Toddle About Warwickshire New Year (Jan - Mar) 2016 by Toddle About Magazine

Loving life with little ones

MY TWO DADS

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Jan - Mar 2016

When gay adoption gets awkward

CR AF T TIME Mother's Day Craft Ideas

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Hello & welcome

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If you’re wondering what’s on offer for little ones near you, then you’ve come to the right place! Toddle About is the parents’ bible for everything bump, baby and toddler - we’ve done all the research, so you don’t need to. Looking for your local tots group, or something to do on an idle Wednesday afternoon? Pop over to page 29 and you’ll find literally hundreds of options to choose from. Looking for the best local deals? We have vouchers giving you £100s of savings in our centre pages - use them and you’ll be supporting local businesses too. Or put your name in the hat to win a relaxing spa break (p.21) or a family holiday in Devon (p.19) in our fab competitions. Just want a good read while you grab a few minutes’ peace? Find out How to be a Successful Working Mum on page 28, understand Ways to Limit Screen Time on page 12 or discover what it’s like to be an adoptive gay dad in My Two Dads on page 22.

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Contents What’s New?

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Mother’s Day Craft

Shop About

10-11

Limiting Screen Time

12-13

Family Holiday Review

14-15

Toddle Models

17-19

Win a Spa Break

My Two Dads

22-23

Special Offers

24-26

Valentine’s Day Recipe

How to be a Successful Working Mum

Daily Activity Planner Directory

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

Key to each area:

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Sing and Sign, the award-winning baby signing classes, are launching at two new venues in Warwickshire classes, for babies and The . 2016 ary from Janu be held at toddlers from birth to 24 months, will bers, Cham rd Cliffo in ery Nurs s field Fresh ily Tree Stratford-upon-Avon, and at The Fam es are Club in Leamington Spa. Existing class munity Com dow Mea e Chas at able already avail on, sessi trial free a y enjo Centre in Warwick. To quote and 91 4155 9 0178 on a Pipp act cont o.uk. P.35 ‘Toddle About’’. www.singandsign.c

The Family Tree in Leamington Spa is opening its doors to members and non-members for its first ever Bum p, Birth and Beyond event. This fantastic event will host a variety of talks and workshops rang ing from how to have an amazing birth, through to parenting techniques for tricky toddlers. The even t takes place on Tuesday 9th February from 10am till 3pm and you can find out more infor mation by emailing info@family-tree-club.co. uk. P.15

New Mighty Kickers Class in Rugby

Little Kickers run pre-school football classes in Northampton, Daventry and Rugby and are launching new mid-week Mighty Kickers classes on Tuesday mornings at Cawston Community Hall, Rugby. In addition to Little Kicks (18-27 months) and Junior (2-3½years) classes, 5 the new Mighty Kickers class is aimed at 3½ to year olds and is a great way to burn off energy, learn football skills and have great fun. For a free 3 taster session, contact Lynne on 01327 70015 or lnewbould@littlekickers.co.uk. P.32

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New Rhythm Time Young Baby Course

The new Young Baby Course from Rhythm Time is a 4-week course with special multi-sensory activities designed for young babies up to 6 months. The half hour classes include musical activities for eye tracking, muscle deve lopment, tummy time, massage and lots more . The course starts on Tuesday January 12th at 11am at the Kenilworth centre and costs only £18 for all 4 weeks. Call Sue to book a place 01926 886995. www.rhythmtime.net/st48. P.37

LoveBallet Comes to Cawston

Get out of the cold and enjoy bright and colourful classes with Arty Splats this winter term. From January, Arty Splats have exciting thing s planned with fabulous weekly themes such as Little Builders, Robot Adventures, It’s a Bug Life and more! Their exciting classes combine art, crafts, music, mess y play and loads more, and are designed for babie s and toddlers aged 6 months plus. See all the fun they have by booking a free trial class (new customers only) - contact Jo@artysplats.co.uk or visit www.artysplats.co.uk for more details. P.7

Warwick

New Sing and Sign Classes

Bump, Birth and Beyond Event

Brighten Up Your Little One’s Winter Term

Kenilworth

Many parents will be excited to hear that LoveBallet Dance Company are launching ays classes at Cawston Community Hall on Mond Tap, Ballet, e includ s Classe 2016. ry Janua from n Modern & Gymnastics will be offered for childre 3 years upwards. On Fridays they are offering their very popular Mini Movers class from 10am For (£5 PAYG) which includes cake and a hot drink! ct conta or o.uk allet.c loveb www. visit info more Miss Lorraine at Lorraine@loveballet.co.uk. Get your first session free when you quote ‘Toddle About’ (new customers only). P.45

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Baby College Keeps on Growing

With a loyal following in Oxford and Reading over the past 15 years, Baby College is launching as a exciting new national franchise. New franchisee Tiffiny started running the innovative parent & baby development classes in Bedford in January 2015 and Baby College Mid Herts and ry Baby College Wokingham are opening in Janua g 2016. Latasha (pictured), who attended trainin with her 6 week old baby Eden, plans to take Baby in College to Trinidad when she moves back there November. Baby College International! For details of franchise opportunities see www.babycollege.co.uk.

Learn Chinese through Music

In tomorrow’s economy, speaking Chinese will give your child a huge advantage in life, and as we all know, learning languages is second nature for babies and toddler s. Now your child (and you!) can learn Mandar in and music through singing, chanting and moving to nursery rhymes with Mini Man darin Musicians. There are two levels: for 6m2 years (explore musicianship and sensory awa reness) and 3-5 years (music integrated with theatre, more instruments and movement). Contact Dr. Huang to book a free taster session at edith1120@gmail.com or 078 70 16 5155. www.mmmusicians.com. P.41

More Dandy Classes in Warwick and Leamington

Dandy Development, the award winning ed to welcome back thrill is , class ler todd and baby y will return from Beck y! Beck er, its fabulous teach Dandy fun, maternity leave in April with more even more and es class ick Warw bringing new already run classes to Leamington. Nikki and Tara baby sign, bine com that ons sessi htful delig these week the t ghou throu fun music and sensory more across Warwickshire – so now you have uk or options! Visit dandydevelopment.co. pment.co.uk contact Nikki at nikki@dandydevelo for more info. P.12

The Cotton Nappy Company Gets Gon g

Congratulations to The Cotton Nappy Company for winning Small Business of the Year at the Leamington Business Awards. The Leamingtonbased shop was praised for its inno vative, ethical approach and outstanding customer service. Owner, midwife and mum of four, Anna Leeksma said, “We thank our customers for votin g for us and are delighted that so many parents are making the switch to cloth nappies and babywear ing”. Watch out for some exciting changes in 2016 including a new range of children’s shoes, designed using the ‘barefoot’ principle. www.thecottonnappycompany.co.u k. P.10

Treats from the Little Monkey Club

offering Monkey Music has a new partner n you join Whe unt! disco sive exclu an bers mem p, with grou c musi l choo pre-s g the award-winnin ington and classes across Stratford, Warwick, Leam Monkey Club. Kenilworth, you’ll also join the Little zing special ama some to There you’ll have access High Street – the in ds frien key’s Mon from s offer s, TOMY, with discounts from the likes of Joule Microscooters and now Theatre Breaks, Monkey’s latest partner – offering Monkey Music families up to 40% off London theatre tickets. Contact Claire for more info: 01789 720289. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. P.33

Brand New Thursday Classes in Leamington Spa!

Due to popular demand, the award-winning Gymboree will now be running 2 more animated, action-packed, educational music classes at The Family Tree Members Club on Thursday morn ings. Join in the musical adventure by booking your FREE taster class today, and allow your baby or toddler to truly let their natural creativity and imag ination lead the way! Places fill up very quick ly, so don’t delay. Classes also run in Warwick and Kenilworth. Call 07881 892 686 or warwick@gym boree-uk.com for further details. P.48

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Baby Massage Classes at Swim Works

Swim Works is the new purpose built, family swim centre in Hillmorton, Rugby, offering swimming courses for babies from 8 weeks in their warm, virtually chem ical free pool. From January they are now offering parents baby massage courses too. Baby mass age has many benefits like better sleep patte rns, digestion and colic relief and it is a wonderfu l way for you to feel close to your baby. For more infor mation email info@swimworks.co.uk or book online at www.swimworks.co.uk. P.43

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From January, Warwick Nursery School will hold a weekly drop in Stay rs with babies and & Play session for parents/ care Vip young children on Fridays 1-2.30pm. It will be run by , Mum qualified staff and there will be creative activities ily. 50p per fam just for es rhym and gs son , outside play t Warwick Nursery If you would like to find out wha r next Open thei on them visit r, offe can ol Scho 12th March Sat & y ruar Feb 6th Mornings on Sat hool.org. P.43 rysc urse ickn (10-11.30am). www.warw

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Perfect for Mother’s Day, this is an easy craft that your little ones can get involved with and enjoy!

4) Stack up the circles by size. One large, one medium and then a small. Then glue them together. 5) For the middle of the flower, glue on a button.

1) Let your little one paint colours on some brightly coloured paper/card, splatting, smearing, finger painting or make prints with cookie cutters. 2) When the painted paper is dry, cut out circles in three different sizes. For ease, draw around cups of different sizes before cutting. 3) Now you have three sizes of circles, get your little one to crumple each circle up and then flatten it out again. The crumpling will give the flowers a 3D effect so they look more like real flower petals.

6) On a separate piece of folded card/paper, your little one should then draw stems, leaves and grass. 7) With a dab of glue, attach the flower to their stems to finish off the cards!

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Fun and skills that could save your child’s life We feel incredibly proud that we’ve helped save a number of very young children’s lives after they’ve fallen into water and survived – thanks to the skills they learned with us. Our world-class teachers could have trained as private pilots – five times over – in the time it takes to fully qualify with us. You can trust us to take the very best care of you and your little one.

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Squid Soap - £1.99 Squid Soap, is an innovative, gentle children’s soap, which teaches your child to wash their hands properly, in a fun and exciting way. By pushing down on the dispenser, a washable stamp is stamped on your child’s hand, which they then wash off using the creamy lather. It even comes with a collectable squid bath toy. Available from Tesco & Superdrug

Garmin BabyCam £159.99

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To be released in the UK in January 2016, the Garmin BabyCam is the world’s first in-vehicle video baby monitor, allowing you to safely and easily check on your baby in the back without turning round, even in the dark. Pair the camera with a compatible Garmin SatNav and switch easily between route directions and rear-seat camera. Available from www.garmin.com

Inner Peace Hatha Yoga & Pregnancy Yoga Classes run during term time, Monday - Saturday at venues in and around Rugby. Tel: 0794 127 9343 | innerpeaceyoga@hotmail.co.uk Hatha & Pregnancy Yoga classes catering for all abilities.

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Preparing homemade meals for weaning can be laborious - one of the best ways is to blend up a meal and then freeze batches in ice cube trays. Kiddie Cubes do this for you. Blended to a fine smooth consistency, they are perfect for Stage 1 and 2 weaning. They contain no ‘nasties’, only 100% organic and natural ingredients, and the cook-and-freeze process keeps vital vitamins and minerals ‘locked in’. Available from Ocado, selected Waitrose and Asda stores

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Fifteen years ago it was common to have one TV in the corner of the lounge and one computer on a desk in the study. Ten years ago we started having computers on our laps, now we have them in our pockets. They’re coming closer!

It’s the first time they’ve been quiet all day, it’s your first moment of peace and there’s still another 5 hours until bedtime. They’re absorbed in playing a game or watching a video, it’s educational, it’s benefitting them. But have you set the limit for how long your child can be on their tablet? (Other screen based technologies are available!)

And that is not just irony. The next thing to hit a child’s birthday list near you will be screens in front of our eyes. For less than £15 including postage and packaging you can get a Virtual Reality headset that plugs into your mobile phone. Interactive glass wear is also being developed, it’s certainly being used by athletes already. We’re approaching a time when our children will be plugged into screens less than 2 inches from our eyes! And with this shift comes a new set of skills. Far more than ever before, we now need to train our children to be able to cope with self-limiting their screen time. As adults we are familiar with that feeling when you have spent too long on the computer or you need a breath of fresh air. We know when to

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Classes are held in Barford, Long Lawford, Warwick, Harbury, Burton Green, Whitnash, Kenilworth and NOW in Cawston! If you would like to reserve a place please contact Nikki soon, as many classes have a waiting list.

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are becoming tired, irritable or overwhelmed.

go and make a cup of tea or how to do something completely different to rest our eyes. Children are prone to overindulging; they don’t know when to stop and it causes many a toddler tantrum. We learn how to self-regulate our desires and wants during the ages of 2-4 based on our experiences as a baby of being soothed when we got too worked up. In our early years this is externally regulated by our parents - our selfregulation of emotions comes later. Consider sweets as an example, where without your guiding words very often they’d keep on eating them; as they grow older our children then develop the ability to say no themselves. It is no different with screen time and technology. Initially you have to regulate their use, so that your child can recognise when they

Maybe for young children you’ll use a timer, and for the older ones a set time, even during teenage years. Discuss with your children how you know when your eyes are tired, help them to recognise when they’ve had enough. Teach them when to take a break and get some fresh air (this will be a vital skill as they go through their teenage years!). As a family have regular non-screen days. days Most of all remember why you’re doing this - you want them to develop the skills that they will need in the future. This is a skill that we need to teach children from a young age so they don’t even think twice about limiting their screen time when they get older.

Richard Daniel Curtis is an author and leading child behaviour expert. He has recently launched Help My Child Grow, the parenting network of the future, to help parents who want to know what to say and do now to help their children succeed in the future. For your free report on The 5 Technologies That Every Parent Needs To Know About Now, then head over to www.helpmychildgrow.com

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North Hayne Farm Cottages, North Devon

The lights were on, it was toasty warm and, as I walked into Squirrel Nutkin cottage, it seemed that all the tension in my body just dissipated… it felt as if we had come home. It was a comment echoed by a couple of the other families staying at North Hayne Farm Cottages at the same time as us – and one of them was on their 5th visit! Which begs the question – why is this place so special? We first stayed at these delightful holiday cottages in October 2014, and we loved it. We are not the kind of family that typically returns to the same place to holiday each year - we tend to prefer new experiences and new places - but this place has something about it.

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A week before the holiday, someone asked our children where they were going. The reply was instant; “Cheryl and Rogers!” “Oh,” said our friend, slightly confused, “You’re visiting friends?” Which turned out to be a hard question to answer. You see, Cheryl and Roger own the farm, so on the surface our relationship is transactional – we pay them for our holiday. But they are such lovely people and they are such a part of your holiday, that I really do feel like they have become friends. Another ‘something’ that makes this place special is the children’s farm they have built on site, with bunnies, guinea pigs, chipmunks, pigs, sheep, alpaca, goats, ducks and ponies. The children are invited to feed the animals twice a day at set times – and they have a donkey

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Warwick Preparatory School, Bridge Field, Banbury Road, Warwick CV34 6PL admissions@warwickprep.com | 01926 491545 | www.warwickprep.com Warwick Preparatory School is part of the Warwick Independent Schools Foundation, together with King’s High School and Warwick School, providing high quality education for boys and girls aged 3-18.

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ride every morning! From the way they stampede out the door of the cottage in the morning, I don’t think there’s a better way for a child to start their day. This regular animal feeding does something else as well as entertaining the children though – it brings all the visiting families together. You end up chatting and getting to know the other guests – and your hosts - in a way that I haven’t experienced on any other holiday. The camaraderie that develops between you and the other guests enhances the whole experience in a hard-to-explain way. Both times we have visited now the children have hit it off and made firm friends. Every cottage has its own hot tub, which is a lovely touch, and this year we enjoyed a family dip after it got dark one evening. It was then that we discovered that Exmoor National Park, where the

farm is located, is an official Dark Sky Reserve… Watching shooting stars fly across the autumn sky from the warmth of a hot tub in such an idyllic setting is a memory we will all treasure for a long time to come. Some things had changed this year – but all for the better, I’m pleased to report. In particular, the children’s farm has been upgraded to a larger, properly concreted area with brand new, purpose-built barns, and a dedicated walk area for the donkeys. It was opened by the mayor and is a really excellent development. But the things that make this place so truly fabulous haven’t changed a bit and, despite our penchant for new experiences, I have a feeling that our annual holiday to ‘Cheryl and Rogers’ has become a new family tradition.

North Hayne Farm Cottages take bookings all year round, and host special activities for events such as Christmas, Easter and Halloween. 7 night breaks start from £361, 4 night breaks from £253. Visit www.northhaynefarmcottages.co.uk for full details. Contact Cheryl & Roger for availability on 01769 550807 or info@northhaynefarmcottages.co.uk.

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Award-winning baby development classes for babies from birth to 13 months. Packed with a variety of sounds, sights, textures, music, dance, signing, massage, puppet shows, light shows, parachutes, bubbles and so much more! Classes at: Leamington Spa, Stratford and Warwick Call Gemma on: 07989 502 712 Email: warwickshire@babysensory.co.uk

Classes at: Clifton, Marton, Boughton Leigh and Pailton Call Sarah on: 07966 527509 Email: rugbyarea@babysensory.co.uk

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Winners

Baby & Toddler Photo Competition Winners

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Thank you to everyone who entered the Autumn Toddle Models competition. The theme was fancy dress, and as you can see we had so many truly wonderful entries - thank you so much to everyone who entered! Congratulations goes to the following winners: Baby Prize Bundle (worth over £75): Liam Goode. Toddler Prize Bundle (worth over £79): Sofija Skalbe. Pre-School Prize Bundle (worth over £79): Vivaan Gowda.

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Caitlyn Dye, 20 months

Ethan Rawlings & Reuben Warwood, 6 months

Emmie Heslop, 11 months

Sofija Skalbe, 2 ye

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Beth Annetts, 4 weeks

Henry Rees, 7 months

Delilah Hollands, 2 years

Seren Rose Claypole, 1 year

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Dillan Rose, 22 months

Flynn Bradley, 3 years

Darcy Carol Hughes, 1 year 2 months

Belle Brooke McNulty, 10 weeks

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Rosie Webb, 2 years

Tilly Rose Waters, 3 years 4 months

Kristine Cate Peralta, 1 year 2 months

Tom Pearson, 5 months

Ivy Stratton, 2 ¾ years

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My Two Dads Nick King, a gay adoptive father of two, gives us a glimpse of family life with two Dads.

People are funny aren’t they? Kind. But often very funny. My name is Nick, my husband is Jay and we have two children. Our son is now eight having come home to us when he was three. Our daughter, now four, came home when she was eighteen months old. Both adopted. Not birth siblings. But they do look very alike. “The work of a good Adoption Social Worker,” I say by rote in answer to that question, invariably asked when people have summoned up enough courage to do so.

Regardless of age and background, recipients of the news that we, a male couple, have two children have at worst been polite and at best enthusiastic. Occasionally, whilst positive, the response still takes us by surprise. Sadly, my Mum died the day before our son came home with us for the first time. My Dad, now a widower, lives in a sheltered housing development in the town close to where we live. His default position in relation to his neighbours is one of being anti social. Largely female, the other residents congregate often in their communal room. They have morning coffee and afternoon tea, they organise birthday treats, film shows and sherry parties. They celebrate annual and national events with their own genteel get togethers.

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The children get a treat too. The centre of much elderly cooing attention, they are assured their pick of the biscuits or cakes the ladies have to accompany whichever event they are attending. So while I am undertaking my daily visit to see my Dad, if the residents are congregated in their communal room the children will often spend some time there.

Throughout our adoption journey, we’ve generally found support, tolerance and even admiration from those around us and those we have come across. Inquisitiveness too, sometimes misplaced, but never malicious.

Grandad rarely attends.

We, on the other hand, try and join in. The ladies like to see the children. Those who do have family locally tend to be the grandparents of now much older children, so to have our young son and daughter visit their communal room is a treat.

We are incredibly lucky with our adopted children. They are both blonde. They both sport tans easily obtained in the summer. We are very proud that they are also kind, attentive and polite in the presence of others. They are particularly well behaved around the elderly. So, their visits to the elderly ladies in the communal room are enjoyed by all, with both sides of the equation obtaining pleasure from the visit. As we visited Grandad a little while ago one of his elderly neighbours stopped us. After initial greetings and pleasantries about the weather she said, “we’ve been talking about your little family,” “Oh? I hope the children have been behaving,” I said, casting an eye at our little darlings as they chased around the development’s communal lawn. “Oh yes, they are an absolute credit to you,” Grandad’s neighbour said. “They’re such good looking children too.” “Thank you,” I said.

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“Yes, we were all saying that the other afternoon. Do you know? We just couldn’t decide. Which one of you they looked like more.” Jay and I shared a quizzical glance. “Um, I’ll try and explain.” he said. “Don’t you dare!” I replied. “Lovely, quite lovely,” Grandad’s neighbour said as she walked away. Our children don’t seem to blink at having two male parents. Clearly, other people don’t seem to take too much notice either, or indeed notice at all. Except for one day of the year. The fourth Sunday in Lent, which for us in the UK, is Mothering Sunday. The rest of the world generally celebrates Mother’s Day in June. I don’t know why we in Britain choose March, we just do. As, unsurprisingly, do Ireland and also perhaps more surprisingly, Nigeria.

years various teachers, play school helpers and creche supervisors approach the inevitable ‘for whom should we make the card’ conversation with us with visible dread. Last year, our daughter’s play school teacher approached me and asked, in slightly embarrassed tones, “Mother’s Day is coming up, we’ll be making cards, who should we help your daughter make a card for?” The teacher shifted uneasily from foot to foot. “Don’t worry, let her make a card for whoever she wants to, it could be Granny, or one of her aunts maybe?” I said. The teacher looked slightly happier. “Please don’t worry, it really isn’t a big deal,” I reassured her. Those are words I have found myself saying very often. “It isn’t a big deal. We genuinely don’t mind. Please don’t worry.”

So Mothering Sunday is a constantly moving fixture of the British Spring. This year it’s early, on March 6th.

The concern of those around our children to ensure they are not left out, but that equally we are not offended in any way, is I think extraordinarily thoughtful and kind. Putting them at ease becomes a concern in itself.

Cue numerous cards depicting daffodils and tulips made by adoring children for their doe eyed mothers. For weeks ahead of the date playschools, kindergartens and school early years classes are filled with children madly gluing, pasting and colouring their cards ready for presentation on the big day.

Approaching Mother’s Day I face the dilemma. Do I wait for the children’s teachers to raise the annual issue with me, or should I say something first? If I say something, does that give the impression that actually we are concerned about it? If I say nothing I condemn them to having to raise the issue with me.

That pressure never leaves the dutiful British child.

One word describes the situation. Awkward.

I had a friend when I was a teenager who invariably forgot it was Mothering Sunday. In North Devon, where I grew up, the country lanes are sunken between earth banks topped with hedges. At this time of year they abound with daffodils.

Believe it or not we also face similarly awkward issues when Father’s Day comes around. This time of course there’s no problem about to whom the children should address their card.

