Skegness Children's Centre term 3 timetable

Valid from
5 January to 13 February 2026
Mondays

Big Cook, Little Cook 0 to 5 years - starts 5 January

Children and parents will work together to prepare nutritious food. There will be lots of chopping, mixing, stirring, measuring and following a recipe.

To book, please email skegnesscc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

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


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


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: 1pm
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Tuesdays

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: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Incredible Years Toddler (1 to 3 years) - starts 6 January

This 13 week parenting programme is an evidence-based programme which focuses on strengthening parenting skills and building a positive relationship with your child. For Parents with children aged 1 to 3 years. Please note that children are unable to attend, this is a parent only course. 

To book, please email skegnesscc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 2 hours


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: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Wednesdays

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: 9am
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes


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 onto this session, email skegnesscc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

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


Learning Together Babies under 1s - starts 7 January

The session features a ‘Talk Time’ to show how the little things parents do make a big difference to their babies’ learning, together with a range of activities such as treasure baskets, messy play, singing songs and sharing books. 

To book onto this session, email skegnesscc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour

Thursdays

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


First Bites and Baby Life 3 to 6 months - 8 January and 12 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.

Please register using the following link: First Bites and Baby Life form

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

Fridays

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


Antenatal Education Programme, group for parents - starts 9 January

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 22 weeks pregnant or over and would like to attend this funded programme, please register using the link below:

Antenatal Education Form

Cost: free
Time: 10am
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 skegnessCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk or phone 01522 555652 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. 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: