Eastwood

January 2012:

Due to a number of changes behind the scenes, we are delighted to announce that Extended Services is back after a brief Christmas break.

The new and improved service will feature new initiatives, projects and services for the benefit of the local and wider community. The aim of ES has always been to provide opportunities to children, young people and their families within the Eastwood community.

We hope that with a redefined service in 2012, we will be able to provide more fantastic opportunities. Keep a check through this website to find out what is happening throughout your schools and across the family of schools within Eastwood.

November 2011:

Christmas Lights Switch On - 2011

The biggest event in the Eastwood calendar is back upon us! Tuesday November 22nd will see this year's extravaganza and SAFE will feature high on the agenda with a 'Festive Art Exhibition'.

Please click here to see the flyer.

Christmas Cookery Course & Potty About Pots:

We have two fantastic new courses starting at Eastwood Comprehens-ive school this month.

Potty about Pots is just for adults, while Christmas Cookery is open to families within the family of schools.

Both these are delivered on Wednesday evenings between 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Click here to see more up-coming events including these two courses.

October 2011:

HALF-TERM FEEDBACK - WE NEED YOU!!

It has been a fabulous week of fun activities that have seen over 160 children come into the Extended Services environment at Brookhill Leys Primary School and take part in a variety of things, such as Archery, the 25ft Climbing Wall and a learn to DJ set.

We do however like to receive feedback from the children who took part and also their mums, dads, grandparents and carers who have attended the sessions with the children. It is with this in mind that we have developed a simple feedback form. It will take two minutes (if that) to complete and will help shape the future activities we look to offer.

So please click the link below and then complete the form. Forms can be dropped into your child's school office or email straight back to myself @ ' This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it '.

Download Here:

OCTOBER HALF-TERM:

Our week of free holiday activities are well underway and are virtually full. Only five spaces remain on the final Archery session on Friday between 1pm and 2pm. The remainder of the week is completely fully booked such has been the demand.

If you are unable to attend this week, then please use the contact page to register your interest for up-coming holiday activities. By doing this you will have the information delivered to your email inbox before anyone else!

WHAT'S ON......

We have an exciting program of activities happening throughout Extended Services in the run-up to Christmas aside from what is currently being delivered across the seven schools within our family.

FREE Family Christmas Cookery - Starting Wednesday 9th November for six weeks @ Eastwood Comprehensive School. 18:30pm til 20:30pm

Potty About Pots - For 19 +, Starting Wednesday 9th November - 18:30pm til 20:30pm. £25 for the course @ Eastwood Comprehensive School

Winter Wonderland Exhibition - Launching on Tuesday 22nd November at the S.A.F.E. Centre during Christmas Lights Switch On Event.

Click to download the 'What's on Guide'.

September 2011:

OCTOBER HALF TERM:

Extended Services are delighted to announce that there will be a full week of exciting activities taking place for all children and young people within Eastwood this half-term. Please note, ALL activities will be taking place in just one venue - Brookhill Leys Primary School.

Please click the image to view what activities are happening and when.

You can also download a booking form by clicking on 'Latest Downloads' on the top right of this page.

LYNNCROFT WIN LEGO BATTLE OF THE SCHOOLS!

Students from Lynncroft were victorious in Friday's inaugural Lego Green City Challenge Event held at Eastwood Comprehensive School. Organised by Extended Services, the event brought together over 80 children from six primary schools in the Eastwood family of schools.

Well supported by a number of Eastwood Comprehensive School's Year 9 science leaders, students from each school were teamed up to undertake a variety of STEM based activities using a robot that they had to construct and run.

A great day was had by all, with all students taking him a unique Lego medal it was left to Lynncroft to claim the amazing trophy which now stands pride of place in school reception.

Thanks to all who attended, including the Mayor of Eastwood, Keith Longdon and Josie Forrest. Special thanks to each school for supporting the event and Mark Pickford for his generous hospitality at Eastwood Comprehensive School.

To view video provided by Eastwood Comprehensive School, please click the school above.

DO YOU WANT TO BE PART OF  

SOMETHING EXCITING?

Fancy joining a club where you can relax and enjoy one the latest blockbuster releases whilst sat chilling with your friends?

Well, Film Club is here. Not only can you watch a top film, in a safe and relaxing environment - but you can also write about it afterwards by publishing YOUR review on the internet for the whole world to read!

What's more, if we make the school clubs successful, YOU could win the chance to interview the stars on the red carpet in Leicester Square at a live premiere.

To find out more, speak to your school office!

THE NEW TERM:

The new school term will see a variety of new activities for everyone across our family of schools.

From family cookery, to family learning and film clubs. Stay tuned on this website for the very latest information. South Nottingham College will also be delivering a variety of courses across the town in September and beyond.

ADULT LEARNING @ S.A.F.E

South Nottingham College will be delivering a variety of courses here from the 13th. To view what courses are available and how you can take part, please click here:

A THANK YOU:

To all those who attended the free activities at S.A.F.E. across the summer holidays. Well over 100 children came through the doors and took advantage of the free opportunities on offer.

There will be an exciting programme of activities planned for October half-term so stay tuned for the very latest details.

August 2011:

S.A.F.E. Activities:

Our free activities continue during August between Tuesday and Thursday 10am til 4pm.

July 2011:

POLICE BEAT SURGERY AT S.A.F.E.

Anybody from the local community can come to the Centre on Tuesday 9th August to chat informally to Eastwood's local beat officers. They will be present to answer your questions, give you advice and anything else they can be of service for.

You can come to the relaxed session and enjoy a free cup of tea/coffee between 11am and 12pm.

Please click here to download a poster/flyer.

S.A.F.E. ACTIVITIES THIS SUMMER.....

The S.A.F.E. Centre will throw open its doors this summer to allow children and young people to come and use the facilities completely free of charge.

Whether you want to make use of the internet, play games, use the Nintendo Wii’s or just sit back relax whilst reading a book, you can – in the S.A.F.E. surroundings of the Centre!

Sessions are completely free and will be running from 10am until 4pm every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday throughout the six-week summer break. No need to book, just turn up.

For more information call Extended Services on 01623 723555.

Click here for more info:

June 2011:

HAVE YOU GOT THE GOLDEN TICKET?

This summer will see the return of one of Nottinghamshire's premier holiday programmes. 'Once Upon A Time' is the theme for this year's event based around Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The two week scheme aimed at 8 to 13 year olds begins on August 23rd and runs until Friday September 2nd.

For more information please call Sarah Taylor at Eastwood Comprehensive School on 01773 786212 (ext 123).

£500 In The Kitty

Extended Services have been awarded £500 by former Mayor of Eastwood Keith Longdon. The presentation took place at Greasley Beauvale Primary School and featured in the Eastwood and Kimberley Advertiser recently.

The funding will go towards purchasing cooking equipment for use within the family of schools.

VIBE Festival - July 2011

EASTWOOD ARTS FESTIVAL - JULY 2011

Broxtowe Borough Council have launched this year's programme for the Arts Festival which begins in July. The month will see a whole host of events across the town many of which are free to the public. The SAFE Centre will feature during the month - so to find out more information please visit the dedicated website here:

ZUMBA @ Eastwood Sports Centre

We are delighted to announce that the fitness craze that is Zumba is set to be launched at Eastwood Sports Centre in May. Fundsport Fitness have huge experience in delivering the technique and will be bringing the party to town this Summer.

Coming every Tuesday evening between 6pm and 7pm, the session is open to those aged 14+ and will cost just £3.50 per session. Whats more, if you book 6 sessions up front, you will receive the 7th completely FREE!

To book your place please call Fundsport Fitness on 01623 723555.

Click to download the flyer.

March 2011:

S.A.F.E. Is a Charity Case!

We are delighted to annnouce that the student-led community group known as S.A.F.E. have been awarded charity status by the Charity Commission. The group have been working hard over the last few months to secure the accolade. It will enable the students to secure further funding to ensure the project they started back in 2010 will remain.

Easter Cookery Course Full!

Due to high demand our Easter Cookery course that commences this coming Thursday (3rd March) at Eastwood Comprehensive School is now fully booked. This is the third course of this type following the Christmas Cookery and Spanish Cookery. We will be looking to deliver a further course later in the year.

Stay tuned for further details or to register your interest, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Zumba Fitness Sessions Coming Soon? Join The Craze.....

Extended Services and the Community department within Eastwood Comprehensive School are looking to deliver Zumba fitness sessions. We have sourced a fully qualified Zumba tutor and would look to offer the sessions on a Tuesday evening at Eastwood Comprehensive School.

The sessions would be open to 16+ and cost £3.50 per session. To register your interest please contact either Barry Cooper or Sarah Taylor on the details above.

February 2011:

Ofsted - WE ARE OUTSTANDING!

Following a recent Ofsted inspection at Eastwood Comprehensive School, Extended Services came under scrutiny from Her Majesty's Inspectors. Following a gruelling couple of days, it was decided that the Community Department (inclusive of Extended Services) has been rated as Outstanding.

It is a fantastic achievement and one we are all immensely proud of.

Try Something New This February!

Extended Services are holding a variety of FREE activity sessions this February half-term. Taking place in the S.A.F.E. Centre on Nottingham Road, children and their Grandparents (+ parents/carers) will be able to come and take part in a short course called 'Silver Surfers'. The sessions will be two hours, structured and relaxed enabling the children to teach their grandparents how to use the internet and make the most of this wonderful service.

People of Eastwood will also be able to take part in a free Zumba taster session on the Monday morning. Dance enthusiasts will also be able to enjoy some free dance activities while a local poet will offer a poetry and creative writing workshop as well as Internet Cafe's and IT Support.

Further details of the programme can be viewed below - however interest is already high and places are limited so please contact Barry Cooper on 01623 723555 or Sarah Taylor on 01773 786212 to register your interest.

Half-Term Timetable:

Silver Surfers Poster:

Cooking for Easter

A fantastic free, cooking programme for families is now available. Extended Services and Eastwood Comprehensive School have teamed up with learning partner Castle College to launch the pre-Easter course.

Come and learn new cookery skills and how to adapt fun and healthy recipes for Easter. The course will begin on Thursday March 3rd and run for six weeks between 6:30pm and 8:30pm at the School on Mansfield Road.

To book your place and places are limited, please call Sarah Taylor on 01773 786212 ext 123

January 2011:

Community CAFE - This FREE opportunity gives students and the community the chance to access the state of the art computer suite in the S.A.F.E. Centre. We have 10 computer stations all with MS Office 2007 and internet access. Between 3:30pm and 5:30pm you can catch up on homework, apply for courses or jobs, familiarise yourself with Office 2007 and the internet. This course if completely free and runs from Monday 10th to Friday 28th January (excluding weekends). Tea and coffee/squash is also available ay 25p per cup.

An Introduction to Belly Dancing - Ever fancied learning how to belly dance? Well now you can with three free introductory sessions with our highly acclaimed tutor. She will be at the S.A.F.E. Centre on Thursday 13th, Thursday 27th and Thursday 10th February between 9:30am and 11:30am.

Coffee Mornings - Every other Thursday starting 13th January, mums, dads, parents and carers, grandparents and members of the community will be able to drop in to the S.A.F.E. Centre and find out information about their child's school, what events are happening throughout the community and on selected dates. Meet Head Teachers and teachers from each school. The coffee mornings are completely free, informal and open to all. Between 9:30 and 11:30am. Toddlers/children are most welcome.

Father and Son Snooker/Pool - Delivered at Phoenix Cue Sports in Eastwood. Primarily targeted at Fathers/Sons although Mothers/Daughters and Grandparents are welcome, we are offering a six week course where each couple can play between 6pm - 8pm for just £5. What's more, if you sign and pay up front for the six sessions you will receive a FREE Father/Son year membership - WOW!

Please call Sarah Taylor on 01773 786212 (ext 123) to book your place!

For the very latest information on Family Learning opportunities then please click here:

December 2010:

Extended Services Newsletter Winter 2010

Available to download here:

November 2010:

Eastwood Christmas Lights Switch On Event 2010:

Tuesday 23rd November, 6pm til 8:30pm.

October 2010:

S.A.F.E. STUDENTS COME 2ND IN COMPETITION!

The group of Eastwood young people nominated for the Young People of The Year Award attended a prestigious presentation ceremony at Nottingham University this evening. Having gone through a difficult and challenging process which involved various interviews, photo shoots and writing reports - the students finished a proud second.

Winning £500 for the S.A.F.E. project, the students will be put that money towards their community based project.

Mrs Downs the Pastoral Support Co-ordinator at Eastwood Comprehensive nominated the group stating “ SAFE wanted the shop  to be a genuine community centre benefitting students, families and adults across the Eastwood ‘Family of Schools’ and the wider community”.  Mrs Downs said from start-up to the official opening of the SAFE shop on Nottingham Road nine months later, all the group had “worked their socks off!”.

Tony Gearing (founder of Yopey) wrote: “Getting a closer link between school and community is a great idea and the students at Eastwood Comprehensive have literally rolled their sleeves up and made it happen.”

The students are pictured above recieving their award.

September 2010:

GROUP ARE A S.A.F.E. BET!

A GROUP OF YOUNG PEOPLE from Eastwood Comprehensive School have been selected to attend the final of the Young People of The Year Competition at Nottingham University in October. The group who call themselves S.A.F.E. which stands proudly for 'Supporting Action for Eastwood' have been up and running for a number of months with the intention of making a difference in the community.

 

09/08/10: S.A.F.E. Learning Programme

You have probably been unable to miss the publicity surrounding the launch of the new student led project at the S.A.F.E. centre recently. The project has been up and running for a number of months now and following discussions with educational provider Castle College, the group are delighted to announce the programme of learning for adults and families.

The exciting programme of courses which will be of interest to many throughout the community will be released later this week. The courses being run at S.A.F.E. will include favourites such as 'Tracing Your Family Tree' and 'Digital Photography'. There has been a huge level of interest in these courses already, so to register your interest further and make sure you don't miss out please contact the college direct on 01159 884 279.

The full programme can be viewed by clicking here. Flyers are now available from the S.A.F.E. Centre and throughout Eastwood.

01/08/10: Summer School Update

Places are quickly running out for the Eastwood Comprehensive Summer School which is being held in a couple of weeks time. Running with the support of Extended Services and School partner Fundsport UK, students will be able to enjoy a whole host of organised activities including team building games, music, sport, dance and drama.

Students will also visit the National Media Museum in Bradford as part of the two-week programme. The School has been hugely popular having been on-going for a number of years and is in fact one of the more established transition programmes running throughout the county.

Running from Monday 23rd August through to Friday 3rd September, the whole programme costs just £10! To secure your place please contact Sarah Taylor on 01773 786212 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

02/08/2010: Golf Academy A Roaring Success

The inaugural Golf Academy held at Eastwood Comprehensive last week proved to be a fantastic success. The first of its type was delivered by professional PGA Golfer Mark Battison and he said "All of the children enjoyed themselves which is great. They took part in a variety of activities which included learning the art of putting, chipping and driving. The children also played a 9-hole course on the final day."

Because of the huge success of the course, Fundsport Academies are looking at holding a follow up course during the next half-term in October. To register your interest, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it !

19/07/2010: 50% Discount on Golf Academy

An incredible launch offer has been released to enable young golfers to access next weeks Academy for just £7.50.

Starting on Tuesday morning at 10am, the PGA advanced coaching sessions will cost just £7.50 per day or £20 for the three days. Learning exciting techniques from our experienced golf coach, you will be able to develop your skills to a high level.

As expected, with such a great offer - places are going quickly so call 01623 723555 to book your place NOW!

19/07/2010: Extended Services Newsletter Available!

As from Wednesday 21st July, the brand new Extended Services Newsletter will be available to all schools within the family. The shiny new publication will be distributed throughout the schools on Wednesday so make sure you get your copy.

Containing everything you need to know about activities happening throughout the area over the course of the summer W.O.W. returns bigger, brighter and better than ever - so don't miss out!

It will also be available to download on www.eastwood-es.co.uk from Wednesday morning.

06/07/2010: PGA Golf Academy This Summer!

This summer will give budding young golfers the opportunity to learn new skills in an advanced coaching camp at Eastwood Comprehensive later this month.

Falling under the Fundsport Academy programme, the three-day course beginning on Tuesday 27th July will cost £20 or £7.50 per day. To get more information, please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

03/07/2010: S.A.F.E. Street Football Project Launched!

From Wednesday 7th June, we will be offering FREE football coaching sessions at Eastwood Comprehensive School from 3:30pm til 5:30pm.

Please look out for the posters that are dotted around every school. Should you require a registration form, then you can download one from here:

The sessions are open to boys and girls aged 11 plus.

Please note, these sessions are term-time only and will re-commence in September.

03/07/2010: Spanish Cookery Sessions

Extended Services are working closely with a Spanish language tutor and Eastwood Comprehensive to set-up and run an exciting new project in September. Offering families the opportunity to learn various well known dishes such as Paella and Tapas as well as other Iberian dishes. Using Spanish themes and language, this FREE course is sure to set your pulses racing.

For more information, or to register your interest - please contact Barry Cooper or Sarah Taylor on 01623 723555 or 01773 786212.

29/06/2010: Healthy Lunchbox Demonstration

A workshop will be delivered in helping parents create exciting and healthy lunchboxes for their children. Many parents find it tough to give their young ones different things every day that are healthy, enjoyable and not too expensive. In conjunction with Mia Johnson, the NHS will providing this FREE workshop on July 14th.

The workshop will take place at the Greasley Beauvale Parents Group, 2-3pm at the Lawrence Site on Dovecote Road.

15/06/2010: S.A.F.E. Launched

After months of hard work behind the scenes a fantastic new community centre has opened in the town. Run by a group of young people from Eastwood Comprehensive School, the project known formally as Supporting Action for Eastwood will offer a whole host of services whilst attempting to attract funding to secure the future of the centre.

The centre opened officially last Friday evening with an Honours Presentation to the group of students by Head Teacher Mark Pickford. Town Mayor Brian Griffin was also present along with Chair of Governors David Hill.

Further information can be found by clicking the following link: S.A.F.E. Launch

www.eastwood-es.co.uk will showcase all the up-to-date information over the next few weeks as S.A.F.E. goes from strength to strength.

20/05/2010: Summer School!

Eastwood Comprehensive and Extended Services will come together once again this August for the annual Summer School. The two week programme is aimed at Year 5 and 6 students from across the Eastwood Family of Schools. Taking part in a variety of activities such as Drama, Dance, Sport and Music - students will also visit the National Film and Photography IMAX Museum in Bradford.

The course runs for nine days from monday 23rd August to Friday 3rd September and costs just £10. For more information please contact Sarah Taylor on 01773 786212 ext 123.

18/05/10: Transition Holiday Activities!

Last month www.eastwood-es.co.uk broke the news that we were planning half-term activities for Year 5 and Year 6 children across the family of schools. Well Extended Services Eastwood are delighted to announce they have been confirmed.

The FREE sports and activity sessions will be running from 10am until 3pm at Greasley Beauvale Primary School (DH Lawrence Site) from Tuesday 1st - Friday 4th June.

Look out for letters and flyers being distributed through schools in the coming days.

10/05/10: New Extended Services Magazine

Over the last few weeks at Extended Services Towers we have been busy preparing a bright new information letter for everyone throughout Eastwood.

The newsletter will give information on the latest happenings within the family of schools, plus information surrounding activities in the summer. Keep those eyes peeled for the very lates!

27/04/10: Free Holiday Activities For Y5 and Y6!

Extended Services are currently planning holiday activities for the upcoming June half-term break. The sessions, which will form part of the transition programme will be running from Tuesday to Friday (1st - 4th June 2010) at Greasley Beauvale Primary School (Lawrence Site) and Greasley Sports Centre.

The activities which are specifically targeted at Year 5 and Year 6 on the verge of moving to secondary school will include dance, arts and crafts, multi-sport plus inflatable fun (Subject to availability and weather permitting).

Keep checking www.eastwood-es.co.uk over the next couple of weeks for further information.

12/04/10: Springbank Opens It's Doors!

While the majority of Eastwood were enjoying their chocolate and hot cross buns over the Easter break, a huge transformation was taking place in one of our schools.

What was formally Eastwood Infant and Juniors on Devonshire Drive will now become Springbank Primary after undergoing extensive work to almalgamate the two schools. With the school set to move to a new site on Church Street next year, it starts what will hopefully be an exciting new era for Eastwood.

Former Head Teacher at the Infants, Elaine Lyons has retired with Julie Vaccari becoming the new Head at Springbank.

Mini-Bus Service Launched!

Fundsport UK have teamed up with Eastwood Comprehensive to provide a new mini-bus service. The bus, a shiny new Ford Transit will provide a full-time service for the school whilst also providing the school with a full-time member of staff to support in the school's curriculum during times when the bus isn't running.

Where possible, the bus will also be able to support the Family of Schools - this will be organised through close liaison with the Comprehensive.

Free Swimming at Kimberley Leisure Centre:

Young people under the age of 16 can now access free swimming throughout Broxtowe. Under the government's drive to increase participation and also encourage health and wellbeing - young people and those over 60 stand to benefit.

In order to claim your free swim, you must hold a current Broxtowe Leisure Card - available by clicking the following link:

For more information on Free Swimming and to see the timetable at Kimberley, please click here:

25/03/10: Easter Activities:

Eastwood Sports Centre are running a variety of sporting activties throughout the Easter Holidays. For more information please click here.

Whats Currently Offered Throughout Schools?

An updated list of what extra curricular activities available throughout all schools will be added shortly. To view each school's timetable, please go to the school sub-section.

24/03/10: Pathfinder Childcare Latest:

Tomorrow (Thursday) will see five months of childcare activity sessions come to an end at Brookhill Leys. The funding that had been secured has ended and there currently isn't any more to sustain these activities.

The sessions have been very well attended and successful - so Extended Services would like to thank all who accessed the free provision.

Should this provision happen in the future then schools will be informed.

KICK IT EASTWOOD:

Using football as the engagement tool to reduce crime and disorder, in conjunction with Connexions, Nottinghamshire County Council and the Police.

Extended Services are running football sessions 7-8pm at Eastwood Sports Centre every Friday evening. These sessions are run by qualified CRB checked FA coaches and are FREE of charge.

 

12/2/10: First Aid Course

Twenty BTEC PE students from Eastwood Comprehensive have accessed a FREE First Aid course. The qualification organised and funded by Fundsport, was run by a qualified tutor from the FA.

14/01/10: Thursday Morning Latest:



Three schools in the Eastwood Family have so far closed this morning, due to the continuing weather.



Brookhill Leys School, Chewton Street (Pathfinder Session Tonight Also Cancelled)

Lynncroft Primary School

Priory Catholic School



All other schools are operating as normal, but do take extra care around school sites.


We will endeavour to keep this updated throughout the day ahead of tomorrow.


13/01/10: Wednesday Update - 16:00hrs:



Already across Nottinghamshire various schools are closing ahead of tomorrow. Extended Services advise all parents/carers to keep in contact with local media outlets ahead of potential closures tomorrow.



BBC Radio Nottingham

Trent FM

Heart 106



13/01/10: Wednesday (13/01/10) Updated 09:25am:



Conditions have become extremely dangerous overnight across Nottinghamshire and again, many schools throughout the county have been forced to shut today.



The conditions in Eastwood are extremely hazardous, so take extra care.



So far today, the only school's closed are Priory Catholic on Hilltop and Lynncroft. If there are any further updates, Extended Services will announce them here. All other schools in the family are currently operating as normal!



In the meantime, please continue to check local media - all links can be found below.




08/01/10: Friday Update:



All schools within the family are open as normal today, however with the forecast over the weekend the situation may well change ahead of next week. We will endeavour to update the website over the weekend with any news from the schools that we recieve.



Extended Services would recommend that parents keep in touch with local media...BBC Radio Nottingham, Trent FM and Heart 106 over the next couple of days. The links below will also carry regular updates should any schools be closed on Monday.



BBC Radio Nottingham

Trent FM

Heart 106


07/01/10: The Big Freeze - Update:



As of 07:30am this morning, the following schools within the family are closed today 7th January.



* Brookhill Leys (This also means the Pathfinder Session tonight, will be cancelled)

* Priory Catholic.



Should there be any changes, please check the links below.



06/01/10: Britain's Big Freeze - How It Effects Eastwood?



As of this morning the following schools in the Family are closed:


* Brookhill Leys Primary

* Lynncroft Primary & Nursery

* Priory Catholic School.



Eastwood Infant & Junior, Eastwood Comprehensive and Greasley Beauvale schools are currently open and operating as usual.


However routes around the schools are dangerous so do take it steady and follow advice issued by the Highways Agency, Met Office and Local Authority.



Should anything change, please check back or following the following links for up-to-date travel and school closure information: BBC Nottingham - Trent FM



Please check the website and above links tomorrow for any restricted services or school closures.



02/01/10: Happy New Year - From Your Extended Services Team.

May the New Year be prosperous for all!!




20/12/09: Merry Christmas From Eastwood Extended Services!

We wish everybody an enjoyable and safe festive period.




12/11/09: Pathfinder Course Launched



Extended Services are delighted to announce an exciting FREE activity, sport and childcare course in Eastwood.



