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Yahoo
15-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Could you pass a SATs test set for a 10-year-old? Take our quiz to find out
Children aged 10 and 11 are currently taking their SATs at primary schools across Birmingham. All Year 6 pupils are routinely tested in maths, English grammar, punctuation, spelling and reading before they move onto secondary school. Today, we've adapted a combination of maths and English SATs papers set by the Department for Education and turned them into a quiz to give you an idea on the types of questions children are being asked. Read more: May Bank Holiday and half term things to do around Birmingham Read next: Best adventure playgrounds in and around Birmingham It also gives you the chance to see whether you would pass the tests yourself. Unlike our fun quiz, Y6 pupils tackle the papers under formal exam conditions within their classrooms. The maths papers combine a mixture of arithmetic and reasoning questions whilst the English papers are split into reading and spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPAG). So, think you could ace a Year 6 SATs test? Give the test below a go or, if it's not visible, click on this link to our quiz here and it will open in a new window. To keep updated on education news, follow our Brummie Mummies Facebook page and Instagram page, sign up to our Brummie Mummies newsletter and listen to our podcasts You'll have to be fast as you only have 60 seconds to answer each question - this is longer than the Year 6 children get! Please bear in mind that we've made our questions multiple choice. In a real SATs arithmetic test, children would be expected to calculate the answers themselves without the aid of a calculator and to answer longer questions in English. You can try past papers for yourself on the website. We have a guide to the most oversubscribed primary schools in Birmingham. And our Brummie Mummies Podcast is packed with education tips and suggestions. Listen to our latest episode here and our episode on making the transition to high school run smoothly here. Let us know your score!
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Easter holidays in Birmingham - days out, new attractions and things to do
There are lots of fun events taking place across Birmingham and the whole of the West Midlands over the Easter holidays. There are steam train rides, adventure days, Easter egg hunts and story times plus lots of free and cheap things to do. Schools across the city have broken up and are off for two weeks, returning on Monday April 28, with Easter Sunday falling on April 20 this year. It's a great chance to get out and about as a family, enjoying some fresh air and spring weather without having to venture too far afield. We have a guide to great days out within an hour of Birmingham if you fancy wandering further. Otherwise, pack a picnic, head to the the park and play some games then book in a couple of family shows, go to a carnival and try out new attractions launching in time for the Easter holidays. Read more: Free and cheap things to do over the Easter holidays in and around Birmingham Read next: Easter egg hunts around Birmingham to enjoy during the 2025 school holidays Scroll down for our daily event planner to find the perfect things to do with your family. Be sure to check timings and book ahead to avoid disappointment. To keep updated on great things to do, follow our Brummie Mummies Facebook and Instagram pages, sign up to our weekly newsletters and listen to our family podcasts Easter Eggstravaganza at West Midlands Safari Park (April 12 to 27) School Holiday Fun at Statfold Country Park in Tamworth (April 12 to 17 and April 22 to 27) Birmingham: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt (February 24 2025 to January 1, 2027) Easter events at Shakespeare's Birthplace Museums (April 12 to 27) Mr Cadbury Parrot's Easter Eggstravaganza Stage Show at Cadbury World (April 5 to 27) New Toxicator ride open at Alton Towers (opens March 15) New Close Encounters -the World of Reptiles and Spiders habitat at Twycross Zoo opening for Easter holidays Stratford-upon-Avon: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt (February 24 2025 to January 1, 2027) Dippy in Coventry at the Herbert Art Gallery and Museum (February 24 2025 to February 22, 2026) April 14 Easter Tree Tots Stay and Play at Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show at Birmingham Rep (April 14 and 15) Chicago at The Alexandra (April 14 to 19) The National Youth Orchestra: To the Beat at Birmingham Town Hall April 15 Little Women at Malvern Theatres (April 15 to 19) April 16 The Littlest Yak at Malvern Theatres April 17 Alice's Easterland Adventure at Birmingham Botanical Gardens (April 17 to 20) April 18 (Good Friday) Easter Eggspress train and egg hunt at Statfold Country Park in Tamworth (April 18 to 21) Easter Bunny Breakfast at Dobbies Garden Centre in Shenstone (April 18 and 19) Severn Valley Railway Spring Steam Gala (April 18 to 21) April 19 Easter Egg Hunt Eggstravaganza at Wythall Animal Sanctuary St George's Day Medieval-themed free festival at Tamworth Castle April 20 (Easter Sunday) Willenhall Carnival Easter Egg Hunt at Willenhall Memorial Park Chasewater Easter Egg Challenge at The Shed at Chasewater Country Park in Burntwood April 21 (Easter Monday) Easter Bunny Afternoon Tea at Dobbies April 22 Earth Day 2025 at Thinktank Dinosaur World Live at Warwick Arts Centre (April 22 to 24) & Juliet at Birmingham Hippodrome (April 22 to May 3) April 23 The Worst Princess at Birmingham Rep April 25 Bloxwich Easter Big Bounce at Bloxwich Active Living in Walsall April 26 Moana Screening and Children's Disco at Millennium Point Shakespeare's Birthday Celebrations - free event on Henley Street, Stratford upon Avon April 27 Top Gun: Maverick - in Concert at Symphony Hall Minky Stynker at Warwick Arts Centre Family Singing at Warwick Arts Centre (April 27 to May 25) We've been taste testing Easter treats to help you choose the best ones for you and your family and which offer the greatest value for money. We tried hot cross buns from seven supermarkets and found one so delicious we're planning to eat it every day of the holidays. When it came to boxed Easter eggs, we sampled seven different eggs and found they really varied in price, size and flavour. Many supermarkets are now offering their own version of mini eggs so we gave those a go and found one we loved. And we tried Cadbury Creme Egg alternatives and came up with a winner.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
