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WELCOME TO THE 16th issue of FUTURES Magazine. Having recently gone through the secondary school transition with my daughter, I am only too familiar with the problem of shrinking catchment areas. When considering alternative school options, FUTURES magazine provides all the information you need to help make an informed decision.
Sending your child to a private school could be well within your reach and in this issue we explore how this can be achieved. Jam-packed with open days and information; check out the comparison chart our pull-out and keep reference guide.
We also feature revision tips from Rochester Independent College with hands-on advice from an A level student. Bromley High discusses the importance of handwriting and why presentation is just as vital as content.
FUTURES Magazine continues to reach families within the borough of Bromley, surrounding areas and South East London borders. Contact us now to reserve your copy of the next Autumn/Winter 2015 edition, which is out September 2015. I hope you enjoy the issue.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE…
05 SECURING A BETTER FUTURE Daniel Neilson looks at independent education as an achievable aspiration.
13 SUCCESSFUL REVISION TIPS A Rochester Independent College student gives us his top revision tips for achieving exam success.
16 COMPARISON CHART Full of key features and open days.
21 HEADS UP! We catch up with four Headteachers from local Independent Schools.
23 WHY HANDWRITING IS IMPORTANT Presentation of written work has a profound effect on performance – Bromley High tells us why.
27 COMPETITION! JIGSAW SCHOLARSHIP PLACE Enter now to WIN a scholarship place at Jigsaw Performing Arts!
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Bringing out the best
St Olave’s is a Prep School in New Eltham for boys and girls aged 3-11 years
■ Broad, child-centred curriculum■ Excellent results in the 11+ selection■ Clubs, outings and residential trips■ Excellent pastoral care■ Small classes■ Specialist staff for PE, IT,
Music, French and Drama■ Sibling fee reduction■ Before and after school care
Tel: 020 8294 8930www.stolaves.org.uk
OpenMorningSaturday 7 March10.00-12.00
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“I’D LOVE TO, but we just can’t” is a common answer to the question “Would you send your children to a private school?”. Yet, sending your bright kids to an independent school is more achievable than you’d imagine.
Decisions about children’s education are probably among the most important a parent will ever make. But independent education is an area wrapped up in myth and enigma that is shielding parents from the many options open to them. Independent school can often be dismissed out of hand as too expensive, too exclusive or too posh, but in reality it’s none of those. And the facts back it up. Time to bust a few myths.
The biggest question is, of course, money. But did you know that more than 5,000 pupils pay no money at all to attend independent schools? More than 40,000 children get means-tested help, and the average amount of assistance is £7,894. Overall a third of pupils in independent schools get help with fees. Even if means-tested help isn’t available, some schools charge less than £10,000 a year. Yes, some traditional boarding schools cost upwards of £30,000 but many boarding schools charge significantly less than this. And let’s remember than just one pupil in eight is a boarder. Day schools are, overwhelmingly, the most common way to educate children. But what an education!
Independent schools offer some of the most thrilling, innovative and stimulating environments for children. Great thinkers, leaders and business people have emerged from independent schools, and don’t expect them all to be from a well-heeled background. Nor do independent schools operate in a silo. 90% of independent schools work with local state schools for the benefit of everyone. Forward thinking teachers and heads have developed beneficial partnerships between schools, local community groups and charities. Three in ten pupils come from an ethnic minority and 5% of pupils are international students.
More and more parents are realising that
educating their children in small classes in independent schools is achievable. For example, there’s been a growth in under-10s educated in independent schools and a 5.1% increase in fee assistance – almost £40 million more than last year.
These figures have come from the Independent Schools Council (www.isc.co.uk) which is a great resource for all kinds of information about sending children to independent schools, and their blog is particularly informative. Alternatively, just call your nearest independent school, they’d be delighted to talk through the options.
Independent education is for families looking for a better future. Sacrifices are made by many parents, but it comes back to the most important thing in the family: the education of children. Next time someone asks if you’d send your children to a private school, be sure to have a look at the options first.
