-11).
www.lecoledespetits.co.uk
www.lecoledebattersea.co.uk
L’ECOLE DU PARC, SW11
Operating two nurseries in Clapham offering English-French bilingual or French nursery school (ages 2-5).
www.ecoleduparc.co.uk
LES PETITS CHOUX, SW18
A French FLAM Saturday school for bilingual children (ages 4-11).
www.lespetitschoux.org.uk
LYCÉE FRANÇAIS, SW7
The original French Lycée and the largest French school in the UK. The primary school offers French and bilingual classes. In the secondary school, children can choose between the French and British sections to study for GCSEs and A-Levels.
www.lyceefrancais.org.uk
LE FRENCH PROGRAMME, SW15
Offers French lessons at a Saturday club (ages 3-10) and holiday clubs (ages 3-8) throughout the year.
www.lefrenchprogramme.com
LITTLE LINGUISTS, SW16
French bilingual nursery (ages 0-5).
www.littlelinguistsnursery.co.uk
LA PETITE ÉCOLE DE WIMBLEDON, SW19
A French Saturday school for nonnative, francophone/bilingual children (ages 3-12) and a playgroup (ages 1-3).
www.fb.com/petiteecolewimbledon
RAPHAEL NURSERY SW4 & W6
Bilingual French Montessori nurseries in Clapham and Hammersmith, (ages 3 mths-5).
www.raphaelnursery.com
SHAFTESBURY PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL, SW11
Uses the international primary curriculum and offers a French bilingual stream (ages 4-11). www.shaftesburypark.wandsworth. sch.uk
THE GERMAN SCHOOL, TW10
Located next to the Thames in Richmond, offers bilingual education from kindergarten to year 12 (ages 6mths-19).
www.dslondon.org.uk
THE ITALIAN DAY NURSERY, SW9
A bilingual nursery and pre-school in Stockwell (ages 18mths-5). Email: italiandaynursery@outlook.com www.fb.com/italiandaynursery
SCUOLA DI SOFIA, SW20
Saturday primary school in Raynes Park for bilingual and beginners (ages 2-19).
www.scuoladisofia.co.uk
SIAL SCHOOL, W11
Independent primary school and nursery in Holland Park offering bilingual and bicultural education (ages 3-11).
www.sial.school
THE NORWEGIAN KINDERGARTEN, SW20
Nestled in the leafy suburbs of Wimbledon, this is an international, bilingual (English/Norwegian) nursery for ages 2-6 years. Established for more than forty years, it operates from 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 2:30pm on Fridays during term time. Visit the Open Morning on 25 April (12-2pm) or book a private tour. www.norwegiankindergarten.org.uk
ANGLO PORTUGUESE SCHOOL OF LONDON, SW18
A state primary school offering bilingual education in Wandsworth, (ages 4-11).
www.angloportugueseschool.org
ST. JOSEPH'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY AND NURSERY SCHOOL, SW15
Small Catholic primary school in Wandsworth offering weekly Portuguese language lessons (ages 3-11).
www.stjosephs.wandsworth.sch.uk
A-STAR RUSSIAN SCHOOLS, SW1
Weekend classes in Russian language and culture (ages 3-18).
www.astarrussianschool.co.uk
THE CHERRY ORCHARD, SW6
Saturday classes in Russian language and culture (ages 2-18).
www.cherry.school
RUSSIAN SCHOOL RADUGA, SW11
ANGLO-SPANISH NURSERY SCHOOL, SW4
A bilingual nursery and pre-school (ages 2mths-5).
www.anglospanishnurseryschool.co.uk
BATTERSEA SPANISH, SW11
Cultural centre offering creative Saturday classes, events and language lessons for children (ages 3-9).
www.batterseaspanish.com
INSTITUTO ESPAÑOL VICENTE CAÑADA BLANCH, W10
Full-time, embassy-run Spanish school following Spanish curriculum (ages 3-18).
www.vicentecanadablanch.educacion.es
THE ROCHE SCHOOL, SW15 (NURSERY) & SW18 (PRIMARY & NURSERY)
The Roche School is a leading nursery and primary which celebrates its international community and seeks opportunities for pupils to engage with the curriculum languages. It also offers an optional Spanish bilingual stream which is popular with families and provides a new way to deliver its inspiring curriculum with the added benefit of Spanish.
www.therocheschool.com
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PEQUES NURSERIES, SW6
Nurseries in Fulham & Parsons Green offering multilingual childcare (English, Spanish, Mandarin) (ages 3mths-5).
www.peques.co.uk
KIDO BATTERSEA NURSERY & PRESCHOOL SW11 & SW18
Year-round childcare with French and Spanish learning with the EYFS framework (ages 0-5).
Saturday Russian language classes (including online) for children (ages 2-18).
www.raduga.uk
ZNANIYE RUSSIAN SCHOOL, SW3
Sunday Russian language and culture classes for native and nonnative speakers (ages 3-18).
www.znaniye.com
www.kidoschools.com
YUME NURSERY & PRESCHOOL, SW18
Immersive exposure to Spanish language and culture. French offered as option for children over 2 (ages 3mths-5).
www.yumeschool.com/spanishlanguage-at-yume
Educating for the age of AI
My two younger children are five and ten. I think a lot about what their twenties might look like. About what kind of life and world might be waiting for them. And you know what? I can’t see it. I cannot picture it.
I - like you - was raised with a certainty about the future. I knew that if I followed certain pathways there would be a structure on the other side. A place to step into. A way to earn a living. To participate. To contribute. To belong.
But artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of work as we know it. Entire industries are being reshaped. Traditional employment is starting to erode. Even the very idea of employment is starting to be questioned.
The things we were taught to aim forjob security, linear careers, predictable professional paths - are all going to reduce and in many cases vanish. And yet… we’re still preparing children as if nothing is changing.
So, what can parents do to prepare children for this new world of AI?
Where is AI at?
Until recently, most AI tools have been like clever assistants. You give them a task, they give you a result. You ask them things and prompt them. You’re still in the driver’s seat, deciding what to do, when to do it and how to interpret the outcome.
These systems can:
Write high-performing marketing copy, faster and more competently than most humans.
Draft and revise contracts, legal filings, and financial reports.
Summarise dense research papers and explain them so a child can understand them.
Generate original art, design branding assets, and build entire websites from scratch.
Analyse bloodwork, interpret scans, and draft medical notes.
Respond to customer service requests with human-sounding nuance and empathy.
Plan, publish, and optimise full-scale advertising campaigns.
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Create original music, video, essays, lesson plans, even emotional support scripts for therapy bots.
But now AI agents have arrived. An agent isn’t designed to just complete a single task but to be given a goal, and then to figure out how to complete it. It’s designed to make decisions. To take multiple steps. To work through thinking processes by itself. To find and utilise whatever tools it needs, often in ways you don’t expect, to execute that goal.
Goals like:
‘Build a website that sells eco-friendly dog toys.’ All by itself, an AI agent will write the code, design the branding, set up a Shopify store, generate the product descriptions and write a launch campaign, using tools like Figma, Stripe, Zapier and Canva.
Or:
‘Summarise this 200-page court case and highlight relevant precedent for a new brief.’ An AI agent can now scan legal databases, extract precedent, highlight key decisions and flag contradictory rulings - tasks that would usually take a junior associate or paralegal hours or days.
So these autonomous software agents act like an intern, a marketer, a coder, designer, analyst, researcher, legal assistant, accountant, medical scribe, HR coordinator, project manager - the list could go on and on. And they’re getting faster. More accurate. And more capable.
Once you give a machine a goal eg ‘launch this product’ or ‘write this code’ and it can achieve it without you, you just don’t need a person in that chair anymore. And where you needed ten people, maybe now you just need one or two.
In ten years’ time…
So is it really that hard to imagine that in ten years AI agents will be monitoring patient health in real time and adjusting treatment plans without a doctor’s input? Running entire logistics networks from port to doorstep without human dispatch? Optimising energy usage across cities without a team of engineers?
Then there’s the even more tangible shift to robotics - machines that don’t just think but physically act. Stocking shelves, preparing food, delivering parcels, cleaning buildings, assisting in surgeries, caring for the elderly, building homes. Machines that don’t get tired, don’t need wages and don’t stop for lunch. It’s hard to imagine a single sector that won’t be reshaped by it.
Right now, in Amazon’s fully AI automated warehouses, robotic arms pick, sort, pack goods and optimise routes in real-time.
In fast food chains across the US and Asia, robotic systems are flipping burgers and serving customers in live, daily operations.
In hospitals, robotic assistants are transporting supplies, prepping
surgical tools, and even performing ultra-precise micro-surgeries under the direction of human surgeons.
In aged care facilities, robots are helping residents dress, take medication, and reducing loneliness through social interaction.
Las year, Microsoft laid off six thousand people, three percent of its global workforce: its CEO has said that thirty percent of the company’s code is now written by AI. IBM has replaced hundreds of HR roles with AI agents handling tasks like vacation requests and pay statements.
Most people familiar with the AI space will tell you something that’s hard to hear and equally hard to believe - AI will likely replace a very significant amount of global entry level white-collar jobs within the next five years. In the scale of our children’s lives, that’s effectively tomorrow.
What do we build instead?
There is a tendency for our current education system to unintentionally stifle the qualities our children will most need in future – originality, independent thinking, risk taking and deep knowledge, rather than the broad, shallow knowledge needed to pass exams.
won’t actually be needed for employment but all the good stuff they develop internally while building them will absolutely serve them well.
Relationship-building and collaboration
The most resilient people in the future will be the ones who know how to find their people, build things together and communicate across difference.
Identity development and direction-finding
In a world of almost infinite choice and no fixed paths, children are going to need a strong sense of who they are, what they care about and how to move toward it. That kind of direction doesn't come from outside. It gets built, internally, over time. Make sure they develop that deep, strong sense.
As parents, we need to get our heads round the fact that the jobs that will be replaced won’t be just low skilled jobs on factory lines, at cash registers or repetitive manual work. We must also recognise that our education system is designed to train children for the world we have been used to - in other words, to teach them things that, now, technology has also mastered.
Skills versus qualifications
Companies are already losing faith in education pipelines that aren’t producing adaptable, job-ready people. In their place, there is a rise in skillbased hiring and project portfolios that actually show what a person can do. The future won’t care about qualifications. It will care whether you can think, build, solve problems, adapt and contribute in ways that a machine can’t.
Within the next ten years, the gap between what children are being trained for and what they’ll actually face in adulthood will just become too big to ignore.
How do we guide children in a world that’s no longer structured around graduations, qualifications, employment, performance reviews, entry level roles and corporate ladders?
We need to get serious about a different kind of preparation for adult life. One that accepts, fully, that the future will not reward people for what they memorised - it will reward them for what they can build, navigate, initiate and solve.
