Toddle About Warwickshire Summer 2015

Loving life with little ones

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If you’re looking for things to do with your little one over summer, then look no further! On pages 9 -10, we have compiled a list of some great free days out, as well as some lovely summer family events. You can also find out which groups and classes are running during the holidays!

Check out the Daily Activity Planner (pages 34-49) and look for the H symbol after the times. Please do call all groups before attending however - things do change, sometimes at very short notice!

If you like free stuff, then check out page 30 for your chance to win a Quinny Yezz Pushchair and page 19 to win a family holiday to Cornwall or some fancy Muddy Puddles wellies.

Contents What’s New?

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Summer Holiday Fun

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Shop About

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The Baby Blues

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Mums Making It

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Daily Activity Planner

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Directory

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SUMMER holiday fUn Local events, picnics places, & days out

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9,000 copies of Toddle About are distributed every quarter around South Warwickshire, including Warwick, Leamington, Kenilworth, Rugby, Southam, Stratford-upon-Avon and surrounding areas.

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the information in Toddle About is accurate and correct, we cannot guarantee that this is so and neither Toddle About nor Tim Freed can accept any liability for loss, damage or problems arising from any errors, omissions or inaccuracies in content, nor from actions taken by readers based on information or opinions presented in advertisements or throughout the magazine. Images and information supplied by 3rd parties have been accepted in good faith and all liability for any legal transgression including breach of copyright remains with the supplying parties.

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What’s new for bumps, babies & toddlers in the Warwickshire area

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Leamington

Rugby

Mum & Me Fitness Classes

Mum & Me Fitness offer post-natal fitness classes for mothers - and your baby can come along with you too! These are held in Warwick, Stratford and Leamington. The classes are circuit-based which means they cater for all fitness levels and will certainly provide you with some fun! Mum & Me Fitness’ aim is to get you fit and toned while helping you feel more energetic. They are currently running free taster sessions too - simply book through their website www.mumandmefitness.com. P.22

Little Rascals Fun Continues Through Summer

Classes from the awardwinning pre-school music group Monkey Music will launch at the Warwick Gates Community Centre in September. Running on Tuesday mornings, join Monkey as he introduces your little ones to the wonderful world of music through song, dance and play. Classes for babies from 3 months to children of 4 years – with bookings now being taken! FREE trial classes available at all venues – across Warwick, Leamington, Kenilworth, Stratford, Alveston and Alcester. www.monkeymusic.co.uk. P.37

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The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe

The students of Leamington & Warwick Academy of Dance (LWAD) will be performing The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe at the Belgrade Theatre, Coventry on Friday 10th July and Saturday 11th July. The show is a specially adapted dance version of the classic CS Lewis tale. Book online at http://bit.ly/LWADlionwitchandwardrobe.

LWAD dance classes run in and around Warwick, Southam and Leamington - for more info call 01926 887780 or email admin@lwad.co.uk. P.49

Wolverine Triplets at Cotswold Wildlife Park

Every Friday throughout August you can join your little one at Jaykays Dance Company for an extended Little Rascals pre-school dance class at Weston Under Wetherley Village Hall, Leamington. From 2-4pm there will be dance, singing, arts and crafts, games, free play and even a play in the park next door! For more info and to book your place, contact Jaykays at enquiries@jaykaysdancecompany.co.uk. www.jaykaysdancecompany.co.uk. P.31

Monkey Music Coming to Warwick Gates

Stratford

Sunshine, Liv and Gutt are Cotswold Wildlife Park’s new wolverine cubs! After spending nine weeks in their den, they are finally beginning to explore their woodland enclosure. Only 80 Wolverines are believed to exist in captivity worldwide so the new cubs are encouraging news for future generations! Cotswold Wildlife Park is open from 10am to 6.00pm every day (last admission is 4.30pm). For more info, visit www.cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk or find them on Twitter (@CotsWildTweets) or Facebook (facebook.com/cotswoldwildlifepark). P.8

Developing Through Singing, Dancing and Acting

Stagecoach classes for 4-6 year olds run every Saturday during term time.

Children make new friends and enjoy learning to sing, dance and act. The students quickly grow in confidence, developing leadership skills and learning how to work in a team. The specially trained teachers are performers in their own right, inspiring the students to think creatively and perform with respect for others. To book a 2 week trial or to find out more, call Jacqui 01789 263464 (Kenilworth and Leamington Spa) or Jo 01527 965514 (Warwick). P.7 icon tells you which advertisers have a voucher in the centre pages

Summer Baby Sensory Sessions

Baby Sensory classes will be running throughout July and August on Tuesdays at Dale Street Methodist Church in Leamington and Wednesday mornings in Stratford-upon-Avon. The Summer term will feature some fantastic themes including Weather Week, The Magic Garden, Beach Party and more, plus free play in the exploratory play area.

And from September new classes will be running on Friday mornings in Leamington Spa. Visit www.babysensory.com/en/classdetails/warwickshire to see more and book a space - trial sessions available.

Toddler Sense classes will also be running through July and August - email warwick@toddlersense.co.uk to book. P.51

ScrumKids Win ‘Pride of Rugby’ Award

Congratulations to ScrumKids, the team in charge of the rugby-based sports sessions for children aged 2 - 7, who won the ‘Pride of Rugby’ award in recognition of their success in delivering this fun activity to over 500 boys and girls in the Midlands. ScrumKids was started just over two years ago and there are now classes available in Rugby, Kenilworth, Coventry, Brackley, Desborough, Oakham, Grantham and Lincoln.

To find out more, visit www.scrumkids.co.uk. P.36

PHYS-OGUE Supporting “Women and Children First” Charity

PHYS-OGUE’s antenatal fitness group EXPECTATIONS® is proud to announce that it will be making a small donation for every baby born in the group, to “Women and Children First”, a charity that helps improve maternal and newborn health in Bangladesh and Malawi.

Bernadette Fogarty, the qualified midwife and personal trainer who runs PHYS-OGUE, says “The birth of a new baby often helps us to appreciate how very privileged we are in this country”. EXPECTATIONS® runs on a Wednesday evening at the Kenilwor th Centre.

Contact bernadette@phys-ogue.co.uk or 07952 565 002. www.phys-ogue.co.uk. P.15

Introduce Your Child to a Second Language

BilinguaSing run French & Spanish classes for babies and young children in Leamington, Kenilwor th and Coventry that use music, singing, dance and sensory props to introduce your child to a second language. Children embark on a magical journey every session, where they meet animal characters, reach for the stars on a trip to the moon, swim with the fish in the sea and dance amongst the colours of the rainbow! Contact Mel on 07815 149877 or email mel@bilinguasing.com for a FREE trial class. www.bilinguasing.com. P.6

Performing Arts fun for 4 – 5 year olds

PQA Poppets come in short and sweet 90-minute sessions, perfect for the attention spans of most Poppets! Poppets classes are specifically designed to develop young children’s performance and communication skills, as they create and explore stories, songs, roles and situations through movement, dance, voice, songs and teamwork. Poppets classes in Warwick run every Saturday morning from 10 – 11:30am at Aylesford School and Sixth Form College, CV34 6XR. Poppets classes in Coventry run every Saturday morning from 10.00 - 11.30am and 11.45am - 1.15pm at Coundon Court School and Community College, CV6 2AJ. Call 0845 6732022 or visit www.pqacademy.com. P.52

Dandy Summer Fun and a Dandy Party

Multi-award winning Dandy Development classes are running throughout July and August in Kenilworth, Leamington and Warwick. Dandy’s carefully created curriculum for babies and toddlers combines baby sign, music, sensory fun and speech and language therapy techniques. You can also join DandyLion in celebrating his birthday on Sunday 13th September at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Warwick - BestPartyHire.com are even bringing a bouncy castle and their Diddy Car Grand Prix track! Visit dandydevelopment.co.uk for more details and read about Dandy’s recent national award WIN on P.21

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Summer School at Little Splashers NOW OPEN

Most classes shut down for the summer ... but not Little Splashers!

Join their 5 week short swimming course at various venues across Warwick, Rugby and Coventry. They have baby splasher classes from 8 weeks to preschool Little Swimmers classes.

Join in the fun and learn lots of valuable safety skills this summer. Visit www.littlesplashers.co.uk or call Jo on 01788 288028. P.25

New Venues for Sing and Sign

From September, Sing and Sign are launching their award-winning baby signing classes at new venues: Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close, Heathcote, Warwick and St Margaret’s Hall, 103 Whitnash Road, Leamington. Bookings are being taken now. The Sing and Sign programme is designed to help your baby communicate before speech and stop frustration! It is for Birth to 2 years and is recommended by Sure Start and approved by Speech and Language Therapists. Visit www. singandsign.co.uk or call 01789 415591. P.40

Leamington Has The Perfect Photo Shoot Location

If you are looking for the perfect place to capture beautiful images of your family, check out Jephson Gardens in Leamington Spa, says Andrew Craner Photography. With Andy’s informal, laid back style, the gardens have provided a gorgeous backdrop for him to work his magic. Now is the perfect time to book a photo shoot with him! The gardens are in full bloom AND you get a £50 discount (quote ‘Toddle About’) bringing the cost of a session down to only £150, amazing value as this includes ALL of the Hi-Resolution image files. Call Andrew 07739 251027 or visit www.andrewcraner.com/family-portrait to see his work. P.18

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2 WEEK TRIAL AVAILABLE NOW! Age 4-6 Fun, confidence-building, educational classes in acting, singing and dance

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Hattonworld Children’s Nursery Now open on site with all nursery Now open on having site with nursery children children fullalldaily access to all the funfull of Hatton Adventure having daily access to all World's the fun resources. of Hatton Adventure World's resources.

A great dedicated team and fully ofsted registered NEW - Indoor sensory play area for babies and toddlers Dedicated sensory play area, specially designed to encourage babies and young children to stimulate their curiosity and develop early skills. email hatton@hattonworld.com

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Enjoy the

SUMMER HOLIDAYS

f ruit & v eg Malt Kiln Farm

Abbey Fields

Burton Dassett Hills

Include strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, blackcurrants, redcurrants, whitecurrants, blackberries and much more.

Main St, Stretton Under-Fosse, Rugby, CV23 0PE 01788 832640 www.maltkilnfarmshop.co.uk

Lower Clopton Farm

There are strawberries, redcurrants,blackcurrants and gooseberries. Plus a farm shop with a deli.

Lower Clopton, Upper Quinton, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 8LQ www.lowerclopton.co.uk It’s worth checking with the farms before visiting to see what is available to pick.

WISTOW MAZE

& Count Ry Parks

Views of the historic town. Walks around the lake, play area, heated indoor & outdoor pool, feed the ducks, and follow the Kenilworth Abbey trail from the ‘Barn’.

Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 1BP 01926 353365 www.warwickdc.gov.uk

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Win Family Ticket to Wistow Maze We have a family ticket and 4 children’s tickets to give away! Enter your name by 2nd August online at www.bit.ly/tacompetitions Wistow Maze is a fab day out for all the family. Our children loved navigating their way through the 8 acres of maize crop, following the map and finding the clues hidden amongst its 3 miles of paths. They also enjoyed the Activity Funyard with its games and mini mazes for all ages.

