Reach for the Stars!

Halloween’s theme is underway in Hunts Grove Primary’s before and after school club. Children have loved tuning into witches, wizards, and skeletons, filling the club with spooky fun and creative energy. The first term has been fantastic, with everyone settling in, making new friends, and enjoying a wide range of activities. It’s been wonderful to see so much enthusiasm and imagination from all the children.

Meanwhile, excitement is building for the upcoming half-term at Hempsted Primary, where KiKi’s Playscheme will be launching its “Out of This World” space play theme! Running from 28th–30th October, this special event invites children to blast off into a universe of discovery, creativity, and cosmic fun.

Encouraging children to reach for the stars—both in play and in spirit—helps spark curiosity and a love for learning. The space theme at KiKi’s Playscheme will offer hands-on crafts, imaginative games, and delicious themed snacks, all designed to inspire and engage.

Book now at www.kikiskidz.co.uk and select Playscheme.

A Healthy Fun Recipe to try: Galaxy Fruit Skewers

Bring the cosmos to snack time with galaxy fruit skewers. These colourful treats are as fun to make as they are to eat.

Ingredients:

• Blueberries (for “planets”)

• Purple grapes (for “asteroids”)

• Starfruit slices (for “stars”)

• Strawberries (for “red planets”)

• Wooden skewers

Instructions:

1. Wash and prepare all fruit.

2. Slice starfruit into star shapes.

3. Thread fruit onto skewers in a colourful, galaxy-inspired pattern.

4. Serve and enjoy a healthy, space-themed snack.

Try a KiKi's Craft Activity: Constellation Jars

Create a twinkling night sky with constellation jars—a magical craft that brings the stars indoors.

Materials:

• Clean glass jars with lids

• Black or dark blue construction paper

• White paint or a white marker

• Push pin or needle

• LED tealight (battery-operated)

Instructions:

1. Cut construction paper to fit inside the jar.

2. Use a push pin or needle to poke holes in the paper, forming simple constellation patterns.

3. Dot around the holes with white paint or marker for extra stars.

4. Place the paper inside the jar, secure the lid, and add an LED tealight.

5. Turn off the lights and watch your constellations glow!

Thought of the Week

“Reach for the stars – even if you only get to the moon, you’ll still go far.”

Encouraging children to dream big and embrace new challenges helps them grow in confidence and creativity.

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KiKi’s Playscheme, Hempsted: Space Play Theme, 28th–30th October

Book now at www.kikiskidz.co.uk and select Playscheme.