Holbeach Children's Centre term 3 timetable

Valid from
5 January to 13 February 2026
Mondays

The Early Days 

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


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

Tuesdays

Little Explorers 0 to 5 years

A sensory play session encouraging children to explore a range of messy play activities such as water, sand, crafts, gloop and play dough.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


First Bites and Baby Life 3 to 6 months - 3 February 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. To book, please click the link below.

https://forms.office.com/e/Vr7V7bZ7zz

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


Antenatal Education Programme, group for parents - starting 6 January for six weeks - held at Spalding Children's Centre

Family Hubs - Universal Antenatal programme to support emotional health and wellbeing in the delivery of Solihull Approach groups for parents, with a focus on relationships and nurturing connected, sensitive and responsive interactions. If you are 28 weeks pregnant or over and would like to attend this funded programme, please register using the link below: 

Antenatal Education Form

For more information, please contact spaldingcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 6pm
Duration: 2 hours

Wednesdays

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: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Baby Massage - Starts 7 January

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 holbeachcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

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

Thursdays

Learning Together Toddlers 1 to 5 years - Starts 8 January

A programme of sessions featuring a talk time to show how the little things a parent does make a difference to their child’s learning, together with a range of fun play activities, songs and stories. To book onto this session, email holbeachcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 10am 
Duration: 1 hour


Learning Together Babies under 1s - Starts 8 January

A programme of sessions featuring a talk time to show how the little things a parent does make a difference to their baby’s learning, together with a range of activities such as treasure baskets, messy play, singing songs and sharing books. To book onto this session, email holbeachcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour

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: 1 hour 55 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: 10am
Duration: 1 hour

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. Vist - Free online learning for all the family - Join our courses for parents of 0-5s | Family Corner


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.


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