Toddle About Oxfordshire July - Sept 2017 by Toddle About Magazine

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... to the Summer edition for 2017!

You could be forgiven for thinking that everything stops over the summer holidays, but nothing could be further from the truth. There’s loads going on! And Toddle About is here to help you find it. Check out What’s New (p.4-6), our Summer Events section (p.13-14) and look out for any groups or classes in the Daily Activity Planner (p.28-39) that have an H after the times - this indicates that this group runs over the holidays. You’ll find plenty more inspiration for things to do with the children throughout the magazine too.

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14,000 copies of Toddle About are distributed every quarter all over Oxfordshire, including Oxford, Banbury, Bicester, Witney, Abingdon, Wallingford, Didcot, Thame, Henley-on-Thames and surrounding areas. Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the information in Toddle About is accurate and correct, we cannot guarantee that this is so and neither Toddle About nor Tim or Ruth Freed can accept any liability for loss, damage or problems arising from any errors, omissions or inaccuracies in content, nor from actions taken by readers based on information or opinions presented in advertisements or throughout the magazine. Images and information supplied by 3rd parties have been accepted in good faith and all liability for any legal transgression including breach of copyright remains with the supplying parties.

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Wh at ‘s N ew ? What’s new for bumps, babies & toddlers in the Oxfordshire area

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New Nursery on Oxford Science Park

The Old Station Nursery Group already run three nurseries in Oxfordshire, all of which are rated ‘Outstanding’ by OFSTED, and they have just opened a new nursery on Oxford Science Park. This nursery is open to all families and offer s excellent care and education for babies thro ugh to 4 year olds, including funded sessions for 2, 3 and 4 year olds. For more information contact 01865 777167 or email osp@theoldstationnursery.co .uk. www.theoldstationnursery.co.uk. P.9

Mini Professors Come to Wantage!

Join Mini Professors this summer for their interactive pre-school classes for 2-5 years at The Beacon, Wantage. Each session has weekly been carefully written to introduce ers through learn g youn to es ntur adve ce scien video. Not experiments, stories and a bespoke to those in only do they have a new class to add can also they , farm ts Mille and ot Didc , Abingdon Visit . eries nurs or ls run sessions in pre-schoo il Ruth at www.miniprofessors.co.uk or ema P.9 .uk. rs.co fesso newbury@minipro

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With holidays increasing in price, a UK family holiday is a great solution. Real Family Holidays aims to get families inspired by the outdoors, spending the UK's most time together away from screens in across sites With ions. locat ral natu outstanding on per night the UK, all holidays are £30 per pers ity per night and include all meals, one free activ area and local the re explo to e stayed, expert advic are still dates an exclusive activity booklet. There available for 2017 - find out more at www.real-family-holidays.org.

Mum2mum Market Now in Banbury and Bicester

Mum2mum Markets give parents the perfect opportunity to buy and sell pre-loved nearly new items face to face - every thing for pregnancy up to 6 years such as toys, clothes, prams, cots and more in a safe and friendly envir onment. Upcoming events are on 15th July at Bicester Methodist Church and on 9th Septemb er at Banbury Town Hall. For more info and to book a stall visit www.mum2mummarket.co.uk.

Dietary Advice for Healthy Living

Make the most of the summer sunshine with buggy-friendly outdoor fitness in the park. In addition to regu lar indoor sessions, Jeneration Fitness is now running outdoor sessions throughout the summer at Margaret Road Recreation Ground In Headington. Choose either a tough HIIT workout or a Back to Fit class, specially designed for post natal mums. Babies & children are always welcome . Book at www.jenerationfitness.co.uk/boo k-classes. Get your first class for free with code S17F REE. 4 July-Sept 2017 Toddle About

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Jo Lenz is a highly skilled, registered paediatric dietitian with over 10 years’ experience working within the NHS. Her their families. passion is for helping children and she knows ren child g youn two of er moth As a iding children prov of s ultie diffic only too well the the pressures with a healthy diet whilst juggling ire, of a busy family life. Based in Oxfordsh ne Jo provides both group and one-to-o of health consultations and covers a variety t P.6 cs.ne eteti nzdi .jole conditions. www

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Swimkidz are launching new weekend and weekday classes in September in the South Oxfordshire area. Bookings are being taken now. These will join and Didcot existing classes in Oxford, Wantage specially (Harwell and East Hagbourne). With classes these s, plan n lesso ve ressi prog d develope safe be to ler todd or aim to teach your baby out more around water - and to love it! To find .uk or call dz.co imki s@sw duck email threelittle looking for 07848 848 345. Swimkidz are also to deliver more small warm pools available to hire, P.15 es. of their fun, effective class

Clockwork Music Celebrate Summer

Clockwork Music are thinking about day trips to the seaside, and sunny days. They’re going to have a bear hunt and a teddy bears’ picnic. They’re going to visit the dinosaurs and have a tea party with the Queen. With loads of instruments, fun with Tock the Clock and Brown Bear, they’re hoping you’ll come along and join in too. Contact karen@clockworkmusic.co.uk for a free trial class or check out www.clockworkmusic.co.uk for more information. P.6

Salt Box Music Comes to New Theatre

Salt Box Music and New Theatre, Oxford, are delighted to announce that their Summer Holiday Music Jamborees are to be held in The Piano Bar at this prestigious central Oxford venue. Jamborees will be held on Wednesdays 16th and 23rd August. Richard Loftus of New Theatre, Oxford said, “We’d heard about these popular children’s music sessions and wanted to bring them and to Oxford.” Salt Box Music Jamborees are large lively group music classes for 0-6 years and 0-18 months, jam-packed with songs, percussion, puppets, games and world music. Book online now at www.saltboxmusic.co.uk. P.33

Musical Minis Summer Events

Join Musical Minis for some fun singing, dancing, action songs, interactive storytime, instrument time with parachute and bubble fun at their summer holiday events: Bicester Methodist Church, OX26 6JQ Wed 26 July, 3-4pm, Mon 7 Aug, 10:30 -11:30am & Fri 18 Aug, 10-11am. Langford Village Hall, Bicester, OX2 6 6XX Thurs 3 Aug, 11am–12noon. All above are £6 per child (siblings £4) Mickey, Minnie, Iggle Piggle and Firem an Sam will be joining Musical Minis at the BIG summer event in Bicester on Tues 25 July at 10am -12pm (£8.50 p/c, siblings £7) Places must be pre-booked and prep aid at http://toddle.club/mm-ox P.30

Splashing To Raise Money For Tommy’s

Water Babies are splashing to raise money for baby charity Tommy’s this July. Hundreds of babies and toddlers are hoping to raise £75,000 for research into miscarriage, premature birth and stillbirth as they swim a width of their pool in fancy dress. Water Babies run fun, innovative baby swimming classes. Taught by world-class teachers, their multi-award winning programme teaches water confidence and safety skills from birth. To find out more and book classes, visit or www.waterbabies.co.uk or call 01295 709221 01869 325499. P.27

New Morning and After School Club

Winchester House is launching a new Early Birds Breakfast and After School Club. Children can be dropped off at 7:45am for breakfast and the After School Club runs until 6:30pm. They are also launching three new daily minibuses stopping off at Chipping Norton, Bices ter, Buckingham and Milton Keynes to help busy parents with drop off and pick up. Winc hester House is a school for 3-13 year old boys and girls in Brackley. For details and to see the school video, visit www.winchester-house .org. P.24 July-Sept 2017 Toddle About Oxfordshire 5

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rd NCT runs regular groups to support families in their first 1000 days. They organise regular meetings including Bumps & Babies, Home Birth and Positive Birth groups, as well as postand ante-natal classes. In Septemb er they will hold a Cheeky Monkey Tea Party (Sep rd t 3 ) and one of their twice yearly bargain-filled Near ly New Sales (Sept 24th). For more informati on, including volunteering at any groups/events or becoming a seller, email oxford@nct.org.uk or follo w them at OxfordNCT. P.10

Summer Fun with Boogie Beat

Are you looking for some fun this summer? Boogie Beat are running a Roadshow week of exciting classes all around Oxfordshire from 14th to 18th August. With 14 d to be one to classes to choose from there's boun of the team One too. e caus t grea a suit. It's all for with a terminal unfortunately has been diagnosed will be illness, so all profits from the Roadshow for her ories mem ial spec e donated to help creat contact Vici on young family to treasure. To book, 28. P.37 vici@boogiebeat.co.uk or 07787 1216

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ory musi Melody Music and Dance run sens e and Storytime classes for ages 0-5 Danc Play, ory Sens c, Musi and months, es include educational songs which Class ic Mus ter. years in and around Bices ory skills and confidence. Dance mem , build maths, language, sign language selves re children learn how to express them Classes are action-packed fun whe skills. Storytime nt eme mov new ing learn and e freely whilst building confidenc s linked to the story - there's a learning whilst following weekly topic classes help children to engage in odymusic.me.uk. P.31 .mel www at e onlin out more and book new adventure every week. Find The Original Baby Signing Classes

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Baby Signing for all babies from 6 weeks to 3 years Help your baby to 'talk' BEFORE speech Lots of Fun, Songs, Music, Props & Puppets Classes available Monday to Saturday in Aylesbury, Banbury, Bicester, Abingdon, Kidlington, Oxford and Witney Oxford and surrounding areas

Contact Melissa Dryden For classes in Banbury and Bicester Telephone: 01865 377933 Contact Helen Brawn email: oxfordsingandsign@gmail.com Telephone: 01280 453052 email: helenbrawn@singandsign.co.uk www.singandsign.co.uk

Relax, stretch and strengthen your body. Yoga can alleviate many pregnancy ailments and restore your mind and body after giving birth. 5-week courses available in Syresham & Middleton Cheney. lisavalentinevinyasaflow www.lisavalentinevinyasaflow.co.uk

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Monkey Music Oxford E: oxford@monkeymusic.co.uk T: 01235 519806 SUMMERTOWN on Monday mornings WEST OXFORD on Monday mornings ABINGDON on Monday mornings THAME on Tuesday mornings HEADINGTON on Wednesday mornings NORTH OXFORD on Thursday mornings NORTH OXFORD on Friday all day WALLINGFORD on Friday mornings

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OXFORDSHIRE BABY AND TODDLER SHOW 2017 Sunday 10th September, 10am – 3pm THE KASSAM STUDIO, OXFORD, OX4 4 4XP £3.50 in advance with goody bag (£4 on the door). children are free.

