Issue 37 Winter 2017
How to survive with
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Lots for February Half Term & Mother’s Day
Events, Gift Ideas & More
Lots on Local
Family friendly events in your area
Lots on Weekly
Find your local toddler groups & under 5’s classes
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M E H Y A M D N A F IE MISCH ! ie r e g a n e M m u e s u M e at th HALF TERM FUN The Art Hub
Wednesday 15 February
Wildlife Workshops Thursday 16 February
Family Friday
Friday 17 February
World Pangolin Day Saturday 18 February
PLUS LOADS MORE Half Term FUN at ALL 3 museums!
allery at the Museum and Art G Pick up a What’s On guide or go to our website for all the details @derbymuseums /derbymuseums 01332 641901 | www.derbymuseums.org
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Happy New Year! Thank you for picking up our first magazine of 2017. This issue covers January to March and so we have included details about what is happening locally this winter.
Lots for February Half Term & Mother’s Day
Events, Gift Ideas
Lots on Local
& More
Family friendly events in your area
Lots on Weekly
Find your local toddler groups & under 5’s classes
FREE
In the last issue we advertised for a new Derby Franchisee as this year I will be moving on to a new challenge. We had so many enquiries and are pleased to announce that we have found ourselves a great new member who will join the team in spring this year. More details will follow in the next magazine.
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Competitions
Congratulations to Kathryn Hampson who won a family ticket to see Cinderella. Also to Carol Bright who won the membership and tickets for Cine Kids at QUAD.
Subscriptions
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Lots for Tots Derby then we offer a Kip McGrath Education Centres in Derby are subscription. This is £10 for 4 issues. running a competition in this issue and are offering the chance for one lucky Lots for Tots reader to win a family cinema ticket. See page 22 About Lots for Tots for details. Kip McGrath provide local english and 78,000 copies of Lots for Tots in 5 editions distributed quarterly in maths tuition by qualified teachers for children October, January, Easter & July in aged 5-16 years. Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, South
The annual Bump to Five Show will be held on Saturday 22nd April at the Riverside Centre, Pride Park. Put the date into your diary! For stall holder information or to register for free entry see: www.bumptofive.co.uk
Staffordshire & Sutton Coldfield. Lots for Tots Derby is part of Lots for Tots Ltd. Also by Lots for Tots Ltd: East Midlands Baby and Toddler Show, Nottingham. Bump to Five show, Derby. Other franchise areas available.
Happy Mother’s Day for Sunday 26th March. I hope that you all get deservedly spoilt.
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Lots on Local... Until Sun 29th January
January
Fri 20th January 9.30-11.30am
Exhibition: The Story of Children’s Television from 1946 to Today
The Old Vicarage School Nursery and Pre-Prep Open Morning
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand The exhibition traces the fascinating history of children’s television, bringing together seven decades of iconic objects, memorabilia, merchandise, clips and images. Come along for a wander down memory lane, to a celebration of children’s television, past and present. Donate what you think.
The Old Vicarage School, 11 Church Lane, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1EW Come and see what makes the OVS difference. For children 2½ to 7 year olds. By appointment only. Tel: 01332 557 130 office@oldvicarageschool.co.uk www.oldvicarageschool.co.uk
Sat 14th January 10 - 11am
Saturday Boogie Woogie Babes All Saints Church Hall, Mickleover Come and join the usual class but on a Saturday. £3.50 per child, under 1’s & siblings £1.50. No booking necessary. Contact Shelagh:01335 360283
Sun 22nd January
Fairy Tale Photo Shoot with Legend Studios
Music Time Brilliant Body Theme
Toys R Us, Wyvern Way, DE21 6NZ Fairy, Superhero, Pirate & many more. Boys & Girls welcome, babies 6 mth+. £15 incl 10x8” photo (£2 extra for sibling). Book online www.legend-studios.co.uk or call Karina on 07954 168206
Fancy dress superhero’s/people who help us. At all classes this week. For more details text Tracey. Tel: 07866689971
Jumping Clay Chinese New Year Mini Makes
Mon 16th - Fri 20th January
Thu 19th January
Cine Babies: A Monster Calls Quad, Market Place, Derby Screening for parents /carers with babies under 12 months old. These are every Thursday with a different film each week. Cine Babies films are not available to book online, contact Box Office on 01332 290 606 www.derbyquad.co.uk Fri 20th January 10 - 11.30am
Tots Make & Do - Under The Sea Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand A weekly session for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups to enjoy crafts, games and stories inspired by our fabulous collections. Free. www.derbymuseums.org
Tue 24th January 11am-2pm
Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park Drop in sessions for preschoolers. Mini makes £1. Fri 27th January 10 - 11.30am
Tots Make & Do - Chinese New Year Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand A weekly session for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups. Free. Sat 28th January 11am-2pm
Chinese New Year Celebrations Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Celebrate the Year of the Rooster by creating decorations and crafts to transform the Activity Room. Free event. Tue 31st January 11am-2pm
Jumping Clay National Story Telling Week Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park Drop in sessions for preschoolers. Mini makes £1. 4
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Lots on Local... Wed 1st February 10.30-11am
February
Sat 4th February 10 - 11am
Handling Nature
Saturday Boogie Woogie Babes
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Come and handle the beautiful stick insects, who are brought out especially for Handling Nature! Learn all about these fascinating insects whilst getting the chance to handle and study them for yourself. FREE and suitable for all.
All Saints Church Hall, Mickleover Come and join the usual music and movement class but on a Saturday. £3.50 per child, under 1’s & siblings £1.50. No booking necessary. Contact Shelagh:01335 360283
Fri 3rd February 10 - 11.30am
Tots Make & Do - Shapes & Swirls Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand A weekly session for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups to enjoy crafts, games and stories inspired by our fabulous collections. Free. Fri 3rd February 10.30-11.30am & 1.30-2.30pm
Country Club
Bluebells, Locko Rd, Spondon An hour of fun outdoor activities. Suitable for 2 years plus. Book as a block at £5 each. Runs on the first Friday of every month during term time. Make sure you bring your wellies and coats for a real farm experience! Tel: 01332 673924 Sat 4th February
Super Saturday: Rainbow Museum & Art Gallery | 11am -12.30pm Pickford’s House | 12.30-2pm The Silk Mill | 2-3.30pm Bring the whole family and follow the trail around the three Museum sites, taking part in the extra special activities along the way, and explore the collections together. www.derbymuseums.org Sat 4th February 1-2.30pm
Steam Tots
The Silk Mill, DE1 3AF This sensory exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths has been designed for under 5s and their grownups to experience together. Play, make and learn together amongst the historic collections and help shape a brand new under 5s programme.FREE and suitable for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups! 6
Sat 4th February 10am-8pm
Derby on Board Games
The Silk Mill, DE1 3AF Come and enjoy a great relaxing day out for all the family playing board games. Join the Derby on Board Games gang who will advise on games from the free Games Library and even explain the rules! Adults £3 & Under 16s FREE. Sat 4th February from 12.30pm
Chinese New Year Celebrations
Erewash Museum, High St, Ilkeston Take part in the family lantern making workshop at the museum ready for the evening parade. Workshop cost £1.50. Parade starts at 5.30pm and culminates in celebrations at Ilkeston Market Place where you can take part in some dragon and ribbon dancing. Procession is free. www.erewashmuseum.co.uk Sat 4th & 18th February
Fairy Tale Photo Shoot with Legend Studios
Toys R Us, Wyvern Way, DE21 6NZ Fairy, Superhero, Pirate & many more. Boys & Girls welcome, babies 6 mth+. £15 incl 10x8” photo (£2 extra for sibling). Book online www.legend-studios.co.uk or call Karina on 07954 168206
Event details are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Please check with the event organiser before setting out.
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Enjoy a Family Day Out at
Erewash Museum Sat 4th February from 12.30pm
Chinese New Year Celebrations
Take part in our family lantern making workshop here at the museum ready for the evening parade. Cost ÂŁ1.50 Parade starts at 5.30pm and culminates in celebrations at Ilkeston Market Place. Light up the streets by following our a giant Rooster lantern and take part in some dragon and ribbon dancing. Procession is free to participate in.
Mon 13th - Fri 17th February 11am - 3pm
Adventures Through Time
Join us every day to learn about a dierent historical period from Stone Age right through to the Victorians! Take part in fun crafts, trails and hands on demonstrations throughout the week. Free event.
