Sleaford Children’s Centre term 5 timetable

Valid from
20 April to 22 May
Mondays

OWL Babies under 1s

Babies explore their environment through their senses which are vital for early brain development. These sessions will include discussions around baby’s brain development, the benefits of being outside, sensory play activities, singing and sharing books.

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour

Tuesdays

Learning Together Toddler 1 to 5 years, starting 21 April for five weeks

This programme features ‘Talk Times’ to share how the little things parents do make a big difference to their children’s learning, together with a range of fun play activities, songs, and stories. Younger siblings welcome. 

To book onto this course email sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Little Explorers 0 to 5 years - held at Heckington Children's Centre

A sensory and messy play session providing lots of fun-filled opportunities for Children to explore using their senses, giving them opportunity to learn and develop.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Baby Massage - starting 21 April for five weeks

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 for our five week programme please email sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour

Wednesdays

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: 9am
Duration: 2 hours


Moving On Up! 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


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: 11.15am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Learning Together Babies under 1s - starting 22 April

This programme features ‘Talk Times’ to share how the little things parents do make a big difference to their babies’ learning, together with a range of activities such as treasure baskets, messy play, singing songs and sharing books.

To book onto this session, email sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour


Moving On Up! 0 to 5 years - at Heckington Children's Centre

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

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour

Thursdays

Time to Play

Delivered by Early Years Alliance, Time to Play, provides opportunities for children with disabilities or complex medical needs (in their early years up until they transition into statutory full-time education) to learn and explore through play, whilst providing a short break for their parents and carers.
For further information or to book a place please email: cwdlincolnshire@eyalliance.org.uk or ESLP Request for support form
(Please note that this session was previously advertised as Kids Creche)

Cost: free
Time: 9.30am
Duration: 2 hours


First Bites and Baby Life 3 to 6 months - 30 April 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. 

First Bites and Baby Life form

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


Early Voices Under 1s

Babies are born ready to communicate. This session will support these developing skills through songs and rhymes.

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 45 minutes

Fridays

Early Talkers 0 to 5 years

This session will support children to become confident communicators through songs, rhymes, exploring and sharing books.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 45 minutes


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

For more information please email lhnt.familyhub-salt@NHS.net.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 2 hours


Baby Massage - starting 24 April for five weeks

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 sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 11.30am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Pop in and Play 0 to 5 years

An opportunity for babies and children to pop in with their parents and carers to use the resources in the early years room in the centre. All we ask is that families clean and tidy the resources after use and the space is a safe and happy environment for all to enjoy.

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Saturdays
Other sessions and services

Borrow bags

Drop into any children’s centre to access the range of borrow bags. These include sensory bags, stories bags, treasure baskets and much more.


Free online sessions for parents and carer

Connect with other parents and carers via Zoom and learn about topics relevant to families and children aged 0 to 5. Share ideas in how to support children’s early education and each other. Visit the Family Corner website.


Grow your own confidence

Email admin@eshconsultancy.co.uk to find out more, or when the next course begins.


Adult skills and family learning

Learning opportunities for adult residents of Lincolnshire. Visit the Aspire website to find out about the courses available in your area.


Health and antenatal appointments

Available by appointment.


Solihull approach - free online courses for parents, grandparents, teens and carers

The courses provide support through all stages of bringing up children, from pregnancy and birth to caring for toddlers up to teenagers. They include specific courses for teenagers, and for parents and carers of children with additional needs. Parents’ courses can be accessed via the Solihull approach website.


Incredible years baby 0 to 12 months

This parenting programme that covers the child’s first 12 months of life. It is an evidence-based programme which focuses on strengthening parenting skills and building a positive relationship with your baby. 

It is recommended to gain the most from the course content that you sign up when your child is aged between 0 and 6 months old.

This course will be up to 12 weeks, depending on the needs of the group. To book onto this course email sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.


Incredible years toddler 1 to 3 years

This 13-week parenting programme an evidence-based programme which focuses on strengthening parenting skills and building a positive relationship with your child. For parents with children aged 1 to 3 years children. Please note that children are unable to attend, this is a parent only course. To book onto this course email sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.


Sleep workshop  

Gain information advice and practical strategies to support your child. Delivered on Microsoft Teams by experienced Family Health Workers. Call 01522 843000 to book your place.


Behaviour workshop   

Gain information advice and practical strategies to support your child. Delivered on Microsoft Teams by experienced Family Health Workers. Call 01522 843000 to book your place.


Toilet Skills Development Workshop   

Gain information advice and practical strategies to support your child. Delivered on Microsoft Teams by experienced Family Health Workers. Call 01522 843000 to book your place.


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