Tuesday Baby & Preschool Groups & Classes: Wharfedale
Playgroups and Pre-School classes
Wharfedale & Craven and the surrounding areas are a fantastic place for bringing up children and there is plenty going on children.
Below is a list of all the local playgroups and drop in clinics throughout the week and also details of all the children’s activities classes available across our area. Please contact the organisers directly if you would like to find out further information or to confirm class times or costs.
If you know of any other classes or groups which are not already listed, then please contact us here. Basic listings are free. ’Featured’ listings are £10 per month. For our full advertising rates then please click here.
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Get ready for a new level of fun and learning at Kidzplay! We’re excited to host a lineup of fantastic groups and classes for your little one!
🧠 Mind-Engaging Classes: Try out our mind-engaging classes! From interactive storytelling to creative arts and crafts, our experienced instructors make learning a blast.
🎨 Creative Workshops: Nurture your child’s imagination with our creative workshops! Dive into the world of colors, textures, and self-expression, creating their own little masterpieces!
🤸♀️ Active Play Groups: Join our active play groups! Designed for little movers and shakers, these sessions keep your kids active while enjoying the fun!
0330 236 9424
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Otley classes at Clifton Village Hall, LS21 2ES
Tuesday
10-36M – 10:15am
6-12M – 11:15am
BIRTH-6M – 12:15pm
07305894544
www.littleseedlingsuk.com/
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danielle@littleseedlingsuk.com
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Moo Music Leeds run interactive, multisensory, music sessions for babies and children under 5 with their parents, grandparents or carers too. The children sing, dance, play, learn and have fun. Music is an essential part of every child’s development and each week we explore the music with sensory activities, signing, props and instruments to a new and exciting theme.
With 125+ original, upbeat, fun and educational Moo Music songs, written by a professional songwriter, we guarantee you’ll be singing along all week! The interactive sessions will help your child gain confidence and develop memory, language and coordination skills in an exciting, enjoyable and multi-sensory way. It’s a great way to make new friends – both for the children and the adults too!
Classes in: Menston, Otley, Ilkley, Yeadon, Adel, Alwoodley, Scarcroft and Oulton with more areas planned in the near future!
Age Range and classes:
Baby Moo – From Birth to Crawling (approx.)
Mixed Moo – All age group (0-5) and perfect for active toddlers to explore – even better if you have two or more, this is the ideal group for siblings.
Baby Massage – The newest addition to our line-up, Baby Massage is all about nurturing a wonderful bond with your newborn. Designed for babies not yet crawling, our qualified Farmers will show you how to massage your baby confidently so that you can continue with it at home.
Baby massage brings multiple benefits from calming a fussy baby and aiding digestion to help baby to sleep and ultimately developing a beautiful bond with your baby.
Join our baby massage class to meet other Mums and Dads and learn some extra skills that will help soothe your baby…hopefully giving you some much-needed sleep!
We effortlessly intertwin our calm Moo Music songs to create routines for you to learn and repeat in your own time. This is a unique experience for you to enjoy with your baby. Massage oil is provided.
For more information, please get in touch with ‘Farmer Caroline’ caroline@moo-music.co.uk or 07932501904
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Debbie 07734 152 696 (Otley & Ilkley) Caroline 07932 501904 (Yeadon & Menston)
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Climb aboard the Number Train as it takes your preschool child on a different journey of discovery each week. Help your child to prepare for school and enjoy watching them as they roar like a dinosaur, travel into Space, meet some pirates, go shopping in the silly supermarket, visit the zoo … and SO much more!
These fast paced, action packed sessions have a different theme each week and are designed to be FUN and educational. Watch your child grow in confidence as they take part in fun activities, games, action songs, turn-taking and art & craft – all of which have an underlying focus on maths!
Number Train is growing to meet the demand for these 5 stars classes which are perfect for preschoolers aged 2.5+ . Our recent market research shows that it is the educational focus, the teacher delivery and the wide variety which makes it different to lots of other classes out there and keeps customers coming back again and again!
Your child + Number Train = Confidence in maths
Classes will be held during term time only.
WHARFEDALE CLASSES:
Burley in Wharfedale – Tuesday, 1.15pm Queens Hall, Main Street, LS29 7BT with Cathryn
Yeadon – Friday, 9.45am, 11:15am and 1pm – Kids About Tarn, Unit 4 Cliffe Court, High St, Leeds, LS19 7YU with Cathryn
Taster sessions are available to book.
******Places are limited to 15 children per session (plus younger siblings) so get in touch to book your place now!**************
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For more information visit www.numbertrain.co.uk and like the Number Train Facebook page for regular updates/ ideas.
Number Train is rated 5 stars and 100% of parents surveyed would recommend the class to others
07852 989523
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FUN, EDUCATIONAL & AWARD-WINNING music classes.
Your little one’s confidence, creativity and coordination will flourish with our fun, quality
music sessions.
Rhythm Time Yorkshire North West was recently voted Wharfedale & Craven Mumbler’s favourite class or activity for the under 5s! Our classes will help to nurture and enhance
EVERY child’s development and innate musical ability.
