- Valid from
- 2 June to 22 July
- Mondays
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Incredible Years Baby 0 to 6 months, 12 May to 14 July
This parenting programme that covers the child’s first 12 months of life. It is an evidence-based programme which focuses on strengthening parenting skills and building a positive relationship with your baby.
It is recommended to gain the most from the course content that you sign up when your child is aged between 0 to 6 months old.To book onto this course email Sleafordcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 2 hours
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: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour
Recovery College - Five Ways to Wellbeing, 2 June to 7 July
Course on understanding and recognising the signs of anxiety and how to manage it.
Free course for more information visit Recovery College.Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 2 hours - Tuesdays
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Early Talkers 0 to 5 years, held at Heckington Children's Centre, St Andrews Primary School, NG34 9RX
This session will support children to become confident communicators through songs, rhymes, exploring and sharing books.
Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 45 minutes
Learning Together Toddlers 1 to 5 years, starting 10 June for five weeks
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
Learning Together Babies under 1s, starting 10 June for five weeks
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
No EYA sessions on 3 June only
- Wednesdays
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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: 11.15am
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
The Early Days
A programme to support families and their new babies in a relaxed and friendly environment. Opportunities to meet other new parents, take part in activities such as singing, sharing books and provide mini taster activities, sharing with you what might be on offer in your local Children’s Centre.
Cost: free
Time: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour
Little Explorers 0 to 5 years, held at Heckington Children's Centre, St Andrews Primary School, NG34 9RX
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: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour - Thursdays
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Time to Play 0 to 5 years
Previously advertised as Kids Creche and ESLP.
For children with disabilities with complex health needs in their early years up until they transition into statutory full-time education.
For further information or to book a place please email: CWDLincolnshire@eyaliance.org.ukCost: free
Time: 9.30am
Duration: 2 hours
Top Tips for Babies 3 to 4 months, 19 June and 31 July
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.
Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour
Baby Massage, starting 5 June for five weeks
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: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Parent Carer Forums, 26 June only
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
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
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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
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: 10.30am
Duration: 2 hours
Baby Massage, starting 27 June for five weeks
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
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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. Visit the 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.
Sleep workshop
Gain information advice and practical strategies to support your child. Delivered on Microsoft Teams by experienced Family Health Workers. Call 01522 843000 to book your place.
Behaviour workshop
Gain information advice and practical strategies to support your child. Delivered on Microsoft Teams by experienced Family Health Workers. Call 01522 843000 to book your place.
Toilet Skills Development Workshop
Gain information advice and practical strategies to support your child. Delivered on Microsoft Teams by experienced Family Health Workers. Call 01522 843000 to book your place.
Don’t forget to look at nearby children centres to see if they have an activity you would like to attend: