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School places available at Abbey Meads
Despite media reports of a lack of primary school places in North Swin-
don, Abbey Meads Primary School on Hugo Drive has a number of places
available across all age groups.
Explaining the unusual position the school age profile has moved towards
school is in, headteacher Bob Buckley Priory Vale where there is a squeeze
said: “We were asked by Swindon on school places, but parents need to
Borough Council to expand to 60 be aware that there is space here and
pupils per age group, which we have they are welcome to come in and meet
done, and we are committed to retain- me and the team and see our school
ing single age classes. This means that in action.”
we are currently able to offer smaller Abbey Meads has a reputation for
class sizes, giving children additional providing pupils with memorable
time with our highly skilled and educational experiences, and for mak-
inspirational teachers.” ing things happen, such as enabling
According to Mr Buckley, it is pos- the X-Factor helicopter to land on
sible that parents have been reluctant the school field so the pupils could
to put Abbey Meads as their first meet Jahmene Douglas and Nicole LittLe Foxes ChiLdCare
choice for fear there would be no Scherzinger.
places in the school. Commenting on To arrange a visit call 01793 & eduCation
this possibility he said: “The primary 723239. FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS
Established 1986
Egyptian times come alive at Abbey Meads The Common, Brinkworth, Wilts
Tel: 01666 510356
Inspirational educator Roger Day led an Egyptian day for Year 5s at Abbey Just a 15 minute drive from West Swindon & Priory Vale on B4042
Meads Community School in early May with children, staff and helpers l An independent family run nursery offering quality care and education within a safe,
taking on roles and acting out the entombing of King Tutankhamen. secure, stimulating environment for all babies and children from 0-5 and an out of
school club for children aged 5-11 years
l Open: Monday to Friday, 7.30am-6.30pm, 51 weeks of the year
l Full, part time and term time places. Government funding for
3-5 year olds
l High staff to child ratios with qualified and experienced teaching
staff and nursery nurses
l Nutritious 3 course meals, hydro pool, multi sensory room,
school hall with gym apparatus, secure gardens, mini bus for trips out and about

Salt Way Children’s Centre
Pearl Road, Middleleaze
Swindon SN5 5TD
Tel: 01793 465364
Pupils researched ancient costumes Later in the day, the children be-
to become scribes, dancers, craftsmen came archeologists led by Howard Forthcoming Workshops
and priests to take part in a candle lit Carter to act out the discovery and Limited crèche/help with transport
ceremony led by the High Priest Nefa, opening up of the tomb in the 1920s. available for both workshops
after preparing the mummified body Emma Glass said: “I thought we
of the boy king and carrying his coffin were just going to be doing arts and CV Writing Skills – at Salt Way CC
to the school hall with artefacts and crafts. I never thought we’d be carrying Monday 10th June, 1pm - 2.30pm
precious items to be buried with it. out a funeral with a high priest using Learn how to create an effective CV and covering letter.
Call Salt Way CC (01793 465 364) to book your space
Special offerings were made and strange words. It was an amazing way
dances performed. to learn about the Egyptians.”
Healthy Cooking – at Croft CC, 5 week course
Wednesdays 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th June
& 10th July, 9.30am - 12noon
AQUABABIES This is a practical, hands on, workshop.
Children will join parents for the last 30 minutes
BABY & TODDLER PARENT & BABY to eat together, what has been cooked.
Call Robert le Kyng CC (01793 525 830) to book your space
SWIMMING AQUA FIT
We’re the original baby 30 minute exercise program
swimming teachers. for parents and babies to Dad’s/Male Carer’s Group – at Salt Way CC
Saturday 15th June, 10am - 11.30am
Teaching for over to enjoy together Pizza Making Session
20 years Come along, make friends, learn new skills
and have lots of fun.
Interested? Call Salt Way CC (01793 465 364) to book
01249 661561 your space, so we know what ingredients to buy. There will
be a small charge for this session to help towards the cost.
www.aquababieswest.co.uk See our activities timetable: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/saltwaycc
With pools all over Wiltshire and the West there’s bound to be a course near you

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