At a critical time in your child’s formative years, Rhythm Time offers a wide variety of activities. These activities help brain development, balance, concentration, listening skills and language which in turn help with reading, writing, maths, coordination and socialising.
Rhythm Time also helps stimulate your child’s imagination and also develops specific musical concepts such as rhythm, pitch and listening. It’s the perfect foundation for school and future music making!
Rhythm Time’s baby classes and Young Baby Courses will help the development of your baby from birth. Our Young Baby Courses have been created specifically for very young babies from birth to 6 months. These focus on developmental and multi-sensory activities specifically designed for very young babies and their early development.
Did you know you get UNLIMITED classes as part of your booking? (Ts & Cs apply) As well as your primary class booking, you are welcome to come to as many classes as you like at any of our venues. You can join us five days a week for the ultimate Rhythm Time fix and MEGA value!
Plus, you get FREE access to our Facebook Members’ Hub to support your face-to-face classes with more weekly online classes from home!
We are founding members of the Children’s Activities Association which means that you can be confident that our classes are some of the best available for parents and carers.
Book your class at www.rhythmtime.net/find-a-class or call Laura on 07577 531359
Phone: 07577 531359 Email: laura.j@rhythmtime.org Website: www.rhythmtime.net
07577 531359
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We are located across two sites: Guiseley Primary School and Queensway Primary School.
Our Children’s Centre works in partnership with a range of organisations such as Leeds City Council, Health Professionals, Private Providers and schools in our local area. We cover Rawdon, Yeadon, Guiseley, Hawksworth and parts of Menston and Apperley Bridge.
Groups and activities are offered for parents to be and for parents/carers of children aged 0-5. Keep a lookout for the following groups/courses: Baby Massage, Understanding Your Baby, HENRY, Healthy Relationships, Parenting Courses and more!
The following groups run at our Centre (please note these are term time only) Autumn 2023:
Monday
Self-Weigh and Play- 9 am-10.30 am at Queensway Primary School
Baby Play and Self-weigh group, free to attend and has the baby weigh scales available during this session to give parents of babies the opportunity to weigh their babies, and also has a play area set out for mums and babies to relax and enjoy a couple of hours with other parents and babies of a similar age
Wednesday
Tiny Tots – 1 – 2 pm at Guiseley Primary School
Tiny Tots is is a free play session for 0-12mths old children, the room will have different activities and toys which are perfect for this age range, it will include a whole range of activities which are perfectly suited to this age range. This group is £2 a session and is open on a first come first served basis so no booking required but we do recommend getting to us on time.
Thursday
Bosom Buddies (Breastfeeding Support)- 9.30 am-11 am at Guiseley Primary School.
Little Rascals Stay and Play- 9.30 am-11 am at Queensway Primary School
Little Rascals is a free play session that is open for ages 0-5 years, each week we will set out different activities which will include some messy play, colouring, sticking and painting. This group also includes a healthy snack and water for the children halfway through, this group is £2 a session and is also open on a first come first served basis, so we recommend getting there on time to secure a place.
Friday
Read & Explorers- 10 am-11 am at Queensway Primary School
All of the groups above will be term time only, and may be subject to change
Did you know the Children’s Centre offer Family Support to families living in our area? We can support in the home, at the centre or in the community. Some families ask for support with specific issues such as housing, debt, benefits advice and lots more whilst others want to chat through worries or achievements.
If you would like our support, please do not hesitate to contact the team on: 01943 874925 extension 5/ 01943 874100 or via Facebook message.
Award-winning, sensory-rich development classes designed to support you and your baby from birth.
Monday: Menston
Tuesday: Yeadon
Wednesday: Ilkley
Saturday: Menston (0 – 13m)
Sunday: Ilkley (0 – 13m)
Call 07800 930640
Every Tuesday we’re open from 10am for Baby Shed!
We have soft play toys and free tea and coffee available. No need to book, just come down!
A warm, friendly space for families with young children!
The event will be upstairs in our carpeted Gin Parlour… now our part-time Baby Parlour. Suitable for children up to 3 years old.
The Potting Shed – Guiseley, Oxford Road, LS20 8AA Guiseley
WEEKLY CLASSES
(If you have siblings in different age groups please call to discuss.)
Tuesday
Kids Play, Shipley
Wednesday
Buttercups, Otley
- Messy Tot’s 1-4 years
Messy play allows children to explore the world around them and enhances their learning, language and creativity. Explore with paint, slime, water, mud and more.
- Crafty Tot’s 1-4 years
Our child-centred craft sessions give children the opportunity to create fun, child-friendly crafts
- Little Einsteins 1-4 years
Fun educational activities for preschool children. Explore all areas of development and learning.
- Baking Tot’s 1-4 years
Come along and make yummy treats from cupcake decorating to smiley pizzas.
Cherie’s Melody – inspiring voices AKA Turn up the Talent offers a fantastic opportunity for anyone who loves singing, performing & gaining confidence/skills. Are classes/holiday clubs are led by professional singer sisters Cherie and Melody.
