Playgroups and classes
Norwich and the surrounding areas are a fantastic place for bringing up children and there is plenty going on children.
Below is a list of all the local playgroups and drop in clinics throughout the week and also details of all the children’s activities classes available across our area. Please contact the organisers directly if you would like to find out further information or to confirm class times or costs.
If you know of any other classes or groups which are not already listed, then please contact us here. Basic listings are free. ’Featured’ listings are £10 per month. For our full advertising rates then please click here.
*Due to start again on 12th April 2021. Register interest now.*
Beebops Sensory Music and Dance classes are: 
*suitable for babies, toddlers and preschoolers
*a lively mixture of singing, dancing, playing percussion instruments, exploring props and sensory free play
*a mixture of structure and free play
*an aide to your child’s development
*a parent child interactive class
*great value for money
*lots of fun
Classes in Dereham, Lowestoft, Salhouse, Wymondham, Belton, Gorleston, Beccles, East Harling, Filby and Burston (near Diss). See our full timetable here: https://www.beebopsltd.co.uk/classes/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/beebopsltd
Email enquiries@beebopsltd.co.uk
Web: www.beebopsltd.co.uk
2021 update
Due to reopen from 29th March
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At Kixx our goal is simple:
To have a positive impact on every child at every opportunity.
We do this through an innovative programme which offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to physical activity through football.
Our programme has been carefully designed for both boys and girls between the ages of 2 and 9 years of age.
Kixx Academies
Our academies are 40 minute sessions run weekly. We do a block of 8 weeks, then a 1 week break, then another block and so on. You pay a one-off membership fee of £19.95 which covers your child’s football kit (shirt, shorts, socks) and then a direct debit of £24 per month. In effect it works out at around £6 per session. The bookings have a full money back guarantee – if after your first session you think it really isn’t for you, then you can get a full refund, plus your child keeps the football kit as a “thank you” for trying us.
Our Venues
We are adding more venues all the time. Currently we have academies at:
Loddon Jubilee Hall
NR14 6NB
Goals (Hall Road)
NR1 2GB
Framingham Earl High School
NR14 7QP
Sprowston Community Academy
NR7 8NE
For more info and bookings visit our website. To contact us, just send us a message on Facebook. We look forward to welcoming you to the Kixx family!
@KixxNorwich
01302 618080
2021 update
St Peter’s Church Hall, Newmarket Road, Norwich, NR4 6UE
We will be returning to venues on April 12th.
Add yourself to the waiting list and we will contact you as soon as we have a space.
Email norwich@babysensory.co.uk
2021 update
Opens again from 12th April : check ahead for current schedule
Independent Children’s Book store with activities through the week. 41-43, Timber Hill, Norwich NR1 3LA.
Email leanne@bookbugsanddragontales.com
01603 964022 or 07908 462149
2021 update
Libraries with events remains closed for now. Bounce and rhyme classes available online from the Norwich Millennium Library, see FB page to join in!
Taverham Library, Sandy Lane, Taverham NR8 6JR
Friday – Bounce & Rhyme
11-11.30am (term time)
Contact the library on 01603 260545 for dates and times.
2021 update
Returning on 26th April
Little Explorers is a creative crafting class which aims to inspire the imaginations of children aged 18 months to 5 years old.
Monday, Horsford Village Hall, Holt Rd, Horsford, Norwich NR10 3DN
Friday, Bob Carter Centre, 11 School Rd, Drayton, Norwich NR8 6DW
Contact Hannah Goodrum, hannahgoodrum@thecreationstation.co.uk or call 07711770293 or book via website.
Creative Crafting Classes during term time, starting from 14th April.
Monday
Little Stars at The Sprowston Diamond Centre 10.30am to 11.20am
Wednesday
Creative Stars online 4pm to 5pm
Thursday
Little Stars online from Thursday April 15thuntil May 17th then at The Playbarn, Poringland from 10.30am to 11.20am.
Friday
Little Stars at Lingwood Village Hall 11am to 11.50am
Contact: Eleanor@creativeplanet.uk 07421 234 055.
2021 update
Most toddler groups have not yet resumed, see venue for details.
Norman Centre, Bignold Road, Norwich NR3 2QZ
Friday
10am-11.30am. Term time only.
Footsteps is a great chance for parents and carers from Mile Cross to bring their preschool children for a fun time, enjoy a coffee and meet new friends, all in a safe environment.
Contact 01603 419767 for more information.
2021 update
Most Toddler groups have not yet resumed. check with venue for details.
Easton Village Hall, Marlingford Road, Easton, Norwich, NR9 5AD
Friday
9.30am-11.30am (term-time)
£1.50 per family. Fun, toys, singing and crafts.
Contact Hannah, Jo or Claire on 01603 920045 for more information.
2021 update
Classes resume tbc
Contact Lucy 07713162706
Music classes for children 0-5 years
Lyng Village Hall, Richmond Pl, Norwich
Glow-worms: 10.15-11.15am. babies to toddlers, singing, signing and sensory play.
Fireflies: 11.30-12.15pm. Mixed ages, singing, signing, imaginative musical play. £4 a session for one child + £1 per additional child.
2021 update
Gravity Trampoline Park, Riverside Entertainment Centre, Wherry Road, Norwich, NR1 1WX
Re-opening Gravity rocks on April 17th (weekends only 10am – 6pm) to individuals on their own, or in their household groups only.
The re-opening of Gravity Norwich trampoline park will follow on May 20th.
Parent and toddler sessions for ages 18months- 5years still to be confirmed.
Contact 01603 964949
2021 update
Due to reopen on 12th April
Notcutts Garden Centre, Daniels Road, Norwich , NR4 6QP
Contact 01603 250585 for more information.
2021 update
Due to reopen on 12th April.
Musical classes for little ones from newborns to 4 years old.
Contact: Valentina, 07414030169
2021 update
Check with the venue for when face to face groups begin.
All classes at Hempnall Village Hall, Bungay Rd, Norwich NR15 2NG
Tuesdays : 9.15am -11am (stay and play playgroup)
Fridays: 10.15am – 11.45am (sing and play session)
Suitable for ages 0-4 years old. Term time only.
Contact Katie on 07940436805 for more information.
2021 update
Most Toddler groups have not yet resumed. check with venue for details,
Framingham Earl methodist church (Pigot Lane, Poringland)
Fridays 10-12 during term time.
We provide soft play (every other week), lots of toys and craft activities. First session free, then it’s £3.50 per family.
Contact Kirsty on 07784029076 or find us on Facebook.
2021 update
Due to reopen from 23rd April for Cringleford venue, book online now. Other classes coming soon. Please register interest,
Creative, confidence building, imaginative & fun drama classes for children 2-7 years in Norwich area.
The Willow Centre, 1-13 Willowcroft Way, Cringleford, Norwich
Friday
Cost: £8 per class for 13 classes.
2021 update
Returns Monday 12th April for all junior gymnasts and parkourists. New gymnasts from week commencing 19th April.
Venue: Hewett School, Hall Road, Norwich, NR1 2PW, Monday, Tuesday, Friday.
Venue: Long Stratton Leisure Centre, Swan Lane, Long Stratton, Norwich, NR15 2UY. Saturday 8.15-9am Little Springers Play
Find out more about joining via the website, Spring-Gymnastics.
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2021 update
Most Toddler groups have not yet resumed. Check with venue for details.
Meadow Way Chapel, Chapel Ct, Norwich NR6 5NU
First Friday of every month, 9.30-11.30. Support group run by single parents for single parents.
Please feel free to bring along children with you and join like-minded people.
2021 update
Classes return 19th April at Eaton Park Community Centre Monday to Saturday
Mini Monkey Gym is Norwich’s favourite provider of developmental physical and sensory play classes for babies, toddlers and children up to 5 years.
Contact Penny: Info@minimonkeygym.co.uk Call 07917 872205 or book via website
2021 update
Mini Professors @ Home.
Preschool Science Classes.
Mini Professors classes are currently online, see the FB page for more details.
Or email Cambridgenorth@miniprofessors.co.uk
Tuesday St Anne’s Church Hall, Colman Road, Norwich, NR4 7HA
Friday Hayman Lodge, Oak Lane, Old Catton, NR6 7DB
Saturday (Monthly) Eaton Park Community Centre, South Park Avenue, Norwich, NR4 7AZ
2021 update
Classes ready to book
Specially designed music classes with songs and activities to help your child enjoy singing and playing instruments.