High Street, Ilkeston DE7 5JA
Tel: 0115 907 1141
OPENING TIMES: Term Time: Tues, Thu, Fri & Sat 10am-4pm School Holidays: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm Last entry at 3.30pm
FREE ADMISSION
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February
Mon 6th February 10.30am-12noon & 12.45-2.15pm
Mon 13th - Fri 17th February 9am-3.30pm
Wildlife Discovery Room, Carsington Water Visitor Centre Children aged 3-5 are invited to bring their adults along to this winter themed fun playgroup session. Nature Tots has a different wildlife theme for every session and encourages tots and parents to get outdoors to learn together. Sessions tend to include a story, outdoor activities, crafts and a snack and drink.Booking is essential. Tel 01773 881188 www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
Etwall Leisure Centre,Chellaston Academy, Ecclesbourne School, Ashbourne Hill Top Infant School & Friesland School (Long Eaton) Ages 5-12 years. £18 per session, 5 Days for £70 or 3 Days for £48. For special offers and to book: Tel: 01332 368 000 www.soccerstarsuk.co.uk
Nature Tots: Muddy Puddle Tots
Mon 6th February from 10.30am
Monday Fun-Days
Bluebells, Locko Road, Spondon Parent and child coffee mornings and up and close with the animals. Run every Monday. Mon 6th - Fri 10th February
Music Time Down on the Farm Theme Fancy dress cowboys and cowgirls. At all classes this week. For more details text Tracey. Tel: 07866689971 Fri 10th February 10 - 11.30am
Tots Make & Do - Rainbow Paint Party Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand A weekly session for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups to enjoy crafts, games and stories inspired by our fabulous collections. Free. Sat 11th - Sun 26th February
New Life at the Farm
National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton, DE13 9SJ This February half term holiday the adventure farm welcome new life. You can take part in lamb feeding and meet the other baby animals including piglets, chick and calves. You may even be able to see a lamb being born in our Lambing Live tent. Also Farmer Fogg needs your help around the Farm including planting seeds, build scarecrows and mending his tractor www.adventurefarm.co.uk 8
Soccerstars February Holiday Course
Mon 13th - Fri 17th February 10.30am-3.30pm
Jumping Clay Half Term
Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park Open all week and all ages welcome. www.jumpingclay.co.uk Mon 13th - Fri 17th February 11am - 3pm
Adventures Through Time
Erewash Museum, High St, Ilkeston Join the museum every day to learn about a different historical period from Stone Age right through to the Victorians! Take part in fun crafts and trails and hands on demonstrations throughout the week. Tue 14th February 1-3pm
Georgian Jollies: Mr & Mrs Pickford Pickford’s House, Friar Gate, DE1 1DA It’s Valentine’s Day! What better way to celebrate than to take a closer look at Mr and Mrs Pickford – who were they, what did they do? Come and create a brand new scene worthy of the Toy Theatres on display upstairs! Free and suitable for families. Tue 14th February 9.15am-12.15pm
Playball Holiday Camps
St Nicks Church, Allestree Sports skills and fun activities for children ages 3.5-8 years. Cost £15. Contact Kyla Madsen: 07935 600027 or email: playballderby@gmail.com
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Lots on Local... Tue 14th & 28th February 10.30-11am
Fri 17th February 4.30 - 6.30pm
Handling History
Pyjama Party!
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Get up and close to historic objects. Suitable for all and free to attend.
Planet Happy, Ripley, DE5 3GH Includes a disco, mixed hot and cold buffet, craft activity and pillow races. £9.00 Tel: 01773 748 600 / www.planethappy.info
Wed 15th & Thu 16th February 9.30am-12.30pm
Fri 17th February 11am & 2pm
Playball Holiday Camps
Turned On its Head present: Sponge
Darley Abbey Village Hall Sports skills and fun activities for children ages 3.5-8 years. Cost £15. Contact Kyla Madsen: 07935 600027 or email: playballderby@gmail.com
Déda, Chapel Street, Derby Roll, squeeze and pop yourself through a new malleable kind of family dance show, set to a funky 1970s soundtrack, including disco favourites The Hustle and Car Wash. Dance company Turned On Its Head makes exciting participatory theatre for early years, taking children on a creative journey, engaging audiences and encouraging lots of family interaction. Suitable for 4 months – under 4s. Book Online. Tickets: £7 www.deda.uk.com
Thu 16th February 1-3pm
Georgian Jollies: Stamp & Print Pickford’s House, Friar Gate, DE1 1DA Stamp, print and press a beautiful pattern inspired by the ones found in Pickford’s House! Create your own spectacular artwork and take a piece of Pickford’s House home with you. Suitable for families. Thu 16th February 4.30 - 6.30pm
Pyjama Party!
Freddy’s, 50 Nottingham Road Includes a disco, mixed hot and cold buffet, craft activity and pillow races. £9.00 Book at: 01332 662322 www.freddysplaykingdom.co.uk Thu 16th February 1-3pm
The Art Hub: Wildlife Workshops Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand From snakes and tarantulas to degus and millipedes bring the whole family to meet these fantastic creatures! Free event. Fri 17th February 10-11.30am
Family Friday: Roman Revelry
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Join in for an Ancient Roman adventure! Uncover the Roman collections and create a beautiful mosaic in this celebration of an ancient civilization. Free and suitable for all.
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Sat 18th February 11am-3pm
World Pangolin Day
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Celebrate World Pangolin Day. Meet the Pangolin mascot and learn more about these engaging and endangered animals. The brilliant Nature Ambassador volunteers will have pangolin crafts, quizzes and stories for you to enjoy as we celebrate the international day for our gallery mascot! Free and suitable for all. Tue 21st February 9.30am - 12noon
Derby High Primary School Open Morning
Derby High School, Hillsway, Littleover, Derby, DE23 3DT Visit the staff and pupils at Derby High School in their new building. Everyone welcome. For more details contact the School. Tel: 01332 514267 E: admissions@derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk
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EXPERIENCE DENBY FACTORY TOUR
Go behind the scenes of our historic working factory and meet our skilled crafts people who have been producing quality Denby for over 200 years. Tours include the chance to paint your own plate and make the iconic Denby frog. Open Mon - Thurs 10:30am & 1pm (lasts 90 minutes) GROUP BOOKINGS AVAILABLE
FACTORY
OUTLET SHOP Shop the widest collection of near perfect and discontinued Denby tableware.
£6.95 PER ADULT £5.25 (6+) FOR CHILDREN & SENIOR CITIZENS Not suitable for children under 6 years of age
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SELECTED ITEMS
There sre always lots of great offers and unique pieces that you won’t find anywhere else.
OPENING TIMES Monday - Friday 9.30am - 5.30pm Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday 11am - 5pm Closed Christmas Day and Open Boxing Day DENBY POTTERY VILLAGE DERBY ROAD, DENBY, DERBYSHIRE DE5 8NX. TEL: 01773 740 799 POTTERY.VILLAGE@DENBY.CO.UK
HOW TO FIND US We’re next door to the Pottery on the B6179, off the A38, 2 miles south of Ripley, 8 miles north of Denby
Lots on Local... Tue 21st February 11am-2pm
Jumping Clay Pancake Day
Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park Drop in sessions for preschoolers. Pancake magnet £1. Fri 24th February 10 - 11.30am
Tots Make & Do - Feathers and Fluff Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand A weekly session for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups to enjoy crafts, games and stories inspired by our fabulous collections. Free. Wed 1st March 10.30-11am
Handling Nature
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Come and handle the beautiful stick insects, who are brought out especially for Handling Nature! Learn all about these fascinating insects whilst getting the chance to handle and study them for yourself. FREE and suitable for all. Thu 2nd March 11am-2pm
Jumping Clay World Book Day Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park Drop in sessions for preschoolers. Mini makes £1. Sat 4th March 10 - 11am
Saturday Boogie Woogie Babes All Saints Church Hall, Mickleover Come and join the usual music and movement class but on a Saturday. £3.50 per child, under 1’s & siblings £1.50. No booking necessary. Contact Shelagh:01335 360283 Sat 4th March 2pm
Getting Dressed presented by Second Hand Dance Déda, Chapel Street, Derby Dive into a world of colour, texture and movement... Second Hand Dance invites us all to be as creative as we can with the clothes we wear, tempting us to get dressed just a
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little bit differently. Big or small, scratchy or soft, ordinary or extraordinary – clothes and getting dressed will never be the same again. Perfect for children aged 4+ and their families Book Online. Tickets: £7.00 www.deda.uk.com Sat 4th March
Super Saturday: International Womens Day Museum & Art Gallery | 11am -12.30pm Pickford’s House | 12.30-2pm The Silk Mill | 2-3.30pm Bring the whole family and follow the trail around the three Museum sites, taking part in the extra special activities along the way, and explore the collections together. www.derbymuseums.org Sun 5th & Sat 18th March
Fairy Tale Photo Shoot with Legend Studios
Toys R Us, Wyvern Way, DE21 6NZ Fairy, Superhero, Pirate & many more. Boys & Girls welcome, babies 6 mth+. £15 incl 10x8” photo (£2 extra for sibling). Book online www.legend-studios.co.uk or call Karina on 07954 168206 Mon 6th March 10.30am-12noon & 12.45-2.15pm
Nature Tots: Owl Babies
Wildlife Discovery Room, Carsington Water Visitor Centre Children aged 3-5 are invited to bring their adults along to this winter themed fun playgroup session. Nature Tots has a different wildlife theme for every session and encourages tots and parents to get outdoors to learn together. Sessions tend to include a story, outdoor activities, crafts and a snack and drink. Booking is essential. Tel 01773 881188 www.derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk
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FREE entry for Mums on Sat 25th March Open 10am-5pm Mon-Sat
FREE ENTRY for 1 person when accompanied by a paying guest with this voucher
Parent & Toddler Day every Tuesday in term time Check website for Opening times & Prices Heage Lane, Etwall, DE65 6LS T:01283 735063
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Lots on Local... Tue 7th & 21st March 10.30-11am
March
Sat 18th & Sun 19th March
Handling History
Jumping Clay Comic Relief Fundraiser
Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand Get up and close to historic objects. Suitable for all and free to attend.
Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park All ages welcome. www.jumpingclay.co.uk
Thu 9th March 9.30-11.30am
The Old Vicarage School Nursery and Pre-Prep Open Morning The Old Vicarage School, 11 Church Lane, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1EW Come and see what makes the OVS difference. For children 2½ to 7 year olds. By appointment only. Tel: 01332 557 130 office@oldvicarageschool.co.uk www.oldvicarageschool.co.uk Fri 10th & 17th March 10 - 11.30am
Tots Make & Do - British Science Week Museum & Art Gallery, The Strand A weekly session for 2-5 year olds and their grown ups. Join the museum for a British Science Week takeover with experiments to try together! Free. Sat 11th March 10am-4pm
IET Robot Triathlon
The Silk Mill, DE1 3AF Come and see the robots compete in three events. Gets hands on with some family friendly robotics activities taking place alongside the competition in this fantastic celebration of STEAM! Free and suitable for all. Mon 13th - Fri 17th March
Music Time Water Theme Week Fancy dress Pirates & princesses. At all classes this week for more details text Tracey. Tel: 07866689971 Thu 16th March 11am-2pm
Jumping Clay St Patricks Day Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park Drop in sessions for preschoolers. St patricks Day magnet £1.
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Tue 21st & Thu 23rd March 11am-2pm
Jumping Clay Mother’s Day Special Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park All ages welcome. www.jumpingclay.co.uk Sat 25th March 2-4pm
Whitecross Nursery School Spring Fayre St Alkmund’s Church, Kedleston Road Lots of stalls; Raffle, Refreshments,Games Tattoos, Lucky Dip, Crafts and Gifts, Cake Stall, Second Hand Toys and Books. All welcome. Free Admission. Sat 25th March
Mum’s Go Free Day! Highfields Happy Hens, Etwall Sat 25th March 10.30am-3.30pm
Jumping Clay Mother’s Day Gift Making Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village, Markeaton Park Sun 26th March
Mother’s Day
Sat 22nd April 10am - 2.30pm
The Bump to Five Show 2017
The Riverside Centre, Pride Park Our annual show is back so put the date into your diary. There will be lots of activitites to keep your little ones amused. Now taking stall bookings. Entry to the show is free if you pre-register via the website. Tel: 08456 436831 www.bumptofive.co.uk
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Saturday 22nd April 10am-2.30pm Riverside Centre Riverside Road Pride Park
Derby DE24 8HY
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Customer Service experience? General administration experience? Organisation skills? Ability to work under pressure? A friendly, approachable manner?
Due to the seasonal nature of our business we are looking for a team of reliable people to work school term/school friendly hours, January-April, maximum of 16 hours. Ideal for parents or students Please apply with CV indicating salary expectations & hours available to: helen@cosydirect.com
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Luxury Award Winning Lodges in the Derbyshire Peak District w Award winning 5 star park w Spa lodges include private hot tubs w Onsite restaurant & take-away service
w Indoor pool, spa, gym & beauty rooms w Cycle hire, mini golf, tennis and woodland walks w Huge indoor soft play centre & outdoor adventure playground
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MACKWORTH ESTATE COMMUNITY HALL St, Francis Church, Prince Charles Avenue, Mackworth Estate, DE22 4JN Info@mackworthestate.co.uk
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The recently refurbished Mackworth Estate Community Hall is available to hire for all of those special events. The hall can accommodate 160 people seated in theatre style or set out with table and chairs for a party or event. It comprises of a fully fitted kitchen with roller shutters to the hall. There is a stage with lighting, dressing rooms and shower facilities. The hall is fully equipped with state of the art surround sound and speaker system. The main hall as a sprung floor for dancing. There is ample parking. On the first floor there is a meeting room that can accommodate up to 30 people for training or meetings with a small breakout area for refreshments. There is free Wi-Fi and IT facilities. For further information or to view please contact Paul 07852527183 or Emma 07739910420
Lots for Parties & Gifts...
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas from The Mug Tug Why not give your Mum a very special personalised gift for Mother’s Day this year? Fantastic presents for Mums, Grandmas, & Nannas are available from the Mug Tug at Mercia Marina. Capture your children’s hand and footprints for eternity on a special keepsake whilst enjoying the fun and relaxed atmosphere onboard the widebeam canal boat. Lesley and her team put your little ones hand or foot prints on to a wide variety of ceramic pots, personalise it to how you like and then glaze and fire it for
a hardwearing usable gift. From a variety of shaped vases, mugs, plaques, platters and photo frames with numerous design options there will be something that will thrill everyone. The Mug Tug is permanently moored all year round and also offers paint a pot and build your own bear parties. Mercia Marina is also a great place to enjoy a day out. Bookings are advised to make sure staff are available to help. Tel: 01283 617567 www.themugtug.co.uk
We make it for you: Make it yourself:
For all children aged from 0 to 100 years! Great family fun for all Generations to enjoy together on our canal boat
Mercia Marina, Findern Lane, Willington, Derby, DE65 6DW
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Pilates for pregnancy and post pregnancy mummies During pregnancy and after birth, regular, gentle exercise is the best thing you can do for your body! Banish pregnancy aches and strengthen your body for birthing at Beautiful Bumps, a specialised pregnancy Pilates class that’s 100% safe for you and your growing baby. After birth, reclaim your pre-pregnancy body, tone your tummy and condition your pelvic floor at the Bring your Baby Pilates class. Marie Fell is a chartered
physiotherapist and fully qualified pilates instructor. With previous roles on maternity wards she has extensive knowledge about how to keep you active during pregnancy and post birth. Marie teaches five different classes; Bring your Baby suitable from 6 weeks post birth, Beautiful Bumps suitable during pregnancy, Brilliant Backs an evening class for any level and two beginners classes. For more information: Tel: 07412 800387 marie@thepilatesphysio.co.uk www.thepilatesphysio.co.uk
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educating girls and boys 3 – 11 years
www.derbyhigh.co.uk Hillsway, Littleover, Derby DE23 3DT. T: 01332 514267
Boulton Lane Pre-School Places for children aged 2½ - 4½- years Flying Start Funding Now Available Funding also available for 3 year olds
Opening times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9am-1pm Friday 9am-12noon
Boulton Lane Community Centre Alvaston, Derby. Tel: 07580206659 Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in February 2016
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learning in a bright, flexible setting. Regular Phone: 07474 762190 visits to Ambergate Primary School and Shining Cliff Woods
Email: hello.ambergateplaygroup@gmail.com
Flexible and free sessions for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. Use your Government funding.
Extended entitlement (‘30 hours’) places from Sept 2017 After school care in partnership with Allestree Schools Out Club and local childminders
Enhanced Resource Facility for children with additional needs.
Methodist School
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Ambergate, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2GJ School Rooms, Tel: 07474 762190
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Central Nursery School 43 Nuns Street, Derby DE1 3LR Phone: 01332 342647 option 2 Email: admin@central.derby.sch.uk www.central.derby.sch.uk Twitter: @CentralNursery1
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Contact Playgroup. us to arrange visit or trial We offeracreative play and session.
Qualified, experienced, motivated, highly skilled and enthusiastic teaching staff, nurturing the individual needs of each child. Structured play and learning experiences to develop independence, confidence and supporting children to become ready for school. Large, secure outdoor classroom with sensory garden, woodland garden, vegetable garden and chickens! Trained Forest School teacher. Stimulating environment – inspiring young learners to want to find out more!
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Kingfisher Day Nursery FREE 2,3 & 4 year old funded places available Come and visit our newly refurbished Baby Unit with a real home from home feel Great OFSTED report: ‘’The well-established key person system helps children form secure attachments’’
‘’ Children progress well in all areas of learning’’ ‘’Staff are all skilled in engaging their interest and motivating them to learn’’
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25% off first month’s fee’s with this advert To book a place please contact Karen or Helen on 01332 344800 Or helen@kingfisher135.plus.com (cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer)
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Independent Preparatory School for children aged 2½ - 13
“Excellent / Outstanding in all areas” ISI Report 2015 Wednesday 11th January, Friday 20th January & Thursday 9th March 2017
NURSERY AND PRE-PREP OPEN MORNINGS For children aged 2½ to 7 years old By appointment only, 9.30am-11.30am
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Your Child, Our Inspiration
A small, stand alone Nursery School dedicated to providing the highest quality Nursery Education for 3 & 4 year olds. If you are looking for: • Structure, security and fun • A warm, welcoming, interesting environment • Experienced, qualified, highly motivated staff • Support for children with Special Needs • Before school, after school and holiday care in partnership with Allestree School’s Out Club
Use your Government funding – choose a flexible pattern of sessions during term time. Monday-Friday 9am – 4pm Watson Street, Derby, DE1 3PJ Tel: 01332 371876 admin@whitecross.derby.sch.uk
Our next issue is our spring magazine which is also the Bump to Five Show Guide! This covers April - June. 18,000 copies will be distributed across Derbyshire in time for the Easter holidays! Advertise your class, event or business here for as little as £40 for 3 months. Includes magazine & website advertising
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Library Story Times Shake Rattle & Rhymetime
Fun with rhymes from birth to 3 years. Allenton 10.30-11 Wed Allestree 2.30-3 Tue Alvaston 11-11.30 Tue Blagreaves (Littleover) 2.30-3 Tue Central Library 10.30-11 Mon Chaddesden Park Chellaston Derwent (Chadd) Mackworth Mickleover Pear Tree Sinfin Spondon Springwood
2.15-2.45 Tue 2-2.30 Fri 10.30-11 Thu 11-11.30 Mon 11-11.30 Fri 2-2.30 Mon 2.30-3 Mon 10.30-11 Tue 2.30-3 Thu
Under Fives Storytime
Babies, toddlers & children under 5 Belper 2-2.30 Mon Borrowash 11-11.30 Wed
Duffield Etwall Heanor Ilkeston Long Eaton Melbourne Ripley Sandiacre
11-11.30 Fri 3.10-3.30 Thu 2-2.30pm Mon & 11-11.30 Fri 10-10.30 Fri 11-11.30 Wed 2.15-2.45 Fri 2-2.30 Thu 2-2.30 Thu
Cradle Club
From birth to 2 years Blagreaves (Littleover) 1.30 - 3 Chaddesden Park 1.15-2.45 Chellaston 1-2.30 Derwent (Chadd) 10-11.30 Mickleover 2-3.30 Sinfin 1.30-3
Tue Tue Fri Wed Tue Mon
Children’s Storytime
For children aged 5-10 years Chaddesden 3.45-4.15 Fri
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Allenton Parent & Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Tue
Kiddy Craft
9.30-11.30am Mon & Wed Salvation Army, 24 Chellaston Rd
Allestree
Boogie Woogie Babes
10.15-11.15am Wed St Johns Meth’ Ch, Park Farm 01335 360 283
Music Time
10.45 - 11.45am Wed 1st trial class free St Nicholas’ Church Hall, Allestree Lane
Stay and Play Group
9-10.30am Wed. Wyndham Primary Academy, Wyndham St
Squeels on Wheels
1-3pm Thu (0-5 years) St Mary’s Community Centre, Barrett St
Toddler Sense
10.45-11.35am Fri St Edmund’s Parent & Toddler (13 mths - 2 yrs) 11.50am -12.40pm Fri 11.10am-12noon Mon 10-11.30am Thu (2 -4.5 years) Birth - walking Free Trial St Edmund’s Ch Hall, Kingscroft Nunsfield House, Boulton Lane St Nicholas Church, Lawn Avenue
Baby World & Me
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Thu
United Dance
First Steps (2.5-3yrs) 9.30-10.15am Sat 4.00-4.45pm Thur* Massage Little Stars (4-5yrs) 10.15-11.45am Tue 9.30-10.30am Sat birth-crawling 4-5pm Mon 6 week course, must book: 4.45-5.45 Thur* Roots, Shoots & Welly Boots 07956 222148 Ballet (6-7yrs) 9.45 10.45am Allestree Memorial Hall, 5.30-6pm Mon 11am 12noon Fri Cornhill St Nicholas Ch Hall, Allestree Lane 11.00-11.30am Sat Tap (6-7yrs) Helen O’ Grady Drama 5-5.30 Mon Jumping Clay Lower primary 4-5pm Fri Modern (6-7yrs) Drop in sessions for pre schoolers Upper primary 5-6pm Fri 10.30-11.00am Tue & Thu 11am-2pm Youth Theatre 6-7pm Fri Ballet, Tap, Modern (8+) Free Story Time 10.45 Tue & Thu St Nicholas Ch Hall, Allestree Lane Various times Tue, Sat Unit D, Markeaton Craft Village St Mary’s Community Centre, Water Babies Swimming Puddle Ducks Swimming Barrett Street Friday lunchtime & afternoon 11.30am - 1pm Tue Woodlands School, Blenheim Dr *Alvaston United Reformed 10am-12noon Wed Church Hall, Baker Street Woodlands School, Blenheim Prd
Mama Baby Bliss Baby Massage & Yoga
Little Acorns Toddler Group
9.15-11.15am Mon, Wed & Fri Woodlands Evangelical Church, Blenheim Parade
Playball
2-2.45pm (3-4 years) & 2.50-3.30 (2-3 years) Tue Allestree Memorial Hall, Cornhill
Tots Club 10am-12pm Tue
St Johns Meth’ Ch, Park Farm 28
10-11am Toddlers (18mths-4 yrs) 11.15-12.15pm Babies (0-18mth) The Church Room, Lawn Avenue, off Allestree Lane Trial class available
Alvaston
Chaddesden
Cheeky Monkey’s Playgroup
Home Birth Derby
Little Rockers 9.30-11am Tue
Tegan’s Butterflies
Mon, Tue & Thu 7am-3pm, Wed & Fri 7am -1pm Age 2+ St Michael’s Hall, Elvaston Lane
Methodist Church, Brighton Rd
Boulton Lane Baby & Toddler Group 9.30-11.00am Wed
Boulton Lane Community Centre
2nd Monday of month 10am - 12noon. Audrey Drive Children’s Centre, 3 Audrey Drive Meet once a month on Tuesday 10-11.30am 10th Jan, 7th Feb & 14th Mar Derwent Community School, St Marks Road
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Small Dance School of the Year Explore a world of imagination & creativity for dancers from 2½ to 6 years in Alvaston. With small class sizes every student receives individual attention helping them grow in confidence whilst having fun & making new friends.
A gift from us
7 day class pass
visit our website or call to claim 01332 758084
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"I love that I get the opportunity to watch my daughters in action once a term, I'm so proud of the progress they make. I can see it in their faces how much they thoroughly enjoy their dance lessons." Tegan’s Butterflies in Paradise
Parenting Support Group
A PARENT LED SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILIES WITH PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN WHO HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS MEET ONCE A MONTH DURING TERM TIME AT DERWENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL, ST MARKS RD, CHADDESDEN 10-11.30AM 10th Jan, 7th Feb & 14th Mar
Free To Attend & Free Refreshments Parents Lending Library Chat To Like Minded People Make New Friends Learn Some Basic Makaton
Contact: Rachel Wild 07722608586 Mel Treece 07947333232
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Chester Green
Mayfield Rd Parent & Toddler
Chester Green Chums
Tiddlywinks Thu
Baby Sensory
9.15-11.15am Thu Mayfield Rd Methodist Church
1.30-3pm (0-5 years) Memorial Hall, Chaddesden Ln
Baby Ballet Sat
09.30-10.05am Tinies (18 - 3 yrs months) 10.15-10.50am Movers (3-4 yrs) 10.55-11.10am Tappers (3-4 yrs) St Philip’s Church Hall, Taddington Road
Chellaston Baby Sensory
10am, 11.15am & 12.45pm Mon St Peters Church Hall 1.45 & 3pm Mon
Music Time
10.30 - 11.30am Tue 1st trial class free The Scout Hut, Pit Close Lane
Playball
Can Do 9.20-10am Thu (2-3 years) 10-10.40am (2-3yr) Thu 10.45-11.30am (3-4yr) Thu The Scout Hut, Pit Close Lane
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Free Trial Class
10.15-11.15 Thu (Toddlers 18m-3yrs) 11.30-12.30 Thu (Babies 0-18m) Chellaston Bowls Club, 69 Sinfin Moor Lane
SoccerstarsUK
Tiny Tots (3-5 years) 9-9.45/ 10-10.45 Sat Chellaston Academy Swarkestone Rd 30
10am-12pm Mon Methodist Ch Hall, Mansfield St 10am,11.15am & 12.45pm Fri Chester Green Community Ctr
TiddleKicks
9am-12 noon Sat (various session times, 6 mth-5yr) Chester Green Community Ctr
Darley Abbey Body in Mind Pilates (adults classes)
Roots, Shoots & Welly Boots 9.45 - 10.45am Thu The Old Vicarage School, 11 Church Lane
Twistin Tots
9.45-10.45am Thu (0-5yr)
Twistin Tinies
11am-12pm Thu (birth-18mths) Booking essential. Darley Abbey Village Hall, Abbey Yard, off New Rd Free tasters
Derby Twins Club
9.45-11.30 2nd Fri of month Broadway Baptist Ch, Broadway
TinyTalk Baby Signing
10-11am Fri 0-2 years Pilates level 1 & 2, Yoga, T’ai Chi & (pay as you go) The Old Vicarage School, Ballet Barre 11 Church Lane For full timetable call: 01332 554551 Soccerstarsuk Tiny Tots Unit 1, Abbey Courtyard, 9-9.45/ 10-10.45 Sat DE22 1DS St Benedict’s School, Duffield Rd BuggyBabes 2-3pm Mon 10.30-11.30am Thu Derby Darley Park Cafe
Body in Mind Pilates (new pilates & yoga kids programme)
Pilates Kids Class (5-7 years) 4.30-5.15pm Wed Pilates Kids Class (8-10 years) 5.30-6.30pm Wed Yoga Kids Class (8-10 years) 9.15-10.15am Saturday Unit 1, Abbey Courtyard, DE22 1DS
Toddler Senses
10.45-11.35am Mon (13 mths - 2 yrs) 11.50am -12.40pm Mon (2 -4.5 years) St Josephs Church, Burton Road
Derby Parents & Kids Meetup Friendly group of parents & kids. www.meetup.com
Carol Saunders Swim School
Parent & Toddler Group Wed 9.15-11.15am, DA Village Hall
DW Derby, Pride Park (Beginners, improvers, advanced, groups & one - one)
Déda Dance Academy
Puddle Ducks Swimming
11am Thu (16 months - 4 years) The Old Vicarage School, 11 Church Lane
12 - 2pm Mon 12-2pm Thu 9am - 12.30pm & 2 - 5pm Sun DW Sports, Pride Park
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Mini Movers Dance Classes with Melody
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Melody Movement Early learning is a unique dance curriculum which addresses the needs of pre-school children. It is tailored to discovering and fulfilling the potential of each child, nurturing their creative development with happy classes in music and movement, ballet and tap dancing.
SWIMMING LESSONS
At First Stage Melody Bear Movement and Tip Tap Toe Classes are specially designed for boys and girls aged 2-4 years, introducing dance movements through the use of songs, stories, pictures and props.
BEGINNERS, IMPROVERS, ADVANCED GROUPS & ONE:ONE
DW SPORTS DERBY
Performance opportunities including shows and events
SPACES AVAILABLE NOW
CALL US FOR MORE INFORMATION NON MEMBERS WELCOME
Current Classes Saturday 9.30 - 10.15am Thursday 4.30 - 5.15pm
T 01757 709703 I M 07803 749623
hannah@carolsaundersswimschool.co.uk
www.carolsaundersswimschool.co.uk
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Call for Details: Loraine Campbell Tel: 01332 701 295 / Mob: 07973 102 529
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Play, Dance, Move (18 months-4 years) 10.45-11.30am Mon & Fri Creative Dance 1 (4-7 years) 9am-9.45am Sat Movers & Shakers (2-5 years) – 10-10.45am Sat Ballet Minis (3 & 4 years) 10.45-11.30am Sat Ballet Kids (4-7 years) 10.30-11.15am & 1-1.45pm Sat Hip Hop Kids (4-7 years) 11.15-12 noon & 12.15-1pm Sat Déda , Chapel St
Tuesday Tots 10-12 Tue Free
Central United Reform Church, Becketwell Lane
Barney’s Beanies 10am-12 Tue St Barnabas Church Hall, Radbourne St
APUK Derby 10.30am-12.30pm
Attachment Parenting Group 2nd & last Wed of month Artsmith Live Gallery, 109c Monk Street
St Joe’s Tinies to Tots
10-11.30am Wed St Joseph’s Church, Burton Road
Little Nippers 10-11.30am Wed
Bump Talk
(11.30-12 bring packed lunch) Stalks 1.30-3pm Wed (0-18mth) St Alkmund’s Ch, Kedleston Rd
Broadway Toddler Group
Funky Doodlers
Foot Fusion School of Dance
Thursday 4-4.30pm - Melody Bear (2years+) 4.30-4.50pm - Ballet (4years+) 4.50 - 5.10pm - Tap (4years+) 5.10-5.30pm - Modern (4years+) Saturday 9.30 - 9.50am - Ballet (4years+) 9.50 - 10.10am - Tap (4years+) 10.10-10.30am - Modern (4years+) 10.30-11am - Melody Bear (2years+) St James’Hall, St James Street
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk New Class
10.15-11.15am Fri (Toddlers 18m-3yrs) (pregnancy & parenting) 11.30am & 12.30 Fri 10.30am 1st Mon of month (Babies 0-18m) NCT Bumps, Babies & Beyond Artsmith Live Gallery, DW Sports, Pride Park 10.30am-12pm Wed 109c Monk Street Free Trial Class West End Community Centre, Mackworth Rd Little Creations 10-11.45 Mon Tots Make & Do (0-5 yr) Riverside Centre, 10-11.30am Fri (2-5 years) Mini Movers Dance Classes Riverside Rd, Pride Park The Museum & Art Gallery, with Melody Bear The Strand, Derby (free) Stay & Play 1.15-2.45pm Mon 4.30-5.15pm Thu (2 - 4.5 years) Becket Children’s Centre, 9.30-10.15am Sat (2 - 4.5 years) Bumps & Bundles Stockbrook St First Stage Studios, 9 Enterprise 9.30-10.45am Fri. (under 18 months) Way, Jubilee Business Park Helen O’ Grady Drama Becket Children’s Centre, Young actors 8-9.15pm Tue QUAD Cine Babies Stockbrook St Déda , Chapel St Screenings for parents & carers Little Steps 10-11.30am Fri with babies under 12 mths Listen, Love, Learn (baby & toddler group) Every Thursday 12 - 3pm Tue (£1) Castlefields Church, Traffic St (Creative activities for families with (must join QUAD’s Free Cine Babies Club) children up to 5 yrs) Central United Reform Church QUAD, Market Place Quad, Market Place 9-11.15 Tue Broadway Baptist Ch, Broadway
Toddler Group
9.30-11.30am Tue Ashbourne Rd Methodist Church
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(ages 2 +) 9.30-11.30am Thu Becket Children’s Centre, Stockbrook St
Coffee Morning
10am-12pm Fri, Becketwell Lane
Cine Kids Screenings
Every Sat & Sun in term time and daily in school holidays (get Cine Kids Membership) QUAD, Market Place
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Tiny Talk launch New Classes for 2017 Tiny Talk Baby Signing are excited to announce NEW classes in Chellaston, Pride Park, Melbourne & Castle Donington Tiny Talk award winning classes for babies and toddlers from birth to 4 years offer fun with songs, puppets, toys, parachutes, sensory fun and instruments. Come along to a class and learn the magical ability to communicate before babies can speak using simple signs, and develop your toddler’s communication and preschool skills! Enjoy a drink and a biscuit, making friends and spending quality time with your little one whilst having fun.
SPECIAL OFFER - TWO free classes when you quote L4T2017 subject to availability (at Chellaston, Pride Park, Castle Donington, Melbourne and Long Eaton only). Other classes also run all across Derby! Contact Jo or visit the website for more information. JoC@tinytalk.co.uk Tel:07801 351986 www.tinytalk.co.uk/carolines
Chellaston, Castle Donington, Melbourne, Pride Park, Long Eaton Contact Caroline on 07711 177241 or carolines@tinytalk.co.uk www.tinytalk.co.uk/carolines Allestree, Mickleover, Oakwood, Darley Abbey & Belper Contact Becci on 07508 732135 or beccid@tinytalk.co.uk www.tinytalk.co.uk/beccid TRIAL CLASSES AVAILABLE!
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Derby cont... Lego Saturday & Sunday
11am - 4pm (Free) (ages 3+ and grown ups) Resource Area, QUAD Gallery
Super Saturday
(1st Sat of month) 4th Feb, 4th March Museum & Art Gallery 11-12.30pm Pickford’s House 12.30-2pm The Silk Mill 2-3.30pm Follow the trail around the three museum sites! Begin at the Museum & Art Gallery.
Helen O’ Grady Drama Sat
Lower Primary 10.30-11.30am Upper Primary 11.30am-12.30pm Youth theatre 12.30-1.30pm Queens Leisure Centre
SoccerstarsUK
Tiny Tots (3-5 years) 9-9.45am / 10-10.45am Sat Derby University
SoccerstarsUK Skills Centre 5-11 year olds 9-10am Sat Derby University
Littleover Water Babies Swimming
Mon, Wed & Thu lunchtime Ivy House School, Moorway Lane
Littleover Parent & Toddler
9.45-11.15am Tue. Littleover Baptist Church Hall, Thornhill Rd
Baby Sensory
10am/ 11.15am/ 12.45pm Wed Littleover Methodist Church, Constable Drive
Heatherton under-5s 9.30-11am Wed Haven Christian Centre
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Newmount Babies & Tots 9.30-11am Wed
Three Bears Cookery Club
Starlight’s Story and Activity Time 1.30-2.30pm Wed (2-4 yrs) Newmount Meth Church, Blagreaves Lane
Puddle Ducks Swimming 9.30am-12noon Thu Gayton Pool, Gayton Ave
Tots 10-11.30am Thu/ Fri
01332 365045 waiting list. Littleover Methodist Church, Constable Drive
Heatherton Babies
10-11.15am Fri (0-2yr) Haven Christian Centre
Playball
9.15-10am (3-4yr) 10-10.45am (4-5 yr) 10.45-11.30am (5-7yr) Saturday Derby Moor, Moorway Lane
Mackworth All Saints Little Stars (0-4 yr) 9.30-11.30am Tue All Saints Church, Church Lane
Mickleover Boogie Woogie Babes
10-11am Mon & 1st Sat of Month 10-11am 4th Feb, 4th March & 1st April All Saints Church Hall 01335 360 283
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Trial class available
4.15-5.15pm Wed (must book) Mickleover Pavilion, Vicarage Rd
Helen O’ Grady Drama Wed
4.30-5.30pm (Lower & Upper) St John’s Ch Hall, Devonshire Dr
Little Tykes
9.30 - 11am Wed Mickleover Pavilion, Vicarage Park
Beat Feet Academy of Dance
(under fives classes) Wednesdays: 5.15 - 6pm Riverdance & National 6- 6.45pm Zumba® Kids Thursdays: 4- 4.45pm Baby Beats 4.45 - 5.15pm Pre-primary Ballet 5.15 - 5.45pm Primary Modern Theatre 5.45 - 6.15pm Pre-primary Tap Saturday: 9.30 – 10.15am – Baby Boppers 1 10.15 – 11.am – Baby Boppers 2 10.15 – 11.am Parent & Tots Bop New Class 11– 11.30am – Pre-primary Ballet 11.30 – 12pm – Primary Modern Theatre 11.30am– 12.15pm Infant Street Dance New Class 12– 12.30pm – Pre-primary Tap 12.30 – 1pm – Grade 1 Modern 1– 1.30pm – Primary Ballet 1.30 – 2pm – Primary Tap 2 – 2.45pm – Street Dance 2.45 – 3.30pm BabyBoppers3 Murray Park Community School, Murray Road
Music Time 1st trial class free
10.30 - 11.30am Thu Mickleover Pavilion, Vicarage Rd
NCT Mum & Baby Yoga
Mon 10-11am Toddlers (18mth-4) 10-11.30am Tue & 1-2.30pm Thu 11.15am-12.15pm Babies (0-18mth) Methodist Church, Station Rd Micklover Memorial Hall, (book in advance) 07581 744048 Station Rd
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Dance School of the Year 2016 WINNER
Parent and Tots Bop Saturdays 10:15 - 11:00am Ages 9 months - 2 years Murray Park School, Mickleover �oo� �our place to�a� �� contac�n� Principal Julie Latham (ISTD CDE, AIDTA, Zumba® Licensed) 07840 447 024 �ulie��ea�eet�ance�co�u� ����bea�ee�dance�c��u�
Woohoo! It’s time for Toddler Sense! A place where structured play goes hand in hand with imagination, and the freedom to explore and investigate! Specially designed for children from 13 months to 4 years, the sessions are great fun, not just for your little ones, but also for you! Every week is different and everything we do is based on research to best support your child’s development.