■ Daniel Neilson
SECURING A BETTER FUTURE
INDEPENDENT EDUCATION WITHIN YOUR REACH
“DECISIONS ABOUT CHILDREN’S EDUCATION ARE PROBABLY AMONG THE MOST IMPORTANT A PARENT WILL EVER MAKE”
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Outstanding academic record at 11+
Small classes; experienced and dedicated teachers
An ordered & disciplined work environment
In house ICT facilities learning from 3 years in our twin computer suites
Beautiful 17 acre site, with 2 acre environmental studies area
Excellent music, dance and drama facilities
Extensive sporting facilities, including our Astroturf and 25m indoor swimming pool
Exciting learning opportunities in our ‘excellent/outstanding’ EYFS department (Registered childcare provider)
Before, after school and holiday care facilities
Forest School in our very own forest!
Tiny Tots and Toddlers’ Club – Wednesdays 1.30-2.45pm
Purpose built new teaching block NOW OPEN
Fresh home-cooked lunches sourced by local, trusted supplies in our new ‘state-of-the-art’ kitchen
Knoll Road, Sidcup, Kent DA14 4QU. Tel: 020 8300 2112 Fax: 020 8300 1324 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mertoncourtprep.co.uk
A family-run school with a caring community atmosphere, where traditional values and a progressive environment meet, to give modern children the best possible start in life.
OPEN EVENING: WEDNESDAY 29 APRIL 2015, 5.00pm–8.00pm
OPEN MORNING: SATURDAY 26 SEPTEMBER 2015, 9.00am–12noon
OPEN DAY: TUESDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2015, 9.00am–3.00pm
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IN 1965 TRINITY SCHOOL, Croydon, moved to its present site from Croydon’s North End to make way for the Whitgift Shopping Centre. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of its relocation to Shirley Park, Trinity has launched a campaign to fund 50 new bursaries.
Every year the School receives applications from pupils who meet the entrance criteria and who would thrive there but who, because of personal circumstances, are unable to accept their offer of a place. The new fund will ensure that the School can accommodate more of these pupils than ever before.
The campaign has already attracted donations
from a number of alumni, as well as past and present parents and staff, to the tune £425,250 to date. Headmaster, Mark Bishop, said: “I am very grateful to those who have already given and remain confident that we can meet our target and transform more lives for generations to come.”
Distinguished Trinity Old Boy, and Croydon- based entrepreneur, Dr Barry MacEvoy, said “Education should be needs blind, where tuition is available on the basis of ability and potential, not the capacity to pay.”
■ For more information or to arrange a visit please contact: [email protected]
GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY
GOLDEN JUBILEE BURSARY FUND LAUNCHED
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A LEVELS BEGIN to change from September 2015, with all exams taken at the end of a two year course. Smart revision tactics have never been more important.
Joe McManners joined Rochester Independent College having already achieved 10 A*s at GCSE and 3 A*s at A level in Maths, English Literature and History at Tonbridge School. Changing direction, in order to aim for medicine, he is now taking one year A level courses in Chemistry and Biology.
Joe says: “I tend work in silence when I’m rote (memorization technique based on repetition) learning, but if I find myself lagging, I’ll get out a bit of ‘Pendulum’ on my iPod and have a 5 minute burst to shake off the cobwebs. It’s really is effective and stops me drinking too much coffee! Sometimes, I’ll stand up and walk around the room incanting chemical equations to myself, so after 20 minutes or so I’ve learnt a whole portion of material.
A really good way to bring less engaging material to life is to work with a friend and run through the book together, asking each other quick-fire questions back and forth like a game of ping-pong. This way, by the time you come to sit down to the work, you are already familiar with the material – the neurological pathways have already been illuminated. It can be high-energy and is much easier than struggling away by yourself.
To keep on track I always write a timetable so I’ve defined my goal parameters for that evening’s work. To prevent distractions, when I’m ‘on’, the phone is ‘off’; Facebook updates, emails and texts I catch-up with during teabreaks. A good way to keep ‘in the zone’ is to go outside during rest times and get some fresh air: I tend to stand in the porch with a cup of tea. Or if it’s too cold outside, I’ll do a few press-ups, to get the blood flowing.
Whenever there’s something I don’t understand I get out my post-it notes and flag up the problem. I then go and see my one of my teachers after a lesson, who are all very happy discuss things.
So no stone is left unturned, and things that once seemed insurmountable boulders in the road looking back now seem more like pebbles.
Studying a complicated subject like Chemistry involves as much interfacing with the material as possible, so I study in the lunch queue and I study on the train. But it’s also good to get totally away from work at times and say, watch a game of rugby, or go to the gym – it’s fun and aids work by helping to keep you balanced.”
