Sleaford Children's Centre term 3 timetable

Valid from
5 January to 13 February
Mondays

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

Tuesdays

Learning Together Toddlers 1 to 5 years - starting 6 January

The session features a ‘Talk Time’ to show how the little things parents do make a big difference to their children’s learning, together with a range of fun play activities, songs, and stories.

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

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour


Little Explorers 0 to 5 years - held at Heckington

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


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: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour

Wednesdays

SEND Drop in sessions

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: 9am
Duration: 2 hours


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


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: 11.15
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Moving On Up! 0 to 5 years - held at Heckington CC

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


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 sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Thursdays

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


Parent Carer Forum - 19 February

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


First Bites and Baby Life: 3 to 6 months, held at Sleaford on 22 January

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 on please use the link: First Bites and Baby Life form

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


Early Voices under 1s

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

Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 45 minutes

Fridays

Early Talkers 0 to 5 years

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

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 45 minutes


Speech and Language drop in, held in Slearford Childrens 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: 2 hours


Baby Massage - starting 16 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 sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

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


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: 1.30pm
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: