Wrexham

KiddiVouchers – giving parents and employers more to play with!

Childcare vouchers are a Government approved scheme aimed at helping working parents to afford quality childcare. Parents can save over £900* a year in tax and National Insurance, simply by paying their childcare provider with childcare vouchers instead of cash.

There’s no means-testing, no claim forms and it only takes 10 minutes to register. Both parents can take part, to double their savings. Childcare vouchers can be used for nurseries, pre-school, childminders, nannies, out-of-school care and holiday clubs, for children aged 0 to 15. KiddiVouchers schemes are also simple and convenient for employers, offering employer National Insurance savings of up to £373* a year for every parent who takes part.

Find out how easy it is - call free on 0800 612 4395. *Savings depend on individual circumstances

Sadly, meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia continue to kill more children under five than any other infectious disease and there is still no vaccine to protect against the most common forms. Therefore, it is vital to raise awareness of the symptoms and the importance of early recognition so prompt treatment can be given, which can often mean the difference between life and death.

Meningitis UK aims to increase the understanding of the disease through our ongoing awareness programme. We also fund a number of pioneering vaccine development research projects across the UK to find a vaccine to eradicate the disease. If you require any further information about meningitis or the work that we do, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Meningitis UK is the working name of Spencer Dayman Meningitis UK, registered charity no. 1076774

Address: 25 Cleeve Wood Road, Downend, Bristol, BS16 2SF
Email: information@meningitisuk.org

Web: www.meningitisuk.org

Have you ever wished that children came with a manual?

One ordinary day, seemingly just like any other you become a parent. And you spend the next few years wondering what on earth has hit you. You would like a reliable source of advice to turn to, to help you with the most important yet demanding role of your life?

So how do you learn to deal with amongst others -

What happens when you become a new parent!

Balancing work and family!

Increased stress!

Your child's behaviour!

Changes to you and your partners relationship!

Why you are the parent you are!

Jackie Grier is a nurse, Health visitor and coach with 20 years experience, working with both parents and professionals. She has a flexible, affordable, approach to coaching that suits your needs and lifestyle as a busy parent.

Parent coaching at Emerald is offered on the telephone, face to face and in group workshops. So if you would like to be a more confident parent, understand that you are the expert on your children and learn to trust your own judgement contact Emerald Parent Coaching and..

become the parent you were always meant to be ...

We stock an extensive range of children's books at our Upminster shop. Fiction for all ages; non-fiction for project work and general interest; reading schemes such as 'Oxford Reading Tree' and 'Letterland'; revision books for all key stages.

Mail Order Available.

A national mail order company for all your instrument requirements. Call for our free catalogue featuring musical instruments at discount prices or log onto our website for full details.

Web: www.starland.co.uk

One of the largest suppliers of books and stationery. Branches nationwide or buy online. Everything your child needs for school and more. Please see our banner on the Links Page found on the Home Page.

An excellent directory.

Find details and pictures of many of the UK's most popular dog breeds. Have your questions answered or your problems solved on-line by specialists in the fields of conventional veterinary medicine, natural treatments, dog behaviour and training.

Locate a vet for cats or dogs in an area near you.

Waterstone's opened their first bookshop in Old Brompton Rd, London, in 1982. Since then they have become well recognized as a chain of bookshops with a love of literature. Click onto their website for full details of books as well as the latest literary events and signings.

Web: www.waterstones.co.uk

Dyslexia Friendly Learning Activities that are FUN for all the Family

All Memory Motivator products are quality, educational activities that have been selected to increase self-confidence and stimulate the learning process in reading, spelling and arithmetic. Products include: handwriting activities, spelling games, software, numeracy resources and Active Learning Place Mats. The Active Learning Place Mats were short-listed for ‘BEST GIFT FOR KIDS’ Gift of the Year 2004!

Fax: 01604 505001
Email: info@msl-online.net

Web: www.msl-online.net

Parent Coaching, Advice & Support

Parents often come to me because their child is struggling with meltdowns, having a hard time fitting in at school, hitting or struggling around anxiety or food.

As a certified Parent Coach, I can teach you the skills to support your child more effectively - learning tools around emotional regulation, boundaries, and communication for improved parent-child relationships.

I can support you and your child on topics such as:

• Divorce or separation
• Handling teenage mood swings
• What to do about temper tantrums
• Managing sleep concerns
• Handling screen addiction
• Challenges at school

And much more. Please reach out to book a call about my parent coaching packages.

Based in Bristol, I am available online for coaching nationally

Helping others parent joyfully is my mission!

Email: nina@journeyintoparenting.com

Pet Protect provides an affordable and simple way to insure your pet if the worst should happen.

With Pet Protects’ lifelong cover, from the moment your insurance starts, they are there to help. Take a look at their website for full details.

The Britchops Foundation Drum Course is a new multimedia eBook drum course in Adobe PDF format.

