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Welcome to Issue 6 of Lots for Tots South Staffordshire and Sutton Coldfield

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About Lots for Tots

80,000 copies of Lots for Tots in 6 editions distributed quarterly in October, January, Easter & July in South Staffordshire, Sutton Coldfield, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Wiltshire. Lots for Tots Staffordshire is part of Lots for Tots Ltd. Also by Lots for Tots Ltd: East Midlands Baby and Toddler Show, Nottingham. Bump to Five show, Derby.

Other franchise areas available Advertisements in this directory are not necessarily recommended or endorsed by Lots for Tots. Lots for Tots cannot be held liable for any inaccuracies in advertisements or issues arising with goods and services advertised and sold through the directory. All artwork is accepted on the condition that permission has been given for use in the publication. Adverts are accepted on the understanding that descriptions are fair and accurate. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form without prior consent from Lots for Tots. © Lots for Tots Ltd 2008-2014

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e’ve decided to skip Winter this year and go straight to spring! Not only have we got a lovely feature about how the National Forest Adventure Farm celebrates the season, but we are doing some spring cleaning ourselves. Look out for our Easter issue with a brand new and exciting image!

Winter is a time of hibernation but we’ve done our best to find out what’s going on in your area to get you out and about in these blustery months. Wrap up warm and take us with you!

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Now until 28th February The Gruffalo’s Child Trail Cannock Chase Forest, WS15 2UQ Suitable for children age 2-8 years old. Venture into the deep dark wood to find the sculpture.

Before you set out on the trail, pick up a Gruffalo’s Child Activity Pack, which includes a foraging bag, activity leaflet and sheets, pencil and sticker for £2. www.forestry.gov.uk Fri 23rd-Sat 24th January Pirate Weekend Alton Towers With plenty of Pirate activities throughout the weekend, including entertainment from our very own Pirate Bill, entrance to our fantastic Waterpark, and a visit to Sharkbait Reef by Sealife there is unlimited fun for all the family! www.altontowers.com

Sat 31st January Frozen in the Forest Experience Rosliston Forestry Centre “You are cordially invited to Queen Elsa’s magical frozen sing-along party! Join Queen Elsa, Princess Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Oaken for snowflake hunts, ice-creams and lots of freezing fun in the beautiful woods at Rosliston Forestry Centre! Wrap up warm, bring your wellies and invite all your friends!” Call 01283 563483 to reserve today!! Walk times availabe are 10.30am, 1pm & 3pm. £10 per ticket / £35 for a family 2+2, under 1’s free.

Sat 31st January The Trial of Peter Pan Birmingham Rep, Broad St, Birmingham Peter Pan is 47 years old, but he still thinks he’s a little boy Now he is on trial for ‘not growing up’.

Side By Side Theatre Company is an awardTue 27th January-Sun 1st February winning theatre company, giving opportunities Peter Pan Goes Wrong to learning disabled actors to gain professional Birmingham Rep, Broad St, Birmingham training in the performing arts and to produce The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society set out and perform high quality theatre.Tickets FREE (pre to present J. M. Barrie’s classic tale of Peter Pan, booking required) Box Office 0121 236 4455 but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong…does, as the accident prone thesps From 7th February embark on a thrilling adventure to Neverland, Meet The Animals with hilariously disastrous results.

National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Terrific fun for all ages, don’t miss this hysterical Burton, DE13 9SJ new laugh out loud comedy.

Bottle feed our lambs and meet the new chicks, Box Office 0121 236 4455 piglets, calves and alpacas. Take a bounce on our giant wild and woolly inflatable then head to 28th January-1st February the Barn Theatre for our Springtime Pantomime Room on the Broom and craft sessions- all included in your ticket Birmingham Rep, Broad St, Birmingham price. www.adventurefarm.co.uk The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a stormy wind blows the Sat 7th February 7pm witch’s hat, bow and wand away into the night. Stephanie Parrott’s Midland Youth Theatre A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch’s lost presents: The Sound of Music things and all hop on the broom for a ride. But Brewhouse Theatre, Burton on Trent this broomstick’s not meant for five and – CRACK! The Sound of Music follows the traditional – it snaps in two! well known story of Captain Von Trapp and When a hungry dragon appears, who will save Maria and their heart of the Captain himself. the poor witch? And will there ever be room on The Midland Youth hope you enjoy their the broom for everyone? performance!

Box Office 0121 236 4455

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pottery painting, cafe, parties, gifts baby prints on pottery including: Plates, bowls, mugs Photo frames, tiles Silver jewellery Marble hand casts Tue-Sat 10am-5pm

Booking advisable - please call to reserve your table

57 Main Street, Alrewas DE13 7AE Tel: 01283 792 666 www.crackpotz.co.uk

Crackpotz Ceramic Cafe

St. Wystan’s School and Nursery

EARLY YEARS OPEN MORNING 7th February 2015 10.30am to 12.30pm High Street, Repton Derbyshire, DE65 6GE 01283 703258 www.stwystans.org.uk

Feed your child’s imagination— come and see our fabulous Nursery and Kindergarten and meet the staff

To advertise call 08456 436 874 (local rate)

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Lots on Local... February Sat 7th February, 10.30am - 12.30pm St Wystan’s Early Years Open Morning St Wystan’s School & Nursery High Street, Repton, DE65 6GE Feed your child’s imagination - come and see the fabulous Nursery and Kindergarten and meet the staff. All welcome. For more information call:01283 703258 Email: head@stwystans.org.uk Sat 7th February Whatever the Weather Birmingham Rep, Broad St, Birmingham In a traditional weather house, two loveable characters diligently monitor the everchanging weather. She is happy in the bright, warm sunshine. He is happy in the wet, refreshing rain. But what happens when the winds of change blow? It might rain, it might get a bit windy, but the show must go on whatever the weather!

For ages 3+ Box Office 0121 236 4455 Tue 10th February 9.30am-2.30pm Derby High Primary School Open Day Derby High School, Hillsway, Littleover, Derby, DE23 3DT Everyone is welcome to come and see the Primary School in action, meet the staff and pupils and take a tour of the facilities.

Derby Highís Primary School nurtures and educates girls and boys aged 3 to 11. The small classes are led by experienced staff ensuring that every child is supported to achieve their personal potential.

For more information please drop in any time during the Open Day or contact Karen Tudor, the Primary Admissions Secretary: 01332 514267 primaryadmissions@derbyhigh.derby.sch.uk www.derbyhigh.co.uk

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Mon 16th-Fri 20th February Dragon Hunt Tamworth Castle B79 7NA Mon 16th-Sun 22nd February Jaguar Charity Pantomime Production of Robin Hood Sutton Town Hall, Upper Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6AD Prices Adult £7, Child/AOP £5, Family £20.

Contact details 0845 259 0340 Tue 17th February 7.30pm Sinbad and his 8th Voyage Brewhouse Theatre, Burton on Trent After adventures aplenty on his previous seven voyages, Sinbad returns home for good. But when the Persian Pearl of Peace mysteriously disappears Sinbad must set out on an epic adventure to clear his name – and rescue the Caliph’s daughter – the beautiful Princess Miranda. Will Evilena and the wicked Old Man of the Sea win the day? Or will Fortuna show Sinbad the way? Come and meet all your favourite panto characters. This show is traditional pantomime fun for the whole family.

Sat 21st February 11am The Little Mermaid Tamworth Assembly Rooms Corporation St, B79 7DN The beloved tale of the little mermaid is brought to the stage in a brand new production. It follows the dreams of a young girl who believes there is something more for her out of the water. Of course there’s a handsome prince, an evil baddie and bucket loads of laughs along the way.

With stunning scenery, eye catching costumes, original songs plus up to date chart songs and not forgetting loads of audience participation this show makes for a thoroughly entertaining family day out.

Box Office 01827 709618

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Theatre For Children IN Spring & Summer 2015 Ages 3+

M6 Theatre Company presents

WHATEVER THE WEATHER 7 February 11.30am and 2pm

Two loveable characters monitor the ever-changing weather.

Language Alive! presents

BY THE RIVERBANK

Ages 3-6

18 April 11.30am, 2pm, 3.30pm

A multi-sensory adventure inspired by Kenneth Grahame’s The Wind In The Willows.

Ages 6 months to 2 years

Birmingham Repertory Theatre Company presents

OPEN HOUSE

2 May 11.30am, 2pm, 3.30pm

Welcome to our house, our doors are open for you and your baby!

Box Office:

0121 236 4455 Online: birmingham-rep.co.uk

Beautiful memories captured forever Ideal for mothers and grandmothers too!

The Promenade, Barton Marina, Barton under Needwood, DE13 8DZ

www.themugtug.co.uk

01283 711341

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Every Weekend in March Thomas Land Weekend Drayton Manor Theme Park If you’re looking for the perfect family day out, make sure you head to Drayton Manor Theme Park where Europe’s only Thomas Land attraction, along with the 15-acre zoo, will be open before the entire park opens for the main season. www.draytonmanor.co.uk Fri 13th March 9.30-11.30am Pre-School & Juniors Open Morning Lichfield Cathedral School, Longdon WS15 4PT An opportunity for you to visit this traditional education pre-school and junior school based on Christian values.

If this date is not convenient simply call to arrange an individual appointment.

Tel 01543 or contact lesley.bannister@ lichfieldcathedralschool.com.

Fri 13th-Sat 14th March Pirate Weekend Alton Towers With plenty of Pirate activities throughout the weekend, including entertainment from our very own Pirate Bill, entrance to our fantastic Waterpark, and a visit to Sharkbait Reef by Sealife there is unlimited fun for all the family! www.altontowers.com Sun 15th March Mums Go Free Shugborough Estate, Milford ST17 0XB Admire the magnificent mansion house, wander through the gardens lined with thousands of daffodils and enjoy a lunch or cream tea in the tearoom. www.shugborough.org Sat 21st March 1.30-3.30pm Kiddiwinks Nearly New Sale Collingwood Centre, Collingwood Drive Great Barr B43 7NF Kiddiwinks Nearly New Sales are the ideal

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place to buy and sell nearly new maternity, baby and children’s items up to 10 years of age. Tables £10 each. Entrance fee £1, children under 12 go free.

Sat 21st-Sun 22nd March Story Telling Tamworth Castle, B79 7NA Sat 28th March - Wed 15th April Easter Eggstravaganza!

National Forest Adventure Farm, Tatenhill, Burton, DE13 9SJ There’s Easter treats galore at the Farm - board the Easter Eggspress into the woods to complete the quiz trail and find the Easter Bunny.

Sat 28th March-Wed 15th April Easter Trail at Beacon Park Lichfield WS13 6QZ Follow the Easter themed trail round beautiful Beacon Park to solve the clues and claim your small prize. www.lichfieldhistoricparks.co.uk Tue 31st March-Sun 26th April Shrek the Musical Birmingham Hippodrome B5 4TB Join our unlikely hero and his loyal steed Donkey as they embark on a quest to rescue Princess Fiona from a fire breathing, lovesick dragon. Featuring all new songs as well as cult Shrek anthem I’m a Believer, SHREK THE MUSICAL brings all the much-loved DreamWorks characters to life, live on stage, in an all-singing, all-dancing extravaganza.

Join the adventure! Box Office 0844 338 5000

While every effort is made to ensure details are correct at the time of going to print, times & dates are subject to change. Please check before you set off. Where possible, contact details are available on the website

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Fairies & Elves

at Photo Stoke

7th - 10th April 2015 This Easter, the studio will be transformed into a magical fairytale wonderland with beautiful costumes and props to capture unique photos of your little ones

Please call to book 01782 914044 Suitable for Girls 6mths - 9yrs Boys 6mths - 6yrs ÂŁ30 refundable booking deposit required Studio terms and conditions apply

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Farm Fun this Spring!

Spring has sprung at the award winning National Forest Adventure Farm

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aby animals are being born any day now- meet the new additions including chicks, lambs, calves and piglets. There’s egg collecting and lamb feeding plus milking demonstrations and pony grooming.

Included within your ticket price is entry to the Events Barn - take a bounce on the giant ‘Wild and Woolly’ inflatable then head to the Barn Theatre for our Fairytale Farmyard Show and craft sessions.

Whatever the weather there’s fun to be had with a gigantic indoor play barn, offering three levels of the latest in exciting indoor fun adventure play equipment! The under 5’s area is a safe space for

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little ones to climb, slide and play in a ball pool. Older children (and adults) can explore the huge play area which includes 3 demon drop slides.

Not for the faint hearted, these slides will get your adrenalin racing and rushing back up the steps for another go! Also big and little kids alike will love the building giant Lego!

There’s Easter treats galore at the Farm – board the Easter Eggspress into the woods to complete the quiz trail and find the Easter Bunny, 28th March – 15th April.

www.adventurefarm.co.uk Open every day 10am-6pm Under 2s are FREE

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Please mention Lots for Tots when contacting an advertiser Your loved ones Hand, Foot or Fingerprint lovingly hand-crafted in fine silver

Tel:

01283 815588 Contact Lisa:

www.smallimpressions.co.uk In-store Appointments at Mini Moos, Mill Street,Stafford To book: 01785 240358/747380

Contact Your Travel Counsellor

Julie Hyde 01283 711461

Julie.hyde@travelcounsellors.com www.travelcounsellors.co.uk/julie.hyde

www.littlemonstersdaynursery.com  High quality, private day nursery  Full & part-time care & education for babies & children from 3 months  Government funding for 2-4 yr olds  Fresh, home-cooked food  Excellent indoor & outdoor spaces Main Rd, Anslow, Burton On Trent, DE13 9QE

To advertise call 08456 436 874 (local rate)

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Armitage

St Barnabus Church, Hampton Street

Bump & Baby Group 10am-12pm Mon Armitage Village Hall

Play & Stay 1-2.30pm Tue Armitage Village Hall Armitage Toddler Group 1-2.45pm Thu Armitage Village Hall

Helen O’Grady Drama (5-12yr) 11am-12pm Sat Hayes Green Community Centre, Heath Way

Cheslyn Hay

Socatots 9am/10.20am Sat Cheslyn Hay Village Hall

Breton & Ravenhill Doxey Family Focus 9.30-11.30am Tue Breton Community Ctr

Tuneful Tots 10-11.30am Tue Sutton Centre

Brocton

Hednesford

Mother & Toddler 10am-11.30am Wed Brocton Village Hall

Childminder Drop In 9.30-11am Mon Hednesford Children’s Ctr

Boney Hay

Parent & Toddler 10-11am Mon Boney Hay Children’s Centre

Cannock

Bambinos Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Mon/Wed/Fri Avon Business & Leisure Ctr diddi dance 10-10.45am Tue Avon Business & Leisure Ctr Baby Rhyme 10-11am Tue Bridgetown Children’s Centre Grandparent & Toddler 9.30-11.30am Wed Cannock Children’s Centre Fun Start Stay & Play 1.15-2.45pm Wed/Fri

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Salvation Army Playgroup 9.30-11.30am Mon Salvation Army Family Focus 9.30-11.30am Wed Our Lady of Lourdes Ch Hall Little Friends 10am-12pm 3rd Fri of Mth Museum of Cannock Chase, Valley Rd

Huntingdon

Play & Stay 10-11.30am Mon Huntingdon Children’s Centre

Norton Canes

Family Focus 9.30-11.30 Fri Norton Canes Childrens Centre

Rugeley

Helen O’Grady Drama (5-12yr) 4-5pm Tue Ravenhill Parish Hall Play & Stay 9.30-11 Thu/Fri St Paul’s Church Hall Family Focus 9.30-11.30am Thu St Paul’s Church Play & Stay 1.30-3pm Thu Weston Springs Children’s Ctr Socatots Sat 9am/9.40am/10.20am Western Springs Priamry School, School Road

Stafford

Holistic Horizons Baby Massage (8wk-8 mth) Bookings only- see advert Story & Song Time 9.30-10.15am Mon Stafford Children’s Centre Little Doves 9.30-10.15am Mon 1.30-3.30pm Thu Waterhouses Community Bungalow Bumps & Babies 10am-12pm Mon Stafford Children’s Centre Socatots 10.15am Mon Silkmore Children’s Ctr, Silkmore Primary School, Exeter St Cafe Tots 11-2pm Mon-Fri Rising Brook Cafe, Rising Brook Church

www.lotsfortots.co.uk/staffordshire

Most classes are Term-Time only

Stafford/Cannock

Happy Tots 12.45-2.45pm Mon WIldwood Commuity Ctr

Sticky Fingers 9.45-11.30am Thu Stafford Baptist Church

Bunnykins 9.30-11am Wed Stafford Children’s Ctr

Socatots 9am/9.40am Sat Holmcroft Community Ctr, Newland Ave

Praise and Play 10-11am Every other Wed St Mary’s Church

Walton on the Hill

Weeping Cross Post Natal Group 1.30pm-3pm Wed Weeping Cross Health Ctr Helen O’Grady Drama (5-12yr) 4-5pm Wed Walton Village Hall, Green Gore Lane Stafford Twins Group 9.30-11.30am Thu Stafford Children’s Ctr, Faraday Rd

Baby Massage Classes Learn a full body massage routine that will: • Enhance the bond with your baby • Improve your baby’s body awareness and coordination • Address common problems such as colic, wind and constipation • Help your baby to relax

Jenny is trained to the highest standards in infant massage teaching and offers baby massage teaching in a group class environment or on a one-to-one basis in your home. Based in South Stafford.

Suitable for babies from 8 weeks to pre-crawling.

Berkswich P&T 1.30-3pm Tue Methodist Church Hall

Lots for Tots South Staffordshire franchise is for sale. If you live in Stafford, Lichfield, Tamworth, Cannock or Burton Email franchise@ lotsfortots.co.uk for details.

At Helen O’ Grady Drama Academy, our unique, world-wide programme will improve the self esteem , confidence, interpersonal skills for all children. As well as having a wonderful time and fun via development through drama

Contact Jenny now: 07941185721 jenny@holistichorizons.co.uk www.facebook.com/ holistichorizonstherapies @holistic_jenny

Rugeley•Walton•Stafford•Cannock Tel: 01889 802376

Follow me on Facebook and/or Twitter for updates, articles of interest, details of forthcoming classes and special offers!

www.helenogrady.co.uk helenogradystaffordshire

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Amington Heath Leyfields Smart Talkers 9.15-10.15am Mon Early Words Together 10-11am Wed Chatter Tots 10-11.30 Thu Stay & Play 9.30-11am Fri Amington Children’s Ctr

Smart Talkers 1.45-2.45pm Tue Stay & Play 9.30-11am Wed Leyfields Children’s Centre

Bolehall

Lichfield

Stay & Play 9.15-11.15 Fri Coton Green Primary School

Ankermoor Stay & Play 9.15-11am Wed Ankermoor School

diddi dance 10-10.45am Mon St Chads Church Hall

Hammerwich Toddler 10am-12pm/1-3pm Mon Burntwood Institute Little Lambs Parent & Carer 10-11.30am Mon Redwood Park Community Ctr

Dostill

Tiny Talk Baby Signing 10-11am Fri Dosthill Learning Centre

Chatter Tots 10-11.30am Mon Stay & Play 1-2.30pm Tue Glascote Children’s Centre

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Emmanuel Toddlers 9.15-11.15am Tue Emmanuel Christian Centre, Netherstowe Toddler Rhyme Time 10.30-11.30am Tue Lichfield Cathedral School, Longdon Green FREE. Booking essential Socatots 9.30am Wed St Michael Ch, St Michael Rd

Glascote

Tiny Talk Baby Signing 1.30-2.30pm Mon Glascote Children’s Centre

Helen O’Grady Drama Fri (5-12yr) 5.30-6.30pm 6.30-7.30pm (12-19yr) King Edward’s Leisure Centre, King’s Hill Rd Socatots 9am Sat Martin Heath Hall, Christchurch Lane

Socatots Sun 9.30am/ 10.10am/ 10.50am Christchurch Under 5s St Michael Ch, St Michael Rd 1.30-3pm Mon Martin Heath Hll, Christchurch Ln

Burntwood

Early Words Together 10-11am Tue/1-2pm Wed Glascote Library

Lichfield Twins Club 1-3pm Fri (1st & 3rd of mth) Charnwood Children’s Ctr

TinyTalk Baby Signing Wed 10-11am Tesco Extra Community Room Rhythm Time Fri 9.45am 2 yrs 8mths-5yrs 10.30am 14 mth-3 yrs 11.15am 0-14 mths Lichfield Methodist Church TinyTalk Baby Signing 1-2pm Fri, Darwin Hall

Tamworth

Stay & Play 9.30-11am Mon Play & Explore 9.30-11am Mon Chatter Tots 10-11.30am Tue Tamworth Early Years Children’s Centre Baby Sensory 11.30-12.30 (0-13mth) Tue Wilnecote Parish Hall, Watling Street Moorgate Babies and Toddler 1-3pm Tue Moorgate Primary School Tots Library 9.30-10.30am Wed Wilnecote Library TinyTalk Baby Signing Thu 9.30-10.30am (0-18 mth) 10.45-11.45am (18-24 mth) Tamworth Early Years Children’s Centre Stay & Play 9.30-11am Thu Smart Talkers 9.15-10.15am Fri Wilnecote Children’s Centre

www.lotsfortots.co.uk/staffordshire

Most classes are Term-Time only

Lichfield/Tamworth

Socatots 9.30am Fri St Peter’s Church Hall, Hawksworth Mini Me’s Mother & Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Fri (fortnightly), Elford Village Hall

Whittington

Tree Tots Woodland Playgroup 10.30am – 12pm Mon Fisherwick Wood

Advertise here from £40 for 3 months inc. magazine advert, website listing, class or event listing.

Now taking bookings for Lots4Tots_Socatots_Ad_2013 90x60mm April-June 2015

SOCATOTS is the worlds FIRST football specific playgroup for children walking to 5 years of age.

We run a number of classes across, Cannock, Rugeley, Stafford, Stone, Burntwood, Lichfield, Tamworth, Uttoxeter and Burton-Upon-Trent.

“After 12 months of classes, I’ve seen how SOCATOTS have helped my daughters confidence and agility. Compared to her peers who don’t attend, she has excellent balance and co-ordination and is now not afraid to get up in front of the class and demonstrate.”

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Classes in your area Free trial!

Multi-sensory music classes for babies, toddlers & pre-schoolers Call Michelle: 07823 550 321

CALL TODAY TO BOOK YOUR FREE TASTER SESSIONS Contact Adam on:

01889 580234

or a.holland@socatots.com Please also take the time to browse our website:

www.socatots.com/south&eaststaffs

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Barton u Needwood Socatots 9.30am Mon Thomas Russell Infant School, Station Rd

Parent & Toddler 10.45am-12pm Mon Christadelphian Ch, 1 Park Rd St James’ Parent & Toddler 9-11am Tue/Thu, St James’ Church Hall TinyTalk 10am Wed Village Hall first class free

Stay and Play 9.30-11.30am Fri East Staffs Children Centre Socatots 9.40am Sat Queen St Community Centre Puddle Ducks 9-11.30am Sat/Sun DW Burton, Unit 11 MIddleway Park

Draycott in the Clay

Tots Corner Toddler Grp 9.30-11.30am Wed Village Hall

Barton Toddler Group 9.15-11am Thu Barton Childrens Centre

Hilton

TinyTalk 10.45am Thu Village Hall First class Free

Branston

Parent & Toddler 9.45-11.15am Tue Branston Village Hall

Burton on Trent

Socatots 9.30am Mon Queen St Community Centre, Queen St Make it Monday 10am-12pm Brewhouse Theatre FREE Breastfeedng Drop In Cafe 11.30-12.30 Mon Waterloo St Children’s Ctr All Saints Church Parent & Toddler 9.30-11.30am Mon Church Hall, Branston Rd Harvey Girls 3.30-5.30pm Wed (under 21s Mums) Queen St Community Centre