The sessions, open to children on the SEN register begin on Monday 23rd November and will run on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays until Christmas - then again from 9th January until the middle of February.



Details of the course, open to children aged 5+ can be found below.


Children have been identified through their schools and have been sent letters, should you have not received a letter, please contact us via the Fundsport office on 01623 723555 or email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .



Mondays: Eastwood Comprehensive School - 3:30pm til 5:30pm

Thursdays: Brookhill Leys School - 3:30pm til 5:15pm

Saturdays: Eastwood Comprehensive School - 9am til 12pm.



All children will be required to fill in a registration form, you can download this here.


To view the Letter sent out in school, please click here: Pathfinder Letter



5/11/09: Family Football Challenge Hits Off



Extended Services and Fundsport have joined forces with the Family of Schools to provide an exciting Inflatable Football Challenge for children throughout Eastwood.



Children will get the chance to have five penalties in Fundsport's giant inflatable, with the aim of trying to score as many as possible.


They will also get the chance to test the speed of their shots with the Radar Gun. Each year group will get to have a go in order with the winners going through to a final, where they will have the chance to win an exciting prize. 


The event's which will begin on Friday 6th November at Greasley Beauvale School will run every Friday until the 4th December.



The thought behind the event was to give the children something extra curricular that can also raise funds for the schools. With children paying just £1 to enter, the schools stand to gain a nice addition to their budgets.



For more information, please look out for flyers that will be distributed through school in the coming days, and posters that will be displayed throughout school.



November 2009: Eastwood Backs The Bid


Extended Services within the Eastwood Family of Schools are delighted to provide their backing to Nottingham's efforts to become a host city for the 2018 World Cup.


The campaign which is being driven by Nottingham Forest FC and Nottingham City Council will hopefully see Nottingham showcase the festival of football.



There are 14 other cities vying for the prestige of hosting the competition, with Nottingham up against local rivals Derby and Leicester as well as the likes of Sheffield, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham and Newcastle.



The 15 cities will be whittled down to ten in December so it's vital that the city receives your support!



Extended Services Co-ordinator Barry Cooper commented: "It's a fantastic opportunity for the county to be hosting the World Cup and the impact it could have on the children would be fantastic.


It would leave a great legacy for generations to come. While our support in the grand scheme of things is probably quite minimal, the more schools that back the bid the better".


To pledge your support, please click here: Back The Bid!!




14/10/09: Castle College & Extended Services Launch FREE Cookery Course



Your Extended Services have joined forces to launch an exicting new Christmas Cookery Course for parents, carers and children aged 8 to 16.



The course will be run every Thursday at Eastwood Comprehensive School starting from 12th November for six weeks.



For more information or to book a place please call 01773 786 212 ext 123.







20/9/09: Notice Boards



All seven schools within the family have now recieved Extended Services Notice Boards. Hopefully you will have seen them dotted around the outside's of all school buildings.


The Boards will contain a synopsis of what's on this website, as well as flyers and information for event's that are happening in and around the area.



Extended Services will be keeping them up-to-date, but if you notice any problems with any of the Boards, please do not hesitate to contact us through this website!


10/9/09: The New School Year



Welcome back to all students new and old. Hopefully from now you will see many new changes and additions to your Extended Services. Keep a check around school, on the website, notice boards and local press for more information.



There are a number of exciting new project's and programmes that we are working on which will benefit the whole of Eastwood, so stay tuned!!


20/7/09: Swine Flu Update:

As has been widely reported in the media, the issues with Swine Flu are becoming more frequent. For up-to-date information and advice, please contact your GP or click the following link to the Direct.gov.uk website.

10/7/09: New Website & Logo Launched

We are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new website www.eastwood-es.co.uk - the site will be the new home to the family of schools in Eastwood.

Not only does the website feature bags of information and exciting things, we have created a stylish new logo that will represent the Family of Schools - keep an eye out for it when your out and about!!

October Half-Term Activities:

Eastwood Sports Centre:

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Please check back for more updates for October activities!

And The Survey Says?

 

Fundsport and Extended Services have been working closely with the students, along with Head Teacher Mark Pickford and Student Support Co-ordinator Jacqui Downs. All will be in attendance at next months showpiece along with former Eastwood Mayor Keith Longdon, Managing Director of Fundsport Mark Craddock and the school's Arts Development Manager Sarah Taylor.