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Potatoes prove the most Christmas faithful stalwart on festive plate
10th December 2025
Turkey may have been replaced by beef or a nut roast, sprouts by peas, but the one stalwart of the Christmas dinner is the potato according to a new survey*. More than two-thirds of Britons will not sacrifice the roast potato this Christmas and a third will be eating mash, proving that one of the UK’s...
Young People Invited to Share Their Hopes Through Film as Charlie Quirke Treks for Alzheimer’s Research UK
9th December 2025
The PQA - Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts has launched a national filmmaking competition offering young people aged 6–17 the chance to win a year-long scholarship in comedy, drama, musical theatre, TV and filmmaking. The ‘Bring Hope Home’ film challenge, open to all children...
Historical Heroes
8th December 2025
Who changed the world? Primary Times helps you spark curiosity and bring history to life for children From brave nurses and ancient queens to astronauts who reached the stars, history is full of real people whose courage and determination changed the world. At school, children are introduced to key...
Make Christmas Magical in London with The Snowman
5th December 2025
Iconic Christmas show The Snowman returns to Peacock Theatre for its 28th anniversary, from 22nd November – 4th January. Based on the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the animated film directed by Dianne Jackson, this is the Birmingham Rep’s magical stage adaptation of the...
Half of parents now more worried about cost of Christmas
3rd December 2025
New research that suggests that over half of families are thinking more about the cost of Christmas compared to this time last year. The research commissioned by CBeebies Parenting indicates over a third of parents are planning to spend no more than £100 on each child and a quarter say they are...
Meet Santa at Corner Corner this Christmas
28th November 2025
Santa has parked his sleigh in Canada Water and everyone is invited to meet Father Christmas at Corner Corner. Santa Clause is coming to Corner Corner in Canada Water. Perfect for families wanting to experience something magical this Christmas. Enjoy Breakfast or Lunch with Santa and his merry Elf,...
Celebrate New Year’s Day the London Way!
25th November 2025
Step into 2026 with sparkle and smiles at the London Parade’s 40th Birthday Bash – a fantastic, free celebration for the whole family! On 1st January, London’s streets burst into life with colour, music, and magic as over 8,000 performers take over the city for this milestone event. Children...
Festive Family Fun
23rd November 2025
From frosty adventures to fireside magic, Primary Times shares 12 ideas for happy holiday moments with the whole family. As the nights draw in and the winter coats come out, Primary Times explores fun ways to fill the season with laughter and happy family memories. Visit Santa’s Grotto A...
Family Traveller Live returns
21st November 2025
Family Traveller Live is back at Twickenham Stadium on 21st and 22nd March 2026. It might just be the travel show that kids love even more than parents, and they’re giving you even more reason to feel that way in 2026. There are dozens and dozens of amazing activities, from stargazing and...
DIY Mini Snow Globe Jars
19th November 2025
TURN EMPTY JARS INTO SPARKLING MINI SNOW SCENES! Want to make your Christmas tree stand out this year? Try creating your own Mini Snow Globe Ornaments – a fun, imaginative craft that kids will love. They’re easy to make using recycled jars and a few festive bits, and look magical when...
Making Magical Moments with Stephen Mulhern
17th November 2025
Primary Times caught up with award-winning television presenter and magician Stephen Mulhern as he reveals his secrets… Regarded as one of TV’s favourite magicians and a household name in British entertainment, Stephen Mulhern is also a successful children’s author, with his latest...
The Simple Way to Send Class Christmas Cards
3rd November 2025
At Group Cards we provide a fast and efficient Christmas card messaging service, making the process of gathering Christmas card messages quick and easy. It’s the go-to service used by hundreds of schools around the UK for busy parents, active teachers and support teams. Group Cards is used to...