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Brent Children’s Centres Delivered by Barnardo’s

Winter ProgrammeJanuary – March 2017

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Winter Programme January – March 2017

At Brent Children’s Centres you will discover a wide range of services, help and advice to support families from pregnancy through to a child’s fifth birthday.

From baby clinics and postnatal classes to drop-ins, stay and plays, parenting classes, support with speech and language, training and support getting back to work, we aim to cater to the needs of all families with children aged 0 to 5.

This booklet is a guide to all that’s happening at your local children’s centre and across the borough of Brent.

The purple tab, ‘Central’, covers activities and services in the St Raphael’s and Church End part of Harlesden and around Wembley Central, Sudbury and Alperton.

The green tab, ‘Grange’, covers activities and services in the Kilburn, Queens Park and Willesden areas.

The blue tab, ‘Stadium’ covers activities and services in the North Wembley, Wembley Park, Kingsbury and Kenton areas.

Towards the back of the brochure you will also find information about parenting programmes, fathers’ activities, news articles and other information that we hope you will find useful.

Over the coming months, we look forward to welcoming you and your children at your local children’s centre.

Discover what’s happening at your children’s centre

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Important Information

Charges and Donations at Barnardos Children’s Centre’s (Central, Grange and Stadium)

Free Services:We work in partnership with other organisations to provide a number of fully funded services for Brent families with children 0 – 5 years such as Citizens Advice Brent appointments, Community Midwifery Services, Parenting Programmes, Speech and Language Services and Family Support etc.

Voluntary Contributions:In order to provide an even wider range of good quality activities for children and families we ask parents/carers for a small voluntary contribution towards some of the running costs such as refreshments or resources used in sessions such as Stay, Play and Learn sessions, exercise classes etc. We have a suggested minimum amount of £1 per session.

Subsidised Activities/Charges:There are some activities that we charge for; such as Baby Massage, Trips, Baby Yoga and other services where we may need to bring in outside organisations or fund additional resources to provide a service. We will always aim to keep charges affordable and subside some of the costs. If contributing towards sessions is preventing you from accessing an activity, speak to a member of staff. Our aim is to provide inclusive services.

Closure Days:Please note centres will be closed on the following dates for staff training: Thursday 16th and Friday 17th of February 2017.

Disclaimer: The information provided within this brochure may change so please contact your local children’s centre to ensure the sessions and times are still correct, especially during school holidays.

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Central ClusterHappy New Year to all our Brent Families, there is lots to look forward too. The Black History Month Story time sessions across the cluster were a great success, so have introduced regular Story time sessions and opened two Children Centre libraries. Families can use this opportunity to encourage the love of books in there children, and borrow up to 4 books at a time.

We are also really excited to announce a monthly Saturday Stay, Play and Learn session, every 3rd Saturday of the month at St Raphael’s Children’s Centre.

This is only some of the many things we have to look forward to in the Central cluster, come over to your local Children’s’ Centre join one of our sessions and have your say on our Parents Voice. Please speak to a member of the team to find out, what it’s all about and how you can be involved.

We look forward to seeing you all soon.

Alperton CC Ealing Road,Wembley, London, HA0 4PW0208 937 3860

Welcome CC 116 Chaplin Road,Wembley,London, HA0 4UZ0208 903 9541

Harmony CC 38 Bridge Road,London, NW10 9BX0208 451 4180

St Raphael’s CC The Community Centre,Rainsborough Close,St Raphael’s Estate,Wembley, NW10 0TS0208 937 3620

Barham Park Building Harrow Road,Sudbury, HA0 2HB0208 903 9541

* Cluster rule: Anyone that arrives 15 minutes or more after the start of aplay session will not be allowed entry into the session.


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Monday

Incredible babies 10 am – 12 pmExpectant parents and parents who have a child up to 5 years old, free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits, immigration and much more

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Children’s Centre Library (Drop In) 11.30 am – 4.30 pmOpportunity to visit, and borrow books

Parents and 0 – 5 yrs

Teaching assist course 1 – 3 pmTeaching assistant course for parents

parents £5

Tuesday

Stay, Play and Learn 10 – 11.30 am Parent and child themed play session

0 – 5 yrs £1 (voluntary)

Messy Play Session 12.30 – 1.30 pm A parent and child themed play session


Sensory Play for Little Explorers 2.30 – 3.30 pm Develop your child’s skills through sensory play

0 – 12 month £1 (voluntary)


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Wednesday

Time for Rhymes

9.30 – 10.30 am Fun music session led by the Speech and Language team to support children’s language development

0 – 5 yrs

Young Parents Group

1 – 3 pm Last Wednesday of the month

parents under 23 & children

Story Time 4 – 4.30 pm Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month


Thursday

Well Baby Clinic 9.30 am – 12 pm Health visitor review for parents, children and babies. Please call 0208 795 6030

parents & child appointment only

Children’s Centre Library (Drop In) 1 – 4 pm Opportunity to visit, and borrow books

Parents and 0 – 5 yrs

Friday

CAB 9.30 am – 12.30 pm Free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits and much more

parents booking required


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Welcome CC

Monday

Bumps to Babies 10 am – 12 pm Group for expectant parents, mums and carers with a babies

0 – 6 moths £1 (voluntary)

Wednesday


parents Booking required

Friday

Time for Rhymes

9.30 – 10.30 am Fun music session led by the Speech and Language team to support children’s language development

0 – 5 yrs


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Monday

Stay, Play and Learn

10 – 11.30 am Parent and child themed play session


Physical Play Session

1 – 2 pm Parents and children walking confidently 0 – 5 years or 18 months upwards


Sensory Play for Little Explorers 2.30 – 3.30 pm Develop your child’s skills through sensory play


Tuesday



Cook & Eat Session 10 am – 12 pm Cook and eat session with parents and children. Six weeks course

0 – 5 yrs booking required

Children’s Centre Library (Drop In) 12.30 – 4 pm Opportunity to visit, and borrow books

parents & 0 – 5 yrs

My Special Time 1 – 2.30 pm Monthly session. Support, information and opportunities to play with your child. First Tuesday of every month session


Wednesday closed


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Thursday

Midwife Clinic 9 am – 4.30 pm Please note: appointments for this clinic are not made through the Children’s Centre


Time for Rhymes

10 – 11.15 am Fun music session led by the Speech and Language team to support children’s language development

0 – 5 yrs

Parenting Programe

4pm A healthy living parenting programme

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Friday

Midwife Clinic 9 am – 4.30 pm Please note: appointments for this clinic are not made through the Children’s Centre


Child-minders Stay, Play and Learn 9.30 – 11 am A structured group for child-minders and their children to meet, learn and play together

child-minders only

Parents Business Network

11.30 am – 1.30 pm A group to support parents at the various stages of starting their own business, from considering their options to launch. Please call for more information

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Monday closed

Tuesday

Sewing Course

9.30 am – 11.30 pm Provided by Brent Start. Please call for more information and to book

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ESOL

12.30 – 2.30 pm Provided by Brent Start. Please call for more information and to book

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Community Library (Drop In) 10 am – 4.30 pm Registration and book loan


Wednesday

Time for Rhymes

10 – 11 am Fun music session led by the Speech and Language team to support children’s language development

0 – 5 yrs


13.30 – 3 pm Parent and child themed play session


Story Time

4 – 4.30 pm Every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month

0 – 5 yrs




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Thursday

Child-minders Stay, Play and Learn 10 am – 12 pm A structured group for child-minders and their children to meet, learn and play together

child-minders only

Bumps2Babies 1 – 2 pm Parents and children sessions six months and under

parents & 0 – 6 months £1 (vol.)

CAB 1.30 – 4.30 pm Free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits and much more


Little Explorers Adventure 2.30 – 3.30 pm An opportunity for our Little explorers to experience different aspects of play, with a 3 weekly rolling programme

0 – 5 years £1 (voluntary)



Friday

Family Focus 10 – 12.30 am Informal group for parents discussing potty training, fussy eating, behaviour management and other topics useful for parents with young children. Every 3rd Friday of the month

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Saturday


10.30 am – 12 pm Parent and child themed play session, 3rd Saturday of the month



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Tuesday

Family Focus 10 am – 2.30 pm Informal group for parents discussing potty training, fussy eating, behaviour management and other topics useful for parents with young children. Every 3rd Friday of the month

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Thursday


1.30 – 3 pm Parent and child themed play session, 3rd Saturday of the month



Grange Cluster

Three Trees CC Tiverton Road,Kensal Rise,London, NW10 3HL0208 459 4385

Wykeham CC Annesley Close,Neasden,London, NW10 0ES0208 937 5960

Hope CC 228 Walm Lane,London, NW2 3BS0208 937 6490

Granville CC Carlton Vale,Kilburn,London, NW6 5HE0208 937 6581

Treetops CC Doyle Gardens, Willesden, London, NW10 3SQ 0208 937 5960

Braintcroft Primary SchoolWarten Road,London, NW2 7LL0208 452 2413

Willesden Green Library95 High Road,Willesden,London, NW10 2SF0208 937 3400

St Mary’s and St Andrews Church216 Dollis Hill LaneLondon, NW2 6HE07949 764 986

We offer activities and support to local parents, and carers with children under five, including expectant parents who are expecting their first child. There are five Children’s Centres within the area and our team provides support, information, professional advice and fun for all the family.

Please pop into any children’s centre to find out about the upcoming events; St Patricks day, International Women’s Day, Mothering Sunday etc.

The areas that we cover: Willesden, Neasden, Kilburn, Cricklewood, Kensal Rise and Kensal Green.


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Three Trees CC

Monday

Citizen Advice 9.30 am – 12.30 pm Free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits, immigration and much more. Expectant parents and parents who have a child

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Stay and Play

10 – 11.30 am Parent and child themed play session, Starts 6th of February


Bumps to Babies 1 – 2.30 pm Group for expectant parents, mums and carers with a babies, Starts February 2017

0 – 6 months £1 (voluntary)

Tuesday

Child-minders Stay and Play 9.30 – 11.30 am A structured group for child-minders and their children to meet, learn and play together

child-minders only

Yoga for Woman 1.30 – 2.30 pm Yoga for mothers and female carers. For children under 5 years old. (crèche provided) Term time only. Starts 17th January – 28th March

0 – 5 yrs £2 booking required

Wendesday

DOR Therapy 9 am – 12 pm One to One counselling sessions. Booking only


Portage 10 am – 12 pm Stay and Play for children with additional needs. Facilitated by Brent Portage. Last Wednesday of each month



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Three Trees CC

Midwifery Postnatal Clinic 11 am – 4 pm Midwifery postnatal clinic. By appointment only. Parents and babies

babies booking required

Developing Good Bedtime Routines 10 am – 12 pm 2 hour session to explore strategies to improve children’s sleep patterns. (crèche provided)Start 25th January TBC


Making Story Sacks 12.30 – 2.30 pm Bring a child’s favourite book to life by making puppets, props and games to go with your sack (crèche provided). 22 Feb to 29 Mar

parents £5 booking requ.

Antenatal Yoga 6.30 – 7.30 pm Yoga for pregnancy

parents £3 booking required

Thursday

Music and Movement 10 – 11.30 am Have fun with your child singing, dancing and making music


Young Parents Group 1.30 – 3 pm Monthly stay and play sessions facilitated by the Family Nurse Partnership. Invitation only

0 – 5 yrs

Friday

Well Baby Clinic 9.30 – 11.30 am Under 5’s health review by appointment only. 1st and 3rd Friday of the month

child & baby


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Wykeham CC

Monday

Well Baby Clinic 9.30 am– 12.30 pm Health Visitor review for parents, children and babies. Appointments only

child & baby booking required

Stay and Play with Music

10.30 am – 12 pm Parent and child themed play session

parents £1 (voluntary)

Making Story Sacks 12.30 – 2.30 pm Bring a child’s favourite book to life by making props, puppets & games to go with it and a bag to keep them in. (crèche provided) 20 Feb – 29 Mar


Tuesday

Midwifery Antenatal Clinic Appointments only Antenatal clinic. Expectant parents



child-minders only

Cook and Eat 1 – 2.30 pm Enjoy making healthy, tasty snacks and meals. (crèche provided) 21 Feb – 29 Mar


Wednesday

BUSS 10 am – 12 pm Sensory impairment group, please contact centre before attending

parents & children


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Wykeham CC

Small Talk 10 – 11 am Speech & Language Therapist small group activity. By invitation only

parents & children

Strengthening Families Strengthening Communities 12.30 – 3.30 pm 13 week parenting programme. Suitable for parents of children 3yrs plus. (crèche provided) 18 Jan – 10 May. Term time only


Thursday

Stay Play and Learn 9.30 – 11 am Parent and child themed play session



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Job Centre Plus 10 am – 2 pm Support in finding employment

parents

Time for Rhymes

12.30 – 1.30 pm Fun music session led by the Speech and Language team to support children’s language development

0 – 5 yrs

Zumba

2 – 3 pm Dance your way to a fitter and healthier you during these weekly exercise classes. (crèche provided)


Friday

Midwifery Antenatal and Postnatal Clinic 9.30 am – 4.30 pm Antenatal clinic. Expectant parents. Appointments only



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Hope CC

Monday

Family Focus with Stay and Play New Time 10 – 11.30 am Stay and Play session with weekly topical discussions to support parents with potty training, fussy eating, behaviour management and family support. 10 weeks Starts 16th January. (crèche provided)

parents & children

Tuesday

Time for Rhymes

9.45 –10.45 am Fun music session led by the Speech and Language team to support children’s language development

0 – 5 yrs

Well Baby Clinic 1.30 – 3.45 pm Health Visitor review for parents, children and babies. 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. Appointments only


Wednesday




child-minders only

Stay and Play with Messy Play

1.30 – 3 pm Parent and child themed play session

parents & 0 – 5 yrs £1 (voluntary)


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Hope CC

Thursday

English Course

10 am – 12 pm 10 week English course for parents who want to improve their English. In partnership with Brent Start. Please call for an assessment. Crèche provided. Start Date TBC

parents course booking requ.

Friday

Stay and Play with Music and Movement 10 – 11.30 am Stay and play sessions with exploring musical instruments and songs. Have fun with your child, singing, dancing and making music

parents & 0 – 5 yrs £1 (voluntary)


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Granville CC

Monday

Keep Fit 10.30 – 11.30 am Keep fit and health awareness for women only. Female instructor. In partnership with Albahdja. (crèche provided)

women only £1 (voluntary)

Time for Rhymes

1 -– 2 pm Fun music session led by the Speech and Language team to support children’s language development


Tuesday

Citizen Advice 9.30 am – 12.30 pm Free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits, immigration and much more. Expectant parents and parents who have a child up to five years old


Midwifery Postnatal Clinic 9 am – 4 pm Midwifery postnatal clinic. By appointment only

parents

Healthy Cooking 10.30 am– 1.30 pm Enjoy making healthy, tasty snacks and meals. Women only session in partnership with Albahdja. To book please call 07411 653 366/07533 851 672

parent & child £1 (voluntary)

Well Baby Clinic 1.30 – 3.45 pm Health Visitor health review by appointment only. Call 0207 644 8144


Breastfeeding Advice 1:1 1.30 – 3 pm One to One support and advice on breastfeeding. 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month

parent & child booking required

Baby Stay and Play 1 – 2.30pm Parent and child special time with baby friendly activities



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Granville CC

Wendesday


child-minders only

English with IT Course 10 am – 12 pm Combined English and computer course with Brent Start. (crèche provided). Starts January 2017

Parents booking required

Thursday

Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 9 am –4.20 pm Antenatal clinic. Expectant parents. Appointment only.


