North Hykeham Children’s Centre term 2 timetable

Valid from
3 November to 19 December 2025
Mondays

Learning Together Toddlers 1 to 5 years, starts 3 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.
 
To book onto this session, email NorthHykehamchildrenscentre@lincolnshire.gov.uk

Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour

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: 1 hour 30 minutes

Tuesdays

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: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour

Wednesdays

Time to Play - at Lincoln Birchwood Childrens Centre, Birchwood Avenue, LN6 0JE

For children with disabilities with complex health needs in their early years up until they transition into statutory full-time education.
This session is for children with disabilities/complex needs, For further information or to book a place please email: cwdlincolnshire@eyalliance.org.uk  or ESLP Request for support form
 
Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 55 minutes

Early Voices under 1s, no session 3 December

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

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 45 minutes

Time to Play - at Lincoln Birchwood Childrens Centre, Birchwood Avenue, LN6 0JE

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
 
Cost: free
Time: 10am
Duration: 1 hour 30 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, 20 November and 18 December only. Held at Birchwood Children's Centre

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; First Bites and Baby Life 3 to 6 months

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

Parent and Carer Forums - Held at Birchwood Children's Centre on 11 December

Brunch included

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

Early Explorers under 1s

Babies learn through their senses. This session will provide a range of opportunities for babies’ to explore different messy play activities such as sand, water, gloop and cereals.

Cost: free
Time: 1pm
Duration: 1 hour

Saturdays

View Saturday timetables

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. 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: