Boston, Norfolk Lodge Children's Centre half-term timetable

Valid from
16 February to 20 February 2026
Mondays

Children’s Health Clinic

Pre-booked appointments are available across out children’s centres, to provide health advice and information about your baby, child or young person. To speak to a health professional in the team, please contact us on 01522 843000.

Cost: free
Time: 9am
Duration: 6 hours


Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)

CAB offer support and advice to families for money, benefits, housing or employment. Open drop in.

Cost: free
Time: 9am
Duration: 7 hours


Holiday Fun 0 to 5 to include siblings up to 8 years - Read, Rhyme, Shine

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

Tuesdays

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/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: 1 hour 55 minutes

Wednesdays

Multinational Stay and Play 0 to 5 years 

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


Pop in and Play 0 to 5 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: 2 hours

Thursdays

The Early Days (from Newborn)

This programme is for families attending the Children’s Centre for the first time with their new baby, where families can meet other new parents in a relaxed and friendly environment. The programme will provide the opportunity to make a variety of ‘keepsake’ items and a taster of what is on offer for you and your baby in your Children’s Centres.

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. Drop in for parents and children 0-5yrs. Open to all.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 2 hours


Pop in and Play under 2s

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: 2 hours

Fridays

Pop in and Play 0 to 5 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: 9.30am
Duration: 2 hours

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 NorfolkLodgeCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk  or phone 01522 843135 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: