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Contents4 Tots News

6 Holidaying with Children

12 Clubs & Classes

14 Featured Class: Water Babies

16 New! Clubs & Classes Timetable

18 Family Easter Eggtivities

21 Events Diary

22 Business Opportunities & Party Services

23 Interview: The Present Fairy

24 Nursery or Nanny?

25 Time for Mum

27 Special Offers

30 Win Win Win!

Hello and welcome to the Spring edition.I hope this finds you happy and full of the joys of my favourite season.Thanks to the Easter Bunny, we have an eggsellent selection of family days out and egg hunts around the region. Grab your diaries and turn to page 18 for more.Don’t put your diary away just yet...This issue sees the launch of our new Clubs & Classes timetable. From baby yoga to tennis for tots, there is so much on offer to preschool children these days we thought it would make sense to show what’s on and where on every day of the week. Now springing forward to summer. Are you planning an exotic trip to far-away shores or, like me, packing the car with tents and wellies and heading off to find some sun (ha!) on our own fair isle? Turn to page 6 to find out where four local mums tend to spend their summer break.Stay tuned as the second part of our Holidaying with Children feature will be published in the next issue.Until then, have a cracking time with your spring chickens!

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Party applesThe Gourmet Apple Co. is a fun new

business offering parents a cheaper, healthier but just-as-fun alternative to the traditional party bag. ‘We hand-make delicious toffee and chocolate apples with a wide range of toppings to suit any type of party. Gala apples are chosen for their size and sweetness. They are then dipped in rich caramel followed by Belgian chocolate and finally rolled in some yummy toppings such as jelly beans, gummy bears or fruit flakes. The apples are then wrapped, tied up with a bow and a personalised label’ explains owner and apple artist Julia Pollard. Who needs a bag full of plastic toys & sweets? Call Julia on 07748670294 or email: [email protected]

Tots News Show Me Show Me Chris & Pui!

We are promised a show jam packed full of giggles with CBeebies’

double act Chris and Pui live at the Royal & Derngate on Friday 13 April. Fresh from their hit TV show “Show Me Show Me”, Chris Jarvis and Pui Fan Lee are on tour with a fabulous new roadshow brimming with songs, activities, discovery and a few surprises along the way. Treat your little groovy movers by calling the box office on: 01642 624811 or ordering tickets online at: www.royalandderngate.co.uk. Showtimes are 11.30am and 1pm. Tickets are priced at £10 and family tickets are £32.

New Head at High School

No r t h a m p t o n High School has

announced that Mr. Ross Urquhart has been appointed as Head of Junior School with effect from the beginning of the summer term 2012.During his time at his current school, Ross has overseen a period of major expansion of numbers and facilities and a full ISI Inspection which resulted in the highest Excellent grade in all 10 aspects of his school.A graduate of Brunel University, Ross has previously been a head of PE, taught all subjects in junior school and has recently turned his specialist attentions to the development of teaching maths.He has a passion for sport but his main priorities are the welfare, academic success and happiness of every child in his care. He said on his appointment:“I am delighted to be taking up the Headship at such an exciting time in the school’s development. I believe that academic success and high achievement in sport, music and performing arts go hand-in-hand in a busy and happy environment. Everyone has been very welcoming and I am looking forward to getting to know the girls, parents, staff and the wider community.” Contact Heather Fink on 01604 765765 or email [email protected] to arrange a visit to the school. www.gdst.net/northamptonhigh


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Easter with the Play Rangers! Over the Easter Holidays, The Play Rangers will be encouraging kids to follow their

own ideas and imagination. Activities will include den-building, painting, cooking on a fire, climbing trees, building tyre swings, getting very muddy and much more.The sessions will take place mainly outdoors so parents are advised to dress their

kids appropriately! Sessions are suitable for all ages, however, anyone under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Events run from Monday 2nd to Friday 13th of April and are located at Ecton Brook Lake, Abington Park and the Racecourse. See our events calendar in this issue for specific times and dates. Call the Nothampton Borough Council Play Development Team on: 01604 838049 for further info.

Muddy Boots just got bigger...Based in Walgrave village, Muddy Boots has replaced its

playgroup format of the previous 15 years with a pre-school structure. Parents in and around the village of Walgrave are thrilled that both morning and afternoon sessions are now running from Monday to Friday.Understandably, with such a great setting and an excellent team of staff, there is a waiting list for morning sessions and limited availability for afternoons but the transition of some of the older children to primary school in September will create some capacity on a ‘first come first served’ basis - so all is not lost! Along with an extremely positive Ofsted inspection, with several areas rated as Outstanding in a Good report, investment in new computers and software for the children has played a major role in the expansion process. However, parents and children agree that the very best development is the large outdoor ‘play’ area, providing space for creativity, engagement and, above all, enjoyment. Older children from the adjacent primary school share this facility, and they’re keen to interact with the pres-school children, sharing their knowledge on the environment, horticulture and the natural world. With relationships forming across different age ranges, the transition to primary school for Muddy Boots ‘graduates’ is much easier.And as if all this was not enough, the on-site “Crack-a-Jacks” childcare facility can support busy and working parents pre-school from 8am and in the afternoons until 6pm. Email [email protected] or call 01604 781838 to arrange a visit.

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Holidaying with Children

a pre-dominantly adult resort is super stressful!DO choose self-catering accommodation. You’ll have more space, separate bedrooms and cooking facilities for preparing meals you know your children will eat at a time when they want to eat. If you prefer to eat out you can still do that of course but at least you have both options.DO make sure there are plenty of things for children to do. If you go somewhere too remote you’ll find you’re spending all your time entertaining the children which can be exhausting. Theme parks and farms are great but activities needn’t cost a fortune. Free activities such as a beach or park can be just as much fun.DO pick a destination that has something for the adults too. Entertaining the children and

With spring just around the corner it’s around this time of year that most of

us start thinking about our summer holiday and where we’d like to take the family. The holidays we used to enjoy before we had children are often no longer possible – sunbathing on the beach with a book, sampling the local cuisine and night life, touring the sights on foot – whatever ‘your thing’ was, chances are it’s completely impractical with children in tow. Holidaying with children is a whole different ball game but with careful planning, and a willingness to adapt, holidays can be just as enjoyable and relaxing as they used to be. In fact you’ll probably find holidays are suddenly a lot more fun… Tips for choosing your holiday:DO book a family friendly resort or campsite. Trying to entertain and control children at

Part 1: Choosing your Family Holiday

Self-Catering in France…

“We like to book self catering holiday cottages. We’ve tried the UK and abroad and French gîtes with pools are the ones that have ticked all the boxes for us so far. We go away with another family who have similar aged children so there is ready made entertainment for all of us! We tend to go for country style houses with a pool and garden for the kids to run around. The gites we have found have lovely features: big kitchens and dining areas, a BBQ and good outdoor dining space, plenty of bathrooms and good sized bedrooms that work for the dynamics of the families. We like to be in a village location but not too far from local shops and other amenities such as a lake or beach. We find this provides almost everything the kids need to have a good time and of course they have each other! The last holiday was with three families, 7 children in total, so never a dull moment!”Advantages:

• Generally relaxing • You can go at your own pace and eat and drink what and when you like • You can be flex-ible with travel arrangements choosing to fly or drive • More chance of good weather in France • Experiencing a different culture and cuisine

Disadvantages:• Cooking and shopping for food is a chore but can be shared amongst the group • It can be difficult to find accom-modation to suit everyone • How safe the houses are for young children can be a worry and you never really know until you get there. The good thing is that French houses always have to have gates to their pools • If the weather isn’t good entertaining the children can be tricky!

Dawn, Mum to Eloise, 4, and Oliver, 2.

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ensuring they have a good time is crucial but it’s your holiday too so make sure there is also something for you, be it sights to see, a spa, golf course, evening entertainment or whatever you enjoy.DON’T pick anywhere super hot. Keeping children well protected in the sun can be difficult and hence stressful so pick somewhere sunny and warm rather than roasting hot. UV sun suits are a great idea.DO holiday with another family. Holidaying with friends who also have children can really add to the fun. The children have other children to play with and you can still have a social life in the evenings once the children are in bed enjoying your friends’ company or taking it in turns to babysit for each other. DO take the grandparents! An extra pair of hands (or two) can be invaluable, particularly on holiday. Grandparents love spending time with the grandchildren and most would be delighted to be invited along. They may even babysit once or twice for you allowing you to have a night out!

DO pick a beach holiday rather than a pool. With very young children a beach is usually safer and more relaxing than lounging around a pool. There’s no danger of the children falling in the pool if you’re momentarily distracted, and the sand is great for entertaining children - hours of fun building sandcastles together! Once they’re bored with the sand paddle in the sea and jump waves together.DON’T give up breastfeeding! If you’re still breastfeeding your baby don’t give up before the holiday. Breastfeeding is so much easier if going abroad – no need to worry about sterilising, water purity, bottle warming etc.DO pick somewhere with washing facilities. Although you don’t really want to be doing laundry on your holiday it can make things easier – you won’t need to pack as much or worry about your children keeping their clothes cleanDO go in school term time if you can. It will be a whole lot cheaper and far less busy.

Activity Heaven at Center Parcs…

“We have been to Center Parcs in England for the past 4 years, trying a couple of the different sites - Longleat Forest and Elveden Forest. Each site is a self-contained village with everything you need for a family holiday. There’s a choice of accommodation from a simple basic apartment to a tree house complete with hot tub and games rooms. We usually stay in a Woodland Lodge. It has everything you need for day to day living, plenty of space, modern and airy, very comfortable. It is self catering but there are a range of restaurants and takeaways and a well stocked supermarket on site.

We like Centre Parcs because you can choose the pace of your holiday and there is a wide range of activities to entertain the children and adults including a large indoor swimming/activity pool, indoor and outdoor play areas, sports clubs and craft activities, a spa and golf course. Some activities are included in the price but others cost extra. There is also a crèche / nursery so you can have some adult time (though we haven’t used this service ourselves). ”

Advantages:• Very convenient – easy to book and prepare for • Easy to get to with short travel times • Over 200 activities to choose from, both indoor and outdoor, so children are never bored • The comfort of your own lodge with your own facilities • Family friendly restaurants on site so you don’t have to cook • Cars are not allowed on site most of the time so it’s very safe • Highchairs, cots and other equipment can be hired there or you can take your own.

Disadvantages:• You are not guaranteed the weather! • It can be expensive, especially in school holidays • The extra cost for activities can mount up when your children get older.

Rachel, Mum to Ryan, 5, and Sophie, 2.

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BundleBean £29.99BundleBean is a fleece lined waterproof cover that fits snugly on to all buggies, bike seats, rear facing car seats and front style baby carriers. It also opens out flat for use as a travel picnic rug or play mat making it the ultimate one-stop-shop solution for busy parents on the go!BundleBean fits all ages and rolls up in to a neat bundle meaning it is always with you when the weather catches you out.

Infant Travel Bottle Warmer and Steriliser £20.99

This Bottle Warmer and Steriliser is ideal for any type of holiday. It can be powered by mains power or from a 12V car cigarette lighter. It heats a bottle in 3 to

4 minutes and you only need to take one bottle away with you as it is so easy to sterilise a single bottle. Gone are the days of carrying around multiple bottles and sterilising tablets! It comes with adaptors for different sized bottles and baby food jars, for versatility and extended use.

Flexibath £29.95

The Flexibath is a travel baby bath which folds flat for easy storage and transport. It has a removable plug for easy emptying. It can have multiple uses whilst camping; as a washing basket and a footbath for tired adult feet!

Long Sleeve Sleep Sack £15.99

This sleep sack keeps your little one’s arms nice and cosy at night – ideal for chilly evenings in a tent.

SnoozeShade for Cots and Travel Cots £69.99

This cot shade is compact, practical and easy to use. It is great for staying away from home; whether you are in a hotel, a p a r t m e n t or camping! It helps to

reduce the light during daytime naps. In the summer when the evenings and mornings are lighter, it helps to settle little ones to sleep and keep them asleep until a sensible time! Folds up to not much larger than a beach towel and comes with own carry case.

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Glamping in Guernsey...We’ve tried all sorts of different holidays but last year we

went ‘glamping’ in Guernsey which was particularly successful as a family holiday and definitely something we’d do again. With glamping the tent and equipment is already in-situ for you so it was very easy. The tent was excellent – spacious, with two bedrooms. We had a camp bed, children had mattress on floor or a travel cot. There was a table and chairs, and basic cooking equipment with a two hob gas stove and grill. The campsite had good bathrooms (including washing machines), a small shop, play area and swimming pool. There was plenty for the children to do with lots of outdoor space on the campsite which was safe for them to play. Guernsey itself was great for young children, lots of beaches, short scenic walks, and harbours and boats. We did lots of different things including a trip to a neighboring island.

Advantages:• Great island to visit, lovely beaches • Very exciting to travel by ferry • Lovely to introduce the children to camping (in an easy manner by having tent already there, and all the equipment provided) • Children very excited by all the things in the tent and having to walk to the bathrooms to use the loo, especially at night in the dark! • Lovely to spend so much time outside • Relatively cheap!

Disadvantages:• Journey door to door was long and we did have some travel sickness on ferry (it was quite rough!) • Bad weather would be limiting for enjoying campsite activities.

Liz, Mum to Nicholas, 4, and Susannah, 18 months.

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All-inclusive in the Med...Since our oldest child was just 6 months we’ve enjoyed holidaying at the First Choice holiday villages and Thomson

family clubs within a 4 hour flight zone. We try to go to an all inclusive, 4 or 5 star hotel with good food reviews from the tour operator and trip advisor. These resorts have kids clubs with lots of different activities for children. Ours enjoyed the soft play areas, crèche facilities and mini water slides when they were younger and now enjoy the resorts that have water parks attached with water shoots and lazy rivers, high ropes and go karts. We enjoy having adult time while the children are in kids club and then family time around the pool or a trip out to see the local area and experience the different culture. There’s entertainment for children and adults in the evening too which we all enjoy.

Advantages:• Very much a family resort – holidaying with like-minded families • Good value for money • Great weather • Gives parents a break from cooking and cleaning • Equipment can be hired on arrival eg push chairs, sterilisers, nappy packs etc • Staff in the crèches and kids club are qualified and thoroughly checked using British nursery checks • Great variety of foods, the children have a choice and can try different things in the one sitting • No late night noise entertainment after 11pm

Disadvantages:• Can be very crowded in peak season/school holidays • Kids Clubs can get booked up fast (best to book in advance) • Expensive at the time of booking (but cheap when you’re out there as most of it is paid for!) • Although you’re abroad all guests tend to be British • Your accommodation is limited to 1 or 2 rooms

Colleen, Mum to Libby, 10, and Tilly, 7.

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Leaving your dog behind?

Why not treat them to a holiday too? You may have heard the expression ‘you must be barking mad’ quite often but Shirley Rands who launched her business in Northamptonshire 15 months ago, is happy to be claiming just that! Shirley, from Brackley, reports that the first 15 months of trading as a local franchisee of national pet care company Barking Mad has been a tremendous success.Barking Mad is a home from home pet care service and customers have been very quick to see the value of this solution to dog care when they need to leave their best friend to go away on holiday, business or in to hospital.Shirley said “I completely understand how dogs become a precious and important part of the family. Mine certainly is to me and it’s so rewarding to be providing a service which gives dog owners the confidence to leave their loved ones in excellent hands and have a carefree holiday. The best bit is seeing relaxed and happy owners and dogs...what more could you ask for?”.“Our customers have complete peace of mind knowing their pets are being cared for in a home environment similar to their own, whilst our host families are able to enjoy all of the benefits of owning a dog but on a part time basis. Like being a grandparent, you have all the fun before handing the grandchildren back, and Barking Mad is the canine equivalent”.

If you would like to discuss your dogs dream holiday please contact Shirley on 01280 700110 or email [email protected]

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Clubs & Classes Krystle Jayne’sDance Academy

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Classes at Grange Park, Weedon Bec, Brackley & now Kingsthorpe!

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Kettering area call 01858 565 713

Northampton & Wellingborough area call 01933 223 458

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Infant AquaticsBaby & toddler swimming courses

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Featured Class: Water Babiesparent and develop a life long love of water. Exercising and enjoying physical activity becomes part of the family from early on. Our teachers are the best trained in the industry; all being fully qualified swimming instructors and have completed over 50 hours of Water Babes training too!What ages are the classes for?We teach little ones from birth to over 4 years of age.When and where are your classes?We run classes throughout Northampton, Towcester, Bedford and Milton Keynes. You are very welcome to come to the taster classes we run to find out more!How long does each class last?Every class is 30 minutes long.How much do classes cost?Each class is £13 and we work in 10 week sessions. The reason for working in terms is that our lessons are designed to progress lesson by lesson so we want to ensure a parent and baby achieves something from every lesson.For more information:Contact: Tamsin Brewis Tel: 01295709221Email: [email protected]: www.waterbabies.co.uk

What is Water Babies?Fun, energetic and interactive classes for babies or toddlers that teach the valuable building blocks a child needs to learn to swim. What is the aim of the course?We see our classes as stages in a journey. Each level teaches new skills, as well as repeating skills which are appropriate to the age and ability of the child. The aim of the classes are to have fun, teach skills, water safety and water confidence.Talk us through a typical lesson..Each class follows a lesson plan. There is a warm up, a main activity and then a cool down; just like a normal exercise routine! The lessons are well organised and will include new skills, repeat existing skills and games/songs that help children learn. The class is teacher led and parents are encouraged to interact with their child and share the lesson together. Our teachers focus on each parent and baby helping them to achieve at their own pace and individually.What are the benefits?We teach children to swim! Improved physical and mental skills are certainly apparent as Water Babies tend to be physically stronger and more confident when they have swum from an early age. They promote bonding with the



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New! Clubs and Classes TimetableWelcome to our new ‘Clubs & Classes Timetable’! Got a slot to fill in your weekly schedule and wondering what’s on? Well this timetable should help. Please be sure to book your child on the class before turning up (unless otherwise stated) and please note that some classes may not run during school holidays. Have fun!

Mondays

Infant AquaticsTopnotch Health Club, Sol CentralCall: 01933 223458 to book.10am to 12noon, ages 3 months to 4 years.Kids Kitchen Cookery ClassBeech Avenue, NorthamptonCall: 01604 710102 to book10 to 11am, ages 2 to 5 years. Siblings welcome.Aqualight Baby YogaMaple Tree Clinic, East HunsburyCall: 01604 830405 to book.9.30am, ages from rolling to crawling & 10.20am, ages 0 to rolling.Both classes last for 40 mins.WaterbabiesCripps Recreational Centre, Nton Gen Hospital. Call: 01295709221 to book.9.30am to 11am, ages 0 to 4 years. Aqualight BabiesFairfield School, Kingsthorpe. Call 01604 830405 to book. All Aqualight sessions run for 30 mins.3pm: ages 6 to 12 months, 3.30pm: ages 1 to 2 years, 4pm: ages 0 to 6 months, 4.30pm: ages 2 to 3 years,5pm: ages 0 to 1 year.Music BugsHardingstone Village HallCall: 08445781017 to book.

Gym MinisLings Forum, Weston FavellCall: 01604 837300 to book. 10 to 10.45am, ages 1 to 2 years &11 to 11.45am, ages 2 to 3 years.Pre-school GymnasticsDanes Camp Leisure Centre, HunsburyCall: 01604 837400 to book. 11 to11.45am, ages 3 to 5 years.Tumble TotsGrange Park Community Centre. Call: 01327300807 to book.“Gymbabes” 9.30 to 10.10am, ages 6 months to walking. “Tumble Tots” 10.30 to 11.15am for confident walkers to 2 years. “Tumble Tots” 11.30 to 12.15am, ages2 to 3 years. “Tumble Tots” 1 to 1.45pm, ages 3 to 5 years.WaterbabiesVirgin Active, Collingtree Park. Call: 01295709221 to book.3pm to 4pm, ages 0 to 4 years. Aqualight BabiesPark Inn Hotel, Silver St. Call 01604 830405 to book. 10am: ages 2 to 3 years, 10.30am: ages 9 to 15 months, 11am: ages 15 months to 2 years & 11.30am: ages 0 to 9 months.Krystle Jayne’s Dance AcademyGrange Park Community Centre, School Lane. Call 07791 852891 to book.“Baby Ballet” 4 to 4.45pm, ages 1.5 years +“Pre-primary Ballet & Tap” 4.30 to 5.15pm pm, ages 2.5 years +

