The Village so far
The map of the Village changes every day and here's a log for the Village archives. There is so much that we can build and we'd like to hear from our community: what features would you like to see next? Get in touch and let us know.
What we've built
- v0.8.0
The village gets a new face
A redesign across the whole site: a reworked home page, three typefaces working as one, and a single editorial look that carries from the front page through to every listing.
- v0.7.2
The directory reads like an index
Browse is rebuilt as one scannable column, with a line on every entry telling you when it runs: the date of an event, the weeks of a camp, the schedule of a class.
- v0.7.1
Directions to the door
Every listing with an address now offers directions in a tap, in Google Maps or Waze, so you can find your way without copying anything out.
- v0.7.0
A clearer way to post a notice
The submission form is rebuilt to prevent mistakes: it reveals one step at a time, asks the right questions for camps, classes and events, handles proper pricing, and shows a live preview of your listing as you type.
- v0.6.0
We start counting footfall
Gentle, private analytics: how many parents view and reach out to each listing, so we learn which activities families love.
- v0.5.2
Every listing gets an address
Each provider now has its own page: a single shareable link, ready to drop into any group chat with a clean preview.
- v0.5.1
A table is set
A Food category joins the directory, for the snack and treat side of village life.
- v0.5.0
The village calendar
Dated events get a "Coming up" rail on the home page and quietly retire the day after they happen, so nothing goes stale.
- v0.4.0
A town square
A reworked home and navigation, a proper Contact page, and listing cards you can open in place to read more.
- v0.3.1
The village gets its colours
A considered look: the warm "Slate and Butter" palette and an editorial typeface.
- v0.3.0
Summer comes to the village
Summer camps join classes, events and places as a listing of their own.
- v0.2.0
Signposts at every corner
Filters and tidy categories, so you can find activities by area and type.
- v0.1.1
A noticeboard goes up
Anyone can submit a listing, and every single one is reviewed by hand before it appears.
- v0.1.0
The village gates open
The directory goes live: browse local activities and contact providers directly.
Where we're headed
Villagers get their own keys
Save your favourites with a simple sign in, no passwords to remember.
Parent-approved, for real
Recommendations that come from parents themselves, not just our stamp.
What's popular this week
A "trending" view, once enough of us are walking the same paths.
A spot on the high street
Providers can feature a listing: a handful of premium slots, never ads.
A few honest words
Light reviews from verified parents.
RSVP at the door
Reserve a place in a tap, if that's what you tell us you need.
New neighbourhoods
Beyond our first streets: more of Dubai, then maybe further afield.
Skills for life
The unusual stuff: camping, kayaking, changing a tyre. Things every kid should get to try.