Toddle About Warwickshire April - June 2017 by Toddle About Magazine

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... to the Spring edition for 2017!

At last! Spring has arrived, and Toddle About is here to help you to make the most of the warmer weather and longer days. Check out pages 8 and 10 for some great days out and activities for you and your little ones this Easter break. And make sure you dive into the Daily Activity Planner from page 31, where you will find details of all the local baby and toddler groups and classes near you, listed day by day. Of course, if you're looking for a good read with a cuppa, we've got that covered too. Just sit back, relax and enjoy!

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What’s New?

Easter Days Out Easter Activity Ideas

4-6 8 10

Shop About

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Toddle Models

15-17

Daisy Roots Focus Group 19

• The Toddle About Magazine posted to your doorstep. Now you’ll never miss an issue of the parents’ bible ever again!

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

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New Dandy Development Class in Barf ord

Due to massive demand, Dandy Development will be launching another Stage 1 class in the beautiful village of Barford! Dandy is a carefully structured curri culum of baby sign combined with unique and excit ing sensory themes and musical fun. Each class is relaxed and delightfully social yet chocker-block full with enjoyment! Do book quickly as man y classes have a waiting list! Dandy Stage 1 and Stag e 2 are all across Warwickshire, all through the week, with morning and afternoon classes. To find your nearest class and book, just visit www.dandydevelopment.co.uk. P.14 & 26

l Aqua Beans Announces Extra Aqua Nata Yoga Class

Due to extremely high demand, Aqua Beans will be running an additional Aqua Natal Yoga session on Thursday evenings for near mums-to-be at the Croft House pool 14 weeks, Stratford-upon-Avon. Suitable from e way to relax, sessions offer a gentle and accessibl your baby. of birth the exercise and prepare for ns.co.uk. P.13 abea .aqu www at now e onlin Book

Even More Times to Enjoy Baby Sensory

Baby Sensory Warwickshire have made extra sessions available to parents and their babies (0 - 13 months) on Tuesdays and Fridays in Leamington. The 'original' and first baby sensory class, with unique age-appropriate resources that wow! All classes provide baby development info backed by years of proven research and no two classes in one year are the same. Sessions include a fun play time where parents can meet and socialise - find out more at www.babysensory.co.uk. P.27 4 April - June 2017 Toddle About

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New Soft Play at All Things Wild

Let the kids go wild at All Things Wild this spring and enjoy their new Wild Fun Barn. Ride the pedal tractors, explore the mini soft play and have lots of fun in the ball pit. The the little people! Older for ct perfe is Wild Fun Barn new ‘Jungle siblings can also let off steam in the ned for desig is h whic Barn Play Soft ’ hem May a great day for er furth no Look . kids up to 12 years out! www.allthingswild.co.uk. P.9

New French Classes in Leamington Spa

La Petite Ecole de Marianne is a new French complementary school base d at Arnold Lodge School in Leamington Spa. Created for French-speaking families living in the Warwickshire area to maintain and develop their knowledg e of the French language and culture, the school is non-profit organisation offering French lessons, a parent and toddler playgroup and a French library for children aged 0 - 12 year s. Classes take place on Saturday mornings. For more info, visit www.petiteecoledemarianne.org.uk. P.12

Mini Motorists Mondays for Under 5s

Drop in to The British Motor Museum in Gaydon this spring to enjoy their Mini Motorist days - monthly events just for under 5s. From 10.30am - 12pm on Mondays 22nd May, 19th June and 17th July, you can get interactive with your toddler, ction of exploring the world's largest colle play us vario gh throu cars sh Briti historic 1 day, get 12 activities. Adult tickets are £14 (buy more info month FREE), under 5s are Free. For k. P.9 .co.u eum mus otor shm visit www.briti

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The Creation Station Comes to Rugby

These award-winning art classes for babies, toddlers and children provide the perfect solution for all your child's creativity needs. The weekly ‘Exploration' art classes inspire your child's own journey of discovery and re ideas learning. You and your child will explo lop skills deve and s verie disco new make together, school ary prim s' year 13 linked to the EYFS. With on's Leader teaching experience, Creation Stati inations Lisa is passionate about inspiring imag your little one. while helping you to have fun with in Classes are on Mondays and Tuesdays act Dunchurch and Long Lawford. Cont or lisarodgers@thecreationstation.co.uk P.33 07732 410118.

New Head for The Kingsley Prep Sch ool

Mrs Rachel Whiting joined The Kingsley Preparatory School as the new Head earlier this year. Previously the Director of KS2 and Head of Religious Education at Bromsgrove Preparatory School, she has also held the post of boarding houseparent. Rach el has a BA Hons (History) degree from Durham University, MA (Religious Education) from Warw ick University and National Professional Qualificat ion for Senior Leadership (Worcester Teaching Allia nce). Rachel is mother to two children and enjo ys the theatre, hockey, netball and Formula 1 racin g. For more information, call 01926 425127 or visit www.thekingsleyschool.com P.14

Could Your Child Be a Gym Star?

The Gym Stars program, run by Leamington & Warwick Gymnastics Club, is designed to give your 0-4 year old a head start with an exciting new physical environment to explore and fun social interactions. Gym Stars follows the British Gymnastics pre-school curriculum which encourages the development of strength, balance, coordination, posture and flexibility, as well as underpinning the basic foundations of gymnastics. Classes are held throughout the week at Warwick Gates Community Centre. Book your FREE taster at www.thegymnasticsclub.co.uk or www.facebook.com/LWGCgymstars. P.6

Boogie Beat Arrives in Warwickshire

Clap your hands and stamp your feet all the way to brand new Boogie Beat Music & Movement classes. An award-winning class packed full of variety, energy and inspiration, Boogie Beat encourages children to explore their fabulous imaginations whilst supp orting their social, personal and emotional deve lopment too. Pop along and try their new class in Offchurch Village Hall on a Wednesday mornings at 10-10.45am. Use your Free Taster vouc her in our centre pages. For further info and to book a taster, contact Kate on 07403 135777 or kate@boogiebeat.co.uk - find out more at www.boogiebeat.co.uk. P.45

Weaning Parties in Warwick & Leamington Philippa Smith is a Registered Dietitian, offering specialist nutrition services in the Leamington Spa and Warwick area through her business Feel Food Friendly. Weaning parties allow your postnatal group to learn about introducing your baby to solids whilst socialising and having fun. The parties offer practical, evidence-based weaning advice delivered by a Dietitian in a relaxed environment. Get the answers to all those questions! For more info or to book visit www.feelfoodfriendly.com, email feelfoodfriendly@gmail.com or call Philippa on 07974 148835. P.11

Meet Dobby the Binturong

A new species has come to the Cotswold Wildlife Park - the mysterious Binturong from the forests of South East Asia, where it spends most of its time in the trees. Otherwise known as rong is a strange creature Bintu the “Bear-Cat”, the ite its bulk in its habits and appearance. Desp ly agile rising surp is it re, natu slow and relatively for balance in the trees and uses its prehensile tail rite fruits. as it moves around looking for its favou detect a will you gh, enou close be Should you ever 'Dobby' as faint aroma of popcorn emanating from Reptile House. he moves about his exhibit near the P.9 . o.uk ark.c www.cotswoldwildlifep April - June 2017 Toddle About Warwickshire 5

Wh at ‘s N ew ? Sign, Sing, Bounce & Giggle with Tiny Talk

TinyTalk Warwickshire have received a fantastic welcome from local parents in Rugby and Dunchurch, and they are expanding to offer more classes during the week, with new weekend classes coming soon too. At TinyTalk Baby Signing classes, you will sign, sing, bounce and giggle as you join in with well know n action songs, nursery rhymes and stories, plus enjoy some social time to recharge your batte ries. For babies 0 - 18 months, you can claim 2 free classes with your Toddle Abou t voucher. To book, contact victoriac@tinytalk.c o.uk or 07702 810251. P.31

See Aladdin as Never Seen Before

The Leamington & Warwick Academy of Dance is one of the largest dance schools in Warwickshire, with students of all ages and teaching many dance ing styles. On 8th & 9th July, they are bring ue uniq own their rs, onde Aladdin: #Caveofw l Spa Centre version of this classic tale, to the Roya to the plot, and in Leamington Spa. With new twists teach at they s style e showcasing all the danc in each show. ents stud 250 of cast a is there , LWAD ntry’s RDC, Cove ities char two orts The show supp , and Morning a new project by Coventry Foodbank charity who Star Ministries, a Leamington-based h India to Nort in lies fami work with children and more and buy out Find s. slum the of out them get P.44 tickets at www.bit.ly/lwadshow2017.

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EASTER ADVENTURE QUEST

Sat 8th - Sun 23rd April

Fri 14th - Mon 17th April, 11am - 5pm Be a challenge champion this Easter weekend! You’ll be greeted by a courtly character from the past who’ll be able to help you crack the clues as you explore Kenilworth Castle. There’s a reward for successful adventurers. £1 per child.

All Things Wild Nature Centre, Station Road, Honeybourne, Nr Eversham, WR11 7QZ Tel: 01386 833083 www.allthingswild.co.uk

Sat 8th April – Sat 22nd April Treat your toddler to an egg-citing day out at Rugby Art Gallery & Museum this Easter. They have an extravaganza of Easter-themed activities on offer, from arts and crafts workshops to an Easter animal hunt and their tailored-for-toddlers Little Discoveries sessions. Activities are free. Find out more at www.ragm.co.uk Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, Little Elborow Street, Rugby, CV21 3BZ Tel: 01788 533201

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Make a chick egg basket, visit the face painting station, follow the trail around the Art Gallery and Museum and collect your chocolate prize. Suitable for the whole family.

This Easter bring your little ones to these popular daily Meet the Mini-Beast handling sessions.

Follow the clues around the park to crack the code, and collect your prize – fun for all the family. Collect your trail sheet from the Visitor Centre.

Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum, Royal Pump Rooms, The Parade, Leamington Spa, CV32 4AA. Tel: 01926 742700 www.warwickdc.gov.uk/ royalpumprooms

Have a close look at giant African land snails and a variety of stick insects. Booking not needed.

Let the kids go wild at All Things Wild this spring and enjoy Wilbur’s new Discovery Zone! You are sure to find some fluffy baby Easter bunnies in there that you can cuddle in the animal encounters sessions, as well as lambs and lots of other lovely animals.

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Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm, Warwickshire, CV37 7LS Tel: 01789 299288 www.butterflyfarm.co.uk

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Cost: £2.00 per trail sheet. Ryton Pools Country Park, Ryton Rd, Ryton-on-Dunsmore, Coventry CV8 3BH Tel: 024 7630 5592 www.warwickshire.gov.uk

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Easter Activities jigsaw puzzle

Easter Sunday

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The Easter Egg Hunt is an annual tradition for many families - our children look forward to it almost as much as Christmas! But keeping it fresh each year can be challenge, so here’s a great hunt idea that is a little different. You’ll need a few simple items:

2. Place 1-2 pieces of the made or bought puzzle in each plastic egg.

• Plain jigsaw puzzle (Amazon) or bought puzzle • Paint/Colouring Pens

3. Now the fun begins! Hide the eggs around your home and/ or garden. Then let your little one loose to find all the eggs.

• Plastic Eggs (craft shop) 1. If you’re drawing your own design onto a plain puzzle, do this first. You could make an Easter Bunny puzzle, or personalise it with your child’s name or hand/foot prints. Make sure that each piece of the puzzle has some part of the writing or picture on it. Let this dry and break up the puzzle.

4. When your little one returns with their eggs, pop open the eggs and have fun making the puzzle. The prize can be the jigsaw itself or you can give them an additional prize too. Have fun!

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2. Put 2 or 3 damp cotton wool balls into the egg shell.

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1. Draw a character onto your egg shell. You can be as creative as you like. Use googly eyes and draw the mouth on with a pen.

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The cress heads will grow really quickly. In 2 days they will have a head of hair and after 4 days they’ll be ready for a hair cut. Craft courtesy of ‘messy little monster’. for more fun ideas visit www.messylittlemonster.com

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Winners

Baby & Toddler Photo Competition Winner

Thank you to everyone who entered the Winter Toddle Models competition, sponsored by smarTrike. The theme was winter fun, and as you can see we received lots of truly wonderful entries - thank you so much to everyone who entered! Congratulations goes to Archie who has won a smarTrike T3 Scooter, worth ÂŁ49.99.

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Charles Barnes, 20 months

Harry Hamer, 3 years 1 month

Kyra Jane Gruszeckyj, 8 months

Martha Warrilow, 17 months

Lucy Jordan, 2 years 3 months

Logan Greatorex Derby, 1 year 5 months

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Win a Family Holiday at a Haven Holiday Park Toddle Models PRIZE: A family holiday to any one of Haven’s 36 coastal holiday parks located in the UK, worth up to £500. Enjoy a 3 night weekend or 4 night midweek break to be taken before 31 October 2017 (exc. school summer holidays and bank holiday weekends). Winner will stay in Prestige self catering caravan accommodation sleeping up to 6 people.

Next to some of the best seaside holiday hot spots, alongside interesting places to visit and explore, a Haven holiday offers a wide range of activities for all the family. With everything from expert-led, free water confidence sessions in their toddler pools to crafty ‘Make a Mess’ sessions, Haven bring family friendly activities to the heart of their offering. Enjoy the perfect seaside break this year and make memories that will last a lifetime.

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Controversy Corner

To Pacify or Not to Pacify? The Dummy Debate

By Dr Zareena Hyder, NHS GP and TV doctor on Channel 5’s GPs Dummies, also known as soothers or pacifiers, are artificial teats that parents typically give to their babies to suck on when they are crying or distressed. They are not a modern phenomenon. The use of dummies actually dates back thousands of years there are records of pacifiers made of silver, pearl, clay and sugar. (1) Thank goodness today we have tried and tested, hygienic choices at hand nowadays! Dummies divide opinion – some parents swear by them and others curse them. And it isn’t a clear-cut issue. Some studies have reported that dummies result in early weaning, increased rates of ear infections and dental problems. Other critics believe they interfere with the development of speech and sleeping routines. Yet, conversely, others cite the benefits seen with dummy use – such as calming little ones during painful procedures and helping babies to learn to sooth themselves and to be soothed without the need for a feed. There is even growing evidence that dummies may possibly be protective against sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). In my opinion, whether or not you should use a dummy is dependent on a number of factors but, most importantly, it hinges on the age of your child.

Newborn 0-2 months The use of a dummy would not usually be recommended with a newborn baby, especially whilst you are establishing breastfeeding, for three main reasons: 1. Nipple confusion - sucking and swallowing is a complex mechanism. We as adults take for granted the act of coordinating swallowing whilst breathing, to avoid choking on our food or drink, but it’s a skill that babies need to learn. So the less confusion with different shaped teats/nipples the better. 22 April-June 2017 Toddle About

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2. Reduced motivation to breastfeed - let’s face it, breastfeeding can be hard to establish and maintain. It takes persistence and without early successes it can be demoralising. A hungry baby is a crying baby and whilst the use of a dummy at this early stage may stop baby crying for a while, it can make breastfeeding even harder and make it more tempting to give up. 3. Reduced bonding – with a baby under 2 months, it’s hard to tell if your baby is crying for a nappy change, colic, hunger or cuddles. The process of figuring out why your baby is crying and then trying to sooth them with cradling, cuddling, feeding or burping is all part of the bonding process and success gives the parent a great sense of satisfaction. Some say that a dummy is a “quickfix” that results in less bonding.

Infant 2-6 months By this time your baby will typically be wellestablished with breast or bottle feeds – and it’s not going to be long before weaning starts to be considered. Between the ages of 2 and 6 months, it is my personal opinion that if your baby is growing well and meeting the expected developmental milestones, then the occasional use of a dummy can be helpful for both the infant and their parents. At this stage, you are probably trying to get life into some sort of routine. You are also most likely very sleep-deprived, and a dummy may help with the odd moment here and there. When my children were little, I clearly recall giving a dummy to my son so I could focus on an important phone call - and he seemed to enjoy it! It is referred to as non-nutritional sucking. Sucking is a natural, automatic reflex babies have that can be seen in foetuses at the time of ultrasound scans in pregnancy. Dummies can also be beneficial as pain relievers during this period and can reduce the need for other pharmacological pain relief remedies.

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Infant 6-12 months If your baby is having chronic or recurrent middle ear infections (Otitis Media) at this age, there is some research that suggests that soothers could be at least partly to blame. This is thought to be because the prolonged sucking of a dummy may cause the Eustachian tube to be patent (open and unobstructed) for longer than it would normally be. This tube connects the middle ear to the upper throat at the back of the nasal cavity (nasopharynx) and if it is patent for too long, it could become more prone to infections. There have been a number of studies that have found this link, although there are several other causes of recurrent ear infections to consider such as parents/ carers who are smokers, admission into nursery school, recurrent upper respiratory tract infections, allergies and overgrown adenoids (lymphoid tissue that usually shrinks with age).

From 12 months Your baby’s first few teeth have usually erupted by this stage. With dentition there are a few problems with sucking a dummy beyond 12 months. One study(2) compared the teeth of children at 2 and 3 years old, and showed that there were significant differences in dental arch and occlusion characteristics (the position of the teeth in relation to top and bottom teeth at rest – where they occlude) between children still using dummies at 2 and 3 years, compared with those who had stopped using a dummy at 12 months. Another study (3) looked at children aged 2 to 5 years and also found significant differences in overject (top front teeth coming too far forward), openbite

(where the teeth of the top and bottom jaw don’t touch each other even when the mouth is closed) and crossbite (where the top and bottom teeth are not aligned when the mouth is closed). The study showed that as dummies were used for longer periods, the association between dummy use and openbite and crossbite got stronger. Having said this, pacifiers are probably better than thumb sucking. Partly because it is easier for the parent to control the sucking habit - it can be thrown away (I mean posted to the Dummy Fairy!) It is also less damaging to the development of teeth than thumb sucking. It is recommended that dummy sucking should stop before permanent teeth erupt.

Parental wellbeing and mental health Although there have been a number of studies as mentioned above looking into the harm dummies can cause, a dummy may be able to help a parent keep calm and focus on the task ahead. Many parents with new babies find the continuous or frequent crying of their baby distressing, and the first few months (or even years!) of parenthood can be extremely stressful for anyone. Postnatal depression and parental anxiety are both mental health issues, and if the use of a pacifier can play a small role in making life more manageable for a parent, this could well mean it is playing a protective role with regards to their mental health. For parents with other children, the relief that a pacifier might bring could also give them the space and time to better look after the baby’s siblings and give them some of the attention that they want and need.

CONCLUSION Dummies remain a controversial topic. There are clearly sound arguments both in support of, and against, their use – and in the absence of an obvious answer as to whether or not we should use a dummy, the decision becomes a personal one. As with so many things in life and parenthood, we need to weigh up the risks and benefits involved and make the decision that best meets our needs and the needs of our family. Hopefully this article has made that process a little easier and more informed!

Dr Zareena Hyder is an NHS GP and TV doctor on Channel 5’s GPs: Behind Closed Doors. To catch Dr Hyder and her team on TV, tune in to series 4 of GPs: Behind Closed Doors on Channel 5 at 8pm on Wednesdays or catch up on My5. @ZareenaHyder @channel5_tv #GPsBehindClosedDoors References and Useful Links www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles / www.NHS.uk/conditions/Otitis-media Levin S. A history of dummies. Nursing RSA 1990;5:17-20 2. Warren JJ et al. Effects of oral habits’ duration on dental characteristics in the primary dentition. J Am Dent Assoc. 2001;132:1685-93 3. Adair SM et al. Effects of current and former pacifier use on the dentition of 24-59-month-old children. Pediatr Dent. 1995; 17:437-44.

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The First Swim Top tips for your first baby swimming lesson By Jo Wilson, co-Director of Swim Works and Little Splashers.

We often get asked for advice on how to prepare for our swim classes, or even just hear cries of, “Help! I’ve never done this before!” But don’t worry – most babies love the water as it’s a very natural environment for them and a wonderful bonding experience for you both.

When you get there Arrive in the changing room 15 minutes before your lesson as they can get busy between classes. Have your changing mat to hand so you can put your baby down on it (on the floor rather than a bench) when you arrive.

Baby swimming lessons are the best way to introduce your little one to the water – you get to swim with a qualified, supportive instructor and lots of other parents too so you can share your experiences. But regardless of whether you have lessons or go it alone, there’s lots you can do to make sure that first trip to the pool goes swimmingly!

Sit with your baby on poolside for a couple of minutes, so they get used to the new sights and sounds. If the pool only has ladders, pop a towel on poolside (with your baby’s feet facing towards the water so they can’t roll in), swivel in backwards, then collect your baby.

Getting out Wrap your little one in a towel, and pop them in a safe spot like their changing mat on the floor. Dry yourself first so you don’t drip water on your baby.

Be prepared Make sure the pool you’re going to is warm and shallow enough to hold your baby comfortably. Plan swim time around your baby’s naps and feeds. You’ll need a pack of swim nappies (check sizes and take a spare just in case!), and an over layer like a Happy Nappy. A warmer or wrap will keep your baby cosy (you’ll still need a double nappy underneath). Practise putting the double nappy on your baby at home to check the fit. If you’re going on your own, find out about parking, money for lockers, whether you can take in car seats or pushchairs or where you can leave them. Wear your swimmers under your clothes for a quick change, and leave expensive jewellery or watches at home. Choose loose clothes for you and a babygro for your little one as they’re so much easier to take off and on!

Babies can sometimes be tired and cry when dressing after classes, but they’ll soon feel relaxed and sleepy after all that fun!

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Swim nappy (disposable or washable) and a spare Happy nappy Baby wrap/warmer (optional) Towels for you and baby Changing mat Change for locker if needed

For afterwards: • Nappy • Milk for baby (unless you’re breastfeeding of course) and a drink for you • Snack for toddler • Plastic bag for wet items

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Rugby TinyTalk

10:00-11:00T at United Reformed Church, 40 Hillmorton Road CV22 5AD. 07702 810251; For 0 - 1s, £5.60 per session (please book).

Brownsover Baby Group

13:30-15:00T at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347; For 0s, £1 per family (donation). Group for Non Walkers. Call to ensure group running.

Cawston Toddle Time

9:30-11:00T at Cawston Grange Children’s Centre, Cawston Grange Primary School CV22 7GU. 01788 817723; For 1 - 3s, £1 (donation). Walking-under 3.Call to check group running.

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Award winning Baby Signing classes with TinyTalk Warwickshire. For babies up to 18 months With signing, singing, sensory play and action songs, plus refreshments for the grown ups! Try your first class FREE, and learn how to communicate with your baby before they can speak! Visit www.tinytalk.co.uk/victoriac or call Vicky on 07702 810251 to book your place at one of our Rugby or Dunchurch classes.

Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas & Little Tappers: 15:45-16:30TH; For 3 - 5s, (please book). A ballet and tap class little ones will enjoy. Pre Syllabus Ballet & Tap: 16:3017:15T; For 5-7s, (please book). Funky Dance Classes: 17:1517:45TH; For 3 - 7s, (book by term). A lively fun & energetic class. at Love Ballet Dance Company at Cawston Community Hall CV22 7GU. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Hillmorton Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

10:00-11:00T at Water Babies, Rugby School, Horton Crescent CV22 5DJ. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per session (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

The Creation Station

10:00-12:05T at Dunchurch Village Hall, Rugby Road CV22 6PN. 07732 410118; For 0 - 5s, £6 per child (please book). Classes: 1010.50am (15mth-5yr) & 11.20am12.05pm (5mth-14mth).

Twins or More

10:30-12:00T at Rugby Methodist Church, Russelheim Way CV22 7TB. For 0 - 5s.

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11:15-12:30T at Overslade Community Centre, 68 Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; £175 (book by term). £175 for course,rising to £200 by Sept 17.Call for more info.16+.

9:30-11:00T at Church Lawford Village Hall, School Street CV23 9EE. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 0 - 5s, £3.50 per class (book by term). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

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Brownsover Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre

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14:00-15:00T at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23 9AL. 01788 568554; For 0s, £1 (donation). Check group is running. For Non Walkers.

9:30-11:00TH at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0 - 5s, £1 (donation). Contact centre to ensure group is on.

9:30-11:00T at Overslade Community Centre, 68 Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; £10 per class (please book). £13 drop in (space permitting). Ages: 16+.

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13:30-14:30T at Oakfield Children’s Centre, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. 01788 547368; For 0 - 5s, £1 donation (drop in).

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19:30-21:00T at Cawston Community Hall, Scholar’s Drive CV22 7GU. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; £10 per class (book). £13 drop in (space permitting). Ages: 16+.

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14:00-15:30T at Water Babies, Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

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 & Toddler Group

Harborough Magna Harborough Magna Toddlers

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

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.

Cawston Cawston Grange Children’s Centre

Hillmorton Swim Works Swim Centre

Aqua Tums Post Natal Class: 10:00-10:45TH; For 0s, (please book). Postnatal aqua yoga. Preschool Swimming Classes: 10:30-15:30TH; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques. Aqua Tums Pre-natal Class: 18:3019:15TH; For bump, (please book). Aqua Yoga class for pregnancy. at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028.

Long Lawford The Creation Station

Health Visitor Clinic: 9:15-10:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to check session on. Breastfeeding Support Group: 10:30-11:30TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). Call to check group on. at Cawston Grange Children’s Centre, Cawston Grange Primary School, CV22 7GU. 01788 817723.

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

Lionhearts Baby & Toddler Group 13:30-15:00TH at St Marks

Join us at various locations around Rugby or book your own event. Church, Church Walk CV22 7GU.

9:30-11:35T at Long Lawford Memorial Hall, 9 Railway Street CV23 9BA. 07732 410118; For 0 - 5s, £6 per child (please book). Classes: 9.30-10.20am (15mth-5yr) & 10.50-11.35am (5mth-14mth).

Stay & Play

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

Newbold Baby Group

10:00-11:00T at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0s, £1 (drop in). Baby Group for Non Walkers.£1 donation.

Rugby The Salvation Army Sunbeams Toddler Group

9:00-11:00T at The Salvation Army, Bennfield Road CV21 2AS. 01788 542347; For 0 - 3s, £1 per child (drop in).

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Call or email Emma for more information or to book your own party. emma@paintandglaze.co.uk 01788 560771

www.paintandglaze.co.uk Health Visitor Clinic

9:15-10:30TH at Oakfield Children’s Centre at Christian Life Centre CV21 2JE. 01788 547368; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Rainbow Tots

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

Little Kickers

9:20-12:00TH at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. 01327 700153; For 1 - 4s, per child (please book). 9.20 Little Kicks,10.15 Junior.

NCT Family Park Walk

10:20-12:00TH at Caldecott Park, Evreux Way CV21 2DT. Rugby@nct.org.uk; For bump - 5s, FREE (drop in). 2nd & 4th Tues.

For 0 - 5s, FREE.

Hillmorton Swim Works Classes

13:00-15:00TH at Swim Works, High St 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 Stay & Play

9:30-11:00TH at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23 9AL. For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (donation). Call to ensure group is running.

Newbold Health Visitor Clinic

13:15-14:45T at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). £1 Donation.

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

Coffee Break

Hatha Yoga Classes

Birthlight Pregnancy Yoga Yoga for Healthy Lower Backs Teaching since 1998 Call Leigh: 0794 127 9343 www.innerpeaceyoga.co.uk

9:15-10:45T at St Matthew and St Oswald’s Church, Lawford Road CV22 7BE. 01788 330440; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family. Fun and friendly group.

Rhyme Time

9:30-10:00 & 11:00-11:30T at Rugby Library, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Songs and Stories

10:00-11:15T at St Andrews Church, Church Street CV21 3PT. For 0 - 4s, £2.50 (donation). Musical fun and story time.

Kidz Love Yoga & Babies Love Yoga Parent and Toddler Yoga: 12:30-13:15TH; For 0 - 2s. For babies on the move & toddlers. Babies Love Yoga Classes: 13:30-14:30T; For 0 - 1s. For babies from 8 weeks to crawling. at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. Tel: 07738 630862.

Baby Group - Non Walkers

13:30-15:00T at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488; For 0s, £1 per family (donation). Call centre to check group on.

Wolston Rhyme Time

Thursday Brandon Nature Tots

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

Brownsover Kangas ‘n’ Roos Toddlers Group 9:00-11:00T at Brownsover Community School, Webb Drive CV23 0UP. 01788 547660; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family.

Toddle Time

9:30-11:00T at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347; For 1 - 3s, £1 per family (drop in). Walking-Under 3. Call to ensure running.

Cawston Dandy Development Classes

10:00-12:00TH at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music & sensory.

14:30-15:00TH at Wolston Library & Children’s Centre, Warwick Road CV8 3GX. 01788 817723; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

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Coventry Little Splashers 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.

Water Babies

15:45-18:45T at Water Babies, Sherbourne Fields School CV6 1PR. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

Hillmorton Swim Works 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.

Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

19:30-21:00T at St. George’s Church Hall, Hillmorton CV22 5HR. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; £10 (drop in). £13 drop in (space permitting).Ages: 16+.

Newbold Little Stars

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

Stay & Play

13:30-15:00TH at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0 - 5s, £1 (donation). Contact centre to ensure group is on.

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Rugby Tiny Tots

9:30-11:15TH at Tiny Tots, Rugby Methodist Church Centre CV22 7TB. Miriam: 07801 802718; For 0 - 5s, £0.50 (drop in).

Yoga for Babies, Toddlers & Children Yoga, movement and relaxation for toddlers & children

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CMY

Toddle Time: 9:30-11:00T; For 1 3s, (drop in). Walking-under 3s. Call to check group on. Breastfeeding Support Group: 13:30-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call before attending. Health Visitor Clinic: 13:3015:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to check on. at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488.

Water Babies

11:00-11:30T at Rugby Library, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Kidz Love Yoga & Movement 12:30-13:10T at Cawston Community Hall, Scholars Drive CV22 7GU. Natalie: 07738 630862; For 2 - 5s. Rugby Classes Tuesday & Saturday Mornings Call Antony / Lynne on 01327 700153 lnewbould@littlekickers.co.uk

Tadpoles

10:00-11:00T at St Andrews Church, Church Street CV21 3PT. For 0 - 1s, £1 (donation). Babies & non-walkers.

Health Visitor Clinic

13:30-15:00TH at Oakfield Children’s Centre, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Please call centre to ensure group is on.

Friday

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

Hillmorton Little Acorns Baby & Toddler Group 10:00-11:30TH 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

Cawston Love Ballet Mini Movers Cawston

Overslade Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-11:00TH at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Call to check session running.

10:00-11:00T at Love Ballet Dance Company at Cawston Community Hall CV22 7GU. Lorraine: 07921 853773; For 0 - 5s, £5 per class (please book).

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

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

Saturday Bilton Little Kickers

Brownsover Stay & Play

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Rhyme Time

t: 07738 630 862 e: natalie@kidzloveyoga.co.uk

Dunchurch Boogie Beanies

9:30-11:00TH at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488; For 0 5s, £1 per family (donation). Call centre to ensure group on.

Baby yoga, baby massage, post-natal yoga & relaxation

Claremont Children’s Centre

9:15-12:00T at United Reformed Church, 40 Hillmorton Road CV22 5AD. 07702 810251; For 0 - 1s, £5.60 per session (please book). Class start at 9.15am & 11am.

Stay & Play

Free Trial Session

9:30-11:00T at Dixon Hall, Vicarage Road CV22 7AJ. 01788 547368; For 0 - 5s, £1 (donation). Call centre to ensure group is on.

TinyTalk

13:30-15:00TH at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23 9AL. For 0 - 3s, £1 (drop in). Call to ensure group is running. £1 donation.

9:30-12:00T at Overslade Community Centre, 68 Buchanan Rd CV22 6AY. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 0 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

Birthlight Pregnancy Yoga

19:30-21:00T at Overslade Community Centre, 68 Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Leigh: 0794 127 9343; £10 per class (book by term). £13 drop in (space permitting). From 14 wks-birth.

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.

8:35-12:15TH at Rugby High School, Longrood Road CV22 7RE. 01327 700153; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Multiple, age-specific classes running.

Coventry Water Babies Swimming Classes

8:30-13:00T at Foxford Leisure Centre, Ansell Drive CV6 6BB. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

Water Babies Swimming Classes

9:00-9:30T at Holiday Inn Coventry, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

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.

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.

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Rugby Area continued - Add your group/class at bit.ly/add-a-listing 9:00-11:00TH at Lawrence Sheriff School, Clifton Road CV21 3AG. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 5s, £6.50 (please book). Rugby Classes for ages 2 - 6 years.

Sunday

Water Babies Swimming Classes 10:00-12:30T at Water Babies, Foxford Leisure Centre, Ansell Drive CV6 6BB. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

Dunchurch Scrumkids Classes

Coventry Water Babies Swimming Classes

8:30-11:30T at Water Babies, Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Funfilled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

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

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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.

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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, £1.50 per family (drop in).

Alveston Monkey Music

9:30-12:10T at Alveston Malt House, Alveston Village CV37 7QP. 01789 720289; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Claverdon Stepping Stones Baby And Toddler Group

9:00-10:45T at Claverdon Church Centre, Church Road CV35 8PD. 01926 843353; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in).

Gaydon Mini Motorist Mondays

10:30-12:00T at British Motor Museum, Banbury Road CV35 0BJ. 01926 927823; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Free activity, museum entrance fee applies. Once a month, call for dates.

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 9 months go free. Not bank hols.

Henley in Arden Stay & Play

10:00-11:30T at Studley Children’s Centre at Henley Hub B95 6AF. 01527 850136; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Call centre before attending to check times.

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Pre-School Swimming Lessons

9:30-11:00T at Kineton Village Hall, Mill Lane CV35 0LB. Rachel: 07772 035952; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). £1.50 1st paying adult, 50p per child/add adult, under 6mths free.

9:00-11:00T at St Leonard’s Church CV47 7RR. Shirley: 01327 260915; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Shipston-on-Stour Badger Valley Children’s Centre

Toy Library: 9:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Come & borrow some toys. Baby Massage: 13:30-15:00TH; For 0s, (please book). 2-6mth.Call to book. at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

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

Snitterfield Snitterfield Rag Tag Toddler Group 9:45-11:45T 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.

Napton Playgroup

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.

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Baby Massage: 10:00-11:00T; For under 1 years, £10 per course, call centre to book. Baby Play: 13:00-14:30T; For 0 - 1s, £1.50 per family (drop in). From birth-18 mths. at Southam & District Children’s Centre, Arundel House CV47 0EP. 01926 810028.

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 lesson times & bookings.

Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford Children’s Centre

Rosebird Baby Weigh & Play: 9:30-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £1 (donation). 2nd & 4th Mon. Baby Massage: 13:00-14:30T; For 0s, £10 per course, call centre to book. at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624.

Inbetweenies

10:00-11:00T at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016; For 6 - 9mths, £1.50 per family (donation). Call for dates & info.

Everyone Active Stratford Leisure Centre

Swimming lessons: 9:00-18:30TH; For 0 - 4s, £5 per child (please book). Various lessons available, please call to book. Active Antz: 10:30-12:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £3.85 per session (drop in). Mini Gymnastics: 16:00-17:00T; For 3 - 5s, £6.50 per child (please book). at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

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.

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Alderminster Tots

Love Ballet Dance Company

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!

Prima Ballerinas Dance Classes: 16:00-16:30TH; For 3 - 4s, (book by term). Fun introduction to ballet. Pre-Syllabus Ballet Classes: 16:3017:15TH; For 5s, (book by term). at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773. Free trial available.

Meet & Play

10:00-11:30TH at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per family (donation). Fun play for under 5 years.

Stratford-upon-Avon Aqua Beans Swimming Classes

Early Pregnancy Antenatal Classes

9:30-11:30T at Croft House Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

19:00-21:00T at Bump2baby Reality, 23 Bridgetown Road CV37 7JH. Helen: 01926 732143; For bump, FREE (please book). Info at www.bump2babyreality.co.uk.

Toddler Chatter Matter

11:30-12:30TH at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For 0 - 1s, £10 (book by 6-week term). £10 for 6wks,call to book.

Studley Pre-School Swimming Lessons

15:00-18:00T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various times available, call centre, holiday times vary.

Everyone Active Stratford

Swimming lessons: 9:00-18:30TH; For 0 - 4s, £5 per child (please book). Various lessons available. Active Antz: 9:30-11:00TH; For 0 4s, £3.85 per session (drop in). Mini Dribblers: 13:30-14:30T; For 3 - 5s, £6.50 per child (please book). at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Tuesday Alcester Health Visitors Clinic with Baby Play

10:30-12:00TH at Alcester Children’s Centre at Bidford Church Rooms, Church Street B50 4DA. 01789 764093; For 0 - 5s, (drop in).

Barford Dandy Development Class

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. Runs monthly - please call for the next date.

Ettington Cheeky Chimps Toddler Group

10:00-12:00T at Ettington Community Centre, Rogers Lane CV37 7SX. 07794 312783; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in).

Harbury Bumps and Bundles

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.

Lighthorne Heath Baby Chatter Matters

10:00-11:00T at Lighthorne Heath Children’s’ Centre, Stratford Road CV33 9TW. 01926 691105; For 4-8mths. £10 per course, call centre to book.

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Shipston-on-Stour Badger Valley Children’s Centre

Toy Library: 9:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Come & borrow some toys. Health Visitor Clinic: 9:30-11:30TH; For 0 1s, FREE (drop in). See your HV for Advice, weigh & Breastfeeding Support. Stay and Play: 13:30-15:00T; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 (drop in). £1.50 donation. at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Shipston Library Rhyme Time

10:45-11:15T at Shipston Library, Church Street CV36 4AP. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

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

Southam Health Visitor Clinic with Baby Play

9:30-11:30TH at Southam & District Children’s Centre, Arundel House CV47 0EP. 01926 810028; For 0 - 1s, (drop in). 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month.

Rhyme Time & Story Stomp

11:00-11:30T at Unit 9, Brewster’s Corner CV47 1PN. 01926 812 523; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

13:30-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for lesson times & bookings.

Baby and Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Stratford-uponAvon Methodist Church, Family Room CV37 6BG. For 0 - 2s. Check group on before attending.

Baby Play

10:30-11:30TH at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016; For 0s, £1.50 per family (donation). Sensory activities & singing.

Speech & Language Drop-In

10:30-12:00TH at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For 1 - 5s, £1.50 per family (donation). 1st Tues of the month, arrive early as restricted on numbers.

Health Visitors Clinic (0-5yr)

13:30-15:00TH at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Stratford Healthcare Centre CV37 6NQ. 01789 414016; For 0 1s, FREE (drop in). 1st Tues of the month.

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 Studley Children’s Centre

Stoneham Drop in: 11:00-13:00T; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Health Visitor Clinic: 13:00-15:00TH; For 0 4s, FREE (drop in). at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136. Call centre before attending to check times.

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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.

Wednesday Alcester Alcester Library Rhyme Time

GO4GOALS football sessions cover the following age groups; Age 2-11, Boys & Girls • 9.00am - 9.40am Leamington Spa Nursery & Pre School • 10.00am - 11.00am Leamington Spa Primary School • 10.30am - 11.30am Stratford Upon Avon Primary School • 11.40am - 12.20pm Stratford Upon Avon Nursery & Pre School Age 5-11, Boys & Girls (After school clubs, private sessions, birthday parties and school holiday camps)

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

Health Visitors Clinic with Baby Play

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

13:00-14:45TH at Run by Southam CC at Early Years Centre, Poplar Road CV47 2RT. 01926 810028; For 0 - 1s, (drop in). 1st Wed of month.

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

Fenny Compton Fenny Compton Tots Group

9:45-11:45T at Fenny Compton Village Hall, Memorial Road. 01295 770587; For 0 - 5s, £2 per family (drop in). First timers get free entry.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

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). Call centre before attending to check times.

Kineton Hartbeeps

10:00-12:45T at Kineton Village Hall, Mill Street CV35 0LB. 07712 355362; For 0 - 4s, £6 per session (book by term). £6.50 drop in. Siblings £3.50. Call to find out class times.

Lighthorne Heath Baby Massage

Southam Mini Movers

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.

Stay & Play

9:30-11:00TH at Southam & District Children’s Centre, Arundel House CV47 0EP. 01926 810028; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Toys, crafts & singing. 9:30-11:00TH at The Link, Lindsay Walk CV47 2UH. 01926 691105; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Call to check running.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

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.

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

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

Messy Explorers

10:00-11:30T at Lighthorne Heath Children’s’ Centre, Stratford Road CV33 9TW. 01926 691105; For 8 weeks crawling. £10 per course, call to book.

Shipston-on-Stour Toy Library

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 lesson times & bookings.

Stratford-upon-Avon Stratford Children’s Centre

Baby Play: 10:00-11:00TH; For 0 - 1s, £1.50 per family (donation). Runs 2nd & 4th Weds, call for dates. Cook Together: 13:00-14:30T; For 1 - 5s, £10 per course, call to check dates & book. at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624.

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9:00-18:30TH at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 0 - 4s, £5 per child (please book). Various lessons available, please call to book.

Stratford Children’s Centre

Baby Weigh & Play & Breastfeeding Support: 9:3011:00TH; For 0s, £1.50 per family (donation). Runs 1st & 3rd Weds of month. Introduction to Solid Foods: 11:45-13:00TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (please book). Runs 2nd Weds. Call centre to ensure running. at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624.

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).

Monkey Music

9:30-12:10T at Rosebird Community Hall, Shipston Road CV37 8LU. 01789 720289; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

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.

Baby Sensory

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).

Studley Pre-School Swimming Lessons

15:00-18:00T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times & availability. Holiday times vary.

Wellesbourne Story Stomp

11:00-11:30TH at Wellesbourne Library, Kineton Road CV35 9NF. 01789 840528; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Thursday Alcester Open Doors Toddler Group

9:45-11:30T at Alcester Methodist Church, Priory Rd B49 5DX. Elizabeth: 07837 216691; For 0 - 4s, £2 per family (drop in). With toys, soft play and crafts. 1st session free.

Bop Tots

10:00-11:00TH at Alcester Children’s Centre, St. Nicholas’ Church House B49 5AL. 01789 764093; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in).

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Alveston Monkey Music

Lighthorne Heath Baby Play

9:30-12:10T at Alveston Malt House, Alveston Village CV37 7QP. 01789 720289; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Bishops Itchington Bishops Itchington Baby and Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Memorial Hall, Fisher Road CV47 2RE. For bump - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). Friendly Group with toys, crafty table, song time & refreshments.

Evesham Salford Priors Group

10:00-11:30T at Alcester Children’s Centre at The Other Place, Topps Building, School Avenue WR11 8XB. 01789 764093; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Health visitors and play acitivities.

Lighthorne Heath Messy Explorers

9:30-11:00TH at Lighthorne Heath Children’s’ Centre, Stratford Road CV33 9TW. 01926 691105; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Please call to check running.

Shipston-on-Stour Badger Valley Children’s Centre

Toy Library: 9:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Come & borrow some toys. Chatter Matters: 10:00-11:00TH; For 0 - 1s, (please book). 6mths-1year. Baby Play: 14:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). For under 2s. at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

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

Shipston Library Story Stomp

10:45-11:15TH at Shipston Library, Church Street CV36 4AP. 0300 5558171; For 2 - 4s, 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).

Baby Chatter Matters

10:00-11:00T at Southam & District Children’s Centre, Arundel House CV47 0EP. 01926 810028; For babies under 1 year. £10 per course, call centre to book.

Love Ballet Dance Company

Funky Dance Classes: 16:00-16:30TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). A lively, fun and energetic class. Gymnastics Classes: 16:30-17:00TH; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. Love Ballet Boys Street Dance: 17:4518:30TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Lively, fun and energetic class. £34 a term. at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

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9:30-11:30T at Lighthorne Heath Children’s’ Centre, Stratford Road CV33 9TW. 01926 691105; For 0 - 1s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Babies birth to 1.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

13:30-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for lesson times & bookings.

Stratford-upon-Avon Baby Chatter Matters

10:00-11:00H at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624; For under 18mths. £10 per course, call for dates & to book.

