Queen Victoria School Open Day - Saturday 23rd September

For further information or any queries you may have regarding the application process please use this link.

Little Troopers Update - Therapy Programme

 Little Troopers Therapy Programme: new video series for parents 

The charity, Little Troopers, has launched a new online video series for parents as part of its tri-service Little Troopers Therapy Programme. 

Want to Become a Wizz at Microsoft Office? 9th Aug

Are you a military spouse or partner? Want to become a wizz at Microsoft Office? We're teaming up with Netcompany to host a virtual class on the 9th of August to teach you how to use Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint!

Sign up here places are limited so get in quick!​

Pinnacle Group Free Coaching & Mentoring

 

Defence Children's Services: Education Advisory Team (EAT) (UK)

Here is a link to the UK EAT advice .PDF leaflet. It covers contact information. What EAT does and useful links too. 

You can view and download the leaflet here. (Non MODNet only.) 

MODNet users please email RC-Pers-HIVE-sennelager-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk for your copy.

Forces Employment Charity: Access to Higher Education Webinar - 13 Jul

Did you know that you can unlock a university education without traditional qualifications, with an Access to Higher Education Course?

​Forces Employment Charity are partnering with Andover College and the University of Winchester to bring you a webinar which will unravel the ins and outs of accessing Higher Education. This event is aimed at military spouses who are looking to pursue a change in career.

A great opportunity to discover the types of courses on offer, from Social Work, Nursing and Health Care to Social Science.

From finance costs and support to the application process, we have you covered!

📅13th July 2023

⏰ 7.30pm -8.30pm

📋 register here https://streamyard.com/watch/Qa8WpFeArrit

Armed Forces Education Grant

armedforceseducation.org

Link to apply for grants for the education of service children. Grants are means tested. 

Guidance on Service Pupil Premium - Updated 19 May

Updated guidance on the Service Pupil Premium is now on Gov.uk at this link: Service Pupil Premium: what you need to know - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Are You Missing Out on Claiming Wraparound Childcare Funding? UK

Think you can’t claim Wraparound Childcare (WAC)? For Families in the UK.

Is your partner in the Army / Navy / RAF ? Are you returning to work? You may be eligible to claim for up to 20 hours of before and after school care for eligible children aged 4 to 11 years old.

Check if you are eligible: Discover My Benefits (mod.gov.uk) Army 

Month of the Military Child - Creative Competition

 

Beginners German Course Apr 24th

 

AWS Summer Residential 2023

 

13th -19th August 2023, book now. 

Spaces are limited. Cost €50 (Non refundable) per child ages 8 -16.

Contact RC-AWS-BFG-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk

New Little Troopers Saturday Morning Workshops

Little Troopers has announced new dates for its All Together online series of workshops. Over the next two months, the charity will be running free online sessions every second Saturday at 10am as part of its All Together deployment club to support military children from all three services.

AWS Easter Half-Term Activities REGISTER NOW

Monday 3rd April - Thursday 6th April (9am-3pm)

AWS are organising Easter Half-Term Activities with

• Easter arts&crafts 
• Forest School and more 

Registration opensTODAY 16th March and closes Midday Monday 27th March 2023.Limited spaces available on first come first serve basis.Attendance fee is 40 euros per child (non-refundable). Payment needs to be made to secure a place.For ages 5 and above.    

Please email RC-AWS-BFG-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk to book your child a place.

ETS: Virtual Session:Discussing Doctrine: Information Advantage

When:  23rd March 1430-1600

Understanding doctrine is everyone’s business! Join Capt Kier Zhou for a discussion of this crucial and fascinating area of doctrine. All SP and CS welcome.

ETS: Virtual Session: Essay Writing

 When: 23rd March 1400-1500

Calling all SSgts and WOs preparing for WO ALDP courses.

This webinar will help you prepare for the essay writing component. It is also great for those who have already completed the course and want to consolidate their skills.

ETS: Virtual Session: Army Leadership Doctrine

When : 16th March 1945 - 2045

Ideal for Res units or individuals, this webinar will help you understand Army Leadership Doctrine to see how you can improve your own leadership.

Particularly aimed at JNCO and above but it is never too soon to be developing your leadership skills!

ETS: Virtual Session: Sleep and Performance Management 14th March 1400-1500

When: 14th March 1400-1500

How does sleep affect our performance? And what is the ideal amount of sleep we should get? 

Understand the benefits of good quality sleep and how we can get the most from ourselves and others, as well as improving our own quality of life by improving our sleep routine.

ETS: Virtual Session: IT Skills – 21st March 1400-1430

 When: 21st March 1400-1430

These days, everyone needs good IT skills. Come along to this short webinar to get some top tips on improving yours.

Reading Force - The Rock Retreat Young Writers Competition 2023 - Sign up by 20th Feb

The Rock Retreat Young Writers Competition 2023 is inviting Reading Force children and young people aged 9-19+ to take part!