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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Newbury Weekly News

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

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Silchester CoE Primary School Ref: FC 0317A

St Gabriel’s School Ref: FC 0217B

St Martin’s East Woodhay CoE Primary School Ref: FC 0117A

Berkshire Family Mediation works with families who want to reach an agreement with their ex-partner about: • The family home • The finances • Child support and maintenance • Listening to what Children have to say

“When a relationship breaks down – It doesn’t just affect you, it affects everybody around you” • Mediation is quicker and cheaper than going to court

• Legal Aid is still available for Mediation • We have Fixed Fees for legal services • Consultation with children

www.berkshirefamilymediation.org.uk 0118 957 1159 Email: info@berksfm.co.uk

Divorce – Separation – Family Breakdown

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Mrs Bland’s Infant School Ref: FC 1517A

St John the Evangelist CoE Infant School Ref: FC 1417A

Spurcroft Primary School Ref: FC 2917B

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Francis Baily Primary School Ref: FC 0517B

Shaw-cum-Donnington CoE Primary School Ref: FC 0717C

Bucklebury CoE Primary School Ref: FC 2317B

Francis Baily Primary School Skillman Drive, Thatcham RG19 4GG Tel: 01635 862188 email: office.fbaily@fb.w-berks.sch.uk website: francisbailyblogs.net

At Francis Baily we are passionate about delivering excellence in learning and teaching for all children, our recent Ofsted inspection (June 2016) rated us a ‘Good’ school. ‘The curriculum is creative and provides pupils with a purpose for learning.’ ‘Pupils enjoy coming to school because they are interested in their work. Pupils are polite and welcoming; they are eager to explain their learning and share their ideas.’ ‘They show great respect for each other and adults.’ We invite you to visit our school and offer individual tours with the Headteacher, we look forward to meeting you and showing you our school. At Francis Baily we are passionate about delivering excellence in learning and teaching for all children, our latest Ofsted inspection (June 2016) rated us a ‘Good’ school. ‘The curriculum is creative and provides pupils with a purpose for learning.’ ‘Pupils enjoy coming to school because they are interested in their work. Pupils are polite and welcoming; they are e ger to explain th ir l rning and share their ideas.’ ‘They show great respect for each other and adults.’ We invite you to visit our school and offer individual tours with the Headteacher, we look forward to meeting you and showing you our school. Places available in most year groups for September 2017 e r u ex l recent Ofsted inspection (June 2016) rated us i r de il it purp s f r le rnin .’ ‘P ils enjoy coming to sch ol because they are interested o ager to xplain t eir l r i nd s ar their ideas.’ ‘They show great respect for each other and i i l i t , l f r r t ti i r l.

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Compton CoE Primary School Ref: FC 0917A

Chilton Foliat Primary School Ref: FC 7317A

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School Ref: FC 0817A

Beedon CoE Primary School Ref: FC 1017A

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We are the ideal place for children aged 2-18 years with an interest in performing to learn Pop Singing, Street Dance, Musical Theatre & Drama! Call us to book your FREE ONE WEEK trial session!

Call Debbi on: 01635 905404 or email: newbury@razzamataz.co.uk Park House School, Andover Road, Newbury RG14 6NQ

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Baydon St Nicholas CoE Primary School Ref: FC 1617B

The Cedars School Ref: FC 3017B

Kingsclere CoE Primary School Ref: FC 2017A

Ramsbury Primary School Ref: FC 1717B

Happy and Successful We hope you will visit to see for yourself Open Morning Thursday 16th November 9.30am - 12 noon An independent school for boys and girls aged 4 -11 years

The Cedars School, Church Road, Aldermaston, Berkshire, RG7 4LR www.thecedarsschool.co.uk Tel: 01189 714 251

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Parsons Down Infant School Ref: FC 2417B

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Speenhamland Primary School Ref: FC 4317B

Fir Tree School Ref: FC 1317A

Come and see our schools...

Open Classroom Morning Thursday 16th November 2017 9:30am to 10:30am Please call us for a prospectus or to book a place on the Open Classroom Morning rsday 16th November 2017 : 0:30a

Open Classroom Morning Monday 16th October 2017 9:30am to 10:30am Please call us for a prospectus or to book a place on the Open Classroom Morning Friday 24th November 2017 :

Speenhamland School Pelican Lane, Newbury Berkshire, RG14 1NU Tel: 01635 41077

Fir Tree Primary School Fir Tree Lane, Newbury Berkshire, RG14 2RA Tel: 01635 42129

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Tadley Community Primary School Ref: FC 2217A

Burnham Copse Primary School Ref: FC 2117A

Thatcham Park CoE Primary School Ref: FC 0417B

Tuesday 10th Nov at 9.15 or 10.30am Thursday 12th Nov at 1.15 or 2.30pm Thatcham Park CE Primary School Park Avenue, Thatcham, Berkshire OPEN EVENTS NEW INTAKE (SEPT 16) Tuesday 7th November at 9.10am .15am Wednesday 15th November at 1.1 pm or 2.30p (Sept 20 8)

Introduction, children’s presentation and a tour of the school with the children followed by an opportunity to ask questions

We look forward to showing you our school

To book please telephone 01635 870950

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Brightwalton Primary School Ref: FC 3917A

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Welford & Wickham CoE Primary School Ref: FC 3817A

The Winchcombe School Ref: FC 7117A

The Winchcombe School, situated close to Newbury town centre, is a thriving primary school with pupils aged three to 11. Rated ‘‘Good’’ by OFSTED in November 2016. The school’s motto “Achieve Believe Care” summarises its positive ethos and vision to develop children to reach their full potential in a safe, collaborative environment. If your child is due to start school in September 2018, or is entitled to the 15 hours or 30 hours extended government nursery funding, then come and see our school for yourselves. We invite you to our purpose built Foundation Area for an informal presentation and a look around our school.

The Winchcombe School Maple Crescent, Newbury, RG14 1LN Achieve, Believe, Care

Foundation Open Days Tuesday 7th November 1.30 – 2.30pm Tuesday 21st November 9.30 – 10.30am Please telephone the school office on 01635 232780 or email: office@winchcombe.w-berks.sch.uk to book a session or an alternative time to visit our Foundation and School.

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Shalbourne CoE Primary School Ref: FC 1817A

Ecchinswell & Sydmonton CoE Primary School Ref: FC 1917A

Brimpton CoE Primary School Ref: FC 4717A

Englefield CoE Primary School Ref: FC 4917B

Nursery can be more affordable than you think! Claim your free 15 hours* or 30 hours* of free childcare at Audlen House Day Nursery Offering care and education to children aged 3 months to 5 years All Year and Term Time sessions available Various session times • Rated Outstanding by Ofsted • Separate pre-school • Extended opening times • Thoughtfully designed large garden *Terms and conditions apply

131-133 Station Road, Thatcham RG19 4QH TEL: 01635 876667 EMAIL: aesopaudlen@aol.com EMAIL: www.audlen-house-nursery.co.uk

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Cold Ash St Mark’ s CoE Primary School Ref: FC 7017A

St Andrew’s School, Pangbourne Ref: FC 5817A

St Finian’s Catholic Primary School Ref: FC 1117B

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Book now for Term Course or Holiday Crash Course Compton, Newbury/Thatcham & Woodcote Non-swimmers & Improvers from 3 ½ yrs Snorkelling & Diving Deep End Stroke Improvers 6 children per class Teachers DBS checked Advanced & Club Level swimmers

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

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St Thomas’ CoE Primary School Ref: FC 2517A

Burghclere Primary School Ref: FC 2817A

Whitelands Park Primary School Ref: FC 0617B

WHITELANDS PARK SCHOOL, SAGECROFT ROAD, THATCHAM, BERKSHIRE WHITELANDS PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL QUALITY LEARNING IN ACTION Come and visit us to see our excellent children in action Call the Secretary on: 01635 - 862517 to make your appointment with Mr Irving, Headteacher, who will be delighted to take you on a personal tour of this local primary school.

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Enborne CoE Primary School Ref: FC 3117C

Inkpen Primary School Ref: FC 3217A

Harriet House School, Frilsham Ref: FC 3317A

Sulhamstead & Ufton Nervet CoE Primary School Ref: FC 3417A

Kennet School An Outstanding Academy Leading the Kennet School Academies Trust Headmaster: P G Dick OBE JP DL Kennet School Stoney Lane Thatcham RG19 4LL Telephone: 01635 862121 Fax 01635 871814 e-mail: office@kennetschool.co.uk www.kennetschool.co.uk

Kennet School is a dynamic and ambitious 11-18 co-educational comprehensive school which opened in September 1957; now, as then, it serves the population of Thatcham and the surrounding villages. As the most over-subscribed school in West Berkshire, the school has grown steadily in terms of numbers on roll and more importantly, facilities available to pupils and staff alike, in pursuit of excellence. The GCSE results in 2015 were in the top 20% nationally for attainment and in the top 4% nationally for value added progress. STOP PRESS: OFSTED 2016: Kennet is OUTSTANDING net Scho l is a dynamic and ambitious 11- 8 co-education l comprehensiv school w ich opened in S ptemb r 1957; now, as then, it erv s the popula ion of Thatcham and the surroundi g villages. As the most ov r-subscribed chool in West B rk hire, the school has grown steadily in terms of numbers on roll and more importantly, facilities available to pupils and staff alike, in pursuit of excellence. Kennet School is consistently in the top 20% of schools nationally for progress and attainment. Kennet was declared Outstanding by Ofsted in May, 2016. The 2017 A Level results were the best in West Berkshire, by far. Sixth Form Open Evening is Thursday, 16 N vember at 7:00pm.

