Spalding Children's Centre summer holiday timetable

Valid from
27 July to 4 September 2026 - Closed on 31 August for Bank Holiday
Mondays

Speech and language drop in 

Drop-in for parents and carers to chat with a speech and language assistant where they may have concerns about their child’s speech and language development

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 2 hours


Centre is closed on Monday 31 August 2026- Bank Holiday

Tuesdays

Multinational stay and play 0 to 5 years - No session 1 September - replaced with Holiday Explorers

Fun activities for children and families to explore together, singing and sharing books to support children’s confidence, independence and language development. Supported by PAB Languages Limited (PAB).

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Holiday Explorers 0 to 8 years - 1 September only with Animals UK

School holiday sessions with games and play opportunities for Under 9s. 

To book email: spaldingcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Baby Massage - starting 28 July

From six weeks (after the postnatal check) for non-mobile babies. This five-week course offers a chance for you and your baby to spend precious time bonding through massage whilst meeting other parents with babies to form friendships. 
To book onto this session, email spaldingcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Holiday Fun 0 to 5 to include siblings up to 8 years - 11 August only

A fun filled and exciting session for families to enjoy where they will be joining in activities, games and singing songs, come along and have some fun.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour

Wednesdays

Lincolnshire Breastfeeding Group

Come and join us in a relaxed, friendly environment, chat and meet other breastfeeding mums and get some support and advice. A member of the health visiting team supports the group.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


First Bites and Baby Life 3 to 6 months - 12 August only

This session shares top tips from introducing solids, oral health, accident prevention and age-appropriate development.  It’s a great opportunity to meet new families and find out what local services are available for your family. To book, please click the link below.  

First Bites and Baby Life form

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Ready Steady Go to School - 22 July and 5 August (need to attend both dates if possible)

Join us for a short fun filled session aimed at children who will be starting school in September. Come along to explore practical activities and top tips to help your little one on their journey to school.

To book email spaldingcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Thursdays

Time to play - 27 July and 6 August

Previously advertised as Kids Creche and ESLP. For children with disabilities with complex health needs in their early years up until they transition into statutory full-time education.

Sessions start again on 22 August.

For further information or to book a place please email: cwdlincolnshire@eyalliance.org.uk

Cost: free
Time: 9.30am
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes


Parent and Carer Forums - 13 August

Parent and carers work together with partners and commissioned services to co-design and evaluate current services.

 Under one.  To book email spaldingcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Holiday Fun with HAF 0 to 8 years PILOT - 20 August

School holiday sessions with games and play opportunities for Under 9s.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


SEND Drop in session

A safe space for parents and carers to discuss concerns, ask questions and explore available support with a trained children and family services professional. 

Cost: free
Time: 12.30pm
Duration: 2 hours


Antenatal Education Programme, group for parents - available at Fishtoft Road and Spalding - starts 23 July

Family Hubs - Universal Antenatal programme to support emotional health and wellbeing in the delivery of Solihull Approach groups for parents, with a focus on relationships and nurturing connected, sensitive and responsive interactions. If you are 22 weeks pregnant or over and would like to attend this funded programme, please register using the link below:

Antenatal Education Form

Cost: free
Time: 1pm (Fishtoft Road) and 6pm (Spalding)
Duration: 2 hours

Fridays

Little Explorers 0 to 5 years

This session offers a range of fun activities to support children developing their independence and social skills through play.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Best Start In Life and HAF Event at Peter Paine Centre - 21 August only

Held at Peter Paine Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston, PE21 7QR

An event for families held in the community, with representatives from LCC, EYA and partner services offering activities, and information on how to connect with wider services.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 3 hours


Stay and Play under 1s

Sessions will offer activities to encourage babies to grow and learn through treasure baskets, messy play, singing and sharing stories.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour

Other sessions

Early Years Alliance

The Early Years Alliance also offer free online sessions. Visit the Family Corner website for more information.


Don’t forget to look at nearby children centres to see if they have an activity you would like to attend: