The Inner Wheel Club 80th Anniversary Celebrations

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

The Inner Wheel Club 80th Anniversary Celebrations

The Inner Wheel Club of Deal celebrated it's 80th anniversary on two occasions. Members and guests enjoyed a dinner at the Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club on the anniversary on 4th April, and again at Walmer and Kingsdown Golf Club on 15th May for lunch.

Guests at the dinner included President Françoise Tabet from their contact club of Béthune Artois in France, President of the Rotary Club of Deal, Marlene Burnham, and President Elect Bob Joslin with his wife Vivien.

Members were joined by 50 guests including the District Chairman, Joan Styles at the lunch. An emotive presentation was given by the guest speaker, Margaret Sargent, about her father and his life as a prisoner of war. Letters were found after his death that spoke of his experiences working on the Burma-Thai Railway.

A generous donation of £565 from the club's President, Frances Evison, was given to Sargent's favourite charity, M.I.N.D. The money was raised from the Coffee Morning that Evison had held and additional donations were made through the raffle during the lunch.




Written article for the Deal Kent Mercury Newspaper.

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CofE Primary School receives UK ‘National Nurturing Schools Award’ from National Charity

CofE Primary School receives UK ‘National Nurturing Schools Award’ from National Charity

Kingsdown and Ringwould Church of England Primary School has recently received the National Nurturing Schools Award by the national charity, Nurtureuk. It was given tot he school at a joyful Award Presentation on the 16th May 2019.

The award is given to those who have successfully completed the two-year National Nurturing Schools Programme. It's purpose is to develop a nurturing culture within schools in order to enhance the learning ability of children by focusing on their emotional needs.

The school's Headteacher, Mrs Cope, thanks Natureuk for their support throughout the programme. Mrs Cope is  proud of what the school has accomplished, saying that, "Our school holds the wellbeing of our children at it's heart."

The Dover MP, Charlie Elphicke, also attended the presentation and held high praise for the school's achievements:

“Kingsdown School is an outstanding school. Meeting the children, you can tell what a fantastic school this is and what a great job the teaching staff have done in instilling these positive values.”

Nurtureuk is a national charity that works to ensure that disadvantaged children gain a positive and nurturing environment for the welfare of their education. This is achieved by training and teaching in schools, providing resources and support.

The programme is designed to assist the needs of each pupil and making learning accessible to all. There are many benefits from this programme including reports of wellbeing for the parents, as well as the a more inclusive atmosphere within the school.

For further information please contact Léa Verlaguet at lea@nurtureuk.org 





Written article for the Deal Kent Mercury Newspaper.



Written article for the Deal Kent Mercury Newspaper.

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A Visit from the RNLI Sandwich Infant School

A Visit from the RNLI Sandwich Infant School

The RNLI lifeguards made a visit to Keystage One at Sandwich Infant School on Wednesday the 15th May 2019.

The children were taught the importance of safety on the beach, including where to find a lifeguard and the meaning of the flags that allow them to surf or swim.

Lifeguards Tobias Ullyett, Curtis Hams and Madeleine Kear led the session and found the children very enthusiastic to learn about what to do when in danger. They even showed the children the RNLI truck and how they would help someone in the sea including their first aid kits and lifebelts.

The lifeguards were happy to answer any questions about safety and the children learnt how to stay safe when visiting the beach.




Written article for the Deal Kent Mercury Newspaper.

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Deal Parochial School Reunion

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Deal Parochial School Reunion

There will be a reunion  for ex-pupils of Deal Parochial School. The invitations are for those  who attended the School between 1950 to 1960. It will be held at 12 noon on Saturday 13th July at the Royal British Legion Club in Market Street, Deal.



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Save the Children Quiz

Save the Children Quiz

A quiz will be taking place as a fundraiser for the Save the Children Charity, Deal and District Branch. The cost will be £2 per person and teams are welcome.

 All proceed from this event will go towards the charity. The quiz will take place 7.30 pm (arrival from 7.00) Thursday 30th May Deal Vics Cricket Club, CT14 7RQ.

Website: www.scdeal.org/home



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Walmer Wildlife Group

Walmer Wildlife Group

A new walking group has been formed to enjoy and observe the wildlife and flora around Hawkshill Common and local areas. It will be leisurely stroll around the common and over the fields towards Kingsdown, where there will be a break for coffee at the local Pub, The Zetland Arms. The walk will then return back to the car park. Dogs and children are very welcome.

The group will meet weekly on a Wednesday to begin at 10.00 am at Hawks Hill Car Park, opposite the junction of Grams Road and Liverpool Road. It is to end at approximately 12 noon. For more details, please contact Mark Styles.

Tel: 01304 375495

Walmer Wildlife Walking Group



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Staple Country and Craft Fayre

Staple Country and Craft Fayre

The Staple Recreation Ground is holding an event for a perfect family Summer day out. Entertainment such as Maypole dancing, terrier racing and even a falconry display. There is plenty of refreshments, including a beer tent, as well as plenty of animals from the farm and live music. Classic cars and Vintage Tractors will also be on display as well as much more.

The event will take place on Sunday 24th June from 11am at the Staple Recreation Ground on Mill Road, Staple. Entry tickets cost £2, with children under 12 costing 50p, Senior Citizens £1 and a family ticket is £5.   

Written article for the Deal Kent Mercury Newspaper.

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