Venue: Belvedere Centre, Belvoir St (off Dereham Rd ) NR2 3AZ
Zoom class available on Monday and Tuesday mornings.
email mary.white6@ntlworld.com or visit FB site Music with Mary
2021 update
Most Toddler groups have not yet resumed. check with venue for details.
Eternity Church, 171 Earlham Green Lane, Earlham, Norwich, NR5 8RF
Friday 10am-12 noon (term time only), cost £1 per family.
Thursday (fortnightly): 9:30am-11am. £2 per family up to 2 children, 50p additional child.
Our Parent-Toddler groups run at both campuses. They are a great place to meet and chat with other parents, grandparents, carers, etc and gives your babies and toddlers an opportunity to interact and play.
Update 2021
Broadland Youth and Community Centre, Stalham Road, Hoveton, NR12 8DJ
Pre-school class for 1-3 year olds active children with a sense of adventure. We offer a fun environment to ignite children’s curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
2021 update
Most Toddler groups have not yet resumed. Check with venue for details,
Thorpe Marriott Village Hall, The Square, Thorpe Marriott, NR8 6XE
Friday
10am – 11.45am. Term time only.
Puddles is where babies & toddlers can bring their carers to play, sing & read together, get creative, make friends and grow together!
Cost: £2 per carer & child (50p for additional children over 1yrs). Age 0-5 years.
For more information contact Rachel on 07788 287388 or 01603 865599.
2021 update
Most Toddler groups have not yet resumed. Check with venue for details,
Silver Road Community Centre, Silver Rd, Norwich NR3 4TA
Friday (term-time)
10am-11.45am.
£2. Crafts & refreshments.
Contact 01603 123456 for more information.
2021 update
Check with venue for details about when groups start again.
Soul Church, 4 Mason Road, Mile Cross, Norwich, NR6 6RF
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (term-time)
10am-11.45am
2021 update
Toddler groups have not yet resumed.
Busy Bees, Delft Way, Norwich Airport, Norwich, NR6 6BB
Stay and Play for 2-5’s.
Friday
9.45am-10.45am.
Contact Vikki on 01603 788814 for more information.
2021 update
Most Toddler groups have not yet resumed. Check with venue for details.
26 Surrey Chapel, Botolph Street , Norwich, NR3 1DU
Friday
9.30am-11.30am
Come along for a fun filled morning, including lots of toys, adult refreshments, singing, craft, Bible story and plenty of healthy snacks. Fun for the kids and a social relaxing time for the parents/carers.
Contact 01603 619555 for more information.
2021 update
All stay and play sessions currently closed, please get in touch with Jayne Buckingham on admin@thehamletcharity.org.uk for reopening information.
The Hamlet Charity – Little Bees (play and stay sessions)
We prioritise providing stay and play provision for those children with additional and/or complex health needs as well as offering to those children that are typically developing – siblings are more than welcome to attend and join in too!
For more information contact The Hamlet, Johnson Place on 01603 766566
Update 2021
Classes start in venues from 12th April.
Tiny Talk South Norwich and South West Norfolk
Singing and Sensory fun whilst learning British sign language, Limited places available, book now.
Contact: kellyl@tinytalk.co.uk
2021 update
Training starts again on 29th March. New members always welcome. see FB page for further details.
Crusaders Rugby Club, Little Melton Rd, Hethersett, Norwich, NR9 3NP
Friday
For children aged 2-4 years: 9.30am for younger ones, 10.30am for children starting Reception in September.
£13 a term (6 weeks)
Contact Martin 07952524154 for more information or to book.
2021 update
This group has not yet resumed, keep an eye on the Toddler Sense FB page for further notice.
St Peter’s Church Hall, Newmarket Road, Cringleford, Norwich, NR46UE
Update 2021
Home hire sets available to hire.
Face to face sessions tbc
Station court, 4 Station Ln, Hethersett, Norwich, NR9 3AY.
2021 update
most toddler groups have not yet resumed. Check with venue for further details.
Worstead Parents, Toddler and Baby Group, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Ruin Road, Worstead
Friday morning, 10am to 12pm
Contact: Gaby Marjoram