Bunnie Bumps to 24 Mths 1.15-2.45pm Thu Hilton Guide and Scout HQ

Rolleston on Dove Rolleston Playgroup 10-11.30am Tue/Fri 0-3.5yr Rolleston Club

Stapenhill

Jump for Joy 9.30-11.30am Mon St Peter’s Church, Stanton Rd Twins Group 10-11.30am Mon Hill St Health Centre, Hill St Harvey Girls 12-2pm Mon (Under 21’s Mums) Hill St Medical Centre Kiddie Winks 10am-12pm Tue/Fri Hill St Health Centre, Hill St

St Mary’s & St Mowden’s Toddler 10am-12pm Wed Church Hall, Guild St

First Steps 9.30-11.15am Wed Hill St Health Centre, Hill St

Anslow Parent & Toddler 1.30-3.15pm Thu Village Hall, Anslow

Short Street Toddlers 9.45-11.45am Fri Short Street Methodist Chapel

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Most classes are Term-Time only

Stretton

Harvey Girls 3.30-5.30pm Mon (Under 21’s Mums) Stretton Springs Children’s Ctr Baby & Toddler 10-11.30am Tue/Fri St Mary’s Church Hall, Hillfield Ln Stretton Pram Club 1.30-3pm Tue, Main Street

Walton on Trent

Burton on Trent Tums to Tots drop in 9.30-11.30am Tue Methodist Church, High Bank Rd Harvey Girls 11am-1pm Tue/ Fri (Under 21’s Mums) Winshill Resource Ctr, Canterbury Rd Winshill Mini Fun Factory 10-11.30am Wed Winshill Methodist Church, High Bank Rd Tots n Dots 9.15-11am Thu Gospel Hall, Hawfield Lane

Parent & Toddler 2-3pm Fri Walton on Trent C of E Primary Sch, Coton Rd

Mini Me’s 1-2.30pm Thurs Winshill Resource Centre

Winshill

Little Gems 1-3pm Fri Winshill Children’s Ctr, Brough Rd

Umbrella Club 9.30-11.15am Mon Winshill Resource Ctr, Canterbury Rd

Dads 4 Dads Group 10am-12pm Sat Winshill Neighbourhood Resource Centre

To advertise call 08456 436 874 (local rate)

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Sutton Coldfield TinyTalk Mon 9.30am (18 mth+) 10.45am (0-2yr) Chester Road Baptist Church

Britwell Playgroup 9.30-11.30am Mon Wylde Green United Reform Ch Stay & Play 10-11.30am Mon (under 3’s) Emmanuel Church Hall, Birmingham Rd Parent & Toddler Group 10am-12pm Mon Falcon Lodge Chapel, Reddicap Heath Road Parent & Toddler Group 9.30-11.30am Tue/Thu Four Oaks Methodist Church

Sutton Coldfield Rhythm Time Wed 10am (14mth-3yr) 10.40am (0-14mth) Brampton Hall Community Ctr, New Oscott Rainbow Rhyme 1-1.45pm (babies) Wed 10-10.45am (mixed age) Fri 11-11.45am (toddlers) Fri Streetly Children’s Centre Little Lights Baby & Toddler Group 9.45-11.15am Thu St Michael’s Church Hall, Boldmere Rainbow Rhyme (Mixed age) Thu 10-10.45am St John’s Church Hall Mother & Toddlers 2.15-3.15pm Thu Evangelical Church, Egerton Rd

Rhythm Time (various age groups) From 10am Tue 10.50/11.30am (0-14 mth) Wed From 9.30am Thu From 9.50am Sat Mere Green Community Centre

Little Ducklings Stay n Play 9.15-11am Fri Brampton Hall Community Ctr, New Oscott

TinyTalk 10-11am Tue (0-2 yr) Streetly Children’s Centre, Foley Rd East

Rhythm Time Fri 10am (14mth-3yr), 10.40am (0-14mth) Asda Common Room, Walmley Ash Road

TinyTalk 1.30-2.30pm (0-2 yr) Tue Holland House Children’s Ctr Young Parents Group 1.30-3pm Tue Mere Green Community Ctr

Baby Sensory (0-13mth) Wed 9.30-10.30am/ 11am-12pm/ 12.30-1.30pm Banners Gate Community Ch, Westwood Rd Baby Sensory (0-13mth) Fri 9.30-10.30am/ 11-12/ 12.30-1.30/2-3pm Maney Hill B72 1JJ

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TinyTalk Fri 9.30-10.30am (0-2yrs) 10.45-11.45am (18mth+) Four Oaks Methodist Church

Rhythm Time Fri 10am (14mth-3yr) 11.20am (0-14mth) Ramada Hotel, Penns Lane, Walmley Rhythm Time Fri 1.05pm (2yr8mth-5yr) 1.45pm (14mth-3yr) 2.30pm (0-14mth) Walmley Community Hall

www.lotsfortots.co.uk/staffordshire

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Live, fun and interactive music classes for children from birth to 5 years

Public Sessions for Babies & Toddlers in Walsall, Sutton Coldfield & surrounding areas; Children’s parties tailored to you and your child; Nursery/School visits.

Contact Sarah 07917 607008 enquiries@rainbowrhyme.co.uk www.rainbowrhyme.co.uk

Most babies learn best when they see, hear, feel, touch, taste and smell.

Sneak a peak, it’s all amazing!

Our multi-award winning classes will introduce you and your baby (or babies) to a world of sensory delights, where you can relax, spend quality time with each other and enjoy meeting other new parents.

To find out more:

Call Tracy Jones on: 07753 825622 Email: suttoncoldfield@babysensory.co.uk Tracy Baby Sensory Sutton Coldfield Check Classes at: Sutton Coldfield and Tamworth

www.babysensory.com

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Library Sessions

Baby Bounce & Rhyme (under 3’s) Baswich 2 - 2.30 Wed Brereton 11 - 11.30 Fri Burntwood 10-10.30/11-11.30 Thu Burton o T 10.15-10.45 Tue 11.15-11.45 Fri Cannock 10.30 - 11 Thu Heath Hayes 9:30 - 10 Fri Hednesford 10:45 - 11:15 Fri Holmecroft 10.30 - 11 Tue Lichfield 10-10.30 Tue Norton Canes 9.30 - 10 Fri Penkridge 10 - 1.30 Fri Rising Brook 10.30 - 11 Fri Rugeley 10 - 10.30 Mon Shenstone 10.30 - 11 Tue Stafford 10 - 10.30 Wed Sutton Coldfield 9.30-10 every other Fri Tamworth 11 - 11.30 Wed/Fri

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Term Time Only

Storytime (under 5’s) Brereton 2.15 - 2.45 Shenstone 10.30 - 11 Stafford 11 - 11.30

Mon Fri Tue

Play & Stay Barton u N 10.15-11.45am 2nd Wed mth Heath Hayes 2.30 - 4 Thu Toddler/ Tot Time (crafts) Burntwood 10.30 - 11.15 Burton o T 9.45 - 10.30 Cannock 10 - 10.45 Shenstone 10 - 10.45

Tue Wed Fri Thu

Toy Library Barton under Needwood Burton on Trent

Wed Wed

To advertise call 08456 436 874 (local rate)

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Open Morning Pre-School & Juniors

Friday 13 March 9.30am to 11.30am Green Gables Longdon WS15 4PT If this date is not convenient for you, simply call us to arrange an individual appointment

Children welcomed into Pre-School in the term after their third birthday Broad curriculum including languages, music, drama, dance, art and sports Small class sizes Traditional education based on Christian values School transport from 7.30am to 6.00pm plus holiday club Sutton Coldfield, Four Oaks, Little Aston, Streetly, Alrewas, Extra-curricular programme and Forest School Tamworth & Great Haywood Highly qualified staff Excellent pastoral care

Contact Lesley Bannister on 01543 306168 or lesley.bannister@lichfieldcathedralschool.com The Palace, The Close, Lichfield, Staffordshire WS13 7LH www.lichfieldcathedralschool.com @LichfieldCSchl