North Hykeham Children's Centre term 3 timetable

Valid from
5 January to 13 February 2026
Mondays

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: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


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: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour

Tuesdays

Baby Massage - starting 13 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 onto this session, email northhykehamchildrenscentre@lincolnshire.gov.uk

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


Speech and Language drop in - held at Birchwood Children's Centre

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: 1 hour 30 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: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


SEND Drop in sessions held at Birchwood Children's Centre

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


Early Voices under 1s 

Babies are born ready to communicate. This session will support these developing skills through songs and rhymes.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 45 minutes

Thursdays

Moving On Up! 0 to 5 years

This session offers a range of fun activities to support children developing their independence and social skills through play.

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


First Bites and Baby Life 3 to 6 months - 29 January only, held at Birchwood Children's Centre, Birchwood Avenue, LN6 0JE

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.

First Bites and Baby Life form

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


Parent Carer Forum - 12 February only, held at Birchwood Children's Centre, Birchwood Avenue, LN6 0JE

Parent and carers work together with partners and commissioned services to co-design and evaluate current services.

Cost: free
Time: 11.30am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Fridays

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: 10am
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. 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: