February - July 2018 Programme

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What areas do we cover?

Pre-school providers in the area

We are open:

Monday to Friday 8.00am- 5.00pmPlease visit Facebook for any changes to these times.

Our address is:

City and Eaton Children’s CentreThe Vauxhall CentreJohnson PlaceNorwichNR2 2SA

The City and Eaton Children’s Centre covers a large part of the City Centre, mainly the NR2 post code area. We also cover the Eaton area which is a lot of the NR4 postcode. We provide support for all local families with children under 8 living in this area.

The Hamlet Centre 01603 766566Nelson Preschool 01603 615355Notre Dame Nursery 01603 625593Peapod Preschool 01603 929653Bignold Nursery 01603 625721Chestnut at St Giles Nursery 01603 629009Town Close School 01603 620180Beehive Childcare Group 01603 259193Polliwiggle Nursery 01603 453265Eaton Elephants 01603 502454Jessopp Road 01603 458702Chapelfield Day Nursery 01603 611147Stretton School Nursery 01603 451285City College Nursery 01603 773121

If you would like help to find a childcare place then please contact the Children’s Centre or pop in to see us. Please contact the Children’s Centre on 01603 307680 for a full list of Childminders in the area.

Breastfeeding Network Support Line 0300 1000210Family information service 03448 008001Domestic violence support line-Leeway 08452 412171Young Dads MAP 01603 766994Norwich City Housing 0344 9803333Health Visiting Team 0300 300 0123Child Line 0800 1111Job Centre Plus 01603 248817 www.jobcentreplus.gov.ukNorfolk Police 0845 456456Forum Library 01603 737950 www.greatparents.org.uk www.dads-space.comBaby Bank Norfolk www.babybanknorfolk.org.uk The Hamlet Centre 01603 766566Home-Start Norfolk 01603 977040NANSA 01603 627662Norwich Foodbank 01603 251733 Men’s Advice Line 0808 801 0327

If you are worried a child is at riskplease call Children’s Services on 0344 800 8020

Useful information• For one to one breastfeeding or antenatal support within your own

home please call the Children’s Centre

• We also offer one to one support with a range of issues including sleeping, behaviour, weaning and parenting. Please call the Children’s Centre if you feel you would like some additional support

• Food Hygiene level 2 and health and safety e learning is available to complete in the comfort of your own home. Please ask at the Children’s Centre to find out more.

• For more information on any sessions run by the Children’s Centre please call us on 01603 729808

• Please come to the Children’s Centre to find out how you can claim your free book from accessing your local Library.

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

Tel: 01603 729808 Like us on Facebook - City and Eaton Children’s Centre

We aim to make our activities inclusive for everyone regardless of ability. If you or your child has any specific needs or require additional support to access our services, please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss this.

Our staff have a positive attitude to working in partnership with our parents, ensuring easily accessible and open communication at all times.

We provide drop-in groups, courses, access to health services, family support, information and advice. We can help you find childcare suitable for your needs and can help you return to work. Contact us on 01603 729808 for any help and advice.

Now offering

sessions for children

up to 8 years!

Vancouver Children’s Centre

City and Eaton Children’s Centre February - July 2018Activity Time Venue Date

Please note: Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul

Monday Little FootstepsA nurturing group for children under 5 years who are finding communication and socialising more challenging - referral only

10.00 - 11.30City and Eaton

Children’s Centre19th 26th 5th 12th

19th 26th16th 23rd

30th 14th 21st 4th 11th 18th 25th

2nd 9th 16th 23rd

Toddler DanceA dance workshop for preschool children run by the garage- drop in session but limited to 20

2.00 - 3.00St Thomas’ Church Hall,

Earlham Road19th 26th 5th 12th

19th 26th16th 23rd

30th 14th 21st 4th 11th 18th 25th

2nd 9th 16th 23rd

Once upon a time A 6 week group to encourage your child’s language skills. BOOK IT!

Dates confirmed upon booking

Triple PA 6 week course to support you with strategies to manage children’s behaviour. Creche available on request - BOOK IT!

12:45 - 2:45Heartsease Methodist

Church, Heartsease Lane, NR7 9NR

Dates confirmed upon booking

Tuesday Busy Things4 week programme with fun activities to make and take home. Referral only - please speak to the Children’s Centre or your

Dates confirmed upon booking

Stay and playDrop in play session for children under 8 years and their carers. 2nd week of each month is soft play.

1.00 - 2.30City and Eaton

Children’s Centre20th 27th 6th 13th

20th 27th3rd 10th 17th 24th

1st 8th 15th

22nd

5th 12th 19th 26th

3rd 10th 17th 24th

Circle of securityA 9 week course helping parents understand their child’s world better.

9:30 - 11:30City and Eaton

Children’s CentreDates confirmed upon booking

Wednesday Play with your babyA drop in play session with sensory activities and music for pre walkers and their carers.

10.00 - 11.00City and Eaton

Children’s Centre21st 14th 28th 11th 25th 9th 23rd 6th 20th 4th 18th

Weaning workshopAn interactive lunch session to get advice and support about weaning your child and help with tricky eaters

11.30 - 12.30City and Eaton

Children’s Centre21st 28th 25th 23rd 20th 18th

Young memoriesA drop in group for parents under 25 years and their children. 10.00 - 11.00

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

28th 7th 21st 4th 18th 2nd 16th 30th 13th 27th 11th 25th

MAPDrop in session for parents/ carers under the age of 26 years for advice and support.

1.30 - 5.30 Chantry Hall NR2 1RF 21st 28th 7th 14th 21st 28th

4th 11th 18th 25th

2nd 9th 16th 23rd

30th

6th 13th 20th 27th

4th 11th 18th 25th

Thursday Wonderful WelliesA fun gardening group for children under 8 years and their parents/ carers.

10.30 - 11.30 5th 19th 3rd 17th 31st 14th 28th 12th

26th

Understanding Child DevelopmentA 10 week course to help you understand your child’s devlopment - BOOK IT!

1.00 - 3.00City and Eaton

Children’s CentreDates to be confirmed upon booking

Health and social care Level 1 and 2A course to support you in your new career- creche available on request - BOOK IT!

1.00 - 3.00City and Eaton

Children’s CentreDates to be confirmed upon booking

Friday Health Visitor Clinic - drop in clinic to get your baby weighed and advice from your health visitor. 9.30 - 11.00

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

23rd 9th 23rd 13th 27th 11th 25th 8th 22nd 13th 27th

EAL group - drop in play and support group for families from an international background. 10.00 - 11.30

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

2nd 16th 20th 4th 18th 8th 22nd 6th 20th

Sensory Room Inductions - Call the Children's Centre to book an induction so you can make use of the sensory room. 11.00 - 11.30

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

2nd 16th 13th 27th 11th 25th 8th 22nd 6th 20th

Messy Play - drop in session for children under the age of 8 years and their carers. 1.00 - 2.00

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

2nd 16th 13th 27th 11th 25th 8th 22nd 6th 20th

Musical Jitterbugs - Interactive music sessions for children under 8 years and their carers. 1.30 - 2.00

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

23rd 9th 23rd 6th 20th 4th 18th 1st 15th 29th 13th

Wiggle and Jiggle - Drop in session for pre walking children and their carers. 2.15 - 2.45

City and Eaton Children’s Centre

23rd 9th 23rd 6th 20th 4th 18th 1st 15th 29th 13th

Saturday Save a baby's life first aid course - First Aid course for parents - BOOK IT!

10:00 - 11:30City and Eaton

Children’s Centre10th 21st 12th 9th 7th

Easter Party 1.00 - 2.30City and Eaton

Children’s Centre24th

Baby massage is

offered throughout

the week. Please

call the Children’s

Centre to book a

place.

Self-Weigh in is available at the Centre throughout the week. Please feel free to drop in to the Centre to access this service.