My friend would therefore get up, often slightly the worse for wear, early on the morning of Mothering Sunday. He would drive around the lanes near his parents’ farm holding his arm out of the window, grasping bunches of daffodils as he went. Upon his return from this frantic drive he would present his mother with the largest bunch possible, normally wrapped in newspaper. The condition of the daffodils varied, some had short stems, some had long, quite a few still had their bulbs attached to their roots. So against this background of brief Mothering Sunday hysteria, it’s understandable that over the

No, the issue in the run up to Father’s Day usually consists of a concern that insufficient time or resource has been allocated to allow our children to create two Father’s Day cards. Therefore, (embarrassed pause and shuffling) would it be OK if the children just made one card for the two of us? The poor, kind, lovely professionals who look after our children.

Nick King is a writer, speaker and above all an adoptive gay dad of 2. He tweets about his unconventional and dotty family @nickking, you can also follow him on Facebook or you can read more at www.nickkingsworld.com

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As a working mum, you’re on the clock 24/7. It can seem there’s always too much to do … and never quite enough mum to go round. Juggling the demands of career and family is tough. We all have days when we feel we’re failing as a mum and employee. That’s natural. There’s no such thing as the perfect working mother so give yourself a break. It’s normal to feel guilty and worry – our recent Parent Coaching Academy survey revealed that on average working mums spend between 1 and 2 hours worrying daily and 8/10 mums say they ‘often’ feel guilty. The more you think or talk about feeling tired, guilty stressed or worried, the worse you feel.

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2 breathe. Try this ABC .. Acknowledge how you are feeling …. Breathe deeply (at least 10 times) and then Commit to do something practical, within your control, to improve the situation.

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3 Have fun. You can’t be 100% mum all of the time – but you can some of the time and it is these times that are precious. Engage all of your senses and a few minutes can boost your energy. You may not be able to eat with your family or put them to bed every day, but aim to do it at least once a week.

6 enjoy more. Do less and enjoy it more. It’s time to take a few short cuts. Cut down on ironing, book a cleaner, shop online and stock up on ready-made meals. Learn to live in the mess.

Always remember, you’re the Managing Director of the most important company in the world – your family. You deal with health Avoid multi-tasking. You will be and safety, team-building, budget, much more productive if you focus strategy, personnel issues, time and on one activity at a time and set crisis management daily. yourself a time limit. Focus only Take your work skills home with on the task at the top of your ‘to do’ you and your family skills into the list (not at the endless jobs after it!). Decide if you want to do it. Or dump office. Go with your gut instinct – mums are usually right. Listen to it. Or delegate. the advice of people you trust, but ultimately make your own decisions.

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9:30-11:00T at Church Lawford Village Hall, School Street CV23 9EE. Jenni: 07572432034; For 0 - 5s, £3 per class (book by term). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes

10:00-12:00TH at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

Long Lawford Dandy Development Class

10:00-12:00T at Long Lawford Memorial Hall CV23 9BA. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

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9:15-11:15TH at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0 - 5s, £1 donation (drop in). Contact centre to ensure group is on.

Overslade Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

9:30-11:00T at Overslade Community Centre, 68 Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; For 0s, £8 per class (please book). Drop in £11.

Rugby Rugby Baptist Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Rugby Baptist Church, Regent Place CV21 2JP. Louise: 07891 069786; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). £1 for 1 adult & 2 children, 50p for extra children/adults.

In the Water

Music & Singing

10:30-11:15T at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. Sarah: 07519 335925; For 0 - 1s, (please book).

Health Visitor Clinic

13:15-14:45TH at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to ensure group is running.

Cawston Stay & Play

9:15-11:15TH at Cawston Grange Children’s Centre, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. 01788 817723; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to ensure group is running.

Church Lawford NCT Relax, Stretch & Breathe

18:30-20:30TH at Church Lawford Village Hall, School Street CV23 9EE. £8 per class (book by 4-week term). gemma.proctor@ ymail.com; From 12 weeks pregnancy.

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Coventry Water Babies Classes

14:00-15:30T at Water Babies, Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Harborough Magna Harborough Magna Mother & Toddlers

9:15-11:30T at The Old School, Main Street CV23 0HS. 01788 833559; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Parents meet up & children play safely.

Hillmorton Swim Works Swim Centre

Cawston Health Visitor Clinic

13:30-15:00TH at Cawston Grange Children’s Centre, Cawston Grange Primary School, CV22 7GU. 01788 817723; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). 13:30-15:00TH at St Marks Church, Church Walk CV22 7GU.

Join us at various locations around Rugby or book your own event. For 0 - 5s, FREE. Call or email Emma for more information Clifton or to book your own party. NCT Bumps & Babes Coffee 10:30-12:00TH at Newton village hall, Silver St CV23 0DU. 01788 220198; For bump - 5s, £2 (donation). Members and nonmembers are welcome!

emma@paintandglaze.co.uk 01788 560771

www.paintandglaze.co.uk

Yoga for Babies, Toddlers & Children

Aqua Tums Post Natal Class: 10:00-10:45TH; For 0s, (please book). Post natal aqua yoga class. Preschool Swimming Classes: 10:3015:30TH; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques. Aqua Tums Pre-natal Class: 18:3019:15TH; For bump - 0s, (please book). Ante-natal Aqua Yoga class for pregnancy. C

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Twirling Toddlers Classes

15:45-17:45T at Church Lawford Village Hall, School Street CV23 9EE. Jenni: 07572432034; For 0 - 5s, £3 per class (book by term). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

Long Lawford Lawford Ladybirds

9:30-11:15T at Long Lawford Methodist Church, School Street CV23 9AU. For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Open to everyone.£1 per family,just turn up.

Stay & Play

13:30-15:00TH at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23 9AL. For 0 - 5s, £1 donation (drop in). Call to ensure group is running.

Newbold Newbold Riverside CC

Childminders Group: 9:00-11:00T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Baby Group: 13:30-15:00T; For 0s, £1 donation (drop in). For Non Walkers.

at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, CV21 1EH. 01788 568554.

Pailton Baby Sensory Classes

13:00-13:45T at Pailton Village Hall, Lutterworth Road CV23 0QE. Sarah: 07519 335925; For 0 - 1s, (please book).

Rugby Oakfield Children’s Centre

Stay & Play: 9:15-11:15TH; For 0 - 5s, £1 donation (drop in). Call to ensure group is on. Baby Group: 13:30-15:00T; For 0s, £1 donation (drop in). For non walkers.

at Oakfield Children’s Centre, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. 01788 547368.

Health Visitor Clinic

9:15-10:30T at Oakfield Children’s Centre at Christian Life Centre CV21 2JE. 01788 547368; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Call first.

Lionhearts Toddler Group

Unleash the artistic streak in your kids and create highly personal, hand-painted, lasting gifts.

Jan-Mar 2016 Toddle About

Yoga, movement and relaxation for toddlers & children Free Trial Session

Baby yoga, baby massage, post-natal yoga & relaxation t: 07738 630 862 e: natalie@kidzloveyoga.co.uk Rainbow Tots

9:15-11:30T at Rugby Christian Fellowship, 46/48 Cambridge Street CV21 3NQ. Stephanie:01788 544608; For 0 - 4s, £0.50 per child (drop in). Inc. a complimentary breakfast.

Hillmorton Health Clinic

9:30-11:30TH at Hillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane CV21 4PE. 01788 540588; For 0 3s, FREE (drop in).

Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes

13:00-15:00TH at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

St George’s Magic Dragon Parent & Toddler Group

13:30-15:00T at St Georges Church Hall, St Johns Avenue CV22 5HR. Carol: 01788 544630; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 (drop in). See www.stgeorgesrugby. org.uk for info.

Long Lawford Long Lawford Children’s Centre

Little Kickers

Stay & Play: 9:15-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s (drop in). Baby Group: 13:30-15:00T; For 0s (drop in).

Stay & Play

Marton Baby Sensory Classes

9:20-12:00TH at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. 01327 700153; For 1 - 4s, per child (please book). 9.20 Little Kickers, 10.15 Junior Kickers. 13:30-15:00TH at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to ensure grp is on.

Wednesday Barby Chatterbox

9:30-11:30T at Barby Village Hall, Barby CV23 8. 01788 891483; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in).

Bilton Bilton Evangelical Parent and Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Bilton Evangelical Church, Main Street CV22 7NQ. 01788 817326; For 0 - 5s.

Brownsover Teddybears

9:15-11:00T at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre at Christchurch 2 CV21 1QG. 01788 570347; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Check with centre to ensure group is running.

at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23 9AL. £1 donation. Call to ensure groups are running.

10:00-10:45T at Marton Memorial Hall, Church Street CV23 9RL. Sarah: 07519 335925; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Sensory classes for babies up to 13 mths.

Newbold Health Visitor Clinic

13:15-14:45T at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0s, £1 (drop in). £1 Donation.

Rugby St Maries Little Angels

9:15-11:30T at St Marie Catholic Church, Dunchurch Road. Angie: 01788 333271; For bump - 5s, £1 (donation). Drop in for crafts, singing & fun.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-11:00T at Rugby Methodist Church Centre, Russelshiem Way CV22 7TB. 07572 432034; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

Toddlers World

10:00-12:00T at The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ. 01788 565369; For 0 - 5s, £2.55 per child (drop in).

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Health Visitor Clinic

Kidz & Babies Love Yoga

Claremont Children’s Centre

11:00-11:30T at Rugby Library and Information Centre, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. For 0 2s, FREE (drop in).

13:30-15:00T at Oakfield Children’s Centre, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. For 0s, FREE (drop in). Please call centre to ensure group is on.

Parent and Toddler Yoga: 12:3513:15T; For 1 - 3s. For babies on the move and toddlers. Babies Love Yoga: 13:30-14:30T; For 0 - 1s. For 8 weeks to crawling.

Health Visitor Clinic: 13:30-15:00TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). Breastfeeding Support Group: 13:3015:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Road CV21 3LU. 01788 579488.

at Overslade Community Centre, Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Natalie: 07738 630862.

Friday

Claremont Children’s Centre Baby Group - Non Walkers: 13:3015:00T; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Health Visitor Clinic: 17:0018:00TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). Ring centre for dates.

Brownsover Stay & Play

9:15-11:15TH at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Check with centre to ensure group is running.

at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488.

Thursday

Clifton-upon-Dunsmore Music Bugs Classes

Brandon Nature Tots

9:30-11:30T at Townsend Memorial Hall, Church St. Fiona: 0844 5781017; For 0 - 5s, £5. 9.30am: Family Bugs, 10.30am: Baby Bugs.

10:30-12:00T at Brandon Marsh Nature Centre, Brandon Lane CV3 3GW. 024 7630 2912; For 1 4s, £3 per session (please book).

Coventry Little Splashers Swimming Classes

Brownsover Kangas ‘n’ Roos Toddlers

9:00-11:00T at Brownsover Community School, Webb Drive CV23 0UP. 01788 547660; For 0 - 5s, £1.

Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

19:30-21:00TH at St. George’s Church Hall, Hillmorton CV22 5HR. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; For 0s, £15 (drop in). If class is prebooked discount available.

Toddle Time

9:15-11:15T at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347; For 1 - 2s, £1 per family (drop in). Walking - Under 3.

Newbold Little Stars

Cawston Dandy Development Classes

9:15-11:00T at Newbold Methodist Church Hall, Main Street CV21 1HH. For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Open to everyone.

10:00-12:00TH at Cawston Community Hall CV35 8SA. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Classes commence Jan 2016.Combines baby sign, music & sensory.

Stay & Play

13:30-15:15TH at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in). Contact centre to ensure group is on. £1 Donation.

Clifton Upon Dunsmore Baby Sensory Classes

10:00-12:15T at Townsend Memorial Hall, Lilbourne Road. Sarah: 07519 335925; For 0 - 1s, (please book).

Rugby Stay and Play

Coventry Little Splashers Swimming Classes 10:00-12:00TH at Hilton Hotel, Walsgrave Triangle CV2 2ST. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Messy Matters

Water Babies

15:45-17:45T at Water Babies, Sherbourne Fields School CV6 1PR. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Hillmorton Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes 9:30-12:00TH at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

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9:00-11:00T at Rugby Free Primary School, Bailey Road CV23 0PD. 01788 575203; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per session. Advice & breastfeeding support available. 9:30-11:00TH at Oakfield Children’s Centre at Dixon Hall CV22 7AJ. 01788 547368; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in). Call centre to ensure group is on. £1 Donation.

Tiny Tots

9:30-11:15T at Tiny Tots, Rugby Methodist Church Centre CV22 7TB. Miriam: 07801802718; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 (drop in).

Water Babies

10:00-11:00T at Water Babies, Rugby School, Horton Crescent CV22 5DJ. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

In the Water

Music & Singing

10:30-14:30TH at Hilton Hotel, Walsgrave Triangle CV2 2ST. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Dunchurch Boogie Beanies

11:00-12:00TH at Dunchurch Sportsfield & Village Hall, Rugby Road CV22 6PN. Amanda: 0776 673 1542; For 0 - 5s, per child (drop in). Entertainment show & cake!

Hillmorton Little Acorns Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Hillmorton Paddox Methodist Church, Dunsmore Avenue CV22 5HD. Miriam: 07801802718; For 0 5s, £1 per session (drop in).

Swim Works Swimming Classes

13:00-15:00TH at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

Long Lawford Stay & Play Under1’s

13:30-15:00T at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23 9AL. For 0s, £1 (drop in). Call to ensure group is running. £1.00 Donation.

Overslade Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-11:30T at Overslade Community Centre, 68 Buchanan Rd CV22 6AY. Jenni: 07572432034; For 0 - 5s, £3 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months+.

Birthlight Pregnancy Yoga

19:30-21:00T at Overslade Community Centre, 68 Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; For bump - 0s, £8 per class (book by term). Drop in £11. From 14 wks-birth.

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Sunday

Rugby Little Splashers Classes

9:00-12:00T at Oakfield School, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. Jo: 01788 288028; For 1 - 4s, per child (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Stay & Play

Coventry Water Babies Swimming Classes

Rugby Classes Tuesday & Saturday Mornings Call Antony / Lynne on 01327 700153 lnewbould@littlekickers.co.uk

8:45-11:45T at Water Babies, Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

9:15-11:15T at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to ensure grp is on.

Toddlers World

10:00-12:00T at The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Centre, Bruce Williams Way, CV22 5LJ. 01788 565369; For 0 - 5s, £2.55 per child (drop in).

Rugby Rhyme Time

11:00-11:30T at Rugby Library and Information Centre, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Saturday Bilton Little Kickers

8:45-12:15TH at Bilton School, Lawford Lane CV22 7JT. 01327 700153; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Various classes in this time.

Coventry Little Splashers Swimming Classes 9:00-11:00TH at Hilton Hotel, Walsgrave Triangle CV2 2ST. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Water Babies Swimming Classes

9:00-13:00T at Water Babies, Foxford Leisure Centre, Ansell Drive CV6 6BB. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Dunchurch Scrumkids Classes

9:00-13:45T at Bilton Grange School, Rugby Road CV22 6QU. 0845 094 9071; For 2 - 7s, £5 per class (please book). Rugby based sports sessions for 2-7 yrs.

Fun football training from 18 months - 7th birthday - www.littlekickers.co.uk

Hillmorton Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes 9:00-13:00TH at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

Rugby Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days 8:45-10:30T at Whitehall Rec, Bruce Williams Way CV22 5LJ. For 0 - 5s, FREE per session (please book). Enter at kidsrunfree.co.uk. 1st Sat of month.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes 9:00-12:00T at Oakfield School, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. Jo: 01788 288028; For 1 - 4s, per child (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Rugbytots

9:00-11:00TH at Lawrence Sheriff School, Clifton Road CV21 3AG. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 6s, £6.50 (please book). Rugby Classes for ages 2 - 6 years.

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Hillmorton Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes 9:00-13:00TH at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

Rugby Little Splashers Swimming Classes 9:00-12:00T at Oakfield School, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. Jo: 01788 288028; For 1 - 4s, per child (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Water Babies Baby Swimming

9:30-10:30T at Sports Direct Fitness, Webb Ellis Road CV22 7UA. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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Monday Alcester Stay & Play

10:00-11:30TH at Alcester Children’s Centre, St. Nicholas’ CofE Primary School B49 6AG. 01789 764093; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). A fun play session.

Claverdon Stepping Stones Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at Claverdon Church Centre, Church Road CV35 8PD. 01926 843353; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in).

Harbury Harbury Toddler Group

9:30-11:15TH at The Wight School (behind the library), High Street CV33 9HW. harburytoddlergroup@gmail.com; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 per child (drop in). Children under 9m go free. Not bank hols.

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Henley in Arden Stay & Play

10:00-11:30T at Studley Children’s Centre @, Henley Hub B95 6AF. 01527 850136; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Kineton Kineton Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at Kineton Village Hall, Mill Lane CV35 0LB. Rachel: 01926 641746; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). £1.50 1st paying adult,50p per child/add adult,und 6mths free.

Shipston-on-Stour Toy Library

9:00-15:00TH at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). come and borrow some toys.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

16:00-18:00T at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Various swim times, please call for more information.

Snitterfield Snitterfield Rag Tag Toddler Group 10:00-11:45T at Snitterfield Village Hall, Bearley Road CV37 0JH. Hilary: 01789 731246; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per child (drop in). 50p per each extra child.

Southam Baby Ballet Class

9:30-10:15T at Love Ballet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 1 - 4s, (please book). For 18m+, creative, imaginative ballet class.

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Kineton Kinetic Kids

9:30-11:00T at Napton Village Hall, The Crescent CV47 8LS. 01926 812139; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Playgroup for babies up to pre-school.

15:00-16:00T at IntaDance, Mill Lane CV35 0LA. 01926 640 452; For 18m - 5s, (please book). Music & movement for younger boys and girls from 18months.

Jolly J’s

10:00-11:30TH at Southam and District NCT, St James Church CV47 0JA. 0844 2430008; For bump - 5s, £1 per family (donation). Small & friendly toddler group. Not bank hols.

Lighthorne Heath Stay & Play

9:30-11:00T at Lighthorne Heath Childrens’ Centre, Stratford Road CV33 9TW. 01926 691105; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in). Call centre to ensure group is running.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Lower Quinton Quinton Tots & Tiddlers

16:00-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times before attending.

9:45-11:30T at Quinton & Admington Village Hall, The Close CV37 8SE. 01789 721424; For 0 4s, £1.60 per child (drop in).

Stratford-upon-Avon Little Splashers Classes

Shipston-on-Stour Badger Valley Children’s Centre

9:45-11:15T at St Gregory’s RC School, Avenue Road CV37 6UZ. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Toy Library: 9:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Come and borrow some toys. Health Visitor Clinic: 9:30-11:30TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). See your HV for Advice, Baby Weigh & B/Support. Stay and Play: 13:30-15:00T; For 0 4s, FREE (drop in). under 5 years.

Meet & Play

10:00-11:30TH at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For 0 - 4s, £0.50 (donation). Fun play session for under 5 years.

at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Monkey Music

Alcester Babes & Tots Healthcare

Alderminster Tots

13:30-15:00TH at Alcester Children’s Centre at Bidford Church Rooms, Church Street B50 4DA. 01789 764093; For 0 - 5s, (drop in).

10:00-11:30T at Alderminster Village Hall, New Road CV37 8PE. For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per child (drop in). New activity each week. Toys, crafts, story time & stickers!

Barford Dandy Development Class

Stratford Leisure Centre

Active Antz: 10:30-12:00T; For 0 - 4s, £3.75 per child (please book). Call centre to book. Swimming lessons: 10:30-19:00T; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons available please call to book. Mini Gymnastics: 16:00-17:00T; For 1 - 5s, £4.10 per child (please book).

at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Health Visitors Early Weeks Clinic

10:30-12:00TH at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016; For 0s, FREE (drop in). 3rd Monday of the month.

Early Pregnancy Antenatal Classes 19:00-21:00T at Bump2baby Reality, 23 Bridgetown Road CV37 7JH. Helen: 01926 732143; For bump - 0s, FREE (please book). More info at www. bump2babyreality.co.uk.

10:00-11:45T at Barford Memorial Hall, Church Street CV35 8EN. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Bishops Itchington Bump Info Evening

19:30-21:30T at The Greaves Club, Fisher Road CV47 2RE. Bronwyn: 07817 456 379; For bump - 0s. Runs monthly, call for dates.

Ettington Cheeky Chimps

10:00-11:30T at Ettington Community Centre, Rogers Lane CV37 7SX. 01789 740919; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). Runs 1st Tuesday of each month.

Harbury Bumps and Bundles

Studley Studley Leisure Centre

Baby Swimming Lessons: 10:30-11:00TH; For 0 - 2s, £4.91 per class (please book). Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 15:30-16:30T; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book).

at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161.

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Pre-school Swimming Lessons

Tuesday

10:00-12:00T at Stratford Armouries, Gospel Oak Lane CV37 0JA. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

10:30-12:00TH at Tom Hauley Room, Harbury Church CV33 9EY. 01926 611914; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Group for mumsto-be, mums & dads to meet.

Henley in Arden Baby Chattermatters

11:00-12:00TH at Studley Children’s Centre @, Henley Hub B95 6AF. 01527 850136; For 0s, FREE (drop in).

In the Water

Music & Singing

16:00-18:00T at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Various swim times, please call for more information.

Southam Health Visitor Clinic with Baby Play

9:30-11:30H at Southam & District Children’s Centre, Arundel House CV47 0EP. 01926 814953; For 0 - 1s, (drop in). 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month.

Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas Dance Classes: 16:0016:30TH; For 3 - 4s, (book by term). Fun introduction to ballet. Free trials. Pre-Syllabus Ballet Classes: 16:30-17:15TH; For 5s, (book by term). Free trial available.

at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

16:00-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times,bookings & summer programme before attending.

NCT Southam Monthly Meeting

20:00-22:00TH at NCT Southam Monthly Meeting, Held at Various locations. For bump - 0s, FREE. Please check website for locations.

Stratford-upon-Avon Inbetweenies

14:00-15:00T at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016; For 0s, FREE (donation). Babies aged 6-9 mths.Call Centre for dates & further info.

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Everyone Active Stratford Leisure Centre

Swimming lessons: 9:00-19:00T; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). Various lessons available. Active Antz: 9:30-11:00T; For 0 - 4s, £3.75 per child (please book). Mini Dribblers: 13:30-14:30T; For 1 5s, £4.10 per child (please book).

Award Winning Dance & Gymnastics classes for Babies and Toddlers

at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Monkey Music

from 10 months and upwards

9:30-11:30T at Meon Vale Village Hall, Bailey Avenue CV37 8QR. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Mini Movers

WINNERS “Best New Activity”

Mum & Me Fitness

10:30-11:30TH at Stratford Town Football Club, Knights Lane CV37 7BZ. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0s, £6.50 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check. Free Taster available.

For a class near you Contact: info@twirlingtoddlers.co.uk 07552 770774

Stratford Children’s Centre

Speech & Language Drop-In: 10:30-12:00TH; For 1 - 5s, £0.50 (donation). 1st Tues of the month, arrive early as restricted on numbers. Baby Weigh & Play & Breastfeeding Support: 13:30-15:30TH; For 0s, £0.50 (donation). Runs 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month.

at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624.

Stratford-upon-Avon Rhyme Time 11:00-11:30TH at Stratford upon Avon Library & Information Centre, Henley Street CV37 6PZ. 0300 555 8171; For 0 2s, FREE (drop in).

Health Visitors Clinic (0-5yr)

13:30-15:30TH at Clopton and District Children’s Centre @ Ken Kennett Centre, Justins Avenue CV37 0DA. 01789 414016; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). 1st Tues of mth.

The Croft Toddler Group

13:30-15:15T at The Croft Preparatory School, Alveston Hill CV37 7RL. 01789 293 795; For 1 - 3s, £2 per child. Fantastic facilities in a rural setting.

Studley Pre-School Swimming Lessons

16:00-17:00T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book).

Wednesday Alcester Alcester Library Rhyme Time

10:30-11:00TH at Alcester Library, Priory Road B49 5DZ. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Drop in music & singing.

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9:30-10:30T at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Various swim times, please call for more information.

9:30-11:00H at Southam & District Children’s Centre, Arundel House CV47 0EP. 01926 814953; For 0 5s, (drop in). Toys, crafts & singing.

10:00-11:00TH at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Sensory activities and singing. 10:00-11:30T at Methodist Church, Old Town CV37 6BG. For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per family (drop in). Tea, coffee, toys and songs.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

Southam Stay & Play

Baby Play

NCT Your Baby & Toddler Group

9:00-15:00TH at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). come and borrow some toys.

Babes & Tots Healthcare

13:00-15:00TH at Alcester Children’s Centre, St. Nicholas’ CofE Primary School B49 6AG. 01789 764093; For 0 - 4s, (drop in). Baby weighing & advice.

Bishops Itchington Health Visitor Clinic with Baby Play

13:00-14:45H at Run by Southam CC at Early Years Centre, Poplar Road CV47 2RT. 01926 814953; For 0 - 1s, (drop in). 1st Wed HV Clinic & 3rd Wed Baby Play.

Fenny Compton Fenny Compton Tots and Toddler Group

10:00-12:00T at Fenny Compton Village Hall, Memorial Road. Amy: 01295 770749; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). First timers get free entry.

Henley in Arden Health Visitor Clinic

10:00-11:30TH at Studley Children’s Centre @ Henley Hub B95 6AF. 01527 850136; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Long Itchington Long Itchington Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at Long Itchington Primary School, Stockton Road CV47 9QP. Suzanne: 07801 534834; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (donation). Tea/coffee, crafts, healthy snacks & songs.

Priors Marston Priors Marston Toddlers

9:30-11:30T at The Priors Hall CV47. For 0 - 4s, £1 per child (drop in). Very relaxed group - toys, crafts & singing.

9:30-10:30TH at Love Ballet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 0 - 5s, (please book). A really fun, lively musical dance class.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

16:00-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times and bookings before attending.

Stratford-upon-Avon Monkey Music

9:30-12:10T at Rosebird Community Hall, Shipston Road CV37 8LU. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Early Weeks Clinic & Breastfeeding Support

9:30-10:30TH at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For 0s, £0.50 (donation). Runs 2nd and 4th Wednesday.

Wesley Baby and Toddler Group 9:30-11:30T at New Room, Stratford Methodist Church CV37 6BG. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per session (drop in).

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

9:45-11:15T at St Gregory’s RC School, Avenue Road CV37 6UZ. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

NCT Your Bumps and Babies Group

9:45-11:15T at Our Lady of Peace Church, Shottery CV37 9HQ. For bump - 0s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Join us for tea,coffee,chat & play.

Swimming lessons

10:30-19:00T at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons available please call to book.

Monkey Music

13:30-15:30T at Stratford Preparatory School, Church House CV37 6BG. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

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Shipston-on-Stour Toy Library

13:30-15:45TH at Rosebird Community Hall (nr Waitrose), Shipston Road CV37 8LU. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term).

Help your baby to ‘talk’ BEFORE speech by

Studley Health Visitor Clinic

using simple gestures and reduce frustration

10:00-11:30TH at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Lots of Fun, Songs, Music, Props & Puppets. Our curriculum is recommended by Sure Start. Book your FREE trial lesson today For classes in Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa and Warwick Call Pippa on 01789 415591 or email: pippajenkins@singandsign.co.uk

9:00-15:00TH at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). come and borrow some toys.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

9:30-18:00T at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Various swim times, please call for more information.

16:00-17:30T at Studley Leisure Southam Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. Birth to 24months www.singandsign.co.uk Messy Monsters Toddler 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per Group class (please book). Various times Pre-School Swimming Lessons 9:15-11:45T at The Grange Hall, available. 15:00-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Coventry Road CV47 1QA. For 0 - 5s, £2.50 Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 per child (drop in). Fun activities inside and Wellesbourne 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please out, snacks and messy play. Story Stomp book). Call for times,bookings & summer Love Ballet Dance Company 10:30-11:00TH at Wellesbourne Library, programme before attending. Mini Movers: 10:00-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, Kineton Road CV35 9NF. 01789 840528;

Love Ballet Dance Company

For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Funky Dance Classes: 16:00-16:30TH; For 3 5s. A lively, fun and energetic class. Gymnastics Classes: 16:30-17:00TH; For 3 - 5s. Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. Boys Street Dance: 17:45-18:30TH; For 3 - 5s. Lively, fun and energetic class. £34 a term.

Thursday Alcester Music & Movement

10:00-11:00TH at Alcester Children’s Centre at St Nicholas Church House B49 5AL. 01789 764093; For 0 - 5s, (drop in).

9:40-14:10T at The Malt House, Alveston Village CV37 7QP. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Kineton Kinetic Kids

10:00-11:00T at IntaDance, Mill Lane CV35 0LA. 01926 640 452; For 18m - 5s, (please book). Music & movement for younger boys and girls from 18months.

Shipston-on-Stour Badger Valley Children’s Centre

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Swimming lessons: 9:00-19:00T; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons available please call to book. Active Antz: 10:00-11:30T; For 0 - 4s, £3.75 per child (please book). Call centre to book.

at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Stay and Play

10:00-11:30T at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Justins Avenue CV37 0DA. 01789 414016; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Fun activities, snacks and singing.

Studley Pre-School Swimming Lessons

10:00-10:30T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various times available.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

9:30-18:00T at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Various swim times, please call for more information.

Messy Play

13:30-15:00TH at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136; For 1½ - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Southam Southam Congregational Church Parent & Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Graham Adams Centre, St. James Road CV47 0QB. Marian: 01926 814483; For 0 - 3s, £0.80 per person (drop in). 10:30-11:30TH at Stairways, Southam Drive CV47 0FA. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0s, £6.50 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check. Free Taster available.

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Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford Leisure Centre

13:30-15:00T at Holy Trinity Parish Center, Old Town CV37 6BG. 01789 299195; For 0 5s, (drop in). Free play, storytelling, rhyme time, crafts & snacks.

at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Mum & Me Fitness

Southam & Villages NCT Breastfeeding Support Group

Trinity Tots

Toy Library: 9:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). come and borrow some toys. Baby Play/Cruisers for under 2’s: 14:0015:00TH; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). For under 2’s.

at Love Ballet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773. (Book by term).

Alveston Monkey Music

(please book). A really fun, lively musical dance class. Little Tappers Dance Classes: 16:00-16:30TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun intro to tap.

Music & Singing

Stockton Stockton Toddlersaurs

10:00-11:30TH at Stockton Village Hall, Napton Road CV47 8JX. Emma: 01926 814687; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). 50p per extra person.

Stratford-upon-Avon Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Peter’s Mission, Manor Rd CV37 7EA. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). Classes at 9.30, 10.10, 10.50 & 11:30am.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

9:30-11:40T at Freshfields Nursery Schools Ltd, Clifford Forge House CV37 8HW. Pippa: 01789 415591; For 0 - 2s, £6 per class (book by 10-week term). Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech. 9:30-11:30T at New Room, Stratford Methodist Church CV37 6BG. For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per session (drop in).

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

10:00-11:50T at Harbury Village Hall, South Parade CV33 9JE. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

In the Water

11:30-17:30TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times and bookings before attending.

Wesley Baby and Toddler Group

Friday Harbury Dandy Development Class

10:30-12:00TH at Graham Adams Centre, St James Road CV47 0LY. For 0s, FREE (drop in).

9:45-11:15T at St Gregory’s RC School, Avenue Road CV37 6UZ. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Swimming Lessons

12:00-18:00T at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book).

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Sunday

Family Fun

10:00-11:30TH at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136; For 0s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-11:30T at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259; For 0 - 4s, (drop in). For under 5s. Call centre for dates.

Southam Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Krystle Jayne Baby Ballet Class: 16:00-16:30T; For 2 - 3s, (please book). Krystle Jayne Pre Primary & Primary Ballet & Tap Class: 16:30-17:15T; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Krystle Jayne Mini Movers Street Dance Class: 17:15-17:45T; For 1 - 3s, (please book).

8:00-12:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times and bookings before attending.

Stratford-upon-Avon Rugbytots

Krystle Jayne’s Dance Academy

at Krystle Jayne’s Dance Academy, Studley Village Hall B80 7HJ. Krystle: 07791 852891.

Wellesbourne Rhyme Time - Wellesbourne Library

10:00-10:30TH at Wellesbourne Library, Kineton Road CV35 9NF. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Saturday Bidford-on-Avon Kids Run Free Fun Days

8:45-10:30TH at Big Meadow B50 4PQ. 07711 349 592; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). 1st Sat of mth. Enter at kidsrunfree.co.uk.

Shipston-on-Stour Pre-school Swimming Lessons

8:30-12:30T at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Various swim times, please call for more information.

Southam Pre-School Swimming Lessons

LWAD Pre-School Ballet & Tap Classes

9:00-10:45T at The Graham Adams Centre, St James Road CV47 0LY. 01926 887780; For 3 - 4s, £4 (book by term). Sat am ballet & tap,check for times/ages.

Musical Theatre

9:00-10:30TH at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Singing, Acting & Dancing!

8:00-12:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times and bookings before attending.

8:30-12:00TH at Stratford Leisure Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 6s, £6.50 per session (please book). Rugby-based classes for ages 2 - 6 years.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

13:00-15:00T at Croft House and Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Jo:01788 288028; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Stratford-upon-Avon Swimming lessons

8:00-14:00T at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons available please call to book.

Studley Pre-School Swimming Lessons

SEARCH ONLINE

www.toddleabout.co.uk

9:00-12:30T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various times available.

Free

Trial Class quote ‘Toddle About’

GO4GOALS is an organisation aimed at developing young children’s football skills throughout Warwickshire and West Midlands. Coaching will be provided for all levels, the children will develop technically and improve their social skills for later in life. GO4GOALS football sessions cover the following age groups; Age 2-4, Boys & Girls (Pre-school, nursery & private sessions) Age 4-11, Boys & Girls (After school clubs, private sessions, birthday parties and school holiday camps)

GO4GOALS also offer Multi Sports and Street Dance classes on a weekly basis. Multi Sports covers up to 15 sports and the sessions have a variety of sports delivered each week and during school holidays. Street Dance classes are for children aged 3 to 11 years and will be delivered by a Dance Instructor at various locations. All classes are based on fun and will improve balance, co-ordination and social skills. Birthday parties are also offered for all 3 activities.

For more information please contact Jason Davies on 07747 562 469 Email: jason@go4goals.co.uk www.go4goals.co.uk

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Your local ‘‘What’s on Guide’ for bumps 5s and parents

WARW ICK, LEAMINGTON SPA & KENILWORT H AREA

Monday

LWAD Reception Tap & Ballet Class

16:00-16:30T at Lillington Community Centre, Mason Ave CV32 7QE. 01926 887780; For 4 - 6s, £4 (book by term).

Balsall Common Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

14:00-16:00T at St Peters Church Hall, Holly Lane CV7 7EA. Cheryl: 07712 528781; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

10:00-11:50TH at The Family Tree, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. Jo: 07792372962; For 0 - 5s, £6 per session (please book). Sensory fun with arts and crafts!

Claverdon Krystle Jayne Baby Ballet Classes 16:30-17:00 at Krystle Jayne’s Dance Academy at Claverdon Church Centre CV35 8PD. 07791 852891; For 2 - 4s, (please book). Baby Ballet: 2 years+.

Family Tree Club

Coventry Little Splashers Swimming Classes 12:00-13:45T at Baginton Fields School, Sedgemoor Rd CV3 4EA. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Cubbington Castle Gymnastics Club

10:15-14:30T at Cubbington Methodist Church Hall, Queen Street CV32 7NA. For 2 - 4s, £6 per class (book by 6-week term). Contact for bookings and class times.

Hampton Magna Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

at Family Trees Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

10:00-11:50T at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. 07881 892 686; For 0 - 3s, (please book). 10am 1436mths; 11am 4-14mths. Plse book. 13:30-14:45T at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. Clair Hobbs: 07742 317959; For 0s, (please book).

Kineton Stay and Play

9:30-11:30T at Lighthorne Heath Children’s Centre at Kineton Methodist Church Hall CV35 0LL. 01926 691105; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in). Call to check group is running.

Leamington Spa Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters.

10:30-11:00TH at Lillington Library, Valley Road CV32 7SJ. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Warwick Warwick Library Story Stomp

9:30-10:00TH at Warwick Library, Shire Hall CV34 4UB. 03005 558171; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Weekly stories & rhymes session.

Little Saints

9:30-11:00T at All Saints Church, Vicarage Green CV34 5NJ. 01926 492073; For 0 - 5s, FREE (donation). Activities & sing-song session.

13:30-15:20T at The Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892 686; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Classes at 1:30pm & 2.30pm.

Little Fishes Baby and Toddler Group

13:30-14:45T at Polish Centre, High Street CV31 3AW. 01926 887780; For 2 - 5s, £4 (book by term). Ballet & Tap classes from 2yrs +.

Arty Tots Get Messy With Their Grandparents!

13:45-15:00T at The Kingsley Prep School’s library and hall, Beauchamp Avenue CV32 5RD. 01926 425993; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Informal drop-in group. All welcome.

Tiddlers Mother and Baby Group

Prima Ballerinas: 15:45-16:15TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). First ballet lesson free as a trial. Funky Dance Classes: 16:15-16:45TH; For 3 7s, (book by term). An energetic class. Gymnastics Classes: 17:30-18:00TH; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more.

Child Well-Being Clinic

Kingsley Tiny Tots

Love Ballet Dance Company

at St Marys Church Hall, St Marys Road CV31 1JW. Claire: 07774518949.

9:30-12:10T at The Octagon St Mary Magdalenes Church, Vicarage Road CV32 7RH. Claire: 01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Lillington Lillington Library Rhyme Time

Preschool Gymnastics - Jelly Tots

LWAD Pre-School Ballet & Tap Classes

Baby Massage

19:00-21:00T at Leamington Spa Baptist Church, Chandos Street CV32 4RN. 01926 731621; For bump - 0s, FREE (please book). More info at www. birthandbabyreality.co.uk.

10:00-12:00TH at Early Learning Centre in Mothercare, Shires Retail Park CV34 6RH. 01926 452917; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Please call to see if group is running.

Gymboree Music

Kenilworth Gymboree Music

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Arty Splats: 10:00-11:50TH; For 1 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). Sessions:10.00 & 11.00am.Members Only. 12mths+. Musical Storytime: 11:00-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Members only. Kid’s Kitchen: 13:30-14:15TH; For 2 - 5s, £5 per session (Book early). Members Only. Gymboree Music: 13:30-15:15TH; For 0 - 2s, £4 per child (please book). At 1.30 & 2.30pm. Junior Boot Camp: 16:00-16:45TH; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Members Only. Parent Yoga: 18:00-19:30TH; For 0, mums, (please book). Members Only.

Early Learning Centre Playtime

11:00-11:45T at The Open Door Cafe, 3 Slade Hill CV35 8SA. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 0 - 5s, £3.50 per class (drop in). Dance classes for 4 months+.

Monkey Music

Early Pregnancy Antenatal Classes

Arty Splats

BilinguaSing Spanish Class

14:00-16:45T at Dale Sale Street Church Centre CV32 5HL. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

In the Water

Music & Singing

9:30-11:45T at Warwick Gates Community Centre CV34 6DZ. Abby: 07795 516 367; For 1 - 4s. 9.30: 18mth-3yr, 10.15: 3-4yrs, 11am: 3-4yrs. 10:00-11:30T at Saltisford Church, Albert Street CV34 4JX. For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Email: littlefishes@ saltisfordchurch.org.uk. 10:00-12:00T at St John’s Museum CV34 4NF. 01926 412132; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in).

10:00-12:00T at Castle Hill Baptist Church, Castle Hill CV34 4EX. Liz: 01926 400368; For bump - 1s, £0.50 per session (drop in). Join us for tea, coffee, chat & play. 10:00-11:30TH at Westgate Children’s Centre, Bowling Green St CV34 4DD. 01926 490629; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). 2nd Mon of mth. Check Session times in hols. Take red book.

Child Health Clinic

10:00-11:30TH at Newburgh Children’s Centre, Kipling Avenue CV34 6LD. 01926 490629; For 0s, FREE (drop in). 1st Mon & 3rd Thurs of month. Bring your red bk.

NCT Breastfeeding Drop In

10:30-11:30T at Castle Hill Baptist Church, Castle Hill CV34 4EX. For 0 - 2s, (drop in). Help from qualified counsellors (termtime).

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Soft Touch Baby Massage

Tuesday

10:30-11:45TH at Soft Touch Baby Massage at Chase Meadow Community Centre CV34 6BT. Joanna: 07712 045296; For 0s, £8.80 per session (book by 5-week term). Courses run 11 Jan-8 Feb and 22 Feb-21 Mar 2016.

Baginton Baginton Parent and Toddler Group

10:45-11:45TH at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6BT. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0s, £6.50 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check. Free Taster available.

Coventry Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

Mum & Me Fitness

LWAD Stay & Dance Classes

14:00-14:45T at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Chase Meadow CV34 6BT. 01926 887780; For 2 - 4s, £4 (book by term). Stay and dance 2-4 years plus carers.

Krystle Jayne Pre-Primary Ballet & Tap

10:00-11:30T at Baginton Village Hall, Frances Road CV8 3AB. Vicky: 024 7630 6869; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per child (drop in). 50p for babies, £1 for siblings over 12mths.

9:30-11:30T at St James Church Hall Styvechale, Knoll Drive CV3 5BT. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 0 - 5s, £3 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

Kenilworth Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

17:00-17:45T at Krystle Jayne’s Dance Academy at Claverdon Church Centre CV35 8PD. Krystle: 07791 852891; For 4 - 5s, (please book).

9:30-11:30T at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 9.40-Toddler, 10.20-Baby, 11.00-Preschool.

9:30-11:00TH at Whitnash Children’s Centre, Nursery Lane CV31 2PW. 01926 315586; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

10:00-11:30TH at St Johns Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. 01926 856397; For bump - 0s, £1 per family (drop in). check times with centre 1st.

Whitnash Toddler Time

Cradle Club

Water Babies

10:00-12:30T at Water Babies, Thorns Primary School CV8 2DS. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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Movers and Shakers

10:00-11:15T at Held at Kenilworth Children’s Centre, Bertie Road CV8 1JP. 01926 856397; For 0 - 1s, £1 per family. Parents with Babies 8 - 20months.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes 11:00-13:00T at Chesford Grange CV8 2LD. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

NCT Bumps & Babies

12:45-14:15TH at Held at Little Sunflowers Play Centre, Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. For bump - 0s, £0.50 (drop in). 50p per adult,babies free,runs term time and hols.

Leamington Spa Family Tree Club

NCT Baby Massage: 10:00-11:15TH; (please book). For 6 weeks - 9 Mths. Members Only. Preliminary Ballet & Gym Dance: 10:3011:30TH; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Ballet: 10.30 & Gym Dance: 11.00am. Members Only. Baby Club: 11:30-13:00TH; For 0 - 1s, (please book). 0- 18 months. Members Only. Dinky Disco: 16:00-16:25TH; For 18m - 3s, £3 per session (please book). Members Only. Street Dance: 16:30-17:00TH; For 3 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Members Only.

at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Baby Sensory

10:15-15:00TH at Dale Street Methodist Church (Main Hall), Dale Street CV32 5HL. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Awardwinning class for 0-13mths.Free trials.

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Modern & Ballet, Tap, s for children e classe Street Danc

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1 - 4 year olds With an emphasis on creativity through role play, song and movement.

Fridays 10am - 11am

Radford Semele Community Centre, 56 Lewis Road, CV31 1UQ.

2½ years Baby Ballet ce 7+ years Street Dan

£5 per class Pay per session Discount for siblings available

For more information call 07791 852891 or email: krystlejaynedance@gmail.com

IDTA & RAD Exams. Shows & Competitions Fully qualified & experienced staff.

Radford Semele Radford Rascals Baby and Toddler Stay & Play Group

10:30-17:00TH at Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Child-friendly trails around the museum.

9:30-11:30T at Radford Semele Baptist Church, Lewis Road CV31 1UQ. 01926 833243; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). New members welcome! www.rsbc.info.

BilinguaSing French Class

10:30-12:15T at Radford Road Methodist Church CV31 1NF. Mel: 07815 149877; For 1 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Warwick Emscote Toddler Group

9:30-11:00T at All Saints Contact Centre, Vicarage Field CV34 5NL. For 0 - 4s, £1 per child (drop in). Range of toys, weekly crafts, refreshments.

Soft Touch Baby Massage

10:30-11:45TH at Soft Touch Baby Massage at The Cotton Nappy Company CV32 5QB. Joanna: 07712 045296; For 0s, £8.80 per session (book by 5-week term). Courses run: 12 Jan-9 Feb & 23 Feb-22 Mar 2016.

Hampton Magna Toddler Group

Little Splashers Swimming Classes 12:30-15:00T at Oddfellows, Warwick St CV32 5LD. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Toddler Time

13:00-14:30TH at Kingsway Children’s Centre, Baker Avenue CV31 3HB. 01926 336793; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Walkers - 5 years.

Leek Wootton Twins Baby and Toddler Group

10:00-11:30TH at Leek Wootton Village Hall, Memorial Recreation Ground CV35 7RB. For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). Members £2, non-members £3, bumps £1.

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littlelimelight For more details contact Kate on 07973 327 138 or email Littlelimelightdrama@gmail.com

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Haddie’s Trails

9:30-11:30T at Hampton Magna Community Centre, Field Barn Road CV35 8RT. 07506 713277; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). £1.50 per child (50p per extra child).

Monkey Music

9:30-12:10T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. Claire:01789 415526; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Tiny Treasures

9:30-11:30TH at Westgate Children’s Centre, Bowling Green St CV34 4DD. 01926 490629; For bump - 18m, FREE (drop in). Check Session times in the hols.

Tiddlers Mother and Baby Group

10:00-12:00T at Castle Hill Baptist Church, Castle Hill CV34 4EX. Liz: 01926 400368; For bump - 1s, £0.50 per session (drop in). Join us for tea, coffee, chat & play.

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Gymboree Music

13:30-14:20T at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. 07881 892 686; For 4m - 14mths, (please book).

Whitnash Little Windmills Toddler Group

10:00-12:00TH at Leamington Football club, Harbury Lane CV33 9QB. 01926 311474; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Meet new friends - all welcome!

