A free, friendly stay-and-play group for local parents/carers and their babies and toddlers. We have plenty of toys and a big space to crawl or run around! Term-time on Thursdays at 10-11.30am.
Ambler Children's Centre, Friday 9.30-11am and Minik Kardes @ The Factory Friday 1.30-3pm
This session supports children’s language development and is by invitation only for children 18 months – 3 years. If interested discuss with a support worker.
A 5 week course for parents with a baby aged 6 weeks to 6 months. Learn how to use simple strokes to calm and relax your baby. Booking essential - contact us to book your place! Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk…
Wednesday and Thursday, 9.30am to 12.30pm term time
The Childminders' and Parents' group is an ideal place to relax and meet new friends; exchange ideas and tips on local amenities, while the children play in a safe, stimulating and friendly environment with a wide range of toys and equipment. There is also an outside…
One off online workshops for parents with a baby aged 4-6 months. Get information and tips on how to start your baby on solid food and answers to any questions you may have. Booking essential - contact us to book your place!
A small specialist group for two and three year olds with Social and Communication needs and their families. Sessions focus on engaging children in a stimulating activity to promote their learning and development. Invitation only; booking essential, speak to local Bright Start support workers. Covid-19…
Wednesday, 27 April, 18 May, 15 June and 20 July 2022, 1.30-2.30pm
Join an accredited First Aid trainer online, to further develop your understanding of basic First Aid and how to support your child in the event of an accident. Content includes minor burns, choking and resuscitation. Booking essential
The hopes and challenges of raising a child in changing times. Join us to discuss how to take care of yourself and your child and manage uncertainty during the transition towards a “new normal”. A free NHS online workshop, run by Growing Together, open to…
Speech and Language Workshop Wednesday 25 May 2022 1.30-3pm
Early Communication workshop (for under 1s). An overview of early language development and tips to support your young child's language and play. For parents/carer of children aged 12 months and under. Email or call to book
Friday 22 April, 17 June and 15 July 2022 1.30-3pm
Join an accredited First Aid trainer to further develop your understanding of basic First Aid and how to support your child in the event of an accident. Content includes minor burns, choking and resuscitation. Learn how to deal with common accidents and emergencies. Booking essential…
One off workshop for parents with a baby aged 4-6 months. Get information and tips on how to start your baby on solid food and answers to any questions you may have. Booking essential - contact us to book your place! Covid-19 information: all Bright…
Come and join in a fun activity with your child. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific area to attend. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However…
Mondays, 1.30-3pm, (closed Bank Holiday Mondays) 19 April to 22 July 2022
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Tuesday, 10-11.30am, (6 weeks course) from 22 February 2022
A 4 week course for parents with a baby aged 6 weeks to 6 months. Learn how to use simple strokes to calm and relax your baby. Booking essential - contact us to book your place! Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk…
Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor stay and play session for families with children 0-5. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID guidelines. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk…
Tuesday, 10.30-11.30am starting November 2021. Meet at entrance by zebra crossing
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Thursday 10-11.30am, 19 April to 22 July 2022 (6 week programme)
Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor forest school stay and play session for families with walking age children aged 1 to 5 years. Call or email to book your place Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply…
Thursday, 2-3.30pm. until 14 April, then 19 April to 22 July 2022
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Thursday, 3-4.30pm. until 14 April , then 19 April to 22 July 2022
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Join an accredited First Aid trainer to further develop your understanding of basic First Aid and how to support your child in the event of an accident. Content includes minor burns, choking and resuscitation. Learn how to deal with common accidents and emergencies. Booking essential…
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Monday 9.30am to 12 noon, 19 April to 22 July 2022
Family Support Workers help with a range of family issues and signpost to other services such as housing and iWork. No booking required, just drop in, but places may be limited. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply…
Early Communication workshop (for under 1s). An overview of early language development and tips to support your young child's language and play. For parents/carer of children aged 12 months and under. Email or call to book
Monday, Tuesday 1.30-3pm, Thursday 3.40-5pm, Saturday Family Stay and Play 10am-12noon, 23 April, 21 May, 18 June and 16 July 2022, Saturday Fathers & male carers only 7 May and 2 July 2022
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Monday 1.30-3pm, Wednesday 9.30-11am, 19 April to 22 July 2022
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
One off workshop for parents with a baby aged 4-6 months. Get information and tips on how to start your baby on solid food and answers to any questions you may have. Call or email to book. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been…
Wednesday 9 February, 23 March, 4 May, 15 June 2022 12.30-2.30pm Archway Children’s Centre Wednesday, 12 January, 23 February, 6 April, 18 May and 29 June 2022 12.30- 2.30pm Bemerton Children's Centre Monday 24 January, 7 March, 25 April and 6 June 2022 9.30- 11.30am New River Green Children's Centre
Is your child under 5? Do you have any issues with their hips or legs? Come and see a physiotherapist at any of our Little Feet Physio drop in sessions for screening and advice. No need to book. Please confirm with the Children's Centre as…
Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor stay and play session for families with children, 0-5 years. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID guidelines. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been…
Come and join in a fun, interactive activity with your child and pick up tips on how songs and movement in time to music can support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas.…
This fun and energetic Zumba class is great for burning calories as well as having fun! It’s suitable for both parents and children so the whole family can join in with the session. We will learn lots of different dances to a variety of songs…
Family Support Workers help with a range of family issues and signpost to other services such as housing and iWork. No booking required, just drop in, but places may be limited. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply…
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor stay and play session for families with children 0-5. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID guidelines. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk…
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
A 4 week course for parents with a baby aged 6 weeks to 6 months. Learn how to use simple strokes to calm and relax your baby. Booking essential - contact us to book your place! Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk…
Wednesday, 10-11.30am, starts 18 May until 22 July 2022
Join Bright Start Islington for a stay and play session with Famly Support Surgery, for families with children, 0-5 years. No booking required, just drop in, but places may be limited. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply…
First Thursday of the month: 3 March, 7 April, 5 May, Monday 6 June, 7 July, 4 August, 1 September, 6 October, 3 November, 1 December 2022, 1.30-2.30pm
Do you have questions about how to find childcare? Come and join us to hear about the Family Information Service and ask any questions. A free informal online session. Contact to book your place. All sessions take place on ZOOM you will be sent a…
Thursday and Friday 10-11.30am 19 April to 22 July, 2022
Join us to: Play Meet other parents Find about more about Bright Start activities and services Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply with government guidelines.
Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor forest school stay and play session for families with walking age children aged under 5. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID guidelines. Covid-19 information: all…
A drop in health clinic run by River Place Health Visiting Team. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific area to attend. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor…
Golden Lane Children's Centre- Monday 9.30-11am, Hornsey Road Children's Centre- Monday 10-11.30
What is Extra Boost? A specialist group activity for under 5s with additional needs and whobenefit from a quieter space where their individual needs can be met.Run by Bright Start Practitioners, each session runs for 60 - 90 minutes. Sessions will help your child to:…
Wednesdays, 10-11.30am. 21 February to 14 April, then 19 April to 22 July 2022
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Join us to find out how mindfulness could help bring some calm to family life. A free NHS workshop for parents with children aged 1 to 5 years. Facilitated by Dr Emma Kingdom and Sairah Khanom. This session will take place on ZOOM, book on…
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Special Time: Bright Start Online workshop for parents and carers of children aged between 18 months and 3.5 years. Run by the Speech and Language Therapy Team. Play and interaction is essential for language development. This 2 part workshop will share key strategies you can…
10am to 12noon. Fathers Stay & Play: Saturday 15 January, 12 February, 12 March, 14 May, 11 June and 9 July 2022. All Family Stay & Play: 29 January, 26 February, 26 March & 28 May2022
Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Telephone service on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am to 12 noon.
If you have a question, need some information, advice or guidance you can speak to one of our Family Engagement Workers on the phone. Telephone service Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am-12noont: 020 7527 8376If lines are busy please leave a message and we will get…
Every Monday, Monday 28 February - Monday 28 March 2022, 4.00 – 6.00pm
5-week healthy cooking and lifestyle programme for you and your children to get active and learn to cook, eat and enjoy healthy meals together. Monday 28 February to 28 March 2022, 4.00 – 6.00pm Is your child between 5 and 11 years old? Is your child…