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‘Community Mobiliser’ explains her role at garden village
As the houses get built and motivate people it happen. I will also be producing a ally the public open spaces, some
in Tadpole Garden Vil- to become involved regular newsletter and updating the roads, selected pieces of public art,
lage in North Swindon, and invested in where website to make sure all residents street lights, some allotments, the
Anna Smart, right, has they live. Moving to a are aware of what is available on play areas and the website will be
the responsibility for new community can be their doorstep.” transferred to the CIC, and will be
helping the residents difficult – especially if Tadpole Garden Village will be maintained on behalf of the CIC by
Lydiard Park Academy is now open to applications for places build their community you don’t know anyone. owned by a Community Interest Preim.
from parents of pupils starting their final year of primary around them. It can often be difficult Company, or CIC. What this means Anna said: “I love being involved
The design of the
school. If your child is in Year 5 or 6, please come and see Crest Nicholson led to join in with activities in practice is that all residents pay in the idea of a community where
you know your neighbours, where
an annual service charge (along
and events. Equally it
what we have to offer. development is inspired can sometimes take a with other stakeholders such as the people look out for each other, and
by the Garden Cities long time for things to school and those occupying retail where there is always something
of Letchworth and Welwyn, where get going. My role is to accelerate units) and in return they get a say going on. Doesn’t that sound like a
the layout, landscaping, open space this process, enabling commu- in how the estate is managed. great place to be?”
and public realm are vital ele- nity links through events which In due course there will be a
ments in creating a healthy, happy residents want - anything from a nature park managed by Wiltshire
and integrated community. Anna pamper evening, to a Big Lunch, to Wildlife Trust, sports facilities,
explained: “My role is to engage a walking group - I’m here to make public art and allotments. Eventu-

Residents and visitors enjoyed a fun day at Tadpole
Garden Village on 16 August where they planted a Saturday 5 September
community garden and learned about local projects 1pm - 6pm
Brook Park, Redhouse
Vintage tea tent, hog roast &
BBQ, Three Castles Brewery beer
tent, games, activities & bouncy
castles, live music all afternoon,
Brighter Futures raffle
Offering: Open Evenings: Facebook: NS Fun Day

 your child the opportunity to become the best that Tuesday 8th September
they can be; supported and challenged to achieve Wednesday 9th September
outstanding examination results, to be confident,
motivated and well prepared for their future; Come and see the school, meet the students and our
 traditional values and a strong pupil ethos rooted in teaching staff from 5.30pm to 8pm

mutual respect and shared goals; Open Mornings:
 a highly professional staff which embraces the latest
th
innovations in teaching. The quality of teaching is Wednesday 30 September
st
rated as at least ‘good’ by Ofsted twice in the last four Thursday 1 October
years; Come and see the school in session during a guided
 the full range of enriching opportunities. All clubs tour and informal discussion with the Principal
are free and cover a vast range of activities from between 9.30am and 11.00am.
English, Maths and Science enrichment to arts, music
and sport. This is on top of several house Live in North Swindon and think Lydiard Park
competitions and many performing arts school Academy is too far away?
productions; Not so. We have commissioned our own bus service
 our unique Gifted and Talented Academy that starts at Abbey Meads near Wallmart. It picks up
programme, designed with the input of leading in Redhouse, Oakhurst, Taw Hill, Peatmoor and
national experts, which provides a range of additional Shaw. Fares are kept in line with Thamesdown bus
opportunities including the chance to join a bespoke services with a monthly student pass available.
scholars programme in Key Stage 4; Lydiard Park Academy guarantees that bus transport
 a Sports Academy programme that supports will always be available for new or existing students
students to develop their sporting talent, whilst from these areas.
balancing the needs and importance of their
academic studies and sports training; Applications for September 2016 will be handled by
 excellent specialist facilities and a safe, friendly the Local Authority and parents should apply using
environment. their standard online admissions form. 224 places will
be offered for Year 7 entry in September 2016.
● Lydiard Park Academy 6th Form with a full range of courses
from September 2015.

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