Child: £5.50, Adult: £6.50, Family (of 4): £22.00 Open July - Sept, see website for details.

Kibworth Rd, Leicester LE8 0QF

07884 403889 or www.wistow.com

Unspoilt, rolling hills with spectacular views and a small woodland with a surfaced footpath.

Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 2AB 02476 305592 countryparks.warwickshire.gov.uk

Draycote Water The country park offers plenty of space for games and picnics and children’s play area and visitor centre.

Kites Harwick, Warwickshire, CV23 8AB www.stwater.co.uk

Greenway and Milcote A five mile section of what was the old Honeybourne railway line, converted to cycleway and footpath. With seasonal cafe.

Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 9AN 02476 305592 countryparks.warwickshire.gov.uk

Jephson Gardens Tropical plants, goldfish pond, café, boating, sculpture collection & play area in Mill Gardens.

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV32 4AA 01926 353365 www.warwickdc.gov.uk

Ryton Pools The 100 acres of land to be explored. Walks, children’s play area, visitor centre, miniature railway, lake & sensory garden.

Ryton Road, Bubbenhall, Coventry, CV8 3BG 02476 305592 countryparks.warwickshire.gov.uk

Victoria Park Several adventure play areas, summer paddling pool, tennis courts, bowls & cricket. The circular walk route is precisely half a mile long and the surfaces are accessible for all.

Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 3PT, UK www.warwickdc.gov.uk

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Concerts in the Park Sunday; 19th July, 2nd & 16th August

Top PRODUCTS for FAMILY days out

Free band concerts to entertain you in our parks this summer. Bring along a picnic and chairs and just sit back and enjoy the music! With lots of other attractions in the park, including cafés, play areas and skateboarding you can enjoy a great day out.

£12 5 for £9.99

Nappy Grab Bag

St Nicholas Park, Warwick, CV34 4BJ www.bandsinthepark.org.uk

Contains a nappy, wipes, cream and unfoldable change mat.

Fits in your back pocket. www.beckymantin.com

Family Day Saturday 29th August, 11.00am-4.00pm We are having a day of indoor games. Try out toys from the past and see what massive and miniature games you can take part in. Get your face painted or become a painting. Plus, Punch & Judy, will be entertaining visitors throughout the day.

£29.99

BubbleBum Inflatable Car Seat Portable, lightweight, inflatable seat (4-11yrs) folds flat fits in bag. www.bubblebum.co.uk

Summer Spectacular Saturday 18th July - Sunday 6th September They are once again going all ‘Wild West’ and families can enjoy playing at being Cowboys with activities ranging from tin can shoot outs to hobby horse rodeo!

Masses of cut outs to find and challenges to complete in their Maze and, for several weeks in the summer we will be running our BRAND NEW Pirate Festival.

Horrible Histories® returns!

Saturday 18th July - Sunday 6th September Wicked Warwick Live Stage Show! Get ready for Horrible Histories live on stage with a truly unique, seen-nowhere-else. Plus, kids of all ages can experience the gruesome sights, sounds and smells of mediaeval England, discovering the foulest and funniest bits of history along the way!

Stratford Road Car Park, Warwick, CV34 6AH www.warwick-castle.com All events are correct at the time of printing, please check with the venue before visiting.

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Fits any shape bottle, warming food and drinks quickly and evenly as you drive! www.johnlewis.com

£24.99

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

Hatton Adventure World, Dark Lane, Hatton, Warwick, CV35 8XA http://hattonworld.com

Diono Warm N Go

Hamster Buggy Bags

Two bags that attach to your baby buggy for extra storage space. www.hamsterbags.co.uk

£20 £4 Jahgoo Clam-P Blanket Clip

Diono Buggy Tech Station

A pack of 2 durable spring clasps that secure muslin cloths & blankets to your pushchair. www.johnlewis.com

www.jojomamanbebe.co.uk

Buggy storage & insulating pouch. Holds a tablet & smart-phone in a touchscreen detachable sleeve.

£19.99

Fill n Squeeze

Totseat

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Pop your fresh homemade food into reuseable pouches. Great when you're out & about.

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The portable chair harness, adapts to fit all shapes and sizes of chair. Fits in your handbag. Washable.

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Beauty Secrets - first class treatments unique to you

Now open at

Stratford Garden Centre

Offering a wide choice of both essential and luxurious beauty treatments.

• Waxing • Massage • Hd brows • Shellac • Elemis facials • Nail extensions • Ear piercing • Lash treatments • And more

Mayor Roary Lion invites you and your children to explore Jungle Town, an exciting child-sized town run by jungle animals.

Jungle Town is an inspiring play centre for toddlers and children up to 7 years old.

43 Cymbeline way, Rugby CV22 6JZ 01788 521036

www.beautysecretsrugby.co.uk

For more information please visit

www.jungletown.co.uk

Open Times: 9.30-5.00pm Tuesday-Saturday 41 Russell St, Leamington Spa, CV32 5QB sales@thecottonnappycompany.co.uk 01926 430 000

www.cottonnappycompany.co.uk

Services we offer..

- Breast Feeding Friendly Feeding Room with feeding cushions & complimentary cuppa!

- Nappuccino Coffee Morning exploring the world of cloth nappies, Wednesday 10.30am

- FREE TENS machine demo and 8 week rental just £23.99 - Baby Carrier / Sling, Trial & Loan Service, try before you buy - Shop is owned & run by a midwife and mother of four, so lots of advice available!

Reusable Nappies have changed!

- Customers often tell us that we are more than just a shop!

- *NEW* Pre-loved Baby & Toddler Clothes In Store Now

We sell more than just nappies!

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SnoozeShade - from £19.99 A must-have for sunny, summery days out, the SnoozeShade protects baby from 99% of UV rays and makes any time sleep time. It also protects from insects, light rain, wind and chill. Fits all prams, buggies and pushchairs. www.snoozeshade.com Use code TA15 at checkout for 15% off

The Bunkcot - £599 This unique space-saving ‘3-in-1’ Bunkcot can be set up as two cots, one cot and one bed or two bunk beds and is available in natural beech wood or white. Both the upper and lower bunks are suitable for newborns and children up to 6 years old. Also available are 2 single cots with valuable extra storage - the new ‘Cupboard’ Cot and the ‘Drawer’ Cot. Buy from www.thebunkcot.com or call 01202 759401

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Tum Tum Lunch Bags - £12

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This stylish and fun lunch bag is perfect for days out or nursery lunches and comes in two designs – ladybird and bee. Fully insulated with a net for a freezer pack to keep food cool, the side unzips to fold down and form a place mat. www.tumtumtots.com Use code TA15 at checkout for 15% off

SwimSeal - £7.99 Suitable for all ages, SwimSeal is a must for children who are prone to ear infections. It creates a barrier against water in the external ear canal, preventing water being trapped in the ear – trapped water can lead to discomfort, pain and ear infections. Simply apply 2-3 drops in each ear before exposure to water.

Buy from www.boots.com

Doona Car Seat / Stroller - £299.99 Doona is the world’s first infant car seat with fully integrated wheels. It can transform into a stroller in less than 10 seconds, so you no longer have to pack a separate stroller for short trips – it’s perfect for the school run, the airport, a coffee with friends or popping to the shops. Meeting the highest safety and quality standards, it has won multiple awards. www.cuddleco.co.uk/doona.asp

Great Space Saver

3-in-1 Cot

Available in Beechwood or White Suitable for newborns to 6 years old

A funky fun and friendly Children’s Hair Salon.

Using proven language, cutting and distraction techniques.

Suitable for children on aspergers/autism spectrum.

Children’s hair cut with style and flair!

Girls make overs available

From first hair cuts to mums and dads. First cuts are our speciality, receiving a certificate.

2 Regent Street, Leamington Spa, CV32 5HW. Text or call Mike 07771 984361 www.mopheadskidshair.com

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Wooden Toys and Gifts for little ones £25.99

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www.zebaditoys.co.uk Rugby, CV22 7EA 07526 308100

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BabyBlues Clinical Psychologist Dr. Helen Andrews sheds light on this common condition and the warning signs that it might be developing into postnatal depression.

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he ‘baby blues’ is a phrase used to describe the period in the first few days or weeks after having a baby, where the new mum can feel emotionally all over the place. It is experienced, to varying degrees, by around three quarters of us and is therefore seen as quite normal. It is likely to be caused by the significant hormonal changes that occur following birth, combined with having to adjust to a new and demanding role whilst being sleep deprived!

improving, then they may be developing postnatal depression. Some women seem fine initially, but become depressed many months after the birth.

This is a more worrying situation. Not only is it an absolutely horrible thing for the mum (and those around her) to experience at the time, there are proven long term consequences for the baby’s development in a range of areas. A significant number of families that come to my clinic, with children of all ages, have a history of postnatal depression. This is clearly backed up by the research and is linked to the developing attachment relationship and intersubjective experiences of the baby.

Luckily, there are things that you can do, and the earlier you seek help, the better. There are three main groups of people that are likely to be important in helping someone overcome postnatal depression: professionals; family and close friends; and the wider social network.

There are not seen to be any long term consequences from having the ‘baby blues’ for a short time, and by looking after yourself, sleeping when you can and accepting the support offered by others, you are likely to come out of the other side relatively quickly.

For some mums, however, the blues worsen. If you, or someone you know, feels sad or anxious a lot of the time, struggles to get enjoyment from or feel close to their baby and feels hopeless about the situation

Health visitors and GPs are very experienced at talking with parents who are struggling in this way. They can offer a listening ear, practical advice, and possibly medication or referral onto specialist services. It is very important to seek medical help if you are worried somebody is severely unwell.

Partners, grandparents, other family and close friends are the best people to be there for a mum feeling low. Offers of practical help around the house, a short break from the baby, going out for a walk together, cups of tea and a chat can all help with feelings of isolation and being overwhelmed.

Finally, meeting up with your ante-natal group at each other’s houses, joining an exercise group with other mums, taking time out for some self-care (a massage, manicure, aromatherapy, whatever does it for you!) are again invaluable to combat that sense that you are on your own and stuck at home. All of these things are much harder when you are feeling very low and drained of energy. Be kind to yourself but push yourself a little bit to get out there.

With the right support, the vast majority of mums overcome their depression and find the joy that having a baby can bring.

Dr Helen Andrews is a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working with children and young people. Through her business, Family Matters in Warwickshire, she helps parents when they can see that their child is struggling with their emotions, behaviour or development.

Contact Helen on 01564 795337 or visit www.familymattersinwarwickshire.co.uk

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Winners

Baby & Toddler Photo Competition Winners Thank you to everyone who entered the Spring Toddle Models competition, sponsored by PixiFoto

1st

We asked you to send in a pic of your little one having fun, we had so many fabulous entries - thank you so much to everyone who entered! But there had to be a winner and congratulations goes to George Darch from Ryton on Dunsmore, who you can see on the front cover of the next edition, followed by runners up Isla McMullan and Isabelle Crisp who all won a photo shoot and prints.

