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Trinity Sports Club, Croydon
28th June 2024
Discover Trinity Sports Club, nestled within the grounds of the prestigious Trinity School, Croydon. From beginners to professional sportspeople, they've got everyone covered with their top-notch facilities! Visit and hire the versatile sports halls, boasting cricket nets, 5-a-side football pitches,...
Playtopia, 3rd-4th August at Evolution London
28th June 2024
A two-day adventure of endless fun and entertainment awaits the kids this August. Playtopia promises a jam-packed schedule of games, activities, and educational fun. Book your ticket for inclusive access to all activities, from £13 - £24. Exclusions may apply; for some rides, you will...
Forries Education is one of the few Forest Schools in South East London
27th June 2024
They follow the principles and ethos as set out by the Forest School Association, which are really quite specific. The overriding aim is to encourage and enable the children who attend Forest School to have great fun and learn new skills through child-led play. People often ask about child-led play;...
Summer season at the Unicorn
27th June 2024
This summer, the Unicorn presents The Lion Inside (from 23rd July to 4th August) – a heartwarming story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar. ‘In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock, all craggy...
Theatre Peckham has been running its Academy for nearly 40 years
27th June 2024
This year, they have won an award in recognition of their training programmes, testament to the amazing quality of the classes they run for young people. The Academy offers an accessible dance, acting and backstage programme which cultivates a passion for the performing arts through self-exploration,...
Festival of Fairytales - Sunday 11th August, 10am-4pm
27th June 2024
Let imaginations grow wild! This summer the Garden Museum will be transformed into a celebration of storytelling and creativity that explores the magic of growing for the Festival of Fairytales. Guest curated by Originary Arts and designed to delight and inspire imagination in children aged 4-10 and...
Rough Magic at Shakespeare’s Globe
27th June 2024
'By the pricking of my thumbs, something SILLY this way comes'. Rough Magic is a wickedly funny new family show from the team behind Olivier Award-nominated, ‘fantastically funny’ ***** (Broadway World) Midsummer Mechanicals. You are cordially invited to a great gathering of...
Experience the ultimate Thames adventure with City Cruises, London's premier sightseeing cruise!
27th June 2024
Step aboard for a delightful family outing, promising a memorable journey through the heart of the city. Take in the breathtaking sights along the river as they carefully select four key piers, ensuring you strike the perfect balance between accessing main attractions and enjoying leisurely cruising...
Top Tips for Family Fun in London Bridge this Summer
27th June 2024
Get the flip flops and suncream on and make the short trip over to London Bridge with the kids this summer. You’ll find plenty of free, memorable things to keep playful minds busy. Summer by the River Family Week takes place 23rd-25th July, in Hay’s Galleria and The Scoop, including free...
School of Skate News Update
27th June 2024
Skateboarding a GCSE subject in Wales and NI Skateboarding has been introduced as a GCSE PE subject in Wales and Northern Ireland due to its popularity, and in no small part due to the fact that it is now included in the Olympics. It is expected to be introduced across the rest of the UK in the near...
Experience the seaside in the heart of the city!
27th June 2024
From August 1st to August 28th, Costa Del Croydon will transform the rooftop of the Centrale shopping centre’s multi-storey car park into an urban beach paradise. Families can enjoy a range of activities suitable for all ages. Highlights include a giant sandpit, cosy beach huts, bungee trampolines,...
Brand new four-day community festival The Catford Weekender launches
14th June 2024
The Catford Weekender, which will run from Friday 28 June to Monday 1 July, will take place at St Dunstan’s Jubilee Ground in the centre of the Lewisham borough. Speaking about the new four-day event, Festival Director, Richard Gregg explained: ‘We are thrilled to be hosting the Catford...
Help for Parents and Carers of Children with Behaviour Problems
11th June 2024
Do you have a child aged between 4 and 9 whose behaviour is difficult to manage? Have you already tried a parenting programme but not found it helpful? Or perhaps you felt that a group-based approach was not right for you? Instead of a group approach, The Tavistock NHS Foundation Trust are offering...
Robert Milne announced as new Master of Dulwich College
5th June 2024
Dulwich College is delighted to share the news that the Governors have appointed Robert Milne, Headmaster of Emanuel School as Dr Joe Spence’s successor. Mr Milne has a wealth of whole-school experience as a teacher, head of department and successful senior leader. During his time as headmaster,...
Dulwich College Open Days
3rd May 2024
Junior School Open Days (Years 3 and 5 entry) The Junior School Open Days during the Michaelmas Term will be ticketed events and can be booked online. The Admissions team are always happy to talk to families on the phone and to answer any individual queries regarding the application process. Our...