■ Joe McManners, A level student. Rochester Independent College. 01634 828115
www.rochester-college.org
EXPERT HELP FOR REVISION SUCCESS
“SOMETIMES, I’LL STAND UP AND WALK AROUND THE ROOM INCANTING CHEMICAL EQUATIONS TO MYSELF, SO AFTER 20 MINUTES OR SO I’VE LEARNT A WHOLE PORTION OF MATERIAL”
A LEVEL REVISION TACTICS
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NAME POSTCODE SCHOOL OR CO-ED SCHOOL SCHOOL SCHOOL SCHOOL FORM OR BURSARIES NON-SELECTIVE FEATURES DAYS DETAILS
Chislehurst, Kent. Nr Elmstead Woods Station
West Kingsdown, Kent TN15 6AY
Shortlands, Kent BR2 0BS
Blackheath, SE3 7AG Easy access A2
Blackheath, SE3 0NJ Easy access A2
Bromley, Kent BR1 2PR
Bromley, Kent BR1 2TW
Blackheath borders, easy access A2, A20, S. Circular
Selsdon, CR2 8YB
Mottingham, SE9 4QF Close to A20
Chislehurst, Kent BR7 6LR Close to A20
Sidcup, Kent DA14 4QU Close to A20
Old Palace Road, Croydon CR0 1AX
Blackheath, easy access A2
30 mins train journey from Bromley South
Hildenborough, between Tonbridge and Sevenoaks
High Street, Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1HU
New Eltham, SE9 3QS Close to A20
Westwood Hill, SE26 6BL Near Sydenham Station
Shirley Park, Croydon CR9 7AT
Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 3UL
Babington House
Birtley House
Bishop Challoner
Blackheath High
Blackheath Preparatory
Breaside Preparatory
Bromley High School
Colfe’s School
Croydon High School
Eltham College
Farringtons School
Merton Court Preparatory
Old Palace, Croydon
Pointers School
Rochester Ind. College
Sackville School
Sevenoaks School
St Olave’s Prep
Sydenham High School
Trinity School
Walthamstow Hall
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Girls
Boys
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Boys
Girls
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Girls
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Girls
Girls
Yr 6 only
Co-Ed
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SCHOOL LOCATION BOARDING SINGLE SEX NURSERY PREP JUNIOR SENIOR SIXTH SCHOLARSHIPS SELECTIVE KEY OPEN CONTACTNAME POSTCODE SCHOOL OR CO-ED SCHOOL SCHOOL SCHOOL SCHOOL FORM OR BURSARIES NON-SELECTIVE FEATURES DAYS DETAILS
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Girls
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Co-Ed
Girls
Co-Ed
Girls
Scholarships
Bursaries
Bursaries
Selective
Non-Selective
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Selective
Selective
Selective
Selective
Selective
Selective
Selective
Non-Selective
Selective
Selective
Selective
Non-Selective
Selective
Selective
Non-Selective
Selective
Selective
Selective
Rated ‘Outstanding and Excellent’ in all areas in last ISI Inspection. Excellent exam results
OFSTED ‘Outstanding’ March 2014. Additional needs, outstanding pastoral care
Excellent exam results, outstanding pastoral care, small class sizes
Holistic approach ensures every student feels valued, 13 tennis courts, ICT theatre
Outstanding 11+ results, unique 5 acre site with remarkable facilities
Excellent parent partnership, outstanding Yr6 results, ‘Outstanding’ OFSTED 2011
Wonderful range of opportunities for academically able girls
Academic excellence, outstanding outdoor activities programme
Outstanding academic results combined with a broad range of extra-curricular activities
Academic excellence, individual pastoral care, vibrant extra-curricular in over 60 acres
Wide ability Christian School with an ‘Excellent’ ISI Inspection Report
All round education, outstanding OFSTED, family run, 17 acre site with pool
Creative, challenging and caring approach. Family focused.
Christian ethos, ‘Outstanding’ in all areas OFSTED and ISI reports.
Average class size of 8, no uniform, no A-level option block, excellent exam results
Small classes allow a tailored approach to learning where individual talents and abilities are nurtured
Judged ‘Exceptional’ by ISI in 2013 for achievement and learning
Bringing out the best in every child with small classes leading to excellent 11+ results
Outstanding education, excellent results and facilities, rich extra-curricular opportunities
Excellent results, top uni destinations, outstanding pastoral care and extra-curricular activities
‘Outstanding’ ISI, 45th in UK A level league tables, Excellent 2013 Good Schools Guide review
7th March 2015 9am – 12 noon
Regular open days by appointment
7th March 2015 9am – 12 noon
6th March 9am – 12 noon 17th June Yr5 Taster – pls book
Regular open days by appointment
18th March and 10th June 2015 9.30am – 12 noon
3rd March 10.15 – 12.15 5th June & 3rd October 2015
12th May for PPN & Prep 26th Sept for whole school
See website for upcoming dates
(Snr) 13th June & 19th Sept (Jnr) 19th Sept & 14th Nov
9th March 2015 9.15am – 11.00am
29th April 5pm – 8pm, 26th Sept 9am – 12 noon
(Snr) 25th April, 13th June, (Prep) 9th May, 6th June
Contact to arrange an informal visit
Contact to arrange an informal visit
12th March 2015 14th May 2015
(Yr 7 & 9) 21st March 2015 (Yr 7, 9 & lower sixth) 13th June
7th March 2015 10.00am – 12 noon
(Jnr) 6th May (Snr) 7th May and 24th June
Contact to arrange a school tour
Senior 12th March and 26th September 2015.
Tel: 020 8467 5537 www.babingtonhouse.com
Tel: 01474 853 192 www.birtleyhouseschool.co.uk
Tel: 020 8460 3546 www.bishopchallonerschool.com
Tel: 020 8853 2929 www.blackheathhighschool.gdst.net
Tel: 020 8858 0692 www.blackheathprepschool.com
Tel: 020 8460 0916 www.breaside.co.uk
Tel: 020 8781 7000 www.bromleyhigh.gdst.net
Tel: 020 8852 2283 www.colfes.com/admissions
Tel: 020 8260 7543 www.croydonhigh.gdst.net
Tel: 020 8857 1455 www.elthamcollege.london
Tel: 020 8467 0256 www.farringtons.org.uk
Tel: 020 8300 2112 www.mertoncourtprep.co.uk
Tel: 020 8688 2027 www.oldpalace.croydon.sch.uk
Tel: 020 8293 1331 www.pointers-school.co.uk
Tel: 01634 828 115 www.rochester-college.org
Tel: 01732 838 888 www.sackvilleschool.co.uk
Tel: 01732 455 133 www.sevenoaksschool.org
Tel: 020 8294 8930 www.stolaves.org.uk
Tel: 020 8557 7000 www.sydenhamhighschool.gdst.net
Tel: 020 8656 9541 www.trinity-school.org
Tel: 01732 451 334 www.walthamstow-hall.co.uk
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THE POINTER SCHOOL in Blackheath has just achieved the highest marks possible in their recent in depth inspection. The co-educational establishment in Stratheden Road swept the board with the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
A team of four professional teachers visited the school at the start of the Autumn Term as part of a four day statutory investigation into the state of the 64 year old primary school and nursery. Pupils’ work was scrutinized, parents were interviewed and a whole series of lessons were watched. The conclusion of the team was that the school was ‘excellent’ in every aspect. This is the highest grading that any school can achieve.
The Pointer School comprises 341 pupils from Nursery through to Year 6. Recent school leavers have gone on to a wide range of Independent Schools including Alleyns, James Allen Girls School and Eltham College.
Reacting to the report, Headmaster, Mr Robert Higgins said, “The trauma of a full inspection is never pleasant, nevertheless a result like this is a wonderful confirmation of what we do best; teaching and facilitating children to develop an enthusiasm about the wonderful world we live in.”
■ For more information please contact Ros Kilsby: [email protected]
FLYING HIGH IN BLACKHEATH
INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS INSPECTORATE
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HEADS UP!MEET THE HEADS FROM SOME OF THE MOST RESPECTED SCHOOLS IN THE AREA…
Trinity is an independent school for boys aged 10–18 with a co-educational 6th Form. Our aim is to achieve excellence both inside and outside the classroom for every individual student. We have a reputation for being exceptionally caring but also very challenging so each boy and girl is able to fulfil his or her potential. The school is relaxed but dynamic; ambitious but not pretentious. Outstanding facilities, small class sizes and, above all, inspirational teachers combine to give students a learning experience that leads not only to academic excellence but also to the development of self-confidence, inter-personal skills and entrepreneurial qualities that prepare them for life beyond school.