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1st prize: A four night Monday to Friday short break in a luxury premium holiday caravan at Hendra Holiday Park, Newquay, Cornwall. Lots of activities for little ones including swim sessions, toddler shows, pantomime, indoor activities, party dances, face painting, soft play, arts and crafts and more, a great family holiday, worth over £300.

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2 runners up prizes: A pair of Muddle Puddles ‘Puddlestomper’ wellies, worth £16. With a soft padded insole for extra comfort, grippy soles and come in several funky designs - making the outdoors even more fun.

To enter All you need is your favourite recent picture of your little one having fun on holiday or outdoors. Submit your photo before midnight Sunday 30th August at:

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Classes held in Kenilworth, Leamington Spa and Warwick.

Call 07881 892 686 or email warwick@gymboree-uk.com to find out just how much our unique way of teaching can benefit your child.

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Mealtimes can often be a battleground between parents and toddlers. As a parent you want your child to have a healthy, nutritious and tasty diet, but persuading them it’s a good idea is a different matter!

To help combat fussy eating, I’ve gathered some of my top hidden veggie recipes to get tots eating their all-important 5-a-day.

Because ultimately, what kids can’t see they can’t pick out.

Good luck! Annabel Karmel

Hidden Vegetable Bolognese Ingredients • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1 small onion, peeled and finely chopped • 1 small leek, thinly sliced • ½ stick celery, chopped • ¼ small red pepper, deseeded and chopped • 1 small carrot, peeled and grated • 1 garlic clove, crushed

• ½ dessert apple, peeled, cored and grated • 400g tinned chopped tomatoes • 450g minced beef •4 tablespoons tomato purée • 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup • 2 50 ml beef stock •¼ teaspoon dried oregano • s alt and pepper

Mini Vegetable Balls

Method / Makes 8 portions

Ingredients • 2 carrots, peeled and grated

• 50g parmesan, grated

• 1 small courgette, grated

• 150g breadcrumbs

1. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and sauté the vegetables, apple and garlic for 10 minutes, until softened. Transfer to a blender and add the tinned tomatoes, then whiz until smooth.

• 7 5g butternut squash, peeled and grated

• 1 small egg, beaten

• 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped

• 1 ½ tbsp tomato ketchup, plus extra to serve • 1 tsp soy sauce

• ½ tbsp chopped fresh thyme

• a little plain flour

• 50g mushroom chopped

• 2 tbsp olive oil

Method / Makes 24 veggie balls 1. Put the grated carrots, courgette and squash into a clean tea towel or muslin cloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

2. Wipe out the frying pan with a sheet of kitchen paper, then add the mince and fry over a medium-high heat until browned, breaking up the mince with a wooden spoon. If your child likes a fine texture, you can transfer the browned mince to the food processor and whiz for a few seconds.

3. Add the tomato and vegetable sauce to the frying pan with the mince, and stir in the tomato purée, ketchup, stock and oregano.

4. Bring to a simmer and cook for 40–45 minutes, until the sauce is thickened. Season to taste and serve with spaghetti.

2. Tip into a mixing bowl and add all the remaining ingredients except the flour and the olive oil. Stir to combine and, using damp hands, shape the mixture into 24 little balls. Put the flour on a plate and roll the ball in it to coat.

3. Heat the oil in a larger frying pan. Add the balls and fry for about 5 minutes or until lightly browned. You may need to do this in batches depending on the size of your pan.

4. Allow to cool a little and serve with ketchup.

For more recipe inspiration download Annabel’s Essential Guide to Feeding Your Baby & Toddler app. Access more than 220 delicious recipes, as well as a host of features to keep your family on track and enjoying meal times. Download the new version from the App Store now (£3.99) or visit www.annabelkarmel.com.

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“Dandy Development is fantastic.

We always have so much fun. Each class is pitched perfectly, just the right amount of signing and sensory with plenty of sing and play.”

Dandy Development classes, the unique combination of baby sign, music and sensory fun created by Warwickshire mum Nikki Sayers, are going from strength to strength with more national accolades this year.

“Of all the classes I’ve attended over the years this one makes the others pale into insignificance.”

Dandy just keep receiving awards!

Nikki has just won ‘Most Outstanding Leader West & Wales’ at the What’s On 4 Juniors Awards 2015, beating hundreds of other teachers. This builds on wins in 2012 and 2013 at these prestigious national awards. Nikki has also recently won again at the National Networking Mummies Awards for the second year running. These accolades rank Dandy Development in the top few classes in the country.

So why does Dandy keep on winning?

Classes are delightfully child-centred with fun at the core of its carefully created all-in-one curriculum.

Dandy teachers really get to know every single child and they are encouraged to participate at their own pace. It’s a friendly, relaxed and educational approach that brings many parents back with their second and third child:

What happens in a Dandy Class?

The little ones have a huge amount of fun with carefully selected toys, handmade tactile parachutes and musical instruments. Classes follow a confidence building routine for babies and toddlers and every week is different. The fun includes Dandy’s rainforest, beach, books, puppet shows, messy play, bubbles, mirrors, light shows and so much more! Parents learn how to support their child’s development with baby sign and simple speech and language therapy techniques through a carefully structured program based on research. Each class creates wonderful bonding time and is relaxed, friendly and sociable.

You can join in the multi-award winning Dandy fun all across Warwickshire with classes running through July and August in Leamington, Kenilworth and Warwick.

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Controversy Corner

By David Gillespie

If you google ‘sugar NHS’, the first result you see is from www.nhs.uk. It says “Most adults and children in the UK eat too much sugar”. Sugar is all around us – and the fact that we eat too much is common knowledge. But changing our habits is hard – with young children, it can seem impossible. David Gillespie is the father to 6 children and after giving up sugar and seeing the dramatic benefits first hand, he is on something of a crusade to educate the world about the dangers of sugar. We invited him to explain why he gave it up and share his tips on how we could too.

Sugar makes kids (and the rest of us) fat. What we call table sugar is half glucose and half fructose. The fructose half is converted directly to fat by the liver and it destroys our appetite control so that we want to eat more of everything. The more sugar our kids eat, the fatter they will be. But that will be the least of their worries if they eat sugar. Being fat won’t kill them but the diseases that being fat is a symptom of, will. High quality studies are starting to confirm that sugar consumption leads straight down a path to fatty liver disease then insulin resistance, PCOS, Type II Diabetes, Kidney Disease and on to depression, anxiety and ultimately Alzeheimer’s disease. Yes, sugar will make kids fatter today and give them rotten teeth but in 50 or 60 years’ time it will kill them.

Getting Kids Hooked.

Sugary-food manufacturers know that time-poor parents want to be able to feed their children a quick, nutritious meal or snack. They also know that the sweeter they make the meal or snack, the more likely the child will want to eat it. The end result is foods with misleading nutrition messages on the outside (packaging) and sugar on the inside (e.g. products labelled as “low fat” may have high sugar content). Kids should be eating the same things you are (and not eating the same things you avoid), but don’t expect your child to give an award to anyone who removes sugar from their lives.

Useful Tips For Helping Children Avoid Sugar.

All of these must be accompanied by a clear explanation as to why you are prohibiting sugar, set out in terms that your children will understand and which clearly affect them. Information has been proven to make a big difference when it comes to children and sugar.

Juice Is Not an Appropriate Drink For Toddlers (or anyone else).

You wouldn’t put Coke in a sipper cup (you wouldn’t, right?). So don’t put juice in there either. Fruit juice is sugar which has been extracted from fruit. Our body doesn’t distinguish between the sugar in juice and the sugar from cane. It’s all just glucose+fructose.

And since fructose (the dangerous part) is present in equal or higher quantities in juice as it is in soft drinks, it must be avoided. Choose water or milk instead.

Ensure The House is Sugar-Free.

This must be absolute. If you have any cracks in the sugar-free wall at home, kids (like sheep looking for a break in the fence) will exploit that weakness and soon you will be back where you started. If you are firm (and unwavering) about this, kids will accept the new reality a lot quicker than you think.

Don’t Ban Stuff.

Banning anything only seems to make it more attractive! Instead, know what your school menu

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NHS Advice The NHS advises that sugars occur naturally in foods such as fruit and milk, but we don’t need to cut down on these types of sugars. Added sugars are found in foods such as sweets, cakes, biscuits, chocolate, and some fizzy drinks and juice drinks – these are the sugary foods we should cut down on.

Sugars added to food shouldn’t make up more than 10% of the energy (calories) you get from food and drink each day.

Nutrition labels often tell you how much sugar a food contains. Look for the “Carbohydrates (of which sugars)” figure in the nutrition label.

HIGH – over 22.5g of total sugars per 100g LOW – 5g of total sugars or less per 100g For more info, visit www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Goodfood/Pages/sugars.aspx

offers and help your children choose carefully. They will occasionally choose the wrong thing but that’s not the end of the world. Most kids will try hard to obey your rules and when they don’t, they’ll feel guilty about it and probably won’t make a habit of it.

Don’t Be Afraid of the New. When your child comes home with a tale of woe that their friend had [insert name of new treat] in her lunchbox, don’t automatically say no. Check it out. It might be sugar-free or very low in sugar. You’d be surprised. And if it isn’t sugar-free, explain that that’s the reason you’re saying no; you’ll be surprised how accepting children can be.

Find Another Way to Reward Children.

Food rewards are easy and mindless, but should be restricted to circus animals. Your kids deserve better.

If they have balanced a ball on their nose for an hour, reward them with a trip to the movies rather than an ice-cream. Food is fuel, not a reward.

Prepare Them For Parties.

If you know they are going into an environment where sugar consumption will be mandatory, talk to them about why it’s not a good idea to have too much. Ask them to have just one fizzy drink or juice then switch to water or diet soft drinks if they’re available. Ask them to veer towards the crisps and away from the sweets. Maybe they’ll have more than one drink, but if they do, they’ll have your words ringing in their ears. Don’t prohibit them from bringing home a party bag, but do ration the consumption of the bag’s contents.

Don’t Make a Teenager Stick Out. Teenage kids would rather throw themselves in front of a bus than not do what everyone else is doing.

Give them some secret rules that they can follow without looking like a weirdo, such as choosing cool, youth-oriented diet versions like Coke Zero and Pepsi Max. When they’re heading for a sleepover (aka sugarthon), pack a bottle of diet soft drink and a bag of crisps as gifts for the host; that way your child will at least have a choice. (It also teaches them that it’s nice to contribute something).

Don’t Expect Too Much.

You can’t expect children to never taste sugar.

They will go to parties and they will have treats.

And, being children, they will chow down with the rest of their mates. If you’ve had them on a no-sugar (or low-sugar) diet, they won’t be used to the fructose and may well find much of the food too sweet, but they’ll still probably eat it. Don’t panic.

The Golden Rule: Party food is for parties This rule seems to work well with kids. Sure, they love party food, but it’s an extra-special treat for them because they don’t get it every other day of the week.

I’m no professional child wrangler, but it seems to me that you’ve got to give kids a little room to adjust.

Don’t expect them to elect you parent of the month if you start cutting sugar from their diet, but remember that eventually they do adjust to the reality that sugar is no longer part of your (or their) lives. And the older they get, the more they will appreciate why – and thank you for it.

David Gillespie is the author of ‘Sweet Poison: Why Sugar Makes Us Fat”. He describes himself as a recovering corporate lawyer, IT consultant and father to six young children.

A few short years ago he was 40kg overweight. He had run out of diets - all had failed.

David cut sugar - specifically fructose - from his diet and he immediately started to lose weight, and keep it off. He set out to look at the connection between sugar, our soaring obesity rates and the diseases of the twenty-first century.

For more info, visit www.howmuchsugar.com or davidgillespie.org

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At Jaykays Dance Company we are very proud of our Mummy & Me and Little Rascals pre-school dance classes, which have now been running for 10 years.

They have always been very popular and are a huge hit with pre-schoolers. They are creative and fun exploring a new theme each half-term. Our Little Rascals learn their first ballet positions whilst practising steps such as jumps, gallops, skips and hops. Soft mats are used at tricks and tumbles time to have a go at kicks, forwards rolls and bunny hops which develop their strength, confidence and flexibility. Tap shoe time is full of fun, noise and musical instruments as children practise their tap steps to improve rhythm, co-ordination and musicality. Parents of our Little Rascals classes have always said that our classes help to develop some of their pre-schoolers key skills such as turn taking, sharing, listening and following instructions. The Little Rascals classes are a fantastic way for children to meet new faces,

make new friends and to grow in confidence as they dance, move and perform. Our classes are also delivered in nurseries and toddler groups which we adapt to suit nursery environment and support the Early Years Foundation framework. We also have an exciting 5 week summer programme on offer this summer with dance, games arts & crafts! The Little Rascals classes really are the foundation of Jaykays Dance Company. It is always such a joy to watch our Little Rascals turn in great dancers as they continue with classes in the upper school.

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Top Tips For Mums Starting Out in Business

Having children changes lots of things, and many parents will consider working for themselves as a way to achieve a better work-life balance. It is an enormously rewarding option, but it is a path not without its own challenges.

business, perhaps in a field you’re passionate about or using a skill you have? Or will you look at a franchise or a network marketing (direct sales) business?

Stacey Calder – AKA The Confidence Coach – has helped many entrepreneurs to realise their own success. She agreed to share her 5 top tips for starting out in business with us:

Being able to pay your bills, or not go back to work isn’t enough - I mean the real why: your goals and dreams.

On those days where you don’t feel like getting out of bed, you will need your ‘why’ to motivate you. Dream books or vision boards are fantastic and they are a great way to get the family involved too.

#1 about and research your options.

Choose a business you’re really passionate

Starting your own business is a big step and you want to know that what you are going to be doing is right for you and your family. There are lots of choices out there and it’s worth taking some time to look into all your options. Will you start your own

#2 You need to know why you are in business.

Have a big ‘WHY’.

My own children sat with me whilst I created one and now if I ever say, “I don’t feel up for it all today,” their reply is, “Well that won’t get us to Disneyland and Mickey Mouse!” Make your children your reason to build your business and not your excuse not too.

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#3 When we start a business, we think those Have a good support network.

closest to us will support our new venture, but that’s not always the case. It’s great to get support from family and friends but if that isn’t happening it’s important to get that support from somewhere.

I’ve found family friendly networking groups such as www.networkingmummies.com invaluable as a way to gain confidence, get support from like-minded people, gain contacts and sometimes just be around people that ‘get it’.

#4 Most people don’t have big marketing budgets Use Social Media.

when they start out so make the most of free platforms like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you are unsure how to use them, find a local course or coach that can teach you. These platforms are fantastic for reaching clients and customers that you might not reach in other ways. Make sure you plan social media into your business strategy so you aren’t just adding posts as and when you remember. Be consistent.

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Treat your business like a business

like a hobby and it’ll cost you like one.

The key to this is having good time management.

Use your diary to plan time for your family and time for your business. Be disciplined. Try and work on your business every day, even if just for 15 minutes. It’s easier to keep motivated this way.

Stopping and starting every few days makes it much harder work to pick up pace and get things done. Make sure you do recognise family time though, otherwise you’ll be forgetting why you set up your business in the first place.

Stacey Calder is a busy mum/guardian to 5 children under 9 years old. She is co-director of www.networkingmummies.com a networking company for mums in business.

She is also owner of www.staceycalder.co.uk, supporting individuals and teams with their personal development and business needs.

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Inner Peace Hatha Yoga & Pregnancy Yoga Classes run during term time, Monday - Saturday at venues in and around Rugby.

Tel: 0794 127 9343 | innerpeaceyoga@hotmail.co.uk Hatha & Pregnancy Yoga classes catering for all abilities.

Check www.innerpeaceyoga.co.uk for the latest class details.

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DAILY ACTIVITY P la nner

Your local ‘What’s On Guide’ for families with bumps - 5s in Warwickshire

The Daily Activity Planner is your one stop shop for finding virtually any and all of the bump, baby & toddler groups and classes.

Visit the Toddle About website at www.toddleabout.co.uk/directory then simply enter your postcode and the groups will be listed in order of distance from your home.

RUGBY AREA

Monday

Brownsover

Baby Sensory Classes

Brownsover

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

Kangas ‘n’ Roos Toddlers

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

Health Visitor Clinic

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

Hillmorton

Twirling Toddlers

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

Dance classes for 4 mths up.

Church Lawford

NCT Relax, Stretch & Breathe

18:30-20:00TH at Church Lawford Village Hall, School Street CV23 9EE. gemma.proctor@ymail.com; For bump - 0s, £7 per class (book by 4-week term). For women from 14 weeks of pregnancy.

Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes

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

Harborough Magna

Cradle Club

Harborough Magna Toddlers

13:00-14:30TH at Hillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane CV21 4PE. 01788 540588; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Call to ensure group on.

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.

Long Lawford

Hillmorton

Stay & Play for Babies

Sunbeams

9:30-11:00T at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, CV23 9AL. 01788 568554; FREE (drop in).

Breastfeeding support. Call to check.

9:30-11:15T at Hillmorton Childrens Centre at Rogers Hall CV21 4EN. 01788 540588; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Contact centre to ensure group on.

Dandy Development Class

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

Newbold

Stay & Play

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

Overslade

Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

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

Swim Works Swim Centre

Rugby Baptist Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Rugby Baptist Church, Regent Place CV21 2JP. Louise: 07891 069786; For 0 - 5s, £1 per family (drop in).

Fun,play,crafts,snacks,songs & friendship .

Kidz Love Yoga & Babies Love Yoga

Kidz Love Yoga and Movement Classes: 12:35-13:15T; For 21/2 - 4s.

Babies Love Yoga: 13:30-14:30T; For 0 - 1s.

For babies from 8 weeks to crawling. at Overslade Community Centre, Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Natalie: 07738 630862.

Rugby

Toddlers World

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

Twins or More

10:00-11:30T at Rugby Methodist Church, Russelheim Way CV22 7TB. 07773 374883 or 07801 819525; For 0 - 5s.

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Tuesday

Bilton Evangelical Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Bilton Evangelical Church, Main Street CV22 7NQ. 01788 817326; For 0 5s. Contact: Karen or Helen (additional needs).

Aqua Tums Post Natal Class: 10:0010:45TH; For 0s, (please book). Post natal aqua yoga class.

Swim Works Preschool Classes: 11:3013:00TH; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

Aqua Tums Pre-natal Class: 18:30-19:15TH; For bumps, (please book). Ante-natal Aqua Yoga class for pregnancy. at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028.

Stay and Play

13:30-15:30TH at Hillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane CV21 4PE. 01788 540588; 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call to check group on.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

Long Lawford

Lawford Ladybirds

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

The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

13:30-15:00TH at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23. For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Please call to ensure group is running.

Stay & Play

9:00-11:00TH at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23. For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Please call to ensure group is running.

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

Pailton

Baby Sensory Classes

Marton

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

Baby Sensory Classes

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

Rugby

Outreach Stay, Play & Weigh with HV

Rugby

9:15-10:30T at Oakfield Children’s Centre at Christian Life Centre CV21 2JE. 01788 547368; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Under 1’s. Call centre to ensure group is on.

Play Matters

9:15-10:45T at Overslade Community Centre, Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Louise: 07718 167611; For bump - 5s, £1 per child (drop in). 50p for extra children over 1 year.

Stay & Play

9:15-11:15TH at Oakfield Children’s Centre, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. 01788 547368; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Please call centre to ensure group is on.

Rainbow Tots

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

Little Kickers

9:20-11:00TH at The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Centre, Bruce Williams Way CV22 5LJ. 01327 700153; For 1 - 3s, (please book).

9.20 Little Kicks,10.15 Junior.

St Maries Little Angels

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

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:

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

Call Sarah Coe on: 07966 527509 Email: rugbyarea@babysensory.co.uk Baby Sensory Rugby Area Check Classes at: Clifton, Marton, Boughton Leigh & Pailton

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Toddlers World

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

Stay & Play

13:30-15:00T at Claremont Children’s Centre, Claremont Rd CV21 3LU. 01788 579488; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Call centre to ensure group is on, Check holiday times.

Wednesday

Rugby Rhyme Time

11:00-11:30T at Rugby Library and Information Centre, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. 01788 533 250; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

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

Kidz Love Yoga and Babies Love Yoga

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 Toddlers

10:00-11:30T at Bilton Evangelical Church, Main Street CV22 7NQ. 01788 817326; For 0 - 5s. Contact:Karen(Tues) Clare(Wed)Helen(add needs).

Brownsover Teddybears

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

Check with centre to ensure group is running.

Cawston

Lionhearts Baby & Toddler Group

13:30-15:00TH at St Marks Church, Church Walk CV22 7GU. For 0 - 5s, FREE.

Clifton

NCT Coffee Morning

10:00-11:30TH at Clifton Upon Dunsmore Memorial Hall, High Street, Clifton-uponDunsmore, CV23 0BH. 01788 220198; For bump - 5s, £2 (donation). Members and nonmembers are welcome!

KEY: T :Term Time H :Holidays

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

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

Clifton-upon-Dunsmore

Thursday

Clifton Mother and Toddlers

9:15-11:00T at Clifton Primary School, Station Road CV23 0BT. Children’s Centre:01788 568554; For 0 - 5s, £1. Plenty of activities!

Hillmorton Health Clinic

9:30-11:30TH at Hillmorton Children’s Centre, Watts Lane CV21 4PE. 01788 540588; For 0 5s, FREE (drop in).

Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes

13:00-14:30TH at Swim Works, High Street CV21 4EE. 01788 288028; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Learn ‘water parenting’ skills and techniques.

St George’s Magic Dragon 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.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Kidz Love Yoga Parent and Toddler Yoga: 12:35-13:15T; For 1 - 3s. For babies on the move and toddlers.

Babies Love Yoga Classes: 13:3014:30T; For 0 - 1s. For babies from 8 weeks to crawling. at Overslade Community Centre, Buchanan Road CV22 6AY. Natalie: 07738 630862.

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.

Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre

Bumps to Babes: 10:00-11:30T; For bump 1s, £1 per family (drop in). Call to check.

