In Chelmsford we are running the following from the Chelmsford West Family Hub, Dixon Ave, CM1 2AQ.
As always, all of these sessions are FREE and they are all Drop In (no booking needed)
Weekly “Say Hi Baby” play group
For 0-12 month olds
Come and join us at one of our “Say Hi Baby” play sessions with your 0-12 month old. Each week there will be a different theme, as well as a range of toys, sensory activities, music, singing and more to enjoy with your little one! Sessions run all year round.
Sessions are free of charge. No booking needed. These sessions are for Under 1’s only. Staff available for support and advice.
Every Monday 10am-11.30am – Harlequin Family Hub, Spa Road, Witham, CM8 1NA
Every Tuesday 1pm-2.30pm – Carousel Family Hub, Chapel Hill, Braintree, CM7 3QZ
Every Weds 1pm-2.30pm – Chelmsford West Family Hub, Dixon Ave, CM1 2AQ and Maldon Family Hub, Maldon Library, CM9 5FW
Every Thursday 1pm-2.30pm – Chetwoood Family Hub, Shirebourn Vale, SWF, CM3 5ZX
Every Friday 1pm-2.30pm – Silver End Family Hub, CM8 3RQ and Acorn Family Hub, Beridge Road, Halstead, CO9 1JH
Every Friday 9.45am-11.15am Dengie Family Hub, Ormiston Rivers Academy, CM0 8QB
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Weekly Say Hi Family play group
For 0-8 year olds on Fridays 10am-11.30am
Come and join us each Friday in the summer holidays for crafts, activities, outdoor play, music, singing and more! Sessions aimed at 0-8 yr olds and their parents/ carers (siblings welcome)
Location: Chelmsford West Family Hub, Dixon Avenue,CM1 2AQ
Time: 10am-11.30am
- Friday 28th July 2023 – Nature theme
- Friday 4th August 2023 – Beach theme
- Friday 11th August 2023 – Under the sea theme
Additional info: Free admission- first come, first served basis. No booking needed.
Download the information poster
Say Hi Family: Summer Fun
Come and join us each Monday in the summer holidays for crafts, activities, outdoor play, music, singing and more!
Sessions aimed at 0-8 yr olds and their parents/carers (siblings welcome)
Location: Chetwood Family Hub, Shirebourn Vale, SWF, CM3 5ZX
Time: 10am-11.30am
Monday 24th July 2023 – Nature theme
Monday 31st July 2023 – Beach theme
Monday 7th August 2023 – Under the sea theme
Monday 14th August 2023 – Nature theme
Monday 21st August 2023 – Beach theme
Additional info:
Free admission- first come, first served basis
No booking needed.
Summer: Relaxed play sessions
A fun drop in play session, aimed at those who may benefit from a calmer environment and supportive of children and young people who may experience sensory overload.
Inclusive session for those who may have a special educational need and/ or disability – no diagnosis needed.
Location: Chelmsford West Family Hub, Dixon Avenue, CM1 2AQ
Time: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Session1 10am-11am (aimed at under 5’s)
Session 2 11.30am-12.30pm (aimed at 5-19’s)
Additional Information: Free admission. No booking needed Siblings welcome Parents/ carers must stay
Time: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Session 1 – 10am-11am * (aimed at under 5’s)
Session 2 – 11.30am-12.30pm * (aimed at 5-19’s)
Families in Focus will be giving a short talk during each of these *sessions on Benefits and Education Support for children with additional needs.
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School Nurse: Teen Drop In
Are you aged 13- 19? Would you like some support about concerns around sexual health, emotional wellbeing, or physical health? Then why not come and speak to the school nurses at our Drop In for advice and support!
Location: Chelmsford Central Family Hub, Market Road, Lower Ground Floor, County Hall, CM1 1QH (opposite Chelmsford Library)
Day: Wednesdays (selected dates)
Time: 1pm-4.30pm
Dates of upcoming sessions:
- 2nd August 2023
- 30th August 2023
- 27th Sept 2023
- 25th October 2023
- 22nd November 2023
- 12th December 2023
Additional Information: No booking needed. Come alone or with a parent/carer, relative or friend. If in need of support but unable to attend a Drop In,
please call us on 0300 247 0014.
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Summer Sessions: Storytelling and craft
Come and join us for some special animal themed storytelling and craft sessions this summer. In collaboration with the Essex Library Service, we are offering families with primary aged children the opportunity to take part in some fun activities.
Location: Chelmsford West Family Hub, Dixon Avenue, CM1 2AQ
Sessions running:
- Monday 31st July 2023 – Session 1: 10am-11am – Session 2: 11.30am-12.30pm
- Monday 14th August 2023 – Session 1: 10am-11am – Session 2: 11.30am-12.30pm
What will we be doing?
- Interactive storytelling sessions with Essex Library Service.
- Range of animal themed craft activities.
- Information about the Summer Reading Challenge.
Free admission and no booking needed
Activities aimed at 4-11 year olds (siblings welcome)
Other activities available
Messy Play:
Monday 24th July 2023,
Monday 21st August 2023 and
Tuesday 29th August 2023
From 9.30am to 10.30am and 11am to 12pm
All ages welcome @ Christ Church Chelmsford – New London Road.
Arts and crafts:
Mon 7th Aug for 2-5 year olds 10am to 11am and 11.30am to 12.30pm,
Tues 8th Aug for 8-14 year olds 10am to 11.30am and
Thurs 10th Aug 10.30am-12.30pm – All ages welcome @ Christ Church Chelmsford – New London Road.