Northampton

Baby YogaMount Baths Leisure Centre.Drop in. 10 to 11am, ages 3 to 11 months.Musical MinisGrange Park Pavillion. Call: 01908259914 to book.10 to 10.45am, 0 to 5 year olds. Aqualight BabiesHeadlands Primary School, Bushland Rd. Call: 01604 830405 to book. 6.30pm, ages 0 to 3 years. WaterbabiesVirgin Active, Collingtree Park. Call: 01295709221 to book.2pm to 4pm, ages 0 to 4 years.

Kids Kitchen Cookery ClassBeech Avenue, NorthamptonCall: 01604 710102 to book. 10 to 11am, ages 2 to 5 years. Siblings welcome.Little Kickers, “Junior Kickers”The Abbey Centre, Hunsbury. Call: 01788 899102 to book. 10 to 10.45am, ages 2 to 3.5 years. Musical MinisThe Baptist Rooms, Kingsthorpe. Call 01908259914 to book.10 to 10.45am, ages 0 to 5 years.Aqualight BabiesFairfield School, Kingsthorpe. Call 01604 830405 to book. All Aqualite sessions run for 30 mins.12.30pm: ages 0 to 6 months, 1pm: ages 1 to 2 years, 1.30pm: ages 6 to 12 months, 2pm: ages 2 to 3 years &2.30pm: ages 8 to 15 monthsTumble TotsSt. Peter’s Church Hall, Weston Favell. Call 01327300807 to book.“Gymbabes” 9.30 to 10.10am: ages 6 months to walking, “Tumble Tots” 10.30 to 11.15am: for confident walkers to 2 years, “Tumble Tots”11.30 to 12.15am: ages2 to 3 years & “Tumble Tots” 1 to 1.45pm: ages 3 to 5 years.Aqualight BabiesHeadlands Primary School Pool, Bushland Rd. Call: 01604 830405 to book. 11.30am, ages 2 to 3 years. Pre-school GymnasticsDanes Camp Leisure Centre, Hunsbury. Call: 01604 837400 to book. 3.45 to 4.30pm, ages 3 to 5 years.

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Tumble TotsSt. Peter’s Church Hall, Weston Favell. Call: 01327300807 to book.“Gymbabes” 9.30 to 10.10am for 6 months to walking. “Tumble Tots” 10.30 to 11.15am for confident walkers to 2 years. “Tumble Tots” 11.30 to 12.15am, ages 2 to 3 years.

9.30 to 10 am for ages 2+ 10.00 to 10.30am for ages 0 to 2.5 years.

Infant AquaticsTopnotch Health Club, Sol CentralCall: 01933 223458 to book.10am to 12noon, ages 3 months to 4 years.Aqualight Aquanatal YogaBarry Road School, Covington St. Call 01604 830405 to book.6pm, for ladies 12 wks pregnant to 12 months post natal.



Kids Kitchen Cookery ClassBeech Avenue, NorthamptonCall: 01604 710102 to book. 10 to 11am, ages 2 to 5 years. Siblings welcome.Little Kickers At Lodge Park Sports Centre. Call: 01788 899102 to book. “Junior Kickers” 10.10 to 10.55am, ages 2 to 3.5 years & “Mighty Kickers” 11.05 to 11.50am, ages 3.5 to 5 years Move, Make & DoThe Underground @ The Royal & Derngate. Call: 01604 624811 to book. 11.15am to 12.15pm followed by free messy play. Ages 1 to 5.Aqualight BabiesFairfield School, Kingsthorpe. Call 01604 830405 to book. All Aqualight sessions run for 30 mins.8.30am: ages 6 to 12 months, 9am: ages 0 to 6 months, 9.30am: ages 15 months to 2 years, 10am: ages 9 to 15 months, 10.30am: ages 18 months to 2 years, 11am: ages 4 to 9 months, 11.30am: ages 15 months to 18 months & 12noon: ages 0 to 6 months.Aqualight BabiesBarry Road School, Covington St. Call 01604 830405 to book. 2pm, for independent swimmers aged 3 to 5 years, 2.30pm: ages 15 months to 2 years, 3pm: ages 2 to 3 years.“Seahorses” 3.30pm, ages 3+“Octopus” 4pm, ages 4+“Dolphins” 4.30pm, ages 4+Aqualite BabiesPark Inn Hotel, Silver St.Call 01604 830405 to book.9am: independent swimmers aged 3 to 5 years, 9.30am: nearly swimming 2.5 to 4 year olds, 10am: ages 2 to 3 years & 10.30am: ages 15 months to 2 years.

Saturdays

Mondays

Tumble TotsDaventry Leisure Centre. Call 01327300807 to book.“Gymbabes” 9.30 to 10.10am: ages 6 months to walking. “Tumble Tots” 10.30 to 11.15am:for confident walkers to 2 years. “Tumble Tots” 11.30 to 12.15am: ages 2-3 years.WaterbabiesThe Gateway School, TiffieldCall 01295709221 to book.11am to 1pm, ages 0 to 4 years. Music BugsHardingstone Village Hall Call: 08445781017 to book. 9.30 to 10 am for ages 2+ & 10.00 to 10.30am for ages 0 to 2.5 years.

Little Turtle Swim CompanyGateway School, Tiffield. Call:01908 543384 to book.10.45am to 4.15pm, ages 8 weeks to 6 years. Little Kickers Daventry Leisure Centre. Call: 01788 899102 to book.

Saturdays

Little Turtle Swim CompanyGateway School, Tiffield. Call 01908 543384 to book. 9.30am to 12noon, ages 8 weeks to preschool.

Music BugsHardingstone Village HallCall: 08445781017 to book.9.30 to 10 am, ages 2+ years &10.00 to 10.30am, ages 0 to 2.5 years.Krystle Jayne’s Dance AcademySt Mary’s Church Hall, RoadeCall 07791 852891 to book.“Pre-primary Ballet & Tap” 4 to 4.45pm, ages 2.5 years +

Thursdays

Musical MinisWeedon Bec Village Hall. Call 01908259914 to book.9.45 to 10.30am, ages 0 to 5 years.

Wednesdays

Music BugsHardingstone Village HallCall: 08445781017 to book.10 to 10.30am and 11 to 11.30am for ages 0 to 5 years.Krystle Jayne’s Dance AcademySt Mary’s Church Hall, RoadeCall: 07791 852891 to book.“Pre-primary Ballet & Tap” 4 to 4.45pm, ages 2.5 years +

TuesdaysDaventry & Towcester

Villages

Tuesdays

Mini DribblersAt Thomas Becket Catholic School, Boothville. Call: 01933 381362 to book.Beginners 9.30am to 10.15am, ages 18 months to 3 yearsAdvanced 10.30 to 11.15am, ages 3 to 5 years.Little Kickers At Duston School, Northampton. Call: 01788 899102 to book. “Junior Kickers”ages 2 to 3.5 years. Two sessions: 9.30 to 10.15am and 11.30 to 12.15pm“Mighty Kickers” ages 3.5 to 5 years. Two sessions: 9.30 to 10.15am and 10.30 to 11.15am.“Little Kicks” 10.30 to 11.15am, ages 18 -28 months“Mega Kickers” 11.30 to 12.15am, ages up to 6th birthday.

SundaysMusic BugsAbington Parish Rooms, AbingtonCall: 08445781017 to book.10 to 10.45am for ages 0 to 5 years.WaterbabiesThe Marriot Hotel. Call 01295 709221 to book.10am to 1.30pm, ages 0 to 4 years.Tots TennisKings Park Tennis Centre, Moulton Park. 10am to 10.45am, ages 2.5 to 4 years. No need to book.

Music BugsGreens Norton Community CentreCall 0844 8221158 to book. 10.15 to 11am, ages 6 months to 5 years.

Fridays

“Junior Kickers” 9.15 to 10.00am: ages 2 to 3.5 years. “Mighty Kickers”10.15 to 11am and 10.30 to 11.15am: ages 3.5 to 5 years. “Mega Kickers” 11.10 to 11.55am: up to 6th birthday, .Tumble TotsWooton Community & Sports Centre. Call: 01327300807 to book.“Gymbabes” 9.30 to 10.10am, ages 6 months to walking. “Tumble Tots” 10.30 to 11.15am for confident walkers to 2 years. “Tumble Tots” 11.30 to 12.15am, ages 2to 3 years. “Tumble Tots” 12.45 to 1.30pm, ages 3 years to school age.

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...our guide to what’s on this EasterEaster Eggtivities for the whole family!

Wonderful family fun for the Easter weekend. Children’s Easter egg hunt (tokens in exchange for eggs) around the castle grounds, ‘animal’ search, family quiz and Wentworth the Griffin’s quiz. 8th

Children’s Easter Egg Hunt

Rockingham Castle

Easter Weekend FunCanons Ashby

On Good Friday and Saturday (6th and 7th April), from 11am, children can make an Easter tray garden, creating their own imaginary world in miniature. £2 per child/tray.

On Easter Sunday and Monday (8th & 9th April) kids can take part in an Easter Egg Hunt. Chocolate surprises and the beautiful spring gardens at Canons Ashby - the perfect Easter treat! Have fun too with Cadbury’s face painting artists. £2 per child (including egg hunt and face painting.)

Tel: 01327 860044 [email protected]

From 31st March to 15th April there will be an Eggstreme Easter event at Twinlakes Park, Melton Mowbray. With free chocolate egg hunts, craft workshops, lamb feeding and egg collecting. Special guest appearances from Peppa Pig and George on 6th April. Call or go online for ticket info.

Tel: 01664 567777www.twinlakespark.co.uk

Esme and the Easter Bunny need help! Families are invited to join a whole host of eggciting characters and solve the mystery of the missing Easter eggs. Kids can try their luck finding egg tokens on an exciting journey that involves craft activities. Tokens can be swapped for real chocolate at the Easter Eggxchange.Involving live actors, craft activities and some delicious detective work, this is an Easter egg hunt like no other! Performances are around an hour

Esme’s EggstravaganzaRoyal & Derngate

and 9th April, noon to 5pmadult £9, child £5, family (2+2) £23. Tickets include event & castle.

Tel: 01536 770240www.rockinghamcastle.com

Eggstreme Easter EventTwinlakes Park

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Easter Egg SpecialsNorthampton & Lamport Railway

Easter Egg Specials on the 7th, 8th & 9th April 2012. Each child receives a free chocolate egg on the train. Call or visit website for for departure and ticket information.

Tel: 01604 820 327 www.nlr.org.uk.

Easter Egg Hunt

Easter EggstravaganzaWest Lodge Farm

April 8th & 9th. Take part in an egg hunt, egg painting competition and egg & spoon race. Meet the Easter

Bunny and enjoy all the usual attractions at West Lodge Farm.

Tel: 01536 760552www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

Big Bunny Easter Egg HuntSacrewell Farm

On Sat & Sun 24/25th March and from Sat 31st March to Sun 15th April, visitors can hop onboard the bumpy Tractor Ride to the Enchanted Wood, hunt for eggs and meet Sacrewell’s Easter Bunny to receive their very own chocolate gift! Other activities include bottle feeding baby lambs, pony grooming and duck racing.The Easter Egg Hunt is £3 per child and £1.50 for accompanying adults. Please note that normal farm admission also applies.

Tel: 01780 782254 www.sacrewell.org.uk

Easter WorkshopsNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery

On Tuesday 3rd April, children of all ages can get crafty making Easter cards. 10am to 12pm and 1pm to 3pm. Small charge for some activities. Booking not required.

On Wednesday 11th April, Easter shoe vase decorating. Some countries celebrate by placing eggs inside shoes! Kids can decorate their own porcelain shoe vase to keep their own mini eggs in or fill it with spring flowers. No need to book. £2 per shoe.

Tel: 01604 838111. www.northampton.gov.uk/museums

This year’s Easter Egg Hunt at Abington Park Museum is on the 1st,5th,7th,8th & 9th April anytime during museum opening hours. 60p per person.

Tel: 01604 838110 www.northampton.gov.uk/museums

Abington Park Museumlong and start at 11am, 12pm, 2.30pm and 4.30pm from Thursday 5th to Sunday 8th April. Tickets are £6 and can be booked by phone or online.

Tel: 01604 624811www.royalandderngate.co.uk.

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Events Diary

Sun 11thMake Mother’s Day cards at Stanwick Lakes. 1pm to 4pm. Call: 01933 625522 for details.Sun 18thMothering SundayMother’s Day Lunch at Westlodge Rural Centre. Free primrose for mums.

Wed 21st to Sun 25thCinderella on Ice at the Royal & Derngate. Various performance times. Tickets from £14.50. Box Office: 01604 624811Sat 24thPitsford Junior School open morning. 10am to 12noon. Call: 01604 880306 to book.Family hedge-planting morning at Nicholas Hawksmoor Pocket Park, Towcester. 11am to 1pm.Sat 24th, Sun 25th & Sat 31stBig Bunny Egg Hunt at Sacrewell Farm. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Sat 31stEggstreme Easter Event at Twinlakes. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Fri 30thSchools close.

March

Fri 4thOpen morning at Northampton High School for Girls. 9.30 to 12noon. Call: 01604 765765 to book.Sat 5th, Sun 6th & Mon 7thPirate Treasure Trail at Westlodge.Mon 7thBank holiday.Reptile Roadshow at Rookery Open Farm7th, 8th & 9thTeddy bear weekend. Northampton & Lamport Railway. Sat 12th & Sun 13thSheep Shearing Weekend at Sacrewell Farm.Thu 17th, Fri 18th & Sat 19th Little Princess Live On Stage at the Royal & Derngate. Thu 11am & 2pm, Fri & Sat 10am & 12noon. Ages 2+Tickets £10. Box Office: 01604 624811. Sun 27thSheep Shearing Display at Rookery Open Farm

April

Sun 1st to Sun 15thBig Bunny Egg Hunt at Sacrewell Farm. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Sun 1st to Sun 15thEggstreme Easter Event at Twinlakes. See pages 18 & 19 for details.1st,5th,7th,8th & 9th Easter Trails at Abington Park Museum.See pages 18 & 19 for details.

