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Trinity Sports Club, Croydon
9th October 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,...
Mirror, mirror on the wall… What's the greatest panto of them all?
8th October 2024
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Fairfield Halls of course... Visit for the most magical pantomime ever told; poor Snow White is doomed to live unhappily ever after with her horrid stepmother, the Wicked Queen. In true rags-to-riches style, Snow White manages, with the help of her madcap friend...
Experience the ultimate Thames adventure with City Cruises, London's premier sightseeing cruise!
8th October 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...
Don’t miss your chance to join Theatre Peckham’s award-winning academy
8th October 2024
Theatre Peckham’s academy offers a unique performing arts, dance and music production programme which cultivates a passion for the performing arts through self-exploration, teamwork, creativity, and play, providing a talent pipeline into the creative industries. This year the academy won...
Adaptation of Chris Haughton’s book comes to Deptford this winter
8th October 2024
1st – 24th December 2024, The Albany, Deptford, SE8 4AG. “Mummy is good at swimming," says Little Penguin. “She’ll be back home soon, won’t she?” “She sure will,” says Daddy Penguin. Amidst the snowy Antarctic landscape, Mummy Penguin is off...
Family Fun at Shakespeare’s Globe this Half Term
8th October 2024
Gather together at Shakespeare’s Globe for a range of exciting family activities this October half term. Experience interactive storytelling performances of Macbeth, Hamlet and The Winter's Tale for ages 5-12 and their grown-ups. Or, bring the characters and stories to life yourself in creative...
Festive Adventures at Unicorn Theatre
8th October 2024
The Unicorn Theatre presents heartwarming festive shows to warm audiences' hearts and spark a sense of adventure. 'Huddle', for ages 2-5, tells the charming story of Mr. Penguin and his newly-hatched chick. The engaging and highly visual performance captivates viewers with playful and innovative...
Celebrate Diwali with the Croydon Community: Free Family-Friendly Workshops and Performances
8th October 2024
Centrale & Whitgift invite Croydon residents to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Light, on Saturday, 26th October, from 12pm to 5pm at The Whitgift (opposite Superdry). Diwali, a significant festival in Hinduism, symbolises the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. It is also celebrated...
The Elmer Adventure and October half term at the Southbank Centre
8th October 2024
There’s plenty for the family at the Southbank Centre this October half term. The Elmer Adventure takes centre stage at the Queen Elizabeth Hall between Wednesday 30th October – Sunday 3rd November. Join three friends on a joyful jungle adventure in Tall Stories’ magical, musical...
Get Ready for Family Fun at The Curling Club!
8th October 2024
Looking for a day out that’s full of winter magic and excitement? The Curling Club is the perfect family destination this season, with two fantastic spots - their famous Southbank Centre location and the brand-new venue at Vinegar Yard near London Bridge. Visit together for a fun-filled experience...
Sleeping Beauty
8th October 2024
Following last year’s hugely successful production of Jack and the Beanstalk, pantomime is well and truly back at Catford’s Broadway Theatre. Susie McKenna (who directed Hackney Empire pantomimes for over 20 years) will work her magic again, bringing her award-winning team together for a...
Jumbled Alphabet is a free exhibition at the South London Gallery (SLG)
8th October 2024
Artist Nairy Baghramian makes sculptures that ask you to reconsider your sense of self, space and relation to the object. Artworks from her Misfits series will be on show at both SLG sites, the Main Gallery and Fire Station. The series explores the idea of children’s building toys in which pieces...
The ‘one to watch’ – Dulwich’s Rosemead Prep celebrates recent success
8th October 2024
Rosemead Preparatory School and Nursery in Dulwich, south London, is celebrating a highly successful year, highlighted by an excellent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report and recognition from the Good Schools Guide, which described the school as "one to watch." The ISI report praised...
St Dunstan’s College celebrates glowing inspection report which praises celebration of diversity
8th October 2024
St Dunstan’s College, a renowned school in South London, is celebrating its latest inspection report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), conducted in April 2024. The report highlights two key strengths: the school's innovative curriculum and its strong focus on diversity. Headteacher...
Súper Chefs
27th August 2024
Six-year-old Manny is bursting with excitement at the thought of preparing a welcome home dinner for his dad Tony, who’s been away. With his mum, professional chef Valeria, his granny, Alma and favourite toy Mighty Mujer, he plans to cook a family meal of arepas, guacamole and delicious brigadeiros...
NHS urges people in South London to get vaccinated amid rise in measles cases
26th August 2024
As measles cases continue to rise in London, NHS London is urging parents in London to ensure their children are protected as they return to school. Since January 2024 there have been 2,149 confirmed cases of measles with 62% of cases being in children under the age of 10 and 43.7% being in London,...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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;...
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...
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...