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dance for those with anxieties about life's challenges.
Part of Hertfordshire Youth Connexions, the Harpenden Young People's Centre is a wonderful facility located above Harpenden Library equipped with a dance studio, a computer area and a sta... Read more
School admissions and appeals
dance so do check the exact criteria for the schools you are interested in.
Parent View on the Ofsted website lets you see what other parents think of any school in England - a useful source of information to make an informed choice about the ... Read more
Open Days
dance before setting off.
You can access all the information you need about the state school applications process on the Herts County Council website. Independent schools will run their own admissions processes and you should visit the school websit... Read more
Articles
Ten Pin fun strikes the right balance!
dances! As long as you don’t wear heels or open toes you can keep your own shoes on, saving yourself from the dreaded bowling shoes.
The children then got very excited about laser tag, which you can do as an add-on after a bowling game or as... Read more
A Day in the Life of Bim Afolami MP
dance, not the sauce)? I actually don’t know how to do either of those things, either make it or dance it, but you know I’ll give it a good bash.
How would you rate your karaoke skills on a scale of 1 to Mariah Carey?Just short of Mariah... Read more
Scaling new heights at Sauncey Wood
dance levels up and children excited to come to school each day he is achieving just that. There is a very holistic approach to teaching the children at Sauncey Wood. It begins with the children being willing to learn. If they don’t feel that t... Read more
Learning Online can Expand their Minds!
In this article: Educational Resources - Audio Resources - Just for Fun
After nearly two weeks of “home-schooling” it has been really exciting seeing the children begin to explore the world from a different angle. I was a complete nerd a... Read more
Keeping our Children Safe Online
dance.
ThinkuKnow is the education programme from the National Crime Agency's CEOP command. It is split into different areas aimed at children of different ages as well as parents & carers. They have released new 15-minute activity p... Read more
Kayaking fun with Canoe Trail
dance and we were off!
I admit I was a little dubious as to how peaceful it would be starting near the centre of Bedford, but it really was. Especially once you got a little bit further along the river – it was absolutely beautif... Read more
Congratulations to the 2021 Awards Lockdown Lifesavers
dance fees for small businesses, increased meetings in Zoom and proactively promoted and supported independent businesses."
Emilios and ToastiliciousFor remaining open throughout lockdown"It was so nice to have somewhere to go for excellent coffee/t... Read more
Top Tips For Your First West End Theatre Visit with Children
dance of shows suitable to give our youngest theatre goers the perfect introduction to the experience. Many are based on much-loved children’s books which will give a sense of familiarity. They regularly tour local theatres (including our own E... Read more
What's On at the Eric Morecambe Centre Dec-Jan
DANCE Academy: Sunday, 3rd December.Show Starts: 3.00pm.
Beauty & The Beast - Pantomime: Saturday 9th – Saturday 30th December.Wednesday, 13th December at 10.00am BSL performance.Wednesday, 13th December at 1.00pm relaxed performance.Satur... Read more
Where to See Santa in and around Harpenden 2023
dance and even shout out at any point during the experience - or to navigate it quietly if they prefer.More detailsMeet Santa at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo25th November - 24th December 2023This December, Meet Santa returns to Whipsnade Zoo! Sign up on the web... Read more
Events
Cinderella
Watford Palace Theatre
Thu 30th November 2023 - Sun 31st December 2023
Cinderella wants to party 'like its 1999' but her stepmother has other ideas...
Watford. New Year's Eve, 1999.
Cinderella loves music. Every night she dances alone in her room (cellar) and gets lost in the music - that is, until her dodgy CD Walkman gives out.
Meanwhile, over at the Palace, the King vows to throw the 'Party of the Century' in a bid to find the Prince of Pinner a wife. And with Cinderella's stepmother hell-bent on her daughters (Britney & Christina) marrying up, she sees this as their golden opportunity...
The Palace has been the home of panto since 1908, and Christmas just isn't the same without it! Support your local theatre and be part of our yearly heart-warming Christmas pantomime,... Read more

Robin Hood
Campus West
Wed 6th December 2023 - Wed 3rd January 2024
The highly acclaimed Campus West Panto returns this Christmas with Robin Hood. Celebrate 50 years of Campus West by joining our heroic archer, Maid Marion, and their merry band of outlaws in Sherwood Forest as they fight back against the dastardly, money grabbing Sheriff of Nottingham. Song, dance, archery and adventure are sure to delight the entire family!

