0-5s Family Relaxation and Movement, Paradise Park Children's Centre Thursday 10-11am, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024 term time only Come and join in a fun, interactive activity with your child and pick up tips on how songs and movement in time to music can support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas.…
0-5s Jumping Beans Stay and Play at Willow Children's Centre Friday, 1.30-2.15pm, 25 August 2023. 1 September only at Archway Children's Centre. 6 September to 26 July 2024 Come and join in a fun, interactive activity with your child and pick up tips on how songs and movement in time to music can support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas.…
0-5s SEND Stay and Play, at Palace for All Tuesday and Wednesday 1-2:30 pm, Thursday 1-2:30pm; term-time Palace for All is a place for children of all abilities, their parents, carers and their families. You and your children can play in a safe, supportive environment. Meet other parents to share experiences and knowledge. PALACE - Play and Learn and Creative Education -…
0-5s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery, at New River Green Children's Centre Monday 9.30-11am, 6 September 2022 to 26 July 2024 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…
0-5s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery, Conewood Street Children's Centre Tuesday, 2-3.30pm, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024 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…
9F (Islington) Squadron Air Training Corps Tuesday and Thursday evenings 7-9.30pm 9F (Islington) Squadron Air Training Corps Founded in 1938, we are the local branch of the RAF Air Cadets, and Islington's premier uniformed youth organisation for nearly 80 Years!
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…
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…
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.
Adult Community Learning, ACL Monday to Saturday Islington Adult Community Learning works in partnership with the voluntary and community sector to provide a network of neighbourhood learning centres across the borough. We offer a range of free courses for Islington residents who would like to improve their skills and life chances. Our…
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!
Afrobeats Dance Mondays 6-8pm These vibrant classes are designed by Patience from the amazing GOP Dancers. You will learn the fundamentals whilst grooving and having fun; improve your stamina and work on your creativity and expand your knowledge and dance vocabulary. We work towards performing at end of term…
Ambler Children's Centre and Extended School Children's Centres Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm. Ambler Children's Centre is set in the grounds of Ambler Primary School at the northern end of Blackstock Road, near Finsbury Park. Access to Ambler Children's Centre is via its own entrance on Romilly Road, at the rear of the property. The Children's Centre provides…
Angel Shed Theatre Company Children’s Theatre 1 (ages 5-7): Mondays 4.00-5.00pm Children’s Theatre 2 (ages 7-10): Mondays 5.30-7.00pm Youth Theatre 1 (ages 10-13): Thursdays 5.30-7.00pm Youth Theatre 2 (ages 13-19): Thursdays 7.30-9.00pm Dance Company (ages 12-19): Mondays 7.30-8.30pm Music Collective (ages 12-19): Mondays 7.30-8.30pm Volunteer practitioners (ages 16+): Mondays and Thursdays, various times Angel Shed is an inclusive theatre company that has been delivering high-quality workshops and productions with children and young people in Islington for the past sixteen years. Parent/carer of Angel Shed member: “I have watched my daughter develop from a very shy child, lacking confidence,…
Archery Wednesdays term time 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…
Archway Children's Centre Children's Centres Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm Archway Children’s Centre achieved Outstanding in the recent OFSTED inspection: ‘Staff have high expectations for children's learning and provide a very well-planned curriculum. Staff prioritise the happiness and well-being of all the children in all areas of their development by listening carefully to children's thoughts…
Archway Library - adult chess club Every Monday, 6-7.30pm Time to get tactical! Join our weekly chess club and test your skills. Open to adults of all abilities.
Archway Library - children's chess club Every Saturday, 11am - 12pm Join our weekly chess club and improve your skills. Open to children of all abilities.
Archway Walkers Second Sunday of the month We are a friendly group of walkers which meets on the second Sunday of every month. We have a programme of walks led by members usually between 3 and 5 miles with a stop for lunch. The walks are both within the borough and further…
Arts and Crafts Club at St Luke's Community Centre Tuesdays 4-5.30pm starts 4 May 2021 St Luke's afterschool clubs are back.
Ask FIS - Free online session First Thursday of the month: 5 October, 2 November, 7 December 2023, 1.30-2.30pm Are you a new parent? Do you have any questions about childcare? Are you looking for activities for your child? Do you want to find out more about the services available in Islington? Come and join us to hear about the Family Information Service and ask any questions.…
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…
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…
Barnard Adventure Playground School Term time: Tuesday to Friday, 3.30-6.30pm. Saturday, 11.30am to 4pm. School Holidays and Half Term: Monday to Friday, 10.30am to 1.30pm, and 2.30-5.30pm; Lunch 1.30-2.30pm. Planned closures on 5-9 September 25-29 December 2023. Parents/carers must pre register their children with Awesome to attend one of the playgrounds they manage (Register Now). 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…
Bemerton Children's Centre Children's Centres Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm. Bemerton Children's Centre is one of the nurseries directly managed by the council offering integrated care and education. Bemerton Children’s Centre is located on the Bemerton Estate close to the Caledonian Road and the Barnsbury area. Services available include early learning and childcare, parenting advice,…
Bikeability - Children's Holiday Cycle Training and Fun Ride See website We have a programme of free Bikeability courses for children in the school holidays. We have a programme of free Bikeability courses for children over the summer holidays (31 July- 3 August, 14-17 August and 28-31 August 2023). There is a choice of venues in N4 and N1.…
Breastfeeding Support Group, Bemerton Children's Centre Tuesday 1.30-3pm 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024 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…
Bright Start - 0-5's Stay and Play at Bemerton Children's Centre Tuesday 1:30-3pm, 3rd Saturday of the month 10am to 12 noon (1st Saturday of the month fathers and male carers only session), 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start - 0-5s Song and Movement at Betty Brunker Community Centre Thursday, 10-11am, 6 September 23 to 26 July 2024 Come and join in a fun, interactive activity with your child and pick up tips on how songs and movement in time to music can support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas.…
Bright Start - 0-5s Stay and Play at New River Green Children's Centre Fridays 9.30-11am, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. Runs during Summer holiday 2023 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…
Bright Start - 0-5s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery at Andover Community Centre Wednesday, 10am to 12pm, 22 July 2023 to 26 July 2024 Join Bright Start Islington for a stay and play session with Famly Support Surgery, for families with children, 0-5 years. No booking required, just drop in, but places may be limited.
Bright Start - 0-5s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery at Golden Lane Children's Centre Monday 1.30-3pm 6 September 20232 to 26 July 2024 (also Thursday Twilight Stay and Play only 3.40-5pm). No sessions during the Christmas holiday. 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…
Bright Start - 0-5s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery at Minik Kardes at the Factory Children's Centre Monday 3-4.30pm , term time only. 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024 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…
Bright Start - 0-5s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery at Moreland Children's Centre Monday, 9.30-11am 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024 (also Wednesdays Stay and Play only 9.30-11am. No sessions during the Christmas holiday. 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…
Bright Start - 0-5s Stay and Play, at Herongate House 19/9/2023: Closed due to building works. 19/9/23 Currently closed due to building works. 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…
Bright Start - 0-5s, Family Fitness at King Square Community Centre Tuesday 11am to 12 noon, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. Come along and join a variety of fitness activities for you and your whole family Get moving and have fun through movement, music and exercise with easy-to-follow steps suitable for all fitness levels. Sessions are facilitated by a fully qualified pre and postnatal trainer• Meet…
Bright Start - 0-5s, Outdoor Stay and Play, King Square Gardens Friday 10-11.30am, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday 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.
Bright Start - Forest School at Caledonian Park (booking required) Friday, 10-11:30am starts 15 September 2023 A 6 week programme for Islington families with children aged 1 to 5 years. Children will develop forest school skills outdoors in a local park. Delivered by trained Forest School professionals Call or email to book your place
Bright Start - Little Feet Physio Drop in Session See above and check with setting Is your child under 5? Do you have any issues with their hips or legs? Come and see a physiotherapist at any of our Little Feet Physio drop in sessions for screening and advice. No need to book. Please confirm with the Children's Centre or…
Bright Start - Under 1's Stay and Play at Bemerton Children's Centre Monday 1.30-3pm, Wednesday 9.30-11am, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. 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…
Bright Start - Under 1's Stay and Play, Family Hub Central at New River Green Children's Centre Tuesday 1.30-3pm, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday 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…
Bright Start - Under 1s Stay and Play at Conewood Street Children's Centre Tuesday, 10-11.30am, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024 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…
Bright Start - Under 1s Stay and Play at Minik Kardes at the Factory Children's Centre Thursday 1.30-3pm, 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday. 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…
Bright Start 0-5s Music and Movement Stay and Play at Willow Children's Centre Friday, 10.30-11.15am and 11.30am- 12.15pm. 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024 Come and join in a fun, interactive activity with your child and pick up tips on how songs and movement in time to music can support your child’s learning and development. These sessions are for Islington residents, living in any of the Bright Start areas.…
Bright Start 0-5s Outdoor Stay and Play at Sunnyside Gardens Tuesday, 10.30-11.30am. 6 September to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday. 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…
Bright Start 0-5s Saturday Stay and Play at Bemerton Children's Centre Saturday (2 per month only), 10am to 12 noon, 1st Saturday of the month (Dad's and Male carers, 3rd Saturday of the month (all family). 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday. 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…
Bright Start 0-5s Saturday Stay and Play at Willow Children's Centre 10am to 12noon. Fathers Stay & Play: 2nd Saturday of the month, Family Stay and Play 4th Saturday of the month 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday 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…
Bright Start 0-5s Stay and Play at Hornsey Road Children's Centre Thursday, 2-3.30pm. 6 September to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start 0-5s Stay and Play at Willow Children's Centre Wednesdays, 10-11.30am. 6 September 2023 to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start 0-5s Stay and Play with Family Support Surgery, Archway Children's Centre Monday, 10-11.30 am, 6 September to 26 July 2024. No sessions during the Christmas holiday 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…