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Do you want to learn to speak English? (Esol) To join an English class, contact us for more information. A teacher will check your English speaking, listening, reading and writing and then help you to find a class that fits around you. 

Book a session in our 30 station gym and enjoy a workout. We have a wide range of equipment including fixed and free weights, plus running, stepping and cycling machines. The gym is supervised by instructors who are on hand to help you with technique…

Lift youth hub has a gym, kitchen, dance classes, archery, boxing training and pod casting. We run weekly home cooking and baking classes. Spaces are available for young people to use for their own creative projects. Lift also provides information and advice for young people,…

A fun, sociable line dancing class for over 55s.  

These classes are a perfect introduction to football and are run by coaches that love working with this age group!The emphasis is very much on creating a fun environment to play football in and your Little Striker will be able to progress at their own…

Lumpy Hill has exciting structures and swings. Children grow vegetables and flowers in a fabulous garden and make artworks which they display all over the site. There is a big grassy space for ball games. Play is free here. Islington Play Association's adventure playgrounds are…

Sing! Act! Dance! Contact us to book a free trial.

Margaret McMillan offers children under five and their families a range of integrated and inclusive services, including care and education places, health services, family support and outreach, access to training opportunities and advice on tax credits. For information on activities see Bright Start Online activities  You can…

CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENT We are in the process of creating a new building and amenities for Martin Luther King Adventure Playground.

Mary’s Youth Club works with young people offering For 10 - 19-year-olds we offer an open youth club with opportunities to share, grow, learn and enjoy. Programmes run Monday to Thursday, with most activity taking place on-site and satellite sessions delivered with our partners. Young adults aged…

Glorious Backstage Arts in collaboration with [A]rt:[w]ork, seek to expand the creative experience for graduates and emerging practitioners seeking to develop, maintain and explore ways to expand their professional practice. MERGE aims to provide innovative opportunities to exhibit, network and gain work experience. A collaborative platform…

Minik Kardes @ The Factory Children's Centre provides childcare places and all the family support and health services offered by all Islington's Children's Centres. Please note: The Factory Children’s Centre has recently changed its registration number which means that the link to Ofsted at the end…

MMARAP (Mixed Martial Arts for Reform and Progression aims to better the lives of individuals in the community by using mixed martial arts to educate and empower, and help you take control of your life and build transferable skills. Our unique sessions are open to…

Pop in for a free cuppa and a friendly chat with your neighbours. Play a board game, make friends or come alone! Drinks and snacks provided. Everyone welcome!

Moreland Children's Centre is a friendly and welcoming centre based in EC1 in South Islington. The centre is part of Moreland School and has its own entrance in Gard Street.  The children's centre includes a nursery for 0 to 3 year olds, with a baby room and…

A glorious culturally conscious afternoon for the whole family featuring live music, cinema, dance, games, workshops and the best of vibes. Each month we feature a different live act with African connections, DJ sets and African cinema.  See the website for details. There are two…

New River Green Children's Centre is a council managed Children's Centre with an on site integrated early years and childcare provision offering inclusive care and education for children aged 6 months to 5 years. The Centre has 81 full-time places and is open 49 weeks a…

North Islington is a Nursery School and Children's Centre run by a governing body which includes parent representatives. Teacher qualified staff are supported by staff with childcare qualifications to offer a friendly and caring place for learning through play.Places are offered on a full or…

Following the successful running of IAIM (International Association of Infant Massage) Baby Massage Courses for many years at Highbury Community Nursery and due to the current restrictions, we have decided to begin running Online Zoom Courses for our local families.  Baby Massage is a pleasurable…

Join in with our free, fun family Zoom online story and rhyme times for children aged 0 to 4! Young children love stories and songs, and our relaxed and friendly online story and rhyme times are a great way to introduce your child to books,…

Packington Children's Centre operates from four sites. Our community and outreach services at the Packington Hub include family support and drop-in sessions; antenatal and post natal clinics; child health reviews; housing advice and information sessions. Packington Children's Centre has two nursery sites, with one in…

Paradise Park Children's Centre offers a supportive setting where friendly, experienced, qualified staff, including qualified teachers, work with children and families. In addition it offers children under 5 and their families a range of integrated and inclusive services, including care and education places, health services,…

The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts is a weekend performing arts school providing tuition for children and young people aged 4-18. Students spend three hours with us, rotating through hour-long sessions in: Comedy & Drama Musical Theatre Film & Television Our specialist modules, packed…

Pedal Power is an inclusive cycling club for teenagers and adults with a disability. Family members and support workers are also encouraged to cycle.  Many types of bikes are available.Sessions are held around Finsbury Park and Arsenal Stadium.

Come along for some pizza and learn about jobs and career options.

Platform is a unique, creative venue where young people can learn new skills and spend time with friends. The hub has a fully equipped theatre, rehearsal space, a media suite and a recording studio. Young people can access a range of advice and guidance in…

The Refugee Women's Association (RWA) aims to empower refugee women; to promote and raise awareness of the public and decision-makers about the needs and aspirations of refugee women as well as about their positive contributions to UK society and to provide a model of good…

Rose Bowl provides activities for children and young people including an after-school drop in, dance, arts, media and sport. On Tuesdays - Fridays from 3.30-6pm there is a programme for 8-12 year olds. From 6.30-8.30pm there is a programme for 13-19 year olds. including the…

Point-Virgule is a Saturday school which teaches French as a mother tongue to francophone children attending English primary schools. Point-Virgule is a charity and belongs to the FLAM (Français Langue Maternelle) network supported by the French Ministry for Foreign Affairs. Point-Virgule currently offers lessons for…

Held on the last Saturday of every month, 11-15 year olds can meet up to trampoline or skate.

Showcasing Art History is a series of 25 lectures on Tuesday evenings over three, free-standing terms (autumn, spring and summer). You are welcome to attend all three terms, a combination of any two terms or just one term. The series aims to deliver current art-historical…

Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech with our award winning MUSIC programme for babies from 3 -24 months in three developmentally appropriate stages. Fun filled classes combine action songs, props and toys in musical activities designed to stimulate SPEECH and LANGUAGE development. Babies use…

Coached badminton sessions.

Free online courses for parents and carers These free online courses for parents and carers are based on the Solihull Approach to parenting which promotes emotional health and well-being by supporting relationships. Four courses are on offer and can be completed at your own pace…

Come and discuss issues that matter to you and your family, meet other local women and professionals from different organisations and share your ideas over a coffee.

Find out about the This Girl Can Islington project, activities for women and girls in leisure centres and elsewhere. Volunteers wanted Would you like to volunteer to help with the This Girl Can Islington project? Find out what you can do and the rewards on…

Parent and toddler stay and play group in Tollington Park; lots of toys and fun things to do!

Join us on Tuesday mornings for fun stay and play sessions for parents/carers and their children aged 0-3 years old.

Free Stay and Play for under 5s. Light refreshments available

Who’d have thought Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths could be so exciting? If you’re into making, creating, designing, inventing things then our STEM Club is for you. Our trained STEM Ambassadors will get you involved in some fantastic and exciting experiments and workshops. Genius not required – just bring your imagination!

A series of storytelling and drama classes to develop children's acting, performing and creative storytelling skills.  Call or email to book your space. 

An after-school and holiday club offering arts and crafts, trips to green spaces, dance, homework clubs, food workshops, music workshops, competitions. Holiday PlayschemeMonday to Friday, 26-30 October 2020, 8.30am to 5.30pmAge range: 4 to 11 years (15 years for children with SEND)Cost: £20 per day (£15…

Islington Leisure Centres; Archway Leisure Centre, Cally Pool, Highbury Leisure Centre and Ironmonger Row Baths, offer a range of swimming lessons for children from age 3 and up to adults.  Parent and infant or baby lessons also available. From 5 day holiday courses to continuous programme lessons which run weekly…

Stay and play fun with soft play, singing and making for families with under 5s. Meet other families and take part in creative activities each week.

At Islington Tennis Centre and Gym we have 6 indoor courts for kids to play tennis throughout the whole year. Our team of LTA qualified and licensed coaches will help teach all aspects of the game in a fun and friendly environment. We teach the…

Get fit the fun way. You’ll perform a range of cardio moves, taking each at your own pace, all guided by our friendly, motivational instructors. Better for: Cardio fitness and conditioning. Suitable for beginners.

A fun, friendly way to get fit! Come and jump, dive, slide and battle it our with your friends or family members at our trampoline parks female only evening. Women and girls only. *Some male staff present

Our Pilates classes come in all shapes and sizes, but they all focus on concentration and muscle control, for a highly effective workout. Better for: Lengthening and strengthening your core. Suitable for beginners.

A form of aerobic exercise using of an elevated platform. The height can be tailored to individual needs by inserting risers under the step. Suitable for beginners.

Female only swimming session. Whether you would like to do lane swimming or Aqua Aerobics, this session allows you to take part in it all along to some music.