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Join thousands of Primary schools and turn funny into money this Red Nose Day!
27th February 2026
Red Nose Day is on Friday 20 March and for one big, beautiful day Comic Relief are bringing the nation together to change serious stuff for the better, all through simple acts of silliness. They would LOVE your brilliant school to join the fun! Every year schools make fundraising magic...
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a rainforest escape at Stratford Butterfly Farm
26th February 2026
Families looking for a meaningful and memorable way to celebrate Mother’s Day are invited to step into a world of colour, warmth and wonder at Stratford Butterfly Farm — the UK’s largest tropical butterfly attraction. This Mother’s Day weekend (Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March),...
JAMIE OLIVER OPENS NOMINATIONS FOR GOOD SCHOOL FOOD AWARDS 2026
23rd February 2026
With Ella Toone, Dame Mary Berry and Dani Dyer among celebrity judges Jamie Oliver has officially opened nominations for the Good School Food Awards 2026 on ITV’s award-winning This Morning. Now in its fourth successful year, Jamie’s Good School Food Awards continue to celebrate...
Stories, Sketches and Sparking Readers with Rob Biddulph
17th February 2026
Primary Times chats to award-winning author and illustrator Rob Biddulph about why reading for pleasure matters more than ever… A thrilling new chapter begins! Rob Biddulph’s latest release, The Last Wolf, is an exciting adventure for readers aged 8–12, packed with imagination,...
A purr-fectly brilliant brand-new family musical is coming to London, Essex and Hampshire
16th February 2026
Dermot O’Leary’s bestselling children’s book Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape is to be brought to life on stage for the first time in a brand-new family musical opening spring 2026. Little Angel Theatre, Mercury Theatre and Mayflower Southampton are delighted to announce...
Hogwarts Express locomotive to star at Epping Ongar Railway this April
13th February 2026
A steam train featuring in one of the world’s most anticipated television series is set to appear at the Epping Ongar Railway this April. Steam locomotive 6989 ‘Wightwick Hall’, which stars as the Hogwarts Express in the upcoming Harry Potter television series, is scheduled to visit...
Beloved Timmy Time characters and thousands of little legs set to takebig steps for nature this spring
7th February 2026
Join The Wildlife Trusts’ Hedgehog Walk for a wild adventure from 30th March to 30th April From 30th March to 30th April, little legs across the country will be taking big steps for wildlife in The Hedgehog Walk – a fun and family-friendly fundraising challenge in partnership with Timmy...
Peppa Pig introduces new storyline helping families understand childhood hearing loss
6th February 2026
Following last year’s iconic baby Evie announcement, Hasbro has today announced a new storyline in the world of PEPPA PIG, as Peppa’s younger brother, George, is revealed to be moderately deaf and is fitted with a hearing aid. Championing stories that reflect real children and families around...
My First Ballet: Cinderella
3rd February 2026
Everyone’s invited to this new ballet for children aged 3+ by English National Ballet! Meet the nature-loving Cinderella, who lives on the edge of an enchanted forest where she once gardened and sang with her mother. After loss and silence settle over her home, she’s left with a sharp-tongued...
Open Up a World of Possibilities with Kumon
1st February 2026
For over 60 years, Kumon has helped more than 3.5 million students worldwide unlock their potential, making it a leading supplementary education provider. The Kumon Maths and English Programmes are designed to build confidence, improve focus, and develop independent study skills that last a lifetime. Students...
Museums, Monuments and More: Learning on the Go
28th January 2026
Discover how a half-term day out can bring history, science and stories to life for your family! The February half term is the perfect opportunity to get out and explore – and the good news is that many of the UK’s most fascinating places to visit also happen to be wonderfully educational....
Planning Ahead: Smart Holiday Choices for Families in 2026
26th January 2026
A little forward planning can make your next family holiday smoother, happier and far more memorable. Booking a holiday with children in primary school is about more than just choosing a sunny destination. It’s worth taking time to consider what will truly work for everyone – from parents...
Courage, Creativity and Connection with Leader of the Lionesses, LEAH WILLIAMSON CBE
24th January 2026
Primary Times speaks with Leah Williamson CBE and her cousin Jordan Glover about football, friendship and facing fears An inspiring figure in British sport, Arsenal’s Leah Williamson CBE has written her name into history books as England women’s football captain. Away from the pitch, she...