Boo Magazine Leeds Spring 2012

The free lifestyle magazine for you and yours 1

Estate Planning

Recipes - Weekly Planner - Class Reviews Around and About - Vouchers - Dad Zone - Kids

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Adoption one mothers personal story

the DaDDy bloggers

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Issue 11 | Spring 2012 | Leeds

The free lifestyle magazine for you and yours

Spring 2012

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12 Dad’s have their sayWe talk to daddy bloggers

6 Will Planning

18 Adoption One mothers personal story

ContentsSpring 2012

Regulars

5 Boo to you

10 Boo News

15 Tickety Boo

17 Dad Zone

21 Baby and toddler weekly planner

30 Competition

32 Boo Food

34 Boo Kids

35 Shop till you drop

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Estate Planning

Recipes - Weekly Planner - Class Reviews

Around and About - Vouchers - Dad Zone - Kids

FREEPlease take one

Adoption

one mothers personal story

the DaDDy

bloggers and they are talking about feelings

Issue 11 | Spring 2012 | Leeds


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to you!

What a lovely start to spring we are having. The sun seems to give everything new perspective and I don’t know about you but it makes me want to clean things, declutter and reorganize. My home has never looked so neat and tidy - I even managed to spring clean my laptop then spent days looking for documents I’d filed away! If spring makes you want to get your house in order then take a look at our article on will planning. It’s so very important and often overlooked. A real investment in our family’s future. We also have a very personal, very honest account of one mother’s decision to put her child up for adoption. Her story is heart warming and will give you a whole different view on adoption.

Don’t forget June 17th is Fathers Day - in honour of the dads in our life we asked some daddy bloggers to tell us how they felt about becoming a father and why they blog. After you’ve read all about them take a look at their blogs - you may become addicted just like us! Spring is a perfect time to get our children out into the garden and plant some seeds, what kid doesn’t like getting their hands dirty? Growing the vegetables’ is the easy part though - getting our little darlings to eat their recommended daily allowance is a whole other story! Vegetarian mum Joules, shares some very tasty vegetarian recipes that will not only get your children asking for more but will also impress your friends. Lastly we would like to congratulate our partner in

crime here at Boo magazine, Liz, she took her other business Ruby and GINGER onto the famous Dragons Den and managed to hook herself a dragon - read all about it on page 10 and win the Everything’s Covered Set which brought her success in the den.Hope you enjoy reading our Spring issue as much as we enjoyed putting it together. Don’t forget to tell your friends about the magazine and visit our website for more information and articles.

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You Time

Nobody likes to talk about dying and it makes us feel terribly grown up to even think about planning a Will but we recently spoke to local firm Emsleys Solicitors and we realise just how important it is to do. Here’s what they had to say...

As the parent of babies, toddlers or school age children, wills are probably the last thing on your mind right now (we know: every member of our wills and probate team has or has had a very young family). However a will can give you and your spouse/partner complete peace of mind. Firstly you can appoint testamentary guardians. These are the people or person who would be responsible for your children’s welfare (and bring them up) if one or both of you were to pass away. Generally speaking, if you are in a relationship and one of you were to die, the other would normally bring up the children. If you are single or separated, or if you were both to die at the same time, then you need to have nominated a trusted friend or family member to take on this responsibility. It may be that you will want to appoint your mother, father, brother or sister or would like your partner’s family to be involved

or consulted. As well as testamentary guardians, you can also appoint trustees who would be responsible for finances until your children were of an age to take control of their own money. No one wants a 10 year old coming in to a large sum of cash. Trustees can be the same people as testamentary guardians or they can be different. We are experts at dealing with this issue and will provide you with no-nonsense practical advice.

If you are reading this article, then you are probably aged between 25 and 50. If you were to die, the chances are that at some point in the future

your spouse or partner could meet someone else and cohabit with them and/or remarry. If this did happen, there is a risk that your own children could be disinherited and receive no part of your estate whatsoever. At Emsleys we specialise in preparing trust wills to allow you to put your share of any property you own (together with any other assets) into a trust. This allows your spouse or partner to stay there for the rest of their lives and bring up the children but if they did remarry or permanently cohabit with a new partner your share of the property and any other assets would be safe for your children.We are committed to securing your children’s inheritance. At Emsleys our wills are tailor-made to suit your specific requirements.

For complete peace of mind contact Liz Stephen at Emsleys directly on 0113 201 4900, email [email protected] or visit our website www.emsleys.co.uk.

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My story is not unique. I’m not the first person in the word to put their baby up for adoption and I won’t be the last. My story is not one of sorrow or regret. My story will hopefully make you think twice before you judge me or other parents like me who have made this tough decision to give their baby to someone else.I wasn’t young when I made my decision. I wasn’t a teenager. I wasn’t on drugs. I wasn’t dependant on any substances. I was 24 years old, I had a good job, I had a degree, my own home and a beautiful 2 year old boy. I was a single mum already. I’d been with my sons father since I was a teenager, we were engaged to be married when I fell pregnant and while I grew up overnight my childhood sweetheart spun out of control and when our relationship turned violent I made the decision to leave the and raise my baby alone. Being a parent in any circumstances is tough but I was young(er), I was still studying, I took a second job to make ends

meet and I raised my son by myself. I was there every night to put him to bed and every morning to take him to school. I sacrificed, I struggled and many nights I cried myself to sleep. But I loved my son and I would have moved mountains to make him happy. In those 2 and a bit years I didn’t even consider another relationship. I had only every had one boyfriend and the thought of dating again terrified me. Then one day as I was casually sitting in reception at work (having a chat with the girls) in walked a man who

changed my whole world. It’s cliché to say but it really was a case of our eyes met across the room (or reception) and we instantly fell in love with each other. It took 24 hours for us to organize our first date and a fairytale romance began and lasted a very heady, very intense 3 months.

In reality he was much older than me (10 years), he lived in a granny flat at his sisters house, he was a failed author editing a corporate magazine waiting for his ‘big break’. When the initial infatuation wore off we had absolutely nothing in common and very little to talk about. The romance faded out we went our separate ways never to cross paths again... Not long after that I began to feel like something was just not right. I had always been very athletic. I had a healthy diet, ran daily, plus gymed twice a week

but suddenly I was gaining weight faster than a turkey at Christmas, I was vomiting daily and I lacked energy. Still being pregnant never crossed my mind - firstly Mr Dream Boat had told me he

wasn’t able to have children and secondly I was on the pill. The problem was he WAS able to have children and I wasn’t the most regular at taking the pill, infact looking back I was lucky if I remembered to take it every other day. I was almost 20 weeks pregnant when I finally realised I was not

Adoption One mothers personal story


just getting fat, I was, infact, pregnant. My world fell apart. I had just started a new job, I was earning decent money, my son was thriving, we had a great routine - things we’re good but this changed everything. My decision to look into adoption didn’t come easily. I had this vision of a grey bleak children’s home with rows of cots and neglected children - I didn’t want this for my child. I wasn’t going to leave this baby on a doorstep. I wanted the best for both my children and if I could give this baby a family - a mother and father then I wanted that for her. I also thought of my son - who, lets be honest, spent more time with nannies and nursery school teachers than he did with me. I couldn’t take more of me away from him - could I? The adoption really fell into place so easily. I only told one friend I was pregnant and that I was considering adoption, she prayed for me in a prayer circle she was part of, a lady in the prayer circle asked her to tell her more about my thoughts, she told her friend and her friend asked for my number. Two days later, out of the blue, I received a phone call from the most amazing lady. We became instant friends - first and foremost she was concerned

about me, she wanted to help me with my decision, secondly she wanted to adopt my baby. They were a lovely couple, they already had a little girl, and desperately wanted another but they never ever put any pressure on me. Everything felt very very natural. As my due date came closer and closer we started making plans, we found a social worker who had dealt with private adoption previously - they wanted me to have some professional support. We met up every other week, we went to doctor’s appointments together, I felt like part of their family, like their elder daughter. It made my decision easier. I was always a slim size 8, at nine months pregnant I was in size 12 clothes. No one knew I was pregnant so when the date of my planned c-section arrived I left my son with my parents for the weekend and went to the hospital. The whole experience was very calm and organized. The social worker and both the adoptive parents were in the theatre with me. I held my baby after she was born and visited her in neo natal (she was slightly small and had jaundice) we all left the hospital at the same time. I kissed my little girl and told her I had given her a better life. That’s twelve years ago now, I’m still in contact with her and

her parents. I was at her first birthday and many after that, we’ve all holidayed together, we talk often and swap photos. We have a close relationship and I have never for one day regretted my decision. I could never have given two children the attention or care small children needed. Instead I gave her a better life and in turn gave my son a better life. I often think if I hadn’t met this wonderful couple would things have been different? I don’t think I could have given her to an anonymous couple at the hospital and never seen her again. A big part of my decision was because I could be part of her growing up. Adoption is not easy, I wasn’t the easy choice for me - not at all. I was hard and tough and I cried many nights thinking of her. But it was the right decision for us. I think about her every single day - sometimes I’m sad, sometimes I’m proud. It took strength to do what I did - it didn’t mean I didn’t love her - I do love her - I just wanted to give her something better than I could offer.

If you want to know more about adoption in Leeds contact Leeds City Council Adoption - on 0113 247 4747 or email [email protected]

Spring 2012

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6th birthdays!What a Tennis Tots Party involves:Usually one hour of great fun and games with plenty of actionFor girls and boys aged 3-6Warm, positive and fun-filled environmentDuring term-time, parties are mostly restricted to weekends due to busy weekly schedulesSpecial gift for the Birthday Boy or GirlMake your child’s birthday extra special with a Tennis Tots party!To book your party get in touch with your local Tennis Tots Representative or visit the website for more details at www.tennis-tots.co.uk

***READER OFFER***Tennis Tots are offering Boo readers a 10% discount on parties booked before 1 May 2012 - quote Boo Magazine when booking.

What’s News

Diddi Dance Launch New

Classes Diddi dance has been a massive hit with Boo magazine readers so we have added 3 new classes.

Guiseley -Wednesday mornings at Tumble Town Adventure PlayIlkley - we start brand new class in Ilkley after Easter (opening 19th April)Farsley - Thursday afternoonsWe have also added an additional class in Horsforth due to popular demand - so we now have 2 (Tuesday am and Friday pm). Diddi dance parties are quickly becoming the talk of the tots as diddi dance bring the funky dancing fun to your child’s special day. It is an action packed fun party using all their unique dancing games and funky dances, followed by all their favourite props (ribbons, poms poms, hoops and more). Diddi dance really do make sure the diddi ones are entertained and have a party to remember. To book your diddi one in for a free trial class, or discuss party options contact Cath on 07917 757566 or [email protected]

Ruby and GINGER

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Local Mumpreneurs Liz Rhodes and Brenda Farnhill travelled to Ireland to seek the help of an Irish Dragon in expanding their über-chic baby range, Ruby & GINGER, in the UK and Ireland. After a tough pitch to the famous Dragons Brenda and Liz secured €50,000 investment from working mum Norah Casey for 35% of Ruby & GINGER.Ruby & GINGER, co-founded in 2009 by friends and new mums Liz and Brenda, has a contemporary and stylish product range of simple, affordable and innovative baby accessories from the ingenious Nappy Purse to the uniquely designed Cosy Car Seat Cover. The accessories are already available in over 90 retail outlets and online sites in the UK. Well done ladies! To view their products go to www.rubyandginger.co.uk.


Help Kick! raise funds for young cancer patients

Young football fans from Yorkshire are being encouraged to get active by taking part in CLIC

Sargent’s Kick! fundraising campaign. CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people and Kick! is one of the charity’s annual national events.Kick! is a fun football fundraising event for children and young people of all ages and abilities. It’s all about getting active and raising money to help CLIC Sargent support children and young people with cancer, and their families, across the UK.Registration is now open for this year’s campaign with schools, youth groups and youth football clubs encouraged to hold events between March and July 2012. Participants have the option of keeping 25% of the funds raised to develop their own activities or facilities.It’s easy to register and get involved – just visit www.clicsargent.org.uk/kick or call 08451 20 22 32

Ragamuffins Boutique

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opens in Horsforth

Fabulous new local children’s wear boutique stocking a comprehensive range of quality clothing for babies through to 10 years.Brands include Fore!! Candy Bows, Toffe Moon, No Added Suger, Noa Noa and many more. Open Monday to Friday 9h30 - 16h30 and on a Saturday from 9h30 - 16h00. Why not pop along and view their stylish ranges. Ragamuffins Boutique is situated at 105B New Road Side, Horforth, LS18 4QD

Kiddy Cook launches in

LeedsLocal mum K a t h e r i n e Reynolds is set to launch Kiddie

Cook and Ciookie tots to Leeds. Kiddy Cook provides unique cooking sessions exclusively designed for children aged 4 – 11 years to encourage them to learn about ‘good’ food and to explore new flavours in an educational and fun way.CookieTots is a group activity for toddlers aged 2-4 years. Parents and carers help their children to create easy-to-make recipes and then join in with music, games and activities based around preparing and enjoying food. CookieTots classes start after the Easter break:St Margaret’s Hall, HorsforthMondays 10 - 11amSt Barnabas Church Hall, AlwoodleyTuesdays 1.30 - 2.30pmFor details of FREE TRIALS and classes in your area contact Katherine on 07737 966786, email [email protected] or visit www.kiddycook.co.uk

* Special Easter Workshops*Kiddy Cook Workshop will be held at St Barnabus Church Hall on Sat 14th April, 2 - 4pmAn eggcellant fun filled spring session involving lots of chocolate and some eggs! We will be cooking up some tasty Easter treats and performing some kitchen science eggsperiments.

Spring 2012

One Step Father Father of one, Curtis has been blogging for almost a year. Curtis says, ‘I always have a new story about something my son has said, and someone at work suggested, “You should totally write a book about this.” so I decided to do a blog. I called my blog One-Step Father because I have no idea what I’m doing. I just take everything one step at a time.’‘From the night my wife woke me with a tiny football outfit,

It’s fathers day on the 17th of June and in celebration of the fathers in our lives we spoke to some Daddy Bloggers about how they feel about fatherhood and what makes them blog.

Dad’s have their sayDaddy bloggers tell us their thoughts on fatherhood

First Time Daddy First time father, Lewis has been blogging for almost a year now he started blogging when his wife was pregnant because he wanted a place where he could empty his brain of all the thoughts and fears going through his head during the pregnancy and beyond.

‘I absolutely love fatherhood.I had wanted to be a daddy for such a long time but the circumstances weren’t ideal until recently. When I first found out I was going to be a daddy, I just couldn’t believe it. Me? Responsible for a little boy

or girl’s life? Poor kid! Luckily I have a great wife who makes sure I don’t mess up too much.I have tried to be as involved as possible right from the beginning including the labour! (Which is an amazing experience, well it is for us blokes anyway!)I did lots of research before becoming a dad which has helped a lot. I started my blog and joined twitter and this has helped me learn so much from different organisations very similar to Boo Magazine which has taught me most of what I know. The majority of stuff available for new parents is aimed at new mums so to find other dads out there and learn from those experiences is really helpful. Nobody is a perfect dad but you do your best for your child.Our little man is already 8 months old and he is developing so fast. Sometimes it is hard leaving for work every day knowing I could miss his first steps or even his first words, but I countdown till 5:30pm so I can go home and see his smiling face and help put him to bed so he can start his busy day of playing and learning all over again the next morning.

A little about me. I am a 30 year old daddy to one little boy called Benjamin. Follow Lewis on twitter @_firsttimedaddy or catch up with his blog at www.first-time-daddy.blogspot.co.uk


to today with an energetic four-year-old, I have had visions of sports stardom and “Xbox Night” dancing in my head. Raising my son is like molding my own best friend, until “Daddy” has to be a father. Plans for Star Wars marathons go out the door when he’s crying because he’s sick or getting in trouble for being bad at school. It’s no fun to be The Bad Guy, but it’s not my job to be a best friend; it’s my job to help my son become a man. In my eyes he is the promise of all that I wish I was and absence of the things I wish I wasn’t. I find myself to be the guy that is expected to have everything under control. That’s not a problem when Thomas the Tank Engine needs new batteries, but when shots hurt or pets die, I can’t always make it better. I was always sure that my father had all the answers. Protection, provision, and guidance were in his hands, and knowing that my son expects the same from me can be daunting. But my son is smart, kind, and funny. Days are full of moments to laugh and enjoy. Tantrums and timeouts are rare and pale in comparison to laughing at cartoons, playing with cars, and splitting a cookie. Fatherhood is the most humbling and rewarding endeavor of my life, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.’Read more from Curtis on his blog www.onestepfather.com

Kip Hakes Kip has been blogging sparodically for the last 8 years. He has a daughter who is alomst 9 and a baby on the way. Although he didn’t set out to be a daddy blogger (his site touches on all sorts of subjects, from parenting to consumer issues) he is now the only daddy blogger on Emma’s Diary.

‘The exact moment I realised I was a Daddy.The birth of G was a surprise. After a routine midwife appointment we were asked to go for a scan to check on her. The scan revealed very little fluid around G and a ‘normal’ birth would be dangerous as the umbilical cord could wrap around her neck. We were told the safest option was a cesarean section - that day!Everything was a blur. Later that afternoon I found myself in scrubs and hearing a baby

crying. I was confused, why there was another birth in the operating theatre? I twigged, this was MY baby! My beautiful baby girl!I was handed G and given a little bottle to feed her. I had no idea what to do or how to feed a baby; I’d never done it before and I felt so stupid - I thought I’d just click into ‘Daddy Mode’. G went back to her mum for the journey to the ward and that was it, we were parents. I didn’t *feel* like a parent, I just felt like an idiot with a baby.G had a Vitamin K injection, as most newborns do, and I had to take her to the nurse for her to administer it. The nurse put the needle in and G woke up and let out a horrific scream and started crying. The nurse had hurt *MY* daughter! I could feel the adrenaline racing through my veins. I wanted to punch the (lovely) nurse and take my baby away!I’d never punch anyone, let alone a nurse, but my paternal instinct had kicked in. I wanted to protect her. The nurse handed her back and I thanked her and walked off, still shaking with adrenaline. That was the moment I realised I really was a daddy.’Catch up with Kip on his own website www.kiphakes.com or through Emmas Diary www.emmasdiary.co.uk.

Spring 2012

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Unwell? Know where to go. Choose well. When your child is feeling unwell, it can be worrying when you’re not sure what to do for the best. The ‘Choose well’ campaign will help you choose the right place to go in Leeds for treatment. Choose well uses a colour coded thermometer to highlight the range of services on your doorstep and choosing the right one will ensure you receive the best possible treatment. There are a number of convenient, local services which can provide fast, free help for minor injuries and illness. These are places such as their GP, walk-in centre, minor injuries unit, pharmacist or even by themselves with basic self care. For urgent advice and treatment 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, call one local number 0345 605 99 99* from anywhere in West Yorkshire to get the right NHS service. **(Calls are charged at local rates from landlines)**

Minor Injury Units (MIU) can quickly treat less serious illnesses and injuries such as sprains, cuts and grazes including the ability to perform x-rays.

Wharfedale Hospital MIU, OtleyNewall Carr Road, Otley, West Yorkshire LS21 2LY. Tel: 0113 392 1647.Open 8am-11pm everyday including bank holidays, closed Christmas Day.

St George’s Centre MIU, MiddletonSt George’s Road, Middleton, Leeds LS10 4UZ. Tel: 0113 392 9801Open 8am-10.30pm everyday including bank holidays, closed Christmas Day.

Shakespeare Medical CentreCromwell Mount, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS9 7TA.Tel: 0113 295 1132. Open 8am-8pm every day, including all bank holidaysThe Shakespeare Medical Centre can see and treat conditions such as coughs, colds and flu-like symptoms; ear, nose and throat problems; eye infections and diarrhoea and vomiting.

Unwell? Choose Well.

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Stay-at-home dadby Tim Atkinson from www.bringingupcharlie.co.ukBeing a dad. There’s nothing like it. Nothing quite prepares you for it. And nothing anyone ever says or anything you can read will really make you any better at it. The learning curve is even steeper when you give up ‘work’ (if only!) to become a stay-at-home dad spending all day, everyday with the kids. Four years ago I was a successful teacher with a responsible job at a large and well-respected school. I’d risen through the ranks to become Assistant Head but spent most of my time in an office instead of a classroom. For years I’d done a job I enjoyed. Now I started to wonder what I was doing - the paperwork, the meetings, endless government initiatives and Ofsted directives. This wasn’t why I’d gone into teaching. So I began thinking about downshifting. Then my son was born. And the rest, as they say, is history.Charlie’s four now and the last few years have flown by. Every day is enormous fun. Being a stay-at-home dad is like nothing I’ve ever done before but I’m loving every minute. I blog about it as a way of keeping the brain cells active and I’m involved in a few things that get me out of

Dad zone This issue stay at home dad Tim Atkinson talks about how what it’s like to be the only man at the mums and tots group. If you would like to contribute to the Dad Zone, please email: [email protected]

the house, so I don’t lack adult conversation. The work is hard – since Charlie’s sister Eloise arrived just over a year ago I’ve had two under fives to look after – so I’m not under any illusions about it. But, quite frankly, I still feel it’s a privilege. Every day is different, for a start. And they’re all great fun. If the weather’s fine, we go to the park. If not, we stay in and make things or play increasingly elaborate games with whatever’s to hand. Ok, so the pay is rubbish but quite honestly I’m richer now than I’ve ever been. And I’m having the time of my life. Of course, it’s not always easy. Although the number of stay-at-home dads is on the increase, I’m still something of a curiosity at the ‘mother’ and toddler groups (as they’re still often called). And fellow dads often start by claiming they could never do what I do before, by the end of the conversation, telling me they really wish they could spend more time with their children. A new dad recently asked me what my best piece of parenting advice would be. In spite of having just written one myself I told him to throw away the book. (I’ll never make a salesman!) Do whatever works, I said: whatever works, whatever works, whatever works -

that’s my parenting mantra. Clearly there are limits - capital punishment might work, but would be somewhat self-defeating! But for parents everywhere the most fundamental rule has got to be – do whatever works. Because doing what works means knowing your children individually, not treating them like all the others. Some need wrapping in cotton wool; others bounce. I seem to have got one of each. But once you’ve accepted that believe me, you’ve got the ‘dad’ game sorted.And a game is what it is. So have fun playing!

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Around and aboutFamily-friendly days out

Twighlight NightNational Media Museum www.nationalmediamuseum.org.uk 18 May Join us for a special Twilight Night on Friday 18 May. Kick start your evening with an after-hours animation workshop, learn how to animate and edit your very own film and then sit back relax and enjoy popcorn and a private film in our mini cinema. The fun doesn’t stop there, after the film take a torchlight tour of the Museum at night!£10 per person, spaces are limited and booking is essential. Groups must have a minimum of 1 adult per 5 children. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Suitable for ages 7 – 12.

Olympic torch relay evening celebrationTemple Newsam Parkwww.london2012.com 24 June Leeds has been announced as one of four very special evening celebrations Coca-Cola are hosting along the route of the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay.Leeds’ iconic Temple Newsam

Park has been chosen as one of the special 50,000 person capacity FREE live events which will be headlined by one of the UK’s foremost

new story that will charm and delight all her fans. Full sail! Ahoy! Arrrrr

Breeze International Youth Festival 2012Leedswww.breeze.org30 May - 10 JuneThe festival is taking shape with lots of exciting activities, events and exhibitions for young people aged 13-19. Breeze Live! on Briggate will be on Saturday 2nd June and be an opportunity for showcasing the best performances in dance and music

Eureka! Fairy Tale KingdomEureka! Museumwww.eureka.org.uk30 May-10 JuneThis June Eureka! will become a Fairy Tale Kingdom. They will be celebrating the Queen’s Golden Jubilee by meeting some Kings and Queens from history, and exploring well-known fairy tales with dragons,princesses, a few prince charmings and possibly an ugly sister or two.

music acts. Full event details including the line up will be announced later this spring.The relay will be visiting more than 70 places across the UK ahead of the start of the 2012 Games in London on 27 July. It will initially roll into Leeds on June 19, passing through areas such as Wetherby and Harewood before moving away from the city for a few days.Then on June 24 it will stop off in Headingley, Potternewton, Harehills and Richmond Hill as well as the Temple Newsam celebrations. June 25 will see the torch starting in the city centre and calling at Hunslet, Beeston and Morley plus other West Yorkshire communities like Wakefield and Dewsbury.

Peppa Pigs Treasure HuntWest Yorkshire PlayhousePlayhouse Square, LS2 [email protected] JuneAhoy there me Hearties! Peppa Pig and her friends are going on a treasure hunt and need your help! Peppa, George and Danny Dog are up to fun and games on a day out on Grandad Dog’s boat. Help them, with Pedro Pony, Polly Parrot and Zoe Zebra to follow the clues and find their treasure as they all enjoy a day of adventure. Following the incredible success of Peppa Pig’s Party, Peppa is back with a brand new show featuring true to life puppets, perfect singalong songs and a


Leeds Loves Food Millennium Square, plus various locations around Leeds City Centre.www.leedslovesfood.com 25th - 27th May Free entry

Leeds city centre plays host to the seventh Leeds Loves Food festival between 25th and 27th May. The Yorkshire Food and Drink Show returns, turning Millennium Square into a food haven, with local

and regional food producers, suppliers and restaurants showcasing their products across the weekend. This year promises to be a spectacular event with a Kitchen Theatre offering visitors the chance to watch 20 local Leeds chefs in full cookery. Celebrity chef and Yorkshireman, Brian Turner, will also try his hand at making great school dinners along with The Catering Agency whilst our very own Olympic athletes will be on stage too.Venues away from the square, including Leeds’ Kirkgate Markets, The Source within Kirkgate Market, The Merrion Centre, The Corn Exchange,

The Light and the Victoria Quarter will boast foodie offerings throughout the food festival with tasting opportunities, book signings, live demonstrations and eatery offers. There’s further exotic fun on Briggate too as a Moroccan Market of Handicraft will be in town from 23- 27 May. A new attraction for the festival this year, traders will be selling their goods from traditional Berber tents.For more information about this free festival check out www.leedslovesfood.com

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Weekly plannerBaby & toddler activities

MONDAYRoundabout Playgroup Newlaithes School, Victoria Cr, Horsforth, LS18T: 07960 85526509.15-12.15 (age 2½ years plus)

Calverley Toddler GroupMethodist Church Hall, Carr Rd, Calverley, LS2809.30-11.30

Tots GaloreSt Margaret’s Church Hall, Lower Hall, Hall Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 258 6467 (Sue Lewis)09.30-11.30

Umbrella GroupJubilee Hall, Layton Ave, Rawdon, LS19T: (0113) 229 4080 (Sandra)09.45-11.30

Diddi Dance (B)Boston Spa Village Hall, 119 High Street,LS23T: 07917 757566 or E: [email protected] www.diddidance.com09.45-10.3010.45-11.30

All Saints Church, Elland Road, Churwell, LS27 7QR10.00-10.45

ArtyBobs (B)Adel and Ireland Wood Community CentreNew Adel LaneLS16 6AZT: 07543 484198 (Susan)E: [email protected]: 07543484198

Les Petits FrancaisFrench speaking playgroup for bilingual children (0-4 years) accompanied by carerMeanwood Community Centre, Stainbeck Ave, LS7 T: (0113) 256 2042 (Olivia)www.toutunmonde.org.uk/2.html10.00-12.00

Little Hiccups Monday Club For visually or hearing impaired childrenShire View Centre, 72 Headingley Lane, LS6 T: 07826 938928 (Linsay)www.littlehiccups.co.uk10.00-12.00 (alternate weeks)

Pyjama Drama (B)Alwoodley Community Association, The Avenue, Alwoodley, LS17 7QNT: 0844 504 0964 (Sara Hall)10.15 – 10.50 – Raindrops (18 mths – 2 1/2 yrs)11.00 – 11.40 – Rainbows (2 1/2 – 5 years)

Leeds Dance AcademySt. Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Road, Off King Lane, Leeds, LS17 5DRT: (0113) 273 8563www.leedsdanceacademy.co.uk13.30-14.15 Ready Teddy Go! Toddlers14.15-15.00 Ready Teddy Go! Pre-School Ballet16.15-17.00 Primary Ballet17.00-17.45 Grade 1 Ballet17.45- 18.30 Senior Ballet

Come Dine With MeLearn how to cook healthy food to take home to eat. £1 per session.Ryecroft Primary School, Stonebridge Grove, Leeds LS12 5AWT: (0113) 263 6138www.farnleychildrenscentre.co.uk13.00-15.00

French and Spanish for Fidgets (B)T: 01904 706565 (Lucy)www.littlefidgets.co.ukSt Paul’s Church, Victoria Ave, Harrogate HG113.45-14.30Otley Methodist Church, Walkergate, Otley, LS2114.00-14.45

Otley Library Story and RhymetimeNelson Street, Otley, LS21T: 01943 46657214.00-14.30

Headingley Library Story and RhymetimeNorth Lane, Headingley, LS6T: (0113) 214 452514.15-14.45

Oakwood Library Story and Rhymetime1 Oakwood Lane, Leeds, LS8T: (0113) 214 419214.15-14.45

Mums and Tots GroupSouth Parade Baptist Church, Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, LS6T: (0113) 275 498910.00-11.30 (0-2 years)

Music Bugs (B)T: 0844 578 1043 (Nicola Lawlor) www.musicbugs.co.ukClifton Village Hall, Newall Road, Otley, LS2110.00-10.40 (mixed 6 months-4 years)

Alwoodley Children’s Centre,Allerton C of E School, Lingfield Approach, LS1711.00-11.40 (mixed 6 months-4 years)

Roundhay NCT Bumps, Babies and BeyondMeet at members’ housesE: [email protected]

Beechtree Steiner Parent & Child groupOld Tetley Hall, Leeds, LS6T: (0113) 269 0262www.leeds-steiner.org.uk10.00-12.00

Burley NCT Bumps, Babies and Beyond groupMeet at members’ housesT: 07968 828367 (Amber)10.00-12.00

Pudsey NCT Bumps, Babies and BeyondPudsey Children’s Centre, Southroyd Primary School, Pudsey, LS28E: [email protected] (Emily)10.30-12.00

Bumps & BabiesLower Wortley Methodist ChurchT: 07725 16175610.30-12.00 £1 per family

Baby MassageHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 258 384710.00-11.00

Tiny SignersHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: 07742 29616011.00-12.00

Tennis Tots (B)Alwoodley Community Hall, The Avenue, LS17 T: 07725 339257 (Matt)www.tennis-tots.co.uk 12.30-13.15 (2-3½ years)13.15-14.00 (2-3½ years)14.00-14.45 (3½-school age)

Pyjama Drama (B)Seven Artspace, 31(a) Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3PDT: 0844 504 0964 (Sara Hall)14.00 – 14.40– Rainbows (2 1/2–5 years)

TUESDAYRodley Young OnesThe Church in Rodley, Wesley Street, Rodley, LS1309.00-11.00

Farsley Playgroup and Toddler GroupMethodist Church, Back Lane, Farsley, LS28T: (0113) 229 946409.00-11.30

Farsley Parents and ToddlersSt John’s Church Hall, New Street, Farsley, LS28 T: (0113) 255 5211 (Jo Reilly)09.15-11.15

Roundabout Playgroup Newlaithes School, Victoria Cr, Horsforth, LS18T: 07960 85526509.15-12.15 (age 2½ years plus)

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Numbers Can be Fun – Shapes, colours & numbers through play. Cobden Annex, LS12 5LA. £1 per family. T: (0113) 263 6138 for date. From 10th January 09.30 - 10.30

Diddi Dance – Horsforth(B)St Margarets Parish Hall, Church Lane,Horsforth, LS18 5LAT: 07917 757566 or E: [email protected] www.diddidance.com10.00-10.45

Trinity ToddlersTrinity Church, New Road Side, Rawdon, LS19T: (0113) 250 5200 (Christine Moffat)09.30-11.30

Tuesday TotsCookridge Village Hall, Moseley Wood Lane, LS16T: (0113) 226 8525 (Karen)09.30-11.30

Baby SignHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: 07742 296160

Tennis Tots (B)T:07725 339257 (Matt)www.tennis-tots.co.uk Roundhay Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Drive, LS809.30-10.15 (2-31/2 years)10.15-11.00 (3.1/2-school age)

Ben Rhydding Methodist Church Hall, Wheatley Lane, Ben Rhydding, Ilkley LS29 13.30-14.15 (2-31/2 years)14.15-15.00 (3.1/2-school age)

Childminders Drop In GroupHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 259 178609.30-11.30

Chapel Allerton NCT Bumps, Babies and BeyondChapel Allerton Children’s Centre, Blake Grove, LS7E: [email protected] (Sarah, Joanna)10.00-12.00

French and Spanish for Fidgets (B)T: 01904 706565 www.littlefidgets.co.uk Christ Church, The Stray, Harrogate, HG110.45-11.30

Roundhay Quakers Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay, LS813.45-14.30

Alwoodley NCT Bumps, Babies and BeyondMeeting at members’ housesE: [email protected] (Helen)13.00-14.30 (alternate Tuesdays)

Music Bugs (B)Horsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: 0844 578 1043 (Nicola Lawlor) www.musicbugs.co.uk09.30-10.20 (6months-4 years)10.30-11.20 (6months-4 years)

Baby SignHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 259 1786

Mums and Tots GroupSouth Parade Baptist Church, Kirkstall Lane, Headingley, LS6T: (0113) 275 498910.00-11.30 (2-5 years)

Beechtree Steiner Parent & Child groupStainbeck Community Hall, Leeds, LS7T: (0113) 269 0262E: enquiries@leeds-steiner.org.ukwww.leeds-steiner.org.uk10.00-12.00

Jelly Tots Parent & Toddler GroupNew Farnley Community Centre, Farnley, LS12 T: (0113) 263 6895 (Cheryl)10:15 - 11:30

Guiseley Library Story and RhymetimeOtley Road, Guiseley, LS20T: 01943 87267510.30-11.00

Leeds Dance AcademySt. Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Road, Off King Lane, Leeds, LS17 5DRT: (0113) 273 8563www.leedsdanceacademy.co.uk16.00-16.15 Pre-Primary Ballet16.15-16.45 Grade 2 Ballet17.30-18.30 Grade 3 Ballet18.30-19.30 Grade 4 Ballet19.30-20.30 Grade 5 Ballet

Baby CafeHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 259 178614.00-16.00

Fun Time Tots £1 per session. Stay n play. St. Michaels Hall, Chapel Lane/Lawns Lane, LS12 5ES13.15 – 14.15

Holt Park Community Library Story and RhymetimeRalph Thoresby High School, Holtdale Approach, LS16T: (0113) 336 818814.15-14.45

Bramhope Parents and ToddlersBreary Lane, Bramhope, LS16T: (0113) 395 031114.30-15.30

WEDNESDAYFarsley Baby and Toddler GroupFarsley/Calverley Children’s Centre, Farfield Primary School, Cote Lane, Farsley, LS28T: (0113) 336 8528 09.00-10.50

Roundabout Playgroup Newlaithes School, Victoria Cr, Horsforth, LS18T: 07960 85526509.15-12.15 (2½ years plus)

St Giles Baby & Toddler GroupSt Giles Church, Church Hill, Bramhope, LS16T: (0113) 230 0522 (Victoria)09.30-11.30

Tennis Tots (B)T: 07725 339257 (Matt)www.tennis-tots.co.uk Roundhay Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Drive, LS809.30-10.15 (2-31/2 years)10.15-11.00 (3.1/2-school age)

Ben Rhydding Methodist Church Hall, Wheatley Lane, Ben Rhydding, LS29 13.30-14.15 (2-31/2 years)14.15-15.00(3.1/2-school age)

Horsforth NCT Bumps, Babies & BeyondMeet at members’ houses T: 07824 510315 (Emily)E: [email protected] or [email protected] (mums-to-be and 0-4 years)

St Matthias Toddler GroupSt Matthias Church Centre, St Matthias Street (off Burley Rd), LS4 T: (0113) 278 4859 (Claire)09.30-11.30

Baby Feeding Group Breast, Bottle & Tube, all babies need foodSupport & info on feeding & weaning. Ryecroft Primary School, Stonebridge Grove, LS12 5AW09.30-11.30

Beechtree Steiner Parent & Child groupOld Tetley Hall, Leeds. LS6T: (0113) 269 0262www.leeds-steiner.org.uk10.00-12.00

Tennis Tykes (B)T: 07843 342662 (Caroline)www.tennistykes.co.ukFairfax Community Centre, Fairfax Ave, Harrogate, HG210.45-11.30

Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club, Stourton Rd, Ilkley, LS2913.00-13.4513.45-14.30


ArtyBobs (B)St Andrews Methodist Church, Robin lane, Pudsey, LS28 7BRT: 07570 822597 (Clare)E: [email protected]

Tennis Tykes (B)T: 07843 342662 (Caroline)www.tennistykes.co.ukE:[email protected] Lawn Tennis & Squash Club, Stourton Rd, Ilkley, LS2913.00-13.4513.45-14.30

Oakwood Toddler GroupRoundhay Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Drive, LS8 E: [email protected]

Music Bugs (B)T: 0844 578 1043 (Nicola Lawlor) www.musicbugs.co.ukTranmere Park Primary School, Ridge Close, Guiseley, LS2009.30-10.10 (mixed 6 months-4 years)

Roundhay Children’s Centre, c/o Gledhow Primary School, Lidgett Lane, LS813.30-14.10 (mixed 6 months-4 years)

Calverley Childrens Centre, Parkside Primary SchoolVictoria Street, Calverley, LS28 5PQ13.30-14.10 (mixed 6 months-4 years)

Alwoodley Parents and ToddlersAlwoodley Park Methodist Church, The Lane, Alwoodley Park, Leeds, LS17T: (0113) 268 292810.00-11.45

French and Spanish for Fidgets (B)T: 01904 706565 (Lucy) www.littlefidgets.co.ukRoundhay Methodist Church, Springwood Rd, Roundhay, LS810.00-10.45

Christ Church, The Stray, Harrogate, HG113.45-14.30

Horsforth Parenting CoursesHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 259 1786

Young Parents GroupHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 259 178610.30-12.00

Burley Library Story and RhymetimeCardigan Road, Leeds, LS6T: (0113) 214 452811.00-11.30

Moor Allerton Library Story and RhymetimeMoor Allerton Centre, King Lane, LS17T: (0113) 214 562411.15-11.45

Leeds Dance AcademySt. Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Road, Off King Lane, Leeds, LS17 5DRT: (0113) 273 8563www.leedsdanceacademy.co.uk13.30-14.15 Ready Teddy Go! Toddlers14.15-15.00 Ready Teddy Go - Pre-school Ballet15.45-16.00 Fun Dance - Modern, Jazz and Tap (4years+)16.30-17.15 Junior Modern Jazz and Tap (6years+)17.15 Provate Tuition

Rhymetime - Singing, puppets, storiesHillside Community Centre, Cross Lane, LS12 5ES. £1 per family.13.15 - 14.15

Immaculate Heart Parents and ToddlersThe Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 294 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17T: (0113) 395 031113.30-15.00

Horsforth Library Story and RhymetimeTown Street, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 214 480114.15-14.45

Crossgates and East Leeds NCT Bumps, Babies & BeyondMeet at members’ housesE: [email protected]

THURSDAYSocatotsNow enrolling for Lawnswood/CookridgeMorning sessions Sessions must be pre-booked T: 07952 579 580E: [email protected]

Lidgett Park Toddler GroupLidgett Park Methodist Church, Lidgett Place, Leeds, LS809.00-11.30

Farsley Playgroup and Toddler GroupMethodist Church, Back Lane, Farsley, LS28T: (0113) 229 946409.00-11.30

Rodley Young OnesThe Church in Rodley, Wesley Street, Rodley, LS1309.00-11.00


Messytime - Painting, Playdough, Glue & glitter & much more.£1 per family. Wortley Methodist Church, LS12 5N09.30 - 10.30

Farnley Children’s Centre Group Rhyme Time Hillside Community Centre, Cross Lane, LS12 Rhymes/Stories/Music/Puppets/SingingT:(0113) 263 613813.45-14.45

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St Paul’s Parents and ToddlersSt Paul the Apostle Church, Buckstone Crescent, Alwoodley, LS17T: (0113) 395 031109.30-11.00

School Street ToddlersUnited Reformed Church, School Street, Pudsey, LS28T: (0113) 236 1400 (Christine)09.30-11.00

Tiny Tots Parent/Carer and Tots groupHillside Hall, Old Farnley Community Centre, Farnley, LS12T: (0113) 263 7234 (Sheila)09.30-11.00

Tennis Tots (B)T: 07725 339257 (Matt)www.tennis-tots.co.uk St Margaret’s Church Hall, 5 Park Gate Close, Horsforth,LS1809.30-10.15 (2-31/2 years)10.15-11.00 (2-31/2 years)11.00-11.45 (2-31/2 years)

Roundhay Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Drive, LS813.30-14.15 (2-31/2 years) 14.15-11500 (3.1/2-school age)

Heaton Tennis & Squash Club, Crofton Road, Bradford BD914.15-15.00 (2-31/2 yrs)

Music Bugs (B)Farsley/Caverley Childrens Centre,Farfield Primary School, Farsley, LS28 T: 0844 578 1043 (Nicola Lawlor) www.musicbugs.co.uk10.00-10.40 (mixed 6 months-4 years)

Diddi dance – Roundhay(B)Roundhay Parochial Hall, 5 Fitzroy Drive, Leeds LS8 4ABT: 07917 757566www.diddidance.com10.00-10.4511.00-11.45

Oakwood NCT postnatal groupMeet at members’ housesE: [email protected] (Andrea)10.00-12.00

Alwoodley NCT Bumps, Babies and BeyondMeeting at members’ housesE: [email protected] (Helen)10.00-12.00

Beechtree Steiner Parent & Child groupOld Tetley Hall, Leeds, LS6T: (0113) 269 0262www.leeds-steiner.org.uk10.00-12.00

Chapel Allerton Library Story and Rhymetime 106 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS7T: (0113) 214 581210.30-11.00

Tennis Tykes (B)T: 07843 342662 (Caroline)www.tennistykes.co.ukE: [email protected] Andrews Church Hall, High St, Starbeck, Harrogate, HG210.00-10.45

Ilkley Lawn Tennis & Squash Club, Stourton Rd, Ilkley, LS2910.45-11.3011.30-12.15

French and Spanish for Fidgets (B)T: 01904 706565 (Lucy)www.littlefidgets.co.uk Christ Church, The Stray, Harrogate, HG110.45-11.30

Roundhay Quakers Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay, LS813.45-14.30

Diddi dance – Pudsey(B)Farsley Community Church, Back Lane, Pudsey, LS28 5EUT: 07917 757566 or E: [email protected] www.diddidance.com13.45-14.30

Alwoodley Children’s Centre Bumps and Babes for mums-to-be and babies under 1 yearAlwoodley Children’s Centre, c/o Allerton CE Primary School, Lingfield Approach, Ls17T: (0113) 217 0134 (Sadie)13.00-14.30

Calverley Library Story and RhymetimeThornhill Street, Calverley, LS28T: (0113) 214 604314.45-15.15

Moortown Baby Cafe (Breastfeeding Support Group) Moortown Children’s Centre, c/ Moor Allerton Primary School, Lidgett Lane, Gledhow, LS17 13.00-14.30

Little Hiccups Thursday ClubFor children/families with a disabilityHeadingley Children’s Centre, c/o Shire Oak Primary School,Wood Lane, Headingley, LS6 T: 07826 938928 (Linsay)www.littlehiccups.co.uk13.00-14.30

Funky ThursdayYoung Parent/Carers and teenage pregnant mums (25 years and under)By referral only contact Farnley Childrens Centre for more informationT: (0113) 263 6138www.farnleychildrenscentre.co.uk13.00-14.30

Cupcake Decorating at Cafe Village Victoria St, Calverley , LS2814.00- 16.00 £2.99 per child including drink and cupcakes

FRIDAYBaby Massage 5/6 week course. £1 per sessionContact Farnley children’s centre to book your place on the course.T: (0113) 263 6138www.farnleychildrenscentre.co.uk

Wobblers and Toddlers PlaygroupLowtown Pudsey Primary School, Kent Rd, Pudsey, LS28T: (0113) 256 730309.15-11.00


Alwoodley Children’s Centre Play and StayAlwoodley Children’s Centre, c/o Allerton CE Primary School, Lingfield Approach, Ls17T: (0113) 217 0134 (Sadie)09.30-11.30

Toddler TimeLower Wortley Methodist Church, Branch Road, Wortley, LS12 T: (0113) 263 4972 (Maria)/ (0113) 263 1661 (Ann)09.30-11.15

ArtyBobs (B)St Paul’s Church, Raynel Drive, LS16 6BST: 07543 484198 (Susan)E: [email protected]

Socatots (B)Pudsey, St James the Great Church, Galloway Lane, Pudsey, LS28 8JRSessions must be pre-booked T: 07952 579 580E: [email protected]:00 – 10:40 (confident walkers - 2 ½ years)11:00 – 11:45 (2 ½ years - school age)

Music Bugs (B)Kids Club House, 75A New Road Side, Horsforth, LS18 4QDT: 0844 578 1043 (Nicola Lawlor) www.musicbugs.co.uk10.00-10.40 (mixed 6 months-4 years)

Trinity ToddlersTrinity Church, New Road Side, Rawdon, LS19T: (01274) 612858 (Rachel Harrison)09.30-11.30

Leeds Dance AcademySt. Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Road, Off King Lane, Leeds, LS17 5DRT: (0113) 273 8563www.leedsdanceacademy.co.uk16.30 Inter Modern Jazz and Tap 17.30 Senior Modern Jazz and Tap


Pupils and staff at Allerton Church of England Primary School have been celebrating after February 2012

Ofsted Inspection judged them to be a GOOD school in all areas.

Headteacher Helen Stott described the judgement as ‘an excellent result’ which reflected the school’s happy and safe atmosphere and its’ high standards of teaching and learning.

Inspectors poured particular praise on the ‘safe and happy’ atmosphere fostered in the school, its’ ‘exceptional’ cultural life, including ‘fantastic’ provision in art, dance, drama and ICT and the way in

which all children are known individually.The school received further endorsement as an OUTSTANDING school, in all areas, when inspected

under the Statutory Inspection of Anglican Schools (SIAS) framework. “The distinctiveness and effectiveness of Allerton as a Church of England school are outstanding.

Christian values underpin and drive the life and work of this school and each child is seen as unique and special. The warm, caring and compassionate ethos promotes positive relationships and allows each

child to flourish. The headteacher and governors, supported by a committed and highly motivated staff team, have a

clear vision for the school which is rooted in core Christian values.”Ofsted inspectors said teaching was consistently good, with many examples of outstanding teaching.

Children make good and sustained progress from Nursery and Reception right through Key Stage 1 and 2, and the curriculum is impressive, particularly with the distinctive creative and arts-based activities.

Pupils behave well and told inspectors they always feel safe, and the school was described as a friendly and inclusive community where rich cultural diversity is celebrated and bullying not tolerated in any

form.The inspectors also recognized Mrs Stott’s “ambitious vision for the school” and the way the whole staff focus on teaching and learning. Standards are vigorously monitored, and the curriculum and lessons are tailored to suit the children’s different needs; with teaching across the board hailed as consistently good,

with many examples of outstanding teaching.“The curriculum is good and makes a strong contribution to pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural

development. The very creative and arts based approach is a distinct feature of the school’s ethos.”Mrs Stott said: “The school had been open for just over a year, at the Ofsted visit in April 2009.

