Community Noticeboard
Please see below details of local events/information/holiday clubs that may be of interest:
Road Safety
Please see the flyer and the links below which contain useful Road Safety resources reminding pupils why it is important that everyone dresses brightly when out and about.
Holiday Clubs and Events
The Next Thing Education will be hosting a variety of tech filled activities at Richard Whittington Primary School, CM23 3NP on the 28th – 31st May at 9 am to 4 pm each day for children aged 5 to 11 years old.
There mission is simple: to inspire, engage, and empower the next generation of innovators. They aim to spark curiosity and foster creativity using cutting-edge technology. The tech camps will include:
LEGO ENGINEERING – Create and build frames with axles and crankshafts that allow you to explore and learn about different functions like spinning or turning back and forth.
VIRTUAL REALTIY - With the magic of VR, you can explore breath-taking virtual worlds, design your own adventures, and unleash your imagination like never before.
3D CREATIONS - Unlock your inner Tech Artist and create mesmerising three-dimensional creations, letting your imagination soar!
LASER TAG - Step into the action-packed world of laser tag! Engage in thrilling battles and team up with friends in the ultimate test of skill and strategy.
CIRCUITRY AND ELECTRONICS– Learn about electronics with circuit cubes and test your building skills with endless projects possibilities!
There will be different activities each day, to find the camp specific activities please visit https://www.nextthing.education/product/richard-whittington-primary-school-may-camp/
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To book visit www.junioradventuresgroup.co.uk
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School Opening Events and Primary Transition Dates
Little Monsters House of Fun
Little Monsters House of Fun are giving parents and children starting primary school this September 2024, the opportunity to get together and meet one another for a special MINI MONSTER RECEPTION CLASS MEET for their school. It will be a great way for parents and their child to make friends with their new classmates and like minded parents.
For more information and to REGISTER your child please visit: http://www.minimonstermeet.co.uk and PLEASE SHARE this info to parent/school groups as well as any parents you know who's children are starting reception class this September - thank you.
Avanti Grange Secondary School
Please find below key dates for Year 6 students transition events:
- Primary School Visits Starting from Monday 3rd June 2024
- Avanti Quest Saturday 18th May 2024
- Uniform Fitting (by appointment) Thursday 13th June 2024
- Enhanced Transition Afternoon (invite only) Thursday 27th June 2024
- Parents Information Evening Thursday 4th July 2024
- Secondary Transition Day Thursday 11th July 2024
Helene Romanes School
Please find below key dates for Year 5 and Year 6 students transition events:
- Year 6 Parents Information Evening Tuesday 18 June 2024
- Year 6 Induction Days Thursday 27th June and Friday 28th June 2024
- Year 5 Taster Day Friday 5th July 2024
Local Events and Support
TouchPoint Community FoodShare in Takeley
Come and find us at the Old School Community Centre on Dunmow Road, Takeley. We have plenty of fresh supermarket surplus that would otherwise go to waste. We will be open 10-11am every Thursday. This is for everyone in our community. Please come along and bring a bag!
Uttlesford District Council Information
Breakfast and After School Clubs
Sports Clubs
Dance and Theatre Arts/Drama