Opticians in Kingston and Surbiton are asking customers to think of those less fortunate this Christmas and donate gift-filled shoe boxes for children in the developing world.

A south-west London schoolgirl has joined Mensa with a perfect score.

Two local mums have set up a new website for local families with pre schoolers.

A five year-old boy has died in a playground accident at a Tolworth school.

Robyn Higgins was seven years of age when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer.

Surbiton’s Farmers’ Market will celebrate its first birthday with a special family event on Saturday October 16.

Streetparty is a one week multi-arts project for children between the age of 9-12. Working as their own theatre company, the group will mount a streetparty performance in just 5 days! This is a free event

Council asks which schools should be bigger.

With a weather forcast of BBQ weather all summer, we are hoping it will shine on our Hawaiian Party Summer Fair! Please come and enjoy the fun and games including tombolas, face painting, cake stall, crafts and games. And if you are feeling adventurous, why not try the SURF SIMULATOR? This is a great opportunity to see the progress on the new school building! If your child will be starting school soon, why not come along and see what we get up to! Check out our website www.grandavenue.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/

Kingston National Childbirth Trust (NCT) Nearly New Sale
Bargains galore on good quality baby and toddler clothing, toys, books and large equipment such as pushchairs, cots and highchairs. Don't miss out! Priority queue for NCT members so don't forget to bring your card. Regrettably, no buggies or pushchairs allowed in the sales hall but a free buggy park is available. £1.50 admission

Website: http://www.kingston.gov.uk/kingston_nct_nearly_new_sale
Email: woodhamsmith@hotmail.co.uk
Phone: 020 8547 5409