Children at Holbrook Primary School are set to benefit from new sensory circuit equipment thanks to a generous donation from Trowbridge Lions. The new resources will be used during the school’s sensory circuit sessions, which help children regulate their sensory needs, improve concentration and prepare for learning. Through a series of structured physical activities, pupils...
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Kingswood Prep names next Head as leadership handover begins
Families at Kingswood Prep School can look forward to a smooth transition in leadership after the school announced that Deputy Head Helen Worrall will become Head from September 2027. Helen will succeed Mark Brearey, who is retiring after 16 years leading the school, and brings with her eight years of experience at Kingswood Prep, where...
Summer holidays idea: Discover the remarkable world of John Aubrey at Chippenham Museum
Families looking for an inspiring day out this summer can step back in time at Chippenham Museum‘s major new exhibition celebrating one of Wiltshire’s most fascinating historical figures. Running until Saturday 19 September, Wiltshire and the World: John Aubrey and the Quest for Knowledge marks 400 years since the birth of John Aubrey, who was...
West’s colleges and universities unite to boost skills
Leading colleges and universities from across the West of England have formally launched two new regional partnerships designed to strengthen skills, support economic growth and create more opportunities for learners. The new forums, Colleges West and Universities West, were officially launched at an event hosted by the University of the West of England, bringing together...
Priston Music Festival returns with free family fun near Bath
Families can enjoy a weekend of live music, children’s activities and community spirit when the Priston Music Festival returns from Friday 18 to Sunday 20 September. Now in its 17th year, the much-loved volunteer-run festival will once again transform the picturesque Somerset village of Priston, near Bath, with 36 acts performing across two specially built...
Community groups in Bath can apply for Family Learning Fund
Community groups across Bath are being encouraged to apply for grants of up to £1,000 to help families learn new skills, build confidence and spend quality time together. The new Family Learning Fund has been launched by SNG, one of England’s largest housing associations, to support projects that bring adults and children together through shared...
Bath Children’s Literature Festival unveils biggest programme yet
Families can look forward to the biggest ever Bath Children’s Literature Festival this autumn, with bestselling authors, illustrators, TV favourites and performers coming to the city for 10 days of events celebrating the joy of reading. Running from 25 September to 4 October, this year’s festival marks the National Year of Reading with its largest...
Families can enjoy more for less at Swindon’s Town Gardens Bowl this summer
Families can enjoy affordable days out this summer as South Swindon Parish Council reduces ticket prices for children and families across its Town Gardens Bowl programme as part of the Government’s Great British Summer Savings initiative. With a packed programme of live music, theatre, comedy and family entertainment, the Parish Council hopes even more families...
Bath MP praises Ralph Allen School students in Parliament
Students at Ralph Allen School have received national recognition after their sustainability work was praised in the House of Commons by Wera Hobhouse MP. The recognition follows a recent visit by the Bath MP and Councillor Sarah Warren to the school, which was covered on The Bath & Wiltshire Parent website. During the visit, they...
Record-breaking Middlewick Open Garden raises £245,000 for local charities
Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance Charity and The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust will each benefit from a share of a record-breaking £245,000 raised at this year’s Middlewick House Open Garden. Hosted by Nick and Annette Mason at their home near Corsham on 6 and 7 June, the event generated just over £245,000, with the proceeds...
Free Festival of Archaeology launch comes to Westonbirt
Families can enjoy a free day of archaeology, history and nature when the Council for British Archaeology’s Festival of Archaeology launches at Westonbirt, the National Arboretum, on Saturday 18 July. Running from 18 July to 2 August, the Festival of Archaeology is the UK’s largest celebration of archaeology. This year’s theme explores the connections between...
The 100th issue of The Bath & Wiltshire Parent is out now!
The July/August issue of The Bath & Wiltshire Parent is now being delivered to schools across Bath, West Wiltshire and North Somerset. This landmark issue marks a special milestone for the magazine as we celebrate our 100th issue. Since 2009, The Bath & Wiltshire Parent has been connecting local families with schools, events, attractions, activities...
Student Creates Latin Audio Guide for The Roman Baths with Sir Stephen Fry
A GCSE student has helped bring spoken Latin back to The Roman Baths after creating a new Latin audio guide for the historic attraction, narrated by Stephen Fry. Inspired by a family visit earlier this year, London student Florence Golding was fascinated by the site’s multilingual audio guides, available in 13 languages. As a Latin...
BOA Skate Jam set to roll back into Bradford on Avon
Skateboards, scooters, BMX bikes, live music and family fun will take over Poulton Park this summer as the popular BOA Skate Jam returns to Bradford on Avon on Saturday 18 July. Running from 12 noon to 4pm, the free community event welcomes riders of all ages and abilities for an afternoon packed with competitions, demonstrations,...
Flourish launches £3 children’s meals for the summer
Families looking to keep the cost of eating out down this summer can take advantage of a new offer at Flourish Foodhall & Kitchen, where children’s meals will cost just £3 throughout the school holidays. The ‘Kids Eat for Three’ initiative is available at both Flourish locations in Saltford and Norton St Philip for children...
New SEND reform plan aims to improve support for children across Bath and North East Somerset
A new plan designed to improve support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across Bath and North East Somerset is set to be considered by councillors next month. The Local SEND Reform Plan has been developed with the help of young people, parents, carers, schools, health services and voluntary...
Wansdyke School in Devizes celebrates strong Ofsted report
Wansdyke School in Devizes is celebrating after inspectors praised its welcoming atmosphere, high standards of learning and strong support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities following a recent Ofsted inspection. Inspectors found the school to be achieving a strong standard in a number of key areas, including achievement, attendance and behaviour, inclusion, leadership...
MP answers Calne pupils’ questions on democracy
Pupils at Saint Edmund’s Catholic Primary School in Calne welcomed Chippenham MP Sarah Gibson for an engaging question-and-answer session exploring democracy, Parliament and current affairs. The chance to question their local MP gave pupils at Saint Edmund’s Catholic Primary School in Calne a first-hand insight into how democracy works in the UK. The school, part...
Hundreds attend Wiltshire College creative showcase
More than 900 family members, friends, arts professionals and invited guests attended Wiltshire College & University Centre‘s annual end of term show preview at its Trowbridge campus, celebrating the creativity and achievements of students across a wide range of subjects. Hundreds of exhibits in art, design, media, games, film, photography and fashion filled the campus...
St John’s CofE School praised for strong Ofsted report
St John’s CofE School in Warminster is celebrating after inspectors recognised its strengths in behaviour, attendance and personal development in its latest Ofsted inspection. The school, which is part of Acorn Education Trust, achieved a Strong standard for both Attendance and Behaviour and Personal Development and Wellbeing under Ofsted’s inspection framework, while all other areas...
Southside secures £60,000 to support families affected by domestic abuse
Families affected by domestic abuse in Bath and North East Somerset will receive additional specialist support thanks to a £60,000 grant awarded to Southside by Somerset Freemasons. The funding will help children and parents who have experienced domestic abuse to access ongoing support after an initial crisis, helping them deal with the lasting effects of...