Lincoln North Children’s Centre term 2 timetable

Time to Play

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@eyalliance.org.uk or ESLP Request for support form

Cost: free
Time: 9.30 - 11.25
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes

First Bites and Baby life 3 to 6 months - 10 November 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 complete the form below:

First Bites Form

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

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: 1.30pm
Duration: 1 hour

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

Pop in and Play 0 to 5 years - Family soft play

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

Early Voices under 1s - at Ermine library

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

Cost: free
Time: 9.30am
Duration: 45 minutes

Speech and Language drop in - no drop in on 17 December

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

Early Talkers 0 to 5 years - at Ermine library 

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

Cost: free
Time: 10.45am
Duration: 45 minutes

The Early Days (from newborn)

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

Learning Together Toddlers 1 to 5 years - starts 6 November

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.

Pop in and Play 0 to 5 years - Family soft play

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

Incredible Years Baby (0 to 12 months) - starts 17 October for 10 weeks

This parenting programme 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 zero to six months old. 

To book onto this course email lincolnnorthcc@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 2 hours

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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 lincolnnorthCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk or phone 01522 553398 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. 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.

Incredible years baby 0 to 12 months

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 and 6 months old.

This course will be up to 12 weeks, depending on the needs of the group. To book onto this course email lincolnnorthCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Incredible years toddler 1 to 3 years

This 13-week parenting programme 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 children. Please note that children are unable to attend, this is a parent only course. To book onto this course email lincolnnorthCC@lincolnshire.gov.uk.

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:

• Lincoln, Abbey Children's Centre
• Lincoln, Birchwood Children's Centre
• Lincoln, Bracebridge Children's Centre
• Lincoln, Carholme Children's Centre
• Lincoln, Central Children's Centre
• Lincoln, Moorland Children's Centre
• Lincoln, St Giles Children's Centre