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Priory School of Our Lady of Walsingham

OUTSTANDING is the word OFSTED used about Early Years provision at Priory School of Our Lady of Walsingham – or what we call our “Cabin School”. Housed in a purpose built block, with a fenced off and secure outside play area based on the “Forest School” model, pupils enjoy a tremendously rich programme of specialist tutors, sports, events and performance.

Their contribution to the Harvest Festival brought applause from all those in St Mildred’s Church earlier in October!

But the best thing to do is to listen to what the Ofsted inspectors said this year to get a flavour of the exceptionally high quality of education Cabin School children enjoy

 

Children make an excellent start to their learning in Reception. They make outstanding progress due to first-rate teaching and an inspirational curriculum

Bursaries and grants make the Cabin School far more affordable than you may think. Come and pay us a visit! You will be surprised!

We encourage all parents and students who wish to consider joining us to view our school in situ. This will give you the opportunity to tour the school and see the students busy in their classrooms. This will allow you to ask questions and find out what is being learnt in the different subjects.

Also for any potential new student we offer ‘taster days’ which are free with no obligation. This will allow your child(ren) to experience a day in the life of a ‘Priorian’ and get a taste of what it is like to be a student at our school, by taking part in all of the lessons from a typical day.

Please contact the school office to discuss further: (01983) 861222 or email us at mail@prioryschool.org.uk

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WightTricks Academy

WTX is the first Urban Sports Academy on the Isle of Wight, teaching; free running, acrobatics and tricking, a combination of gymnastics and martial arts movements.

 Tricking is a relatively new sport popping up in all our favourite superhero films. Elements of tricking can also be seen in most modern dance performances. WightTricks is for anybody wanting to learn: flips, kicks, twists, tumbling and more!

We teach our students not only how to do flips, kicks and twists, but also about how to condition their bodies and look after themselves in a fun and engaging way, providing nutritional guidance as well as setting the scene to build good lifestyle habits.

At WightTricks we like to encourage physical activity, fitness and general wellbeing in young people on the island, especially for those that have never been interested in engaging in a ‘traditional’ sport, such as football or Rugby.

 

We offer an exciting alternative sport, focusing on coaching others to use acrobatic manoeuvres as a physical outlet.

 

We have clubs in both Cowes and Ryde, and currently have over 100 active memberships. Our club offers a range of price options for different levels of interest, but with greater emphasis on group classes.

To get in contact

visit our website; www.wighttricks.co.uk, check out our Facebook page @WightTricksAcademy, or send us an email at wighttricks@gmail.com.

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Tower Toymaker’s Workshop – Emirates Spinnaker Tower

This Christmas, Santa Claus is setting up his toy making workshop at Emirates Spinnaker Tower!

Join Santa’s elves in the Tower’s workshop as they make the finishing touches to their latest batch of cuddly reindeer. Each child will name their toy, fill it with stuffing and place a magic charm inside before carefully sealing it up. Once their cuddly toy is finished, no trip to Santa’s workshop is complete without a visit to see Father Christmas in his grotto!

 

Entry is £15 per child which includes a soft toy to take home and unlimited entry to Emirates Spinnaker Tower on the day of their visit. Accompanying adults pay the standard Tower admission price of £11 per person (£10 for concessions). It is also possible to just do the Toymaker’s Workshop experience, without admission to the Tower, for £10 per child. Advanced booking is highly recommended.

Tower Toymaker’s Workshop

Dates 1st & 2nd, 8th & 9th, 15th & 16th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd and 24th December

Place: Emirates Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3TT

Price: £15 per child with admission to the tower Standard tower admission prices for accompanying adults £10 per child without admission to the towerAccompanying adult free – no admission to the tower

Contact: 023 9285 7520, www.spinnakertower.co.uk

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Visit Father Christmas at West Dean Gardens

Bring the family to West Dean Gardens for kids to share their Christmas wishes with Father Christmas and receive a small gift. There’s mulled wine and mince pies for the grownups too! Included in entry are Christmas craft activities for kids
Snowflake decoration – Christmas wreaths –Christmas cards – Tree decorations.
Visit Father Christmas 10am – 4:30pm (last time slot 4:00pm) 8-9 Dec – 15-16 Dec
Tickets are available from www.westdean.org.uk/ from 22 October. Child – £5 Adult – £5.75 (standard gardens entry)

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Learn more about why students thrive at St John’s College


St John’s College is an independent day and boarding school for girls and boys aged 2 – 18, located in the heart of Southsea.

We believe in every child which is why we seek to provide a quality education to students of all ages and abilities. Our quest for academic excellence is paramount, but our aim is that everyone should fulfil their potential, whatever that may be.  

Join us on Tuesday 13 November, 9.30am to see how we support and challenge our students and to find out more about what we have to offer, including:

  • Small class sizes and high academic standards
  • Through school from Nursery to Sixth Form
  • Full and flexi boarding facilities
  • Family atmosphere
  • Wrap around care
  • Specialist sports coaching and music teaching

This event also gives families the opportunity to:

  • visit our Science Department to see why 100% of GCSE triple award students gained A*-B in their recent exams
  • Meet the Sixth Form team that helped 90% of our Year 13 cohort secure places at their first choice university
  • Find out about the courses we offer and have your questions answered by staff and students.

To book your place or to organise a private tour call 023 9281 5118 or visit www.stjohnscollege.co.uk