Dance Festival 2025 – Theme “Lights, Camera, Dance! – Where Stars Shine on Stage“
Join us for an exciting celebration of dance at our annual Dance Festival! This year, we’re taking inspiration from iconic movie soundtracks and unforgettable dance scenes from films like La La Land, Grease, and Matilda. Watch as our performers bring the magic of the big screen to life through captivating choreography.
Important Dates:
- Booking details will be sent out on 1st October.
- Tickets will be distributed on Friday 10th January.
- Remaining tickets should be collected by Wednesday 22nd January.
Don’t miss this chance to see creativity, music, and movement come together in a spectacular showcase of talent!
For more details / questions Jessica Pierce or email jep@abbeyfield.wilts.sch.uk
For those schools joining us for the first time and want to know how it works, please check out “what to expect” – https://youtu.be/FHVT0TagyBU
TICKET ALLOCATION:
Ticket information
Tickets: The Neeld Hall seating accommodates an audience of 216 people per night, which means each family will be allocated tickets for 1 or 2 adults only. As in previous years, each school will receive tickets based on a 1.5 allocation per child.
This system ensures that at least one parent per child will have the opportunity to watch the performance, with the possibility of two tickets in some cases. While we’d love to offer two tickets per child, we hope you understand that due to space limitations at the venue, this isn’t always possible.
Previous years themes have included:
2017 – Movie Nights / 2018 – Dance Through The Ages / 2019 – West end Musicals / 2020 – The Olympics / 2021 – “Virtual” covid year free style / 2022 – Top Of The Pops / 2023 – Back to the 90s / 2024 – Around the world / 2025 – “Lights, Camera, Dance!
Chippenham Games
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The Chippenham Games: Celebrating an Olympic Legacy
Every year, the Chippenham Games ignite the spirit of the Olympics at Stanley Park, continuing the legacy of the 2012 London Olympics. This cherished event invites all Year 6 children from around Chippenham to come together for a day of camaraderie, excitement, and teamwork.
Designed exclusively for Year 6 pupils, the Games offer an opportunity to meet peers from different schools across the town. This annual event is more than just a fun day out, it’s a foundational experience where children engage in a variety of team building activities that foster cooperation, respect, and sportsmanship.
Local coaches, along with sports ambassadors from the three secondary schools, Sheldon, Abbeyfield, and Hardenhuish guide the children through activities that challenge their skills and encourage them to step out of their comfort zones. From archery to touchball, and from dance to martial arts, the activities are designed to cater to a wide range of interests and abilities.
Why the Chippenham Games Matter
For the children, the Chippenham Games are a pivotal moment in their transition from primary to secondary education. It helps them build connections with future classmates, easing the anxiety of moving to a new school environment. The Games also instill important life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and perseverance.
For the community, the Games reinforce a sense of unity and pride. Families come together to support the participants, local businesses and organisations contribute to the event, and everyone celebrates the achievements of these young individuals. This event not only keeps the spirit of the 2012 Olympics alive but also strengthens the fabric of our community, making Chippenham a vibrant and cohesive place.
The Chippenham Games are more than just a sports event; they are a celebration of youth potential and a testament to the power of community spirit. Each year, as the Games unfold at the scenic Stanley Park, they remind us of our shared values and aspirations, bringing everyone closer in a grand, festive atmosphere.