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We are Laura and Scarlett, two musicians on a mission to get more children to learn piano and fall in love with music.
What makes us different?
Our lessons are taught in small groups (max 6 children), fostering a sociable and supported environment where every child’s progress is celebrated.
We teach using fun methods and games, and encourage creativity and performance, which helps to build a child's confidence and spark a lifelong affinity with music. Each child learns on their own 61-key keyboard and during the class, we practise using music that kids know and love. The end result? A child that actually WANTS to learn.
What’s coming up?
Our Introduction to Piano 8-week course for beginners is now open for bookings for January. Carefully designed for children aged 6 - 10, this progressive course introduces the musical alphabet, foundational theory components, and four power chords. By the end of the course, we strive for students to play simple songs - including a tune with both hands - understand the basics of composition and accompany themselves while singing!
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12 Days of Christmas Hamper Appeal! 
Please donate before Thursday 18th December! All in-date, non-perishable food and festive treats welcome. Cash donations also gladly accepted!
Drop-Off Points:
Do you have kids coats that you could pass on to families in need?
Welcome to Coats 4 Kids Herts 2025 Autumn/Winter Season π
With the weather on the turn, we are now welcoming Kids Winter coat donations ready to rehome ππ»
‘Coats for Kids’ is a safe place where families can come for a FREE preloved Winter coat for a child at zero cost and with zero judgement.
We want to help share preloved, good quality coats to Kids that need a coat for Winter. Helping to support families in a completely confidential way. This is our 4th Autumn/Winter π€
We greatly appreciate donations of preloved, clean, good quality Winter Children’s coats, all sizes accepted (from Baby to Teenage). Unfortunately we can’t accept any other clothing items.
Please kindly take your donations in a carrier bag to any of the following donation points as soon as possible (please be mindful these venues are not always open so you may need to leave your donation outside) thank you so much ππ»
DROP OFF LOCATIONS FOR DONATIONS ‡οΈ
Once we have donations we will be running weekly pop up events to help distribute to those in need.
IMPORTANT β‘οΈ For any urgent coat requests please get in touch with me (Laura) on 07950403823 or email [email protected]
If you are in the professional services and have a larger need, please email me a list of your requirements including gender, age and quantity.
Huge thanks to our ongoing partnership with the brilliant teams at Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service and the amazing local businesses mentioned above.
Thank you to everyone for their part in helping keep our children warmπ€
Land of Lights
18th October
- 28th February
Gullivers Land Theme Park Resort, MIlton Keynes
Talks on Monday hosted by the Walled Garden Project at Luton Hoo Estate
27th October
- 30th March
The Estate Office, Luton
Christmas at Kew
14th November
- 4th January
Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, Richmond
St Albans Christmas Bauble Trail
(FREE)
15th November
- 28th December
City Centre, St Albans
Panto: Dick Wittington & His Cat
21st November
- 18th January
Gordon Craig Theatre, Lytton Way, Stevenage
Christmas at Wimpole
21st November
- 3rd January
Wimpole Estate, Royston
Stevenage Winter Wonderland
21st November
- 4th January
Stevenage Leisure Park, Stevenage
Legoland at Christmas
22nd November
- 3rd January
Legoland, Windsor
Christmas at Waddesdon
22nd November
- 4th January
Waddesdon Manor, Aylesbury
Forestlight at Audley End Miniature Railway
22nd November
- 23rd December
Audley End Miniature Railway, Saffron Walden
A Christmas Carol
28th November
- 30th December
British Schools Museum, Hitchin
Ashridge House Illuminated
28th November
- 1st January
Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted
Winter-Fest Featuring Santa's Magical Grotto
29th November
- 24th December
Aldenham Country Park, Elstree
Polar Bear Trail
(FREE)
29th November
- 4th January
Natural History Museum at Tring, Tring
Christmas at Blenheim Palace
29th November
- 3rd January
Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire
Church Farm Ardeley Santa Paws
29th November
- 23rd December
Church Farm Ardeley, Stevenage
Church Farm Ardeley Father Christmas
29th November
- 23rd December
Church Farm Ardeley, Stevenage
Hitchin's Churchyard Gingerbread Trail
(FREE)
1st December
- 31st December
Churchyard, Hitchin
Anne & Paul's Lunatic Christmas Lights
1st December
- 24th December
Anne & Paul's, Biggleswade
The All New Adventures of Peter Pan
5th December
- 4th January
Grove Theatre, Dunstable
Robot's Search for Snow!
5th December
- 21st December
The Broadway Gallery, Letchworth Garden City
Aladdin
5th December
- 31st December
The Alban Arena, St Albans
December Adventures: Knights Quest
6th December
- 4th January
Dunstable Downs, Dunstable
The Three Bears
6th December
- 24th December
Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Jack & The Beanstalk
6th December
- 30th December
The Eric Morecambe Centre, Harpenden
Cinderella
8th December
- 4th January
Campus West, Welwyn Garden City
Santa at Stockwood
12th December
- 24th December
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Stockwood Illuminated 2025
12th December
- 4th January
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
12 Joys of Christmas Trail
13th December
- 4th January
Jordans Mill, Biggleswade
Kids Christmas Show
14th December
- 27th December
Market Theatre, Hitchin
Craftea at Hitchin Library
(FREE)
16th December
Hitchin Library, Hitchin
Late Night Shopping in Hitchin
(FREE)
17th December
Hitchin Town, Hitchin
Salvation Army Christmas Choir Visit
(FREE)
17th December
Iris Court Care Home, Hitchin
Christmas carols in the garden
(FREE)
18th December
Kite at The Red Hart, Hitchin
Festive Family Fun session
18th December
St Nicholas & Martins Family Centre, Stevenage
Shuttleworth in Lights
19th December
- 21st December
Shuttleworth, Biggleswade
Jo Jingles Christmas Party
19th December
Fairfield Community Hall, Fairfield Park
Farmer Christmas
20th December
- 21st December
Foxholes Farm Park, Hertford
Christmas Special: Stay and Play
20th December
Westmill Community Centre, Hitchin
Gingerbread Decorating for Christmas
(FREE)
20th December
Walsworth Road Baptist Church, Hitchin
Fabulous Festive Fun Day
(FREE)
20th December
Hitchin Town, Hitchin
St Mary's Choir Christmas Concert
(FREE)
20th December
St Mary's Church, Churchyard Hitchin, HITCHIN
Owl Pellet Dissection
20th December
- 21st December
RSPB Rye Meads, Stanstead Abbots
Crafty Christmas: Air Dry Clay Sculpting
20th December
- 23rd December
RSPB Rye Meads, Stanstead Abbots
Crafty Christmas: Rock Painting
20th December
- 23rd December
RSPB Rye Meads, Stanstead Abbots
Ember Elf and the Christmas Wish
20th December
Ickleford Village Hall, Ickleford
Festive Weaving Fun for Families - Kids craft session
20th December
North Herts Museum, Hitchin
Festive Family Days
20th December
- 22nd December
Celtic Harmony Camp, Brickendon
Little Rascals - Rudolf's Magic Christmas Party
20th December
Little Rascals Indoor Play & Party Centre, Hitchin
Harpenden Farmer's Market
(FREE)
21st December
Lower High Street, Harpenden
First Impressions – Kids Festive Printing Workshop
21st December
Royston Museum, Royston
Farmers on Christmas Lights Tour
(FREE)
21st December
Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin, xxx
Harpenden Christmas Farmer's Market
(FREE)
21st December
Lower High Street, Harpenden
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