Everyone Active Stratford

Swimming lessons: 9:00-11:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £5 per class (please book). Various lessons. Active Antz: 10:00-11:30TH; For 0 - 4s, £3.85 per session (drop in). at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Stay and Play

10:00-11:30T at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Tyler House CV37 6TY. 01789 414016; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (donation). Fun activities,snacks & singing.

Trinity Tots

13:30-15:00T at Holy Trinity Parish Center, Old Town CV37 6BG. 01789 266316; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Free play, storytelling, rhyme time, crafts & snacks.

Aqua Beans Aquanatal Classes

18:00-19:30T at Croft House Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Claire: 07984 620246; For bump. From 14 weeks pregnant onwards.

Studley Pre-School Swimming Lessons

9:30-18:30T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various times available, holiday times vary.

Studley Children’s Centre

Speech & Language Drop Iin: 13:3014:30TH; For 2 - 5s, (drop in). Messy Play: 13:30-15:00TH; For 11/2 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136. Call centre before attending to check times.

Friday Alcester Talk and Play

10:00-11:30T at Alcester Children’s Centre, St. Nicholas’ CofE Primary School B49 6AG. 01789 764093; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Harbury Dandy Development Class

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!

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 & 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 times,call for more info & to book.

Southam Love Ballet Dance Company

Mini Movers: 10:00-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). A really fun, lively musical dance class. Little Tappers Dance Classes: 16:00-16:30T; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun introduction to tap dancing. at Love Ballet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Rhyme Time & Story Stomp

11:00-11:30T at Unit 9, Brewster’s Corner CV47 1PN. 01926 812 523; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

11:30-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for lesson times & bookings.

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 Aqua Beans Swimming Classes

13:30-15:30T at Croft House Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

Swimming lessons

9:00-18:00TH at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 0 - 4s, £5 per child (please book). Various lessons available.

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:10T at St Peter’s Mission, Manor Rd CV37 7EA. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). Classes: 9.30am Toddler, 10.10 Preschool, 10.50 Toddler, 11.40 Baby.

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).

Tiny Trotters - Art and Play

9:30-11:00T at The Old Slaughterhouse, The Yard CV37 6EE. 07462477577; For 0 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). £4 per child, £2 additional sibling.

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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.

Hartbeeps

10:15-13:00T at Stratford Garden Centre, Campden Road CV37 8LW. 07712 355362; For 0 - 4s, £6 per session (book by term). £6.50 drop in. Siblings £3.50. Call to find out class times.

10:30-12:20TH at Stratford High School, Alcester Road CV37 7RL. Jason: 07747 562469; For 2 - 5s, £4 per child (book by term). Football coaching class for little & big ones.

Hartbeeps offers original music & multi-sensory play classes for babies and toddlers in Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon. Studley Mini productions for the very young! Contact Lee-Anne on 07712355362 lee-anne@hartbeeps.com

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Baby Chatter Matters: 10:0011:00TH; For 0s, £10 per course. Baby Massage: 13:30-14:30TH; For 0s. at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136. Call centre before attending to book and check times.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

14:30-17:30T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various times available,holiday times vary.

Wellesbourne Rhyme Time - Wellesbourne Library

Southam Pre-School Swimming Lessons

8:00-12:30TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for lesson times & bookings.

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!

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

Saturday

Stratford-upon-Avon Swimming lessons

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 times, call for more info & to book.

8:00-13:00TH at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 0 - 4s, £5 per child (please book). Various lessons available.

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Pre-School Swimming Lessons

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

Sunday Priors Marston 9 o’clock Club

9:00-10:00T at St Leonard’s Church CV47 7RR. Shirley: 01327 260915; For 3 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Southam Pre-School Swimming Lessons

8:00-12:30TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for lesson times & bookings.

Stratford-upon-Avon Rugbytots

8:30-12:30TH at Meon Vale Leisure Centre, Bailey Avenue CV37 8QR. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 6s, £6.50 per session (please book).

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.

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Monday

Cubbington Castle Gymnastics Club

Balsall Common Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

14:30-16:45T at St Peters Church Hall, Holly Lane CV7 7EA. Cheryl: 07712 528781; For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). For walkers-5yrs.

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.

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9:45-12:00T at Cubbington Methodist Church Hall, Queen Street CV32 7NA. For 2 - 4s, £6 per class (book by term). Contact for bookings and class times.

Hampton Magna Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

11:00-11:35T 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 and upwards.

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Kenilworth Save a Baby’s Life

10:00-12:00T at St Johns Children’s Centre at Kenilworth Children’s Centre CV8 1JP. 01926 856397; £1 per family (please book). 2nd Mon of month. Call to check dates.

Leamington Spa Monkey Music

9:30-12:10T at The Octagon, St Mary Magdalene’s Church, Vicarage Road CV32 7RH. 01789 720289; For 0 - 3s, (please book).

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Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa

Level 6 - Our Logical Thinkers: 9:3010:15TH; For 21/2 - 4s, (please book). Level 4 - Our Problem Solvers: 10:30-11:15 & 15:00-15:45TH; For 16 - 22mths, (please book). Level 5 - Our Creative Thinkers: 11:3012:15TH; For 22mths - 21/2yrs, (please book). Open Gym: 12:30-13:30 & 16:00-16:45TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. Level 3 - Our Little Communicators: 14:0014:45; For 10 - 16mths, (please book). at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials & discounts available.

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Trial.

Arty Splats

BilinguaSing Spanish Class

13:00-16:45T at Dale Street Church Centre CV32 5HL. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

LWAD Pre-School Ballet & Tap Classes

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 +.

GymStars

9:30-11:45T at Warwick Gates Community Centre CV34 6DZ. Abby: 07795 516 367; For 1 - 4s, (please book). 9.30am crawling3yrs, 10.15am 3-4yrs, 11am 3-4yrs.

Child Health Clinic

LWAD Reception Tap & Ballet Class

Little Saints

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.

16:00-16:30T at Lillington Community Centre, Mason Ave CV32 7QE. 01926 887780; For 4 - 5s, £4 (book by term). Ballet & Tap Dance Class 4-6yrs. Monday class starts September.

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

Kingsley Tiny Tots

10:15-12:00TH at The Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. Jenna: 07889 211362; For 0 - 5s, £6 per session (please book). Classes: 10.1511am / 11.15am-12pm. 12:45-15:15T at Oddfellows, Warwick Street CV32 5LD. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

Warwick Warwick Library Story Stomp

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

10:30-11:00TH at Lillington Library, Valley Road CV32 7SJ. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

9:30-11:30TH at Newburgh Children’s Centre, Kipling Avenue CV34 6LD. 01926 490629; For 0s, FREE (drop in). 1st Mon of month. Bring your red book. 9:45-10:45T at All Saints Church, Vicarage Green CV34 5NJ. For 0 - 5s, FREE (donation). Activities & sing-song session.

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 (drop in). Join us for tea, coffee, chat & play. Breastfeeding Counsellor: 10.30-11.30am.

Little Fishes Baby & Toddler Group 10:00-11:30T at Saltisford Church, Albert Street CV34 4JX. For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Email: littlefishes@ saltisfordchurch.org.uk.

Arty Tots Get Messy With Their Grandparents!

10:00-12:00T at St John’s Museum CV34 4NF. 01926 412132; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in).

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Water Babies

12:30-13:00T at Water Babies, Freedom Fitness CV34 5PZ. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

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).

Whitnash Rhyme Time and Story Stomp

11:15-11:45TH at Whitnash Library & Information Centre, Franklin Road CV31 2JH. For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

9:30-11:30T at St James Church Hall Styvechale, Knoll Drive CV3 5BT. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 4mths - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Fun dance classes.

Kenilworth Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-11:30T at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 3s, £4.90 per class (please book). Classes: 9.30am Toddler,10.10am & 11am Baby. Free Trials.

Castle Gymnastics Club

9:45-12:00T at Kenilworth Methodist Church Hall, Priory Road CV8 1LQ. For 2 4s, £6 per class (book by term). Contact for bookings and class times.

Cradle Club

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.

Baby Time

13:30-14:30TH at Whitnash Children’s Centre, Nursery Lane CV31 2PW. 01926 315586; For 0 - 1s, FREE. Up to 1 year.

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.

Tuesday Baginton Baginton Parent & Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Baginton Village Hall, Frances Road CV8 3AB. Steph: 07919 263226; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per child (drop in). 50p for babies, £1 for siblings over 12mths.

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Coventry Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

Water Babies

10:00-12:00T at Water Babies, Thorns Infant School CV8 2DS. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

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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.

Leamington Spa Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa

Level 4 - Our Problem Solvers: 9:3010:15TH; For 16 - 22mths, (please book). Level 3 - Our Little Communicators: 10:3011:15; For 10 - 16mths, (please book). Level 5/6 - Our Logical and Creative Thinkers: 11:30-12:15TH; For 22mths - 4yrs, (please book). Level 6 - Our Logical Thinkers: 11:3012:15TH; For 21/2 - 4s, (please book). Level 5 - Our Creative Thinkers: 11:3012:15TH; For 22mths - 21/2yrs, (please book). Open Gym: 12:30-16:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials & discounts available.