Every Tuesday (during school term)
Baby (0-4yrs)- 10am – 11am
Mini’s – (4-8yrs) 3:45-4:45pm
Juniors – (8-15yrs) 5-6pm
Adults – (16+) 8-9pm
Classes are held at Guiseley Theatre
To find out more call: 07828435299
Sessions will be held at Ben Rhydding Methodist Church Hall every Tuesday at 9.30 am and every Friday at 9.30 am.
The cost of each session is £5.00 but by paying in advance for the term will work out at £4.00 per session:
Mums with a second child pay only £1.00 for the second child
The max. no. of tots in one session is 16.
Bernie 01943 430499
* Remember – this is a fun session as well as an educational session. Come and enjoy yourself !
At Little Sparks, our sessions are designed to keep your busy one on the move – after all movement is a direct link to brain development and essential for your little one!
Every single week is different and incorporates things such as dancing, singing and music, instruments, bubbles, lights, textures, messy play, stories, parachutes, balloons, puppets and so much more!
Classes are available from birth right up to school age, please check the timetable to see the most appropriate class for you.
Designed to support you through your early parenting journey. Suitable from birth to crawling. Learn a life-long parenting skill that nurtures a loving, healthy and secure bond with your baby.
Incorporating techniques from Indian massage, Swedish massage, Reflexology and Yoga.
5-week course | Tuesdays 1 – 2.30 pm: Starts 14 Nov 2023
£60 | Book online
The Well House Rawdon, 1 Harrogate Road, Rawdon
Exclusively for little ones aged 0 – 3 years and costs just £8.95 for one toddler and one adult.
Includes:
- 3 hours of Ninja fun – access to our multiple-level soft play area
- Breakfast for the Mini Ninja (porridge, croissant or a fresh fruit pot.
- Tea or coffee for the parent or guardian
Weekday mornings from 9am – 12pm (term times)
Ramshead Approach, Seacroft, Leeds LS14 1NH
For Otley, Bramhope, Pool families, who have children of school aged, a new support group to receive informal support, advice & guidance, starting Tuesday 12th September.
Every Tuesday 9.30 – 11 am (Term Time)
Tea & Coffee availabe.
The Core, Orchard Street, LS21 3NX
Contact Lisa on 07510 079959
Otley Library & Tourist Information Centre, Nelson St, Otley LS21 1EZ, UK
Tuesday 10:30 – 11:00
Free event for under 5’s – a fun session of sharing stories and more in a relaxed friendly atmosphere. A great opportunity to meet other parents and carers.
Phonics with Robot Reg are educational, high energy classes that teach early phonics skills to children aged 1-4 years. A fantastic way to introduce children, and their adults, to the wonderful world of early literacy through the use of games, dance, music and bubbles!
Mondays: St Mary’s Parish Centre, Burley in Wharfedale (the garden room)
Pre-school (ages 2.5-4): 1.15-2.00
Tuesdays: Kids About Tarn, Yeadon
Pre-school (age 2.5-4): 9.45-10.30
Minis (age 1-2.5): 10.45-11.30
Fridays: Baildon Community Link
Minis (age 1-2.5): 9.45-10.30
Pre-school (age 2.5-4): 10.45-11.30
Contact Amanda 07527726946
Tuesdays, 9.30am Rhyme Time, Story and Craft
Burley Library
Grange Road
Burley-in-Wharfedale
Ilkley
LS29 7HD
Phone : 01943 863714
Grange Park, Burley-in-Wharfedale
Outdoor Adventures: Mondays & Thursdays 10am
Library story & rhyme times: Tuesdays 9.30am
Expect the usual Story Bees formula of quality stories paired with a range of creative activity ideas!
Call Maddie on 07920013954 to book.
Thursdays, 10.30am Rhyme Time
Thursdays, 3.45am Storytime and Crafts*
Telephone: 01943 876539
Menston Library
Storytime for the under 5’s!
Tuesday 10.30-11 am term time.
Guiseley Library.
This is a weekly session aimed at children 0 – 5 years old. Join us for a fun session filled with toys, floats and upbeat music
Tuesday’s 9.30 am – 10.30 am
£3.50 per adult (includes toddler)
10.00-11.30 Term time.
£2 annual membership fee and £2 per session payable in advance each half term.
Guiseley Methodist Church.
MUST BOOK sara.kirk@gmail.com
A friendly group to make new friends and have fun together! With lots of toys, craft activities, snacks and songs. Come and play!
For tinies, tots and toddlers with parents/carers. Starting with tea and toast (cold drinks for children), playtime and craft and ending with a Bible story and singing.
Tuesdays 9.30-11.15am during term time at Beech Hill Church, 20-24 Westgate, Otley.
For more info call 01943 468876
9.30-11.30 Term Time.
£1.50 for adult and child [includes tea, coffee, juice and biscuits] 50p for every other child over 1 year [babies come free!]
Trinity Church, Rawdon
A warm welcome is extended to parents & carers with pre-school children. There are toys and activities for babies and toddlers with a short singing time at the end of the session.
Tuneful Tuesdays (Term Time Only) from 1.45 pm onwards.
Storytime/Rhymetime/Crafts on a different theme each week – for under 5s – from 1.45 pm onwards
Burley In Wharfedale Library.
01943 863714