Here are five real-world capabilities which form a much more deliberate and demanding kind of education.
Self-management and personal agency
In a world where job structures or set working hours are less prevalent, your child will need to know how to manage themselves - not just their time, but their energy, attention, output and emotion. These are skills most adults were never taught. Your child should start learning them now.
Deep work and independent problem-solving
Surface-level knowledge is everywhere. What matters is the ability to go deep - to focus without distraction, to stay with complexity and to work through problems that don’t have obvious answers.
Real-world
skill development
Instead of ticking boxes, help your child build tangible, functional skills. Not just academic ones - practical, creative, technical and interpersonal. The kind that led to useful output, adaptability and confidence. A lot of those skills
A child raised this way will build the muscles they’ll actually need in this changing world:
• Motivation without any external pressure.
• Adaptability when things change, because they will, over and over again.
• Confidence to try things they’ve never done before.
• Patience to get good at something hard.
I believe we’re approaching one of the most fascinating periods of human history. But that we are woefully unprepared. So, this is a call to parents who want to give their children a real head start. A call to step into this big unknown space and spend the next decade helping their children develop the resilience, confidence, adaptability and purpose that will serve them well regardless of where all this goes.
Issy Butson is the parent, home educator, blogger and podcaster Stark Raving Dad, as well as Head of Go To Market for a software company. To listen to Issy’s full podcast episode What every parent MUST know about the AI Generation, visit
Putting words at the heart of learning at Parsons Green Prep
Reading and spelling sit at the heart of the academic vision at Parsons Green Prep, aligned with the Department of Education’s National Year of Reading.
This small but highly ambitious school where every child is known and supported, witnesses daily the way in which confidence in these core skills unlocks learning across the curriculum. By strengthening the school’s approach, pupils are provided with the strongest possible foundation for future success, both in school and beyond.
Their journey begins in the classroom with daily, well structured phonics and reading. These are intentionally personalised and interactive; children learn to decode words securely, explore different texts and build fluency, allowing them to read with expression and enjoyment.
As pupils move up the school they encounter rich class texts, focused guided reading groups and dedicated independent reading time. This steady progression helps them recognise their own growth and approach new challenges with confidence.
To deepen engagement further, pupils are also encouraged to use an online reading platform. This has widened access to books, increased reading practice and boosted motivation, improving fluency and an eagerness to read for pleasure. As mentioned in the school’s recent ISI report, children ‘enjoy reading books to their teachers and
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answer questions about the characters they read about.’
Spelling teaching has also been strengthened. Children learn spelling patterns and rules in a clear, systematic way before applying them directly in their writing. This makes their learning feel purposeful, encouraging them to experiment with new vocabulary, knowing
that they have the tools to support them. The impact is visible every day at Parsons Green Prep: children choosing books independently, tackling ambitious words and taking ownership of their spelling. By placing reading and spelling centre stage, the school is pupils grow into confident, articulate learners who embrace new ideas with enthusiasm.
Lydia Cozens is Lead for Teaching & Learning and Alex Jarrett is Head of English at Parsons Green Prep. More information at www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk or call 020 7610 8085.
Build strong foundations with Brilliant Beans Tutoring
Brilliant Beans Tutoring supports children aged 7 to 11 through one of the most important stages of their learning journey, helping them build strong foundations before it’s time to start secondary school.
Based in south west London, this family-run programme offers a calm, confidence-building approach to primary and 11+ tutoring. It supports English, maths, verbal and non-verbal reasoning, handwriting, reading and vocabulary, alongside exam preparation and study skills.
What makes Brilliant Beans different?
Its focus is on the whole child. Alongside academic learning, Brilliant Beans helps children build confidence, focus and resilience, so that they feel secure in their abilities and ready to try.
Small group sessions allow children to feel known, supported and encouraged, whether they are preparing for selective
schools, catching up on key skills or simply needing a confidence boost.
For more information, visit www.brilliantbeanstutoring.co.uk
School Open Events
The best way to get a feel for the many strong and respected independent schools in South West London is to pay them a visit. Schools listed below are mainly independent although some state options are included. B is for Boys and G is for Girls. B&G is co-educational. Please mention Families South West when enquiring.
Streatham & Clapham High School GDST 3-18yrs G.
Senior School Open Day (SW16): Fri 13 Mar (8.40am-11am) Register at www.schs.gdst.net/events or call 020 8677 8400 www.schs.gdst.net
Cameron Vale School 4-11yrs B&G. Open Morning: 13 May (9.15am) Book at www.cameronvaleschool. com/admissions/arrange-a-visit Tours by appointment Call 020 7352 4040 www.cameronvaleschool.com
Parsons Green Prep School 4-11yrs B&G. Weekly individual tours. Book on 020 7610 8085 or email admissions@parsonsgreenprep.co.uk www.parsonsgreenprep.co.uk
L’Ecole de Petits 3-6 B&G. Bilingual French-English. Weekly visits on Thursdays Book at www.lecoledespetits.co. uk/fr/visites-de-lecole/ admissions@lecoledespetits.co.uk 020 7371 8350 www.lecoledepetits.co.uk
L’Ecole de Battersea 3-11yrs B&G.
Bilingual French-English. Open Morning: Sat 14 Mar (10am) Book www.lecoledebattersea.co.uk/ open-days/ Weekly visits on Fridays. Book at www.lecoledebattersea.co.uk /school-visits/ admissions@lecoledebattersea.co.uk 020 7371 8350. www.lecoledebattersea.co.uk
Dolphin School 4-11yrs B&G.
Open House: Tue 10 Mar & Tue 12 May. Book at www.dolphinschool.org.uk /admissions/visits-tours-and-openmornings
Shaftesbury Park Primary School 2–11yrs B&G. Nursery and primary. French bilingual & enterprise. Individual tours during term time Book at 020 7228 3652 www.shaftesburypark.wandsworth. sch.uk
Broomwood Schools 3-13 B&G until end Yr2, then separate Prep Schools. Pre-Prep Open Morning (SW12): Fri 13 Mar (9am)
Prep Boys (SW11) & Prep Girls (SW12): Fri 20 Mar (9am)
Book at www.broomwood.com/ admissions/book-a-visit/ www.broomwood.com
White House Prep School 2.5-11yrs
B&G. (Separate nursery for babies 6mths+ in SW4)
Open Morning: Sat 9 May (9.30am11.30am) Register at www.whitehouseschool.com/admissi ons/open-mornings
Private tours with Headmaster take place on weekdays, by appointment only. To book, contact admissions@whitehouseschool.com www.whitehouseschool.com
La Retraite 11-18 G
Open Mornings
Tue 7 July (9.00am-10.45am) and Sat 26 Sep (9.00am-12.30pm)
Book at www.laretraite.co.uk/OpenEvents
Personal tours by appointment
To book, contact admin@laretraite.co.uk www.laretraite.co.uk
Ibstock Place 4-18yrs, B&G. Pre-Prep and Prep School Open
Mornings: Tue 17 Mar & Tue 9 Jun
Senior Open Evening: Tue 10 Mar & Wed 6 May
Book at www.ibstockplaceschool. co.uk/visit-us. Small group tours available for 2027 entry. www.ibstockplaceschool.co.uk
The Roche School 2–11yrs B&G. Bilingual Spanish stream. School Tour with Head: Thu 5 Mar (9am-10am)
Spring Craft Taster Session (under 4s): Tue 10 Mar (9.30am-10.30am) Spanish Taster Session (Under 4s): Fri 20 Mar (10.30am-11.30am)
Book at www.therocheschool.com/ admissions/ Individual tours available by appointment. www.therocheschool.com
Donhead Preparatory School 3-11yrs B&G. Tours available throughout the year. To arrange, contact Mrs Jodie Cosh at admissions@donhead.org.uk or 020 8946 7000. www.donhead.org.uk
Hall School Wimbledon 7-18yrs B&G. Open Events: Tue 3 Mar (2.30pm), Tue 2 Jun (9am), Sat 13 Jun (9.30am or 10.30am) Book at www.hsw.co.uk/
admissions/open-day-registration Individual tours also available Book at www.hsw.co.uk/admissions/ private-tours-registration/ www.hsw.co.uk
Norwegian Kindergarten 2-6yrs B&G. Open Morning: Sat 25 Apr (123.0pm). Private tours also available. Book at mail@norwegiankindergarten.org.uk or call 020 8947 7983
Preparing for the 11+ with confidence: The Cameron Vale Approach
At Cameron Vale School, preparing children for the 11+ is not a last-minute sprint but a carefully planned journey, beginning in Reception and building confidently to Year 6. As a small, ‘Excellent’ rated prep school in Chelsea, Cameron Vale combines academic rigour with individual attention, ensuring every child is guided towards success at their chosen senior school.
From the earliest years, pupils are encouraged to think deeply, question confidently and express themselves articulately. Higherlevel thinking and verbal reasoning are woven into the curriculum, developing the intellectual curiosity and flexibility that underpin strong performance in 11+ assessments. Lessons are deliberately challenging, nurturing analytical skills, sophisticated vocabulary and the ability to make connections across subjects.
This foundation is extended through targeted mathematics and English preparation. Small class sizes allow teachers to know pupils exceptionally well, providing personalised, expert guidance and regular feedback throughout the senior school application process. Children leave Cameron Vale academically prepared, confident, resilient and ready to thrive in London’s leading senior schools. Visit www.cameronvaleschool.com or email admissions@cameronvaleschool.com
How schools engage children with homework
By Zuzu Jordan
Your child’s school will understand that homework does not have to mean pages of writing or worksheets every time. In fact, varying how children record and present their learning can make homework more engaging, accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. When children are given choice and creative freedom, they are often more motivated and proud of what they produce.
One simple and effective approach is using drawing and diagrams
Younger children or those who find writing challenging, can show their understanding through pictures, labelled drawings or storyboards. A child learning about plants might draw and label parts of a flower or design a comic strip showing the main events. This supports understanding without the pressure of long written answers.
Hands-on and practical tasks are another excellent option. Your child’s homework could involve building a model, cooking a recipe linked to maths or measuring or sorting objects at home. For example, children might create a model of a landmark, use Lego to show number problems or organise household items into groups. These activities make learning feel real and meaningful.
Using technology opens up many creative possibilities too. Children may be asked to take photos of their work instead of taking bulky projects into school. This is especially useful for practical tasks such as baking, gardening or science experiments. A short video explaining what they did or learned can be just as valuable as written work. Older children might create a simple slideshow, record a voice note or type a short reflection. Technology also supports children who communicate better verbally than on paper.
Scrapbooks or learning journals are another flexible way to present homework. Children can mix writing, pictures, photos, tickets and drawings all in one place. This works particularly well for topic-based
homework or holiday projects and allows children to personalise their learning.
