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September 24, 2025
St Andrews: FREE Halloween activities in October at St Andrews Museum
Bovington: Tank museum 'On Track' free wellbeing network event - Thursday 2nd Oct
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10am - 4pm
Join us for On Track, a dedicated wellbeing event recognising the unique experiences and challenges faced by those in and around the armed forces.
It’s designed for all members of the armed forces community – including regulars and reserves, service families, the bereaved, service leavers, veterans, and anyone connected to life in the forces.
This year, the focus is on community, celebrating the power of positive, supportive communities and their impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself or someone close to you, or simply want to learn more about the resources available, On Track is here to help.
For more details, programme timings and to book your free ticket click HERE
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Conference: How military partners fit within the workforce of the future – 3 Nov
Monday 3 November, 9:00 – 17:00, Town House, Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2EQ
Kingston University are holding an important conference on the employability and skills of Service partners. Hear about the latest research which highlights the skills of Service partners in the workplace, and consider the practical steps needed to ensure these are incorporated – and valued – at work.
Serving personnel and partners, including those who are dual-serving and Reservists, are welcome to attend. Veterans, policy makers, employers and related organisations are also invited.
This event is free to attend and will offer refreshments and networking opportunities.
Find out more about the event and register your place in advance.
Extra school funding for Service children: Service Pupil Premium 2025
The Department for Education (DfE) provides additional funding through the Service Pupil Premium in England. The SPP grant goes directly to academies and non-maintained state schools, as well as local authorities for each school they maintain.
The SPP grant for 2025 is £350 per Service pupil – children from Reception to Year 11 may be eligible.
To help your child’s school to qualify for SPP, Service parents are encouraged to inform schools of their Service status ahead of the autumn census deadline of Thursday 2 October 2025. You can do this by talking to the headteacher or school administration staff.
About the Service Pupil Premium
The main purposes of the Service pupil premium are to:
- help mitigate the negative impact of high mobility on a Service pupil’s education
- enable schools to offer pastoral support to eligible pupils, particularly during times of family separation such as deployments
Am I eligible?
Pupils attract SPP if they meet one of the following criteria:
• One of their parents is serving in the regular Armed Forces (including pupils with a parent who is on full commitment as part of the Full-Time Reserve Service).
• One of their parents died while serving in the armed forces and the pupil receives a pension under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme or the War Pensions Scheme.
• They have been registered as a ‘Service child’ in the most recent autumn DfE school census or they do not currently have ‘Service child’ status but they have been registered as a ‘Service child’ on any DfE school census in the past 6 years.
• One of their parents is in the armed forces of another nation and is stationed in England.
For more information about the Service Pupil Premium, including its purpose and what it’s used for, visit GOV.UK (www).
Bovington: Garrison Memorial Hall weekly activities for adults and children
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Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Bovington: Bovitots parent, baby & child group sessions
A relaxed friendly space for the little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect.
Everyone welcome.
Large indoor play area and fenced outdoor space with toys.Toilets and baby changing facilities.
Free car parking.
Poppies tearoom is adjacent to the Memorial Hall serving breakfasts, lunches, kids meals, beverages, hot/cold snacks & takeaway.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Bovington: Citizens Advice sessions at Bovington HIVE every Thursday - Free advice & support
Available to all Garrison personnel, spouses, partners, reserves, veterans, civil servants, MOD contractors and local civilian community. Confidentiality guaranteed.
Appointments are not necessary, just turn up. First come, first serve basis.
Information provided by Bovington HIVE
Catterick: Catterick Garrison Employment & Support Fair 9th Oct
Information provided by North HIVE Hub
Northern Ireland: Twilight Night at Wallace Park - Wed 22nd Oct & Thurs 23rd Oct
Experience a mesmerising lantern parade led by the pulsating sounds of SPARK!, followed by a host of attractions and a delicious selection of local treats at the Artisan Food Village. The night culminates in a superb fireworks finale and laser show.
e-Tickets: £3 per person or £15 for a family of 6
Tickets are available exclusively online starting at 12 noon on Wed, 1 October.
*IMPORTANT*
Please make sure you have a registered account with ISLAND Arts Centre before the tickets go on sale or update your existing account's password. You can do that here: https://www.islandartscentre.com/account.
Information provided by HIVE NI
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