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CONTENTS
Welcome
In this issue
The long summer holiday is nearly here, bringing with it both the prospect of holidays and fun with the family – and the challenge of keeping the kids entertained for six weeks!
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Well, Families has you covered. We have plenty of low-cost summer entertainment ideas and screen-free projects for the kids in this issue.
Summer days out
10 Summer activities 13 Clubs & classes 17 Camps 19 What’s On 28 Back to school
We hate to mention the words ‘school’ at this time of year so all we will say is – September is (unfortunately) closer than you think so keep the necessary preparations in mind. Check out our recommendations for school bags and pencil cases for the new school year.
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Finally, in this issue, we have loads of giveaways including cool kids’ backpacks and copies of the book Helping your Child Cope with Change. By applying, you’ll also ensure you continue to receive this wonderful magazine!
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SUMMER DAYS OUT
New family attraction in Hounslow
Join Junior Wetland Rangers for free
Check out Hounslow Golf Park, an exciting new entertainment complex, set over twenty five acres and perfect for children of all ages.
Do you have what it takes to help the WWT team care for the beautiful wetlands and wildlife at the WWT London Wetland Centre in Barnes and help save wetland nature?
Volcano Island Adventure Golf Not one, but two huge 18hole Adventure Golf courses! One course snakes around an enormous erupting volcano; the other winds under waterfalls, over bridges and through vegetation. Prepare for incredible life-size, moving dinosaurs! Games Range A double-decker golf driving range with arcade-like virtual games. Screen games with the healthy physicality of hitting golf balls! KnockAbout 9 For beginners and improvers, 9 holes of informal golfing fun. Borrow a club and putter for FREE!
Then why not become a Junior Wetland Ranger and put your skills to the test? As a Junior Wetland Ranger, your animal knowledge, mess cleaning and more will be tested to see if you’re up to the task! Join Top Trainer, Sam Feather and Rookie Ranger, Charlie Beak in these fun, free interactive family sessions, taking place daily from 23 July to 2 September at 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm and 3pm. Suitable for ages 5-11. First come, first served.
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Afterwards, explore the London Wetland Centre’s wild reserve with the Junior Wetland Rangers trail card and discover what makes wetlands amazing!
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SUMMER DAYS OUT
Summer Jousting Tournament at Hever!
Enjoy Summer at Brooklands Museum
Prepare for exciting medieval action, stunts, falls and fights galore this summer at Hever Castle. The annual Summer Jousting Tournaments will begin on 16 and 17 July and continue on all Saturdays and Sundays until 29 August.
Look no further than Brooklands Museum this summer to keep everyone entertained!
Join Henry VIII, Anne Boleyn and the Knights of Royal England in the procession to the jousting arena where the Knights of Royal England will be entertaining visitors with exhilarating displays in an authentic arena complete with a Royal Box. Battling it out in the saddle and on foot, in one-toone combat, the valiant knights will then compete for points to find this season’s ultimate champion.
Step back in time at Brooklands Years Relived on 9 July celebrating the best of Brooklands’ motorsport, aviation and social history. Dress to impress in your finest vintage outfits – with prizes up for grabs! Then enjoy Brooklands’ Summer Fete running throughout the school holidays. Sample traditional games, problem-solving trails, pedal planes/cars, building LEGO race cars at the McLaren exhibit and vintage car/bus rides. Daily BBQ available, cafe or bring your own picnic.
Bring a blanket or watch the joust in style from the medieval spectator stands (£2 per seat. First come, first served). Then choose which knight to support and cheer them loudly on to certain glory!
The much-loved Emergency Services Day returns to the Museum on 11 September. Say thank you to some of the heroes of our country and explore emergency services vehicles. Look out for Skye, Marshall and Chase from PAW Patrol at intervals throughout the day.
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SUMMER DAYS OUT
Days out – put the kids in charge!
There are so many advantages to this including increased confidence for your kids and less brain work for you!
Benefits
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Builds confidence that can then be applied in other areas eg school morning routines.
Set a budget and be clear what it covers eg entry fees, travel costs and food.
Provides valuable source of additional thinking and planning for you!
Spell everything out. Make sure they understand exactly what they are being asked to do.
Research and planning
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Ensure they gather all relevant information eg opening times, entry fees, travelling times etc.
Let them navigate, whether that’s using a phone, map, tube map or street directory.
Suggest they plan the day including time for departure, arrival, journey and food breaks.
Be tolerant; making mistakes is all part of the learning.
Allows kids to exercise independence and test their abilities.
Offer incentives such as bonus spending money for any savings they achieve.
Put ONE child in charge. Others will get their turn IF they cooperate with their sibling.
Try to back off and not interfere too much but be there in case guidance or intervention is needed.
Keep it up Build on the confidence your child has gained by introducing new family responsibilities. Get them to plan the weekly dinner menu or help draw up the shopping list. Start a fun day out ideas jar that everyone contributes to. Pull one out every weekend or holidays.
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Small and caring pre-school in Hampton Ages 2 to 5 Teaches Early Years Foundation Stage. Curriculum and Montessori Method.
For a prospectus or to visit, call Julia on 020 8335 0666 / 07939 838 991 or email juliasmontessori@aol.com July/August 9
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Free printable activities for all ages
Solve the “I’m bored!” problem - remember to take a stash of these with you when your family is out and about!
Seaside Holiday Activities
Stargazing Live Activity Pack
The Usborne Unworry Pack
Including word searches, I Spy Seaside and more.
Activities to explore the night sky from the BBC Stargazing LIVE team.
Collection of fun, mindful activities to help children calm their minds.
Road Trip Games
There Once is a Queen Jubilee Activity Pack
My Holiday Book
Fun-packed games including bingo, word search and maze.
Reading Reward Chart
Encourage the kids to keep reading during the holidays with this chart. 10 July/August
Celebrate Jubilee year with this activity pack.
Ladybird Activity Pack
Bumper activity pack with over thirty pages of fun.
Fun games and activities to entertain kids ages 3-5 on holiday.
Puffin Activity Pack
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Low-cost summer fun Something different
Out and about
Enjoy a wild swim When it warms up, take a dip at your local wild swimming spot. Let’s fish! The Canal and River Trust is running free fishing expert guided taster sessions. Borrow a doggy Join Borrow My Doggy to bond with a dog in need of love while their owners are at work. Free tennis coaching and court usage The LTA is running free tennis sessions or coaching at venues across Britain.
Cinema deals Odeon and Cineworld will be running kids’ screenings with tickets priced from £3.25. Hop on board the train. Have a rail adventure. Visit somewhere new on the cheap using a Family and Friends Railcard. Visit a pet store Kids will enjoy checking out the pets for sale. Some stores run animal handling sessions and other activities. Pick your own berries Gather a heap of juicy strawberries, raspberries or other summer fruit.
Fresh air
Safer sleeping outside for little ones!
Join in National Play Day Join in one of hundreds of community events that celebrate the importance of play. Go fly a kite! Cheap and easy to buy or you can even make your own. Read up on tips about how to fly them. Find the Gruffalo There are themed walks based on the books up and down the country. Woodland adventure Explore your nearest woodland, enjoy adventure play, off-road cycling and create a den.
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SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Best holiday activity books for kids Want something to occupy the kids on the plane, train, in a café or restaurant or if they just need a quiet ten minutes? You can’t go past these brilliant activity and sticker books.
What the Ladybird Heard on Holiday Sticker Book
Dinosaurium Activity Book
The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Nature Sticker and Colouring Book
Find Tom in Time
Never Get Bored Activity Book
Little Sticker Dolly Dressing Unicorns
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Ages 6-10. £9.28
100 Things for Little Children to Do on a Journey Age 3+. £6.50
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Sticker by Letter: In the Wild Activity Book
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Holiday Puzzles and Games Age 7+. £6.50
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CLUBS & CLASSES
Introducing Stagecoach Richmond! Stagecoach Richmond has been established for more than twenty years and continues to uphold its excellent reputation as a pioneering performing arts school for local children ages 4 to 17. Classes take place on Saturdays at Kings House School (TW10 6ES) which provides the ideal environment for Jo and her team of dynamic teachers to fully explore the disciplines of drama, dance and singing, as part of a comprehensive performing arts experience. Passionate and dedicated to achieving the highest possible standards in a fun and exciting environment, the priority for Jo and her team is to develop the self-confidence of every one of their students by allowing them to express themselves in new and imaginative ways. This experience offers the students invaluable life skills, fantastic foundations for future learning and wonderful new reaches for creative expression. The aim is to give Stagecoach students creative courage for life. Try Stagecoach Richmond Summer Camp! Fame! Jr. 25-29 July Ages 5-12 Set during the last years of the ‘Fame School,’ New York City’s Familiesonline.co.uk
celebrated High School for the Performing Arts (1980-1984), this musical follows the bittersweet but inspiring story of a diverse group of students as they face gruelling artistic and academic work in order to achieve their dream of ‘putting their name in lights.’ Children will make new friends, unleash their creativity and have lots of fun singing, dancing and acting. No previous experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and willingness to have a go! Performance for friends and family on final day. Limited availability book early. Call Jo on 020 8332 6741, EMAIL or visit WEBSITE
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Summer Performing Arts Camps Richmond Build your child’s confidence through singing, drama and dance. Small groups so every child can shine and be heard! Filmed performance on final day Encanto: 25th - 28th July Sing: 1st - 4th August Frozen: 15th - 18th August Matilda: 22nd - 25th August
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Performing and developing key life skills with PQA Whether it be diving into their dressing up box or stepping onto the stage, performing is important to children and young people, although its benefits can often go unnoticed. Performing arts can teach children and young people key skills that can be used in everyday life. Creativity. Naturally imaginative, pretend play and make believe come easily to kids and can assist their social and emotional development, helping them form new ideas and develop resourcefulness. Problem solving. Solving problems creatively within the safety of a performing arts environment can help kids deal with issues in everyday life. If children feel comfortable exploring and dealing with problems in a non-linear way, this makes them more confident overall. READ MORE
The Little Gym’s age-appropriate children’s activities are Serious Fun! Using movement, music, learning and laughter to nurture ongoing skill development and boost self-esteem, your child progresses at their own pace, having fun and building confidence. Explore the range of classes on offer at The Little Gym of Hampton & Teddington. Visit hamptonteddington.thelittlegym.co.uk Familiesonline.co.uk
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Clubs & classes directory SINGING, DANCING AND ACTING CLASSES FOR 4 TO 18 YEAR OLDS Chertsey, Hinchley Wood & Esher, Richmond, Staines, Teddington, Twickenham, Weybridge
Ballet Modern Tap Contemporary Acro Pilates
A friendly & professional dance school with classes suitable for all ages and abilities giving students a safe space to learn and have fun.
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CAMPS
Summer camps and workshops ASHFORD Stagecoach Theatre Arts (Staines) Early Stages Summer Fun 25-29 July, Ages 4-6 A week when more than the sun will shine! Attend weekly/daily and explore the magical world of Stagecoach Performing Arts with two DBS, early years trained teachers. We Will Rock You Ages 6-18 (grouped ages 6-8, 9-11, 12+) An exciting week of singing, dancing and drama, taught by West End professionals. Every day the students will work on new pieces culminating in a performance for parents at the end of the week. Professional lighting, sound and costumes provided (no extra cost). A memorable experience in which all children will have a chance to shine. Attend weekly/daily. No Stagecoach experience required. Call 07802 800633, EMAIL or click HERE. EAST MOLESEY Stagecoach Theatre Arts (Hinchley Wood & Esher) Magic of the Musicals in East Molesey 1-5 August, Ages 6-16 A fun-packed week of musical theatre, learning songs, dances and Familiesonline.co.uk
scenes from some popular musicals. Build confidence and make new friends. Performance to family and friends on the final day. Just Dance in East Molesey 25-29 July, Ages 6-16 Enjoy working on different dance styles. Full of fun, fitness, new friends and a wonderful feeling of achievement! The week ends with a performance. Call 01372 238238, EMAIL or click HERE. HAMPTON HILL Step on Stage Academy of Performing Arts 1-5 August Ages 3-18 Disney Week Mini Musical Theatre 1-6 August Ages 7+ Musical Theatre: Show in a Week Ages 12+ Musical Theatre: Show in a Week 15-19 August Ages 3-6 Roald Dahl Week Mini Musical Theatre Ages 7+ West End Workshops Call 07973 900196, EMAIL or click HERE.
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Summer camps and workshops RICHMOND
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SW London Little Voices Ages 5-11 Encanto: 25-28 July SING 2 : 1-4 August Frozen The Musical: 15-18 August Matilda The Musical: 22-25 August
Call 0208 979 5276, EMAIL or click HERE.
Small groups, half day options, props, costumes and excitement! Professionally filmed final performance sent to families to watch. Build confidence, get lots of individual attention and make new friends.
WEYBRIDGE Stagecoach Theatre Arts Weybridge 25-29 July Summer Musical Mayhem is a fabulous workshop for the summer holidays. Five days of fun and frolics as children explore the most impactful musicals on the planet! Book now to avoid disappointment.
Call 020 8088 01113, EMAIL or click Call 07939 208 234, EMAIL or click HERE. HERE. TWICKENHAM Stagecoach Theatre Arts Twickenham 25-29 July
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What’s on
All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed. Every day until 11 Sep Mirror, Shape & Play at Orleans House Gallery Free interactive exhibition for ages 3-8. Daily during holidays Family Entertainment at Watermans Art Centre Family cinema screenings and theatre workshops. Every Tue & Thu Singing & Story Session at the London Transport Museum Sessions include rhythm, dancing and storytelling.
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Fri 1 Jul-Wed 31 Aug Come Out and Play at Claremont Landscape Garden Enjoy a variety of games and sports at Claremont this summer.
Barnes Fair London’s best village fete held beside the duck pond.
Come Out and Play at Hatchlands Park Come and try your hand at sports and games this summer.
Sat 9 & Sun 10 Jul Kingston Regatta Held on the river Thames since 1857, featuring top rowing crews from across the country.
Sat 9 Jul-Sun 4 Sep Come Out and Play at Winkworth Arboretum Fri 8 Jul Have fun at activity Let’s Play Together at stations to complete Every Thursday in July London Museum of Water challenges from running, Storytime with Mark at & Steam hopping and skipping, to London Museum of Water Inclusive stay and play conquering the Azalea & Steam sessions for under 5s. steps. Songs, rhymes and stories for under 5s. 1.30pm. Sat 9 Jul Mon 11 Jul & 12 Sep Brooklands Years Relived Little Explorers at Kew Every Sat & Sun in July & at Brooklands Museum Gardens August Step back in time and Fun, hands-on ninety Steam Train Rides at celebrate the best of minute learning sessions Hampton Kempton Brooklands’ motorsport, for children ages 2-5 and Waterworks Railway aviation and social history. parents/carers. Train rides and picnic Dress to impress in your area open (not every Sat). finest vintage outfits. Wed 13 Jul & 14 Sep Booking required. Prizes up for grabs. Music and Movement at Kew Gardens Boating on the Lake at Claygate Flower & Hands on music-making, Claremont Landscape Village Show nature-inspired songs, Garden Classic cars, dog show, dance and traditional Explore Claremont in a marching bands, gift stalls, rhymes. Ages 2mths-2 yrs. rowing boat. children’s races, tug of war, fun fair, farmyard animals Fri 15 & 29 Jul Alternate Sats in Jul & and arena events. Play:Make:Art at Orleans Aug House Gallery Meet the Rangers at Grotto Dig at Marble Hill Have fun exploring art Polesden Lacey Park skills and techniques in Meet the rangers to learn Watch a dig in process and workshops. Ages 2–5. Familiesonline.co.uk
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What’s on
All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed. Sat 17 Jul Let’s Get Creative Music Performance at Orleans House Gallery Dance, sing, shout and shake at a fun gig that the whole family can enjoy outdoors in the grounds.
Sat 23 Jul-Wed 31 Aug Spellbound at Hever Castle Take part in a range of hands-on activities and watch jousting tournaments and falconry displays.
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Thu 28 July & 4, 11, 18 & 25 Aug Thumbs Up It’s Thursday in Kingston Kingston town centre Kingston Dragon Boat Summer Fete at businesses will be running Challenge at Canbury Brooklands Museum a range of free or lowGardens Traditional games, cost activities, including Watch the flotilla of dragon problem-solving rails, face painting, balloon boats in a spectacular race pedal planes/cars, building modellers and fun drop-in on the river. LEGO® race cars and workshops. vintage car/bus rides. Tue 19 Jul & 2, 16 & 30 BBQ, café or BYO picnic. Fri 29 & Sat 30 Jul Aug Depot Discovery Tour Curious Tots at Orleans Sat 23 Jul-Sun 4 Sep at London Transport House Sensory trail at Museum, Acton Depot Sing along, wiggle and Hatchlands Park Discover the story of explore sensory worlds Great opportunity to London’s public transport with artist Charlie Betts. explore the parkland with from its horse-drawn your senses. beginnings, taking in rare Sat 16-Sun 17 Jul and unusual vehicles Big Camp at Dapdune Sat 23 Jul-Fri 2 Sep along the way, as well as Wharf Become a Junior Wetland pioneering engineering Camp out under the stars Ranger equipment. on the island at Dapdune Free, daily thirty minute Wharf with a bonfire and a immersive sessions where Fri 29 Jul–Mon 29 Aug barbecue available. you find out what it takes Summer Holidays at to keep wildlife and nature London Museum of Water Sat 16 Jul-Sun 28 Aug happy and healthy. & Steam Come Out and Play at Learn about the hidden Polesden Lacey Sun 24 & 31 Jul world underneath our Enjoy special outdoor Peppa Pig My First feet with crafts, hands-on games and explore the Concert at the London activities and trails. gardens. Coliseum Travel from Mozart to Mon 1-Sun 21 Aug Sat 23 Jul–Mon 29 Aug muddy puddles with Come Out and Play at The Great Garden Peppa, George and family Dapdune Wharf Adventure at RHS Wisley and a live orchestra. Popular summer holiday Take part in daily activities; festival of sport is back tree climbing and den Tue 26-Fri 29 Jul with over twenty activities building to sow and grow A Horse! My Kingdom to take part in. workshops, plus a trail. for a Horse at Museum of Richmond Create your own treasure Familiesonline.co.uk
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What’s on
All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed. From Tue 2 Aug on selected dates Redbeard Forest School at Osterley Park & House Immerse your child in nature and help them learn new skills. Tue 2–Sun 7 Aug Let’s Get Creative at Orleans House Gallery Free creative arts sessions for children. Ages 4-11. Thu 4 Aug Holiday Crafts at Chertsey Museum Use recycled material to make a fun wind charm. Ages 6-12. Sat 6 Aug & 3 Sep 15 Minutes of Fun at Chertsey Museum Free drop-in craft session for all the family. Sun 7, 28 & 29 Aug & 4 Sep Public Running Day at Thames Ditton Miniature Railway Take a ride, have a picnic but make sure you book. Sun 7, 14, 21 & 28 Aug Arts in Park at Marble Hill Park Open-air music concert in the park. Bring a picnic. Tue 9-Fri 12 Aug The Lady or the Tiger at Museum of Richmond Explore the story behind The Lady and the Tiger and create a craft. 22 July/August
Sat & Sun 21-22 Aug Steaming Weekend at Kempton Steam Museum See these unique and enormous ancient steam engines in action. Tue 23-Fri 26 Aug A Georgian Super Star at Museum of Richmond Discover the story of the superstar of Georgian Theatre and take part in a fashionable craft. Fri 26 & Sat 27 Aug Depot Discovery Tour at London Transport Museum Acton Depot Discover the story of London’s public transport from its horse-drawn beginnings, taking in rare and unusual vehicles along the way, as well as pioneering engineering equipment. Sat 27 Aug Summer family fun run at Dapdune Wharf Take on a 2k run and then enjoy an evening of relaxation and refreshment Sun 11 Sep Emergency Services Day at Brooklands Museum Say thank you to some of the heroes of our country and explore every conceivable emergency services vehicle. Look out for appearances from Skye, Marshall and Chase from PAW Patrol.
CHILDREN’S THEATRE THE EXCHANGE, TWICKENHAM Teach Rex 7 Aug Uses life-like dinosaurs in a show, teaching children about their anatomy and life. LITTLE LYRIC, HAMMERSMITH The Very Hungry Caterpillar 16 Aug–4 Sep Beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using lovable puppets and charming music. NEW WIMBLEDON THEATRE The Princess & The Dragon 8-10 Jul This brand new, modern fairy tale navigates freedom and friendship. Ages 7-11. The Tiger Who Came to Tea 30 Aug-1 Sep The tea-guzzling tiger is back. POLKA THEATRE, WIMBLEDON The Paper Dolls Until 7 Aug Familiesonline.co.uk
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What’s on
All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed. The Paper Dolls comes to life with puppetry and original music. Ages 3-7.
RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON ON THAMES
The Pirate, the Princess and the Playtypus Until 20 Aug Comic fairy-tale adventure with music, pirate kings, queens, frogs, tall towers.
Catch that Beast! 7 Aug A magical, deliciously silly show about a society with one mission: to capture mythical beasts.
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Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Musical, 26-29 Jul Outdoor musical production by Prologue Youth Theatre Company.
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The Hare and the Tortoise 16 Jul–14 Aug The most famous race on earth is beautifully brought to life using marionettes. Ages 3+.
The Reluctant Dragon, 26 Aug Enchanting tale of bravery and friendship all the family. DAPDUNE WHARF
The Gruffalo 15-16 Jul Songs, laughs and monstrous fun for children The Three Pigs & Captain and their grown-ups, in the Grimey much-loved show. 17 Aug-18 Sep Ages 3+. Lively shows featuring puppets for children. Ages Billionaire Boy 3+. 4–6 Aug Adaptation of David THE ROSE THEATRE, Walliams book about KINGSTON 12-year-old Joe Spud, the richest boy in the country. The Gruffalo 24 Aug–3 Sep OUTDOOR Songs, laughs and THEATRE monstrous fun for children and grown-ups. Ages 3+. CLAREMONT RICHMOND THEATRE LANDSCAPE GARDEN
The Wind in the Willows, 16 Jul Join Mole, Ratty, Toad and Badger on a wild adventure.
Gangsta Granny 7-10 Jul Ben is staying in with Granny and things are about to get more exciting than he could imagine!
The Jungle Book, 23 Jul-21 Aug Fun, songs and adventure await in this heartwarming story for all of the family. Free entry to Kew Gardens.
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The Secret Garden, 16 Jul High-quality, one-hour ballet offers enchanting experience for adults and children alike.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 16 Jul Family friendly adaptation of Shakespeare’s favourite comedy. HATCHLANDS PARK Rapunzel A fast-paced, larger-thanlife production of the classic fairy tale set in the park. KEW GARDENS
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What’s on
All listings are correct at the time of publication. Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed. OUTDOOR THEATRE MORDEN HALL PARK FAMILY THEATRE Awful Aunty, 27 Jul A truly thrilling tale adapted for the outdoor stage. The Tale of Peter Rabbit, 29 & 31 Jul An outdoor theatre performance of the classic children’s tale. OSTERLEY PARK & HOUSE
The Jungle Book, 5 Aug A fun outdoor show that takes you on a rollercoaster adventure. Awful Auntie, 19 Aug Wonderful outdoor adaptation of David Walliam’s book. PAINSHILL PARK Alice in Wonderland, 27 Aug Come along and meet some of the strangest and most peculiar characters in a show for the family.
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RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON ON THAMES A Midsummer Night’s Dream, 29 Jul An outdoor, sixty minute, family-friendly production. STRAWBERRY HILL HOUSE The Wonderland Adventure, 21 Aug A magical outdoor adventure through Wonderland, featuring some of your favourite characters.
This summer enjoy games, sports and fun activities at a National Trust place near you. Visit Claremont Landscape Garden, Dapdune Wharf, The Devil’s Punch Bowl, Hatchlands Park, Polesden Lacey and Winkworth Arboretum.
Outdoor family theatre Enjoy fabulous family theatre hosted by the National Trust: Claremont Landscape Garden Sat 16 Jul, 6pm ‘The Secret Garden’ by New Creations Collective Fri 26 Aug, 6.30pm ‘The Reluctant Dragon’ by Quantum Theatre
Dapdune Wharf Tue 26-Fri 29 Jul ‘Alice in Wonderland’ by Prologue Youth Theatre
Hatchlands Park Fri 26 Aug, 6pm ‘Rapunzel’ by Immersion Theatre
Box Hill Sat 13 & Sun 14 Aug, 12 & 3pm Award-winning puppetry by Smoking Apples
Hindhead Commons and The Devil’s Punch Bowl Sat 20 & Sun 21 Aug, 12 & 3pm Award-winning puppetry by Smoking Apples
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What’s on
Please check with the venue before you visit in case anything has changed.
OUTDOOR CINEMA
popular family movies.
HAMPTON COURT MARBLE HILL PARK PALACE Grease, 13 Aug KEW GARDENS Kew the Movies, 31 Aug–4 Sep Five days of cinema magic, alfresco style with sessions featuring a host
The Greatest Showman, 21 Jul
The Jungle Book 23 July to 21 August Royal Botanical Gardens, Kew
PAINSHILL PARK Moulin Rouge (12A), 20 Aug
Join Mowgli, Baloo, Bagheera and the wolves in this classic tale of friendship as they seek to escape the tiger Shere Khan!
The Greatest Showman, 22 Aug
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Discover the pioneers of speed, flight and adventure at Brooklands Museum, the birthplace of British motorsport, aviation and home of Concorde. Walk under the wings and sit inside the cockpits of the giant flying machines designed and built at Brooklands!
Come and try your hand at sports, games and fun activities at a National Trust place near you this summer!
Visit the motoring village and see the cars that raced on the historic track at Britain’s first Grand Prix, before checking out the largest collection of vintage London Buses.
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Get up close, go onboard and explore the amazing history that was made at Brooklands Museum in one incredible day out! Free parking, picnic space and café. Save with an annual membership which helps you enjoy the museum all year. There’s so much on offer! MORE HERE ENTER HERE Closing date: 31 July 2022 T&Cs 26 July/August
Challenge your family and friends to a range of different activities! All included in admission price.
Hatchlands Park, GU4 7RT 1 July – 31 Aug (10am-4pm. Claremont Landscape Garden, KT10 9JG 1 July–4 Sep 10am-3pm. Polesden Lacey, RH5 6BD 16 July–28 Aug 10am-4pm. Dapdune Wharf and River Wey, GU1 4RR 1-21 Aug 11am-5pm. Winkworth Arboretum, GU8 4AD 9 July-4 Sep 10am-5pm. The Devil’s Punch Bowl, GU26 6AB 1–31 Aug 10am-4pm (on the green near the viewpoint). You’ll find other events at these National Trust properties on our What’s On pages. MORE HERE Familiesonline.co.uk
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Secondary school showcase Jubilee High School in Addlestone and Twickenham School (in Twickenham) are both pioneering innovative approaches to education in the local area. These schools come under the umbrella of The Bourne Education Trust (BET) which brings together a group of primary, secondary and specialist schools in London, Surrey and Hampshire. We are proud to showcase some of their exciting work here.