Birth to Four: 13:00-14:00TH; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Callto ensure group is running. at Boughton Leigh Children’s Centre, Wetherell Way CV21 1LT. 01788 570347.

Physical Fun

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Birthlight Pregnancy Yoga

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

Baby Sensory Classes

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

Coventry

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

Rugby

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

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

9:00-12:00T at Oakfield School, Oakfield Road CV22 6AU. Jo: 01788 288028; For 1 - 4s, (please book).

Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Hillmorton

Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes

Toddlers World

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

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

Inner Peace Hatha Yoga

Broadwell Babytime

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

10:30-12:00TH at Church of the Good Shepherd, Main Street CV23 8HB. Jane: 01788 899226; For 0 - 3s, FREE (drop in). 1st Friday of the month (except August).

Newbold

Rugby Rhyme Time

11:00-11:30T at Rugby Library and Information Centre, Little Elborow Street CV21 3BZ. 01788 533 250; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Little Stars

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

Open to everyone.£1 per family,just turn up.

Saturday

Stay & Play

13:30-15:15TH at Newbold Riverside Children’s Centre, Newbold Riverside Primary School CV21 1EH. 01788 568554; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Call to ensure group is running.

Bilton

Yoga for Babies, Toddlers & Children

Rugby

Tiny Tots

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

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9:30-11:00TH at Oakfield Children’s Centre at Dixon Hall CV22 7AJ. 01788 547368; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

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Water Babies

10:00-11:00T at Rugby School, Horton Crescent CV22 5DJ. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £13.75 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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

Friday

Brownsover

Parents Stay & Play Session

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

Check with centre to ensure group is running.

Clifton-upon-Dunsmore Music Bugs Classes

9:30-11:30T at Townsend Memorial Hall, Church St. Fiona: 0844 5781017; For 0 - 5s, £5.

9.30am Family Bugs; 10.30am Baby Bugs.

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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.

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

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 lessons.

Hillmorton

Little Acorns Baby & Toddler Group

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

Long Lawford

Stay & Play Under 1s

13:00-15:00TH at Long Lawford Children’s Centre, Long Lawford Primary School CV23.

FREE (drop in). 1.30pm HV available.

Overslade

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

Various Classes: 8.45am - 12.15pm.

Coventry

Free Trial Session

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

Little Kickers

Hillmorton

Swim Works Preschool Swimming Classes

14:00-16:00TH 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, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Rugbytots

9:00-11:00TH at Lawrence Sheriff School, Clifton Road CV21 3AG. Jim: 0845 313 6715; For 2 - 5s, £6.50 (please book). Rugby Classes for ages 2 - 6 years.

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

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

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

Scrumkids Classes

Water Babies Swimming Classes

8:45-11:45T at Holiday Inn Coventry, M6 Junction 2, Hinckley Road CV2 2HP. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £13.75 per class (book by term). Fun, action packed, progressive classes.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

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Clopton & District Children’s Centre

Alcester

Free play: 9:15-10:30TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). 2nd & 4th Mon of the mth.

Health Visitors Early Weeks Clinic: 10:30-12:00TH; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Runs 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016.

Stay & Play

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

Claverdon

Stepping Stones Baby And Toddler Group

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

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

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

Harbury

Harbury Toddler Group

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

Meet & Play

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

Henley in Arden Stay & Play

Monkey Music

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

10:00-12:00T at Stratford Armouries, Pathlow CV37 0JA. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Complimentary trial classes available.

Kineton

Kineton Baby & Toddler Group

Everyone Active Stratford Leisure Centre

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

Shipston-on-Stour

Southam

Badger Valley Children’s Centre

Toy Library: 9:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). come and borrow some toys.

Cruisers & Crawlers: 14:00-15:00TH; For 0 2s, FREE (drop in). 6mths-2yrs. at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Napton Playgroup

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

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.

9:30-11:00T at Napton Village Hall, The Crescent CV47 8LS. 01926 812139; For 0 - 4s, £1.50 per session (drop in). Playgroup for babies up to pre-school.

Baby Ballet Class

17:00-17:30TH at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (book by term).

Various times,please call to book & check summer programme.

Jolly J’s

Snitterfield

Snitterfield Rag Tag Toddler Group

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

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

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

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

In the Water

Music & Singing

Active Antz: 10:30-12:30T; For 0 4s, £3.75 per child (please book).

Please check with centre the holiday timetable.

Swimming lessons: 10:30-19:00T; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons.Check with centre Summer swim programme.

Mini Gymnastics: 16:00-17:00T; For 1 - 5s, £4.10 per child (please book). 1 hour sessions.

Please check with centre holiday timetable. at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Early Pregnancy Antenatal Classes

19:00-21:00T at Bump2baby Reality, 23 Bridgetown Road CV37 7JH. Helen: 01926 732143; For bump - 0s, FREE (please book).

More info at www.bump2babyreality.co.uk.

Studley

Studley Leisure Centre

Baby Swimming Lessons: 10:30-11:00TH; For 0 - 2s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various lessons available.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons: 15:30-16:30T; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book).

Various times available. at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161. Check holiday times.

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Coventry

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Tuesday

Alcester

Babes & Tots Healthcare

13:30-15:00TH 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 - 0s. Runs monthly - please call for the next date.

Ettington

Cheeky Chimps

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

Harbury

Bumps and Bundles

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

Lighthorne Heath Stay & Play

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

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Lower Quinton

Quinton Tots & Tiddlers

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

Shipston-on-Stour

Badger Valley Children’s Centre

Toy Library: 9:00-15:00TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in). come and borrow some toys.

Baby Play: 9:30-11:30TH; For bump - 1s, FREE (drop in). Expectant mums & babies up to 1 year.

Health Visitor Clinic: 9:30-11:30TH; For 0 - 1s, FREE (drop in). See your HV for Advice,Weigh & B/Support. at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons

17:00-17:30TH at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (book by term).

Various Times,please call to book & Chk summer programme.

Southam

Baby Sensory

13:30-14:30TH at Long Itchington Community Centre, Stockton Road CV47 9QP. Nikki: 07714 205380; For 0 - 1s, £6.75 per session (book by term). 1 week break w/c 3rd August 2015.

Free trials.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

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

NCT Southam Monthly Meeting

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

Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas Dance Classes: 16:0016:30TH; For 3 - 4s, (book by term). Fun introduction to ballet. Free trials.

Pre-Syllabus Ballet Classes: 16:30-17:15TH; For 5s, (book by term). Free trial available. at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Stratford-upon-Avon

Everyone Active Stratford Leisure Centre

Swimming lessons: 9:00-19:00T; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons.

Check with centre Summer swim programme.

Active Antz: 9:30-11:30T; For 0 - 4s, £3.75 per child (please book). Please check with centre the holiday timetable.

Mini Dribblers: 13:30-14:30T; For 1 - 5s, £4.10 per child (please book). Call centre to bk. Chk with centre holiday timetable. at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Baby Play

9:30-10:30TH at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Sensory activities and singing.

NCT Your Baby & Toddler Group

10:00-11:30T at Methodist Church, Old Town CV37 6BG. For 0 - 4s, £2.50 per family (drop in). Tea, coffee, toys, books and songs.

Mum & Me Fitness

10:15-11:15TH at Stratford Town Football Club, Knights Lane CV37 7BZ. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0, parents, £6 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check. Free Taster available.

Stratford Rhyme Time

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

The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

Southam & Stratford Area continued - to add your class email: info@toddleabout.co.uk Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Speech & Language Drop-In: 10:30-12:00TH; For 1 - 5s, £0.50 (donation). 1st Tues of the month, please call.

Baby Weigh & Play & Breastfeeding Support: 13:30-15:30TH; For 0s, £0.50 (donation). Runs 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month. at Stratford Children’s Centre, Drayton Avenue CV37 9PB. 01789 266624.

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

Call for times,bookings & summer programme before attending.

Stratford-upon-Avon Early Weeks Clinic & Breastfeeding Support

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

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.

Wesley Baby and Toddler Group

Health Visitors Clinic (0-5yr)

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

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

Monkey Music

9:30-12:15T at Rosebird Community Hall, Shipston Road CV37 8LU. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Studley

Childminding Group

9:15-11:15T at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

NCT Your Bumps and Babies Group

9:45-11:15T at Our Lady of Peace Church, Shottery CV37 9HQ. For bump - 0s, £1.50 per family (drop in).

Join us for tea,coffee,chat & play.

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

16:00-17:00T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various times available.Check with centre summer swim programme.

Swimming lessons

Wellesbourne

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

Long Itchington

Long Itchington Baby & Toddler Group

9:30-10:00T at Methodist Church Hall, Bridge St CV35 9LR. 01926 886995; For 1 - 3s, £4.50 per class (please book). 9.30 for Toddlers - 13 months-3 yrs.

9:30-11:00T at Long Itchington Primary School, Stockton Road CV47 9QP. Nikki: 01926 810592; For 0 - 5s, £1.50 (drop in). Tea/coffee, crafts, healthy snacks & songs.

Priors Marston

Wednesday

Priors Marston Toddlers

Alcester

Alcester Library Rhyme Time

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

Alcester Children’s Centre

Baby Play: 13:00-15:00TH; For bump - 0s, £0.50 (donation). For 0 - crawling.

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

Fenny Compton

Fenny Compton Tots and Toddler Group

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

10:00-11:30TH at Studley Children’s Centre at Henley Hub B95 6AF. 01527 850136; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Please check with centre if running in holidays.

Kineton

Kineton Baby & Toddler Group

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

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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 and borrow some toys.

Summer Holiday Stay & Play: 10:00-11:30H; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). Summer hols only.

Older siblings welcome if weather is dry.

Stay and Play: 13:30-14:30T; For 0 - 4s, FREE (drop in). under 5 years.

Speech and Language Drop In: 14:0015:00TH; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). Last Wednesday of every month. at Badger Valley Children’s Centre, Tilemans Lane CV36 4HP. 01608 664259.

Shipston Leisure Centre

Henley in Arden

Health Visitor Clinic

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

Baby Swimming Lessons: 9:30-10:00T; For 0 - 3s, £4.91 per class (book by term). Various Times, check summer programme.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons: 10:0010:30TH; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (book by term). Various Times, Check summer times. at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354.

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.

In the Water

Music & Singing

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

Check with centre Summer swim programme.

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). Holiday classes: 10.15-11.15 & 11.30-12.30, plse call.

Studley

Health Visitor Clinic

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

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

16:00-17:30T at Studley Leisure Centre, Poole Road B80 7QU. 01527 857161; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Various times available.Chk with centre summer swim programme.

Temple Herdewyke Stay and Play

13:00-14:30T at Temple Herdewyke Community Centre, Lindsay Walk CV47 2UH. 01926 691105; For 0 - 5s, £1 (drop in). Call centre to ensure group is running.

Welford on Avon

Welford on Avon Toddler Group

9:45-11:15T at Welford Memorial Hall, High Street CV37 8EF. 07917 458771; For 0 - 3s, £2 per session (drop in).

Wellesbourne

Story Stomp - Wellesbourne Library

10:30-11:00TH at Wellesbourne Library, Kineton Road CV35 9NF. 01789 840528; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in).