Finally, many schools do see the value of talk-based homework. Asking children to discuss a topic with an adult, interview a family member or explain what they have learned builds confidence and understanding. Parents can jot down a few notes or the child can record their ideas using a voice app.
By offering different ways to record and present homework, schools help children play to their strengths. This reduces stress at home and encourages families to see homework as a chance to explore, create and talk together rather than just complete a task.
Zuzu is a Mastery for Maths Specialist who has taught primary for eighteen years and is Director of Arnett International. For FREE resources and tips, find her on Instagram @edumate_uk
How stories teach children to love solutions
By Sarah Tucker
We’ve trained children to love the chaos in stories, not the calm that follows. When I once asked a Year 2 class their favourite part of a story, every hand shot up for the problem part: Goldilocks breaking chairs, the wolf blowing houses down. ‘The solution’s the boring bit,’ one girl said. But real growth, in stories and in life, begins when we start solving things. Those ‘what next?’ moments can teach resilience, creativity and confidence. Solutions give children tools they can carry into maths, friendships and everyday decisions.
Flip the script
What if the solution was the most exciting part? Kids love the drama of ‘uh-oh’ but it’s time they saw the ‘what next?’ as just as fun, with problem-solving an adventure in itself. Encourage children to pause mid-story and predict solutions. Their often wild, funny or clever ideas are exactly what trains flexible thinking.
A spark from Edward de Bono
Researching Edward de Bono, the father of ‘lateral thinking,’ taught me that adults often fall into fixed patterns. But fiveyear-olds? They’re natural innovators. When de Bono asked children to improve a broken wheelbarrow, their wild ideas outshone those of CEOs and engineers. The youngest thinkers
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are our boldest problem-solvers, if we let them remain that way. Curiosity and play aren’t distractions from learning; they’re the engine behind original solutions. Thinking sideways strengthens their ability to approach problems with confidence and creativity.
Storytime experiment: Little Red Riding Hood
Pause the story right before the woodcutter saves the day and ask: ‘What else could Red Riding Hood do?’ You’ll get chaospoison apples and superheroes - but then, something magical: ‘She could trick the wolf!’ or ‘She could turn him vegetarian!’ Suddenly, your child isn’t just reading a story, they’re rewriting it with imagination.
Breaking the parent loop
Many children inherit their parents’ patterns: fear of failure, perfectionism, even ‘I’m just not good at maths.’ Storytelling lets children imagine new family scripts. It’s a gentle way of saying: you can rewrite more than just fairy tales. By modelling curiosity instead of frustration, parents show that every problem has more than one path forward. The earlier children experience this freedom, the sooner they internalise a growth mindset that will help them both in school and life.
Solutions classroom: small wins
It doesn’t have to be a grand plot twist. Even small, everyday problems offer opportunities for children to exercise lateral thinking. When a child figures out a new way to organise their desk, solve a tricky arithmetic problem or negotiate roles in a group activity, celebrate it. These micro-moments of problemsolving build confidence and encourage risk-taking. By valuing these ‘little victories,’ we signal that solutions are as exciting as the preceding dramas. Over time, children begin to approach challenges with curiosity rather than fear.
Try this at home:
Lateral thinking doesn’t need worksheets. Ask:
‘What’s another way to see this?’
‘What would the villain say?’
‘Can you invent three solutions, even silly ones?’
At first it feels like play - but play is the training ground for flexible thinking. Before long, your child sees every problem as an invitation, not a wall.
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Cow’s milk allergy and the Milk Ladder
By Emma Shafqat
I have both professional and personal experience with cow’s milk allergies; when my daughter was twelve months old, we made our first attempt to climb the Milk Ladder.
Unfortunately, once past steps one and two, we couldn’t get any further. Lots of crying and vomiting prompted us to take a break. After two more attempts and feeling like there would be so many food related occasions we could never enjoy together as a family, we finally reached the top of the ladder when my daughter was three and a half… although - between you and me - she still flatly refuses cow’s milk, claiming she can’t have it, despite happily eating ice cream and drinking chocolate milkshakes!
What is a cow’s milk allergy?
Cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA) is an abnormal response by the body’s immune system in which the proteins in cow’s milk are recognised as a potential threat. It is estimated to affect around 7% of babies under the age of one, although most children grow out of it by the age of five (NHS, 2019).
The two main types of CMPA
IgE-mediated: typically rapid onset (within minutes and up to two hours after ingestion)
Non-IgE-mediated: typically delayed onset (usually two to 72 hours after ingestion)
These two different types of allergies come with similar but
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slightly different signs and symptoms. They can include itchy skin, a rash, atopic eczema, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhoea, coughing, chest tightness, wheezing or shortness of breath.
IgE-mediated can also cause acute flare up, swelling of the lips, face or around the eyes, nausea, sneezing and congestion. Non-IGE mediated can also cause gastrooesophageal reflux disease (GORD), loose or frequent poos, constipation, redness around the anus, blood and/or mucus in the poo, colic, tiredness, food refusal or aversion and faltering growth with at least one or more gastrointestinal symptoms.
If your child has other symptoms, that does not mean your child doesn’t have a food allergy. If you think your baby is having a reaction to cow’s milk, see your GP. Make sure you get medical advice before taking cow’s milk out of your child’s diet.
What is the Milk Ladder (Dairy Ladder)?
The Milk Ladder is a six-step technique of reintroducing your child to cow’s milk slowly so that their tolerance builds gradually. It is only suitable for children with mild to moderate non-IgE-mediated allergies and you should always seek medical advice first. I recommend referring to the official iMAP Guide for details, plus sweet and savoury recipes.
Put simply, the Milk Ladder starts with more broken-down forms of milk, like biscuits or pancakes and builds up to things like yoghurt and cheese, until eventually your child can have fresh milk. This is because when milk is heated or baked, the protein changes so it is less allergenic.
If your child has a reaction at any of the steps, stop and contact your health care professional before starting again. Once you have reached the top of the ladder, switch to cow’s milk in all food and cereals at breakfast.
Use the QR code below to see the iMAP guide with the six steps on the Milk Ladder. If you are struggling with CMPA and would like more support, visit: www.dietitianwithadifference.co.uk and book a customised cow’s milk reintroduction plan. With thanks to Bespoke Family (www.bespokefamily.co.uk) for this article. Bespoke Family offers tailored parenting support from newborns to teens.
Calmer bedtimes for under 5s
By Helen Davies
Bedtime during the toddler and pre-school years can feel like a completely different world compared to the days of getting your baby sleep. Even children who previously settled well can suddenly need ‘one more story,’ ‘one more cuddle’ or ‘one more drink’ the very moment the lights go out. Although it can feel frustrating or confusing for parents, rest assured most of these behaviours are rooted in normal development.
Between 18 months and age 5, children go through huge leaps in language and imagination development, independence, emotional awareness and physical ability. With all this progress comes new bedtime challenges. Many toddlers discover the power of ‘no’ at around 18 months of age. They gain a new sense of autonomy and begin asserting independence. Their use of the words ‘no,’ ‘my turn’ and ‘I do it’ are about exploring control in the safest place they know.
Much of this behaviour comes down to emotional regulation. Young children are still learning how to manage big feelings and bedtime is the moment the day slows down enough for everything to catch up with them. They cannot simply switch off after a busy day; they rely heavily on connection with parents to feel secure enough to settle. Asking for another cuddle or another story is often their way of topping up closeness rather than manipulating the situation. This connection helps them switch off and feel safe enough to fall asleep. Sleep pressure also changes as children grow, meaning naps may need adjusting or bedtime may need shifting slightly later.
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Meanwhile, pre-schoolers become highly conversational and imaginative. Separation anxiety often reappears and a child who was once content to settle independently may suddenly now need a parent close by. This is the age of shadows, monsters and busy little minds. As their world expands, so can their worries and bedtime becomes a moment when those thoughts surface.
Understanding these developmental drivers helps parents respond calmly. With firm but gentle boundaries, a steady routine and a few minutes of meaningful one-to-one connection before bed, children feel more secure and settle more easily.
Parents can support calmer evenings by creating a consistent wind-down routine that meets both the child’s need for connection and their own need for boundaries. Predictability helps children feel safe, while gentle limits prevent bedtime from stretching indefinitely. Responding calmly, keeping routines simple and using language that’s clear and warm can make a noticeable difference.
Helen Davies runs Essential Parenting, a trusted, private health visiting service providing expert support with sleep, behaviour and early childhood development. www.essentialparenting.co.uk
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At Little Strides, play builds confidence, curiosity and an early love of learning that prepares your little ones for school and their life ahead.
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Introducing Roehampton’s best new nursery
Little Strides opened its doors in 2025 following an extensive renovation, transforming the space into a warm, inspiring environment for young children.
Founded by brothers Ben and Damian, the nursery is rooted in their own childhood memories of a lively home filled with imagination, play and adventure.
Now dads themselves, they set out to create a learning space that reflects those same values. Little Strides was born from a belief that children thrive when encouraged to explore, build confidence and develop at their own pace.
The nursery offers top-of-the-range facilities, including a beautiful secret garden designed to spark creativity, outdoor play and discovery. A strong commitment to the London Living Wage means it is staffed by skilled, passionate early-years educators.
At its heart, Little Strides is a family-focused nursery, nurturing happy, confident children and preparing them for school and for life.
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Lights up, Wimbledon!
Stagecoach Performing Arts Wimbledon is welcoming new students for two-week trial enrolments in the term beginning after Easter. Its two central Wimbledon venues are the perfect place for young performers aged 4 to 18 to build confidence, make friends and have a blast.
Weekly classes in drama, dance and singing, led by industry professionals, burst with energy, creativity and encouragement, inspiring imagination and unlocking potential.
Spaces fill quickly, so give your child the chance to shine - their standing ovation starts here!
More information at www.stagecoach.co.uk/wimbledon
How performing arts boosts oracy skills
Oracy – the ability to express oneself clearly and confidently – is essential for learning, communication and building relationships. Not only do music, movement, drama, poetry, storytelling and teamwork help young learners build confidence, they also increase fluency and, in our experience, result in a remarkable development in communication skills.
Developing oracy skills
Music and movement help children develop rhythm, projection and confidence. Singing explores pitch, tone and pace, while dance links movement with speech. These activities make speaking and performing enjoyable and memorable.
Drama and role-play let children step into different perspectives, practising tone, body language and improvisation. They build empathy, critical thinking and confidence in speaking to others.
Poetry strengthens fluency and expression. Reciting and performing poems improves memory, articulation and the ability to convey emotion. It encourages playful and imaginative use of language.
Expressing themselves becomes easier through creative activities, as it offers children a safe space to be themselves. Through discussion, reflection and performance, they gain confidence and ownership of their ideas.