Climbing wall in Twickenham School Sports’ Centre
added dimension when students were chosen to attend a gala event celebrating Apollo 16’s fiftieth anniversary at the Science Jubilee High School is a secondary school in Addlestone with a building Museum. and curriculum designed around its At this glittering black tie occasion, commitment to ensuring students students from Jubilee and local access stimulating careers. The BET school, Chertsey High, met new state-of-the-art business Charlie Duke, the tenth man to walk centre encourages collaborative, on the moon. One year 10 student project-based work, allowing said: ‘This was a once in a lifetime students to practise the skills opportunity to meet people who required in the modern workplace. have worked in the space industry. This was brought to life recently They talked to us about the skills it during a STEM innovation day takes to prepare to put a person on led by Brooklands Museum when students designed and built remote the moon and how this links to our work in school. It made me want controlled cars to a tight deadline. to practise these skills more and I feel even more determined now to The sky is the limit for Jubilee embark on a career in space!’ High; this was recently given New Business Resource Centre at Jubilee High
September 2022 sees the launch of Brooklands Innovation Academy, bringing together BET schools with Brooklands Museum, Well North Enterprises, major employers and the local NHS Trust. Professor Brian Cox joins the Academy to help inspire young people to take up STEM careers. READ MORE
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Meet the Head
Meet the Head Families chats to Louise McCabeArnold, Head of Girls’ Prep at Surbiton High School.
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What do you most enjoy about being Head of Girls’ Prep at Surbiton High School? Getting to know the girls’ individual personalities, their quirks and unique traits and what makes them tick – it’s a real privilege. In three words, how would you describe your relationship with the students? Caring, approachable, encouraging. What is your favourite time of the school day? Lunchtime – there is so much going on. The older girls finishing their lessons whilst the younger girls are eating lunch. There’s always excited chatter in the hall and shrieks of delight from the playground! What about your pupils makes you most proud? Their grit and resilience – the ability to brush themselves off and try again and the way they support each other to have a go. What benefits do you think girls’ prep schools offer young girls? I really believe that single sex education helps girls thrive and 30 July/August
studies have shown that they perform better academically in girls’ only schools. Not only do girls and boys develop differently, particularly between the ages of 6 and 14 but they also learn differently and express themselves in contrasting ways. Boys need a lot less encouragement to speak aloud in class, meaning that girls are often battling to be heard. The complete lack of gender stereotypes in a girls’ school means that girls have no pre-conceived ideas of what they can and can’t do, are happier to take risks, care less about failing and express themselves more freely without worrying about what the boys think of them. The advantage at Surbiton is that we provide a single sex education alongside collaboration with the boys’ prep, where appropriate. READ MORE Familiesonline.co.uk
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Top pencil case picks for September Next on the list for kids, after a new school bag, is a new pencil case. Here are our favourites for the new season.
ZIPIT Talking Monstar Large
Fun pencil case which fits up to sixty pens or pencils. £8.50
Helix Pro Athletic
Large main compartment with wide opening zip, durable material. £4.52
Rachel Ellen Girls Rule the World Stylish and colourful, made from durable neoprene. £7.99
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Maomaoyu Large Capacity
Dinosaur Colour & Learn
Smiggle Calculator Hard Top
Narwhal Plush
Durable and super-sized Fun and practical, comes pencil case with 3 zipped with wash-out fabric compartments. £8.69 pens. £12.95
Side panels with elastic pen and pencil holders. £15.50
Easthill Big Capacity Pencil Case
Makes a perfect ‘first pencil case’ for younger children. £3
Brown Paper Personalised
Roomy enough for pens, pencils, sharpeners Great for organisation. and rubbers. Can be Holds fifty pens/pencils personalised. £9.99 with a carry handle. £7.99 July/August 31
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School bags for the new school year Children really love to choose a new school bag at the start of the school year. Here are some of our top suggestions.
Frugi Adventurers Backpack Good quality bag uses recycled and organic materials. £28
M&S Minecraft™ Water Repellent School Backpack
Large, light and great for Minecraft fans. Machine washable. £24
Novelty Rocket Backpack
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LittleLife Big HiVis Dinosaur Kids ActionPak
Eastpak Padded Backpack
Liewood Allan Backpack
Nobodinoz Sunshine Kids Backpack
Babymel Zip and Zoe Colour and Wash Backpack
Adidas Class Backpack
Suits Reception-aged kids. High vis material. £19.99
Sturdy backpack for A4-sized books. Front pockets for smaller items. £47
Stylish, durable but comfortable with padded Made from organic shoulder and chest cotton with water straps. £47 repellent coating. £39.95
Colour your own with washable felt pens. £14
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HOLIDAYS
Perfect eco-friendly swimwear for summer Mix tops and bottoms to suit the occasion. Protect your child’s precious skin in a shortie suit or watch them cartwheel in a cossie! If we had to pick one ‘can’t live without’ item, it would be the Power Poncho with its fast-drying fabric and hidden game on the inside. Whatever your summer vibe, Grass&Air has got your family covered. Just add water. More info HERE. This summer, Grass&Air is coming with you and your kids on every single adventure. Its new Sun+Swim collection for kids ages 1 to 10 is bursting with clever ideas. Made using recycled plastic bottles and fabric offcuts, each piece has been designed for maximum enjoyment, whether kids are splashing in the paddling pool or doing karate kicks at big waves in the sea.