Wednesday Balsall Common Castle Gymnastics Club

10:15-14:30T at St Peter’s Church Hall, Holly Lane CV7 7EA. For 2 - 4s, £6 per class (book by 6-week term). Contact for bookings and class times.

Rugbytots

14:45-16:15TH at Balsall Common Primary School, Balsall Street East CV7 7FS. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 7s, £6.50 (please book). Rugby classes for 2-7 years.

Burton Green Dandy Development Class

10:00-12:00T at Burton Green Hall, Hodgetts Lane CV8 1PH. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Kenilworth Stay & Play

9:00-10:15, 10:30-11:30 & 1.30-2.30T at Kenilworth Nursery, Bertie Rd CV8 1JP. 01926 853394; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

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Jumping, climbing, rolling your children are already natural born gymnasts. Help them gain confidence in these skills at Castle Gymnastics Club. PARENT & TODDLER CLASS, 2-3yrs 10:15am Jelly Tots

(Mon, Weds & Thurs)

INDEPENDENT

Chase Meadow Community Centre, Warwick Warwick Gates Community Centre Southam, Graham Adams Centre St Margaret’s Church hall, Whitnash Lillington Community Centre The Polish Centre, Leamington Spa Free trial session and a free pair of ballet shoes when fully enrolled

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CLASS, 3-4yrs 11:00am Jelly Beans (Mon, Weds & Thurs) 1:00pm Jelly Beans (Mon & Weds) 1:45pm Jelly Beans (Mon & Weds) Monday & Thursday: Cubbington Methodist Church Hall, Cubbington. Wednesdays: St Peter’s Church Hall, Balsall Common. For more information on prices, availability and to book a FREE TRIAL contact us on 07852 788 551 or castlegymnastics@outlook.com www.castlegymnasticsclub.co.uk

Little Crackers Stay ‘n’ Play

BilinguaSing Spanish Class

Mini Mandarin Musicians

PHYS-OGUE Expectations

10:30-17:00TH at Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Child-friendly trails around the museum.

Leamington Spa Baby Clinic

Mummy & Me Fitness: 10:30-11:30TH; For 0, mums, (please book). Members Only. French Music: 11:00-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Members Only. Talking Tots: 16:00-17:00TH; For 1 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Letters & Sounds 4.00pm.Phonics 4.30pm. Members Only.

10:00-11:30TH at Crackley Hall School, Coventry Road CV8 2FT. 01926 514444; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). A friendly toddler group with a difference! 10:00-10:45TH at Finham Road CV8 2HY. 07870 165155; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book). Learning Mandarin and music through singing, chanting & moving.

Baby and Child Health drop in

10:00-11:30TH at St Johns Children’s Centre at Bertie Road CV8 1JP. 01926 856397; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Venue does change please call centre before attending.

NCT Breastfeeding Drop In

10:30-11:30TH at St John’s Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. 01926 856397; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Help from qualified counsellors (fortnightly).

NCT Breastfeeding Drop In

10:30-11:30TH at Kenilworth Children’s Centre, Bertie Road CV8 1JP. 01926 856397; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Runs on alternate Wed, please call.

Kenilworth Library Rhyme Time 10:45-11:15TH at Kenilworth Library & Information Centre, Smalley Place, CV8 1QG. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Flexible Working Workshops

13:00-14:30T at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. For 0s, £10 per person (please book). A workshop for parents about flexible working.

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15:00-15:45T at Burton Green Village Hall, Hodgetts Lane CV8 1PH. Mel: 07815 149877; For 1 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Haddie’s Trails

18:30-19:30TH at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. 07952 565002; For bump - 0s, £6.70 (book by 6-week term). First Session £6.00. Six week block £40.00.

Family Tree Club

9:00-10:45TH at Kingsway Children’s Centre, Baker Avenue CV31 3HB. 01926 336793; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Leamington Reach Area Only.2nd & 4th Wed of month.

at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Cubbington Parent and Toddler Group

9:30-11:15T at Cubbington Methodist Church, Queen Street CV32 7NA. For 0 4s, £1 per session (drop in). Friendly group Weekly crafts,refreshments.

Lillingtots and Baby Cafe

9:30-11:30TH at Lillington Free Church Hall (side entrance), Cubbington Road CV32 7AL. Joanne: 07920 569112; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in).

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters.

Nappuccino

10:30-12:00TH at The Cotton Nappy Company Shop, 41 Russell Street CV32 5QB. Anna: 01926 430000; For bump - 2s, FREE (drop in). offering a range of cloth nappies,slings,carriers & more.

Mum & Me Fitness

10:45-11:45TH at Mum & Me Fitness at The Family Tree Club CV32 4QS. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0s, £6.50 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check. Free Taster available.

Arty Tots

11:00-12:00TH at Arty Tots, Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum CV32 4AA. Gallery Desk: 01926 742700; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 1st Wednesday of the month.

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Burton Green Burton Green Parent and Toddler Group

13:30-16:30T at Polish Centre, High Street CV31 3AW. 01926 887780; For 2 - 5s, £4 (book by term). Ballet & Tap classes from 2yrs +.

10:00-12:00T at Burton Green Village Hall, Hodgetts Lane CV8 1PJ. Sonal: 07779 682771; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). Friendly, welcoming group with lots of toys.

LWAD Reception Tap & Ballet Class

15:45-16:30T at Lillington Community Centre, Mason Ave CV32 7QE. 01926 887780; For 4 5s, £4 (book by term). Ballet & Tap Dance Class 4-6yrs.

Chase Meadow Reception Dance (Tap & Ballet)

Mum & Me Fitness

19:30-20:30TH at The Kingsley School, Beauchamp Avenue CV32 5RD. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0, mums, £6.50 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check. Free Taster available.

Warwick Child Well-Being Clinic

9:15-11:15TH at Warwick Children’s Centre, Coventry Rd CV34 4LJ. 01926 492701; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). 2nd & 4th Wed. Check session times in the hols.

Learning Mandarin and music through singing, chanting and moving to nursery rhymes in Mandarin. Suitable for sitting babies to children aged 5 years. Class is in a small and friendly environment. Come and enjoy the fun.

Tiny Talkers Stay & Play The Gap

9:30-11:00TH at Warwick Children’s Centre at The Gap CV34 5TD. 01926 492701; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Check session times in the holidays.

Jack in the Box Toddler Group

Tel: 07870 1651 55 Email: edith1120@gmail.com

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9:00-11:00T at Chesford Grange CV8 2LD. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

10:00-11:30T at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Chase Meadow CV34 6BT. 07807 906261; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family. Call to be added to waiting list.

Water Babies

11:45-13:15T at Water Babies, Freedom Fitness CV34 5PZ. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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10:15-11:45T at Cubbington Methodist Church Hall, Queen Street CV32 7NA. For 2 - 4s, £6 per class (book by 6-week term). Contact for bookings and class times.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

Mini Meadows Baby and Toddler group

11:30-12:30T at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Cubbington Castle Gymnastics Club

at St Johns Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. 01926 856397.

10:00-11:30T at St Mary Immaculate Catholic Primary School, Wathen Road CV34 5BG. Chrissie: 07941 843711; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Toys, crafts, refreshments.

Aqua Babies Swimming Lessons

10:00-10:45T at St Barbara’s Church, 22 Rochester Road CV5 6AG. Mel: 07815 149877; For 2 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Buggy Breakfast: 9:00-10:00T; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Childminders Stay & Play: 10:0011:30T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Registered Childminders.

Tiny Tots Baby & Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at St Nicholas Church, St Nicholas Church Street CV34 4JD. 01926 312593; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Static play upstairs & run around toys down.

Coventry BilinguaSing French Class

Kenilworth St John’s Children’s Centre

9:30-11:30T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. 01926 335228; For 0 4s, £2 per child (drop in). £2 for 1 child/£3 for family with 2 or more.

St Nicholas Parent and Toddler Group

15:45-16:15T at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Chase Meadow CV34 6BT. 01926 887780; For 4 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Reception Dance (Tap & Ballet).

Monkey Music

NCT Weekly Walk

13:45-14:45TH at Venue for walk changes each week. For bump - 5s, FREE. Meet other parents & enjoy a nice walk.

Water Babies

16:00-17:30T at Water Babies, Ridgeway School CV34 5DF. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £14.70 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Thursday Barford Little Splashers Swimming Classes 13:00-15:00TH at The Glebe Hotel CV35 8BS. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (book by 10-week term). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

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Music & Singing

9:30-12:00T at Kenilworth Youth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

St John’s Toddlers

10:00-11:30T at St. John’s Church Hall, Warwick Road CV8 1HY. Kate: 01926 779159; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Mums, Dads, Grandparents & Carers welcome.

PHYS-OGUE Wheelie Fit Mums

11:00-12:00TH at Kenilworth Castle Farm Leisure Centre, Fishponds Road CV8 1EY. 07952 565002; For 0s, £6.70 per class (book by 6-week term). 6 Week block £40.00.

Messy Play

13:00-15:00TH at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. 01926 257500; For 0 - 4s, (drop in). Cost of session Included in entry price.

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Leek Wootton Leek Wootton Baby, Toddler & Preschool Group

15:30-16:30T at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. 07870 165155; For 0 - 5s, per session (drop in). Learn Mandarin through singing, chanting and moving.

9:15-10:45TH at The Dale Street Children’s Centre, Dale Street CV32 5HL. 01926 336793; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). Leamington Reach Area Only. 1st & 3rd Thursday of month.

Tachbrook Tinies

9:30-11:00T at Bishops Tachbrook Sports & Social Club, The Meadow CV33 9RR. Elissa: 07854 427213; For 0 - 4s, £2 (drop in). £1.50 per adult, 50p per child.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes 9:30-12:00T at Oddfellows, Warwick St CV32 5LD. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

10:00-12:00T at Whitnash Community Centre, Acre Close CV31 2ND. Nikki 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun! Gymboree Music: 10:00-11:45TH; For 0 - 2s, £4 per child (please book). At 10.00 & 11.00. Little Discoveries: 13:30-14:15TH; For 3 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). Members Only. NCT Breastfeeding Drop In: 13:30-14:30TH; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Members only. Spanish Musical Storytime: 16:00-16:30TH; For 1 - 4s, (book by 6-week term). Members Only.

at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Gymboree Music

10:00-11:50T at The Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892 686; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Classes at 10am & 11am.

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

Octotots Toddler Group

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

Monkey Music

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters. 10:00-11:30T at Lillington Community Centre, 3 Mason Avenue CV32 7QE. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 0 - 5s, £3 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

13:30-20:00TH at Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Child-friendly trails around the museum.

10:00-11:30T at The Village Hall, Warwick Road CV35 7RB. For 0 - 4s, £1.50 (drop in). Toys, crafts, outdoor play & songs.

Warwick Stay & Play - Woodies

9:00-11:00TH at Westgate Children’s Centre at The Woodloes Community Centre CV34 5DF. 01926 490629; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Check session times in the hols.

Warwick Library Rhyme Time

9:30-11:30TH at Warwick Library, Shire Hall CV34 4UB. 03005 558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). 2 sessions: 9.30 & 11.00am.

10:30-12:00T at Lillington Parish Church (St Mary Magdalene’s), Vicarage Road CV32 7RH. 01926 470449; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Mix of chat bible stories, songs & toys.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

13:30-14:50T at Dale St. Church Centre, Dale Street CV32 5HL. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Child Health Clinic

9:45-13:40T at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6BT. Pippa: 01789 415591; For 0 - 2s, £6 per class (book by 10-week term). Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech. 10:00-11:30TH at Newburgh Children’s Centre, Kipling Avenue CV34 6LD. 01926 490629; For 0s, FREE (drop in). 1st Mon & 3rd Thurs of month. Bring your red book.

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Baby Sensory Classes

Leamington Spa Weston-under-Wetherley Toddler Group

13:45-15:45TH at St Barnabus Church Hall, Albion Street CV8 2FY. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

10:15-12:30TH at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Award-winning class for 0 - 13m. Free trials.

9:30-11:15TH at Weston Under Wetherley Village Hall, Westonunder-Wetherley CV33 9BW. For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). Arts & crafts, Refreshments. H V once a month.

Tiny Twins

12:45-14:30TH at Westgate Children’s Centre, Bowling Green St CV34 4DD. 01926 490629; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Check Session times in the hols.

Aqua Babies Swimming Lessons

14:00-14:30T at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Friday Coventry Twirling Toddlers Gymnastics Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters.

10:00-11:45TH at Abbey Hill United Reformed Church Hall, Abbey Hill CV8 1LW. Jo: 07792372962; For 0 - 5s, £6 per session (please book). Sensory fun with arts and crafts!

Family Tree Club

Sing and Sign: 9:45-12:00TH; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Stage 2: 9.45am and Stage 1: 11.00am. Musical Storytime: 10:30-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Members only. Andi’s Yoga: 13:30-14:00TH; For 3 - 5s, £5 per session (book by 6-week term). Members Only. Football Skills Coaching: 16:00-16:55TH; For 2 - 5s, £3 per session (please book). 4.00pm (23.5 yrs) & 4.25pm (3.5+yrs). Members Only.

Stay & Play

10:00-11:30TH at St Johns Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. 01926 856397; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

Kenilworth Methodist Tots Group 10:00-11:30T at Kenilworth Methodist Church, Priory Rd CV8 1LQ. For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Inc. drink & biscuit.

BilinguaSing French Class

at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

13:30-14:15T at Little Sunflowers Sensory & Play Centre, Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. Mel: 07815 149877; For 1 - 2s, (please book). First class is free trial.

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9:30-11:30T at Phoenix AIkido Centre, 149 Broad Lane CV5 7AP. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, £3 per class (please book). For tots who like to tumble!

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Little Splashers runs classes all over Warwickshire www.littlesplashers.co.uk • jo@littlesplashers.co.uk Tel: 01788 288028

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Swim Works, Family Swim Centre, Hillmorton, Rugby, CV21 4EE Easy to find, park and get to, just 20 mins from Southam www.swimworks.co.uk • info@swimworks.co.uk

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Dandy Development Class

10:00-11:45TH at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6DR. Jo: 07792372962; For 1 - 5s, £6 per session (please book). Sensory fun with arts and crafts!

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Whitnash Whitnash Library Rhyme Time

9:45-12:00T at The Family Tree Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. Pippa: 01789 415591; For 0 - 2s, £6 per class (book by 10week term). Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech.

13:00-14:30T at Warwick Nursery School, Coventry Road CV34 4LJ. 01926 492701; For 0 - 4s, £0.50 per session (drop in). A friendly drop in session all welcome.

Little Rascals Dance & Movement Classes: 10:00-14:45T; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Dance & Movement. Classes at 10am & 2pm. Mummy & Me Dance Class: 11:0011:45T; For 18m - 3s, (book by term).

11:15-11:45TH at Whitnash Library & Information Centre, Franklin Road CV31 2JH. For 0 2s, FREE (drop in). Free weekly sessions for 0-2s.Just drop in.

at Jaykays Dance Company, The Brunswick Healthy Living Centre CV31 3BD. 07738 954258.

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Love Ballet Mini Movers Class

Barford Love Ballet Dance Company

10:00-11:00TH at LoveBallet Dance Company, St Mary’s Church Hall, St Mary’s Rd CV31 1JW. Claire: 07774 518949; For 0 - 5s, £5 per session (drop in). Pay as You Go class really fun & lively.

Prima Ballerinas & Little Tappers: 9:00-9:45TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun introduction to ballet & tap. Gymnastics Classes: 10:30-11:00TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. Funky Dance Classes: 11:0011:30TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Lively & fun class with dance routines.

Les Rainettes (French Speaking Group)

10:00-11:30T at 37 Rosewood Crescent CV32 7UN. Marie: 07918 110656; For bump - 5s, FREE. Practise your french over a cup of coffee.

at Barford Memorial Hall, Church Street CV35 8EN. Claire: 07774 518949.

Emmanuel Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Emmanuel Evangelical Church, Heath Terrace CV32 5LY. Hannah: 01926 424584; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Play,crafts,singing,story time & refreshments.

Dandy Development Class

10:00-13:05T at Radford Road Church, CV31 1NF. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Soft Touch Baby Massage

10:15-13:30TH at Soft Touch Baby Massage at The Cotton Nappy Company CV32 5QB. Joanna: 07712 045296; For 0s, £8.80 per session (book by 5-week term). Courses run: 8 Jan-5 Feb & 19 Feb-18 Mar 2016.

Haddie’s Trails

10:30-17:00TH at Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Child-friendly trails around the museum.

Baby Sensory

10:30-11:30TH at Dale Street Methodist Church (Main Hall), Dale Street CV32 5HL. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Awardwinning class for 0-13mths.Free trials.

The Ups of Downs Group

12:00-14:00T at Venue in Leamington Spa. Nicola: 07814 929306; For 0 - 5s. Monthly group for children with Down Syndrome.

Little Rascals Pre-School Dance & Movement Classes

14:00-14:45T at Jaykays Dance Company, Milverton Primary School CV32 6ES. 07738 954258; For 2 - 4s, (book by term).

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Radford Semele Little Limelight Drama Classes

10:00-11:00T at Radford Semele Community Centre, 68 Lewis Road CV31 1UQ. Kate: 07973 327138; For 1 - 4s, £5 per session (please book). Developing creativity through role play, song and movement.

Warwick Monkey Music

9:30-13:10T at Chase Meadow Community Hall CV34 6BT. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Play Together

9:30-11:00TH at Westgate Children’s Centre at St Pauls Church Hall CV34 6HA. 01926 490629; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Chk Session times in hols.

Toy Library

10:00-14:00TH at Warwick Children’s Centre, Coventry Rd CV34 4LJ. 01926 492701; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Check holiday session times.

Gymboree Music

10:00-11:50T at The Gap Community Centre, 39 Oakwood Grove CV34 5TD. 07881 892 686; For 0 - 3s, (please book). 10am 14-36mths; 11am 4-14mths. Plse book.

PHYS-OGUE Wheelie Fit Mums

10:00-11:00TH at St. Nicholas’ Park, Banbury Road CV34 4QY. 07952 565002; For 0s, £6.70 (book by 6-week term). Winter time: 10am (St Nics Leisure Centre), Summer time 10.30am.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

11:00-13:00TH at The Glebe Hotel CV35 8BS. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (book by 10-week term). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Coventry Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-11:30T at Quinton Park Baptist Church, Quinton Park CV3 5LU. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-14:00T at Holyhead United Reformed Church, Holyhead Road CV1 3AE. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, £3 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

ScrumKids Classes

10:15-12:30T at Sidney Stringer Academy, 2 Primrose Hill Street CV1 5LY. 0845 094 9071; For 2 - 7s, £5 per class (please book). Rugby based sports sessions for 2-7 yrs.

Kenilworth Saturdads

10:00-11:30TH at St Johns Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. 01926 856397; For 0 - 5s, (please book). 2nd Sat of month, call centre for dates.

Mini Mandarin Musicians

10:00-10:45TH at Finham Road CV8 2HY. 07870 165155; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book). Learning Mandarin and music through singing, chanting & moving.

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Whitnash LWAD Pre-School Tap & Ballet Classes

8:45-10:30TH at Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre near the clubhouse CV32 4EW. 07711 349 592; For 0 - 5s, FREE (please book). Enter at kidsrunfree.co.uk. Runs Weekly.

9:00-9:30T at St Margaret’s Church Hall, Whitnash Rd CV31 2HB. 01926 887780; For 1 - 4s, £4 (book by term). Check website for class times.

Little Rascals Dance & Movement Classes: 9:00-9:45T; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Dance & Movement. Preparatory Ballet, Tap & Freestyle: 9:45-11:15T; For 4 - 5s, (book by term). IDTA Syllabus Work. Baby Freestyle and Gym Club: 11:1512:30T; For 5-7s, (book by term). Tricks, Tumbles, Progressive Gymnastic.

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Krystle Jayne Baby Ballet Classes: 10:00-10:30T; For 2 3s, (book by term). Krystle Jayne Mini Movers Street Dance: 11:15-11:45T; For 1 - 3s, (please book). Pre-Primary Ballet & Tap: 10:30-11:15T; For 4 - 5s, (book by term). at Krystle Jayne’s Dance Academy at Wootton Wawen Village Hall B95 6HH. Krystle: 07791 852891.

at Jaykays Dance Company, Milverton Primary School CV32 6ES. 07738 954258.

9:00-12:30T at Meadow Community Sports Centre, Kenilworth School CV8 2DA. 0845 094 9071; For 2 - 7s, £5 per class (please book). Rugby based sports sessions.

at Jaykays Dance Company, The Brunswick Healthy Living Centre CV31 3BD. 07738 954258.

Go 4 Goals Football Classes 9:00-11:00T at North Leamington School, Sandy Lane CV32 6RD. Jason: 07747 562469; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Football coaching class for little & big ones.

Little Rascals Pre-School Dance & Movement Classes: 9:15-11:30T; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Saturday Classes: 9.15, 10.00 & 10.45am. Baby Freestyle and Gym Club: 11:3012:30T; For 5-7s, (book by term).

Kenilworth ScrumKids Classes

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

Leamington Spa ELC Fun Days

9:30-13:00T at St John the Baptist, Tachbrook Street CV31 3BN. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

11:00-16:00TH at Mothercare, Shires Retail Park CV34 6RH. 01926 452917; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Plenty of toys, arts & crafts & dress up.

Haddie’s Trails

10:30-17:00TH at Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Child-friendly trails around the museum.

11:00-16:00TH at Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Child-friendly trails around the museum.

ELC Fun Days

Shrewley Love Ballet Dance Company

10:30-16:00TH at Mothercare, Shires Retail Park CV34 6RH. 01926 452917; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Plenty of toys, arts & crafts & dress up.

Art Cart Family Fun Sessions

13:00-15:00T at Art Cart Family Fun Sessions, Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum CV32 4AA. 01926 742700; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Last Sat of the month. For up to 12 year-olds.

LWAD Pre-School Ballet Classes

9:00-10:00T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. 01926 887780; For 3 - 5s, £4 (book by term). Ballet class for 3 years +.

Warwick Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

8:45-10:30TH at St Nicholas Park, Banbury Road CV34 4QY. For 0 - 5s, FREE per session (please book). Enter at kidsrunfree. co.uk.1st & 3rd Sat.

LWAD Fusion Dance Classes

9:00-10:00T at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Chase Meadow CV34 6BT. 01926 887780; For 2 - 5s, £4 (book by term). Preschool Fusion: 9am, Reception: 9:30.

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9:00-16:30T at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Dad’s Aloud Warwick

10:00-12:00TH at Westgate Children’s Centre, Bowling Green St CV34 4DD. 01926 490629; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). A group for Dads/Grandads/Male Carers. Call for dates.

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Music & Singing

Prima Ballerinas: 9:30-10:00TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). First ballet lesson free as a trial. Gymnastics Classes: 10:00-10:30TH; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. Pre-Syllabus Ballet Classes: 10:30-11:00TH; For 5s, (book by term). Free trial available. £28 per term.

at Shrewley Village Hall CV35 7AN. Claire: 07774518949.

Warwick Little Splashers Swimming Classes 9:00-16:30T at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Rugbytots

9:00-12:00TH at Warwick School, Myton Road CV34 6PP. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 6s, £6.50 per session (please book). Rugby classes for 2 - 6 years.

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