Services

Here is a list of some of the services we offer.

• Movers and Groovers

  Every Thursday afternoon (term time) we have a Movers and Groovers Session. This is for children aged 2 plus and is a session of physical fun including singing and dancing. The fun starts at 1.30pm for an hour.

• Ante-natal check ups

  Every Thursday ante-natal check ups take place at the Centre. These appointments are made through the midwives.

• Health visitor drop-in

  We have a health visitor drop in on the first Friday of every month from 9.30am to 10.30pm. No need to book, just turn up.

• Links with jobcentre plus for training and jobs

  We have a free phone that connects to various useful numbers such as working tax credit helpline. We have links with our local jobcentre plus outreach worker who we can arrange for you to meet with for support and advice. There is a notice board in the centre with vacancies and information.

• Childminding network

  We know that choosing someone to look after your child is one of the most important decisions parents make. We have links with our local childminding development officer who supports local childminders.

• After-school and holiday provision for children up to 8 years old

  We have 21 places for children up to the age of 8 year old this includes breakfast session 8-9am, tea session 3.30-6pm. We also have sessions during the school holidays which can be booked through the office.

• Health services including midwife and health visitor clinics

  Midwife clinics take place in the every Thursday for ante natal check ups.

  Health visitor drop in is available monthly for infant weighing, advice and support.

• Family support workers

  We know that, at times, bringing up children is not always easy and we believe that parents and carers have the right to ask for help without feeling guilty or embarrassed. We also believe that parents and carers know their children best.

  Our Family Support Service aims to provide the support that families themselves say they need. Our Children’s Centre Practitioners are available to work with families on an individual basis in their own homes or through groups to provide advice, support and guidance on a range of issues connected with being a parent. Such issues can include behaviour management, play/stimulation, routines, child development and general parenting. They can also put parents in touch with other organisations who provide support on more specific issues.

• High quality early learning and care for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, 10 hours a day 48 weeks of the year

  We have space for 9 children under 2 years old, 12 children aged 2-3 years old and 60 3-5 year olds. We very much believe in each child being a unique individual and this philosophy is what drives our commitment to provide outstanding welcoming environments with highly qualified staff.