Lots for Tots Nottingham issue 5

Issue 05 July-Sept 2014

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WIN a term of classes with Talking Tots!

Get Active this Summer at Nottingham City Council Leisure Centres LOTS on LOCAL...

Summer fun & events for all the family LOTS on WEEKLY...

Find your local Toddler Groups & Classes

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re you ready for summer? You will be with Lots for Tots magazine in your bag...car...or suitcase!

This issue marks my first anniversary as Editor of Lots for Tots Nottingham. Doesn’t time fly when you are having fun?! We have had a brilliant year bringing you all the latest news, events, classes and groups in Nottingham and we continue this issue with loads of things to do during July, August and September.

Enter our competition on p. 23 to win a term of Talking Tots classes.

Remember some groups and classes will not be running during the summer holidays but if you are looking for something new to start in September then look at our Lots on Weekly yellow pages at the back of the magazine.

The East Midlands Baby & Toddler Show will return on Saturday 29th November at Trent Vineyard Conference Centre, Lenton Lane.

Entry is FREE if you pre-register online from August. www.eastmidlandsbabyandtoddlershow.co.uk Thanks for your support and we wish you and your family a wonderful summer!

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Sarah Little - Editor

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Lots on Local... July Thu 3rd July 9.30am-12noon Open Morning: Iona School 310 Sneinton Dale NG3 7DN Come along to our Open Morning to find out more about Steiner education in the heart of Nottingham. Contact Dominique Allen, Admissions Manager on 0115 9415295. www.theionaschool.org.uk

Fri 4th July 10am-12noon Open Day: Leahurst Road Pre-School St Luke’s Church Hall, Leahurst Road, West Bridgford NG2 6GL Come along and see our unique, nurturing learning environment for 2 to 4 year olds. Funding available for all 3 and 4 year olds (some 2 year olds subject to criteria). T: 07941 616369 www.leahurstrdpreschool.org.uk Tue 8th July 1.30-3pm Rub a Dub Reunion Party Westdale Lane Community Centre, Mapperley NG3 6ES For mums and babies who have attended the baby massage classes and for parents who would like to find out more.

Entry £1.50. www.recooper8therapy.com

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Sat 19th July 11am-12.30pm NCT Nearly New Sale Becket School, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford NG2 7QY Nearly new sale offering clothes, nursery equipment, toys and books.

E: nctnottingham@yahoo.com Fri 25th July 1-3pm Stay & Play: Beeston Nursery Station Road, Beeston NG9 2AB A Stay and Play session for babies and parents. Booking essential as places are very limited. For more information about this event and our Nursery please contact us. T: 0115 967 7677 www.beestonnursery.co.uk Sat 26th July 11am-4pm Family Sports Day Forest Recreation Ground NG5 2BU Families can join in FREE games and fun activities for all ages, including sports races, fun inflatables, water zorbing, go–karting and crazy golf. www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/sportsday

Sat 12th & Sun 13th July Teddy Bear’s Picnic at White Post Farm Mansfield Road, Farnsfield NG22 8HL Bring your favourite Teddy for spot prizes throughout the day. Story time, arts and crafts and loads more family fun! www.whitepostfarm.co.uk

Wed 30th July Meet Fireman Sam at White Post Farm Mansfield Road, Farnsfield NG22 8HL Fireman Sam will be making special appearances at intervals throughout the day plus there will be a real fire engine for you to explore and learn about how it works. Book online for 10% off. www.whitepostfarm.co.uk

Sat 19th July 12-3pm Open Day: Beeston Nursery Station Road, Beeston NG9 2AB Join us for a tour and to meet members of the Beeston Nursery team. Plus facepainting, arts and crafts activities.

For more information please contact us. www.beestonnursery.co.uk

Wed 30th July 1-4pm Papplewick Play Day Papplewick Village Hall, Linby Lane, Papplewick NG15 8FB FREE fun packed afternoon for children with games, activities and arts & crafts for all ages and abilities. Parents must be in attendance at all times.

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Superhero Themed Sessions 29th & 31st July - Trowell Garden Centre 1st August - Denz Soft Play, Beeston

Ice Cream Cool Themed Sessions 19th & 21st August - Trowell Garden Centre 22nd August - Denz Soft Play, Beeston

Flights of Fancy Themed Sessions 26th & 28th August - Trowell Garden Centre 29th August - Denz Soft Play, Beeston All sessions are £5 per child and must be pre-booked. rachelsimpson@thecreationstation.co.uk Price includes: 10% off in the Cafe at Trowell Garden Centre Discounted soft play at Denz

Summer Activity Weeks at Erewash Museum FREE activities 11am-3pm each day 28th July - 1st August - Carnival Week 4th - 8th August - Sport Week 11th - 15th August - Space Week 18th - 22nd August - Wildlife Week 26th - 29th August - Superheros Week Activities suitable for all ages For more info visit:

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Lots on Local... August Fri 1st-Sun 3rd August Nottingham Riverside Festival Victoria Embankment NG2 2JY FREE art activities in the Childrens Zone, a Sports Zone, live music stages, street theatre, global craft stalls, trade stands and a display of traditional steam engines and organs. Plus a spectacular fireworks display on Saturday night at 10.30pm.

Sat 2nd August Simply Dance Family Dance & Wellbeing Event Mapperley Methodist Church, Woodborough Road NG3 5QH FREE event for families to try out mini dance sessions plus opportunity to buy and try some exciting things from the craft stall hall. Dance classes are open to all ages so everyone can join in.

T: 07796 352969 www.simplydancenottingham.blogspot.com Sat 2nd August 1-4pm Calverton Play Day William Lee Memorial Park, Park Road, Calverton NG14 6LE FREE play afternoon for children. Taster sports sessions, games, activities, arts and crafts are just some of the things on offer.

Play clothes essential! Parents must be in attendance at all times.

Tue 5th August 12-4pm Stapleford Play Day Ilkeston Road Recreation Ground, Ilkeston Road, Stapleford NG9 8JL FREE activities including workshops, arts and crafts, sports activities, under 5s tent, live performances and much more.

Wed 6th August 10am-4pm Lark in the Park Bridgford Park, Central Avenue, West Bridgford NG2 6AT

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FREE family fun day featuring bouncy castles, arts and craft workshops and sports activities. Most activities are free, though some stalls will charge a fee.

Tue 12th August 12-3pm Picnic in the Park 2014 Clifton Playing Fields, Farnborough Road, Clifton NG11 8JU FREE annual fun day for all ages. Activites include climbing wall, inflatables, sports and play. Many stalls including local organisations and services.

Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Wed 13th August Princess & Pirate Day at White Post Farm Mansfield Road, Farnsfield NG22 8HL Come down to the Farm dressed as a princess or a pirate to get 10% off admission. www.whitepostfarm.co.uk Wed 13th August 1-4pm Arnold Play Day Arnot Hill Park, Arnold NG5 6LU FREE play afternoon for children. Taster sports sessions, games, activities, arts and crafts are just some of the things on offer.

Play clothes essential! Parents must be in attendance at all times.

Thu 14th August 10-11am Super Sparkle Parties: A Frozen Wonderland Tea Party!

Country Cottage Hotel, Ruddington Join Elsa, Anna, Alice and their friends as they host a magical ‘Frozen meets Alice in Wonderland’ tea party! With cupcakes, stories, makeovers, dancing, frozen sing-a-long and games! £10 per child.

Numbers are limited. For tickets contact: T: 07580 533499 supersparkleparties@gmail.com

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SUMMER HOLIDAY CAMPS 2014 August Camp Name - Location July Camp Name - Location 28 29 30 31

Super Heroes – Hollygirt Super Heroes – Hollygirt Super Heroes – Hollygirt Space Adventure – Hollygirt

Prices: £15.00 per session – 9:30am – 12:30pm (Book for a full week and receive a free pass at a future morning camp) Locations: Locations can be found for each class on our website www.bricks4kidz.co.uk/nottingham Under View Classes

1 4 5 & 6 7 8 11 11 12 13 14 15 18 19 20 21 22 25 27 28 29

Space Adventure – Hollygirt Space Adventure – Wollaton Mining & Crafting – Arnold (TBC) Angry Birdie Day 1 – Arnold (TBC) Angry Birdie Day 2 – Arnold (TBC) Angry Birdie Day 1 – Wollaton Mining & Crafting – West bridgford Mining & Crafting – West bridgford Mining & Crafting– West bridgford Angry Birdie Day 1– West Bridgford Angry Birdie Day 2– West Bridgford Mining & Crafting – Wollaton Extreme Expedition 2 -­‐ Chilwell Extreme Expedition 3 -­‐ Chilwell Extreme Expedition 4 -­‐ Chilwell Extreme Expedition 4 – Chilwell Bank Holiday Mining & Crafting Day 1 -­‐ Beeston Mining & Crafting Day 2-­‐ Beeston Angry Birdie Day 1 – Beeston

Book Today at: www.bricks4kidz.co.uk/nottingham Contact: agoodridge@bricks4kidz.com for more information *Please bring a snack for each event

Ages: 5 - 12

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Lots on Local... August Fri 15th August 12-4pm Kimberley Play Day Kimberley School Playing Field, Chestnut Drive, Nuthall NG16 1EX Lots of exciting activities including workshops, arts and crafts, sports activities, under 5s tent, live performances and much more. All activities are FREE. Parking available on site.

Wed 13th August Superhero Day at White Post Farm Mansfield Road, Farnsfield NG22 8HL Come down to the Farm dressed as a superhero to get 10% off admission. www.whitepostfarm.co.uk Thu 21st August 10.45am-12.45pm Sticky Fingers Gruffalo Special The Hermitage, Ruddington NG11 6EL Come and join us for our Gruffalo Special where we will be making Gruffalo face pizzas and gruffalo crumble as well as playing some Gruffalo themed games and going on a hunt for the big monster himself! Places are limited so book now; payment required on booking.

Call Kelly on 07817 583705. www.stickyfingerseducateexploreenjoy.co.uk Thu 21st August 12-4pm Chilwell Play Day Inham Nook Recreation Ground, Chilwell NG9 4GQ FREE activities including workshops, arts and crafts, sports activities, under 5s tent, live performances and much more.

Sat 23rd August Simply Dance Family Dance & Wellbeing Event Radcliffe-on-Trent Methodist Church, Shelford Road NG12 2AG FREE event for families to try out mini dance sessions plus opportunity to buy and try

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some exciting things from the craft stall hall. Dance classes are open to all ages so everyone can join in. T: 07796 352969 www.simplydancenottingham.blogspot.com Wed 27th August 12-4pm Eastwood Play Day Eastwood Comprehensive School, Hall Park, Mansfield Road NG16 3DY Lots of exciting activities including workshops, arts and crafts, sports activities, under 5s tent, live performances and much more. All activities are FREE.

Fri 29th - Sun 31st August Scooby-Doo! The Mystery of the Pyramid Theatre Royal, Theatre Sq NG1 5ND Scooby-Doo and the gang are back by popular demand with even more spooky mystery and fun - this time in the Pyramids.

The cartoon classic comes to life! www.trch.co.uk T: 0115 989 5555 Sat 30th August 10am-2pm Stay & Play: Beeston Nursery Station Road, Beeston NG9 2AB A Stay and Play session for two year olds and their parents. Have fun exploring in our garden, try out arts and craft activities and have a boogie at the mini disco.

For more information please contact us.

T: 0115 967 7677 www.beestonnursery.co.uk Sun 31st August 11am-5pm Gedling Show 2014 Richard Herrod Playing Fields, Foxhill Road, Carlton NG4 1RL Central arena entertainment, BBM flypast, fun dog show, street entertainers, havea-go sporting sessions, grass karts, sideshows, childrens’ fun fair, craft and charity stalls and food court. A fantastic day out for all the family.

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Lots on Local... September

Thu 4th Sept 6pm Stagecoach Beeston Open Evening Alderman White School (Visitors Car Park Entrance), Beeston NG9 3DU Come and find out more about our drama, dance and singing lessons for children 4-18. For more info call 0115 8510352. www.stagecoach.co.uk/beeston

Sat 13th Sept 10.30am-12noon NCT Table Top Sale Ravenshead Village Hall, Vernon Crescent NG15 9BN Nearly new table top sale offering clothes, nursery equipment, toys and books.

Contact nctnottingham@yahoo.com for more details or to book a table.

Sun 7th Sept 12-5pm Rush4Health Ruddington Country Park, Mere Way, Loughborough Road NG11 6JS FREE outdoor sport and health festival.

Learn more about how to eat well, move more and live longer. From cycling to kiteflying and dancing to drumming. Get the lowdown on creating delicious healthy meals that won’t break the bank and learn more about the journey of your food from spade to fork. Please walk, cycle or use public transport to get to the event where possible. Parking is available in the Field of Hope, off Asher Lane at £2 per vehicle.

Wed 10th - Sun 28th Sept SHREK THE MUSICAL Theatre Royal, Theatre Sq NG1 5ND Based on the award-winning DreamWorks animation film, SHREK THE MUSICAL is this year’s must-see show for families with children aged 4 yrs+. Tickets £19-£45. www.trch.co.uk 0115 989 5555

Sun 7th Sept 10am-3pm Family Fun & Craft Fair Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Road, West Bridgford NG2 7HY FREE entry. Huge selection of arts, crafts, gifts plus family entertainment. www.craftfairsuk.co.uk Mon 8th-Fri 12th Sept 10-11.30am Cooking with Me Week Busy Bees Nottingham Daybrook Nursery, Sir John Robinson Way, Mansfield Road, Daybrook NG5 6BN For 3-5 yr olds. Come and visit our Pre School Room and join us for a FREE week of cooking activities including Monday Muffins, Wobbly Jelly Wednesday and Fruity Friday! For more information contact Anna Allen on 0115 9264111.

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Thu 25th Sept 9.30am-12noon Open Morning: Iona School 310 Sneinton Dale NG3 7DN Come along to our Open Morning to find out more about Steiner education in the heart of Nottingham.

Contact Dominique Allen, Admissions Manager, for further details on 0115 9415295. www.theionaschool.org.uk Sat 27th Sept 11am Children’s Bread Baking Green’s Windmill, Windmill Lane, Sneinton NG2 4QB Using our award winning flour, come along and have a go at baking some delicious bread! Ages 4+. £3 per child.

No need to book. www.greensmill.org.uk Sat 27th Sept 11am, 1.15pm & 3pm Beanbag Music Club: Graffiti Classics Royal Concert Hall Foyer, Nottingham NG1 5ND Magical musical adventures for under 6s and their families. Tickets £7 www.trch.co.uk 0115 989 5555

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Summer Fun at Erewash Museum...

Archaelogy Day: 19th July - 11am-3pm - All ages Carnival Week: 28th July-1st Aug - 11am-3pm - All ages Friday 1st - music and laughter with Steel Drum Workshops. Booking essential. For ages 5+ Sport Week: 4th-8th Aug - 11am-3pm - All ages

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Space Week: 11th-15th Aug - 11am-3pm - All ages Friday 15th - Sublime Science return with some fun experiments. Booking essential. For ages 5+ Wildlife Week: 18th-22nd Aug - 11am-3pm - All ages Friday 22nd - cute and creepy animals in our Wildlife Workshops. Booking essential. For ages 5+ Superhero Week: 26th-29th Aug - 11am-3pm - All ages

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Lots for You...

Aimee Sawyer shares the importance of supportive groups & classes

“If there is one thing I have learned since becoming a parent it is that you are not alone. However isolated, frustrated or overwhelmed you may feel at times, as a new mother, there is always someone who knows exactly what you are going through.

Becoming a parent for the first time can bring with it a loneliness that is sudden and often unexpected. I will never forget how I felt when my husband went back to work after our eldest was born. Visitors flock to see a family when a new born arrives. However, very quickly everything returns to normal....for everyone else.

You are left at home, with this little bundle that is completely and utterly dependent upon you. Nine months of being aware that a baby is on its way is nowhere near enough time to prepare yourself. No amount of time is.

During the last stages of my first pregnancy I went to a local antenatal class, just for mums. Who knew attending a meeting of very uncomfortable, big bellied women in a stuffy room during a highly unappreciated early summer heat wave would be one of the best things I ever did? Friendships were formed that day that are still going strong.

Cabin fever can set in pretty quickly in those early days of parenthood but getting out and about can be a daunting prospect. Pyjama days are essential. You have been up most of the night, you are a walking milk bar and you haven’t washed your hair for three days. ‘Friends’ re-runs, cups of tea (most likely drunk when cold) and some serious comfort eating are void of inducing any kind of guilt.

But, there is a whole new world waiting to be discovered when you do venture out with baby.

Whether it is at your local playgroups, baby and toddler classes, libraries, coffee shops, health centres, etc. there is a real sense of support and understanding. The saying ‘power in numbers’ very much applies to new mothers. Yes we will sit in this public place and talk about the details of giving birth, the joy of cracked nipples and the different stages of baby poo smells without any sense of embarrassment. These things are all consuming in those early stages and to be able to compare stories and chat about problems and solutions suddenly takes away that feeling of isolation as quickly as it appeared.

You may find that some groups don’t suit you and baby, but the amount and variety of groups and classes available throughout the county means we are spoilt for choice. Listings of your local baby and toddler friendly groups can be found here in Lots for Tots Nottingham.”

Aimee Sawyer lives in Nottingham with her two young boys. She is a writer and blogger, and a regular contributor to the Nottingham Post. Aimee’s blog is full of interesting articles about her personal experiences of parenthood and can be found at: wwweverythingsrosey.blogspot.co.uk

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We offer a friendly service and free registration.

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Contact me and we can meet over a coffee and cake!

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Handmade For Little Rascals

Beautiful handmade clothes Girls & Boys clothes made and knitted to order.

Perfect for newborn gift or a treat for your little rascal.

Stock available on our online store including our upcycled range. Visit Etsy.com - handmade4rascalsUK We are running sewing classes for all abilities on Friday mornings in Wollaton.

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Lots for Parties...

Party food ideas and the all important birthday cake...

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hen it comes to catering for your child’s birthday party it’s best to think ‘what did I like to eat at parties when I was young?’ The favourites that spring to mind are sausage rolls, cheese and pineapple on cocktail sticks stuck in an orange and jelly and ice-cream! The truth is that these stand the test of time, and along with a few extras such as sandwiches in their favourite shapes made by stamping shapes out of bread with cookie cutters, fruit kebabs with a melted chocolate dip, a few bowls of crisps and the ever important fairy cakes, you have an easy to prepare buffet that caters to every child and fulfils the ever important healthy mix criteria.

As an alternative for the summer, why not create your own fast food boxes by nestling hot dogs or beef burgers with some chips in a card party box, pop in a little toy to fit your theme and don’t forget the sachets of sauce! Whatever you decide to make make sure you have the right portion size to avoid waste or overeating (and added expense). Plus, whilst it’s a party and sweet treats are generally a given, too many and you will have hyperactive children which can lead to a stressful experience for the adults and in most cases tears for the children as well.

With parties one of the most important feature is the birthday cake. You could buy or make a plain sponge, ice it and decorate it very cheaply and it is a fun activity for the kids to do themselves and gives them a great sense of achievement (just like Lissie did...see photo below!). The internet is a great source of inspiration too, so whatever party food you are having keep it simple, keep it in budget and above all keep it fun!

Sticky Fingers provide children’s cookery parties across Nottinghamshire as well as personalised birthday cakes and adults cake decorating courses.

To find out more visit the website: www.stickyfingerseducateexploreenjoy.co.uk Sticky Fingers Educate. Explore. Enjoy.

Cookery experiences for children across Nottinghamshire!

For more information and to find out where your nearest class is: www.stickyfingerseducateexploreenjoy.co.uk info@stickyfingerseducateexploreenjoy.co.uk www.facebook.com/Stickyfingerseducateexploreenjoy 07817 583705

Testimonials

“Connie has decided to try lots of new things - you to thank!” Connie’s Mummy “I've had a lot of positive feedback from parents saying how much the kids enjoyed it and what a great idea for a party" Emma's Mummy

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Bouncy Castle and Sweet Cart now available for hire

Mobile Soft Play Hire Soft play fun for your little monkeys!

for 2 to 7 year olds Fun filled and inspirational parties to capture every child’s imagination!

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Soft play is ideal for young children and tots but play centres can be a bit too boisterous for them. Chuckle Chimps brings the party to you so you are totally in control! So give us a call to discuss your next event!

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Play Centre

Pirates and princesses from 0-10 years are welcome to come and have fun. We offer FREE entry for adults and under one’s. Book your party with us and take advantage of our all new three level climbing frame, giant wavy slides, sky glide, rollers, rope bridges etc. For the smaller ones we have a separate baby and toddler area. We offer a wide range of tasty food and drinks, fresh ground coffee and cakes, healthy options and vegetarian choices.

Open daily 9.30am-6pm Laser Tag Parties BOOK NOW!

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Lots for Bump and Baby...

Baby Massage Classes Mapperley, Ruddington & Ravenshead

An opportunity to bond and enjoy the first months with your new baby

Baby Casting Nottingham is a family run business based in Gedling. Working from their home studio they provide quality products at affordable prices. No age is too old or young!

To book call 0115 9561158 E: sharon.cooper83@ntlworld.com www.recooper8therapy.com

Baby Casting Nottingham offer a variety of frames to suit everyone’s tastes and home colour schemes. In addition to castings, they also produce a variety of keepsake boxes and other baby items and will do their best to make designs to your specific requests.

Visit them on Facebook for more details: www.facebook.com/BabyCastingNottingham

West Bridgford, Ruddington & Gamston Clairebr@tinytalk.co.uk Beeston & Nuthall Aliciae@tinytalk.co.uk Long Eaton & Chellaston Carolines@tinytalk.co.uk Mapperley, Sherwood & Woodthorpe Claireba@tinytalk.co.uk Bingham & Gedling Emmaw@tinytalk.co.uk Contact us now for your FREE TRIAL CLASS!

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Celebrate a new addition to your family A naming ceremony is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the birth of a child and offers an alternative to a religious service.

We will help you to create your own personalised ceremony and we can make suggestions about readings, music and parents’ promises if you wish.

If you would like to find out more visit

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Hollies Day Nurseries Forest School Bringing outdoor learning to life...

F

orest School is a nationally recognised innovative approach to education and Hollies Day Nurseries have been running their Forest School since 2011.

With two trained Leaders, one at each nursery, and many outdoor spaces around both nurseries including Bestwood Park and a fully secured site at Blackwoods, Hollies take full advantage of running weekly forest school sessions for their children.

What is ‘Forest School’?

Forest School is a learning ethos that has grown and developed over recent years. It embraces the outdoors as an inspirational learning environment focused on the child’s learning needs rather than specific outcomes. The children explore and experience the natural world on a regular, sustained basis and this is a unique way of building confidence and self esteem, learn new life skills and promotes independence to hands-on learning experiences.

At Hollies Day Nurseries Forest School sessions will: Provide opportunities for all children to access the natural world Plan for children’s individual development by understanding and supporting children’s unique and differing learning styles Encourage all children to reflect and review their learning Encourage and nurture children’s own curiosity Support children to investigate and explore their environment Allow children to consider and evaluate risks Value all children’s achievements and contributions Provide challenge and support a ‘can do attitude’ for all children Help children to become independent learners for life

The sessions are child-led by the areas of interest that are generated by the children themselves. This is achieved through observations and review which helps the Forest School Leader to prepare for the following sessions. The Forest School initiative excels in supporting the individual and the ethos acknowledges individual learning processes and supports children at their own pace. It encourages children to push their limits both physically and emotionally yet provides a safe and stimulating environment full of sensory diversity.

For more information please visit www.holliesdaynurseries.co.uk or call 0115 960 6388

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One month’s FREE childcare See our advert on the back cover of this magazine

Please mention Lots for Tots when contacting an advertiser Come and see our lovely new garden and veranda!

FREE places available for eligible 2 year olds and 3 & 4 year olds

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We are a small, friendly and professional nursery. Our well-trained staff give personal, individual care to all our babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers.

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Iona School Kindergarten is a warm homely environment for 3-6 year olds, providing physical and emotional security through the rhythms and routines of the day and through self-directed play.

Free play: True free play, inside and out, is self-initiated and leads to total engagement for prolonged periods.

Ring Time: songs, rhymes and social games inspired by nature. Children can express themselves through movement, finger games, stepping, jumping as well as music and drama.

Activity of the day: baking, painting, gardening, bread making, wax modelling, drawing and seasonal cooking.

Story time: children sit in a circle, a candle is lit and the mood is set for stories to be told.

For more information about Iona School Kindergarten, please contact Dominique Allen, Admissions Manager on 0115 9415295. www.theionaschool.org.uk

Educating the whole child Steiner Waldorf education in Nottingham for children aged 3-12

Open Days Thursday 3rd July & 25th September

Call to reserve your place 0115 9415295

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Please register to secure your place using the details below. We look forward to meeting you soon.

Admissions Manager: Mrs Patricia Robinson l 0115 849 4940 | elmsadmissions@trentcollege.net The Elms, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4AD | www.elmsschool.net

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Open Morning Saturday 4th October 9.30am - 12.30am

Our Head Master and prefects will welcome you to our school with a short presentation. We will then take you to explore our wonderful campus with current pupils and to join in with a wide range of fun classroom activities.

Other events coming up...

Creation Station Saturday 16th August, 10.30am - 12pm A fun and informal opportunity to visit The Elms for those with children aged 1-6 years. A chance to see our school and chat to staff about all an Elms education can offer, as your little ones get creative! Places are limited so please register your interest early.

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• Independent, small and friendly day nursery • Holiday Club • Before and After School Care • Extended opening hours Telephone: 0115 981 4195 www.tinytalkersdaynursery.co.uk email: manager@tinytalkersdaynursery.co.uk Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 7RN

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Basford Clifton

St Leo’s Parent & Toddler Sprigg’s Sproggs 9.30-11.30am Wed 9-11.15am Mon St Leos Church Hall Nottingham Rd Highbank Primary School Winscombe Mount Messy Play Session 10.30-11.30am Thu Bubbles Toddler Group Basford Library, Vernon Road 9.30-11.30am Fri Hope Church, Farnborough Road

Bestwood

Colwick

Tiny Tots 9-10.45am Tue Glade Hill Primary School Chippenham Road

Lenton

Bilborough

Tots and Toys 9.45-11.30am Thu Cornerstone Church, Castle Blvd

Water Babies Swimming 12noon-4pm Sat Beechdale Pool Beechdale Road

Crazy Tuesdays @ Mousetrap 10am-2pm Tue £2 per child for 2 hours play Mousetrap Soft Play, Main Street www.mousetrapsoftplay.co.uk Parent & Toddler 1.30-3pm Thu Bulwell United Reform Church Broomhill Road, Highbury Vale

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Rub a Dub Baby Massage 10.30-11.30am Tue Razzle Dazzle Pots, Woodborough Road St Andrew’s Parent & Toddler 1-3pm Tue St Andrew’s Church Hall, Chestnut Grove Bumps, Babies & Toddlers 2-4pm Thu Mapperley Methodist Church Woodborough Road

Tiny Tots 9.15-11.15am Tue (0 - 3 years) Colwick Community Ctr, Vale Road Westdale Lane Toddler 9-11.30am Fri Community Centre, Westdale Lane Bumps & Tweenies

Rainbow Stripes 2-3pm Tue Leen Valley Community Centre FREE 1.30-3.30pm Wed (all year) St John’s Church, Vale Road Stay & Play 1-3pm Wed Glade Hill Primary School Chippenham Road Baby Cafe (under 1’s) 10am-12pm Mon Thomas Helwys Baptist Church Church Street Little Fishes Baby & Toddler 10am-12noon Thu Glaisdale Gospel Hall, Glaisdale Dr Baby & Toddler 10-11.30am Tue Thomas Helwys Baptist Church Church Street Twinkle Stars 10-11.30am Fri Musical Moments 9.30-11 Wed Sheila Russell Community Centre Edna G Olds Primary, Church Street St Martin’s Road

Bulwell

Nottingham

Simply Dance Sat 9.30-10am Baby Street (2-4 yrs) 10-10.30am Baby Ballet (3-5 yrs) Mapperley Methodist Church, Woodborough Road

Nottingham City

Water Babies Swimming Mon & Wed - Hilton Hotel, Milton St Mon, Thu & Sat - Victoria Leisure Centre, Gedling St Coffee Morning & FREE Taster Sessions 9.30-11.30am Tue Kiddicare, Castle Marina Retail Pk Puddle Ducks Swimming Tue, Thu & Fri Park Inn, Mansfield Road

Bumps to Babies 2-3.30pm Thu Talking Tots Tue Trent Vineyard Church, Lenton Lane 2pm 1-3 year olds 3pm 3-5 year olds Kiddicare, Castle Marina

Mapperley

TinyTalk Baby Signing 10am & 11.30am Mon St Jude’s Ch, Woodborough Road

Open House Nottingham 1.15-3pm Thu Hyson Green Children’s Centre

Bump to Baby 10am-12noon Mon Bread & Bitter, Woodthorpe Drive

Nottingham Mama Sling Walks 12noon-2pm Wed (fortnightly) Various locations

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Win a term of free classes!

The Talking Tots programme was written by paediatric Speech and Language therapists and Early Years Specialists. It uses a combination of interactive games, rhymes, stories, songs and activities to gently encourage the development of speech and language, communication and social skills.

Classes last 45 minutes and are suitable for ages 1-3 and 3-5 year olds. There are 14 sessions each term and ticket packs can be purchased in quantities of 3 upwards (the more tickets purchased the cheaper the session cost). Tickets are valid for any session in a term at the specified location. Younger siblings attend free of charge and do not require a ticket.

To win a term of Talking Tots classes (14 tickets) answer this question: In which month are Talking Tots running free taster sessions this summer? To enter send your answer to: Talking Tots Nottingham, 1b Gertrude Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham NG2 5BZ or via email to becky@talkingtots.info. Closing date: 31/08/14. The winner will be notified by 10/09/14. The prize is a free term of sessions (14 tickets) to be used in 2014. Good luck!

Private sessions also available for Nurseries and Pre Schools. Email becky@talkingtots.info or call 01157 722 082 for further details.

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Nottingham City

Nottingham Sling Meet 10am-12noon 2nd Thu of month The Corner, Stoney Street

Most classes are Term-Time only

Fathers/Male Carers & Children 1.30-4pm Wed Sherwood Children’s Centre

Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Road

Tickle & Rhyme Baby Massage 10-11am Thu Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive

Wollaton Twins and Multiple Births Group 10am-12noon 2nd & 4th Mon of month All year excluding Bank Holidays St Leonard’s Community Centre

NEW Forest Kids Nottingham 10am-12noon Thu FREE Woodthorpe Grange Park, Mansfield Road (meet at gates)

Little Wickets Cricket Fun 10am Thu (2.5-4 years) Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Road

The Creation Station Fri Busy Feet 11.45am-12.30pm Baby Discovery 1-2pm Thu (20 months+) 1-1.45pm Little Explorers United Reform Church, Edward Ln Kiddicare, Castle Marina TinyTalk Baby Signing Mums & Tots 10am-11.30am Fri 1.45-2.45pm Thu Pirates Play Centre, Rowley Drive Grace Church, Castle Boulevard

Jo Jingles Fri 9.30am 3-5 yrs (fun music theory) 10.30am 2 years+ 11.30am Walking-2 years 1pm 3-5 years (fun music theory) 2pm 3 months-Walking Wollaton Park Community Centre

Talking Tots Thu 10.15am 1-3 year olds 11.15am 3-5 year olds Kiddicare, Castle Marina Puddle Ducks Aqua Natal 8.15pm Thu Park Inn, Mansfield Road

Talking Tots Sat 1-2.30pm 1-3 year olds 2.30-4pm 3-5 year olds Kiddicare, Castle Marina FREE course for parents aged under 25 (subject to funding confirmation). This course will also include extra activities to help parents understand how to encourage their child’s speech and language development.

Email becky@talkingtots.info to register your interest in a place

Sherwood

Baby Sensory 10.15 & 11.15am Tue Pirates Play Centre, Rowley Drive

Sticky Fingers Cookery Classes 9.45am & 10.45 am Fri Pirates Play Centre, Rowley Drive

Sneinton

Iona School Parent & Toddler German Speaking Parent & Toddler 9.30-11.30am Tue 3-5pm 1st & 3rd Fri of month Iona School, Sneinton Dale St Leonard’s Community Centre Edge City Tots 10.30-12.30 Wed The Edge, Outreach Ch, Curzon St Helen O’Grady Drama 5-6pm Fri St Leonard’s Community Centre Magical Musical Tots 3.30pm Sun St Leonard’s Dads & Kids 110 Sneinton Boulevard Club (0-11 years) Booking essential 10am-12noon 3rd Sat of month St Leonard’s Community Centre

Wollaton

Jo Jingles Mon TinyTalk Baby Signing 9.30am 2 years+ 11.45am-12.45pm Tue 10.30am Walking - 2 years Sherwood Meth Church, Devon Dr 11.30am 3 months - walking FREE trial class Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Road Mother & Baby 10am-12noon Wed (0 - 6 months) Harrow Road Toddler Sherwood Health Centre 9.45-11.15am Mon

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Adult Sewing Classes by Handmade for Little Rascals 9.30-11.30am Fri St Leonard’s Community Centre

While every effort is made to ensure details are correct at the time of going to print, times and dates are subject to change.

Please check before you set off.

Where possible, contact details are available on our website: www.lotsfortots.co.uk/nottingham

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SWIMMING LESSONS Beginners, Improvers , Advanced + Baby & Pre-School Techniques for Triathlon & Private Tuition Available

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Beeston Little Acorns 9.15-11am Mon Wollaton Road Methodist Church

Early Years Music Group Fri (6 months-3 years) Assumption Community Centre Booking essential T:0115 922 1318

Under Fives 9.45-11.45am Mon Beeston Free Church, Salthouse Ln TinyTalk Baby Signing 10am & 11.15am Fri Beeston Mums Choir Queens Road Methodist Church 10.11.30am Mon FREE trial class Assumption Church Hall, Foster Av Stagecoach Beeston Baby Sensory Singing, dancing & acting classes 10.15 & 11.30am Mon for 4-18 year olds. Saturdays Chilwell Road Methodist Church during term-times (various times) at Alderman White School.

Early Years Music Group For more info or to enrol call: Tue (6 months-3 years) 0115 8510352 Queen’s Rd Methodist Church www.stagecoach.co.uk/beeston Booking essential T:0115 922 1318

Bramcote

Jo Jingles Wed 9.45am 2 years+ 10.45am Walking - 2years 11.45am 3 months - walking Denz Play Centre, Queens Road

Swimming - Aqua Babies, Pre-School & Junior Lessons Various days.& times Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd

NCT Beeston Bumps & Babies 9.30-11.30am Wed Chilwell Road Methodist Church Speech, Sign & Song Club Wed (2-5 years) Beeston Library, Foster Avenue Booking essential T:0115 922 1318

Baby Bundle Dance Classes 10-11am & 11am-12noon Tue (birth–walking) Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd T: 07557 901 909 E: info@affinitydanceschool.co.uk

Dagfa Nursery Stay & Play 10-11.30am Wed Dagfa School, Broadgate

Twirly Tots Dance Classes 12.30-1pm Tue (walking-2 years) Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd T: 07557 901 909 E: info@affinitydanceschool.co.uk

NEW Open House Beeston 9.30-11.30am Thu (starting 3rd July) Beeston Central Children’s Centre, Trevor Road

Pebbles Plus (Emmanuel Church) 10-11.30am Wed (Under 5’s) Scout Hut, Hanley Av

The Creation Station Little Explorer 10-10.45am Fri Denz Play Centre, Queens Road Discounted soft play included

St Michael’s Parent & Toddler 9.45-11.30am Thu St Michaels & All Angels Church Hall, Church Street

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Broxtowe Mini Movers Dance Classes 4-4.30pm Thu 9-9.30am & 11.30am-12noon Sat (2-4 years) Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd T: 07557 901 909 E: info@affinitydanceschool.co.uk Affinity Dance School Classes for Under 5’s 4.30-5.30pm Thu 9.30-11am Sat Ballet, Disco, Musical Theatre & Tap Bramcote Leisure Centre, Derby Rd T: 07557 901 909 E: info@affinitydanceschool.co.uk Dads and Kids 10am-12noon 2nd Saturday of month St Michael’s Church Hall, Church St

Chilwell

Barney’s Parent & Toddler 9.30-11.15am Mon & Fri St Barnabus’ Church, Inham Road Sticky Fingers Cookery Classes 10-11am Mon (under 5’s) Chilwell Memorial Hall Water Babies Swimming 9.00-10.30am Fri De Vere Village Hotel Play & Praise 1.30-3pm Fri Toton Meth Church, Stapleford Ln

Giltbrook Jo Jingles Thu 9.45am Over 2 years 10.45am Under 2 years Escape Play Centre, Ikea Retail Park (Call direct - 0115 9386206)

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Singing, dancing and acting classes for 4-18 year olds, 36 Saturdays per year!

Due to popular demand: BRAND NEW EARLY STAGES CLASS LAUNCHING SEPTEMBER 2014 for 4-6 year olds (11:15-12:45)

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Greasley

Most classes are Term-Time only

Kimberley Parent & Toddler 9.30-11am Thu Parish Hall, Newdigate

Greasley Toddlers 9.30-11.30am Mon St Mary’s Church Hall

Stapleford

Toddler Time 9.15-11.15am Fri Stapleford Baptist Ch, Albert Street

Multi Sports Activities Sat 8.45-9.30am 3-4 years Sun 9.00-9.45am 5-6 years & Saturdads 9.45-10.30am 3-4 years 9.30-11am 4th Sat of month Pre-school Gymnastics (3-4yrs) Kimberley Leisure Ctr,Newdigate St St Helen’s Church Hall 1.30-2.15pm & 2.15-3pm Mon Kimberley Leisure Ctr,Newdigate St

Kimberley

Nuthall

Softball Soccer Nuthall Babies & Toddlers 4-4.45pm Tue (4-5 years) Kimberley Leisure Ctr,Newdigate St 10-11.30am Tue Oldmoor Lodge, Creative Dance Mornington Crescent Wed 4-5pm (3-4 years) Kimberley Leisure Ctr,Newdigate St TinyTalk Baby Signing 10.15am Thu Helen O’Grady Drama St Patrick’s Church Hall, 4-5pm Wed Kimberley Road Kimberley Primary School FREE trial class

Trowell

The Creation Station Baby Discovery (4-13mths) 11.15am-12noon Tue Trowell Garden Centre The Creation Station Little Explorer (14mths-5 yrs) 10-10.45am Tue & Thu Trowell Garden Centre Buy one get one free on your first class!

First lesson free

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Does your child know the magic of music?

For more information contact Reception or visit the website

rs) Football (4 – 5 yea rs+) Cheerleading (5 yea ) rs+ yea (5 nce Street Da – 4 years) Creative Dance (3 rs) yea 6 – (3 s ort Sp Multi rs+) Trampoline (5 yea astics (3 years+) Pre-School Gymn

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and above • From 6 weeks d abilities • All ages an Lessons • One-to-one

Little Explorers and Baby Discovery Award winning arts and crafts creative fun from 4 months - 5 yrs old Helps to develop concentration & hand-eye co-ordination No stress or mess for you!

Educational & fun

To join our lessons please contact Reception

Come along and join in the fun......

Classes available at Denz in Beeston, Kiddicare Castle Marina and Trowell Garden Centre Contact Rachel rachelsimpson@thecreationstation.co.uk NEW classes starting in September!

Bridgford (East) Garden Centre and The Goose at Gamston Contact Andrea andrealewis@thecreationstation.co.uk

0115 917 3000

0115 917 3366

www.broxtowe.gov.uk/swimschool Rachel 0844 874 7489 Andrea 01949 279269

Music for young children in Beeston Fun and learning for babies and toddlers age 6 months to 3 years Tuesdays & Fridays in Beeston

www.eymg.co.uk Individual sessions at and around the piano for young children 3 to 7 years

Music groups for the under 5s

All Live instruments, original & traditional songs, world music, themed sessions, puppets, disco!

Rockabillies Choir Rock, pop, funk, disco!

email@rockabillies.co.uk www.rockabillies.co.uk 0774 701 3597 Westend Mills, Leopold Street, Long Eaton NG10 4QD Contact Rockabillies about parties, nursery sessions, one off workshops

Baby Development Classes

www.wendysplayfulpiano.co.uk

Award winning Baby Development classes for babies from birth to 13 months

The Speech, Sign and Song Club A small friendly music group for pre-school children 2 to 5 years, who need extra help with social & communication skills (Symbols above reproduced with permission from The Makaton Charity www.makaton.org.)

www.speechsignsong.co.uk

Contact Wendy 0115 922 1318 wendy@eymg.co.uk

Classes Running Weekly in Light shows Songs & rhymes

Puppet shows Bonding & Massage Ideas to try at home

Beeston, Sherwood, Ruddington, West Bridgford & Carlton To find out more details about classes or to book your FREE trial please take a look at our website www.babysensory.com

Contact: NICOLA COCKAYNE Tel: 07779 256090 E-mail: nottingham@babysensory.co.uk

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Bingham

Young Explorers 10-11am Thu Cotgrave Church of England Sch

TinyTalk Baby Signing 10-11am Mon (0-2 years) Church House, East Street FREE trial class

Cotgrave Parent & Toddler 1.30-3pm Fri (0-2 yrs) Serendipity’s Day Nursery, Cotgrave Futures, Candleby Lane

Jo Jingles Tue 9.30am & 10.30am (2 years+) 11.30am (3 months-2 years) Church House, East Street

East Bridgford

The Creation Station Tue 9.40-10.30am & 12.40-1.30pm Little Explorers (14 mths-5 yrs) 11-11.45am & 2-2.45pm - Baby Discovery (4-13 mths) Bridgford Garden Centre, Fosse Way

Stay & Play 10-11.30am Tue Rugby Club, Brendon Grove Bumps & Babies 10.30am-12noon Wed Bingham Children’s Centre

Edwalton

Bingham Baby & Toddler 10am-12noon Thu & Fri Church House, East Street

Toddles 10-11.30am Thu West Bridgford Pentacostal Church, Wellin Lane

Gamston

Young Explorers 2-3pm Thu Rugby Club, Brendon Grove

Tumble Tots Mon - various times (6 months - 7 years) Gamston Community Centre, Ambleside

Little Wickets Cricket Fun 9am Sat (2.5-4 years) Bingham Leisure Centre

Cotgrave

Bumps & Babies 10-11.30am Mon Cotgrave Church of England Sch Cotgrave Parent & Toddler 1.30-3pm Mon (2-4 yrs) Serendipity’s Day Nursery, Cotgrave Futures, Candleby Lane Crawlers & Walkers 9.45-11.15am Tue Cotgrave Kids Club Sticky Fingers Cookery Classes 2-3pm Tue (under 5’s) Serendipity’s Day Nursery, Cotgrave Futures, Candleby Lane

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The Creation Station Mon 9.40-10.30am & 11-11.45am Little Explorers (14 mths-5 yrs) 12.30-1.15pm & 1.45-2.30pm Baby Discovery (4-13 mths) The Goose at Gamston TinyTalk Baby Signing 9.45-10.45am & 11am-12noon Tue (0 - 18 months) Old Village Hall, Old Tollerton Rd FREE trial class Talking Tots 3pm Tue Gamston Village Hall Jo Jingles Fri 9.30am Walking-2 years

Rushcliffe 10.30am 2 years+ 11.30am 3 months-walking Gamston Community Centre, Ambleside

Gotham

Mini Music Makers 10-11.45am Mon (0-5 years) Gotham Memorial Hall

Keyworth

Keyworth Baby & Toddler 10-11.30am Mon Parochial Hall, Selby Lane Puddle Ducks Swimming Tue/Wed/Thu/Sat Key VI Fitness Club, Bunny Lane

Radcliffe on Trent

Simply Dance Mon 1.30-2pm Baby Ballet (2-5 yrs) 2-2.30pm PreSchool Ballet (4-5 yrs) 4-4.45pm Primary Ballet (4-6 yrs) Radcliffe Meth Church, Shelford Rd Little Fishes 9.30-11.30am Wed Wellspring Ch, Westminster Drive Parent & Toddler 9.15-11am Wed Radcliffe Meth Church, Shelford Rd Simply Dance Wed 4.30-5pm Baby Ballet (2-5 yrs) 5-5.30pm Primary Ballet (4-6 yrs) Radcliffe Meth Church, Shelford Rd Tumble Tots Thu - various times (6 months - 7 years) The Grange Sticky Fingers Cookery Thu 10-11am (under 5’s) The Grange Simply Dance Thu 5-5.30pm Baby Street (3-5 yrs) Radcliffe Meth Church, Shelford Rd

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Radcliffe on Trent

Jo Jingles Mon 9.30am & 10.30am 2 years+ Parent & Toddler 9.30-11am Fri 11.30am Walking-2 years St Mary’s Church Hall, Vicarage Ln 1pm 3-5yrs with fun music theory 2pm 3 months-walking Sticky Fingers Cookery Fri Sports Pavilion, West Park 4-5pm (under 8’s) The Grange East Midlands Swimming Academy Mon, Wed, Fri - various times Lessons from 6 weeks - adults West Bridgford School, Loughborough Road

Puddle Ducks Sat & Sun South Notts Academy School Campus, Glebe Lane

Simply Dance Sat 2-2.30pm Little Street (3-6 yrs) 2.30-3pm Baby Ballet (2-5 yrs) Radcliffe Meth Church, Shelford Rd Little Wickets Cricket Fun (2.5-4 years) 1.00pm, 1.45pm & 2.30pm Mon West Park, Loughborough Road Pebbles Toddler Group NCT Bumps, Babies & 1.15-2.45pm Mon (2-4 years) Toddlers St Peter’s Church, Wilford Road 3-4.30pm Mon (Bump-2 years) West Bridgford Methodist Church, Baby Sensory 2pm Tue Patrick Road St Peter’s Rooms, Church Street

Ruddington

Nappuccino 10am-12noon Tue The Hub, Musters Road Rub a Dub Baby Massage 10.30-11.30am Wed The Hermitage Centre, Wilford Ln Sticky Fingers Cookery 1.30-2.30pm Wed (under 5’s) The Hermitage Centre, Wilford Ln TinyTalk Baby Signing Thu 10-11am (18 months-3 years) 11.30-12.30pm (0-18 months) Village Hall, Wilford Road FREE trial class Talking Tots 3pm & 4pm Fri St Peter’s Rooms, Church Street

West Bridgford

Lady Bay Parent & Toddler 9.45-11.45am Mon & Fri All Hallows Church Hall

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Parent & Toddler Crafts 9-10.30am Tue & Thu Pierrepont Gamston School, Coledale West Bridgford Methodist Church Parent & Toddler 9.30-11.30am & 1.30-3pm Wed Methodist Church, Patrick Road Baby Sensory 12.30, 1.45 & 3pm Wed Poppy & Pint, Pierrepont Road West Bridgford Baptist Church Parent & Toddler 10-11.30am Wed Baptist Church Hall, Melton Road St Giles Tiddlers 10-11.30am Thu St. Giles Church Hall, Stratford Rd Holy Spirit Toddler Group 10-11.30am Thu

Corner of Melton Road & Victoria Road TinyTalk Baby Signing Fri 10-11am (0-18 months) 11.30-12.30pm (18 months-3 years) Holy Spirit Church, Victoria Road FREE trial class Tumble Tots Fri - various times (6 months - 7 years) Sir Julien Cahn Pavilion, West Park Little Wickets Cricket Fun 10.45am Fri (2.5-4 years) Roko Health Club, Wilford Lane Talking Tots Fri 10.45am (1-3 yrs) 11.45am (3-5 yrs) Paxdien Guide Hall, Rectory Road West Bridgford Twins & Multiple Births Group 10am-12noon 1st & 3rd Fri of month West Bridgford Baptist Church, Melton Road Little Wickets Cricket Fun 1.45pm Fri (2.5-4 years) West Bridgford Baptist Church, Melton Road Little Wickets Cricket Fun (2.5-4 years) 9am, 10am & 11am Sat Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, Boundary Road Helen O’Grady Drama 10am-12noon Sat Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, Boundary Road Water Babies Swimming 1-3pm Sun West Bridgford School, Loughborough Road

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Arnold Arnold Methodist Playgroup 9.45-11.45am Tue & Fri Arnold Methodist Church, Front St

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Central Stay & Play 12.30-2pm Fri (all year) Carlton Sure Start Centre, Church View, Main Road Booking essential

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Toddler Church 2pm Tue St Mary’s Church, Church Lane

Little Treasures Playgroup 9.30-11.30am Tue (all year) Stanhope Children’s Centre, Keyworth Road

Tim’s Tinies 9.30-11am Wed St Timothy’s Church & Community Centre, Swinburne Way, Daybrook All Hallows Parent & Toddler 9.30-11am Tue Memorial Hall, Main Road

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St Helen’s Baby & Toddler 9.30-11am Mon & Thu St Helen’s Old Church Hall, Main Street

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Sat Tots 9.30-11am Sat (all year) Baptist Church Hall, The Nook

Carlton Toy Library 9.30-11.30am Mon Pentacostal Church, Station Road Toddler Time 9.30-11.30 Tue Pentacostal Church, Station Road Helen O’Grady Drama 5.30-6.30pm Tue Richard Herrod Leisure Centre, Foxhill Road Chatterbox Toddlers 9am-12noon Thu Carlton Community Church Baby Sensory 10.30am & 11.45am Thu Carlton Pentecostal Church, Station Road

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Helen O’Grady Drama 5-6pm Thu Hucknall Community Centre (John Godber Centre), Ogle Street

Netherfield Infant School, Chandos Street Netherfield Parent & Toddler 9.15-11.15am Wed & Thu Bethesda Ministeries Church Hall Carol Saunders Swim School & Tiddlers Academy Sat 2pm - 0-18mths parent & child 2.30pm - 18-36mths parent & child 3pm - Beginners 3.30pm - Improvers DW Fitness, Victoria Park

Ravenshead Jo Jingles Thu 9.30am 2 years + 10.30am Walking-2 years 11.30am 3 months-walking Village Hall, Vernon Crescent Rub a Dub Baby Massage 10.30-11.30am Thu Ravenshead Leisure Centre, Longdale Lane

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TinyTalk Baby Signing 9.30-10.30am Tue The Nottingham Craft Centre, NCT Hucknall Bumps & Babies Somersby Road FREE trial class 10am-12noon Fri Watnall Road Community Centre 18 Month Club 1-2.30pm Wed Friday Tots 9-11am Fri (0-4 yrs) (18 months-3 years) St Peters & St Pauls Church Hall, Good Shepherd Preschool, Ruffs Drive Scout Hut, Weaverthorpe Road

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Explore a Story 10-11am Thu (2 years +) St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens Little Lambs Mother & Baby Group 2-4pm Fri Good Shepherd Parish Centre, Thackerays Lane

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