SEND Bright Start Outdoors Stay and Play Highbury Fields Bandstand - Wildlife Garden Monday 2-3.30pm 25 July to 24 August 2022 Families with Under 5s with SEN, and older siblings up to age 8 welcome to an Outdoors Stay and play. Join us to: Play Meet other parents Find about more about Bright Start activities and services Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk…
Bright Start - 0-5s, Outdoor Stay and Play, King Square Gardens Friday 10-11.30am, and Fridays 2-4pm 25 July to 31 August 2022 Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor stay and play session for families with children 0-5. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities.
Waterside Adventure Playground School Term time: Tuesday to Friday, 3.30-6.30pm. Saturday, 11.30am to 4:30pm. School Holidays and Half Term: Monday to Friday, 10.30am to 1.30pm, and 2.30-5.30pm; Lunch 1.30-2.30pm. 6-13 Years. Lead your band of adventurers through the forest, across aerial runways and swings, back to your treehouse hideaway. If you suspect danger might be on its way make a secret call to your friends in the sandpit and willow igloo below. They can alert…
HAF- Three Corners Adventure Playground Monday-Friday 10:30-13:30 14:30-17:30 6-13 Years.Three Corners has been invaded by one giant robot who’s got a sneaky trick up his sleeve. Will he defeat you or will you be assimilated and forced to join his robot force? Perhaps you can escape by climbing across a net or swinging…
HAF- King Henry's Walk Adventure Playground Monday-Friday 10:30-13:30 14:30-17:30 6-13 Years. Make sure you’ve got your binoculars and maps handy because we’re going to explore! Get ready to make an award-winning nature documentary of Islington’s very own wildlife. Why not hop on the wooden bus designed by our very own adventurers or sail the seas…
HAF- Cape Adventure Playground Monday to Friday, 10:30-13:30 14:30-17.30 6-13 Years. At Cape Adventure Playground adventurers can get creative, explore nature and play outdoors, making full use of the labyrinth of rope bridges and tree houses. Messy activities, create a theme song on a piano or design your next costume in our play building. Parents/carers…
HAF- Barnard Adventure Playground Monday-Friday 10:30-13:30 14:30-17:30 6-13 Years. Barnard Adventure Playground isn’t just home to a dragon – we’ve got jaw-dropping canyon cliff rope swings too. Come and jump from a platform across a swamp of hungry crocodiles. Let your imagination loose! Parents/carers must pre register their children with Awesome to…
PRO TOUCH SA - Whittington Park Football and Fitness Session Every Tuesday 6:00 - 7:00 pm (term-time only) Our community sports / football and fitness sessions are part of our after school programmes that cater for boys and girls aged 6 to 12. All abilities welcome. Our community sessions are the first step for a player on their footballing journey. Young people will…
Family Support Surgery at Finsbury Library Mondays, 9.30am to 12.30pm New Bright Futures drop in for parents of children 5-19We know that being a parent is not always easy and that all families need extra support at some stage as children grow up. Bright Futures is here to help! We are starting two new surgeries…
Bright Start Outdoors Stay and Play Highbury Fields Bandstand - Wildlife Garden Monday to Friday 10am to 12noon, 25 July to 24 August 2022, and Saturdays 6 and 20 August Families with Under 5s, and older siblings up to age 8 welcome to an Outdoors Stay and play. Join us to: Play Meet other parents Find about more about Bright Start activities and services Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to…
Bright Start - Forest School, Highbury Fields Bandstand Monday 10-11.30am 19 April to 22 July 2022 Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor forest school stay and play session for families with walking age children aged under 5. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID guidelines. Covid-19 information: all…
Archery Mondays and Wednesdays 5.30-7pm Archery is both an art and a skill that goes back to the days when people were hunter gatherers and our life might depend on being a good shot. Today it is an exciting Olympic sport that greatly improves focus and concentration, upper body strength…
Making Podcasts Mondays 5.30-7.30pm Join MK and a group of young people to make collaborative podcasts about themes that affect you. In these sessions you can make friends, learn how podcasts are created and get your opinions heard. You can be at the forefront of projects interviewing people or behind the…
0-5s Stay and Play at Hilldrop Monday and Wednesday, 9.45-11.15am. Term-time only. Join us for a stay and play session for families with under 5s.
Bright Start - 0-5s Stay and Play at New River Green Children's Centre Mondays & Fridays 9.30-11am, 25 - 31 August July 2022 Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
Free Swimming Lessons School at Islington Leisure Centres Summer holiday 2022 Throughout the school holidays and in partnership with Islington Council, GLL are offering a variety of free swimming lessons for children and families. Lessons will include: Adult and child lessons - five week course for under 3s Swim Lessons for 4 -13 year olds -…
Culpeper Community Garden We are open Monday to Sunday 10-6pm A green oasis in the midst of streets, estates and inner city bustle, Culpeper Community Garden is one of the most valued green public spaces in Islington. Culpeper is a beautiful public open space which is both a city park and an environmental community project.…
Dani Grant School of Dance We are currently open on Monday 4pm - 6:30pm and Thursday 4pm - 6pm during term time Welcome to Dani Grant School of Dance, a Royal Academy of Dance registered school providing classes from 2.5 years upwards, including teenagers and adults. Pupils train towards Royal Academy of Dance examinations, and regularly perform presentations, as well as school shows and workshops. We encourage…
Kiddikicks football in Clissold Park Come and join us for football, fitness, fun and fresh air in Clissold Park. Your child can experience the very best, friendliest football coaching in a safe environment with experienced coaches. For boys and girls aged 18 months - 7 years. Classes are skills based and heaps…
Under 1s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery, at Archway Children's Centre Mondays, 3-4pm, (closed Bank Holiday Mondays) 25 July to 24 August 2022 Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
In It Together - free workshops for aspiring young creatives to improve mental health and wellbeing Three schemes, running from 1st March - 1st April. Participants can join us on a Monday and Wednesday or a Tuesday and Thursday for five weeks. In It Together is a series of virtual workshops led by professional facilitators that allows young people to use their voice and what matters to them to aid their mental health and wellbeing by exploring the arts. Aimed at 16-21 year olds, the workshops will…
City Academy in-studio and online classes Connect with like-minded people and learn new skills with City Academy’s range of creative and performing arts courses. Classes at venues in Islington and other locations across central London. Dance, act, sing, draw, paint or write your way to creative expression. City Academy have been…
Baby Massage (IAIM) at Highbury Community Nursery Mondays from 11-12.15 and from 1.30-2.45 We have been running IAIM (International Association of Infant Massage) Baby Massage Courses for many years at Highbury Community Nursery. Our courses run on a Monday from 11-12.15 and from 1.30-2.45 for 5 weeks. Baby Massage is a pleasurable experience for parents and their baby…
Acting classes for all ages - Young Actors Theatre Open Monday to Friday from 10am until 10pm; Open Saturday to Sunday from 10am until 6pm YATI offers over 54 hours each week of high-quality but affordable classes in drama, singing and dance. Prices average from £7.50 per week, and we can offer bursaries. In school holidays, we offer a range of specialist workshops and also stage full-scale professional productions. We…
Extra Boost (SEND) Golden Lane Children's Centre- Monday 9.30-11am, Hornsey Road Children's Centre- Monday 10-11.30 What is Extra Boost? A specialist group activity for under 5s with additional needs and whobenefit from a quieter space where their individual needs can be met.Run by Bright Start Practitioners, each session runs for 60 - 90 minutes. Sessions will help your child to:…
Solihull Our Place Free online courses for parents and carers These free online courses for parents and carers are based on the Solihull Approach to parenting which promotes emotional health and well-being by supporting relationships. Four courses are on offer and can be completed at your own pace…
Islington Mind – Mother2Mother Carers Support Project Monday 12pm to 5pm Up to 90% of people with mental health conditions live with relatives who provide them with long-term practical and emotional support. Due to common prejudices and misunderstandings about mental health, carers are less likely to discuss caring with friends and family or go to professionals…
Adult Table Tennis Every Monday 7pm - 8.30pm Table tennis for south Islington adults. Come along and learn a new skill at this fun, sociable Table Tennis class for adults. All levels welcome. Bats provided - just turn up!
Monday Meet-up Cafe Every Monday, 6pm - 8pm Pop in for a free cuppa and a friendly chat with your neighbours. Play a board game, make friends or come alone! Drinks and snacks provided. Everyone welcome!