Storytelling helps learners structure ideas and engage with classmates as their audience. Sharing stories develops clarity, structure, listening, and collaboration skills. It also builds confidence in expressing complex ideas.
Teamwork and group activities improve listening, turn-taking and communication. Children learn to respond thoughtfully and speak effectively in a group.
Bringing oracy into family life
Special equipment or plentiful spare time aren’t required to nurture oracy skills. Turn everyday moments into performing-arts moments: Daily routines. Instructions can become rhymes or a call-andresponse, keeping communication lively and helping younger children practise clarity and rhythm.
Storytelling at dinner. Each person adds a line to a made-up story, building confidence and creativity.
Mini performances. Performing a poem, a short dance or a role-play scene boosts self-belief and encourages children to speak out.
Music on the go. Singing in the car or while walking to school supports projection, breath control and emotional expression.
Oracy isn’t just about speaking – it’s about feeling heard. And the performing arts gives children exactly that: a voice that feels strong, expressive and truly their own.
With thanks to Artis Foundation for this article. Artis is a creativelearning charity working with primary schools across the UK, with their mission to nurture creativity in every child. More information at www.artisfoundation.org.uk
Term time classes directory
ART & MUSIC
Funky Monkey Keyboard Classes
SW11, SW16, SW17
Interactive music classes introducing keyboard skills through play-based learning in small groups, carefully matched by age and skill level. Ages 4+.
www.funkymonkey.info
London Youth Conservatoire
SW6
Founded in 2008, the London Youth Conservatoire is one of the largest and most successful non-selective music schools in London, offering comprehensive music education from beginner to Grade 8 and beyond. It provides instrumental and vocal lessons, choir and orchestra groups and musicianship training. Ages 4+.
www.londonyouthconservatoire.org.uk
Planet Art Club
SW18, SW19, SW20
Planet Art Club runs after school clubs where children use junk materials to create 3D functional art projects, fostering creativity. The clubs operate weekly for Reception to Year 3 students, offering structured, hands-on art sessions in a fun environment.
www.planet-artclub.com
PERFORMING ARTS
Acacia School of Dance
SW8
Acacia School of Dance offers ballet, tap, and modern theatre classes for ages 3 to adult. With thirty five years of experience, the school develops dancers physically, mentally and emotionally through expert instruction, building confidence, co-ordination and life skills.
www.danceacacia.com
Babyballet
SW4, SW17, SW19
Babyballet offers award-winning dance classes for children aged 6mths to 6 years. Through playbased learning, qualified teachers help babies and young children develop confidence, co-ordination, and social skills in a fun, magical and supportive environment linked to the EYFS.
www.babyballet.co.uk
Don Rae Academy
SW11, SW15
High quality singing, dancing and acting term time classes for ages 4 to 11. Classes taught by experienced theatre professionals. End of term performances. Competitive termly
fees, 50% sibling discounts. For a FREE trial, text 07500 806402 or email classes@donraeacademy.com. www.donraeacademy.com
La Sylvaine School of Dancing SW3, SW6, SW7, SW10, SW11
At La Sylvaine School of Dancing, children can take classes in Ballet, Tap, and Modern dance. The school welcomes all abilities and emphasises enjoyment, skill development, and progression through dance, with a supportive and friendly atmosphere. www.lasylvaine.co.uk
Perform offers drama, dance and singing classes for children ages 4 to 12. Its classes focus on developing confidence, communication and social skills, using imaginative activities and performance to help each child express themselves in a lively, creative environment. www.perform.org.uk
Pop School & Stage Academy (PSSA)
SW6, SW12, SW16, SW17, SW18
At PSSA, children ages 4 to 16 develop confidence, skills and friendships through dynamic singing, acting, and dancing classes and holiday camps. The school offers three age-appropriate class groups, ensuring every student receives tailored challenge and support to build their performance abilities. www.pssa.co.uk
Stagecoach Wimbledon
SW19
Stagecoach offers performing arts classes for children and teenagers, covering singing, dancing and acting. Programmes are tailored for different age groups, starting from age 4 and aim to build confidence, creativity and communication skills in a positive learning environment. www.stagecoach.co.uk/wimbledon
WhizzDance
SW16
WhizzDance offers dance classes for children, including ballet, tap, street dance and contemporary. Classes are designed to build confidence, co-ordination and creativity in a fun, encouraging environment, welcoming dancers of all abilities from pre-school age upwards. www.whizzdance.com
Funky Monkey Keyboard Classes
Beaniebops SW15
Beaniebops offers engaging play and music classes for children aged 0 to 4 in Putney. Through movement, music and interactive activities, classes build confidence, develop creativity and encourage social interaction in age-appropriate groups for pre-school children of all abilities.
www.beaniebops.com
Brilliant Beans Tutoring SW17
Brilliant Beans offers small-group tutoring in Tooting for children aged 7 to 11, specialising in 11+ exam preparation and independent school admissions. Its unique Saturday programme combines academic support with life skills including kickboxing, drama and coding to build confidence and achieve results.
www.brilliantbeanstutoring.co.uk
Chess Rising Stars SW3, SW19
Chess Rising Stars London Academy offers individual and group chess lessons for all ages and skill levels, both in-person and online. Its expert instructors teach strategic thinking, problem-solving and tournament skills while fostering patience, discipline and a love for the game.
www.chessacademy.uk
Girlguiding London South West SW4, SW8, SW9, SW11, SW12, SW15, SW16, SW17, SW18
Providing girls aged 4 to 18 with a variety of exciting activities including outdoor camps, sleepovers and international trips, helping young members develop skills, confidence and friendships through engaging activities.
www.girlguidinglondonsw.org.uk
Little House of Science SW7
Little House of Science weekend clubs engage children aged 4 to 13 with hands-on STEM experiments. Sessions cover physics, chemistry, biology, robotics and rockets, fostering teamwork, creativity and confidence while encouraging curiosity and interdisciplinary scientific understanding.
www.littlehouseofscience.com
Putney Music School SW15
Putney Music School offers music lessons for children and adults in a variety of instruments, including piano, violin, guitar and singing. The school provides tailored individual and group lessons, encouraging musical skills and confidence in a warm, welcoming environment. www.putneymusic.co.uk
Yellowbird Education SW15, W14
Yellowbird Education offers fun and engaging lessons and workshops
for children to develop skills in creative writing, handwriting, English exam preparation, reasoning and interview techniques. With extensive knowledge of the British school system, Yellowbird specialises in preparing children for 7+, 8+ and 11+ independent school entry. Holiday workshops are also available.
www.yellowbirdeducation.com
The Little Gym SW18
The Little Gym Wandsworth & Fulham provides gymnastics-based classes for children from 4 months to 12 years old. Their programmes focus on building co-ordination, physical skills, confidence and teamwork through age-appropriate, fun and engaging activities in a welcoming environment.
www.wandsworthfulham.thelittlegym.co.uk
Little Rackets SW2
Little Rackets runs fun, term time, group tennis coaching classes for children aged 3+ at Brockwell Park on Wednesdays and Thursdays (4pm-5.30pm), Fridays (9am10.30am) and Saturdays (9am11.15am). Coming soon to Wandsworth on Friday mornings! More information and to sign up to the mailing list for its future Wandsworth classes, visit link below.
www.littlerackets.com.
Nile Wilson Gymnastics Academy SW3
NWG Academy runs gymnastics sessions for kids at every level, from beginners to advanced. Classes include artistic gymnastics, tumbling and general gymnastics, all aimed at improving strength, flexibility and self-assurance while making learning exciting and dynamic.
www.nwga.co.uk
South West Swimming School SW11, SW12, SW17
South West Swimming School prioritises health and safety while teaching swimmers of all ages and abilities. They offer classes for children aged three and above, grouped by ability, with lessons ranging from parent-baby sessions to advanced training. Holiday intensive courses and lifesaving skills are also available.
www.swswimschool.co.uk
TJ’s Gymnastics Club SW19
TJS Gym Club offers gymnastics classes for children, starting from pre-school age. The club focuses on developing strength, flexibility, coordination and confidence through structured, fun sessions suitable for all abilities. Sessions are led by qualified coaches in a supportive setting.
www.tjsgymclub.co.uk
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PERFORMING ARTS CLASSES & CAMPS
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Easter Holiday Activities
Easter camps and workshops
Cygnet Arts
31 Mar, 1-2 Apr, 7-9 Apr
SW15, SW6, SW19, SW20
Offer exciting, hands-on projects where children develop their creativity while learning real fine art techniques. Each session features a different theme, making every workshop a fun, immersive and educational experience. Ages 5-12. www.cygnetsartschool.com
En Cuisine
30 Mar-10 Apr - SW1
Children experiment the joys of cooking with professional chefs in a restaurant or at a Montessori school. Ages 3-5 & 6-12. www.encuisinecookingschool.com/ holidaycamps
Little House of Science
30 Mar-17 Apr - SW3
Fun science-based camps with a different theme each week covering biology, astronomy, engineering, geology, medicine and more. Book by day or full week. Ages 4-12. www.littlehouseofscience.com
Mother Nature Science
30 Mar-16 Apr - SW3, SW6, SW19
Every day is a science expedition into the unknown, with indoor and outdoor science activities, exciting demonstrations, hands-on experiments, team games and fun quizzes. Ages 5-12. www.mnature.co.uk
NM Touch Typing
30 Mar-17 Apr - SW4, SW6
Designed for beginners or intermediate typists, four and five-day courses bring children’s skills up to speed without compromising on accuracy. Ages 7+.