Family Tree Club

Baby Massage: 10:00-11:15TH; For 6wks9mths, (book by 5-week term). Call for course dates. Dinky Disco: 16:00-16:30TH; For 1 - 3s, (please book). Ages: Walking - 3 years. Members Only. Street Dance: 16:30-17:00T; For 3 - 7s, (please book). Members Only. at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

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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). Award-winning class for 0-13mths. Free trials.

Rhymetime and Story Stomp

10:30-11:00TH at Leamington Spa Library, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

BilinguaSing French Class

10:30-12:15T at Radford Road Methodist Church CV31 1NF. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

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.

Kingsway Sure Start Children’s Centre

Toddler Time: 13:00-14:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Speech and Language Drop-In: 13:00-14:30T; For 0 - 5s, FREE. 1st Tues of month: 4/4, 2/5, 6/6, 4/7. at Kingsway Children’s Centre, Baker Avenue CV31 3HB. 01926 336793.

Learning Mandarin and music through singing, chanting and moving to nursery rhymes in Mandarin.

Burton Green Dandy Development Class

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

www.mmmusicians.com Jumping, climbing, rolling - your children are already natural born gymnasts. Help them gain confidence in these skills at Castle Gymnastics Club.

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!

Coventry Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

16:00-17:00T at Quinton Park Baptist Church, Quinton Park CV3 5LU. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

PARENT & TODDLER CLASS, 2-3yrs

INDEPENDENT

CLASS, 3-4yrs Mon & Thurs: Cubbington Tues: Kenilworth.

Kenilworth 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 so please call centre before attending.

Email us to book a TRIAL castlegymnastics@outlook.com

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.

Lillington Lillington Library Rhyme Time

14:00-14:30TH at Lillington Library, Valley Road CV32 7SJ. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Radford Semele Radford Rascals Baby and Toddler Stay & Play Group 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 always welcome! www. rsbc.info.

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). 4th Tues of month.Check session times in the hols.

Monkey Music

9:30-12:10T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. 01789 720289; For 1 - 4s, (please book). 9:30-11:00T at Newburgh Children’s Centre at Newburgh Primary School CV34 6LD. 01926 490629; For 0 - 4s, FREE. Lots of activities inc singing /story time.

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15:40-16:25TH 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.

Suitable from 3 months to 5 years old. Classes are now taking place in Kenilworth, Warwick and Leamington Spa.

Leek Wootton Twins Baby and Toddler Group

Play Together

Balsall Common Rugbytots

www.castlegymnasticsclub.co.uk

Hampton Magna Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at Hampton Magna Community Centre, Field Barn Road CV35 8RT. 07506 713277; For 0 - 5s, £2 per child (drop in). 50p per extra child over 6mths.

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.

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 (drop in). Join us for tea, coffee, chat & play.

Aqua Beans Swimming Classes

16:00-17:00T at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. Claire: 07984 620246; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Themed swimming lessons to capture active imaginations.

Whitnash Toddler Time

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

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!

Little Crackers Stay ‘n’ Play

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!

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 alternate Weds, please call to check.

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). Runs alternate Weds,please call to check.

Kenilworth Library Rhyme Time

11:00-11:30TH at Kenilworth Library & Information Centre, Smalley Place, CV8 1QG. 0300 5558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). 0-2yrs.

Leamington Spa 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).

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 with weekly crafts and refreshments.

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Tiny Tots Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Trial.

Award Winning Dance & Gymnastics classes for Babies and Toddlers

Baby Clinic

9:30-11:30TH 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.

from 10 months and upwards

Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa

Level 2 - Our Little Doers: 9:3010:15TH; For 6-10 mths, (please book). Level 4 - Our Problem Solvers: 10:30-11:15TH; For 16-22 mths, (please book). Level 5 - Our Creative Thinkers: 11:30-12:15TH; For 22 mths-21/2 years, (please book). Open Gym: 12:30-13:30 & 16:0016:45TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. Level 1 - Sensory Baby Play: 14:0014:45TH; For Newborn-6mths, (please book). Level 3 - Our Little Communicators: 15:00-15:45; For 10 - 16 mths, (please book). at Gymboree, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials & discounts available.

10:00-10:45TH at St Margaret’s Centre, Whitnash Road CV31 2HB. 07870 165155; For 3 - 18mths, £5 per child (please book).

Thursday 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.

WINNERS “Best New Activity”

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

Boogie Beat: 10:00-10:45T; For 6m - 5yrs, (please book). Open to all. £5.50 for members, £6.50 for non-members. French Music: 11:00-11:30TH; For 0 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Open to all. Talking Tots: 16:00-17:00TH; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Letters & Sounds 4.00pm. Phonics 4.30pm.Members Only. at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Boogie Beat Music & Movement

LWAD Reception Tap & Ballet Class

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

Warwick Jack in the Box Toddler Group

9:30-11:30T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. 01926 335228; For 0 - 4s, £2 per child (drop in). Crafts, sensory/role play, books & singing.

Child Well-Being Clinic

10:00-10:45T at Offchurch Village Hall, Offchurch CV33 9AL. Kate: 07403 13577; For 0 - 4s, £5 per class (book by term). 6 months - 4yrs.

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.

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.

9:30-11:30TH at Westgate Children’s Centre, Bowling Green St CV34 4DD. 01926 490629; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). 2nd Weds of mth. Check Session times in holidays.

Stay & Play

9:30-11:00TH at Westgate Children’s Centre at The Gap CV34 5TD. 01926 490629; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

St Nicholas Parent & 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.

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 +.

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Whitnash Mini Mandarin Musicians

Barford Little Splashers Swimming Classes

Family Tree Club

LWAD Pre-School Ballet & Tap Classes

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.

Mini Meadows Baby and Toddler Group 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.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Physical Fun

Burton Green Burton Green Parent and Toddler Group 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.

Chase Meadow Reception Dance (Tap & Ballet)

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) age 4-5.

Coventry Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

16:00-17:00T at Quinton Park Baptist Church, Quinton Park CV3 5LU. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

Cubbington Castle Gymnastics Club

9:45-12:00T at Cubbington Methodist Church Hall, Queen Street CV32 7NA. For 2 - 4s, £6 per class (book by term). Contact for bookings and class times.

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

St John’s Children’s Centre

Buggy Breakfast: 9:00-10:00T; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in). Childminders Stay & Play: 10:00-11:30T; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Registered Childminders. at St Johns Children’s Centre, Mortimer Road CV8 1FS. 01926 856397.

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Warwick Library Rhyme Time

9:30-14:10T at Kenilworth Youth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. 01789 720289; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

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

St John’s Toddlers

Arty Splats

10:00-11:30T at St. John’s Church Hall, Warwick Road CV8 1HY. 01926 855344; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

10:15-12:00TH at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6DR. Jenna: 07889 211362; For 1 - 5s, £6 per session (please book). Classes: 10.15-11am & 11.15am-12pm.

Leamington Spa Baby Clinic

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.

Baby Sensory Classes

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 10week term). Award-winning class for 0 - 13m. Free trials.

Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa

Level 5 - Our Creative Thinkers: 9:30-10:15TH; For 22mths - 21/2yrs, (please book). Level 3 - Our Little Communicators: 10:30-11:15; For 10 - 16 mths, (please book). Level 6 - Our Logical Thinkers: 11:30-12:15TH; For 21/2 - 4s, (please book). Level 2 - Our Little Doers: 14:0014:45TH; For 6 - 10 mths, (please book). Level 4 - Our Problem Solvers: 15:00-15:45TH; For 16 - 22 mths, (please book). Open Gym: 16:00-16:45TH; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. at Gymboree, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials & discounts available.

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-11:20T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions.Free Trial.

Tachbrook Tinies

9:30-11:00T at St Chads Centre, Mallory Road CV33 9QX. 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.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

10:00-11:30T at Lillington Community Centre, 3 Mason Avenue CV32 7QE. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 0 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

Dandy Development Class

10:00-12:00H at St Barnabus Church, High Street CV8 1LZ. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Dandy Development Class

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!

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Water Babies

12:30-13:30T at Water Babies, Freedom Fitness CV34 5PZ. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun-filled progressive swimming lessons with the most qualified teachers in the world.

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.

Octotots Toddler Group

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.

Little Discoveries

11:00-11:45TH at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Members Only.

Stay and Play

13:30-15:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 432348; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). £1 per family inc refreshments,families asked to bring piece of fruit to share.

Breastfeeding Support

13:30-14:30TH at The Family Tree Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. For 0s, (drop in). Check on before attending.

Leek Wootton Leek Wootton Toddlers

10:00-11:30T at The Village Hall, Warwick Road CV35 7RB. Janet: 01926 258264; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 per family (drop in). All welcome for outdoor play,snack & singing. Good parking.

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.

Friday Coventry BilinguaSing French Class

10:30-11:15T at St Barbara’s Church, 22 Rochester Road CV5 6AG. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Kenilworth Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-10:30T at St Johns Church, 205 Warwick Road CV8 1HY. Cheryl: 07712 528781; For 2 - 4s, £3.50 per class (please book).

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 Church Mother and Toddler Group

10:00-11:20T at Kenilworth Methodist Church, Priory Rd CV8 1LQ. 01926 712652; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Inc. drink & biscuit for carer & child.

Arty Splats

10:15-12:00TH at Abbey Hill United Reformed Church Hall, Abbey Hill CV8 1LW. Jenna: 07889 211362; For 0 - 5s, £6 per session (please book). Classes: 10.1511am / 11.15am-12pm.

German Speaking Toddler Group 13:00-15:00TH at Burton Green Village Hall, Hodgetts Lane CV8 1PH. For 0 - 3s, £3 (drop in). First Fri of month. £3 per adult + 1 child, 50p additional sibling.

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9:15-10:45T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV326DL. 01926 432348; For 0 - 4s, £1 per family (drop in). Inc refreshments, please bring a piece of fruit to share.

Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa

Toy Library

A unique, high energy award winning class using puppets, illustrations, vibrant music to inspire children’s imagination.

Level 6 - Our Logical Thinkers: 9:30-10:15 & 14:00-14:45TH; For For more information 21/2 - 4s, (please book). Text Kate on 07403 13577 Level 5 - Our Creative Thinkers: 9:30-10:15TH; For 22mths - 21/2yrs, or email kate@boogiebeat.co.uk (please book). www.boogiebeat.co.uk Play and Learn - Families: 9:3010:15TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). Multi-ages. Dandy Development Baby & Level 5/6 - Our Logical and Creative Toddler Classes Thinkers: 9:30-10:15TH; For 22mths - 4s, Holiday Class: 10:00-11:50H; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 (please book). per session (please book). Holidays only. Level 3 - Our Little Communicators: 10:30Dandy Development Class: 10:00-13:05T; 11:15; For 10 - 16mths, (please book). For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Level 4 - Our Problem Solvers: 11:30at Radford Road Church, Radford Road 12:15TH; For 16 - 22mths, (please book). CV31 1NF. Nikki - 07890 241301. Combines Level 2 - Our Little Doers: 12:30-13:15TH; baby sign, music and sensory fun! For 6 - 10mths, (please book). Open Gym: 15:00-16:45TH; For 0 -5s, FREE Emmanuel Toddler Group (drop in). Members only. 10:00-11:30T at Emmanuel Evangelical at Gymboree, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Church, Heath Terrace CV32 5LY. Hannah: Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. 01926 424584; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family *Free Trials & discounts available. (drop in). Play, crafts, singing & story time.

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

Mummy & Me Dance Class

9:30-10:15T at Jaykays Dance Company, St Joseph’s Centre, Whitnash CV31 2JJ. 07738 954258; For 1, 2, 3, mums, £6 per child (drop in). Mummy & Me Dance Class 18 mths- 3 yrs.

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-11:30T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. Rachel: 07469 186042; For 0 - 5s, £4.90 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions.Free Trial.

Family Tree Club

Sing and Sign: 9:45-12:00TH; For 0 - 3s, (please book). Stage 2 9.45am and stage 1 11.00am. Open to all. FREE to members. Andi’s Yoga: 13:30-14:00TH; For 3 - 5s, (please book). Members Only. Football Skills Coaching: 16:00-17:00TH; For 2 - 5s, (please book). 4.00pm (2-3yrs) & 4.30pm (3.5+yrs). Members Only. at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Love Ballet Mini Movers Class

Baby Sensory

10:30-12:45TH 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.

Rhymetime and Story Stomp

10:30-11:00TH at Leamington Spa Library, Royal Pump Rooms CV32 4AA. 0300 555 8171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

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 Dance & Movement

13:15-14:45T at Jaykays Dance Company, Milverton Primary School CV32 6ES. 07738 954258; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Classes at 1.15pm & 2.00pm.

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.

Whitnash Rhyme Time and Story Stomp

11:15-11:45TH at Whitnash Library & Information Centre, Franklin Road CV31 2JH. For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

Saturday Barford Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas & Little Tappers: 9:009:45T; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun introduction to ballet & tap. Gymnastics Classes: 10:30-11:00T; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. Funky Dance Classes: 11:00-11:30T; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Lively & fun class with dance routines. at Barford Memorial Hall, Church Street CV35 8EN. Claire: 07774 518949.

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

9:00-15:00T at Holyhead United Reformed Church, Holyhead Road CV1 3AE. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

Warwick Drop in & chat

St Paul’s Play Together

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

9:00-10:00TH at Westgate Children’s Centre at:, Packmore Community Centre CV34 5EP. 01926 490629; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Dates: 7/4, 5/5, 2/6, 7/7 & 4/8. 9:30-11:00TH at Westgate Children’s Centre at St Pauls Church Hall CV34 6HA. 01926 490629; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Check Session times in hols.

Monkey Music

Les Rainettes (French Speaking Group)

10:00-10:45TH at The Gap Community Centre, 39 Oakwood Grove CV34 5TD. 07870 165155; For 18m - 3s, £5 per child (please book).

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Stay and Play

9:30-11:30T at Quinton Park Baptist Church, Quinton Park CV3 5LU. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for walkers - 5 years.

10:00-11:00T 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. 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.

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.

9:30-13:10T at Chase Meadow Community Hall CV34 6BT. 01789 720289; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

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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

10:00-11:45TH at Class held at instructors home studio in CV8 2HY. 07870 165155; For 0 - 5s, £5 per child (please book). 6m-2yr: 10-10.45am / 3-5yrs: 11-11.45am.

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Leamington Spa Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days

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 2nd & 4th Sat.

Jaykays Dance Company

Little Rascals Pre-School Dance & Movement Classes: 9:00-11:15T; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Saturday Classes: 9.00, 9.45 & 10.30am. Preparatory Ballet, Tap & Freestyle: 9:0010:30T; For 4 - 5s, (book by term). IDTA Syllabus Work. Baby Freestyle & Acrobatics: 10:30-12:00T; For 4 - 5s, (book by term). Ages 4-7yrs. at Jaykays Dance Company, St. Mark’s Church Hall CV32 6DD. 07738 954258.

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.

Warwick Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days

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.

Little Rascals Dance & Movement Classes 9:00-9:45T at Jaykays Dance Company, Milverton Primary School CV32 6ES. 07738 954258; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Dance & Movement.Friday Classes 1.15 & 2.00pm.

Baby Freestyle & Acrobatics

9:45-11:15T at Jaykays Dance Company, The Brunswick Healthy Living Centre CV31 3BD. 07738 954258; For 4 - 7s, (book by term).

ELC Fun Days

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. Please call for upcoming dates.

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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.

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.

Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa

9:30-11:30TH at Community Room, Dale Street Methodist Church CV32 5HL. 01926 612832 / 07742 764851; For 1 - 5s, Donations of £2.00 are invited to cover the costs.

Leamington Spa ELC Fun Days

Prima Ballerinas: 9:30-10:00TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). First ballet lesson free as a trial. Gymnastics Classes: 10:00-10:30T; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. Intro to Ballet Classes: 10:30-11:00T; For 5s, (book by term). Free trial available. £28 per term. at Shrewley Village Hall CV35 7AN. Claire: 07774 518949.

9:00-11:00TH at North Leamington School, Sandy Lane CV32 6RD. Jason: 07747 562469; For 2 - 5s, £4 per child (book by term). Football coaching class for little & big ones.

Dad’s and Tots Club

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 for 2-7 yrs.

Shrewley Love Ballet Dance Company

Go 4 Goals Football Classes

Level 5 - Our Creative Thinkers: 9:3010:15TH; For 22mths - 21/2yrs, (please book). Level 6 - Our Logical Thinkers: 9:3010:15TH; For 21/2 - 4s, (please book). Level 5/6 - Our Logical and Creative Thinkers: 9:30-10:15TH; For 22mths - 4yrs, (please book). Level 4 - Our Problem Solvers: 10:3011:15TH; For 16 - 22mths, (please book). Level 2 - Our Little Doers: 11:30-12:15TH; For 6 - 10mths, (please book). Level 3 - Our Little Communicators: 11:3012:15; For 10 - 16mths, (please book). Level 2/3 - Our little Communicators and Doers: 11:30-12:15TH; For 6 - 16mths, (please book). Open Gym: 12:30-13:15TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Members only. at Gymboree Warwick & Leamington Spa, 1st Floor, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 07881 892686. *Free Trials & discounts available.

Sunday Kenilworth ScrumKids Classes

Rugbytots 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.

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 +.

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.

Water Babies

12:30-14:00T at Water Babies, Ridgeway School CV34 5DF. 01926 940727; For 0 - 4s, £15.50 per class (book by 10-week term). From 6mths-4yrs. Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-13:45T at Nelson Club, 21 Charles Street CV34 5LE. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 1 - 5s, £3.50 per class (please book). Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

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.

Whitnash LWAD Pre-School Tap & Ballet Classes

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.

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