This course provides all the information you need to begin learning today's popular drumming styles such as Pop, Rock and Britpop/Indie in the comfort of your own home.

Drum charts by top UK and US bands Oasis, Cast and Bryan Adams are featured by kind permission from Sony Music Entertainment and Universal Music Publishing. Other features include extensive MIDI file library in GM/GS/XG format, Digital Imaging, Professional Drum Score Notation and extensive Tutor Notes.

Find out more at:

Web: www.britchops.co.uk

GCSE, IGCSE and A Level Examination Entry

3A Tutors Ltd is a Private Examination Centre based in Bristol.

We specialise in providing private candidate examination entry for many GCSE, IGCSE and A Level subjects as well as Functional Skills Maths tests.

Candidates simply register with us as a private candidate and attend on the relevant examination dates.

Our services are ideal for:

• Home educated students
• Re-sit candidates (e.g. GCSE Maths, GCSE English etc)
• Students who wish to take an additional qualification not available at their school, for instance bilingual children (e.g. GCSE Chinese).
• Gifted children who wish to take a qualification early (e.g. GCSE Maths)
• Distance learning students
• Mature students looking to gain additional qualifications, perhaps for a career change.

We have been a registered Examination Centre (50538) with all the main examination boards for many years.

There are no entry requirements or age restrictions to enter for examinations with us.

Candidates can simply register and just attend examinations with us - alternatively we can also offer optional tuition support, if required.

Simply visit our website or contact us for more information on any of our services.

Is your child/adult learner struggling with spelling and related skills?
Is your child/adult learner underachieving or is possibly dyslexic?
Do you want to see him/her succeed NOW?

RwRR can help you. RwRR (Read it wRite it Remember it) is a unique multisensory STRATEGY, which deals with common areas of failure regarding spelling and related skills and due to its flexible nature it can be tailor-made to individual, group or class needs with little or no preparation.

Our selection of workbooks, flashcards and guides give parents and teachers the tools to help learners acquire the necessary skills for confident spelling. This will in turn help with better long and short-term memory, better concentration, improved self-esteem and encourages independent learning.

Visit our website today and discover an exciting way forward and one you will want to tell others about!

Mobile: 07752 599968
Email: dianeguerard@hotmail.com

Extra-Curricular Classes - In Schools

Our clubs are hands-on, fun, and educational, giving children the chance to develop cooking skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive setting.

With a catalogue of four years’ worth of recipes, children make something new every week - switching between savoury and sweet dishes - while mastering essential kitchen skills like weighing, chopping, creaming, and kneading.

What’s included for the children:
A recipe prepared each session
All ingredients provided, including dietary substitutions (gluten-free, dairy-free, etc.)
Aprons to borrow
Laminated recipe card with a healthy message
Packaging to take their creations home

“Such a popular extracurricular activity, extremely well organised; they are run by dedicated, enthusiastic staff who are educating our children in cookery skills and widening their horizons! First Class!” Rob Harmer, Headteacher at St Marys School, Henley-on-Thames

School Holiday Workshops

Are you looking for a fun and educational activity for your child during the holidays? Look no further! Our holiday workshops are designed to inspire young cooks while having fun in the kitchen.

Guided by our friendly and experienced Smart Raspberry cookery teachers, children will gain valuable skills in food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen safety and of course presenting their dishes nicely. Our workshops are often themed recipes from a particular country, season, festival or occasion and are age appropriate. We have regular breaks throughout the day and offer additional activities such as colouring in, foodie quizzes and games especially for the younger age groups. At the end of the day, everyone can take their creations home to impress friends and family with their new found skills

Parties

Stress-Free, Fun-Filled Cookery Parties for Kids! If you are planning a birthday party soon let Smart Raspberry take care of the fun while you enjoy a stress-free celebration! Simply invite your guests, and we’ll handle everything else – ingredients, equipment, and plenty of excitement.

“My daughter had the Smart Raspberry cupcake party for her 8th birthday. It was fantastic and all the girls loved it – the cake making, the icing (with an animal theme) and eating the final product! One of her friends needed an egg-free version and her Mum said they were the best egg-free cakes she had ever tasted! I would thoroughly recommend Smart Raspberry for an exciting and hassle-free party” Karen, Parent

Online Courses

Can’t access one of our in-person classes? Join us online! We offer:

• Weekly Online Classes
• Duke of Edinburgh & University Courses
• Specialist classes for Coeliac children

All from the comfort of your own home, with guidance from our experienced Smart Raspberry teachers.