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Streatley CoE Primary School Ref: FC 4017A

Hampstead Norreys CoE Primary School Ref: FC 4117A

John Rankin Infant School Ref: FC 5517C

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Chaddleworth St Andrew’s & Shefford CoE Federated Primary Schools Ref: FC 3617A

Stockcross CoE Primary School Ref: FC 3517A

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Hermitage Primary School Ref: FC1217A

OPEN DAY

HERMITAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL HAMPSTEAD NORREYS ROAD, HERMITAGE, BERKS. RG18 9SA We would like to invite you to our OPEN DAY for prospective new starters in September 2018 If your child will be starting Reception in Sep 2018, please come for a tour of the school, see our fantastic children in action and hear a presentation from our Headteacher Mrs Peta Collicott Your children are welcome to join us. Wednesday 8th November. We will be running two sessions: 9.45am and 1.30pm Please either call or email the school office to book your place. T: 01635 200355 E: office@hermitage.w-berks.sch.uk We very much look forward to seeing you!

Headteacher Mrs Peta Collicott

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Bishopswood Infant School Ref: FC 6217B

Curridge Primary School Ref: FC6917A

Thorngrove School Ref: FC 6617B

Woolhampton CoE Primary School Ref: FC4517B

“Abacus has been amazing for our little girl. Abacus Day Nursery & Pre-School She's gained a lot of confidence and learns new things every day.” Caz C (Parent)

www.completechildcare.co.uk 01635 550 134

Contact us today to arrange your visit

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Theale CoE Primary School Ref: FC6117B

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Home Farm Pre-prep, Elstree School Ref: FC2617A

Yattendon CoE Primary School Ref: FC4417A

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

The Willows Primary School Ref: FC4217A

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Great Bedwyn CoE Primary School Ref: FC3717B

Falkland Primary School Ref: FC4617A

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Aldermaston CoE Primary School Ref: FC 4817A

Cheam School Ref: FC 5117B

Pangbourne Primary School Ref: FC 5017B

Alder Bridge School Ref: FC 2717A

Our second Kindergarten is now open and taking admissions Our School is open for 0-14 year olds and we are taking inquiries for admissions

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Basildon CoE Primary School Ref: FC 5717B

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Kintbury St Mary’s CoE Primary School Ref: FC 5617A

Burghfield St Mary’s CoE PrimarySchool Ref: FC 7417A

Welcome to The Kintbury School of Ballet We opened in January 2011 at The Coronation Hall, Kintbury Children’s ballet classes are held every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday during school term times and adult ballet on a Friday morning Alex Foley has taught ballet to a professional level for the last 20 years. A former professional dancer with a passion for teaching ballet. She taught at The Royal Ballet School, White Lodge, for 5 years, until moving to the area. All classes can lead to RAD examinations if so desired We have a warm and friendly atmosphere offering ballet classes for all ages and abilities From total novice to those who want to go on to dance professionally we can provide exceptional training to help you achieve your dreams alex@kintburyballet.com • 07748 620 374 • www.kintburyballet.com

KINTBURY BALLET

SCHOOL

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Bradfield CoE Primary School Ref: FC 6417A

Lambourn CoE Primary School Ref: FC 6017A

Brockhurst and Marlston House Schools Pre-prep, Ridge House Ref: FC 6817A

Beenham Primary School Ref: FC 6317A

15th-17th December 2017 | Arlington Arts Centre | Adult £18 | Concession £16 | Family £60

Arlington Arts Centre Mary Hare, Snelsmore Newbury, RG14 3BQ

www.arlingtonarts.co.uk 01635 244246

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Robert Sandilands Primary School Ref: FC 6517A

The Ilsleys Primary School Ref: FC 7217A

Ashford Hill Primary School Ref: FC 5217B

St Michael’s CoE (Aided) School, Aldbourne Ref: FC 5317B

Expires 10th December 2017

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Thursday, 2 November, 2017

Chieveley Primary School Ref: FC 6717A

Hungerford Primary School Ref: FC 5917A

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Mortimer St John’s CE Infant School Ref: FC 5417A

tel: 01635 522200 www.roderickanthony.com

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