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Children's Playgroups in
Solihull
Children's playgroups
in the Solihull area. Also includes OFSTED registered child minders.
See also Children's Nurseries & Daycare
Busy Bees Toddler Group
St. Stephen's Church Centre, Coppice Road, Solihull.
Thursdays 1.15-2.45pm, term time only. Catering for children
under
5 years of age, we offer a relaxed and friendly atmosphere
with a variety of toys and books, ride-ons, themed art & craft
activities,
and music-teacher-led singing sessions.
There is a designated baby
area. Drink and biscuit provided for
children and accompanying
adults. £1.50 per session;
70p per additional child. Access is via
side door to left of building.
Telephone
0121 705 1817
Butterflies Pre School Playgroup
Educare for children aged between 2 years school age.
The group runs Monday, Wednesday and Friday from
9.30am-12.00pm
Cheeky Chipmunks Daycare
West Shirley 3 minutes from Colebrook pub.
Full and part time care, including after school care and school
holidays.
Ages from 0-10 yrs. OFSTED registered
Telephone 0121 745 1311 or 07816 465 288
for enquiries ask for Cindy.
Cheswick Chimps Wrap Around Care
We aim to provide children with good quality childcare between
the hours of
11.30am - 3.30pm. Ideal for those attending morning
playgroup.
Lunch Club Available.
Contact Sally Round
on 01564 703336
www.cheswickgreenprimary.co.uk/Cc_chch.htm
Coppice Toddles
St Stephens Church Centre, Coppice Road, Solihull, B92 9LN. Thursdays
1.15pm - 3.00pm term time. £2.00 for parent/carer and child includes
refreshments. 50p for additional child/adult.
Contact Becky Street for details 07941 680357
Dorridge Pre-School Playgroup
We are a member of the Pre-School Learning
Alliance and
the Early Years Childcare Partnership. We aim to provide a
happy, safe and stimulating environment where each child
can explore and develop their social, communication, physical
and creative skills. Contact Linda on 01564 730108.
Earlswood Mother and Toddler Group
Earlswood Mother and Toddler Group meets every Friday from 9:30 to 11:30 at
the Earlswood Village Hall. We provide an opportunity to meet other mothers
and for children to interact in a safe and friendly environment. There is a
regular schedule of activities including visits from our local midwife,
dentist and hairdresser as well as fund-raising activities. All welcome.
Early Birds Nursery & Kids Club
Located in the grounds of Knowle Primary School, offering
optional all-day care with the school.
See www.earlybirds.co.uk
for more
details.
Elmdon Playgroup
Based out of Valley Church Centre, Gaydon Road, Solihull
(next to park) Elmdon Playgroup provides a friendly and nurturing
environment for children aged from 2.5 years during term time on
Mon, Wed, Thurs and Friday mornings. The playgroup is OFSTED
inspected, a member of the Pre-School Learning Alliance and
registered to receive Nursery Education Grant Funding
(all children qualify for this the term following their 3rd birthday).
The staff are appropriately qualified and their own children have
attended the Playgroup. We would be happy to receive your enquiry
and arrange informal visits. If you would like further information
please contact Cathy Price on 0121 743 0894 or email at the
address below. Thank you.
Email:
elmdonplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk
www.elmdonplaygroup.co.uk
Freddie Frogs Playgroup
'Fredie Frog's' Themed soft play activities for babies and toddlers
meeting at 'The Bridge' Shirley on Wednesday am, Solihull Lodge
Community Centre on Thursday am, Dickens Heath Village Hall on
Thursday pm and Friday am at St George and St Teresa parish
centre, Dorridge
Further info contact 07704 807401 or 07973 839385
Fun French and Spanish clubs
Children learn naturally through songs, games, stories and activities.
Established in 1985, LCF UK Ltd now teaches over 50,000 children nationwide
each week through its structured and proven courses, designed to stimulate
children's natural enthusiasm for language and communication.