Imaginative, Adventure Play classes running across Derby To book call Sarah on 07854 853901 or www.toddlersense.com
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Derby
Most classes are Term-Time only
Mickleover Cont.. Stay & Play 10-11.30am Thu Mickleover Children’s Centre, Briarfield Way Must book on: 01332 518661
TiddleKicks
1.45-2.30pm Fri (walking-5yr) All Saints Church
Mama Baby Bliss Baby Massage & Yoga
Massage 11.30-1pm Fri & Baby Yoga 1.15 - 2.45pm Fri (birth-crawling) 6 week course, must book: 07956 222148 The Bridge centre, Ladybank Rd
Normanton Arzoo Toddler Stay & Play Group
9-10.30am Tue Rosehill Infant Sch, Reginald St
Little ‘Uns Baby & Toddler
10-11.30 Tue St Giles Ch Centre, Village Street
Stay and Play
1.30-3pm Wed Arboretum Park
Tiny Treasures
9.30-11.30am Wed New Life Christian Ctr, Holmes St
Little Stars Mother & Child Group 8.50 - 10.30am Thu
St James Infant & Nursery School
Little Fishes Stay & Play 9.30 - 11.15am Thu 1. St Chad’s Road
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SoccerstarsUk
Stay & Play 1-2.30pm Thu
Tiny Tots (3-5 years) 9-9.45/10-10.45am Sat Springwood Leisure Centre
Babington Children’s Centre, Stonehill Rd
Breastfeeding Club
11am-12noon Fri Rosehill Children’s Centre
Spondon Puddle Ducks Swimming
New Arrivals Group To The UK 1.30- 4pm Mon 1-2.30pm Fri Rosehill Children’s Centre
2.45 - 3.45pm Tue 9.30am - 12noon Wed 11.30am-2.30pm Fri 8.30am-12 noon Sat 8.30am-12.45pm Sun Choices Health Club, East Service Road, Raynesway
Just for Dads 10am-12pm 2nd & 4th Sat of month Rosehill Children’s Centre
Oakwood
Mother & Baby Morning
Baby Ballet
Wednesday 9.45-10.20am Movers (3 & 4 yrs) 10.20-10.35am Tappers (3 & 4 years) 10.45-11.20am Tinies (18 months- 3 years) Springwood Leisure Centre
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Wed
Trial class available 9.45-10.45am Toddlers (18mths -4) 11am - 12 noon Babies (0-18mths) 378 Bishops Drive, DE21 2DF
Walkers & Talkers Wed
(18mth-4yr) 1-2.30pm Church on Oakwood, Bishops Dr
Childminder Group Thu
9.45-11.30am Upstairs room, Church on Oakwood, Bishops Dr
TiddleKicks
10.35-11.15am Fri (walking-5yr) Springwood leisure Centre
Helen O’ Grady Drama
2.30-3.30 & 3.30-4.30pm Sat (Lower & Upper Primary) Springwood Leisure Centre
From 10.30am Mon (free) Followed by Farm themed activities 11.15am -12noon (£2) Bluebell Dairy, Locko Road
Twistin Tots Free taster
10-11am Mon (0-5 years) Freddy’s Play Kingdom, 50 Nottingham Rd (free play after)
Baby Sensory
10am & 11.15am Mon (birth - 13 months) Spondon Methodist Church, Lodge Lane, just off the A52
Tiddlekicks
1st Tue of month 1.30-2pm PAYG plus free play (walk-5yrs) Freddy’s Play Kingdom, 50 Nottingham Rd
Baby Ballet
Tuesday 9.25-10.00am & 10.10-10.45am Tines (18 months- 3 years) 10.55-11.30am Movers (3 & 4 years) 11.30-11.45am Tappers (3 & 4 years) 11.55-12.25pm Tots (6-18 months) Spondon Village Hall, Sitwell St
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3 Bears Cookery Club
Cookery classes for children in Derbyshire! Your child will create a delicious recipe to take home & enjoy! £8.50 per child, everything included. Birthday parties and bespoke classes for schools and nurseries available Contact Ruth: 07973 193362 ruth@threebearscookeryclub.com www.threebearscookeryclub.com
Get fit with your baby! Darley Park, Derby
Trinity Grading Available HAVE CLASSES ALLAGES AGES & & ABLITIES FROMFROM 4 to 17+ 4 TO 17+ WE HAVEWECLASSES FORFORALL ABILITIES
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Derby
Most classes are Term-Time only
Spondon Cont... TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk 1st trial class free 1-2pm Wed (0-2 years) Freddy’s Play Kingdom 50 Nottingham Road
Freddy’s Play Kingdom
Toddler Morning 10-11.30am Mon,Wed & Fri 10.15-11am Wed Jelly Roles Music (every fortnight) 1-2pm Wed Tinytalk 10.15 Thu Wiggly Tots (under 2’s) 10.45 Thu Wiggly Tots (over 2’s) 50 Nottingham Road
Derbyshire Dales
Country Club
(an hour of fun outdoor activities) 10.30 - 11.30am First Friday of every month (term time only) Bluebell Dairy, Locko Road
Sunnyhill Women Only Stay & Play
Baby Sensory
10-11am & 11.15am12.15pm Wed (birth-13 months) The Venue, Wyaston Rd, Ashbourne
Helen O’ Grady Drama
1-2.30pm Tue Toy Library 2.30-3pm Tue
4.30-5.30 Thu. Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Clifton Rd, Ashbourne
1.30-3pm Wed Austin & Sunnyhill Children’s Centre, Browning St
Puddle Ducks Swimming
Stay & Play
Spondon under 5’s
9.45am-12.15pm Fri 9-11.30am Sat Adelaide Grange (near Snelston)
9.30- 11.15am Thu Spondon Village Hall, Sitwell St
Baby & Pre-school age 0-4
Your child has the potential
Join us at any point in the term
Join Puddle Ducks on a swimming journey that’s as unique as your child!
Contact your local team for more information tel: 01332 605729 visit: puddleducks.com derbyshire@puddleducks.com
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We have the expertise Puddle Ducks classes are designed by swimming experts. Our teachers are especially trained to identify your own child’s stage of development, nurture confidence and unlock their potential to swim.
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‘What is TiddleKicks?’ TiddleKicks is a football based activity session specifically designed for children aged 6 months to 5 years. At a Tiddlekicks session you can expect to take part in lots of fun and energetic activities using a range of equipment designed to enhance your child's agility, balance and coordination. With our structured stages watch your little one learn, play and grow!
Sessions running across Derbyshire.
To book or find out more, please contact Kendall or Sally. 07545 051 465 or 07989 449 256 email enquiries@tiddlekicks.co.uk www.tiddlekicks.co.uk T: 08456 436 848 E: derby@lotsfortots.co.uk
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Amber Valley
Most classes are Term-Time only
Ambergate Baby & Toddler Group
9.45-11.45 Mon St Anne’s Church, Derby Rd
Belper NCT Bumps & Babies
9.30-11.30am Mon No.28 on the Market Place
The Creation Station
New Classes Monday 1-1.50pm Little Explorer Wednesday 10.10 -11am Little Explorer (15months to 5 years) Wednesday 11.20 – 12.05 Baby Discover (6 months to 14 months) Strutts Centre, DE56 1UU
Baby World & Me
Miracles 2 Mums Pilates
Denby Denby & Marehay Toddlers 10am-12pm Wed Zion Methodist Church, Warmwells Lane, Marehay
Duffield Baby Ballet
9.45-11am (crawling-walking) 11am-12.15pm (8weeks-crawling) Thu (pre-book) Belper Communty Hall, Bridge St Belper Leisure Centre
Toy Library Stay & Play
1.30 - 3.30 Thu The Bungalow, Belper School,
Baby Sensory
10am-11am, 11.15am-12.15pm & 12.45-1.45 Fri (birth - 13 months) The Lion Hotel, Bridge Street
Belper Babywearers
(advise about slings / carriers) (0-18mth) Booking essential. 10am-12noon 4th Fri of month Belper Community Hall, Bridge St Chucklebutties, Belper Mills Little Church 1.15-3.30pm Wed Little Sage Baby and St Peter’s Church, Church Lane Kids Yoga Course 9.45-10.45am/ 11am-12pm Fri 18months-4 years (pre-book) No 28, The Market Place 40
9.30-11.30am, Crich Glebe Field Centre, DE4 5EU
Thursday 9.30-10.05am & 10.15-10.50am Tinies (18 months- 3 years) 11.00-11.35am Movers (3 & 4 years) 11.35-11.50am Tappers (3 & 4 years) Vanessa Milllar School of Dance, Derwent Street
Water Babies 1-2.30pm Thu
Twistin Tinies 1.30-2.40pm Tue
Toy Library Stay & Play Mon
Baby Ballet
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk
9.45-11.30am Mon (0-5yr) 9.45-11.45am Tue (0-5yr) Belper Community Hall, Bridge St
Crich
2nd Wed of month (0-5 years additional needs) Belper Children’s Ctr, Alder Road
Little Sage Baby Yoga Course
Twistin Tots Free taster
10-11.30am Fri Fleets Art Centre
Special Friends 9.45-11.45am
10-10.50am & 11-11.50am Tue Birth - walking The Vanessa Millar School of Dancing, Albert House, Derwent St Free Trial
11am-12pm Tue Babies & Toddlers (0-2 years) The Fit Pit Gym, The East Mill, Bridgefoot Trial class available
Sensory Play Toddler Group
Antenatal & Postnatal classes 6.55 - 8pm Wed (next course 23rd March - 25th May) Tel: 07703 116284 Belper Rehab Physio & Pilates Studio, The Fit Pit Gym, The East Mill, Bridgefoot
Monday 9.30am-10.05am & 10.15-10.50am Tinies (18 months- 3 years) 11.00-11.35am Movers ( 3 & 4 years) St Margaret Clitherow Church, Hall Farm Road
Playball
9.20-10am & 10-10.40am (2-3yr) Mon 10.45am-11.30 (3-4yr) Mon 2-2.45pm (3-4 years) Thu Duffield Meth’ Ch Hall, King St
Babes & Bouncers
10-11.30am Mon St Alkmund’s Ch Hall, Church Dr
Helen O’Grady Drama
4-5pm Tue (Lower & Upper) Meadows Primary School
Playball
4.15-5pm (4-5yr) & 5-5.45pm (5-7yr) Thu Duffield Scout Hut
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Miracles2Mums Pilates Antenatal & Post Natal Pilates Classes
Belper Rehab Physio & Pilates Studio
‘Exercise Safely & Get Back in Shape Gently’ FACEBOOK PAGE ‘Miracles2Mums Pilates 07703 116284
Who is it for? Expectant mums from 12+ weeks & New mums from 6 weeks+
Baby World and Me is a new Belper & Derby parent and baby class which creates a special world inclusive of our core values of explore, play and bond. Our classes are from birth to toddle. To find out more please contact Edwina on 07719 555991 or why not visit our fab website to start your Baby World and Me journey today!
www.babyworldandme.co.uk
Why choose our classes? We provide safe and effective teaching by fully qualified physiotherapists & health professionals to help maintain health and fitness during pregnancy and assist post natal recovery. Full medical screening included. Why is Pilates beneficial? Core /Pelvic Floor Strengthening Tummy and general toning Increased wellbeing/Socialising Relaxation and breathing
Regain correct postural alignment Protect your spine when lifting/carrying Hasten Post Natal recovery Strengthen in birthing positions
For more information visit our website www.belperpilates.co.uk for class dates and application forms. Classes run Weds 6.55-8pm. Taking new starters at any point in the course. Based at the East Mill, Belper.
Our next issue is our spring magazine which is also the Bump to Five Show Guide! This covers April - June. 18,000 copies will be distributed across Derbyshire in time for the Easter holidays! Advertise your class, event or business here for as little as £40 for 3 months. Includes magazine & website advertising
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Amber Valley
Most classes are Term-Time only
Duffield Cont... Seedlings Toddler Group
Tue 9.30-11.30am. Emmanuel Community Church, Chapel St
Duffield Playgroup
9.30-11.30am Wed Duffield Meth’ Ch Hall, King St
Messy Church 10.30-11.15am 1st Sun of month Duffield Meth’ Ch Hall, King St
Heage Toy Library Stay & Play
Tue 1.15-3.15pm The Studio Heage Primary School, School Ln
Heanor & Loscoe Parent & Child Group (0-3.5yr) 8.30am-12.30pm Tue/Wed/Thu Michael House Steiner Waldorf School, The Field
Heanor Weenies Wed
9.30-11.30am Senior Citizen Centre, Wilmot St
Holbrook Holbrook Baby & Toddler 9.15-11.15am Fri Holbrook Methodist Chapel
Horsley Woodhouse Toddler Sense
10.45-11.35am Wed (13 mths - 2 yrs) 11.50am -12.40pm Wed (2 -4.5 years) Horsley Woodhouse Church Hall
Kilburn Stay n Play 9.15-11.15am Thu Kilburn Village Hall, Church St 42
Muggington Friday Owls 10.30 – 11.30am
Fri (0-4years) Mugginton Primary School, Church Lane
Quarndon
Twistin Tots (0-5 years)
9.40-10.40am/ 11am-12pm Fri (free play after) Free taster Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Est
TiddleKicks 8.45-12.30pm Sat
(walking-5yr) Ripley Leisure Centre
Somercotes Quarndon Pre-School Play and Stay 1-3pm 1st Tue of month Baby Ballet Friday: Contact Dawn 07708 906743
9.45-10.20am Tinies (18 months- 3 years) Edward Bear Club 10.30-11.05am Movers 2.15-3.30pm Thu. St Paul’s Church (3 & 4 years) 11.05-11.20am Tappers ( 3 & 4 years) Ripley Saturday New Class Baby Ballet New Class 9.25-10.00am Tinies Monday 10.10-10.45am Movers 9.30-10.15am Tinies 10.50-11.05am Tappers (18 months- 3 years) Ripley leisure Centre, Derby Rd 11.15-11.45am Tots (6-18 months) Squeals on Wheels The Studio Vibe, Nottingham Rd 9.15-11am/ 11.30am-1pm Mon All Saint’s Church, Moseley St
Planet Happy: Parent & Toddler Sessions 10-11.30am Mon/ Wed & Fri Wiggly Tots 10am Tue Jelly Roles 2-3pm Tue (every fortnight)
Cooking with Georgia
2-3pm Thu Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Est
Baby Sensory
Turnditch
Turnditch Baby & Toddler 9.15 - 11.30am Thu
Turnditch and District playgroup (Tiggers)
Tue am & pm, Wed am & Fri am & pm. Crompton Inglefield Village Hall, Ashbourne Rd, Wirksworth
Waingroves
10-11am & 11.15am-12.15pm Tue (birth-13 months) Baby Ballet Saturday: Ripley leisure Centre, Derby Rd 09.15-09.50am Tinies (18 mths-3 yrs) Topsy Turvy Tots 10-10.35am Movers (3 & 4 yrs) 10-11.45am Tue. Salvation Army 10.35-10.50am Tappers (3 & 4 yrs) Corps, 25 Heath Rd Waingroves Community Centre, Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Est 136 Church Street Twistin Tikes Free taster TinyTalk Baby Signing Fri 1.30 - 2.30pm (music class that (0-18 mth) 2pm Wed. Waingroves meet EYFS, 3-5 yrs) free play after Community Centre, Church Street Planet Happy, Heage Rd Ind Est
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Erewash
Most classes are Term-Time only
Borrowash Mother & Toddler Group
1.30-3pm Tue Methodist Ch Hall
Breadsall Water Babies Swimming
Tue mornings Marriott Breadsall Priory Leisure Club, Moor Road
Breaston Breaston Baby & Toddler
1.30-3pm Tue St Michael’s Ch Hall, Main St
Ilkeston Bumpercise New Class (Pregnancy Pilates)
6.30-7.15pm Monday (suitable for any stage of pregnancy) The Welcome Hall, St John’s Road
Little Sage Baby Yoga Course 9.45-11am (crawling-walking) 11am-12.15pm (8weeks-crawling) Mon (pre-book) Weleda Centre, Heanor Road
Ladybirds Community Group
1-2.30pm Mon. Charnos Support Centre, Lower Whitworth Road
Baby Sensory New Class 10am & 11.15am Tue (birth-13 months) Ilkeston Arena Church 1 Rutland Street
Helen O’ Grady Drama
TinyTalk Baby Signing
10am Wed (0-18 mt) Victoria Park Leisure Centre, Manners Road
Little Eaton
Long Eaton Twins & More
1-3pm Tue (pregnancy-5 yrs) Long Eaton Children’s Centre
Rockabillies Music Workshops
Baby Sensory
Music Workshops & Adult Choir 8-9.30pm Wed Unit 8, West Gate, Gibb Street
Twistin Tots (0-5yr)
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Free Trial Class
10am/ 11.15am Tue. Village Hall, Vicarage Lane 1.30-2.30pm Wed Free taster LE Village Hall, Vicarage Lane
Playball 4.15-5pm (4-5 yr) Tue 5-5.45pm (5-7 yr) Tue 9.20-10am (2-3yr) Wed 10-10.45am & 10.45-11.30am (3-4yr) Wed 9.20-10am (2-3yr) Fri 10-10.45am & 10.45-11.30am (3-4yr) Fri LE Village Hall, Vicarage Lane
Long Eaton Rockabillies Music Groups
6mths-4yrs (pre book) Mon-Fri 9.45am & 11am Tue 1.30pm 3+ years Unit 8, West Gate, Gibb Street
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Toddler Talk Free Trial Class
Babies (0-18mth) 11.45-12.45 & 1-2pm Mon Toddlers (18mth-3yr) 10.30-11.30 Salvation Army Hall, New Street
12.15 & 1.30pm Babies (0-18mth) 9.45 & 11am Toddlers (18mth-3yr) Wednesday. West Park Leisure Ctr
Oasis Toddler Time
9.45-11.45am Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri 1.15-2.45pm Tue/Thu Oasis Christian Centre, Derby Rd
Trinity Meth Church Toddlers 9-11.30am Thu, Cross St
NCT Bumps and Babies
10.30am-12pm (bumps-2 yr) Thu St John’s Church, Canal Street
St Laurence Church Toddlers 10-11.30am Fri, St Laurence Church Hall, Tamworth Rd
SoccerstarsUk New Class
Tiny Tots (3-5 years) 8.45-9.30am & 9.45-10.30am Sat West Park Leisure Centre
NCT Antenatal Classes Sat
The Elms Nursery, Trent College 0844 2436875 (Book in advance)
Playwell Toddler Group Mon 10-11.30am St John’s Ch Hall
Toddlertime 1-3pm Mon
Sawley Baptist Church, Wilne Rd Tue 4.30-5.30pm (Lower & Upper) 5.30-6.30pm (Lower & Upper Childsplay Toddler Group senior) 9am-12pm/ 1.15-3pm Tue Flamstead Ctr, Albert St Grange Primary Sch, Station Rd
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Erewash
Most classes are Term-Time only
Ockbrook
Sandiacre
Roots, Shoots & Welly Boots 9.45 - 10.45am Tue. Gordon Lacey Hall
Chatterbox Playgroup
10-11.30am Fri Post Office Tea Rooms, Church St
Maria Fell The Pilates Physio
Bring Your Baby Mon 10.30 - 11.30am (suitable 6 weeks post birth until baby is crawling) Beautiful Bumps Thu 6.30 - 7.30pm (suitable during pregnancy) Brilliant Backs Thu 7.45 -8.45pm (suitable for mums without their baby up to 5 years post pregnancy) Ockbrook Parish Hall, Church Street,
Risley
Water Babies Swimming 9.30-11am Mon/Tue Cloudside Junior Sch, Stanton Rd
Sunshine Group
1.15-3.15pm Tue. Ladycross Infant Sch, Victoria Rd
Sandiacre Baby & Toddler
(0-3yr) 1-3pm Wed. Memorial Institute, Doncaster Av
Tiny Tots Baby & Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Thu Methodist Church, Butt Street
Shardlow Baby & Toddler Group Fri 10am-12pm Shardlow Village Hall
Risley Parent & Toddler
Wed 9.30-11am. Risley Mem. Hall
‘Bumpercise’ Pregnancy Pilates Prenatal exercise/Pilates class for expectant Mums at any stage of pregnancy Mondays 6.30 - 7.15pm The Welcome Hall St John's Road Ilkeston DE7 5PA £6.00 per class amy@godsmark.co.uk www.godsmark.co.uk/fitness
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South Derbyshire
Most classes are Term-Time only
Aston on Trent Tiny Tots Workshop
2-3.15pm Wed Memorial Hall, Chellaston Lane
Aston on Trent Pre-School
9.05am-12.05pm Mon-Fri 12.05-1.05 (lunch club) The Memorial Hall, Chellaston Ln
Barrow Upon Trent Sale and Davys Playgroup
9am-12noon & lunch club 12-1pm Mon - Fri. 43 Twyford Road
Castle Donington Puddle Ducks Swimming
9.30am-12.30pm Tue Thistle Hotel, East Mids Airport
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Singing Babies 0-18m Free Trial 10.15-11.15am & 11.30am-12.30pm Fri Spital Park Pavilion
Etwall
Parent & Toddler Day Tue
10am-5pm Highfield’s Happy Hens, Heage Lane
Mums & Tots Group
10-11am Tue Kadampa Primary School, Ashe Hall, Ashe Lane
Puddle Ducks Swimming 9.30-11.30am Thu Etwall Primary School
SoccerstarsUk
Tiny Tots (3-5 years) 9-9.45/10-10.45am Sat Etwall Leisure Centre, Hilton Rd
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Three Bears Cookery Club 1.30-2.45pm Wed Toddler Cookery 10.30-11.45am Sun Cookery Club (must book) Tel: 07973193362
Findern Kiddiclub 1.30-3pm Tue Village Hall, Castle Hill
Tots Praise
10.30-11.45am Mon Findern Methodist Church (songs, craft, story & snack for toddlers & pre-schoolers)
Hilton
Music Time 1st Trial class free
10.30 - 11.30am Mon 1.30-2.30pm Wed Hilton Village Hall, Peacroft Lane
Mums & Tots 1.30-3pm Mon
Hilton Village Hall, Peacroft Lane
Playball
9.20-10am & 10-10.40am (2-3yr) 10.45-11.30am (3-4yr) Tuesday The Mease, DE65 5FJ
TinyTalk Baby Signing
10.30 - 11.30am Tue Hilton Village Hall, Peacroft Lane
Helen O’ Grady Drama
Wed 4.30-5.30pm Hilton Primary, Peacroft Lane
SoccerstarsUk
Tiny Tots (2-4 years) 10-10.45am Wed Hilton Village Hall, Peacroft Lane
TiddleKicks 9 - 10.30am Sat
(Walking- 5yrs) Hilton Scout Hut
Three Bears Cookery Club
1.30-2.45pm Fri (must book) Hilton Village Hall, Peacroft Lane
Kegworth Baby Sensory
10am Tue. Kegworth Village Hall
Tiddlers Playgroup
9.45-11.45am Mon/ Thu Kegworth Baptist Church, High Street
Melbourne Music Time 1st trial class free
1.30-2.30pm Mon Thomas Cook Hall, High Street
TinyTalk Baby Signing & Singing
Babies 0-18m Free Trial 10.45-11.45am & 12.15-1.15pm Wed Melbourne Assembly Rooms
Baby Sensory
10am/ 11.15am/ 12.45pm Thu St Mary’s Church Hall, Church St
Music Time 1st trial class free 10.30 - 11.30am Fri Wesley Hall, Potter St
Repton Baby and Toddler Group
9.45-11.45am Wed (0-5yrs) Repton Village Hall, Askew Grove
Ticknall Roots, Shoots & Welly Boots 9.45 & 11am Mon Ticknall Village Hall, DE73 7JW
Ticknall Playgroup (0-5 years)
10am -12noon Wed & Thu Ticknall Village Hall, DE73 7JW
Tutbury Tutbury Toddlers
9.30-11am Mon/ Fri Tutbury Pre-School, Cornmill Ln
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‘17th Year’ A Multi-Sport Coaching Programme for children aged 2 – 7 years old!
We teach fundamental sport skills for tennis, hockey, cricket, football, rugby, baseball & basketball
Suitable for babies, toddlers & pre-school children
Magical Music & Movement Classes
Classes held at these venues:
ALLESTREE Memorial Hall CHELLASTON Scout Hut DUFFIELD Methodist Church Hall & Scout Hut HILTON The Mease pavilion LITTLE EATON Village Hall LITTLEOVER Derby Moor Price: £6 per session
Morning & Afternoon Classes Pay as you Go. 1st trial class FREE Hilton, Chellaston, Allestree, Mickleover & Melbourne
Frozen, Disney, Star Wars, Music Time, plus lots more themed parties. All events are catered for, including weddings Find out more... Classes, Parties, Events Tel: Tracey 07866 689971 www.musictime.uk.com www.facebook.com/musictime2000
We also do playball HOLIDAY CAMPS & PARTIES! Contact KYLA MADSEN for more information on:
07935600027 or playballderby@gmail.com
www.derby.playballuk.com
ROOTS, SHOOTS & WELLY BOOTS BRAND NEW CONCEPT – Outdoor Gardening Classes
Are you looking for a class that is unique, sensory, engaging and healthy? Then why not come and try a Roots, Shoots & Welly Boots class………
“Have fun singing, learning, tasting, planting, digging, exploring and making new friends. Come along and be part of an adventure every week at Roots, Shoots & Welly Boots.” Call us on 07879 682334 or email: hayley@rootsshootsandwellyboots.com
1st Session FREE
Mondays - Ticknall
Tuesdays – Ockbrook
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Thursdays – Darley Abbey
Fridays – Allestree
www.rootsshootsandwellyboots.com
T: 08456 436 848 E: derby@lotsfortots.co.uk
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UK’s largest independent nursery retail store now in Derby
All the biggest brands at the best prices guaranteed Take advantage of our baby club:
* Spread the cost of your payments * Free storage of purchases * Free nationwide delivery
www.babyplanetonline.co.uk
61-65 Abbey Street, Derby DE22 3SP
Tel: 01332 290816
Open Mon- Sat 10am-5.30pm, Sun 11am-3pm