Parents and carers can access free stay and play sessions for children aged 0-5 at more than 20 Family Hubs across Leicestershire.
Sessions vary, but typically include free-play, arts and crafts, snacks, messy play and stories.
Run by dedicated volunteers supported by Leicestershire County Council’s Family Help Service, they provide a safe, fun and engaging space for little ones to explore, learn and develop essential life skills.
Stay and play sessions are a fantastic way for children to learn and grow while providing parents with a welcoming and supportive community.
These sessions offer creative activities that boost confidence, improve social skills, and support early years development. They also offer a great opportunity for parents to connect with others, share experiences and access valuable support.
Person:Jane Moore, director of children and families
Studies show that early play enhances cognitive skills, language development and motor skills, helping children build social awareness, problem-solving abilities and emotional resilience.
Stay and plays allow children to learn at their own pace in a relaxed and reassuring atmosphere.
More information on Leicestershire County Council's stay and play sessions, including locations and times, is available on the Family Hubs website.
Locations are:
- Thurmaston
- Loughborough
- Shelthorpe, Loughborough
- Earl Shilton
- Barwell
- Bagworth
- Melton
- Broughton Astley
- Lutterworth
- Wigston Magna
- Huncote
- Market Harborough
- Castle Donington
- Greenhill, Coalville