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Tickets for the Oxford Baby and Toddler Show are on sale now! toddle about are proud to announce that we will be working with bright Spark events once again this year as they bring the oxfordshire baby and toddler Show back to the kassam Stadium on Sunday the 10th September.

hypnobirthing, baby yoga, music and movement classes, baby signing and much more.

the show is the biggest and best parenting event in the county, with over 80 fantastic stands all under one roof, celebrating everything pregnancy to preschool. there will be great shopping, parenting experts, a fantastic demonstration programme, activities, refreshments and fun-filled family entertainment.

you can also get your hands on one of 300 exclusive goody bags containing some great treats! goody bags are strictly limited and will only be available to advanced ticketholders so make sure you get yours by buying your tickets early, before they all go.

to make sure everyone has a fun day, the little ones will have a large soft play area to enjoy and there will be special guest appearances from Anna and Elsa, Fireman Sam and Minnie Mouse throughout the day, with photo opportunities. there is a jam-packed programme in the Demonstration Area, with a whole range of different activities and taster sessions for you to try, including baby and toddler first aid, baby massage,

if this wasn’t enough bright Spark events are also proud to have won the top 100 mumpreneur award in 2015, mumpreneur Silver website award, best business women awards finalist for excellent customer services in 2016. whether you are expecting your first or have a little one in pre-school, this event will have something for you - we look forward to seeing you there!

TO GIVE YOU AN INSIGHT AS TO WHAT TO EXPECT HERE’S SOME PREVIOUS VISITOR REVIEWS: “Just wanted to say a big well done for giving us such a wonderful fun filled day. i got to speak to every single company at the show, all of whom were so polite and friendly with great products and business concepts! can’t wait to go again!”

“what a fab event! i have just moved up from london so i have been to the excel baby event which is much larger. however, i was pleasantly surprised how good it was. all the staff were fab and all the people on the stalls were very friendly. i loved the soft play area and will be booking this for my little girl’s birthday in the Summer.”

“we visited around 12.30, and it wasn’t too busy. my children rushed to rapunzel who was amazing. looked around the stalls, then kids took part in ballet session and then met minnie mouse and played in the soft play. we had a great time!”

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Summer Fun at The Railway! Summer fun at The Railway!

There's lots for the kids to see, do and learn about at the railway this summer! Ride on a full-size steam train, visit our museum, take a trip on our miniature trains and see beautifully restored steam engines in our visitor centre with cafe and shop. We are open from 10.30am until 5pm

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Sat 12th – Sun 13th August, 10am - 5pm Fairytale Farm is being invaded by TV’s most frightening aliens when the farm park holds a special Sci-Fi Weekend in aid of charity, running all weekend. Come and play on the adventure playground and meet the amazing animals. Fairytale Farm, Southcombe, Chipping Norton, OX7 5QH Tel: 01608 238014 www.fairytalefarm.co.uk

Sat 19th August, 10.30-11.30am

Offering a fabulous day out, with free unlimited steam train rides. Come and see the display of up to 50 historic fire engines. Climb aboard a fire engine; speak to the police; examine an ambulance and enjoy steam trains - full size, miniature and model and free tea cup rides! You’re welcome to bring your own picnic. Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Station Road, Quainton, HP22 4BY. www.bucksrailcentre.org Entry £5 per person (kids under 5 go free)

Toddlers and grown-ups grab some space on the dance-floor and let the music take you away. Take a break in the chill-out zone with free face painting. Turn up the volume for a disco delight with your toddlers. Age 0-6 year olds (older siblings welcome). The Story Museum, Rochester House, 42 Pembroke Street, Oxford OX1 1BP www.storymuseum.org.uk

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Fri 25th - Sun 27th August The perfect balance of entertainment and activities for the whole family. Little ones will be well catered for with TV favourites Justin Fletcher, Dick & Dom and Paw Patrol, as well as musical acts like Baby Loves Disco. There’s endless fun at the Arts and Crafts station and in the Little Dudes’ Den, they can even take part in food demonstrations!

Bank Holiday Monday 28th August 10am - 5pm.

Rhino Weekend at Cotswold Wildlife Park is aimed at helping raise awareness and funds for Rhino Conservation work in Africa through lots of fun activities and competitions. Come and support this fund raising weekend. Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens, Bradwell Grove, Burford, Oxfordshire OX18 4JP www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk Standard Admission charges apply.

Alex James’ Farm near Kingham, Oxfordshire, OX7 6UJ www.uk.thebigfeastival.com See website for ticket prices.

A fabulous foodie day out with the whole family. Kids foodie crafts and cooking that all ages can take part in, and sample most important of all! Adult demonstrations, have-a-go workshops, and a bevy of local artisans, all set in the beautiful Cogges Manor Farm in Witney. Cogges Manor Farm, Church Lane, Witney, OX28 3LA www.cogges.org.uk £6.50 adults, £4.50 kids or under 3s are free.

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Kids are spoilt for choice at this fantastic park, with three play areas, skate park and mini golf course. You can visit the ducks at the tranquil duck pond and take a picnic on the lawns.

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When you discover you’re pregnant, the list of things you can no longer do just seems to grow. While each pregnancy, expectant mother and unborn child is different, the experts at Emma’s Diary have busted ten of the most frequently asked – and some unusual – pregnancy myths.

1. Can I fly?

4. Can I wear under-wired bras?

It’s usually safe to fly while you’re pregnant. However, some airlines won’t let you fly after week 28 of your pregnancy, so it’s always best to check what your airline’s policy is. If you’re travelling for more than five hours, there’s a higher risk of thrombosis, but it’s not clear if this increases if you’re pregnant.

While there are no hard and fast rules regarding underwired bras, healthcare professionals generally advise pregnant women to avoid them. This is because your breasts change at such a fast rate, there’s a danger the bra might restrict their shape and cause damage. At worst, it can obstruct the increased blood flow and compress the developing milk ducts, which can lead to discomfort, cysts and, in some cases, mastitis.

2. Can I have a hot bath? It’s best to avoid very hot baths due to the risks of overheating and fainting. Becoming too hot can harm your unborn baby, particularly in the first 13 weeks of pregnancy. Always make sure you drink plenty of fluids.

3. Can I still exercise? It’s important to stay active during your pregnancy, as it will help you to adapt to your changing body shape, cope with labour better and get back into shape after birth.

5. Can I still have sex?

Keep up your normal daily physical activity or exercise, such as going to the gym, swimming or walking, for as long as you feel comfortable. If you plan to start a new exercise regime, always check with your midwife first. Don’t get too hot and drink plenty of fluids throughout. Avoid contact sports and anything where you might fall, for example horse riding, gymnastics or cycling. Be aware that when you lie flat on your back after 16 weeks, the weight of the bump can press on the big blood vessels, which can affect the blood flow to the placenta and your baby. It can also make you feel faint. 22 July-Sept 2017 Toddle About

It’s very important to have adequate support from the very start of your pregnancy, otherwise there’s a danger your breasts could lose their shape permanently. A good maternity bra should have wide shoulder straps, support panels and adjustable fastenings to accommodate your increasing size. Many retailers offer a free fitting service so make regular checks to ensure that your bra is the correct size for your changing shape.

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There’s no medical evidence to suggest that having sex during pregnancy does any harm to the baby. Remember, your baby is well cushioned by a sac of fluid well beyond the neck of the womb. In fact, a loving, physical relationship is important for your wellbeing during pregnancy and sex can help your body prepare for labour. Don’t worry if you notice mild contractions during and after sex, as they won’t be powerful enough to start labour if your body is not ready – and if it is ready, sex can help to start labour. You may be advised to abstain from intercourse at certain stages of pregnancy if you have a history of miscarriage or premature labour, or if you have a lowlying placenta.

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6. Can I sleep on my back? Although it’s safe to sleep on your back during the first trimester, it’s a good idea to get used to sleeping on your side. This is because, as the uterus gets heavier, it presses on the vein that returns blood from your lower body to your heart when you lie on your back. If you do this for an extended period, there’s a danger that it could affect the flow of blood and nutrients to the placenta. If you do wake and find yourself on your back, don’t panic. It shouldn’t have any serious adverse effect on your baby. Try placing cushions between your thighs, along your back and under your bump to make the sleeping position more comfortable.

7. Can I use a mobile phone? It can’t be said for certain the effect using a mobile phone might have on your unborn child, so it might be best to err on the side of caution. Two related studies have linked babies exposed to mobile phones in the womb with behavioural problems, such as hyperactivity, during childhood, however, there is still not enough proof of mobile phone use directly causing this.

8. Can I take ibuprofen? Most medicines can affect the development of a baby in the womb, depending on the different types and the stage of pregnancy that you have reached when you take it, and you should always consult your GP or midwife before taking any medicine while pregnant. Ibuprofen is classed as a non-steroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) and some studies have suggested a possible association between the use of NSAIDs in early pregnancy and a low risk of certain birth defects. Taking NSAIDs in the last trimester of pregnancy is where the most risk appears to be. The greatest concern is that it may cause the premature closure of a vessel in the baby’s heart, which may lead to pulmonary hypertension in the baby’s lungs. The use of ibuprofen in late pregnancy may also inhibit labour and cause reduced amounts of amniotic fluid. For these reasons, unless you have been prescribed an NSAID by your GP then it’s best to avoid this group of medicines.

9. Can I eat spicy food? Don’t worry, you don’t have to give up your favourite Friday night takeaway just because you’re pregnant. However, some women are prone to heartburn when pregnant and spicy foods can aggravate this. The key is to stick to a healthy and varied diet.

