The Bike Project Comedy Fundraiser 28th June, 7:30-10:30pm Grab your mates for a fun evening of stand-up comedy in support of refugees and asylum seekers! The Bike Project will be hosting their annual fundraiser - Jokes and Spokes - at Union Chapel in Islington, London. Our line-up includes James Acaster, Tiff Stevenson, Josh…
Bikeability - Children's Holiday Cycle Training and Fun Ride Monday 13 to Friday 17 February 2023 We have a programme of free Bikeability courses for children in the February half term holidays from Monday 13 February to Friday 17 February We have a choice of venues in N4 and N1: Beginners (age 5-12) – for children who can’t yet ride without stabilisers Bikeability Level 1…
Bikeability and Cycle Skills Team The team offers a range of Bikeability cycle training courses for children, young people, families and adults. We also coordinate local, community cycle rides.
Bright Start 0-5s, Family Support Surgery, Archway Children's Centre Monday, 9-11.30 am, 5 September to 21 July 2023. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. Family Support Workers help with a range of family issues and signpost to other services such as housing and iWork. To book a Family Support Surgery appointment contact Bright Start North.
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, 5 September to 21 July 2023. 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 Outdoor Stay and Play, Barnard Park Thursday 10 to 11am, term time only Join Bright Start Islington for an outdoor stay and play session for families with children, 0-5 years. No booking is needed for indoor or outdoor activities. However numbers may be limited in line with current COVID guidelines. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been…
Bright Start - 0-5s Song and Movement at Betty Brunker Community Centre Thursday, 10-11am, 5 September to 21 July 2023. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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 (with Family Support Surgery) at Andover Community Centre Wednesday, 10am to 11.30pm, 5 September to 21 July 2023. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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 at Golden Lane Children's Centre Monday 1.30-3pm, Thursday 3.30-5pm, 5 September to 21 July 2023. 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 Minik Kardes at the Factory Children's Centre Monday 3-4.30pm , term time only 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 New River Green Children's Centre Fridays 9.30-11am, 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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 at Ambler Children's Centre Wednesday 10-11.30am, 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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 at Moreland Children's Centre Monday, 9.30-11am 5 September to 21 July 2023 (also Wednesdays 9.30-11am 0-5sStay and Play only starts January 2023. 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 Herongate House Tuesday 10-11.30am, 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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, Outdoor Stay and Play, King Square Gardens Friday 10-11.30am starts 11 November 2022. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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 (by invitation) at Caledonian Park Friday, 10:00-11:30 Spring Term 2023 A 6 week programme where 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 - Forest School (by invitation) at Highbury Fields Bandstand - Wildlife Garden Tuesday, 10:00-11:30 Spring Term 2023 A 6 week programme where 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 - SEND Forest School (by invitation) at Barnsbury Wood Wednesday 10-11.30am, Spring Term 2023 A Bright Start Islington outdoor forest school stay and play session for families with walking age children aged 1 to 5 years, with SEND. Call or email to book your place
Bright Start - Starting Solid Foods Workshop at Willow Children's Centre Thursday 23 February, 23 March, 27 April, 25 May, 22 June, 27 July, 24 August, 28 September, 26 October, 23 November and 21 December 2023 12.45-2.15pm One off workshop 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! Covid-19 information: all Bright…
Bright Start - Under 1's Stay and Play at Bemerton Children's Centre Monday 1.30-3pm, Wednesday 9.30-11am, 5 September to 21 July 2023. 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 - Under 1's Stay and Play at New River Green Children's Centre Tuesday 1.30-3pm, 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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 - Under 1s Stay and Play at Conewood Street Children's Centre Tuesday, 10-11.30am, 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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 - Under 1s Stay and Play at Minik Kardes at the Factory Children's Centre Thursday 1.30-3pm , 5 September to 21 July 2023. 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 - Zumba for parent and child at Betty Brunker Community Center Thursday, 1.30-2.30pm, 5 September to 21 July 2023. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. This fun and energetic Zumba class is great for burning calories as well as having fun! It’s suitable for both parents and children so the whole family can join in with the session. We will learn lots of different dances to a variety of songs…
Bright Start 0-5s Music and Movement Stay and Play at Willow Children's Centre Friday, 10-10.45am and 11-11.45am. 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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. Meet at entrance by zebra crossing. 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 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). 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 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. 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 Hornsey Road Children's Centre Thursday, 2-3.30pm. 5 September to 21 July 2023. 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. 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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, Archway Children's Centre Monday 10-11.30am. 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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 Twilight Stay and Play at Conewood Children's Centre Wednesday, 3.30-5pm 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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 Twilight Stay and Play at North Islington Nursery School and Children's Centre Tuesday, 3.30-5pm, 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. 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 Chatterpillars (by invitation) Spring Term 2023 This session supports children’s language development and is by invitation only for children 18 months – 3 years. If interested discuss with a support worker.
Bright Start Family Support Service Telephone service on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am to 12 noon. If you have a question, or need some information, advice or guidance you can speak to one of our Family Engagement Workers. Telephone service Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9am-12noon Tel: 020 7527 8376 If lines are busy please leave a message and we will get…
Bright Start Family Support Surgery, Bemerton Children's Centre Friday, 9.30am to 12 noon term-time only Family Support Workers help with a range of family issues and signpost to other services such as housing and iWork. No booking required, just drop in, but places may be limited. Covid-19 information: all Bright Start activities have been risk assessed to ensure they comply…
Bright Start In Person - Sensory Adventures (by invitation) at Archway Children's Centre Thursday, 9:00-11:45 Spring Term 2023 A small specialist group Group for children awaiting a SCT Assessment, ages 2-5, referral required. Sessions focus on engaging children in a stimulating activity to promote their learning and development. Invitation only booking essential!
Bright Start In Person - Sensory Adventures (by invitation) at Bemerton Children's Centre Friday, 1.1:00-12:00 Spring Term 2023 A small specialist group Group for children awaiting a SCT Assessment, ages 2-5, referral required. Sessions focus on engaging children in a stimulating activity to promote their learning and development. Invitation only booking essential!
Bright Start In Person - Sensory Adventures (by invitation) at New River Green Wednesday, 1.30-2.30pm Spring Term 2023 A small specialist group Group for children awaiting a SCT Assessment, ages 2-5, referral required. Sessions focus on engaging children in a stimulating activity to promote their learning and development. Invitation only booking essential!
Bright Start In Person – Starting Solid Food Workshop at Moreland Children's Centre Tuesday 2-3pm: Third Tuesday of the month, 2023 One off workshop 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. Runs every 3rd Tuesday of the month. Call or email to book. Covid-19…
Bright Start Islington - Breastfeeding Support Clinic Archway Tuesdays, 12.30-3pm. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start Islington - Breastfeeding Support Clinic New River Green Wednesdays, 12.45-2.45pm. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start Islington - Breastfeeding Support Group Ambler Fridays 1-2.30pm, 5 September 2022 to 21 July 2023. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start Islington - Breastfeeding Support Group Hungerford Thursdays, 1.30-3pm. No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start Islington - Breastfeeding Support Group Moreland Thursdays, 9.30-11am (drop in). No sessions during the Christmas holiday, 22 December 2022 to 3 January 2023. 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…
Bright Start Islington Parent Champion Training Course at Minik Kardes @ The Factory Children's Centre Next course, 12 May to 7 July 2023, Fridays 9.30am to 12.30pm 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…
Bright Start Online - Antenatal Q&A Various dates 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…
Bright Start Online - Starting Solid Food Workshop Tuesday 9 May, Monday 10 July 2023 11am to 12.30pm 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 your local Bright Start Team to book your…
Bright Start Under 1s Stay and Play at Hornsey Road Children's Centre Tuesday, 1.30-3pm , and Fridays (soft play) 10.30-11.30am, 5 September to 21 July 2023. 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…