Tel 0121 244 4355.
www.lcfclubs.com/lorrainehughes
Email:
lorrainehughes@lcfclubs.com
Gymboree's Baby Play Classes
Gymboree's baby play classes are theme based and are full of exciting
sensory exploration using a variety of props, musical instruments, fibre
optic light shows, puppet dances, bubbles, parachute play baby signing and
more. Using Gymboree's specially designed apparatus, physical activites are
incorporated to help develop balance, co-ordination, and neck and upper body
strength. Suitable for newborn through to mobile babies.
Gymboree's Gym Classes
Gymboree's gym classes are developmentally appropriate physical play classes
featuring loads of fun activities, fantastic equipment, songs, bubbles,
parachute play and more. Classes help your child develop balance, strength
co-ordination, social and early language skills. Suitable for crawlers
through to age 5
Visit
www.gymboree-uk.com for more details or contact us to book a FREE
no obligation trial.
Tel 07853 998566
E-mail
solihull@gymboree-uk.com
Happy Hands Pre-School Playgroup
Happy Hands Pre-School Playgroup has been in operation for over 40 years and
is accredited by the 'Pre-School Learning Alliance' and is Ofsted inspected.
Playgroup is run by experienced staff who hold relevant childcare
qualifications, First Aid certificates and who have lots of enthusiasm for
their work! Happy Hands Pre-School provides a happy, safe and stimulating
environment for each child. They have the opportunity to explore and develop
their social, physical, communicative and creative skills Please arrange to
visit us with your child to see Playgroup in operation. For more information
please contact: Alison Philpott Committee Chairperson on 01564 771225.
Registered Charity Number 1019722.
Jackie b Music
Kindermusik Village Classes for babies from newborn to 18 months. We take
those special bonding moments between you and your baby and add in a unique
blend of musical learning activities that stimulate and engage all of your
child's senses.
Fridays 10.15am - 11am at Solihull Women's Institute; 2pm - 2.45pm at
Tidbury Green Village Hall. Please call for next 8 week course start date -
07735 293109.
www.jackiebmusic.co.uk
Jolly Babies/Music with Mummy/Three Four Time
Fun and educational music/drama classes for children 0-5years. Three
different age groups to meet the growing needs of your child. Small,
friendly classes ensure that mums/dads/grandparents/carers and their little
ones will be made very welcome. Telephone Judith Hughes on:- 0121 744 5117
for times/venues and the opportunity to try a free trial session. Our
children listen and learn, look and laugh, they love it!
Jolly Tots Playgroup
We are situated in Solihull Methodist Church Hall Solihull. A caring
environment meeting the needs of all children. Experienced staff
level 3, 2 and the manager who has 5 years experience with
B.A (Hons) in Early Childhood education Studies.
Email: sweets_sweets4@hotmail.com
Kidz Club
A club for 7-12 year olds held on Wednesday evenings during
term time
at Cranmore Infant School, Northland Road, Solihull.
www.kidzklubsolihull.info
Kingshurst Caterpillars Playgroup
We are based in Kingshurst Youth and Community Centre we are open
Monday to Friday 9.15-12.15pm
For more information Telephone 07947 661067
The Pre-school Learning Alliance represents and
supports 16,000 community pre-schools in England.
www.pre-school.org.uk
Jo Jingles
Music and movement classes with an educational slant for children
1-4 years
old. Various classes held in and around the Solihull area.
Structured classes
run by a fully trained and qualified Jo Jingles
teacher. For further details
contact Karen Clark on 0121 243 9119
www.jojingles.co.uk
Lighthall Under Fives Pre-School
Layca Centre, Stretton Road, Shirley, Solihull.
Tel: 0121 744 5128
Mrs Nicola Hawkins
Email:
lighthallunderfives@hotmail.co.uk
Little Poppets Pre School
Olton United Reform Church, Kineton Green Road, Olton, Solihull.
Days/Times: Tues - Fri 9.15 - 11.45.
From 2yrs onwards.
Email:
vannessajenkins@blueyonder.co.uk
www.littlepoppetspreschool.com
littleU playgroup
We know how important a friendly and stimulating pre-school
playgroup is for our young ones - we also know how precious your
free time is. So littleU playgroup gives you both!
littleU playgroup offers fun and structured play activities, aimed
at 2 years to Nursery School age, following the Early Years
Development framework. Our experienced and enthusiastic carers
will make sure your littleU has the best time with their buddies,
while you get. 2 hours at the shops. a few chapters of a good
book. catch-up over a latte.