Youth Club and Music Studio Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday between 7-10pm Youth Club is our core programme, augmented by various fixed-term projects. It is a physical, social and cultural space for young people to feel safe and have a sense of belonging. Children and young people are encouraged to explore new opportunities, whilst being supported to…
Acting Foundation Course @ Young Actors Theatre Islington Monday to Friday, 10am to 1.30pm Young Actors Theatre Islington offers a Professional Acting Foundation Course that will enable you to develop an essential performance vocabulary through training in acting, movement and voice. YATI offers individual support for audition preparation and enjoys links with London drama schools such as: Guildhall School…
Incredible Years - Toddlers Programme The Incredible Years programme supports parents to feel less stressed and become more confident in managing their child’s behaviour. The group provides the opportunity to meet other parents and learn positive parenting strategies to help reduce negative behaviours and increase positive child behaviours. This course…
Incredible Years - Early Childhood Programme The Incredible Years programme supports parents to effectively manage their child’s behaviour as they grow and develop (and enter primary school). The group provides the opportunity to meet other parents whilst learning how to manage misbehaviour using age-appropriate positive parenting strategies. The programme will also…
The British Library See website Check out the British Library's Family Activities and Events on their website. During Covid-19 restrictions you can sign up to the British Library family email. Each email will contain various activities, from storytellings, craft fun and movement inspired by sound. Please see our first email…
Activities and Services for Fathers and Male Carers, Bright Start Islington Are you a father or male carer in Islington, looking for fun activities and services to use with your children? You are welcome to use all Bright Start Activities and Services. Find more information and a timetable on the website.
Family Learning, Online or in-person with ACL 3 FREE courses from Islington Adult and Community Learning, for Islington residents or parents with children in Islington schools. You must be 19 or over, unemployed or low-waged and receiving benefits. Level 1 Preparing to Work with Children in Schools (online) Level 1 Supporting Chidlren…
Free ESOL for Women Mondays and Wednesday 9.30am to 2.30pm Places are available on free ESOL trainning organised by the Refugee Women's Association. Book your place now. Childcare and travel expenses paid.To register you will need proof of ID, address and benefits/income status.
Harmsworth School of Dance Monday - Friday 3.45pm - 7pm We are a long established dance school teaching the Cecchetti Method of ballet at venues in Archway, Tufnell Park, Kentish Town & Muswell Hill. Ballet classes for girls and boys 3 years + One of the main aims of the school is to develop co-ordination,…
Asthma Self-Management Programme for Young People (ASMP) Whittington Health is launching a new programme to support young people aged 14-17 to develop skills to self-manage their asthma. The course aims to help young people: Learn new skills to manage their asthma as they become more independent Build confidence and help them realise…
Trampoline Park, Sobell Leisure Centre Every Day 9am-7pm The Better Extreme Trampoline Park let's you bounce, balance and burn calories while having a heap of fun. Our unique bounce arena has a mix of nine fun features, so there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Youth Club Monday, Wednesday, 6.30-8.30pm Free for all young people aged 11 to 18 We provide a safe and friendly environment to enjoy different activities, have a space to study or relax, and meet others. Activities: multi-sports, study space, IT suite (and courses), cooking, chill out space, games (pool, table football, play station, board games), arts & craft, trips…
Islington Twins and Multiples Club Monday, 10am to 12pm, term-time only. We meet every Monday morning during term-time for a stay and play so your little ones can have fun while you have a cup of tea and discuss all things multiple with other parents and carers.
Girls Group 14-19 Mondays 6-7pm A Friendly Place for discussion and activities such as, postitive relationships, self defense, healthy living, nutrition and cooking, sports and gym sessions, mental health and well being, hair and beauty and leaderships
Arts First Music Tuition Arts First run two Music Centres funded by Arts First with a grant from Arts Council England, at Canonbury Primary and St Joseph's Primary Schools. Canonbury Music Centre offers keyboards, violin and guitar instrumental tuition on Tuesday after school. Anyone attending an Islington school can apply using the application…
Somali Women, Coffee Morning Every month from 10am to 12pm; email us for dates Come and discuss issues that matter to you and your family, meet other local women and professionals from different organisations and share your ideas over a coffee.
Ladies and Mixed Netball Leagues Mondays from 6:20pm - 9pm. Tuesday - Thursday from 7pm - 9pm. We run several netball leagues in Islington at Elizabeth Garrett Anderson School, Angel and Highbury Grove School, Highbury & Islington. Playing netball is a great way to get fit, play a really fun sport and make some great friends. We run ladies and mixed leagues,…
Sing and Sign Classes Monday am and Friday pm Help your baby to communicate BEFORE speech with our award winning MUSIC programme for babies from 3 -24 months in three developmentally appropriate stages. Fun filled classes combine action songs, props and toys in musical activities designed to stimulate SPEECH and LANGUAGE development. Babies use…
Hackney Wick Boulder Project Weekdays vary (see website or the information below), weekends 10am to 7pm Hackney Wick Boulder Project (HWPB) is a brand new bouldering wall 1 minute from Hackney Wick Overground station, meaning HWBP is a great location for climbing & bouldering in London! Full details of our pricing and age restrictions can be found on the hackney wick boulder…
Under 1s Stay and Play, Ambler Children's Centre Monday 10-11.30am, 25 July, 1 August and 8 August 2022 Come and join in a fun activity with your child and pick up tips on how to support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific…
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