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Thursday

Southam

Love Ballet Dance Company

Alcester

Baby Signing Classes in Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa and Warwick

Mini Movers: 10:00-11:00TH; For 0 - 5s, (please book). A really fun, lively musical dance class.

Little Tappers Dance Classes: 16:4517:15TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term).

Fun introduction to tap dancing. at Love Ballet Studios, Welsh Road East CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

NEW: Babes Class from BIRTH to 6 months – builds the framework for communicating with your baby and prepares for Stage 1 (6-14m).

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

Music & Movement

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

Alveston

Monkey Music

9:45-14:15T at Alveston Malt House, The Rookery CV37 7QP. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Bishops Itchington

Bishops Itchington Baby & Toddler Group

10:00-11:30TH at Memorial Hall, Fisher Road CV47 2RE. Helen: 01926 614241; For 0 - 3s, £1.50 per family (drop in). Play, play and more play!

Shipston-on-Stour Toy Library

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

Southam

Southam Congregational Church Parent & Toddler Group

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Understand babies needs, thoughts and ideas – reduce frustration for you and your baby!

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

Learn to sign with music, rhymes and fun!

Approved by Speech & Language Therapists and recommended by Sure Start!

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

Email pippajenkins@singandsign.co.uk or call 01789 415591. FREE TRIalS avaIlaBlE.

Wesley Baby and Toddler Group

Find us online at www.singandsign.co.uk and www.facebook.com/singandsignsouthwarks

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).

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

15:00-18:00TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times,bookings & summer programme before attending.

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, per class (book by term).

Lively, fun and energetic class.£34 a term. at Love Ballet Studios, Insight Park CV47 1NE. Lorraine: 07921 853773.

Stratford-upon-Avon Special Summer Session

10:00-11:30H at Clopton and District Children’s Centre, Clopton Road CV37 6TE. 01789 414016; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Different activities each week,call centre for more info.

Stratford Leisure Centre

Swimming lessons: 9:00-19:00T; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons.

Check with centre Summer swim programme.

Active Antz: 10:00-12:00T; For 0 - 4s, £3.75 per child (please book). Please check with centre the holiday timetable. at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826.

Stay and Play

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

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Studley

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

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

Messy Play

13:30-15:00TH at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136; For 1 - 5s, FREE (drop in). (1½- 5 year olds).Please chk with centre if running in hols.

Harbury

Friday

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 and borrow some toys.

Shipston Leisure Centre

Baby Swimming Lessons: 9:30-10:30T; For 0 - 3s, £4.91 per class (book by term). Various Times,please call to book & Chk summer programme.

Pre-school Swimming Lessons: 9:30-10:30TH; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (book by term).

Various Times,please call to book & Chk summer programme. at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354.

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

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Peter’s Mission, Manor Rd CV37 7EA. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per class (please book).

Classes at 9.30, 10.10, 10.50 & 11:30am.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

9:45-12:00T at Meeting Room, Stratford Garden Centre CV37 8LW. Pippa: 01789 415591; For 0 - 2s, £6 per class (book by 10week term). Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech.

Swimming Lessons

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

Studley

Cradle Club

10:00-11:30TH at Studley Children’s Centre, High Street B80 7HJ. 01527 850136; For 0s, FREE (drop in). Please chk with centre if group is on in hols.

Wellesbourne

Rhyme Time - Wellesbourne Library

10:00-10:30TH at Wellesbourne Library, Kineton Road CV35 9NF. 01789 840528; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

Saturday

Bidford-on-Avon

Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days

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

Shipston-on-Stour Family Fun

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

The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

Pre-school Swimming Lessons: 8:30-12:00TH; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (book by term).

Various Times,please call to book & check summer programme.

Baby Swimming Lessons: 11:00-12:00T; For 0 - 3s, £4.91 per class (book by term). Various Times,please call to book & check summer programme. at Shipston Leisure Centre, Darlingscote Road CV36 4DY. 01608 662354.

Southam

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Swimming lessons

8:00-14:00T at Stratford Leisure & Visitor Centre, Bridgefoot CV37 6YY. 01789 268826; For 3 - 4s, £4.80 per child (please book). various lessons.Check with centre Summer swim programme.

Sunday

Go 4 Goals Football Classes

10:30-12:30T at Stratford High School, Alcester Road CV37 7RL. Jason: 07747 562469; For 4 - 5s. Football coaching class for little & big ones.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

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

16:00-18:00T at Croft House and Pool, Banbury Road CV37 7NF. Jo:01788 288028; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Studley

LWAD Pre-School Ballet & Tap Classes

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

9:00-10:30T 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

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

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

Southam

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

8:00-11:30TH at Southam Leisure Centre, Welsh Road West CV47 0JW. 01926 817788; For 3 - 4s, £4.91 per class (please book). Call for times,bookings & summer programme before attending.

Stratford-upon-Avon Rugbytots

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

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

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

Tiddington

Hannah Clare School of Dance

9:30-10:30T at Tiddington Community Centre, Main Street CV37 7AN. 07596 253232; For 1 3s, £3 per session (please book). Classes: 9.30 Ballet & 10.00 Tap.18 mths +.

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Monday

Monkey Music

9:30-15:00TH at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. 01926 257500; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (drop in). Sessions: 9.30am-12.30pm & 1-3pm.

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

Sensory Playtime

Balsall Common

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

Gymboree Music

10:00-11:45T at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1JP. 07881 892 686; (please book). 10am: 16-30mths; 11am: 6-16mths.

Claverdon

Baby Ballet Classes

Kenilworth

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

Baby Ballet: 2 years+.

PHYS-OGUE Wheelie Fit Mums

10:30-11:30TH at Abbey Fields CV8 1BP. 07952 565002; For 0s, £6.70 per class (book by 6-week term). 6 Week block £40.00.

Coventry

Little Rascals Pre-School Dance Class

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.

Club Futsal Football Classes

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

Cubbington

Castle Gymnastics Club

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

Contact for bookings and class times.

Hampton Magna

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

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14:15-14:45T at Jaykays Dance Company, Little Sunflowers CV8 2EL. 07738 954258; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Variety of dance styles.

17:00-18:00TH at Meadowhall Sports Hall, Kenilworth School CV8 2DA. Paul: 07745 565745; For 2 - 5s, £6 per class (please book).

Futsal football classes for children 2.5yrs+.

Kineton

Stay and Play

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

Call centre to ensure group is running.

Leamington Spa

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters.

In the Water

Music & Singing

9:30-12:00T at The Octagon St Mary Magdalenes, Lillington CV32 7RH. Claire: 01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Complimentary trial classes available.

9:45-12:00T at St Margaret’s Hall, 103 Whitnash Road CV31 2HB. Pippa: 01789 415591; For 0 - 2s, £6 per class (book by 10week term). Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech.

Early Learning Centre Playtime

10:00-12:00TH at Early Learning Centre in Mothercare, Shires Retail Park CV34 6RH. 01926 452917; For 0 - 5s, FREE (drop in).

Please call to see if group is running.

Arty Splats

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

Family Tree Club

Musical Storytime: 11:00-11:20TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE per session (please book). Members only.

Gymboree Music: 13:30-15:15TH; For 0 - 2s, £4 per child (please book). 13:30: Music 1, 14:30: Music 2. Members Only.

Kid’s Kitchen: 14:00-14:45TH; For 2 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). Members Only. at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

LWAD Pre-School Ballet & Tap Classes

13:30-16:30T at Polish Centre, High Street CV31 3AW. 01926 887780; For 1 - 4s, £4 (book by term). Ballet & Tap classes.

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Kingsley Tiny Tots

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.

BilinguaSing Spanish Class

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

Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas: 15:45-16:15TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). First ballet lesson free trial.

Funky Dance Classes: 16:15-16:45TH; For 3 7s, (book by term). An energetic class.

Gymnastics Classes: 17:30-18:00TH; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more. at St Marys Church Hall, St Marys Road CV31 1JW. Claire: 07774518949.

LWAD Reception Tap & Ballet Class

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

Early Pregnancy Antenatal Classes

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

More info at www.birthandbabyreality.co.uk.

Lillington

Lillington Library Rhyme Time

10:30-11:00TH at Lillington Library, Valley Road CV32 7SJ. 03005 558171; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

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Warwick

Tiddlers Mother and Baby Group

9:30-11:45T at Warwick Gates Community Centre CV34 6DZ. Abby: 07795 516 367; For 1 - 4s. 9.30 18mth-3yr 10.15 3-4yrs 11am 3-4yrs.

NCT Breastfeeding Drop In

Pre school Gymnastics - Jelly Tots

Little Saints

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

Warwick Library Story Stomp

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

Westgate Children’s Centre

Child Well-Being Clinic: 10:00-11:30TH; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). 1st & 2nd Mon of mth.

Check session times in hols. Take red book.

Breastfeeding Group: 11:30-12:30TH; For 0 2s, FREE (drop in). Please check session times in the holidays. at Westgate Children’s Centre, Bowling Green St CV34 4DD. 01926 490629.

Arty Tots get Messy With their Grandparents!

10:00-12:00T at Market Hall Museum, Market Place CV34 4SA. 01926 412501; For 0 - 5s, £3 per session (drop in).

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

10:00-11:30T at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. 01926 886995; For 0 - 3s, £4.50 per class (please book). Ages: 0-1 & 1-3. Free trials & free CD.

Little Fishes Baby and 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.

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

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

Mum & Me Fitness

10:30-11:30TH at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6BT. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0, parents, £6 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check.

Free Taster available.

Soft Touch Baby Massage

10:30-11:45TH at Soft Touch Baby Massage at Chase Meadow Community Centre CV34 6BT. Joanna: 07712 045296; For 0s, £8.80 per session (book by 5-week term). Course Dates: 20/7 - 17/8 & 21/9 - 19/10.

LWAD Stay & Dance Classes

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

Club Futsal Football Classes

15:30-16:30T at St Nicholas Park Leisure Centre, Banbury Road CV34 4QY. Paul: 07745 565745; For 2 - 5s, £5 per class (please book).

Classes start at 3.45 & 4.45pm.

Pre-Primary Ballet & Tap

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

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NEW Sensory Exploration Classes

NEW Adventurous Arts & Crafts Classes

Baby development classes that allow your baby to explore their senses.

Babie Classes include: 6 mon s 16 mo ths nths • Sensory Art Activities • Messy Play • Lights & Bubbles • Music, Singing & Musical Instruments • Parachute Games & Lots of Fun!

Promoting learning and development through lots of multi sensory fun.

Pre-Sc Classes include: 16 mo hool nth 5 yearss • Adventurous Art Activities • Exciting Craft Activities • Small World & Imaginative Play • Messy & Sensory Play

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Classes in Leamington Spa and Warwick. New classes coming soon to Stratford and Kenilworth.

Contact Jo on 07792372962 Email: Jo@artysplats.co.uk Find us on Facebook ‘Jo Arty Splats’ www.artysplats.co.uk

Tuesday

Movers and Shakers

BilinguaSing French Class

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

NCT Bumps & Babies (Kenilworth)

Toddler Time

10:00-11:30T at St Johns Children’s Centre, Bertie Road CV8 1JP. 01926 856397; £1 per family. Parents with Babies 8 - 20 months.