One Voice 11 am –12 pm Sessions for children with additional needs. Facilitated in partnership with One Voice. Start date to be confirmed

0 – 5 yrs

Made of Money 1 – 3 pm A fun, relaxed, 6 week course looking at ways to save money, budgeting and much more. Start date to be confirmed


Friday

Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 9 am – 4.20 pm Antenatal clinic. Expectant parents. Appointment only



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Treetops CC Braintcroft Primary School

Wednesday

Citizen Advice 4 pm – 6 pm Free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits, immigration and much more. Expectant parents and parents who have a child up to five years old


Saturday

Fun on Saturdays - Stay, Play and Learn 10 – 11.30 am Stay, Play & Learn session for children up to five years old. Priority is given to parents who are working/studying during the week, or have weekend access. Fortnightly. Alternate Saturdays. Starts 21st January 2017


Thursday

Stay and Play 9 – 10.30 am & 2 – 3pm Stay and play run in partnership with the Braincroft Primary School. Term time only. Call to book 0208 452 2413

0 – 5 years £0.50


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Willesden Green Library

St Mary’s and St Andrews Church

Friday

Songs and Play Time 10 am – 1pm Stay and Play sessions in partnership with Willesden Green Library


Friday

Time for Rhymes

10 –11 am Stay and play run in partnership with the St. Mary’s and St Andrew’s Church. Term time only. Call Gifty for more information on 07949 764 986

0 – 5 yrs


Stadium Cluster

Church Lane CC Church Lane Fryent Primary School, Church Lane, Kingsbury, NW9 8JD0208 937 3890

Mount Stewart CC Mount Stewart Infants School, Carlisle Gardens, Kenton, HA3 0JX0208 937 5970

Preston Park CC College Road,Wembley, HA9 8RJ0208 937 5980

Wembley Primary CC East Lane, Wembley, HA97NW0208 937 5590

Willow CC Barnhill Road, Wembley, HA9 9YP0208 937 6562

Stadium Cluster Children’s Centres serves a community of just over 6000 0 – 5’s in the areas of Kingsbury and Wembley close to the iconic Wembley Stadium. We operate services from the five buildings listed below, as well as providing services at different venues in the community.

BookingWe do not book appointments at the centres for the following Health Services:

Midwifery Services at Church Lane or Mount Stewart call Northwick Park Hospital on 0208 235 4252

Baby Clinic and Developmental Checks at Church Lane, Mount Stewart and Willows call 0208 736 7115

Speech and Language Welcome Session Time for Rhyme Session on the first Tuesday of the month at the Willow Children’s Centre and the first Friday of the month at Church Lane Children’s Centre are for new parents only.

Facebook Follow us on our page Kingsbury Locality Children’s Centre and look out for information about our Stadium Cluster Facebook page that we are in the process of setting up.


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Monday

Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 12.30 – 3.30 pm Antenatal clinic. By appointment only, call 0208 235 4252 or 0208 869 2871


Family Language

10 am – 12 pm Starts 16th Jan. To book telephone 0208 937 3890


Parent & Baby Group 1.00 – 2.15 pm Parent and child special time with baby friendly activities


Tuesday

Citizen’s Advice Brent 9.30 am – 12.30 pm Free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits and much more. To book call 0208 937 3890


Well Baby Clinic 9.30 – 11.30 Appointment only. Call 0208 736 7115


Afterschool Singing & Story Time 15.30 -16.00 A fun singing and Story time session. 3rd Tues of the month



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Wednesday

Stay & Play with Messy Play & Child Development Talk 9.30 – 11.30 am A parent and child themed play session


Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 9.30 am – 3 pm Antenatal clinic. By appointment only. Call 0208 235 4252 or 0208 869 2871

parents

Thursday

DOR Therapy Therapeutic counselling by appointment


Friday

Time for Rhymes 9.30 – 10.30 am Led by Speech & Language Team; music and singing. Time for Rhymes Welcome Session takes place on 1st Friday of each month for new parents only

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Stay & Play with Story Time 10.45 – 11.45 am Parent/carer and child play session and storytime



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Monday

Magic Numbers 1.15 – 3.15 pm A fun way to gain knowledge of how children learn maths and how you can support their learning