www.nmtouchtyping.co.uk
Richer Education
30 Mar-17 Apr - SW1, SW7
A varied programme of expert-run summer camps covering science, coding & robotics, engineering, public speaking and more. Ages 4-14. www.richereducation.co.uk
Yellowbird Education
Various dates - SW6, SW15
Yellowbird Education offers engaging workshops for children to develop skills in Creative Writing, Handwriting, English Exam Preparation, Reasoning, and Interview Skills. With extensive knowledge of the British school system, they specialise in preparing children for the 7+, 8+, and 11+ entry process. Term time workshops are also available. www.yellowbirdeducation.com
Club Petit Pierrot
30 Mar-2 Apr - SW6
Immersive creative and educational
activities including worksheets, arts and crafts, active fun, singing and dancing - all in French! Beginners to advanced. Ages 3-6. www.clubpetitpierrot.co.uk
Douce London
30 Mar-10 Apr - SW6
French language holiday day camps where play and physical activities build language skills, memory, attention, creativity and physical strength. Ages 3-4, 5-7 and 8-11 years. www.doucefrancelondon.com
Bop Stars
30 Mar-2 Apr & 7-10 Apr SW18
Children can choose between performing arts with singing, dancing, acting, aerial and circus skills or multisports camps that promote teamwork, confidence, and physical development. www.bopstars.co.uk
Dakota Dance Academy
30 Mar-2 Apr - SW1
High energy four day performing arts workshop include singing, dancing, acting, arts and crafts which culminate with a filmed performance. Ages 4-17. www.dakodas.co.uk
Funky Monkey Keyboard Classes 6-17 Apr
Various SW locations
Cheeky Chick Easter workshops for beginners ages 4-8. A three hour or five morning course from £45. Children learn in small groups how to write and play music and try some famous tunes using electronic keyboards. A wonderful, fun, relaxed introduction to practical and theoretical music, with games, quizzes and art activities. Maximum class size 8, all equipment provided. www.funkymonkey.info/holidaycourses
Little Voices
30 Mar-2 Apr - SW6
Four day camp combines creativity, performance, and fun in a supportive and exciting environment. Ages 4-11. www.littlevoices.org.uk
Perform
30 Mar-1 Apr - SW4, SW6, SW19 8-10 Apr - SW7
Your child will work alongside an energetic team of theatre professionals, combining original music, dance, and improvisation into a magical mini-performance with colourful costumes and props on the last day. Ages 4-12. www.perform.org.uk
Pop School and Stage Academy (PSSA)
See website for dates Wandsworth, Streatham, Beckenham PSSA invites children to themed performing arts workshops, where they can sing, dance, and take part in
creative activities, culminating in a special performance for family and friends.
www.pssa.co.uk
Stagecoach Performing Arts
Wimbledon 7-10 April - SW19
Enjoy a high-energy week of performing arts fun at this Thank You for the Music workshop, based on the amazing music of Abba. Work with talented instructors to improve your singing, acting, and dance skills and perform on the last day for family and friends. Free workshop t-shirt included. Non-Stagecoach students welcome. Suits beginners and experienced performers. www.stagecoach.co.uk/wimbledon #workshops
All
Star Tennis
30 Mar-17 Apr - SW16, SW17, SW18
Fun skills and drills, games and tactics, with prizes up for grabs and optional fancy dress Fridays! Ages 3 to teens. www.allstartennis.co.uk/holidaycamps
Gymfinity Kids
30 Mar-3 Apr - SW18
Children will get to enjoy fun and games on the gym floor, easterthemed arts and crafts, and more. www.gymfinitykids.com
The Little Gym Wandsworth & Fulham
30 Mar-10 Apr - SW18
Games and gymnastics with music, learning and laughter to nurture ongoing skill development and boost self-esteem. Ages 3-8.
www.wandsworthfulham.thelittlegym. co.uk
Little Rackets
30 Mar-10 Apr - SW6, SW17
Little Rackets & Friends Easter Holiday Multi-Sports camps are specially designed to create a fun environment for children aged 3-7, of all abilities to learn tennis, rugby and football. Expect tennis, football and rugby driven games, team building, confidence boosting, skills and technique development and more. Ages 3-7. www.littlerackets.com/book-online
Nile Wilson Gymnastics
30 Mar-2 Apr & 7-10 Apr SW3
Gymnastics and circus skills camps include gymnastics and at least two additional activities. Ages 3.5yrs-Yr 8. www.nwga.co.uk
South West Swimming School
30 Mar-2 Apr & 5-8 Apr (4 day courses)
SW11, SW17
Join in a Holiday Splash Course which offers fun, expert-led swimming lessons for all levels, focusing on technique, safety and confidence. Enjoy group or private sessions in a supportive, state-of-the-art environment. Ages 3-15. 020 8767 2723 info@swswimschool.co.uk www.swswimschool.co.uk
SwimWay
30 Mar-2 Apr & 7-10 Apr
Various SW London venues
SwimWay’s four day crash courses are tailored sessions to build confidence, refine technique, and are perfect preparation for the Summer Holidays. Ages 2+.
www.swimway.co.uk
Wandsworth Lions FC
30 Mar-10 Apr - SW18
Camps are held at Wandle Recreation Centre with structured football training, fun games and opportunities to join their centre of excellence. Ages 4-11.
www.wandsworthlionsfc.co.uk/holid ay-camp
Youngstars Holiday Camps 7-17 April
Various SW London venues
An introduction to a wide range of sports where the focus is on enjoyment rather than winning or losing! Full and half days available. Ages 3-10.
www.young-stars.co.uk
Crazy Camps
See website for dates SW11, SW16, SW17
Cricket, archery, dodgeball, go karts, nerf wars, arts and crafts and more for active fun. Ages 4-12. www.crazycamps.co.uk
School’s Out Holiday Club Balham
30 Mar-2 Apr & 7 Apr-10 Apr SW12
School’s Out Club offers amazing value, with a range of sports, drama, arts & crafts, cookery, day trips, with breakfast and tea included! Ages 3-11. Held at Balham Community Centre. www.balhamcommunitycentre.com/ schools-out-holiday-club-balham
TP Camps
30 Mar-2 Apr & 7 Apr-10 Apr SW13, SW14
A play school where children spend their days exploring and having fun! This is encouraged by the team of staff who run a wide range of activities including painting, Lego, reading, dressing up and a host of other creative things to do. Ages 3-7. www.tpcamps.co.uk
Ultimate Activity Camps SW4, SW6, SW12
Day camp fun filled with over forty activities including sports, arts, crafts and more. Taking place in Clapham (Broomwood Girls Prep & Eaton House The Manor) and Fulham (Fulham Cross Girls School). Ages 4-14.
www.ultimateactivity.co.uk
Music and performing arts
Sports camps
Multi-activity day camps
Easter days out
Barnes Green Church Road SW13 ODQ
30 March-12 April
BCA Easter Duck Hunt
Follow maps to find hidden ducks around Barnes, redeeming them for chocolate prizes. More details on where to purchase maps and dates and times to redeem your map will be available soon on the website. https://www.barnes-ca.org/bcaevents/easter
Brixton Windmill
Blenheim Gardens SW2 5DA
29 March
Easter Family Day
Don’t miss the children’s treasure hunt and family day in Windmill Gardens. There’s a chocolate treat to find (£3 suggested donation) from 1.30pm. FREE Easter themed craft workshops will run at the centre all afternoon. The windmill will be open for guided tours from 1pm to 5pm (£5 per person).
www.brixtonwindmill.org
Chelsea Physic Garden
66 Royal Hospital Rd, London SW3 4HS
Easter Easter Egg Trail
Discover the Easter Egg trail at London’s oldest botanic garden, as part of the garden’s 2026 theme
Folklore: Re:Rooted. Discover plant stories, spring traditions and hidden corners. Open 11am-5pm. £5 (under 5s FREE). Book online or buy tickets in person on the day. Garden open Sunday to Friday. www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk
Cutty Sark
King William Walk, SE10 9HT
Throughout Easter school holidays
Easter Aboard Cutty Sark
Set sail for a swashbuckling family day out on this world-famous ship, with hands-on crafts perfect for little sailors. Meet colourful characters, explore the main deck, take the wheel and enjoy interactive games. www.rmg.co.uk/families
Hampton Court Palace
East Molesey KT8 9AU
21 Mar-12 Apr
The Lindt Gold Bunny Hunt
Back by popular demand! Embark on a captivating trail through the iconic gardens, discovering the statues of the remarkable individuals who left their mark on Henry VIII’s home. Match the names of the individuals to the statues for your Lindt Gold Bunny 10g chocolate treat. (Non-chocolate alternatives available on request). www.hrp.org.uk/hampton-courtpalace
Kew Gardens Richmond, TW9 3AE
28 Mar-12 Apr
Octonauts and Beyond
Perfect for children aged 3-6 and their families, this interactive trail invites young explorers to complete fun challenges, discover amazing facts and learn how to protect our planet. FREE with normal admission. www.kew.org
London Transport Museum
Covent Garden Piazza, London, WC2E 7BB
28 March-6 April
Future London
Morden Hall Park
Morden Hall Road, Morden, SM4 5JD 1-6 April Easter Adventures
Follow the egg-stra special 10-point Easter trail, packed with egg-themed games and playful challenges for the whole family. Croque-egg anyone? Prices are £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg. *Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.
18 April Quacky Races
Join one of the Park’s most popular traditions and help raise valuable funds for its care. Your £2.50 entry sponsors a numbered plastic duck in the race down the River Wandle. Pick your duck, cheer it on, and see if it crosses the finish line first! 11am-3pm. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/lon don/morden-hall-park
Vauxhall City Farm
165 Tyers Street, London, SE11 5HS
School holidays (Tue-Sun)
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
A must for combining hands-on animal visits with an engaging trail. Spot eggs and find out about the animals! Small entry fee, advance booking essential.. www.vauxhallcityfarm.org
ZSL London Zoo
Outer Circle, Regent's Park, London NW1 4RY
28 March-12 April
Zoonormous Egg Hunt
Explore the Zoo on a special Easter egg hunt, searching high and low for six giant Easter eggs hidden around the grounds. Each egg reveals a secret letter and a riddle to solve, encouraging curious minds to work together as they uncover clues across the Zoo. Decorate your own Easter Bunny Crown too. www.londonzoo.org
WWT London Wetland Centre
Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes, London, SW13 9WT
28 Mar-12 Apr
Hands-on activities inspired by Gozzle, the new picture book from Macmillan Children’s Books including vet checks, storytelling sessions from the new Gozzle book and pond dipping. Enjoy the Gozzle Vet Check, a fun, interactive experience which invites children to step into the role of WWT vets and carry out a health check on a toy goose. Ages 5-8 but suitable for younger children when accompanied by an adult. www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/london
Looking for inspiring activities and ultimate care for your child this Easter?
Join our school holiday day camps for action-packed days, new friendships, and unforgettable fun for children aged 4–14.
Step into the future this Easter with a day of creativity, discovery and fun for the whole family! What will London look like in 100 years and how will we travel? Take part in fun family activities, creating your own visions of London in 2126. Hands-on craft activities, design the skyline, meet time-travelling artist Montague Black and other drop in activities for children of all ages. FREE with normal admission. www.ltmuseum.co.uk
Details correct at time of print. Please check with the organisers before booking or setting
Broomwood Girls Prep, Clapham
Eaton House The Manor, Clapham Fulham Cross Girls' School, Fulham
What are we baking for Easter?
Easter Nest Cupcakes
With the Easter school holidays approaching, there’s sure to be some time for some celebratory baking (and eating!) with the kids. So get your aprons on and head for the kitchen with this yummy Waitrose recipe in hand.
Makes 12 Prepare 15 mins Cooks 20 mins
Ingredients
• 125g Stork Original Spread
• 125g Waitrose Golden Caster Sugar
• 2 British Blacktail Large Free Range Eggs, beaten
• 75g Food Thoughts Cacao Melts Fine Dark Chocolate Discs, roughly snapped
• 75g white chocolate, roughly chopped
• 270g Cadbury Chocolate Icing
• 120g miniature chocolate eggs
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C, gas mark 4. Line a 12-hole muffin tray with paper cases.
