Sturton by Stow Children’s Centre term 5 timetable

Valid from
20 April to 22 May 2026 - Centre closed 4 May due to Bank Holiday
Mondays

Learning Together Toddlers 1 to 5 years - starts 20 April for six 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 session, email SturtonbyStowCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


First Bites and Baby life 3 to 6 months - 20 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.

Please register using the following link: First Bites and Baby Life form 

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


Centre Closed 4 May due to Bank Holiday

Tuesdays

Learning Together Babies under 1s - starts 21 April for 6 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 session, email SturtonbyStowCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


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: 1.30pm
Duration: 45 minutes

Wednesdays

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: 9.30am
Duration: 2 hours


Early Explorers under 1s

 A sensory and messy play session providing lots of fun-filled opportunities for babies to explore using their senses, giving them opportunities to learn, supporting their early development.

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour

Thursdays

Sensory Tent experience 

Come and explore our pop up sensory tent experience where you can enjoy lights, textures and sounds. You can also enjoy what our early years spaces have to offer plus a hot drink and a biscuit.

Cost: free
Time: 9.30am
Duration: 2 hours

Fridays

Baby Massage - starts 24 April 

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 sturtonbystowchildrenscentre@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

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.


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: