Wednesdays, 3.30-5pm, from 19 April to 22 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…
Pre-booked 1:1 breastfeeding support appointments To book, or to arrange alternative telephone support, video call or home visit appointments (limited availability on a case-by-case basis), call Islington Breastfeeding Peer Support Service on 020 3316 8439 and leave a message, or email For urgent or wider health concerns…
Pre-booked 1:1 breastfeeding support appointments To book, or to arrange alternative telephone support, video call or home visit appointments (limited availability on a case-by-case basis), call Islington Breastfeeding Peer Support Service on 020 3316 8439 and leave a message, or email For urgent or wider health concerns…
Free in-person breastfeeding support group. Meet other local breastfeeding mums and share tips, feelings and any worries, with experienced breastfeeding supporters on hand for information and support. Booking not required, but places are limited due to Covid-19. For alternative support arrangements, call Islington Breastfeeding Peer Support Service on 020…
Free in-person breastfeeding support group. Meet other local breastfeeding mums and share tips, feelings and any worries, with experienced breastfeeding supporters on hand for information and support. Booking not required, but places are limited due to Covid-19. For alternative support arrangements, call Islington Breastfeeding Peer Support Service on 020…
Free in-person breastfeeding support group. Meet other local breastfeeding mums and share tips, feelings and any worries, with experienced breastfeeding supporters on hand for information and support. Booking not required, but places are limited due to Covid-19. For alternative support arrangements, call Islington Breastfeeding Peer Support Service on…
Next 7 session course Tuesdays 9.30-am to 12.30pm, 10 May to 28 June 2022
Calling all Islington dads, mums and carers! Would you like to volunteer as a Bright Start Parent Champion? As a Parent Champion, you could help other parents by speaking to them about free early learning for under 5s, signposting them to services, sharing health and…
Thursday 1.30-3pm, 6 January to 10 February, or 9 June to 7 July 2022, 6 weeks programme (must be booked)
Come along to meet other new parents and take part in topic based discussions. This group is supported by a Family Health Advisor. Booking essential - contact us to book your place! Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they…
Come along to meet other new parents and take part in topic based discussions. This group is supported by a Family Health Advisor. Booking essential - contact us to book your place! Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they…
Come and join us, we will visit various outdoor spaces including Freightliners farm) Please call to book limited spaces are available. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas. You don't have to live in a specific area to…
Meet with our breastfeeding supporters to talk through all your questions about feeding and caring for your newborn when he or she arrives. It's an interactive session that's a bit different every time, depending on what you particularly want to know, rather than a formal…
Wednesday, 27 April, 18 May, 15 June and 20 July 2022, 1.30-2.30pm
Join an accredited First Aid trainer online, to further develop your understanding of basic First Aid and how to support your child in the event of an accident. Content includes minor burns, choking and resuscitation. Booking essential
One off online workshops for parents with a baby aged 4-6 months. Get information and tips on how to start your baby on solid food and answers to any questions you may have. Booking essential - contact us to book your place!
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…
Families with children Under 1, 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 ensure they comply with government guidelines.…
Bright Start Priority Early Learning places are for children who are in need and identified as being a priority by Islington Children’s Services, Whittington Health, early education providers and other health and early help professionals. Children in these places are fully integrated with their peers…
A small specialist group for two and three year olds with Social and Communication needs and their families. Sessions focus on engaging children in a stimulating activity to promote their learning and development. Invitation only; booking essential, speak to local Bright Start support workers. Covid-19…
Join Bright Start Islington for a stay and play session for families with children aged under 1 years. No booking necessary Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply with government guidelines.
Tuesday, 2-4pm , and Fridays (soft play) 10.30-11.30am, 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…
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…
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…
Join Bright Start Islington for fun outdoors zumba session for families with children aged under 5 years, siblings up to age 8 also welcome. No booking necessary Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply with government guidelines.
Join Bright Start Islington for a summer holiday stay and play session for families with children, 0-5 years, siblings up to 8 years welcome. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID guidelines. Covid-19…
Come and join in a fun OUTDOORS 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…
Join us for Family Relaxation and Movement sessions in Elthorne Park! For Islington families with children under 5 years, siblings up to age 8 also welcome. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID…
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…
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…
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…
BTP Volunteer Police Cadets are a voluntary uniformed youth group for those aged 13-15 who are interested in making a difference to their communities. There are currently two groups - one in Birmingham and one in London (Islington) and volunteers from all backgrounds are encouraged…
The Bronze Group is a multi-agency operational group which aims to prevent and reduce young people’s involvement in gang activity, group offending and violent crime through the sharing of information, and the use of resources to work with individuals and groups. The Bronze Group membership…
Monday - Friday, 12.15-6pm; Saturday, 12-2pm. No walk-in services due to Covid restrictions, call to arrange an appointment or telephone consultation
Brook provides sexual health services and advice for young people under 25. Services include, sexual health, contraception, pregnancy testing, termination referrals, counselling. Please call for an appointment.
Rainbow Units, Brownies and Girl Guide groups take place in a range of venues in Islington. For further information please contact the Islington coordinator.
Buzzin’ is supported by Team London and Thrive LDN, and is open to young people in Hackney, Islington and Tower Hamlets. The young people will work with our resident beekeeper and other staff to develop their confidence, skills and experience of enterprise while learning how…
An online Zoom presentation on the history and architecture of the Cally Clock Tower.Explore the impressive Caledonian Park Clock Tower - from the comfort of your home. The 45m tall tower, built in the 1850s, was the centerpiece of the Metropolitan Cattle Market. In this…
Cally Pool & Gym: has a 25 metre pool and large shallow pool has a gym overlooking both pools with cardiovascular machines such as treadmills and rowers, resistance equipment including dedicated stretching areas and fitness aids such as Swiss balls offers fitness classes has a health suite offering…
Camden and Islington Young Carers Service provides support for children and young people up to 18 years living in Camden and Islington who have a caring responsibility for a family member. The service offers whole family support, alongside one-one support for young carers and works intensively with families…
Saturday, 10am to 12pm, term-time; 11am to 1pm from 15 June
Football sessions with coaches for children, 7 to 16 years, with special educational needs and disabilities, SEND. No need to book, just turn up and play!
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. ADHD support group for parents at Walter Sickert Community Centre, 1st Thursday of every month, 9.30-11.30am.
The aim of Islington Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) is to provide high-quality specialist and multi-disciplinary diagnostic assessment and treatment services for children and adolescents experiencing a range of emotional and behavioural difficulties or suffering psychiatric disorders. Islington CAMHS works closely with other…
Nursery and Reception, 8.55am to 3.15pm; Key Stage 1, 8.55am to 3.20pm; Key Stage 2, 8.55am to 3.30pm; Breakfast club 8am to 8.55am; After-school club until 6pm.
Canonbury Primary School is a mixed community school, which means that it is financed by public money and managed by the Local Authority, which also sets the admission requirements. All schools are inspected regularly by Ofsted (the Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and…
Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 3:15pm. Open 39 weeks a year.
Canonbury Primary School Nursery offers free full time sessions to 31/2 to 4 year olds from 9:00am to 3:15pm. The Nursery is open for 3 terms a year - 39 weeks. Classes are taught by teachers, with the help of classroom assistants. They deliver the…
School Term time: Monday to Friday, 3.15-6.15pm. School Holidays and Half Term: Monday to Friday, 10.30am to 1.30pm, and 2.30-5.30pm; Lunch 1.30-2.30pm.Stay and Eat 1.30pm - 2.30pm Children will need to be provided with a packed lunch; there is a charge of £5 for the lunch hour.
This May half term our opening times are Mon 30th May, Tues 31st May, Wed 1st June Thur 2nd June from 10.30am - 1.30pm and 2.30pm -5.30pm. We offer a service during our hour closure for working parents called "stay and Eat" which supports children…
Carers Trust is a major new charity for, with and about carers. We work to improve support, services and recognition for anyone living with the challenges of caring, unpaid, for a family member or friend who is ill, frail, disabled or has mental health or…
WHAT IS THIS PROGRAMME? Caring Dads supports fathers to improve their relationships with their children, develop strategies to manage their frustration and find ways to reduce parental conflict. This programme is for both resident and non-resident fathers / male carers that need support to end…
We are a small charity and the office is only staffed part-time. The best time to contact us is Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursday afternoons. Please email or leave a message on our answer machine if we are not available.
Coronavirus Update: CARIS bereavement counselling for adults 020 7281 5200 and emails can be sent to info@carisislington.org ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Usual Service: Caris Islington is a registered charity which runs two projects in Islington: a Bereavement Counselling Service for adults, children and young people, and a Cold Weather…
Monday to Friday 8am-6pm. Can start at 7:30am. Closed 8 to 26 August 2022
Super Tots. I am situated just off of Copenhagen Street which is a short walk to Kings Cross station. I provide a warm inviting space for the children and have lots of resources for them to use and explore. I also plan activities and take…
Monday to Thursday 9am-5pm. Part time and emergency care.
Claire's Childminding Services. I live in a terraced house and have been working as a childminder for 19 years. I have a playroom with a secure and safe garden. I take children on different outings each day. Typical outings include going to the library, farm,…
Rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted. Level 3 qualified. Previously employed as playgroup worker. Everyday outings to parks, libraries, groups and farms. Driver. Healthy Early Years childminder.* *Healthy Early Years childminders have been quality assured as providing a good level of support for the health and wellbeing…
Experienced childminder with a degree in Early Childhood studies. 30+ years experience. Garden. Care for children from 3 months to 8 years in a clean and cosy environment. I attend drop-ins, fun and creative activities, learning through play and music, regular trips to city farms,…
Monday to Friday 8am-6pm. Full, part time and school holiday care.
Full and part time places. 16 years' experience. Outings to parks, libraries and drop-ins. I offer a range of home activities including painting, crafts and cooking. Speaks English and French. Parking available at nearby meters.
Qualified teacher, massage therapist and baby massage instructor. Also trained to use Makaton. I have over eight years teaching experience and over 15 years experience in childcare. My specialist area is special needs and learning disabilities. Driver.