Monday

Citizens Advice Bureau

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.00am – 12.00 noon
Booking: Ring 0844 826 9703 for appointment

Stay, Play & Sing

A fun filled session which brings together all your children’s favorite activities. This session will encourage and support your child’s development in a safe and stimulating environment whilst also being a great opportunity for you and your child to make friends. Each week we will finish with a fun interactive half hour ‘Rhythm and Rhyme; music session. The aim of this is to encourage young children to listen to and join in with rhymes and songs, whilst exploring instruments and the sounds they make.

Where: Farriers Hall
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Dates: 2nd April – 16th July (Excl 9th April, 7th May and 4th June)
Booking: Just drop in. Speech & Language Assistant attending 21st May & 9th July

Parenting Puzzle

Where: Meryfield School
Time: 10.00 – 12.00 noon
Dates: 14th, 21st, 28th May / 11th, 18th ,25th June / 2nd & 9th July
Bookings: Crèche places need booking

Baby Massage

Baby Massage is run over 5 weeks by IAIM qualified instructors. You will learn: to massage your baby, using approved strokes and techniques and about the benefits of massage.

Where: The BECC – Community room 1
Time: 12.45pm – 2.45pm
Dates: 11th June – 9th July
Bookings: Booking required

Crèche

Crèche sessions are available for children aged 0 – 4 years whose parents/carers are attending services at the BECC Children’s Centre. It is essential that all parents/carers must remain on site while your child/children are in the crèche £ 1.00 per child per session is payable at The BECC Reception. A completed Children’s Centre registration form is required for each child prior to the session. Creche places will be confirmed 24 hours prior to your requested session. Priority will be given to children of parents attending services within the BECC.

Where: The BECC
Time: 12.45 pm - 2.45 pm
Dates: 16th April – 16th July (Excluding 7th May and 4th June)
Bookings: Bookable only for parents/carers attending bookable courses.

Worknet @ The BECC

Dates: 16th April – 16th July (Excluding 7th May and 4th June)
Time: 12.45pm – 2.45pm
Booking: 020 8236 7600

NCT Baby Café Local

The Baby Café is a network of drop-in sessions which support breastfeeding mothers. We believe that every breastfeeding mum deserves free, top quality help and support.

Where: Elstree Room @ The BECC
Time: 1.30pm – 3.00pm
Dates: All year round

Jumpstart Practical Parenting

A practical 4 week parenting programme for parents and children. Parents/carers and are encouraged to view their home as a positive learning environment for their children. Staff give parents ideas of how we can use everyday resources at home to extend their children’s learning and development whilst having fun with no expense what so ever.

Where: The BECC – Community Room
Time: 1.00pm – 2.30pm
Dates: 23rd April – 21st May (Not 7th May)
Bookings: Places need booking

About Boys Course

A four session programme for mothers with sons aged 0 – 5 years. The course provides an opportunity for mothers to learn about their sons and be able to recognise behaviours in their sons that may be a result of being a boy, why boys do what they do and what motivates them. The course aims to give mothers increased understanding, techniques and confidence to support their sons through difficulties.

Time: 12.45 pm – 2.45pm
Where: The BECC
Dates: 23rd,30th April & 14th, 21st May (Excluding 7th May)
Bookings: Crèche places need booking

Tuesday

Borehamwood Market Stall

Need some advice or support and don’t know where to go? Stop by our stall and have a chat with our friendly staff and find out more information on what the Children’s Centre has to offer you and your family.

Time: 9.00am – 12 noon
Dates: 24th April, 22nd May, 26th June
Bookings: Drop by for support advice

Stay, Play & Sing

A fun filled session which brings together all your children’s favorite activities. This session will encourage and support your child’s development in a safe and stimulating environment whilst also being a great opportunity for you and your child to make friends. Each week we will finish with a fun interactive half hour ‘Rhythm and Rhyme; music session. The aim of this is to encourage young children to listen to and join in with rhymes and songs, whilst exploring instruments and the sounds they make.

Where: Shenley Chapel
Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Dates: 3rd April – 17th July (Excl 5th June)
Bookings: Just drop in. Speech & Language Assistant attending
8th May & 3rd July.

Child Health Clinic

The Child Health Clinic is run by the local Health Visitor Team. It is an opportunity for you to receive support and advice on a wide range of family health issues.

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.30 am – 12 noon and 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm
Dates: Throughout the year
Bookings: Just drop in

Toy Library

It works as an ordinary library enabling people to hire toys and equipment for short periods of time at very reasonable costs. To find out how to become a member pick up one of our Toy Library leaflets or speak to one of the Children’s Centre staff to find out more. You can pre-order toys and even get Home delivery!

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.30am – 12 noon Twilight session 2.30 – 4.30 pm
Dates: 3rd April – 17th July (Excluding 5th June)
Bookings: Just drop in

Walking Group

Mums and dads come and join our weekly one hour power walk through Borehamwood. This group is open to anyone who wants to improve their physical and mental well being while having fun. Please wear appropriate comfortable clothing as we will be out in all weathers and sweating!! Trainers a must! Pushchairs welcome & back slings provided for children if required.

Where: The BECC
Time: 10.00 am – 11.00 am
Dates: 12th June – 17th JulyAll year round.
Bookings: Just turn up

Practical Parent Helpers Course

This course will give parents/carers background information on how to become an effective parent helper within a school setting. This course will give you up todate information on how Schools work and the role of a parent helper. An excellent opportunity to those of you who would like to get back to work within an educational setting

Where: The Venue
Time: 9.30am – 11.30am
Dates: 28th February – 27th March
Bookings: Please book places 020 8386 4038 or 020 8236 7550

Save a Life First Aid Course

Learn how to save a child or baby’s life. You will be given an opportunity to practice doing Baby & Child Recovery, Baby & Child CPR and Baby& Child Choking – plus lots of relevant and important information regarding burns, cuts, head injuries etc.

Where: The BECC
Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Dates: 1st May
Bookings: Required. 020 8386 4038

Where: Shenley village Children’s Centre
Time: 7.00pm – 9.00pm
Dates: 12th June
Bookings: Required. 020 8386 4038

Wednesday

Parenting Support

Come along and join other parents to discuss and support the development of your children. This group gives parents a chance to meet and talk about how their child is developing. A great opportunity for parents to get the chance to share information and give other parents valuable tips and strategies on how we can make parenting as enjoyable an experience as possible.

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.45am – 11.45am
Dates: 25th April – 18th July (Excl 2nd and 23rd May & 6th June)
Booking: Crèche Places Need Booking

Crèche

Crèche sessions are available for children aged 0 – 4 years whose parents/carers are attending services at the BECC Children’s Centre. It is essential that all parents/carers must remain on site while your child/children are in the crèche £ 1.00 per child per session is payable at The BECC Reception. A completed Children’s Centre registration form is required for each child prior to the session. Creche places will be confirmed 24 hours prior to your requested session. Priority will be given to children of parents attending services within the BECC.

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.45 am – 11.45 am
Dates: 18th April – 18th July (Excluding 6th June)
Bookings: 020 8386 4038

Child Health Clinic Elstree

The Child Health Clinic is run by our local Health Visitor Team. It is an opportunity for you to receive support and advice on a wide range of family health issues.

Where: Elstree Liberal Synagogue
Time: 9.30 am – 11.30am.
Dates: Throughout the year

About Boys Course

A four session programme for mothers with sons aged 0 – 5 years. The course provides an opportunity for mothers to learn about their sons and be able to recognise behaviours in their sons that may be a result of being a boy, why boys do what they do and what motivates them. The course aims to give mothers increased understanding, techniques and confidence to support their sons through difficulties.

Where: The Venue
Time: 12.45pm – 2.45pm
Dates: 13th June – 4th July
Bookings: Crèche places need booking

Baby Massage

Baby Massage is run over 5 weeks by IAIM qualified instructors. You will learn: to massage your baby, using approved strokes and techniques and about the benefits of massage.

Where: Shenley Village Children’s Centre
Time:.1.00pm – 3.00pm
Dates: 13th June – 11th July
Bookings: Booking required

Funky Monkey Movers (2–5 yrs)

A fun interactive physical session for parents and their children which will help develop the children’s co-ordination, spatial awareness and listening skills through music, movement & dance.

Where: St Michaels and All Angels Hall
Dates: 25th April – 18th July
(excluding 23rd May and 6th June)
Time: 2pm – 2.45 pm
Bookings: Just Drop In

Thursday

Top Tips for Young Parents (13 – 25 years)

This is an exciting weekly session for young parents to give them the opportunity to think about their new life, both as parents and young adults, to raise aspirations and increase confidence. Topics explored include positive relationships, budgeting skills and lifestyle issues including drugs and alcohol.

Where: St Teresa’s Church Hall
Time: 10am – 12noon
Dates: 19th April – 19th July
Bookings: Crèche places need booking 020 8386 4038

Rhythm & Rhyme

Come and join us for a fun music session. These sessions will be run by Children’s centre staff and encourage young children to listen to and join in with rhymes and songs. We will also explore musical instruments and the sounds they make.

Where: Elstree Synagogue
Time: 10.00am – 10.45am
Dates: 19th April – 19th July (Excl 7th June)

Toy Library

It works as an ordinary library enabling people to hire toys and equipment for short periods of time at very reasonable costs. To find out how to become a member pick up one of our Toy Library leaflets or speak to one of the Children’s Centre staff to find out more. You can pre-order toys and even get Home delivery!

Where: Shenley Children’s Centre
Time: 11.30am – 12.30pm
Dates: April 19th – 19th July (Excl 7th June)

Postnatal Toning

These classes are run by a qualified instructor and help mums ease back into exercise after the birth of their baby/babies. Sessions are designed to specifically target key areas and improve well being.

Where: The Venue
Time: 12.30pm – 1.45pm
Dates: 5th January - 5th April.
Bookings: Required 020 8386 4038

Crèche

Crèche sessions are available for children aged 0 – 4 years whose parents/carers are attending services at the BECC Children’s Centre. It is essential that all parents/carers must remain on site while your child/children are in the crèche £ 1.00 per child per session is payable at The BECC Reception. A completed Children’s Centre registration form is required for each child prior to the session. Creche places will be confirmed 24 hours prior to your requested session. Priority will be given to children of parents attending services within the BECC.

Where: The BECC
Time: 12.45pm – 2.45pm
Dates: 19th April – 19th July (Excluding 7th June)
Bookings: Bookable only for parents/carers attending bookable courses 020 8386 4038

Support for Parents of children with additional needs

Is your child’s behaviour a problem? Are you worried about ADHD, Autism/ Aspergers, or additionals Needs? If you would like to talk in confidence and meet other parents experiencing similar challenges, then come along to this support group. Your child does not need to have a diagnosis or statement to attend this group. We are here to help and support you and your child.

Where: The BECC
Time: 12.45pm – 2.45pm
Dates: 19th Jan, 16th Feb, 15th March

Worknet @ The BECC

Time: 12.45pm – 2.45pm
Dates:19th April – 19th July (Excl 7th June)
Bookings: 020 8236 7600

Stay, Play & Sing

A fun filled session which brings together all your children’s favorite activities. This session will encourage and support your child’s development in a safe and stimulating environment whilst also being a great opportunity for you and your child to make friends. Each week we will finish with a fun interactive half hour ‘Rhythm and Rhyme; music session. The aim of this is to encourage young children to listen to and join in with rhymes and songs, whilst exploring instruments and the sounds they make.

Where: Denbigh Lodge
Time: 1.15 pm – 2.45 pm
Dates: 19th April – 19th July
Bookings: Just drop in

Speech & Language assistant attending 19th April & 14th June

Get Active in the Garden

Parents come along and get active with your children in the garden! A great outdoor session to get your pulse raised. Structured activities will be aimed at improving fitness levels of both children and parents. This session will be particularly appealing to boys but girls are welcome to come along too.