Baginton

Baginton Parent and Toddler Group

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

Coventry

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

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

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

Leamington Spa Family Tree Club

Sensory Playtime

Arty Splats: 10:00-10:50TH; For 10mths - 4s, £5 per session (please book). Members Only.

Dinky Disco: 15:30-16:00TH; For 1 - 3s, £3 per session (please book). Members Only.

Street Dance: 16:00-16:30TH; For 3 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Members Only. at Family Trees Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Cradle Club

10:00-15:00TH at Dale Street Methodist Church, 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.

Water Babies

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

Child-friendly trails around the museum.

Kenilworth

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-11:30T at The Kenilworth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. 01926 886995; For 0 5s, £4.50 per class (please book). 9.40-Toddler, 10.20-Baby, 11.00-Preschool.

9:30-15:00TH at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. 01926 257500; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (drop in). Sessions: 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.003.00pm.

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.

10:00-12:30T at Thorns Primary School, Blackthorn Road CV8 2DS. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £13.75 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

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Baby Sensory

10:30-12:15TH at Radford Road Church, CV31 1NF. Mel: 07815 149877; For 1 - 4s, (please book). Free trials available.

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

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

BilinguaSing French Class

13:30-14:15TH at The Cotton Nappy Company, Russell Terr. CV32 5QB. Mel: 07815 149877; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Free trials available.

Leek Wootton

Twins Baby and Toddler Group

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

Radford Semele

Radford Rascals 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.

Haddie’s Trails

Warwick

Soft Touch Baby Massage

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

10:30-11:45TH at The Cotton Nappy Company CV32 5QB. Joanna: 07712 045296; For 0s, £8.80 per session (book by 5-week term). Call for dates and times.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Hampton Magna Toddler Group

Tiny Treasures

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

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PARENT & TODDLER CLASS, 2-3yrs 10:15am Jelly Tots

INDEPENDENT CLASS, 3-4yrs 11:00am Jelly Beans 1:00pm Jelly Beans 1:45pm Jelly Beans Mondays: Cubbington Methodist Church Hall, Cubbington.

Wednesdays: St Peter’s Church Hall, Balsall Common.

www.krystlejaynedanceacademy.co.uk IDTA & RAD Exams. Shows & Competitions Fully qualified & experienced staff.

Monkey Music

9:30-11:20T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. Claire:01789 415526; For 1 - 4s, (please book).

Complimentary trial classes available.

Tiddlers Mother and Baby Group

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

Toddler Sense Classes

10:00-11:55T at Chase Meadows Comunity Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6BT. Jennifer: 07837 697535; For 1 - 4s, per class (book by 5-week term). New term starts 21/09/2015! A new adventure every week!

PHYS-OGUE Wheelie Fit Mums

10:30-11:30TH at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. 07952 565002; For 0s, £6.70 per class (book by 6-week term).

Six week block £40.00.

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

16:00-17:00T at Round Oak School, Brittain Lane CV34 6DX. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Whitnash

Little Windmills Toddler Group

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

Wednesday

Balsall Common Rugbytots

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

Rugby classes for 2-7 years.

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Burton Green

NCT Breastfeeding Drop In

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

Kenilworth Library Rhyme Time

Dandy Development Class

Coventry

Castle Gymnastics Club

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

Kenilworth Stay & Play

9:00-14:45T at Kenilworth Nursery School, Bertie Road CV8 1JP. 01926 853394; For 0 - 4s, (drop in). 9.00-10.00, 10.30-11.30 & 1.45-2.45.

Sensory Playtime

9:30-12:30TH at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. 01926 257500; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (drop in). Sessions: 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.003.00pm.

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!

Baby and Child Health drop in

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

NCT Breastfeeding Drop In

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

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

10:45-11:15TH at Kenilworth Library & Information Centre, Smalley Place, CV8 1QG. 01926 748 900; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in).

BilinguaSing Spanish Class

15:00-15:45T at Little Sunflowers Sensory & Play Centre, Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. Mel: 07815 149877; For 1 - 3s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

PHYS-OGUE Expectations

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

First Session £6.00. Six week block £40.00.

Leamington Spa Baby Clinic

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

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters.

Cubbington Parent and Toddler Group

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

Lillingtots

9:30-11:15T at Lillington Free Church Hall (side entrance), Cubbington Road CV32 7AL. Joanne: 07920 569112; For 0 - 4s, £1 per child (drop in). Extra siblings 25p.

The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

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9:45-10:30T at Lillington Free Church, Cubbington Road CV32 7AL. Denise: 01926 881064; For 2 - 4s, FREE (drop in). 1st Wed of mth.

15:30-18:00T at Ridgeway School, Deansway CV34 5DF. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £13.75 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

LWAD Pre-School Ballet & Tap Classes

10:00-16:30T at Polish Centre, High Street CV31 3AW. 01926 887780; For 1 - 4s, £4 (book by term). Ballet & Tap classes.

Thursday

Barford

Mum & Me Fitness

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

10:30-11:30TH at Mum & Me Fitness at The Family Tree Club CV32 4QS. Zoe: 07876 347695; For 0, parents, £6 per class (please book). Must have had 6 week check. Free Taster available.

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.

Burton Green

Nappuccino

Burton Green Toddler Group

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

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

Baby Cafe

10:30-12:00TH at Lillington Free Church, Cubbington Road CV32 7AL. Audrey: 01926 832197; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Coffee and chat for mums. 0 - 2’s.

Haddie’s Trails

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

Reception Dance (Tap & Ballet)

make beautiful music together.

07503 906468 musictogetherkenilworth.co.uk

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

Arty Tots

9:45-12:00T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. Pippa: 01789 415591; For 0 - 2s, £6 per class (book by 10-week term). Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech.

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.

Family Tree Club

French Music: 11:00-11:30TH; For 1 - 5s, £4 per session (please book). Members Only. 18 Months +.

Talking Tots: 13:30-14:15TH; For 1 - 3s, £4 per session (please book). Members Only. at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Soft Touch Baby Massage

12:00-13:15TH at Soft Touch Baby Massage at The Committee Room, St Mark’s Church CV32 6DL. Joanna: 07712 045296; For 0s, £8.80 per session (book by 5-week term). Call for dates.

LWAD Reception Tap & Ballet Class

16:00-16:45T 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.

Warwick

Child Well-Being Clinic

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

Tiny Talkers Stay & Play at Th Gap

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

Jack in the Box Toddler Group

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

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Toddler Sense Classes

Toddler Sense Classes: 10:00-12:00T; For 1 - 4s, per class (book by 5-week term). A new adventure every week! New term starts 21/09/2015!

Toddler Sense Holiday Classes: 10:00-11:55H; For 1 - 4s, per session (please book). A new adventure every week! Summer classes from 1st July! at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. Jennifer: 07837 697535.

St Nicholas Parent and 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.

Mini Meadows 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.

Aqua Babies Swimming Lessons

11:30-12:30T at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Check swim lesson timetable in the Summer Holidays.

The Yummy Mummy’s Club

14:00-15:30T at St Pauls Church Hall, Friars St CV34 6HD. Jayne: 0773 8294082; For bump - 0s, (please book). Friendly group of mumsto-be and new mums.

NCT Weekly Walk

14:30-15:30TH at Venue for walk changes each week. weeklywalks.nctwarks@gmail. com; For bump - 5s, FREE. Meet other parents & enjoy a nice walk.

In the Water

Music & Singing

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.Starting 7/9/15.

Coventry

BilinguaSing French Class

10:00-10:45T at St Barbara’s Church, 22 Rochester Road CV5 6AG. Mel: 07815 149877; For 1 - 4s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Kenilworth

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.

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.

Little Sunflowers Sensory & Play Centre

Sensory Playtime: 9:30-15:00TH; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (drop in). Sessions: 9.30am12.30pm & 1.00-3.00pm.

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

Monkey Music

10:00-12:00T at Kenilworth Youth Centre, Abbey End Car Park CV8 1QJ. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book).

Complimentary trial classes available.

St John’s Toddlers

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

Refreshments provided, all welcome.

Leamington Spa

Baby Clinic (Dale Street)

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.

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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.

Tachbrook Tinies

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

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

10:00-11:30T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

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!

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.

Family Tree Club

Little Discoveries: 13:30-14:15TH; For 3 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). Members Only.

Dandy Development: 13:45-15:30TH; For 0 3s, £5.50 per session (please book). Stage 2: 1.45, Stage 1: 2.45.Members only.

Yoga Kids: 14:45-15:30TH; For 3 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). Members Only. at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Haddie’s Trails

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

Child-friendly trails around the museum.

Dandy Development Class

13:45-15:45TH at Radford Road Church, Radford Road CV31 1NF. Nikki: 07890 241301; For 0 - 5s, £5.50 per session (please book).

Combines baby sign, music & sensory fun!

LWAD Reception Tap & Ballet Class

16:00-16:30T at Polish Centre, High Street CV31 3AW. 01926 887780; For 4 - 6s, £4 (please book). Ballet & Tap Dance Class 4-6yrs.Classes start September.

Leek Wootton

Leek Wootton Toddler & Group

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

Toys, crafts, outdoor play & songs.

Monkey Music

Warwick

NCT Breastfeeding Drop In

9:00-11:00TH at The Woodloes Community Centre, Woodloes Primary School CV34 5DF. 01926 490629; For 0 - 5s, (drop in). Check Session times in the hols.

13:30-16:45T at Dale St. Church Centre, Dale Street CV32 5HL. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

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

Runs term time and holidays, free to all.

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Warwick Library Rhyme Time

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

Sing & Sign Baby Signing Classes

9:45-13:40T at Chase Meadow Community Centre, Narrow Hall Meadow CV34 6BT. Pippa: 01789 415591; For 0 - 2s, £6 per class (book by 10-week term). Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech.

Arty Splats

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

Dandy Development Classes

10:00-12:00TH at The Open Door Cafe, 3 Slade Hill CV35 8SA. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book).

Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Baby Sensory Classes

10:00-12:15TH at Hatton Park Village Hall, Barcheston Drive CV35 7TR. Gemma: 07989 502712; For 0 - 1s, £6.50 per class (book by 10-week term). Award-winning class for 0 13m. Free trials.

Child Well-Being Clinic

10:00-11:30TH at Newburgh Children’s Centre, Kipling Avenue CV34 6LD. 01926 490629; For 0s, (drop in). 3rd Thurs of month. bring your red bk.Chk Session times in hols.

Water Babies

11:45-13:15T at LA Fitness Warwick, Welton Road CV34 5PZ. 01295 709221; For 0 - 4s, £13.75 per class (book by 10-week term). Fun, action packed, progressive swim classes.

Tiny Twins

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

The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

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Aqua Babies Swimming Lessons

Stay & Play

14:00-14:30T at St Nicholas Leisure Centre, St Nicholas Park CV34 4QY. 01926 495353; For 0 - 4s, (please book). Check swim lesson timetable in the Summer Holidays.