May

2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5thNorthampton Play Rangers at the Racecourse, Northampton, 10 to 11.30am and at Ecton Brook Lake. 12.30 to 2pm. Call: 01604 838049 for more details.Tue 3rdSeasonal crafts including Easter card-making at the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Thu 5thCarnival crafts at the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery. 10am-12 noon & 1-3pm. All ages. Drop in.Thu 5th to Sun 8thEsme’s Eggstavaganza at the Royal & Derngate.See pages 18 & 19 for details.Fri 6thPeppa & George at Twinlakes. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Fri 6th & Sat 7thCirque Du Ciel Shanghai at the Royal & Derngate. 2.30 & 7.30pm both days. Tickets from £11.50. Box Office: 01604 624811Fri 6th & Sat 7thMake an Easter Tray Garden at Canons Ashby. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Sun 8th & Mon 9thEaster Egg Hunt at Canons Ashby. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Sat 7th, Sun 8th & Mon 9thEaster Egg Specials. Northampton & Lamport Railway. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Sun 8th & Mon 9thEaster Eggstravaganza at West Lodge. See ad opp for details.Easter Egg Hunt at Rockingham Castle. See pages 18 & 19 for details.10th, 11th, 12th & 13thNorthampton Play Rangers at Abington Park, 10 to 11.30am

and at Ecton Brook Lake from 12.30 to 2pm. Call: 01604 838049 for more details.Wed 11thMake an Easter shoe vase at the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery. See pages 18 & 19 for details.Fri 13thChris & Pui at the Royal & Derngate. 11.30am & 1pm. Tickets £10. Box Office: 01604 624811Tue 17thSchools re-open.Sat 21stWalgrave Craft Fayre at Walgrave Village Hall. 11am to 3pm. Adults 50p, kids free.

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Introducing...The Present FairyWho/what is the Present Fairy?The Present Fairy a.k.a. Marie, is a party entertainer who delivers presents to children in a unique and magical way, without costing the earth!What is your background and why did you become the Present Fairy?As a mum myself, I often found myself stuck for new ideas when it came to arranging party entertainment for my two children. I’ve done lots of theatre and event management in the past (and I’m also a bit eccentric in general) so I thought that I must be able to put all that experience to some good use! I’m not to sure how I came up with the idea but perhaps it was all the flower fairy stories my mum read to me as a child. Most children would appreciate someone bright, sparkly and energetic at their party, to deliver a present, and to have some fun.I also realise how stressful organising a party can be, so I like to think that I take the pressure off mums and dads, by offering something a bit different, cost effective and totally fun for the kids.Talk us through a typical party visit:I would have spoken with the parents of the birthday boy/girl several times before the party so that together we can plan the right entertainment to suit the birthday star!Having met mum or dad outside (in secret) to collect the present, I then make a surprise entrance to the party, sing ‘Happy Birthday’, and deliver the present. The children and I will then do some dancing, play traditional party games, have some fun with the parachute and read stories. Finally, we go outside to release our magical wish balloons to the Fairy Queen in the sky.How do children react to you?Since I launched The Present Fairy last August, the response from the children has been totally amazing! This is the reason I love doing

it so much. Usually when I arrive, it’s a total surprise, so the children get really excited, and gather around me asking me questions like ‘where do you live?’ and ‘how did you know how to get to my party?’ Kids are transfixed by my sparkly shoes and dress, bright pink tights and most importantly...my pink hair. I’ve had lots of children tell me that I must be a real fairy because nobody ‘normal’ has pink hair!What age range does your entertainment suit?I recommend a starting age of 3. As to a maximum age…there isn’t one! I’ve had a group of teenagers up and dancing the Hokey Cokey… and the first party I did was a joint one for a lady’s husband and their two children. The husband was completely embarrassed by this bright pink fairy turning up at his garden gate singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to him...which was the whole idea!When and in what areas are you happy to take bookings?I’m available to do parties at weekends and I consider all types of venues i.e. houses or halls/community centres etc… and all areas. I do charge a mileage fee for anywhere out of a 10 mile radius from me, but I’m happy to consider all bookings on a case-by-case basis.How long does each visit last?I offer two options. 30 minutes or 1 hour. How much does a visit cost?£55 for 30 minutes and £95 for 1 hour.Contact details:Marie Burgess, tel: 07769 978238, email: [email protected]: www.thepresentfairy.co.uk

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In these difficult times, flexible working hours and therefore flexible childcare are often needed and that is where a nanny can often be the ideal solution for many families; your child can remain feeling secure and happy in familiar surroundings, and you get the care you need at the times you want it as nannies can be adaptable to meet your specific needs.Most nannies will have trained in a relevant childcare qualification to at least NVQ level 2 or above and will have gained several years childcare experience working in a nursery setting or practicing as a childminder.Some nannies may have also gained qualifications specifically related to the nanny profession and be Ofsted registered. They may be able to work evenings, overnight, weekends and early mornings and you won’t need to miss days off work due to your child’s minor illnesses, teething etc. Any professional nanny will have a paediatric first aid certificate too. You should always ask to see evidence of their qualifications and thoroughly discuss their work history at interview.There is often a misconception that nannies are too expensive, but with an average rate of £7-£9 net per hour for an experienced nanny, it is a cost effective option as you only pay for the hours you need and can arrange mutual holidays (unless you want your nanny to come with you!) so you never pay for unused hours.In addition, if your nanny is Ofsted registered

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