Parents
Who are we?
The Surrey Explorers are a local branch of the National Association for Gifted Children (Registered Charity 313182). Don't be put off by the word "gifted"! We encourage any children who wish to come along for exciting and stimulating events.
One of the benefits of being an NAGC member is access to our Explorers clubs. If you are new, come and see if you like the session but then you must join as a full NAGC member if you would like to continue coming.
We run activities for children and parents. Most of our children's events are designed to suit children from 4-11 (primary school age), though children of all ages are welcome.
Why join us?
You may feel that your children need extra stimulation outside what is provided in the school environment. The Surrey Explorers is a local self-help group to provide children with the opportunity to experience a wide and varied set of activities. Who knows... these activities may trigger a lifelong interest.
We provide an opportunity for parents to be able to chat with each other about the problems of having an intellectually challenging child and of getting schools to recognise their abilities. We can also provide a route to professional help regarding children's psychological development.
When and where do we meet?
We meet about five times each term.
Meetings are usually held on Sunday mornings from 10.30am - 12.30pm.
We normally meet at the Department of Education, Kingston University, Kingston Hill Campus (click for map). The Department of Education is Building 19 on the Kingston Hill Campus in the directions and detailed map from Kingston University. The postcode for Sat. Nav. is KT2 7LB.
How do I join?
Email our branch contact ( ) to pay in advance for the whole term's events (or at the first event). Alternatively, events do not need to be pre-booked, you can always turn up on the day and pay £7 per child per session.
After taster sessions, you must join the NAGC. Membership costs £35.00 per family. You can download a membership pack from http://www.nagcbritain.org.uk/membership.php.
No formal assessment of your child is required or expected - you know if your child is bright and would benefit from our meetings. You also know if you would appreciate being able to talk with parents of other bright children.
Who do I contact?
To join the Surrey Explorers, contact us by EMail at
Our chairperson is Jenny Norris.