10. Can I change the cat litter? The answer is ‘no’, as cat litter and cat faeces can contain a parasite that causes toxoplasmosis infection. If you get toxoplasmosis for the first time when you’re pregnant, or up to three months before you conceive, the infection can be passed to and damage your unborn baby, or can even cause miscarriage or stillbirth. To be safe, try to avoid emptying cat litter trays (get someone else to do it) or wear disposable gloves if you have to empty it yourself. Make sure the cat litter is changed every day. Wash all fruit, vegetables and salads (including readyprepared salads) thoroughly, to remove all traces of soil. You should also wear gloves when gardening in case the soil has cat faeces in it, and wash your hands and gloves afterwards. Also, be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after handling cats and avoid sick cats. Other places the parasite can be found are in undercooked or raw meat, raw cured meat – such as salami or Parma ham – and unpasteurised goats’ milk. Sheep can also carry the parasite. Most people infected with toxoplasmosis have no symptoms and don’t know that they’re infected. Contact your GP or midwife immediately if you think that you may have come into contact with the toxoplasma parasite. The contents of this article do not constitute medical advice. You should consult your midwife or doctor before acting on any statements in this article.

Article written by Emma’s Diary for Toddle About Emma’s Diary is the UK’s most trusted, influential pregnancy programme, offering credible pregnancy and early post-natal advice in collaboration with the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) and healthcare experts. July-Sept 2017 Toddle About Oxfordshire 23

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How to stop poor posture creating problems for you and your children down the road If your posture is slumped with your shoulders rolled forward, your head will follow, also going forward. This can cause extra strain on your spine and tension on your spinal cord which could lead to headaches, neck, arm and back ache, difficulty concentrating, sitting still and poor sleep just to list a few symptoms. As Chiropractors, we work to reduce the effects these strains have on the spine to keep you moving as well as you can and symptom free.

BUT WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT We are leading increasingly sedentary lifestyles from prolonged sitting and use of technology, causing a general trend of slumping, forward stooped posture and “text-neck”, especially in children. As a result, parents are seeing the need to take positive action with their children to promote better posture and back health as well as developing good habits for adulthood. The good news is that a few simple steps can help reduce the effects of poor posture on your spine, improving your overall back health:

COMPUTER SENSE • Using a laptop or tablet away from a desk really encourages poor posture, so it’s best to limit time spent in this way. It’s so much better to sit at a desk - sitting with arms relaxed and resting on the desk when typing will give some much needed support. The top of the screen should be level with the eyebrows, you can put the monitor on a book or ream of paper to achieve this. The desk chair should be tilted slightly forward, allowing for the knees to be lower than the hips. Feet should always be flat on the floor. • Don’t sit still for too long. Children should be encouraged to take a break every 20 minutes or so and stretch their arms, shrug their shoulders and move their fingers around - this helps to keep the muscles more relaxed.

SLEEPING • Mattresses do wear out and stop giving the support they did when new. Most mattresses will need replacing after 7-10 years. • When buying a mattress, take your child with you to try them out. You want to make sure that their spine is parallel to the mattress and not sagging (mattress too soft) or bowing (mattress too hard). Pay attention to their pillow too, as this is key to maintaining the neutral spine position.

Get moving • The fitter children are, the more their backs can withstand periods of sitting still. Try weekend family walks and encourage cycling or walking instead of chauffeuring them around! • Good sensible footwear can be a big help. I recommend soft-soled shoes that are supportive and have a good grip.

Finally, lead by example! Maintaining good posture and promoting good back health is something that everyone should be doing, adults and children alike. If parents make it a priority, it’s easier for their children to see the relevance.

For more information about chiropractic and how it can help, speak to Melanie Rogers at Active Family Chiropractic on 01869 722053 or www.activefamilychiropractic.co.uk or visit the British Chiropractic Association website at www.chiropractic-uk.co.uk

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10:00-11:30T at Bicester Methodist Church, Bell Ln OX26 6JQ. info@rideontimehire.com; For 0 - 5s, £5 per child (email to book). Unlimited ride on toy fun, under 12m free.

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9:30-11:00TH at Grimsbury Community Centre, Burchester Place OX16 3WT. For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Toys, crafts, snacks & drinks.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

9:45-13:00T at St Hughs Church Hall, Ruskin Rd OX16 9HU. Helen: 01280 453052; For 0 - 2s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Banbury Library Rhymetime

10:00-10:30TH at Banbury Library, Marlborough Road OX16 5DB. 01295 262282; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Water Babies Swimming Classes

10:00-17:30T at Frank Wise School, Hornbeam Close OX16 9RL. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Banburytwinsormore

10:00-12:00TH at Hanwell Fields Community Centre, Rotary Way OX16 1ER. Simone: 07921 460085; For 0 - 5s, £4 per family (drop in). Monthly group - check dates.

Playbox Theatre Training

17:00-18:00T at Playbox Theatre at The Mill Arts Centre, Spiceball Park OX16 5QE. 01926 419555; For 5s, £100 (book by term).

Bicester

The Well

9:30-13:00T at The Salvation Army, Hart Place OX26 4FR. 01869 369 160; For 0 - 5s, FREE. A community cafe with bouncy castle.

Musical Minis

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

10:00-12:00T at Bicester Methodist Church, Bell Lane OX26 6JQ. 07906 055591; For 0 - 2s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech! Baby Sensory Rhythm & Rhyme: 10:0011:00T; For 0 - 2s, £3.50 per child (please book). 0-18mths. Music Making Fun: 13:30-14:30T; For 0 - 4s, £3.50 per child (please book). at St Edburg’s Church Hall, Old Place Yard OX26 6AU. 07963 215979.

KEY: T: Term Time H: Holidays

10:30-12:00T at Bicester Methodist Church, Sheep Street OX26 6JQ. 07599 941706; For 0 - 4s, £0.50 per family (please book). Phone to check before attending.

Musical Minis

9:45-11:30TH at Langford Village Hall, Peregrine Way OX26 6XX. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). 45 minutes of structured music sessions.

Melody Music

Acorn Toddlers

13:45-14:30T at Emmanuel Church Bicester, Barberry Place OX26 3HA. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). 45 minutes of structured music sessions.

Wednesday

Banbury

Sibford Tots and Babes

9:30-11:30T at Sibford Village Hall, Sibford Gower OX15 5RW. For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Toys, crafts & activities.

Bodicote Toddler Group

Kings Sutton

9:45-11:30T at Bodicote Village Hall, White Post Rd OX15 4BN. janetate@supanet.com; For 0 - 4s, £1 (drop in). 50p/extra sibling.

10:00-11:30T at Millenium hall, Astrop Road OX17 3PG. 07825 999105; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Arts, crafts, play & singing.

10:00-11:30T at St. Francis Church, Highlands OX16 1FA. 01295 369510; For 0 5s, £0.50 per person (drop in).

Kings Sutton Toddlers

Middleton Cheney

St Francis Tots Group

Adderbury Baby & Toddler Group

Funky Munkys

9:30-11:00T at Middleton Cheney Village Hall, Main Road OX17 2LR. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per child (drop in). Runs every other Tues.

10:00-12:30TH at Lucy Plackett Activity Centre, Round Close Road OX17 3EP. Lucy: 01295 816779; For 0 - 4s, £2 per session (drop in). Refreshments provided.

9:30-11:00T at Middleton Cheney Village Hall, Main Road OX17 2LT. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per child (drop in). Runs on alternate Tues. 50p per extra child.

10:00-12:00T at Banbury Rugby Club, Oxford Road OX15 4AF. 07906 055591; For 0 - 3s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Ma Mites Mums & Tots Group

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Music & Singing

Physical Fun

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

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Bicester

Water Babies Classes

Sing & Sign Baby Signing

12:00-12:30T at Bardwell School, Hendon Place OX26 4RZ. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Messy Monkeys

15:45-16:45T at St Edburg’s Church Hall, Old Place Yard OX26 6AU. 07963 215979; For 1 - 5s, £35 (book by term).

9:30-11:30T at Bicester Methodist Church, Victoria Road OX26 6JQ. 07906 055591; For 0 - 2s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Melody Music & Dance

9:30-11:00T at The Salvation Army, Hart Place OX26 4FR. 01869 369 160; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). Activities to encourage your child’s development & creativity.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

10:00-12:00T at Bicester Emmanuel Church, 2 Barberry Place OX26 3HA. Helen: 01280 453052; For 0s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Water Babies Swimming Classes

12:30-13:00T at Bardwell School, Hendon Place OX26 4RZ. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

9:45-11:30T at Bodicote Church House, High Street OX15 4DW. 07568 358400; For 0 - 4s, £1 per child (drop in).

Classes in Bicester, Oxford, Woodstock, Aynho, Ambrosden, Banbury, Adderbury and Calvert Green (Bucks).

9:45-11:30T at Calvert Green Community Hall, Cotswolds Way MK18 2FJ. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). Classes at 9.45am & 10.45am.

For more information contact Leena Thakker Email: leena@musicalminis.co.uk Tel: 01296 738652

Bodicote

Sing & Sign Baby Signing

10:00-13:00T at Banbury Rugby Club, Oxford Road OX15 4AF. 07906 055591; For 0 - 1s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

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Launton

Music Making Fun

Ride on Time Play Session

Suitable for babies ages 8 weeks and over. Please contact Jo 07751684693 or jo@easemasagetherapies.co.uk

Ambrosden Musical Minis

13:30-14:15T at Arncott Village Hall, Murcott Road OX25 1PL. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). 45 minutes of structured music sessions.

Banbury

The Sunshine Centre

Health Visitor Clinic: 10:00-11:00TH; For 0 5s, FREE per family (drop in). Baby weighing and health advice. at The Sunshine Centre, Edmunds Road OX16 0PJ. 01295 276769. 9:30-11:30T at Sibford Village Hall, Sibford Gower OX15 5RW. For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Toys, crafts & activities.

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Rhythm, Rhyme & Story Time

10:30-11:30T at Chesterton Community Centre, 2 Geminus Road OX26 1BJ. 07963 215979; For 0 - 4s, £3.50 per child (please book).

Friday

Suitable for babies ages 8 weeks and over

Baby massage can help: • Relieve wind, colic, constipation, teething and more • Create and develop the bond between you and your baby • Provides relaxation for you both • Stimulates and supports your baby’s physical, emotional and social development Classes near Deddington and Middleton Cheney

Thursday

Sibford Tots and Babes

Chesterton

10:00-11:30TH at Kidlington Scout Centre, Blenheim Road OX5 2JS. info@rideontimehire.com; For 0 - 5s, £5 per child (please book). Unlimited ride on toy fun, email to book, under 12mths free.

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9:15-11:15T at Hook Norton C of E Primary School, Hook Norton OX15 5JS. 01608 730 697; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

10:00-11:30TH at Yarnton Village Hall, The Paddocks OX5 1TE. info@ rideontimehire.com; For 0 - 5s, £5 per child (please book). Unlimited ride on toy fun, email to book, under 12mths free.

Musical Minis

Kidlington

Community Morning Toddler Group

Yarnton

Calvert Green

Ride on Time Play Session

Hook Norton

10:00-11:00T at Launton Parish Hall, 1-2 Bicester Road OX26 5DP. 07963 215979; For 0 - 4s, £3.50 per child (please book).

Bodicote

Bodicote Stay & Play

Musical Minis is a pre-school fun time music group for babies and toddlers. Each structured session encourages cognitive, physical and emotional development through the use of music, intruments and stories.

Baby Sensory Classes

9:45-11:30TH at Grimsbury Community Centre, Burchester Place OX16 3WT. Nikki: 07714 205380; For 0 - 1s, £5.75 per session (book by term). 9.45am:6-13mths & 10.45am: 0-6mths.Free trials.

Rhythm and Dance

11:00-11:45TH at Rugrats and Halfpints, Beaumont Road OX16 1QY. 012952 50060; For 1 - 5s, (please book). New look dance class every Thursday, Run by Come to my Party.

Bicester

Adderbury

Musical Minis

11:15-12:00T at Lucy Plackett Activity Centre, Round Close Road OX17 3EP. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). Every other week, this session runs 12:45 - 1:30pm.

Banbury

Mollington Diddy Dots

9:00-11:00T at Mollington Village Hall, Chestnut Rd OX17 1BG. For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). 50p per extra child.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

9:30-12:30T at Grimsbury Community Centre, Burchester Place OX16 3JT. 07906 055591; For 0 - 2s, £7 per class (book by term). Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech!

Musical Minis

9:45-10:30T at Hanwell Fields Community Centre, Rotary Way OX16 1ER. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). 45 minutes of structured music sessions for preschoolers.

Toddle Time

The Well

10:00-11:30T at St. Pauls Church, Warwick Road OX16 2AN. For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Fun activities for babies and toddlers.

Bumps and Babies

13:15-15:45T at Sibford School, Sibford Ferris OX15 5QL. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

9:30-13:00T at The Salvation Army, Hart Place OX26 4FR. 01869 369 160; For 0 - 5s, FREE. A community cafe with a bouncy castle. 10:00-11:30T at Emmanuel Church, Bure Park OX26 3HA. For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). Babies up to crawling.

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Banbury

9:30-10:15T at Fritwell Village Hall, Fewcott Road OX27 7QA. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book).

Water Babies Swimming Classes

8:45-11:45T at Frank Wise School, Hornbeam Close OX16 9RL. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Crawlers and Explorers

10:00-11:30TH at Emmanuel Church, Bure Park OX26 3HA. For 1 - 3s, £1.50 per family (donation).

Musical Minis

10:00-11:45T at Bicester Methodist Church, Bell Lane OX26 6JQ. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). Classes at 10.00am & 11.00am.

Water Babies Swimming Classes

12:00-12:30T at Bardwell School, Hendon Place OX26 4RZ. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Hook Norton

Friday Toddler Group

9:00-11:30T at Hook Norton Baptist Church Hall (opp. Library), Netting Street OX15 5NJ. 01608 730719; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in).

13:00-14:30T at Sibford School, Sibford Ferris OX15 5QL. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £16 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Kidlington

Little Kickers Football Classes

10:35-12:10TH at Kidlington Scout Centre, Blenheim Rd OX5 2JS. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 18m - 5 yrs.

Kirtlington

Kirtlington Busy Bees

9:00-11:00T at Kirtlington Village Hall, South Green OX5 3HJ. Olivia:07946 708069; For bump - 4s, £2.50 per person (drop in). Free play,sing-along,crafts,baby area & healthy snacks.

Kidlington

Little Kickers Football Classes

10:15-12:30TH at Kidlington Scout Centre, Blenheim Rd OX5 2JS. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 18m - 5 yrs.

Launton

Melody Music & Dance

9:45-10:45T at Launton Sports & Social Club, 1-2 Bicester Road OX26 5DP. 07963 215979; For 1 - 5s, £35 (book by term).

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Monday

Carterton

Toddler Sense

9:30-12:15T at Carterton Community Centre, Marigold Square OX18 1AX. 07818 872256; For 1 - 4s, £7.50 per session (book by term). Classes at 9.30-10.15am, 10.30-11.15am & 11.30am-12.15pm.

Baby Sensory Classes

10:00-12:15T at Carterton Community Centre, Marigold Square OX18 1AX. 07907 228019; For 0 - 1s, £7.50 per session (book by term). Class starts 11/09 10am: 6-13mths, 11.15am: 0-7mths.

Carterton Library Rhymetime

10:30-11:00TH at Carterton Library, 6 Alvescot Road OX18 3JH. 01993 841492; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Eynsham

14:00-14:30TH at Eynsham Library, 30 Mill Street OX29 4JS. 01865 880525; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Great Rollright Musical Minis

10:45-11:30T at Village Hall, High Street OX7 5SW. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). 45 minutes of structured music sessions.

Standlake

10:00-11:30T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Lincoln Farm Park OX29 7RH. 07870 662483; For 3m - 4s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term).

KEY: T: Term Time H: Holidays

Woodstock

Witney

9:45-11:30T at St. Hughes of Lincoln Roman Catholic Church, Hensington Road OX20 1JH. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). Classes at 9.45am & 10.45am.

9:30-11:00T at The Masonic Hall, Church Green OX28 4AW. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (please book). Contact for age/class times.

Bampton

Salt Box Music Classes

Little Treasures Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at Burwell Hall OX28 5NP. 07941 181365; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Play,craft activities & song time.

Noah’s Ark

10:00-11:30T at Congregational Church, 4 Welch Way OX28 6JF. 01993 709992; For 0 4s, £1 per child (drop in).

Water Babies Swimming Classes

Eynsham Library Rhymetime

Oxford Swimming Academy

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

13:15-14:15T at Lincoln Farm Park, High Street OX29 7RH. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

10:00-11:30T at Witney Primary School, Hailey Road OX28 1HL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Tots Music

10:00-11:15T at Wesley Room, Methodist Church, 40 High Street OX28 6HG. 07957 185753; For 0 - 5s, £3.50 (drop in). Runs alternate Mondays.Find us on Facebook.

Salt Box Music Classes

11:00-11:30T at Finstock Village Hall, Well Hill OX7 3BU. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 3s, £6 per class (book by term).

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Music & Singing

Physical Fun

Musical Minis

Tuesday

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

10:00-10:45T at Bampton Sports Pavilion, Buckland Road OX18 2AA. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (book by 6-week term). Fun and energetic music and dance class.

Chipping Norton

Salt Box Music Classes

9:45-11:00T at Chipping Norton Theatre, 2 Spring Street OX7 5NL. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (please book). Contact for age/class times.

Noah’s Ark

10:00-11:30TH at ACE Centre Charity Family Service at Chipping Norton Baptist Church OX7 5LL. 01608 644440; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Baby Massage

13:00-15:00T at ACE Centre Charity Family Service, Burford Road OX7 5DZ. 01608 644440; For 0s, £15 (please book). Call centre to confirm dates & to book.

Arts & Crafts

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Bicester

Musical Minis

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Standlake

Oxford Swimming Academy

9:15-11:45T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Lincoln Farm Park OX29 7RH. 07870 662483; For 0 - 4s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). From 3 months upwards.

Tackley

Tackley Toddler Group

10:00-12:00TH at Tackley Village Hall OX5 3AH. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per child (drop in). Open all year apart from Christmas.

Witney

Salt Box Music Classes

9:45-15:00T at Madley Park Hall, Northfield Farm Lane OX28 1UE. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (please book). Contact for age/class times.

NCT Bumps and Babies Group

10:00-11:30TH at High Street Methodist Church, 40 High Street OX28 6HG. For 0 - 1s, £1 per child (drop in). For Babies upto 1 year.

Water Babies Swimming Classes

10:00-12:00T at Witney Primary School, Hailey Road OX28 1HL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

St Mary’s Cogglets

13:15-14:45T at Cogges Church, Church Lane OX28 3LA. 01993 779613; For 0 - 5s, £1 per child (drop in).

Woodstock

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

10:00-12:00T at Woodstock Bowls & Tennis Club, Cadogan Park OX20 1UW. Melissa: 07969 071661; For 0 - 2s, £6.50 per class (book by term).

Wednesday

Bladon

Bladon Baby and Toddler Group

9:45-11:30T at Church Room (Nxt to Bladon Church), Church Street. 01993 812651; For 0 - 3s, £1 per family (drop in). Activities for children, toys & singing.

Charlbury

Salt Box Music Classes

10:30-11:15T at Charlbury Memorial Hall, The Green Room, Browns Lane OX7 3QW. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (please book).

Chipping Norton

ACE Centre Charity Family Service

ACE 1-2 year Old Group: 9:30-11:30T; For 1 - 2s, £2 per session (drop in). Health Visitor Drop In Clinic: 13:0014:00TH; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Inc breastfeeding support. at ACE Centre Charity Family Service, Burford Road OX7 5DZ. 01608 644440.

9:30-11:00T at Witney Primary School, Hailey Road OX28 1HL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Busy Bees Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at Eynsham Baptist Church Hall, Lombard Street OX29 4HT. 07800 818625; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in). First session free.

Baby College Development Classes

9:30-12:30T at High Street Methodist Church, 40 High Street OX28 6HG. 07736 435771; For 0 - 3s, £7.50 per session (book by 12-week term). Sensory, physical fun, music & language games.

Funky Fridays

9:30-11:00T at Madley Park Hall, Northfield Farm Lane OX28 1UE. 07792 926421; For 0 5s, £1 per child (drop in). Toys, craft, song time, drink and snack.

Busy Bees Baby & Toddler Group

Woodstock

10:00-10:30TH at Woodstock Library, Hensington Road OX20 1JQ. 01993 812832; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-11:30T at Turner Hall, Church Road OX29 6TX. Julie: 07980 750133; For 0 - 5s, £2.

Woodstock Library Rhymetime

Thursday

Salt Box Music Classes

North Leigh Baby & Toddler Group

Minster Lovell Mother and Toddler Group

Salt Box Music Classes

10:00-11:30T at The Village Hall, Brize Norton Road OX29 0SP. 07805 825138; For bump - 4s, £2.50 per session (drop in). Great range of ages,toys and activities.

Carterton Library Rhymetime

10:00-12:30T at Minster Lovell OX29 0RN. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Carterton

9:45-11:45T at Carterton Community Centre, Marigold Square OX18 1AX. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (book by term). Contact for age/class times.

10:30-11:00TH at Carterton Library, 6 Alvescot Road OX18 3JH. 01993 841492; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Chipping Norton

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

10:00-12:00T at Glyme Hall, Burford Road OX7 5DZ. Helen: 01993 709532; For 0 - 2s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Help your baby communicate BEFORE speech.

Eynsham

Salt Box Music Classes

9:15-10:00T at The Music Room, 34 Newlands Street, Eynsham OX29 4LA. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (please book).

Standlake

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

10:10-12:40T at Lincoln Farm Park, High Street OX29 7RH. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

10:00-11:30TH at Stonesfield Village Hall, Field Close OX29 8EF. 01993 898212; For bump - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Toys,crafts & singing.Older siblings welcome.

Little Tiddlers (Pram Service)

Witney

9:30-10:00T at The Masonic Hall, Church Green OX28 4AW. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (please book). Contact for age/class times.

9:30-11:00T at Carter Institute, The Green OX18 2SR. npeatchey@gmail.com; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). All welcome!

10:30-11:30TH at Alice Marshall Hall, North Street OX7 7BH. 01869 340510; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). 1st & 3rd Wed of mth.

Baby College

10:00-12:00T at Glyme Hall, Burford Road OX7 5EF. 07736 435771; For 0 - 3s, £7.50 per session (book by 12-week term). Sensory, physical fun, music & language games.

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

14:00-16:00T at Eynsham Hall, North Leigh OX29 6PN. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Stonesfield

Middle Barton

Chipping Norton

9:30-11:00T at Eynsham Baptist Church Hall, Lombard Street OX29 4HT. 07800 818625; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in). First session free.

Clanfield

Clanfield Toddler Group

Friday

Witney

Water Babies Swimming Classes

Stonesfield Baby & Toddler Group

Witney

Water Babies Swimming Classes

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

Water Babies Swimming Classes

10:00-12:30T at Witney Primary School, Hailey Road OX28 1HL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

10:00-13:15T at The High Street Methodist Church, High Street OX28 6HG. Melissa: 07969 071661; For 0 - 2s, £6.50 per class (book by term).

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

13:30-14:30T at Eynsham Hall, North Leigh OX29 6PN. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Saturday

Water Babies Swimming Classes

9:00-12:30T at Witney Primary School, Hailey Road OX28 1HL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Sunday

Water Babies Swimming Classes

9:00-13:30T at Witney Primary School, Hailey Road OX28 1HL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

Standlake

9:30-11:30T at Witney Primary School, Hailey Road OX28 1HL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

13:00-15:00T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Lincoln Farm Park OX29 7RH. 07870 662483; For 3m - 4s, £11 per class (book by term).

13:15-14:45T at Madley Park Hall, Northfield Farm Lane OX28 1UE. 01993 779613; For 0 - 5s, £1 per child (drop in).

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Oxford Swimming Academy

St Mary’s Cogglets at Madley

13:00-15:00T at Oxford Witney Hotel, Ducklington Lane OX28 4EX. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (please book). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

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Headington

Back to Fit & HIIT Fitness Classes

Botley

9:15-11:00TH at Jeneration Fitness, All Saints Church House, New High Street OX3 7AL. 07779 809299; For 0 - 4s, £8 per session (please book). Various Classes/Times. Book at www.jenerationfitness.co.uk.

Baby College Baby Massage

14:15-15:15T at West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Road OX2 0BT. 01865 436920; For 0s, £9 per session (book by 3-week term). The award-winning MamaBabyBliss® programme.

First Friends

9:30-11:30TH at The Slade Nursery School Extended Services, Titup Hall Drive, Wood Farm OX3 8QQ. 01865 750670; For bump - 0s, (drop in). For expectant Mums & Under 1s in the local community.

Headington

Relax Kids Little Stars

10:00-11:00T at New Marston Pastrol Centre, Jack Straws Lane OX3 0DL. 07788 746 157; For 0 - 5s, £35 (book by term). Check www.relaxkidsroy.com for class changes.

Littlemore

Water Babies Classes

Childminders Group

10:00-11:30T at DW Sports, Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road OX4 4XP. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Clockwork Music (Headington)

Dandelions Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at The Slade Nursery School Extended Services, Titup Hall Drive, Wood Farm OX3 8QQ. 01865 750670; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). For parents/carers in local community.

Lower Wolvercote

10:00-12:00T at Baptist Church Hall, Godstow Road OX2 8NY. For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (donation). Toys, Singing, Baby corner and refreshments.

9:30-12:00T at Risinghurst United Reformed Church, Collinwood Road OX3 8HH. Karen: 07757 011539; For 0 - 4s, £5.50 per session (book by term). Call for age/times of classes.

Oxford

Littlemore

Family Fun

Water Babies Classes

10:00-12:00T at The Kings Centre, Osney Mead OX2 0ES. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). A fun group for the under 5s.

14:30-15:30T at DW Sports, Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road OX4 4XP. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Marston

Little Kickers Football Classes

10:00-11:45TH at Oxsrad Ltd Leisure Centre, Court Place Farm, Marsh Lane OX3 0NQ. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 18m-7 yrs.

Oxford

Baby College Development Classes

9:30-12:30T at St. Alban’s Church Hall, Charles Street OX4 3AH. 01865 436920; For 0 - 3s, £7.50 per session (please book). Sensory, physical fun, music & language games.

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Swimkidz Classes

10:00-12:00T at Hill End Centre, Eynsham Road OX2 9NJ. 01865 861954; For 0 - 5s, £3 per child (drop in). Outdoor dropin toddler group.

Musical Minis

10:00-11:30T at Jam and Juice, St. Matthews Church Centre OX1 4LW. 01865 726102; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). A fun group for parents,carers & childminders.

11:00-13:00T at DW Sports Centre Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road OX4 4XP. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times. 13:30-14:15T at The Jericho Community Centre, 33A Canal Street OX2 6BQ. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). 45 minutes of structured music sessions.

Summertown Monkey Music

Monkey Music

10:00-12:00T at North Oxford Association Community Centre, Diamond Place OX2 7DP. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes.Various times/classes.

BabyMania

Water Babies Swimming Classes

10:00-12:00T at West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Road OX2 0BT. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes.Various times/classes. 10:00-13:00T at St. Luke’s Church, Canning Crescent OX1 4XB. For 0 - 4s, £0.50 per family (drop in). For babies, toddlers & their carers.

Wolvercote

12:00-14:30T at Jurys Inn Hotel, Godstow Road OX2 8AL. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per class (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Toddle-In at St Aldates Church

10:00-11:30T at Toddle-In at St Aldates Church, St Aldates Church OX1 1BP. 01865 254 800; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family. Toys, crafts, singing & stories.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

10:45-12:45T at Cutteslowe Community Centre, Wren Road OX2 7SZ. Melissa: 07969 071661; For 0 - 2s, £6.50 per class (book by term).

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Tuesday

Botley

Baby College Development Classes

9:30-12:30T at West Oxford Community Centre, Botley Road OX2 0BT. 01865 436920; For 0 - 3s, £7.50 per session (please book). Sensory, physical fun, music & language games.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Physical Fun

Jam and Juice

Sunflowers Toddler Drop-in

10:00-12:00T at Magdalen Road Church Hall, 41a Magdalen Road OX4 1RB. For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Toys, refreshments & friendly people.

NCT Bumps and Babies

11:00-12:30TH at Parish Room, St Michael at the Westgate, Cornmarket Street OX1 3EY. For bump - 0s, FREE (drop in). All welcome.

Summertown

St Michael’s Baby & Toddler Group

10:00-12:00TH at St Michael & All Angels Church, Lonsdale Road OX2 7ES. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (donation). A happy, lively, and spacious drop-in group for parents/ carers.

Wednesday

Botley

Salt Box Music Classes

9:45-10:30T at Dean Court Community Centre, Pinnocks Way OX2 9DG. 01993 704207 / 07710 154601; For 0 - 4s, £6 per class (please book).

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Buttercup Music

Cowley Rhymetime

10:30-11:00TH at Cowley Library, Temple Road OX4 2EZ. 01865 777494; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Development Classes YEARS and learnt a lot along the way”

9:40-12:10T at The Coach House, Quarry Road OX3 8NU. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes.Varies times/classes.

Georgia, James, Livia & Jude

Book online at www.babycollege.co.uk

Baby College Baby Massage Classes

Feeding Young Imaginations Through Sport

14:15-15:15T at St. Anthony of Padua Church Hall, 115 Headley Way OX3 7SS. 01865 436920; For 0s, £9 per session (book by 3-week term). The award-winning MamaBabyBliss® programme.

Classes running in Oxford, Aylesbury, Chinnor & Thame International pre school football based activity programme for children from 18 months - 7 years across four distinct age groups. Little Kickers focus on play not push so children learn whilst having fun in a pressure free environment. For local classes please contact the office below or visit our website to register online.

Little Kickers Football Classes

15:45-17:15TH at Northway Community Centre, Dora Carr Close OX3 9RF. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 2 - 5s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 2 - 7 yrs.

Oxford

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

10:00-11:30T at Summer Fields School, Mayfield Road OX2 7EN. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Swimkidz Classes

11:00-13:00T at DW Sports Centre Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road OX4 4XP. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

Summertown

Baby College Development Classes

9:30-12:30T at North Oxford Association, Diamond Place OX2 7DP. 01865 436920; For 0 - 3s, £7.50 per session (please book). Sensory, physical fun, music & language games.

Clockwork Music

9:45-11:00T at Woodstock Road Baptist Church, 198 Woodstock Road OX2 7NQ. Karen: 0775 7011539; For 0 - 4s, £5.50 per session (book by term). 09:45 TickTock, 10:20 Clockmakers 11:00: Rock Around The Clock.

Toddler Time

10:30-12:00T at Summertown URC, 294A Banbury Road OX2 7HN. For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Sometimes on in hols - please ask.

Wolvercote

Wolvercote Drop-in for Under 2s

13:30-15:00T at St Peters Church Rooms, First Turn OX2 8AQ. For 0 - 2s, £0.50 per session (donation). 50p donation.

Thursday

Blackbird Leys

Blackbird Leys Rhymetime

Summertown Library Rhymetime

11:00-11:30TH at Oxford Central Library at Summertown Library OX2 7JN. 01865 815509 or 01865 815549; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). At Summertown Library.

For more information please contact Bea or Donna on 01865 436920 or at oxford@babycollege.co.uk Risinghurst Japanese Toddler Group

Splat

10:00-12:00T at St Ebbes, Lime Walk OX3 7AE. 01865 453226; For 0 - 5s, £2 per person (drop in). £2 Adult,£1 Child,under 18 Mths free.

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Headington

Monkey Music

9:45-11:45T at Magdalen Road Church Hall, 41a Magdalen Road OX4 1RB. For 0 - 4s, £3 per family (drop in). Thurs:9.45am or 10.45am.

Office: 07412 480 804 / 07850 866 736 Email: ktownsend@littlekickers.co.uk

www.littlekickers.co.uk Headington

Back to Fit & HIIT Fitness Classes

9:15-12:15TH at Margaret Road Recreation Ground, Margaret Road OX3 8NQ. 07779 809299; For 0 - 4s, £8 per session (please book). Various Classes/Times. Book at www.jenerationfitness.co.uk.

Headington Quarry Toddler Group 9:15-11:30T at Headington Quarry Foundation Stage School, Quarry School Place OX3 8LH. For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Fun friendly Toddler Group.

10:30-12:30T at Risinghurst Community Centre, Kiln Lane OX3 8EZ. 07884 063930; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Everyone Welcome.

Summertown Musical Minis

9:50-10:35T at North Oxfordshire Association Community Centre, Ferry Pool Road OX2 7DP. Leena: 01296 738652; For 0 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). 45 minutes of structured music sessions.

Friday

Cowley

Cowley Library Rhymetime

10:30-11:00TH at Cowley Library, Temple Road OX4 2EZ. 01865 777494; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Headington

Health Visitor Drop-In

11:00-12:00TH at The Slade Nursery School Extended Services, Titup Hall Drive, Wood Farm OX3 8QQ. 01865 750670; For 0 - 2s. For parents in the local community.

Oxford

St Nicholas Coffee Morning

9:00-10:30T at Daisy Class at St Nicholas School, Raymund Road OX3 0PJ. 01865 242838; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Monkey Music

Baby College Development Classes

9:20-16:10T at St. Margaret’s Institute, Polstead Road OX2 6TN. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes. Various times/classes.

Stay and Play

Cowley

9:30-12:30T at St. Anthony of Padua Church Hall, 115 Headley Way OX3 7SS. 01865 436920; For 0 - 3s, £7.50 per session (please book). Sensory, physical fun, music & language games. 9:30-11:00T at The Slade Nursery School Extended Services, Titup Hall Drive, Wood Farm OX3 8QQ. 01865 750670; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). For parents/carers in the local community.

Oxford

Monkey Music

9:20-12:00T at St. Margaret’s Institute, Polstead Road OX2 6TN. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes.Various times/classes.

St Clements Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at St Clements Family Centre, Cross Street OX4 1DA. 01865 246674; For 0 - 3s, £1 per family (drop in). Play, Singing, refreshments and lots of fun.

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

Saturday

Cowley Library Saturday Story Time

11:00-11:30TH at Cowley Library, Temple Road OX4 2EZ. 01865 777494; For 4 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 4-10yrs.

Headington

Oxford Swimming Academy Mainstream Swimming Classes

14:30-17:30T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Headington School OX3 7TD. 07870 662483; For 3 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 12-week term). From 3 years upwards.

Littlemore

Water Babies Swimming Classes

9:00-12:30T at DW Sports, Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road OX4 4XP. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

11:00-11:30T at Blackbird Leys Library, Blackbird Leys Road OX4 6HT. 01865 770403; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

9:30-11:30T at Summer Fields School, Mayfield Road OX2 7EN. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

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Little Kickers Football Classes

8:40-12:00TH at Oxsrad Ltd Leisure Centre, Court Place Farm, Marsh Lane OX3 0NQ. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 18m-7 yrs.

Littlemore

Water Babies Classes

14:00-16:00T at DW Sports, Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road OX4 4XP. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

For Music classes with a difference, come to Musicland Oxford (Headington) Ages 2-8. Transform the way your child learns music!

www.playmusicland.com Storytime at Oxford Central Library

Oxford

Musicland - Music Classes

9:40-11:45T at Risinghurst Community Centre, Kiln Lane OX3 8HA. Gemma: 07979 813 252; For 2 - 5s, £5.25 per class (book by 10-week term). Classes: 9.40am, 10.15am, 10.45am & 11.15am.

14:00-15:00TH at Oxford Central Library at 41 Oxford Castle OX1 1AY. 01865 815509; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-12:00T at Magdalen Road Church Hall, 41a Magdalen Road OX4 1RB. For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). 1st Saturday of every month.

Headington

1st Saturday

De Droomtorentjes

10:00-12:00T at St. Ebbe’s Primary School, Whitehouse Road OX1 4NA. droomtorentjes@gmail.com; For 0 - 5s, £3 (drop in). Dutch speaking parent & toddler group, once a month, email for more info.

Sunday

Little Kickers Football Classes

9:00-10:30TH at Sandhills Community Primary School, Terrett Avenue OX3 8FN. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 1 - 7s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 18 months - 7 years.

Marston

Little Kickers Football Classes

9:15-11:00TH at Oxsrad Ltd Leisure Centre, Court Place Farm, Marsh Lane OX3 0NQ. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 1 - 5s, (book by term). Fun football classes from 18m-7 yrs.

Oxford

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

9:00-10:00T at Summer Fields School, Mayfield Road OX2 7EN. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Swimkidz

9:00-12:00T at DW Sports Centre Kassam Stadium, Grenoble Road OX4 4XP. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

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Monday

Didcot Baby Monday

Berinsfield

Stay & Play

10:00-12:00TH at The Berin Centre, Wimblestraw Road OX10 7LZ. 01865 341944; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). H/V available on Monday.

Chalgrove

Creative Club

10:00-11:30T at Chalgrove and Watlington Children’s Centre, High Street OX44 7ST. 01865 400234; For 0 - 4s, £3 per family (drop in). Call centre to confirm group running.

Chinnor

Stay & Play

10:00-11:30T at Red Kite Family Centre at Chinnor Library, Station Road OX39 4PU. 01844 261163; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Rhymetime

11:00-11:30TH at Chinnor Library, Station Rd OX39 4PU. 01844 351721; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 1st Mon of Month: 3/7, 7/8 & 4/9.

Didcot

12:00-14:00TH at Didcot Baptist Church, 43 Wantage Road OX11 0BS. For bump - 2s, FREE (drop in). 50p tea/coffee donation welcome.

Didcot Sling Library

12:30-14:30TH at Didcot Baptist Church, Wantage Road OX11 0BS. 07581 022342; For bump - 5s, FREE (drop in). Runs fortnightly, call for dates.

Horspath

Horspath Toddler Group

9:15-11:30TH at Horspath Village Hall, Oxford Road OX33 1RT. Michelle: 07906 717008; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). Please check before coming in holidays.

Sonning Common

Sonning Common Rhymetime

10:00-10:30TH at Sonning Common Library, Grove Road RG4 9RH. 01189 722448; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). 1st & 3rd Mon of month (not B/H).

Thame

Cha Char Chimps Show

Swimkidz Classes

10:00-11:30T at OX11 9LR. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

10:30-11:15T at Thame Leisure Centre (in the small hall), Oxford Road OX9 2BB. 07917 683330; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 (drop in). Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

10:00-11:30TH at All Saints’ Community Hall, Roman Place OX11 7ER. 07581 429113; For bump - 5s, £2.50 per family (drop in). 2nd & 4th Monday of month.

11:00-11:30TH at Thame Library, 3 North Street OX9 3BH. 01844 212288; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

11:15-12:00T at Great Western Park Community Centre, Dan Reade Parade OX11 6BD. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (book by 6-week term). Fun and energetic music and dance class.

9:15-11:30T at The Happy Hub, Cholsey Childrens Centre, The Pavilion, Station Road OX10 9PT. 07754 081674; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

Twins and Multiples Club

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

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Wallingford

Stay & Play with Messy Play

In the Water

Music & Singing

Physical Fun

Baby Sensory

9:45-14:30T at Wallingford Sports Park, Highercroft Road OX10 9RB. 01980 849354; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Use the Toddle About Voucher for a FREE trial session (£8 without).

Storytime

15:30-16:00TH at Wallingford Library, High Street OX10 0DB. 01491 837395; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Tuesday

Berinsfield

The Berin Centre

Childminder Drop-in: 9:30-11:30TH; For 0 5s, (drop in). Small donations appreciated. Stay & Play: 13:15-14:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). H/V available on Monday. at The Berin Centre, Wimblestraw Road OX10 7LZ. 01865 341944.

Chinnor

Cha Char Chimps Show

10:30-11:30TH at Chinnor Village Hall, Church Road OX39 4PQ. 07917 683330; For 0 - 4s, £4.50 (drop in). 2nd & 4th Tues of month. Check ccchimps.com for holidays.

Didcot

Stepping Stones Toddler Group

9:30-11:15T at Didcot Baptist Church, Wantage Road OX11 OBS. Joan: 01235 817409; For 0 - 3s, £2.50 per family (please book). £2.50 per family (2 children),50p per extra child.

Baby Sensory

9:30-13:30T at Didcot Conservative Club, Foxhall Road OX11 7AD. 01980 849354; For 0 - 1s, (please book). 0-13mths: 9.30-10.30 & 12.30-13.30; 0-7mths. 11.00-12noon

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Little Lambs Playgroup

10:00-11:30T at Depuis Centre, St John’s Church OX16 9AF. 01295 262073; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

Didcot

Stepping Stones Toddler Group

Water Babies Swimming Classes

9:30-11:15T at Didcot Baptist Church, Wantage Road OX11 OBS. Joan: 01235 817409; For 0 - 3s, £2.50 per family (please book). £2.50 per family (2 children),50p per extra child.

Henley-on-Thames

13:00-14:30T at Didcot Baptist Church, Wantage Road OX11 OBS. Joan: 01235 817409; For 0 - 1s, £1.50 per family (drop in). From birth - 18months.

Goring Heath

9:45-11:15T at Oratory Preparatory School, Goring Heath RG8 7SF. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Henley Library Rhymetime

9:30-10:00T at Henley Library, Ravenscroft Road RG9 2DH. 01491 575278; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Stepping Stones Baby Group

Oxford Swimming Academy Preschool and Mainstream Classes

Tetsworth

15:45-17:45T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Harwell School OX11 0HX. 07870 662483; For 2 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). Weds & Thurs classes for 3yrs+ and Sat classes for 2 yrs+.

9:00-10:00T at Tetsworth School Hall, 15 High street OX9 7AB. 07936 708792; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). All welcome to pop in.

Finstock Toddler Group

Tetsworth Little Kites Toddler Group

Thame

Finstock

10:00-11:30T at Finstock Village Hall, Well Hill OX7 3. For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). £2.00 Per Adult.Refreshments/snacks inc.

Clockwork Music

Garsington

Monkey Music

9:15-11:30T at Garsington Sports & Social Club, Denton lane OX44 9EL. 07930 957654; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Price includes juice & snack / tea & coffee.

9:15-12:10T at Thame Barns Centre, Church Road OX9 3AJ. Karen: 07757 011539; For 0 - 4s, £5.50 per session (book by term). Fun and lively music classes from 0-4 years. 9:20-12:00T at Girlguiding HQ, Southern Road OX9 2EE. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes. Various times/classes.

Garsington Baby & Toddler Group

Goring Heath Swimkidz

Wallingford

9:30-11:30T at OratoryPrep School RG8 7SF. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

9:15-11:30T at The Happy Hub, Cholsey Childrens Centre, The Pavilion, Station Road OX10 9PT. 07754 081674; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

9:45-11:15T at Oratory Preparatory School, Goring Heath RG8 7SF. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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Watlington

Tuneful Tuesdays

10:00-11:30T at Chalgrove and Watlington Children’s Centre, Watlington Primary School OX49 5RB. 01865 400234; For 1 - 5s, £3 per family (drop in). Call centre to ensure group running.

Wheatley

Cha Char Chimps Entertainment Show

10:30-11:30TH at Wheatley Rugby Club Clubhouse, Holton Playing Fields OX33 1QL. 07917 683330; For 0 - 4s, £4.50 (drop in). 1st & 3rd Tues of month. Check ccchimps. com for holidays.

Wednesday

Berinsfield

Rhyme Time

10:30-16:15TH at Berinsfield Library, Green Furlong OX10 7NR. 01865 340771; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). Sessions:10.30-11am & 3.45-4.15pm.

Storytime at Berinsfield Library

15:45-16:15TH at Berinsfield Library, Green Furlong OX10 7NR. 01865 340771; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Runs fortnightly,call for dates.

Chalgrove Play Days

Water Babies Swimming Classes

Sandford-on-Thames

Didcot

Stepping Stones Toddler Group

9:30-11:15T at Didcot Baptist Church, Wantage Road OX11 OBS. Joan: 01235 817409; For 0 - 3s, £2.50 per family of 2 children (please book). 50p per extra child.

Swimkidz Classes

10:00-11:30T at OX11 9LR. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

Bookstart Bear Club Storytime

14:00-14:30TH at Didcot Library, 197 Broadway OX11 8RU. 01235 813103; For 0 - 4s, (drop in). Runs fortnightly,check dates with library.

Oxford Swimming Academy

15:45-17:45T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Harwell School OX11 0HX. 07870 662483; For 2 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). Weds & Thurs classes for 3yrs+ and Sat classes for 2 yrs+.

Oakley

Oakley Baby and Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Oakley Village Hall, Oxford Rd HP18 9RD. oakleytoddlergroup@gmail.com; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). £1.50 for babies under 12mths.

Thame

Baby College Development Classes

9:30-12:30T at Christ Church, Upper High Street OX9 2DH. 07951 496688; For 0 - 3s, £7 per session (please book). Sensory, physical fun, music & language games.

Red Kite Family Centre

Sensory Explorers: 10:00-11:30T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). For children with identified needs. Baby Bar: 13:00-14:30T; For 0s, FREE (drop in). 0-6mths. at Red Kite Family Centre, 99 Southern Road OX9 2DY. 01844 261163.

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Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

10:00-11:00T at Thame Barns Centre, Church Road OX9 3AJ. Sara: 01844 218841; For 0 - 4s, £2 per session (drop in). Rhymes with actions & songs and free play.

Thame

15:45-17:30TH at John Hampden Primary School, Park St OX9 3HU. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun 45-minute football classes for 18m-7 yrs.

10:30-12:00TH at De Vere Oxford Thames, Henley Rd OX4 4GX. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Stay & Play

10:00-11:30T at Red Kite Family Centre, 99 Southern Road OX9 2DY. 01844 261163; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Wallingford

Stay & Play with Messy Play

9:15-11:30T at The Happy Hub, Cholsey Childrens Centre, The Pavilion, Station Road OX10 9PT. 07754 081674; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

Mini Professors

13:00-16:00T at Wallingford Sports Park, Hithercroft Road OX10 9RB. Leigh: 01980 848354; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class (book by 10-week term). Classes at: 1.00-1.40pm (2-3yrs); 2.10-2.50pm (3-5yrs); 3.20-4pm (3-5yrs - TBC).

Thursday

Berinsfield

The Berin Centre

Little Kickers Football Classes

Wallingford

Stay & Play with Messy Play

10:00-11:30T at The Happy Hub, Cholsey Childrens Centre, The Pavilion, Station Road OX10 9PT. 07754 081674; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

Wallingford Baby Bar

12:00-14:00TH at Ridgeway Community Church, 21b & 22 St. Mary’s Street OX10 0EW. For 0 - 1s, (drop in). A breastfeeding support group.

Watlington

Starting From A Story

13:00-14:30T at Chalgrove and Watlington Children’s Centre, Watlington Primary School OX49 5RB. 01865 400234; For 1 - 5s, £3 per family (drop in). Call centre to ensure group running.

Friday

9:30-11:30T at Chalgrove and Watlington Children’s Centre, High Street OX44 7ST. 01865 400234; For 0 - 4s, £3 per family (drop in). Call centre to ensure group running.

Stay & Play: 9:30-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). H/V available on Monday. Bumps & Babies: 13:15-14:30TH; For bump 1s, FREE (drop in). Upto walking age. at The Berin Centre, Wimblestraw Road OX10 7LZ. 01865 341944.

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Chalgrove

Stay and Play

10:00-11:30T at Chalgrove and Watlington Children’s Centre, High Street OX44 7ST. 01491 614179; For 0 - 5s, £3 per family (drop in). Call centre before attending.

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Pangbourne

Swimkidz Classes

9:30-11:00TH at Didcot Library, 197 Broadway OX11 8RU. 01235 813103; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Fortnightly sessions at 9:30 & 10:30am. Check dates.

9:30-11:30T at RG8. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Pool location & times tbc,email or call for more info.

Sonning Common

Chilton Toddler Group

Sonning Common Storytime

9:30-11:30T at Chilton Village Hall OX11 0SH. 07876583191; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in).

10:00-10:30TH at Sonning Common Library, Grove Road RG4 9RH. 01189 722448; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Under 8s.

Mini Professors

10:00-13:00T at Venue To Be Confirmed. Leigh: 01980 848354; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class (book by 10-week term). 10-10.40am (2-3yrs); 11.1011.50am (3-5yrs); 12.20-1pm (2-5yrs).

Swimkidz Classes

Thame

Vici

Little Kickers Football Classes

on: 07787 121628 or vici@boogiebeat.co.uk

11:00-13:00T at The Styles OX11 0HX. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

Oxford Swimming Academy

15:30-17:00T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Harwell School OX11 0HX. 07870 662483; For 2 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). Weds & Thurs classes for 3yrs+ and Sat classes for 2 yrs+.

Wallingford

Monkey Music

9:20-11:50T at Centre 70, Kinecraft OX10 0DT. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes.

Stay & Play with Messy Play

East Hagbourne

10:00-11:30T at The Happy Hub, Cholsey Childrens Centre, The Pavilion, Station Road OX10 9PT. 07754 081674; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

9:45-11:30T at Main Hall, Hagbourne Primary School OX11 9LR. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in).

10:00-10:30TH at Wallingford Library, High Street OX10 0DB. 01491 837395; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Last Friday of month.

Hagbourne Baby & Toddler Group

Henley-on-Thames

Pangbourne

Swimkidz Classes

10:00-12:00T at RG8. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Pool location & times tbc, email or call for more info.

Thame

Stay & Play

10:00-11:30T at Red Kite Family Centre, 99 Southern Road OX9 2DY. 01844 261163; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Clockwork Music

10:20-11:30T at Thame Music Academy, 37 Upper High Street OX9 2DN. Simon: 07743 032292; For 0 - 4s, £5.50 per session (book by term). Fun and lively music classes.

Wallingford

Stay & Play with Messy Play

10:00-11:30T at The Happy Hub, Cholsey Childrens Centre, The Pavilion, Station Road OX10 9PT. 07754 081674; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in).

Rhymetime

Saturday

Babes in the Wood

9:30-11:00T at Stoke Row Pavilion, Newlands Lane. 01491 681837; For 0 - 4s, £3.50 (drop in).

8:40-11:00TH at Lord William’s School, OxfordRoad OX9 2AQ. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18month - 7 years.

Didcot

Oxford Swimming Academy

Didcot

Sunday

Swimkidz Classes

10:00-12:00T at The Styles OX11 0HX. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

Goring Heath

Water Babies Swimming Classes

9:30-12:30T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Harwell School OX11 0HX. 07870 662483; For 2 - 5s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). Weds & Thurs classes for 3yrs+ and Sat classes for 2 yrs+.

9:00-11:30T at Oratory Preparatory School, Goring Heath RG8 7SF. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

10:00-13:00T at Great Western Park Community Hall, 11 Dan Read Parade OX11 6BD. Leigh: 01980 848354; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class (book by 10-week term). Classes at: 10-10.40am (3-5yrs); 11.10-11.50am (2-3yrs); 12.20-1pm (2-5yrs - TBC).

Swimkidz Classes

Mini Professors

Goring Heath

Pangbourne

15:00-17:00T at RG8. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Pool location & times tbc,email or call for more info.

Wheatley

Little Kickers Football Classes

Swimkidz

14:00-16:00T at OratoryPrep School RG8 7SF. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

10:00-13:00TH at Wheatley Park School, Holton OX33 1QZ. Kieran: 07412 480804; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Fun football classes from 18m-7 yrs.

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Monday

Monkey Music

Abingdon

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

9:00-11:00T at Radley College Sports Centre, Radley College OX14 2HR. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Long Furlong Buggy Club

9:15-11:30T at Long Furlong Community Centre, Boulter Drive OX14 1XP. For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Friendly group - toys, craft & music.

KEY: T: Term Time H: Holidays

9:20-12:30T at The Barn, Crown & Thistle OX14 3HS. Flick: 01235 519806; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, friendly music classes. Various times/classes.

St Helen’s Baby and Toddler Group

9:30-12:15T at St Helen’s Church Centre, off West St Helen’s St OX14 5BS. Rachel: 01235 521039; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (please book). 9.30-10.45am & 11am-12.15pm.

Abbey Toddlers

10:00-12:00T at Abbey Baptist Church, Checker Walk OX14 3JB. 01235 797948; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Toys, crafts & singing.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Physical Fun

Water Babies Swimming Classes

15:30-17:00T at Kingfisher School, Radley Road OX14 3RR. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Steventon

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

9:45-10:30T at Steventon Village Hall, The Green OX13 6RR. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 5s, £5 per class (book by 6-week term). Fun and energetic music and dance class.

Arts & Crafts

Pregnancy

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Didcot

Didcot Library Rhymetime

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Wantage

St John’s Toddlers

9:15-11:15T at Grove Parish Church, Main Street OX12 7LQ. 01235 771479: weekday mornings; For 0 - 3s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Informal play session,with story & snack.1st visit is free.

Toddler Sense

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

9:30-12:15T at Snells Hall, Church Street. 07818 872256; For 1 - 5s, £7.50 per class (please book). Classes: 9.3010.15am, 10.30-11.15am & 11.30am12.15pm.

9:30-10:15T at Grove Village Hall, Main Street OX12 7JY. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (book by 6-week term). Fun and energetic music and dance class.

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

9:30-10:00T at The Buzz Cafe, Mill Street OX12 9AB. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 - 5s, £2.50 per child (drop in). Runs fortnightly,call for dates.

The Green Bean Sling Meet and Library APUK Group

Mini Professors Summer Holiday Classes

9:30-11:30TH at The King Alfred Scout Hall, Springfield Road OX12 8ES. 07971 674110; For 0 - 5s, £3.50 per session (drop in). Sling Library on 3rd Mon of month.

10:15-11:55H at The Beacon, Portway OX12 9BX. 07912 257839; For 2 - 5s, £18 (please book). 16th-30th Aug, £18 for course, email for info & to book.

Swimkidz

Baby Bar

9:45-11:15T at Wantage Leisure Centre, Portway OX12 9BY. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/ class times.

11:00-12:30TH at Health Centre, Mably Way OX12 9BN. 01235 774545; For 0s, (donation). Breastfeeding advice & support.

Thursday

Tuesday

Abingdon

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

9:30-12:00T at Radley College Sports Centre, Radley College OX14 2HR. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

11:00-11:45T at Snakes and Ladders, Audlett Drive OX14 3NJ. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 5s, (drop in). Inc in your entry fee to Snakes & Ladders.

Water Babies Swimming Classes

16:45-18:15T at Kingfisher School, Radley Road OX14 3RR. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Faringdon

Faringdon Baby and Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at Faringdon United Church, Coxwell Street SN7 7HA. Alex: 07912 250738; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). £2 adult & child,extra kids 50p. First session free.

Clockwork Music

Wednesday

Abingdon

Abingdon Library Rhymetime

9:30-11:30TH at Abingdon Library, The Charter OX14 3LY. 01235 520374; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Sessions at 9:30 - 10:00 & 11:00 - 11:30.

Oxford Swimming Academy

9:30-11:30T at Oxford Swimming Academy, Radley College Pool OX14 2HR. 07870 662483; For 0 - 4s, £11 per class (book by 6-week term). From 6 months upwards.

Baby Sensory

9:45-13:45T at Radley Village Hall, Gooseacre OX14 3BL. 01980 849354; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Times: 9.45-10.45am: 6-13mths, 11.15-12.15: 0-7mths, 12.451.45pm: 0-13mths.

APUK Abingdon

Baby Sensory

10:00-12:00TH at Hadland Road Community Centre, Hadland Road OX14 3YH. For bump - 5s, £2 per session (drop in). Natural parenting group with nappy & sling library.

Wantage

11:45-14:50T at Christ Church Abingdon, Northcourt Road OX14 1PL. Leigh: 01980 848354; For 2 - 5s, £7 per class (book by 10week term). Classes at: 11.45am-12.25pm (2-5yrs); 1-1:40pm (2-3yrs); 2.10-2.50pm (3-5yrs).

10:00-12:15T at The Pump House Project, Swan Lane SN7 7AF. 07907 228019; For 0 1s, £7.50 per session (book by term). Class starts 12/09 - 10am:6-13mths, 11.15am:07mths.

Swimkidz

13:30-15:30T at Wantage Leisure Centre, Portway OX12 9BY. Tina: 07904 663814; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Call for age/class times.

Mini Professors

Childrey

Childrey Little Ducks Baby and Toddler Group

9:30-11:15T at Childrey Little Ducks Baby and Toddler Group, Methodist Church OX12 9UU. 07825 241 395; For 0 - 4s, £2.20 (drop in).

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9:30-12:00T at The Manor Preparatory School, Faringdon Road OX13 6LN. Karen: 07757 011539; For 0 - 4s, £5.50 per session (book by term). Fun and lively music classes from 0-4 years.

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

9:30-11:00T at Radley College Sports Centre, Radley College OX14 2HR. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.

Botley

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

10:00-12:00T at Dean Court Community Centre, Pinnocks Way OX2 9DG. Melissa: 07969 071661; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by term).

Drayton, Abingdon

Drayton Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at Drayton Village Hall, Lockway OX14 4LG. For bump - 5s, £2 (drop in). Toys,puzzles,crafts, singing. 20p extra child.

Faringdon

Faringdon Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at Faringdon United Church, Coxwell Street SN7 7HA. Alex: 07912 250738; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). £2 adult & child,extra kids 50p. First session free.

Wantage

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

9:30-10:15T at The Beacon (formerly Wantage Civic Centre), Portway OX12 9BX. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (book by 6-week term). Fun and energetic music and dance class.

Playmates Challow Toddlers

9:45-11:15T at Challow Village Hall, Main Street OX12 9SR. 0775 3428775; For 0 - 5s, £2 per session (drop in). £2 for 1 child,£2.50 for 2 or more children.

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Baby Sensory

10:00-12:15T at St John Vianny Church Hall, 4 Charlton Road OX12 8ER. 07907 228019; For 0 - 1s, £7.50 per class (book by term). Class starts 14/09 - 10am:6-13mths, 11.15am:0-7mths.

Mini Professors

10:00-12:00TH at The Beacon, Portway OX12 9BX. 07912 257839; For 2 - 5s, £6.50 per child (book by 10-week term). Classes at: 10.15-10.55am (2-3yrs); 11.15-11.55am (3-5yrs).

Friday

Water Babies Swimming Classes

16:00-17:00T at Kingfisher School, Radley Road OX14 3RR. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

13:00-17:30T at Kingfisher School, Radley Road OX14 3RR. 01869 325499; For 0 - 4s, £16.50 per session (please book). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Abingdon Library Story Time

Wantage

14:30-15:00TH at Abingdon Library, The Charter OX14 3LY. 01235 520374; For 3 - 5s, FREE (drop in). For 3-7 years.

Toddler Sense

9:30-11:15T at The Old Mill, School Lane OX12 7LB. 07818 872256; For 1 - 4s, £7.50 per class (book by term). Classes: 9.3010.15am & 10.30-11.15am.

Botley

Little Kickers Football Classes

Baby Sensory

10:00-12:15T at Grove Village Hall, Main Street OX12 7JY. 07907 228019; For 0 - 1s, £7.50 per class (book by term). Class starts 15/09 - 10am: 6-13mths, 11.15am: 0-7mths.

Abingdon

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

9:30-10:15T at Long Furlong Community Centre, Boulter Drive OX14 1XP. Vici: 07787 121628; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (book by 6-week term). Fun and energetic music and dance class.

St. Edmund’s Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-11:15T at St. Edmund’s Parish Centre, 1 Oxford Road OX14 3PL. Laura: 07568 149815; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Craft,play,singing & refreshments.

Saturday

Puddle Ducks Swimming Lessons

12:00-13:00T at Radley College Sports Centre, Radley College OX14 2HR. 01666 577377; For 0 - 5s, £14 per class (book by term). Baby, toddler & pre-school swimming lessons.