MARK BISHOPTRINITY SCHOOL
020 8656 9541www.trinity-school.org
At Old Palace every student enjoys a first class academic education. We promote a broader values-based education embracing four dimensions: service, skills and knowledge, courage and emotional intelligence. With this approach, students from a very young age start to learn about who they are and what they stand for.
Old Palace is blessed with a magnificent historical buildings, excellent facilities and an enthusiastic, highly motivated staff. For all who embrace the many opportunities presented, Old Palace will reward them with a happy, memorable and empowering education.
CAROL JEWELLOLD PALACE OF JOHN WHITGIFT SCHOOL020 8688 2027 www.oldpalace.croydon.sch.uk
Breaside have been awarded ‘Outstanding’ across all areas, in October 2014. Children and staff are inspired to be part of the school’s great success. Breaside children are polite, well mannered and independent about their own learning. Breaside promotes confident individuals from a very early age. We have a dedicated team of staff who promote the school’s vision that if “children are happy, they are learning”. Our broad and balanced curriculum prepares your child for their senior schools of choice through a tailor made education, from their first days in the Kindergarten through to the age of 11.
KAREN NICHOLSON B.Ed; NPQH; Dip EYs
BREASIDE PREPARATORY SCHOOL 020 8460 0916www.breaside.co.uk
INDEPENDENT & SELECTIVE SCHOOLS
Blackheath High School is an exceptional school, characterised by passionate teaching and a warm community atmosphere. In the classroom, our teachers provide the inspiration and individual support that enables students to make outstanding academic progress. Our girls are outward looking and adventurous; participating in a rich array of co-curricular activities that encourage risk-taking and are encouraged to broaden their horizons and cultivate international-mindedness through community projects and expeditions. Blackheath girls have confidence, principles and character. There is no such thing as a ‘typical Blackheath girl’ and that is for good reason. This is a school where individuality is cherished and there is a culture of high expectations and open-mindedness.
CAROL CHANDLER-THOMPSONBLACKHEATH HIGH020 8853 2929www.blackheathhighschool.gdst.net
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IN RECENT YEARS, technology has significantly altered the way we communicate through writing. At Bromley High Junior School, we know that our girls have grown up with a wealth of technology. As part of our progressive pedagogy we work hard to integrate what is familiar in their homes and the world around them.
In the wider world, correspondence is now predominantly directed through emails and texts and keyboarding skills could be seen as taking precedence over pencil skills. In our school, we believe that the link between writing by hand and learning is of great significance to our girls in the early stages of their development. For us, handwriting continues to be a primary tool of communication and knowledge assessment.
Handwriting at Bromley High is about developing a desire to communicate through mark making from an early age and is much more than a paper and pencil exercise. It is a movement skill that improves as each girl develops increased control and coordination over her body in both fine and gross motor skills. The teaching and learning of basic letter formation is firmly embedded in our curriculum with a joined script being taught from the beginning of Reception. We recognise the importance of a consistent style of handwriting throughout the school and the need for all staff to consider themselves as teachers of handwriting, with a clear understanding of the progression of skills. Attention is given to the positive correlation between handwriting, reading, and spelling skills using a multi-sensory approach to help reinforce early achievement across these areas. Early handwriting instruction ensures our girls successfully produce legible, joined writing, at speed and with minimum conscious effort as they progress into Key Stage 1. When handwriting becomes instinctive, there is time to focus on the higher-level aspects of composition and content.
In our progressively digital environment, handwriting continues to be a tool that is used in many curriculum subjects from classroom tasks such as taking notes and completing tests, through to homework. Neat, well-formed handwriting and presentation of written work has a profound effect on individual performance as it encourages a sense of pride, ownership and personal identity.
■ Kelly Powell, Director of Studies Bromley High Junior School 020 8781 7000 www.bromleyhigh.gdst.net
THE IMPORTANCE OF HANDWRITING
“WHEN HANDWRITING BECOMES INSTINCTIVE, THERE IS TIME TO FOCUS ON THE HIGHER-LEVEL ASPECTS OF COMPOSITION AND CONTENT”
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BIRTLEY HOUSE SCHOOL is an Outstanding School (Ofsted March 2014) providing specialist support for children with additional educational needs and those benefitting from extra pastoral support.
Our pupils’ needs vary and include dyslexia, social communication difficulties, dyspraxia, speech and language needs and anxiety disorders. We take children from Year 1 and aim for all pupils to attend mainstream secondary schools. Classes are between 6-12 and there is a high staff-pupil ratio of experienced teachers and teaching assistants. We also accept pupils with Statements and ECHPs and some of these pupils are funded by their Local Authority.
Our intervention programme offers group and
individual support to all pupils and we additionally offer extra therapy interventions (including Play Therapy, OT and SALT) from Evolve Therapies.
Our central philosophy is to support pupils inclusively within classes. We have a very positive atmosphere and parents and teachers work very closely together to ensure that interventions and support are flexible and effective. Ofsted recognised that we have high expectations for our children and as a consequence pupils make excellent progress, both academically and socially.
■ For more information or to arrange a visit please contact: [email protected]
SUPPORTINGEXTRA NEEDS
SPECIALIST EDUCATION
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20 YEARS ON and Jigsaw are still providing students aged 3–18 years high quality performing arts classes across London. Our original ethos is still at the forefront of everything we do. Whether looking to embark upon a professional career within the arts or to just build confidence, we make sure we get the very best out of every child. At Jigsaw, fun is certainly at the forefront of it all!
To celebrate 20 Years of Jigsaw we have a very exciting year ahead for all of our students and we are offering a scholarship place for a term at our school in Chislehurst. Our classes run on Saturday mornings at the Chislehurst School for Girls with our new term starting on the 2nd of May. We offer classes in dance,
drama and singing from 9:30am-11:00am for our 3-6 year olds and 10am-1pm for our 7-18 year olds.
■ To be in with a chance of winning the prize draw, just answer the following question: What unforgettable Take That song was number 1 at the end of July 1995?
Terms & Conditions: This fantastic prize can be won by sending your answer to the question along with your name, address and contact details to: [email protected]. The prize draw will take place on Friday 17th April. No cash alternative is available and the prize is non-transferable. By entering this competition we will automatically provide you with other promotional material relating to FUTURES Magazine and Jigsaw Performing Arts Schools.
BE A PIECE OF THE JIGSAW
WIN A SCHOLARSHIP TO JIGSAW!
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ONLY A FEW weeks until the Easter break is upon us and keeping children entertained can definitely be challenging. The best way to get them entertained is to prise them away from their Xbox, iPads and other devices and get them moving and having fun. FUTURES Magazine has discovered some of the best local activities but as you can imagine spaces are limited – so get enrolling now!
BUZZERS ACADEMY 020 8659 5535 www.teachsport.orgVenues in Bromley during school holidays.Holiday club for kids aged 5–14 years. Sports, Dance, Gymnastics, Drama, Arts & Crafts, Adventure Walks, River Walks, Dam Building, Boat Making, Den Building, Obstacle Courses, and much, much more!
SKILLS ACADEMY FOOTBALL 01689 828385 www.mikedelaneysoccer.com/skills/upcoming-coursesSoccer camps in Orpington, Westerham and Tonbridge during school holidays.Great value for money for boys and girls to experience up to 5 days of football packed fun for all ages and abilities.
SUNDRIDGE PARK LAWN TENNIS 020 8464 9106 www.spltsrc.co.ukLawn Close, Bromley, Kent. Junior Tennis Camp through Easter holiday4–7 year olds and 8–16 year olds.
STAGECOACH THEATRE ARTS 020 8949 4116www.stagecoach.co.uk/Dulwich/ Holiday-WorkshopsAlleyn’s School, Dulwich, 7th–10th April 2015.Joseph And The Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Easter Holiday Workshop for 4–7 years old and 8–16 year olds.
FUNKY MONKEY MUSIC01732 457100 www.funkymonkey.info‘Funky Chicken’ Easter One Day Taster Workshop for 4–8 year old beginners or basic knowledge.Venues in S.E London, Sevenoaks and Tunbridge Wells during the Easter break.‘Keyboard Superstars’ One Week Workshop for 5–8 years. Herne Hill 7–10th April (4 days) and Sevenoaks 13th–17th April (5 days).
COOLINGS NURSERIES NATURE TRAIL 01959 532269www.coolings.co.uk/green-and-pleasant/nature-trailRushmore Hill, Knockholt - Open all year round.
Coolings’ Nature Trail covers a 6 acre area at the back of its Green & Pleasant centre. Visit and see
the native plants and creatures and the resident animals including
wallabies, sheep, chickens and more. Finish the day at the Blueberry Café.
The paths are buggy accessible.
HELP KEEP THEM ENTERTAINED
EASTER FUN ACTIVITIES
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