Everyone can book a FREE TASTER CLASS to see why it has been voted the nation’s preferred pre-school music class.
Monkey Music is passionate at introducing music to little ones right from the start. Babies enrol to absorb the magical sounds and sensory activities, whilst as they progress children learn to read music and learn all about orchestral instruments. Above all, children’s social, motor, speech and language development is supported through the multi-award winning classes that become the highlight of their week. Parents love how their child’s confidence is also boosted and everybody loves making new friends with like-minded people.
Rock ‘n’ Roll – The adventure starts with ‘Rock ‘n Roll’ classes for children from aged 3 months. Babies are very receptive to musical learning, able to remember musical sequences and detect changes in pitch, melody and rhythm. We build on those abilities while using bonding and sensory techniques to strengthen the relationship between baby and carer.
Heigh-Ho – From 12 months toddlers join ‘Heigh-Ho’ where Monkey Music tunes get parents and children dancing and catchy songs help with language development.
Jiggety-Jig – The musical journey continues for 2 & 3 year olds in ‘Jiggety-Jig’ as teachers help parents and toddlers explore rhythm and pitch. At this age children are excited to get to know one another and monkey’s playful songs and activities develop both social skills and imagination.
Ding-Dong – By age 3 or 4 our children have a foundation in rhythm, pitch, tempo and melody and in ‘Ding-Dong’ they learn to read music. The moment they make the connection between the music they hear and read is a huge milestone, similarly when they volunteer to sing solos and lead the Monkey Music band!
Monkey Music is currently running classes in Winton, Wimborne, Parkstone, Southbourne Christchurch and Poole check out the timetable here.
HE AQUATICS Babes & Pre-school Children Swim School, offers exciting and engaging swimming classes, following the STA Awards program and Aqua Sensory teaching approach.
Our classes are full of fun with exciting themes, but follow the same structure, which promotes recognition for you both to build the confidence and join in with the group activities. Our creative classes engage your child, develop their communication, coordination, movement skills, encourage exploration, creativity and self-awareness.
Benefit from joining our small swimming school and grow relationship with your own teacher! Helena is specially trained aquatic specialist and swim teacher with background in Visual and Performance Arts since 2002. She creates stimulating, fun, nurturing, calm and safe pool environment for mums and dads to share precious time with their little ones as they enter their magical bonding and create lifelong memories.
Classes are held at Hotel Collingwood with a 12 weeks term. Helena also offers group and private classes at your home pool for nervous children, water phobic children, learning disabilities children or for siblings/friends who would like to take a private class together. Everyone can book a FREE CONSULTATION and pay for a couple of TASTER CLASSES before committing the full term.
SEAHORSES 0-6 months age new baby specific program is laying a foundation to water confidence and swimming.
DOLPHINS 6 months to 1.5 years. Learn to guide your baby gently and keep close contact with safety holds.
OCTOPI 1.5 to 2.5 years age toddlers dive into interactive games with the floatation aids, vibrant toys, pool and friends.
WHALES 2.5 to 8 years age swimming journey continues as Helena helps children explore all basic swimming strokes.
Click here for the weekly HE AQUATICS Timetable.
Little Leaps Sensory & Sign was founded in 2022 to bring a fun baby sign language class to the South Coast, which incorporates learning British Sign Language and having unique and memorable sensory experiences.
There are many benefits to learning baby sign language for both parent/carer and child. Not only is it a great bonding experience, but it also allows your baby to communicate with you before they can talk. This will reduce frustrations for your baby and for you.
Research has also shown that learning baby sign language improves speech and language development. Babies can start signing back anywhere from 8 months onwards, but it is great to expose them at a younger age as they will start to understand the meanings of signs even earlier.
At Little Leaps Sensory & Sign we believe that learning baby sign language should be an enjoyable and rewarding experience for all. Each session is based on a new theme, making each week new and exciting and each course is 5-7 weeks long, depending on the term.
We can’t wait to give you and your little one a warm welcome to the Little Leaps family soon! 💜🧡
Our current Locations are:
Friday – Tesco Tower Park’s Community Room BH12 4NY
9.45am – Pre-crawling/Crawling babies
11am – Crawling/Walking babies/toddlers
Monday – The Malthouse (Brewhouse & Kitchen Function Room Southbourne) BH5 2BW
9.45am – ‘Pre-crawling/Crawling’ babies
11am – ‘Pre-crawling/Crawling’ babies
Welcome to Pop Up Play Village!
Our role play village is mobile, open plan, educational and FUN!
Children from babies to 8 years are able to play in a safe environment where they can engage, explore and immerse themselves in the world of role play. They can become doctors, chefs, builders, vets and more – our play areas are designed to inspire imaginations and allow the children to lead their own play.
We are family orientated and know that it’s as important for grown-ups to socialize as much as it is our little people, so our sessions are open plan to allow you to sit back and always be able to see your children.
We currently do sessions at these venues:
Merley Community Centre Wimborne 2nd Monday of the month
Branksome Community Centre 1st Wednesday of the month
The Centre Ferndown 2nd Tuesday of the month
Redhill Park Café Bournemouth different days throughout the month
We also Pop up at Birthdays parties, weddings and much more.
We can’t wait to see you at a session and welcome you to our village very soon.
Pelhams Community Centre
Mondays (term time)
10.15am to 11.00am 3-24 Months
11.15am to 12.00pm 2-4 Years
Sensory Play, Story & Exploration Session designed to support those with additional needs SEN. Inclusive to ALL, a fun and friendly atmosphere.
£5 Per Session – 1st Session FREE! Book via 07971 822041.
Various times, Mondays & Fridays.
Community Learning & Resource Centre, 41-44 King Street, Wimborne, BH21 1EB.
St Mary’s Longfleet Church Centre, Kingston Road, Poole, BH15 2JD.
Welcome to Amy Moody’s Baby Sensory classes for babies from Birth – 13 Months. Specifically designed from birth, to aid your child’s development, the classes are packed with an incredible variety of sounds, smells, sights, textures, music, dance, singing and more.
For further information contact Amy Moody on 07971 574565.
Carlton Hotel, East Overcliff, Grove Road, Boscombe BH1 3DN.
Mondays & Tuesdays from 3.45pm onwards.
Swimming Lessons for children aged 3+. All abilities welcome – max. 4 children per class.
Please contact 07891 859375 for more info and to book.
The Family Hubs (formerly Children’s Centres) offer a range of support to families living in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. By working alongside local communities, with other professionals and the voluntary sector, they aim to provide the right help at the right time for you and your family. They provide help from pregnancy onwards and support families with children aged 0 to 19 (or up to 25 for those with Special Edu- cational Needs and/or Disabilities).
The timetable offers a variety of activities at some of our family hubs and and we advise you to call them to register your interest or book your place:
Family Hub at Boscombe
22 Ashley Close, Boscombe, Bournemouth, BH1 4PE. T. 01202 096699
Family Hub at Kinson and West Howe
Moore Avenue, West Howe, Bournemouth BH11 8AU. T. 01202 096700
Family Hub at Poole Old Town
Green Road, Poole BH15 1QB. T. 01202 817772
Family Hub at Rossmore
Herbert Avenue, Poole BH12 4HR. T. 01202 817771
Family Hub at Somerford
Draper Road, Christchurch BH23 3AS. T. 01202 093500
Family Hub at Turlin Moor
Turlin Road, Turlin Moor, Poole BH16 5AH. T. 01202 817770
Click HERE to check out the Timetable.
Various times, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Various Locations around Wimborne.
We offer sensory and movement sessions for babies, and creative dance classes for toddlers and early years children. We deliver contemporary dance classes for all ages and adults, alongside parties and workshops for community settings.
Please contact 07759 949 478 for more information.
Various Times, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays.
Location at the Church of the Transfiguration in Canford Cliffs & The Spire, Poole.
At Hartbeeps we put your child at the heart of our magical, musical adventures. We offer original and super fun, developmental baby, toddler and pre-school classes for children aged 0-5yrs. Plus a dusting of magic
For more information contact Helen Easter via the website.
9.30am-10.15am, Mondays to Saturdays.
Various locations in Bournemouth, Poole and Wimborne.
Itsy Bitsy builds self-confidence and imagination in classes such as ballet, street dance and tap dance. Our classes are for tiny dancers as young as 18months up to 10 years of age.
Please call 07854 093606 for more information.
Merley Community Centre, BH21 1XE.
Mondays, 10-11am (Starting 17th April) with a FREE SESSION
Art based activities and Messy Play sessions for walkers up to 5 years.
£4.50 | £3 per sibling (non-walker siblings are free).
For questions or queries contact Jen 07973 742866.
Tesco Fleetsbridge Community Room, Waterloo Road, Poole, BH17 7EJ.
Brand new starting October 2022!!!
Helping families connect and understand with their babies as we experience the awesome benefits of baby signing.
Mondays 12.30 – 2pm
Tuesdays 10.30am 12pm
£7.50 per families. Tea,coffee & biscuits.
Contact 07943399851 to book a space.
Mondays – WintonYMCA, BH9 2QD.
Wednesdays – Stourvale Center, BH6 5JB.
A multi sport coaching programme for children aged 18months to 5 years. There are 1000s of sports, why choose one?
Head to Mini Multi Sports on FB for more info.
Mondays to Fridays.
Located in Bournemouth & Broadstone.
Minky Moos ‘Lights, Music and Action’ Sensory sessions allow parents to interact and build positive relationships with their babies. The sessions promote self esteem and help to builds confidence in parents. For Children aged 0-5yrs. Party entertainment also available.
For more information contact 07811 883276.
Monday St. George’s Oakdale, Bh15 3EU – 11am MwM, 11.45am JB
Thursday Canford Heath Community Centre, BH17 8UE – 9.30am JB
Friday Canford Heath Community Centre, BH17 8UE – 9.40am JB 10.20am MwM
Jolly Babies 0- 15 months & Music with Mummy (or Daddy or other special adult) 15 months to 3 + years.
Please contact Helen to book and for more information on 07751586207.
Various times, Mondays to Sundays.
Classes available in different venues in Wimborne, Ringwood, Ferndown, Corfe Mullen and Poole.
The classes comprise of pre-school football training for under 7’s as well as developing all round ball skills using a variety of sports. We also run parties & summer camps.
For further information contact David on 07885 791368.
Various Times, Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.
We have classes across Southbourne, Pokesdown and Christchurch and for Babies, Toddlers, Mixed Ages and Pre School Children.
A charming mix of Singing, Dancing, Music, Sensory and Imaginative play for babies and toddlers. £5.50 a week.
Contact 07917034170 for more information.
1pm-2pm Mondays & Wednesdays (term time only).
Monday – Pelhams Park BH10 7LQ. Wednesday – St Clements Church Hall BH15 3PH.
Each class is themed with a mixture of wet and dry activities along with a simple craft. Suitable for ages 6 months onwards. We also do Holiday Sessions & birthday parties.
Please contact Charlotte on 07549144815 for more info.
Various times, Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays.
Locations include Southbourne, Ferndown and Parkstone.
StoryBox Live brings stories to life through music and sensory play featuring live musical performances. It is a multi-sensory experience for babies and toddlers from non walkers to 5 years. Pre-booking essential.
Please contact 07742 359292 for more information.
Classes in Branksome (Everlast Gym) and Bournemouth (St. Marks School).
We offer a fun, progressive learn to swim programme for babies and children up to 16 years (plus adult sessions).
For further information contact us on 07946 164878.
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday’s, Wimborne & Ferndown.
Let your child’s creativity & imagination run wild & watch their confidence grow with Tappy Toes music and movement classes for toddlers aged 6 months to 5 years and their parents.
Energetic and fun-filled activities help promote confidence, independence, motor and social skills.
For further information contact Zoe on 07957 148960.
Moordown Community Center, 21 Coronation Ave, BH9 1TW.
Mondays 5pm & 6pm
Martial Arts for Kids!
– Focus and attention
– Effective Self Defence
– Life and social skills
– Build Confidence
(Adult Classes available too!)
Please find us on Facebook.
78 Blandford Road, Corfe Mullen BH21 3HQ.
We pride ourselves in creating a wonderful positive environment where children thrive.We pro vide classes like Little Stars (2.5-5 years) Performing Arts, Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz & Acrobatics for children aged 2.5-18yrs. We also run holiday camps.
Contact us 07951150963 on for more info.
Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays (term time only).
Classes in Colehill, Verwood & Ferndown.
Using bespoke colourful equipment, we focus on agility, balance, climbing and co-ordination, which enhances brain development and builds confidence.
We offer classes tailored to different ages:
• 6 Months – Walking
• Walking – 2 Years
• 2 – 3 Years
• 3 Years – School Age
Contact 07912 218910 for more information.
9.30am (term time only).
Monday Ferndown – St Mary’s Church, BH22 9EU.
Tuesdays Ringwood – Trinity Church, BH24 1DN
Wednesday in Verwood – Scout Hut, BH31 6PQ.
Singing and dance class for babies, non-walkers and Pre-school children.
Classes are pay as you go, £5 per family no need to book.
Contact Sue on 07752 015897 for any questions.
Mondays – Thursdays & Saturdays, various times (term time only).
Unite Stage Academy, Chapel Ln, Poole BH15 1DF.
We offer classes for children aged 3.5 years upwards in:
Musical Theatre
Singing & Acting
Modern Jazz, Tap, Ballet
Lyrical & Contemporary
Acrobatics
Gymnastics
We also provide Holiday Clubs.
Please contact 07554257903 for more info.