2. In a medium bowl, use a wooden spoon to beat together the Stork and the golden caster sugar. In a separate bowl or jug, combine the eggs and milk, then beat into the Stork and golden caster sugar. Sift in the flour and cocoa, then mix to combine. Fold in the snapped cacao chocolate melts and chopped white chocolate. Divide between cake cases.
3. Bake for 18-20 minutes until risen and cooked through (test to see if a skewer inserted in a cake comes out clean). Allow to cool in the muffin tray for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. When cool, push the icing into a piping bag. Using the star nozzle release the icing. Start at the centre of each cupcake and swirl around, so you finish with a clear circle around the edge of each cupcake. Top with three little chocolate eggs.
How gardens help children grow
After a long winter of busy schedules and too much screen time, many families are ready to step outside and reconnect. Spending time in nature has proven benefits for children’s mental, emotional and physical wellbeing – and this Easter, Chelsea Physic Garden offers the perfect place to do just that. Green spaces help reduce stress, lift mood and spark curiosity, while outdoor exploration builds confidence, resilience and creativity.
As part of the Garden’s 2026 theme, Folklore Re:Rooted, families can follow a seasonal Easter Trail that invites children to discover plant stories, spring traditions and hidden corners of the Garden. Walking the trail together encourages gentle movement, shared moments and meaningful family time.
With fresh air, colourful blooms and space to roam, Chelsea Physic Garden feels like a peaceful escape in the heart of the city - an easy, feel-good Easter day out your family will remember long after the weekend ends.
Find out more and book your tickets at www.chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk
School’s Out Holiday Club Playscheme: Located in the heart of Balham and close to transport links, School’s Out Club offers amazing value, with a range of sports, drama, arts & crafts, cookery, day trips, with breakfast and tea included! Day trips to parks, museums and the beach! Sports consisting of Football, Tag Rugby, Cricket, Hockey, Sports Hall Athletics and Multi Skills. No additional costs for trips or activities. Sign up for a day or an entire week.
Location: Balham, Ravenstone Primary School Age range: 3 to 11
Dates: Easter Holiday: 30th March - 2nd April, 7th April - 10th April 2026
Dates: May Half Term Holiday: 25th - 29th May 2026
Dates: Summer Holiday Club 20th - 24th July, 27th July - 31st July, 3rd - 7th August 10th August - 14th August, 17th August - 21st August, 24th August - 28th August 2026
Dates: October Half Term Holiday: 26th - 30th October 2026
Cost: Full day: £31.50 Full week: £126.00
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All details are as provided when going to press, however in case of changes, do double-check before setting out, and please mention Families SW when you book!
SPECIAL EVENTS
Adventure aboard Cutty Sark this Easter
Set sail for a swashbuckling family day out on this world-famous ship, with hands-on crafts perfect for little sailors. Meet colourful characters from the ship’s past, including the fearless Captain Woodget and hear stories of life aboard the fastest ship of its time. Explore the main deck, take the helm at the wheel and enjoy interactive games charting Cutty Sark’s journeys - a perfect adventure for the whole family. Book your visit at www.rmg.co.uk/families
The Baby Show London ExCel, Royal Victoria Dock E16 1XL www.thebabyshow.co.uk 6-8 March
Complete with hundreds of exhibitors, exclusive show offers, an abundance of celebrity appearances, expert advice and the opportunity to try before you buy, The Baby Show has everything you need for bump, baby and beyond.
St Patrick’s Day Festival Trafalgar Square WC2N 5DNl www.london.gov.uk 15 March
Celebrate the many contributions the Irish community have made to our great city. A multitude of green takes over central London for a spectacular parade with exciting floats, marching bands, dance troupes and pageantry. FREE
The South Ken Kids Festival French Institute Queensbury Place SW7 2DT www.institut-francais.org.uk/festivalsand-series/south-ken-kids-festival 16-24 March
The French Institute throws open its doors to all readers, young and old, to enjoy children’s and young adults’ literature, comic books, graphic novels, films and music. The programme includes storytelling, live drawing, workshops, author talks, screenings, concerts and book signings - all welcome!
Gozzle Trail at WWT London Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes, London, SW13 9WT www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/london
21 March-31 May
A self-led Gozzle trail, inspired by the Macmillan children’s book, Gozzle, with illustrated trail boards available every day across the site, encouraging children to explore wetlands at their own pace while learning more about these vital habitats.
Gozzle Activities at WWT London
28 March-12 April
Hands-on activities inspired by Gozzle, the new picture book from Macmillan Children’s Books including vet checks, storytelling sessions from the new Gozzle book and pond dipping. Enjoy the Gozzle Vet Check, a fun, interactive
experience which invites children to step into the role of WWT vets and carry out a health check on a toy goose. Ages 5-8 but suitable for younger children when accompanied by an adult.
Easter Adventures at Morden Hall Park
Morden Hall Road, Morden, SM4 5JD www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london /morden-hall-park
1-6 April
Follow the egg-stra special 10-point Easter trail, packed with egg-themed games and playful challenges for the whole family. Croque-egg anyone? Prices are £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg. *Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.
The Ideal Home Show
Olympia London, Hammersmith Road W14 8UX
www.idealhomeshow.co.uk
10-19 April
A must-visit event for anyone planning home renovations and DIY projects, big or small. Pick expert brains with live demos, talks and masterclasses alongside hundreds of exhibitors. Quacky Races at Morden Hall Park Morden Hall Road, Morden, SM4 5JD www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/london /morden-hall-park
18 Apr
Join in one of the Park’s most popular traditions and help raise valuable funds for its care. Your £2.50 entry sponsors a numbered plastic duck in the race down the River Wandle. Pick your duck, cheer it on, and see if it crosses the finish line first! 11am-3pm.
Easter Family Day at Brixton Windmill Blenheim Gardens SW2 5DA www.brixtonwindmill.org
29 March
Don’t miss the children’s treasure hunt and family day in Windmill Gardens. There’s a chocolate treat to find (£3 suggested donation) from 1.30pm. Free Easter themed craft workshops will run at the centre all afternoon. The windmill will be open for guided tours from 1pm to 5pm (£5 per person).
Compiled by Robina Cowan
Ideal Home Show
Morden Hall Park
WWT London
WWT London
Brixton Windmill
Photo: Jim Johnstone
Photo: Jim Johnstone
Adelphi Theatre
Strand WC2R 0NS www.backtothefuturemusical.com
Ongoing
Back To The Future: The Musical
A thrilling theatrical experience, featuring smash-hit songs from the movie. Book your tickets yesterday! Ages 6+.
Cambridge Theatre
Earlham Street WC2H 9HU www.lwtheatres.co.uk/theatres/cambr
idge
Ongoing
Matilda the Musical
The story of an extraordinary little girl who dares to take a stand and change her own destiny, in the multi-awardwinning musical from the Shakespeare Company. Ages 6+.
The Exchange
London Road, Twickenham TW1 1BE www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk
1 April
The Zoo That Comes to You
Discover more about animal conservation is a show featuring puppetry, live music and unforgettable characters. Ages 5+.
10 April
A Big Egg
A playful, vibrant musical adventure packed with puppetry, sung-along songs and award-winning animation. Ages 2-8.
With a sensational score, including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick-a-Pocket or Two, I’d Do Anything, Oom Pah Pah, As Long As He Needs Me and many more, Lionel Bart’s masterpiece vividly brings to life Dickens’ ever-popular story of the boy who asked for more.
Gillian Lynne Theatre
Drury Lane WC2B 5PW www.lwtheatres.co.uk
Ongoing
My Neighbour Totoro
An enchanting coming-of-age story exploring the magical fantasy world of childhood and the transformative power of imagination, as it follows one extraordinary summer in the lives of sisters Satsuki and Mei. Ages 6+.
Kings Place York Way N1 9AG www.kingsplace.co.uk
14 March
Megson Family Folk Show
The award-winning folk duo Megson blend their infectious mix of heavenly vocals and lush harmonies into a gentle,
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entertaining concert specially for younger children, featuring children’s folk songs old and new. Ages 0-8.
Little Angel Theatre
Dagmar Passage N1 2DN www.littleangeltheatre.com
Until 21 March
A Squash and a Squeeze
Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage! Based on the original book A Squash and a Squeeze – written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Ages 3-8.
Until 19 April
The Everywhere Bear
The Everywhere Bear has a wonderful time with the children in Class One, but one day he gets more than he bargained for when he falls unnoticed from a backpack and embarks on his own big adventure! Ages 3-8.
Until 9 May
I Want My Hat Back
Jon Klassen’s beloved ‘Hat’ books have found a new life of their own LIVE on stage. All your favourites including Bear, Little Fish and the Turtles make an appearance in this one-of-a-kind trilogy. Ages 3-6.
17 May - 19 July
Toto The Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape
Meet Toto. She might look like an ordinary cat, but she’s no ordinary feline. Almost completely blind, Toto has incredible ninja skills, a big heart, and a nose for adventure! Dermot O’Leary’s best-selling children’s book comes alive with music, laugh-out-loud fun, and extraordinary puppetry. Ages 5+.
Lyceum Theatre
Wellington Street WC2E 7RQ www.thelionking.co.uk
Ongoing
Disney’s The Lion King
As the sun rises on the plains of the Serengeti, watch in awe as giraffes, gazelles and birds bring the story of Simba to life in a theatrical spectacle unlike any other. Ages 6+.
Museum of Comedy
Bloomsbury Way WC1A 2SR www.museumofcomedy.com
28+29 March, 25+26 April
James Campbell’s Comedy for Kids: Reducks!
Stand-up for children in a new show which may include exploding penguins, seventeen ways to eat jam and songs to sing to the worms in your dog’s bottom! Ages 6+.
New Wimbledon Theatre
The Broadway SW19 1QG www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-
wimbledon-theatre 1-2 April
The Princess and The Pea
When a young Prince is in search of a bride, his mother, The Queen, is on the lookout for a real Princess. This gorgeous production mixes the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company’s signature crystal clear narrative, fantastic dancing, beautiful costumes and lovely music to enthral children and families. Ages 2+.
Palace Theatre
Cambridge Circus W1D 5AY www.nimaxtheatres.com
Until 26 July
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Twenty years after Harry, Ron, and Hermione saved the wizarding world, they’re joined by a brave new generation that has only just arrived at the legendary Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in an extraordinary new adventure. Ages 8+.
