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Websites and Information (external)

This page includes links to useful websites and local information.
TEACHING AND LEARNING:

 

Oak National Academy
An excellent resource for schools and parents - free online lessons across the whole curriculum.
BBC Bitesize
Learning across the curriculum for all primary aged pupils.

 

SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES

Childcare Options for Parents
Information from Wokingham Borough Council. There are different types of childcare available. You will need to work out which suits your family needs based on work hours, location and budget.
https://www.wokingham.gov.uk/children-and-families/childcare-pre-schools-and-nurseries/
Family Information Service
Wokingham Borough Family Information Service provides information, advice and assistance for families, children and young people aged 0-19 years
https://directory.wokingham.gov.uk/kb5/wokingham/directory/service.page?id=g-Lc9Ugao6k
Starlings Children's Centre in Twyford
Children's Centres act as a central point where families can find a wide variety of activities, play, information and support from professionals working in a wide range of fields and organisations.
https://directory.wokingham.gov.uk/kb5/wokingham/directory/service.page?id=DfJp1bN-ZVs
The Polehampton Charity
The Trustees are able to award grants for educational and charitable purposes and welcome applications from residents of Twyford and Ruscombe who are in need of financial assistance.
http://www.thepolehamptoncharity.co.uk/
OLIO
Free food sharing app.
Wokingham Food Bank
Local foodbank - the school is able to refer families, so please make contact, and we can confidentially help with referrals. 
First Days
Local charity able to help by providing everyday essentials to families who need them by distributing school uniforms, new baby essentials, travel items, toiletries, safety equipment, furniture, toys and books. 

 

COMMUNITY
Polehampton Swimming Association
The Polehampton Swimming Association exists to provide a swimming pool for the use of Polehampton Schools and the local community and is a registered charity. Open to all families living in Twyford, Ruscombe, Hurst, Wargrave and Charvil
http://www.psaswimming.co.uk/
Twyford Together
A partnership of local authorities, businesses, residents, schools, church groups, youth and community groups, and other interested parties, representing the views of people in Twyford and its neighbouring villages
http://www.twyfordtogether.org/