St Albans Children’s Centre

Forthcoming Events

Baby Massage

Little ones can join the Baby Massage course from 8 weeks old. Baby Massage is a wonderfully engaging course that can help with bonding, touch, relaxation and stimulation for babies development. The groups are purposely kept small to enjoy an informal, relaxed environment. This is a very popular course so please book early to avoid disappointment.
5 week course, 10am - 11.30am
Next course dates:
Tuesday 22nd, 29th May plus 12th, 19th and 26th June, 2012
Please call 01727 891105 to book your place.
Please note: There is a non-refundable £25 fee for the 5 week course (susidised if in receipt of benefit).

Additional Needs

Support/Drop In

Parents with children with additional needs, 5 years and under.
Access further advice and support plus information on benefits and local support groups.
1st Wednesday of the month
12-3pm
Support Drop In (116KB)

First time parent groups

The Post Natal Group is a 4 week programme being held on Tuesdays, 1.30-2.30pm. The group will be run by a Community Staff Nurse and Nursery Nurses. The group is by invitation only through your Health Visitor. The programme will cover:
Week 1 - Your new baby. Crying and sleeping.
Week 2 - Minor ailments and when to call a doctor.
Week 3 - Visiting speaker, road safety or dental care.
Week 4 - Child development. Staying safe..
Next course dates are:
3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th April, 2012
1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd May, 2012
Post Natal Group (194KB)
If you are a first time parent and have not yet received your invite to a Post Natal Group please contact the West Team of Health Visitors on 01727 891300.

Following completion of the Post Natal Group parents can take the next step by joining the New Buds Group. This group is a 3 week programme and will be an introduction to your local Children's Centre. Children's Centres offer a wide range of services, advice and support as well as a variety of courses eg Baby Massage and First Aid. The programme will cover:
Week 1 - Introduction to Sure Start, Services, What's on offer
Week 2 - Childcare options. Returning to work.
Week 3 - Wider community services. What next?
Next course dates are:
13th, 20th and 27th April, 2012
New Buds (333KB)
Invitation is part of attending the Post Natal Group.

Parenting Courses

About the Boys Course, Boys Development Programme

This is a 4 week programme for Mums with Boys aged between 2 and 5 years. The programme helps gain an understanding of your son's development and behaviour.
Week 1 - Difference between boys and girls, and boys development.
Week 2 - Discipline and boundaries.
Week 3 - Understanding why boys do what they do and what motivates them.
Week 4 - Preparing for school, emotions and communication skills.
This is also a very popular course so please book early to avoid disappointment.
4 week course, 7-9pm
Next course dates:
3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th April, 2012
Next course: Set 2012
Please call 01727 891105 to add your name to a waiting list

Let's Talk
Would you like to talk to an educational psychologist about your child? The service is free, confidential and aimed at pre-school children (but not exclusively). Please call 01727 891105 to book an appointment.
Lets Talk (129KB)

First Aid

Paediatric First Aid Course

Covering basic first aid, saving a life and life support.
2 week course, 10am -12 noon
Waiting list open
Please call 01727 891105 to book your place.
Many of our courses do get booked up so please book early to avoid disappointment.
Please note: There is a £5 non-refundable booking fee for a 2 week course (susidised if in receipt of benefit).

Exercise Group

Mums of Steel

Why not try and improve your general health and fitness ready for summer with our fully charged Mums of Steel exercise class. This group meet at Victoria Park, at the entrance nearest the Children's Centre, every Monday from 3-4pm. Please remember to wear suitable, comfortable clothing and trainers. Also, please bring with you a yoga mat or towel for floor work and something to drink after all that hard work! 8 week programme.
Next course starts May 2012.
Due to the increasing popularity of this course it is important that you book on to the course in advance. We regret that anyone not booked on to the class will not be able to take part.
Please call 01727 891105 to book your place.

Looking for a healthier relationship?

The Healthier Relationships Course

Are you abusive towards your partner? Want to stop and work towards a better future? The Healthier Relationships course may be for you.
Healthier Relationships Information (24KB)

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