Peacock Theatre
Portugal Street WC2A 2HT
www.sadlerswells.com 3-11 April
English National Ballet: Cinderella
With a narrator to help the young audience follow the story, and a shortened, recorded version of Prokofiev’s ravishing score, this is the perfect introduction to ballet, and a fantastic family day out. Ages 3+.
Picturehouse Cinemas
Clapham, Fulham Road and West Norwood
www.picturehouses.com
Sit back and enjoy a big-screen film in a cinema that welcomes families. Sessions include Watch with Baby, Toddler Time, Autism-friendly and a weekly Kids Club.
Polka Theatre
The Broadway SW19 1SB www.polkatheatre.com
13-15 March
Kish Kush
Two strangers meet for the first time. They speak different languages but share an intrigue and longing to understand
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one another. Experience a gentle show which celebrates cultural differences. Ages 3-8.
18-29 March
Cinderella Ice Cream Seller
Get your dessert spoons ready for a tale of perseverance, princes, palace balls, glass slippers and ice cream in a new musical for families and children. Ages 5-10.
25 March - 12 April
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Little Angel Theatre bring Michael Rosen’s delightful tale to life with puppets, music and song. Ages 3-7. 1-21 April
The Shivers
A fox, a pigeon, and a secret agent are on a mission to save the world, but everything is not what it seems. This high-octane action-comedy opens the door for grown-ups and children to talk about misinformation, fake news, and keeping safe online. Ages 7-11.
The story of the most famous race on earth is beautifully brought to life using marionettes in a production for all the family, also featuring many other tales from the famed storyteller Aesop. Ages 4-10.
Richmond Theatre
The Green, Richmond TW9 1QJ www.atgtickets.com
3 May
Ministry of Science LIVE - Science Saved the World!
Dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in - with a few loud bangs along the way! Ages 6+.
Riverside Studios Queen Caroline Street W6 9BN
www.aliceinwonderlandlive.com
27 March - 12 April
Alice in Wonderland
This family favourite brings Lewis Carroll’s delightful chaos to life with enchanting puppets and a kaleidoscope of colourful sets and costumes, promising to transport audiences into the fantastical world of Wonderland. Ages 5+.
Rose Theatre
High Street Kingston KT1 1HL www.rosetheatre.org
1-12 April
The Enormous Crocodile
Snap up your tickets for the mischievous musical based on Roald Dahl’s ribtickling book, featuring puppets and toetapping tunes. Ages 3+.
Royal Festival Hall
Southbank SE1 8XX www.southbankcentre.co.uk
Until 20 March
Rug Rhymes
Get cosy while National Poetry Library puppets Federico and Firebird share some of their favourite poems, nursery rhymes and rhyming stories. Ages 0-5.
Until 12 Apr
REPLAY
Explore a limitless world of play, invention and imagination in a recycled playground for children and their grown-ups. Part installation, part adventure playground, REPLAY is a space built entirely out of waste materials repurposed for fun by The Herd Theatre. Ages 6 months – 11 years.
Royal Opera House
Bow Street WC2E 9DD www.roh.org.uk
Various dates
Family Sundays
Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family.
Sadler’s Wells Theatre
Midnight in the Toyshop arrives in London
This April, Midnight in the Toyshop arrives in the West End for a limited run of magical family fun. As midnight strikes, the toyshop bursts into life and an unforgettable adventure unfolds.
Packed with catchy songs, dazzling dances and heart-warming storytelling, Midnight in the Toyshop is a delightful musical the whole family will adore. Running during the Easter holidays from 7 to 12 April at St. Martin's Theatre, WC2H 9NZ. Duration: 1 hour. Suitable for ages 3+. Book at toyshop.show
Rosebery Avenue EC1R 4TN www.sadlerswells.com
Last Friday of each month
Family Fridays
Dance workshops for accompanied children, facilitated by a freelance lead and supporting artist and managed by the Learning & Engagement Department. Ages 2-4, all abilities.
St Martin’s Theatre West Street WC2H 9NZ www.perform.org.uk/shows/midnightin-the-toyshop www.stmartinstheatre.co.uk
7-12 April Midnight in the Toyshop
Step inside a magical toyshop where toys spring to life as the clock strikes midnight… but their world is under threat. Packed with catchy songs, dazzling dances and heart-warming storytelling, Perform Productions’ Midnight in the Toyshop is an enchanting mini-musical for families. Ages 3+.
Theatre Royal Drury Lane WC2B 5JF www.lwtheatres.co.uk/whats-on/ Ongoing
Disney’s Hercules
Get ready for a wise-cracking, columnshaking, underworld-rocking musical ride of adventure and self-discovery. In tunics. Missing it would be a Greek tragedy!
Ages 6+
Unicorn Theatre
Tooley Street SE1 2HZ www.unicorntheatre.com
21 March – 3 May
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Desperate to escape their unhappy fates, young lovers Demetrius, Lysander, Helena and Hermia flee Athens for the moonlit woods. Tumble into a dream world where illusion and reality are hilariously confused. Ages 7+.
22 March – 12 April
Your Toys
What do Buzz Lightyear, Barbie and that stray Lego piece from behind the fridge have in common? They’re all setting off on a wild journey together as Slot Machine Theatre bring their extraordinary puppetry skills to a show like no other –where every character is one of your very own toys! Ages 5-9.
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Battersea Power Station
Nine Elms SW11 8DD www.batterseapowerstation.co.uk
Ongoing
Jurassic World: The Experience
Get ready for roars, thrills and some seriously prehistoric excitement in a world where Velociraptors roam and Trex rules. An epic, family-friendly adventure like no other!
Daily Lift 109
Elevate your views and senses and rise up within a Power Station tower for stunning 360-degree views of London’s skyline.
British Library
Euston Road NW1 2DB www.bl.uk
27 March-23 August Fairy Tales
Take your family on a magical adventure in a new interactive exhibition! Explore enchanted lands, magical creatures, iconic characters and timeless tales, brought to life through books, theatre costumes, puppets, pop-ups, artwork and illustrations. Ages 3+.
The British Museum
Great Russell Street WC1B 3GD www.britishmuseum.org
Until 4 May Samurai
Much of what we think we know about samurai is invented tradition. Discover the reality behind a millennium of myth at this sweeping exhibition on the legendary Japanese warriors.
Brixton Windmill
Blenheim Gardens SW2 5DA www.brixtonwindmill.org
28-29 March, 11-12 April Open Days
Explore the special landmark with guides, storytelling, visitors’ cafe, shop and children’s playground in the gardens.
Help Paddington and the Brown family prepare for a very special Marmalade Day Festival! Step into a full-sized train carriage for a journey filled with the sights and sounds of London, fairground games, dancing - and marmalade of course!
Cutty Sark
King William Walk SE10 9HT www.rmg.co.uk/cuttysark
Monthly weekends
Family Fun Weekends
Climb aboard for family-friendly workshops and activities for all ages on the first weekend of every month.
7+8 March Sea Shanty Singers
Cutty Sark’s resident sea shanty groups
Swinging the Lead and The HogEye Men transform the famous tea clipper's 'Tween Deck with the harmonies of sea shanties, traditional working songs. Come along to hear this enduring maritime tradition brought to life.
Fulham Palace
Bishop's Avenue SW6 6EA www.fulhampalace.org
25 April Little Green Fingers
Explore the wonderful world of growing vegetables and flowers, from planting seeds to harvesting your own veggies and blooms. The beautiful walled garden hosts a day of learning and adventure. Ages 5-7 plus grown-ups.
Fulham Pier
Stevenage Road SW6 6HH www.fulhampier.com
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Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon at Riverside Market with family entertainment which changes week to week. 12pm-5pm, free.
Family learning session where participants will decorate recycled coffee cups and plant chilli seeds to grow at home. 11am-12.30pm, ages 3+, free.
Hever Castle
Kent TN8 7NG www.hevercastle.co.uk
14+15 March Mother’s Day Weekend
The historic Castle and its awardwinning, extensive grounds are the perfect place both to say thank you and to enjoy a special family day out. Enjoy a spot of gift shopping, browse the Castle’s wide and varied selection of seasonal plants, tuck into local food and drink then let off steam in three play areas.
28 March – 19 April
The Great Dragon Hunt
Embark on a daring quest to find dragon eggs hidden deep in the Castle grounds, where fascinating facts reveal the secret word puzzle, with a prize at the end. Let off steam in three play areas to complete your day out.
3-6 April Dragon Weekend
Make your way to the Castle Forecourt for an unforgettable encounter and a fiery photo with Inferno the dragon. During a daily craft activity, adventurers will also be able to design and make their very own Dragon Shield, which can then be carried on their quest to locate dragon eggs.
Horniman Museum and Gardens London Road SE23 3PQ www.horniman.ac.uk
19 April Horniman Spring Fair
Join in with seasonal fun and games at the Horniman’s annual Spring Fair. There’ll be live music, crafts, street food, bubbles, traditional fete games and lots more. Bring your best hat and join the Easter bonnet parade, and discover more about what the natural world is getting up to in spring.
Ongoing Voyage to the Deep: Underwater Adventures
Embark on an extraordinary underwater adventure inspired by Jules Verne’s ‘20,000 Leagues Under the Seas’. Explore uncharted waters, fantastical sea creatures and play your way through the hidden marvels of life beneath the waves.
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Lightroom
Lewis Cubitt Square N1C 4DY www.lightroom.uk
Until 8 March The Moonwalkers
Tom Hanks narrates a 50-minute immersive experience, taking audiences from launch pad to the lunar surface and back again. The show is both educational and inspirational as an accessible, cosmic experience for all ages.
London Museum Docklands
West India Quay E14 4AL www.londonmuseum.org.uk
Soft play, role-play, tunnel-building, interactive trails and more keep families busy at London Museum Docklands.
14 March Craft & Chill
Drop in to this relaxed and welcoming space for families. Read books, play, draw and take part in craft activities inspired by identity and belonging – the choice is yours. 11am-3.30pm, ages 4+, free.
Various dates
Great Fire of London family walk
We’ve all heard of the Great Fire of 1666. But was the baker of Pudding Lane to blame? And what did Samuel Pepys bury in his garden? Find out on a 60-minute interactive walk for children of primary school age and their families.
Shop like a Victorian
Take a stroll through history in an atmospheric recreated Victorian street. Check out the wares at the toy shop or see where gentlemen might have had their beards shaved in a real Victorian barbershop.
London Transport Museum
Covent Garden Piazza, London, WC2E 7BB
www.ltmuseum.co.uk
28 March-6 April Future London
Step into the future this Easter with a day of creativity, discovery and fun for the whole family! What will London look like in 100 years and how will we travel? Take part in fun family activities, creating your own visions of London in 2126. Hands-on craft activities, design the skyline, meet time-travelling artist Montague Black and other drop in activities for children of all ages. Free with normal admission. Kids go free!
Museum of Brands Lancaster Road W11 1QT
www.museumofbrands.com
This is history through the things that generations of families have thrown away. Take a Time Tunnel journey back through childhood memories for a fascinating insight into how we have lived since Victorian times.
The National Archives Kew TW9 4DU
www.nationalarchives.gov.uk
Until 12 April Happy & Glorious
See artwork commissioned for the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla in 2023, on public display for the first time.
National Maritime Museum Romney Road, Greenwich SE10 9NF www.rmg.co.uk
14 March SENsory Sailors
A monthly session for families with children with special educational needs and disabilities, led by a SEND specialist. Natural History Museum Cromwell Road SW7 5BD www.nhm.ac.uk
Until 30 August
Our Story with David Attenborough Immerse yourself in the epic tale of people and planet in a 50-minute, 360° experience presented by Sir David Attenborough. The surrounding walls and floor burst into life, depicting life on our planet as it evolved over billions of years. Ages 8+.
Ongoing Visions of Nature
Don a mixed reality headset and venture a century into the future, interacting with virtual plants and creatures. Ages 8+.
20 March + 10 April Dino Snores for Kids
Spend a night amongst the museum’s incredible collections, with an evening of awesome learning activities before bedtime, and breakfast in the morning. Ages 7-11.
Pop Brixton
Brixton Station Road SW9 8PQ www.popbrixton.org
8 March + 12 April Fly-Kid Family Party Fly-Kid is all about fun, music, and making memories together. With live DJs and the best tracks from the ‘80s to now, expect confetti, games, giant dancing mascots, prizes and more!
The Postal Museum
Phoenix Place WC1X 0DA www.postalmuseum.org
Ride through hidden tunnels and discover stories of Britain’s postal heritage. The museum is packed with incredible objects, exciting stories and fun-filled interactive displays. The Postal Play Space has sackloads of indoor play fun for under 8s.
Until January 2027
The Jolly Postman Exhibition
Meet the Jolly Postman – off on his rounds with letters for some very familiar faces, from Goldilocks to the Big Bad Wolf, through an exhibition celebrating the much-loved children’s book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg.
Science Museum
Exhibition Road SW7 2DD www.sciencemuseum.org.uk
Book your free entry ticket for a fun-filled family day out. You could step onto a Marvel filmset, discover the spectacular science of Versailles, take a familyfriendly trail or pop along to a volunteerled tour.
6+13 March, 24 April Astronights
Join a sleepover like no other at the Science Museum. Astronights include exciting science shows and hands-on workshops, as well as the chance to see the museum after dark. Ages 7-11.
Daily ‘Space’ gallery
See iconic spacecraft and out-of-thisworld objects in an exciting new free gallery, filled with remarkable exhibits that celebrate both the first space age and the future of space exploration.
Daily Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery
Fuel your little one’s imagination by immersing yourselves in a world of wonder in the most spectacular interactive gallery in the world. Ages 7-14.
Daily Who am I?
What makes you smarter than a chimp? What makes you smile? What makes you, you? Explore the science of who you are through intriguing objects, provocative artworks and hands-on exhibits.
Shakespeare’s Globe New Globe Walk SE1 9DT www.shakespearesglobe.com
28 Mar-11 Apr
Romeo and Juliet Workshops
Bring Shakespeare’s riveting love story to life through fun and practical family workshops which incorporate games and activities. Families with children aged 9-11. Until 28 May Twelfth Night Workshops
Shakespeare’s whirlwind comedy comes to life through fun and practical family workshops which incorporate games and activities. Families with children aged 5-8 and 9-11.
Wellcome Collection
Euston Road NW1 2BE www.wellcomecollection.org
Ongoing Being Human
Featuring 50 artworks and objects, Being Human explores Genetics, Minds & Bodies, Infection, and Environmental Breakdown. Discover a refugee astronaut carrying their belongings to an unknown destination, listen to an epidemic jukebox, and watch a fast-food outlet slowly flood.
Explore the museum using all your senses in a unique hands-on way, designed to be accessible to all.
WWT London Wetland Centre
Queen Elizabeth Walk SW13 9WT www.wwt.org.uk/wetlandcentres/london
Ongoing. Explore and play in nature, surrounded by beautiful habitats and wildlife. The centre’s waterplay park features a water tunnel, multiple spurts
and fountains, interactive puddles and more!
Young V&A
Cambridge Heath Road E2 9PA
www.vam.ac.uk
Ongoing Inside Aardman: Wallace & Gromit and Friends
Discover how Aardman’s iconic characters and worlds are brought to life. Exhibits include never-before-seen models, early character sketches, concept art, puppets, character ‘bibles’, props, scripts, set models and several optical illusion toys, plus early examples of stop-motion animation.
Nestled within the Gallery’s beautiful Sculpture Garden, the ArtPlay Pavilion offers sensory-rich activities inspired by the elements—sunlight, water, wind, and earth. Slide through sunbeams, swing among the clouds and rest on soft, sculptural forms created in response to classic paintings in the Gallery. Designed for comfort and calm, ages up to 8, book first.
Frameless Immersive Art Marble Arch Place W1H 7AP www.frameless.com
Ongoing
Step inside art itself on a journey through four distinct, immersive galleries. Each one features larger-than-life, screened masterpieces from some of the world’s greatest artists including Cezanne, Kandinsky, Monet, Dali, Van Gogh, Canaletto, Rembrandt and Klimt. Family tickets available.
The National Gallery Trafalgar Square WC2N 5DN www.nationalgallery.org.uk
The National Gallery is home to one of the greatest collections of paintings in the world. With a dedicated family space at weekends and holidays, there’s a place to connect, play and find out more about some of your favourite paintings.
National Portrait Gallery
St Martin’s Place WC2H 0HE www.npg.org.uk
The Gallery is all about people, for people, with portraits spanning centuries. Families are welcome: free activity trails and sensory backpacks give children fun and playful ways to explore the collection.
Vibrant new works from one of Britain’s most influential living artists. The selection includes his 90m long frieze ‘A year in Normandie’; inspired by the Bayeaux Tapestry.
Somerset House Strand WC2R 1LA www.somersethouse.org.uk
A beautiful central location encompassing the Courtauld Collection of post-impressionist art. On Saturdays, join a family-friendly tour and explore the Gallery’s exciting history.
South London Gallery Peckham Road SE5 8UH www.southlondongallery.org
Saturdays
Family Space
On the last Saturday of every month, the gallery hosts FREE children’s art activities.
Tate Britain Millbank SW1P 4RG www.tate.org.uk
Tate Britain displays explore 500 years of British art and its many stories and voices.
Weekends and school holidays
Play Studio
A free space for families to play, make and create together.
Tate Modern Bankside SE1 9TG www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-modern
An exciting space displaying modern and contemporary art from around the world. Visit the Welcome Room to choose an activity for your family to enjoy together in the galleries, including a free sketchbook.
Wallace Collection
Hertford House W1U 3BN www.wallacecollection.org
28 March and Monthly Hands on Armour: Mail Order Try on real and replica armour with monthly Hands on Armour activities for families. Ages 5+.
Baby Rhyme Time
Wandsworth Libraries
www.tinyurl.com/wxbanvwn
Monday and Tuesday mornings come alive in libraries across Wandsworth borough, with sessions just for the littlest ones and their grownups.
Bach to Baby Concerts
Various venues
www.bachtobaby.com
Critically-acclaimed live classical concerts for babies and their grownups. Babies are welcome to ‘join in’ with as much noise as they like!
Bring Your Baby Tours
Various venues
www.bringyourbaby.org
Even the tiniest babies can enjoy London’s history. Bring Your Baby organises guided historical walks around London neighbourhoods, with a stop for lunch and baby change.
Bring Your Own Baby Comedy Various venues www.byobcomedy.com
Various dates
A funny, friendly afternoon of top comedy, where baby can come too and join in with the rumpus. Shows feature a new line up of comedians each month with two acts plus a compere. Ages: under 12 months with their grown-ups.
Take your little one on a journey through the Gallery to discover people, places and animals in paintings, followed by a ‘messy play’ art-making activity. Ages under 5, book first. Fulham Palace
Bishop's Avenue SW6 6EA www.fulhampalace.org
25 April
Little Green Fingers
Explore the wonderful world of growing vegetables and flowers, from planting seeds to harvesting your own veggies and blooms. The beautiful walled garden hosts a day of learning and adventure. Ages 3-4 plus grown-ups. The Exchange London Road, Twickenham TW1 1BE www.exchangetwickenham.co.uk
Monthly dates
Baby Cinema
Showing films for the grown-ups in relaxed morning screenings where babies are welcome. Babies up to 15 months.
London Museum Docklands West India Quay E14 4AL www.londonmuseum.org.uk
Monthly dates
Tots at the Docks
Free and fun themed monthly play sessions for accompanied under 4s.
London Transport Museum
Covent Garden Piazza WC2E 7BB www.ltmuseum.co.uk
Daily
All Aboard Playzone
Little ones love playing drivers, mechanics, announcers and cleaners on their own buses, trains and boats. There’s a mini Lost Property office and cafe, an interactive wall and building blocks to play with. Ages 0-7.
Lyric Hammersmith Theatre
King Street W6 0QL www.lyric.co.uk
2-5 March
Dear Zoo
Rod Campbell’s best-selling lift the flap book leaps onstage with child-engaging puppets, music and audience interaction. Ages 2+.
National Portrait Gallery
St Martin’s Place WC2H 0HE www.npg.org.uk
18 March, 15 April
Little Explorers
Free monthly sessions with stories, songs and making activities in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Under 5s, book first.
Natural History Museum
Exhibition Road SW7 5BD www.nhm.ac.uk
Every other Tuesday
Adventure Babies
Sensory storytelling classes brought to you by award-winning Adventure Babies, filled with sensory props, magical stories, singing and messy play. Ages 0-4.
Various dates
Bring Your Own Baby
A series of baby-friendly nature talks, created for inquisitive grown-ups looking for something to do with underones in tow.
Polka Theatre
The Broadway SW19 1SB www.polkatheatre.com 22-26 April
Laaunch!
Stellar adventurers Dot, Dash and Minim lead an interactive and rhythmical journey of physical exploration, strength, excitement and determination that requires the expertise of your baby. Ages 0-12 months.
29 April - 3 May
A Tale of Us
A brand new play for parents and their babies. Join Ivy and her little one on a funny, frank and magical journey through their first year of life together, blending drama and multi-sensory playtime. Ages 0-18 months.
Sadler’s Wells Theatre
Rosebery Avenue EC1R 4TN www.sadlerswells.com
27 March
Family Freestyle
Dance together and have fun with your little one in a monthly workshop run by professional dance artists. Ages 2-4.
Compiled by Robina Cowan
Open Morning Saturday 9th May 9:30am–11:30am
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