Rapunzel
Sandpit Theatre
Sat 16th December 2023 - Sun 17th December 2023
12pm & 3pm
The critically acclaimed creative team that brought you 'Hansel & Gretel' are back with more fun-fueled pantomime madness; a joyful new twist on another old story, it's not to be missed.
Rapunzel saves the day (and herself!) in this action packed, magical musical pantomime adventure. Let down your hair with a cast of kooky characters as they dance and sing through this unusual tangled tale; where people live in giant old boots and tall towers, where frog boys rap about enchanted ponds and girls with long hair battle more than split ends!

Rapunzel
Sandpit Theatre
Fri 22nd December 2023 - Sun 24th December 2023
12pm & 3pm (except Sunday 11am & 2pm)
The critically acclaimed creative team that brought you 'Hansel & Gretel' are back with more fun-fueled pantomime madness; a joyful new twist on another old story, it's not to be missed.
Rapunzel saves the day (and herself!) in this action packed, magical musical pantomime adventure. Let down your hair with a cast of kooky characters as they dance and sing through this unusual tangled tale; where people live in giant old boots and tall towers, where frog boys rap about enchanted ponds and girls with long hair battle more than split ends!

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert
Maltings Arts Theatre
Fri 22nd December 2023
4 - 4.45pm
Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas at a festive Baby Broadway concert this December! An interactive Christmas performance suitable for all ages.
The whole family can sing and dance along to seasonal showtunes from hit musicals and well-known songs from Christmas films, all performed by our West End singers.
Enjoy numbers from Elf, White Christmas, The Snowman, Frozen and many more. Festive fancy dress is encouraged and - as well as singing, clapping and dancing along - you can expect bubbles, bells, flying babies and puppetry!
Open to all ages from new-borns to school age to grandparents, concerts last approximately 45 minutes, doors open 15 minutes before start time.
Recommended age 0-7.

Rapunzel
Sandpit Theatre
Thu 28th December 2023 - Sun 31st December 2023
12pm & 3pm (except Sunday 11am & 2pm)
The critically acclaimed creative team that brought you 'Hansel & Gretel' are back with more fun-fueled pantomime madness; a joyful new twist on another old story, it's not to be missed.
Rapunzel saves the day (and herself!) in this action packed, magical musical pantomime adventure. Let down your hair with a cast of kooky characters as they dance and sing through this unusual tangled tale; where people live in giant old boots and tall towers, where frog boys rap about enchanted ponds and girls with long hair battle more than split ends!

74th Harpenden & Wheathampstead Gang Show
The Eric Morecambe Centre
Tue 9th January 2024 - Sat 13th January 2024
For 74 years the Scouts of Harpenden have been wowing packed audiences with their unique and award-winning blend of song, dance and comedy, all from a cast of 150 aged 9 to 18. It's the best possible antidote to the January blues you could imagine - a fun-packed family show.
The Gang Show is not considered age-appropriate for very small children due to its length and content. No children under 4 will be admitted.
Wheelchair requirements must be notified to the EMC Box Office at the time of booking as seats must be removed in order to accommodate them prior to the show. Consequently, no wheelchairs can be admitted without a prior booking.

Festival on the Field 2024
Sir John Lawes School
Sat 6th July 2024
12noon - 10.45pm
Festival on the Field has gained a reputation as a high-quality family festival where children and families can be entertained in a relaxing, fun and safe environment, attracting up to 3,000 mostly local, people. The Festival is held on the playing fields of Sir John Lawes School - from where it derives its name. The festival is a volunteer-run fund-raising event, organised by the parents' organisations of Sir John Lawes School and Manland Primary School in Harpenden.
Back by (very) popular demand! In 2018 we introduced the Karaoke phenomenon Massaoke who, now much in demand, have agreed to come back and headline the show for us again this year. Massaoke is the live band singalong clubbing sensation that's sweeping the UK, from the Glastonbury Festival to the Edinburgh fringe.... Read more

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Children's activity clubs & classes

At MamaBabyBliss we are passionate about supporting the journey of motherhood and wellbeing of mothers and babies.
Our award winning, expert-led courses are designed to support you and your baby, from pregnancy through to when your baby is three years old.
-Baby Massage:
Over a six-week course of classes you will learn to massage your baby from head to toe. The course will aid relaxation and digestion, help relieve colic and help your baby to sleep. The course includes detailed hand-outs to support the massage. We also set aside some special time for 'MamaChat' so it is a great opportunity to meet other local mums too! The relaxing baby massage classes are suitable for babies from birth up to when they begin crawling so please use the age range as a gui
Contact details:
www.mamababybliss.com
07897204582
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Aviv Dance Studios
Age: 7 - 18
Aviv Dance Studios provides Street dance classes & Contemporary classes (term time only) . Aviv Dance Studios is renowned for its spectacular annual performances at the Radlett Centre. We focus on performance, enjoyment & high quality dance training. All our non-syllabus classes provide a place for kids & teens to keep fit, get inspired & challenge the body & mind.
Contact details:
avivdance.com
01923 250000
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Katherine Warrington School, Lower Luton Road, Harpenden, AL5 5FHSession Times:
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AW Dance Academy
Age: 4 - 16
Jazz, Contemporary, Bollywood, Lyrical & Street Dance.
Please see website for full timetable.
Contact details:
www.awdanceacademy.com
07917032731
Location:
All Saints Church, 129 Station Road, Harpenden, AL5 4UURoundwood Park Secondary School Dance Studio, Roundwood Park, Harpenden, AL5 3AE
St George's School Old Gym, Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4TD
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CASPA - Contemporary Dance Lessons
Age: 10 - 16
Contemporary Dance Lessons taught by industry professionals in a fun and supportive environment.
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Roundwood Park School Dance Studio, Roundwood Park, Harpenden, AL5 3AESession Times:
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Friday Night Positive Pathways Project
Age: 13 - 17
The Services for Young People Friday Night Project at Harpenden Young People's Centre is open to all young people aged 13-17. Harpenden Young People's Centre is a safe space for you to meet new people, develop positive relationships and try out new activities. You can also take part in workshops which develop your skills and confidence, have new experiences and find out about opportunities for young... Read more
Contact details:
www.ychservicesforyoungpeople.org
01442 454060
Location:
Harpenden Young People's Centre, 27 High Street (above The Library), Harpenden, AL5 2RUSession Times:
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Gwen Hallam Dance
Age: 4 - 18
Gwen Hallam Dance offers classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Modern, Tap and Jazz. Classes follow the Royal Academy of Dance and Imperial Society (ISTD) syllabus with a strong emphasis on fun whilst learning, interaction with friends and developing new skills, artistry and imagination.
Contact details:
www.ghdance.com
07792 309401
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St Georges, Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4TDHigh Street Methodist Church, High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU
St Bartholomew Church, 47 Vesta Ave, St Albans, AL1 2PE
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Gymnastics at Harpenden Leisure Centre
Age: 2 - 15
Gymnastics for ages 2-15. From using their imagination and creativity to build confidence while learning key gymnastics movements to using a gymnast-centred approach to develop holistically at their own pace while developing gymnastics fundamental movement patterns.
Gymnastics is a great way for children to increase agility, flexibility, balance and coordination, while having fun and... Read more
Contact details:
www.everyoneactive.com
01582 767722
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Harpenden Leisure Centre, Leyton Road, Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, AL5 2HUSession Times:
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Harpenden Children's Concert Band
Age: 6 - 18
Come and join our friendly Saturday morning wind bands!
We run two wind bands every Saturday morning during term-time at Crabtree Fields Scout Hut (AL5 5SF) for young woodwind and brass players of any standard (no grades required - for guidance only).
10.00-11.00 - Grade 3+
11.15-12.15 - Beginner - Grade 2
Conducted... Read more
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Crabtree Fields Scout Hut, Waldegrave Park, Harpenden, AL5 5SFSession Times:
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Harpenden Dance School - Tiptoe Toddlers
Age: 2 - 3
Tiptoe Toddlers - a class for 2-3 year olds to discover the enjoyment of creative movement, music and expression. Park Hall, Friday 10.30-11am. Mums/carers stay to join in the fun and we have a pianist, which provides the children with a unique opportunity to experience live music while moving.
Contact details:
harpendendance.com
01727856421
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Park Hall, Leyton Road, Harpenden, AL5 2LXSession Times:
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Harpenden Dance School (formerly LSSD)
Age: 2 - Adult

Harpenden Dance School is a multi genre dance school. Established since 1982 with over 400 students ranging from 2 to adult, and 6 teachers. We hold tap, modern, ballet, Ballet Fitness & street dance classes, plus a theatre dance class & a pre-school class. Pupils take RAD or ISTD exams & we hold a large scale bi annual show in the Public Hall. Harpenden Dance School are proud to be friendly & inclusive.
Contact details:
harpendendance.com
01727 856421
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St George's Drama Studio / Sports Hall, Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4TDHigh Street Methodist Church, Harpenden High Street, Harpenden, AL5 2RU
Musicale, Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4GJ
Park Hall, Leyton Road, Harpenden, AL5 2LX
St Nicholas' Church Hall, Church Green, Harpenden, AL5 2PT
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