And. playgroup resources will be regularly refreshed - the perfect
complement to a fantastic, spacious venue with great local
interests for your littleU.
www.littleU.co.uk
Love and Cuddles Baby and toddler signing classes
Held at Shelly Farm Centre, Monkspath. Thursdays: 12.45 - 1.45 (0-12m) &
1.45 - 2.45 (1-2yrs)
£4 per session, per mum. Refreshments included. Open every week, inc school
holidays. Older siblings welcomed. Pay as you go, so no termly commitments.
Email:
loveandcuddles@hush.com
www.loveandcuddles.co.uk
Molly Music - Making music fun
Fun & versatile music classes for babies & toddlers. We make music fun at
Molly Music with our high quality & colourful musical instruments & props.
Lots of fun with action songs, dance, singing, movement & musical activity.
All classes enjoy our play parachute & puppets - not forgetting our bubble
time experience! Classes for Molly pups (babies - 12 months). Molly Tods (12
months - 2 years) and Molly Tots (2 -4 years). Come along & join in the
fun, book your free trial today.
Email:
helen@mollymusic.co.uk
www.mollymusic.co.uk
Monkey Music Solihull
We offer award winning music classes for babies and young children from 3
months to 4 years. Classes are tailored into 4 age groups and offer a
progressive curriculum written in line with the Early Years and Foundation
Stage Curriculum used in schools. All original music used written by
professional musicians. Classes offer clear structure and a chance for your
little one to move, sing, play instruments and explore props and other
stimuli. It offers a lovely bonding experience with your child and skills
that will develop a lifetime of love and excitement for music. Classes held
in Solihull and Shirley. Contact 01384 374747 for further details or take a
look at our website
www.monkeymusic.com
New Venture Playgroup
Solihull Lodge Community Centre, Grafton Road, Solihull Lodge
Tel 0121 474 2668
Open Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday 9.30 to 12.30
OFSTED inspected Fully qualified staff
Olton Friary Baby and Toddler Playgroup
A warm and friendly play and stay playgroup every Wednesday
from 1.15 to 3pm at Olton Friary on St Bernards Road.
Ring Emma on 07870 226971
Olton Friary Pre-School
A well
established Pre-school held at Olton Friary, St Bernard's
Road, Olton.
Open daily during term time - Monday to Friday
9.30 - 12.00.
As from September 2010 our hours of opening will be Monday - Friday 9.30
- 12.30. Well qualified, experienced,
committed and dedicated
staff help children to learn through play
with regard to the QCA
guidelines, The Code of Practice and the
SEN Code of Practice,
registered charity, PLA Accredited and
Ofsted
Inspected.
Registered for Grant
funding for eligible children.
Waiting list is
open for September 2010 - July 2011.
Informal visits welcome.
Contact - Jacky Jeffreys
Telephone:
07760 99477
E-mail
ofriarypreschool@btopenworld.com
Website www.solihull-online.com/ofps.htm
Playdayz
Hampton Rd, Knowle. Tel: 01564 771117
Playpals Nursery
Situated near the centre of Solihull, Playpals Nursery was
established
20 years ago by the Samworth family. Preschool
preparation is a speciality
as three members of the family are
Early Years teachers.
Babies can start at three months and stay
until they start school.
www.playpalschildcare.co.uk
Pushchair Club.
A friendship group for parents/carers and children.
We meet at Solihull Methodist Church hall.
Monday 1.15pm to 2.45pm for children from 0 to 5 years.
Thursday 10am to 11.30am for Babies upto 15 months.
Rhythm Time
Music classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers from birth to 5.Fun
and educational. Classes every day in Solihull, Dorridge, Shirley and
Balsall Common. Call 121 711 4224 or visit our website.
www.rhythmtime.net
Shelly Farm Parent & Toddler Group
From 0 to 3 years. Open on Wednesday mornings from 10-11.30pm
(term time only). Weekly craft, fun activities, separate baby room.
Shelly Farm
Pre-School
We are open Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday and Friday mornings from
9.30-12noon. Have a Breakfast Club from 8.45a.m. and Lunch Club
from 12noon-12.45p.m.
Our Under 3's group is open on Tuesday and Thursday mornings 10.00-11.30a.m.
We welcome personal visits and enquiries can also be made either
by email:
shellyfarmpreschool@hotmail.com
or by
telephoning
0121 744 0253. Mary Ayres
Sing and Sign
Enjoyable baby signing sessions for
parents & babies(7 - 18 mths).
Baby signing is about showing specific gestures (otherwise known
as sign language) to pre-verbal babies so as to enhance and
develop speech and language development. The sessions are
taught through music, action songs, musical instruments and props.
For more information on local classes in Solihull, contact Audrey
on 0121 694 2613 or email
babygestures@yahoo.co.uk
http://www.singandsign.com
St Alphege Preschool
Established in 1968,and run by a
team of experienced and
professional staff with NVQ level 3 qualified staff. A caring
environment where children are individually valued, and their needs
met. Accredited by Pre-school Learning Alliance. Located in the
centre of Solihull next to St Alphege Church in the Oliver Bird Hall.
Registered charity through St Alphege Church. Regulated by Ofsted
and managed by a committee of parents.
www.stalphegepre-school.org.uk
St Augustines Mother and Toddler Group
Herbert Road, Solihull (Next to John Lewis)
Thursday Morning 9.30 - 11.30 (Term Time).
Relaxed and friendly environment. Tel: 07952 145473
St Helens Mother and Toddler
Group
St Helens Mother and Toddler Group
meet on Tuesdays at 1:30
at St Helens Church, Solihull. We cater for all ages under school age.
Email: info@shtoddlers.co.uk
http://www.shtoddlers.co.uk
Stay & Play Baby & Toddler Group
New group meeting every Wednesday 1:00 - 2:45pm starting Wednesday 4th
August 2010 at Hockley Heath Memorial Hall, Stratford Rd. Yes, we even run
during the school holidays!!
Carers & babies/ toddlers from Hockley Heath & surrounding area all very
welcome.
No need to book just come & relax, make new friends, have a chat & a cuppa.
The little ones can have fun & play with zoned activities, craft & lots of
toys.
Email:
staynplayh.heath@yahoo.co.uk
Tickety-Boo
EXPLORE Baby & Toddler Groups
Tickety-Boo EXPLORE baby & toddler groups, 0-3yrs, Tuesday at St George &
St Teresa's in Dorridge, Wednesday at Bentley Heath Community Centre and
Thursdays at the Layca Centre in Shirley, classes at 9.30-10.45 and
10.45-12.00 each day and 1.00-2.30pm also on a Thursday at the Layca Centre
in Shirley.
Only £3.50 per family Pay & Play no need to book. The big gym with the
little prices.
Email:
info@tickety-boo.uk.com
TinyTalk Baby Signing
Baby signing classes for newborn to 2 years old take place in Shirley at The
Bridge (next to Shirley Park), Stratford Road on Thursdays from
10.15-11.15am. Come along and teach your baby to communicate before s/he
can talk! Social time for carers also included. For more details call
Rachel on 07504 192473.
Email:
rachels@tinytalk.co.uk
Tumbletots and Gymbabes (crawling
to walking)
Tumbletots are in Bentley Heath on Tues and Wed, in Shirley
Community Centre on a Thursday and in Solihull St Helens Church
on a Friday. We are an active physical play programme and cater
for children from 6 months to 5 years.
For more details call 0121 709 1879
Wendy House Nursery
Wharhall Community Centre, Wharhall Rd, Solihull.
Tel: 0121 709 1142
Windmills Pre-School Playgroup
Established in the 1970s. We are a member of the Pre-School
Learning
Alliance which is a voluntary organisation providing support
and guidance
for Pre-School groups nationwide. The group is owned
and managed by the
Dorridge Methodist Church. The day-to-day
running of the group is in the
hands of the experienced staff. We
also have a parents' group who help with
fundraising and social
events.
Email:
lynntaylor@windmillspreschool.co.uk
www.windmillspreschool.co.uk
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