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HOLIDAYS
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SCREEN FREE
No-screen kids’ summer projects
Desperate for ideas to get your kids away from screens and exploring something in the real world? Check out our top recommendations.
Garage sales
Toy purge
A great way to declutter, reuse unwanted household items and make some money. Help the kids choose a date, decide what to sell, organise the items for easy browsing and label and price everything. You can then get them drawing posters to advertise the event. You can help by posting on social media. TIPS
Disposing of old toys can be challenging but is worthwhile for children and parents alike. If your child is resistant to parting with old favourites, challenge them to play with them for an appropriate amount of time or donate them to charity. Involve your child in taking their toys to the local charity shop. TIPS
Put on a show
Retro games day
Challenge your kids to put on a mini-play or concert or re-enact a favourite book or movie scene. You may have a budding standup comic, magician or storyteller in the family! An old sheet can be a backdrop or curtain; reading lamps can be spotlights. Get them making tickets and setting up seating. TIPS
Make a list of your favourite games from your own childhood such as hopscotch, marbles, elastics, Grandmother’s Footsteps, long rope skipping, Oranges and Lemons and spend a fun filled day reminiscing with your kids. For extra nostalgia, provide some of your favourite childhood snacks and sweets. TIPS
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SCREEN FREE
No-screen kids’ summer projects
Desperate for ideas to get your kids away from screens and exploring something in the real world? Check out our top recommendations.
Water wars
Make a movie
When temperatures rise and tempers start to fray, encourage the kids to have an old-fashioned water fight. Use buckets, sponges, watering cans or fill up some balloons (purchase refillable water balloons). You could invest in fancy water pistols or a novelty sprinkler, water play mat or water slide. TIPS
If you are prepared to lend your phone for filming, this is a great creative holiday project for older children. A short film is ideally three to five minutes long and it can be factual or story based.
Neighbourhood Scavenger Hunt
Family Mini-Olympic Games
Create a list of landmarks for the kids to find in your street or the local park eg a distinctive house or a large tree. Write clues that help them find these landmarks.
This gets the kids active and requires little equipment. They can make a torch and have an opening ceremony. Races can include a sack race with pillowcases, a tug of war with a dressing gown belt, discus with a frisbee, shot put using bean bags or tennis balls. TIPS
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Advise your child to keep it simple and start with a plan or better still a script. TIPS
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FOOD
Summer lunch and picnic ideas
Whip up these delicious dishes with the kids, courtesy of Neha @squashedpickle Click on the images to watch her helpful videos!
Egg & Pea Cheesy Waffles
Sweet Pea Pasta Muffins
This three-ingredient recipe couldn’t be any easier, making it perfect for little hands! You can switch up the vegetables or even use a frozen veg mix if you prefer. The waffles are a great alternative to the usual picnic food or lunch at home. READ RECIPE
Zac loves pasta. I used to make these a lot when he was young. They are light on mess, freezable and make a perfect on-thego snack. Kids can learn basic kitchen techniques while they experiment with different sauces and build their own muffins. READ RECIPE
Pesto Cheese Twists
Pizza Croissants
These twists are super-easy to prepare and so delicious. If you are looking for a kitchen-based activity to do with the kids during the summer, this recipe is great for teaching basic cutting and pastry twists. And you’ll end up with a fabulous snack or lunch option at the end! READ RECIPE
This is a fun way to use ready prepared croissant dough which is absolutely delicious. You can stuff the croissants with all your favourite pizza toppings. If you have a child who is fussy with vegetables, try including them in the stuffing. We’ve used mushrooms in this example. READ RECIPE
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CRAFTS
Have a crafty summer! Help the kids with these bright and beautiful ocean and summerthemed craft projects this holiday season.
Paper plate aquarium
Ocean dioramas
Butterfly finger puppet
Recycled plastic jelly fish mobile
Fish soap carving
Cupcake liner crabs
Egg carton bumble bee
Sea turtle
Wooden spoon mermaid
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