Services, Courses & Sessions
First Words Together
This is a great introduction to reading and talking with your child. Each sessions involves activities surrounding a key book which you can then take home and keep. These sessions are funding by the National Literacy Trust. These sessions are bookable by contacting the venue directly.
Available at: Hamstead Library, Tanhouse Centre, Hamstead Road, Great Barr, B43 5EL
and 8 more locations
Families with toddlers
Breastfeeding Network Support (in person)
Breastfeeding can be a lonely experience B.E.A.R.S drop-in groups are held in a safe and comfortable environment for support with starting and continuing breastfeeding. The breastfeeding team will offer evidence-based information, tailored breastfeeding support, and friendly face and listening ear. It’s a great way to meet other local breastfeeding families too. For more information or to book use the contact details below: 07505 775357 sandwell@breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk
Available at: Ferndale Primary School, Eastwood Road Entrance, B43 5RS
and one more location
New parents
Wellies in the Woods
An outdoor session involving exploration of nature and the outdoors. Outdoor themed activities and a healthy dose of fresh air.
Available at: Wednesbury Family Hub, WS10 0JG
Families with toddlers Families with primary school children
Play, Talk, Read
Play Talk Read Sessions are interactive sessions for parents and their children under the age of 4 led by staff and volunteers in our libraries. You can enjoy stories and fun activities together to enjoy watching your little one learn and grow. Sessions have been developed by qualified early childhood professionals to promote their child's language, literacy, and social-emotional development through play. You can also join the library, borrow books and take part with the Sandy Bear scheme, collecting stickers each time you visit to earn your very own Sandy Bear teddy and certificate.
Available at: Galton Valley Centre, Great Arthur Street, Smethwick, B66 1DH
and 18 more locations
Families with toddlers
Sandy Bear Story Time
Sandy Bear Story Time Sessions are interactive story sessions for families with children under the age of 5. The sessions are led by a member of staff or volunteer who will read stories, sing songs, and play games to encourage early literacy and language development. These sessions also provide an opportunity for parents and carers to connect with other families. You can also join the library, borrow books and take part with the Sandy Bear scheme, collecting stickers each time you visit to earn your very own Sandy Bear teddy and certificate.
Available at: Blackheath Library, B65 0EA
and 8 more locations
Families with toddlers
Bump and Beyond
Are you pregnant or a new mom or dad? Are you interested in giving your baby the best start in life? This online friendly and informal session is delivered by one of our Early Years Specialist teachers and aims to: Raise your awareness of why talking to your child from bump onwards is very important Increase your knowledge of speech language and communication norms / development Provide ideas of how to support language development at home with everyday interactions. We'll post out to you a Making Talking Fun handbook, which will give you even more ideas on how you support your baby's early language skills. Click find out more to see the next available online workshops
Available online
Expectant parents New parents
Splash and Chat
6 weeks of FREE splash time fun with your little one, and then once you are dry get together with some of the other parents for a chat. This session is aimed at parents/carers and their child. We have hired the swimming pool so you can spend some time splashing and having fun with your little one.
New parents
Baby Massage
Delivered by qualified practitioners teaching parents/carers how to do baby massage with your baby. Great for bonding and development. These sessions are bookable by contacting the Family Hubs directly.
Available at: Bleakhouse Library, Bleakhouse Road, Oldbury, B68 9DS
and 5 more locations
New parents
Ready, Steady, Wean
This session is aimed at parents and carers looking to introduce first solids to their baby. Come and join the friendly and knowledgeable Community Nursery Nurses, who work as part of Sandwell's Health Visiting Team. Click find out more to view sessions available across Sandwell
New parents
Stay & Play
A chance to explore early years resources in a safe and fun environment, enabling your child to play and learn with peers of a similar age. Sessions also give you the chance to socialise and share ideas with other parents/carers
Available at: Flying Start, B64 6QJ
and 9 more locations
New parents Families with toddlers