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 Toddler Group

Toddler Sense Classes

14:20-16:20T at Warwick Gates Community Centre, Cressida Close CV34 6DZ. Jennifer: 07837 697535; For 2 - 4s, per session (book by 5-week term). A new adventure every week!

New term starts 21 Sept!

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

16:00-17:00T at Round Oak School, Brittain Lane CV34 6DX. Jo: 01788 288028; For 0 - 1s, (please book). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Coventry

Sensory Playtime

9:30-15:00TH at Little Sunflowers Ltd, Unit 8 Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. 01926 257500; For 0 - 4s, £4 per session (drop in). Sessions: 9.30am-12.30pm & 1.003.00pm.

Arty Splats

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

KEY: T :Term Time H :Holidays

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

Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

13:15-14:00T at Little Sunflowers Sensory & Play Centre, Common Lane Industrial Estate CV8 2EL. Mel: 07815 149877; For 1 - 2s, (please book). First class is free of charge.

Leamington Spa

Weston-under-Wetherley Toddlers

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

Kenilworth

Dandy Development Class

BilinguaSing French Class

Friday

Twirling Toddlers Gymnastics Classes

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

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. H V once a month.

Rhythm Time - Quality Music Classes

9:30-12:00T at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Rd CV32 6DL. 01926 886995; For 0 - 5s, £4.50 per class (please book). 30min age appropriate sessions. Free Tasters.

Jaykays Dance Company

Little Rascals Dance & Movement Classes: 10:00-10:45T; For 2 - 4s, (book by term).

Dance & Movement, Ballet, Tap, Tricks & Tumbles.

Mummy & Me Dance Class: 11:00-11:45T; For 1 - 3s, (book by term). Mummy & Me Dance Class 18 mths- 3 yrs. at Jaykays Dance Company, The Brunswick Healthy Living Centre CV31 3BD. 07738 954258.

In the Water

Music & Singing

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

Baby Sensory

10:00-11:00TH at Dale Street Methodist Church, 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.

Emmanuel Toddler Group

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

Dandy Development Class

10:00-12:00H at St Mark’s Church, Rugby Road CV32 6DD. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 - 2s, £5.50 per session (please book).

Holiday Class.Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Dandy Development Class

10:00-11:50T at St Paul’s Church, Leicester Street CV32 4TE. Nikki - 07890 241301; For 0 2s, £5.50 per session (please book). Combines baby sign, music and sensory fun!

Love Ballet Mini Movers Class

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

Soft Touch Baby Massage

10:15-13:30TH at Soft Touch Baby Massage at The Cotton Nappy Company CV32 5QB. Joanna: 07712 045296; For 0s, £8.80 per session (book by 5-week term). Call for Course dates and times.

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Haddie’s Trails

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

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

9:30-14:00T at Holyhead United Reformed Church, Holyhead Road CV1 3AE. Michelle: 07552 770774; For 0 - 5s, £3 per class (please book).

Dance classes for 4 months and upwards.

Family Tree Club

Musical Storytime: 10:3010:45TH; For 0 - 5s, FREE per session (please book). Mon:1111.20,Fri10.30-10.50.Members only.

Toddler Sense: 10:30-11:00TH; For 1 - 3s, £4 per session (please book).

Members Only.

Football Skills Coaching: 16:0016:30TH; For 3 - 6s, £3 per session (please book). Members Only. 31/2 - 6 years. at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820.

Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

PQA Coventry Poppets

10:00-13:15T at Coundon Court School and Community College, Northbrook Road CV6 2AJ. 08456 732022; For 4 - 5s, (please book).

Performing arts classes.

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.

ScrumKids Classes

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

Little Rascals Pre-School Dance & Movement Classes

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

Toddler Sense Classes

Toddler Sense Classes: 14:2016:20T; For 1 - 5s, per class (book by 5-week term). A new adventure every week! New term starts 21/09/2015.

Toddler Sense Holiday Classes (Leamington Spa): 14:30-16:25H; For 1 - 4s, per class (please book). A new adventure every week! Running from 1st July. at Dale Street Methodist Church, Dale Street CV32 5HL. Jennifer: 07837 697535.

Kenilworth

Fantastic perfo r m i n g ar t s classes fo r 3 - 5 Y EAR OLD S !

On Saturdays, 9:45am-11.30am or 11.45am-1.15pm Book a FREE taster session (spaces limited) Contact Debbie on 07791 703665

Sherbourne

Hannah Clare School of Dance

10:00-10:45T at Sherbourne Village Hall, Church Street CV35 8AP. 07596 253232; For 1 - 5s, £5 per session (please book). Little Stars Dance classes for walkers+.

Warwick

Play Together (St Paul’s)

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

Monkey Music

9:30-13:00T at Chase Meadow Community Hall CV34 6BT. Claire:01789 415526; For 0 4s, (please book). Complimentary trial classes available.

Gymboree Music

10:00-11:45T at The Gap Community Centre, 39 Oakwood Grove CV34 5TD. 07881 892 686; For 0 - 2s, (please book). 10am 16-30mths; 11am 6-16mths. Plse book.

Toy Library

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

PHYS-OGUE Wheelie Fit Mums

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

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www.pqacademy.com Stagecoach Theatre Arts Warwick

16:00-17:30T at Myton School, Myton Road CV34 6PJ. 01527 965514; For 4 - 6s, £13.50 per child (book by term). Theatre arts classes for 4-6 yrs.

Whitnash

Whitnash Library Rhyme Time

11:15-11:45TH at Whitnash Library & Information Centre, Franklin Road CV31 2JH. 01926 421 464; For 0 - 2s, FREE (drop in). Free weekly sessions. Just drop in.

Saturday

Barford

Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas & Little Tappers: 9:009:45TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Fun introduction to ballet & tap.

Gymnastics Classes: 10:30-11:00TH; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more.

Funky Dance Classes: 11:00-11:30TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). Livel & 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 10week term). Fun, progressive baby swimming lessons.

Stagecoach Theatre Arts Kenilworth

9:30-12:45T at Priors Field School, Clinton Lane CV8 1BA. Jacqui: 01789 263 464; For 4 - 6s, £13.50 per child (book by term). Theatre arts classes for 4-6 yrs.

Saturdads

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

Music Together Classes

10:00-11:00T at Music Together, Kenilworth Methodist Church Hall CV8 1LQ. 07503 906468; For 0 - 5s, www.musictogetherkenilworth.co.uk. Free trial. (please book).

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 Weekly.

Go 4 Goals Football Classes

9:00-12:00T at North Leamington School, Sandy Lane CV32 6RD. Jason: 07747 562469; For 2 - 5s, (please book). Football coaching class for little & big ones.

Jaykays Dance Company

Little Rascals Dance & Movement Classes: 9:00-9:45T; For 2 - 4s, Dance & Movement, Ballet, Tap, Tricks & Tumbles.

Preparatory Ballet, Tap & Freestyle: 9:4511:15T; For 4 - 5s, Baby Freestyle & Gym Club: 11:15-12:30T; For 5-7s. Tricks, tumbles, progressive gymnastics. at Jaykays Dance Company, The Brunswick Healthy Living Centre CV31 3BD. 07738 954258. (book by term).

Jaykays Dance Company

Little Rascals Pre-School Dance & Movement Classes: 9:15-11:30T; For 2 - 4s, (book by term). Sessions: 9.15, 10.00 & 10.45am.

Baby Freestyle and Gym Club: 11:30-12:30T; For 5-7s, (book by term). at Jaykays Dance Company, Milverton Primary School CV32 6ES. 07738 954258.

The listings are updated but we advise calling before attending - just in case!

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Twirling Toddlers Dance Classes

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

Stagecoach Theatre Arts

9:30-12:45T at Trinity Catholic School, Guy’s Cliffe Avenue CV32 6NB. 01789 263 464; For 4 - 6s, £13.50 per child (book by term). Theatre arts classes.

Dad’s Club

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.

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.

Sunday

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.

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

LWAD 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).

KEY: T :Term Time H :Holidays

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.

Whitnash

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

Child-friendly trails around the museum.

Kids Run Free Race Event & Fun Days

LWAD Fusion Dance Classes

10:00-11:30T at Aylesford School and Sixth Form College, Tapping Way CV34 6XR. 08456 732022; For 4 - 5s, (please book). Performing arts classes for 4-5 year olds.

Haddie’s Trails

Warwick

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

PQA Warwick Poppets

10:30-12:00TH at Family Tree Members Club, 14 Kenilworth Street CV32 4QS. 01926 312820; For 0 - 5s, FREE per session (please book). Members Only.

Art Cart Family Fun Sessions

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

Henley in Arden

Pre-Primary Ballet & Tap

10:30-11:15T at Krystle Jayne’s Dance Academy, Wootten Wawen Village Hall, Alcester Rd B95 6AY. Krystle: 07791 852891; For 4 - 5s, (book by term).

Kenilworth

ScrumKids Classes

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.

In the Water

Music & Singing

Leamington Spa ELC Fun Days

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. Call before attending to check running

Haddie’s Trails

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

Child-friendly trails around the museum.

Shrewley

Love Ballet Dance Company

Prima Ballerinas: 9:30-10:00TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). First ballet lesson free as a trial.

Gymnastics Classes: 10:00-10:30TH; For 3 5s, (book by term). Learn handstands, rolls, splits & more.

Funky Dance Classes: 10:30-11:30TH; For 3 - 5s, (book by term). An energetic class. 1010:30 & 11-11:30.

Pre-Syllabus Ballet Classes: 11:00-11:30TH; For 5s, (book by term). Free trial available. £28 per term. at Shrewley Village Hall CV35 7AN. Claire: 07774518949.

Warwick

Little Splashers Swimming Classes

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

Rugbytots

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

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Gifts and Products Beadle’s Needles

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Costco Coventry

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KNR Jewellery

12

Oak Tree Designs

BilinguaSing

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Leamington & Warwick Gymnastics Club

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Leamington & Warwick Academy of Dance 49 Little Kickers Rugby

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The Bunkcot

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Love Ballet Dance Company

39

The Cotton Nappy Company

11

Monkey Music

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VIP Mummy

12

Music Together Kenilworth

45

Warwickshire County Council Cotton Nappy Service

32

PQA Warwick

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ZebAdi Toys

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Mum and Me Fitness

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Phys-ogue

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The Leamington Therapy Centre 15

Nurseries and Schools Banana Moon Nursery Harbury 30 Hattonworld Children’s Nursery 8 The Kingsley School

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Warwick Prep School

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Parties Southam & Harbury Bouncy Castles

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The Warwickshire Golf Club

31

Rhythm Time

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Rugbytots Warwickshire

34

ScrumKids

36

Sing and Sign

40

Soft Touch Baby Massage

45

Swim Works

25

Twirling Toddlers

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Water Babies

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PixiFoto

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Fa n ta s t i c p e r f o r m i n g a r t s c la s s e s f o r 4 a n d 5 y e a r o l d s PQA Coventry Find us at Coundon Court School and Community College, Northbrook Road, Coundon, Coventry, CV6 2AJ Classes run on Saturdays from 10 - 11.30am and 11.45am - 1.15pm

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