Where: The BECC
Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Dates: 19th April – 19th July
Bookings: Drop In

Friday

Crèche

Crèche sessions are available for children aged 0 – 4 years whose parents/carers are attending services at the BECC Children’s Centre. It is essential that all parents/carers must remain on site while your child/children are in the crèche £ 1.00 per child per session is payable at The BECC Reception. A completed Children’s Centre registration form is required for each child prior to the session. Crèche places will be confirmed 24 hours prior to your requested session. Priority will be given to children of parents attending services within the BECC.

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.45am – 11.45am
Dates: 20th April – 20th July (Excluding 8th June)
Bookings: 020 8386 4038. Bookable only for parents/carers attending bookable courses.

Domestic Abuse Drop In

Supporting women and children experiencing domestic abuse living in the community. Women suffering abuse will often feel isolated and have been denied access to services. The aim of this Drop In is to give women vital information to enable them to make choices regarding their situation.

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.45am – 11.45am
Dates: 13th April, 27th, April, 11th May, 8th June, 13th July. Crèche places available

Singing and Stories

A relaxed session for children and their parents/carers. This session aims to encourage young children to listen and join in with rhymes and songs, whilst exploring instruments and the sounds they make. We will also be reading stories, this is a great session to get your child interested and excited about stories and books.

Where: St Teresa’s Church Hall
Time: 10.00 am – 10.45 am
Dates: 20th April – 20th July (Excl 8th June)
Bookings: Just drop in

Music and Movement

An energetic and fun activity for parents/carers and their children aimed at developing physical skills such as body control, balance, spatial awareness and movement. Children will be given the opportunity to climb over, crawl through and under apparatus, practice balls skills and take part in fun obstacle courses. We will also be doing different activities involving Music such as Singing and Sticky Kids which is an interactive session to help develop your child’s concentration and listening skills through music and movement.

Where: Shenley Chapel
Time: 10.00 am – 11.00 am
Dates: 20th April – 20th July (Excluding 8th June)
Bookings: Just drop in

Parenting Puzzle (3–7 yrs)

The Parenting Puzzle is a course which is run over 8 weeks. It encourages parents/carer’s to enjoy bringing up their children and how they can get the very best out of family life. It will enable parents/ carer’s to understand how our emotions can influence our actions and facilitators offer many practical ways of guiding children so they learn to handle their feelings and control their behaviour. Best suited for parents/carers of children aged 3 years and over.

Where: The BECC
Time: 9.45am – 11.45pm
Dates: 11th May – 6th July (Excl 8th June)
Bookings: 020 8386 4038. Crèche needs booking.

Bumps and Babies

An opportunity for mums to be and parents/carers of children under 18 months to meet up on a weekly basis in a safe and stimulating environment. Children’s Centre staff are available throughout the session to offer support and advice if needed. The session ends with a fun singing session and free refreshments in our Starjumps Café.

Where: The BECC – Community Room
Time: 1.30 pm – 2.45 pm
Dates: 20th April – 14th July (Excl 8th June)
Bookings: Just drop in

Weaning Drop In

Where: The BECC
Time: 2.45pm – 3.45pm
Dates: Monthly on 4th May, 1st June & 6th July (Excluding 20th July)

Saturday

Dads Club (0–5 years)

A Stay and Play session for dads. A fun filled session which brings together all your children’s favorite activities and time for dad to play with the children in a safe and stimulating environment.

Where: The BECC
Time: 10.00 – 12 noon
When: 28th April , 26th May, 30th June & 14th July
Bookings: Just drop in

Emergency First Aid

The sessions will focus on family first aid and you will learn about resuscitation and how to manage emergency situations. Led by an Experienced First Aid Trainer

Where: The BECC – Community Room
Time: 9.30 – 1.30 pm
Dates:9.30am – 1.30pm 23rd June
Bookings: 020 8386 4038