Children's cookery classes in Acton, Amersham, Ascot, Aylesbury, Beaconsfield, Bletchley, Birmingham, Bracknell, Chigwell, Chesham, Chiswick, Denham, Ealing, Epping, Gerrards Cross, Great Missenden, Haddenham, Hammersmith, Harefield, Hayes, Hemel Hempstead, Henley-on-Thames, High Wycombe, Hillingdon, Ilford, Loughton, Luton, Maidenhead, Marlow, Milton Keynes, Newport Pagnell, North West London, Northwood, Olney, Princes Risborough, Reading, Ruislip, Slough, Solihull, St Albans, Stony Stratford, Stevenage, Thame, Uxbridge, West Drayton, West London, Wendover, Windsor, Woburn Sands, Wokingham, Woodford, Welwyn Garden City, Winslow

Caldene put hard work and over 75 years experience and training into every winning garment they make. There range is the most complete, whatever your chosen discipline you can always wear Caldene. Choose your horse or pony with care; Choose your equestrian pursuit with enthusiasm; Choose Caldene Riding Wear to give you the extra confidence to Win!

Log onto their very friendly website for full details of how to buy on-line.

Top-rated coding education for children aged 6–17, available UK-wide.

Codingal offers live, tutor-led coding and AI classes for children in Years 2–13 (Grades 1–12). With expert teachers drawn from the top 1% of applicants, children learn Scratch, Python, web development, game development, app development, roblox and data science — all from home, on a flexible timetable that fits around school and family life. Trusted by over 1 million learners across 135 countries, Codingal delivers rigorous, personalised instruction with STEM.org-accredited certificates included.

Book a free trial lesson today. www.codingal.com Online — available to children across the UK

Email: support@codingal.com

Codingal is a top-rated online coding and AI platform for children, offering live one-to-one and small group classes for learners aged 5 to 17. Backed by Y Combinator, Codingal has built a global reputation for high-quality, child-friendly coding education — with over 1 million students enrolled across 135+ countries and a 4.6/5 rating on Trustpilot.

Classes are fully online and can be booked at any time and day to suit your family's schedule. Children are matched with expert teachers — all vetted from the top 1% of applicants — who guide them through structured, age-appropriate courses. Course areas include Scratch, Python, web development, app development, game development, data science, roblox and AI. Every child can try a free lesson before committing, and all courses come with STEM.org-accredited certificates. A 100% money-back guarantee is also available.

Book a free trial lesson today: www.codingal.com

Hi there! My name is Emma Shannon and I have loved art from a very young age. I qualified as a primary teacher in 2006 and soon discovered that, due to timetable restraints, there was not enough time dedicated to the arts at school. I was often seeing children with low confidence being taken out of a rare art lesson to do more maths and English.

I believe that we should value art as a subject more as being creative makes us feel good, increases our self confidence and helps us think in different ways.

As an artist and a teacher, it was the logical choice to bring my two passions together to create Go Sketch Club!

I believe in teaching children that there is no such thing as 'good art' and 'bad art', only art we like and don't like. Everyone likes different art! We celebrate 'mistakes' as 'opportunities' within the creative process.

Go Sketch Club aims to develop young artists into self confident, imaginative and creative thinking adults of tomorrow. What can we offer?

Online zoom classes
Drawing tuition for age 9-16 on Tues and Thurs 5pm-6pm
Home Education Art Club: Weds 10am-11am

Arty Parties
If your child loves to draw, paint and create, we have a wide variety of fun art-based birthday parties to suit your artistic child! We even do adult parties if you feel like a unique and calm creative gathering. We can even tailor-make a fun and unique art birthday party for you and your child! All you need to do is have an idea for the theme, supply a work space and away we go! We can travel to a venue you have hired out or we can come to your home.

For example we can do a workshop on cartooning, comic strips, kawaii cartoons, manga/anime faces, zendoodle animals, watercolour painting (any topic), painting masterpiece with a canvas each, clay sculpture and we can even tailor make a party to fit your theme. We are based in Taunton so but love to travel so do get in touch.

Online Zoom Classes: www.gosketchclub.com/allliveclasses
Art Parties in South West: www.gosketch.co.uk/arty-birthday-parties/

Email: emma@gosketch.co.uk

Children's online Art Classes and Art Parties in Devon, Somerset, Bristol, Gloucester, Wiltshire, Dorset & London

Weekend, After-school & Holiday Camps Coding Classes for 6 to 16 years old

Skills Lab is a platform with a huge library of video lessons for kids 6 to 16 to learn everything about coding & game design.

The World-wide Education Service (WES) is one of the leading providers of home education courses worldwide. We supply accredited comprehensive, up-to-date learning courses for children aged 4-14 years. No previous teaching experience is required.

WES is designed to create a school in the home, this is particularly beneficial where education facilities are limited or, where there is a need to "top up" local school education.

Our service includes:

• An initial assessment of your child’s educational level.
• Courses tailored to the individual needs of your child, based on the National Curriculum of England.
• All necessary books and materials to support the subjects.
• An introduction from your WES personal tutor who will advise and support you in your role of teacher.
• Regular assessments of your child’s progress.
• A final report detailing your child’s educational level to hand on to future schools.
• A Certificate of Completion

WES is also able to offer a home schooling package for special needs children. Coursework can be adapted to accommodate specific requirements.