The children are extremely talented and well behaved, excelling in sport and music. Our Healthy School ethos transcends the whole school and our kitchen offers a great selection of meals. The staff have high expectations of the children, who enjoy coming to school to learn and develop. The staff work collaboratively to ensure the children gain the best opportunities and experiences to ensure quality learning occurs.
We have a very strong Parents Association who work tirelessly to raise funds for school and support school developments.
We look forward to welcoming new and old parents, children and the community to enjoy events that take place at Almondsbury.
Sundays Hill, Almondsbury, BS32 4DS
Tel: 01454 612517
Fax: 01454 202080
Headteacher: Mr Paul Smith
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We see as one of our many strengths the creation of a community where children enjoy their learning.
We are proud of our tradition strong academic success and our recognition of individual talents and needs at every level.
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- Providing financial support for the School's Reward Scheme
- Supporting urgent requests for equipment, where funds allow
- Providing refreshments, helper support at events and on trips
- Fund raising in a variety of ways to complete the funding for The Outdoor Covered Canopy to give students shelter from all ‘winds and weathers’ at break times in the quadrangle outside the Gym
Easton Hill Road, Thornbury
Tel: 01454 866680
Headteacher: Mrs Carol Lawler
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For the area it serves Crossways Infant School is in the unique position of providing an excellent and wide ranging education specifically for infant age children, and is celebrated not just by academic success but by the breadth of the curriculum.
Knapp Road, Thornbury, BS35 2HQ
Tel: 01454 867280
Headteacher: Valerie Quest
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Knapp Road, Thornbury, BS35 2HQ
Tel: 01454 866566
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Gillingstool, Thornbury, BS35 2EG
Tel: 01454 866527
Headteacher: Mr Clive Riches
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We believe a positive, co-operative partnership with parents is vital if your child is to make the most of the opportunities we offer at school.
Park Road, Thornbury, BS35 1JW
Tel: 01454 867225
Headteacher: Mrs Angela Evans
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- ensure all of us achieve our best in every aspect of school and community life
- promote enjoyment of learning
- develop the skills, initiative and flexibility essential in the twenty-first century
- value each other, our achievements and the environment in which we learn and live
- play our part in creating a disciplined, happy, safe and caring community
Tel: 01454 862525
Headteacher: Mr Keith Geary
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Thornbury
BS35 2JU
Tel: 01454 866754
Our aim is to bring to Thornbury a selection of exhibitions, which will both reflect and enlighten the wider community. For more information, please contact Andrea Hazlehurst, Community Art Teacher on 01454 862113 or by email.
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The Sheiling School, Thornbury Park, Park Road, Thornbury,
Bristol BS35 1HP
Tel: 01454 412194
Fax: 01454 411860
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Church Lane
Cromhall
South Gloucestershire
GL12 8AL
Headteacher: Mrs Esther Saunders
Tel: 01454 294498
Fax: 01454 294498
Greenhill
Alveston
BS35 2QX
Tel: 01454 866530
Fax: 01454 866532
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Church Road, Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, BS35 1HJ
Headteacher: Mrs Avril Muirhead
Tel: 01454 866760
Fax: 01454 866762
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As well as life in the houses the Hatch also runs a number of day work placements for the young people.
Enquiries should be made to:
The Secretary, The Hatch Camphill Community, Chestnut, Castle Street, Thornbury, BS35 1HG
01454 413010
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The Nursery school operates as an integral part of Early Years Department of school. The Nursery is housed in a separate building in the grounds of the school. Attached to these buildings there is a walled garden and paved area well equipped with outdoor play equipment.
Tockington Manor School, Tockington, Bristol, BS32 4NY
Tel: 01454 613229
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12-3pm, Marlwood School
Many gifts, stalls and fun and games to be had! Adults £1. Kids go free.
6-10pm, Cromhall Village Hall
Tired of battling through the crowds to do your Christmas shopping? Looking for something different? Then come along and enjoy a relaxing shopping experience at the Christmas Market.
Stalls feature stunning bespoke jewellery by Hannah Banks, beautiful hand-crafted Christmas presents, decorations and wreaths, high quality children’s wear, home-made pickles, chutneys and cakes, Christmas cards, stocking fillers and much, much more.
The children of St Andrew’s Primary School, Cromhall will also have a stall selling their own hand-crafted Christmas decorations and tea-towels.
There will also be the chance to unwind after you shop 'til you drop with wine and nibbles and the opportunity to pamper yourself with a head massage, reflexology, reiki, manicure and eyebrow shaping.
Entry is free, but donations will be gratefully received on the night.
The Christmas Market is being run by St Andrew’s Primary School PTFA in Cromhall. St Andrew’s is one of South Gloucestershire’s smallest schools with only fifteen families so we look forward to welcoming you all and your support. All proceeds will go to St Andrew’s Primary School PTFA, Cromhall registered charity number 1060665.
6.30-8.30pm, Christ The King RC Primary School Hall
We will be visited by Santa in an ice grotto this year, we have lots of new games and stands like ice pond, chocolate fountain, christmas tree surprise, stuffed sock line along with the very popular Raffle, Chocolate and Bottle Tombola and cake stall, mulled wine and so much more. Come and join the festive fun!
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November, St Mary's Church Hall
Songs, Games, Craft and Fun for Primary School aged children. To book a place contact Ruth 413905 or Monica 413975.
6-8pm, Almondsbury School
Join us for a festive evening in the main hall at Almondsbury School.
All the usual stalls including reindeer food, nearly new toys and books, games, raffle and hot refreshments as well as delicious cakes and popcorn.
Purchase your Christmas tree (with free local delivery). And of course Father Christmas will be making a special appearance.
For more information call 01454 612517.
9.30am-4pm, Methodist Hall, Thornbury
A rare chance to hear nationally and internationally renowned experts with local contacts, on two topics of considerable scientific importance, in a public forum with question/answer opportunities.
Alternative Energy Sources: Tidal, Wind, Microgeneration and World Perspectives
Blood and Stuff - Transfusions Then (historical) and Now (proper science!)
The topics will be accessible to the intelligent, concerned layperson, and especially to Sixth Form students of science, geography, general and political studies. Not only do the speakers have local connections, but the topics are very much on our doorstep, and will take account of current economic, social impact and environmental concerns.
A programme of the likely contents for the day:
WHERE ENERGY?
09.30 Opening remarks – Chairman - Bill Gill.
09.35 THE SEVERN BARRAGE - NOT SO MUCH A BORE!
Professor Colin Turner, Head of Civil Engineering, Bristol University
10.00 MICRO GENERATION-CAN YOU PEDAL FAST ENOUGH?
Kieran Wise – Severn Wye Energy Agency
10.25 QUESTIONS
10.35 Refreshments
11.00 GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES - AROUND THE WORLD IN 25 MINUTES!
Paul Ashworth - Caleb Group
11.25 WIND ENERGY-FREE AS AIR!
Matt Partridge - Ecotricity
11.50 QUESTIONS
12.00 CLOSE OF MORNING MEETINGS
BLOOD AND STUFF-TRANSFUSION: PAST, PRESENT and FUTURE
13.30 Opening remarks – Chairman -Trevor Williamson.
13.40 MAKING IT SAFE
Helen Porteous - Abbott Diagnostics
14.10 THE TRANSFUSION PROCESS AS IT WAS
Pete Moore
14.40 Refreshments
15.10 THE TRANSFUSION PROCESS AS IT IS-AND HOW WE WOULD LIKE IT TO BE
Dr Tim Wallington, Asst. Medical Director, National Blood Transfusion Service
15.40 QUESTIONS
16.00 CLOSE OF DAY.
Mid session refreshments will be provided, gratis, but it will be necessary for audience members to make their own lunch arrangements. There are plenty of good restaurant, café and pub food options in Town!
Ticket Prices have been kept to a minimum by generous sponsorship from two of the commercial companies involved: Ecotricity and Abbott Diagnostics. There will be a complimentary Programme for everyone, and relevant displays.
Tickets, @ £1 for each session, are available by post: Bill Gill, Newton Farm, Rockhampton, South Glos. BS35 1LG.
Cheques Payable to Thornbury Chamber of Commerce. Enclose SAE, please.
Or from: Thornbury Garden Shop, High Street, Thornbury.
There is a limited capacity of 200 seats, so early booking is advised.
10am-1pm, St Mary’s School, Thornbury
Visit Santa in his Magical Grotto. Lots and lots of fun for all the family, large selection of stalls including crafts, face painting, toys, tombola, books and a raffle. Hot and cold refreshments will be available including mulled wine and home made cakes. While you are at the Fayre listening to Christmas carols, eating loads of bacon butties, washed down with gallons of mulled wine, why not choose your freshly cut Christmas tree, pick a sprig or two of holly and a bunch of mistletoe, not forgetting the festive wreath for your front door and a beautiful Poinsettia. All money raised goes to the school. Look forward to seeing you there.
10am-1pm, St Mary’s School, Thornbury
Beautiful freshly cut Christmas Trees - the non-drop needle variety - will be for sale. Also Mistletoe, Poinsettias, Holly and festive wreaths for your door. Christmas tree delivery available. All money raised goes to the school.
