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You can book private sessions at the Fusion pools - Dulwich, Camberwell, Peckham etc. Around ?18 per session the last time I enquired.

I've stored your number for future reference, but I suggest you advertise your services a bit more clearly, ie, babysitter available.

Strada at More London, about 10 mins walk from London Bridge. Quite a big space, comfy/padded bench seating in some areas, great view of Tower Bridge/Thames.

Oh dear, what a distressing situation for all concerned. I suggest he try Southwark Advocacy and Support Service (SASS) for advice - 02076191365. They assist men and women affected by domestic violence. I agree with Saffron around your friend seeking relationship or individual counselling. Also the abuse must stop asap as witnessing domestic violence is a serious child protection concern and the infant is at risk of suffering emotional abuse if the situation doesn't change. I hope things get better. x

Hopefully you've already found a clinic and obtained the vaccination. If not Same day doctor in Wimpole Street have the vaccine - 020 76310090, cost is ?90. My sister and her partner are in their 40s and neither have had chickenpox. However they were recently exposed when a friend's 5 year old daughter came to stay at the peak of the infectious period. Sister panicked as they were off to Japan in a couple of weeks, so she had the vaccine post exposure and within the 3 day period. Partner refused. Fast forward 2.5 weeks, they've just started their holiday, sister is fine, partner very ill with chickenpox in a Tokyo hotel.

For the past three years we have visited Chinatown on the Saturday, rather than the Sunday. There are plenty of Lion dances going on, accompanied by drummers. The streets are decked out in beautiful lanterns and it's a lot less hectic than the Trafalgar Square celebrations.

1996 - first experience of living with a boyfriend! It was in a tiny studio flat in the red/white house next to St John's church. We split up after a year and I moved to Brixton, only to return a decade later.

I've toyed with the idea, but perhaps a little later on in life. What deters me the most, is the lack of long-term therapeutic support for the children involved.

Are these events suitable for slightly older kids, 7/8 year olds?

Lambeth usually have a display on Clapham Common as well as Brockwell Park, but this year just the one. So perhaps that's why it seemed busier ...

It was very busy, and a bit hectic trying to leave via the Herne Hill exit. But the fireworks were fantastic, they see to get better every year, well done Lambeth.

I've always paid ?8-?10 per hour. The amount may also need to reflect whether your neighbour is providing snacks/tea for your daughter.

Countrlass22, I often use the text service at the bus stop, but I have wondered how much the service costs, I need to check my phone bills a bit more closely from now on. ?1.50 per text is way too much in my opinion. I don't have a smart phone yet, but I will have to upgrade sooner or later! However I'd rather not be fumbling with my phone at bus stops late at night.

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I would go on the OFSTED website, you'll be able to do a search for all of the nurseries in your area, then ring around and check what their registration process is. Of course you can put your name down for more than one, but as someone has already pointed out, a fee will apply. Nelly's & Mother Goose spring to mind in terms of a recommendation, but there are plenty of others. Problem with nurseries, is that babies and toddlers will inevitably pick up various illnesses from each other. I felt guilty when I first sent my 8 month old. He previously hadn't ailed a thing, but then spent the next two years with what seemed like a constant cough/cold. Nothing serious, but a bit hard going at times.

It's the full show, really good value.

ed_pete Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Sorry since when did this become the SW2 forum ? Brixton is SW9 btw. There are dozens of threads about Peckham/Nunhead/Forest Hill, why not Brixton?

They charged me ?20 for my 8 year olds haircut, he was in the chair for a 15 minute trim!

I'm struck by the dominance of academies and free schools in Southwark. I'm trying to be open minded about the pros and cons of this shift away from local authority controlled schools, but that's a different thread for another time.

I would contact Southwark children's services duty social worker: 02075251921 and discuss your concerns. I've usually found them to be quite helpful, or as others have suggested, the NSPCC. I agree with midivydale, follow you instincts if you feel something isn't right.

I feel so sad for all of the businesses affected. The Half Moon has only fairly recently undergone a refurb, and the new dining room and menu were great. All that hard work and having to start over yet again, feel so sorry for them. Plus Barrie Westwell, who has the little magician's shop and theatre, has apparently lost items that he cannot replace. I had my son's party there a couple of years ago and his shop was such a little gem. Really hope everyone gets back on their feet as soon as possible.

Overground. You stay cool when others would get hot and bothered.

Re the uniform, children can wear white or blue polo shirts, so don't panic! Term starts on Thursday 5th September( though probably not for Reception), Tuesday & Wednesday are INSET days so I'm sure you will be able to speak to someone in the office then about the settling in arrangements. From what I remember they usually have a week of mornings, followed by a week of mornings plus lunch, but this may have changed. Hopefully someone with an info pack will pop up on here and let you know the timescale for this year.

We take the 363 from Peckham Rye when we go to Sydenham Wells, can't quite remember the stop where we jump off (Wells Park Road?), but then it's only 10 minute walk down to the park. No cafe, so a picnic essential. Myatt's Fields and Brockwell Park are great, when they're on! But both can become very busy, so Sydenham Wells is nicer for being a bit more low key.

Gumboots after school sessions currently costs ?9, they close at 6pm. Find them online - New Gumboots After school, print off the registration form and hand it in at Darrel Road asap. It's a couple of years since I've used the school breakfast club, but it used to be ?3 per session.