You can get free entry to hundreds of top attractions this weekend and next week - here's how
Hundreds of top attractions are opening their doors for free or at seriously discounted prices this weekend and next week - you just need a lottery ticket to get the deal. National Lottery Open Week is back and, to celebrate 30 years of the lottery, organisers are promising it's going to be bigger than ever with more than 750 lottery-funded venues taking part. It includes the Tate Modern, London Science Museum, the Globe Theatre and Horniman Butterfly House in London together with the Roman Baths Time Detective Archaeology Experience in Bath. Closer to home, you can enjoy a film preview at MAC arts centre in Cannon Hill Park, explore Shakespeare's museums in Stratford-upon-Avon, spend the day at Chatsworth House, Garden and Farmyard near Derby, head to Aston Manor Road Transport Museum or visit Berrington Hall near Leominster. Read more: Easter holidays in Birmingham - days out, new attractions and things to do Get our free Brummie Mummies newsletter and listen to our podcasts here The offer runs from Saturday March 15 to Sunday March 23. Anyone with a valid online or retail National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard or Instant Win Game can enjoy a free or low-cost day out. Aston Manor Road Transport Museum in Walsall Up to 5 people (including children) can redeem free entry to the museum during The National Lottery Open Week with a National Lottery ticket/ scratchcard. This offer will run on 15–16 March, 18 March, 22–23 March. Booking in advance is not required. Shakespeare's New Place in Stratford-upon-Avon Enjoy free entry to Shakespeare's New Place and other Shakespeare family homes in Stratford-upon-Avon for one adult and up to three children per National Lottery ticket from Saturday 15 to Sunday 23 March. One National Lottery ticket or scratchcard will give free entry to one adult and up to three children under 16. Present your National Lottery ticket / scratchcard on arrival, no pre-booking required. Moseley Old Hall in Wolverhampton Free entry on 15–17 March and 21–23 March with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Baddesley Clinton near Solihull Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Brockhampton near Bromyard Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Packwood House near Lapworth Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Wightwick Manor and Gardens near Wolverhampton Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Biddulph Grange Gardens near Stoke on Trent Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Croome near Worcester Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Chedworth Roman Villa near Cheltenham Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket. Check out the offers near you via the National Lottery Open Week website Darren Henley, Chief Executive of Arts Council England and Chair of the National Lottery Forum said: 'We're delighted to mark National Lottery Open Week 2025 and giving people a chance to say yes to the joyful things in life - to get outside and explore the UK's rich history, stunning landscapes and vibrant culture through free and low-cost days out. "This is our way of saying thank you to the players who raise an incredible £30million each week for Good Causes, supporting venues and projects across the arts, sports, community and heritage sectors."
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Matilda the Musical is coming to Birmingham Hippodrome - how to get tickets
Birmingham Hippodrome has announced that Matilda the Musical is coming to Brum. The multi-award winning musical is going back on tour across the UK and Ireland from October 2025 - and that includes a stop at Birmingham Hippodrome. Based on the Roald Dahl classic, it tells the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Read more: Easter holidays in Birmingham - days out, new attractions and things to do Get our free Brummie Mummies newsletter and listen to our podcasts here It has been 15 years since it opened at the Courtyard Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon and the musical was a sell-out success when the Royal Shakespeare Company first toured it in 2018/19. Since then, it has been performed in 100 cities across 17 countries worldwide, won more than 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, and delighted over 12 million audiences worldwide. A 'unique and unforgettable' global phenomenon, according to Rolling Stone magazine Matilda will be returning to Birmingham Hippodrome from Wednesday July 1 to Sunday August 2. Tickets are set to go on sale later this month. A spokesman for Birmingham Hippodrome posted on X: "Maggots, it's time to be REVOLTING! Matilda The Musical is returning to the Hippodrome in 2026. "The global phenomenon is here from Wed 1 Jul - Sun 2 Aug 2026. Tickets on sale soon." Maggots, it's time to be REVOLTING!Matilda The Musical is returning to the Hippodrome in 2026 The global phenomenon is here from Wed 1 Jul - Sun 2 Aug 2026 Tickets on sale soon #TimeToBeRevolting — Birmingham Hippodrome (@brumhippodrome) March 12, 2025 Tickets for Matilda will go on sale as follows: Mon 24 Mar 2025, 11am – Friends and Patrons of Birmingham Hippodrome Tue 25 Mar 2025,11am – Groups On Sale Wed 26 Mar 2025, 11am – General On Sale Book yours via the Birmingham Hippodrome website.