Inspectors said at the time we had good capacity to improve and we have. “ This is particularly pleasing in a climate where the Government has recently raised the bar on all its’ Inspection judgements.

“The school has seen incredible, planned and sustained change since the last inspection. We are now two-form entry, with a new nursery class creating a really strong resource at the Early Years Foundation Stage. Ofsted judged this to be OUTSTANDING provision and commented that they could have stayed in

there all day!“More than anything, this is a really great result for all the pupils, staff, governors, parents and our

surrounding community because it is just reward for all the hard work everyone puts in day in, day out. When any visitors come to school, including the Inspectors; they comment that this has the feel of a good school just from walking around – everyone is known as an individual, everyone feels safe and

looks out for everyone else, and very importantly, we are a happy school.”

Spring 2012

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(B): pre-book classes. Please note: most groups/classes take place during term times only. Whilst every effort is taken to ensure that all information is accurate, the publisher is not liable for any errors or omissions. Please contact the organisers directly for more information and availability of places. If you would like to be included in the baby and toddler weekly planner, please email: [email protected]

Move It (B)Parochial Hall, Memorial Drive , Meanwood, LS6T: 07976 077145 (Vanessa) 10.00-11.0013.30-14.30

Tennis Tykes (B)T: 07843 342662 (Caroline)www.tennistykes.co.ukE: [email protected] Lawn Tennis & Squash Club, Stourton Rd, Ilkley, LS2910.45-11.3011.30-12.15

Adel & Ireland Wood Community Centre, New Adel Lane, Adel. LS1612.45-13.30

St Andrews Church Hall, High St, Starbeck, Harrogate, HG213.30-14.1514.15-15.00

Stanhope TotsHorsforth Children’s Centre, North Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18T: (0113) 259 0801 (Clare)09.30-11.30

Tennis Tots (B)T:07725 339257 (Matt)www.tennis-tots.co.uk Alwoodley Community Hall, The Avenue, LS17 09.30-10.15am (2-3½ yrs) 10.15-11am (2-3½ yrs) 11-11.45am (3½-school age)

Ben Rhydding Methodist Church Hall, Wheatley Lane, Ben Rhydding, Ilkley LS29 09.00-09.45 (2-3½ years)09.45-10.30 (2-3½ years)

Heaton Tennis & Squash Club, Crofton Road, Bradford BD914.00-14.45 (2-3½years)14.45-15.30 (2-3½ years)

French and Spanish for Fidgets (B)T: 01904 706565 (Lucy)www.littlefidgets.co.uk St Wilfrid’s, Duchy Rd, Harrogate, HG109.45-10.3010.45-11.30

St Margarets, Horsforth, LS1810.00-10.45

Regen Centre, Landing Lane, Ricall, YO1910.00-10.45

Christchurch, The Grove, Ilkley, LS2914.00-14.45


MusicBugs (B)Kids Clubhouse, 75a New Rd Side, HorsforthT: 0844 578 1043 (Nicola Lawlor) www.musicbugs.co.uk10.00-10.40 (mixed ages)

Adel and Ireland Wood Toddler GroupAdel and Ireland Wood Community Centre, New Adel Lane, LS16T: 07932 711414 (Emma)/07908 259451 (Sharon)09.45-11.30


Little Jim’sSt James Woodside Parish Church, Low Lane, Horsforth, LS18www.stjameswoodside.org/index.htm10.00-12.00

Far Headingley and Weetwood NCT Bumps, Babies and BeyondHeadingley Children’s Centre, Wood Lane, LS6 E: [email protected] (Louise)10.00-12.00

Beechtree Steiner Parent & Child GroupOld Tetley Hall, Leeds, LS6T: (0113) 269 0262www.leeds-steiner.org.uk10.00-12.00

Springwood Friday ToddlersRoundhay Methodist Church, Springwood Rd, Roundhay, LS8T: (0113) 266 475610.15-11.45

Rawdon Library Story and RhymetimeMicklefield Park, Rawdon, LS19T: (0113) 247 762110.15-10.45

Garforth Library Story and RhymetimeLidgett Lane, Garforth, LS25T: (0113) 224 329110.30-11.00

Halton Library Story and Rhymetime273 Selby Road, Leeds, LS15T: (0113) 214 132010.30-11.30

Pudsey Library Story and RhymetimeChurch Lane, Pudsey, LS28T: (0113) 214 603511.00-11.30

Cookridge Toddler GroupCookridge Village Hall, Green Lane, Cookridge, LS16. 0-5 years. T: (0113) 267 2434(Becky)13.15-15.15

Parent and Toddler GroupSt Mary’s school, Broadgate Lane, Horsforth, LS18

NCT Dads’ GroupThird Saturday of the month at various locations across LeedsE: [email protected] (David)

Diddi dance – Birstall (B)Wackydayz, Unit 19,Carr Mills, BirstallT: 07917 757566www.diddidance.com09.15-10.00

Socatots (B)St Margaret’s Hall, Lower hall, Church Road, Horsforth, LS18 5LQSessions must be pre-booked T: 07952 579 580E: [email protected]:00 – 09:45 (2 ½ years - school age)09:55 – 10:30 (6 months - confident walkers)10:40 – 11:20(confident walkers - 2 ½ years)11:30 – 12:15 (2 ½ years - school age)

French and Spanish for Fidgets (B)Roundhay Quaker Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay, LS8T: 01904 706565 (Lucy)www.littlefidgets.co.uk10.00-10.45

Socatots (B)St Margaret’s Hall, Lower hall, Church Road, Horsforth, LS18 5LQSessions must be pre-bookedT: 07952 579 580E: [email protected]:00 – 09:40 (confident walkers - 2 ½ years) 10:00 – 10:40 (confident walkers - 2 ½ years)11:00 – 11:45 (2 ½ years - school age)

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T: 07838 753166(Francesca D’Arcy)13.30-15.00

Farsley Library Story and RhymetimeOld Road, Farsley, LS28T: (0113) 214 603814.00-14.30

Leeds Dance AcademySt. Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Road, Off King Lane, Leeds, LS17 5DRT: (0113) 273 8563www.leedsdanceacademy.co.uk16.15 Pre-primary Ballet17.00 Primary Ballet17.45 Private Tuition

Spring 2012

What’s it all about? In our regular feature we will be reviewing a few of the local classes so that you get more insight into what goes on before you head along. If you are interested in reviewing a class for Boo please send an email to [email protected].

Swimming is an essential part of every child’s education and whether they learn to swim with you, at school or a private swimming school, being able to swim increases confidence, gives you peace of mind and can also be a very enjoyable hobby. It is estimated that 200,000 children in the UK leave primary school without basic water survival skills. Toddlers and children love to play in or around water but don’t fully understand the dangers, it is therefore important to develop water safety skills and confidence as young as possible, a good way of doing this is by joining a local swimming class.This is also a fantastic way to spend time with your baby, from the moment you take them into water at about 8 weeks old and form a bond with them through eye contact as well as singing and playing. This follows on to them splashing around having fun and reaching for toys and soon leads on to them holding on and turning to swim to you and jumping into the water all by themselves. Every tiny step builds the foundations to be water confident and love their classes

to learning stroke techniques as they develop, so a regular weekly swim is beneficial in so many ways.Babies do not have the physical strength to support their own body weight until they are about 3 years old, which is when they are able to start swimming on the surface. Getting to this level can be attained through steady progression, which starts with short dips and goes through to

longer consecutive underwater swims.You are never too young to enrol, some baby classes such as Baby Swimmers start from as little as 8 weeks old, whilst others will require baby’s to be at least 3 months old and to have had their immunisations. However this is generally a personal preference and dependant on your individual doctor’s or health visitors views. Why not bring your baby swimming! At Baby swimmers we make the classes fun with lots of singing and skill related activities. Physically your baby will gain greater muscle control and have better hand-eye co-ordination, as well as strengthening their heart and lungs. Alertness is also improved through word association and responding to a cue such as reach, reach, reach, whilst they are looking at and reaching for toys which also helps to stimulate the natural movement of their arms and legs.

Baby Swimmers comes to East Leeds..

At Baby Swimmers we use simple actions accompanied by nursery rhymes, such as Humpty Dumpty Sat on the wall, where

Baby Swimmers Come Swimming, Be Safe, Have Fun!


your baby will sit on the wall then lean forward to splash into the water, turn around and hold on. By repetitively using the command hold on when doing this activity, your baby will learn to do just that and before you know it your little one will be holding on to the side all by themselves, its delightful!Holding your baby in water is a fantastic bonding experience and rewarding too, as you bond with your baby through interaction and developing trust, letting them float on their backs whilst singing twinkle twinkle little star and looking into their eyes is beautiful. We teach parents to take their baby under water from the very beginning and it fabulous when you get the chance to sit on the bottom of the pool and see your baby swim to you! Socially your baby will interact with other babies and join in the fun and games and as they get older sing along to the songs. For parents it is also the ideal opportunity to meet other parents and carers and form lasting friendships as your babies grow.Baby Swimmers runs classes for babies and toddlers from 8 weeks old up to 5 years, with new classes in Batley and Ossett. Classes are also available in York, Pocklington, Harrogate, Leeds and Bradford. We follow

LEEDS • BRADFORD • YORK • HARROGATE • POCKLINGTON

Tel: 01757 229880. [email protected]

BABY SWIMMERS

Teach your baby the enjoyment of waterSkill related activities and underwater swims,to build water confidence.

Starfish, the official water safety programme for babies through the STA. There are 6 awards throughout the series with the aim of concentrating on 1 Starfish award per 10 week term and then moving on to a more advanced Stanley award programme.You also have the opportunity to have your baby photographed underwater and what a delightful keepsake.So why not, come swimming, be safe, have fun! Teach your baby

water safety skills and the enjoyment of water.

New Temple Moor classes on Thursday

afternoons from 3pm and Saturdays from 11.45, plius classes throughout Leeds including the Forum, Quarry Hill on Monday and Thursday mornings. For further information please contact Baby Swimmers 01757 229880 www.babyswimmers.co.uk

Spring 2012

Win Copies of Horrid Henry The Purple Hand Gang Rules OK!This brand new DVD release features over one hour’s worth of episodes from series 3 of Horrid Henry. All Henry wants is a scooter, and it seems like everyone else has got one but him. Well, a boy can dream, can’t he?! When Henry finally gets his scooter he thinks it is the best thing ever, but he soon finds out that not everything is as it seems!Episodes: Horrid Henry The Purple Hand Gang Rules OK!Horrid Henry’s Skipping Lesson

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Spring 2012

FoodRecipe Swap

With spring on the way and all the lovely veggies in the markets we asked Jules from Jules Yoga Massage vegetarian mum for some ideas on how to get our kids eating more veg.

Super Dooper Veggie FrittataDoes your kid turn their nose up at veg? Yeah mine does too! So, hide tons of veggies in these scrummy frittatas and watch the kids (and grow ups!) wolf them down and ask for more! Make extra, and put them in the lunch box for school or work the next day. Great eaten hot or cold!

Ingredients2 potatoes, peeled, grated 1 carrot, grated2 cougettes, grated125g can sweetcorn, drained1 onion, finely chopped or grated 75g self-raising flour (can be gluten free) 1/2 tsp saltHandful of chopped parsley3 free range eggs 2 tbsp olive oil(For hardcore Vegans – I recommend using Ener-G Egg replacer. It’s about £7.20 and equal to about 100 eggs. So you can use it for anything and everything! )

MethodAdd together potatoes, carrot, courgette, sweetcorn, onion, flour, salt, parsley and Ener-G or egg in a bowl. Stir to combine.Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add a little oil. Use a large desert spoon to measure out each frittata. Cook for 5 minutes and turn over until browned. Repeat as needed.

Maybe serve with.....Some gluten free burger buns, salad and egg free mayo. They’re also great with Quinoa and baked Aubergine. I sometimes use them as a meat substitute for a Sunday dinner.

Vegan Chickpea BurgerWheat free, dairy free, nut free, meat free. It’s the vegan’s paradise at BBQ time..

Ingredients1 baking potato, cut into chunks1 carrot, chopped ½ red pepper, diced into small pieces1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed1 small onion, diced1 tsp garlic puree1 tsp garam masala

The Veggie Option

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Juice of ½ or whole lemon (add to taste)3 tbsp oatmeal1 dessert spoon tahiniTsp vegetable bouillon2 tbsp water½ - whole red chilli (depending on taste)Salt and pepperHeaped tbsp of fresh coriander Dessert spoon of oil

Method Heat the oven to 170°CPut the potato and carrot into a pan, cover with boiling water and a little salt, bring to the boil and cook.Drain, put into a big bowl and mash.Boil the chickpeas in water according to instructions on the tin. Drain and mash, and add to the potato mixture.Sauté the onions in a tbsp of oil for a few minutes until they start to soften.Add the chilli then curry powder and cook for one or two minutes, then add the peppers, 2 tbsp of water and cook for a few more minutes until water has nearly evaporated. Add to the potato and chick pea mash.Then add the tahini, coriander, garlic and lemon juice to the cooked chickpeas and mix well. Season to taste.Tip the oatmeal into a dish.Divide the burger mixture into 6, take one portion, mould into

burger shape and coat in the oatmeal.Then either pan fry quickly on each side until golden and put onto lightly greased baking tray in oven for 10 minutes, or simply put onto the baking tray in oven for 15-20 minutes.

Maybe serve with...Great in wheat free burger buns with lettuce, tomato and dairy free mayo. Also you could try a big old dollop of houmous on there too.

Rice and Lentil Salad Great as a side dish for a BBQ, a lunch salad or as part of a main meal. Easy to make and super filling! Serves 12

Ingredients500g brown rice300g puy lentils3 spring onions1 small red onion5 tbsp soy sauce7 tbsp olive oil3 tbsp lemon juiceSalt and pepper to taste

MethodBring 1.5litres water to the boil,

cook rice until done. Bring 900ml water to the boil in a different pan, add lentils and cook until done but not mushed up, around 30 mins. Drain both well and rinse with cold water. You can cook them both in the same pan if you want with 2.5 litres of water.Finely chop onions. Whisk the dressing ingredients together and combine everything in a large bowl. Yes, it’s that easy!

Jules StaveleyJules is a Power Yoga teacher, Holistic Massage Therapist, Children’s Yoga teacher and Meditation teacher. Jules lives and teaches in Leeds, West Yorkshire with her partner and son and loves vegan food, country walks and her garden. Check out her website to see what she’s up to! www.julesyogamassage.com

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KidsJubilee puzzle

Jubilee word search Try and find these 10 Julilee related words in the word search:

Queen Jubilee Crown Throne Prince Palace Sixty King Diamond London

F D M V O G W T

N S I X T Y D H

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R T D L U K U O

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Q N P A L A C E S H Z R S H B J

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Spring 2012

Unexpected sickness. Severe pain. Worsening health conditions.

Ring West Yorkshire Urgent Care Services on 0345 605 9999.

Hangover. Grazed knee. Sore throat. Cough.

Take care of yourself. Keep a well stocked medicine cabinet.

Unwell. Unsure. Confused. Need help.

Call NHS Direct on 0845 4647 or visit www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

Diarrhoea. Runny nose. Painful cough. Headache.

Go to your nearest pharmacy (chemist).

Being sick. Ear pain. Stomach bugs. Backache.

Call your GP.

Cuts. Strains. Rashes. Sprains.

Go to the nearest Walk-in Centre or Minor Injuries Unit.

Choking. Chest pain. Severe bleeding. Blacking out.

Go to A&E or ring 999.Children’s A&E is based at Leeds General Infirmary. There are no accident and emergency services for children under 16 at St James’s University Hospital.

It doesn’t have to be A&E.

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