Lincoln, Birchwood Children's Centre half-term timetable - Half-term events at children's centres

Valid from
26 May to 30 May
Mondays

Centre closed 26 May for Monday Bank Holiday

Tuesdays

Holiday Fun 0 to 5 years with siblings up to 8 years welcome

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: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


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

Wednesdays

Time to Play

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.

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

Cost: free
Time: 9.30am
Duration: 2 hours


Time to Play

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.

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

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 2 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

Thursdays

Top Tips for Babies 3 to 4 months, 22 May, 26 June and 24 July 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.

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


Breast start from pregnancy and breastfeeding

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: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Parent and Carer Forums

Parent and carers work together with partners and commissioned services to co-design and evaluate current services. For more information contact BirchwoodCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk

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

Fridays

Lets Get Active

Children will be encouraged to be active in a range of activities such as running, jumping, balancing, climbing and throwing to develop their coordination.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Pop in and Play 0 to 5 years with siblings up to 8 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: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Saturdays
Other sessions and services

Sensory room

The sensory room is available for families to access with their child with lots of different sounds, lights and textures to explore. Please email birchwoodCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk or phone 01522 689991 to book.


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: