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40 things to do in Northamptonshire before your child starts school Part 2: Summer

Summer Safety Tips

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Summer 2018 Contents

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warm, sunny welcome to the Summer issue. With any luck the beautiful weather we’ve had in May will continue throughout the summer so we can enjoy the many events and activities that are planned. This issue has to be the fullest events calendar we’ve ever had! We have had to devote 13 pages to the calendar to fit everything in.

There really is so much to do with little ones this summer.

We welcome the Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve (part of the Wildlife Trust) to the magazine for the first time. They run sessions specifically for under 5s in term time and have a weekly programme of activities for children of all ages this summer holiday. Wicksteed Park have also introduced sessions just for preschoolers. It’s all in the events calendar so be sure to take a look on pages 10 to 24.

On pages 38 to 39 we’ve got another superb article from a local Health Visitor, this time about your child’s development in those early years and how you can help. We’ve also got an article from Daisy First Aid on tips to keep your little ones safe this summer - see page 33.

We’ve updated the Weekly Activities Timetable, starting on page 47, as best we can but we do rely on organisers letting us know when details change so it’s always advisable to check with a group that the details are correct before turning up - especially in the summer when many groups stop for the school summer holidays.

A very happy Fathers Day to all Dads on the 17th June.

Until the autumn.....

Vanessa

Our gorgeous front cover photograph was taken by Francesca Angel Photography. See their advert on page 5.

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4 Tots News 8 40 things to do in Northamptonshire before your child starts school 10 Summer Events Calendar 25 Clubs and Classes 26 Stagecoach Performing Arts 33 Summer Safety Tips 34 Tips for Choosing your Child’s School Shoes 35 Pregnancy, Birth & Babies 36 Birth Announcements 38 Your Developing Child 40 Party Services 41 Business Opportunities & Services 42 Time for Mum 42 The Benefits of Pilates 43 Childcare Directory 47 Weekly Activities Timetable 53 Competitions Page 54 Special Offers 55 Index of Advertisers

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orby’s premier indoor adventure play area, Cheeky Monkees, are once again selling their MamaBabyBliss C summer passes offering parents unlimited play

amaBabyBliss is a social venture that is on a mission to help prevent postnatal depression.

They offer a range of services from Pregnancy to 3 years including: Pregnancy bliss stretch and relax, postnatal yoga, baby massage and baby and toddler yoga.

They also offer two workshops, one for Dads to get together with the little ones and meet other Dads and a birth preparation workshop for couples or birthing partners.

The classes provide a safe haven for anyone that joins where discussions can help reassure, release feelings and have acceptance without judgement.

It’s a great way to network with other Mums and to also allow some time for yourself.

See the MamaBabyBliss advert on page 37 for more information or visit Jessica Drain’s page on:

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ooking is now open for the Autumn Term of Bubbles Babies, starting on the 8th September.

Places fill up quickly so early booking is advised.

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Looking after Grandchildren?

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f you look after your grandchildren, under 12, did you know you could qualify for National Insurance credits that could boost your state pension in retirement?

To find out more visit the government website: www.gov.uk/government/news/looking-after-thegrandchildren-make-sure-it-counts-towards-yourstate-pension.

It’s estimated that thousands of grandparents looking after grandchildren, especially in the summer holidays, could be missing out on this pension boost simply because they don’t know about it!

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for their children in the school summer holidays.

A summer pass is priced at just £25 for your first child and £10 each for siblings. Passes available to purchase from reception.

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Happy 10th Birthday

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he fun music and movement classes for 0 to 5 year olds are celebrating their 10th Birthday this September! Naomi Cooper launched the classes back in 2008 when her twin girls were small. Naomi intended running the classes just until her daughters started primary school but, due to the success of the classes, Naomi is still running them 10 years on and now employs a lovely helper who runs some of the sessions.

For session dates, times and locations see the Weekly Activities Timetable, starting on page 47, or contact Naomi on:

musicmakersnorthants@gmail.com

Parenting Quote: “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realise they were the big things” Robert Brault

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Positive Birth Movement Flashing Blue Lights for Free Sessions at Rushden Lakes

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abby Matthews, local Birth and Postnatal Doula, is holding monthly sessions on the last Tuesday of every month at Café Nero in House of Fraser at Rushden Lakes.

The sessions are free to attend and are open to all: expectant mothers, new mothers, mothers of young babies, relatives, health care professionals and anyone involved in the Birth and Beyond world.

The sessions will run from 9.30am to 11.30am and people are free to drop by anytime in that period. There will be a different topic each month - see the Events Calendar, starting on page 10, for exact dates and topics.

Free pastries provided courtesy of Café Nero!

Email: gabbym.doula@gmail.com

The Otters Holiday Club

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pen to children aged 5 (born on or before 1st September 2012) to 11 years old, the Otters Holiday Club at Stanwick Lakes offers fun adventure activities in the school holidays, whether you’re looking for childcare whilst you’re at work or just a fun day out in the fresh air for your child.

Activities include: Pond dipping & mini beast hunts, adventure trail challenges, craft activities, scavenger hunts, sand castle competitions, den building as well as supervised play in the large adventure playground.

Running Monday to Friday throughout the school holidays, 23rd July to 31st August, the club offers 3 day lengths to choose from: Short day – 9am to 3pm, £22 Core day – 8.50am to 5.10pm, £25 Full day – 8.30am to 5.45pm, £28 With only 24 places available a day, the club can get booked up quickly so book your place today.

www.stanwicklakes.org.uk

Wistow Maze

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o mark the 70th anniversary of the NHS, the award-winning Wistow Maze has been designed in the shape of an Ambulance.

“This year we wanted to show our appreciation of the many heroes in the health and emergency services”, says Diana Brooks, owner of Wistow Maze.

The giant 8 acre maize maze has a fun Quiz Trail hidden amongst its 3 miles of pathways, with high level bridges and towers giving stunning panoramic views.

Visitors will have to find 12 quiz boards which will test their ‘First Aid’ skills and how to treat a casualty!

Visitors can also take part in a variety of mini mazes and games in the Activity Funyard, which includes a space-hopper track, hoopla, beanbag throwing, sandpit and a football shooting game.

Across the road is the Wistow Rural Centre with its cafe, garden centre, art gallery, model village and numerous shops, making it a great day out for all ages.

Wistow Maze is a winner of Leicestershire’s “Best Visitor Attraction” and attracts over 20,000 visitors each year.

Opens: Fri 20th July - Sun 2nd Sept (daily), then weekends only until Sun 23rd Sept. 10am – 6pm Free Parking.

Admission charges: Child £5.95 Adult £6.95 Family Ticket (2+2) £24

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40 Things to do in Northamptonshire... ...before your child starts school Following on from our “10 things to do in Spring” that we brought you last issue, this issue we bring you...

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Go on a picnic

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On a sunny day pack up your favourite snacks and drinks and head off to a park. Don’t forget to take a picnic blanket and wipes. The Country Parks have lots of beautiful picnic areas or you could just visit your local play park. Why not take a ball and other games to play with after the picnic.

Enjoy a full day of play getting wet and grubby at Stanwick Lakes!

Pack a towel, wipes and change of clothes and head off to Stanwick Lakes on a hot day for a full day’s play on their extensive playground. With sand pits and water features to play in, as well as climbing frames, tunnels and slides there’s hours of fun to be had with your child. We recommend going in school term time as it can get very busy in school holidays.

The Nene Wetlands Nature Reserve have just launched their Explorer Backpacks which can be hired from their visitor centre. Each backpack contains everything that you need to explore that nature reserve, including: bug pots, binoculars and ID charts. Ideal for budding young naturalists.

(And with the visitor centre located at Rushden Lakes you can combine your visit with some shopping too!)

Ride the Wicksteed Park Express

For many children this is often their first ride on a train! The Wicksteed Park railway track runs around the lower section of the park taking in the beautiful countryside and lake.

There are many other rides for toddlers to enjoy at the park too including the carousel, roundabout, mini jets and clown coaster.

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Go camping for a night

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No childhood is complete without at least 1 camping trip.

And better to go when your children are young when they’re almost certainly going to love it! (Less so when they’re teenagers). You don’t have to travel far as there are many camp-sites on our doorstep where you can always pop home if you’ve forgotten something or if the weather takes a turn for the worst. Wicksteed Park is a great first camping trip. Borrow a tent and equipment from a friend if you don’t have the items you need.

Many of the country parks, such as Brixworth and Irchester, have den building areas in their woods. This is a great activity to enjoy with your child who will then love playing in the den afterwards while you relax!

Go on a family cycle ride

Pitsford Reservoir, Fineshade Woods and Stanwick Lakes are 3 great locations to enjoy a family cycle ride - all relatively flat and safe away from traffic. Bicycles are available to hire at all locations (from Brixworth Country Park in the case of Pitsford Reservoir) and your tot can ride in a child seat on your bike, in a trailer or on a tag-along bike if they can’t ride their own bike yet.

We live a long way from the beach here in Northamptonshire but there are sand pits about for your little ones to have a play in and build sandcastles. Wicksteed Park, Stanwick Lakes and Barnwell and Sywell Country Parks to name a few places. Kettering and Wellingborough town centre often have sand pits in situ in the summer holidays too.

Play in the splash park at Wellingborough’s Embankment On a hot day pack your child’s bathing suit and towel and head to the splash park at Wellingborough’s Embankment. With a water play area, picnic tables, a shelter and regular food and ice cream vans it has everything you need for a fun-filled day in the sun - and it’s completely free! There is also free car parking, toilets and baby changing facilities. Unfortunately it is not open midweek in school term time, only weekends and school holidays, so you will have to share with older children too.

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Attend the Fairies and Elves weekend at West Lodge Farm

Every young child enjoys dressing up and visits to the farm so combine the two and attend the Fairies and Elves Weekend at West Lodge Farm! This year on the 23rd & 24th June. Children can follow the Fairy trail around the farm, make a magic wand, take part in the fancy dress competition and get their face painted. Plus all the usual fun of the farm.

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“Minibeasts” at the Little Bugs’ Club at Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Let your little ones learn about mini beasts through play, stories, crafts and outdoor exploration.

10-11.30am. Suitable for 3-5 years olds. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing. £3 per child. Must book.

Facebook: nenewetlandsvisitorcentre

Northern Ballet’s The Ugly Duckling at The Core Theatre Ugly Duckling is lonely and fed-up, ignored by those around her who think she is too ugly to fit in. She tries to make friends with fellow ducklings as well as with frogs, cats and even a fox, but realising she is not like any of these animals, she is left sad and alone. Follow the duckling on her journey as she overcomes her troubles and realises that she was beautiful all along.

Retelling the famous Hans Christian Andersen fairytale, Ugly Duckling is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre for the first time.

This child-friendly performance lasts approximately 40 minutes.

For times and to book visit: www.thecorecorby.com

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Wicksteed at War at Wicksteed Park

The Midlands premier military history show for the whole family.

The show features an action packed arena, hundreds of reenactors and vehicles on the show grounds as well as aircraft flyovers. www.wicksteedpark.org

Family Fun with Peter Rabbit at Nene Valley Railway Rascal Peter Rabbit is at Nene Valley Railway on the 9th June.

Ride a Steam Train and meet him at intervals throughout the day. Plus enjoy: kids tombola, lucky dip, pick a straw and toy stall, bouncy castle, Brio train tracks, water tattoos, Connect 4, Giant Jenga, Duplo Lego, Wire Game and Pick a Key. Lots of fun for all the family. Don’t forget to bring your camera! www.nvr.org.uk

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At the Country Parks Nature Tots

For parents and 2-4 year old tots exploring nature through the seasons. £3.50 per child.

Take a Ranger led themed walk followed by a craft activity. 10am to 11:30am. Booking essential, call Jo on 07703 160878.

Naturally Playful

Explore all things natural: Den building, bug hunting, quizzes, natural art, mud faces, detective hunts and much, much more. 2 sessions from 10.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3pm. £2 per child.

Wild Wednesday

Have fun learning about the different creatures who live at the Country Park on the ‘Wild Wednesday’ adventure days. Book onto a 45 minute slot between 10.30am and 3.15pm. £2 per child.

www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

At Stanwick Lakes Wilder Ceramic Arts

Drop in to the Discovery Zone every Tuesday afternoon, 1pm to 4pm, in the school holidays for weekly wildlife themed ceramic painting sessions for all the family. Hosted by Wilder Ceramic Arts. From £2.50.

Pond Dipping with the Rangers

Every Wednesday in August come over to Stanwick to learn about the creatures that live in the lakes with the team of Conservation Rangers. Book online or call 01933 625522. £3.50 per child (£2 for members).

www.stanwicklakes.org.uk

Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Barnwell Country Park

Northamptonshire Neighbourhood Watch are hosting a Teddy Bear’s Picnic at Barnwell Country Park!

Bring a picnic, watch the children’s entertainer and enjoy the surroundings. Prizes for the best dressed teddies. Every child will receive a goodie bag! Opportunities to meet with: PCC and Senior Police Officers, Neighbourhood Watch, Police, Air Ambulance and Fire Service. Children must be supervised by an adult. Parking charges apply. www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

Wednesday Nature Tots

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Nature Tots at Fermyn Woods Country Park

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See regular event listing on page 12

Saturday

Teletubbies Live! at The Royal & Derngate Theatre

& Sunday

The iconic, world-famous Teletubbies, who this year celebrate their 21st anniversary, are starring in their first-ever live theatre show Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa and Po bring a captivating stage show full of love, laughter, music and “Big Hugs”, as they explore the magical world of Teletubbyland. The Tubby Phone, Noo-Noo and Sun Baby will all be there, in a fun, bright and safe world, which captures young children’s imaginations and encourages them to explore the world around them.

Featuring full-sized Teletubbies characters, bright colours, puppetry, movement, songs and actions, Teletubbies Live is the perfect show for introducing young children to the fun and magic of theatre.

Performances at 10am and 1pm both days. Tickets priced £15 and £18 can be booked by calling Box Office on 01604 624811 or by visiting: www.royalandderngate.co.uk

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Great Summer Events at the

Nene Valley Railway Peter Rabbit & Paw Patrol...

Rascally Peter will be at the railway on the 9th June Paw Patrol will be on a mission to Wansford Station on 28th July Ride a Steam Train and meet the characters at intervals throughout the day.

Plus: Kids tombola, lucky dip, pick a straw and toy stall, bouncy castle, Brio train tracks, water tattoos, Connect 4, Giant Jenga, Duplo Lego, Wire Game and Pick a Key.

Lots of Fun for all the family.

Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Visit www.nvr.org.uk for details and bookings Wansford station, A1, Peterborough, PE8 6LR

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Father’s Day at West Lodge Rural Centre

One for all the family, the grown up boys love this as much as the little ones. Come and look at a selection of farm machinery some very old and some very modern day. Enjoy a meal in the restaurant serving the farm’s own beef and local ale. www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

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Nature Tots at Sywell Country Park

See regular event listing on page 12

Wednesday Nature Tots

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at Brixworth Country Park

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Family Fun Day at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery

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Pop down to Kiddu Caru Day nursery, between 10am and 1pm, in either Wellingborough or Market Harborough for a free family fun day See advert on page 2. www.kiddicaru.com

Fairies & Elves Weekend at West Lodge Rural Centre

There’s magic in the air! Follow the Fairy trail around the farm, make a magic wand, fancy dress competition and face painting. Plus all the usual fun of the farm. www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

Postie Pete Family Fun Weekend at Nene Valley Railway

Jousting & Medieval Living History Village at Rockingham Castle Medieval Jousting by the Knights of Nottingham! Exciting displays of swordsmanship, pike drills and skill at arms combat. Gripping performances of bravery entice the audience to become involved. ‘Boo’ the dastardly deeds of the Black Knight, ‘cheer’ the chivalrous actions of the White Knight and be ‘tickled pink’ by the humorous antics of the drunkard knight.

Afterwards, visit the Oxford Household living history village where craftsmen display their skills, the jester entertains with jokes and tomfoolery, fire eaters mesmerise and storytellers weave tales of mystery, magic and legend.

The Castle will also be open to explore, as well as the gift shop, licensed tearooms and the restaurant. Or you may prefer to spread a blanket and have a picnic.

Entertainment begins at 12pm with the jousting commencing at 2.30pm.

Book in advance online for discount: www.rockinghamcastle.com

Tel: 07763 666456

Join Postie Pete and his cat, Ginger, for a great weekend featuring his Teddy Bear Travelling Post Office.

Meet Pete and Ginger, get your photo taken with them and then have a go at sorting letters on the mail train with them! www.nvr.org.uk Sunday

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Mini Beast Safari at Brixworth Country Park

As part of National Insect Week join the Minibeast Safari at Brixworth Country Park from 2pm to 4pm.

Ideal for kids to explore, search and find some of the different insects at the Park. £2 per child. www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

National Insect Week at Wicksteed Park

Visit the park to celebrate National insect week. Take part in the minibeast safari and paint your own pebble from 10am to 12pm in the Learning Space. Drop-in activities for parents, grandparents and carers with pre-school children. Suggested donation £2 per child. www.wicksteedpark.org

Positive Birth Movement Meeting: “Dads and Birth partners” Free to attend and open to all bumps, new mothers, mothers of young babies, relatives, health care professionals and anyone involved in the birth and beyond world.

Meetings are held in Café Nero, House of Fraser, Rushden Lakes between 9.30am and 11.30am drop in whenever you can make it. Free pastries provided by Café Nero. Contact Gabby, local Doula, on 07976 245971 for more information.

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July Wednesday Nature Tots

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at Irchester Country Park

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“Doctor Dolittle” at The Castle Theatre

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“Hello all. I am Doctor John Dolittle.

I am not a normal Doctor. I was once but I really did not like my patients. You see I discovered something down right amazing about myself. I found out that I had the ability to talk to animals.

Anyone from the age of 7 upwards come and see me in my brand new show. There will be lots of music and fun audience participation.

Toodle pip for now”.

2.30pm. To book visit: www.castletheatre.co.uk

Pitch your tent, spend 2 days at the farm, enjoy the home reared hog roast, twilight walks, camp fire, marshmallows and stargazing. Ticket only event. For more details and prices please visit: www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

at Barnwell Country Park

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Nature Tots at Fermyn Woods Country Park

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See regular event listing on page 12

See regular event listing on page 12

“Little Baby Bum Live” at The Royal & Derngate Theatre

Step into the magical and colourful world of Little Baby Bum. Join Mia, Jacus, Twinkle and their Nursery Rhyme friends at the world première of a brand new live show.

An online and digital TV sensation, the show is the world’s largest educational YouTube channel with over 13 million subscribers and 15 billion views. For performance times and to book visit: www.royalandderngate.co.uk

Family Fun Day at Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, Rushden

Pop down to the day nursery for a free family fun day between 10.30am and 12.30pm. See advert on page 2. www.kiddicaru.com

Family Camping Weekend at West Lodge Rural Centre

15th

Pitch your tent, spend 2 days at the farm, enjoy the home reared hog roast, twilight walks, camp fire, marshmallows and stargazing. Ticket only event. For more details and prices please visit: www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

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Pre-school Event at Wicksteed Park

Tuesday

Nature Tots at Sywell Country Park

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Family Camping Weekend at West Lodge Rural Centre

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Thursday

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Wednesday Nature Tots

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Join in making sandcastles, create your own flag and other summer themed crafts, from 10am to 12pm in the Learning Space. Drop-in activities for parents, grandparents and carers with pre-school children.

Suggested donation £2 per child. www.wicksteedpark.org

See regular event listing on page 12

Wednesday Nature Tots

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at Brixworth Country Park

Saturday

Big Butterfly Count at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

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See regular event listing on page 12

Butterfly themed activities in the visitor centre throughout the week, including a butterfly trail as part of the ‘big butterfly count’.

Facebook: nenewetlandsvisitorcentre

Wilder Ceramic Arts at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

Positive Birth Movement Meeting: “Birth Films and Images” Free to attend and open to all.

Meetings are held in Café Nero, House of Fraser, Rushden Lakes between 9.30am and 11.30am drop in anytime. Contact Gabby on 07976 245971 for more information.

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Wednesday Butterfly Walk at the

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Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Join an expert volunteer for a guided walk and see how many different butterflies you can learn to identify. 10:30am. £3 per person.

Booking advisable.

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Paw Patrol at the Newlands Centre

Pop down to the Newlands Centre in Kettering to meet characters from Paw Patrol. Regular appearances throughout the day. www.newlandsshopping.com

Monday

Naturally Playful at Barnwell Country Park

to Sunday

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Naturally Playful at Brixworth Country Park

See regular event listing on page 12

Family Fun with Paw Patrol at Nene Valley Railway

Rockingham Fair at Rockingham Castle

& Sunday

Set in the beautiful Great Park, this family country show, returning for the 10th Anniversary year, will have something for everyone.

All day entertainment including: stunt shows, petting pens and circus workshops. Plus arts, crafts, food, drink and gifts marquees as well as outside trade stands.

Fully catered & with a licensed bar. 10am-5pm daily. For more information visit: www.oakleighfairs.co.uk

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Harry Potter Afternoon tea at the Holiday Inn, Corby

Join the Holiday Inn in their ‘Hogwarts Great Hall’ for a special wizard theme afternoon tea.

A selection of sandwiches, cakes and freshly brewed tea/coffee with themed décor. Add a glass of prosecco for an extra £5 per person.

1pm arrival. Pre-booking essential. www.hicorby.com

Flower Power at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Flower and pollinator themed activities in the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre at Rushden Lakes throughout the week.

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Wilder Ceramic Arts at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

Paw Patrol are at Nene Valley Railway on the 28th July! Ride a Steam Train and meet them at intervals throughout the day.

Plus enjoy: kids tombola, lucky dip, pick a straw and toy stall, bouncy castle, Brio train tracks, water tattoos, Connect 4, Giant Jenga, Duplo Lego, Wire Game and Pick a Key. Lots of fun for all the family.

Don’t forget to bring your camera! www.nvr.org.uk

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August Wednesday Breakfast with Minions

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Wistow Maze

Open daily from Friday 20th July to Sunday 2nd September, the giant 8 acre maize maze (this year designed in the shape of an ambulance to mark the 70th anniversary of the NHS), has a fun Quiz Trail hidden amongst its 3 miles of pathways, with high level bridges and towers giving stunning panoramic views. Visitors will have to find 12 quiz boards which will test their ‘First Aid’ skills and how to treat a casualty!

Visitors can also take part in a variety of other mini games and visit Wistow Rural Centre across the road with its cafe, garden centre, art gallery, model village and numerous shops.

Opens: 10am – 6pm. Free Parking.

Admission charges: Child £5.95 Adult £6.95 Family Ticket (2+2) £24

Take a wander through the park this summer holiday and look out for signs of summer using our ‘spotter’ sheet. Everyone who participates in this free activity will receive a certificate.

Explore the secret side of Stanwick Lakes – buy a “Secret Stanwick Quest” booklet from the Visitor Centre and get inspiration for outdoor activities such as playing pooh sticks on Kingfisher Bridge, making a brass rubbing and discover hidden creepy crawlies.

Family fun event - enjoy a full breakfast buffet (Full English and continental) at the hotel with a surprise visit from the Minions!

8am to 11am. £10 per person.

1 adult free with every 2 child places booked. www.hicorby.com

See regular event listing on page 12

National Play Day at Wicksteed Park

More details coming soon. Visit: www.wicksteedpark.org

Pond Dipping with the Rangers at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

Spongebob at the Newlands Centre Pop down to the Newlands Centre in Kettering to meet Spongebob Squarepants.

Regular appearances throughout the day. www.newlandsshopping.com Thursday

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Secret Stanwick Quest at Stanwick Lakes

at Holiday Inn, Corby

Wild Wednesday at Barnwell Country Park

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Summer Scavenger Hunt at Wicksteed Park

Tel: 07763 666456

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Story Time for Little Ones at Wicksteed Park Bring your little ones along to listen to story time in the Amphitheatre at 11:30am. A free activity for families.

Stories include The Gruffalo, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Barry the Fish with Fingers and Zog. www.wicksteedpark.org

Winged Wonders at Stanwick Lakes 10.30am-12.30pm, Doug Goddard leads a walk to discover the site’s winged creatures.

Book online or call 01933 625522. £2.50 adults, £1.50 children. www.stanwicklakes.org.uk

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Pre-school Event: “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt” at Wicksteed Park

Visit the park for “We’re Going On A Bear Hunt” themed activities from 11am to 3pm in the Learning Space.

Drop-in activities for parents, grandparents and carers with preschool children. Suggested donation £3 per child. Suitable for aged 3+. www.wicksteedpark.org

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Big Butterfly Count at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Butterfly themed activities in the visitor centre throughout the week, including a butterfly trail as part of the ‘big butterfly count’.

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Farm animals

Naturally Playful at Brixworth Country Park

Play areas

See regular event listing on page 12

Wilder Ceramic Arts at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

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Wednesday Pond Dipping with the Rangers

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See regular event listing on page 12

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Family Music Workshop at Wicksteed Park

Bring along the family and make junk model musical instruments.

10:30am to 12:00pm and 1:30pm to 3:00pm. Please book in advance by calling 01536 512475 or email: hello@wicksteedpark.org.

The cost is £3 per child and the recommended age is 5 years+. www.wicksteedpark.org

PJ Masks at the Newlands Centre

Pop down to the Newlands Centre in Kettering to meet characters from PJ Masks. Regular appearances throughout the day. www.newlandsshopping.com

Plus create your own mini word collage creature with local artist, Jamie Poole from 11am to 3pm.

Drop-in £5 per person.

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Story Time for Little Ones at Wicksteed Park

Bring your little ones along to listen to story time in the Amphitheatre at 11:30am. A free activity for families.

Stories include The Gruffalo, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Barry the Fish with Fingers and Zog. www.wicksteedpark.org

Film on a Farm: “The Greatest Showman” at West Lodge

West Lodge are very excited to be showing The Greatest Showman, live outside. A ticket only event.

For more details please visit: www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

Family Art Activities at Wicksteed Park

Visit the park for family art activities from 10:30am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3pm. Please book in advance by calling 01536 512475 or email: hello@wicksteedpark.org.

Recommended for children aged 5 years+. Cost is £3 per child. www.wicksteedpark.org

Naturally Playful at Barnwell Country Park

See regular event listing on page 12 Monday

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Butterfly Walk at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Join an expert volunteer for a guided walk and see how many different butterflies you can learn to identify. 10:30am. £3 per person.

Booking advisable.

Tel: 07763 666456

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Awesome Amphibians at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Reptile and amphibian themed activities in the visitor centre throughout this week, as well as pond dipping sessions in the education area. Please check Facebook for the most up to date information.

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Wombles of Wimbledon at Barnwell Country Park

It may not be Wimbledon but Barnwell have got the Wombles!!!

Come and see if you can find them hiding in the park. Be a Womble and make something useful for nature to take home. Drop in between 10.30am to 12.30pm or 1.30pm to 3pm. £2 per child. Most suitable for 4years+ and definitely suitable for those old enough to remember the Wombles! www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

Wilder Ceramic Arts at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

Underwater World at Brixworth Country Park

A pond dipping session to learn about the creatures lurking in and around the water. Rangers will be on hand to identify your finds; children must be supervised. Booking essential. 11am-12pm, 12.30pm1.30pm or 2pm-3pm. To book call 0300 126 5932. £5 per dipping pack (max. 3 children per pack) www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

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Wednesday Family Mini Beast Safari

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Bring the family along for a minibeast safari in the Rose Garden. This is a drop in session between 11am3pm. Recommended donation of £2 per family. Recommended for children 3 years+. www.wicksteedpark.org

Xplorer Orienteering at Brixworth Country Park

A unique orienteering adventure. A family activity for all ages; help each other to find the clues and complete the course. Certificate and gift for all children taking part. Suggested donation £1 per child www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

Pond Dipping with the Rangers at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

Charlie & Lola at the Newlands Centre Pop down to the Newlands Centre in Kettering to meet Charlie & Lola.

Regular appearances throughout the day. www.newlandsshopping.com

Wild Wednesday at Barnwell Country Park

See regular event listing on page 12 Thursday

16th

Story Time for Little Ones at Wicksteed Park

Bring your little ones along to listen to story time in the Amphitheatre at 11:30am. Free activity for families.

Stories include The Gruffalo, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Barry the Fish with Fingers and Zog. www.wicksteedpark.org

National Bee Day at Wicksteed Park

To celebrate National Bee Day, come along and make a bee wax candle and pebble paperweight. Please book by calling 01536 512475 or email: hello@wicksteedpark.org.

Workshops are held at 10:30am to 12pm or 1:30pm to 3pm. Cost £3 per child. Suitable for age 5+ www.wicksteedpark.org

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Pond Dipping Activities at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Froglife will be running pond dipping activities to help you find out more about British reptiles and amphibians. Drop in session 11am to 3pm. Free event.

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Family Pond Dipping Activity at Wicksteed Park

Drop in to Wicksteed’s pond dipping session between 11am and 3pm. Recommended for 3 years+.

Recommended donation of £2 per family. www.wicksteedpark.org

Brilliant Bats at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Bat themed activities in the visitor centre at Rushden Lakes throughout the week to celebrate International Bat Night.

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Wilder Ceramic Arts at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

Wednesday Underwater World

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See Tuesday 14th August listing for details.

Pond Dipping with the Rangers at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12

Family Science Workshop at Wicksteed Park

Visit Wicksteed to find out about the science behind the rides, plus design your own fairground ride using Knex. Book in advance by calling 01536 512475 or email: hello@ wicksteedpark.org. Suitable for age 5+. Workshops are held at 10:30am to 12pm and 1:30pm to 3pm. www.wicksteedpark.org

Peppa Pig at the Newlands Centre

Pop down to the Newlands Centre in Kettering to meet Peppa Pig. Regular appearances throughout the day. www.newlandsshopping.com

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Wednesday Collage Creatures at the

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Create your own mini word collage creature with local artist, Jamie Poole from 11am to 3pm. Drop-in £5 per person.

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Wednesday Teddy Express at Nene Valley Railway nd Let your Teddy bring you out for an adventure and travel on the “Teddy & Express”. Tombola, games and Thursday family fun, face painting, bouncy castle, story telling, teddy quiz and rd more. All Children accompanied by a Teddy Bear travel for half price (aged 10 and under), accompanied by a full fare paying adult. Visit: www.nvr.org.uk

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Rock Bugs at Brixworth Country Park Make your very own ‘rock bug’ to take home – a buzzy bee, spotty ladybird – the list is endless! £2 per child. 2 sessions from 10.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3pm. www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

Vikings of Middle England at Rockingham Castle

Search for fossils on the fossil field at West Lodge with farmers on hand to help you identify your find. Be an archaeologist for the day and dust down the ‘dinosaur remains’. www.westlodgeruralcentre.co.uk

Incredible Insects at the Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre

Insect themed activities in the visitor centre throughout this week, as well as mini beasting sessions in the education area. Please check Facebook for the most up to date information.

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Positive Birth Movement Meeting: “Bonding with your baby” Free to attend and open to all bumps, new mothers, relatives, health care professionals etc.

Meetings are held in Café Nero, House of Fraser, Rushden Lakes between 9.30am and 11.30am drop in anytime. Contact Gabby, on 07976 245971 for more details.

Wilder Ceramic Arts at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12 Wednesday Wild Wednesday

29th

at Barnwell Country Park

See regular event listing on page 12

Ice Age at the Newlands Centre Pop down to the Newlands Centre in Kettering to meet characters from Ice Age. Regular appearances throughout the day. www.newlandsshopping.com

The Vikings return! Be prepared for Battles, Horses, Pageant, Living History Camp and much more. The Vikings Of Middle England are most famous for their realistic, exciting and entertaining battle displays.

Off the battlefield life in the tented encampment goes on with tradesmen displaying their skills, making weapons and coins, weaving nets and brewing medicines. Have a go archery and story tellers wow the crowds. The event is open from 12 noon to 5pm. Book your tickets in advance online for discount: www.rockinghamcastle.com

Great Big Fossil Weekend at West Lodge Rural Centre

Tel: 07763 666456

Harry Potter Weekend at Wicksteed Park

Visit Wicksteed for a “Harry Potter” family drop in activity day. Recommended for age 5+.

Recommended donation of £3 per family. www.wicksteedpark.org

Pond Dipping with the Rangers at Stanwick Lakes

See regular event listing on page 12 Thursday

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Rock Bugs at Brixworth Country Park

Come on a bug hunt with an Education Ranger and find out about the creatures living at Brixworth! £2 per child. 45 minutes sessions running from 10.30am – 3.15pm.

Booking essential. Call 0300 1265932 or email: brixworth@ northamptonshire.gov.uk www.northamptonshireparks.co.uk

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Clubs & Classes See our ‘Weekly Activities Timetable’ in the back of the magazine for class times and venues

Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming Lessons Friendly classes in Rothwell Instructor in the water Average of 6 children per class Prices start from £7 for 30 minutes Call: 07821 646451 Email: jennysdolphins@live.co.uk www.jennysdolphins.co.uk

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Pre-school Gymnastics Sessions

Fully matted gymnasium with soft play, climbing and challenging equipment to aid in the development of children from 1 to 5 years.

Structured classes with qualified coaches to develop your child’s physical, mental and social skills in a safe and fun filled environment.

Sessions held Monday to Thursday £4.00 per ¾ hour session for under 3s £4.50 per ¾ hour session for over 3s No registration fee Award schemes in which to participate Contact Gym Tots on 01536 415444 or e-mail ketteringgymtots@gmail.com www.ketteringgymnasticsclub.co.uk Find us at Brunel Close, off Northfield Avenue, Kettering

Home of Kettering Gym Tots & Kettering Olympic Gymnastics Club

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Pre-school Soccer Courses in Wellingborough £6

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Saturdays at Redwell Leisure Centre 9.30 to 10.15am for ages 18 months to 3 years 10.15 to 11am for ages 3 to 5 years

Please call Patrick Franks on 07818 401707 for details One parent must participate in each session (beginners course only) First session FREE! Discount given for siblings Courses run all year round To advertise call 0845 6439687 or e-mail info@timefortots.co.uk

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Stagecoach Performing Arts Early Stages Classes (4-6 years) 9.30am to 11am Main School (6-18 years) 10am to 1pm and 2.30pm to 5.30pm Every Saturday during term-time (no half-term break) at Brambleside School, Cleveland Avenue, Kettering NN16 9JG. Students can expect a warm and friendly welcome at our school, with many remarking it is just like a big Stagecoach family.

In our fun and engaging classes, children are given both structure and freedom as they learn how to sing, dance and act. Small class sizes allow our teachers and their assistants to give each child support and attention. Our students become more self assured, expressive, sociable and imaginative and they learn how to tackle situations with resilience, creativity and courage (skills for life).

Every student is in very safe hands at Stagecoach, as we have a clear commitment to child protection and the safeguarding of our students is of the highest priority

We also enter students for acting exams with The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art with our students achieving great results.

We offer a trial period of 2 weeks for a deposit of £25 Early Stages and £50 Main School. Call or email for details.

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Rugby fun for 2 to 7 year olds ScrumKids offers fun non-contact rugby-based sessions for girls and boys aged 2 to 7 years Visit www.scrumkids.co.uk to book your FREE TRIAL SESSION

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FREE TRIAL SESSIONS Many of the Clubs & Classes featured here offer free trial sessions allowing you and your child to try a session before committing to a course.

See our ‘Special Offers’ section for vouchers or speak to the class directly to find out more.

CLASS TIMETABLES Our Weekly Activities Timetable, at the back of the magazine, lists the class timetables for most of the classes featured in this section.

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Sing and Sign is Britain’s original, longest running and best loved baby signing programme, taught through music and song.

Developed with Speech and Language Therapists to provide a progressive curriculum in 3 stages.

We help you and your baby enjoy the process of learning to talk with • Less frustration • Better communication • And more fun!

Classes in Kettering, Rushden and Wellingborough Classes available Monday to Friday Sing & Sign Babes - 6 weeks to 6 months Stage 1 - 6 to 15 months New ven Stage 2 - 15 to 24 months

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Classes and availability listed on our website: www.singandsign.com Email: sarahsilsby@singandsign.co.uk or call Sarah for more information 07585 557664 Facebook search ‘Sing and Sign - East Northants’

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Corby International Pool & Lodge Park Sports Centre Crèche £3.10 for 1 hr, £5.20 for 2 hrs: LPSC 9.30—11.25am Mon/Wed/Fri Pool 9.25—11.25am Mon/Tues/Weds/Thurs/Fri & 12.25—2.25 Mon/Wed/Fri Shop and Swim at Corby Pool Crèche

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Why not let us look after your children while you go shopping then come back for a free swim. Available during crèche opening times. Price includes a free swimming session for one parent/ guardian. Booking essential, places can be booked up to 1 week in advance.

Payment required at time of booking.

Snacks & water/juice also provided

Parent & Toddler Lessons +

Adult & Child Sessions Fun for all..

Phone for info.

Party packages are available at both facilities.

Includes Crèche “Fun Play” (our Crèche facility is available to hire), Soft Play, Football, Cheerleading, Archery, Trampolining, Swim & Supervised Diving.

For further info contact either facility. Visit www.corby.gov.uk/partyhire Pre‐school Gymnastic sessions run every Thursday during Term Time at Lodge Park. Delivered by qualified British Gymnastic Coaches to help develop your children’s social, physical, language, education, imagination and co‐ordination skills.

Please call LPSC for more information or to make a booking.

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Lodge Park Sports Centre Tel: 01536 400033 www.corby.gov.uk/lodgepark

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Football fun

for children aged 18 months -7 years.

Learning the FUNdamentals of Football.

Book your class now!

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Summer Safety Tips The weather is finally getting warmer! This is something that most of us have been looking forward to after a long winter. Unfortunately though summer is also a time when children can be at risk from accidents or illness.

Many accidents are avoidable and the best thing is to try to anticipate and prevent them if possible. This isn’t always easy, as children are unpredictable and parents are often taken by surprise by their child’s next stage of development, so I have a few tips below:

1. Check the UVA star rating on your child’s suncream Parents select factor 50 suncream and understandably assume this is sufficient protection. The factor indicates the level of protection against UVB rays, which are the main cause of sunburn, but UVA rays are also damaging.

The level of UVA protection is indicated by a star rating (often displayed on the back of the bottle, with 5* indicating the best UVA protection level).

Some well known brands may be factor 50 but only have a UVA protection rating of 3* which is lower than recommended, and therefore children may still be at risk of skin damage. Many supermarket branded factor 50 creams have a full UVA protection rating of 5* for a fraction of the cost so it’s worth shopping around.

2. Make sure you recognise the symptoms of heat exhaustion Heat exhaustion is the body’s reaction to loss of water and salts due to excessive sweating. It tends to affect children in the afternoon when they have been running around all day in the warm weather.

The body temperature rises above 38 degrees and if it is not treated quickly can lead to heatstroke. They may look pale and sweaty, have a loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting and stomach cramps. They may say they feel cold but will be hot to touch.

Obviously its best to prevent heat exhaustion by avoiding the midday sun, wearing a sun hat, seeking shade and drinking plenty of fluid, but if you think a child is suffering with heat exhaustion: • Move them to a cool area out of the sun and give them water to drink.

• Remove excess clothing and lay them down.

• Oral rehydration solutions or isotonic drinks can be given as they also replace body salts (but always read the label and gain parental consent). If your child won’t drink fluid then ice lollies and jelly can be good options for

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helping to rehydrate them.

If your child has suffered any of these symptoms, always obtain medical advice, even if they seem to have recovered.

3. Think about garden safety Suspected poisoning is one of the most common reasons for a young child to be taken to A&E. Check up on the plants in your garden! Especially if you have an adventurous baby who likes to put anything and everything in their mouth! Many common plants can be harmful, such as rhubarb leaves, lily of the valley, foxgloves, holly and ivy berries and even daffodil bulbs.

Babies can drown in 5cm of water! Most babies and small children who drown, drown at home in the bath or in the garden. Always supervise play in the paddling pool and empty it after use. If you have a pond, consider fencing it off or turning it into a sandpit.

Try to avoid head injuries or bumps and breaks by keeping to a rule of just one child on the Trampoline at any time and ensure safety netting is in place.

4. Think about window safety Fit safety locks to windows, or catches to prevent them opening too wide and take care not to place furniture in front of windows so that children don’t have anything to climb on. Children can be escape artists and at this time of year windows are often left open. Many young toddlers can open windows and squeeze through small gaps.

5. Buy a handy first aid kit to carry in your baby bag and book a first aid class Daisy First Aid Kettering offer 2 hour classes for parents in local venues or at your home, covering CPR, Choking, Burns, Poisoning, Meningitis, Head Injuries and much more.

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Tips for Choosing your Child’s School Shoes

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ittle one starting school this year? Read on as Funky Lil Feet Children’s Shoe Shop in Thrapston have put together a little guide to help you with choosing the correct first pair of school shoes.

It can be a daunting time ensuring you have everything that is required for their First Day. At Funky Lil Feet we understand how important it is to have correctly fitted shoes that are comfortable and durable for being in them all day, everyday!

When it comes to Children’s feet, no two feet are the same. There is no such thing as an “average” foot which is why every child should be individually fitted with shoes. Young children have soft cartilage until their bones have hardened (this can take up to 18 years) so they must never be put in shoes which are badly fitted as the foot can become misshapen for years to come.

When choosing your child’s school shoe: • Look for soft and supple leather uppers that should avoid rubbing.

• Choose a good quality, dyed through leather with breathable linings to allow perspiration to escape.

• Velcro fastenings are also best for young children to allow independence when getting changed after PE • The toe box of the shoe should be wide enough to accommodate the shape of the unique foot and be fitted with room for growth.

• For Boys (and some girls!) you may wish to consider shoes that have toe protection along the front of the leather to help guard against the worst of the scuffing At Funky Lil Feet we can help you make sure that your child gets off to the best start. All our fitters are fully qualified and most of us are mothers so we know how important that first day at school is.

We stock the full range of start rite school shoes (as well as Geox, Petasil, Beberlis, Vans & Camper) which have been specifically designed in whole and half sizes and up to five width fittings to ensure we get the best fit. There is also free on-road parking right outside and we are situated just 1 minute off the A14 (Jnc13). We look forward to meeting you and don’t forget to enter our competition when you visit to win free fitted shoes for a year! (see advert)

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• They may have developed a fear of labour and birth (tokophobia).

• Perhaps they had a difficult labour or an experience during a previous birth that is causing concern and anxiety in their current pregnancy.

A doula will provide support to a woman’s birth partner by helping them feel informed and useful during the labour and birth.

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Your Developing Child

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by Joanne Fletcher, 0-19 Clinical Team Lead

our baby’s brain is amazing - from conception you and your family can help it grow.

‘Normal Development’ is a term used to describe a broad spectrum of learned skills that an individual child acquires over their childhood and are unique to each child. The Northamptonshire 0-19 team use the concept of building blocks called Five to Thrive that your child needs to develop.

Five to Thrive focuses on the 5 key elements that are essential for your child to reach their full potential to develop and achieve well and to be happy and healthy. In the first years of life your baby’s brain will develop more than at any other time in their life. Today we will consider those vital 5 elements for this brain growth, and what you can do to encourage this.

The five building blocks for your child’s emotional, social and mental wellbeing are:

Talk Within the first 6 weeks of life babies respond to their main carers voices – in fact hearing is almost fully developed at birth and hearing your voice is one way that your baby recognises you. Soon baby will begin to watch your face with wonder as you speak, and the brain connections form helping baby to recognise patterns for language development and socialising. Your baby will copy your sounds, and as you listen and respond he will understand that he has a voice too.

Baby’s brains work a little slower than adults so you might notice a pause before your baby reacts to your voice. Hold your baby’s gaze to let them know you are listening.

It’s not silly to make baby noises the way your baby talks to you (mama, ga, ga) you are having a conversation with your child. Helping him express their feelings as he begins to develop language will

help your child to continue to voice these as they get older, therefore helping them to manage their emotional health.

What can you do?

• Copy your baby’s sounds and add on new ones (mama, ga ga) continue as their language grows so ‘bus’ becomes ‘blue bus’, ‘cat’ becomes ‘nice cat’.

• Sing together – singing is a happy feeling that encourages your child to join in.

• Read together – reading to your baby from birth is a great way to hold their attention to language.

• It’s good to talk! Talk about everything you are seeing and doing ‘did you see that dog?’, count the steps, comment on the feeling and colours of the washing as you peg it out on the line!

• Keep your ‘warning voice’ for when you are warning your child about something risky.

Play ‘Play with me Mummy’...ah if I had a penny for every time I hear this in one day alone I’d retire!

The translation of course is a bit more complex, and if we could replace our baby’s coos, cries and jabbers with words they might say ‘I need you to show me the world, what is interesting, what can I learn, what can I do? I love toys and books, I love wooden spoons and kitchen pots! I love activities you show me, because you are the very best toy of all!’ Everyday moments are magical to the developing brain that can feed their learning when you join them in a challenge or game.

Babies mimic their parents or carers facial expressions, this learning will build connections in the brain that link the facial expression with feelings. We learn to smile usually around 6 weeks of age because the adults smile so much, that we feel happy especially when the adults get so excited when we smile back! Happiness floods the brain providing the right ingredients for growth.

Similarly playing singing or counting games helps the brain connections to make sense of the world and to have fun. Later your child will begin to play with other children and alone. The practice they have had playing with you in the early years has

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What can you do?

• Join in with your child’s chosen game.

When you join your baby in rolling the ball, or your toddler in finding the blue cars you are saying to them that they have had a good idea, and that their choices are important.

• Play outside. Outside games give the chance to explore all the exciting nature as well as develop vision as your child looks across long distances.

• Get down. Playing on the floor with your child gives you the chance to make eye contact and communicate. You can see the world from your child’s perspective and this can make for quite creative play!

• Role play. Encouraging your child to use their creative mind is fun and great for development. Pretend to be the animals on the farm, or have a pretend train ride?

Relax A major goal for many parents is to feel relaxed. This is because when you relax your heartbeat slows, your blood pressure drops, and your muscles unwind. Your child will mimic your emotional feelings so when you relax together chemicals flood their brain and help it to grow.

What can you do?

• Wind down from exciting play sessions with a few moments of calm.

• Help your child relax in a calm environment with soft lighting, warmth and calming sounds.

• When your baby is stressed sing or hum to them. This can focus your mind from negative thoughts and soothe baby.

• Rhythmic rocking, ssh-ing and reducing the lights and sounds can help an over tired or stressed child to relax.

• Try to limit your child’s exposure to screens. TVs and mobile devices are very stimulating to their young minds and can be stressful.

• Take time out to meet your own needs for relaxation. A mindfulness session will help restore your ability to contain your child and help him to relax.

Cuddles Touch is a powerful sense, it helps people to feel close and your child’s body will work in tune with yours.

Your child will feel safe and secure when you cuddle them, and the physical benefits of a slowing heart rate helps strengthen the connections in their brain as they learns to control their own bodies.

What can you do?

• Cuddle your baby as much as you like. You cannot spoil a baby with love. Instead you are giving them the responsive care that they need to best develop their brains and become resilient little people.

• When your baby is calm putting them down to enjoy some quiet time is the beginning of their learning to be independent.

• Using varied types of touch (stroking, massage, round and round the garden) are all great for your baby’s brain.

Respond However your child is communicating with you (jabbering, gazing, pointing, speaking or crying) remember this is how they let you know they need you. No one else can meet their needs like you and responding to them makes your child feel secure and loved. Consistently responding in the same way teaches your child what to expect from you and the wider world in time. Noticing your baby’s cues that they are tired (eye rubbing, gazing) or hungry (shaking their head or smacking their lips) and respond you are telling them that you understand and they won’t feel stressed. Your baby will copy your expressions as the communication continues between you and this builds connections in their brain to understand and manage their feelings.

What can you do?

• Copy your baby’s facial expressions and see how they react.

• When your baby is trying to see something help them to reach the object or shift their position.

• Recognise that crying might not mean your baby is upset, they are communicating with you.

• As children get older help them to figure puzzles for themselves while still responding (recognise your child wants to put their shoes on so place them in front of their feet).

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Benefits of Pilates What is Pilates?

Pilates is a form of exercise that focuses on using both the mind and body to achieve optimum performance.

The deep stabilizing muscles of the body are conditioned and strengthened using sequences of movements that use gravity, body weight and specially designed equipment as forms of resistance.

The connection between the mind and body is crucial to Pilates. Pilates trains the mind to maintain a constant level of awareness of the way the body moves.

The benefits of Pilates go far beyond simple core strength and flexibility. In addition to the aesthetic benefits, regularly practicing this total-body workout can ease back pain, improve bone density and boost heart rate.

The main benefits can Pilates provide: 1. Core stability & postural alignment: Poor posture accounts for a variety of aches and pains. Pilates teaches you to consciously maintain optimum anatomical alignment in all positions and during movement. By coordinating the body as a whole, you will feel stronger reducing the chances of injury caused by overuse of one area. Activating your deep core muscles will help you realign your posture.

2. Muscle Tone and strength: Pilates is a fantastic way to sculpt your muscles. Other than increased muscle tone, Pilates will strengthen your body, preparing it for the more dynamic calorie burning workouts. You can use it as part of your training routine but it isn’t a cardiovascular workout and will not exercise your heart and lungs.

3. Stress Reduction: Pilates trains you to stay focused on your movements giving you a little headspace from all the distractions of life. It teaches you to breathe properly which is another recognized stress reduction technique.

4. Injury Rehabilitation: Pilates has gained public recognition as a method of rebuilding strength and function following injuries.

One great benefit of Pilates is that it is low impact and that makes it ideal as a form of physical therapy.

Pilates classes in Corby has been functioning for a year now. As an experienced Pilates instructor I run classes in various parts of Corby.

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Childcare Nursery Schools, Pre-schools & Childminders

PRE-SCHOOL

Childcare Directory Desborough, Rothwell & District Daffodils Outdoor Nursery

The Estate Office, Arthingworth, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 8JT Tel: 01858 525777 or 07858 460419 Email: info@daffodilsoutdoornursery.co.uk www.daffodilsoutdoornursery.co.uk

Oak Tree Day Nursery

30 Cecil Street, Rothwell, NN14 6EZ Tel: 01536 601670 E-mail: oaktreedaynursery@hotmail.co.uk

East Northants Aldwincle Pre-school

Main Street, Aldwincle, Kettering, NN14 3EL Tel: 01832 720566 E-mail: manageraldwinclepreschool@hotmail.co.uk www.aldwinclepreschool.btck.co.uk

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery

77 Park Road, Rushden, NN10 0LH Tel: 01933 410544 Email: marketing@kiddicaru.com www.kiddicaru.com

Kettering & District Broughton Under 5s Pre-school

Broughton Village Hall Tel: 07939 985071 www.broughtonunderfives.wordpress.com

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER 1023385

Pre-School education from 2 years 9 months to school entry.

Now Booking Spaces for September For more information please visit www.broughtonunderfives.wordpress.com or call 07939 985071 Supported by Northamptonshire Community Foundation and Northamptonshire County Council Fund.

Windermere Day Nursery & Pre-school

Haweswater Road, Kettering, Northants, NN16 8LX Tel: 01536 520075 E-mail: windermere.nursery@childbase.com www.childbasepartnership.com

Northampton & District Fledglings Day Nursery & Pre-school

Overstone Park, Northampton, NN6 0DT Tel: 01604 643787 E-mail: fledglings@fledglings.com www.fledglingsdaynurseryandpreschool.com

Wellingborough & District Kiddi Caru Day Nursery

22-24 Farm Road, Wellingborough, NN8 4UF Tel: 01933 678325 Email: wellingborough@kiddicaru.com www.kiddicaru.com

Sunnylands Nursery

52 Headlands, Kettering, NN15 6DJ Tel: 01536 512066 Email: sunnylandsnursery@btconnect.com www.st-peters.org.uk

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Fledglings Nestled in the beautiful countryside, within the premises of Overstone Park School, Fledglings Day Nursery and Pre-school provides a wide range of facilities and resources. Children are given the opportunity to develop a spirit of adventure and to discover their unique talents and abilities.

On our beautiful site we have our own registered farm with ponies, chickens and goats. Children are encouraged to help with feeding and caring for the animals. They are also encouraged to grow vegetables in the allotment adjoining the farm.

Children are safe, healthy and happy in their achievements. They participate in all aspects of nursery life. Their opinions and contributions are valued and appreciated and they are encouraged to become good and effective members of the wider community.

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Corby and District Mondays Toddle Tots 9am to 11am at Beanfield Community Centre. £1 per family.

01536 265173.

Songs & Rhymes 9.15 to 11.15am at Woodnewton Children’s Centre. 01536 265173.

We try and ensure that the information on these pages is kept up to date but we do rely on the organisers of the sessions to let us know if there are any changes. We recommend you check with the organiser before turning up.

Little Stanion Stay & Play 1pm to 2.30pm at Little Stanion Primary School.

Parent & Toddler Swimming 1.30pm to 3pm at Corby Pool.

Drop in. Pay as you go.

Baby Talk (Under 1s) 2pm to 3pm at Corby Library from 23rd July to 2nd Sept. Drop-in.

Wednesdays

Stories & Songs Lodgy’s Little Lions 2pm to 3pm at Exeter Children’s 9.30am to 11.15am at Lodge Centre. 01536 204765 Park Sports Centre. A ‘stay and play’ parent and toddler session including arts and crafts, messy play, sensory room, fun and games.

Lodgy’s Little Lions 9.30am to 11.15am at Lodge Park Sports Centre. A ‘stay and play’ parent and toddler session Toddler Time including arts and crafts, messy play, sensory room, fun and games. 9.30am to 11am at Exeter Children’s Centre. 01536 204765 Adult & Child Swimming Lessons Little Sparkles 9 to 9.30am or 9.30 to 10.30am 10am to 11.15am at Kingswood at Corby International Pool. For Children’s Centre. 01536 747508 children aged 1 to 5 years old.

Baby Massage Sparkle Tots 9.30am-11am at St John’s Church Hall. 10am to 11.30am at Exeter £2 / child. Call Sam: 07739 362924. TT Children’s Centre. 01536 204765 Noah’s Ark Baby & Toddler Group Growing Together 1pm to 2.30pm at Kingswood Chil9.30-10.45am at Congregational church hall, Chapel Road, Weldon, £2 dren’s Centre. 01536 747508 per family. emma@stmarysweldon.uk Parent & Toddler Swimming 10am to 12pm at Corby International Pool. Drop in. Pay as you go.

Wilbarston Tots & Tiddlers 10am-12pm at Wilbarston Village Hall. Diane: 07761 957825. TT

Tuesdays Parent & Toddler Swimming 9am to 11am at Corby International Pool. Drop in. Pay as you go.

Little Angels Stay & Play 9.15am to 11.15am at Woodnewton Children’s Centre.

Tel: 01536 265173 Rhymetime 10 to 10.30am at Corby Library.

Free.

Baby Massage 1pm to 2.30pm at Kingswood Children’s Centre. 01536 747508

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Creative Play 9.15-11am at Exeter Children’s Centre. 01536 204765 Little Angels Stay & Play 9.15-11.15am at Woodnewton Children’s Centre. 01536 265173 Parent & Toddler Swimming 9am to 11am at Corby Pool. Drop in. Pay as you go.

Lodgy’s Little Lions 9.30am to 11.15am at Lodge Park Sports Centre. A ‘stay and play’ parent and toddler session including arts and crafts, messy play, sensory room, fun and games.

Toddle Tots 9am to 11.30am at Beanfield Community Centre. £1 per family.

01536 265173.

Play and Learn for under 5s 10 to 11am at Corby Library. Toys, fun and games. Free. Drop-in. Wear clothes suitable for messy play!

Busy Bees Baby & Toddler Group 9.30 to 11.30am, term time, at Priors Hall Communtiy Centre, NN17 5EB. £2 per family. Contact: louise@stmarysweldon.uk

Adult & Child Swimming Lessons 11am to 11.30am or 11.30am to 12pm at Corby Pool. For children aged 1 to 5 years old.

Tots & Toddlers (Pre-school Gymnastics) At Lodge Park Sports Centre.

10am to 10.45am for under 2s 11am to 11.45am for 2 to 3 years 12pm to 12.45pm for 3 to 4 years 1pm to 1.45pm for 3 to 4 years 1.45pm to 2.30pm for 3 to 4 years

Punchin Pandas 5 to 5.45pm at The Scout Hut, Occupation Rd. For ages 3 to 7.

Punchin Pandas 6.15 to 7pm at Kingswood School.

For ages 3 to 7 years. 7pm to 8pm Family beginners class.

Little Ones 1pm to 2.30pm at the Welcome Centre, Little Stanion.

SATURDAYS

Little Kickers At Lodge Park Sports Centre.

Bounce & Rhyme for under 1s 1.30pm to 2.30pm at Corby Library. “Mighty Kickers” for 3.5 to 5 year olds, 9.15am to 10am Free. Drop-in.

“Junior Kickers” for 2 to 3.5 year olds, 10.10am to 10.55am.

Music, Dance & Drama

Physical classes

Arts & Crafts

Parent & Tot Group / Other

Weekly Activities Timetable

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Kettering and District Mondays Kettering Gym Tots 45 Minute sessions between 9.15am and 2.30pm. Call for details.

Action Tots (from Tots Play) 9.30am and 10.30am at Barton Seagrave Village Hall. For 2 to 4 year olds.

Giggles & Wiggles At Weekly Village Hall 9.30am toddlers, 10.30am babies SimplyZen Baby Relaxation Drop-in 10 to 11am at URC Meeting Rooms in the town centre. www.simplynurture.co.uk Music Makers 10am at Barton Seagrave Village Hall. Fun music and movement for 0-5 years. £4 Per child and £2 for siblings. Contact Naomi on 07815 293893 or e-mail musicmakersnorthants@gmail.com Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 min classes between 10am and 12.30pm at Balance Health Club. For children aged 3 mths to 4.5 yrs.

Under 1s Play & Learn 2 to 3pm at Kettering Library. Free.

Drop-in.

Burton Latimer Baby Ballet (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) 10 to 10.30am at The Britannia Club Discovery Tots from Tots Play At The Civic Centre, 12pm to 12.40pm. For 2 mths to 9 mths.

Beginners Ballet & Tap (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) 3.40 to 4.40pm at The Britannia Club Desborough & Rothwell

Little Kickers At Desborough Leisure Centre.

Little Kicks for children aged 18 mths to 2 yrs, 3 mths. 1.15pm to 2pm Junior Kickers for 2 to 3.5 year olds, 2.15pm to 3pm Mighty Kickers for 3.5 to 5 year olds, 3.45pm to 4.30pm Mega Kickers for 5 to 7 year olds, 4.40pm to 5.30pm Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming At Montsaye Sports Centre.

12pm - 3 year olds (no adults) 12.30pm 2 & 3 year olds Punchin Pandas At Desborough Leisure Centre.

5.15pm to 6pm for 3 to 7 year olds.

Tuesdays Kettering Gym Tots 45 Minute sessions between 9.15am and 2.30pm. Call for details.

Rhymetime 9.30 to 10am or 10.30 to 11am at Kettering Library. Free. Drop-in.

Sing and Sign At The Woodcroft Scout Centre, London Road. 9.30am - Stage 1, 10.30am - Babes St Botolphs Make & Play (for Mums & Tots) 9.30am to 11am at Church House, St Botolphs Road, Barton Seagrave.

Term time only. 01536 414052.

Pytchley Mums & Tots 9am to 11am at Pytchley School.

Term time only. 01536 790506.

Tots Play Classes At Barton Seagrave Village Hall, 9.40am Social Tots 10.35am Discovery Tots 11.30am Baby Development Course.

Rhymetime (Rothwell) Isham Mums & Tots 2-2.30pm at Rothwell Library. Free 10-11.30am, Isham Village Hall. £2 first but booking required via email or FB. child, £1 siblings. All welcome.

Burton Latimer Play and Learn for under 1s 10.15am to 11.15am at Burton Library. Free. Drop-in.

Punchin Pandas At the Britannia Club. 5.30pm to 6.15pm for 3 to 7 year olds.

PregnancyBliss Stretch & Relax With MamaBabyBliss 7pm to 8.30pm at the Civic Centre.

Desborough & Rothwell Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming At Montsaye Sports Centre.

30 minute lessons between 9.30am and 12.30pm.

Baby Bounce & Rhyme 10am to 10.45am at Desborough Library. For pre-walkers. Free. Drop-in.

Music Makers 1.45pm at United Reformed Church, Rothwell. Fun music and movement for 0-5 years. £4 Per child and £2 for siblings. Contact Naomi on 07815 293893 or e-mail musicmakersnorthants@gmail.com

Wednesdays Little Gems Playgroup 9am to 11am at Kettering Salvation Army, 66 Rockingham Rd. £1.50 per carer/child. Contact: Major Rena 07941 048937 Kettering Gym Tots 45 Minute sessions between 9.15am and 1.30pm. Call for details.

Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 min classes between 10am and 12.30pm at Balance Health Club. For 3mths to 4.5 yrs.

The Little Ones 1 to 2.50pm at Church of Christ The King. Term time only. 01536 517553

Play & Learn for Under 5s 2 to 3pm at Kettering Library. Free.

Toybox Playgroup, Broughton Drop-in.

1.30-3pm in the Village Hall. £2 / family.

Julie 01536 790152. Term time only. Music Makers 1.45pm at Barton Seagrave Village Hall. Fun music and movement for 0-5 years. £4 Per child and £2 for We try and ensure that the information on these pages siblings. Contact Naomi on 07815 293893 or musicmakersnorthants@ is kept up to date but we do rely on the organisers of the gmail.com

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Rhymetime 10.30 to 11am at Burton Latimer Play & Learn for Under 5s (Rothwell) Library. Free. Drop-in.

10.30am-11.30am at Rothwell Baby Bounce & Rhyme Library. Free. Drop-in.

11.30am to 12pm for babies and non walkers at Burton Latimer Library. Free.

Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming PregnancyBliss Stretch & Relax At Montsaye Sports Centre.

With MamaBabyBliss 12.15pm - 2 & 3 year olds 7pm to 8.30pm at the Civic Centre.

12.45pm - 3 & 4 year olds

Tots Play Classes At Ise Lodge Community Centre 9.30am Social Tots 10.25am Discovery Tots 11.25am Baby Development Course.

Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 min classes between 10am and 12.30pm at Balance Health Club. For 3mths to 4.5 yrs.

Action Tots (from Tots Play) 2.15pm at Ise Lodge Community Centre. For 2 to 4 year olds.

Desborough & Rothwell

Mawsley Music Makers 10am and 11am at The Centre. Fun music and movement for 0-5 years. £4 Per child and £2 for siblings.

Contact Naomi on 07815 293893 or musicmakersnorthants@gmail.com

THURSDAYS The Little Ones 9-11.15am & 1-2.50pm, Church of Christ The King. Term time only.

01536 517553 Kettering Gym Tots 45 Minute sessions between 9.15am and 12pm. Call for details.

St Thomas More Toddler Group 9.15-10.45am at St Thomas More School, Northampton Rd in term time. Contact Linda: 07787 521903.

Edentots 9.15-11am, Eden Centre, Montagu St. £1 per family. Term Time only.

01536 484800 Rhymetime 10.30-11am at Kettering Library.

Baby Ballet (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) 11 to 11.30am at Ise Lodge Community Centre.

Desborough & Rothwell Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming At Montsaye Sports Centre.

9.05am - 3 & 4 year olds (no adults) 12.15pm - 1 & 2 year olds 12.45pm - 3 & 4 year olds

Burton Latimer Play and Learn for under 5s 10.30am to 11.30am at Burton Library.

Free. Drop-in.

Desborough & Rothwell Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming At Montsaye Sports Centre.

9.30am - 3 year olds (no adults) 12.15pm - 1 & 2 year olds 12.45pm - 3 & 4 year olds Play & Learn for Under 1s (Rothwell) 1.30pm to 2.30pm at Rothwell Library until 20th July. Free. Drop-in.

Play and Learn Under 5s Rhymetime (Desborough) 10 to 11.30am at Desborough Library. 2.15 to 3pm at Desborough Library.

Stories, rhymes and craft linked with Free. Drop-in. a theme each week. Free. A busy group so booking is required.

SATURDAYS

Mawsley Mawsley Toddlers 9.15 to 11am at The Centre. £1.50 first child, 50p per child thereafter.

Contact Nikki on : 07432 546409, nikkitahatfield@yahoo.co.uk FB: Mawsley Toddlers.

FRIDAYS Music Makers 9.45am at Barton Seagrave Village Hall. Fun music and movement for 0-5 years. £4 Per child and £2 for siblings. Contact Naomi on 07815 293893 or e-mail musicmakersnorthants@gmail.com

Little Kickers At Southfield School for Girls Mighty Kickers for 3.5 to 5 year olds, 8.15am - 9am Junior Kickers for 2 to 3.5 year olds, 9.15am to 10am Mighty Kickers for 3.5 to 5 year olds, 10.10am - 10.55am Mega Kickers for 5 to 7 year olds, 11.05am to 11.50am Bubble Babies Swimming 8.45am to 1.15pm at Kingsley School Hydrotherapy Pool. 30 min classes for 0 to 5 year olds

Giggles and Wiggles At Weekly Village Hall 10am toddlers, 11am pre-schoolers

If no contact details are provided, an advert for the class may be found in our Clubs & Classes section starting on page 25.

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Weekly Activities Timetable

Beginners Ballet & Tap Punchin Pandas 5.30pm to 6.15pm at Ise Lodge Pavilion. (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) 4 to 5pm at Ise Lodge Community For 3 to 7 year olds.

Centre Punchin Pandas Burton Latimer At Ise Lodge Pavilion. Pre-school class 1.45pm to 2.30pm, beginner class Tots Play Classes for 3 to 7 year olds 5pm to 5.45pm, At The Civic Centre 5 years+ 5.45pm to 6.45pm, Family 9.50am Social Tots Class 6.45pm to 7.45pm.

10.45am Discovery Tots 11.40am Baby Development Course Burton Latimer

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Stagecoach Theatre Arts School At Brambleside Primary School.

Early Stage Class, for 4 to 6 year olds, 9.30 to 11am. Main school (6 to 18 years) 10am to 1pm or 2.30pm to 5.30pm.

Sundays Little Kickers At Southfield School for Girls Mighty Kickers for 3.5 to 5 year olds, 9.15am to 10am, 10.10am to 10.55am or 11.15am to 12pm.

Junior Kickers for 2 to 3.5 year olds, 9.15am to 10am or 10.10am to 10.55am Mega Kickers for 5 to 7 year olds, 11.05am to 11.55am and 12.05pm to 12.55pm.

Rhymetime 11.30am to 12pm at Kettering Library. Free. Drop-in.

Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming In Kettering. 30 minute lessons between 3.30pm and 5.30pm.

Desborough & Rothwell Scrum Kids (Rugby) At Ironwood Avenue.

Various classes between 10.15am and 11.45am. Visit scrumkids.co.uk for details.

Jenny’s Dolphins Baby & Pre-school Swimming At Montsaye Sports Centre.

12.30pm - 1 & 2 year olds 1pm - 2 & 3 year olds 1.30pm - 2 & 3 year olds 2pm - 3 & 4 year olds

East Northamptonshire Mondays Rushden Rhymetime 9.30am to 10am and 10.30am to 11am at Rushden Library. Free.

Parent & Toddler Swimming 8.30am to 9.30am at Splash Leisure Pool. For under 5s. Call 01933 410505 villages Titchmarsh Monday Morning Cafe 9am to 11am in St Mary’s Church, Titchmarsh. Community coffee morning for all ages. Toys, crafts and singing for pre-schoolers and activities for older children in school holidays. 50p donation.

Contact Judith on 07801 446957.

Chapel Cheeky Monkeys In Elton Methodist Chapel, Elton, PE8 6RA. Stay & play session for under 5s. £2 per family. Includes refreshments. Tel: 07970 233343 Little Angels (Ringstead) 1.45pm to 3pm in term time.

Ringstead Primary School Hall. £1.30 per family. Contact Sue on 01933 625126.

Tuesdays Higham Ferrers Rhymetime 10.15-10.45am at Higham Ferrers Library. Free. Drop in.

Bounce & Rhyme for non-walkers 11.15-11.45am at Higham Ferrers Library. Free.

Irthlingborough

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Play & Learn for Under 1s 2pm to 3pm at the Library. Free.

RAUNDS

Raunds Stay and Play For 0 to 5s and their carers. 9.1 to 11.15am, in term time, at Th Methodist Chapel, Brook Street Includes arts & crafts. Contact: Vicky 07597 843284. Facebook Raunds Stay and Play.

Play & Learn for Under 1s 10.15 to 11.15am at Raunds Library. Free.

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Parent & Toddler Swimming 8 to 9am at Splash Leisure Pool For under 5s. Call 01933 41050 Play & Learn for Under 1s 9.30 to 10.30am at Rushden Library. Free. Drop-in

Play & Learn for Under 5s 2pm to 3pm at Rushden Library Free. Drop-in

Wednesdays Irthlingborough Play & Learn for Under 5s 10.30am to 11.30am at Irthlingborough Library. Free.

Little Crows Stay and Play session for pre-school children and their grown-ups at Crow Hill Commu Centre, Fettledine Road. £1 per family. Refreshments included.

Tel: 07970 233343.

Oundle Play & Learn for Under 1s 10-11am at Oundle Library.

Drop-in

Beginners Ballet & Tap RAUNDS (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) Play & Learn for Under 5s 4.15 to 5.15pm at the Methodist 2pm to 3pm at the Library. Free.

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Rhymetime 10 to 10.30am at Oundle Library.

Free. Drop-in.

Parent & Toddler Swimming 8 to 9am at Splash Leisure Pool For under 5s. Call 01933 41050

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Jelly Babes 9.15-11.15am at Queen Street Church Hall. £1 per family. Term time only.

Arts, Crafts & Cookery

Rhymetime 2.15pm to 2.45pm at Rushden Library. Free.

Parent & Toddler Swimming 10.30 to 11.30am at Splash Leisure Thrapston & villages Pool. For under 5s. 01933 410505 Tiddlers 9.30 to 11am, term time only.

Thrapston Baptist Church, Stanwick Entrance in St Paul’s Gardens. £1 per family. Contact Mary on: Parent & Tot Rainbow Cafe Thrapston.baptist@gmail.com A fun packed hour of arts and crafts, music and movement for Music Makers pre-schoolers. £2.50 per child.

9.15am at Titchmarsh Pavilion.

Booking essential on 01933 Fun music and movement 625522. People who come to the for 0-5 years. £4 Per child Rainbow Café can benefit from and £2 for siblings. Contact FREE entry into the Hideaway soft Naomi on 07815 293893 or play area before and after the musicmakersnorthants@gmail.com Rainbow Cafe. Normal carpark Play & Learn for Under 5s charges apply. 10.30 to 11.30am 10.15 to 11.15am at Thrapston and 1.30 to 2.30pm. Call to book: Library. Free drop-in session.

01933 625522.

FRIDAYS

Thrapston & villages Rhymetime 10.30am to 11am at Thrapston Library. Free. Drop-in.

THURSDAYS Higham Ferrers Play & Learn for Under 5s 1.30pm to 2.30pm at Higham Ferrers Library. Free. Drop-in.

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Higham Ferrers Play & Learn for Under 1s 10.30 to 11.30am at Higham Ferrers Library. Free. Drop-in Irthlingborough Rhymetime 2pm to 2.30pm at Irthlingborough Library. Free. Drop-in.

Raunds

Music Makers 11am at the Joan Strong Centre.

Fun music and movement for 0-5 years. £4 Per child and £2 for siblings. Contact Naomi on 07815 293893 or musicmakersnorthants@gmail.com

Raunds Stay and Play For 0 to 5s and their carers. 9.15 to 11.15am, in term time, at The Methodist Chapel, Brook Street.

Includes arts & crafts. Contact: Vicky 07597 843284. Facebook: Raunds Stay and Play.

Raunds

Rushden

Little Treasures 9.30-11am. St Laurence Church.

Donation optional. TT rushden Parent & Toddler Swimming 8 to 9am at Splash Leisure Pool.

For under 5s. Call 01933 410505

Parent & Tot Swimming 8 to 9am at Splash Leisure Pool.

For under 5s. Call 01933 410505 Little Sparklers 9am to 11am in The Bridge, Grounds of Whitefriars Primary School. £1 per family. Contact Emma on 07957 080074.

Parent & Tot Group / Other

Sing and Sign At Rush2TheDen, Fitzwilliam Street. 9.30am - Stage 2, 10.30am - Stage 1, 11.30am - Babes.

Breastfeeding Support Group 10am to 12pm at Rushden Library.

Free.

Stanwick Big Chef, Little Chef (with Always time to Bake) At Stanwick Lakes. For 18 months+ 10.30am until 12pm. Alternate Fridays. Call Karen to book: 07792 013274.

Thrapston & villages Bounce & Rhyme 10.30-11am at the Library. Drop-in

Saturdays OUNDLE Play & Learn for Under 5s 10.30-11.30am at Oundle Library.

Stanwick Stanwick Bakes - Children’s Cookery (with Always time to Bake) At Stanwick Lakes. 10.30am until 12pm. Alternate Saturdays. Call Karen to book on 07792 013274.

SUndays RushdeN Parent & Tot Swimming 8 to 9am at Splash Leisure Pool.

For under 5s. Call 01933 410505 We try and ensure that the information on these pages is kept up to date but we do rely on the organisers of the sessions to let us know if there are any changes.

We recommend you check with the organiser before turning up If no contact details are provided, an advert for the class may be found in our Clubs & Classes section starting on page 25.

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Wellingborough and District Mondays Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 9am and 12pm at Diana’s Health & Fitness Club.

Little Fishes (Little Harrowden) 9.30am-10.45am in the church. A Bible story, songs, prayers, crafts, toys and refreshments. Contact Margaret: mgbobby@hotmail.co.uk.

Play & Learn Under 5s (Irchester) 2pm to 3pm at Irchester Library.

Sing and Sign At the library, Pebble Lane.

1.30pm - Stage 1, 2.30pm - Babes.

Play and Learn Under 5s (Wollaston) 2pm to 3pm at Wollaston Library.

Drop-in.

Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 4pm and 6pm at Rowangate School.

Tuesdays Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 9am and 12pm at Diana’s Health & Fitness Club.

If no contact details are provided, an advert for the class may be found in our Clubs & Classes section starting on page 25.

Irchester Babies & Toddlers (BATS) 9.15-11.15am at Irchester Village Hall. £1 1st child, 50p thereafter.

Baby Ballet (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) 9.30 to 10am and 10 to 10.30am at The Studio, Earls Barton.

Rhymetime (Wellingborough Library) 9.45-10.15am. Free. Drop-in.

Bounce & Rhyme 11-11.30am. Free. Drop-in.

Play and Learn Under 5s (Finedon) 10.30am to 11.30am at Finedon Library. Drop-in.

St Mark’s Buggy Club 1.30-3pm, St Mark’s Church Hall, Queensway. Voluntary 50p donation. Contact Joy: 01933 676368.

Doddington Ducklings 1.30-3pm at Great Doddington Memorial Hall. Alternate Wednesdays. Kate: krodwell@hotmail.com Beginners Ballet & Tap (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) 4 to 5pm at The Studio, Earls Barton.

THURSDAYS

Baby Ballet (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) 10 to 10.30am at The Mission Room, Finedon.

Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 9am and 12pm at Diana’s Health & Fitness Club.

Play and Learn for Under 1s 2pm to 3pm at Wellingborough Library. Free.

Rhymetime (Irchester) 9.30am to 10am at Irchester Library. Drop-in.

Play and Learn Under 5s (Irchester) 2pm to 3pm at Irchester Library.

Drop-in.

Jigsaw Toddler Group 10am to 11.30am at Diana’s Health & Fitness, Finedon Road. Contact Gemma: info@ compasschurch.co.uk

Wednesdays Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 9am and 12pm at Diana’s Health & Fitness Club.

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St Mary’s Thursday Club Finedon 1.30pm to 3pm at The Mission room, Well street, Finedon. £2 for the 1st child, 50p thereafter. TT Play and Learn Under 1s (Earls Barton) 2pm at Earls Barton Library.

Drop-in.

Play and Learn Under 5s (Earls Barton) 10.30am to 12pm at Earls Barton Library. Drop-in.

Mucky Pups Messy Play 9.30-11am at St Andrews Church Hall, Berrymore Road. £3 for 1st child, £1 siblings. Contact 01933 272119

Beginners Ballet & Tap (Barbara Hooton School Dance) 4 to 5pm at Vicarage Farm Community Centre

Little Footprints Toddler Group 1pm to 2.30pm at St Mark’s Church, Queensway. 50p per child.

Call Samantha on 07739 362924

SATURDAYS Ballet & Tap (Barbara Hooton School of Dance) Beginners Ballet & Tap 9 to 10am Junior Ballet & Tap 10 to 11am at The Mission Room, Finedon.

Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 9am and 12pm at Rowangate School.

Mini Dribblers Football 9.30 to 10.15am for 18 months to 3 years and 10.15 to 11am for 3 to 5 years at Redwell Leisure Centre.

Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 3pm and 5.30pm at Scott Bader Pool, Wollaston.

Rhymetime (Finedon) 10.30am to 11am at Finedon Library. Drop-in.

Sundays

Play and Learn for Under 5s 10 to 11.30am at Wellingborough Library. Drop-in.

Physical classes

The Rascals Music Session 9.45-10.45am at St Andrews Church Hall, Berrymore Road. £2 1st child, £1.25 2nd child. 01933 272119.

Punchin Pandas 9am to 10am at Redwell Leisure Centre. For ages 4+

Rhymetime (Wollaston) 10am to 10.30am at Wollaston Library. Drop-in.

Music, Dance & Drama

FRIDAYS Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 9am and 12pm at Diana’s Health & Fitness Club.

Infant Aquatics Swimming 30 minute classes between 2.30pm and 5pm at Diana’s Health & Fitness Club.

Arts & Crafts

Parent & Tot Group / Other

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Index Activities & Days Out

Berzerk Cheeky Monkees Holiday Inn Corby Mini Meadows Nene Valley Railway Newlands Shopping Centre Royal & Derngate Theatre Stanwick Lakes Trilogy Leisure West Lodge Rural Centre Wicksteed Park Wildlife Trust

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Forever Living Scentsy

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Clubs & Classes

Arts & Crafts

Splat Messy Play

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Barbara Hooton School of Dancing

Music & Movement

Physical Activity

Kettering Gym Tots Little Kickers Mini Dribblers Punchin Pandas Scrum Kids Tots Play

Swim Schools

Bubble Babies Infant Aquatics Jenny’s Dolphins

Theatre Schools Stagecoach

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Nurseries, Pre-Schools & Childminders Aldwincle Pre-school Broughton Under 5s Daffodils Outdoor Nursery Fledglings Day Nursery Kiddi Caru Day Nurseries Oak Tree Day Nursery Sunnylands Day Nursery Windermere Day Nursery

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Children’s Parties - Corby Borough Council Cheers Mobile Bars Whytewell Sweet Cart

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Photographers 30 & 31

Corby Borough Council Activities for Under 5s

Giggles & Wiggles Sing & Sign

Pilates with Sylvia

Party Services

Business Opportunities

Dance Schools

Health & Beauty

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Firetree Photography Francesca Angel Photography

Pregnancy & Birth

Gabby Matthews Doula MamaBabyBliss Nurturing Hands Simply Nurture Zirconia Sleep Consultant

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Schools Northampton High School Pitsford School St Peter’s School

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Services Daisy First Aid

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Shopping & Gifts Footwear & Clothing

Funky Lil Feet Groococks For Kids

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Gifts 26

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