Gainsborough, Market Arcade Children's Centre Easter holiday timetable

Valid from
7 to 17 April 2026
Mondays

Early Talkers 0 to 5 years - 13 April only

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

Cost: free
Time: 9.30am
Duration: 45 minutes


Moving On Up! 0 to 5 years - 13 April only

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


SEND Drop in session - 13 April only

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: 1pm
Duration: 2 hours

Tuesdays

Time to Play - 14 April only

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: 2 hours

Wednesdays

Little Explorers 0 to 5 years

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


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

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


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

Fridays

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: 2 hours

Saturday
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 carers

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. Vist - 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.


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