Well Baby Clinic 1.30 – 3 pm Weekly health review for parents, children and babies Appointment only. Call 0208 736 7115


Wednesday

Rhyme Time Stay & Play 1.45 – 3 pm Fun stay & play session with rhymes


Thursday

Getting Ready 1.30 – 3 pm A weekly group for children aged 2½ and above. The group supports children to move on to nursery and school. 8 week session 19th Jan-9 March


Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 1.30 – 3 pm Antenatal clinic. By appointment only. Call 0208 235 4252 or 0208 869 2871

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Friday

Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 1.30 – 3 pm Antenatal clinic. By appointment only. Call 0208 235 4252 or 0208 869 2871

parents


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Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 9.30 am – 3 pm Antenatal clinic. By appointment only. Call 0208 937 5980


Stay & Play with Rhymes 10 – 11.30 am Until 13th Feb. Play, music and singing session


Cook & Eat 10.00 am – 12.00 pm 6 week Foodtalk cook and eat session. Learn about diet and nutrition whilst cooking fun, nutritious and healthy snacks and meals to enjoy with your child. 20th Feb-27Mar


Preston Park CC

Tuesday

Family Support Themed Workshops 9.45 – 10.45 am Discussion workshops to explore fussing eating, temper tantrums, sleep patterns, child development and much more


Small Talk 10 – 11 am Small group workshops and activities to support children’s speech and language development. By invitation only

parents

Midwifery Antenatal Clinic 9.30 am – 3 pm Antenatal clinic. By appointment only. Call 0208 937 5980



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Monday

Healthy Living Programme 9.30 – 11.30 am A health living parenting programme. Starting on the 27th of February

parents

English Literature 12 – 3 pm Level 2 English course. Continued from previous term

parents

Coffee Morning 9.30 – 10.30 am Every 2 weeks. Tea, coffee and refreshments. Make new friends and find out what is happening in the children’s centres. 24th Jan


Tuesday

English Conversation 9.30 – 11 am A fun and relaxed English conversation class to boost your confidence. 17th January

parents

Citizen’s Advice Brent 9.30 am – 12.30 pm Free legal advice regarding housing, debt, employment, benefits and much more. Expectant parents and parents who have a child up to 5 years


Afterschool Singing & Story time 3.45 – 4.30 pm A fun singing and story time session. 4th Tues of the month


Stay & Play 2 – 3 pm A parent and child play session



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Wednesday

Baby & Parent Club 9.30 – 11 am Parent and baby special time with baby friendly activities


Breastfeeding Support 11 – 11.30 am Breastfeeding peer support for parents and babies

parents

One Voice 12 – 2 pm A weekly support group for parents and carers of disabled children. Offering practical advice, support and signposting to services and facilities

parents

Thursday

Time for Rhymes 9.30 – 10.30 am Led by Speech & Language Team; music and singing. Time for Rhymes Welcome Session takes place on 1st Friday of each month for new parents only

parents

Maths Course 12 – 3 pm Maths course with functional skills. Continued from previous term

parents

Friday

Child-minders Stay & Play 9.30 – 11.30 am A structured group for registered child-minders and their children to meet learn and play together

Child-minders

Zumba 11.45 am – 12.45 pm Dance your way to a fitter and healthier you during these weekly exercise classes. Starting the 20 Jan – 31 March

parents £1 per week


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Monday

Stepping Stones Parents Programme 10 am – 12 pm A support parenting programme for parents who have a child with a disability

parents

Tuesday

Special Education Toddlers Group 9.30 – 11.30 am Support and information sessions 2nd Tues of each month run by Portage Team

parent & child

Small Talk 10 – 11 am Speech & Language Therapist Small group workshops and activities to support children’s speech and language development. By invitation only

parents

Health Visiting Team 12 – 3 pm Health and development review for 2 year olds by appointment only. Call 0208 736 7115

parents

Time for Rhymes 2 – 3 pm Led by Speech & Language Team; music and singing

parents

Wednesday

Stay & Play with Messy Play & Child Development Talks 9.30 – 11 am A parent and child play session


Thursday

Stay & Play 9.30 – 10.30 am A parent and child play session


Little Movers 10.45 – 11.45 am A parent and child play session


Friday

Child-minders Stay, Play & Learn 9.30 – 11.30 am A structured group for child-minders and their children to meet, learn and play together

child-minders & children

Winter ProgrammeWinter Programme

Friday 6th

Father’s Family Fun 6 – 8 pm Father must be present. An evening of activity at the Willesden Sports Centre

Willesden NW10 3QX

Saturday 7th

Cook and Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 8 years old

Church Lane Children Centre

Saturday 14th

Messy Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 8 years old

Three Trees Children’s Centre

Saturday 21st

Baby Massage and Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 12 months old. Booking required

Alperton Children’s Centre

January Winter Term Fathers

To book please email to [email protected] The booking must be done by the father or male carer attending

To contact us about the fathers programme either email the above address or call/text 0750 6741 480


February March

Friday 3rd


Willesden NW10 3QX

Saturday 4th

Stay and Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 8 years old

Willow Children’s Centre

Saturday 11th

Little Foxes and Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 8 years old

Wykeham Children’s Centre

Saturday 18th

Baby Yoga and Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 12 months old. Booking required

Harmony Children’s centre

Friday 3rd


Willesden NW10 3QX

Saturday 4th

Sensory Development and Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 12 month. Booking required

Preston Park Children’s Centre

Saturday 11th

Paediatric First Aid 10 – 11.30 am Booking required

Three Trees Children’s Centre

Saturday 18th

Little Foxes and Play 10 – 11.30 am Fathers only and Children up to 8 years old

Alperton Children’s Centre


There are times in the year that can bring joy as well as additional stress to families, such as Christmas, birthdays, and also the higher than normal winter bills that require extra finances. All of which can leave parents feeling anxious if they are unable to pay for the items, extra bills, presents, or an unexpected bill.

Communication is one of the key ways to cope with this pressure. However, if you do not feel that you can talk with your energy supplier, a family member or friend about your finances, then contact your local children’s centre to make an appointment to speak with a Citizen’s Advice Brent (CAB) advisor.

Citizen’s Advice Brent formally known as Brent Citizen’s Advice Bureau has advisors based within 13 Children’s Centres across Brent and provides a free service. CAB Advisors can offer professional advice and support, liaise with energy suppliers, and work with you to help find solutions. For the complete list of support and advice provided by CAB please contact your local children’s centre or on the CAB website www.brentcab.co.uk.

To make an appointment to speak with a Citizen’s Advice Brent Advisor please call your local Children’s Centre.

Financial Advice and Support


Remembering Dad – Daddy Daddy Look

There are lots of things I remember about my father but two stand out. Him standing on the side lines at one of my rugby matches (I am a New Zealander) and saying at the end, although we lost, that was a good game you should be proud of the way you played and the second was playing snooker with him in a snooker club feeling very grown up. I often watch children at our father’s sessions running up to Dad to show them something they have made or they have done and I think that may be something they will remember when they think about their dads later in life. I watch mums, having that experience regularly and think oh if only Dad was here but in our world most have to work. So at our Fathers programme we try to create more of those chances for children to remember Dad.

First Friday night of the month at Willesden Sports Centre is really family fun for all. We have a bouncy castle, (yes the Dads and some mums get on it) lots of toys, space to play football and pizza. Only condition Dad must be there.

Saturdays are less hectic and usually have a theme. Once a month we focus on the really young ones. Other times there is a class or local trip. Saturday Mornings are about fun, learning and the opportunity to meet and talk with other fathers. Some sessions you have to book, for others it is just about turning up. We also provide one off events and trips throughout the year. Watch out for the fliers. You can find our more in the timetable or email us on [email protected]. We email out regular updates so if we have your email we will let you know what is happening.


Caring for your Children’s Teeth

Brush twice a day at least two minutes each time

1. Use fluoride toothpaste.

2. Amount of tooth paste:Children under three should only use a smear of toothpaste. Children between three and six should not use more than a small pea size.

3. Spit, don’t rinse. We should only spit after brushing our teeth. This means, we should not rinse after brushing. The fluoride in the toothpaste will continue to protect the teeth for longer.

Use of mouthwash

Mouthwash should not be used straight after brushing. This should be done at other time, if you wish to use mouthwash.

Visiting the dentist

The frequency of your visit (for regular check up) is determined by the dentist. This could be as frequent as every three months or as infrequent as every two years, depending upon your oral health need.

Sugary foods and drinks

Sugary foods and drinks should only be consumed with your meals, if consumed. Higher intake of sugary foods is linked with over weight and many other diseases.

Do you know that the highest rate of hospital admission among children is because of tooth decay?

Take your child to the dentist from an early age around one year so they get used to going to the dentist.

Walk-in and Urgent Care Centres

Brent GP Access Walk-in Centre Wembley Centre for Health and Care 116 Chaplin Road, Wembley Middlesex, HA0 4UZ Open 8am – 8pm, 7 days p/w 0208 900 6020

Brent Urgent Care Centre Central Middlesex Hospital Acton Lane London, NW10 7NS Open 24 h, 7 days p/w 0333 999 2575

Cricklewood Walk-in Centre Britannia Business Centre 2 Cricklewood Lane, Barnet London, NW2 1DZ Open 8am – 7pm, 7 days p/w 03000 334335

Edgware NHS Walk-in Centre Edgware Community Hospital Burnt Oak Broadway, Edgware Middlesex, HA8 0AD Open 7am – 10m, 7 days p/w 0208 732 6459

Northwick Park Hospital Urgent Care Centre Watford Road Harrow, HA1 3UJ Open 24 h, 7 days p/w 020 8864 3232

St Mary’s Hospital Urgent Care Centr, St Mary’s Hospital Praed Street London, W2 1NY Open 24 h, 7 days p/w 0203 312 6666

St Charles NHS Urgent Care Centre, St Charles Hospital Exmoor Street London, W10 6DZ Open 8am – 9pm, 7 days p/w 0208 969 2488

NHS walk-in centres and urgent care centres (UCCs) are an alternative to accident and emergency (A&E) departments.They are centres that treat minor illnesses and injuries and you do not need an appointment. Just walk in and you will be seen by an experienced nurse or a GP.

What conditions do they treat? Minor illnesses and injuries that require urgent treatment including: Minor illnesses, cuts and grazes, minor scalds and burns, strains and sprains, bites and stings, minor broken bones, minor head injuries, ear and throat infections, minor skin infections / rashes, minor eye conditions / infections, stomach pains, suspected fractures.

On arrival you will be assessed and treated in order of the priority of your condition. The following walk-in centres and urgent care centres are located in and nearby to Brent:

Information on childcare, nursery grants and a wide range of services and activities for children 0 – 19 years living in Brent.

Brent Children and Families Information Service 0208 937 3001

Support, advice and help if you have any concerns about a child being harmed or at risk.

Brent Family Front Door0208 937 4300

Support for families with children 0-18 years old (up to 19 for young people with disabilities on a range of issues including mental health, parenting support, money, drug or alcohol worries.

Brent Family Solutions Team0208 937 2711

NHS advice and support during the first 5 years of a child’s life to promote mental and physical health, development and wellbeing.

Brent Health Visiting Service:Kingsbury Health 0208 736 7115Harlesden Health 0203 188 7399Kilburn Health 0207 644 8144Wembley Health 0208 795 6030Willesden Health 0208 438 7235

NHS antenatal and postnatal care for pregnant women booked at Northwick Park and St Marks Hospital. Maternity care is provided at various local children’s centres.

Northwick Park and St Marks Hospital Community Midwives0208 869 2871

Housing advice for tenants and those at risk of homelessness.

Shelter0808 800 4444

Some Useful Numbers


www.brent.gov.uk www.barnardos.org.uk

Barnardo’s Registered Charity Nos. 216250 and SC037605. Registered Company No. 61625. 18379az16

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