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Welcome to Drapers Mills Primary Academy
Attendance
At Drapers Mills Primary Academy we expect good attendance and punctuality.
Good Attendance gives children every opportunity to influence their future quality of life and reach their full potential.
Curriculum Overview
We have a bespoke curriculum at Drapers Mills Primary Academy.
We believe our curriculum allows children to shape their futures by developing resilience, respect, as well as, understanding themselves as individuals and encouraging them to aspire to achieve.
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Information from Millmead Community Centre. 📍Kent Community Pantry For a small monthly fee (£17 for individuals or £34 for families), members receive 10 or 20 products each week—depending on the membership type. In partnership with Fairshare and Seashells, we provide a wide range of fresh fruit, vegetables, bakery items, dairy, meat, hygiene, and non-food products. 📍Holiday Club We’re excited to offer a Holiday Club for children aged 4–11 (Reception to Year 6). Sessions run from 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and include a variety of fun and engaging activities. (See attached flyer for details.) Registration is required. 📍Employment Opportunities We’ve also attached details of an employment opportunity for anyone interested in pursuing a career in the NHS or social care. 📘 Facebook: @millmeadchildrenscentre 📸 Instagram: @mccpl_margate
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On Sunday 2nd November, Ivy Wild will be running a Braiding and Cornrow Workshop in Margate – a fun, hands-on way to celebrate Black History Month. Families will have the chance to: ✨ Learn how to do cornrows and braids ✨ Pick up tips on looking after curly and coily hair ✨ Celebrate the history and heritage of braiding traditions, while building a community and meeting new people! It’s a brilliant workshop for parents, carers, and anyone wanting to come together while gaining practical skills and celebrating culture. When: Sunday 2nd October Who: Hosted by Ivy Wild What: Braiding & Cornrow Workshop – part of Black History Month celebrations Where: People Dem Collective, 8 Harold Road Margate Please share this with parents and carers as part of Black History Month – we’d love to see as many families as possible joining us for this special event. For more info or to book a place, head to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/braid-social-margate-tickets-1478810244249?fbclid=PARlRTSANI-lpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp4lnJ5IfrENo-T3SizG4cReitaaESzXjkIaC9dTi8hEbYw2nQdM2KNaxxciO_aem_7oFJqErUOCFXaDyj12Sxcw
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FREE Halloween Special Inclusive Football Session with the Football Fun Factory, taking place on Sunday 26th October from 3pm - 5pm at Tides Leisure Centre in partnership with Dover District Council. This exciting event is designed for children aged 4–12 and is open to children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). It’s the perfect opportunity for children to experience the joy of football in a fun, supportive, and safe environment, with a spooky Halloween twist! ⚽ What to Expect: Engaging football-themed games Inflatable football fun A friendly, welcoming atmosphere Fully inclusive activities tailored to a range of needs Halloween fancy dress and themed challenges! 👻 📍 Venue: Tides Leisure Centre 🕐 Date & Time: Sunday 26th October, 3–5pm 💷 Cost: FREE 👧🧒 Ages: 4–12 📩 To book a space: Click here to book your place! Whether your child is new to football or looking to build confidence and friendships, this is a fantastic opportunity to get involved and enjoy some Halloween football fun!
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Our partners, Total Sports Coaching, are back this October Half Term! They’ll be running exciting Sports Camps, Soccer Schools, and their brand new Holiday Camps with Food across Kent! 🍎⚽🏀 With less than a week to go, there’s still time to secure your spot before the fun begins! 🙌 ⚽ Soccer Schools 📍 Ramsgate FC | Oct 21–23 📍 Whitstable FC | Oct 20–22 🏀 Sports Camps 📍 Thanet | Oct 20–24 📍 Folkestone | Oct 20–24 📍 Ashford | Oct 22–24 🏉 Rugby Camp 📍 Ashford | Oct 20–21 🍎 Holiday Camps 📍 Thanet | Oct 20–24 (Includes a hot meal each day!) 📍 Ashford | Oct 20–24 🎟️ Secure your place today: https://tscoaching.co.uk/session/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=39
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